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Calls for Artists:

Ohio Arts Council seeks entries for the Ohio Governor’s Office and Residence Artwork Loan Program – Deadline to apply is May 17

We also have a call for entry for the Ohio Governor’s Office and Residence Artwork loan program.  The deadline is Friday, May 17, 2013.  Here is the link to the web page with the detail information and instructions on how to apply: http://www.oac.state.oh.us/grantsprogs/IndividualCreativity.asp
 

21st annual Black Swamp Arts Festival seeks artists – Deadline is June 1

The Black Swamp Arts Festival is rated 60th among the top 200 festivals nationally! This annual arts, music, and cultural festival is a mainstay on the Northwest Ohio cultural calendar. Black Swamp Festival takes place in mid-September. The Wood County Invitation Art Show is open to Ohio artists living within 30 miles of Bowling Green Ohio. Interested artists can apply online: http://www.blackswamparts.org/BSAFArtWCIAS.htm. Application deadline: June 1st; Application fee: $15.00; Booth Fee is $130. All art mediums are welcome! For inquiries email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

The 6th Annual Northwest Ohio Open Summer Art Show at the Dorothy Uber Bryan  and Williard Wankelman Galleries - Register now

BGSU Fine Arts Center, June 21 - July 12, 2013. Artist Reception June 21. Registration open April 20 - June 15
To download a prospectus visit http://www.nowohartshow.org
 The Northwest Ohio Community Art Exhibition is a non-juried art show that supports regional artists by providing an opportunity to display work in a professional gallery setting. The exhibition features artists of all abilities in a variety of media, with awards presented in several categories. The exhibition is free and open to all! Visit the Show Info page for details on this year's NOWOH Art Show! Follow the BGSU Galleries Facebook page for news.

Call for Artists: Art and About in Waterville 2013: Plein Air Event and Art Sale - June 6, 7 and 8

The Waterville Area Arts Council is proud to announce its first annual plein air event, “Art and About in Waterville”! The three day event begins on June 6 through June 8 and local artists may choose to participate any or all of the days. Plein air, French for “open air,” is used to describe the act of painting outdoors and has its roots in 19th century Europe.  Painting on location allows artists to capture the true atmosphere of the moment and requires incredible confidence in brushwork and color. Several locations throughout historic and scenic Waterville have been selected as places for artists to depict. The artists may choose any of these locations to paint during the 3 day event. There is no charge to be part of painting portion of the event. However there will be an opportunity for artists to sell their work on the afternoon of Saturday, June 8 and a $25 fee is required to be part of the sale at Peddlers Alley in Waterville. Participants in the sale may sell work they have created at the event as well as studio work that has been previously created. The public will be invited to watch the artists in action and to attend the sale on Saturday.  Artists are asked to pre-register and note painting locations. The information will be posted daily so visitors will know where to observe the artists each day. Each participating artist will receive a commemorative gift and a goodie bag from the Waterville Area Arts Council. Local businesses will be offering discounts and specials for artists throughout the event.  Media coverage will be encouraged as well. Artist registration forms are available from the Waterville Area Arts Council Facebook page or at the Silver Lining Gallery, 122 Mechanic St., Waterville.  If you have questions, please call 419-441-0025.

 

Classes and Workshops:

DRAWING CLASS FOR BEGINNERS - Fridays. May 10th - June 7th

Paul Geiger (Valentine Theatre Mural artist) instructs a drawing fundamentals class on five consecutive Fridays: May 10th - June 7th. 10 am - 12:30 pm. $150.

A CLASS FOR ADVANCED STUDENTS begins and ends an hour later. Classes are at Tholepin Press and Studios, 210 Elm St. Drawing basics are presented in a step-by-step approach that will build technical and perceptual skills from one class to the next.

Class supplies provided. Space is limited. For RSVP or more information: 419-243-4944 or www.tholepinpress.com. Elevator accessible. Free parking.

 

Paul Brand:  Oil, watercolor, acrylic, or pastel painting. 

Two sessions run concurrently. You may join either session at any time. Composition, color mixing and basic drawing are covered. Emphasis is on individual instruction. Register with Paul at 419-944-6150 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Website: www.dadandrenee.com. Cost is $20 per session; come when you can, pay only when you come.  Students provide their own supplies. Contact Paul for the supply list.

TWO SESSIONS:  
Tuesdays: 2 to 4 PM – ongoing
Wednesdays: 6:30 to 8:30 PM – ongoing