february 2016
The Holland Area Arts Council is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, engaging and challenging the community through the arts. Register early at hollandarts.org or 616-396-3278. Classes fill up quickly!
calendar February 5 Brown Bag Lunch Concert, 12 pm February 13 Ballroom Dancing Workshop, 1 pm February 14 Ceramics Clay Date, 3 pm February 15 Easy Artisan No-Knead Bread Workshop, 5:30 pm February 18 Bluegrass Jams, 6 pm February 20 Lampwork Glass Jewelry Workshop, 10 am Pinstriping Workshop with Kit Kat, 12 pm March 4 Brown Bag Lunch Concert, 12 pm March 5 Holland Chorale’s I Hear America Singing at First Reformed Church, 7:30 pm March 6 Holland Symphony Youth Orchestra at Zeeland CitySide Middle School, 3 pm March 10 Debut: High School Visual Art Competition Opening Reception, 6 pm West Ottawa Schools Opening Reception, 5 pm March 13 Holland Symphony Family Concert with Dance at Zeeland East High School’s DeWitt Auditorium, 3:30 pm March 17 Bluegrass Jams, 6 pm April 1 Brown Bag Lunch Concert at the Jack Miller Center, 12 pm
Cover art: detail of Balloon Town by John Leben from “Urban Punk,” $995
benefits + discount on jury fees & submission opportunity for Members’ Biennial Exhibition, space on “Artist Directory,” invitation to BIannual Artist-Only Cocktail Party
When you join the Holland Area Arts Council and/or give the gift of membership you will enjoy the benefits of membership for a full year, including discounts on classes and specially curated perks.
And (unless otherwise specified) your membership is 100% tax deductible!
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benefits + facility rental opportunities, Creative Connection Admission Guest Passes (4), Invitation to Annual MI Arts “Pre-Party,” recognition on donor web page
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artist member benefits for 2 adults and children under 18 + free admission to over 800 museums (through MRA)
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This winter, we invite you to join the Arts Council as a member and count yourself one of our team.
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In addition to the benefits you receive, a membership makes YOU an integral part of the Arts Council. Memberships allow us to provide engaging arts programming in all genres of visual and performing arts. We offer programs for all ages and abilities –including gallery exhibits, arts education, free concerts, youth arts camps, public art projects, enrichment classes, arts grants and important arts and culture outreach!
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This fall we updated our membership offerings to give you and the community more! Memberships are the lifeblood of most non-profit organizations and the Holland Area Arts Council is no exception. We invite you to join us as a member and become a part of our dedicated arts community and the strength of our organization.
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10 % discount on gallery purchases, discount on classes & camps, discount on Creative Connections admission, discount on special events & field trips, invitation to exclusive member-only events
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Membership Levels Benefits
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master member benefits + gift membership at the family level $401 tax deductible
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current exhibitions
detail of Smiles by Craolyn Stich, $700
the art of living with joy january 14 - february 27 padnos gallery Holland artists Carolyn Stich and Alla Dickson invite you to shake the winter blues by joining them at their exhibit, “The Art of Living with Joy,” presented by the Holland Area Art’s Council. Vibrant colors and jovial subjects are evidence that Alla and Carolyn use art to express their happiness throughout the year. During the winter months, Carolyn Stich Studio and Alla Dickson Studio preserve the warmth and welcome of summer by creating art that reflects what they love. With these common goals in mind, they join together to share their joy with West Michigan. Using her extensive background in education and psychology, Alla brings her happiness to life with bold brush strokes and oil paints on canvas. Vibrant flowers and beautiful landscapes capturing glimpses of Alla’s joy will be on display in the gallery. Carolyn’s whimsical paintings, done in black ink and gouache, depict the everyday scenes from which she finds happiness. She will exhibit paintings of puppies and trains and everything in between in her usual lighthearted style.
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detail of Blimp Train by John Leben, $995
urban punk: digital paintings by john leben january 14 - february 27 armstrong gallery In his Urban Punk series, John Leben uses surrealistic imagery, fantasy and humor to show a world of inept leadership and absurd solutions to environmental problems. Each digital painting tells the story of the constant effort to make things better and the naïve certainty that technology will solve the problems. The series’ environmental theme touches on over-population, renewable resources and mankind’s destruction of species and their natural habitats. The exhibit focuses on serious topics but uses humor to present optimistic – however far-fetched – solutions to complex environmental problems.
holland public schools 7th grade exhibit january 14 - february 27 lievense gallery Come see what Holland Public Schools’ 7th Grade art classes have been creating! West, East, Jefferson and Holland Heights K-7 Schools will be exhibit their work in the Zobkiw Student Gallery. Instructors Paul Van Heest, Merri Martens, Mary Camfermann and Kathy Kingsley (respectively) curate, arrange and hang a variety of media created by their students including watercolors, prints and drawings.
