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Bloomington’s thriving arts scene is directly correlated to the presence of the flagship campus of Indiana University and the overwhelming influence and resources afforded by its students, faculty, staff and facilities.

Columbus, Indiana is a small town with a modern twist.

Forget everything you think you know about the Midwest. Columbus is home to the largest collection of modern architecture outside of New York, Chicago and Los Angeles. Columbus has been called “a veritable museum of modern architecture” by Smithsonian magazine. Six post-modern buildings in Columbus have been named National Historic Landmarks. This city is one of Indiana’s treasures.

From two Dale Chihuly glass sculptures to a 20-foot tall Henry Moore statue, the public art creates added visual interest throughout the city.

For more than a century, Brown County has been a haven for

artists of every medium from all over the United States. Its natural beauty, seclusion, local charm and hospitality have won the hearts and loyalty of many.

In the early 1900s, Theodore Clement “T.C.” Steele, an Indiana artist, “discovered” Brown County. Steele invited his friends and fellow artists to visit and the word of this special place soon spread. Brown County quickly became The Art Colony of the Midwest.

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If you stumble upon a trail of large metal sculptures while wandering the backwoods of Solsberry, you’ve found it—the Sculpture Trails Outdoor Museum. It was created to be a place

where the local community can experience cutting-edge sculpture and artists can display their work and hone their craft.

“I always wondered what it would be like if when I was four or five, I’d seen something like Sculpture Trails. There are a lot of kids who go there and see a sculpture that used to be in Chicago, but now it’s in their backyard,” said Gerard (“Gerry”) Masse, who helped found the organization with his wife, Lisa.

Gerry, who was raised in Solsberry but now lives in Lexington, Kentucky, makes his living through selling his art, sharing his metalsmithing skills, and restoring sculptures and antiques. The Sculpture Trails organization, however, has become his passion.

The project began in 2002, a sidelight to Gerry’s mother’s popular Christmastime crafts show at the old tobacco barn on the family’s property in Solsberry. Since he knew there would be a crowd of at least several hundred people, Gerry decided to put out a few of his sculptures on display in the surrounding forest and invited some friends to join him.

“We thought at least someone will see them, unlike in our studio,” Gerry said.

The artists took the visitors on a stroll through the woods to see their work, explaining their creative process and how the sculptures were built.

“They just loved it. They were overwhelmed that we would do something like that,” he said.

Encouraged by his community’s response, Gerry decided to continue installing sculptures in the woods. Soliciting new

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additions from his friends wasn’t hard. “Artists will tend to just pile sculptures up in their studio. I did that, my buddies were doing that,” said Gerry.

By now, so many artists want their work included on the trail that a review committee has been formed to choose the most appropriate additions. Today, the trail includes more than 100 sculptures placed along three miles of trails.

Although the museum is now registered as a non-profit and has its own board of directors, it is entirely volunteer-run, and much of the work is still done by Gerry and Lisa.

Installing the sculptures in the woods requires several hundred pounds of concrete to be poured as a base, concrete that has to be hauled in and mixed by hand. Maintenance is no easy undertaking, either.

“It’s hard to keep them looking good—that’s one of our biggest expenses. Steel likes to rust, and we have to paint it,” Gerry said.

When trees fall across trails, Gerry drives up from Lexington with his chainsaw; sometimes trees fall on sculptures, and he deals with that, too.

In 2010, Gerry and his fellow artists built a large foundry that allows artists to pour up to 1,500 pounds of metal into a giant sand mold on the property.

Every summer, experienced sculptors and novices alike gather at the foundry for cast iron sculpture workshops, which run for four one-week sessions and have begun filling up nearly a year in advance.

Participants—who are accepted to the workshops

on a first-come, first-served basis—are given access to the foundry’s equipment, exposure to other artists, and instruction as needed. Interns, often college students majoring in metalsmithing, assist the participants and run the facility. Throughout the course of the summer, the participants create hundreds of sculptures, some of which get displayed on the property.

Many of artists who participate in the workshops “build more work in that one week than they do the rest of the entire year,” Gerry said. Likewise, beginners come away with the kind of rigorous education it might take years to achieve in a more sedate setting.

“It’s kind of like going to art war: ‘Shave your head! We’re going into the fire!’” he said.

Throughout the year, Gerry and some helpers lead “Traveling Foundry” workshops, in which they teach groups

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Gerry Masse at one of the iron pours. courtesy photo

Every summer about 30 people, experienced sculptors and novices, come for a month’s worth of cast iron sculpture workshops.

The foundry is in the valley below and one of Gerry Masse’s sculptures in the foreground.


of people—often schoolchildren—how metalsmithing works, and guide them in creating a cast metal relief sculpture. A popular project for schools involves each child making one piece of a collaborative sculpture that gets displayed on the wall.

“So the whole school gets to see how a foundry works,” Gerry said.

The museum brings people to the Solsberry, which pleases Gerry.

“The new commissioner down there has seen that the place is bringing in people from all over, and that helps out Yoho’s, that helps out Rosie’s, and the local gas station,” he said.

Likewise, the public has embraced the organization. Although there is no cleanup crew, “there’s never any trash, we don’t ever see cigarette butts or candy wrappers, nothing. That really shows the level of respect from the community,” Gerry said.

The website <www.sculpturetrails.com> provides artist information, directions, workshop opportunities plus an enlightening video of iron sculpture workshops.

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Craig Brenner, “the man at the piano,” has mastered a variety of jazz styles, playing every sort of venue from cocktail lounges to the New Orleans Jazz National Park. He was an original member of the Ragin’

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jazz, and blues. His wife Lori adds vocals and percussion when they perform as a duo. His group Craig Brenner & the Crawdads plays get-up-and-dance tunes with a New Orleans sound. And he often plays with other notable musicians such as guitarist Gordon Bonham, drummer Dan Hostetler, and bassists Nate Brenner or Brian Lappin.

Coming out, just in time for the holidays, is a live blues and boogie woogie CD, tentatively titled Live at The Old Mint, featuring Craig, wife Lori, and award-winning percussionist Alfred “Uganda” Roberts. Ten of the tracks were recorded live in New Orleans. It’s been four years since his last CD (with the Crawdads), which featured all original music. Call him perfectionistic. It’s just taken that long to amass live tracks that meet his standards.

