THE ARTS CENTER What’s Inside: A Word From Our Director
THE ARTS CENTER NEWSLETTER Issue 132: March – April 2017 Courtesy of:
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New Website Upcoming Classes Exhibits Upcoming Events Mentoring New Teaching Artists For the Love of Guitar Concert Special Thanks
From the director’s desk:
Cyndi Wish Executive Director
Happy March and April! I usually try to use this section to look forward to upcoming events or programs, but today I am reflecting on the past two months and I am humbled? overwhelmed? bewildered? with gratitude. So much of this community is always supportive of The Arts Center, but for some reason it has seemed much more visible in the past two months. I am grateful for the hard work the staff here does, and how they have kept everything progressing beautifully while I have been on maternity leave. I am grateful for the guys who voluntarily chipped all of that thick ice off of The Arts Center’s sidewalks and, when thanked, said it was “their pleasure.” I am grateful for all of the donors who made our Giving Hearts Day a success, the ten dollar donors and the five thousand dollar donors and everyone in between. I am grateful to the Stutsman Harley Davidson for hosting our gala and helping haul all the tables and chairs up from the Quality Inn, set them up for our event, then helped haul them all back afterward. I am grateful to the gala committee for their charismatic dedication to our biggest annual fundraiser. I’m grateful for all the support, large and small, that this organization receives. So grateful I want to shout about it. I started trying to thank everyone when I had the microphone at the gala, but Casey came and took it out of my hand before I started to sound like a blithering idiot, and I’m grateful for that too. Thank you!
Pysanky Egg decorating with Bonnie Tressler Tuesdays: through March 21 from 5:15 pm – 7:15 pm Pysanky is part of an ancient Ukrainian tradition of decorating whole eggshells with elaborate geometric patterns and pictures. Folk cultures around the world consider the Pysanky a symbol of springtime and rebirth enjoyed by people of all skill levels. Bonnie Tressler has spent years perfecting this craft and greatly enjoys the opportunity to share this beautiful tradition. Come for one, two, or all sessions. $3 per session. All materials will be provided.
The Arts Center’s Website Has an Upgrade! Check out our new look and let us know what you think. We hope you find the new site easier to navigate and more efficient with less digging, online registration and ticketing options. Thank you to Jamestown Tourism for helping to make this upgrade possible.
We are looking for an item that has gone missing from our ceramic studio. If you have seen or know the whereabouts of a small black and white box with the name Regina on it, please contact The Arts Center at 701-251-2496.
exhibitions revolving gallery exhibitions every four to six weeks
ART50! Runs through March 25, 2017 For those of you who haven’t visited the exhibit—there is still time. Where can you go to see 50 of North Dakota’s finest artists all in one place at one time? The Arts Center, of course! There are fun artworks for the entire family and even a “treasure hunt” developed by our Arts After School kids. The Hunt is a great way anyone to have fun and deepen their viewing experience. Just ask for a copy of the hunt at the front desk. There is also an exhibition catalog with bios and statements from each artist. These are available for purchase ($10) or you can download a copy here: http://www.nd.gov/arts/sites/default/files/PDFs/art50catalogweb.pdf
Below: Sarah Snavely (Bowman, ND) Bring Your Own Sunshine, stoneware, 20” x 11” x 16”
ten years of notstock April 1 – May 6, 2017
From the cover: Zeb Love, screen print screen print 24” x 18”, 2014 NOTSTOCK is an annual live, hands-in, hands-on arts event held at Minot State University every fall since 2007. NOTSTOCK is a portmanteau derived from the words Woodstock, Flatstock, and Minot’s mantra, “Why not, Minot?” This signature arts event has fostered education, opportunity, engagement, and exposure to the arts. NOTSTOCK has showcased poster art, ceramics, poetry, writing, film, theatre, foreign language, broadcasting, dance, and music. This exhibit features poster art made by the NOTSTOCK printmaking artists. Guests have ranged from newcomers to those who are nationally recognized and honored for their work. Artists have come to Minot State University to work, collaborate, and share their knowledge, talents, and experiences with MSU students, K – 12 and postsecondary students and teachers, community members, and other guests who attend and participate. The event has evolved from a one-day event with one artist in 2007 to a multi day event with multiple artists and art forms. Handmade poster art has a long tradition, particularly in advertising for music industry concerts. “Historic” posters, like those from the 60s, are highly collectible and have attracted new audiences to this medium. The NOTSTOCK artists captured the nostalgic flavor and style of these earlier poster designs and visitors to this exhibit will enjoy how these artists’ creative designs address a variety of subjects. Both of these exhibits are supported in part by a grant to the North Dakota Art Gallery Association from the North Dakota Council on the Arts, which receives funding from the state legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
upcoming classes providing opportunities for artistic development and exploration Creative opportunities for adults & teens More details and registration online at: www.jamestownarts.com/classes
Resident Artist Workshop –Intro to Notan with Linda Roesch
Wednesday, March 29 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Hansen Arts Studio
Create a stunning black and white collage out of a simple square, and learn about design concepts like Space and Balance. “Notan” is the Japanese word for the interaction between dark and light. In this class, students will create a simple yet intriguing black and white image while learning about how positive and negative space interact to create interesting designs. All tools and materials included. $25 member / $35 non-member.
