"MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Enjoy the First Friday Gallery Walk at Artspace"

                  

MERRY CHRISTMAS & 

HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

 Enjoy the First Friday Gallery Walk

at Artspace, Studio 205

201 E. Davie Street

Downtown Raleigh, NC

Friday December 4th from 6pm to 10pm.

Feel free to call or email with any 

questions or inquiries...

919-614-2174 or efmcray@aol.com.

View Original McRay Paintings

Jazz, Abstracts, Coastals, Landscapes, 

Collages, and Nudes Available for Acquisition!

Schedule Workshops & Personal Art

Instruction with Eric McRay

Learn Painting, Drawing & Collage.

Shop McRay Posters, Prints & Merchandise

Find your favorite works on useful merchandise

from cards to coffee mugs to a case for your iPhone

only at the Zazzle Store, online!

 http://www.zazzle.com/mcraystudios

Commission Original McRay Paintings on Canvas

Document your church, garden, home, business, 

wedding location or a favorite destination!

"Our Black Friday Promotion is Back!"

"Our Black Friday Promotion is Back!"

20% Savings BLACK FRIDAY

Can you believe it?
The holidays are just around the corner.
As we gear up to celebrate a personal favorite,Thanksgiving.
We're saying thank you to our collectors and future collectors by reintroducing the
Black Friday Promotion.

20% BLACK FRIDAY
(in-studio promotion only)
To enjoy a savings of 20% on Black Friday, visit McRay Studios between 10am and 6pm to browse the selection
of artwork for yourself or enjoy the savings as you plan ahead for holiday gifts. This offer applies to all in-studio purchases.

Friday, November 27, 2015 (10am - 6pm)

McRay Studios, Artspace Studio 205,
201 E. Davie Street,
Downtown Raleigh (near City Market & Big Ed’s)

919-614-2174
efmcray@aol.com

This event is open to the public.

For more information about Eric McRay,
visit him at www.facebook.com/mcraystudios
919-614-2174

View Eric McRay's feature on UNC TV...
https://youtu.be/RjMqmgGJ-bw

"You Can Create Paintings from Photos Too"

Cary Arts Center

101 Dry Ave.

Cary, NC 27511

(919) 469-4069

townofcary.org

http://www.townofcary.org/Departments/Parks__Recreation___Cultural_Resources/Facilities/Cultural_Arts_Centers/caryartscenter.htm

"You Can Create Paintings from Photos Too"

(age 16 & up)

Come expand your knowledge of oil or acrylic painting.  Learn to create a unique work of art that look like real art instead of a copy of a photo.  Learn to translate your favorite images into works of original art that express your personal vision.

Instructor: Eric McRay
Fees: $105(R)  $135(N) (6 classes)
87968       Tue       Oct 20-Nov 24        7-9:30 p.m.

“First Friday: Eric McRay: Recent Works"

“Eric McRay: Recent Works"

McRay Studios, Artspace Studio 205, 

201 E. Davie Street, 

Downtown Raleigh (near City Market & Big Ed’s)

First Friday, October 2, 2015

This event is open to the public.

For more information about Eric McRay, 

visit him at www.facebook.com/mcraystudios

919-614-2174

View Eric McRay's feature on UNC TV...

https://youtu.be/RjMqmgGJ-bw

efmcray@aol.com

Eric McRay | Men at Art | Black Issues Forum | UNC-TV

"Focus on the Figure 2 at Artspace Raleigh"

Leading up to the publishing of his upcoming book "Focus on the Figure", Eric McRay exhibits a selection of his ink wash paintings and drawings of the human figure in his Artspace studio. He has chosen the works with care from pieces he has created over the past decade.

McRay states "In my figurative female works, I aim at a truthful interpretation of the everyday woman's body; not the glamorized Hollywood or Madison Avenue beauty. Here I paint the nude in a more true-to-life way, paying tribute to the varied body types of the typical woman. I paint my figures swiftly and spontaneously in bold lines and subtle sepia tones that celebrate the average woman and set her on a pedestal of appreciation."

Join McRay Friday, September 4, 2015 from 6pm to 10pm at Artspace, Studio 205, 201 E. Davie St. (Blount St. intersection) in the Art District of Downtown Raleigh. If you have any questions concerning this exciting event, contact McRay at efmcray@aol.com, facebook.com/mcraystudios, or (919) 614-2174.

"Putting Life Back in Still Lifes" Class Taught at the Cary Arts Center"

Cary Arts Center

101 Dry Ave.

Cary, NC 27511

(919) 469-4069

townofcary.org

http://www.townofcary.org/Departments/Parks__Recreation___Cultural_Resources/Facilities/Cultural_Arts_Centers/caryartscenter.htm

"Putting Life” Back in Still Lifes"

(age 16 & up)

Learn to use acrylic or oil paints to create fun loving, colorful still life paintings in the tradition of Picasso, Matisse, and Wayne Thiebaud.  In the workshop students will learn about the techniques and styles of cubism, fauvism, and pop art.  Create individualized paintings with your favorite still life subjects (florals, fruit, food, etc.) while expressing your personal sense of whimsy, humor, and tradition.

