THE ARTS CENTER NEWSLETTER Issue 161: September – October, 2022 A Word From Our Director Arts After School & New Classes Downtown Arts Market - Thank Yous ManhattanOktoberfest!Short Film Festival Upcoming Events New Exhibits & More Courtesy of:
Mindi ExecutiveSchmitzDirector As seen in her Linda Roesch original handpainted shoes
This newsletter I am going to take a point of personal Atprivilege.thebottom of this page there is a picture of a wonderful Arts Center patron, Mary Smith. Almost every Thursday night at the Downtown Arts Market, you could watch Mary dance in the park. Mary loved music, loved art, loved people and most importantly she loved life and made a difference. If you had the privilege of knowing Mary you are a better person, I know I am. Last week I was able to share her celebration of life and send off with my daughter. What a gift as I send Madison off to her freshman year of college. Mary was a true inspiration and I can only hope Madison will live life like Mary and make an impact on this world as a tribute to our friend. Godspeed my friend and Go Get Em Madison. “May your sail always be unfurled.”
This is why I choose to, and am proud to, work at The Arts Center. We provide a space—a safe, inspirational and creative space—for all to enjoy and explore. The Arts Center is happy to serve the community, and we (obviously) cannot thank every person that has made this space what it is. Just know that you are greatly appreciated... you know who you are.
Sincerely,
Special thanks to Richard Ovind, Beth and Roger Dewald, Ted Cowardin and Jodi Larson for their special gifts in honorable memory of Mary Smith.
in The Hansen Arts Park Also with additional support from: Interstate Engineering, Jamestown Downtown Association, and Walter Brothers Lawn Service. THE ARTS CENTER THANKS THESE ORGANIZATIONS for their generous support of The Arts Center and the Downtown Arts Market. Please thank them for helping bring these amazing events to our community.
“Where did the last year go?! It has been a year of change for the Arts Center, the arts community and me. Last October the Arts Center hired me to be the Director of Education and Exhibitions. My very first task in my new position was to take down the 57th Annual Show, Sally Jeppson’s last curated show at the Center. Now I am getting ready to install the 58th Annual show. I am excited and nervous. The anticipation of unwrapping the art work, the excitement of creating the story this work will tell and displaying everyone’s hard work creates an energy that feels like Christmas. I remember that same feeling of excitement and nervousness as a kid seeing the presents, smelling the food, and waiting for the family to arrive at Grandma’s house. I am feeling those very emotions as entry forms and artwork arrive bearing the names of old friends and new ones. We are excited to feature artists from around the state in varied mediums including painting, drawing, mixed media, fiber, and Thissculpture.yearThe Arts Center is honored to display one of Don Paul’s last finished pieces. Don Paul’s death, May 6, 2022, was a great loss to his family and the arts community. I once received a little manilla envelope in the mail addressed with Don’s handwriting. Inside were a collection of colorful copper test plates along with Don’s copious notes on technique. A few months prior, Don and I had discussed my current work on copper and how I might get different colors. This was not just a one off, Don’s unselfish help was freely given to many fellow artists. Don’s spirit lives on in of his example of generosity as well as in his sculpture, and in his jewelry. Please come see Don’s sculpture and the many other talented artists’ work at the 58th JFAA Annual Show, The opening will be September 15 at 5:30 pm. Refreshments will be provided. “ by Anna Jacobson
September 15 – October 29, 2022
Opening reception: September 15 at 5:30 pm
Rooster, Bonnie Tressler, mosaic Best of Show winner, JFAA 57th Annual Show
58th JFAA ANNUAL SHOW
5th FESTIVALHUMANANNUALRIGHTS
The festival includes the work of sixty 2D, 3D, Filmamakers and live performance artists from around the world. Each artist explores human rights, civil rights, or social justice issues through their respective mediums. In addition to paintings, mixed media works, and photographs, a series of experimental videos are also a part of the festival.
The show’s themes include climate change and impact, representation in art, racism, the interconnectedness of culture, and more. The festival features regional, national, and international artists.
Above: Tragic Beauty, Marshall Lipp From the Cover: Nino Triste by, Ava Abryzo
The Arts Center Gallery is open: Monday – Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Admission is free and open to all
Opening Novemberreception:10at5:30 pm
November 3 –December 10, 2022
The North Dakota Human Rights Arts Festival’s mission is to educate, engage, and facilitate discussion around local and world-wide human rights topics. The festival was founded and is managed by the Human Family is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) based in North Dakota founded to change our communities through art.
The North Dakota Human Rights Arts Festival is supported in part by a grant from the North Dakota Council on the Arts which receives funding from the state legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts, and The Arts Partnership with support from the cities of Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo.
Pay per class: $30 / $25 for members Pay for all 7 classes: (Get one class free) $170 / $140 for members
October 11 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm $50 / $35 for members
Pre-registration required. Find all details and registration at: www.jamestownarts.com
CREATIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADULTS & TEENS
FAMILY CLAY DAYS with Bill Nybo
Wet Clay days: Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 10 Glaze Days: Oct 15, Nov 19, Dec 17
Learn the relaxing, meditative, and fun practice of Zentangle. Alaine will teach you to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns using combinations of dots, lines, simple curves, s-curves and orbs. Join the movement of Zentangle Art. Fee includes Zentangle Kit for you to take home for future tangles.
