Self-taught artist named Boerne Art League ‘Artist of the Month’

Lleanna Griffin Brinsmade succinctly describes herself as Texas-born, alumnus of Trinity University, and self-taught.

After retiring from a career in project management she discovered her passion for art, specifically portraits. Her current focus explores a variety of skin tones while capturing the essence of her subjects, allowing their inner joy to shine through.

Her artistic journey came to an abrupt two-year halt due to injuries sustained in a car accident. However, Brinsmade emerged with a profound sense of gratitude for the second chance, considering it a precious gift and a testament of resilience, and the power of creativity to heal and inspire.

Visit Boerne’s “Other Walls” to view Brinsmade’s artwork: Frost Bank, 1300 S. Main St.; Jefferson Bank, 371 N. Main St.; Texas Heritage Bank, 1208 S, Main St.; Bank of America, 115 W. San Antonio St.; Security State Bank, 607 N. Main St.; Kronkosky Center, 17 Old San Antonio Road; and Visit Boerne Visitor Center, 282 N. Main St.

‘Arts Partner’ coming up in Comfort

Mark your calendars for Arts Partner, Studio Comfort Texas, and the upcoming exhibit, Networks, featuring two locals, Cara Hines and Mike Martin, from Sept. 8-Oct. 29.

A brunch reception is set for 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 9.

Humans and trees are both sustained by unseen networks -- trees, by a microscopic underground network of fungus, by pheromones through the air and by slow-pulsing electrical signals; and humans, through emotional and energetic signals.

Working with and supporting these networks allows us to support and sustain entire systems. Ignoring them can have devastating effects.

Martin’s collagraphs celebrate his strong personal connections with trees, while Hines explores concepts of memory: temporal and energetic networks connecting family, nature and land.

716 High Street, Comfort; for more call 830-995-3750 or see the website: www.studiocomforttx.

com.

* The deadline for artists’ applications to exhibit and sell at this year’s Boerne Bierfest is Sept. 15. We have just a few spots remaining.

Artists can reserve a booth for a fee; commission is not required. Art and craft beer will be judged and announced during the festival. For tickets and more, go to: www.boernebierfest.org. Artists can contact Paula at 210-269-8349 or email inquiries to: [email protected].

* Comfort Art Festival, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sept. 16.

* Hill Country Council for the Arts sponsors “Art After Hours 2023” from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays at The Classroom at The Agri-Cultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road.

Art After Hours was created to offer participants “a taste” of a variety of applied arts methodologies. Class size limited; $35, supplies included. Details available at: www.hccarts.org. Send email inquiries to: [email protected], or call Paula at 210-269-8349.

* Sneak Peek Series 6:

Sept. 12, Wood-burned spoons.

Sept. 19, Geometric wire wrapping.

-- Art Journal Series (in three parts; can be taken individually) Sept. 26 (part 1), Suminagashi ink. Oct. 3 (part 2), Embossed cast paper.

Oct. 10, Coptic binding.

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