Walpole resident teaches the art of fearless painting
Some artists prefer to carefully sketch with pencil on their blank canvases before ever touching a paintbrush. William St. George works just the opposite. On Saturday, he’ll encourage “Don’t be afraid of the canvas, and no self criticism. That’s my own approach to it from my own experience,” he said. “I wish there had been somebody teaching me way back then to not be afraid. You can just go for it.” St. George will be leading a one-day workshop, “Painting Outside the Lines,” hosted by the Recreation Department. Painters of all skill levels are encouraged to come and learn tricks of the trade acquired throughout St. George began his career in graphic design and advertising production but took painting classes from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts as often as he could. In 1991, St. George took the plunge and opened up his own gallery in downtown “All the time I was in advertising, I still painted,” he said. “I didn’t want to wait for the day I’d be able to retire and then paint.” St. George describes his work as a combination between realism and impressionism. He works primarily with oils and acrylics, and his subjects include the city of Horses are also a regular subject of his paintings, stemming from a childhood spent riding. St. George was named artist of the year in 2005 by an international horse show in Currently, Walpole Community Television airs “Impressions” every Friday at 8 p.m., St. George said he likes to make an emotional connection with the viewer through his painting. “Life, happiness, joy – let the other artists depress you,” he joked. “I’m not a narrative painter. The mood I like to create is an elevated one.” “The ones that grab me have an emotional connection,” he said. “It has to click at a visceral level.” St. George still takes painting classes as often as he hosts them in his “I like to get outside lately to paint and connect with people,” he said. “I like the energy of painting with other people.” St. George can spend anywhere from a few hours to several weeks working on a painting. Many times he’ll start with a sketch on paper but never hesitates when putting paint on the canvas. Painting is best learned by doing, not watching, St. George says, and Saturday’s workshop will be no exception. The class will start with small warm up exercises and sketching assignments, but the goal is to get painting as quickly as possible. St. George encourages his students to let go of their inhibitions or hang-ups and simply create. “The more open-minded you can be, the easier it is,” he said. “This will be a flexible class with everyone supportive of one another.” Copyright 2011 Wicked Local |
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"Drawn to Conclusion" Group Show at Bunker Hill Community College An Invitational Group Exhibition of Drawings by four artists including William St.George November 15, 2010 - January 7, 2011 Click here to read about the gallery reception in the Charlestown Patch. |
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This is a letter Artist William St.George received from
first-graders after a recent talk and painting demonstration at Boyden School, Walpole, MA.
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Painting Demo by Artist William St.George
at Braintree Art Association (Thayer Public Library, 798 Washington St, Braintree, MA) Thursday, October 28, 2010 7:00-8:30pm |
 Direction:- From South Route 3, take exit 17 left thru round about, right thru set of lights, travel under overpass to Washington Street. Turn left at light continue straight. Library is on your left. - From North Route 3, take exit 17 turn right and follow straight thru underpass to Washington Street. Take left at lights. Continue straight, Library is on your left. |
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"Celebrating the Food We Eat"
Artist Yvette Stenzel who is represented by St.George Gallery is exhibiting her paintings
in a groupshow "Celebrating the Food We Eat" at "Nourish Restaurant" in Lexington Center at 1727 Massachusetts Avenue, Lexington, MA. Open daily 11am-10pm. 10% of the proceeds will be donated to a local food bank. |
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Art and Music
Shira Legmann, concert pianist and William St.George, master painter, combined talents to create a perfectly magical evening May 2, 2009. Miss Legmann presented a virtuoso performance of piano compositions by Bach, Profofiev and Chopin. Mr. St.George displayed paintings of Provence, Boston and Equestrian images. The photos above depict a night enjoyed by all who attended this unique blend of art and music. |
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-St.George Gallery St.George Gallery would like to thank all the patrons and supporters who attended this gala event. Here are some photos that were taken of our gallery opening reception on February 12, 2009. Everyone had a great time that evening. Sales were made by both artists Yvette Stenzel and William St.George. P.S. Another reception is planned for later this summer. Watch this website for detail.
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Paintings of Artist William St.George
Featured in Hollywood Film Starring Matthew McConaughey and Michael Douglas |
BOSTON, MA – “The Ghost  s of Girlfriends Past” is a romantic comedy being filmed in Boston and starring Matthew McConaughey as an infamous bachelor who goes to his younger brother’s wedding and is haunted by the girlfriends of his past.
