2008 September - December Issue

A newsletter highlighting exhibits and events
arti f acts
September - December 2008
Home is where the art is
Home. Sometimes we have to leave home to find
it. Other times, we just might discover what we’re
looking for in our own backyard.
Home and all its social, cultural and political
permutations beats at the heart of this fall season’s
exhibitions, beginning with a trio opening Saturday,
Sept. 13. It is hoped that the series of exhibits will
encourage visitors to examine how their feelings
and experiences influence the way they think
about place and its significance in today’s highlymobile, often rootless society.
Susan Todd-Raque, guest-curator for Responding
to Home, said the exhibit originated with her
growing awareness that “people are moving
around like crazy.” The exhibition, organized by
the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia,
showcases photographs and mixed-media by
seven Georgia and Florida artists.
Thomas Hart Benton: Prints from the Collection of
Kyle Culley and the Estate of Mary Helen Bohmer
features 19 lithographs on loan to the Appleton.
The prints depict pre-industrial life in rural,
Depression-era America and are prime examples
of democratized art popularized in the 1930s and
1940s by established artists such as Benton, Grant
Wood and John Steuart Curry.
The Heart Gallery of Mid-Florida remains on
display only through Oct. 12. The Heart Gallery,
created in conjunction with the Children’s Home
Society and the Professional Photographers of
North Central Florida, features portraits of children
in the foster-care system who desperately want
and need homes and families of their own.
Responding to Home: Sept. 13-Nov. 9
Thomas Hart Benton: Sept. 13-Nov. 9
Heart Gallery of Mid-Florida: Sept. 13-Oct. 12
Director’s Circle: Sept. 12, 4-5 p.m.
Members Opening: 5:30-7 p.m.
inside
Appleton Cup Invitational
Coming Exhibitions
Recent Exhibitions
Clockwise from top: Judy Morris Lampert, Bobbie’s Kitchen (My Culinary Inspiration), 2007;
Charles J. Hemard III, Reverence, 2003; Hank Margeson, Azeleas, 2006/2007; Hank Margeson,
Little House, 2006/2007; and William Boling, Ribs Loin Lion, 2003.
2 Happenings
2 Donor Spotlight
3 Museum Shop
4 After Hours
5 Trips N’ Tours
5 Calendar
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F rom the director S pecial programs &C oming exhibitions
The Appleton
Museum of Art
welcomes Reutter
and Wilbanks and
a new fall season
There are some significant personnel
changes at the museum, but we will
continue to provide outstanding
opportunities during this time of
transition. Museum Director Robin
McClea left the museum at the end of
June for a new opportunity, and Dr.
Leslie Hammond, coordinator of
curatorial affairs, also left the museum
to pursue a new career direction. We
will miss Robin and Leslie and the
leadership they provided, and we will
fill those critical positions as quickly as
possible. During the transition, Joan
Stearns is providing administrative
leadership for the museum.
As another aspect of this transition,
we are grateful to include David Reutter,
museum registrar, and Korene Wilbanks,
museum educator, among the new
talent team for the Appleton. David is
responsible for the documentation and
preservation of the collections. Korene
promises to bring the Appleton’s
education program, both in the museum
and the community, to a renewed level
of life and vitality.
We are thankful for the patrons,
artists, collectors and generous donors
who continue to help the Appleton to
grow its collection. The Appleton
Museum is a rich regional resource
and its future is bright.
We invite you to enjoy the fall season at
the Appleton.
Dr. Charles Dassance, President
Central Florida Community College
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Appleton Cup Invitational
Saturday, Oct. 18
It has been five years since the last Appleton Cup Invitational hosted by the Florida
Thorobred Fillies in partnership with the Appleton Museum of Art. The October event,
which will be held at the Florida Horse Park, promises to be bigger and better than
ever with silent auction, carriage parade, ceremonial divot stomp, ladies’ hat judging
competition, and, of course, outstanding polo.
In addition, the Appleton will present the first
annual Arthur I. Appleton Award for Visionary
Leadership in recognition of the individual
who best exemplifies qualities of service and
generosity to the Central Florida community.
The nomination deadline is Friday, Sept. 19,
and the nomination form is available at
www.appletonmuseum.org.
