Cultural Arts

Upcoming Art Exhibitions

Jacob Janes

At the O’Fallon City Hall Gallery

September – December

Janes’ artwork celebrates the strengths and possibilities of painting. He enjoys the process of inventing subjects for his compositions, which generally come across as straightforward and poetic. Although Janes’ works look and feel contemporary, they are primarily rooted in modernism and Roman painting.

Courtney Flamm

At the Krekel Civic Center Gallery

September – December

“As an artist, I find endless inspiration in exploring the intricacies of the human experience through portraiture. My ultimate goal as an artist is to pay homage to the rich history of iconic works of art, while also appreciating the experiences that make us human. Through these works, I hope to invite viewers to consider the many layers of human experience and reflect upon the ways in which we are all separate and connected as people.”

Tom Thornberry

At the Renaud Center Gallery

September – December

“I am drawn to the interplay between light and dark, both symbolically and representationally. My work explores the tension between these opposing forces, the push and pull of shadow and illumination, and the ways in which they shape our understanding of the world. Ultimately, my work is an exploration of duality, the constant interplay between opposing forces that shape our experience of the world. I am inspired by the complexity and beauty of this tension, and I strive to capture its essence in my art.”

Currently on Display

Kristen Tordella-Williams

At the O’Fallon City Hall Gallery

May – August

Dolores Jensen

At the Krekel Civic Center Gallery

May – August

Beth Mayfield-House

At the Renaud Center Gallery

May – August

“Smock Optional” Art Classes

Advanced Study for 16 and up. These classes are specifically designed to help improve your portfolio for college placement or to get you over the edge and into galleries.

Still Life Drawing • Ages 16+

This class will begin with classical techniques of placement and observations. You will be taught the proper use of sight guides, negative space, perspective and measurements. Each class will focus on new techniques and new still life.

151507-B Tu 6:30-8:30P Aug 1 LLSC 107 $135/$150

Painting • Ages 16+

This course will focus on the individual and what they need to work on. Our instructor is there to be a guide and administer new techniques and inspiration to your work. This is an independent class that will receive instructor and group critiques.

151509-B W 6:30-8:30P Aug 2 LLSC 107 $135/$150

Portrait Drawing • Ages 16+

Ever want to draw the head? This course will focus on the allusive portrait. All models will be clothed and drawn from the neck up. Open to all medium but concentrating on charcoal.

Upcoming Productions!

Opportunities in the Arts

The City of O’Fallon is seeking talented artists in a variety of mediums to assist our cultural arts programs and artistic workshops. Share your passion for art with the O’Fallon community by applying for the following open positions:

• Instructors for cultural arts classes, workshops and camps!

• Artists for an exhibition pool (all media accepted).

Please contact Cultural Arts Coordinator Marty Linson at culturalarts_opportunities@ofallon.mo.us with the subject line Education or Exhibition, or call 636-379-2578.

Casting Calls

• Emma - Workshops - June 7, 14, & 21

• Emma - Auditions - June 24

Radium Girls

151508-B Th 6:30-8:30P Aug 3 LLSC 107 $135/$150 ofallon.mo.us/cultural-arts

Weekends, July 21 - 23 & 28 - 30 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; 2 p.m. matinees on Sunday

O’Fallon Municipal Centre (City Hall), East Entrance

Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls traces the efforts of Grace Fryer, a dial painter, as she fights for her day in court. Grace finds herself battling not just with the U. S. Radium Corporation, but with her own family and friends who fear that her campaign for justice will backfire. Set mostly in 1920’s New Jersey, D.W. Gregory’s Radium Girls fiercely examines the commercialization of science, the pursuit of both health and wealth, the power of the underdog, and the fierce injustice laborers in America have faced.

O’FallonTheatreWorks tickets can be purchased online at www.ofallon.mo.us, in person at the Renaud Center or at the box office a half hour before each show.