Ken Smith to Teach "Painting the Human Figure"

Starting February 6th, Media South Creative Director, Ken Smith, will begin teaching a six-session class on Painting the Human Figure through U.T.'s non-credit program.

This is a class for beginners, but there are usually a variety of skill levels represented. For more information, or to sign up go to:

https://aceweb.outreach.utk.edu/CourseStatus.awp?~~282218

For more information on Ken's artwork, go to:
www.kensmithhistoricalart.com

And here's the official class announcement:

Working from live models, this introductory class will focus on depicting the human form through a naturalistic use of light, shadow, and color. Emphasis will be on simplifying the complex human form and developing a process by which it can be realistically portrayed. Instruction will be geared toward the use of oil, but other mediums are welcome. Knowledge of your chosen medium will be helpful, but no previous experience with figurative art is required. A materials list can be found online at www.outreach.utk.edu/ppd and a model fee of $25-50 (depending on enrollment) will be payable to the instructor at the first class.

A materials list can be found on our web site at www.outreach.utk.edu/ppd A model fee of approximatedly $25- $50 (depending on enrollment) is payable to the instructor at first class.

Single Shot Rifle Journal Hits The Newstands

Actually, you have to be a member of the American Single Shot Rifle Association to get the Single Shot Rifle Journal, but nevertheless, the new issue, Volume 61, Number 1, is just back from the printer.

The American Single Shot Rifle Association (ASSRA) was founded in 1948 as an organization that promotes the responsible use, study and preservation of single-shot rifles. These include original and reproduction arms from the 19th and early 20th centuries as well as rifles of more current design.

Media South designs and produces the Journal of the ASSRA and Vol. 61, No. 1 marks the 60th Anniversary of this venerable organization.

The cover of this issue features "A Truly Gorgeous Rifle." This rifle has a Frank Wesson #1 Long Range Action, precision-built (with emphasis on precision) by Steve Earle. All of the metal work (with the exception of the action) was done by Glenn Fewless of Waterford, Wisconsin. Glenn's treatment of the barrel (half octagon with wedding ring) is superlative. The magnificent wood was supplied by Quaking Aspens of California. The woodwork and checkering is by Doug Mann. Barrel length is 34 inches and the caliber is 45/70. Skeleton butt plate is by Glenn Fewless and the engraving is by Master Engraver, Ken Hurst of Robersonville, North Carolina.

To join this venerable organization and receive your own copy of Single Shot Rifle Journal, contact: Keith Foster, Membership Administrator, 15770 Rd. 1037, Oakwood, OH 45873. Annual dues are $35.00.

Media South's President, Barbara Penland, Named Woman of the Year in Branding, Custom Web Design and Communications

Knoxville, TN. December 3, 2007. The National Association of Professional and Executive Women recently named Barbara H. Penland, President of Media South, “Woman of the Year” in Branding, Custom Web Design, and Communications. Only one woman from each industry is named “Woman of the Year” by the NAPEW and each honoree is selected from thousands of women in their field. They are chosen based on outstanding accomplishments, leadership and service and will nationally represent their industry in the “Women of Excellence” Registry.

Barbara has 11 years of experience in the area of branding, custom web design, and communications. As president of Media South, she works with clients on marketing communication strategy, custom publications, and branding solutions. She is also responsible for business management and administration for the firm.

Barbara became involved in marketing communications as a result of her tenure as Managing Editor at Whittle Communications, where she participated in more than 50 new publication launches. Her firm maintains an outstanding reputation and takes pride in the high quality services it provides.

In her spare time, Barbara enjoys traveling, water skiing, and reading mystery novels. She is involved in several local community organizations, including the Knoxville Executive Women’s Association, Rotary International, University of Tennessee Chancellor’s Associates, and the Knoxville Area Chamber Partnership.