Yours in service, Marian Bickerstaff 410-208-2508

CELEBRATING 50 YEARS IN 2013!
502 94th ST, P. O. Box 3503 Ocean City, MD 21843
410.524.9433
[email protected]
www.artleagueofoceancity.org
Gallery Hours:
Daily —11 am -4 pm Office Hours—Mon-Fri—9-4
Sep—Oct, 2013
A Message from your President…
The Ocean City Center for the Arts was humming with lots of activities this summer and it’s hard to believe an-­
other season is upon us already. The ALOC partnered with the OC Recreation and Parks to bring art camp activ-­
ities to over 170 children during the months of July and August. Not only did the kids enjoy creating paintings, sculptures, jewelry and more, but their parents and grandparents were also introduced to our beautiful new facility.
Then, over 50 painters from as far away as California swarmed in for our “Paint OC Paint Out”, a plein air event. If you missed the wet paint sale and the quick draw sale on the boardwalk, be sure to drop into the gallery during September to see how they captured the Ocean City area scenery. Thank you to Emily Schwab and her committee who worked hard to make this a great experience for the artists.
As we think “fall”, I hope you will enjoy visiting 10 fabu-­
lous homes that are lined up for the 9 th annual Sand Cas-­
tle Home Tour on September 19-20th as well as the kickoff cocktail party on September 11th at the home of Jim and Jan Perdue. If you haven’t made your reservations there is still time. This is the ALOC’s main fundraiser which will now be used for operating our wonderful new facility. It is exciting to see all the interest in new classes and workshops, including a dramatic pick-up in art sales and committees are lining up schedules for the coming year. Do you have some extra time on your hands? Consider volunteering to be a home tour or gallery docent, class assistant, library organizer, reception server, work on a committee or become a board member. We need all kinds of volunteer talent to accomplish our mission. Don’t wait to be asked, give us a call!
Yours in service, Marian Bickerstaff
410-208-2508
Try the QR code shown at left. Scan with your smart phone (and a QR reader app) for a new
way to access the ALOC’s website.
Voted Best Art Gallery in Ocean City
Spot Light
Gallery Artist
WHO’S WHO IN THE ART LEAGUE— Jamie Albright September
Carl Forsberg
October
Marian Bickerstaff
Jamie Albright, one of our new board members, grew up in Niagara Falls, NY, working with her father in the tourism industry - that means working all summer, and being de-­
pendent on the weather and the vacation needs of the typical American family. After college, she was anxious to move away from small town life and go to a big city. She moved to Washington, DC, had a career in the retail in-­
dustry and later met her husband, Jeff, who lived and worked in the tourism industry in Ocean City. Jamie found herself moving back to a tourism-oriented small town and loving it! Jeff and Jamie have lived in Caines Woods for 27 years, and have a son, Adam. Jamie is very involved with her business at Planet Maze and Lasertron at 33rd Street. She also works with the OC Chamber of Commerce and other local committees in helping to bring more visitors and viability to Ocean City.
Since joining our board, Jamie uses her talents in fundraising and special events. This is her 4th year co-chairing the Sandcastle Home Tour Cocktail Party, which is grow-­
ing bigger every year. “I am excited to see the Art League and the Center of the Arts gain a wider audience,” says Jamie. “I think, as people see this center become a reality, they want to be a part of it. And it is not just a place for paintings, but for pottery, theater and music in Ocean City.
Jamie likes to play mahjong and tennis, and travel;; she is looking forward to a river cruise in France, after the sea-­
son, of course.
~ Stasia Heubeck
MEETING ROOM SPACE AVAILABLE The new Ocean City Center for the Arts has multi-purpose meeting rooms available for group rentals, as well as the outside courtyard and grove areas, and the entire gallery for larger functions. Call the ALOC for details.
2013 ALOC BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President – Marian Bickerstaff 410-208-2508
1st V. President – Emily Schwab 302-536-5335
2nd V. Pres. – Katy Durham 410-289-7340
Treasurer – Peter Gibson 410-600-0055
C. Secretary – Barbara Melone 302-436-9179
R. Secretary - Emmy Challenger 410-352-3479
Kim Wagner 410-723-2844
Ann Terrell 410-208-6911
Lisi Ruczynski 410-208-0432
Michele Fager 410-352-5641
Judy Tremellen 410-213-0154
Jamie Albright 410-250-5073
Gayle Widdowson 410-352-5709
Karen Tomasello
410-430-3227
Art
Adventure Camp
A highlight of summer for the Art League is always our children’s art programs. This year the building was filled with the joy of kids making art for four weeks, during Art Adventure Camp. One hundred seventy-three children ages 5-13 participated in the program. The camp was held in partnership with the Town of Ocean City Recreation Department, which han-­
dled the registrations and provided the t-shirts, goody bags, and awards. Art Adventure Camp was held at the new Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th Street. The daily activities included a variety of projects, such as: painting, drawing, mixed media, fiber arts, clay, jewelry making, and sculpture. The kids got a chance to make their own felt, build sculpture out of ordinary materials like cereal boxes, tooth picks, and paper clips;; learn coil and slap clay techniques;; and express themselves through their artwork. Each four-day ses-­
sion concluded with an art reception featuring their work.
