The Holiday Salon is fast approaching - hopefully you've all been busy in your workshops/studios! The drop off date for work will be Tuesday, November 6th from 4-7 pm. If you can't make it, please contact me to arrange another time. If you would like to drop off your work before November 6th please place work in the back hallway or behind the desk.
Installation will be on Wednesday, 11/7 from 5-9 pm. Help is always appreciated. We will also have flyers available during the drop off time for you to pick up and distribute to help advertise the show.You may bring as many pieces as you'd like but they might not all be up right away - we will put up additional pieces as things sell.
We voted in the 20% commission at our last meeting so please price your work accordingly. 2-D pieces must have a wire for hanging. We have plenty of pedestals and possibly shelving for 3-D pieces. We will also have a place for unframed work to be displayed.
We will be having 2 events during the show to help boost sales:The Downtown Merchants Holiday Open House will be Friday, November 9th (opening day of the exhibit) from 4-9 pm. Gregg Perez will be demonstrating linoleum cut printing that evening (with a workshop to follow 11/17). We'll be serving holiday cookies and punch.Winterfest will be on Saturday, December 1st from 10-4 pm. We will be having free children's art activities and cookies that day. If you would like to get involved in either of these events by donating cookies or helping with children's art activities, please contact me. Gallery sitters are always needed as well. Check the LCVA blog to see the current sitting schedule and either email me or call me to sign up. Please call with any question or concerns. Thanks for your help in making this a great Holiday Salon!
Janet Graham
LCVA Gallery Director
Grahams4@tc3net.com
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
Wednesday, October 03, 2007
LCVA at the Boulevard Market
Be sure to stop at the Boulevard Market for a little cheese and a side of art! Jill shaffer, Marjorie Castle, Janet Graham, Gerry Church, Kimberly Myers-Pinkel, Mary Gautz and Gregg Perez are displaying work there until October 16th. The Boulevard Market is located on the corner of East Chicago Boulevard and Evans Street in Tecumseh, MI.
LCVA does Hidden Lake Gardens
We've arranged for a great opportunity for LCVA Artists!
We have set up two dates this fall for artists to visit Hidden Lake Gardens and paint/photograph/draw/get inspired. Then you'll have approximately 2 months to finish/frame/etc. your creations on you own.
In January, we will be displaying our work at Hidden Lake Gardens. We haven't determined the exact dates yet but we should know within the next few weeks.
The two working dates are Saturday, October 20th and Saturday, November 3rd. We will be working from 9 am until whenever you're done (they close at dusk). You may come either day or both days.
Please contact Janet Graham at grahams4@tc3net.com to reserve your spot - or if you have any questions. We need to let them know the artist's names 3 days in advance of each date for us to get free admission. Hope to see you there!
We have set up two dates this fall for artists to visit Hidden Lake Gardens and paint/photograph/draw/get inspired. Then you'll have approximately 2 months to finish/frame/etc. your creations on you own.
In January, we will be displaying our work at Hidden Lake Gardens. We haven't determined the exact dates yet but we should know within the next few weeks.
The two working dates are Saturday, October 20th and Saturday, November 3rd. We will be working from 9 am until whenever you're done (they close at dusk). You may come either day or both days.
Please contact Janet Graham at grahams4@tc3net.com to reserve your spot - or if you have any questions. We need to let them know the artist's names 3 days in advance of each date for us to get free admission. Hope to see you there!
Monday, October 01, 2007
Impression, Composition and Improvisation by Carlos Tobar
The LCVA presents:Impressions, Composition, Improvisation by Carlos Tobar
October 4th - November 3rd, 2007
Local treasure Carlos Tobar offers a glimpse into reality as he sees it. A native of Ecuador and self taught artist, Mr. Tobar invites us into his past and present through vibrancy of color and form.
Join us on October 6th, from 5-8pm for our wine and cheese reception with the artist.
Artists reception sponsored by....The HathawayHouse
Gallery Hours:
Thursday 4-8pm
Friday 10-2pm, 4-8pm
Saturday 12-4pm
Sunday, September 09, 2007
Art, art, and more art....You gotta love it!
