Mags Hobbs Art Showing at Gallery Night and Day

Friends, You are invited to join us at Mags Hobbs's showing at Gallery Night and Day this April 25th and 26th both 4-8pm. at the Milwaukee Marrriott Downtown 625 (625 N. Milwaukee St.) • 414.278.5999 
                                                          

Artist Statement

Painting, it is said, is a passion, a quest for self expression and a chance at creativity. And so I find it has become for me, an exciting passion and a great  joy -  and yet it is also a huge challenge.
Creating a painting presents a boundless number of questions, with many elements to consider, such as, subject matter, color, composition, values, balance and harmony, to name  but a few, and  I strive to answer those questions and  look for the technique and the creativity to merge easily and that brings great joy. When time has no meaning, and  it becomes impossible  to get the painting out of my head, then  I know it's a  passion.

Most artists search for  their own original creative path, not to follow the known road but to seek ones own direction and only when the passion takes hold does that embracing walk to self knowledge begin.
As  a child growing up in England I was acutely aware of color. I would even buy candy, " for the color" not to eat. I was then, and am still,  emotionally excited or saddened by the moods that colors evoke in me. I suppose " the candy"  was my first stirring of color consciousness.
Today, in my paintings, color comes first. The interplay of lights and darks, intense color versus neutral warm and cools are all of ultimate importance to me...
Equally important is the actual paint application. The body of the paint, the physicality and the tactile pleasure of mixing and applying paint, mostly with a palette knife, to create depth, texture,  effective and energetic marks.
Imagery is not a ultimate goal. Yes, perhaps a suggestion of realism, mostly from imagination and observation, but, for me, the painting creates its own reality. I look for energy and  sensuality to create a mood, an arousal of something deep in the psyche, an unusual experience, something that I hope will give pleasure every time I see it.

Winter Car Care Tips from the Garage at David Hobbs Honda

Winter Car Care Tips from the Garage at David Hobbs Honda


Get your Battery Checked

Winter puts more stress on your battery, particularly if you park your car outdoors. Avoid the sinking feeling of hearing nothing when you hit the ignition with a proactive check of your battery and charging system now.  This month you can get a free battery test at David Hobbs Honda with a coupon at davidhobbshonda.com

Check your Tire Pressure

Tires lose a pound of pressure for every drop of 10 degrees Fahrenheit. An underinflated tire won't "bite" through snow down to the pavement as well as one at pressure. It's similar to hydroplaning on water -- and just as dangerous. Anytime you schedule service at David Hobbs Honda, we will check your pressure free of cost.

New Antifreeze

Clean, flush and put new antifreeze in the cooling system. As a general rule of thumb, this should be done every two years.

Keep Those Wipers Working

Inspect the wiper blades monthly. Check to see if they are worn, cracked or rigid with age.  Damaged wiper blades won’t adequately remove debris, compromising the driver’s vision and safety. The life of a rubber insert is typically six to 12 months depending on its exposure to the elements. 

Stay Gassed Up
Motorists should also keep the gas tank at least half full at all times to decrease the chances of moisture forming in the gas lines and possibly freezing.

Store a Survival Kit

Everyone should have a space blanket in the car, tucked in the glove compartment so its in reach of the driver. The most complete survival kit in the world won't do a bit of good if you're upside down in a car you can't get out of and the kit's in the trunk. Visit www.AAA.com for a full list of recommended items for your survival kit.

Get Your Alignment Checked

Potholes and poor road conditions can throw off a car's alignment which will inevitably weak havoc on your tires.   Bring your car to the Garage at David Hobbs Honda for a complimentary alignment inspection (a $29.95 Value). 

Is it time for a Nicer, Newer Car?

If you've been thinking your car has seen better days and is just not up to the hard Wisconsin winters anymore, visit us at 6100 N. Green Bay Ave. in Glendale for a free Value Analysis and free Carfax report. Call 414-352-6100 to make an appointment or visit: www.davidhobbs.com. 

