The Inauguration of the 47th Governor Tom Wolf will include a special exhibit at the State Museum of Pennsylvania in Harrisburg featuring both iconic artists from Pennsylvania’s history and the works of a diverse array of talented living artists from across the state.

In addition to world-renowned artists from Pennsylvania such as Andy Warhol, Andrew Wyeth, and Thomas Eakins, the exhibit will include “The Dressing Gown,” an oil painting by Brad Clever of Chambersburg, PA.

Submissions for possible inclusion in the exhibit were requested by special invitation from nearly 50 Pennsylvania museums and organizations, including the Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro (AAGW), whose successful Destination ARTS! project has resulted in five art galleries and free live music every weekend  in downtown Waynesboro over the past two years.  Brad Clever’s paintings have been featured in Gallery 50, 50 W. Main St., Waynesboro, PA since the inception of Destination ARTS! in July 2013.

“Fewer than 50 arts organizations were invited to participate and those included the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Carnegie Museum, and the Brandywine Museum, so it was a real honor for us to even be asked to submit art for this exhibit” notes Andrew Sussman, Board President and Founder of AAGW and Destination ARTS! “Only 55 artists are featured from around the state, including the iconic ones, so to have one of our submissions accepted is very exciting and a fantastic acknowledgement of Brad Clever’s talent!”

Upon hearing the news, Clever stated,  “I am so honored to have been asked to participate in this exhibition, and to have my work displayed with my fellow contemporary artists, but most of all to have it hang beside the Pennsylvania masters of the past 250 years. I hope I am worthy.”

Brad Clever has been painting still life themes for over 25 years and gained national recognition in galleries spanning the country. from the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts in Hagerstown, MD., to galleries and exhibitions in New York City, Washington, D.C., South Carolina, Florida, California, Illinois and Ohio, Clever’s work has touched diverse populations since the early 1980s.

He has won several awards for his work, including the 2013 Best of Show at the Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition at Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. In addition, Clever’s work has been featured in American Artist magazine and The Artists Magazine.

Marjorie Tressler, curator of Destination ARTS! Gallery 50, says that “Brad Clever is one of the finest artists I have known. His still life paintings are beautiful, consistent in quality, with strong compositions, precision in detail and use of color. I never tire of viewing his paintings and always find one detail I did not see before.”

The exhibition is fantastic in its scope and diversity and presents works by artists past and present, from all walks of life, and from communities all across the state.  The exhibit will continue to be on display during regular museum hours through February 15, 2015.

For more information about Destination ARTS! visit www.artsalliancegw.org

 

