Need some encouragement to keep your art projects going or tips for selling your work? Here are some more events to assist you:

First, we're launching our monthly ARTIST'S DISCUSSION GROUP. A lot of customers have expressed an interest in getting together with fellow artists to exchange ideas about promotion, share critiques on works in progress, and build a support network. Our kickoff meeting for the Discussion Group will be on Tuesday, July 18 at 6:00 p.m. We'll meet in the backroom at Fat Straw (great coffee, bubble tea, and bagel sandwiches!) 4258 SE Hawthorne. The meeting is informal, but please RSVP to Muse (503-231-8704) by Sunday 7/16 so we have an idea how many to expect.

Second, we've invited local artist Ryan Conners to give a talk about SELLING ART ON EBAY. Ryan has become a real pro at listing and regularly selling her art online. She'll share tips and tricks on how to list your original art on Ebay so it gets noticed and gets sold! Ryan's talk will be on Saturday, July 22, 1:00-3:00 pm at Fat Straw 4258 SE Hawthorne. Please RSVP to Muse (503-231-8704) by Wednesday, 7/18.

And don't forget the SKETCHBOOK WALK on Saturday, July 8 and our MEET-THE-ARTIST RECEPTION on Wednesday, July 26 (see sidebar to the left). These are great ways to break out of your routine, meet other artists, and replenish your creative energy with ideas and inspiration!

To make it easy for you to take your art on summer travels and outings, we're putting travel easels, art totes/boxes/bags, and sets of paints, pastels, and pencils on sale this month up to 25% off! Whether you're going on a European vacation or a hiking trip in the Columbia Gorge, take along a watercolor set, a sketchbook, or an art tote full of supplies to relish the moment and record the memories.

Speaking of art on the go, we have some nifty new sketchbooks from Pentallic, makers of high quality drawing papers. "A LA MODESKIN TRAVEL JOURNALS" are inspired by the popular Moleskine Journals, but at a much more attractive price. They come in three sizes, 3x4, 4x6, and 6x8, with soft waterproof covers in black, blue, red, and orange. Features include an elastic closure, ribbon page marker, back- cover pocket envelope, and stay-flat sewn binding.

And for wearable summer art, check out our selection of SCREEN PRINTING supplies and brilliant TIE DYE colors!

THE ART STUDIO ON PARK AVENUE is now accepting students for its two summer sessions beginning MW, July 10-August 16 and TTR, July 11- August 17. Designed by Master Teacher C.E. Minchin, the 6 week semi-private class meets twice a week and is geared to the beginning art student, emerging artist, and professionals. Fun, informative classes focus on personal expression, composition, color theory, and feature 25 hours of in-class, instructional time, one-on-one critiques, and professional development. Spacious, contemporary studio facilities offer natural light, a comfortable seating area, and a roof garden. Class size is limited to 4 students.

The Art Studio on Park Avenue is located in Downtown Portland with easy access to parking, public transportation, Powells' Bookstore, and the Pearl District. CALL 503-233-3561 or e-mail ce@spiritone.com for class times, information, and registration.

If you have art-related announcements you'd like us to include in upcoming Museletters, please email us with details. We'd be glad to help spread the word.