Issue102 - 012012

THE ARTS CENTER What’s Inside: THE ARTS CENTER NEWSLETTER Issue 102 - January 2012 Courtesy of:

A Word From Our Director Upcoming Performance Upcoming Classes Partnership & Collaboration Just for Fun: Art Activity Artist News / Updates

From the director’s desk:

Taylor Barnes Executive Director

The post-it note that was placed on my desk requested “current thought from our fearless leader for 2012”. Most days I can muster fearless and some days I can adopt the mantle of leader, however, consistent fearless leader might be a stretch. I like the quote by Robert Jarvik, “Leaders are visionaries with a poorly developed sense of fear and no concept of the odds against them”. I can relate to that quote and it seems to sum up a benefit of being truly engaged in the arts.

When the Jamestown Fine Arts Association Board of Directors launched a $1.5 million dollar renovation and development campaign, they didn’t let fear dissuade them. Given the other major campaigns in town, the Board also may not have been aware of the odds against them. Nonetheless, they led the way into the project and have successfully raised funds, transformed buildings and will develop the Arts Park.

I do know that being engaged in the arts (the process of creating) helps develop leaders. Leadership requires making wise and deliberate choices—as does the creation of art. Creating requires taking a risk and managing change in the process—as does the successful leader. Whether choreographing a dance, composing music, creating a story or laboring over a painting, one has to develop a goal; assess the project; and wisely choose how to move it forward.

As we move into 2012, I imagine that the Arts Center staff and the JFAA Board of Directors will continue to both lead and create as we imagine possibilities: assess project(s); and successfully engage Jamestown in the arts.

MORE O TTHA ORE TH THAN H

Saturday, February 24th 6:00 pm at The Bunker

THE ARTS… MORE OREE TH THA THAN JUST UST S T TA TTAL TALK A THE ARTS ARTS…

SAVE THE DATE: The Arts Center’s Annual Gala 2012 The Arts…

More than Just Talk

JUST TALK

Barefoot in the Park sponsored by:

performances bringing performing artists to the community

2nd ACT Community Theater

BAREFOOT IN THE PARK by Neil Simon Neil Simon’s Barefoot in the Park is a comedy about the just-married Paul and Corie Bratter, who move into a dilapidated New York brownstone apartment. Faced with reality after their honeymoon high, the young couple clashes over the building’s disrepair, their eccentric neighbor, a surprise visit from Corie’s mother, and ultimately at the heart of it all, Corie’s free-spirited ways vs. Paul’s more conventional personality.

Three dinner theater performances: Thursday – Saturday, March 1, 2nd and 3rd Venue TBA Tickets in advance only, payment required at time of reservation: The Arts Center, 213 2nd Avenue NW, Jamestown, 701-251-2496 $20 members / $25 non-members

Community Arts Calendar

Check out other artful entertainment options in Jamestown. www.jamestownartscenter.org/page25.html There are concerts, plays, and performances from various groups around town.

upcoming classes providing opportunities for artistic development and exploration

Class for adults (16 years of age and older) Adult classes take place in the Hansen Arts Studio, unless noted differently.

Comic Book Art with William Hessian Wednesdays, Jan 11 - Feb 1 • 6:00 - 7:30 pm • $20 member / $30 non-members Interested in drawing comic books? Learning to sketch in the style of comic books or manga? This evening class will spend 4 sessions learning the process behind comic book art. Areas of study will include: layout, penciling, inking, coloring, and sequential storytelling. Everyone will have at least one full colored comic page at the end of the session and the knowledge to make many many more!

More like fun, than a class

an artful happy hour with William Hessian Tuesday, Jan 10 • 5:00’ish - 7:30 pm • FREE Meet People, Mix Drinks, Make Art! This month we are painting Martini Glasses.

All the materials are provided. Just bring the beverage of your choice and join us after work. Sponsored by: The Corner Bar ND History Mural at Ave Maria with William Hessian Saturdays, Jan 14 and 28 • 10:00 am - 4:00 pm • FREE Join the residents of Ava Maria to reminisce about ND history while adding to the 30 foot long mural in the hallways of Ava Maria. Bring pictures of things to be painted into the scenery like barns, houses, native animals, landmarks, and buildings.

The Art for Life program is funded through a grant from the ND Council of the Arts.