PARTICIPATING ARTISTS IN THE INAUGURAL EXHIBITION

Aaron Henry Gorson, Pittsburgh

Andrew Wyeth, Chadds Ford

Andy Warhol, Pittsburgh

Arthur Sprague, Erie

Barbara Chase-Riboud, Philadelphia

Barbara Thun, Sinking Spring

Benjamin West, Springfield

Beverlee Lehr, Palmyra

Brad Clever, Chambersburg

Carol Oldenburg, York

Catherine Prescott, Mechanicsburg

Cecilia Beaux, Philadelphia

Charles “Li” Hidley, Harrisburg

Charles “Teenie” Harris, Pittsburgh

Charles Demuth, Lancaster

Charles Sheeler, Philadelphia

Clyde McGeary, Camp Hill

Colette Fu, Philadelphia

Daniel Garber, Lumberville

Daniel Ricardo Teran, Philadelphia

Earl Lehman, Jessup

Ed Eberle, Pittsburgh

Edna Andrade, Philadelphia

Edward Willis Redfield, Centre Bridge

Erin Anderson, Bethlehem

1. Daniel Massad, Annville

Gail Gray, Lancaster

Gilbert Stuart, Philadelphia

Horace Pippin, West Chester

Jack Northrop, Kane

Jacob Eichholtz, Lancaster and Philadelphia

Jerome Hershey, Lancaster

Jim Klingensmith, Pittsburgh

Joe Farrell, Mechanicsburg

John Sloan, Lock Haven

Mark Innerst, York

Mark Workman, Lititz

Marta Sanchez, Philadelphia

Maya Schock, Harrisburg

Moe Brooker, Philadelphia

Myrtle Tremblay, New Holland

Newell Convers “N. C.” Wyeth, Chadds Ford

Ophelia Chambliss, York

Patricia Bellan-Gillan, Burgettstown

Polly Stetler, York

Randall Exon, Wallingford

Richard Anuszkiewicz, Erie

Stephen March, York

Thomas Eakins, Philadelphia

Tina Williams Brewer, Pittsburgh

Tony Rocco, Philadelphia

Violet Oakley, Villanova

William Baziotes, Pittsburgh

William Glackens, Philadelphia

William Herman Rau, Philadelphia

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in Waynesboro with special events and live music scheduled at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East and 42 West ARTS Co-Op. The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro and The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery will also have art and pottery for sale and art classes available.

Marjorie Tressler returns to Gallery 50 on Thursday afternoon to provide her visitors with a painting demonstration beginning at 1:00.

Donna Bingaman will take her turn leading a demonstration on Friday. The impressionist painter will work with oil at 42 West ARTS Co-Op between the hours of 12:00 and 2:00 p.m.

“Wine Down Friday” receptions, featuring wine and light refreshments, are scheduled from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East, 42 West ARTS Co-Op and The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro.

The duo of Tim Gotwald (flute and alto flute)  Dan Dropkin (guitar) are set to provide the entertainment during Gallery 50’s reception. They’ll start playing a selection of jazz standards at 5:30 p.m.

Patric Schlee will also be playing the flute (as well as drums) on Friday night. He can be heard at the 42 West ARTS Co-Op, and his start time is scheduled for 5:30 p.m.

Ed Beard is slated to come to 42 West ARTS Co0Op on Saturday afternoon. After working with wood for the past 50 years, Beard now enjoys teaching children and adults about his passion. From 1:00 to 4:00, he will demonstrate the art of burning feathers and eagles onto wood.

One of the area’s most popular performers will make her highly anticipated return to Downtown Waynesboro on Sunday afternoon. Kerensa Gray attracted an audience to Center Square in August as part of “Destination ARTS!” Now, she’ll bring her jazzy vocals indoors for a special show at Gallery 20 East beginning at 2:00 p.m, accompanied by Beth Trez aon keyboard.

While listening to Gray perform, visitors can explore the “Through the Lens” exhibit of photographs, currently hanging in the east room of the gallery.

The inspirational work of a group of artists in the area (including Marjorie Tressler, Liz Hurley, Donna Mason and Eliane Ambrose) who call themselves “The Prometheans” is on display in the other half of Gallery 20 East.

These performances are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

David F. Heatwole’s series of paintings known as “Points of Perception” continue to be featured as part of the latest exhibit at The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery.

The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery Exhibit – Link to CSAGI Web Site

David Gibney‘s Exhibit – January 16 through February 28, 2015
– PUBLIC RECEPTION – February 7, 2015 – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
– Contemporary School of the Arts and Gallery, 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA

David Ross Character Drawing Artist Exhibit
– Entire month of March 2015

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The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery Class Schedule

The Art of Textures Classes – with artists David F. Heatwole.
Students will learn how to make rubbings from various man-made and natural textured objects. Students will also make their own “rubbing plate” that can be used repeatedly for similar works of art. All supplies and materials are provided. Just wear old clothes and plan to make ART! David Heatwole is an 11th generation artisan who works from his home in Martinsburg, WV. This class is free of charge thanks to our generous sponsors.
Class for youth aged 8-11 – Click here for flyer!
Class for youth aged 12-17 – Click here for flyer!
Classs for Adults aged 18 and over – Click here for flyer!
Limited number of spaces so register soon.   EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Student Art Classes

Classes for all students who are eager to learn how to paint. Learn with instructor Chris Shingler, using white and black Gesso, sponge brushes and paper towels. Create your own art masterpieces. Class size limited to 12 students. Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.
Beginning Saturday, January 10, 17, 24, & 31  from 10 am to 2 pm
Cost $25, pre-register now.