Brenner grew up in Florida in a musical family. He had piano, organ, and oboe lessons as a child, listened to Elvis and Chuck Berry as a young teen, which is when he began to realize that “music is about what you can express, rather than what you know.” He ardently believes that the language of music is learned just as speech is learned, by listening.

“It’s not the lesson at 4 p.m. The music is there before you take the lesson. I spent a lot of time in college learning music, and that just helped with technique. I had a lot of teachers who would say, ‘read this,’ but that’s not really how it should work. It’s important that I let the music reflect what I love about it. That’s why I called one CD, Window on the Soul. I don’t think I could function without being involved in music.”

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“A lot of people look down on boogie woogie. Since it has a repetitive pattern, it might not seem as complex as some of the later evolutions in jazz piano playing. But if you listen, boogie woogie players create their own interpretations. A piece might start out as boogie woogie and then it turns into stride, gospel, blues. By the end, one piece has travelled through this whole arc in only five or six minutes.”

Confident of his own skill and passion, Brenner says, “If I get there once, they usually ask me back.” He’s also not afraid to admire players not always at the top of everyone’s list, including Fats Waller, “up there with Art Tatum,” and Erroll Garner, “whose sense of rhythm and swing is unbelievable. He was really great, but didn’t get the respect.”

Called “a fine and funky pianist” by Living Blues, he’s been voted “Best Musician” in Bloomington numerous times in the Bloomington Independent, and Craig & The Crawdads has been chosen best band. He’s is a two-time recipient of Indiana Arts Commission Individual Artist Program grants.

The first Arts Commission Grant allowed him to study and perform with Bob Seeley, whom he calls “the best boogie woogie player in the world” and with blues pianist Big Joe Duskin. The second grant enabled him to arrange his composition, “Homage to New Orleans” for the Bloomington High School South Jazz Band, and make a recording of the students performing the piece for viewing on YouTube.

He is proud of his musical family. Son Nate plays electric bass with tUnE-yArDs, which recently had a #1 CD for the year in the Village Voice’s poll of polls, Pazz and Jop. His son Eli is a drummer, who grew up playing with Dad; his step-daughter Toni, now in Korea teaching English, plays vibes and clarinet. Only his step daughter Myriah has not been on a CD with Craig. “Yet,” he says.

In addition to performing and recording, Craig composes, arranges, and teaches advanced piano students the fundamentals of jazz, blues, and boogie woogie piano.

You can catch him at Cafe Django Friday, October 25 and at the Pine Room Tavern in Nashville, Friday, November 8. Craig & The Crawdads will return to the 2014 Indy Winter Blues Fest at Birdy’s, Feb. 15, 2014, You can find a complete schedule and Craig’s CDs on his webpage <craigbrenner.com>.


“There are about ten different ways you consider a painting finished,” says Patricia Cole as she contemplates a large canvas on the wall of her studio in Bloomington’s near west side, “and

one of them is that you get sick of it and want to move on.”She laughs, knowing full well that she’ll continue working on the

problem until it’s been resolved. This painting, Eve and Adam with the Lourie, includes, along with more

common symbols of apple and serpent, a South Africa Lourie bird and a large green artichoke leaf. “I picked an artichoke and left it in the studio. When I came back about a week later it had unbelievably changed into this violet color with a little filament. It was extraordinary. I think that is what made me want to paint the original.”

While interested in art from a very young age, Patricia didn’t think of art as a calling until much later in life. “I thought you had to be really gifted

to be a visual artist,” she says. “My family was not inclined towards art. If they went to a museum in Chicago it was the Museum of Science and Industry. We didn’t go to the art museum. My thing was books. The first visual art I was captivated by were book illustrations.” When she finally did get to the Art Institute, “It sounds exaggerated, but it was life changing. I remember in particular a self-portrait by (Gustave) Courbet. It was like, ‘Oh, my god!’ Your brain just started working overtime thinking about stories associated with it. Of course, it was a very romantic image.”

In 1963, she came to Bloomington to study at Indiana University. “Those were tumultuous times,” she smiles. “They were very difficult. It took me 10 years to get my undergraduate degree.”

While living in San Francisco, she began taking classes in ceramics and jewelry design. Returning to Bloomington, she studied ceramics with the incomparable Karl Martz at IU’s Fine Arts Department. She was happily preparing for a career in the crafts when she discovered that she lacked a class in Introductory Drawing for the degree. “I had a great teacher and he saw something in my drawings. He told me he thought I should paint. It was another life-changing experience. I thought I was directed towards the crafts—painting’s hard!”

Cole finds inspiration with family and the memory of her childhood in Ireland. Child Looks at Death is an attempt to grasp what’s been lost when a parent dies suddenly. “A lot about my identity was formed when I was very small, as a new person coming to this country,” she says. “Various events in my family history left me with questions about being an outsider and I wanted to know

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While continuing to live in Bloomington, Patricia has two places from which she draws her inspiration. One is by Lake Michigan and the other is in South Africa. Lake Michigan draws forth pensive blue studies, like Painter in Winter. “It’s simply someone painting in their kitchen. The space it’s in is clear: the person has a paintbrush in their hand and a palette on their lap. I like to think that I caught something in the face about how hard it is to move around your studio when it’s freezing, yet you have to keep painting.”

While visiting South Africa, Cole was offered a residency at the University of Johannesburg. “I’ve been five times,” she says. “I love Africa. I wish every American could have a little bit of Africa.”

It has changed her painting in ways she’s only beginning to explore. “I haven’t a clue how I can bring it all together,” she admits. Rather than presenting a new show

of her art, “I’m trying to work right now, put in studio time. I just want to focus.

“There’s a saying by Mark Twain, ‘I can live for two months on a good compliment.’” she adds with a twinkle in her eye. “A compliment would carry me along, but the thing that’s more important than making money is the recognition of your peers.”

