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| Shows and Events | May 2009 Valley Visual Artists 15th Annual Show and Sale. . .
The Valley Visual Artists 15th Annual Show and Sale at the Civic Centre opened on May 8. There was a tremendous turnout and Mayor Susan Roline was there to officially open the show.
Along with the Valley Visual Artists, were special guests, Andrea Rogers and MSS Students and teaching instructor, Linda Suzuki.
Visitors to the Civic Centre “Gallery” were treated to music.
This was an incredible show put on by the Valley Visual Artists. Along with the great artwork, there were live demonstrations, a “Quick Draw,” and many cards, wooden vases and pots, jewelry, and miniature artwork.
The show was moved over to the Courthouse Gallery on May 10 and will be open for viewing until the end of the month. It’s a great show and you won’t want to miss it!
The Courthouse Gallery is open Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm, and Friday and Saturday from 10am to 4pm. For more information, contact the gallery at: 250-378-6515 or by e-mail at: artsy@ocis.net
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| Member News | The Courthouse Gallery is open Monday and Thursday evenings from 6-8pm, and Friday and Saturday from 10am to 4pm. For more information, contact the gallery at: 250-378-6515 or by e-mail at: artsy@ocis.net
ART BOOKS - We have donated three new art books to the Public Library: Painter’s Keys by Robert Genn, Love Letters to Art by Robert Genn, and Alla Prima by Richard Schmid. These are ready for loan. ART MAGAZINES - Our gift subscriptions for the Public Library will continue until each one expires later this year. The following magazines are available there: Canadian Art, Watercolor, Drawing, Pastel Journal, Watercolor Magic, Southwest Art, and Artist’s Magazine.
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| Meetings | Next meeting will be in January 2009 - A General Meeting to plan the Annual Art Show and Sale
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| Workshops | Tuesdays at the Gallery - mini-workshops and group painting for members Free Drop-In Session – “Art For All” – Thursdays 6-8 pm Thursdays are studio/paint nights at the Courthouse Gallery. Kathi will be organizing these sessions and members are invited to come and paint, draw, or discuss art. Bring in your current project and materials and inspire one another & invite friends! DRAWING CLASSES with Kathi: Check at Brookmere Vintage and the Civic Centre for further information or contact Kathi at 378-5718 or klassicalart@ocis.net .
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| Exhibits | Courthouse Gallery: open 10:00 to 4:00 on Fridays and Saturdays, and Thursdays 6:00-8:00 during "Art for All" drop-in sessions.
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| Links | Members’ Websites Carole Jackson: www.brookmerevintage.ca Jean Kiegerl: www.palette-ink.ca Jean Kiegerl: www.creativecompany.ca
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| History | ART IN THE NICOLA VALLEY Artists have been active in the Nicola Valley for centuries, beginning with the First Nations and continued by immigrants from around the world. Public education and modern media brought in new ideas and techniques. Local art clubs were formed and reformed over the years. In 1994 Peggy Williams gathered together like-minded artists, restarting the club in its present form as the Valley Visual Artists. As the membership increased, the club provided workshops and art shows for the community using local school and public facilities. The opening of the Courthouse Gallery by the Nicola Valley Community Arts Council in 2005 has provided a venue for regular local art shows. The Valley Visual Artists now work within the Gallery, offering art workshops and expanding our exhibition program to include an annual art show for non-member artists and artisans.
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| Membership Guidelines | MEMBER RESPONSIBILITIES As with any community group, VVA can only carry out its activities consistently and successfully when its members volunteer their time and energy to make them happen. With this in mind, membership in the VVA requires a commitment by every member to assist in some specific capacity during the year. These could include activities such as: - helping with an art show, - setting up a workshop, - assisting in the Art Gallery, - serving on the Board of Directors, - advertising events, - fundraising activities, - liaison with other community groups, etc. The Valley Visual Artists can meet your artistic interests and your participation ensures the club can offer a range of art activities. Thank you for your interest in the visual arts in the Nicola Valley.
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| Box 2762 Merritt British Columbia, Canada V1K 1B8 |
Contact: Kathi Dahlquist-Gray Phone: 250 378-6515 (message) Email: klassicalart7@hotmail.com Web Address: http://www.ValleyVisualArtists.ca |
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