Just a Bunch of Potters - November 5th thru 7th

Just a Bunch of Potters

Dates:
November 5-7, 2010
Friday, November 5th from 6-9 PM
Saturday & Sunday: 10-5

Location:
North Pointe Woods Club House
On Riveroak drive off North Clinton

Thirteen local potters get together for this once a year event.....presenting their newest work in clay. Pieces range from mugs, bowls, plates & vases to wall pieces, tiles, jewelry & even some mixed media pieces (with clay being the main element). Whether your taste runs traditional, contemporary or whimsical...there is something here for you!

A Friday night reception, from 6-9pm, kicks things off. Casual shopping follows on Saturday and Sunday, 10-5 both days. There is no admission fee.

More info, plus a map to the clubhouse at:

http://www.facebook.com/bunchofpotters

This is our 11th ANNUAL SHOW. Please join us!

Holiday Ornaments at Orchard Gallery

Holiday Ornaments in Clay, Wood, Wool, Glass & More!

Artists from around the region show off their holiday spirit! Our ornaments will be the hit of your holiday tree or ornament exchange! All are made by American artists. The very popular wool ornaments by Ohio artist, Madeline Jordan (above) are back...horses, giraffes, polar bears, llamas, cats & more! Blown glass ornaments by Larry Mack are great for the holiday tree & will bring cheer all year round! Ornaments made from gourds by Sue Westhues & local artist, Alison Adams. Colorful wooden puzzle ornaments by Russell Greenslade. And, the cutest little clay ornaments around are by Wabash artist, Sue Scamihorn.

November 2-30, 2010

OPEN:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10-5.
Tues & Thurs: 10-7 .
Open Sundays: 12-5, Thanksgiving though Christmas.
CLOSED: Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

The Orchard Gallery of Fine Art
6312-A Covington Road
Fort Wayne, IN
260-436-0927
www.theorchardgallery.com

ART. WRITE. NOW

ART. WRITE. NOW.
October 29 - December 5, 2010
Exhibition Reception
Friday, November 5, 2010 from 6 - 8 pm
Fort Wayne Museum of Art

ART WRITE NOW is the first-ever traveling exhibition of The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, presented by the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers.

Opening at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art on October 29, 2010, the exhibition will present a selection of 2010 National Scholastic Award-winning works on the first stop of a tour where communities across America will be able to view what visual and literary arts professionals have deemed to be the best teen-produced work in the country.

More than fifty works of art and forty pieces of writing will be on display in each location. The exhibit will travel from Fort Wayne, IN, to Dallas, TX; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; and Philadelphia, PA. The intent of this exhibition is to engage local communities and foster an appreciation for creativity in classrooms.

Attend a reception celebrating works of the talented teens in Art.Write.Now. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar from the Oyster Bar as well as the music of Cadenza, an incredibly gifted group of local high school jazz music1ans.

RSVP to Justin at 260.422.6467, ext. 313 or clupper@fwmoa.org prior to November 1.

Ceramics at University of St. Francis

National Ceramics Invitational
November 6, 2010 - January 7, 2011
Opening Reception - November 6, 2010 from 7-9 PM

Also don't miss: Closer Look Lecture with Alex Hibbitt
Wednesday, November 17 at 7:30 PM
Ceramic artist Alex Hibbitt will present her work with focus given to aesthetics and installation strategies.

AND STARTING THIS SUNDAY: Ceramics Courses

Beginning Ceramics Sundays, October 24 through December 5, 1-3pm

Advanced Ceramics Sundays, October 24 through December 5, 3-5pm

SOCA will offer two continuing education ceramics classes, “Beginning Ceramics” and “Advanced Ceramics,” every Sunday this fall, in the Rolland Art Center off Leesburg Road. Classes will take place from October 24 through December 5 with “Beginning Ceramics” from 1-3pm and “Advanced Ceramics” from 3-5pm. Cost for each class is $160 which includes supplies and instruction. Tools will be available for in-class use. Classes will be instructed by Tommy Frank. Frank has been a working potter and sculptor since 2000. He holds a BA from Asbury College and an MFA from Bowling Green State University. He has taught ceramics at the Odyssey Studios, Blue Ridge Community College, Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, and Bowling Green State University. For more information or a registration form, please contact the School of Creative Arts at 260-399-7700, ext. 8001.

John P. Weatherhead Gallery
University of Saint Francis
2701 Spring Street
Fort Wayne, IN

Toy & Book Illustration at Artlink

Toy & Book Illustration Exhibit

Opening Reception: Friday, October 29, 6-9 p.m.
In the gallery until December 1, 2010

Artwork depicting toys and book illustration from over 70 regional artists in all media.