The counselors were accomplished teachers Kathi Ste-­
vens, Natalee Palmer, and Angela Pierce, and they were assisted by Monika Lilley and Katie Rosinski. Some of the children had participated in previous years and had been part of the “fish project,” an installation art piece on display at the Art Center. Others signed up for one week and enjoyed it so much they returned for subsequent weeks. Thanks go out to the guest art-­
ists and volunteers who came out and assisted: Barba-­
ra Doyle Schmid, Stasia Heubeck, George Hamaty, Re-­
becca Morgan, Elizabeth Galloway, Sharon Hilty, and Betty Everson. Our gratitude to OC recreation supervi-­
sor Al “Hondo” Handy, who has been inspiring young people in Ocean City for 33 years and to Kate Gaddis for her help coordinating the camp. Mark your calen-­
dars for next year’s Art Adventure Camp and be sure to check out the new Ocean City Center for the Arts for year round art classes for kids and adults.
Rina Thaler, Executive Director
Upcoming 2013 Workshops & Classes
Register by calling 410.524.9433 or online at www.artleagueofoceancity.org
September 23-25, 2013 — “Watercolor Workshop” with well-known Eastern Shore Artist, Willie Crockett—10-4 each day, $175 members/$220 non-members. His workshops are always popular and fill up quickly. His paintings are rec-­
ognized as among the most honest portrayals of the Chesa-­
peake’s drama and beauty. Best known for his wildlife art, Willie transmits to his paintings an ever fresh view of the Eastern Shore landscape, the wildfowl and the marsh. The artist makes his home in historic Onancock, Virginia, where he welcomes guests to his studio and gallery. Visit his web-­
site at www.williecrockett.com. Coming in 2014!
Feb. 3 - 5 — Oil Painting with Kirk McBride
$200 members/$250 non-members
March — Painting Animals with Lynne Lockhart
Details soon
April 26 - 27 — Jewelry Making with Sue Stockman
10:00—3:00 Sat. & 10:00—2:00 Sun.
May 5 - 9 — Adventures in Creativity & Collage with Nita Leland
$375 members/$470 non-members
October 27 - 31 — Landscape Watercolor Workshop with Don Andrews
October 12-14, 2013 — “Reinventing the Still Life with Mixed Media” with Tara Funk Grim — 9–4 on Saturday and Sunday;; 9-2 on Monday. $240 members/$300 non-members. Painting in acrylic and collage, students will translate subjects into a more abstract, inventive and powerfully visual state-­
ment. Emphasis is on line, shape, imaginative color and sur-­
face complexity. Previous painting experience is necessary. Visit her website at www.tarafunkgrim.com.
November 19-22, 2013, 9:30 am — 4:30 pm, “Watercolor Secrets Revealed” with Tom Lynch, $360 members/$430 non-members. The overall objective of this workshop is to show the vast range and flexibility of watercolor and to put emotion and conviction into painting by exploring, experi-­
menting, and developing the creativity of each individual. You will be given a goal to accomplish each day with daily demon-­
strations, detailed instruction of how and why and a positive critique session. Note: This workshop has a special cancella-­
tion policy. Visit Tom’s website at www.tomlynch/.com. September Classes
Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24 (Tuesdays) and Sept. 5, 12, 26 (Thursdays) Pottery for Adults & Teens, Kids 3:30 pm — 5:00 pm, Adults 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm $35 members/$40 non-members. Sign up for 6 sessions for $180 for members/$216 for non-members. Students will explore hand building and wheel throwing techniques to make finished pieces of pottery, which they will glaze. Pieces will be fired for them. Instructor Eric Hertiz will work will all levels of students from beginner to more advanced. Sept. 11 7:00 — 9:00 pm Brushes & Bubbly Bring your friends, a snack, and an adult beverage and enjoy a fun, stressfree evening of painting. We supply canvases, paints, brushes, cups, music and an artist to guide you. Complete a work of art in one night. No prior experience necessary! Instructor: Kathi Stevens.
Sept. 16 9:30 am — Sept. 18 2:00 pm Beginners and Beyond Watercolor $75 members/$90 non-members
Topics for this month are: Dunes of the Atlantic coast, ocean water techniques, and action figures drawn with paintbrush and paint to place in scenes — people on the beach, on workboats, on city streets. Instructor: Barbara Schmid.**
Sept. 23 10:00 am — Sept. 25 4:00 pm Watercolor Painting Workshop, Instructor: Willie Crockett (see previous page under workshops).