That is one reason she’s taken a room at Bloomington Clay Studio in the renovated I. Fell building at West 4th and Rogers Streets. “I’ve been trying to reconnect with the art community,” she says. “Part of why I’m here is that it’s nice to be around other people. I get some good feedback and I like the energy of being around people working. I feel very good about where I am.”

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In January 2013, the city of Columbus received the designation of a Cultural Arts District from the Indiana Arts Council. The Columbus Arts District is one of only

five in the state of Indiana. At the same time, Kristen Brown, mayor of Columbus, announced the Columbus Arts District Strategic Plan. When Brown released the plan, she listed as one of her top priorities, “to be the creative and cultural capital of the Midwest.”

In a letter to the community, Mayor Brown states, “We pride ourselves on this achievement and appreciate all the ways that our arts district enhances our quality of life, sense of community and economic vitality and sustainability. But we also envision our arts district to be the strong foundation for an even more remarkable combination of people and place—one where more art of all varieties is produced by students, adults and artists; one where more art is enjoyed by residents and visitors; one where our heritage and diversity are celebrated more pervasively; and one where other rich elements of urban life flourish.”

Since Brown took office in 2011, more than two dozen community members have gathered information from town hall meetings, open houses, forums, and online surveys to develop a strategic plan. According to the planning committee, the goal of the downtown arts district is to offer a variety of cultural experiences that are appealing, affordable and accessible to everyone in the community.

“We all benefit from such a transformation,” says Mayor Brown. “A vibrant and unique arts district enriches our lives, attracts and retains a diverse array of talented people, and strengthens our local economy and tax base.”

The arts district in downtown Columbus stretches from 16th Street to Second Street. At the western edge of the district is Mill Race Park, and Chestnut Street is at the east end. According to the plan, the district is divided into four corridors: Washington Street (the Commerce Corridor), Jackson Street (the Arts and Education Corridor), Fourth Street (the Entertainment Corridor), and Fifth Street (the Architecture Corridor).

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Columbus. It is also home to many cultural events. It spans 15 blocks north and south of the arts district. The Columbus Area Arts Council (CAAC) hosts their annual block party and the JCB NeighborFEST along Washington Street. The events attract nearly 5,000 people of all ages to the streets of downtown Columbus. A number of civic buildings, including City Hall and the Bartholomew County Courthouse are located on this street. Many restaurants and commercial businesses also occupy space in this corridor.

The Jackson Street Corridor forms the basis of an emerging art and design education cluster, according to the mayor’s plan. The plan includes a goal to produce world class designers by growing The Indiana University Center for Art+Design (IUCA+D), located next to the IUCA+D Art Gallery and YES Cinema.

The Entertainment Corridor, which recently received a $178 million renovation to transform Fourth Street into a multi-functional urban street, houses The Commons and Mill Race Park. The renovation allows for flexible use by motor vehicles and pedestrians. The corridor also includes parking facilities and several restaurants and bars.

Columbus is well known for its world-class architecture. Fifth Street, the Architecture Corridor, houses several significant buildings. Among them are the mid-century

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Ceramicist Adam Egenolf has put down roots in Brown County and plans to stay. Egenolf and his wife, Barbie, along with their son, Archer, age two, moved to Nineveh a

year ago. Their daughter, Violet, was born in August. Egenolf’s rural upbringing and entrepreneurial spirit, which he inherited from his father, has made him a successful artist at a young age.

“Growing up on a farm in a small town in Indiana has influenced my outlook of many things in my life,” he says. “A thought that everything is made to be used for a specific reason has been planted in me. When the time is taken to create something, there must be a purpose for that object and a set process to make it correctly. These ideals drive my motivation for creation.”

Egenolf took a few art classes in high school, but it wasn’t until college that he realized he could make a living as an artist. During his sophomore year, he entered several pieces in an art show. He won a small award and a gallery owner bought all of his pieces after the show.

“I went to college to be a teacher,” he says. “But I realized that I was paying for school with art projects I sold and thought, ‘This could be a job.’”

He received a bachelor’s degree in studio art from University of Southern Indiana (USI).But it wasn’t until after he graduated that he discovered the process of crystalline. He spent months researching and testing the process. The result is a finished piece of art that allows crystals to form into delicate flower-like patterns.

“Crystalline glazing is a process that involves a precise balance of clay, glaze, temperature, time, and form,” he explains. “Most people think that they are pressed flowers. The crystals grow from the center outwards. It forms just like a flower or plant.”

Egenolf graduated with a master’s of fine art from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He has been a full-time artist since college. He makes about 2,500 to 4,000 pieces each year. At first, he made only functional pottery like bowls and cups, but began to experiment more and added vases to his product line. His

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passion for learning led him to use the crystalline process on horizontal items.

Most crystalline ceramicists don’t make flat objects, according to Egenolf. The process changes when an artist moves from vertical glazing to horizontal. His wall sculptures show glaze can be used for color and texture, not just for growing crystals.

“Crystalline glazes, when applied correctly, are able to show movement, depth, and many different sizes and shapes of crystal growth,” he explains. “With my wall sculpture, I have been inspired by the different ways that water is disbursed and moves over the earth, as well as by specific phenomena that have occurred in crystalline firings.”

Egenolf has been selling at art shows for five years. He participates in 20 to 25 shows each year from Minneapolis to Miami. Eighty percent of his sales occur from April to August. He spends October to March making his inventory.

“In a good week, I make 250 to 300 small functional items or 200 vases,” he says. “I figure I “touch” a coffee mug 26 to 30 times before the customer ever sees it. That is, from taking the clay out of the bag until it sits on the shelf.”

Throughout the month of October, Egenolf will participate in the Back Roads of Brown County 12th Annual Driving Tour. This year, 13 locations with 18 artists will open their studios to the public. Artisans will demonstrate their

craft and sell their wares in a relaxed setting. The self-guided tour is free and maps are available at the Brown County Visitors Center, at various businesses in Nashville, at tour studios, or on the group’s website at <www.browncountystudiotour.com>.

On November 8 and 9, the Local Clay Potter’s Guild will hold the16th Annual Holiday Pottery Show and Sale at St. Mark’s Methodist Church in Bloomington. Egenolf is a member of the guild, a cooperative organization that promotes individual artistic growth. The sale will feature 3,000 to 4,000 pieces of pottery from 23 area artists. The group also offers a workshop once a year.

