Donald Cossaboon-DeGregorio, Pioneer Artist

Rest in Peace. We miss you!

Ricardo Barros’ gallery talk, slide show and book signing

What: Artist, Ricardo Barros’ gallery talk, slide show and book signing

When: June 6, 7pm

Where: Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, 22 N. High Street, in Millville’s Glasstown Arts District, NJ Hours: T-Th, Sun—11-5; Fri—11-8; Sat—11-7

Princeton photographer RICARDO BARROS will discuss is work and book entitled, Facing Sculpture: A Portfolio of Portraits, Sculpture and Related Ideas. The talk, book signing and slide show is scheduled for June 6, 7pm.

Mr. Barros has photographed artists he knew from his days of serving as the principle photographer at Grounds For Sculpture at Hamilton, New Jersey. He shot 100 sculptors in all and on average, spent a half-day with each sculptor exposing 48 to 96 frames.

Mr. Barros will present a slide show of his work which puts both the artist and the artist’s work in the same frame. The way he is able to mesh the art work and the artist is compelling and highly original. Pleaes rsvp to 856 327 4500. RSVP required. Free of charge.

Silver Visions, the current exhibition in the Main Gallery, featuring Ricardo Barros and Connie Wellnitz, curated by Michelle Post and Liz Nicklus, will be on view until June 14. Connie Wellnitz’s presents meticulously hand-colored, film-based photographs. Also being exhibited are Susan Rau and Doris Botts in the Alcove. There is an Older Adults Exhibition in the Atrium. Also in the Atrium is the work by Army Specialist Michael Shelton along with photographs taken in Iraq during his tour of duty. In the Witt Gallery, the Café Artists are featured. Upstairs in the studio work by the 4^th & 5^th grades of Silver Run School are displayed.

Come out on June 6 for Ricardo Barros’ talk and enjoy all the diverse work throughout the galleries. The Gallery Shop has many new pieces that are whimsical and great for the shore house. Russ Greco’s fish sculptures are delightful fun.

These exhibitions are made possible by the support of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts, RRCA members and donors. This month’s sponsor is Colonial Bank.

Carolyne Krull

Executive Director

Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts

22 North High Street

Millville, NJ 08332

856.327.4500

856.327.9280 -- fax

Carolyne.Krull@rrca.us

www.riverfrontcenterblogspot.com

www.riverfrontcenter.org

Teen/Young Adult Open Mic Friday April 4

Hello Performers, Audience, and Friends.
Just a reminder that it's time again for the monthly Teen and Young Adult Open mic
upstairs at the RRCA studios, Glasstown Arts District, 22 N. High Street Millville, NJ.

Join us Friday April 4th 6-8pm and showcase your talents or "force" your talented friends to sign up and show their stuff! We need YOU to perform your original work and what is a performance without an audience? So even if you are shy and don't want to perform, please come out and support local talent.

Poetry, Music ,Rant, Comedy, (covers in moderation please, we want to hear what YOU have to say) or any other performance worthy trick you have up your sleeve is welcome. This month we will also briefly be highlighting a new trend in open mics, Story Slam. We'll explain it and let it fly at the mic. Basically you draw a subject from a hat and you have 3 min to tell your personal story that relates to that topic. The audience awards points to the performers and most points wins. No prizes though, just prestige in this performance community of ours! This won't take up the entire evening, just a taste.
So if you want to stretch your creative muscles or get your feet wet as a first time performer, join us at the RRCA!

Don't forget about the Teen Arts Festival 1st Friday May 2
Poetry Workshop 9:30-12:00
Recorded and written examples of spoken word and slam artists
writting and perfecting original work
and a group story written to be performed the same day
Open Mic to perform the workshoped pieces 1-2pm
Flyers will be available at the open mic on April 4th or call the RRCA 856.327.4500 or me, Rita at 609.425.4642
Thanks and keep the creativity rolling!
Rita Lynn Lyman poet, performer, and host of this event.

questions, comments, suggestions
please email me with teen open mic in the subject line. ritalynnlyman@hotmail.com

Barn Studio Alumni -- The Early Years & More

The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts and The Barn Studio of Art have collaborated on “Barn Studio Alumni – The Early Years” featuring 20 artists. The artists exhibiting in this show are among the first students to have studied at The Barn Studio of Art when Pat Witt opened the Barn doors in 1962.

