THE ARTS CENTER
What’s Inside: THE ARTS CENTER NEWSLETTER Issue 117 - July 2014 Courtesy of:
A Word From Our Director Upcoming Classes New Exhibit: What Was — What Is by Kenneth Andersen Upcoming Special Events Summer Events in the Park Special Thanks
From the director’s desk:
Taylor Barnes Executive Director
As Mark Twain said, “The reports of my death have been greatly exaggerated”… actually not my death but my retirement. As reported, I planned to retire on June 30th, however, plans are just that—a thought about how things will go. The search for an executive director has been extended allowing a number of interested applicants to apply. This is an exciting time of change which will bring new energy to the work accomplished through the Arts Center. When I think of the Arts Center’s accomplishments, I know a lot of programming has been created but more important are the changes that have been created. We have changed individuals as well as the face of downtown with the renovations and the beginnings of an art park. This green space in the middle of downtown has been referred to as the art park, community gathering spot, activity center, etc. It doesn’t matter what it’s called; but how it will function. It’s going to be a public place of beauty anchoring downtown; focusing the arts as a catalyst for renovation and development which will influence how residents imagine creative possibilities for change and growth.
mindful cooking classes guided by Michelle Weatherly ESP: Extra Sensory preparation Focuses on using our senses throughout the entire process of meal preparation Saturday, July 19 from 6:00 – 8:00 pm • The Arts Center • Preregistration required
• Blindfolded vinaigrette (smell & taste) Using prepared ingredients to make a vinaigrette – blindfolded, using smell and taste to identify ingredients • Italian bread salad (using vinaigrette) (touch) Using our hands to mix the salad • Pan seared vegetables (for pizza) (sound) Listen to the sizzle of the vegetables in the pan • Cracker crust vegetable pizzas with mortar and pestle pesto (sight) Using mortar and pestle to pummel and grind basil and nuts into pesto – indentifying correct consistency • Mindful eating – sensory practices
kids in the kitchen: Teaching our children to enjoy the art of cooking
Saturday, August 9th from 3:00 – 5:00 pm • The Arts Center • Preregistration required Ages 10 and up with an adult partner. Together we will create: • Kale chips with a dipping sauce • Pretzel chicken fingers with honey mustard sauce • Chilled fruit soup • Spring rolls
• A fun and easy dessert
upcoming classes providing opportunities for artistic development and exploration Creative opportunities for adults (16 years of age and older)
More details and registration online at: www.jamestownarts.com/classes
little people with Guillermo “Memo” Guardia
July 7, 8 & 10 from 6:30 – 8:30 pm The Hansen Arts Studio • $50 members / $60 non-members Learn the techniques to create medium sized clay figures. In this fun class we will overview the human body as a form of art, it’s anatomy, proportions, gestures & movements.
FASHION DRAWING & TEXTILES with Bonnie Tressler
July 7 – 11 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm • The Arts Center Classroom • $45 per student Design your own fashion line, skate board clothing or Prom dress! You’ll be able to kick start your career in fashion as we learn what it takes to bring your ideas to life.
SUMMER art for kids
For children in grades 1 – 5. Flat rate $45 per child. Pre-registration is required.
magic fiber creations with The ND Wooly Girls, July 14 - 18
Using water, soap and friction, wool fibers are magically tangled together into a strong, durable fabric. Students will create objects using sheep’s wool and their own hands. While we are felting we will talk about the history of felt and fiber, sheep, shepherding and creating fiber art. While the primary focus of the classes will be felting, other activities may include spinning, knitting, crocheting, or stitching.
junk yard band with Jeff Prentice, July 21 - 25
This hands-on session is all about exploring found objects to create 3-D musical instruments. Students will combine a variety of supplies together to build up-cycled ‘junk’ instruments.
dance camp with Marissa Jensen Prentice, July 28 - Aug 1
In this high-energy class, students will blend movement, music, improvisation, and basic dance steps as an introduction for the future study of dance techniques. Children will l develop their imagination as they create with us!
spanish dance fiesta with Marissa Jensen Prentice, Aug 4 - 8
In this high-energy class, students will blend movement, music, improvisation, and basic dance steps as an introduction for the future study of dance techniques. Children will l develop their imagination as they create with us!
missoula children’s theater: Pied Piper, Aug 11 - 15
Presented by The Arts Center in cooperation with Missoula Children’s Theatre— camp meets in The Arts Center gallery. Parts will be assigned Monday 12:30 – 2:30 pm. Rehearsal schedules will be distributed afterward. Performances will be held Saturday, August 16th at the Jamestown High School at 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm.
