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Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence June 17 through November 25, 2012

ince the dawn of recorded time, no civilization has mesmerized and influenced the world like ancient Egypt. This fascinating culture and its impact will be explored in the exhibition Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence opening Sunday, June 17, in the Museum of

Art. Ancient Egyptian artworks, with the promise to serve the dead in eternal life, have mystified Western artists for centuries. From the simple lines of ancient hieroglyphs to gilded mummy masks, Shadow of the Sphinx will present ancient Egyptian works never before brought together from private collections and museums. The Clock, ca. 1880, French, made for Tiffany & Co., exhibition will examine marble, slate, bronze, glass, metal, gilt. Munsonthe varied and tremen- Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, Museum of Art, 2000.21.1 dous inspiration Egyptian artifacts have had on fine and decorative arts for more than 100 years.

The Ancient World The ancient tomb relics on view include a coffin that features colorful figures and hieroglyphs, a selection of gilded mummy masks, a canopic jar, and shabtis—the statues that would serve as laborers in the afterlife. These artworks will familiarize visitors with the imagery that permeates Egyptianinspired paintings, sculpture and decorative arts from the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Rediscovery

Baboon Figure, Egyptian, Old Kingdom, gold. Collection of Sue McGovern-Huffman, Sands of Time Ancient Art

Major historic events—Napoleon’s campaigns from 1798-1801, the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869, and the relocation of the obelisks Cleopatra’s Needles in London in 1878 and New York City’s Central Park in 1881—mark

Westerners’ fascination with the exotic and rich history of ancient Egypt. When King Tut’s tomb was opened in 1922, the obsession with allthings-Egyptian exploded. The numerous scholars and scientists who traveled with Napoleon recorded ancient artifacts, architecture, and culture. The richly illustrated multi-volume book Description de l’Égypte, printed between 1809 and 1828, helped spark Europe’s and America’s abiding curiosity of Egyptian culture. Many pages of this rare document will be included in the exhibition, thanks to a generous loan from the Dahesh Museum of Art in New York City. During the 19th century painters traveled to the “exotic realm” usually referring to the Islamic lands in North Ernst Karl Eugen Koerner (German, 1846Africa, including Egypt. A stun- 1927), The Temple of Karnak, The Great Hypostyle Hall, 1890, Oil on canvas, ning array of striking paintings 31 ¼ x 18 ¼ in. Dahesh Museum of Art, of landscapes, ancient ruins, New York City 1995.114 and cities will be lent to the exhibition by the Dahesh Museum of Art. Many of the works, such as Ernst Karl Eugen Koener’s The Temple of Karnak, The Great Hypostyle Hall (1890), captivated viewers with colorful details of renowned ancient ruins. Some artists romanticized ancient figures. Frederick Arthur Bridgman’s histrionic Cleopatra on the Terraces of Philae (1896) epitomizes the wistful versions of history that became incorporated into 19th-century popular culture and 20th-century movies. Continued on page 2

Lead Corporate Sponsor: Adirondack Financial Services, Corp. Sponsors: The Arthur Foundation Dr. and Mrs. Raouf Kodsy and Family Exhibition Organized with the Collabroration of the Dahesh Museum of Art, New York City

Cocktail attire Your ticket includes admittance to the exhibition that evening. Purchase tickets through the Ticket Office at 797-0055 Exhibition organized with the collaboration of the Dahesh Museum of Art, New York City

Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence Continued from page 2

Jewels of the Nile The journey of exploration continues as Shadow of the Sphinx presents ancient jewelry and the interpretations it inspired thousands of years later. An ancient broad collar of colorful beads, a silver snake-form bracelet, vivid scarabs, and gold amulets are treasures

Brooch, Garrard & Co. Ltd., London, ca. 1925, enamel, platinum, gold. Collection of Ronald Kawitky/D.K. Bressler & Company, Inc.

brought to Europe and America as souvenirs and for museum collections. These precious objects inspired celebrated jewelers to create extraordinary artworks such as the jewels by Tiffany & Co.—a gold snake-form bracelet, precious stone necklace, and diamond encrusted pharaoh’s head-motif brooch—included in Shadow of the Sphinx. The ornate and colorful costume jewelry that will be on view is what graced those of more moderate incomes.