The Bank of Lenawee's "Lenawee Live" Exhibition was installed today and once again there was a tremendous turnout of Lenawee County artists who submitted work. If anyone happens to see Pi Benio please thank her for the exhausting work she does to make this show happen. The Lenawee Live awards presentation will be held this Friday, September 14, 2007 at 6 pm.
Art-A-Licious: Get ready for an exciting art festival this weekend in downtown Adrian. The event includes, art demonstrations, Lost Arts, downtown merchant sales, Elenor Brown Dance Center Dancers, Croswell singers from "Urinetown", River Raisin Ragtime Revue, Drew Carter Band, Skate Board Design, Drum Line Competition, Adrian High Jazz Band & Lady Blues Choir, Encore Studio Dancers, Saline Big Band and the LCVA's Box Show. Art-A-Licious is this Friday, September 14th, noon-8PM and Saturday, September 15th, 10AM - 8PM.
LCVA Box Show: We began accepting boxes this past Thursday and so far we have 38 entries. We will continue to accept entries during regular gallery hours until the Final Auction Bid Party on Saturday, September 29th, 5-8PM. Duane Bastian will be this years Juror. He will also select the 2008 Spotlight Exhibition artists from entry packets which are due September 29th at 5PM.
The Boulevard Market: A call for art was sent out this past week for 2D and 3D work to be installed at the Boulevard Market in Tecumseh during their "Art Affair" week. Anyone interested in displaying their work should contact Gregg Perez at gandkperez@tc3net.com . (Edit: Work will be collected after the 16th and installed on the 19th. The work will be on display from September 19th through October 16th).
Art-A-Licious: Get ready for an exciting art festival this weekend in downtown Adrian. The event includes, art demonstrations, Lost Arts, downtown merchant sales, Elenor Brown Dance Center Dancers, Croswell singers from "Urinetown", River Raisin Ragtime Revue, Drew Carter Band, Skate Board Design, Drum Line Competition, Adrian High Jazz Band & Lady Blues Choir, Encore Studio Dancers, Saline Big Band and the LCVA's Box Show. Art-A-Licious is this Friday, September 14th, noon-8PM and Saturday, September 15th, 10AM - 8PM.
LCVA Box Show: We began accepting boxes this past Thursday and so far we have 38 entries. We will continue to accept entries during regular gallery hours until the Final Auction Bid Party on Saturday, September 29th, 5-8PM. Duane Bastian will be this years Juror. He will also select the 2008 Spotlight Exhibition artists from entry packets which are due September 29th at 5PM.
The Boulevard Market: A call for art was sent out this past week for 2D and 3D work to be installed at the Boulevard Market in Tecumseh during their "Art Affair" week. Anyone interested in displaying their work should contact Gregg Perez at gandkperez@tc3net.com . (Edit: Work will be collected after the 16th and installed on the 19th. The work will be on display from September 19th through October 16th).
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Spotlight Show Prospectus 2008
The Spotlight exhibition 2008
The Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts invites its members with exhibiting status to apply for the 2008 LCVA Spotlight Exhibition. Two or three artists will be selected by the Box Show juror, Duane Bastian. Select artists will exhibit multiple works at the LCVA Gallery May 15 - June 14, 2008. Artists not selected will exhibit their work January 5 - February 2, 2008.
Eligibility
Participation is open to all LCVA Exhibiting Members (new and current). Entries must be original works of art or fine craft. Works produced from kits, published plans, or commercially reproduced or giclee prints will not be accepted.
Entry
The Lenawee Council for the Visual Arts invites its members with exhibiting status to apply for the 2008 LCVA Spotlight Exhibition. Two or three artists will be selected by the Box Show juror, Duane Bastian. Select artists will exhibit multiple works at the LCVA Gallery May 15 - June 14, 2008. Artists not selected will exhibit their work January 5 - February 2, 2008.
Eligibility
Participation is open to all LCVA Exhibiting Members (new and current). Entries must be original works of art or fine craft. Works produced from kits, published plans, or commercially reproduced or giclee prints will not be accepted.
