Breaking News - Wickenburg Art Club

Wickenburg Art Club
E-Blast
Date: January 8, 2016
Breaking News
Don’t miss the January General Meeting at 6:30 PM on Monday, January 11th! Come at 6:00 PM for
snacks and good conversation. Help us start off the New Year right!
 Bring your artwork to join in the Artist of the Month contest!
 The demonstration will be by Jane Coleman on watercolor landscapes
January Jurying – Sign up now!
Our January Jurying is to be held on January 30th. Our closing date for entry is January 16th. Sign up NOW
to be in this session. It will allow you entry to the Fine Arts Show in March. The sign-up sheet is on the
table in the WAC library. For more information, call Lila Dudley at 928-671-0473 or Camilla Heasty at
936-328-2711.
Bring in your Double Takes artworks on Tuesday, January 12th
All submissions for the Double Takes exhibition are to be delivered to WAC on Tuesday, January 12th
between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM. If you cannot get your artwork there at this time, please call Donna Drake
at 928-684-2334.
Open Studio canceled for January 16th
There will be no Open Studio on Saturday, January 16th because of the Double Take Opening Reception.
Drawing Group meetings canceled
The WAC Drawing Group will not be meeting on Wednesdays until further notice. If you would like to
assume leadership of the Drawing Group and arrange its classes, please contact Fred Fleck at 928-2320233.
Would you be interested in a joint project with the Humane Society?
Cheryl-Harley Volz wants to know if anyone is interested in pursuing the idea of a joint project with the
Wickenburg Humane Society. It could take the shape of a juried exhibition/sale with the theme of
animals. Entry to the show would be a bag of dog or cat food, or kitty litter. The Humane Society could
also bring animals for adoption. There are many possibilities in this idea – if you are interested, are a petlover or like to include animals as subjects in your artworks, please contact Cheryl to work on this idea!
Call her at 719-784-4285.
Two critical WAC Chairs are empty
The WAC Board has identified a critical need for Chairs of Hospitality and Publicity. These are fun jobs,
and if you haven’t already chosen your area of volunteering at WAC, please consider these opportunities.
More details will be forthcoming at our January 11th General Meeting, or call Fred Fleck at 928-232-0232
for more information.
News for Artists
From Sharon Pearson: I just learned of a website called www.etsy.com. "Your place to sell all
things handmade". A number of friends ordered things for them and they get shipped direct to the giftee.
I've looked at it and there are wonderful categories to search for one of a kind gifts. I've looked for
one of my favorite artists and she is not there unfortunately. I see they have a seller's guide too. Some
categories I looked at are "watercolor, oil, sculpture, clothing, jewelry" to name just a few.
Maybe some our artists would like to be on that site.
There is information on the website on how to list and sell your goods on Etsy. Click here to follow the link.
AAG Statewide Juried Exhibition - Call for Entries
Arizona Artists Guild
18411 N. 7th Avenue
Phoenix, AZ 85023
The Arizona Artists Guild is now accepting entries to its sixth annual Statewide Juried Exhibition of Fine
Art through Feb. 3, 2016. This exhibit is open to all residents of Arizona, membership in AAG is not
required, and all types of media are accepted.
Artists may enter up to three items, though a maximum of two will be displayed upon acceptance. Awards
include Best of Show $1000, Award of Excellence $500, Award of Merit $250 plus other juror special
recognition awards. Art will be displayed at the Gallery Glendale at Westgate, Westgate Entertainment
District, in Glendale, March 4 through 26, with the opening reception March 5.
Exhibition jurors are John Tuomisto-Bell, owner, Tuomisto-Bell Studio and Foundry; Nathan Feller,
Design, Drawing, and Printmaking Instructor, Paradise Valley Community College; and Tim Conte,
Visiting Faculty, Arizona State University.
For a prospectus, go here:
http://www.arizonaartistsguild.net/exhibitions/statewide-trifold-2016/
Entries are accepted via entrything.com Please go here to enter:
http://www.entrythingy.com/d=arizonaartguild.net#dashboard
For more information, contact: Isolde Davidson, Publicity Coordinator
Around Town
Hassayampa River Preserve
Learn about monsoons, dust devils, microbursts and other AZ weather phenomena from 2:30 to 4
p.m., Sunday, January 24 at the Nature Conservancy’s Hassayampa River Preserve. AZ State
Climatologist Nancy Selover will share her knowledge of the fascinating range of AZ weather and what we
can expect from this year’s El Nino. Selvor will also lead a similar program from 1 to 2 p.m. for our
Nature Rangers and other interested students.
Reservations are required. Call (928) 684-2772 or email: [email protected] to make reservations or
for more information. Also, view our website:www.nature.org/hassayampa for a full schedule of events.