Since 1962, Pat has taught and inspired thousands of children and adults with her enthusiasm for the arts and nature. Recognized for her many achievements, Pat’s biggest reward comes from seeing many of her students go on to become accomplished freelance artists, painters, potters, architects, photographers, commercial artists, illustrators, graphic designers and art teachers. She is equally proud of those students who have gone on to many other professions as inspired individuals. This show will be the first of a series of Barn Studio Alumni shows.

The artists featured for this opening alumni show are:

Glenn Rudderow, Keith Ragone, Mary Nomecos, Nancy Witt Mulick, Lisa Paul, Patty Callahan, Robyn Dubois-Hee, Andrea Workman, Theresa Markiw, Kathy Vannozzi-Deacon, Mary Ann Kline, Maryann Cannon, Dawn Kohansky, Ella Gant, Carol Stringari, Carol Barnett, Betsy Tasker, Elizabeth Regan, Beverly Hughes, and Joseph McLaughlin and Danny Reiser (in memoriam).

Opening Reception is Friday, March 21^st, 2008 at 6 pm. Come meet and hear the Artist Talks starting at 6:30 p.m. We hope you can join us! For more art from Barn Alumni, visit Madrigal and Looking Glass, right next door to the RRCA. These establishments will be featuring Donna Pio, Bob Corson, Libby Rothfarb, Patricia Moore and Ramon Perez. Artist’s House just around the corner on Main will be exhibiting the work of other Barn students. Also opening that night at the RRCA, Center Artist Members in the Witt Gallery. Helen Troia and Tom Singleton in the Alcove. Youth Art Month in the Atrium. The Gallery Shop is featuring new work by Joe Guarrera and Fiber Arts and more. The Artists Studio upstairs will be open for 3^rd Friday.

All exhibits are free and open to the public. Hours: Closed Monday, open by request; T-Th & Sun- 11-5; Fri – 11 -8; Sat – 11 – 7. For info: 856-327-4500 Third Friday Sponsor is ServPro Cumberland County.

Are you a former student of The Barn and interested in sharing your experience. Please visit www.barnstudio.org and follow the link to the Alumni page.

The Barn Studio of Art recently obtained its status as a New Jersey non-profit corporation. One of the key reasons for seeking a non-profit status, a decision made by Pat and her daughters, was to perpetuate the Barn for the future. Over the last few years, with the inception of the RRCA and the Arts District in downtown Millville, Pat and her daughters wish to see the arts community continue to flourish with The Barn Studio of Art as a vital part of it. They are interested in hearing from former students and especially those who may be interested in participating in future alumni shows or even teaching at The Barn.

Funding from the New Jersey State Council on the Arts makes this program possible. RRCA is handicapped accessible. Please telephone in advance for more information or requests.

Carolyne Krull, Executive Director
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts
22 N. High Street
in Millville's Glasstown Arts District
Millville, NJ 08332
www.riverfrontcenter.org
http://www.riverfrontcenter.blogspot.com/
856-327-4500
fx 856-327-9280

3rd Friday: Postcards in the Mail and Associate Artists

Children of Children Exhibit in Millville NJ. Kids discuss teen pregnancy

Students are asked to confront questions and issues concerning teen pregnancy. This is part of the outreach by Cumberland County Human Services Advisory Council, FAMCare, North Jersey Plannned Parenthood partnering with the RRCA. Children of Children, Portraits and Stories of Teenage Parents is a multimedia traveling exhibition by photographer Michael Nye. The exhibit is a collection of stories of men and women ranging in age from 12 to 100 whose lives have been affected by teenage pregnancy. Approxmately 20 schools in Cumberland County have scheduled visits for students from 4th grade through 12th. Each class takes about 45 minutes listening to the voices of people in the photographs. As they stare into the picture, the glass reflects their image back to them. One class was very animated, talking to one another about the stories they had heard and taking their friends to see the photograghs. Most groups listen intently to the stories in total silence. Then with their teacher and the facilitator (with counseling background) , they get together for a discussion on the exhibition and its related topics. The discussion includes drug abuse and having enough education. The discussion turns to how a teen's social life will be altered along with parents and friends. Students are asked what profession or job they would like to have. They think about how having a baby would curtail their future plans