Entry
To apply, artists must submit materials for the juror's review by taking them to the LCVA Gallery no later than 4 PM on Saturday, September 29, 2007. Packets should be labeled with the artist's name and "Spotlight Exhibition". Duane Bastian, local artist and retired Art Education Professor, will select artists to be included in the LCVA Spotlight Exhibition from these materials. Packets must include:
-10-20 works, via slide representation or digital images. (Please make sure your digital files open on the LCVA computer when you drop off your packet.)
-A script giving titles, sizes, and media for the slides or digital files
-An exhibition list/resume
-A brief artist's statement that relates to the images submitted
-A check for annual exhibiting membership for those who are not currently members at this level.
Slides
Slides must be 2"x2" mount size, no glass mounts. Artwork consisting of multiple panels, diptychs, or series meant to be viewed as one unit must be on one slide. Detail slides are welcomed. Each slide must be labeled clearly with name of artist and title. Indicated top of slide with an arrow on the correct viewing side of the slide. Slides may be picked up at the Gallery after juror selections have been made.
Digital Entries
Digital entries may be submitted on a CD and dropped off at the LCVA Gallery. Images must be in .tif or .jpg format and include name and title. CD's may be picked up at the LCVA Gallery after juror selections have been made.
Exhibition Agreement
Artists selected for the Spotlight Show will be responsible for gallery preparation, installation, tags, and removal. Work submitted for the selection process are used to determine the best candidates for the show and assures the juror that the artist has a sizable body of quality work and will continue to produce such. The work submitted via slides or digital is not required to be displayed in the 2008 Spotlight Exhibition. The submission of a work of art to this exhibition shall be understood to constitute agreement on the part of the artist with all conditions set forth in this Prospectus. Submission of work constitutes permission to photograph it for publicity purposes and documentation for permanent records. The LCVA reserves the right to refuse any entry and to withdraw any work from the exhibition by Board majority vote.
Saturday, July 28, 2007
Botanically Inspired Exhibition
The LCVA Gallery presents:Botanically Inspired
July 27-August 25
Reception and Artists Talk - Saturday, August 25, 5-7 pm.
Artists:
Duane Bastian, Ceramics
Kim Ensch, Paintings
Martha Keller, Paintings
Ann Tubbs, Ceramic Vessels
Nora Venturelli, Paintings
Barb Yerace, Glass & Mixed Media
Sponsors:
Barrett's Showplace Gardens
Beaubien Landscape
Shaffer Nursery
Underwood's Nursery
Gallery Hours:
Thursday, 4-8 pm
Friday, 10 am - 2 pm
Friday, 4-8pm
Saturday, noon-4pm
Duane Bastian, Ceramics
Kim Ensch, Paintings
Martha Keller, Paintings
Ann Tubbs, Ceramic Vessels
Nora Venturelli, Paintings
Barb Yerace, Glass & Mixed Media
Sponsors:
Barrett's Showplace Gardens
Beaubien Landscape
Shaffer Nursery
Underwood's Nursery
Gallery Hours:
Thursday, 4-8 pm
Friday, 10 am - 2 pm
Friday, 4-8pm
Saturday, noon-4pm
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Box Show Workshops
The Box Show is nearly here, and once again you are thinking what are you going to do? Want some fresh perspective, access to more equipment, new ideas from other artists, commeraderie of other LCVA members? Well, we have just the thing......two 3 hour make your box workshops. Come to one or both. You only need to bring some media you would like to work in and stuff from your studio that has hung around so everytime you look at it you think, there is something that won't allow you to throw it out, that it has a purpose. This could be parts of old, unresolved pieces, found objects, etc I have tons of metal, wood, and paper boxes for you to use, lots of found objects, a welder, clay, wood, you name it!
