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| TOO REAL IS TOO REAL is a juried exhibition of paintings and sculpture by artists of New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware which explores the lasting impact of Surrealism on present day art making. The artists in this exhibition have come to the idea of the 'surrealist image' by way of a variety of paths. The works in this exhibition will have less to do with Surrealism as a historical object, and more to do with how the surreal continues to breathe uncanny life into the art of the present, and informs the differing visions that artists present today.
Thirty works including sculpture, paintings, drawings and collages will be available for sale. Many Associate Artists of RRCA will be participating as well as several artists from the tri-state area. For more images, contact Carolyne.Krull@rrca.us.
APRIL 18-May 17, 2008-04-02 Reception to meet the artists on April 18, 2008 from 6pm-9pm Artist talks and announcement of awards at 6:30pm
THE RIVERFRONT RENAISSANCE CENTER FOR THE ARTS 22 NORTH HIGH STREET, MILLVILLE, NJ 08332 |
Please join RRCA Board of Directors and Honorary Gala Chairs, Jim and Wally Hurley, at this year’s Spring Gala on April 12, 7pm – Midnight for a magical April in Paris evening. RRCA’s Gala raises funds for its Arts Creates Excellence (ACE) program which provides art education year round for the area’s school children from ages 3-18 years. Your support of this event means all the difference for children attending Summer Art Camp. The more funds raised means the more scholarships RRCA is able to offer. The cost per person is $75. Contact RRCA at 327-4500 for more information. If you need an invitation, just give us a call.
Enjoy the silent auction and the complimentary wine bar, martini bar, the incredibly delicious food of Clorinda and a live auction with Rob Shannon. The Silent Auction will feature the work of many wonderful. artists.
RRCA wants to thank its many sponsors that have made this event possible: Allen Associates, CertaPro Painters,
Vision Statement
To Promote and utilize the arts as the catalyst for cultural and economic revitalization of the region.
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.
The
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 21st, 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
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
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
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.
#1. Millville, New JerseyGlasstown Arts District
What makes it special: Designated by the National Trust for Historic Preservation as a Main Street Community in 2004, the Glasstown Arts District has been thriving for more than eight years. With affordable, mixed-use properties featuring period architecture, monthly art walks, a large public art center with gallery and studio spaces, and lots of cultural activities, this river town of 26,000 is an energetic place to call home.
What it offers: The town’s annual marketing budget clocks in at just over $300,000, bringing in a lot of tourists. Plus, if you purchase a mixed-use property in the Glasstown Arts District, you can get a facade grant of up to $10,000 (1:1 match) to improve the front of your home. While many Main Street Communities offer such grants for businesses in their districts, it’s the mixed-use designation that makes Millville unique among grant programs.
The March issue of Art Calendar, a national business publication for visual artists, lists the top cities for working artists. Millville is the only Garden State town to make the list.
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The district, now in its eighth year, has 16 galleries, which displays the works of about 150 artists, Lods said. But the city wants to do more.
On Monday, local artists and other city officials met for the monthly Mayor's Arts Task Force to discuss ways to bring new artists to the city. Proposals include a fellowship program, and creating new grants and loan programs, Lods said.
"I know we were growing, but we have a long way to continue to develop and grow," she said. When the New Jersey Motorsports Park opens in the summer, "we have to be ready to step up the to the plate and hit a home run."
The distinction already has helped the district, Lods said.
Last Friday, a Las Vegas-based artist called Lods to discuss relocating to the city, after she saw the list.
The publication considered criteria such as artist relocation programs, financial assistance, reasonably priced workspace, tax benefits and marketing assistance.
Art Calendar's editor Kim Hall, who wrote the story, said hundreds of communities are trying to create arts districts, but Millville is unique because of the district's success in helping artists.
"They focus on artists and want them to have an established community and make a good living," she said.
Hall said the districts were not ranked in any particular order.
Art Calendar credited Millville for its annual marketing budget of more than $300,000 and a grant program for artists to upgrade their façade.
This was the first time the publication, which has a circulation of about 15,000, created this type of list, Hall said. The publication relied mostly on reputations among artists, she said.
"A lot of places will have one artist move in, and they're very proud of that," she said. "Millville is making it a very strong place for artists to live."
Maryann Cannon, owner of the La Bottega of Art and The Village on North High Street, has found the city much more accommodating than other towns. Cannon got a low interest loan to open her businesses, which displays works of several other artists.
The city "called and said 'we want you,'" Cannon said.
The artists all talk to each other, and their works all complement one another, Cannon said.
"The artists have a say" in the district, she said.
The Millville PAL Family Night at the Holly City Family Center attracted over 170 children last Friday despite the snow and rain. Children and parents flocked to PAL's kick-off event. They received water safety instruction, free swim time, areobic and fitness workouts. The City of Millville's Weed and Seed program gave out bike helmets to 80 children. 