David Hobbs Honda is a Dealer For The People with a "A" Rating from the Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin.

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4 Ways to Reduce Allergy Symptoms

Need some relief from the sneezing, nasal congestion, and watery eyes?  Try these 4 ways to reduce you allergy symptoms.

1.  Keep Windows Shut

By keeping your windows and doors shut you can seal out a lot of pollen from your home.  Less pollen equals less allergies.

2.  Dry your clothes in a dryer

Again, keeping things pollen free is key, so if your clothes are covered in pollen you’re in for a rough day.  Use a dryer to dry your clothes instead of drying them outside on a clothesline.

3.  Avoid Being Outdoors in the Mornings

Pollen counts are usually higher in the morning, so stay inside to avoid symptoms flaring.

4.  Clean the Air in Your Home

Yes keeping your windows and doors shut can help keep pollen out, but some will inevitably sneak in.  Plus, what about all the pollen that is in your home already?  There are “air cleaning” filters available for your furnace and air conditioning system that will actually pull pollen out of the air in your home.

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Ten Simple & Inexpensive Design Tricks

1. One can change up any room with a simple color change.  PAINTING a room with a new color makes the space feel new   Take a risk!

2. What more fun is there than picking out a NEW AREA RUG for either over your carpet or hardwood floors.  It doesn’t have to be expensive.   Remember your floor can be your “fifth” wall.  And a great place to pull accent colors

3. You can bring new life to your sofa, by adding new ACCENT PILLOWS.  Be creative and have fun!

4. Adding a FABRIC to your windows gives character and interest not only to your windows but your entire room.

5. Re-visit your ACCESSORIES.  And if this is not the time to purchase any, just simply trade out accessories from other rooms of your home.  Even placing a photo album or a book on your coffee table adds a new dimension.

6. Adding a POT with some GREENERY or just decorative sticks adds softness and a eco-friendly feeling to any room.

7. REARRANGING THE FURNITURE  in a room makes you feel that you are in an entirely new space.

8. Creating a FAMLY PHOTO WALL adds a personal touch and can be the start of interesting conversations with your friends and family.

9. NEW LIGHTING or LAMPS can add ambiance warm up a  helps a dark area

10. Adding a NEW THROW,  tossed over a chair or sofa, brings new colors and texture, while giving your room a cozy and warm feeling.

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Top Ten Gas/Fuel Savings Tips for your Auto

1. Avoid Going High Speeds

As your speed increases, your aerodynamic drag increases in an exponential fashion. Driving 62 mph (100 km/h) vs 75 mph (120 km/h) will reduce fuel consumption by about 15%.

2. Do Not Accelerate Rapidly or Brake Hard
By anticipating the traffic and applying slow steady acceleration and braking, fuel economy may increase by as much as 20%.

3. Always Keep Tires Properly Inflated
Keep tire air pressure at the level recommended by your vehicle manufacturer. A single tire under inflated by 2 PSI, increases fuel consumption by 1%.

4.Use A/C Sparingly
When the air conditioner is on it puts extra load on the engine forcing more fuel to be used (by about 20%). The defrost position on most vehicles also uses the air conditioner.

5. Keep Windows Closed
Windows open, especially at highway speeds, increase drag and result in decreased fuel economy of up to 10%.

6. Service Vehicle Regularly
Proper maintenance avoids poor fuel economy related to dirty air filters, old spark plugs or low fluid levels.

7. Use Cruise Control When Possible
Maintaining a constant speed over long distances often saves gas.

8. Avoid Carrying Heavy Loads
Remove the sand bags from your trunk in the spring and pack lightly for long trips.

9. Avoid Long Idles
If you anticipate being stopped for more than 1 minute, shut off the car. Restarting the car uses less fuel than letting it idle for this time.

10. Purchase a Fuel Efficient Vehicle
When buying a new vehicle examine the vehicle's rated fuel efficiency. Usually choosing a small vehicle with a manual transmission will provide you with great fuel economy.