VIP admission includes preferred seating,
reception with the players and heavy hors
d’ouvres. Tickets are $60 per person if purchased
by Friday, Oct. 10, or $75 at the gate. Proceeds
benefit the Appleton Museum and Florida
Thorobred Fillies’ charities.
To learn more, please contact Pamela Mock at
352-291-4455, ext. 1294 or [email protected], or
visit www.appletonmuseum.org.
Original artwork © Linda Ballantine Brown, 2008
Winslow Homer In America
Dec. 6-Jan. 18, 2009
The Appleton concludes the “Home is where the art is” fall exhibition theme with a
comprehensive collection of 142 prints from wood engravings by Winslow Homer. The
exhibit, Winslow Homer In America, includes all of the artist’s most popular illustrations
produced during the pre- to post-Civil War years. Homer, considered one of the most
celebrated American artists of the 19th century, is famed for capturing scenes of everyday
American life, focusing on themes of home and family as they intersected and interacted
with society.
Director’s Circle: Friday, Dec. 5, 4-5 p.m.
Members Opening: 5:30-7 p.m.
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Recent exhibitions
The Appleton 2008 Biennial
The juried exhibition began in 2004 as a way to showcase
regional artists who offer a new or fresh perspective on traditional
subjects and materials. To date, the biennials have highlighted
the works of 25 extraordinary artists, including those selected
for the recent exhibit: Bill James of Ocala, Ron Haase of Melrose,
Joyce McAdams of Edgewater and Steffen Mittelhaeuser of
Orange Park.
In its feature about the exhibition, the Star-Banner reported that
the “four regional artists selected to display their work at the
Appleton Museum of Art aren’t just painters. They tell stories,
illustrate scenes, piece together images and capture the land and
space around us.”
Joyce McAdams of Edgewater, above center, discusses her artwork with fellow Biennial artist, Ron
Haase of Melrose (left) and his wife during the exhibition opening in June. At right, members enjoy
refreshments in the lobby during the opening.
Sixth Congressional District
Art Competition
The Appleton hosted an opening reception and awards
presentation last May in recognition of the student artists
participating in the Sixth Congressional District Art Competition.
This year’s first place honors went to Caitlin Zalmanoff of
West Port High School for her photographic work. Heather
Foster of Vanguard High School won second place for her
body of work, and Allison Leeward of Belleview High School
took third place. Victoria Nelson of St. Johns County Day
School received honorable mention.
Marion County students took top honors. Clockwise
from left: Caitlin Zalmanoff, West Port High School,
won for her photography; Heather Foster, Vanguard
High School, was honored for her body of work; and
Allison Leeward, Belleview High School, received
third place.
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Caitlin’s work will be displayed at the nation’s capital for one
year along with first-place winners from all other congressional
districts. The exhibit was on display through May 25 along
with the annual Young in Art showcase of Marion County
student works. The duo exhibitions attracted nearly 1,100
visitors. Congratulations to all who participated.
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H appenings
Family Day: Out of Africa
After Hours: Latin Jazz
Hundreds turned out on
April 19 to enjoy a full day of
fun and excitement featuring
performances by the Kuumar
Dancers and Drummers,
storytelling, family-friendly
videos and a veritable beehive
of make-it-take-it activities
led by art educators from
Marion and Citrus county
schools. Activities for the
day were built around the
Appleton’s significant African
collection, which spans most
of the cultures of west and
central Africa.
Le Monde Quintet had many visitors on their feet during the
final After Hours of the season last May. The weather was
perfect for the courtyard performance. Be sure to read all about
the 2008/2009 season on page 6 of this newsletter.
Star-Banner Features Editor David Moore and his son,
Grayson, enjoyed some of the hands-on activities.
The Star-Banner and OcalaMom.com helped sponsor
the event. Below, members of the Kuumba Dancers
entertained in the courtyard.
During After Hours last May, Le Monde Quintet got members of the audience up on their feet including,
below left, Appleton Docent George Custer and his impromptu dance partner Vicky Gonzalez of
Ocala Volvo.
Volunteer Spotlight
fall. There is only one word to describe what’s planned for these
programs: FUN.
During the 2007-2008 season, our volunteers contributed 4,800
hours working in every area of the museum. And there was no
summer slow down for our docent interpreters who, during June
and July, gave guided tours to approximately 300 visitors.
