Published: February 21, 2007 09:04 am            

Things to do — 02/22/07

02/22/07

ANN DAVIS GALLERY

Stephen Tirone, art professor at Morehead State University, will exhibit his pottery, paintings and sculpture: bronze, marble and wood. His work will be on display through March 31.

Friday — The gallery will host the Girl Scout Troop 1094 from Holy Family. Liz Alexander is the troop leader. The 11 girls will complete a badge for pottery. BJ Wilder, a potter from the Pendleton Center, will lead the scouts through Tirone’s clay work, followed by a tour of the gallery’s Pottery Loft classroom and then across the street to see BJ’s studio at the Pendleton.

Gallery Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; or by appointment.

1516 Winchester Ave., Ashland. (606) 324-1296.



ART OF THE REDEEMED

STUDIO & GALLERY

On exhibit:

The gallery is in Suite 206, on the second floor of the historic Camayo Arcade, 1536 Winchester Ave., in downtown Ashland. It is home to working artists Gail Kirtz and Rodney Chapman, both of whom work in various media and offer their original art and prints for sale.

A new limited edition Giclee print will be available for sale, “Transformation” by Gail Kirtz.

On Exhibit — New abstract colored pencil drawings and other contemporary works by Chapman. Also on exhibit are several new works by Kirtz, including a new rendition in oil of “Bennett’s Mill Covered Bridge.”

Classes are available in oil, acrylic and pastel.

Trumpet lessons and tutoring will be offered by Chapman at the studio. Chapman has a bachelor of music degree in trumpet performance from MSU and has performed professionally in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean.

April 21 and 22 — A two-day workshop in mixed media collage by Kirtz. Space is limited; registration requred.

The studio and gallery are handicapped accessible with an elevator.

For more information, call Kirtz or Chapman at (606) 324-5729 or (606) 547-5346 or e-mail prospectpainters@yahoo.com. Visit fineartstudioonline.com/GailKirtz.



BANANA TREE STUDIOS

On exhibit through the end of February will be works by Ann Olson, Wanda Morgan and Elsa Salyers.

The last Sunday of every month (unless it is a holiday), the studio will be the gathering place for regional artists. All artists are invited to the 5th Salon from 6 to 7 p.m. There will be a discussion on the Kentucky Artisan Heritage Trail Web site. Artists are asked to being a piece of work (finished or in progress) to share with the group.

Gallery Hours are Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment.

Classes in ceramics and painting are available.

121 East Electric Ave., Flemingsburg.

For more information, call (606) 845-7408 or (606) 356-1356 or e-mail machtk@bananatreestudios.com. Visit bananatreestudios.com.



HIGHLANDS MUSEUM and

DISCOVERY CENTER

Events:

“A Night at the Apollo” — Friday at 7 p.m. on the main stage of the Paramount Arts Center, 1300 Winchester Ave. Experience the famed Apollo Theater Ashland-style when area residents are given the opportunity to showcase their talent in music, song, poetry and dram. Admission is $5 at the door, and prizes will be awarded to winners. Applications for entrants can be picked up at the Highlands Museum. Call (606) 329-8888 for more information.

“The Faces of Hunger and Homelessness” — This photo exhibit will open March 2 with a reception from 7 to 9 p.m. Sponsored by the Shelter of Hope, the exhibit aims to show those affected by and those working against poverty in the form of hunger and homelessness in this area. The event is free as part of First Friday activities.

Special Exhibits:

“Slam Dunk! The Basketball Memorabilia of John Carpenter” — This exhibit will continue through April 7. Catch Kentucky’s basketball fever and see the memorabilia and autographed pictures taken from the world-renowned collection of Firebrick’s favorite son, John Carpenter.

“Black History Celebration 2007: Spotlight on Sports” — Celebrate the contributions of African American athletes from early years to current achievements. Local, state, national and international athletes are spotlighted with autographed pictures and memorabilia. Available through Feb. 28.

“Black History Celebration 2007: An Artist’s Perspective” — View the current works of artist Jerry Johnson. Available through Feb. 28.

FETCH! Challenge Lab — Try the activities that you’ve seen on PBS’s “FETCH!” This month’s challenge is “Rescue Mission.” Exhibit is free with regular admission.

The museum is at 1620 Winchester Ave. Admission is $5 adults, $4 seniors, children and students. Members and children younger than 2 admitted free.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday and Mondays by appointment. Call (606) 329-8888. E-mail highlandsmuseum@yahoo.com or visit the Web site at highlandsmuseum.com.