Elementary Students Valentine Art Classes with Instructor Doina Moulin.
January 24, 31, & February 7 from 11 am to 12 Noon – Click here for flyer.
Fee $12 per class – limited space pre-register now!
Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Adult Art Classes

Classes for Adults wishing to develop their artistic skills and create their own masterpieces. Learn how to paint with Chris Shingler using white and black Gesso, sponge brushes and paper towels. Register now at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call or call 717-387-5201.
Beginning Friday, January 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 10 am to 2 pm.
Cost $25, pre-register now.

Adult Students Valentine Art Classes with Instructor Doina Moulin.
January 24, 31, & February 7 from 2 pm to 3 pm – Click here for flyer.
Fee $15 per class – limited space pre-register now!
Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Check out what the newspapers have to say about The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery
Read the articles from Hagerstown’s Herald Mail and Waynesboro’s Record Herald reprinted here.

 “Destination ARTS!” currently features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Fridays from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

 

ARTS ALLIANCE OF GREATER WAYNESBORO

Job Description

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Full-time salaried position, exempt,  reports to Board President and Board of Directors

Responsible (with support and guidance from the Board of Directors) for providing vision and direction for all Arts Alliance of Greater Waynesboro (AAGW) and Destination ARTS! activities and ensuring that the organization operates in a fiscally sound fashion which is in accordance with its mission, IRS 501 (c) (3) organizational status, and the directives of the Board of Directors.  The Executive Director functions as the principal representative of the organization.

As such, specific responsibilities include:

• Working actively and closely with Board of Directors, Gallery Curators, Volunteers, etc and soliciting and organizing additional help as needed

• Budgeting and making sure that all activities and business adheres to budget
• Strategic planning, overseeing all day to day operations of the organization
• Overseeing development and implementation of all special events, fundraising activities, and programs
• Overseeing marketing, advertising, publicity, and promotion of AAGW and all activities, including press relations, advertising, press releases, and website management
• Seeking, considering, and implementing opportunities for potential growth of the organization in relation to our mission, outreach to different areas of the community, and collaborations with other non-profit and for profit organizations.
• Representing AAGW in the community through participation on appropriate committees and networking in the business community through attendance at various events.
• Facilities – review and evaluate lease agreements and building quality and needs for all galleries and other locations, and when necessary take action to improve or relocate.
• Getting information to the Board of Directors in a timely fashion of all activities related to the AAGW and soliciting their advice on any decisions which diverge from the routine and may impact the economic budget or mission of the organization.
• Communicating with artists, arts organizations, and others needed to ensure the smooth operation of the organization.
• Attending Board Meetings
• Ensuring that galleries are open and operable during all advertised open hours.
• Oversee and provide input into all other activities or opportunities which relate to AAGW

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

The qualified candidate must have strong business and/or non-profit, marketing, organizational, and communication skills (written and verbal) and a deep appreciation for the arts.  In addition, s/he should possess the following:

• Computer skills (data base, word processing, spread sheets) and ability to multi-task and work accurately, efficiently, and collaboratively on multiple projects.
• Ability to collect, organize, and analyze information accurately, using established data management tools and techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to relate well to all.
• Volunteer experience in a not-for-profit organization.
• Good judgment and interpersonal skills, integrity, flexibility, and a sense of humor.
• Evening and weekend hours will be required.

This position reports to and works closely with the AAGW Board President and Board Members, Gallery Curators, and other volunteers.

TO APPLY

Send letter of application, resume and salary requirements to:  [email protected]

All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.  The position will be open until filled.

 

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in Waynesboro with special events and live music scheduled at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East and 42 West ARTS Co-Op. The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro and The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery will also have art and pottery for sale and art classes available.

Marjorie Tressler returns to Gallery 50 on Thursday afternoon to provide her visitors with a painting demonstration beginning at 1:00.

“Wine Down Friday” receptions, featuring wine and light refreshments, are scheduled from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East, 42 West ARTS Co-Op and The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro.

Waylon K. Smith will be making music during the reception at Gallery 50. One half of the popular Greencastle-based band, The Positronic Cats, Smith participated in a “Destination ARTS!” Singer-Songwriter Showcase on Center Square in September. He has been praised for his ability to connect with an audience while performing, and on Friday night, that connection starts at 5:30.

 

Also at 5:30, Patric Schlee can be heard playing flute and drums at 42 West ARTS Co-Op.