Needle Felting Workshop with Myra Olson
Saturday, April 1 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm • Hansen Arts Studio
Needle felting with wool is an amazing thing; so easy to create with, a gorgeous array of colors, and a million projects you can make with wool roving. Create your own felted egg sculpture with Myra from Prairie Comforts, in this introductory class. All supplies will be provided. Once you’ve learned the basics, the possibilities are endless. This is a fun, easy way to begin learning to needle felt. $20 member / $30 non-member (Includes $12 supply fee).
Knitting Introduction with Myra Olson
Mondays: April 3, 10, 17, 24 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm • Hansen Arts Studio
Students will learn the knit and purl stitch, and how to cast on and cast off, while completing an Infinity Scarf using bulky weight wool and alpaca blend yarn. Supply materials will include yarn, knitting needles and notions to finish the project. $55 members / $65 non-members (includes $25 supply fee).
Painting with Scissors with Linda Roesch
Wednesday, April 5 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm • Hansen Arts Studio
Enjoy the simple art of cut paper collages in the style of Henri Matisse. See how cut shapes combined with colorful paper can create a variety of interesting designs. Students will also become familiar with basic design elements like color, shape and line, and learn how they can use the principals of design to enhance their everyday lives. Open to artists of all skill levels. All tools and materials provided. $25 member / $35 non-member.
Calligraphy Workshop- Art Nouveau Lettering with Anne Kaese
Saturday, April 8 from 9:00 am – 3:30 pm • Hansen Arts Studio
Calligraphy is the age-old art of beautiful writing. This basic class will focus on the comprehensive study of the lettering style we most closely associate with the 1920’s, Frank Lloyd Wright and soft elegant curves and lines. Art Nouveau lettering is structured, easy to learn and elegant. Lessons will comprise of a theory section, forms, practice, review, and a project. Bring a sack lunch. $95 member/$105 non-member (Includes $25 supply fee).
ART CLASSES FOR KIDS From under the sea to out of this world with Jennifer Wentz
2nd Saturday of each month from 10:30 am –12:00 pm • Arts Center Classroom
Dive into the ocean and design your own sea creature, then rocket into outer space and create a planet all your own. Explore visual arts fundamentals and experiment with real techniques in multiple art forms including chalk pastels, acrylic, watercolor, and more. Snack will be provided. Dress for a mess. Designed for grades K – 4. $15 / $10 for members.
a look inside Welcome Our NEW ARTIST IN RESIDENCE BIOGRAPHY
Linda Roesch is a watercolor and acrylic artist living and working in Roscoe, South Dakota. She enjoys traveling, and experiences from her travels are often referenced in her work. She also enjoys working with rescue animals, and her bright and colorful animal paintings are a favorite at art festivals throughout the Midwest where Linda sells her artwork professionally. Teaching Philosophy: Whether we consider ourselves ‘artists’ or ‘can’t draw a stick figure,’ we all use art every day to help us interpret our world. Understanding how the elements of design interact to create aesthetically appealing compositions can increase the amount of pleasure we feel doing even the most mundane of activities. By learning to incorporate the basic principals of design in all areas of our lives, we perform at higher levels in all that we do.
an artful happy hour
meet people. mix drinks. make art.
