What's New for 2008?

What's new in 2008?  Well let me tell ya.....we're going to try to some new stuff.  First, can I see a raise of hands from those of you who think our monthly board meetings are BORING!  My hand is raised.  I would like to hold board meetings privately starting in 2008.  But, the monthly meeting is going to be an entirely new format.  I'd like to see these meetings be social/educational events.  We'll start having artist of the month competitions, possibly some art demonstrations, critiques and maybe even visit a few local galleries/studios.  And, if you bring the desert, I'll bring the coffee.  Let's have some fun.

We have a committee working on a very special fundraiser during the Spotlight Exhibition.  It will be formal and fun.  I always look forward to the updates from the planning committee.

I'm pretty certain the Box Show Fundraiser will be replaced with something new.  Janet has some great ideas bouncing around in her head.

We're going to start exhibiting artwork at the Image Gallery starting in January.

We've planned a very special exhibition at Hidden Lake Gardens this coming Spring.  HLG is taking care of everything....advertisements, mailings, and reception.  All we have to do is supply the art.  I'm really looking forward to this event.

And, don't forget the annual Art-a-licious Festival.  The 2008 festival will be bigger and better.  We perked a lot of interest with this event.  It's a BIG event that takes a lot of hard work and time to plan and prepare for.  If you are interested in helping out please contact Pi Benio at pbenio@adrian.edu

We're also going to try something that I'm pretty sure has never been done before.  We're planning an exhibition of Adrian College Students AND Siena Heights University students.  We're calling it the College Town Show.

As you can see we've got some exciting events on the horizon.  I'm pretty excited about 2008.  I think you're going to like what we have in store for you.

Gregg Perez

LCVA President 

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate through this blog?

I know the address isn't very catchy, but it's here to stay or at least until we grow out of it.  A lot of you Google the LCVA to find this site, which is OK but it doesn't always take you to the "home" page.  Here's a tip......If you click on the big text at the top of the page it will always take you to the "home" page where you will find the latest blog entries.  So if you get lost....just click on the big text at the top.

Where can I get membership information?

We have pamphlets at the gallery or you can click on "Membership Info" under the category "Exhibitions and Other Important Stuff".

Is the gallery moving or what?

That's a good question that gets asked a lot.  Here's an honest answer.  We're a non-profit organization that operates on a very small budget.  And, we are getting a SWEET deal on rent at our current location.  But as everyone knows the location isn't exactly prime territory.  So, we're always looking for new "opportunities" for alternative exhibition locations.  We have had some really cool prospects recently.  Some of them didn't pan out.  Some are still promising.  I hesitate to give out any more information until prospects are solidified.  Until then, lets just call them really cool prospects.  If we do move, we plan on keeping the gallery to convert it to studio space or workshop space.  We currently have members who are "in" with the City of Adrian downtown development squad.  We're in a good position to jump on good prospects.  It just may take some time.  

Why should I become a member?

Everyone has different reasons for becoming a member.  Personally I joined to learn more about how the art world functions.  The truth is there are plenty of exhibition opportunities for artists in Lenawee County.  And, there are many artists in Lenawee County who take advantage of those opportunities.  We have great local artists who do not exhibit locally because very few people perceive Lenawee County as an art community.  Some people say that reality is perception.  Changing this perception takes a lot of effort and guts.  The purpose of the LCVA is to grow the art community and to change this perception.  As a group of artists we can change how people feel about Lenawee County easier than if artists tried it alone.  My favorite comment said to me during the Art-a-licious festival was, "gee, I never realized we had such wonderful local artists."  So, if your a novice artist the LCVA can teach you all about exhibiting your work.  If you're a working artist, the LCVA can help you transition into a professional career.  And, if you're a professional artist...the LCVA needs you.  Our professional artist members are the backbone of the organization.  Working with other professionals is certainly a great way to establish a network within the artist community.   

Gregg Perez,

LCVA President       

 

January News

During the month of January....

Gerry Church, Janet Graham and Gregg Perez will be exhibiting work at the Image Gallery.

The LCVA gallery will be closed for some minor remodeling.

The LCVA will be exhibiting work at the Michigan Welcome Center.

Everyone should be getting ready for the New Work Exhibition and the Hidden Lake Gardens Exhibition.  See 2008 calendar of exhibitions.  

Michigan Welcome Center

The LCVA is looking for artists interested in displaying one or two pieces of 2D art for a display case at the Michigan Welcome Center located on US 23 just north of the US 223 exit.  The work will be on display for the months of January and February.  There are size restrictions so if you are interested please send the following information to Janet Graham as soon as possible....

Medium, width, height and depth of work.

Some small 3d work would be acceptable if it is no larger than 8-10" in depth.

Send inquiries to Janet Graham at grahams4@tc3net.com 

Board Meeting Cancelled

Due to the ice advisory the Board meeting scheduled for tonight has been rescheduled for Tuesday, December 18 @ 7:00 pm.

2009 Membership Information

Our Purpose:

Organized in 1998, the purpose of the Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts is to promote the creation, display and appreciation of the visual arts in Lenawee County. Our diverse membership base includes professional artists, vocational artists, patrons of the arts and those who simply appreciate art.

The LCVA Gallery has approximately 1000 square feet of space and exhibits several shows per year. All exhibitions are free and open to the public. The LCVA also offers classes, workshops and community events.

Join the LCVA and receive discounts on classes, invitations to exhibitions, a newsletter, and the satisfaction of helping us promote the visual arts in Lenawee County.

Membership:

Lifetime Exhibiting Member, $500

You and family members may show work in all member exhibitions. You will receive invitations to all LCVA functions, a lifetime subscription to the newsletter, and discounts on LCVA-sponsored workshops.

Lifetime Patron, $500

You and family members receive invitations to all LCVA functions, a lifetime subscription to the newsletter, and discounts on LCVA-sponsored workshops.

Exhibiting Member, $35

Exhibiting Family, $50

Exhibiting members/families may show work in all member exhibitions throughout the year. You will receive invitations to all LCVA functions, an annual subscription to the newsletter, and discounts on LCVA-sponsored workshops.

Senior Exhibiting Member (65 and older), $30

Senior Exhibiting Couple, $40

Same as Exhibiting Member except at a discounted rate.

Supporting Member, $25

You will receive invitations to all LCVA functions.

Exhibiting Student Member, $15*

Students enrolled in area colleges will receive all the privileges of Exhibiting Members.

*Students may also receive a free membership by agreeing to gallery sit once per month.

Join Today!

New members, non-lifetime membership fees are prorated on a quarterly basis.

The LCVA membership year corresponds to the calendar year (with all memberships expiring December 31).

Please send membership information (name, address, city, state, zip, phone number, email address and primary media) and check (payable to Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts) to:

Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts

112 West Maumee Street

Adrian, MI 49221

phone: 517-265-4403

Gallery Hours:

Thursdays, 4-8pm

Fridays, 10am - 2pm, 4pm-8pm

Saturdays, Noon-4pm

President: Gregg Perez, gandkperez@tc3net.com

Vice President: Janet Graham, grahams4@tc3net.com

Treasurer: Mike Jacobitz

Secretary: Jenna Bush, jbush28@verizon.net