Special Preview Event Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence M.O.R.E Members-Only Receptions and Events M.O.R.E

Members-Only Private Gallery Tour with Renowned Egyptologist Saturday June 16, 1 and 2:30 p.m. Peter Lacovara, Ph.D., Egyptologist, Curator of Ancient Egyptian, Nubian and Near Eastern Art, Michael C. Carlos Museum, Emory University, Atlanta Museum Galleries $25 MWPAI Members Purchase tickets online at www.mwpai.org or through the Ticket Office at 315-797-0055. Get a special preview of the Shadow of the Sphinx exhibition with Egyptologist Dr. Peter Lacovara, advisor and curator for the ancient Egyptian material selected for the exhibition. Refreshments follow. Space is limited.

One could ornament herself like an Egyptian queen or decorate a home in Egyptian style. Fine decorative arts were produced with Egyptian motifs, ranging from accurate to imaginative. Included in the exhibition are ornate silver objects in the forms of sphinxes and Egyptian figures, elaborate glassware, gilded furniture, colorful porcelains, and glass and enamel creations by Louis C. Tiffany.

Egyptomania The lure of Egypt permeated all the arts, as illustrated by the dynamic graphics of sheet music covers and colorful movie posters featured in Shadow of the Sphinx. From the glamorous Claudette Colbert in Cecil B. DeMille’s 1934 version of Cleopatra to the alluring Elizabeth Taylor’s version of the role in 1963 to the cursed mummies in more recent films, movie posters illustrated the eclectic and imaginary version of Egypt presented by Hollywood. Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is the only venue for Shadow of the Sphinx, which will be on view through November 25 in the Museum of Art.

Charles Théodore Frère (French, 1814–88), Along the Nile at Gyzeh, ca. mid–late 1850s. Collections of the Dahesh Museum of Art, New York City.

Shadow of the Sphinx Group Tours Groups of 10 or more receive a discounted exhibition admission of $8 per person when booking in advance, and may also request a docent-guided tour. Contact Ellen Cramer, Docent and Tour Coordinator at 315-797-0000, ext. 2170, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (maximum 35)

Special Preview Event Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence

Aida and the Sphinx Then and Now Art Talk and Opera

Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m. Auditorium $20 Admission Ticket Office: 797-0055 or online at mwpai.org.

Movie Poster, Cleopatra, 1934, (Image, Paramont Pictures). Private Collection.

Anna T. D’Ambrosio, Director and Chief Curator, Museum of Art, Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute, previews the exhibition Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and Its Influence opening June 17. Francesca Zambello, the Glimmerglass Festival’s Artistic & General Director introduces the 2012 season. Glimmerglass Young Artists with highlights from Verdi’s Opera Aida.Costume Design: Bibhu Mohapartra©2011

Museum Education Programs Gallery Talk

Wednesday LunchArt Video Series

First Friday Shorts

Easton Pribble Conference Room Suggested Donation $3. Refreshments served, bring your lunch.

Free and Open to the Public These short, 15-minute talks on the artwork in the galleries are given by museum curators, docents, and decorative arts assistants.

Wednesday, July 11, Noon Empires: Egypt’s Golden Empire, PBS Part I (54 min) The Warrior Pharaohs

Friday, June 1, 1:10 p.m. Easton Pribble Room

Wednesday, July 25, Noon Empires: Egypt’s Golden Empire, PBS Part II (52 min) Pharaohs of the Sun

Shadow of the Sphinx Preview Paula Caruana, Decorative Arts Assistant

June Docent Guided Tours Museum of Art Permanent Collection Wednesdays, June 6, 13 and Saturdays June 2, 9, 16 at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2 p.m. Free and Open to the Public Shadow of the Sphinx Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 1 p.m. Free with Exhibition Admission.

Lecture Series Museum Auditorium MWPAI Members $5; General Admission $10 Tickets sold at the door. Public Opening Lecture The Rediscovery of Ancient Egypt: from Explorers to Archaeologists Sunday, June 17, 1:30 p.m. Dr. Peter Lacovara, Egyptologist, Curator of Ancient Egyptian, Nubian and Near Eastern Art at the Michael C. Carols Museum, Emory University, Atlanta Explore the earliest discoveries of the Nile Valley, including the opening of King Tutankhamun’s tomb and the ruins at Tanis, that inspired the Indiana Jones movie franchise. Dr. Lacovara will also discuss scientific techniques used to uncover buried cities, the identity of mummies, and the secrets of the Sphinx.