For now, Egenolf enjoys life in Brown County and plans to be involved in the Nashville art community. He will continue to research and try new things as he creates new pieces. His love of math and science makes his job an interesting and challenging one. Though he works with colors every day, he sees each piece as a well-thought-out design.

“I don’t look at what I’m doing on the creative side as much as the analytical side,” he adds. “I don’t just pick a color. I have to think about it. It’s really the process that I like the most about my work.”

Visit his website at <www.egenolfceramics.com.> or “Like” Egenolf on <Facebook.com/egenolfceramics> to see more of his wall art and pottery.


Brown County is a place for arts, nature and adventure. During October, you can combine all three on the Back Roads of Brown County Studio Tour.

Every day in October, thirteen studios will be open to the public. The studios, tucked into the woods on winding back roads, offer visitors a chance to watch artists work, view a selection of new artwork, and buy one-of-a-kind items directly from those who made them, just in time for Holiday shopping.

Eighteen local artists and craftspeople will show work, and the variety is impressive.

Rosey Bolte and Martha Sechler are both painters and gourd artists. Amanda Mathis also paints, known for her distinctive primitive style.

Three studios specialize in clay. Adam and Barbie Egenolf, new to the tour this year, create crystalline-glazed ceramics. Larry Spears makes traditionally crafted stoneware, porcelain, and raku pottery, finished with his signature glazes. Judy and Tom Prichard focus on functional and decorative stoneware, and create unique sawdust-fired pottery as well.

At Cox Creek Mill, Bradley Cox recycles metal into artwork for garden and home.

Two weavers demonstrate weaving on a loom. Joan Haab weaves chenille into garments and accessories. Chris Gustin creates wearable woven art, and also recycles industrial “scrap” fibers into rugs and other items.

Carrie Foley makes fine handwrought jewelry, including semi-precious stones and copper work. At Faerie Hollow Studio, Dallas Platter creates lampwork glass beads, and then his wife, Cheri, combines the beads with precious metal clay into jewelry. Cheri also hand dyes silk scarves.

Peggy Henderson also makes jewelry and hand-dyes fabrics. Her husband Joe is a woodworker who makes clocks, bowls, and other items.

Michele Heather Pollock creates artwork by stitching into paper, building 3-dimensional paper sculptures in shadow boxes, and hand binding journals and other books.

Monique Cagle is an artist who creates work in multiple mediums, including painting, fiber art, jewelry, and hand-painted glassware.

New for 2013, members of Indiana Plein Air Painters will be painting on the T.C. Steele Historic Site grounds from 1–3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays.

This self-guided driving tour is free to the public. All you need is a map, which can be downloaded from the website or picked up at the Visitor Center in Nashville. Studio hours vary, so it is important to check the map for details. Visit<www.BrownCountyStudioTour.com> for more info.

master works such as First Christian Church, St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Cleo Rogers Memorial Library and the world headquarters of Cummins, Inc. The Columbus Area Visitors Center and the Miller House and Gardens are also part of the Architecture Corridor.

“Our entire community is very excited about all the possibilities and opportunities for the arts district,” says Jayne Farber, lead project consultant to the City of Columbus for the Arts District. “A steering committee and coalition of over 70 community members have identified nearly 40 projects and initiatives to move the plan forward over the next several years.”

The recommended projects include: facilities development and preservation, art and programming, art and design education, art and artisan retail, urban infrastructure, and arts tourism. A detailed list of projects is listed in the strategic plan on the city’s website.

With the distinction of an arts and cultural district, Columbus has an opportunity to attract talented people and new business owners to downtown Columbus. The mayor and her team of dedicated community members plan to provide a great atmosphere of art, culture, and economic growth. But the mayor believes it is up to the community to realize the vision of a “creative and cultural capital of the Midwest.”

“Success depends on all of us working to harness the collective power of our community,” Brown says. “The success of the Columbus Arts District depends on the entire community.”

For more information on the Columbus Arts District Strategic Plan, contact Jayne Farber at <[email protected]>. The strategic plan, known as ADVANCE, is available on the city’s website at <www.columbus.in.gov>.

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Eleanor Roosevelt once said, “Beautiful young people are accidents of nature; beautiful older people are works of art.”

Mill Race Center (MRC), located in Mill Race Park in Columbus, Indiana is a community center for active adults. Its goal is “to maximize opportunities for citizens over age fifty to lead independent, healthy, and meaningful lives.” And to achieve this goal, MRC has adopted the philosophy of incorporating art and craft classes as a major focus of its programming.

Cindy Chodan, Program/Membership Coordinator, explains the art and craft classes fit perfectly with The Six Dimensional Wellness Model which the Center has implemented.The program was developed by Dr. Bill Hettler, Co-founder and President of the Board of Directors of the National Wellness Institute. Its six components include: social, occupational, spiritual, physical, intellectual, and emotional.

The fitness center is a big draw to members but many join Mill Race Center specifically for the art classes. Music lessons such as piano and guitar, knitting, glass, painting, and jewelry making classes are just a few of its offerings. The Center’s programming options support the community-wide effort to promote arts and culture.

The most recent addition to the offerings, Project MRC: Artist in Residence & Savor: A Culinary Feast, is designed to showcase the work of artists who will demonstrate the visual, wearable, and culinary arts. The series is scheduled for October 28 through November 15 and will consist of three, week-long sessions featuring three Brown County artists. Classes will be held in a casual area that is accessible to members and the general public and local residents are invited to stop by to watch and interact with the artists. No reservations are required.

Patricia Rhoden BartelsOct. 28–Nov. 1 9:00–5:00A painting class at the University of Toledo’s School

of Design piqued Patricia Rhoden Bartels’s interest and commenced her 40-year career creating oil, acrylics and watercolor paintings. Her gold-leafed ornate painting technique is one aspect that allows Patricia’s art to distinguish itself from works by other painters.

Patricia will demonstrate a style of broken brush strokes common to the Impressionist Period. She will focus on the river and wooded areas located behind the Center and develop varying color harmonies similar to the scenes Monet painted at different times of the day—responding to changes in the light.