Kudos to Mary Papas, gift shop volunteer, for logging 204
hours to top the list of nine volunteers who donated more than
100 hours last year. And a great, big thank you goes to Bob
Cubbage,who has been instrumental in helping with the Appleton’s
After Hours. Mr. Cubbage, himself a talented pianist, volunteers as
sound engineer for the live musical performances, making sure each
is as pitch-perfect as possible. Though he now lives in Dunnellon,
Mr. Cubbage ran his own production facility in New York City for
more than 20 years and has worked as audio consultant and master
editor for RCA and others.
Bob Cubbage, Appleton volunteer, helping make music
magic during a recent After Hours.
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If you are already a
volunteer or would
like to join our
volunteer corps,
Museum Educator
Korene Wilbanks
can use your help
working with
children ranging
in age from 4 to 14
during a series of
Saturday Art Craft
programs this
Please help us welcome back Frank Nolander, one of our dedicated
docents, who had been absent from the museum due to illness. It’s
great to have him back in the galleries.
– Cara Johnson, volunteer coordinator, 352-291-4455, ext. 1836, or
[email protected]
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and eventshighlighting
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- December
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2007
Donor Spotlight
Saying farewell
From time to time, the museum borrows works from local collectors
to showcase in limited exhibitions, such as the Thomas Hart Benton
lithographs currently on loan from Kyle Culley.
Robin Muse McClea was recognized for her many
accomplishments during a farewell reception in June.
Mrs. McClea, former education director at the Barnes
in Philadelphia, joined the Appleton in October
2005. Under her direction, the museum began its
accreditation process, launched a collections inventory
reconciliation and completed significant facilities
improvements. She also helmed the museum during
the Appleton’s most successful single exhibit, Diana,
Princess of Wales: Dresses for a Cause.
Occasionally, the Appleton is fortunate enough to accept gifts which become
part of the museum’s permanent collection. During the past year, the Appleton
accepted several such gifts, including a Wedgwood plaque from the estate of
longtime museum supporter Ruby Fielding; a triptych of lithographs from
artist Jeffrey Spalding in memory of Judith Days, Jessica Harper and William
Harper; a gelatin silver print gifted by Arthur I. Appleton’s grandchildren in
tribute to their late grandfather; and an oil on canvas painting by contemporary
Norwegian artist Anki King, given to the museum by collector and friend of
the Appleton, Jay Shaw.
Another gift of art recently accepted by the Appleton is a collection of 21
lithographs by a number of artists including Vasarely, Dali, Olendburg and
Calder. The collection was exhibited as a companion to Tapestries in the fall
of 2006.
This extraordinary collection, now partially on display in the Appleton’s
contemporary galleries, was a gift of Dr. and Mrs. Frank and Christine
Hildner. It had originally been acquired through a collector/dealer friend and
hung in the couple’s Miami home, where the prints suited their South Florida
palette. However, when they moved to Ocala, the Hildners decided their
collection could be put to better use elsewhere. Some pieces were auctioned
at Christie’s while the remainder of the collection came to the Appleton. The
Hildners have been Appleton members since 1997 and said they hope their
gift to the museum will inspire others to do the same.
For more information on how to give a gift of art, please request an Acquisition
Questionnaire to be completed and submitted to our Collections Committee.
– Pamela Mock, development officer, 352-291-4455, ext. 1294, or [email protected]
Robin Muse McClea (far right) with, from left, Joan Stearns, executive director for college
and community relations; former Ocala Mayor E.L. Foster; and former Ocala Mayor and
charter Appleton member, Jim Kirk.
Museum Shop
We have an extensive collection of estate jewelry
which will go on sale in mid-September. The selection
features jewelry of all types, including many rings
in various settings and sizes of semi-precious stones,
turquoise, lapis, coral and freshwater pearls. These
pieces will be available for a limited time, so hurry
in for the best selection.
Interested in the ideal holiday gift? The estate
jewelry is a perfect complement to our museum
reproduction jewelry and one-of-a kind glass heart
necklaces designed by Sweet Magnolia Studio.
Also, we have plenty of art-inspired umbrellas with
matching fashion tote bags, a good selection of art
games and children’s books, art and travel books,
and CDs.
Mark your calendar now for Thursday, Dec. 11,
when the Museum Shop will be open late. You’ll
enjoy a unique shopping experience as costumed
carolers stroll through the lobby, helping ring in the
holiday season. Admission is free and remember,
museum members always enjoy a 10 percent discount
on shop purchases of $5 and more.