Fashion in Ancient Egypt: Clothing, Cosmetics, Coiffures Sunday, July 15, 1:30 p.m. Phyllis Saretta, Ph.D., Visiting Scholar, Department of Egyptian Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art Examine ancient Egyptian fashion—garments, cosmetics, hairstyles and jewelry--using objects from the collection of Egyptian Art from the Metropolitan Museum of Art and objects in Shadow of the Sphinx. The Mother and Wife of Userhat, Tomb of Userhat, Copyist Unknown,ca. 1294–1279 B.C., Egypt, Upper Egypt; Thebes. Tempera on paper, collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art,

Egyptomania: The World’s Fascination with Ancient Egypt Sunday, July 29, 1:30 p.m. “MR. MUMMY” Bob Brier, Ph.D., Senior Research Fellow, C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University, Brookville, NY From the Ancient Romans to Steve Martin and his iconic King Tut number, from songs of the 1920s such as Old King Tut was a Wise Old Nut to pencils shaped like mummies, this lecture explains why people are so fascinated with ancient Egypt.

Wednesday, August 8, Noon Empires: Egypt’s Golden Empire, PBS Part III (54 min) The Last Great Pharaoh

Gallery Talk Series Fridays, at 12:15 p.m. Meet in the Edward Wales Root Sculpture Court Free with Exhibition Admission Friday, July 13, 12:15 p.m. Jewels of the Nile: Egyptomania in Jewelry and Decorative Arts Anna D’Ambrosio, MWPAI Museum of Art Director and Chief Curator Friday, July 27, 12:15 p.m. A Distant Muse: Orientalist Works from the Dahesh Museum of Art David Farmer, Director of Exhibitions, Dahesh Museum of Art, New York City Necklace, French, ca. 1895, diamonds, rubies, sapphires, garnets, carnelian, faience, enamel, platinum, gold. Collection of Ronald Kawitzky/D.K. Bressler & Company Inc.

Dinner and Lecture Explore the Culture of Egypt through Cuisine Saturday, August 25 Museum of Art Open until 7 p.m Lecture 4 p.m. Museum Auditorium The Shared Table: Egypt and its Multicultural Cuisine Amy Riolo, Award-winning Author and Food Historian, Middle Eastern/Mediterranean Culture and Cuisine MWPAI members $5; General Admission $10 Tickets sold at the door. This lecture presents a tour through food customs in Egypt. The nation’s multi-ethnic and multi-religious histories have combined to create layers of culturally significant culinary traditions.

Dinner 5:30 p.m. Fountain Elms Terrace A Taste of Egypt Catering: Leaf, Loaf & Ladle $50 per person Visit www.mwpai.org for the menu and to purchase tickets online. 315-797-0055. Seating for dinner is limited; register early.

Bob Brier, well known for his research on some of the worlds’ most famous mummies including King Tut, was the first person in 2,000 years to mummify a human cadaver using the same techniques as the ancient Egyptians.

Programs continued on next page Educators: To recieve a certificate of attendance for a program, which may qualify for professional development credit, please register in advance by contancting Meg Gianetti, at 315-797-0000 ext. 2146 or mgianetti@mwpai.org. Bob Brier, photo by Pat Remler

Support for Museum Education programs is provided by the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.

Shadow of the Sphinx Museum Education Programs Book Discussion Crocodile on the Sandbank by Elizabeth Peters Thursday, August 16, 6 p.m. Museum of Art Facilitated by Betsy Kennedy, Director, Cazenovia Library, Cazenovia, NY Free and Open to the Public Books are available to purchase at the Gift Gallery. Set in 1884, this is the first book in what has become a bestselling series about beloved character Amelia Peabody’s adventures in Egypt. Ms. Kennedy will also give a short presentation on the Cazenovia Library’s collection of Egyptian artifacts, some of which are showcased in Shadow of the Sphinx, amassed by benefactor Robert J. Hubbard.

Children’s Programs

Time for Tots: Story and Art for Children 3 to 5 Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery Thursdays, July 12 and August 9, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, July 28 and August 25, 1:30 p.m. Free and Open to the Public Listen to an Egyptian story or myth and create a simple take-home craft.

New in the Library MWPAI memberships include free borrowing from the library’s collection.

Books Alice Neel: The Art of Not Sitting Pretty by Phoebe Hoban The Art of Caring: A Look at Life through Photography by Cynthia Goodman Double Solitaire: The Surreal Worlds of Kay Sage and Yves Tanguy edited by Nancy Wallach Just My Type: A Book About Fonts by Simon Garfield The Record: Contemporary Art and Vinyl by Trevor Schoonmaker

DVDs Film Noir Classics I: Big Heat; 5 Against the House; Lineup; Murder by Contract; Sniper Film Noir Classics II: Brother's Rico; City of Fear; Human Desire; Nightfall; Pushover The Garden of Earthly Delights Note by Note: The Making of Steinway L1037 Old Jews Telling Jokes

Compact Discs American Works for Organ and Orchestra by The Grant Park Orchestra The Best of The Hot Club of Cowtown 5 Stars: Favorites from The 5 Browns

Family Programs Drop-in Craft Activities Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery Tickets sold at the door. Saturday, July 21, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, August 18, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, September 29, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. $5 per person Recommended for ages 5 to adult.