When: Saturday Aug 11 noon-3pm and/or Sunday Aug 26 9:30-12:30
Where: Art Dept, Adrian College, 2nd floor Mahan Hall on Williams St
Questions: Contact Pi Benio @ 263-9548 or pbenio@adrian.edu
You will complete at least one box for the auction and have the joy of making art with others from the LCVA
When: Saturday Aug 11 noon-3pm and/or Sunday Aug 26 9:30-12:30
Where: Art Dept, Adrian College, 2nd floor Mahan Hall on Williams St
Questions: Contact Pi Benio @ 263-9548 or pbenio@adrian.edu
You will complete at least one box for the auction and have the joy of making art with others from the LCVA
Monday, July 16, 2007
2008 Exhibition Calendar
The Candlelight Exhibition (at the Image Gallery)
Members Exhibition
January 15 - February 15
The College Town Show (LCVA Gallery)
October 4 - Novemeber 1
This is a new show featuring the work of Adrian College AND Siena Heights University students.
Holiday Salon (LCVA Gallery)
November 13 - December 20
This exhibition features the work of LCVA members. The Holiday Salon Show celebrates the holiday season by providing works of art for sale. There is no limit to the number of pieces submitted and works of art can be either original work or reproductions. Works of art are hung wherever there is space available in the gallery. The objective is to fill the gallery from floor to ceiling with art!
Members Exhibition
January 15 - February 15
Location: The Image Gallery located in downtown Adrian.
Artists: Janet Graham, Gerry Church and Gregg Perez
This show was created primarily for those members who submitted slides for the Spotlight Exhibition but were not selected. We want to thank them for their participation and reward them with a show of their own.
Visual Art Educators, K-8 (LCVA Gallery)
February 17 - March 1
Lenawee County Student Exhibition grades k-8.
This show was created primarily for those members who submitted slides for the Spotlight Exhibition but were not selected. We want to thank them for their participation and reward them with a show of their own.
Visual Art Educators, K-8 (LCVA Gallery)
February 17 - March 1
Lenawee County Student Exhibition grades k-8.
Hidden Lake Gardens Exhibition (Hidden Lake Gardens Visitor Center)
February 22 - April 6
Sponsored by Hidden Lake Gardens
Artist Reception March 15th, 1-3pm
High School Exhibition (LCVA Gallery)
Sposonored by the Stubnitz Foundation
March 6 - April 5
New Work (LCVA Gallery)
Member Exhibition
April 10 - May 10
This exhibition displays the work of LCVA members. It is what the name states. It is an exhibition of new work by LCVA exhibiting members. The New Work Exhibition encompasses all medias both two dimensional and three dimensional. The LCVA currently has approximately 50 exhibiting artists.
Spotlight Exhibition and Gala (LCVA Gallery)
May 15 - June 14
This exhibitions displays the work of LCVA members. The Spotlight Exhibition highlights the LCVA's best artists. Exhibiting members (new and old) are asked to submit slides or digital media by September 29, 2007. The Box Show juror will select the Spotlight Exhibition participants.
Lenawee Collaboration (LCVA Gallery)
Sponsored by the Stephen L. Hickman Family
June 19 - July 19
Nature Inspired (LCVA Gallery)
New Work (LCVA Gallery)
Member Exhibition
April 10 - May 10
This exhibition displays the work of LCVA members. It is what the name states. It is an exhibition of new work by LCVA exhibiting members. The New Work Exhibition encompasses all medias both two dimensional and three dimensional. The LCVA currently has approximately 50 exhibiting artists.
Spotlight Exhibition and Gala (LCVA Gallery)
May 15 - June 14
This exhibitions displays the work of LCVA members. The Spotlight Exhibition highlights the LCVA's best artists. Exhibiting members (new and old) are asked to submit slides or digital media by September 29, 2007. The Box Show juror will select the Spotlight Exhibition participants.
Lenawee Collaboration (LCVA Gallery)
Sponsored by the Stephen L. Hickman Family
June 19 - July 19
Nature Inspired (LCVA Gallery)
July 24 - August 23
The Post Card Show (LCVA Gallery)
Sept 4 - Sept 27
This show is under construction at the moment. More information to come in the following weeks.
The Post Card Show (LCVA Gallery)
Sept 4 - Sept 27
This show is under construction at the moment. More information to come in the following weeks.