Daren Pitts RedmanNov. 4–8, 9:00–5:00

Daren Pitts Redman is a nationally known quilt artist and has been featured on HGTV’s That’s Clever. She designs, hand dyes, paints, and pole wraps her own fabrics. Working in her studio barn, she uses the Japanese Shibori technique to tie, clamp, and resist the fabric through an immersion dye process to create patterns.

During her artist-in-residence, Daren will design and sew a new series of textile wall hangings using her hand-dyed fabric.

Amy Greely Nov. 11–15, 9:00–5:00 Amy Greely has been working in metals for more than 20

years. Her form is simple, but distinctive. Inspired by ancient civilizations, modern architecture and nature. She crafts unique jewelry interpretations from sterling silver, 18k gold bi-metal, and copper.

Amy is creating two new lines of jewelry—one inspired by trees and one inspired by water. Most of the rough work will be done in advance of her scheduled time at MRC, so the finish work of texturing, coloring, and a bit of forming will be demonstrated.

In addition, three area chefs will create original menus as an element of the Savor: A Culinary Feast part of the series.

On Monday, October 28 Doug Pacheco and the chef from Pacheco Winery on Third will offer a wine-paired hors d’oeuvres menu. On Wednesday, November 6, Chef Carrie Douglas, Culinary Arts Instructor for C4, will demonstrate how to brine and stuff a turkey. She is planning a variety of healthy side dishes to complement her entrée. A third chef will be featured the following week. Culinary demonstrations are limited to 24 persons and advance reservations are required.

MRC is located at 900 Lindsey Street in the Columbus. The website is <www.millracecenter.org> and Bob Pitman, the director, can be reached at (812) 376-9241.

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Art Interrupted: Advancing American Art and the Politics of Cultural Diplomacy was organized by the Jule Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art at Auburn University, the Georgia Museum of Art at the University of Georgia and the Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art at University of Oklahoma with funding provided by the Henry C. Luce Foundation and the National Endowment for the Arts.

The presentation of the exhibition in Bloomington was made possible by the Class of 1949 Endowment for the Curator of Western Art after 1800 and the Indiana University Art Museum’s Arc Fund. Additional support was provided by a challenge grant generously issued by David Jacobs and matched by the IU Art Museum National Advisory Board.

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ART INTERRUPTEDO. Louis Guglielmi (American, born Egypt, 1906–1956). Subway Exit (detai), 1946. Oil on canvas. Jules Collins Smith Museum of Fine Art, Auburn University; Advancing American Art Collection, 1948.1.17

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“When I first tell people about it, they first look puzzled and doubtful. You can see the wheels turning, and then the eyes and

faces light up, and they can’t wait until it’s done! The more people hear about it, the more interest there is. And there is nothing like it in Brown County. This would be a first,” says Brown County artist Monique Cagle.

Imagine transforming an old metal grain bin into a 600-square-foot art studio. Cagle, a serious painter and jewelry maker, with a world of whimsical sidelines and interests, is passionately engaged in doing just that to make her Sleepy Cat Studio more than a conceptual space. The grain bin stands well off the road, a copse of trees on one side, a field on the other. An old red barn recently painted with giant sunflowers, morning glories, and a cat, is not far away.

“I’m an artist and for years I’ve been working out of my home, eking out space in the dining room, front porch, bedroom, wherever I could find room and light. Over time, I ran out of space, and I wanted my house back. I really need a proper studio. A place with plenty of light, storage, and work area,” Monique writes on her fundraising campaign page.

“I’ve seen stories and pictures of grain bins that have been recycled into everything from bars to B&Bs. Surely with a little work, mine could be made into an art studio. I talked to the local building trades teacher at the high school. He said his class could take it on as a school

project. This will take the whole school year, but it will keep my cost down significantly. It will be a great learning experience for the kids—they’ll really have to think outside the box! They can use some reclaimed and green building materials, which will be good for the environment,” the campaign page continues.

Just to be sure, she also consulted an architect. Raising money through donations seemed to be the only way she could make the dream happen. So she found Go Fund Me. She does not take the generosity shown there lightly or for granted. The thank you gift received by donors is personalized and thoughtful. “The more people that support me, the more responsibility I feel,” Cagle says.

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“July 3: Here it is! I’ve launched my fundraising campaign! The funds I’m asking for will cover the building materials, plus 30% of the cost of those materials which goes to the building trades class. The amount of $15,000 will give me the basics- framing, drywall, electrical, windows, doors, and a floor. If I’m able to raise over that amount, the surplus will go towards cabinets, countertop, work tables, chairs, better lighting, and some basic art materials for students. I want my studio to be accessible to everyone, so I’ll have a ramp installed as well. I can invite other artists to use the space to teach and do workshops. Visitors could see the gardens, visit the chickens and pet the goats. They’d see many of the same views that inspire my paintings, and they’d come away with a unique art experience that I think they’d remember for a long time.”

Monique estimates that she works about 60 hours a week, moving from project to project. In her paintings, the theme is almost always something associated with the farm: fields, trees, her beloved cats and dogs, the chickens, and wonderful moon-lit landscapes. She has won various local awards, including the 2007 Hoosier Salon “Best Work, First-Time Exhibitor, any Medium,” award, three first prizes in the acrylics division at the T.C. Steele State Historical Site Paint Out and a merit award in 2005 from the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association.

And just because she loves doing it, she also crochets and felts beautiful wool booties for babies and toddlers. “The booties are just fun to make. I love the idea of hundreds of babies out there wearing the booties. And they last forever, so you can hand them down,” she said.

“Today I was interviewed for an article about my grain bin art studio project for a regional art magazine! It was a gorgeous day, so we sat out in the sunshine in front of the grain bin while we talked. It seemed to me that the bin itself was benevolently listening to all that was said—it really has a friendly vibe to it. It was meant to be so much more than a repository for soy beans, and it knows the day will come when it can really shine. Slowly the story is getting out there, about the crazy cat lady chicken farmer artist who wants to turn an empty old metal grain bin into an art studio so all can come from far and wide to learn a little about art and be an artist, maybe just for a day, maybe for the rest of their lives.”