Create your own masterpiece... or close anyway. Join us after work for a creatively good time. 5:30 – 7:00 pm in the Hansen Arts Studio. All materials provided. $10. RSVP required: info@jamestownarts.com Wednesdays: March 15 – Sharpie Mugs April 5 – Acrylic Painting
mentoring artists JAMESTOWN ARTS CENTER PILOTS NEW TEACHING ARTIST PROGRAM FOR THE STATE North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA) and The Arts Center have combined resources to provide training and support to new and prospective teaching artists working in ND schools through the Teaching Artist Mentorship Program. The mission of the NDCA’s, Arts in Education program is designed to enrich and support arts education throughout North Dakota. This mission is supported by the belief that professional artists can enhance the educational process and provide inroads to learning that are engaging, creative, and meaningful. Teaching artists represent all disciplines including craft, dance, literary arts, media arts, music, storytelling, theatre, visual arts, folk/traditional arts, and multicultural arts. To provide teaching artists with the skills needed to successfully translate their work within the academic setting, NDCA and The Arts Center are spearheading a Teaching Artist Mentorship Program that matches prospective teaching artists with experienced, and successful teaching artists. Together, the new teaching artist and experienced mentor collaborate to develop effective and engaging lessons that will meet the needs of students and teachers. In addition, this team approach will allow the mentor to provide support and feedback for improvement throughout the project. The Arts Center’s facility and unique and ongoing partnership with Jamestown Schools make it a perfect choice for launching the Teaching Artist Mentorship Program. Selected to kick-off this program is Jamestown artist Bonnie Tressler and new teaching artists Nicole Gagner and Linda Roesch. Bonnie has been affiliated with The Arts Center since 1993 as a volunteer, employee, and as a teaching artist. She is currently concentrating on her own studio work but has agreed to mentor new artists to maintain the strength of the artist in residence program.
Bonnie Tressler working through lesson plans with Linda Roesch
Nicole Gagner standing in front of her mural in downtown Bismarck’s Art Alley. Nicole Gagner is a ND native having recently returned to ND. Nicole studied at Augusta State University in Georgia where she obtained her fine arts degree. Nicole is primarily a painter and recently made a significant mural contribution to Bismarck’s Art Alley. Bonnie and Nicole met to plan Nicole’s first residency at Roosevelt Elementary school where she worked with students in grades K – 5. Classes based on Nicole’s passion for drawing and painting as well as the state education standards were the focus of the planning sessions. Nicole’s residency ended in February. Bonnie then accepted the mentorship of Linda Roesch (who is our current Artist in Residence). We are happy to bring Linda to our community to share her passion for art. She has begun working with students at Gussner elementary and will continue on to St. John’s academy later in the year. Linda is also going to be offering art classes for adults, home school families, elderly, and rural schools at the Arts Center. Stop by our next Artful Happy Hour and meet Linda. The program is proving very successful. Both artists have worked well in the classroom thanks to their mentorship. Thank you to the North Dakota Council on the Arts for helping The Arts Center nurture new teaching artists for North Dakota.
This program was made possible by the North Dakota Council on the Arts which receives funding from the legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
upcoming events creative opportunities to break up your routine
Buffalo City Photo Club The local band of photo enthusiasts will be meeting the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Hansen Arts Studio. Topics are focused primarily for DSLR camera users. Free and open to anyone. March 21 - People and Portraits April 18 - Scavenger Hunt
Reader’s Theater March 28 & April 25 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm Do you enjoy the drama of theater, but don’t like the spotlight? Then Reader’s Theater is for you! Join this lively bunch for the dramatic reading of original scripts the fourth Tuesday of every month in the Hansen Arts Studio. For more information, contact: Dina Laskowski at dlaskows@jc.edu or 701-269-9111
Open Mic Night March 30 & April 13th from 7:00 – 9:00 pm Poets, writers, musicians, comedians, solos, duos, and any and all performers are welcome to share your talent with the community at our monthly open mic night. There will be a sign up sheet at the door. Please limit your piece to 10 minutes. A P.A. system, bass amp, guitar amp and music stands will be provided and facilitated by local musician Steve Kuykendall.