Instructor: Eric McRay
Fees: $105(R)  $135(N) (6 classes)
87963       Tue       Sep 8-Oct 13        7-9:30 p.m.

"CREATIVE SPIRIT PAINT NIGHT"

Put it on your calendar and feel free to register now for our next 

"Creative Spirit Paint Night". 

Also remember to invite a friend.

Saturday August 29th, 6:30pm at Eleos at 125 Timber Drive, Garner NC.

To reserve your canvas and seat, please call 919.772.7020 or 

Register NOW at www.ELEOSgarner.com

$30 per student. $50 for a couple.

Note: this is a NON-alcoholic social painting event. 

Minimum 16 years and over permitted.

"Focus on the Figure at McRay Studios"

Leading up to the publishing of his upcoming book "Focus on the Figure", Eric McRay exhibits a selection of his ink wash paintings and drawings of the human figure in his Artspace studio.  He has chosen the works with care from pieces he has created over the past decade.

McRay states "In my figurative female works,  I aim at a truthful interpretation of the everyday woman's body; not the glamorized Hollywood or Madison Avenue beauty.  Here I paint the nude in a more true-to-life way, paying tribute to the varied body types of the typical woman.  I paint my figures swiftly and spontaneously in bold lines and subtle sepia tones that celebrate the average woman and set her on a pedestal of appreciation."

Join McRay Friday, August 7, 2015 from 6pm to 10pm at Artspace, Studio 205, 201 E. Davie St. (Blount St. intersection) in the Art District of Downtown Raleigh.  If you have any questions concerning this exciting event, contact McRay at efmcray@aol.com, facebook.com/mcraystudios, or (919) 614-2174.

"London, Paris, Milan (age 11-15) Teen Camp at Cary Arts Center"

"London, Paris, Milan (age 11-15)  Teen Camp"

                 

Every landscape needs a landmark, and we will take

an artist’s look at some of the best in the world.  Study

beautiful landmarks and cities around the world, then learn

to render them in living color.

Instructor:  Eric McRay

Fees:  $87(R) $114(N) (5 classes)

84442          Mon-Fri       Aug 17-21         9 a.m.-noon   T2

CARY ARTS CENTER

101 Dry AVE Cary NC, 27511
http://www.townofcary.org/Departments/Parks__Recreation___Cultural_Resources/Facilities/Cultural_Arts_Centers/caryartscenter/classes.htm

(919) 469-4069

Eric McRay Teaching Experience:  McRay received a BFA degree at the Maryland Institute, College of Art, where he earned a four-year scholarship for his artistic talent.  A native of Washington, DC, McRay started his teaching career at the age of 16 teaching youth at the YMCA and the Capitol Hill School. Over the past sixteen years, McRay has had a varied range of teaching & lecturing experiences with United Arts Council of Raleigh and Wake, Mary Phillips School, Longview School, Tammy Lynn Center for Developmental Disabilities, Jerry's Artarama, Cary Visual Arts, Cary Arts Center, The Salvation Army, Wake County Public Schools, NC State University, Saint Augustine’s University, Artspace, and various NC arts councils.

"Guess Who is Now Teaching for the Town of Cary at the Cary Arts Center?"

Guess who is now teaching for the Town of Cary at the Cary Arts Center?  Yours truly, Eric McRay

Join me in my new class...

"Learn to Paint Brilliant Coastal Scenery"
Thu, Jul 30-Sep 3 | 7-9:30 p.m

CARY ARTS CENTER (919) 469-4069

Learn to Paint Brilliant Coastal Scenery - 86282

Ages: 16 Yrs. and over

Fees:
- Resident $105.00
- Non-Resident $137.00

Description: 
Paint coastal landscapes inspired by the Impressionists and Post-Impressionists concepts of Cezanne, Monet, and Van Gogh! Learn how to capture sunlight, create atmosphere, and express luminous color that captures the mood and spirit of your favorite coastal location or beach. Create paintings using a limited palette, complimentary colors, and thick application of paint. Come join us on this artistic adventure. Supply List provided.

Spots Available: 5

Meets:
Thursday 07-30-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center
Thursday 08-06-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center
Thursday 08-13-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center
Thursday 08-20-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center
Thursday 08-27-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center
Thursday 09-03-2015 7:00PM - 9:30PM Studio M10-Cary Arts Center

Participation in recreation activities can provide positive outlets for one's time and energy.

Cary Arts Center
101 Dry AVE Cary NC, 27511
Phone (919) 469-4069
http://www.townofcary.org/…/Cult…/caryartscenter/classes.htm