ART MAT TERS
Magazine of The Art Center of Western Colorado Volume 6, Issue 4 Fall 2021
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Art Matters
Director’s Letter About The Art Center Announcements Exhibitions
Continuum co|show The Floating World Western Colorado Watercolor Society Pastel Society of Colorado 2021 Member Show
Events
Paint the Town: The Great Heist Directors' Choice: Historic Trading Post Excursion Music in the Grapevines Summer Concert Series Annual Pottery Sale A Celtic Halloween with Fifth Reel & Friends
Youth & Teen Education
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NEW! Collection Corner Adult Education
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WCWS Members' Workshop COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements Workshops 2D Classes Ceramics How to Enroll
On The Cover: Works by Eric Elliott Art Matters Fall 2021 gjartcenter.org
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This is The Art Center of Western Colorado’s 68th year; in just two years, we’ll be celebrating this institution’s 70th birthday. I think that’s astounding. The Art Center can boast that it is one of the oldest nonprofit organizations on the Western Slope and is, arguably, the oldest art-based nonprofit in Western Colorado. Originally the Mesa County Art Center, the name has changed a few times over the years to become what it is today – The Art Center of Western Colorado. All those iterations had two words in common, Art and Center. This organization is, and has been, the center for the arts, the hub of the arts in the Grand Valley, since before many of us were even born. The roots of The Art Center stretch back almost a hundred years to 1930, when Les Beaux Arts club (now known as the Brush and Palette Club) began making plans for western Colorado’s first Art Center. For the next three decades, they dedicated themselves to the goal of creating a hub for the arts in Western Colorado. They began collecting artwork that would be the foundation of a magnificent and unique permanent collection which now contains over five hundred works of art. They held fund drives to raise money for the envisioned art center and, even before they secured the first Art Center building, the founders began teaching art education for children and adults, as well has holding art exhibitions around town and presenting opera and theatre as early as the 1940s and 1950s, many of which continue today. The Art Center provides art education for children, adults, and persons with disabilities; holds art exhibitions; promotes performing arts; partners with writer’s groups, theatre groups, and music groups, and much more. The Art Center continues to present, promote, and encourage all art forms because we believe that art is essential, we believe that art is for everyone, and, as our mission states: “The Art Center of Western Colorado is a regional arts organization dedicated to enriching lives by promoting the enjoyment of understanding of the arts.” One more quick note – the past year and a half has been a difficult time for The Art Center financially. We have been fortunate enough to receive two PPP forgivable loans, which helped keep the bills paid. But we still need your support. I hesitate to use this much over-used phrase, but now more than ever, The Art Center needs your financial support. The large donation we received to build the upcoming Kephart Gallery was money given with the sole purpose of building the gallery and could not have been used for operations. But, operations, programs, events, and exhibitions still depend on your financial support to keep the doors open and the bill paid. So, please consider a mid-year donation to The Art Center. With your support, this organization will continue to enrich the lives of Coloradans for another 68 years! Thank you,
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WELCOME
Our Mission: The Art Center of Western Colorado is a regional arts organization dedicated to enriching lives by promoting the enjoyment and understanding of the arts.
Board of Trustees
Art Center Staff
Lee Borden Jeremy R Franklin - President st Executive Director Ronya Anna - 1 Vice President Matt Jones Dr. Michael Neste - 2nd Vice President Curator, Programs & Exhibitions Terri Chinn - Treasurer Rachel Egelston Anita Pisciotte - Secretary Director of Youth Education & Art for All Joseph Gonzales Terry Shepherd Jack Griggs Artist-in-Residence, Ceramics Director Pavia Justinian Keith Brewer Kendra McDaniel Membership & Gift Gallery Coordinator Lynne O’Connell Haley Van Camp David Price Design and Communications Manager Sheri Ray Charley Gordon Facilities Manager Mykan White Cathy Zippert – Art Center Guild President Michael Davis - ex-officio WCCA Endowment Foundation
Art Center Hours 9am to 4pm Tuesday through Saturday Admission $3 (free to members and children under 12) There is no charge to visit the Gift Gallery Tuesdays are free to everyone thanks to a generous sponsorship by Home Loan & Nationwide Insurance
Operational funding provided in part by
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COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS While at The Art Center, be a hero and please: Do not visit The Art Center if you or anyone in your household is ill or has been ill recently
Wash those hands frequently Wear a face mask
Follow posted occupancy limits for Maintain a minimum each gallery/ six-foot distance classroom between yourself and others not in your party
Do not shake hands or engage in unnecessary physical contact with others
Show proof of vaccination for adult classes
Use provided hand sanitizer when entering the building
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TAC will make sure high-touch surfaces are cleaned frequently and will continue monitoring CDC and MCPH guidelines to stay ANNOUNCEMENTS up-to-date with protocols.