HUNTINGTON MUSEUM of ART

“A Romance with the Landscape: Realism to Impressionism” — This exhibit will run through April 1 at the HMA. This exhibit features works by Jules Breton, Julien Dupre, Honore Daumier, Charles-Francois Daubigny and Paul Signac, among others.

“American Impressionism: A French Connection” — This exhibit will continue through April 1. This exhibit features works by Clyde Hassam, Willard Leroy Metcalf and Edward Willis Redfield, among others.

On exhibit at the museum at 2033 McCoy Road:

“Tres Cher: Quintessentially French Works from the Collection of the HMA” — Will continue through April 8 and features work in a variety of media by artists such as Paul Gaugin, Maurice de Vlaminck, Auguste Rodin and Rene Lalique, among others.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.

General admission is $3 per person or $10 for a family of four or more. Admission is free to museum members, all school tours and to the public on Tuesdays.

Visit hmoa.org or call (304) 529-2701. HMA is fully accessible.



JESSE STUART FOUNDATION

Exhibits:

“Image of Appalachia,” a collection of more than 60 black-and-white photographs of Eastern Kentucky and West Virginia from the 1920s and 1930s, is on display.

“The Leming Gallery,” a collection of reminiscences reflected in the work of local artists Jim Marsh, Steve McClements, Billy Kersey, Buzzy Leming and Caroline Wilson will be on display.

Open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

1645 Winchester Ave., Ashland. For more information, call (606) 326-1667 or visit jsfbooks.com.



PENDLETON ART CENTER

The Pendleton Art Center at 1537-1539 Winchester Ave., is home to artists from the Tri-State area who have a wide range of talents.

The studios are open for First Friday each month from 5 to 9 p.m. and the following day for Second Look Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. The lobby is open by appointment with one of the artists.

March 2, 5 to 9 p.m. — Fine art photographer Jeff Ball will present his photography portfolio of the San Juan River in his gallery at the Pendleton. The portfolio features 20 fine art photographs taking during Ball’s two journeys. He will have a limited edition fine art portfolio featuring 16 of the images in a collector’s case for sale.

The following classes are offered at the Pendleton:

Mondays:

“Watercolor” with Janet Lester (606) 928-8965 and Sylvia Jackson (606) 928-0257. Classes are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration with a deposit is required.

“Handbuilding Pottery Classes,” 6:30 to 8 p.m. Cost is $80 for five weeks. Pre-registration is required. Instructor is B.J. Wilder (740) 532-0970 or (740) 646-5838.

Tuesdays:

“Watercolor Classes” from 6 to 8 p.m. with Janice LeBrun (606) 329-0048.

Wednesdays:

“Learn to Draw/Sharpen Your Skills” will be from 10 a.m. to noon. Pre-registration with a deposit is required. For more information, call Sylvia Jackson (606) 928-0257.

“Beginners Acrylic Class,” four sessions for ages 14 and older from 6 to 8 p.m. Classes will begin March 6 and continue through March 27. Cost is $80. Call Cathie Lambeau for information at (304) 697-0514.

Thursdays:

“Handbuilding Pottery Classes” from 10 a.m. to noon. Cost is $80 for five weeks. Pre-registration is required. Instructor is B.J. Wilder (740) 532-0970 or (740) 646-5838.

“Intermediate Acrylic Classes” from 6 to 8 p.m. with Janice LeBrun (606) 329-0048.

Saturdays:

“Fabric Dying Class,” from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. $120 fee includes all fabric and dyes. Register with Cathy Vigor.

Artist of the Month for February is Ron Burgess of Studio 127, featuring wood carvings and photography.

For more information on the Pendleton, call (606) 920-9863 or visit pendletonartcenter.com.



UPSTAIRS GALLERY

The featured artist for February is Michal Perrine Adams of Louisa, watercolor.

New artists displaying their talents in the Gallery include Cliff Sullivan of Versailles, acrylic and colored pencil; Kim Boley of Huntington, weaving; and Wendy Burchett of Olive Hill, pen and ink and colored pencil.

March 10, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Beginners Watercolor Workshop by Barbara Delligatti. Paint and paper is supplied, but bring your own brushes. Cost is $30.

For more information, call (606) 325-0233 or (304) 633-4401 and ask for Barbara. Hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Some of Barbara Delligatti’s watercolors can be viewed online at yessy.com.

1430 Winchester Ave. and Prudential is next door at 1428 Winchester Ave., Ashland.

        

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