Hidden Lake Gardens Fall Show (@ Hidden Lake Gardens)
Sept. 27 - Dec. 10
Opening, Saturday, September 27th
Dessert Reception, Saturday, October 18th from 1-3 pm
Closing, Wednesday, December 10th, 4:30 pm is when I will take the show down.
October 4 - Novemeber 1
This is a new show featuring the work of Adrian College AND Siena Heights University students.
Holiday Salon (LCVA Gallery)
November 13 - December 20
This exhibition features the work of LCVA members. The Holiday Salon Show celebrates the holiday season by providing works of art for sale. There is no limit to the number of pieces submitted and works of art can be either original work or reproductions. Works of art are hung wherever there is space available in the gallery. The objective is to fill the gallery from floor to ceiling with art!
July 2007 Board Meeting Notes
Lenawee Live: The Lenawee Live Exhibition at the Bank of Lenawee is in the works. LCVA artists do not pay an entry fee and may reserve a tent during Artilicious. As soon as the prospectus is complete we will let everyone know. Work will be installed at the Bank on September 9th and will be taken down the following Sunday, September 16th.
2008 Calendar: The 2008 calendar was passed around and approved by the Board, with the exception of the names. The Show names are not solid and may be changed at a later date.
An idea was brought forward to have a "rummage sale" where all proceeds go to the LCVA. If anyone is interested in seeing this idea through to fruition in 2008 please let me know.
2008 Calendar: The 2008 calendar was passed around and approved by the Board, with the exception of the names. The Show names are not solid and may be changed at a later date.
An idea was brought forward to have a "rummage sale" where all proceeds go to the LCVA. If anyone is interested in seeing this idea through to fruition in 2008 please let me know.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Artists of All Ages Exhibition
The Lenawee Artists of All Ages Exhibtion will be at the LCVA Gallery June 21 - July 21 and is sponsored by The Stephen L. Hickman Family
The exhibition features work by Adrian College/YMCA Youth Art Program participants and responses by LCVA Artists celebrating how creativity and visual at unite all ages and make us a community.
Gallery Hours:
Thursday, 4-8pm
Friday, 10am-2pm and 4-8pm
Saturday, noon-4pm
Artists and Students: Kimberly Myers-Pinkel & Brooke Mostowy, Catherine Royer/Marjorie Castle & Noelle Drews, Janet Graham & Hannah Barr, Mike Barker & Crosby Slupe, Cornelia Wende & Renee Armstrong, Juliana Clendenin & Seth Reynolds, Carlos Tobar & Joel Clark, Elijah Van Benschoten & India Pinkel, Pat Deere & Kyle Stiver, Carol VandenBoss & Emily Bauer, Christine Marsh & Olivia Wiese, Dennis Swartzlander & Zak Eberle, Gregg Perez & Riley Perez, Kathie Duckworth & Leah Wathen, Kris Schmidt & Mercades Emerson, Susie Powell & Durand Pape, Andy Melms & Issac Stiver, Anne Flora & Grace Rummler
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Tuesday, June 12 Meeting Highlights
1. There is a closing reception for the Spotlight Exhibition this Friday, June 15, 5-8pm.
2. The Spotlight Show ends Saturday, June 16, 5-8 pm.
3. Artists of all Ages drop off times are
Saturday, June 16, noon-4, Gregg Perez sitting
Sunday, June 17, noon-4, Wendy Drabek sitting
Monday, June 18, 4-8pm, Pi Benio and Gregg Perez sitting
Tuesday, June 19, 4-8pm, Pat Cooper sitting
4. Artists of all Ages Install will be Wednesday, June 20th, 5-?
5. Artists of all Ages Opening Reception is Thursday, June 21st, 5-8pm
6. Long Term Goal: The LCVA's goal in the next 1-2 years is to move the gallery to a location where we would not pay rent, for example a bank or a library. The achievement of this plan would allow us to sublease the existing gallery and turn it into studio space. It would also eliminate the need for gallery sitting. The cost savings from not having to pay rent would allow us to hire a full time gallery director.