WHEEL 101 with Anna Brock
All classes from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm $35 / $30 for members
October 5, 7, 12, (NO class Oct 14), 19, 21, 26, 28 *Must register by12:00 pm Tuesdays / Thursdays
PASTA 101 with Travis Wong from Basil
Wednesdays & Fridays for the month of October from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
$65 / $50 for members Welcome Basil to our Arts Center Classroom. Travis Wong, creator/owner of Basil, wants to continue 2000-year-old conversation with you. He teaches a timeless technique of the standard Italian egg dough that can be used for many different pasta shapes. Travis will cover some of the basic pasta shapes and their uses.
Pasta is definitely a labor of love and when it’s fresh, you can’t beat it. You will leave with the ability to make this pasta recipe time and time again.
Some experience, no experience, just need practice… you need this class. Anna will focus on the basic skills, and simple forms like cups and bowls.
October 9 from 1:00 – 3:30 pm or 5:00 – 7:30 pm
BEGINNING ZENTANGLE with Alaine Toso
upcoming classes providing opportunities for artistic development and exploration
*1 child & 1 adult... additional kids $5 each. Must register by12 pm the Friday before wet clay day to participate. Join Bill for a family clay day were you will work side by side with your child. Learn basic pinch, coil and hand-building. Projects are designed to stimulate creativity in a playful way. Choose a wet clay day and a glaze day.
The Land of Clay Pots – Wheel 101 with Anna Brock • October 3 – 21
Fine art printmaking involves the creation of a master plate from which multiple images are made. There are four main types of printmaking. The process and materials of these techniques influence the appearance of the final print. We will be learning about three of the four processes: Relief, Intaglio and screen printing.
In this class we will create a series of fun, useful projects that will introduce students to the art of sewing. Each project will progress in difficulty, giving students the opportunity to practice the skills they learned while introducing new techniques. Both hand and machine sewing will be covered. Space is limited.
Programs supported in part by United Way, Hugo’s Marketplace, Walmart, Optimist Club and BNSF Railway.
JAMESTOWN OPTIMIST CLUB
In this painting class we will be using acrylic paint. This class includes learning how different brushes work, drawing, understanding color, basic painting techniques, landscape, animals, people portrait. *No School Nov 11
3 Pre-registration required The Arts After School program runs from 3:30 – 5:00 pm. Parents should be prompt in picking up their child at 5:00 pm if not riding the bus. Find all the details at www.jamestownarts.comPrintmakingwithAnna
Wonderful World of Painting • October 24 – November 10
Arts After School Program
November 21 – December 9
Work with Dina Laskowski the first week to create your very own story. Spend the next week learning how to create different styles of books and the last week you will be putting your story into your book design of your choice. *No School Nov 24 & 25.
CREATIVE AFTER SCHOOL FUN FOR GRADES 3, 4,
3 School days from 3:30 – 5:00 pm 3 After school snack included 3 Scholarships available 3 Bus transportation provided (in town only)
Jacobson • September 19 – September 30
The Art of a Story with Dina Laskowski & Anna Jacobson
Beginning Sewing with Lindsay Ostile • November 14 – 18
Get your wheels turning as you learn the basics of throwing pots on the potter’s wheel. This class will get you familiar with the material of clay and introduce foundational wheel-thrown forms such as bowls and cylinders. *No School Oct 7, Oct 20 & 21.
Paper Mache with Bill Nybo • December 12 – 21Lets get messy with newspaper and paste to create Paper Mache creatures with Bill Nybo. Bring your imagination and building skills to the last Arts After School Class of 2022. *No School Dec 22 & 23. 5 & 6
Third Tuesday of the Month in the Hansen Studio
This group welcomes all writers or those just looking to explore writing. Share what you’re writing with some fresh ears. Critique and help one another along in the process. Get helpful tips from some of the more experienced in the group and move your own project along. Meets in the Hansen Studio. OPEN MIC NIGHT
Stop by and whittle away! The local Woodchippers club meets Thursday nights at 6:00 pm. All skill levels are welcome to join in. If you are just starting out, this group is always willing to share and advise for your development and success working with wood. It is free to attend, no reservations are necessary.
2nd Monday of the Month from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Poets, writers, musicians, comedians, solos, duos, and any and all performers are welcome to share your talent with the community at our monthly open mic night. There will be a sign up sheet at the door. Please limit your piece to 10 minutes. A P.A. system, bass amp, guitar amp and music stands will be provided and facilitated by local musician Steve Kuykendall.
Thursdays, Sept 29 & Oct 27 from 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Thursdays at 6:00 pm in the Hansen Studio
BUFFALO CITY PHOTO CLUB
The local band of photo enthusiasts will be meeting again. You can join them the third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 pm in the Hansen Arts Studio for a photography adventure. Topics are focused primarily for DSLR camera users. Free and open to anyone. In nicer weather we may venture outside for hands on experiences.
WOODCARVERS GROUP
WRITERS CLUB
Saturday, September 17th 5:30 - 8:30 pm in the Hansen Ar ts Park Featuring German st yle food, beers, music and festivities. Costumes encouraged! German music and dancing at 5:30 pm Tickets $35: Available at Cork & Barrel, The Ar ts Center, from an Ar ts Center Board Member or online. Sponsored by: Sam Adams Special thanks to: RM Stoudt & Jamestown Tourism Organized by: MoreT details and tickets at: ww w.jamestownar ts.com
THE ARTS CENTER Sept 30 & Oct 1 at 6:30 pm Admission $10 / $5 for members (at the door only).
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