Sept. 25 — 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm Pasta & Pottery: Enjoy a delicious pasta dinner with wine, then make a pasta bowl out of clay in our pottery studio. You will be able to complete a bowl in one session. Instructor: Eric Hertz. Fee includes pasta dinner and pottery studio instruction. $50 for members/$55 for non-members;; cost without dinner is $35 for mem-­
bers, $40 non-members.
October Classes
Oct. 7 9:30 am — Oct 9 2:00 pm Beginners and Beyond Watercolor $75 members/$90 non-members
Topics for this month are: Rice paper technique. You will need Elmer’s glue and 1/4 sheet of watercolor paper. Instruc-­
tor will provide your first sheet of rice paper. The prepared rice paper will be a background for your choice of painting. Simple themes are best — birds, bamboo, florals, fruits, etc. Instructor: Barbara Schmid.**
Oct. 9 7:00 pm — 9:00 pm Brushes & Bubbly Bring your friends and an adult beverage and enjoy a fun, stress-free evening of painting. We supply canvases, paints, brushes, cups, music and an artist to guide you. Complete a work of art in one night. No prior experience necessary! Instructor: Kathi Stevens.
Oct. 12 9:00 am — Oct. 14 4:00 pm Reinventing the Still Life with Mixed Media , Instructor: Tara Funk Grim (see previous page under workshops).
Oct. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (Tuesdays) and Oct. 3, 10, 17, 24 (Thursdays) Pottery for Adults & Teens, Kids 3:30 pm — 5:00 pm, Adults 6:00 pm — 8:00 pm $35 members/$40 non-members. Sign up for 6 sessions for $180 for members/
$216 for non-members. Students will explore hand building and wheel throwing techniques to make finished pieces of pottery, which they will glaze. Pieces will be fired for them. Instructor Eric Hertiz will work will all levels of students from beginner to more advanced. Oct. 23 5:00 pm — 8:00 pm Pasta & Pottery: Enjoy a delicious pasta dinner with wine, then make a pasta bowl out of clay in our pottery studio. You will be able to complete a bowl in one session. Instructor: Eric Hertz. Fee includes pasta dinner and pottery studio instruction. $50 for members/$55 for non-members;; cost without dinner is $35 for members, $40 non-members
Note: The “Beginners and Beyond” water-­
color class will present the 6th annual ex-­
hibit of the groups’ work at the Ocean Pines library. The exhibit will run from November 1st through November 30th during regular library hours. DROP IN AND PAINT!
All Media — Every Thursday — 10:00 to 1:00
Watercolor — Sept. 3rd, 10th, 24th & Oct. 15th, 29th — 11:00 to 2:00
Participants in “Mosaics—the Ultimate Art of Recycling” workshop with Sue Stockman. Join us for our opening receptions the first Friday of every month. Free and open to the public, it’s a wonderful opportunity to meet the artists. Complimentary refresh-­
ments will be served. The plein air works painted on August 9 & 10 were judged by tal-­
ented watercolor artist Jeanne Landau and prizes were awarded. The winners were: Cheryl Wisbrock, 1st place;; Dorothy Harrison Braun, 2nd place;; Dennis Young, 3rd place. Honorable Mentions went to Debra Howard, Lissa Abrams, and Tinsel Hughes.
Twenty-two artists participated on August 11 in a quick draw event held on Ocean City’s boardwalk next to the Life Saving Sta-­
tion Museum. The quick draw winners were: Ann Crostic, 1st place;; Ann Schaefer, 2nd place;; Cheryl Wisbrock, 3 place;; Valerie Witowski, Honorable Mention. The judge for the quick draw was Michel Demanche from Salisbury University.
The plein air paintings will be on exhibit at the OC Center for the Arts during the month of September.
Opening Reception - Friday, October 4, 2013 - 5-7 pm
Photography
Galleria—Invitational Artist Group
October’s galleria photography show offers photographers the opportunity to exhibit their work in a professional gallery. Subject matter for this show is artist’s choice. In addition to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd cash prizes, an additional prize of $100 in memory of photographer Rick Maloof will be provided by the Ocean Pines Camera Club. The judge will be David Ganoe. Drop off dates are Sunday, Sept. 29 2-4 pm and Monday, Sept. 30 10-12 pm.
The Somerset County Arts Council in Crisfield, MD has invited any plein air painters in our region to paint and sell at “Dock Day on the Bay” Saturday, Sept. 28, 2013 from 10 to 4. This is a day to honor the Eastern Shore Maritime Heritage — a family day with food demonstrations, displays, activities and the blessing of the fleet. Location is Somerset Cove marina. If interested, call Ear-­
lene Coulbourne at 410-968-2787 for more information.