In one scene shot at the upscale Saint Club on Exeter Street, Connor (played by McConaughey) is getting sage advice from Uncle Wayne (played by Michael Douglas) on picking up women. Behind them as they sit and talk about the finer points of philandering are two paintings by Boston artist William St. George. Upon visiting the St. George Gallery at 162 Boylston Street, the set designer for the Mark Waters’s directed film selected two contemporary paintings by Mr. St.George. One, entitled “Reverie,” is a portrait of a young woman in a meditative mood. The other is an award-winning painting of one of the famous Lippizzaner stallions. In addition to portraits and paintings of horses, Mr. St.George is well known for his abstracts, florals, artwork of swimmers, and scenes of Back Bay and Provence. For additional information please call 617-338-0200, or visit www.stgeorgegallery.com. |
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By Veronica Hamlett, Wicked Local 
Work of Artist William St.George Helps
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Known for his energetic style, Mr. St. George’s paintings have been gathering the attention of collectors for many years. He has an expansive range of focus, which includes portraits, landscapes, cityscapes, abstracts, and majestic paintings of horses. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of his work will go to support the Steinway Society’s 2008 piano competition. In addition to being a highly regarded artist, Mr. St. George is also the owner of the St. George Galley at 162 Boylston Street in Boston. |
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BOSTON, MA – Artist William St. George was been chosen to have his work displayed at a special spring concert to benefit the Steinway Society of Massachusetts on March 29, 2008 at Steinert Hall, 162 Boylston Street, Boston. The concert featured the gifted and charismatic American concert pianist |
EQUESTRIAN ARTIST WILLIAM ST.GEORGE
INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GRAND NATIONAL CELEBRATION OF WESTERN ART SHOW April 4 through 12th, 2008 Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Avenue, Daly City, CA 94014 |
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 Horse of the Sea by William St.George 36"x30", oil on canvas |
The Cow Palace and its staff wish to welcome our returning artists and our new artists to the Grand National Celebration of Western Art Show & Sale. It is our goal to sell as much of your artwork as we can and to make this an easy pleasant experience for you and the Cow Palace staff. As you may already know, the Grand National Rodeo, Horse and Stock Show is one of the largest and most prestigious shows in the world and it attracts people from all over the globe. Every day for nine (9) days between 8,000 and 11,000 people per day come to the Grand National Rodeo, Horse and Stock Show and your artwork will be prominently on display for all of them to see. The fact that this is a juried show draws even more attention. The display is tastefully designed on a western theme and is conveniently located adjacent to the very popular wine tasting exhibit. The location is excellent. This display is very visible to the guests who visit the show arena, the stables, the food vendors, or the exhibiting areas. By appointment, artists are welcome to paint or sculpt on site and meet and greet the public. This is a very popular feature with prospective buyers and it’s a great aid for selling. We will be doing this during our meet and greet segment of the show and possibly on alternate days, also. We are limited for both space and time for this so please make your reservation to do on site work early. |
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Art Show at Louis duGal Salon in West Newton
featuring William St.George |
  Left: WS 761, Embassy, 30"x30", oil on canvas -- Right: WS 167, Free, 46"x60", oil on canvas |
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Artist William St.George is prsently exhibitting 20 of his paintings at Louis deGal hair salon in West Newton. Subjects range from landscapes to cityscapes, along with portraits and equestrian images, through February 29, 2008. Reception date in February to be announced shortly. Watch this site for more information.
William St.George is host of "Impressions", a cable access show appearing Friday nights on local cable stations in Boston and the greater Boston area, weekly at 11:00 PM Friday nights on BNN. Also shown throughout the week on Walpole Cable Television, Walpole, MA. Louis duGal Salon, 1345 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465 |
 Left: WS 333, Autumn in Provence, 24"x36", oil on canvas -- Right: WS 652, Bard, 48"x36", oil on canvas |
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Alfred Harvard Square Salon in Cambridge
presents Artist William St.George |
| Now through January 31, 2008, view an exhibition of equestrian paintings by renowned artist William St.George. Bold brushwork, vibrant colors make St.George's paintings stand out from other equestrian paintings. One can sense the power and majestry in every one of his horse paintings. This is a show not to miss!
Alfred Harvard Square Salon, 8 Eliot Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138 |
  Left: WS 621, Bahamas, 30"x36", oil on canvas -- Right: WS 201, Lipinzaner, 60"x60", oil on canvas |
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Artist saddles up for HP Art Association meeting As part of the Hyde Park Art Association meeting October 13, 2007, painter and gallery owner William St. George gave a painting demonstration of his preferred medium, oil on canvas, and his preferred subject, the horse. Walking into his gallery at 162 Boylston Street, Boston, it’s clear to see that St. George loves the art of the equestrian. |
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Artist William St.George
Chosen to Provide Print for Museum of Fine Arts 2007 Summer Party Boston, MA – The Museum of Fine Arts’ Museum Council has chosen Boston artist William St. George to provide a limited edition benefit print for its fourth annual Summer Party. Slated for Saturday, June 16, this year’s elegant event will feature cocktails, hearty hors d’oeuvres, dessert, music by popular D.J. Deja, dancing and a silent auction including works by local artists. Conducted in support of the Museum of Fine Arts, with all proceeds going to the campaign – Building the New MFA – those individuals purchasing a premier level ticket to the Summer Party will receive access to the VIP Lounge and a limited edition, 11”x11” giclée print of the “The Ritz” on Arlington Street by Mr. St. George. Known for his energetic style, Mr. St. George’s work has been gathering the attention of collectors for years. He has an expansive range of focus, which includes portraits, landscapes, cityscapes, florals, abstracts, and majestic paintings of horses. Mr. St. George is also the owner of the St. George Gallery located at 162 Boylston Street in Boston. To learn more about the MFA Summer Party and Mr. St. George’s works, please call 617-338-0200, or visit www.stgeorgegallery.com. |
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