 

Donna Bingaman will begin teaching her first of three oil painting classes at the co-op on Saturday. She is encouraging her students to bring a photo of a pet, loved one or landscape to use as an influence for their creations. The class will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. with the next two set for the same time on Saturday, January 17 and Saturday, January 24. For more information, call Bingaman at 717-762-8394.

Photographer Andy Smetzer will be at 42 West ARTS as well on Saturday afternoon. He is set to demonstrate the art of photo composition between the hours of 2:00 and 4:00. Smetzer assembles a library of images depicting items such as clouds, rocks and tree stumps before using Adobe Photoshop computer software to place them together as part of a new creation.

“I particularly like stormy, moody landscapes, and I try to capture that feeling in my shots,” Smetzer explains. “Being part of the 42 West ARTS Co-Op has inspired me to shoot more and learn more.”

The duo of Tom McFarland and Andrew Sussman bring the weekend of entertainment to a close on Sunday afternoon. They’ll be playing a variety of blues tunes and standards inside Gallery 20 East from 2:00 to 4:00.

These performances are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

 

David F. Heatwole’s series of paintings known as “Points of Perception” continue to be featured as part of the latest exhibit at The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery.

The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery Exhibit – Link to CSAGI Web Site

David Gibney‘s Wood Sculpture Exhibit – January 16 through February 28, 2015

David Ross Character Drawing Artist – March 2015

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The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery Class Schedule

The Art of Textures Classes – with artists David F. Heatwole.
Students will learn how to make rubbings from various man-made and natural textured objects. Students will also make their own “rubbing plate” that can be used repeatedly for similar works of art. All supplies and materials are provided. Just wear old clothes and plan to make ART! David Heatwole is an 11th generation artisan who works from his home in Martinsburg, WV. This class is free of charge thanks to our generous sponsors.
Class for youth aged 8-11 – Click here for flyer!
Class for youth aged 12-17 – Click here for flyer!
Classs for Adults aged 18 and over – Click here for flyer!
Limited number of spaces so register soon.   EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Student Art Classes

Classes for all students who are eager to learn how to paint. Learn with instructor Chris Shingler, using white and black Gesso, sponge brushes and paper towels. Create your own art masterpieces. Class size limited to 12 students. Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.
Beginning Saturday, January 10, 17, 24, & 31  from 10 am to 2 pm
Cost $25, pre-register now.

Elementary Students Valentine Art Classes.
January 24, 31, & February 7 from 11 am to 12 Noon
Fee $12 per class – limited space pre-register now!
Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Adult Art Classes

Classes for Adults wishing to develop their artistic skills and create their own masterpieces. Learn how to paint with Chris Shingler using white and black Gesso, sponge brushes and paper towels. Register now at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call or call 717-387-5201.
Beginning Friday, January 9, 16, 23, and 30 from 10 am to 2 pm.
Cost $25, pre-register now.

Adult Students Valentine Art Classes.
January 24, 31, & February 7 from 2 pm to 3 pm
Fee $15 per class – limited space pre-register now!
Register at 10 East Main Street, Waynesboro, PA,  EMail [email protected] or call 717-387-5201.

Check out what the newspapers have to say about The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery
Read the articles from Hagerstown’s Herald Mail and Waynesboro’s Record Herald reprinted here.

 “Destination ARTS!” currently features six galleries –

Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street)
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street)
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street)
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street)
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street)

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Fridays from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro

Located at 13 South Church Street, The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro continues to be open to the public every weekend as one of the art galleries featured in Destination ARTS!  A wide variety of beautiful pottery is available for sale on Thursdays 1 – 4 pm, Fridays 5 – 8 pm, Saturdays 12 pm – 6 pm, and Sundays 1 – 4 pm.  For more information about the Center, classes, membership opportunities, and future plans, please email [email protected] or visit the web site.

Classes Offered at the Ceramics Arts Center, 13 South Church Street

– Members and Non-members – Click a course title to schedule or click here.

