AVA Awards--Vote Now through February 9

AVA Awards Party
Thursday, February 17, 2011
7-10 p.m. at Artlink and Fort Wayne Cinema Center.
Tickets are $20-Artlink Members, $25- Non-members
Call 260-424-7195 for your ticket or stop by Artlink!

Here are the nominees of the Artlink Visual Art Awards (AVA): http://www.artlinkfw.com/center/01_Home/vote/ava11-gallery.html

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AVA Awards 2010
Official Listing of Nominees

Ceramics – Made from clay or a mixture of organic materials finished by firing.
1. Kristy Jo Beber
2. Richard Tuck
3. Steve Vachon
4. Scott Ziegler

Drawing – A visual art that makes use of any number of drawing instruments to mark a two-dimensional medium. Common instruments include graphite pencils, pen and ink, inked brushes, wax color pencils, crayons, charcoals, chalk, pastels, markers, stylus, or various metals like silverpoint.
1. David Birkey
2. Claire Ewart
3. Justin Johnson
4. Jeremy McFarren

Graphic Art – type of visual art made for commercial purposes. Packaging, posters, advertisements, signs, and book and magazine illustrations are examples of graphic art.
1. Drew Korah
2. Alan Nauts
3. Jacob Sauer
4. Nate Utesch

Jewelry/metal work – an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems).
1. Candie Cooper
2. Lydia Gerbig-Fast
3. Greg & BJ Jordan
4. Janet Webb

Painting – The practice of applying paint, pigment, color or other medium to a surface (support base). The application of the medium is commonly applied to the base with a brush but other objects may be used. Pastel artists who fill the surface as a painter may be included in this category.
1. Justin Henry Miller
2. Ales Pancner
3. Maurie Papier
4. Eric Tarr

Photography – Includes traditional silver gelatin prints, digital prints and digitally manipulated photographic works.
1. Tim Brumbeloe
2. Jeff Crane
3. Steve Perfect
4. Cara Lee Wade

Printmaking – Traditional hand pulled prints that may include Intaglio, Lithography, Relief Printing, Screen printing and monoprints. No photography, computer generated or digitally altered prints.
1. Christopher Ganz
2. Dennis Hettler
3. Shirley Hiner
4. Tom Keesee

Sculpture – A three-dimensional artwork created by shaping or combining hard materials, typically stone such as marble, metal, glass, or wood, or plastic materials such as clay, textiles, polymers and softer metals.
1. Art Farm (Paul Siefert/Lisa Vetter)
2. Sayaka Ganz
3. Dana Goodman
4. Mary Klopfer

Surface/Fabric Design - Textile designs applied to the surface of a woven fabric, including printing, painting, batik, appliqué, embroidery,quilting, etc. Textile arts are those arts and crafts that use plant, animal, or synthetic fibers to construct practical or decorative objects.
1. Joel Fremion
2. Dawn Geradot
3. Becka Strachon
4. Clare Christian Tarr

University Art Student – Outstanding regional student artists enrolled in an accredited university visual arts program.
1. Patrick Gainer
2. Holly Hardin-Clabaugh
3. Justine Hettler
4. Kevin Leigh-Manuell

Visual Arts Educator – Outstanding artists who teach kindergarten through university at regional schools and university visual art programs.
1. Marcy Aldridge-Adams, Bishop Dwenger High school
2. Nicole Croy, Carroll High school
3. Christina Baloski, Perry Hill Elementary

Nomination of artists was made by 30 visual arts organizations, galleries, university art programs, school districts and visual art businesses in Northeast Indiana. Artlink appreciates those who took the time to make nominations.


Pick up and return paper ballots at the following locations:
Artlink
816 Pint & Slice
Dash-In
Firefly Coffee House
Friendly Fox

Ballots also available on the back of the January issues of Fort Wayne Reader.
Vote online at www.artlinkfw.com.

American Woman at Northside Galleries - Feb. 4

The American Woman: As Depicted by Local and Regional Artists

February 4-March 4, 2011

Opening Reception: Friday, February 4, 2011 from 5pm-9pm

Northside Galleries
335 E State Blvd- Ft Wayne, IN 46805
AND
Zia's Coffee Sweets and More
2319 Spy Run Ave- In the Nature's Corner Shopping Plaza
At the corner of State Blvd. and Spy Run Ave.

