May 2008 Newsletter
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May 2008 Exhibit
May 4 - 29, 2008
“Men at Work” - Tom Abbot, Harvey King, and Dick Ajalat
April 2008 Exhibit
Opening April 6, 2008
Story Tellers - Claudine Helmuth, Brenda Ambrosino,
Diana Barringer, Gail Russakov, Roben-Marie Smith
Plus Thery McKinney's Calligraphy Exhibit in Studio A
Click for photos of exhibit opening
About the “The Storytellers” Exhibition
Every picture tells a story, according to the five artists in “Storytellers”. Brenda Ambrosino, Diana Barringer, Claudine Hellmuth, Gail Russakov, and Roben-Marie Smith tell their stories with collage, mixed media, assemblage, acrylic painting, artists’ books and journals.
Curator Robin Moore selected the artists because of the strong narrative quality of their work. “Celebration of home and family, honoring the past, and incorporation of personal symbolism are common themes with each of these artists, “ says Moore. Thery McKinney exhibited her calligraphy in Studio A.
Curator Robin Moore submits articles to the News-Journal, Laura Stewart’s column, describing the exhibitions each month. Don’t miss these excellent articles!
March 2008 Exhibit
Opening - March 2, 2008
The Hungry Eye - Kate Harrington Millen, Glenda Taylor, Els Meijns
Click for photos of exhibit opening
Photos of Earlier Exhibit Openings May Be Accessed from the Exhibits Page
DON ’T MISS THIS IMPORTANT MEETING!
Pot Luck Luncheon and General Meeting
ELECTION OF OFFICERS Wednesday May14th at noon
Bring your favorite hors d’oeuvre, entrée, salad, dessert, bread, etc.(Art League will provide the meat entrée and beverages), and join Art League members for lunch and meet some of the many interesting artists and members that are part of the League. It is fun, and the food is GOOD!
NEW MEMBERS: We would especially like for you to come, have lunch with us and meet your fellow Art League members. We are so happy to have so many new members, and we welcome you to our organization.
The Nominating Committee’s Slate of Proposed Officers & Committees for the Executive Board are: |
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President: Amelie Rogers First Vice President Robin Moore Second Vice President Connie Krzyzowski Third Vice President Don Kennedy Treasurer Margaret Landeen Recording Secretary Sharon LaDue Corresponding Secretary Toelle Hovan |
Gallery Peter Cerreta, David Smith Membership Suzanne & Stanley Clark Newsletter Betty Knoll Programs Elaine Vice Social Michelle Davidson Telephone Susan Bottaro Website Patrick Flannery |
Nominations may also be made from the floor, provided that the consent of the nominee has been obtained . |
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A Gala Patrons’ Night Event!
Patrons’ Night was a well-attended event. The evening began with a fabulous buffet with gourmet food donated by several restaurants listed below and Art League members.
Amelie Rogers, Connie Krzyzowski and Toelle Hovan conducted the popular drawing so that the patrons could choose their artwork. There were over 85 pieces from which to choose. Some interesting discussions between spouses added some humor to the evening! All seemed delighted with their selections. The proceeds of $8000 will be used to further the education of the residents of Volusia County and beyond.
We wish to thank all the patrons that made this event possible and the artists who donated the artwork. We also thank the Pasta Café, The Clubhouse Restaurant, Cracker Barrel, Genevese Pizza, the piano player, Jason Boekelheide and the Art League members for their donations of the savory food.
Photos from the Patrons' Night!
WORKSHOPS - 2008 & 2009
The Art League is offering ten workshops beginning June 2008 with the Kids & Teens Summer Art Camp through Lynn Ferris' April 2009 watercolor workshop. You can learn more about this exciting program of workshops by clicking to open detailed information about each workshop, and by clicking to obtain a workshop registration form you can fill out and send in to the Art League.
Figuratively Speaking Exhibit
The Figuratively Speaking exhibit is coming up soon - bring in work by June 27th, and opening June 29th. So click to obtain full info about entering this exhibit.
ECHO GRANT FOR SIDE PARKING LOT UPDATE
Our grant was approved by the Council for $41,900. in February. Council member Gary Libby said that our parking project is as important as a new roof because of the city’s upcoming streetscape project.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible: Amelie Rogers, Pat Flannery, Betty Parker, Betty Knoll, Connie and Greg Krzyzowski and all of our members who helped out with the daily work at the League while this grant was being processed.