Monique’s art can be seen on line at <sleepycatstudio.com>. Her work can be found at Ferrer Gallery, Brown County Art Gallery, and at the Brown County Craft Gallery in Nashville, and at The Venue Fine Arts and Gifts in Bloomington.

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When Bella Bella Arts, a local manufacturer of custom-made art furniture, began as a full-time venture for its founder/designer Lara Moore in January 1998, the business took

off at a fast and furious pace. Upon its first application to exhibit, Bella Bella was invited to show at the prestigious American Craft Council Baltimore Wholesale Show, to considerable success. Selling wholesale at regional shows, the company shipped to galleries around the country. After starting out in Lara’s living room, the business moved twice to successively larger facilities. Lara says today, “Back in the day, I was selling to 317 galleries. Now I have fewer than ten active galleries everyone else went out of business…. We were making money and were able to pay everything so easily, and we didn’t even know how good it was.”

After absorbing the numerous shocks of a bad economy, Bella Bella proved remarkably resilient and inventive in finding new products, new procedures, new equipment, and new selling opportunities as manufacturing and merchandising have changed enormously in the past decade. In her new smaller workspace on Patterson Drive, Moore says that efficiency has become her highest priority. “This workroom may seem small, but I’ve had up to six people in here at once without any problem. We condensed and organized better. Everybody contributes. Everybody’s thinking: how can we do this faster, better, safer.”

The signature look of a Bella Bella table comes from lovely organic designs hand-cut and applied to various wood forms in many layers of tissue paper in deep, contrasting colors. (Think of the cut paper designs of late Matisse for a rough comparison.) Where the designs truly come to life, though, is in the final step. The application of a thick, durable resin that variegates the tissue paper, bringing out subtle nuances of texture and drawing up every deep color in the hidden layers, resulting in resonant tones reminiscent of rich fabrics or organic stains of earth or metal. “The paste acts like a resist, almost like wax in a batik. The lighter areas are where there’s more paste, and the darker areas are where there’s less paste,” Lara said. She created a recipe book detailing component layers in a particular order so that each color can be reliably reproduced

Early on, the resin had to be mixed and poured under powerful heat lamps in a special plastic-lined room while wearing a full-body Tyvek hazard suit and respirator. The operator might think she had unwittingly stepped into Dexter’s kill room. The pouring itself led to the frequent heartbreak of spoiled objects and excruciating waste. This process has been vastly improved with a new resin applicator that was added last year. Instead of mixing approximate amounts in buckets to be poured, the new machine mixes the resin components precisely as it travels along a tube ending in a spiral-grooved nozzle. It comes out slowly, in the needed amount with no leftover waste. Lara said, “Someone taught me a long time ago: your money is in your waste. So researching this was a big deal. I’m saving tens of thousands of dollars a year.”

Breakage in shipping was another constant expense. Years were spent in search of the perfect container, the perfect cardboard corner braces to protect the glass-like surfaces of the tables. Finally, a piece of new equipment solves the problem by turning out custom-formed rolls of foam-filled packing material. “I no longer have to have a full time packing person,” Lara said. Bella Bella has also reduced costs (and delivery time) on table legs after eliminating any welding on the legs, opting for a bolt assembly that is more flexible and cost efficient.

The biggest change for Moore’s business came with the transition from wholesale to retail clients, aided by new technologies of image making, social media, and customer contact. The changes in photographing new work show this. Instead of hauling product to a studio and shooting on film, Lara said, “I’ve got a reliable, good photographer. We do photo sessions probably once a month (right in the studio).” These images are shared online or sent spontaneously by phone. Effective communication with the clients improves the process and the outcome, without the confusion and ego of middlemen.

Moore has deployed her design skill on a multitude of new shapes: cylinders and cubes that can serve as end tables or seating, with hidden casters underneath for mobility. She has expanded options for mirrors and increased the design area at the table’s edges with a generous apron at the sides. She designs desktops, creating “restful” areas of color (rather than patterns) for

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With more than 100 works, the current show at the IU Art Museum, Art Interrupted: Advancing American Art and the Politics of Cultural Diplomacy, provides a

compelling snapshot of American art in the early to mid-Forties, from a country on the brink of producing the styles that would dominate the art world for decades. The exhibit has a fascinating backstory full of international and domestic political intrigue, while instancing a seemingly timeless parable of the power of art to provoke and inflame the passions.

The works in Art Interrupted almost completely recreate the exhibits organized by the U.S. State Department under the title Advancing American Art. The works were selected and purchased by one J. Leroy Davidson with a budget of $50,000 to form a survey of modern styles as an advertisement for the freedoms endemic to the American way of life. The exhibitions were meant to spearhead a multi-pronged propaganda offensive by traveling to various parts of the world deemed vulnerable to Communist influences: Latin America, Eastern Europe and parts of Asia. The lack of an “official,” government-approved art style might prove impressive to populations recently freed from various totalitarian regimes.

Almost inevitably, the works barely got as far as Haiti, Cuba, and Czechoslovakia before a vicious political backlash began to form among conservative members of Congress. As well as objecting to taxpayer funds being used to purchase art, the works designed to celebrate American freedoms were instead condemned as foreign, subversive, and Communistic by their nature. Interestingly, the most vociferous criticism came from the representatives of northern states such as Michigan and Illinois. And when the controversy stopped the program in its tracks, and forced the sale of the artworks as war surplus, it was three southern institutions that bought the majority of the works. Auburn University, the University of Georgia, and the University of Oklahoma collectively purchased more than 80% of the total at such a deep discount (due to an obscure clause in the government regulations favoring universities) that the sale was deemed the “art bargain of the century.” The three universities organized the traveling exhibit and formed three of the venues on its tour.

Looking around at the art, a modern audience will find very little to explain the fear and loathing with which it was initially met. The most provocative pieces, like O. Louis Guglielmi’s

Tenements from 1939, seem fairly modest in their social ambitions. Seen from the outside, depicted in a demure, realistic style, the run-down buildings are mutely accusing, but show no overt human despair. The random, surrealist coffins scattered in the street symbolize death and despair without detailing it. What few paintings strike one as purely abstract at first glance turn out, upon closer inspection, to be stylized celebrations of American factories and war production (such as Ralston Crawford’s Wing Fabrication). Thirty-five years after the Armory Show that introduced America to modernism, surely a more sophisticated response could be mustered than simple yokel outrage.