The preserve is open to the public 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Wednesday through Sunday.
Admission fees are $5 per person, $3 for Conservancy members. Kids 12 and under and Friends of the
Hassayampa members are free.
At the Desert Caballeros Western Museum
Follow the Thread: Quilts from the Museum's Permanent Collection
Lemoyne Star
Lost Ships
Don't miss the Museum's new exhibition, "Follow the Thread: Quilts from the
Permanent Collection," beginning January 9 and on display through December
31, 2016.
The collection includes seldom-seen quilts that have been collected by the Museum over the years.
Nearly 30 quilts will be displayed on a rotating basis throughout the year in the Cultural Crossroads
Learning Center. Stitched by women from 1850-1950, these quilts tell a unique history of life in the
Southwest and offer a glimpse into the lives of the women who used quilting as a means of
expression. Recent research from the Arizona Quilt Documentation Project sheds light on the makers
and techniques represented in the wide variety of quilts that made their way to Wickenburg. From
examples of everyday quilts to some of major significance, this collection is not to be missed!
Attend the "Desert Stars" Wickenburg Quilt Show, Saturday, January 29th and 30th, 9 a.m. to 4
p.m., at the Wickenburg Community Center, and gain free admittance to the Learning Center the
same day to see the quilts!
Hassayampa Lecture Series
Join us Thursday, January 21 as Gail Van Horsen, Kathie VanWinkle, and Hartley Bennett share their
insights on the first rotation of quilts on display as well as modern quilting techniques.
This lecture takes place at noon in the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center and is free to the public.
Gail will expound upon the first rotation of quilts on display.Kathie will speak on quilting today. Hartley
will share her beautiful flower pounding method and how she uses this in her quilts.
Wayne Norton's still life photography exhibition, "Desert Relations," is now on
view in the Museum's Changing Art Gallery.
Roaming the deserts of the American Southwest for the last 30 years, Norton has come into contact
with an abundance of discarded man-made items and natural relics. He uses these found objects,
many of which will also be on display, to invent new stories that express his views and concerns
regarding the ethical and environmental matters facing the desert today.
All the images in the series were made with a single strobe light, and in some cases at least one
reflector was added to create shadow detail or tonal separation in crucial areas of the scene, thus
utilizing distinct shadows and highlights as key compositional components. Images are captured with
a Hasselblad 39ms medium format digital camera. Color files are then converted to grayscale and
optimized in Photoshop with a slight sepia duotone color tint to compliment the rustic subject matter.
Final prints are limited edition, archival pigment.
The exhibition will be on view until February 28, 2016.
Tuesday Talks
The Museum's free public Tuesday Talk, at noon on January 12, features Wayne Norton discussing
his process and exhibition. The event takes place in the Cultural Crossroads Learning Center.
Desert Adventure Tour
The Museum's popular Desert Adventure Tours kick off 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. January 23 and February 4 with a tour
of Wickenburg Guest Ranches. Lunch at Rancho de los Caballeros and transportation are provided. The fee is
$85 for members; $110 for non-members.
Then 9 a.m., February 22 take a trip back in time touring Ghost Towns, visiting Weaverville, Octave, Stanton
and Old Congress town area and cemetery. Lunch is on your own at Nichols West in Congress. Participants
can self-drive or carpool from the Museum. Cost is $35 for members; $55 for non-members.
Space for these tours fill quickly. Call 928-684-2272 to register.
Members Only Event: Grand Canyon
DCWM will host a Museum "Members Only" event: The View from Point SublimeArt of the Grand Canyon, 5 p.m., Thursday, January 28 in the Museum's Learning
Center.
David Lewis, Grand Canyon National Park Ranger Volunteer, will overview this national treasure, with special
emphasis on early canyon explorers and the artists and photographers who accompanied them. A retired
Federal employee, Lewis has devoted his retirement on in-depth study of the art of the Grand Canyon. No
reservations necessary, but membership to the museum is required to enter.
Appraisal Day with Certified and Licensed Appraiser Sean Morton
Wondering if there's a story behind that relic or family heirloom and if it's worth
any money?
Find out Saturday, January 30
DCWM Ranch Dressing Store
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
$20 for first item
$10 for additional items
Five items maximum please.
DCWM Book Club - February
Quilt historians Lenna DeMarco and Anne Hodgkins moderate Carolyn Davis's Desert Trader:
The Life and Quilts of Goldie Tracy Richmond
February 5, 2016.
Discussion begins at noon in the cultural crossroads learning
Center and is
free to the public. Book available for purchase in the Museum
stores.