Museum Education Programs Art and Yoga For Mind, Body and Spirit June 2, 9, 16, 23 July 7, 14, 21, 28 and August 4, 11, 18, 25 10:30 to 11:45 a.m. Meet in the Edward Wales Root Sculpture Court Drop-in fee per class: $10 MWPAI members; $15 general public July/August Session (8 classes) summer special $55 MWPAI members; $80 general public All levels of ability are welcome. Wear comfortable clothing and bring your own yoga mat. For more information contact the Museum Education Department at 315-797-0000, ext. 2158.

Time for Tots: Story and Art Grandpa Green by Lane Smith Thursday, June 7, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 9, 1:30 p.m. Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery Free and Open to the Public Join us each month on a Thursday morning or Saturday afternoon to listen to the story of the month, look at art in the galleries and participate in fun activities. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

July Book Discussion Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland Discussion Date: Thursday, July 19, 6 p.m. Museum of Art Free and Open to the Public Books are available to purchase at the MWPAI Gift Gallery. Registration is requested, but not required by contacting the Museum Education Department at 315-797-0000, ext. 2158. Vreeland, author of Luncheon of the Boating Party, again creates a compelling read about the life of Louis Comfort Tiffany through his glass studio manager, Clara Driscoll. For more information about a program, you may contact the museum education public program coordinator at 315-797-0000, ext. 2158.

Marco Polo: An Opera Within an Opera by Tan Dun The Secret of Life by The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

MWPAI New Trustees Vige Barrie, Senior Director of Media Relations at Hamilton College. Prior to Hamilton College Vige was director of marketing and communication for SMU (Southern Methodist University) business school and has worked with numerous arts organizations in the past, both as a volunteer and as an employee including as general manager of Philadanco (Philadelphia Dance Company), president of Dallas Visual Art Center and of Texas Fine Arts Association, and executive board member at Sculpture Space. She lives in Clinton with her husband, Dr. James Frederick. Vige is a working artist who has exhibited throughout the United States in juried and gallery shows. Mary McLean Evans, Principal Gifts Officer and the Executive Director of the Maurice Horowitch Career Center. In her capacity as a Principal Gifts officer, Mary has worked closely with the President and trustees on fundraising initiatives related to the new Wellin Museum and facilities for studio arts and theatre programs, as well as unrestricted giving and endowment for scholarships and faculty support. As director of the Career Center, she is charged with implementing strategic initiatives involving faculty, alumni and parents, and employers. Mary has served Hamilton College for more than 30 years. She has also served on several area boards including as an executive member of the St. Lukes Hospital Board of Trustees and President of the St. Lukes Hospital Foundation. Steven Kowalsky, CEO of Empire Recycling Corporation. Steven attended Curry College and The Institute of Audio Research in NY. After school, he spent three years in a Coloradobased professional rock band, writing original music and touring the coasts. Steven returned to Utica and has been CEO of Empire since 1991. He is currently on the board of Sitrin. He has been a great supporter of local arts for decades, including the Stanley Center for the Arts, MWPAI and also hosts an annual Earth Day event with artists from Sculpture Space. Steven's hobbies include playing the drums, music, hiking, enjoying the outdoors. He lives in Utica with his wife, Monica, has two daughters and three grandchildren.

egister now for an array of popular classes for kids teens and adults at the School of Art. Dance classes begin June 26, Art classes begin July 9.

Mini Monet (ages 4 and 5), ArtBox I (ages 6 to 8), ArtBox ll (ages 9 to 12), and Young Artists Drawing and Painting (ages 13 to 17) will be held in the mornings, four days a week, Monday through Thursday. In the ArtBox program, children will spend the first two weeks in either Clay/Sculpture or Painting and Drawing and then switch to the other media for the second two weeks. Enroll your children early, as these classes always fill quickly. A Portfolio Development class, for students in grades 10, 11, and 12, will be offered to help students build and improve their portfolio for art college admission. Adults can explore a wide range of creative challenges in drawing, painting, jewelrymaking, quilting, photography, and digital photography. Dance classes being offered include: ballet, jazz and tap. The dance program will also be offering a special dance camp. For more information, to receive a class catalog, or to register using MasterCard, VISA American Express or Discover, phone 797-8260 weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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Film Series Titles Available Online and By Phone Titles will be announced as they become available on our website at mwpai.org/films, Facebook (fb.mwpai.org) or by phone 797-0055, option 3. Become a part of our Film Series email list to receive the latest updates by contacting rfrable@mwpai.org. Advertisements will also appear on the last Monday of each month in the ObserverDispatch. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however, this helps ensure that you are presented with only the latest and finest films.