1 theme, 1 opening night, 2 locations only steps apart, so there won't even be time to get chilled by the weather. Northside Galleries will be displaying over 35 artists and their individual interpretations of "The American Woman." Zia's will be
displaying the photographic fine art of Randy Jackson. Randy's work and ideas are why we, at Northside Galleries, jumped on board with the theme and opened it up to any local or regional artist who wanted to submit their pieces. There will be both 2 and 3 dimensional work on display. Coffee, refreshments and snacks will be served at both locations throughout the evening. Parking will be available in the lot to the west of Northside Galleries as well as in the shopping center at Nature's Corner. Artists at Northside Galleries include:

Nicol Hernandez, Nancy Longmate, Santa Brink, Al McLuckie, Sarah Thompson, Susan Pearl, Janice Hoffman, Elizabeth Wamsley, Theresa Thompson, Dixie Bradley, Karen
Harvey, Collene Hitchcock, Alan Bundza, Dustin Sheline Randy Jackson, Jason Roberts
and many more!

Some pieces that will be on display:




Northside Galleries is open:

Mon, Wed, Thurs, and Fri: 10am-5pm
Tuesday: 10am-3pm
And by Appointment
(260)483-6624

February Shows at the Orchard Gallery

Stoneware Pottery by John & Angie Platt

Layered earthy glazes on functional stoneware pottery. Auburn, Indiana couple, John & Angie Platt collaborate on their high-fired stoneware mugs, plates, casseroles & bowls. Also expect to also see their popular depictions of leaves, plus some new experimental work!


Art from the Heart: Artful Gifts for Your Valentine

A fantastic selection of handmade hearts, sure to score you points this Valentine's Day! All made by LOCAL & regional artists. Hearts made of clay, glass, wood & metal, plus hearts painted onto canvas and made into cards. We also offer jewelry by a dozen American artists, plus finely crafted jewelry boxes to store all her treasures. GUYS: We've got everything on her list (except the chocolate). (Image to right: Janet Webb's "Ornament Heart")


February 2-28, 2011

OPEN:
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat: 10 AM -5 PM
Tues & Thurs: 10 AM - 7 PM

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

Cost: No Charge

Call for Entries--ArtFest at 2011 RiverFest

CALL FOR ENTRIES ~ ARTFEST at 2011 IPFW RIVERFEST

Join us along the grassy banks of the St. Joseph River for ArtFest at the 2011 IPFW RiverFest, on Saturday, June 25, 2011 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Artists and craftspeople are invited to submit their applications for this juried event on the beautiful IPFW campus in the categories of either Fine Art or Crafts. Other RiverFest activities include a variety of music, food, family fun, pontoon rides, fireworks, and more.

A complete prospectus with rules and an application will be available on the event website − ipfwriverfest.org − by February 1st. (It's not there just yet.)

Applications must be received by April 22, 2011.

Arts United Kickoff Party on January 27th

Arts United is pleased to invite the community to a free kickoff party for their annual fund drive. The reception will be held Thursday, January 27 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Arts United Center, 303 E Main Street, Fort Wayne.

Those who attend the annual fund drive kickoff will be the first to see Arts United’s exhibit called the “Community Mosaic.” The display includes dozens of three feet square paintings decorating the large lobby wall at the Arts United Center during the Arts United fund drive. Attendees of the kickoff party will also enjoy JK O’Donnell’s food and beverages, entertainment by the Fort Wayne Youtheatre, and see displays with information about leading arts organizations supported by Arts United.

Arts United conducts a campaign each year to raise funding for local arts and cultural organizations. In its mission to support the arts, the organization also provides affordable facilities, back-office services and administers a health care plan for a wide-range of non-profit groups. The annual fund drive takes place from February through April with a goal of $1 million.

This is the third year for the Community Mosaic exhibit. This year, 50 diverse local artists, including professionals, amateurs and children volunteered for this public art project. The display represents the diverse interests and skill levels of those who support the arts in our greater Fort Wayne community. Community Mosaic will be on display until mid-April. Arts United Center patrons are encouraged to vote for their favorite panel, the artists with the most votes will win prizes.

Ice Sculptor this Thursday in Bluffton

Ice Sculptor in Bluffton
Thursday, January 20 from 5-6:30 PM
Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre

Watch a winter artist in action outdoors on the terrace at Bluffton, Indiana’s Arts Commerce & Visitors Centre on the evening of Thursday, Jan. 20 at 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Warm outerwear is recommended for folks who want to enjoy the treat of watching a 300 pound block of ice be transformed into wonderful artwork. Ice sculptor Bud Lies will be on hand to create the piece for those who stop by to observe the process.