Oliver the Spaceship by Lynn Rowe Reed




Artlink
437 East Berry Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
260-424-7195
www.artlinkfw.com

Jennifer Ocken at Northside Galleries in November

DOCUMENTING BLUES by Jennifer Ocken at Northside Galleries

Opening receptions:
Friday, Nov. 5, 2010 from 5-9 pm
Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010 from 1-4 pm

Northside Galleries
335 E State Blvd.
Ft Wayne, IN 46805
260)483-6624


Jennifer began her career in Indiana but is now located in the deep south of Baton Rouge, LA. In "Documenting Blues", Jenn is dedicated to recording and preserving the culture and heritage of the blues musicians. Her goal is to share with others the stories and music that make up this wonderful art. The presentation of her work is very unique giving you the feeling of looking through the windows at truly majestic and captivating emotion. If you can't make the openings, the show will remain on display through the month of November. Please make a point to come in and see what our Southern Belle has accomplished!!

Jenn is also available for portrait photography. She has mastered the essence of catching the moments in her portraits and will very rarely say "bend your head this way and turn your body that way" making you feel like a human Gumby doll. We use her for all of our family portraits and are always amazed that she can catch shots you wouldn't think humanly possible! For more information about Jennifer and her blues work visit her Blog here.

Hoosier Salon at Allen County Public Library

Hoosier Salon
October 23 – November 30, 2010
Jeffery R. Krull Gallery
Allen County Public Library
900 Library Plaza
Fort Wayne, IN


Look Grandpa by Christine Newlund


For more information about the Hoosier Salon, visit www.hoosiersalon.org including information about the annual exhibit and traveling show.


Also in the Gallery:

Teen Photo Contest
October 23 – December 1, 2010

Steve Vachon's work selected for 500 Vases

Two clay vases by Orchard Gallery artist, Steve Vachon were selected to be included in a new book titled 500 Vases to be published by Lark Books. 500 Vases: contemporary explorations of a timeless form is projected to be in bookstores Fall 2010. Steve resides in Fort Wayne, IN, where he and his wife, Sue Davis, produce their unique raku fired pottery.

The library has 500 Vases on order. You can place it on hold now.

Check the Allen County Public Library for 500 Vases

Register now: 3rd Annual Artist Members’ Exhibition

3rd Annual Artist Members’ Exhibition
December 3, 2010 - February 27, 2011

Join us for a striking exhibition that highlights the talent of our Artist Membership!

The Fort Wayne Museum of Art is once again organizing an exhibition open exclusively to its Artist Members. This will be a fabulous exhibit and to be included would be a terrific addition to any artist’s résumé. Each Artist Member may enter one work to be displayed in this major, un-juried group show. Find the form and more information at http://www.fwmoa.org/callforentry/view/10 (form follows detailed information about the show; scroll down).

Not an Artist Member yet? Joining is easy and this annual show is just one of the benefits. Become a member HERE.

Already an FWMoA member or interested in joining at a higher level to receive even more benefits? Artist benefits are available to you at NO EXTRA CHARGE! Contact the Membership Department TODAY to learn more.

For more information about the Members’ Exhibition please contact Jessie Bower at 422-6467, ext. 311 or bower@fwmoa.org for more information.


Dates to Remember:

Intent to Exhibit Form due:
October 29, 2010

Delivery of Artwork:
November 11, 2010: 1-7pm
November 12, 2010: 9- 2pm
November 13, 2010: 10- 2pm

Opening Reception:
December 3, 2010

Hope to see your work at the museum this winter!

Sayaka Ganz at Huntington U's Wilson Gallery

Indiana artist Sayaka Ganz to exhibit her work at Huntington University

October 13-November 12
Robert E. Wilson Gallery
Huntington University

Local artist Sayaka Ganz, who is known for taking common plastic items and turning them into works of art, will exhibit her work at Huntington University from Oct. 13 to Nov. 12 in the Robert E. Wilson Gallery.

Born in Yokohama, Japan, Ganz has been living and working in Indiana for the past 15 years. She currently teaches design and drawing at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne.

In her sculptures, she uses post-consumer plastic objects to depict animals in motion with rich colors and energy. Her newest sculpture “Ambush” has been permanently installed at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art.

The Wilson Gallery is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., before and after all Merillat Centre performances and by appointment. The gallery is free and open to the public.

To learn more about Sayaka Ganz, visit www.sayakaganz.com.

Fall Colors at Castle Gallery through November

"Fall Colors Show" at Castle Gallery

October 2, 2010 through November, 2010

Autumn is the most colorful season of all, and Castle Gallery's "Fall Colors Show" expresses autumn at its best. The reds of maple, the yellows of oak and the purples of elm are in full regalia through the paintings of Fred Doloresco, Jody Hemphill Smith, Randall Scott Harden (image "September Color" featured above), Robert Eberle, Beth Forst, Andrea Bojrab and more. The bountiful spirit of harvest has been captured by Castle Gallery's world class painters.