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upcoming exhibitions
debut: juried high school art competition march 10 - april 30 padnos & armstrong galleries with juror Tori Pelz of Hope College west ottawa public school exhibit march 10 - april 16 zobkiw student gallery
coming soon! holland friends of art spring show april 21 - june 11 lievense gallery art in bloom: tulip time poster competition may 7-14 dance studio tulip time: quilt show 2016 may 7-14 padnos and armstrong galleries
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education
Detail of Melons by Douglas David
featured workshops Pinstriping: Techniques for Your Hot Rod, Bike, Wagon or Anything Else with Kit Kat Instructor: Kathleen Harrigan Learn the retro cool Kustom Kulture art of pinstriping by the infamous Kit Kat Von Bitch. You’ll walk away from this unique workshop with a special Von Hot Rod paint brush, a completed metal panel and the knowledge of a whole new way of painting. Ages 16 & up • One Afternoon • Saturday • February 20 • 12:00 – 3:00 pm • $70 ($65) Soldering Copper Sculpture with Daryl Bruischat Learn how Daryl cuts, shapes and solders copper tubing and recycled parts into beautiful sculpture. Each participant creates two small sculptures during this workshop: one with bent wire soldered onto a base and the other pounding, cutting and forming copper pieces to be soldered together. Students get the chance to solder using tanked gas. A great introductory class for metal sculpting. Safety glasses required. One Day • Saturday • February 27 • 11:00 am - 3:00 pm • $75 ($70) Douglas David Landscape Oil Painting Workshop: Floral Still Lifes Instructor: Douglas David Looking ahead to spring… Mark your calendars for this workshop! Ages 18 & up • Three Days • Friday through Sunday • April 29 – May 1 • 10:00 am – 4:00 pm • $350
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kids programming
Spring Break Camp: Star Wars May the creative force be with you. In this space-themed camp, kids will design and create large movie set dioramas out of cardboard boxes, and then fill them with their favorite characters, androids or spaceships that they make from scratch. We’ll encourage new ideas for alien beings and unusual droids! As part of the journey, we’ll also be in the kitchen cooking up some spaced-out treats and take a walking field trip to parts unknown. Ages 8-12 • Three Days • Tuesday - Friday • April 5-8 • 1:00 – 4:00 pm • $120 for the first child • $80 for siblings
summer camps Earth, Wind and Fire! Ages 3-4 Get creative with the elements! We’ll dig for dinosaur bones and treasure in the mud, make things that move in the air, and dance like flames. Sensory tables filled with sand and water will bring the elements to their little fingers, and a special guest artist and daily story time will spark their imaginations. Parents may stay and play or drop their little ones off. All supplies and a small snack will be provided. June 21-24 • 10 am -12 pm • $90($75) for the first child • $65 for siblings 8th St. Fine Arts Camp – Gee’s Bend Ages 8-12 Gee’s Bend quilts are simple, rough and whimsical bed coverings that were made by African American sharecroppers in the early 1900’s living in Gee’s Bend, Alabama. They transformed cast off fibers and work clothes into super modern designs. With inspiration from these quilts, we’ll plunge into the design and construction of our own quilts. Kids will sketch, plan, design and use the sewing machines to make their own kid-sized Gee’s Bend style quilts. June 27-30 • 1-4 pm • $100($85) for the first child • $75 for siblings
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Clay Camp Ages 5-7 Mud pies? Nope. In this camp, kids will learn about hand building and wheel work in our ceramics and clay studio. Your artist will take home completed pottery and clay sculpture that you will treasure for years. July 6-8 • 1-3 pm • $115($100) for the first child • $90 for siblings Eat With Your Eyes Cooking Camp Ages 8-12 An introduction to cooking breakfast, lunch and dinner and making an artful presentation. Tie on an apron, roll up your sleeves and start stirring! Kids will learn to cook from scratch and will leave with skills to try at home. July 12-14 • 1-4 pm • $100($85) for the first child • $75 for siblings Score, Tap, Fuse and Fire Art Glass Ages 12-16 Design and create beautiful glass pieces. Kids will