Films are shown on Wednesdays and Fridays at 2 and 7:30 p.m. All films are shown in 35mm format, with a state-of-the-art Dolby surround sound system. Comfortable seats give every patron an unobstructed view of our large screen. Admission for Matinee screenings is $7 general admission and $5 for MWPAI Members. Admission for Evening screenings is $8 general admission and $6 for MWPAI Members. Admission for students with valid identification is $4 at all screenings. Tickets are on sale 30 minutes prior to each screening. Film Passbooks for discounted admission to 10 screenings are available for MWPAI members for $45 and General Admission for $60. State of the Arts For information call the MWPAI Performing Arts Ticket Office, 797-0055, 800-754-0797. This series is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.

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Gift Giving From the Gift Gallery une is a busy month…weddings, birthdays, graduations and Father's Day. If you are looking for a timeless wedding gift or a special remembrance for the graduate, a gift that is handcrafted locally will be forever treasured.

The Gift Gallery is offering three special promotions for June. Stop by the shop and sign up for a free chance to win a hand-carved kisii stone chess set valued over $100 or a hand-carved kisii stone set of bookends. No purchase is necessary. The drawing for both promotions will be Sunday, June 17. Great gift ideas for Dad or the Grad! Handmade local pottery, local artist prints, jewelry for wedding attendants, handcrafted Shaker boxes and trays are among the gift ideas for the bride and groom. Not married yet but planning a wedding? All wedding-related books will be 30% Off for the month of June (40% off for MWPAI members). Travel to Egypt with your imagination through books, music, DVD's, Egyptian museum reproduction jewelry and so much more. The exhibition Shadow of the Sphinx opens June 17 and the Gift Gallery will have fascinating merchandise to delight all your senses.

Gift Gallery Hours for June and July: Tuesday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday - 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

2012-2013 Great Artists Series Season Extra! Co-Presented with the Broadway Theatre League of Utica The Midtown Men Four Stars from the Original Cast of Jersey Boys Saturday, October 13, 2012

*Not a performance of, not affiliated with the show Jersey Boys.

While bringing the sound and story of The Four Seasons to life in more than 1,000 performances of Jersey Boys, Christian, Michael, Daniel, and Bobby started applying their signature sound to other legendary groups of the 1960s. What followed was a public demand for this inspired collaboration and the evolution from Jersey Boys into The Midtown Men. So at ease with one another on stage, their energy, both individually and together, is second to none. The Midtown Men experience celebrates the sound of the 1960s, from the Beach Boys to the Beatles, from The Four Seasons to Motown and more.

Shaolin Warriors A Dazzling Spectacle of Skill and Discipline Saturday, November 24, 2012

The Chieftains Masters of Definitive Irish Music Wednesday, February 27, 2013

In this highly choreographed production, the Shaolin Warriors bring the remarkable skill, stunning movement and spectacular imagery of the art of kung fu to stages throughout the world. Performed by disciples of the Shaolin schools, known throughout the world for their disciplined and deadly martial-arts prowess, these kung fu masters have trained from a very young age in mental and physical disciplines, which allow them to perform feats one thought only possible through movie special effects. The production features many forms of Shaolin kung fu as well as a look at the daily life of the warriors and their Zen philosophy.

Six-time Grammy winners, The Chieftains have long been recognized for bringing traditional Irish music to the world's attention. They have uncovered the wealth of traditional Irish music that has accumulated over the centuries, making the music their own with a style that is as exhilarating as it is definitive. This year marks the group’s 50th anniversary and brings collaborations with old and new friends alike, reliving past memories and introducing The Chieftains historic career to a whole new generation of fans.