Main Street Millville/MDC Awards 2007

On Monday September 17th, the Millville Development Corporation honored city employees, downtown merchants, artists, and volunteers who have improved Millville and its downtown. The event was held in the main gallery at the RRCA. It was a chance for folks who work hard to have fun and receive recognition. Here are some of the awards given out. Go to the links to see Videos of the award winners.
Each award was named after a popular song. The "Street Fighting Man" award was awarded to Carl Johnson
The "I am a believer" award was won by Maryann Cannon and the "You Ain't see Nothin Yet" award was give to Linda Raines She is on the 2nd part of the same video with Maryann Cannon. Bogart's Books won the "Eight Days a Week" award for being open every day of the week. The "Knockin on Heaven's Door" prize was won by Christina’s Boutique which is on the Village on High on the 500 block of High Street.Don Cossaboon-DeGregorio got the "Get Up Stand Up" award. The "You are Precisely My Cup of Tea" award was awarded to the Vintage Rose Tea Room Jim Penlyn won the "With a Little Help from my Friends" award for opening his studio and shop called JB and Me in the Art District. One of the architects of the Millvile Arts District Kim Warker won the "We Can Work it Out" award. She does deserve this award with all that she does for Millville. The next award was given to Isabelle Samuel She won the "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" for her wonderful colorful studio and shop on High Street. The "There's No Business like Show Business" award went to Sitar Bob Price. He is holding the 2nd AnnualSEPTEMBER SHORTS FILM FESTIVAL on Friday September 28th. Our Executive Director Carolyne Krull won the "Lean on Me" award for developing strong relationships between the RRCA and Main Street Millville. Two new businesses in downtown Millville Flynn Interiors and Blac and Blue received the "Welcome to the Jungle" award for starting their businesses in Millville.Skyline Antiques received the "Staying Alive" award for having the business on the 3rd floor with no elevator.The Emcee's of the festivities were Marianne Loads and Tim Shannon. They were excellent and made the evening very fun for everyone. Marianne Loads and Allison Corson were thanked by Tim Shannon for all the work they do day in and day out for the Glasstown Arts District and Main Street. Watch this Video to find out who won the "Love Stinks" award that closed out the event

Drawing the Line Exhibition Aug 17 to Sept 15

Curated by Rachel Citrino, this is an invitational exhibition of drawings by contemporary artists. The show features: Jacqeuline Sandro, Z'OTZ Collaborative, Elaine M. Erne, Carol Caputo, Mauro Corbani, John Costanza, Gerald DiFalco.

Plus Shreepad Joglekar, Kate Kern Mundie, Maureen Ciaccio, Jack Larimore, James Mundie and Michelle Oosterbaan.

The gallery artist talks began at 5:30 PM, , They were followed by a reception for the artists from 6 to 9 PM. Musicians Steve Testa and Jody Jannetta performed during the opening. This month’s Third Friday sponsor is the Millville Development Corporation


But there’s more to see and enjoy at the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts. The Witt Gallery features The Society of New Jersey Artists plus the sculpture of Gerald Lynch. Anthony Thompson and Yvonne Yaar will fill the Associate Artists Alcove. Plus there was video of Gerald Lynch and a video preview of the Cumberland County Open Studio Tour which will be Saturday October 13th

3rd Friday Associate Artist Show

On 3rd Friday July 20th 2007, the RRCA held its Associate Artist Show. There were seven artists that spoke. The first to speak was Pat Proniewski who is a ceramicist. Next to speak was Diane Emerson who's presentation is at the bottom of this posting. She is also a ceramicist. Seppo Siimes spoke about one of his landscape paintings. Dorothy Botts explains how she started to be a painter. The artist to speak after her was Jimmy Walker , who's medium is pencil. Libby Rothfarb describes herself as a "watercolorist" explained that her training was in botany and this love of flowers. Donna Pio works in oil's and she states she started painting when her grown daughter was a year old. She has studied under Pat Witt for many years.

New Exhibit!

The Earth Goddess Sculptures of Gerald Lynch

Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts

22 N High Street in Millville's

Glasstown Arts District, NJ

Opening 3rd Friday August 17 5:30-9pm,Artist Talks begin around 5:30pm

OClosing reception Showdown Saturday,

September 15, 2-4pm

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In addition to the Main Gallery exhibit, Drawing the Line, the Associate Artists' Yvonne Yaar and Anthony Thompson in the Alcove, and Society of New Jersey Artists in the Witt Gallery, RRCA will also be featuring the work of Gerald Lynch, sculptor, from August 17 - September 15.

NY Times reviewer, Fred B. Adelson, wrote that Gerald Lynch’s “voluptuous female figures, which he calls earth goddesses, emerge from the blocks of marble in contrapposto stances, immediately bringing to mind Michelangelo and the classical tradition of stone-cutting. In contrast, the rough-hewn bases from which his figures rise suggest both the earth's energy forces and sculptured supports created by Brancusi. ''I perceive marble as a sacred medium -- earth bone formed hundred of millions of years ago,'' Mr. Lynch states. ''And the experience of carving it, although physically demanding, is a spiritual one.''”