Lenna DeMarco has been working closely with museum
volunteers to restore the over 30 quilts in the Museum's
permanent collection and get them ready for display in the
exhibit opening January 9.
"Goldie Tracy Richmond, 1896-1972, came to the southern
Arizona desert in 1927 where she and her husband
prospected for gold and ran traplines; and when a bobcat
attached her husband, Goldie strangled it with her bare
hands. At 6'4" and 345 pounds, Goldie was a big woman with
an even bigger heart--through her generosity and compassion she became known as the Angel of the Desert.
Goldie lived in a remote spot in the desert for 40 years where she operated Tracy's Tracing Post, learned the
Tohono O'odham language, and earned a reputation as the most respected trader on the reservation. Goldie
also made original appliqué quilts depicting scenes of daily life of her O'odham neighbors and the Sonoran
Desert. Stories of Goldie's life have become Arizona legends."
Carolyn O'Bagy Davis, a fourth-generation descendant of Utah pioneers, has written fourteen books on the
history of archaeology, quilting, and western history. She earned her B.A. degree in Anthropology from the
University of Arizona in 1971. Carolyn lectures extensively to history, archaeology, and quilting groups around
the country, and has curated many traveling museum exhibits.
Learn more about Carolyn Davis's books here.
For Your Calendar from the West Valley Arts Council
Champion of the Arts
Nominate YOUR Champion Today!
Help the West Valley Arts Council recognize an outstanding community or business
leader, organization or company for their commitment and dedication to supporting
and growing the arts in the West Valley.
NOMINATION FORM
Deadline: January 29, 2016 by 12pm
Diamond Ball
Silent Auction Solicitor
We need people who like to talk to people!! We are in the process of gearing up for
the 2016 Diamond Ball and we need help to secure silent auction items. We have
already sent out requests, but could use help with following up with businesses.
We can always use fresh ideas for auction items as well. So if this sounds like fun
to you, please go to the Volunteer Spot website using the following link:
http://vols.pt/SoW1Uf
Questions: 623.935.6384
Volunteer Opportunities with WVAC
Volunteers
We are in need of Gallery Agents to help us. We have chocolate and coffee at the
Gallery! Check your calendars and pencil yourself in for a shift (or two...or three....)!
Thank you in advance.
Arts HQ Gallery Agent - Tuesday - Friday
Click Here
Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer
not to use your email address, please contact Desiree and she can sign you up
manually
Backyard Concert Series
Lee Perreira- Blues Infused Rock n' Roll
Jan 22nd | 6-8pm
Grab your lawn chairs and join us for an evening of live music under the stars! This
event is FREE and open to the public! WVAC will be selling beer and wine.
The Heritage Clubhouse Lawn | 15210 W. Sweetwater Ave. | Surprise, AZ
MAP IT
West Valley Arts HQ
Paint Night at the Arts HQ
Painted Desert Scene
Jan 15th | 6-8:30pm
BUY ONE GET ONE FREE!!
Paint a Desert Scene in a fun environment from a seasoned artist and teacher who is
both encouraging and entertaining!
$50 per person (Buy One Get One Free) includes: 11x14 gallery wrap canvas with all
painting supplies!! BYOB (You can bring your own food and drinks!!)
Space is limited reserve YOUR spot today!
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza, Surprise, AZ RSVP: 623.935.6384
Mixed Media Workshop with Ronda Miller
Mixed Media Workshop with Ronda Miller
Jan 27th | 5-7:30pm
Jan 30th | 10:30-1pm
$30/ All materials included
Learn the art of mixed-media from Arts HQ artist, Ronda Miller. Create your own 5 x 7
work of art by using altered papers, stamp techniques, and metallic pens. Ronda will
share her techniques for success. You will leave with a finished piece to matte and
frame for a professional looking original work of art!
Reservations: 623.935.6384
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
Call for Art
5th Annual Floral & Botanical Exhibit
Feb 18 - March 24
The West Valley Arts Council is now accepting submissions for the 5th Annual Floral &
Botanical exhibit. This exhibit will feature floral and botanical artwork in a variety of
styles and techniques. Artists are invited to submit original botanical art, including
flowers, herbs, leaves, and plants, etc.
Image by: Barbara Dahlstedt
Application Deadline: Jan 28, 2016
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
Illuminating Joy Through Art: Honoring Black Heritage
ILLUMINATING JOY THROUGH ART: Honoring Black Heritage
Feb 5 - 11
Illuminating Joy through Art: Honoring Black Heritage will feature Paintings, Mixed
Media, Sculpture and Music. The works of Artists, Joseph Beckles, Loretta Pruett,
Bev Janai Myers and Michael Cunningham will be exhibited.