Gallery Hours:
Tues - Saturday: 11 am - 6 pm

Castle Gallery
1202 West Wayne Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
260.426.6568
www.castlegallery.com

Monstrosity Exhibit

Saturday, October 16, 2010
Art Exhibit begins with live painting at 7 PM.

Ryan Hadley Studio
821 South Calhoun Street

This event is FREE! Visit www.ryanhadley.com for more information.

33rd Annual Photography Exhibit in Van Wert

33RD ANNUAL PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT
10/3/2010 To 10/29/2010
A wide range of categories provides something for everyone to enjoy.
The photographs displayed are selected by jurors from the huge number of entries that are submitted by both professional and amateur photographers.
1-5 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday (closed Mondays)
Free

Wassenberg Art Center
643 S. Washington Street
Van Wert, Ohio 45891
(419) 238-6837
wassenberg@embarqmail.com

Art Sale in Bluffton

A sale of original art is currently being held at the Bluffton Creative Arts Council.

Oct. 2-12 open 10am-6pm; closed Sundays,
Not open Oct. 9 due to class in session;
Oct. 13 retrieve unsold art

The Creative Arts Council of Wells County, Inc.
211 Water Street
Bluffton, Indiana 46714
260-824-5222
www.wellscocreativearts.com

If coming from Fort Wayne on State Road 1
Turn right at the first street after crossing the Wabash River bridge.
Pull into the parking lot, first building on the right.

32nd Elkhart Juried Regional at Midwest Museum of American Art

Dixie Bradley had a painting accepted into 32nd Elkhart Juried Regional at Midwest Museum of American Art, Elkhart, Indiana.

The show will be up from October 8 to December 5, 2010.


Convergence II - oil on canvas - 30" x 32"
Dixie Bradley

Midwest Museum of American Art

Artlink Bus Trip to Indy

Artlink Bus Trip to the Indianapolis Museum of Art

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Departing 8:30 a.m. from Meijer’s parking lot on Lima Road and returning around 7 p.m.

COST: Artlink members $40, non-members $45

CONTACT: Deb Washler, Executive Director, 260-424-7195, e: deb@artlinkfw.com

Contemporary art enthusiasts are invited to join Artlink on a daylong bus trip to the Indianapolis Museum of Art on Tuesday, October 12. The highlight of the trip will be the many facets of artwork created by Andy Warhol and presented by Andy Warhol Enterprises. In addition, participants can enjoy a walk to the new Art and Nature Park, not far from the Lilly house on museum grounds. Eight sculptures are sited around the park and lake. An added treat for the trip home is a stop at Trader Joe’s to see what’s new. Coolers will be on board for travelers’ purchases. Cost is $40 for Artlink members, non-members $45. Download a registration form at www.artlinkfw.com. Price includes museum entry, transportation, driver tip and morning and evening snacks. Bus will depart from Meijers, Lima Road at 8:30 a.m. and return Fort Wayne, 7:00 p.m. Early registration is advised.

Warhol works range from his shop window designs and commercial illustrations of the 1950s to his groundbreaking paintings of consumer products and stars of the 1960s, and ultimately to his ventures into TV, film and magazines of the 70s and 80s.

Artlink’s Fall bus trip is the second of two annual trips to prominent Midwestern art museums sponsored by the not-for-profit contemporary gallery. Founded in 1978, Artlink’s mission is to showcase artwork of the highest quality by emerging and mid-career artists and to provide educational programs for the community. Artlink is a funded member of Arts United of Greater Fort Wayne.

www.artlinkfw.com

Fort Exhibition at Artlink

Local Vignettes: The Fort Exhibition at Artlink

Opening Reception: Friday October 8, 6-9 p.m.
Gallery Walk-Through at 6 PM.
Exhibition open through October 20, 2010.

Installation work depicting the idea of a fort from Marie Gardeski, John Hartman, Justin Jackson, Sommer Starks, Clare Christian Tarr and Josef Zimmerman.

Artlink
437 East Berry Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Architects ARTifacts show at PottersWife gallery

Architects ARTifacts
October 15 - November 20, 2010

Opening Reception: Friday, October 15 from 7-11 PM
PottersWife Gallery
1421 Broadway
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Happy 1st anniversary from all of us at PottersWife!

We have a special night planned... Food, Beverages and a collection of rarely seen Architects ARTifacts - Conceptual sketches, Interim drawings, Presentation Boards and 3D models that are seldom seen outside of the boardroom.

Come out and be a VIP while peering into the artistic vision of local architects!

Participating architectural firms:
Grinsfelder Associates Architects
Hoch Associates
Kelty Tappy Design
Martin Riley Architects

This is a free event. Please bring a friend or two, or three...heck, just bring your entire entourage!

Visit us on the WEB: http://www.delaneys1421broadway.com