2015 Class Schedule
The Nicodemus Center for Ceramic Studies/ The Ceramic Arts of Waynesboro

Adult Classes

Introductory and Orientation to Pottery at Mont Alto
Instructors James Smith and Tom McFarland will introduce you to basic handbuilding, sculpting and wheel throwing techniques on six consecutive Wed. evenings from 6:00 – 9:00 starting February 4 at Mont Alto, Room 008, General Studies Building, Penn State Mont Alto. Tuition includes all materials. Cost $200.00 To register: http://nicodemuscenterforceramicstudies.fullslate.com 

 

Introductory to Throwing on The Wheel

A beginning class and orientation to Throwing on the Wheel at the Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro, 13 South Church Street Waynesboro, PA 17268. The class meets for three Sunday afternoons March 1st, 8th, and 15th from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm and Tuesdays, March 3rd and 10th in the evening. Tuition includes materials, weekend studio time, glazes and firings.  $200.00 per person. To register: http://nicodemuscenterforceramicstudies.fullslate.com

 

Corks and Clay Workshops
Create a Winter Wrap: January 13th or January 22nd
Get out of the cold and warm yourself up by making a Winter Wrap, a clay container designed to hold flowers, mail, receipts, pencils, tools, etc., with Trudy Gembe-Palughi from 6:00-8:00. BYOB and BYOS (Bring Your Own Snacks) $30.00 Must be 18.
To register: http://nicodemuscenterforceramicstudies.fullslate.com

 

Create a Mug: Friday, Feb 20 or Thursday, Feb 26

Warm your hands around the mug you just created with Heather Forberger. Creating unique “one of a kind” mugs using the slab technique you’ll be amazed at what the beautiful mug you will create during this two hour session. From 6:00-8:00. BYOB and BYOS (Bring Your Own Snacks) $30.00 Must be 18.
To register: http://nicodemuscenterforceramicstudies.fullslate.com

 

Private Group Workshops: The Ceramic Arts Center 13 South Church Street Waynesboro, PA

offers private Corks and Clay sessions for groups of 6-8. Great for team building, parties and anyone who wants to enjoy a fun time to learn and play in the mud with us. Contact: Mary Ashe-Mahr at [email protected]

Children’s Classes
Soap Dishes: January 17, 2015 – 1:00-3:00. The slab rolling technique will be done to achieve part of the project. Hand building will be done to finish the project. Students are encouraged to bring stamps or items they want to use as impressions. $25.00

Wall Art: February 21, 2015 – 1:00-3:00. Students will create a wall pocket. This will be done with the slab rolling technique and various hand-building efforts. Great for fine motor as we attach two pieces of clay to produce this task. Creativity will be encouraged, as students will have the opportunity to detail their own creation. $25.00
Fun Pots: March 28^th, 2015 – 1:00 – 3:00. Examples include: monsters, ladybugs, bees, lion, and flowers. Various methods will be used during the creation process. Feet will be attached as the final task. $25.00
http://nicodemuscenterforceramicstudies.fullslate.com

 

“Destination ARTS!” galleries will be closed on New Year’s Day, but they will reopen on Friday, January 2 to kick off another year of live music, special events and plenty of artwork in downtown Waynesboro.

Friday Night, January 2

“Wine Down Friday” receptions return with wine and light refreshments featured in Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East, 42 West ARTS Co-Op and The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro.

The popular duo known as Strung Tight will have the honor of being one of the first performers on Main Street in 2015. Eric and Kate Avey have been heard across the four-state region for the past several years, but on Friday night, they’ll bring their guitar, bass and harmonies to Gallery 20 East.

Waynesboro-based college student, Eric Wengert, will stop by Gallery 50 while he’s home for the holidays. He and his ukulele will provide the entertainment at the reception held in the “Destination ARTS!” flagship gallery.

Both Strung Tight and Wengert’s sets of music are scheduled to start at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, January 3

Artist Rod Meyer will be working with clay on the potters’ wheel inside of 42 West ARTS Co-Op on Saturday afternoon. A native of Oregon, Meyer strives to use simple elegance of form and pure color to create objects that are pleasing to look at, hold and ultimately use. The juried member of the Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen can be seen in action between the hours of 1:00 and 3:00.

42 West ART Co-Op will also be the site of oil painting classes for three straight Saturdays beginning on January 10. Instructor Donna Bingaman is encouraging her students to bring a photo of a pet, loved one or landscape to use as an influence for their creations. The classes will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. For more information, call Bingaman at 717-762-8394.