learn how to score, tap and carefully arrange art glass pieces. We’ll fuse their creations in our kiln, and they take home the beauty that comes out. Kids will also use glass rods and torches to create one-of-a-kind glass lamp work beads and assemble their creations into jewelry. July 19-22 • 1-3:30 pm • $100($85) for the first child • $75 for siblings Animals of the Rain Forest Ages 3-4 Discover the beautiful beasts of the tropical rain forest! We’ll create parrot masks, make piranha fish prints, play like monkeys and explore the foods that come out of the jungle. Daily story times and a special surprise guest will bring the jungle to life. Parents may stay and play or drop off their little ones. July 26-29 • 10 am -12 pm • $90($75) for the first child • $65 for siblings Clay Camp Ages 8-12 Get your hands dirty! In this camp, kids will learn about hand building and wheel work in our ceramics and clay studio. Your artist will take home completed pottery and clay sculpture that you will treasure for years. August 3-5 • 1-3 pm • $115($100) for the first child • $90 for siblings Flutterby Camp With Windmill Island Ages 5-7 “I flit, I float, I fleetly flee, I fly!” Kids will create full-body butterfly costumes and float over to visit Windmill Island’s new butterfly garden. We’ll also create 3-dimensional butterfly sculptures to add to our own butterfly installation in collaboration with staff and local artists. August 16-19 • 1-4 pm • $100($85) for the first child • $75 for siblings
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photo of Lampwork Glass Jewelry Workshop by Mike Lozon
drawing Life Drawing Instructor: Kate Pritchard If you can draw the human figure, you can draw anything. Learn the basics of portraiture and figure drawing at the Arts Council. Ages 18 & up • 6 weeks • Tuesdays • March 15 – April 26 (no class April 5) • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • $95 ($85)
painting Abstract Painting Workshop Instructor: Lisa Schulist Explore your intuitive side with pallet knife painting, fine-tipped brushes and abstract styles. Ages 16 & up • One Day • Saturday • TBD
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jewelry Lampwork Glass Jewelry Workshop Instructor: Gini Cooper Fire up the torches and experiment with glass bead making. One Day • Saturday • February 20 • 10:00 am – 4:00 pm • $75 ($65)
photography Let’s Get Digital Instructor: Jeff Raterink Photographer Jeff Raterink helps you understand your DSLR camera so you can take beautiful photos. Please bring a tripod. Ages 18 & up • 6 weeks • Tuesdays • February 23 – March 29 • 6:30 - 8:30 pm • $85 ($75)
sculpture Clay Date: Ceramic Workshop for Two Instructor: Kate Lewis Whether it’s a date or a friend, spend the evening getting your hands dirty with hand building and wheel throwing. Session 1• One Afternoon • Sunday • February 14 • Valentine’s Day! • 3:00 to 5:00 pm • $65 per couple Session 2 • One Evening • Friday • March 4 • 6:00 – 8:00 pm • $65 per couple Bookbinding Instructor: Katie Bosch Learn the practical art of bookbinding! Over the course of three classes we will explore pamphlet making, Japanese Stab binding and Coptic stich binding for a variety of finishes. Ages 16 & up • 3 weeks • Thursdays • February 25 – March 10 • 5:30 – 7:30 pm • $80 ($75) Easy Artisan No-Knead Bread Workshop Instructor: Ken Freestone Sampling is mandatory as you learn how quickly and easily you can make delicious, homemade bread. Ages 16 & up • One Evening • Monday • February 15 • 5:30 – 8:00 pm • $65 ($55)
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Folk Ensemble in Armstrong Gallery, photo by Kallie Walker Photography
music & movement Ballroom Dancing Workshop Instructor: Andre Mathews Move gracefully through the basic steps on the dance floor. Ages 16 & up • One Afternoon • Saturday • February 13 • 1:00 – 3:00 pm • $70 ($65) per couple Bluegrass Jam Sessions Experience American folk music in this jam session, free and open to the public. All instruments and ability levels are welcome. The first hour serves as a slow jam, with an educational element mixed in. After the first hour, anything goes! Bring an instrument and sing a song, pick quietly in the background, or just sit and listen! We share musical traditions, but most of all we have lots of fun! All Ages • Second Tuesday of Every Month • 6:00-8:00 pm • Free • No registration required.