Thank you to our major supporters! Gallery sponsors:
Gould Gallery - Chuck & Robbie Breaux Studio Colorado - Dr. Michael Neste & Family Health West North Gallery - Timberline Bank Atrium Gallery - Dr. Tonya Wren
Exhibition 2020-2021 sponsors: McBride Family Foundation Chuck and Kendra McDaniel Dean and Mary Harris Chuck and Patti Shear / Shear Inc The Ron Beckman Estate
Friend, Supporter, Champion, and Title Supporters: Kay & Lee Ambrose Robert Armstrong Judith & Dr. Stephen Axthelm Lynn Brownson George & Judy Callison Terri Chinn Gaynell & Doug Colaric Karen Combs Patricia Feinberg Jeremy R Franklin Harry & Joanie Griff Jack Griggs Glen & Evelyn Haley Dean & Mary Harris Jill & Bill Hilty Robert & Lou Jenkins Ken Johnson Melissa & Phil Jones Karen & Dennis Kiefer Bob & Kathy Martin Linda McBride Chuck & Kendra McDaniel Jean McIntyre Janet McRae
Don Meyers Bill Milius Carole Moritz Clifford & Judith Neste Dr. Michael Neste Lynne O'Connell Carol Oglesby Brian & Joyce Olson Sharyl & Bob Peterson Anita Pisciotte Peggy Pretti Tony & Sally Prinster Jonathan Purdy Sue Samuelson Jim Sebela & Nina Williams Chuck & Patti Shear Judy Vanderleest & Andy Kelley Del & Joe Wharton Carolyn White & Robert Noble Mykan White & Dr. Caleb Stepan Wilson Family Larry Wild Dr. Tonya Wren
The Art Center Guild Colorado Creative Industries City of GJ Commission on Arts and Culture Home Loan & Investment McBride Family Foundation Peggy Foster Estate Timberline Bank WCCA Endowment Foundation William & Mai Robinson Charitable Trust
If you haven't already, become a supporter of The Art Center by joining us at the $100 level or higher! More information on all membership and supporter levels is available on our website at gjartcenter.org. ANNOUNCEMENTS | 7
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THE ART CENTER RECEIVES $300,000 FOR THE JAC KEPHART GALLERY "Art is a wonderful gift." – Jac Kephart The Art Center is honored to have received $300,000 from a generous donor to create a gallery named for our friend, JAC KEPHART. Jac was a talented, giving, and influential member of the community who mentored and inspired countless artists and art lovers locally and across the nation. In order to move forward with construction of this exciting new addition, The Art Center must raise matching funds to install a fire mitigation system and other related improvements. The board and staff of The Art Center request and give thanks for your financial support to this project.