The RRCA is honored to have Gerald Lynch’s work here in the Witt Gallery along with the Society of New Jersey Artists. SNJA’s exhibition theme is water. And Lynch’s next work, had he lived, was to be based on a water theme. So through the cooperation of Jenny Klein, SNJA president, and Cheryl Crews, from whose collection the work is taken, the Riverfront Center is proud to show pieces in marble, limestone and bronze. The award-winning film on his life and work will be shown through out the exhibit.

T-Th 11-5; F 11-8; Sat 11-7; Sun 11-4

See you on High Street.

Meet the Artists July 14th

The RRCA had its monthly "Meet the Artists" event this past Saturday July 14th. There were presentations by member artists as well as tours though the 2nd floor studios.

George Cheety exhibits at the RRCA

George Cheety exhibits at the RRCA
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts 22 N. High Street, in Millville's Glasstown Arts District, NJ

One of the area's master artists, George Cheety, is showing a small sample of his oeuvre in the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts Gallery Shop. This is a rare opportunity to view his delicate renderings. He last showed with Mo Pagano and Fred Manders at the Vineland Art Alliance. Mr. Cheety is a regular visitor to the RRCA, where he is known to enjoy the many artists on display here. His friend, local artist and mathematician Larry Ericksen, and he usually make a day of visiting the Glasstown Arts District at least once a month. It is always such a pleasure to chat with George. Now to have his work here is a special treat!

Carolyne Krull, Executive Director
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts
22 N. High Street in Millville's Glasstown Arts DistrictMillville, NJ
www.riverfrontcenter.org

RRCA's SHINE CAMP IN NEW STUDIO SPACE

Contact: Carolyne Krull--856-327-4500

WHAT: RRCA KICKS OFF SUMMER ART EDUCATION WITH SHINE CAMP IN NEW STUDIO SPACE
WHERE: RIVERFRONT RENAISSANCE CENTER FOR THE ARTS, 22 N. HIGH STREET, IN MILLVILLE'S GLASSTOWN ARTS DISTRICT, NJ

The Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is proud to announce the First United Methodist Church SHINE Camp for inner-city were enjoyed an afternoon of art in RRCA's new art classroom. Along with Joanne Reger's many SHINE volunteers, RRCA volunteers, Jen Kirchner and Yajaira Montero, led 20 Shine campers through 3 art projects on Thursday, July 5. The new space is located in the backroom which up until now has been used for storage and 3rd Friday preparation. Due to the generosity of Marie Carley, the room is newly tiled by Don B Franks and looks beautiful. Sculptor, David Carrow, stepped in and planed the door to fit the raised floor. The room needed climate control and the RRCA purchased an air conditioning/heater which will be installed with the help of Don Cossaboon, Thundersun Forge. When the ACE classes begin on July 9, the Junior Artists's classes will be held in the new studio classroom.

The teen Associate Artists classes will also have a new space thanks to so many people. The entire upstairs was painted by volunteers from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, District Council 711. Joe Derella, Millville City Commissioner, and Nelson Thompson, IUPAT, arranged with Dan Scioli, the local Business Representative, to ask the Union's workers to lend their expertise to the Art Center. Mark L. Gilde, Dave Suter, Percy Ternley and Ella Turnley spent 2 days finishing the drywall with tape and spackle, cementing and coating walls, and painting. This gave the studios upstairs a bright, clean look, but there was still so much old, heavy material that needed to be removed. One call to Liz Nicke, at the Parks Department, and 5 wonderful people emptied out debris that was so heavy, it seemed that it was there to stay. Much gratitude to: Edward Gandy, Adam Seitz, Rodney Menz, R.J. Tambellini, Mike Cimino and Belford Hawn for accomplishing the impossible. Also many thanks to Mark Krull and Jay Helfrich for their on-going support with all these projects. The RRCA is happy and grateful to all the people who gave of their time and talents to make this renovation project a reality.

Vision Statement
To Promote and utilize the arts as the catalyst for cultural and economic revitalization of the region.
Mission Statement
To advance the center as the focal point for cultural, educational, and artistic enrichment and create a sense of community; while positively impacting the economic vitality of the Millville Glasstown Arts District.


Carolyne Krull, Executive DirectorRiverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts22 N. High Streetin Millville's Glasstown Arts DistrictMillville, NJ 08332http://www.riverfrontcenter.org/