Live at Birdland The Quintessential Jazz Big Band Tuesday, January 29, 2013

The Birdland Big Band, directed by Tommy Igoe, comes straight from the jazz mecca of New York City and provides an unforgettable musical event that goes beyond the traditional and sets the standard for the 21st-century jazz orchestra. World music from every corner of the globe is explored to surprise and delight audiences of all ages while infusing the best of American jazz with excitement that hasn't been seen in decades. Featuring New York's finest musicians and directed by one of the world's greatest drummers, the Birdland Big Band is one of Manhattan’s most popular weekly musical attractions.

Lawrence Brownlee in Concert Dynamic Internationally Acclaimed Tenor Saturday, April 20, 2013 Lawrence Brownlee is one of the most consistently soughtafter artists in the world of opera. He is continually lauded for the beauty of his voice, his effortless technical agility, and his engaging dramatic skills. In addition to his many roles with the Metropolitan Opera, Houston Grand Opera and La Scala, he has appeared in concert with the Russian National Orchestra, the Chicago Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Symphony. He has quickly established himself as one of today’s most highly acclaimed bel canto tenors, leading The New York Times to refer to him as “an increasingly important artist” on the international scene.

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The 2012 MWPAI Arts Festival June 29 through July 4 Sidewalk Art, Music, Classic Cars and Much More For Six Days and Nights

Schedule of Events Friday, June 29

Monday, July 2

*Books and Crafts 11 a.m. • Art Odyssey Gallery

The Dharma Bums Old Time String Noon • Stage

Melissa Clark Singer/Songwriter Noon • Stage

*Watermelon Eating Contest 1 p.m. • Sculpture Grove

*Sidewalk Chalk Art Noon • Sculpture Grove

Meet the Artist • Fused Glass Jewelry Jennifer D. Pietrow 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery

*Paper Relief Sculpture Craft 1 p.m. • Sculpture Grove

Sidewalk Art Show Call For Entries R Exhibition dates: Friday, June 29 through Wednesday, July 4, 2012 R Exhibition policies: This is a juried exhibition. Not every work submitted will be placed on view. One work may be submitted by each artist. All works must be originals, not copies, produced within the past five years and not previously exhibited at the Institute, including the School of Art Annual Exhibition. R Registration Fee: Registration is free to MWPAI members. A nonrefundable general entry fee of $10 is payable by cash or check at the time of registration. There is no fee for high school students.

Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art

Meet the Artist Jazz Musician Monk Rowe 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery

R All works must be securely framed. Watercolors, drawings, prints and photographs must be framed under glass. DO NOT include wire and screw eyes for hanging. Maximum outer dimensions, including frame, are 44 inches high by 48 inches wide by 2 inches deep. Maximum sculpture dimensions are 24 x 24 x 24 inches.

Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. • Museum of Art

Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art

R Artists must recognize that this is an outdoor exhibition and work will be susceptible to fading, moisture, and condensation.

*Egyptian Paper Mask Craft 3 p.m.• Sculpture Grove

Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. Museum of Art

The Neon Marias Folk Rock 7 p.m. • Stage

*Ancient Egyptian Sunshade Craft 2 p.m. • Sculpture Grove

R Sales are conducted by the Gift Gallery for a 40-percent commission. Purchases may be made in installments to be paid in full by July 4, 2012. Payment to artists will be made after that date.

Saturday, July 30

Mohawk Valley Bonsai Club Easton Pribble Room

Devin Garramone Band Jazz 7 p.m. • Stage Tuesday, July 3

*Books and Crafts 11 a.m. • Art Odyssey Gallery

Pick N EZ Country Noon • Stage

Concert Noon • Stage

Mohawk Valley Bonsai Club Demonstration 1 p.m. Sculpture Grove Meet the Artist • Ceramic Sculpture Paula Caruana 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. • Museum of Art Beth Piekielniak 2 p.m. • Stage *Mural Painting 2 p.m. • Sculpture Grove *Positive and Negative Notan Design Craft 3 p.m. • Sculpture Grove The Al Nathan Band Blues 7 p.m. • Stage Sunday, July 1

Antique and Classic Car Show 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Fountain Elms Invitational 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mohawk Valley Bonsai Club Easton Pribble Room *Shaun Robison Magician 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Festival Grounds Rusty Doves • Americana and Swing Noon • Sculpture Grove Meet the Artist • Pen and Ink Drawings and Paintings Peter Rashford 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery

R Media: Paintings, photographs, prints, drawings, computer-generated art, and small sculptures. No crafts, films or videos will be accepted. R Eligibility: Open to artists 18 years and older residing within a 40-mile radius of Utica. R Prizes: Visitors may cast ballots for their favorite works of art in each of these five categories: watercolors; works on paper; photographs; sculpture; oil, acrylic or mixed media paintings. A total of 20 works in the exhibition will receive juror’s choice ribbons. R ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Students enrolled in grades 9 through 12 during the 2011-2012 school year and who reside within a 40-mile radius of Utica may enter their work to be judged with work by other high school students. This is a separate category from the adult group, but the same conditions apply. There will be a best-in-show prize awarded.

