St. Louis Artists Guild – January 2016 News
| CLEARLY HUMAN II: January 22 – February 27 January 30: FREE Reception, Awards, 130th Birthday Kick-Off with Cake
CLEARLY HUMAN II explores the human form in all media. The most enduring themes in the visual arts, the human form has been drawn, painted and carved since ancient times. A FREE Reception is planned January 30, 6 – 9pm, to recognize exhibiting artists, announce awards, and kick off the Artists’ Guild’s 130th birthday celebration with cake by CakesByGeorgia.com – St. Peters and figure drawing demonstrations. Entries have been juried by VICTOR WANG, artist, author, and Professor in Painting and Drawing, Department of Fine Arts, Fontbonne University. He comments, “I selected works which engage my curiosity with an interesting personal idea. I’m not only looking for the mystery of the artwork, but the mastery of the surface – how the artist can carry on the figurative tradition skill with the unique interpretation of dialog.” And that’s why you must see this exhibit! Congrats to Artists’ Guild members juried into this national call for entries: Randall Allen, Brian Anderson, Laura Bailey, Lon Brauer, Keely Brown, Nicole Cooper, Brandon De She, John Dyess, Muriel Eulich, Ed Giganti, Brenda Gilliam, Elizabeth Herman, Lisa Hilton, Lani Kohoutek-Miller, Laura Lebeda, Ron McIlvain, Glenn Miller, Sallie Day Mogerman, Marina Movshina, Philip Perschbacher, Brett Prywitch, Russ Rosener, Anne Rowe, John Schnellmann, Snail Scott, Linda Smith, Michelle Streiff, Josh Svoboda, Russell Vanecek, Ron Vivod, Eric Wieringa, Marjorie Williamson, Ping Yan Related stuff to do:
DID YOU KNOW? The St. Louis Artists’ Guild was in operation before the invention of the incandescent light bulb, the dedication of the Eiffel Tower, The Chicago’s World Fair, and St. Louis World’s Fair. In fact, the Artists Guild was invited to design the logo for the St. Louis World’s Fair Palace of Liberal Arts — and here it is!
BE SEEN — WINDOWS ON JACKSON. Strut your stuff in one (or more) of our windows on Jackson Ave. Current installations include Jerry Cox’s sculptural pieces, works by Joanne Kluba, and an exhibit of fiber plus photography by Kacey Cowdery and Bill Valle. WHAT’S NEW. WHAT’S NOW. — The Artists’ Guild’s new Fiber Arts Section. If you knit, quilt, stitch, weave, or more, you’ll want to join this section and attend its next meeting on March 2. — Sun Smith-Foret is the first artist to exhibit work at the entrance hall wall of the Artists’ Guild. This display is from her SilverScreen Quilts, including a quilt that references the late David Bowie. MAKE IT. DO IT. SEE IT. MAKE IT. — Jan. 23, 12 – 3pm. Paper Marbling Workshop. Emily Elhoffer shows you how to create patterns that range from psychedelic galaxies to vibrant cross-sections of rock using the ancient process of marbleizing paper. For MORE. — Jan. 30 & 31, 1 – 4pm. Rust & Tea: A Natural Dye Workshop. Jen Bradford shows you how to use rust and black tea to create shape, texture, and pattern. For MORE. — Feb. 6, 12noon – 2pm. Fun FREE Saturday. Make A Valentine’s Day Critter Artists like Hieronymus Bosch, Stephanie Metz, and Theo Jansen conceive imaginary creatures that evoke wonder, disbelief, and curiosity. Your kids can create their very own Valentine’s Day critter! For children between the ages of 5 – 10 years old. Parents invited. All art supplies provided. No reservations needed. DO IT. — Jan. 18, 7pm. Art Talk, Photographer Bill Hart Discusses His Book “Historic Missouri Roadsides. Sponsored by the Photography Section. FREE. — Jan. 30, 6 – 9pm. FREE CLEARLY HUMAN II Reception, awards, figure drawing demos, and 130th birthday celebration cake with cake by CakesByGeorgia.com. — Feb. 5, 7pm. Figurative Friday. It’s a Friday Night Draw-in led by Albert Kuo! Register online on or before Feb. 4 for an evening of figure drawing in the gallery with models. $10. — Feb. 6, 9am – 4pm. Figure Painting with Andrew Brandmeyer. Work from a live model, focusing on composition and building mass by use of color and value. Oil paint is the medium of choice. Offered in partnership with Fontbonne University, this workshop will be held at Fontbonne. For MORE. — Feb. 6, 9am – 4pm. Figure Drawing with William Neukomm. Work from a live model, learn a general approach to drawing, as well as specifics, to draw an accurate portrait. Offered in partnership with Fontbonne University, this workshop will be held at Fontbonne. For MORE. — Feb. 10, 7pm. Gallery Talk, Clearly Human II. What made them do it? And how? Exhibiting artists talk about their work. FREE. — Feb. 13, 9 – 11am. The Legal Side of Creativity. Attorney Mark Sableman, Partner, Thompson Coburn LLP, to discuss how to work in communications, marketing, and other creative businesses in today’s multi-media world while protecting ourselves from unfair practices. RSVP by Feb. 11 by email mpcnfpw@gmail.com or phone: 314-471-3966. Sponsored by the Communication Arts Section in partnership with the Missouri Professional Communicators, an affiliate of the National Federation of Press Women. FREE.
SEE IT. — Jan. 22, Regular Gallery Hours. Clearly Human II Opens. This national all-media exhibition, juried by Victor Wang, will be on display through Feb. 27.
VISITING US? PARK HERE: 1) During weekdays, park in Visitor Parking on the west side of Jackson Avenue in the open lot or on the east side of the West Campus complex and enter through the glass doors by the Wine and Cheese Shop. 2) After 5pm and on weekends, yellow permit parking areas (for Washington U students) are available for visitor parking.
We Remember… Doris Truex. Doris was an accomplished watercolor artist and a longtime member of the St. Louis Artists Guild, studying and teaching art. She was an animal lover, an excellent cook, a gracious hostess, a world traveler and a loving mother and grandmother. Published at Legacy.com |
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