From the cover: Soul of a Tree, Large Format, 4” X 5” Negative, Digital Print, framed 25” x 25” This exhibition is sponsored by the North Dakota Art Gallery Association with support from the North Dakota Council on the Arts. Additional support provided by the Jamestown Sun.
exhibitions revolving gallery exhibitions every four to six weeks
kenneth andersen: What Was — What Is June 26 – July 26, 2014 Andersen is a master craftsman and a professional construction manager by trade but is an accomplished photographer who has elegantly documented the passage of time in and around his ND family homestead. A patient photographer, Andersen captures the subtleties of light and shadow transforming the commonplace element or landscape into the extraordinary. His photos are a study of light, shadow, texture, form and tonality found in old farm buildings and agricultural related implements from times past that have developed their own unique texture and patina. These tell a fascinating story of agriculture and farming practices at a much earlier time and bring many questions to mind when you carefully examine the details of these remnants. In 2011, he started this project photographing with a large format view camera, of once-used agricultural objects that are just lying around in the fields and shelterbelts. To challenge himself, he placed constraints on this project and selected an area within a 3-mile radius of his registered North Dakota Centennial Farm located in western Cass County. He plans to record as many images as he can locate. It is a challenge that will take several years to complete, if it can ever be completed. “This is the type of vast landscape you drive through because there is nothing to photograph. You have stop and look down at your feet and you will find textures and form all around, too much to take in at one time.” Learn more about this exhibit: jamestownarts.com/exhibit
gallery talk He uses a large format view camera. At times the light changes or the image is not what he likes so he takes everything apart, packs it up, and comes back another day without making an exposure. Andersen says, “It is all in the light and the control of the light, whether natural or manmade. Light is Light.” He processes the film with an early 1900’s pyro staining developer, the negatives are scanned and printed digitally on a special printer that is set up for black and white printing with 7 shades of black/grey inks and no color inks. Andersen says, he doesn’t find a conflict in combining old and new technologies. With this approach he is able to combine the best of both worlds. The exhibit includes 29 black and white large-scale photographs. Lovers of nostalgia, history, art photography as well as local photographers should enjoy this exhibition.
ARTIST CHAT
Tuesday, July 8, noon Kenneth Andersen will discuss his project and share his equipment (show and tell style) FREE! Please RSVP by July 7th to 701-251-2496 Sponsored by the Jamestown Sun
Need A Bigger Hammer, Large Format, 4” X 5” Negative, Digital Print, framed 25” x 25”
IN THE LOBBY: Works by member artist Mary Craft On display through July 19th After working with oils, Mary discovered the freedom of acrylic paints. In her mixed media collages she uses layered colors, textures, and found objects. She also incorporates the use of stencils and digital elements. Mary often begins with a color theme and then lets the piece evolve looking for patterns and colors and how they play against each other. She says, “I enjoy experimenting with new techniques and tools and adding everyday objects in my collages. The process of discovery makes it so much fun!”
upcoming events bringing performing artists to the community
AAUW Garden Tour & Reception Wednesday, July 16th • The Arts Center • 5:30 – 8:00 pm The AAUW will host the 25th Annual Garden Tour with a reception at The Arts Center. Tickets are $8 in advance or $10 the day of. Available at The Arts Center. For more information contact Kelly Krein at 701-252-4690.
Jerry Barlow Performance Thursday, July 17th at 7:30 pm • The Arts Center Don’t miss this great evening with veteran entertainer, extraordinary guitarist, comedy writer and published songwriter, Gordy Pratt. Gordy has performed throughout the United States, appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America, and opened for Kenny Chesney, the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, The Beach Boys and many more. Tickets at the door: $7 members / $10 non-members
Luncheon with Larry Woiwode, ND Poet Laureate Wednesday, July 23rd at 12:00 pm • The Arts Center • FREE Larry’s fiction has appeared in The Atlantic, Harpers, GQ, Paris Review, and elsewhere, including two dozen stories in The New Yorker and included in four volumes of The Best American Short Stories. He has received countless awards, prizes and honors including being named North Dakota’s Poet Laureate in 1995. Learn more: www.larrywoiwode.com. Lunch sponsored by the AAUW
The BLOCH is coming! Friday, July 25 at noon Bloch (a global art project) started its travels in Europe in 2012, then to Asia in 2013; and, in 2014, Bloch will continue its journey to the third continent, North America—starting in North Dakota! Artists along the way have added their mark to the world travelling Swiss spruce. We are not an official stop on the route, but Bloch will be stopping for lunch in downtown Jamestown. Swing by and catch a glimpse. Learn more: www.bloch23781.com.
Art in the Park
MUSIC CRAFTS family friendly summer fun
FOOD & GAMES!
SATURDAY, JULY 26 from 1:00 – 5:00 pm
A celebration of local foods and regional arts.
Successful farmers markets include not only fresh, locally grown and produced foods but recipes, unique crafts and wonderful music. The afternoon will culminate with the Jamestown Chamber’s Chef’s Challenge. Contestants must create a dish from provided local ingredients. Interested in sharing your produce? Email Sally Jeppson at: sjeppson@jamestownarts.com
THURSDAY AUGUST 29 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm Community Block Party
The streets are closed as we welcome the return of Jamestown University students. The evening is an extravaganza of giveaway goodies to help students become acquainted with local businesses. Everyone is welcome. In the center of the action–The Art Park–things will heat up with a glass blowing demonstration by Fargo artist Jon Offutt.
special thanks donations: Ann Murchie, Lavonne Magstadt, Debbie & Kirk Heim, Tammy Jones, Joyce & Bob Naslund, Optimist Club
business memberships: Brian’s Lawn Care in memorial: for the art park, in memory of Ardelle Rosenau’s love of gardening and flowers from Jenn and Grant Bollingberg special thanks to: Joanne Hansen and Ann Murchie for the stained glass and art supplies; Pam Deutscher for the easel; Dakota Rental for the use of their tiller, Infinity Building Services for the sheet of insulation; Judy Martini and Jackie Hyra for being the gallery sitters
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The Arts Center activities are 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.
The Arts Center is participating in ArtsLab, a program of Arts Midwest.