Egyptian Animated Serpent Craft 1 p.m. Sculpture Grove

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Meet the Artist • Pottery Mary Yoder 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. • Museum of Art *Victorian Children’s Games (ages 5 to 12) 2 p.m. • Fountain Elms Lawn Double Barrell Blues Band 7 p.m. • Stage Wednesday, July 4

*Books and Crafts 11 a.m. • Art Odyssey Gallery Two Old Cowboys Country Noon • Stage Mural Painting 1 p.m. • Sculpture Grove Meet the Artist • Jewelry Helen Maksymicz 1 p.m. • Gift Gallery Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art Gallery Talk The Empire of Furniture Strikes Back 1 p.m. Fountain Elms Galleries Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. • Museum of Art

Fill out and submit with delivery of artwork. Please type or print legibly. Artist’s name Daytime phone number Mailing address

Title of work Medium Price (or “NFS”)

I recognize that this is an outdoor exhibition and accept the responsibility that my work will be susceptible to fading from direct sunlight and to moisture and condensation on the inside of glazed works. I hereby release the Institute from any and all claims for damage which may occur to my work of art for these reasons. MWPAI reserves the right to photograph any art for publicity purposes. Signed Date High school students check here Name of school

*Pyramid Shaped Mobile Craft 2 p.m. • Sculpture Grove

Important Dates

Art Show Awards 6:45 p.m. • Stage

Deliver Entries

Bevel Blues-Rock-Funk 7 p.m. • Stage

Friday and Saturday June 1 and 2, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Notification Card Mailed to Artists

Thursday, June 7

Docent Guided Tour 2 p.m. • Museum of Art

Pick Up Entries Not in Show

Thursday and Friday June 14 and 15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Adi Shakti-Belly Dancers 3 p.m. • Museum of Art

Sidewalk Art Show

Friday to Wednesday June 29 through July 4

Mohawk Valley Bonsai Club Demonstration 2 p.m. Sculpture Grove

Prizes Awarded

Wednesday, July 4, 6:45 p.m.

Pick Up Entries

Thursday and Friday July 12 and 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Shadow of the Sphinx Tour 1 p.m. • Museum of Art

LaRe Dapice Band Jazz 7 p.m. • Stage

*Childrens Programs

Unclaimed works are subject to disposal without notification.

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Colleague

Bank of America • Laura Weinstein

SUNY Empire State College • Rose Stevens Towne Engineering • William H. Towne • Patti Cappelli

Affiliate Mohawk Valley Retina, P.L.L.C. • Dr. Steven M. Williams Staffworks • Anita Vitullo

310 Genesee Street Utica, New York 13502

Members Fountain Elms Society Dorian & Steven Critelli Richard and Barbara Decker Donna Harkavy & Jonathan Price William F. Locke Mr. John and Ms. Catherine McEnroe Carin Mei Donald Neiman Alice Root and John Dahlin

Patron Barry & Jeanne Donalty Allan & Melynda Freetage John Pierson Patrick Reynolds & Damhnait McHugh Wesley Smith & Diane Wolfe

Contributor Elizabeth & Richard Bedient Charles H. & Janet W. Clark Catherine Clarke Ann B. Clarke Linda Cohen & Sarah Cohen Benjamin A. DeIorio & Donald C. Daniels Dr. & Mrs. John DeTraglia Kathleen & Donald Falkenstern David & Donna Farquhar Bambi F. Holtslander Wendy Hovey & Richard Salerno Mr. & Mrs. Edward Kowalsky Brett & Caroline Levitt Linda & Steve Lubey Mr. & Mrs. Phillip McDowell Jacqueline Noviasky Edward & Robyn Shafer Dr. & Mrs. Demetrios C. Skamas Mrs. C. Arthur Sullivan

Beverly Cipollo Tobin Julie Wilson Longmore

Family/Household Carl T. Alberico James & Gretchen Balch Leonard Bragg & Karen Fransman Patricia & Sparky Christakos Mary & David Christopher Linda Cox & Robert Heins Brian & Michele Jackson Kim & Chris Johnson Lindsey Kolb & Joseph Mandia William & Eva Liberatore Mrs. Jane Mulvihill Or & Emily Oren Georgia & John Ringlehan Clyde & JoAnne Rotach Mary & Amy Ruckel Kathleen Sinnott & Mirsada Gagula Roy & Alissa Stewart Ken & Sabrina Thibado Theresa Zehe & John McCabe