The Jac Kephart Gallery and related improvements will: • Bring our facility up to current building codes • Protect our patrons, property, and permanent collection • Improve spaces and programming vital to students, artists, visitors, tourists, and our community • Enrich lives through greater accessibility to the arts
WE NEED YOUR HELP TO REACH OUR GOAL! visit gjartcenter.org/KephartProject or make checks payable to THE ART CENTER with Kephart Project in the memo line HONORARY COMMITTEE Kay & Lee Ambrose Ronya Anna & Dr. Andrew Jones Judy & Dr. Steve Axthelm Betty & Joel Bechtel Pamela & Roy Blythe Kelley & Nancy Burford Gaynell & Doug Colaric Lena & Carter Elliott Beve & Terry Farina Kay Ferris Jeremy R. Franklin Gayle & George Gerson Jamie & Justin Harris Sharmaine & Steve Hillard Niki Hunn & Bob Jarvis - Thomas Hunn Jewelers Jane Kuenzel & Dr. Joe Cruz
Kendra & Chuck McDaniel Karen & Mark Madsen Bill Milius Karen & Buzz Moore Dr. Michael Neste - Family Health West Lynne & Tim O'Connell Sally & Tony Prinster Gudrun Rice & Charlie Kerr Lynnette Richardson & David Mayer Allison & Tim Sarmo Sharon & Dick Scariano Patti & Chuck Shear Jamee & Doug Simons - Enstrom’s Shannon & Doug Simons, Jr. - Enstrom’s Judy Vanderleest & Andy Kelley Lenna & Steve Watson ANNOUNCEMENTS | 9
Continuum An Exhibition by Eric Elliott September 3-18
Painting and Drawing Professor Eric Elliott grew up in Alaska and moved to Grand Junction from Seattle, Washington. He holds a Master of Fine Arts, Painting and Drawing from the University of Washington, Seattle, and a Bachelor of Arts, Art Practice from the University of California, Berkeley.
repetition utilizing a variety of techniques and painting styles. He paints the same objects in multiple iterations, which is reminiscent of Claude Monet’s Haystacks or the Ukiyo-e prints of Katsushika Hokusai in his series, Thirty-six Views of Mount Fuji. Elliott searches to describe objects in new and creative ways. One of the key features of his work is his attention to the subtleties of light and shadow. His endless search has guided him in the exploration of impressionism, expressionism, and abstraction.
Elliott works primarily in oil, charcoal, and ink. He uses the objects that surround him as a point of departure. These structures become frameworks upon which he varies the paint, form, association, space, light, In this exhibition Elliott goes atmosphere, unification, and beyond what is seen as he captures dissolution. the essence of the objects he paints. The works are arranged Elliott focuses primarily on as a morphological display acting still life painting, and he pays as a continuum that begins with close attention to the lost and the real and becomes gradually found edges of the objects within abstracted until being drawn back his compositions. He works in into focus.
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co|show International Poster Show August 6-28 co|show is an international poster biennial held in the fall of every odd year, the first of which debuted in 2013 in Grand Junction, Colorado. Mesa Emerging Designers (MED) and the AIGA (the professional association for design) chapter at Colorado Mesa University organize and facilitate the event with the support of Colorado Mesa University (CMU), The Art Center of Western Colorado, and an array of awesome sponsors. The open call for professional submissions allows a wide variety of content, approach, and style to be assembled, creating a rich and culturally diverse exhibition. The goal of co|show is to educate through the visual communication of professional graphic designers worldwide. Though the shape of communication is continually changing, the power of the printed poster has remained a constant.
community has the chance to view poster designs from around the globe. This rare opportunity gives viewers a glimpse into the styles and topics discussed in contemporary society. In addition, every other year students from the CMU Graphic Design Department are able to work with world-class graphic designers through community-sponsored workshops. This year’s workshop will be conducted by Brad Vetter, who is also the juror for this event. His works can be viewed at the 437CO Art Gallery.
This dual event held at The Art Center and at CMU’s 437CO Art Gallery is one to mark on your calendar! The Western Slope
If you would like to donate to this exhibition, all proceeds go to The Art Center of Western Colorado’s ongoing mission to hold exhibitions like this.
Emran Abtahi, 2021, Iran 12 | EXHIBITIONS
The Floating World An Exhibition from The Art Center’s Permanent Collection of Woodblock Prints and Enameled Copper from the Robinson Collection and Margaret Kunz Estate July 2 – August 28 The Art Center of Western Colorado’s Permanent Collection Committee presents a display of Japanese prints from the Robinson Collection shown for the first time with the works of Margaret Kunz, a stunning display of enamel on copper works. Margaret Kunz was a local artist who made enameled copper works, from larger bowls to very small and intricately designed plates and jewelry. Her process of applying powdered glass to copper required several firings to achieve the beautiful designs on her works. Her work was trademarked as KuFu. The exhibition includes prints by Utagawa Toyokuni, Tsukioka Yoshitoshi, and 1940 reproductions Toshusai Sharaku. We invite you to take a walk with us through time exploring the floating world that was Japan in the 19th century.