7. Planting art seeds downtown: By the next board meeting, obtain a minimum of four business owners in Lenawee County that would allow us to hang art in their place of business. The goal is to increase exhibiting opportunities for artists, and promote the LCVA. Artists would install all work themselves.
8. Gallery Sitting: Janet will be calling all members to see when they can gallery sit. If you would like to volunteer for gallery sitting please contact Janet Graham grahams4@tc3net.com or Gregg Perez gandkperez@tc3net.com . A gallery sitting schedule can be found under the links section of this page.
9. Next Years Calendar: I'm meeting with Pi this Saturday to hash out the calendar for 2008. We will present it to the board in July for approval. If you have any ideas or suggestion please email me at gandkperez@tc3net.com
2. The Spotlight Show ends Saturday, June 16, 5-8 pm.
3. Artists of all Ages drop off times are
Saturday, June 16, noon-4, Gregg Perez sitting
Sunday, June 17, noon-4, Wendy Drabek sitting
Monday, June 18, 4-8pm, Pi Benio and Gregg Perez sitting
Tuesday, June 19, 4-8pm, Pat Cooper sitting
4. Artists of all Ages Install will be Wednesday, June 20th, 5-?
5. Artists of all Ages Opening Reception is Thursday, June 21st, 5-8pm
6. Long Term Goal: The LCVA's goal in the next 1-2 years is to move the gallery to a location where we would not pay rent, for example a bank or a library. The achievement of this plan would allow us to sublease the existing gallery and turn it into studio space. It would also eliminate the need for gallery sitting. The cost savings from not having to pay rent would allow us to hire a full time gallery director.
7. Planting art seeds downtown: By the next board meeting, obtain a minimum of four business owners in Lenawee County that would allow us to hang art in their place of business. The goal is to increase exhibiting opportunities for artists, and promote the LCVA. Artists would install all work themselves.
8. Gallery Sitting: Janet will be calling all members to see when they can gallery sit. If you would like to volunteer for gallery sitting please contact Janet Graham grahams4@tc3net.com or Gregg Perez gandkperez@tc3net.com . A gallery sitting schedule can be found under the links section of this page.
9. Next Years Calendar: I'm meeting with Pi this Saturday to hash out the calendar for 2008. We will present it to the board in July for approval. If you have any ideas or suggestion please email me at gandkperez@tc3net.com
Sunday, June 10, 2007
Art Across the Ages
Check out the Daily Telegram today, Sunday, June 10th for a really nice article on the Artists of All Ages Exhibition. Daily Telegram reporter Phil Johnson wrote some really nice things about the show and the artists. Lad Strayer also has some great photos of artists at work. Thanks Phil and Lad. If you happen to see Pi Benio or Kris Schmidt please give them a big thanks as well. They both do a TON of work to help turn ideas into reality. Last but not least a BIG thank you goes out to the generous support from the Stephen L. Hickman family.
There will be an opening reception for the Artists of All Ages Exhibition on Thursday, June 21st, 2007, 5-8pm. The show runs from June 21st to July 21st. Gallery hours are Thursdays, 4-8pm, Fridays 10-2pm and 4-8pm, and Saturdays noon-4pm. For more information please call the gallery during gallery hours at 265-4403 or email me at gandkperez@tc3net.com
There will be an opening reception for the Artists of All Ages Exhibition on Thursday, June 21st, 2007, 5-8pm. The show runs from June 21st to July 21st. Gallery hours are Thursdays, 4-8pm, Fridays 10-2pm and 4-8pm, and Saturdays noon-4pm. For more information please call the gallery during gallery hours at 265-4403 or email me at gandkperez@tc3net.com
Monday, June 04, 2007
Clay Leonard featured in Clay Times Magazine
LCVA artist Clay Leonard is featured in the latest issue of Clay Times Magazine, Volume 13 No. 3, May/June 2007. "Pedestal Bowls and Tray" Thrown and altered porcelain assembled tray, multiple matte glazes, fired to cone 10 in reduction. This piece and others can be seen at the LCVA Gallery. Clay is also a featured artist in the current Spotlight Exhibition.
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