Feb 5th | 6pm
The First Friday event will feature Michael Cunningham, in an interactive talk as he
creates one of his masterpieces.
Feb 6th | 5-9pm
Opening Reception. Refreshments, Music and Introduction of participating artists.
Feb 7th | 12-6pm
Exhibit open for special Sunday hours.
Feb 9th-11th | 10am-5pm
Arts HQ | 16126 N Civic Center Plaza | Surprise, AZ
Upcoming Performances
Arizona Broadway Theatre
8355 W. Peoria Avenue
Peoria, AZ
Carousel
Jan 15th - Feb 14th
When Billy learns Julie is pregnant, he is driven to provide for his new family
and is coerced into being an accomplice to robbery! Caught in the act, he faces
the reality of prison and takes his own life. Fifteen years later, Billy is allowed to
return to earth for one short day to witness the lives of the daughter he never
knew and the wife he left behind.
More Info
Del E. Webb Center for the Performing Arts
1090 S. Vulture Mine Road
Wickenburg, AZ
National Geographic Live! Filmmaker Bob Poole
Jan 21st | 7:30pm
Cinematographer Bob Poole will share film making secrets and the story of the majestic
wildlife and spectacular scenery of Mozambique's Gorongosa National Park. Once
known as the jewel of Africa's parks system, it was almost destroyed by a civil
war. Embark on an awe-inspiring journey as Poole documents the rebirth of this lost
Eden.
$30 | $35 | $40
Under the Streetlamp
Jan 23rd | 7:30pm
Jan 24th | 3pm
The unforgettably entertaining quartet returns with a fresh, new show! Their tight
harmonies and slick dance moves will make you fall in love all over again with classic
hits from the '50s, '60s and '70s in this electrifying concert.
$65 | $70 | $75
Pink Martini with vocalist Storm Large
Jan 27th | 7:30pm
Drawing inspiration from music found all over the world, this self described "little
orchestra" effortlessly transitions from classical music to Latin rhythms and back to
timeless pop, all with a uniquely elegant and sophisticated style.
$65 | $75 | $80 More Info
Theater Works
8355 W. Peoria Avenue
Peoria, AZ
I LOVE YOU, YOU'RE PERFECT, NOW CHANGE
Jan 22nd - Feb 14th
CELEBRATING THE MATING GAME & THE "HAPPILY EVER AFTER"
A musical about that contemporary conundrum known as "the relationship"... from
dating and waiting to love and marriage to the agonies of in-laws, newborns and
trips in the family car. A hilarious tribute to all who have loved and lost and still dare
to ask, "Say, what are you doing Saturday night?"
More Info
West Valley Symphony
Valley Vista Performing Arts Center
15550 N. Parkview Place
Surprise, AZ
Going for Baroque
Jan 17th | 3pm
You've heard them play solos in the overtures and symphonies, now you have the
opportunity to hear them as soloists. Members of the WVS are 'going for Baroque".
More Info
West Valley Art Museum
Peoria City Hall
8401 W. Monroe Street
Peoria, AZ
Twist-Turn-Pierce-Place-Cast-Cave
Art in the Third Dimension
Jan 11 - March 24 | Opening Reception Jan 14th | 4-6pm
This exhibit features six sculptors.
The Mind of the Artist - Joe Tyler
Feb 11th | 5pm
Join the WVAM and local artist Joe Tyler for their popular series, The Mind of the Artist. Joe Tylers goal as an artist is to
give the client, whether public or private, a piece of artwork that they love and feel matches their own vision and dream.
His work is durable, vandal resistant, and designed to last for several generations.
More Info
Artist Opportunities
Call to Artists
Celebration of Artists 2016
On Display: March 28 - May 12
The West Valley Art Museum is now accepting applications for the annual Celebration of
Artists exhibit. An Artists and Awards Reception, open to the public, will be held on
Thursday, March 31 from 4 - 6pm.
Application
Deadline: Feb 19, 2016
West Valley Art Museum | Peoria City Hall | 8401 W Monroe St. | Peoria, AZ
Musical Surprise
16846 W. Bell Road, Suite 106
Surprise, AZ
Term 1 Classes
Jan 18 - March 12
Musical Surprise is the largest music school in the west valley with an active enrollment
of 500 students. Students drive from all over the west valley to take lessons here. While
you are here researching the best school for you, please consider the benefits of
becoming a student at our studio and find out why we are the west valley's #1 choice for
music lessons!
More Info
West Valley Arts Council
Become a Roster Artist TODAY!
West Valley Arts roster artist benefits include: e-blast/social media marketing,
professional development programs/classes and more.
WVAC Roster Artist Form
For more information on any item, e-mail us at: [email protected] or contact Lynn Tagge
at [email protected].