Saturday, March 31, 2012

Be a Part of the Roanoke Art Fair

Roanoke Antique and Art Fair
June 16, 2012

The Roanoke Beautification Foundation is proud to sponsor its 2nd Antique and Art Fair.

This event will be held on Roanoke’s Main Street, on June 16, 2012.

Fair hours: 9 am – 5 pm

Set –up hours: 6:30 am – 8:30 am

Questions? Call Stephanie @ 260-676-2020

More Information also available at: www.discoverroanoke.org

Thursday, March 29, 2012

Artlink Workshops this Spring

Artlink Workshops this Spring: April, May, and June 2012

Artlink announces its April, May and June workshops to be held at the Auer Center for Arts and Culture, 300 E. Main St., Fort Wayne. Artlink’s Artsy Fun Workshops are planned for those fun-loving adults and young people who want to try something different. The Fine Art Focus Workshops are for those with serious artistic goals in mind. They are designed to provide artists and art teachers with opportunities to advance their personal work and enrich their teaching with fresh ideas. Indiana Department of Education Professional Growth Plan points are offered. The general public is invited to attend. Register for 2 or more workshops and receive a 10% discount. Workshops are taught by area artists at Artlink. Registration forms are available at www.artlinkfw.com or call 260-424-7195.

Ongoing Artsy Fun Workshops

Kids' Art Exploration with Erin Patton

April 11 & 25, May 9 & 23, June 6 & 20, 6-7 p.m. - An ongoing program offered, every other Wednesday for children in grades K through grade 6. Students will work with various art materials and techniques each session and are encouraged to explore and experiment with guidance from the instructor. All art supplies are provided.

Cost: 1 class, 1 child for $20 or 4-class pack for $72.


All-Levels Adult Yoga with Vicki Salzbrun of Lotus Yoga Wellness

April 11 & 25, May 9 & 23, June 6 & 20, 6-7 p.m. - An ongoing program offered, every other Wednesday for adults. Artlink invites you to relax with all-levels yoga in a friendly, non-intimidating atmosphere. Mats are available or bring your own.

Cost: 1 class, 1 adult $10 or 4-class pack for $35

APRIL Artsy Fun Workshops

Origami Paper Wrapped Eggs with Lorri Courtney
Saturday, April 7, 1-3 PM

Lorri Courtney teaches this fun activity just in time for spring holidays! Inspired by Japanese arts and crafts, participants will wrap eggs in a thin decorative paper. Appropriate for ages 8 through adult. All supplies provided

Cost: $25 Artlink Member, $30 General Public


Adult Date Night Painting Class with Amy Clark
Saturday, April 21, 7-10 PM

Art teacher, Amy Clark, leads you in painting your own Starry Night painting after Vincent Van Gogh. All canvasses are drawn out so all you do is paint! This is a great date-night activity or fun with friends. This is an over 21 activity. Art supplies provided.

Cost: $42 Artlink Member, $47 General Public


APRIL Fine Art Focus Workshops

Contour Line Drawing & the Figure with Suzanne Galazka
Saturday, April 14, 9 AM - noon

Artist Suzanne Galazka will utilize contour exercises to help artists see the edge, not the outline of a figure. Contour has a three-dimensional quality. A contour line follows the sense of touch - this is the artist’s experience. An outline is a silhouette, flat and 2-dimensional. Galazka will help you see the difference. Participants should bring several sheets of 18 x 24 inch drawing paper, soft drawing pencils, sanding block and pilot pens. A nude model will be utilized. Appropriate for ages 18+.

Cost: $33 Artlink Members, $38 General Public


Color Reductions Linocut Printing with Christopher Ganz
Saturday, April 14, 2 – 5 PM

IPFW Professor and artist Chris Ganz will teach participants how to make a three-layer color reduction print. These prints will be made without a printing press by hand-burnishing. Chris will have designs already drawn out for participants to choose from. Artlink will provide all materials, though students are welcome to bring some of their own paper to print on. Check out Chris’s work at www.ChrisGanz.com. Appropriate for ages 16+.

Cost: $41 Artlink Members, $46 General Public


Scratch Foam Printing with Rebecca Stockert
Sunday, April 15, 1 – 3 PM

Artist Rebecca Stockert will teach kids the art of scratch form printing! This fun and exciting technique uses squishy foam and safe carving tools to create an incised drawing which can be printed multiple times. Artlink will provide all materials. Appropriate for ages 6 – 12 years.