Dr. Frank Hildner and Christine Hildner, above center and right, during a donor appreciation reception.
September - December 2008
– Shirley Knox, gift shop manager, 352-291-4455, ext. 1841,
or [email protected]
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A fter hours
T rips ‘n tours
After Hours
Masterpiece Graphics
Based on participation surveys conducted
last spring, and mindful of the need for
sustainability, the Appleton will offer a
four-program season starting Thursday,
Sept. 11, with the return of the very
popular Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band.
Join us on Friday, Sept. 19, when we head to Tampa
for an engaging docent-led tour of the Graphicstudio
at the University of South Florida. Here you will
learn about the art of replicating an artist’s work
to the finest detail with extreme accuracy (for both
two- and threedimensional
masterpieces).
This little Big Band of nine former Disney
and Rosie O’Grady musicians has been
Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band
together for nearly 20 years and has recorded
12 CDs. The band uses a five-horn front line and performs just about everything from
Jelly Roll Morton to Count Basie and all the stops in between.
We are thrilled to announce that the one and only Dick Hyman joins us for an
evening of fine music and fine art on Thursday, Oct. 16. Mr. Hyman is a master of
every significant American piano style of the 20th century. Indeed, his career spans
more than six decades and includes tours with the
Benny Goodman Orchestra, Mitch Miller, Percy Faith
and Arthur Godfrey.
Dick Hyman
Mr. Hyman has recorded more than 100 solo albums
and was composer, arranger, conductor and pianist for
a dozen Woody Allen films including “Zelig,” “Hannah
and Her Sisters” and “Mighty Aphrodite.” His other scores
include “Moonstruck,” for which he won several awards,
and his music is also featured in “The Mask,” “Billy
Bathgate” and “Two Weeks Notice.”
On Thursday, March 5, Spanish-born duo-pianists Elena
Martin and Jose Meliton will perform music composed by
Isaac Albeniz specifically for two pianos. Both hold the Titulo
Superior de Piano from the Real Conservatorio Superior de
Musica de Madrid and have performed throughout the world
(most recently in South Africa, Hong Kong, The Netherlands, Costa Rica and Germany).
The cost for this daytrip is $75 for museum members,
$85 for nonmembers.
Art Basel in Miami
We wrap up the season on Friday, May 8, the only Friday
performance in the series, with the return of Ya Gozo Latin
Jazz Band.
Elena Martin and Jose Meliton
New for the coming season: If you’ve ever wished you
could learn more from the musicians about their careers and inspirations, we plan to
offer an audience participation/questionand-answer component. After Hours will
continue to partner with area nonprofits to
provide information about key community
programs and services.
Ya Goza Latin Jazz Band
Next we head to
St. Petersburg
to whet our
appetites for all
things Spanish,
including
lunch at the
Columbia
Restaurant,
which offers
an equally
delicious view
Salvador Dali, The Discovery of America by
of the bay.
Christopher Columbus, 1958/1959
From there we’ll
visit the Salvador Dali Museum of Art, where docents
will guide us through the special exhibition focused on
Dali’s view of the feminine figure. The 70 images in
this exhibition span Dali’s career, including his days
as a student.
Mark your calendar for Dec. 2-5, and join us for
our invitation-only opportunity to view Art Basel in
Miami, the world’s premier international show for
modern and contemporary works, before it opens to
the public. In addition,
there will be plenty of
other treats, such as a
visit to Viscaya.
– Sue Primeau, trip
specialist, 352-291-4456
or [email protected]
As always, doors open and food service
begins at 5 p.m. with music set for 6 p.m.
Admission is $5 for members, $10 for non
members; food and drink are available at
an extra charge (cash only).
*For September and October performances, off-site parking with a free shuttle is available at
Scudder’s Gallery Square, 4645 E. Silver Springs Blvd., across the boulevard from the main
entrance to Lowe’s.
Images courtesy the
Salvador Dali Museum
in St. Petersburg, Fla.
Salvador Dail, Portrait of Gala, 1932
– Laura Byrnes, events/marketing coordinator, 352-291-4455, ext. 1835 or [email protected]
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A newsletter highlighting exhibits
A newsletter
and eventshighlighting
Septemberexhibits
- December
and events
2007
C alendar
S taff news and notes
Appleton Calendar
Dates and times subject to change. Please call 352-291-4455 or visit www.appletonmuseum.org
for the latest information. Also, videos are shown each Sunday unless otherwise noted.