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

Warm the Night at PottersWife Gallery

February is cold, but PottersWife Gallery is heating up with amazing local talent!

Warm the Night
February 11-May 14, 2011
Opening Reception: February 11 from 7 -11 p.m.

Susan Suraci
A Fort Wayne original... noted painter, musician and writer graces the gallery with style and flair all her own.

Scott Souers
His clay expressions provide a calm, assuring and familiar tone to the gallery. All the things we want on a cold winter night.

Sayaka Ganz & Jim Merz
Stunning collaboration in a unique space. Sayaka and Jim provide a kinetic multi media installation residing in our three story stairwell.

PottersWife Gallery
1421 Broadway
Fort Wayne, IN
(260) 420-8300
http://www.delaneys1421broadway.com/

Huntington U to have Faculty Art Show

The Visual Arts Faculty Art Show
January 31-February 22, 2011
Reception: February 4 from 6-7:30 PM
Huntington University
Robert E. Wilson Gallery

Professors Ken Hopper, Rebecca Coffman and Barb Michel along with adjunct faculty Joni Walker and Rebekah Hubley will display works in a variety of mediums, including paintings, photography, ceramics and silk screen printmaking.

There will be an artist reception from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 4 where the faculty artists will discuss their works.

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.

Fort Wayne Photographers Exhibit at Artlink

Fort Wayne Photographers
January 21-February 23, 2011
Opening Reception: Friday, January 21 from 6-9 PM

Join us for a Gallery Walk-Through at 6 PM on Friday, January 21 with the photographers to learn more about their work.

Push Pin Gallery: Paintings by Penny French-Deal

Artlink Bake Sale: Saturday, February 12 from noon to 9 PM.


Artlink
437 East Berry Street
Fort Wayne, 46802

Contemporary Still-Life Painting at USF

Objects of Interest: Contemporary Still-Life Painting
January 22 - February 27, 2011
University of Saint Francis
John P. Weatherhead Gallery

Opening Reception: January 22 from 7-9 PM

Featuring the work of David Carpenter, Andrew Conklin, Richard Luschek, Helen Oh, and Jonathan Queen. Join us for the Closer Look Lecture with Jonathan Queen (work by Jonathan on right) on Wednesday, February 16 at 7:30 PM in the North Campus Auditorium.

Show Opening Friday at Continuum Art Gallery

IPFW Student Show at Continuum Art Gallery
January 14, 2011 - February 9, 2011
Opening Reception: Friday, January 14 from 6-10 PM

Continuum Art Gallery
125 W. Wayne St.
Fort Wayne, Indiana 46805
Next to J.K. O'Donnell's
http://continuumartgallery.com

Drop Your Avant Garde - Saturday, January 29th

Drop Your Avant Garde
Saturday, January 29, 2011
Downtown Fort Wayne at Calhoun and W. Wayne Streets
6 PM - Midnight

Downtown is the palette and local artists have the talent; let us color your lives with another 'Drop Your Avant Garde' event Saturday, January 29. The Downtown Improvement District will present four unique "pop up" galleries in the 800 block of Calhoun Street and the 200 block of West Wayne Street from 6 pm - midnight.

Participants include:

Ryan Hadley Studio
816 Pint and Slice
The Dash-In
Higher Grounds
Continuum Gallery
JK O'Donnell's
Join us for great art, music, food and drink specials. The first 'Drop Your Avant Garde' of 2011 promises to be some of the most unconventional FREE fun you'll have in Fort Wayne all year!

FREE Parking is also available in the garage at the corner of Calhoun and Wayne Streets.

For more information on the Ryan Hadley Studio go to http://www.ryanhadley.com/.

This Thursday at FWMoA

The Chalk Walk Committee Needs YOU!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
5:30 - 6:30pm

It may seem like Chalk Walk is months away...but it's really just around the corner! Would you like to be part of the fun and excitment of the Chalk Walk committee? Join us this Thursday at 5:30pm for the first planning meeting. Interested in being on the committee, but can't make the first meeting? Contact Justin at clupper@fwmoa.org or 260.422.6467, ext. 313 for more information.


East Coast to Midwest in Rotation: Observations on Art and Life with Jason Stopa
Thursday, January 6, 2011
6pm
Free

Artist and former FWMoA employee Jason Stopa returns to the Midwest for a special program that will frame his perception of the trends in contemporary art he has witnessed in the various geographic communities of his life. Drawing from his youth in New Jersey and Massachusetts, to his art education in Indiana and the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY, Stopa will off his perspective on the current nature of community, artists, and art production from a regional perspective.