Cost: $30 Artlink Members, $35 General Public


Monotype Printing with Art Cislo
Saturday, April 21, 9 AM - noon

USF professor, Art Cislo will teach the art of making a single print from a plate. This is one of the most painterly printmaking techniques and a fairly simple process. Cislo is a master of this process. Artlink will provide all supplies. Appropriate for ages 16+.

Cost: $33 Artlink Members, $38 General Public


MAY Artsy Fun Workshops

Resin Pendants with Corene Painter
Saturday, May 5, 2 - 4 PM

Corene Painter will teach students how to make a resin pendant with a metal bezel or backing. A brief lecture will give a history of resins and how they are used in jewelry making. A water-based, acid free and non-toxic medium will be used. Pieces must dry overnight and can be picked up at Artlink. Painter is technical editor of bead, crafting and jewelry making books. Appropriate for ages 13 years to adult. All materials will be provided.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public


Make Your Own Monster with Amy Clark
Saturday, May 12, 2 – 4 PM

FWCS teacher, Amy Clark, will teach students how to sew their own little monster. Kids will learn basic sewing techniques such as straight stitching, appliqué, and how to sew on a button. Monsters are just the right size to fit into your pocket (about 3 x 4 inches). Kids can decorate them anyway they choose by changing the basic pattern to make a more unique monster. Appropriate for Grades 3 – 8. All materials are provided.

Cost: $30 Artlink Members, $35 General Public

Supplies: Artlink will provide all materials.


MAY Fine Art Focus Workshops

Watercolor Basics with Gwen Gutwein
Saturday, May 5, 1 – 4 PM

Master watercolorist Gutwein will demonstrate general watercolor techniques and useful methods and procedures for the beginning and intermediate watercolorist. Participants will need to bring their own watercolors, brushes, palettes, and paper. Detailed supply list will be mailed/emailed upon registration. Appropriate for ages 18 years through adult.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public


Experimental Watercolor on Yupo Paper with Linda Binek
Sunday, May 6, 1 – 4 PM

Artist Linda Binek will give beginners and intermediate painters hints on how to work with watercolor on Yupo, a non-absorbent plastic paper which creates bold colors and patterns. Participants will have the opportunity to try various ways of applying and lifting the paint. Natural color theory, elements and principles of composition will be used to create paintings. No previous painting experience is required. Participants may need to return the following day to Artlink to pick up dried paintings. Artlink will provide all materials but participants may bring their own watercolors and brushes if desired. Appropriate for ages 16 years through adult.

Cost: $40 Artlink Members, $45 General Public


Learning Watercolor Through Still Life with Scott Kilmer
Saturday, May 12, 1 – 4 PM

Art teacher, Kilmer, will cover watercolor techniques you can use to improve your painting by utilizing the still life. Kilmer is a member of the Hoosier Salon and art teacher at Carroll High School. Participants must bring their own tube watercolors, paper and brushes. A detailed supply list will be mailed/emailed upon registration. Appropriate for ages18 years through adult.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public


JUNE Artsy Fun Workshops

Mosaic Picture Frame with Kathy Watson
Saturday, June 2, 1 – 3 PM

Artist Kathy Watson will teach participants to make their own mosaic picture frame. Decorate your frames with recycled glass, found objects, and other fun items. Appropriate for ages 12 years through adult. Materials will be provided but to personalize the frames, participants may bring in their own objects as long as they have a flat side that can be affixed to the frame.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public


Whimsical Furniture Painting with Jason Roberts
Saturday, June 9, 1 – 3 PM

Let local artist Jason Roberts teach participants how to paint unfinished wood furniture in a fun and artistic way! Jason will lead participants as they paint and decorate their piece, then apply a finish to make it last for years to come! This is a great way to personalize your own useable piece of art for yourself or special someone. Furniture will need to be left at Artlink overnight to dry. Students must bring their own small, unfinished wood end table or comparable piece of furniture. All other supplies are provided. Appropriate for ages 18 years through adult.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public


Tea Bag Folding with Corene Painter
Sunday, June 10, 2 – 4 PM

Corene will teach participants how to create circular and square tea-bag folded medallions. With this origami inspired art form participants can create a custom greeting card or the folded tea bags can be used for scrapbooking or anything else your creativity desires! Corene is technical editor for CardMaker magazine, Simply Beads beading kits, and for paper crafting and jewelry making books. Artlink provides all materials, but participants are encouraged to bring general paper crafting supplies such as stamps, ink pads, stickers, and card blanks. Appropriate for ages 13 years through adult.

