Commission accepting nominations for art awards
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana Arts Commission is accepting nominations for the 2017 Governor’s Arts Awards until 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 15.
The awards recognize excellence in artistic achievement, philanthropy, arts education and leadership in the arts.
Nominations originally made but not selected for the 2015/2016 Bicentennial Governor’s Arts Awards will automatically be reconsidered for 2017. However, nominators may wish to submit updated information.
Nomination forms are available on the IAC website at in.gov/arts/2332.htm. For a list of all previous recipients, visit the website.
Artists can apply to be on studio tours
Applications are being accepted for the 19th annual Back Roads of Brown County studio tour. A juried event, the October tour is founded and produced by local artists.
For more information, email Jonathan Bolte at [email protected] or call 812-325-5925. Download applications at browncountystudiotour.com.
Make jewelry from beads and wire at free program
From 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 18, a free jewelry program will be offered for adults and teens at the Brown County Public Library, 205 N. Locust Lane, led by local artist Cheri Platter. Materials will be provided for making small items such as earrings and a bracelet.
Stop by the library to sign up or call 812-988-2850.
Workshops planned at art gallery
Two workshops featuring two artists will be conducted monthly in the Art Education Studio at the Brown County Art Gallery, 1 Artist Drive.
Both require participants to bring their own supplies.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 25, Jeanne McLeish will conduct a $60 class that includes any medium.
All Color Media, led by Wyatt LeGrand from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 4, costs $125.
For more information on each workshop or to register, visit browncountyartgallery.org or call the gallery at 812-988-4609.
Photo club exhibiting work at winery
Work by members of the Brown County Photography Club will be on exhibit at Chateau Thomas Winery during regular hours through Tuesday, Feb. 28. The show will be changed during its run, so multiple visits are encouraged.
The show will feature a variety of photographic styles from established and emerging artists including Norberto Nunes, Sharon Bussert, Jessica Bussert, Max Lance, Shirley Lance, Gail Hyde, Tyria McKain, Dan Troglin, Dick Haggard, Tony Cecere, Bobbie Walker and John Walker.
Framed and matted photographs will be offered for sale. Matted photos will be in the lobby to the left of the main music venue.
The photo club is open to photographers of all skill levels. The group meets at 7 p.m. on second Tuesdays in lower-level Room B of the Brown County Public Library. Visitors are welcome. The club hosts field trips for photo shoots to nearby venues. For more information, search “Brown County Photography Club on Facebook.
Art guild to focus on pastels during month of March
The Brown County Art Guild, 48 S. Van Buren St., will feature the exhibit “Unexpected Light: The History & Importance of Pastels” throughout March.
It will include works by Donna Shortt, Pam Newell, Corrine Hull, Mary Ann Davis, Carol Strock Wasson, Chris Griffin Woods, Gerrie Govert, Ron Burgess, Robert Hoffman and Charlene George, plus never-before-seen pastel works by early Brown County artists Carl Graf, V.J. Cariani and Marie Goth.
Free demonstrations and lectures are also scheduled at the Guild as follows:
- Saturday, March 4 — 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., pastel demonstration and talk by member artist Davis.
- Saturday, March 18 — 2 to 3:30 p.m., brief lecture and demonstration on pastels by member artist Wasson.
The art guild is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and from noon to 4 p.m. Sundays.
For more information, visit browncountyartguild.org and click on “upcoming events” or call 812-988-6185.
Weaving workshop planned at Artists Colony
The Artists Colony Inn, 105 S. Van Buren St., will offer weaving workshops from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12 and Saturday, April 29.
Participants will be able to use a tapestry weaving loom and tools, a variety of yarn textures and colors, a printed weaving guide and get a meal voucher for lunch or dinner at Artists Colony the day of the workshop.
To register, call 812-988-0600 or visit artistscolonyinn.com for more information.
Studio, display space available in gallery
B3 Gallery, in a new location at 61 W. Main St., is seeking additional Hoosier artwork to display.
All varieties of 3-D work are sought, as well as 2-D space for artists not currently affiliated with a local gallery.
Studio space also is available for artists who need a dedicated space to work, to give demonstrations or classes and to display their work.
For more information, stop by the gallery, call 812-988-6675 or visit [email protected].
Back Roads of Brown County tours scheduled
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily during October, 24 artists will open their studios to the public in 15 locations around Brown County.
Visitors can meet artists, watch them work, explore their studios and buy a variety of handmade work directly from artists.
A free map is available at the Visitors Center downtown or at browncountystudiotour.com. Some studio hours vary and are listed on the map. For more information, visit the website.