Class for kids

2nd Saturday Program (Grades 1 - 5) Saturday, January 14th 10:30 am - 12:00 pm • Arts Center Office • $5 members / $7 non-members Class will explore The Village of Round & Square Houses by Ann Grifalconi FAMILY WORKSHOP: Cartoon Characters Saturday, January 21th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm • Buffalo City Mall • Free will donation Create cartoon characters using your imagination and each other as models.

CLASS REGISTRATION Call 701-251-2496 or stop by The Arts Center office, 213 2nd Avenue NW You can also register online www.jamestownartscenter.org Pre-registration is required for all classes. This ensures the correct amount of supplies, amaterials and workstations for all participants.

Taylor Barnes, The Arts Center’s Executive Director accepts a gift from Robert Carlson, NDFU President.

partners & collaborations working with and for our community North Dakota Farmers Union (NDFU) recently presented a $5000 check to the Jamestown Fine Arts Association (JFAA) to be used to further the mission of the Arts Center.

NDFU President Robert Carlson said, “North Dakota Farmers Union is proud to support the local Arts Center and we hope it will provide much needed funding for the various projects they are responsible for in the Jamestown area.”

JFAA also operates the Hansen Arts Studio and is financially responsible for the Kirkpatrick Gallery at the Frontier Village. The group is developing the Arts Park as well.

“This gift will definitely help us,” commented Arts Center Director Taylor Barnes. “Our mission is to enrich the Jamestown area through the arts and with donations like this, we can fulfill that mission.”

support the arts Make a tax-deductible gift to support the arts. The Arts Center depends on the generosity of many people and organizations to generate the programs listed here. Gifts can be either large or small but every penny counts and these donations are much needed to sustain the organization.

Robert Kurkowski (1944 – Dec 13, 2011) From the front cover: Portrait of Robert Kurkowski

by Patrick A. Tupa To the Left: Raku Vessel by Robert Kurkowski Learn more about Bob in these recent articles highliting his life, achievements and legacy: http://ow.ly/7Ysuf http://ow.ly/7ZccC

thank yous donations:

Harold & Marie Bensch, Jo & Helmut Albrecht*, Lois Knudson, North Dakota Farmers Union, Scherbenske & Son, Hilltop Learning Center

project donations/500 Club (*repeat donation):

Kathy & Harvey Huber, Vince Gregor*, Connie & Charles Wells, Barb Lang and Art Todd, Deloris Christy, Laurel Haroldson

business memberships(**10% increase):

Vining Oil, Dakota Brands International, Lindberg Brothers, Dakota Central Telecommunications, Dr Ed Anderson, Looysen I Care, PC, Scherbenske & Son, Newman Signs, Professional Eyecare Centers PC, Jamestown Chamber of Commerce, Dr Tim Sinner

special thanks to:

Marylin Salting for volunteering her time weekly, Bank Forward for sponsoring Mother Goose is Eaten by Werewolves, Jaci & Harley Trefz for teaching and providing supplies for the stained glass class, Jane Austin for art supplies, Carolyn and John Brauner for the print and glazes, the Corner Bar for sponsoring Arts Happy Hour

just for fun Check out this interactive online art activity from the Exploratorium.

It is a vast site, with lots of learning and activities including Origami.

In America many people think of paper folding as a child’s craft. In Japan, paper folding is a serious art for all ages. Give it a try yourself. The site has several step by step projects and paper making instructions. Visit: www.exploratorium.edu/exploring/paper/index.html

take note A Great Resource for Artists

Fractured Atlas is a non-profit organization that serves a national community of artists and arts organizations. Its programs and services facilitate the creation of art by offering vital support to the artists. They help artists and arts organizations by providing access to funding, healthcare, education, and more.

Go to: www.fracturedatlas.org

Looking for Opportunities, Juried Shows, etc.?

The North Dakota Council on the Arts lists many “Calls for Artists” on their web site. Go to: www.nd.gov/arts/artopps/visual.html NDCA Seeks Poetry Out Loud Participants This national recitation contest encourages youth to learn about great poetry through memorization and performance. The competition begins at the classroom level, with winners advancing to a school-wide competition and then the state finals. One student from each state will compete at the 2012 national finals, where $50,000 in scholarships and school prizes will be awarded. To learn more about the program, or to register, contact Rebecca Engelman at the NDCA, 701-328-7593, or rengelman@nd.gov. Registration deadline is January 13, 2012!

A registration form is available at www.nd.gov/arts/whatsnew/POL.html.

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OFFICE: 115 2nd Street SW, Jamestown HOURS: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm Saturday 12 – 4 pm 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.

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