Cost: $30 Artlink Members, $35 General Public


Acrylic Painting With Terry Ratliff
Saturday, June 16, 1 – 4 PM

Terry will be your guide while you paint your own still life! Students will have the opportunity to paint alongside the artist and learn a few tricks of the trade. You do not need to be a trained artist to participate but should have a basic knowledge of drawing with a creative spirit. Terry has a BA from Franklin College and travels the country exhibiting and selling his work. All materials provided. Appropriate for ages 16 years to adult.

Cost: $40 Artlink Members, $45 General Public


JUNE Fine Art Focus Workshops

Plein Air Oil Painting with Gwen Gutwein
Saturday, June 9, 8 – 11:30 AM

Participants will meet Gwen at Artlink for a short talk about Plein Air Oil Painting before moving to the selected painting location. Participants are required to provide their own transportation from Artlink to the painting site. Gwen will explain seeing value and color in shadows. Participants must bring their own oil paint, brushes, palettes, and canvases. A detailed supply list will be mailed/emailed upon registration. Appropriate for ages 18 years through adult.

Cost: $35 Artlink Members, $40 General Public



Call 260-424-7195 with your questions about Artlink workshops. Artlink thanks our Educational Program Sponsors: Edward D. and Ione Auer Foundation and the Howard P. Arnold Foundation.

Artlink
Auer Center for Arts and Culture
300 E. Main St.
Fort Wayne, IN

Monday, March 26, 2012

Home Schoolers’ Arts Program at Auer Center

New Home Schoolers’ Arts Program at Auer Center

April 11 through May 30, 2012
Auer Center for Arts & Culture
, 300 E. Main St, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

CONTACT: Rebecca Stockert, at Artlink, 260-424-7195 or email: rebecca@artlinkfw.com


Artlink, Fort Wayne Ballet, and Fort Wayne Youtheatre are offering an exciting new 8-week course in dance, theatre and visual arts for home-schooled children. The program runs from 9 a.m. to noon on Wednesdays from April 11 through May 30, 2012. Children between the ages of 7 and 14 years may attend. Children may be registered for one, two, or all three disciplines. All classes will be held in the Auer Center for Arts and Culture, 300 East Main Street, Fort Wayne, IN 46802. Registration deadline is Monday, April 9, 2012. A registration form may be downloaded at www.artlinkfw.com or fortwayneyoutheatre.org or fortwayneballet.org. Those interested may call Artlink at 260-424-7195 to have a registration form mailed to you. Artlink will handle registration for all three organizations, so return the completed form along with your check made out to Artlink, 300 E. Main St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802.

All classes are held Wednesday mornings at the Auer Center in 50 minute blocks. A minimum of 8 children must be registered in each session in order for the program to run. Cost for the full 8-week program for all three disciplines is $370; for just Artlink sessions the cost is $120 (fee includes all supplies); for just Ballet sessions the cost is $160 (clothing must be purchased); for just Youtheatre the cost is $100 (all inclusive). A 10% discount is available for 2 or more children from the same family.

For questions about a specific curriculum or class supplies, contact the following:
Artlink, Rebecca Stockert, 260-424-7195
Fort Wayne Ballet, Lucia Rogers, 260-484-9646
Fort Wayne Youtheatre, Leslie Horman, 260-422-6900

Wednesday, March 21, 2012

April Showers (I mean Shows) at Orchard Gallery


Sit and Sip: Hand painted chairs and porcelain tea pots by Kimberly Rorick

Recycled chairs come to life by adding fresh paint and a little whimsy. Tea pots range from traditional style with colorful decorations to fat cats with striped tails. Kimberly creates her work in her Ossian, Indiana studio and is a full time artist.

Whimsical Paintings by Susan Kline


On canvas and wood, hand painted papers and acrylic paint are applied in layers to form a touchable depth. Creations to bring a smile to the face and laughter to the heart. Susan resides in Peru, Indiana and exhibits at art fairs & galleries in the Midwest. Her whimsical and colorful paintings are great conversation pieces!


April 3-30, 2012
Gallery Hours:
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

Tuesday, March 20, 2012

Call for Artists- IPFW Riverfest 2012

Calling all Artists! Be a part of the Artfest Show at IPFW Riverfest.
Artfest: June 23, 2012 from 10 AM to 8 PM

Deadline to apply: April 6, 2012
Go to ipfwriverfest.org to find the PDF application.