Frida Kahlo bus trip
Artisans: Elm Grove Fiber Arts, HeislervilleHand felting is an art. Betty Peterson, her sister Mabel Meyer, and daughter Stephanie Leason, make up the artists of Elm Grove Fiber Arts. Felting is an age old art that within the past few years has experienced a growing reviva
The Three Dollar Bills,
They brought back the old-time sounds of American Folk music. A conglomeration of bluegrass, blues, and country. Over 75 people came out on Friday Feburary 8th
Ariel Rom-banjo, guitar, dobro, vocals Chris Scarfo-guitar, mandolin, lead vocals Steve Tobin- lead guitar
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2nd Friday 2/8, 6-9pm
Sponsored by Steve Sammartino
856-327-4500
Music:
The Three Dollar Bills,
Bringing back the old-time sounds of American Folk music. A conglomeration of bluegrass, blues, and country. We're bringing the country back to country music.
Ariel Rom-banjo, guitar, dobro, vocals Chris Scarfo-guitar, mandolin, lead vocals
Steve Tobin- lead guitar
Artisans: Elm Grove Fiber Arts, Heislerville
Hand felting is an art. Betty Peterson, her sister Mabel Meyer, and daughter Stephanie Leason, make up the artists of Elm Grove Fiber Arts. Felting is an age old art that within the past few years has experienced a growing revival. Centuries ago, people made everything from clothing to tents (Yurts) with felt. We create 3-d soft sculpture, making a wide variety of things from dragons, dolls, puppets, birds, reptiles and mammals. Most new ideas start with, “ I wonder if I can…..”
Brew:
Home Brewed Belgian Ale
Thanks to the generosity of Steve Samartino the RRCA will be offering music, art demos, open studios, refreshments, and art talk each 2nd Saturday with the exception of April.
for the last several weeks the common room on the 2nd floor has had the floor sanded and varnished and the brick cleaned up. Thanks to Sheila who has spearheaded this project. See you tomorrow, 3rd Friday at the RRCA Postcards in the Mail show. I have 3 photo entries too!!
The RRCA along with Bridgeton Main Street Association unveiled its first Bridgeton Wishes art display. Student artists from Youth to Youth Project Vision put art at 97 E. Commerce Street in Bridgeton. There was a reception and dedication at Brenner's Brew at 21 E. Commerce Street. City officials joined the dedication.
Each of the local businesses will exhibit the selected works from April 3rd Friday through May in their windows. Additionally, from the winning images, judges will select 12 images for a 2009 calendar also to be sold at the above locations. A “People’s Choice Award” will be chosen during the exhibition for the calendar cover.
Postcards:
The
Works will be judged on their impact as illustrations of Millville’s history, rebirth and attractions as well as their applicability to the promotion of
There is no entry fee. Entrants grant the each location the sole right to reproduce and sell the winning entries as postcards and to reproduce those images for promotions. The artist will not receive payment from the sale of the postcards. Every postcard or promotional piece promotes you and your image. All copyrights, beyond the publication of the images as postcards, remain with the artist. .
Exhibition Curator Contact: Jay Helfrich, by email “jayhelfrich@comcast.net” with “Postcards” in the subject line.
Judge: The Post Card Club of
Eligibility:
1. Artists may submit up to three original works in any 2D media (drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, etc.) completed within the past 10 years.
2. No piece may exceed 24” X 36,” including frame. Minimum size of image: 8”x10” All work must be wired for hanging and suitably framed (no clips or fast frames). Works on paper and photographs must be glazed. It will be necessary to remove winning works from their frames for reproduction.
3. RRCA will not assemble any item and reserves the right to reject any work that requires an inordinate amount of difficulty in
handling. No wet, fragile, or ill-prepared work will be accepted.
4. All work must be for sale. A 40% commission will be retained by the RRCA on the sale of any artwork, unless the artist is an Associate Member.
5. Label: Back right hand corner of each piece, including: Artist’s Name, Title, Medium and Price, with no personal contact information.
6. All works selected for exhibition will remain for the duration of the show and may not be withdrawn until designated pick up dates.
Receiving Dates: All works must be delivered to the RRCA on
Judging: Works will first be selected for exhibition Notification of selection/non-selection will be on Wed, 11/16 after
Biography: Submit updated biography at receiving. No personal contact information can be included in the biography.
Reception: The Opening Reception will be held at the RRCA on Third
Show Closing: Exhibition closes on
PLEASE NOTE CHANGES FROM ORIGINAL PROSPECTUS:
MINIMUM SIZE OF WORK IS 8”X10” IMAGE SIZE.
ALL WORK MUST BE FRAMED OR IT WILL BE REJECTED.
ELIGIBILITY INCREASED TO INCLUDE WORK CREATED IN THE LAST 10 YEARS
Delivery at the RRCA on
Winning images will be announced on 3rd
QUESTIONS!!!!!
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts:
Give a teen a full year of programming in RRCA ACE Independent Studio Plus and the Animation Studio Project! At this level you will receive all of the above and an archival quality print by Bobbie Berg.
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