Artistry in Motion
October 26, 2013 6:00 pm — 9:00 pm
A gala evening to celebrate and support the Arts. Performances by members of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra. Heavy hor d’oeuvres and open bar. Proceeds benefit the Art League of Ocean City and the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra. Black tie optional.
Marian Bickerstaff with 1st Place painting, “City Lights.” The August Abstract Art exhibit also featured 2nd Place winner Barbara Kirchner, 3rd Place winner Brigitte Bowden and an Honorable Mention for Peggy Warfield.
ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE
The artist in residence for the month of September will be Fay Kempton. Fay’s art includes watercolor and acrylic painting, dichroic glass and jewelry. The artist in residence for the month of October will be Paige Ruby. Ongoing artist displays include handmade pottery by Erik Hertz, original watercolor paintings by Dorothy Harrison Braun, fine art abstract paint-­
ings by Faith Lord, and oils and watercolors by Tinsel Hughes.
MEMBER NEWS
Judy Benton’s art w o rk — a blend of contemporary, impressionistic, abstract & realistic art — will be on dis-­
play during Sept. and Oct. at the Ocean Pines Library.
Aina Nammack’s art w o rk can be seen at the Biggs Museum of American Art in Dover, DE through Oct. 13 and at the Chestertown River Arts show Sept. 5—Sept. 29.
Ann Zahn’s art w ork w ill be show n at the “Art Cart” Saving the Legacy show at the Corcoran Gallery 3` in Washington, DC Sept. 11 — Sept. 29. She’ll also be a speaker at the IONA Senior Center in WDC on Sept. 12
Phyllis Jaffe’s “Our Lady of Perpetual Exhaustion” will be on exhibit at the Watergate Gallery in Washington, DC starting Sept. 5 for one month. She has other paint-­
ings on exhibit in the Annmarie Gardens and Art Center, Solomon and at the Pohanka Mercedes-Benz office, Salisbury, MD.
2013 Sand Castle Home Tour September 19—20, 2013
Docents wanted — Get a group of your friends or members of other organizations to show off one of the homes and receive a $10 reduction in your ticket price!
P. O. Box 3503
Ocean City, MD 21843
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2013 Exhibit Schedule
MARCH—Guest Artist—Patrick Henry
& Artist Choice, All Media in Galleria
First Friday Reception Mar 1, 5-7 pm
APRIL—Artist’s Choice, Juried Show—All Media
& Ocean Pines Camera Club in Galleria
Sunday Reception Apr 5, 2-4 pm
MAY—Landscape—Best Use of Light
& Fiber Arts in Galleria
First Friday Reception May 3, 5-7 pm
JUNE—Mixed Media—2D & 3 D
& A Young Artist Show in Galleria
First Friday Reception Jun 7, 5-7 pm
JULY—Artist’s Choice, Juried Show—All Media
First Friday Reception Jul 5, 5-7 pm
AUGUST—Abstract Art—2 D
First Friday Reception Aug 2, 5-7 pm
SEPTEMBER—Plein Air Paintings
First Friday Reception Sept 6, 5-7 pm
OCTOBER—Photography
First Friday Reception Oct 4, 5-7 pm
NOVEMBER– DEC—Members Only Holiday Show
Starving Artist Supper, Nov. 1, 5-7 pm
DECEMBER—First Friday Reception Dec 6, 5-7 pm”
First Friday Reception, Dec. 7, 5-7 pm
CORPORATE SPONSORS
Please support our sponsors
$500 Corporate Patrons:
Glitter & Gold Elks Lodge #2645 of OC
Kay Ayres Interior Design, Inc.
$250 Corporate Sponsors: Bayside Skillet BJ’s on the Water Bonfire Restaurant
Berlin Interventional Pain Management
Candy Kitchen Shoppes
Delmarva Power
Harrison Group Kendall’s Furnishings Lombardi’s Restaurant Mann Properties Maryland Coast Towing Jan Perdue
Planet Maze/Lasertron Sea Quest Fashions
Ocean City Hotel Motel Association
$150 Corporate Friends:
Atlantic Dental Associates
Ayres, Jenkins, Gordy & Almond
Bank of OC
Nancy Barrett Clarion Resort
Coconut Times Framing Corner ish Boutique
Captain’s Table Restaurant
The Hobbit
Barbara Melone
Insurance Management Group Paco’s Paradise
Rick Meehan & Katy Durham
Old Pro Golf
Ocean City Parrothead Club Snapdragon
Robin Walter Salon & Spa Rox Beach Weddings
South Moon Under
Friends In-Kind of the ALOC: Atlantic Planning & Development, Inc.
Chesapeake Landscaping
Clean Team
Cleaning Management Services
D3Corp.