Individual Frank Anechiarico Cheryl Case Dr. Brigitte M. Garrison Anna Grzesik Harron James Catherine Koscinski Julie LaMonte Roberta Murad Catherine Scharf Sara Shaheen Steven Specht Karen Tofolo Barb Van Wormer Eleanor Zyga

High School Student Interns Needed to Assist with Museum Summer Programs

he Museum Education Department is in need of High School students to assist with the summer ArtReach program in July and the Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery throughout the summer. ArtReach is a program of art making and museum learning with children ages 8-12. The Art Odyssey is the Museum’s interactive gallery for all ages, where gallery attendants are needed. Anyone interested in this non-paid internship should contact Meg Gianetti at mgianetti@mwpai.org, or 315-797-0000, ext. 2146. Please include name, email address or mailing address and phone number, programs of interest and months and days (including weekend days) of availability.

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Information and Hours Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a fine arts center serving diverse audiences through three program divisions— Museum of Art, Performing Arts, and School of Art.

Museum Hours (including Fountain Elms): Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m. Performing Arts Ticket Office Hours: Mon.Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., one hour before performances and 30 minutes before films. Phone: 797-0055 or 1-800-754-0797 Art Odyssey: Interactive Gallery Hours: Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 1-5 p.m., School of Art Gallery Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.-noon. Library: Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. noon-5 p.m.

The Institute also offers art reference and music libraries, an active membership program, a Gift Gallery, and outstanding rental facilities ideal for public programs and private events.

For information, call (315) 797-0000 (Voice and TDD)

Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute 310 Genesee Street Utica, New York 13502 Telephone (315) 797-0000 Fax (315) 797-5608 www.mwpai.org Free Parking

General program support for the Museum of Art, performing arts and film presentations is made possible with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts, a state agency.

JUNE EVENTS 1 Friday

10 Sunday

20 Wednesday

First Friday Shorts Gallery Talk: Shadow of the Sphinx Preview 1:10 p.m., Easton Pribble Room.

Second Sunday Guided Tour 2 p.m., Museum of Art.

Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 and 7:30 p.m., Auditorium.

2 Saturday

15 Friday

Art and Yoga 10:30 a.m., Museum Galleries.

Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 and 7:30 p.m., Auditorium.

MWPAI Mixer Music by Poor Tim 5:30 p.m., Fountain Elms Terrace.

Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 and 7:30 p.m., Auditorium.

16 Saturday

23 Saturday

Art and Yoga 10:30 a.m., Museum Galleries.

7 Thursday

Members-Only Private Tour: Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and its Influence. 1 and 2:30 p.m., Museum Galleries.

27 Wednesday

Members’ Preview Celebration Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and its Influence. 6 p.m., Edward Wales Root Sculpture Court.

29 Friday

6 Wednesday

Time for Tots: Story and Art 10:30 a.m., Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery. Art Talk and Opera Aida and the Sphinx 7 p.m., Auditorium.

8 Friday Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 p.m. ONLY No Evening Film, Auditorium.

9 Saturday Art and Yoga 10:30 a.m., Museum Galleries. Time for Tots: Story and Art 1:30 p.m., Art Odyssey Interactive Gallery.

13 Wednesday

17 Sunday Exhibition: Shadow of the Sphinx: Ancient Egypt and its Influence. Public Opening Lecture: The Rediscovery of Ancient Egypt: From Explorers to Archaeologists 1:30 p.m., Auditorium.

22 Friday Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 and 7:30 p.m., Auditorium.

Film Series Phone 797-0055 or visit mwpai.org 2 and 7:30 p.m., Auditorium. Arts Festival 2012 through July 6 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily

Docent Guided Tours Museum of Art Permanent Collection Wednesdays, June 6, 13 and Saturdays, June 2, 9, 16 at 1 p.m. Sunday, June 10, 2 p.m. Free and Open to the Public

Shadow of the Sphinx Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays at 1 p.m. Free with Exhibition Admission.

The following areas are accessible to the physically challenged: Museum of Art galleries, Auditorium and Sculpture Court, Art Odyssey: Interactive Gallery, Gift Gallery, Art Reference and Music Libraries, Performing Arts Office, School of Art Gallery, Studio D, Pottery Studio, the Academic Center and Student Center.