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Western Color ado Watercolor Society September 3-21 If water media is your thing, then you won’t want to miss this exhibition. Featuring some of the best watercolor artists from across the Western Slope, the Western Colorado Watercolor Society (WCWS) has put together an exhibit that is sure to take your breath away. Watercolor is one of the most difficult mediums to work with. Its permanence, gesture, and vibrancy offer a unique visual appeal. The fluid quality of the pigment and various textures of paper trimmed with decaled edges speak to the human quality and originality of each individual work. Artists interpret their surroundings, considering their experiences and, sculpting through paint,
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leave pockets of negative space that represent the saturation of light and further demonstrate the difference in value and color that construct the world we share. JUROR DANI TUPPER Tupper is an award-winning artist with a passion for watercolor. She teaches classes and workshops in her studio in Delta, CO. She has traveled extensively and taken her students on painting holidays to many locations in the United States and overseas. She works with and teaches many different techniques and subjects. She will offer a workshop this time using oriental paper and hot wax, a technique called Watercolor Batik (see page 26).
Pastel Society of Colorado
Mike Ray
2021 Member Show: Staying Connected August 6-27
Staying Connected is the theme for the PSC 2021 Member Show. When we paint, we form a connection with our subject, whether it is a landscape, cityscape, group of favorite objects in a still life, model for a portrait, figure study, or colors, forms, and textures in an abstract. We then hope to share this connection with our viewers: family, friends, acquaintances, and people we've not yet met. AWARDS JUDGE: MIKE RAY Colorado artist Mike Ray will be the judge for the PSC 2021 Member Show. Ray is a Master Signature Member of the Pastel Society of Colorado and an Associate Member of the Pastel Society of America. According to Ray, "a painter's journey is never over." He says he can no longer
remember a beginning and sees no end to his journey. It is a journey of seeing and then painting how he feels about what he sees. Ray is a product of the West. Generations of ranchers, farmers, miners, and loggers have shaped his passion for the western outdoors. He paints because it takes him to those places he loves. His quest is to share his love of painting contemporary Western America one painting at a time. Ray is a local and national awardwinning artist with a degree in Fine Arts from Regis University. He is also a member of the PleinAir Artists of Colorado (PAAC) and the American Impressionist Society of America.
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AINT THE TOWN The Great Heist An Art Center Benefit
Saturday, September 25 1920s themed, Interactive Mystery Theatre & Fine Art Auctions (Costumes encouraged!) Tickets: $30 for one, $50 for two Doors open at 5pm
Tickets go on sale August 16! In partnership with 16 | EVENTS
Sponsored by
The Art Center’s biggest and most important fund raiser of the year will be your chance to support The Art Center’s mission of improving quality of life for people on the Western Slope by promoting the arts. Your support is even more important as we recover from the financial hardships of the pandemic. Join us for an unforgettable, dazzling event! • • • • •
Live auction and silent auctions with artwork from local, regional, and national artists, gift certificates from local businesses & restaurants, and much more. Photo booth Live musical performances on stage Appetizers provided by The Art Center Guild EVENTS | 17 Cash beer & wine bar with Great Gatsby-inspired cocktails
DIR E CTO R S ' C HO IC E Historic Trading Posts Art excursion to Historic Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi Trading Posts September 16 – September 20 Journey with Art Center Executive Director, Lee Borden, United Way of Mesa County Executive Director, Zebulon Miracle, and Dr. Peter Booth Trading posts on the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi reservations have historically served as a cultural connection between the Native People and the outside world. Besides being social and economic centers, they are central to the evolution of the Navajo, Zuni, and Hopi arts such as weaving and pottery. One of the best ways to discover the Native culture and art is by visiting trading posts. Members Only: Cost $1,250. $300 Single-Supplement. Includes transportation, lodging, admission, and a journey into the world of Native Art. For information, contact The Art Center of Western Colorado at 970-243-7337 ext. 2 or visit gjartcenter.org. View full itenerary at gjartcenter.org 18 | EVENTS
Mark your calendars!
Upcoming concerts at Two Rivers Winery: August 17: F.C. Westcott - Country Rock September 8: Stray Grass For tickets and more information, visit artcenterguild.org Sponsored by
ANNUAL POTTERY SALE September 3-30; ceramics studio and Art Center courtyard The Art Center’s annual pottery sale is a fundraiser for the Ceramics Department, directed toward the acquisition and maintenance of studio equipment and tools. Funds are also allocated for class and workshop scholarships. Not only is the sale a way to support the Ceramics Department, but it’s also an opportunity to find fantastic deals on ceramics hand-made by Art Center instructors and students.