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general information for students The Holland Area Arts Council offers diverse and exciting classes for all skill levels, and our instructors have impressive credentials and extensive teaching experience. We offer scholarships for those who qualify. For more information call (616) 396-3278 or email helpdesk@hollandarts.org. Refund Policy. No spots are reserved without full payment or scholarship forms. To receive a check refund, withdrawals must be requested at least 5 business days prior to the start of class, and a $10 processing fee will be retained. To receive class credit, withdrawals must be requested before the second class. If you have questions about class placement, classes that are full, age appropriateness, or other issues that are not addressed here, contact our Program Director, Mary Sundstrom, at mary@hollandarts.org. Make-Up Classes. If a class session is cancelled by the Arts Council, a make-up class will be scheduled. Generally, make-up classes are held the week following the last scheduled class. Photo Permission. By registering for a class, you agree to allow the Arts Council to photograph you or your child for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be photographed, please contact the Program Director at (616) 396-3278 or mary@hollandarts.org. Registration. Register by calling (616) 396-3278, visiting the Arts Council, or going to www.hollandarts.org. Questions? Our friendly staff is happy to help! Call us at (616) 396-3278 or email helpdesk@hollandarts.org.
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support the arts council The Lakeshore has a rich tradition of creativity worth nurturing and growing. A donation of your time, talent or funds will keep this creative spirit alive for generations.
join Become a member. Support the Holland Area Arts Council with a yearly membership contribution and enjoy the benefits of membership at the various levels, starting with discounts on most of our course offerings. Call, go online or visit to learn more and become a member of the Arts Council.
donate The Arts Council is always in need of donated items. Fulfilling our wish list is a great way for you to assist us in our mission. On our wishlist right now: • Ten-foot aluminum step ladder •
Arches watercolor paper
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Liquitex acrylic paint
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Laptops for computer graphics lab
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9 ounce plastic cups for receptions
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Wine for receptions (we like Fenn Valley)
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Book shelves for our art library
volunteer Volunteers are the lifeblood of our organization! They serve as community ambassadors, and we could not operate without them. Upon completion of 30 hours of volunteer service, you will be rewarded with a tuition waiver for the class of your choice. Contact our volunteer coordinator, Kailey Schroeder, at 616-396-3278 or email her at helpdesk@hollandarts.org for more information.
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the arts for you location
Staff
For 18 years this beautiful facility, situated in Downtown Holland, has been the cornerstone of the arts and the intersection of Holland’s principal cultural organizations. The Holland Symphony Orchestra, Holland Chorale, Holland Symphony Youth Orchestra, Holland Junior Strings, the Holland Friends of Art, Tulipanes Latino Art and Film Festival, West Michigan Fiber Arts Guild, West Michigan Puppetry Guild, All for One Dance Company, Ambrose and Michigan Academy of Folk Music have all been a part of the Arts Council’s creative family and home.
Lorma Freestone Executive Director Mary Sundstrom Program Director Margaret Foreman Communications & Exhibitionss Kailey Schroeder Visitor Services
public art Part of the Holland Area Arts Council’s role in the community is to oversee public art projects. These initiatives give artists an opportunity to display their talents and creativity while drawing the public into a lively and robust conversation about the arts. From “Pigs on Parade,” “Towering Tulips,” and “South Shore Village Murals,” to the “ReMastered,” “See the Z” and “ReCycled” avenue banners, public art projects delight and engage our community.
grants The Holland Area Arts Council serves as the Regranting Coordinator for Allegan, Mason, Muskegon, Oceana and Ottawa Counties. The Minigrant program is a grant-giving partnership funded by the State of Michigan through the Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs (MCACA) and administered by agencies in each region of the state. Minigrants provide funds for locally-developed, high-quality arts and cultural projects: special opportunities to address local arts and cultural needs and to increase public access to arts and culture. For more information on Minigrants, visit hollandarts.org/regranting.
Carol Vredeveld Business Manager Ken Freestone Facilities Manager
Board of Directors Patricia Flynn President Mike Dunlap D. Scott Essenburgh Vice Presidents Ken Breese Treasurer Rich Evenhouse Secretary Leslie Brigham Maxine DeBruyn Alla Dickson Anne Gaskin Nemschoff Gordon Julius Alpha Mansaray Lois Mulder Shani Padnos Lori Smolinski
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