Our demonstrator was Ayelet Katz. Ayelet did an Oil Landscape demonstration.
The meeting was held in the Guild Hall, First Congregational Church (middle side door), Sanborn Street, Reading, Wednesday April 8, 2026 at 7:30 p.m.
We have some photographs of the event in case you could not make it there in person.
Ayelet showed us this watercolor study of the painting she was going to do.
The subject is some children playing in a quarry.
She also has a photo reference that she used throughout.
She started by making a charcoal sketch.
The drawing is progressing.
Here is the drawing.
Ayelet uses a limited palette.
In this photo she is blocking in some of the large spaces.
This is her setup for the demo.
Making progress blocking in the painting.
The progress so far.
You can see that quite a bit of progress has been made.
A closer look at the painting.
Adding trees.
The painting is coming together.
Checking her reference photo.
The finished painting.
I am a New England-based artist working primarily in oils and watercolor. My practice explores the interplay of light and shadow across still life, nature, and architectural forms. I strive to capture the essence of a place - whether peaceful, bustling, or desolate - often integrating buildings into my compositions. Plein air painting is central to my process, allowing me to respond to the atmosphere and light of each unique day.
Originally trained in Architecture, with a long career in Computer Programming before transitioning to visual arts.
Currently studying under Eva Cincotta, member of the Rockport Art Association and former member of the Copley Society of Boston and North Shore Art Association.
Active participant in the Malden Sketch Group figure drawing, painting regularly with peers and mentors.
Support students of all levels, including beginners discovering their artistic voice.
Foster a nurturing environment that encourages growth, experimentation, and confidence.