A Celtic Halloween with Fifth Reel and Friends
Save the Date: Friday, October 29, 7pm Join Fifth Reel at The Art Center for an evening of music, songs, and stories highlighting the Celtic origins of Halloween. More information coming soon! EVENTS | 19
A unique experience every week Monday – Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm Tuition $110 member / $135 non-member per week, per child Need-based scholarships available Lunch will be serviced by Lunch Lizard Don’t forget to bring a snack and a water bottle! Summer Art Camp gives the community’s children the opportunity to explore art in all its forms and encourages those students to explore their own creativity. Summer Art Camp is taught by both professional and certified art teachers. A reception is held at the end of each, week and families and friends are invited into The Art Center to see the work that the campers have accomplished during the week.
July 12-16: Comic Cartoons & Characters • Create your own cartoon character • Alter ego illustrations • Traditional drawing and creating a story board • Baby Yoda • Harry Potter’s Patronus painting • Techniques in drawing and inking with markers • How to draw a superhero • Human proportion and color schemes • Watercolors and color pencil
July 19-23: Messy Week • Painting with your feet • Painting with water balloons • Artwork inspired by Abstract Expressionism • Frozen paint, homemade driveway paint • Soap foam printmaking • Resist art with watercolor • Open-ended sculpture
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July 26-30: Artist for a Day Students will learn about a famous artist’s life and how their life affected their art. Then they’ll create artwork in that artist’s style. • Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol • Bob Ross, Deborah Butterfield • Henri Matisse, Marc Chagall • Maurits Escher, Yayoi Kusama • Students will visit our galleries and virtually view others in our region and create artwork from that experience.
August 2-6: “A Little of Everything” • Clay • Abstract art projects • Drawing, painting, oil pastels • Self portraits • Design your own eco system • Zentangles • Make your own stuffed creature • Tempera painting • And more
COVID-19 Precautions on page 6
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HOME SCHOOL PROGRAM: CREATIVE ENERGY
Ages 5-13 Rachel Egelston Thursdays 1-2:30pm August 5 – October 7 $105 member / $155 non-member All materials provided; need-based scholarships available Tap into your creative energy and develop your artistic skills through a variety of mediums and techniques. Students can expect to learn about prominent artists and art movements throughout history. Each 90-minute segment focuses on practicing techniques based on important work of various art styles, which provides the groundwork for artistic growth and understanding. Students will learn art principles while expanding their imagination, expressing themselves artistically through every changing curriculum. Mediums covered are papier maché, clay, acrylic, watercolor with fiber, plaster, paper with fiber, "faux alcohol ink," and pastels.
SCHOOL'S OUT DAY CAMP
Ages 5-13 8:30am-4:30pm September 6, 7, 27, 28; October 14, 15 Tuition per day per child: $25 member / $30 non-member All materials provided Monday, Sept 6: The World of Art – discover techniques using oil pastel, chalk, pencils, canvas painting Tuesday, Sept 7: Architecture: Lego®s, design and build a diorama of your dream house Monday, Sept 27: STEAM projects, Hundertwasser’s dreamscape in marker, monoprinting with watercolor Tuesday, Sept 28: Lego® sculpture, learn about Nathan Sawaya brick artist, how to use your art materials the proper way, artist trading cards Monday, Oct 14: STEAM: Shrinky dinks, blood model in a bottle, how color affects temperature, engineering challenge Tuesday, Oct 15: Untraditional art techniques: shaving cream, found object printing, slinkies, toy cars, sticks, cornmeal, bubbles, plants, and more 22 | YOUTH
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM: ART MAKING
Rachel Egelston and guest artists Fridays, 2:15 -5:15pm Tuition per session: $60 member / $ 74 non-member Extend your student’s learning beyond the classroom with this afterschool program by joining us for some fun artmaking! Each month students learn about a different style of art. These ongoing sessions offer an evolving curriculum. Session 1: Aug 20 – Sept 10: Clay, marbleizing, watercolor, pastels Session 2: Sept 17 – Oct 8: Bandana Batik, STEAM projects
All youth classes address the Colorado Model Content Standard for visual arts. Content standards used in class will be provided upon request. Students and parents are assured of a unique classroom and project experience whether it be in fall, holiday, winter, spring, or summer sessions. Classes are taught by art teachers and teaching artists.