Yoga Classes Monday, Wednesday, & Friday from 9:30 – 10:30 am Join us for a unique yoga experience in The Arts Center’s gallery. Come early to take in the exhibit before you begin your yoga routine. All skill levels welcome. For more information contact: Rebecca Abuayed at 612-599-8011.
Wood carving with the local Woodchippers Our local Woodchippers meet each Thursday of the month (except for Holiday weeks) from 6:30 – 8:30 pm at the Hansen Arts Studio. Any skill and interest level welcome. Free.
A full schedule of upcoming events can be found at: www.jamestownarts.com
FOR LOVE OF GUITAR‌ Thursday, April 27, 2017 7:00 pm at The Arts Center A musical journey with Jamestown’s Steve Kuykendall. Steve will entertain the audience with fingerstyle renderings of classic favorites, original compositions, blues, and vocal compositions from a variety of genres. In this intimate and captivating 90 minutes guitar journey, prepare to be carried away with the beauty of simplicity and exciting technical intensity created as Steve blends well loved melodies and the excitement of the unexpected. Tickets available at the door or online. $15 / $10 for Arts Center Members & Students
special specialthanks thanks business members: Germans From Russia Heritage Society, The Medicine Shoppe, Eddy Funeral Home, Gate City Bank, and Quality Inn & Suites
in memorial: Jean Morris in Memory of Shirlee Van Erem GHD Donors: Jean Morris, Janis Bensch, Vickie Reuer, Todd & Rhonda Michel, Katie Ryan-Anderson, James Hanson, Karla Sandness, Harvey and Kathy Huber, Jasmine Lee, Joel Blaha, Janna Bergstedt, Brandi Van Gilder, Jennifer Kross, Joan Morris Jill Shaffer, Jenny Lettenmaier, Jodi Bunde, Elsie Weber, Searle Swedlund, Mindi Schmitz, Kate Barr, Marlene Axtman, Suzi Grote, Tom & Joan Enderle, Colleen Grenz, Harold & Marie Bensch, Raymond Thielman, Beth Dewald, Robert & Susan Carlson, Marney Shirley, Tanea Clocksene, Maris Thompson, Phyllis Ibes, Frank and Stephanie Jensen, Judith Martini, Marlys Fix, Rachelle Jystad, Alissa & Bjorn Hanson, Andrew Workman, Lynette Kriedeman, Sally Jeppson, Lisa Jackson, Kerrie Soulis, Laurel Haroldson, Dina Laskowski, Karen Crane, Max Kringen, Mary Craft, Judy Kulla, Meghan Braun, David Hillerud, Timothy Ottmar, Felicia Sargeant, Emma Mickelson, Casey Stoudt, Steven Maier, Christi Jarland, Penny Gengler, Pamela Burkhardt, Anna Meidinger, Cecelia Collins, Barbara Lang, Max Post van der Berg, Kendra Krueger, Gerald Bergquist, Sherry Schutt, Kari Newman & Leo Ness, Mark & Katherine Hardy, Meridee Erickson-Stowman, Lucy Bardell, Marsha Ost, Kelly Krein, and Phyllis Clemens
special thanks to: Pete McElroy, Mark Reeves and the Buffalo City Church, (for heroic ice chipping!), Jodi Bunde, Elsie Weber, Maris Thompson, Bill Nybo, Dina Laskowski, Linda Schwartz, Nadine Kainz, Taylor Barnes, Judy Martini, Aloha Kercher, Michael Weron, Letitia Thomas, and Sharon Vixo for volunteering in the office and taking tickets at events; Gala Committee: Shelli & Jay Grotrian, Meghan & Jason Braun, John & Shawn Fugleberg, Tyri Bosche, Jenn Amundson, Stacy Anderson, Maris Thompson, John Siefert and Stutsman Harley Davidson, Jamestown Tourism, Bev & Troy Orr, and Casey Stoudt; Larry & Shelia Moser, Juanita Veil, Mary VanEeckhout, Jane Eberhardt and Joseph Kraehenbuehl for the art supplies.
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The Arts Center activities are supported in part by a grant from the North Dakota Council on the Arts, which receives funding from the state legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts.
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