Monday, March 19, 2012

Three Different Views opens April 6 at Northside Galleries



Three Different Views
Friday, April 6th through Thursday, May 10th
Opening Reception: Friday, April 6, 2012 from 6:00PM - 9:00PM


This show features three regional area artists, each with their own distinct genre and medium. Be sure to check out John Kennell’s digitally created kaleidoscopic masterpieces, Randy Jackson’s photographic interpretation of all subjects, and Dan Gagen’s oil on canvas pieces of portraits, landscapes, and still life!

Refreshments provided.
For more information, contact Charley at Northside Galleries:
260-483-6624 or charley@northsidegalleries.com

Northside Galleries, 335 E State Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46805

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

22nd Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit at Huntington University

22nd Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit
March 26 - April 5, 2012
Award Ceremony: Saturday, March 31, 2012 at 6 PM
Huntington University
Robert E. Wilson Gallery



The Huntington University Visual Arts department invites the community to come see the 22nd Annual Juried Student Art Exhibit beginning March 26 through April 5 in the Robert E. Wilson Gallery on campus.

This is a juried exhibit of works created by Huntington University visual art students during this academic year. There will be a variety of media on display including paintings, sculpture, ceramics, drawings, photography, computer illustration and web design. The guest juror for the exhibit is James Miles, professor of photography at Taylor University.

An award reception will take place at 6 p.m. March 31 in the gallery. Miles will decide the Best of Show, first, second and third places, as well as Outstanding Achievement awards in the various mediums presented.

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

Saturday, March 10, 2012

Fort Wayne Museum of Art Events

American Stories Lecture - Pop & Op: The Deification of Popular Culture
Thursday, March 15, 2012
1:00 - 2:00pm
Free


With world wars behind us, Ab Ex opponents were now looking for something-anything-that would turn the leading mode of expression to a more humanistic form rooted in tradition. Yet, artists could not fully return to the traditions of the past without noticing the visual culture of the day: mass printing was booming and screen media was evolving, two indicators that what was popular, mass produced, and easily consumed visually would have a foremost presence in the American way of life. Enter Robert Rauschenberg, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, and Claes Oldenburg as key figures in the 1960s decade of Pop & Optical Art.


World War II Aircraft Nose Art
March 10 - May 6, 2012


For more on this exhibition visit http://www.fwmoa.org/exhibitions/view/72

WWII Aircraft Nose Art Lecture by Dr. Eugene M. Gillum
Sunday, March 18, 2012
2pm
Free



Fort Wayne Collects: Three Viewpoints
May 17 - May 6, 2012


For more on this exhibit visit http://www.fwmoa.org/exhibitions/view/71

Fort Wayne Museum of Art

Tuesday, March 06, 2012

Call for Artists - A Renaissance in Roanoke

Renaissance in Roanoke Seeks Artists

A Renaissance in Roanoke is gearing up for another successful event October 13, 2012. For the forms that artists will need to apply and more information visit http://www.renaissanceinroanoke.org/artists. Space is limited. Check us out a at http://renaissanceinroanoke.org .

Linn Bartling, Secretary
Roanoke Arts Council
260-672-2837

Monday, March 05, 2012

Stencil/Screen Print Exhibit to Open at Artlink

Stencil/Screen Print Exhibit to Open at Artlink

March 9, 2012 - April 4, 2012
Opening Reception - Friday, March 9, 2012 from 6 to 9 p.m.


COST: Free for Artlink members, $2 suggested donation from the general public

On March 9 through April 4, Artlink will present a unique exhibit in the feature gallery. The Stencil and Screen Print Exhibit will showcase the art of graffiti-style stenciling and silk screening. These two exciting print techniques and the artists who work in these styles are worthy of attention. The opening reception takes place on Friday, March 9 from 6 to 9 p.m.

This invitational exhibit was curated by Josef Zimmerman, a mixed media artist and member of Artlink’s Artist Panel, and the Artist Panel. Zimmerman selected six area artists whose work he admires and the Panel agreed with him. On display will be screen prints by Bob Storey, Kay Gregg and Shaun Malinowski. Also on display will be graffiti-style stencil art created by Francisco Reyes, Jason Rowland and Mike Shifflett.

Artlink
Auer Center for Arts and Culture
300 E. Main St.
Fort Wayne, IN

Friday, March 02, 2012

Ides of Art at Castle Gallery


"Ides of Art" Show at Castle Gallery
March 6 - March 31, 2012

Representing many great Castle Gallery artists, along with three new nationally recognized artists: John Michael Carter, B. Eric Rhoads, and Armin Mersmann

Image shown: "Towering Trees" by B. Eric Rhoads

Castle Gallery
1202 West Wayne Street
Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Phone: 260.426.6568
Email: info@castlegallery.com
Website: www.castlegallery.com