Teen Studio Art Workshop: Art of Cosplay Angelique Cameron-Howard July 26-30, 12:30-4:30pm Ages 13 and up Tuition: $67 member / $72 non-member per week, per student All materials provided Welcome to the Art of Cosplay workshop! In this workshop, you'll learn all about Cosplay - what it is, its history, how to get started, and more! Here's a quick overview of what we'll work on: what Cosplay is, how to pick a character, creating Cosplay from scratch, how to wear and take care of a wig, makeup tips and different things you can do with Cosplay. COVID-19 Precautions on page 6
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COLLECTION CORNER A new feature highlighting works from TAC's Permanent Collection
Exploring Yoshitoshi’s Ghosts The story of Watanabe no Tsuna and Ibaraki By: Audrey Zako, TAC Permanent Collection Intern The legend of Watanabe no Tsuna and Ibaraki was first told during Heian Period Japan (794-1185). After receiving orders to eliminate a terrorizing demon, Watanabe pursues Ibaraki at the Rashomon Gate, the site of their infamous battle. During this skirmish, Watanabe manages to cut off Ibaraki’s arm, forcing the demon to retreat. Upon his return home, the triumphant samurai wraps the arm in fabric and places it in a box for safekeeping. A few days pass before his aunt shows up and starts gushing about his recent deeds. Eventually, she asks to see Ibaraki’s arm, and Watanabe agrees. As soon as the limb is revealed, the woman who had been claiming to be his aunt reveals her true nature as the demon, Ibaraki. As quickly as the demon can, Ibaraki snatches the arm and takes off with it in hand. This print, created by Tsukioka Yoshitoshi and known as “Demon in the Form of an Old Woman Fleeing with a Severed Arm” (1889), is the exact moment when Ibaraki has taken off with her arm. This is a single piece in a series titled, “New Forms of Thirty-Six Ghosts” (1889-1892). Yoshitoshi is often considered to be the last great master of the ukiyo-e, also known as the traditional woodblock print. Throughout his career, he fought to keep this technique and art style alive. Yoshitoshi’s use of patterning and color links his artwork to the traditional yamato-e style. However, his stylized and calligraphic line work sets him apart from the yamato-e style, which is more restrained with its line making. Yoshitoshi’s artistic liberties have established him as an important source of reference as his prints have been a strong influence in the creation of anime and manga.
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WCWS Members' Workshop
Watercolor Batik workshop with Dani Tupper at her studio Delta, CO Friday, September 3, 9:00am-3:30pm Fee: $70 Space is limited so sign up early by calling Dani Tupper 970-874-3088 In this workshop, Dani will discuss the use of hot wax to preserve white and pastel tones of paper. Dani also will demonstrate using oriental papers. The cost of the workshop includes the oriental papers, the wax, and use of the waxing tools. Artists taking the workshop will need to bring their watercolor paints, palette, and brushes.
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COVID-19 VACCINATION REQUIRED FOR ALL ADULT CLASSES In order to safely increase class sizes to pre-pandemic numbers, The Art Center will be requiring proof of Covid-19 vaccinations in order to register for the 2021 Fall class session. The Art Center has suffered substantial financial losses for a year and a half due to social distancing guidelines which required significantly smaller class sizes. The Art Center cannot continue to incur these losses and still remain financially viable. At the same time, several of our instructors and students, as well as our entire Artability program student base, are at high risk for complications from COVID-19. In order to help protect the health of instructors and students, proof of full vaccination will be required for all adult classes. Some classes will also require the use of face masks, in addition to proof of vaccination (at the instructor’s discretion). Face masks will still be required throughout the rest of the building.
