Published: March 07, 2007 02:39 pm            

Things to do — 03/08/07

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.

Pottery instructor Bill Meadows will resume classes on Mondays, April 2 through May 21, or Tuesdays, April 3 through May 22. For sign up information, please call (304) 654-9948.

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.



DOODLES STUDIO and GALLERY

Friday, 5 to 7:30 p.m. — Open artist’s reception for the new show “Signs of the Times,” featuring traditional, heritage and contemporary works by Kentucky artisans. This show will be on exhibit through May 23.

Also, there will be an opportunity to purchase new books by authors T.F. and Brenda Flynn including, “Divorce, Work and Some Good Stuff of Life in Poems” and “Crafting With Attitude,” a compilation of 95 crafts anyone can do easily and quickly. The authors will be on hand to sign and dedicate books.

Light refreshments will be served. The gallery will feature new pieces by local artists Dale Regensburger and Michael Wagner. New work to be shown includes photography by T.J. Johnson, a resident of Morgan County, and fine acrylics from Ski Meers, who lives in Mason County.

Also in the gallery are handcarved wooden jewelry boxes by artist Tim Ashmore of Morehead, as well as new handcrafted jewelry by Marian Wall. Other works on display include traditional and paper mosaics, oils and fiber art.

For more information, contact Brenda Flynn at (606) 845-0411 or via e-mail at brenda@brendaflynn.com. Visit doodlesgallery.com. 101 East Water St., Flemingsburg.



HIGHLANDS MUSEUM and

DISCOVERY CENTER

Special Exhibits:

“The Faces of Hunger and Homelessness” — On display through April 15. This exhibit inaugurates a new traveling photographic essay, the result of a survey conducted by the area’s Shelter of Hope. The focus for this exhibit is community awareness; the data and photographs demonstrate the impact and diversity of poverty in our community.

“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.

“Styles and Textiles: Crazy Quilts from the Nineteenth Century” — Visit our textile area where elegant fabrics and elaborate stitches were designed in unconventional and decorative ways for the Victorian home.

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

Student Special Events:

“Every Child is an Artist” — Wednesdays (March 14, 21 and 28) from 12:45 to 2:15 p.m. Preschool art experience for child and caregiver, includes story and playtime. Sign up for all four sessions at $30 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Walk-in cost is $10 for nonmembers and $7.50 for members. Discount given for second child in the same family. Call to register at (606) 329-8888.

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

HMA is hosting ceramic artist Mike Vatalaro as a Walter Gropius Master Artist for a lecture, workshop and exhibit all of his work in March.

An exhibit of work by Vatalaro will be on view through March 11. He will speak about his work at 7 p.m. today at HMA. A reception will follow. Admission is free.

“A Romance with the Landscape: Realism to Impressionism”

“American Impressionism: A French Connection”

“Tres Cher: Quintessentially French Works from the Collection of the HMA”

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. Some studios are open daily; some are open by appointment with the artist. Contact information for artists is available in the lobby.

The Left Bank Cafe — Now serving soup, sandwiches, pastries, coffee, tea and soft drinks during the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. The cafe is also open for First Friday and Second Look Saturday events. (606) 325-3815.

Spaudling and Wallace Fine Art Printing — 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. (606) 325-3309.

Aladdin’s Art Gallery — Custom framing and gifts. (606) 325-2597.

The following classes are offered at the Pendleton:

Mondays:

“Watercolor Classes” 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. New classes will begin April 2.

“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.

“Beginning Acrylic Painting Class,” from 6 to 8 p.m. Classes will begin March 5 and continue through March 27. Ages 14 and older. For more information, call Cathie Lambeau at (304) 697-0514.

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:

“Bead Weaving Class” from 1 to 4 p.m. March 17 and 24. Learn Peyote and Herringbone Stitch. Fee is $45. Bring beads, beading needle, beading thread and scissors. Register with Cathy Vigor (606) 325-3691.

“Free Form Bead Weaving Class” from 1 to 4 p.m. April 14 and 21. Fee is $45. Bring beads, beading needle, beading thread and scissors. Register with Cathy Vigor (606) 325-3691.

Artist of the Month for March is Janet Lester of Studio 103, featuring portraits, as well as other subject matter in watercolor.

For studio rental information, call Josh Spence (304) 634-3880.

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



UPSTAIRS GALLERY

Michal Perrine Adams will remain the Featured Artist for the month of March. Her award winning watercolors took top honors with one sale in the recent Greenbo Art Show.

Kathleen Hollett received an oil painting award at the Greenbo Art Show, as well as Ron Haeberle for his watercolors. He took several awards and one sale.

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 and blow dryer. Pre-registration is required. Call (304) 633-4401 or leave at message at (606) 325-0233.

The second annual Spring Art Show will be May 4 through June 22. This will be a photography show this year. Prospectuses will be available in March. See Barbara in the gallery for one or call the numbers listed below.

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.

1428 Winchester Ave., Ashland.



ACADEMY OF THE ARTS

Today, Friday, Saturday and March 15, 16 and 17, 7 p.m. — The non-profit after-school theatre arts training program for young artists specializing in performance of theatrical productions is pleased to announce their 2007 spring production of “Disney’s Cinderella Kids.”

All tickets are by donation only, but reservations are needed in advance.

In the Christian Life Center, 1628 Winchester Ave., Ashland. Reservations can be made by calling (606) 324-3107 or (606) 232-6979 or via e-mail at maxxumtvs@netzero.net.

        

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