One comes quickly to the conclusion that virtually any art would have served the purpose of stirring conservative animosity in that political climate. Remember that the House Un-American Activities Committee was already actively condemning Americans to enforced joblessness by 1947 (when they denounced the Hollywood Ten). Curator Jenny McComas, the organizing curator for the IU Art Museum’s presentation of the current show, explained, “Supporters of the show might have said, ‘This is America’s melting

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pot. Look at the diversity of immigrant backgrounds represented in America.’ But opponents of the show might have pointed at the exact same thing and had a totally negative take on it.” Artists like Ben Shahn and Jack Levine had already long since been identified as socialist rabble-rousers and the former had to do nothing more than allow an image like Hunger to be used as a poster for the CIO’s get-out-the-vote campaign directed at laborers to earn the right’s undying hatred. HUAC would soon visit both artists. McComas pointed out that the original show’s curators had conspicuously excluded regionalist artists such as Thomas Hart Benton, who with entrenched nativist loyalties had already led the attack on “foreign,” abstract influences.

From a contemporary viewpoint, the exhibit allows for some lovely and piquant introductions to unfamiliar artists as well as a few thrilling reintroductions. Max Weber enchants with two magical still lifes, Two Vases and Fruit and Wine. His compositions are beautifully distilled, with simplicity and clarity in blues and grays that transcend the muddy monochrome of early cubism. He dissolves his backgrounds to conjure a sense of transparency and suspension: the mystery of intense, concentrated attention. It is always a pleasure to see a Jack Levine in person, and Karl Zerbe, a leader of his South Boston circle, is a true revelation with two paintings in encaustic and a stunning watercolor view of Columbus Avenue.

To gauge the distance between the politics and rhetoric of this show and the present day, ponder the impact of Ben Shahn’s watercolor, The Clinic. A poster painted on the wall of the clinic poses the question of the pictured infant: “Do I deserve prenatal care?” A question that lingers unanswered to the present.

The Art Interrupted show remains on view until December 15, 2013. Much more background and a gallery of images may be found on the website at <www.artinterrupted.org>.

an office workspace. She recently made a complement of conference tables for the third floor offices of the Von Lee building, and has even done several landscape treatments. A large, multi-panel view of a desert vista dominates her front showroom.

Lara Moore has taken her eye for beautiful pattern and color and tested it in the unforgiving world of marketing and manufacturing, solving tough problems along the way, and ending with a product full of color and joy. “Every day I get up, there is a project I look forward to working on,” Lara said. “I love what I do.”

To contact Lara you can call the studio at (812) 323-1637 or visit <www.bellabella.com>.

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Many of the artists exhibiting at this year’s Déjà Vu Art and Fine Craft Show in Columbus are masters of reduce-reuse-recycle, but one featured artist is taking

recycling to a deeper level. Aaron Shufelt uses methane gas captured from an old North Carolina landfill as the fuel to create delicate works of art in his glassblowing studio.

Shufelt is one of nearly 70 professional artists participating in celebration of America Recycles Day as the Déjà Vu show marks its ninth year as one of Columbus’ premier events.

Artists from Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky will show assemblage, fiber arts, glass art, jewelry, sculpture, wearable art, weaving, and woodworking. Held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 16 at The Commons in Columbus, the event is free and open to the public.

Shufelt was invited to participate in Déjà Vu because administrators at the Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District are exploring building a facility similar to the North Carolina energy park.

Supporters of the project hope that Shufelt’s participation will give the general public and county officials the opportunity to see his work and to learn about the Dillsboro facility.

Like Shufelt, many artists are participating in the Déjà Vu show for the first time.

Kentucky artist Fred Asplen, working with an acetylene torch, creates designs on spent oxygen tanks and fire extinguishers before turning them into giant bells.

Jill Jones of Topeka, Indiana, an artist and antiques dealer, creates assemblages, jewelry, accessories, and decorative items in Steampunk and NeoVictorian styles. In keeping with the repurposing theme, she uses only broken antique objects.

Tom O. Reed, of Sanborn, Indiana, uses scrap, exotic wood from Costa Rica to create kitchen utensils such as spatulas and pie servers. His work has been on display at the Smithsonian and the American Craft Museum in New York City.

Last year, a new category was added to recognize artists who use sustainable, natural materials to create their work. For example, Bloomington’s Julie Gootee will show jewelry created from found butterflies. Using stained glass techniques, she encases each wing in glass, and then joins them with silver solder.

Artist and art teacher Nicole Lewis of Fishers melts scrap crayons and molds them to make new ones in shapes such as dinosaurs, robots, and alphabet letters.

Those who travel the Back Roads of Brown County may have stopped to see weaver Chris Gustin. In addition to making recycled rugs, she creates wearable Möbius wraps and scarves. Unionville weaver Lynne Mikolon makes rugs using waste materials from upholstery fabrics and Pendleton wool blanket

off cuts. Also, she fashions hats and bracelets from the blanket scraps.

Ken Roberts, of Cadiz, Kentucky enjoys creating mixed media sculpture of fish. Made mostly of scrap wood, the fish are first carved into different shapes, and then covered with scrap aluminum, copper, and brass. Using a variety of brads and nails, Roberts accents them with interesting patterns.

Returning for his second show is Wabash, Indiana, painter Michael Hapner. He applies painted dots to repurpose a variety of items including saddles, bicycles, records, violins, guitars, pianos, mannequins, and boots.

A drawing will be held at 2 p.m., and one of Hapner’s “Spots and Dots” flower arrangements, as well as other prizes, will be awarded. In addition to the art show, employees from kidscommons Children’s Museum will present free children’s activities with an earth-friendly theme.