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Rhythms in Nature
A Ceramic Workshop Presented by Ceramic Artist Noel Bailey October 2-3, 9am-4pm Lecture and slideshow October 3, 4-5pm $230 per student Watch simple thrown forms emerge into fluid, organic, and elegant wares during this two-day demonstration workshop with Noel Bailey. We'll investigate the intimate details of mugs, explore asymmetry in serving platters and bowls, and dive into the intricacies of teapots. We'll use a framework of function to inform our discussions of design. Noel will demonstrate coil-and-pinch additions, carving and darting subtractions, and hand-built handles. Noel will persuade round forms into ovals, carve feet and lips, impress linear stamps into undulating curves, all while considering how influences, ideas, and identity are woven into a body of work.
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Oil Painting
Dan Logé Mondays 9am-12pm, August 9 - October 11, skipping September 6 $150 member / $190 non-member This class is open for everyone interested in learning how to create a beautiful oil painting from beginning to completion. This will be a fun, casual class full of information, and Dan will be there to answer any questions that you might have about making art. Dan teaches a method that is simple and easy to understand which will bring you positive results. All skill levels are welcome!
Open Studios for Mixed Media Gayle Gerson Beginner/Intermediate Wednesdays 9am-12pm, August 11 – October 6 $150 member / $190 non-member
Join Gayle Gerson in the Red Door Studio for three hours of moodling and puttering in mixed media projects. This class is designed for the experienced student and artist who would like to spend some time in an environment of camaraderie and inspiration. Please bring your own projects and supplies for mixed media and collage. Ideas and creativity will be shared with generosity and abandon by all. Gayle will provide coaching, some demos, and lively conversation on the latest trends in the world of mixed media art. Participants should be prepared to work, laugh, and provide feedback to their fellow artists.
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Ashtonn Means, Deep Within Series 30 | CERAMICS
Fundamentals in Wheelthrowing Beginner/Intermediate $230 member / $270 non-member All sessions of Fundamentals require a basic pottery toolkit and include Raku, a fun and quick firing technique.
Ashtonn Means Mondays 6:30-9:30pm, August 9 – October 11, skipping September 6 This course is designed for both beginning and intermediate students. The projects and demonstrations will be geared toward the skill level and interest of each student. Throughout this course students will learn techniques for wheel-throwing and glaze application, while forming a strong understanding of materials and firing practices associated with the medium. We will discuss in detail, during demonstrations and projects, the design principles for functional pottery, the fundamentals of form and form alteration, as well as aesthetic surface design techniques. Beginners will be encouraged to focus on bowls, cups, and mugs as a method for gaining comfortability with the materials. Intermediate students can continue to explore these basic forms or stretch their abilities with more complex forms and techniques. Instructor email: potterybyashtonn@gmail.com
Robbie Breaux Tuesdays 1-4pm, August 10 – October 5 Thursdays 6:30-9:30pm, August 12 – October 7 This course is for both beginner and intermediate students. Beginners focus on simple forms (mugs with handles and bowls), glazes, and glazing techniques. Intermediate students receive instruction on techniques they want to hone, such as lidded vessels, plates, or stacked forms. Throughout the session, students are introduced to different surface designs to enhance one’s work. Instruction will be tailored towards the students' interests! Instructor email: chuckrobbiebreaux@gmail.com
Gary Andrews Tuesdays 6:30-9:30pm, August 10 – October 5 Escape into the world of clay. Students learn the basics of handbuilding, then dive into the skills needed to throw fundamental forms which have been used through the ages. At times Gary will provide pre-thrown pots for students to practice glazing. Come relax and tap into your right brain. Instructor email: garyartc@gmail.com CERAMICS | 31
Fundamentals in Wheelthrowing Beginner/Intermediate $230 member / $270 non-member All sessions of Fundamentals require a basic pottery toolkit and include Raku, a fun and quick firing technique.
