First Jingle Stop Holiday Show at the Stutz!

Friends I hope to see you tonight for the chance to have a fun night of art, food and entertainment.  The will offer photos with Santa (get your wish list in early!) Sun King Beer, and special offerings at the Car Room Bar/Bearcats.  I will have lots of pieces at discounted prices so you can stay within your shopping budget.  If you want to create your own masterpiece to give this holiday email me for class times and dates.

As in years past I will also be giving a portion of my proceeds to charity.  This year I will be donating to F.I.D.O (Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside) You can read about there tireless work here: http://www.fidoindy.org/about-us.  This organization helps to educate owners of outside dogs in the best way to treat and care for their pet as well as offer assistance in giving their pets the best quality of life.  Right now they are gearing up for what may be another nasty winter.  They are in need of Dog Houses (new or gently used), straw and other items listed on their site.  Let's all give back to those fur buddies who love us unconditionally. 

Hope to see you tonight!  Merry Christmas!

Painting Classes!

The holidays are coming so why not give from the heart and your FINGERS!  I will be offering the following images for group classes.  Evening or Saturday mornings between now and Dec 19th min group of 4 people. 
If you want to paint and it is only you, I will be offering certain images on Thursday evenings or Sat morning depending on interest.  Email me or call if you or your group are interested in taking a class!

Remember each class is $40 per person 11x14 canvas board and I supply everything.  All you have to  bring is a fun attitude!  See you soon!

Classes Starting in OCTOBER!

You asked for it and they are back!  I will be posting more info in the coming days about my Finger Painting Classes.  I am working on some new images that will be fun and ready to hang in your home.  What I need from you:  Do you prefer week nights or Saturday?  Do you like bringing all your friends or are you ok to paint with strangers. 

Everything is still the same: $40 per person, painting and 11x14 canvas board and I supply all materials. You supply enthusiasm, beverages and/or snacks.  Can't get any easier than that!  See you soon....

Aug 23 White River Yacht Club!

Come check out the White River Yacht Club this Sat. for noon to 5pm.  I will have a booth along with several others celebrating their Open House.  They will have food, music, raffles and beverages.  Should be a fun time rain or shine!  I will have most of my boat pieces for sale too!  Who knows, I may paint some new ones on the River!
See you Saturday!

7 yrs at the Stutz!

Just a reminder I will be celebrating 7 yrs at the Stutz Business Center!  This Friday (First Friday!) I will be open from noon until 8pm.  Stop in to check out what I have been painting this summer and have a piece of cake or a glass of wine.  Most of the parking is free on Seante Ave.

I will also have a box for donations to Casa de Toro Pit Bull Rescue.  As most of you know I always attend and donate to "Pints for Pits" but Saturday they are "Riding to Rescue Pits" and they will end thier motorcycle ride at the Stutz!  It is a great cause to help these animals have a better life.  It you want more information check them out here: http://cdt-rescue.squarespace.com/ride-to-rescue

See you all FRIDAY!!!

Dave's Chair and Don't forget about Next FRIDAY!

I love doing commissions for people.  It is so personal and seeiing their reactions to having something special on canvas is priceless.  Thanks Julie and Dave for letting me paint your special place.

Just a reminder I will be in the studio for FIRST FRIDAY next week Aug1st.  We are celebrating 7 successful years at the Stutz!  I will be there from noon to 8pm.  Stop in and share in the celebration! Please RSVP via email or phone so I know who to expect.  Parking is free after 6pm.  See you next Friday!

Wawasse ! AND An Open House!

What a fabulous weekend for a plein air paint out!  While it did rain on Saturday it did not stop me from painting! Thanks to my lovely hosts Dave, Julie, Drew, Eve, John, Nick and Noelle.  I have some new collectors too!  Thanks Kim, Jennifer, Trina and Barb for your purchases.  I can't wait to see pics of the paintings in your home.  Looking forward to the next one in 2015.


Now for the Open House Aug 1st.  Back in 2007 I was struggling with my art. I had just returned from Italy and struggling to paint.  I had forgotten about my inquiries at the Stutz for a studio when Anne called.  "I have a couple of studios available if you are still interested" WOW! SO I checked them out and chose D285 (yes I know I could have picked the one on the third floor).  My move in date was Aug 1st 2007.  This was also the same time I discovered finger painting.  BIG changes in my life, career and painting.  I looked around and thought how will I ever fill these walls?  Will people find me?  IS this the right move?  Well, God and all of you helped to answer that question! YES! 
So as I begin another year at the Stutz in D285 my walls and hall are FULL of work ready for your home or office.  Come join me First Friday Aug 1st 12pm-8pm for a celebration of success you have provided. THANKS and See you there!

Summer Painting Classes

I will begin offering Summer Painting Classes again beginning in July.  I will have more information in the coming days.  So start looking at what Thursday nights and Friday afternoons you have open.

Another Successful Open House!!!

I HUGE Thanks to all who attended!  We so appreciate your patronage and support.  Thanks to all of my past collectors for stopping in to say Hi and to all of my new patrons! 
For those who are interested in classes be sure to email me with your dates and number of members for your group along with the image you would like to paint.  Check here also for new ideas for classes that I am working on too.
Finally I cannot thank my friends for giving up their Friday night and Saturday afternoon to help me help you! I am so blessed to have friends like Angel, Kim, Kevin, Tracy and Tom. I am especially thanks to have a husband who supports me in my career, promotes my work whenever he can and gives so generously of his time.  Thanks Jon I love you for all you do and for believing in me.

Now, back to painting as I have two small commissions to finish! Which means I will be in my studio for FIRST FRIDAY May 2!

Finger Paintings by Jane Knight: Smokin" Music and the RJ Stutz Open House

Finger Paintings by Jane Knight: Smokin" Music and the RJ Stutz Open House

Smokin" Music and the RJ Stutz Open House

So I have started a new series call Smokin" Music.  It is a combination of my love of a warm fire and music.  I plan to have 5-10 pieces for the show April 25-26.  Be sure to check here for details: www.stutzartists.com or find it on FB under Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House.  You can pick up $5 off coupons from my studio too! See you in a couple of weeks!!!

Happy New Year! Are you ready to Paint???

I am taking a survey to see how much interest there is in painting classes.  As many of you know I have been teaching the finger painting technique for over 7 years now.  Let's say I was "Wine n Canvas" before it was a popular business.  My classes are more intimate. (max 10ppl)  I supply everything for you to paint a 11x14 canvas board for $40.  You supply the wine and friends.  I know there is some interest for individuals who like to paint but cannot get a group together.  So what I am looking to find out is A) how many are interested in doing a group or individual class.  B) weeknights or Saturday mornings/afternoon which is better?  C) types of images you would like to paint? landscapes, abstract, contemporary? Any other side tips you are willing to offer.  I would like to begin by opening my studio on Thursday evenings 4-8pm for those who want to paint without getting a group together. $40 two hour session. I will post a calendar with images being taught each night. You will need to confirm space and give cc# for confirmation.  I would like to start the classes beginning Jan. 9th painting the Blue Hydrangeas or Last Glass.  Any feedback is appreciated!