SEPTEMBER
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10 a.m.
11
12
Museum re-opens to the public
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10 a.m.
5-9 p.m.
After Hours: Bill Allred’s Classic Jazz Band
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4-5 p.m.
Director’s Circle, Responding to Home,
Thomas Hart Benton and Heart Gallery
Closing Responding to Home and Thomas
Hart Benton
12
5:30 p.m.
13
Opening
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NOVEMBER
15
TBA
Anki King, artist
Members Opening, Responding to Home,
Thomas Hart Benton and Heart Gallery
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TBA
Anki King, artist
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10:30 a.m.
Responding to Home, Thomas Hart Benton
and Heart Gallery
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Closed
OCTOBER
Closing
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5-9 p.m.
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2 p.m.
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Heart Gallery of Mid-Florida
After Hours: Dick Hyman
Appleton Polo Invitational (Florida Horse Park)
10:30 a.m. Art Craft (ages 10-14)
Thanksgiving Day
5
4-5 p.m.
5
5:30 p.m.
6
Opening
Winslow Homer In America
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5-8 p.m.
Holiday Open House
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Closed
Staff News & Notes
Please welcome two new additions to the
Appleton staff. Korene Wilbanks started
as museum educator on July 1. She moved
to Ocala from Virginia Beach and has a
master’s degree in art history from Virginia
Commonwealth University in Richmond,
Va. Her museum background includes work
as gallery art specialist and state archivist,
developing outreach programs for the
Library of Virginia as well as educational
programs for the Museum of the Confederacy,
and serving on the board of directors of the
Chautauqua Art Association Galleries in New
York. Contact the educator at 352-291-4455,
ext. 1613, or [email protected].
David Reutter joined the Appleton as our
new registrar on Aug. 4. Prior to coming
New Appleton employees (from left) David Reutter here he served for three years as registrar
and Korene Wilbanks. at the Contemporary Art Museum at the
University of Florida where he earned his master’s in art history. A native of Iowa,
he has been in Florida six years and said the Appleton and its larger, diverse collection
offered an exciting opportunity to him as an art historian. Contact the registrar at
352-291-4455, ext. 1605, or [email protected].
The Appleton said goodbye in June to the museum’s director, Robin Muse McClea,
and curator, Dr. Leslie Hammond. Both have moved on to other projects, and we
wish them well.
September - December 2008
Art Craft (families with children ages 4-7)
DECEMBER
10:30 a.m. Art Craft (ages 6-9)
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Family Day
September - December 2007
Director’s Circle, Winslow Homer In America
Members Opening, Winslow Homer In
America
Christmas Day
Webber Center
Gallery at CFCC
EXHIBITION SCHEDULE
Sept. 12-Oct. 25
Resonating Fields: The Photography
of Lois Greenfield
Definitive collection of Lois Greenfield’s pioneering
work in dance photography. Reception: Tuesday,
Sept. 16, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Nov. 7-Dec. 6
Best of the Season 2008
Juried exhibit features the best work of by members
of the Visual Artists’ Society, the local artist
association of Central Florida Community
College. Reception: Friday, Nov. 7, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
Dec. 13-30
Trains at the Holidays
In its 13th year, this annual exhibit has become a
holiday tradition for all who love model railroads.
Reception: Saturday, Dec. 13, noon-2 p.m.
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Museum library: check it out
Did you know that the Appleton Museum of Art has one of the most
comprehensive art and art history libraries in the region? The Appleton’s
collection of books and periodicals is available for members’ use Tuesday
through Friday from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment. For
information or to arrange an appointment, contact Korene Wilbanks,
museum educator, at 352-291-4455, ext. 1613, or [email protected].
About this newsletter
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environmentally-friendly, soy-based ink. Artifacts is published three
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please contact Laura Byrnes, Artifacts editor, at 352-291-4455, ext. 1835,
or [email protected].
Photo by Jim Jernigan courtesy the Ocala/Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
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reasonable accommodations for you, or visit our ticket counter in the museum lobby for assistance.
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A newsletter highlighting exhibits and events September – December 2008