Terry Shepherd Thursdays 1-4pm, August 12 – October 7 Notebook required This course is for entry level beginners and intermediate students with some previous experience in throwing and hand-building. Students will focus on the fundamentals of technique in throwing forms and explore hand-building skills and surface design including decorative slip techniques and a wide variety of surface design approaches. Instruction in glaze application and material properties of glaze elements and firing process will be studied. Basic vessel forms for mugs, bowls, pitchers, oil bottles, and other forms will be studied in detail. Instruction is tuned to the individual to help students develop confidence in exploring the boundless and curious potential of clay and ceramic process in their pursuit of creative expression! Students will make work for a Raku firing scheduled for the 8th week of class. Students will engage in constructive critique and challenge themselves in order to improve their skill level. Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org
Intermediate Wheelthrowing Terry Shepherd Wednesdays 9:30am-12:30pm, August 11 – October 6 $230 member / $270 non-member Notebook required Take this course if you are confident when it comes to wedging and centering, can throw a 6-8" cylinder using 2-3lbs. of clay, and have experience with basic hand tools and slab rollers. Techniques such as altered throwing are introduced. Come with an open mind, ready to engage in constructive critique and explore and develop a more in-depth approach to ceramics. Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org 32 | CERAMICS
Advanced Wheelthrowing Terry Shepherd Wednesdays 6:30-9:30pm, August 11 – October 6 $230 member / $270 non-member Notebook required Take this course if you meet the requirements for intermediate ceramics, have confidence when it comes to throwing a 10-14" cylinder using 5-10lbs. of clay, and have a desire and willingness to acquire a deeper understanding of the material properties of different clays (such as cone 10 stoneware and porcelain) and glazes, as well as alternative firing processes. Students engage in constructive critique and challenge themselves in order to improve their skill level. Instructor email: tshepherd@gjartcenter.org
All Levels Hand-building Robbie Breaux Mondays 1-4pm, August 9 – October 11, skipping September 6 $230 member / $270 non-member Use slabs of clay to make beautiful artwork. We’ll focus on functional ware – mugs, casseroles, bowls, etc. Various handbuilding techniques, surface treatments, and glazing will also be discussed. Students with prior knowledge in clay will have freedom to work on personal projects. Instructor email: chuckrobbiebreaux@gmail.com
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Sculpting in Clay Ron Cloyd Fridays 9:30am-12:30pm, August 13 – October 8 $230 member / $270 non-member Whether you are a novice or seasoned clay artist, this course is one that will help you transform your visions into finished fired forms. With a focus toward whimsy and humor, Ron’s sculpture class will consist of demos and discussions about project inspiration (“where did you come up with that idea?”), use of tools, clay manipulation, firing, and finishing. You will be able to work through instructor-guided projects, or immediately begin sculpting from your own ideas. Some tools are available, but students are encouraged to bring their own as well. Instructor email: roncloyd@gmail.com Included in every ceramics tuition is one, 25-lb. bag of clay and 3000 cu. in. of glaze firing (firing fee after 3000 cu. in. is 2 cents/cu. in.)
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The Nitty Gritty Fall registration opens Tuesday, July 20
Students must register three days before the start of a class to secure a spot.
Registration: Registration can within 14 days of the start of the
class or workshop. If you register for a class or workshop within the 14-day period, you will receive no refund or class credit for cancellation. Sorry, no refunds or class credits for no-shows. This registration policy helps instructors plan and prepare for Payment: Payment can be upcoming classes, ensuring you made by American Express, Visa, receive ample notice if a class has Mastercard, Discover, check, insufficient registration. or cash. Class space will not be reserved without full payment. Art Supplies: Supply lists Please be aware that classes require for each class are available on a minimum number of students our website. Unless otherwise and are subject to cancellation. specified, the student is responsible The best way to ensure that the for purchasing art supplies. Some class you are interested in does supplies are available at The Art not get canceled is to register Center Gift Gallery. early, and don’t forget to urge a Tuition for ceramics classes friend to sign up! includes one, 25-lb. bag of clay Cancellation Policy: To cancel and 3000 cu. in. of glaze firing a class or workshop registration, (firing fee after 3000 cu. in. is 2 notify The Art Center at least cents/cu. in.) Ceramics students 14 days before the start of the will need a pottery tool kit, not class or workshop. If given the covered by tuition and available required 14-day notice, The Art from The Art Center Gift Gallery Center will issue class credit in for $20.99 plus tax. full or will refund your payment minus the registration fee ($15 Need-based scholarships are for adults and $5 for children). available. Visit our website’s No refunds or class credit will scholarships page for more be issued for cancellations made information! be completed online at gjartcenter. org, over the phone, or in person at The Art Center. For phone registration, call 970-243-7337, x. 2. To register in person, stop by during gallery hours, TuesdaySaturday 9am-4pm.
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