Last Three Workshops -- Huge Successes! Click below for photos ...
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Margaret Dyer - The Figure in Pastels - Click for Workshop Photos
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Pam Coffman - The Art of Transformation - Click for Workshop Photos
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Michelle Davidson - Fused Glass Jewelry Workshops - Click for Workshop Photos
Members’ News
Art in the Park Fine Arts Show |
Best of Show - Peter Cerreta |
Images Outdoor Festival |
Award of Honor Christophe Cardot |
Ponce Inlet Fine Arts Show |
Best of Art Guild Erlinda Fitzpatrick |
Judy Gilmer’s art will be on display at the Mt. Dora Art Center and Eustis Museum in May and June. |
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Mindy Z. Colton’s “Wind Dancer” Pegasus was officially unveiled at a private reception at the Burnett Honors College at the University of Central Florida. |
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Did you recently buy a new computer and do not know what to do with the old one? Donate it to the Art League and take a writeoff on your 2008 taxes! Call the Art League at 258-3856.
If you would like to reserve a table to sell your art in Studio A during one of our exhibitions, call Michelle Davidson at 233-0994.
The Gift Shop Debut. The Art League Gift Shop, conceived, designed and created by Michelle Davidson, made its debut on Patron’s night! Even more improvements have been made since this photos were taken! Thank you , Michelle!
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION:MISSION STATEMENT: To promote the creation and appreciation of ART.
Name ________________________________________________________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ City ________________________________________________State ___________Zip_______________ E-Mail Address________________________________________________________________________ Telephone # ___________________________________________________________________________
( )Single Membership - $35; ( )Family Membership - $45 or ( )Life Membership - $350.Make checks payable to: The Art League of Daytona Beach Mail to: The Art League of Daytona Beach, 433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach, FL., 32114 |
Support the Arts - Become an Awards Sponsor
ART LEAGUE OF DAYTONA BEACH,
433 S. Palmetto Ave., Daytona Beach, FL. 32114
PHONE: 386-258-3856 — E-mail: artleague@bellsouth.net — Web:www.artleague.org
The Art League is pleased with the response to our efforts to find sponsors for awards for our member shows. The list on the right are the sponsors that have pledged to support this program. The members’ shows where these awards will be presented are: • Annual Art League Members’ Juried Exhibit (January 2008) • “Figurative Speaking: - the Human Form (July 2008) • Members’ Showcase (October 2008) Click here for the flyer concerning the sponsor program. And we still have copies in the foyer if you know of anyone who might be interested in becoming a sponsor. As a sponsor, your contribution will help the Art League (a non-profit organization) to recognize, reward, and encourage our members to continue to grow as artists, both within the League and the community. |
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A Definition of “Gallery Wrap”Gallery wrap is a term referring to a style of stretching on artist’s canvas so that the canvas wraps around the sides of the wooden frame (stretcher bars) and is secured to the back of the wooden frame. The result is the mechanisms used to secure the canvas ( staples or tacks) are not visible on the sides of the canvas. The sides are prepared and primed in the same manner the face of the canvas is prepared or primed. The sides may then be painted a solid color or painted to continue the image appearing on the face of the canvas. This method of stretching and preparing a canvas allows for a frame less presentation of the finished painting. Photo and Definition taken from internet connection to: http://en.wikipedia.org, The free encyclopedia |
The back and front treatment of a canvas mounted in the gallery wrap style. |
Gallery Sitting: Please help us with sitting the gallery on Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. This is so important for us to be open these days for the public to visit our shows and of course our "Members' Gallery." Members Gallery: Bring your paintings in (no wider than 42") to be hung in the "Members Gallery." We have been successful in selling paintings from this area, but even if your work doesn't sell, it's a place to show your work. Visitors have often remarked about the work in this gallery, enjoying them sometimes more than the current show in the main galleries. And, we are proud to show off the work of our very talented members. |
FRAMING INFORMATION:Many new members ask about framing so we plan to have a demonstration and workshops soon on this subject. Our more experienced members recommend the following commercial framers: • Tropical Frame & Art Center (20% discount to artists), • Southern Paint gives a 20% discount on art supplies, 239 S. Seagrave, |