Time is running out to experience David F. Heatwole’s “Points of Perception” three-dimensional paintings, which will remain on display at The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery for two more weeks.

“Destination ARTS!” currently features Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street), Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street), 42 West ARTS Co-Op (42 West Main Street), The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street) and The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street).

All of the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture and more. This weekend, they will be open on Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Due to this week’s Christmas holiday, “Destination ARTS!” galleries will be closed on Thursday, December 25 and Friday, December 26, but they will reopen on Saturday.

 

Denny Bingaman will be sculpting “The Coyote Family” in clay at 42 West ARTS Co-Op from 1:00 to 3:00 on Saturday afternoon. A native of Waynesboro, Bingaman is a multi-skilled artist who also photographs birds and wildlife in the area as well as in other parts of the country. He then uses his images as references when creating sculptures of animals.

 

A variety of ongoing art shows can be seen in the galleries this weekend, including “Winter White” and “A Study of the Figure” in the windows of Gallery 50. Projects created by the faculty of the Schuler School of Fine Arts in Baltimore are on display inside the main gallery.

 

An exhibit of photographs continue to hang on the walls of Gallery 20 East as part of the “Through the Lens” exhibit, while paintings from a group known as The Prometheans remain in the west room of the location.

 

David F. Heatwole’s “Points of Perception” three-dimensional paintings will be at The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery through the middle of January.

“Destination ARTS!” activities continue in Waynesboro with special events and live music scheduled at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East and 42 West ARTS Co-Op. The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro and The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery will also have art and pottery for sale and art classes available.

On Thursday afternoon, fine artist Marjorie Tressler will be painting inside of Gallery 50. Donna Bingaman takes her turn putting brush to canvas at the 42 West ARTS Co-Op on Friday. Both demonstrations are scheduled to begin at 1:00.
“Wine Down Friday” receptions, featuring wine and light refreshments, are scheduled from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Gallery 50, Gallery 20 East, 42 West ARTS Co-Op and The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro.

This week’s theme is “Grin and Beer It.” For husbands (or anyone) having difficulty choosing a gift for someone special, the gallery volunteers will offer assistance. In addition to wine, beer will be served at the receptions, and volunteers will offer free gift wrapping for anyone who purchases one of the more than 1,000 pieces of artwork on sale in the five galleries. Still too hard to choose? Purchase a Destination ARTS! Gift Certificate as it is always the right choice.

There will be no shortage of Holiday Spirit in Gallery 20 East on Friday night, as the quartet of Gerald Kowallis, Patrick McNamee, Deb Hollen and Fara Biesecker will lead a sing-along featuring popular songs of the season beginning at 5:30. Audience members are encouraged to participate.

Down the street at Gallery 50, the music of Mountain Air will be on display. No strangers to the “Destination ARTS!” initiative, the trio of Bobbi Smith (guitar and vocals), Lisa Donohoe (mandolin and vocals) and Bob Murphy (upright bass) will start performing their blend of acoustic contemporary folk and pop country tunes at 5:30.

Patric Schlee’s start time is the also 5:30 at 42 West ARTS Co-Op. He’ll be playing flute and drums.

 

Deb Hollen returns to Gallery 20 East on Saturday with a group of young actors and actresses to sing selections from Trinity Players’ recent production of A Disney Revue. The show was well-received during a weekend of performances at Trinity United Church of Christ last month. Now, it’s coming to Main Street from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

David F. Heatwole’s “energistic and synergistic” paintings known as “Points of Perception” continue to be featured as part of the latest exhibit at The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery.

 

“Destination ARTS!” currently features
Gallery 50 (50 West Main Street),
Gallery 20 East (20 East Main Street),
42 West ARTS (42 West Main Street),
The Contemporary School of the Arts & Gallery (10 East Main Street) and
The Ceramic Arts Center of Waynesboro (13 South Church Street).

Together, the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture, prints and much more. They are open each week as follows:

Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Fridays from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

For more information, visit artsalliancegw.org.

All of the galleries feature oil paintings, watercolors, pottery, fiber arts, sculpture, photographs, furniture and more. This weekend, they will be open on Thursday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., Friday from 12:00 to 8:00 p.m., Saturday from 12:00 to 6:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.