The Bartholomew County Solid Waste Management District, Columbus Area Arts Council, Columbus Area Visitors Center, Hotel Indigo, Papa’s Deli/Papa’s Grill, Pentzer Printing, and Puccini’s sponsor the event. For more information about Déjà vu Art and Fine Craft Show and the children’s activities, call the Columbus Area Arts Council at (812) 376-2539.

A complete list of participating artists may be found at the show’s Web site at <www.kid-at-art.com/htdoc/dejavu2013.html>, and to learn about the history of the show, visit <facebook.com/DejaVuArtAndFineCraftShow>.

Déjà Vu Art & Fine Craft ShowNovember 16, 2013


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Free self-guided walking tour of 11downtown Nashville Art Galleriesfeaturing original local and regionalart and crafts in all price ranges

Gallery open houses, refreshments, entertainment,demonstrations, and hands-on opportunities

Many local restaurants offer discounts and free add-onsto Art Walk patrons

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T.C. Steele State Historic Site is hosting three special shows this fall

and winter featuring local, regional and national works of art.

In October, members of the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association (IPAPA) will demonstrate how T.C. Steele’s method of painting out-of-doors is enthusiastically embraced today.

During the month of November, members of The Friends of T.C. Steele State Historic Site will showcase 2D and 3D art. The member show carries forward T.C. Steele’s example of mentoring local artists. Many of the works are available for sale.

Opening in December and on view through February, 2014 is the Historic Artist Homes and Studios photography exhibit, which gives visitors a glimpse into the studios of artists across the country in the context of T.C. Steele’s own Large Studio.

IPAPA Art Demonstrations and Exhibit October 5–31, 2013. Standard admission fees apply. Evening reception: Friday, Oct. 11; 6–8 p.m. Free and open to the public.

“The Art of Living” The Friends of T.C. Steele Member Show and Sale November 1–30, 2013. Evening reception: Saturday, November 2; 6–8 p.m. Free and open to the public.

The artwork will be on display in the Large Studio through November. Standard admission fees apply.

A Steele quote is chosen for the theme each year. This year’s quote can be seen inscribed over the fireplace in the site office, formerly Steele’s small studio. “It has seemed to me that the greatest of all arts is the art of living.”

Historic Artist Homes & Studios Photography Exhibit December 13, 2013—March 2, 2014. Evening reception: Friday, December 13; 6–8 p.m. Free and open to the public Photographs will be on display in the Large Studio through March 2, 2014. Standard admission fees apply.

Photographs and quotations from historic American artists explore how their relationships with their homes and studios both informed and inspired their work.T.C. Steele State Historic Site will be the only Midwestern venue for this traveling exhibit from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

On the second weekend of October, Indiana art collectors lend their

early Indiana pieces for a public display of rarely seen work. This is a major fundraiser for the Brown County Art Gallery Foundation. The 2013 Collector’s Showcase is called “Treasure Hunt 2.0” and will focus on early Indiana art that collectors have found in the past 5 years.

The gallery’s future capital expansion will create a new Zimmerman Gallery named for Nashville’s famous painter of birds, Bill Zimmerman. A major exhibit of Zimmerman paintings will be featured in this year’s Showcase along with works by internationally known woodblock artist Gustave Baumann, soon to be on display in the new Sexton Gallery Baumann Collection.

The first night, Saturday, October 12, from 6–9 p.m. is a “reservation only” affair for $55 per person. It features music, wine and hors d’oeuvres, all surrounded by the museum grade exhibit. Each visitor gets a full-color catalog containing pictures of all the paintings and stories that go with them.

On the second day, Sunday, October 13, from Noon to 5 p.m., the doors are opened to the public for an admission of $8.50; students with ID are $5 and children under 12 are free. Patrons who attended on Saturday evening can return and enjoy the exhibit again for free.

For more information or to make reservations for the Saturday affair contact the Gallery at (812) 988-4609.

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Mark your calendar for one of Bloomington’s favorite

holiday shopping traditions. For the twenty-eighth straight year, the Bloomington Spinners and Weavers Guild will host its annual Fiber Art Show and Sale, at the First United Church in Bloomington, IN. The show runs Friday, November 8 (5–9 p.m.) and Saturday, November 9 (10:00 a.m.–5 p.m.), and offers hand-crafted goods, fiber art supplies and fiber art demonstrations by more than two dozen artists.

The show is intimate, but offers a large range of fiber-based artwork and fine crafts. You will find woven clothing, rugs and accessories, knitted sweaters, sock, hats, mittens and scarves, quilted and stitched item, tapestries, dolls and pillows, Christmas stockings, and more. Find unique gifts for everyone on your shopping list, while shopping local and supporting local artists.

Have your own fiber addiction? Shop for hand-spun and hand-dyed yarns and fibers, as well as tools and accessories. Meet accomplished artists, watch them work, and discuss with them their craft.

Admission is free. The First United Church is located at 2420 E. 3rd Street in Bloomington, just west of the College Mall between St. Charles and the IU Credit Union. More information and photos from previous Fiber Art Shows and Sales can be found at <www.bloomspinweave.org>.

For more information, contact Marla Dawson at (812) 876-9477, <[email protected]> or Michele Pollock at (812) 988-0198, <[email protected]>.

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Local Clay Potters’ Guild Holiday Pottery Show & Sale

Making vessels and sculptural pieces has been the work of potters for over 12,000 years. Members

of Local Clay Potters’ Guild are heirs to this ancient and celebrated tradition working with different clays, firing pieces in a variety of kilns and forming ceramic objects for daily use and artistic enjoyment.

Techniques and approach to the materials vary widely within the group resulting in a rich display of creativity and innovation. Each potter brings unique color, texture, and design to their work.

Various clay bodies used by the artists include low fire earthenware, raku, stonewar,e and porcelain. Glazed or unglazed pieces are fired in wood, gas, or electric kilns. The heat and atmosphere of each type of kiln creates different colors and surfaces.

Local Clay members also present workshops, lecture, and teach. Many of the members are represented in galleries and are traveling artists who have been recognized for their talent by receiving awards, commissions, and scholarships.

Potters are available throughout the show to meet and talk with visitors.

The show is free and located at Mark’s United Methodist Church, 100 N. Hwy 46 Bypass, Bloomington. Hours are Friday, November 8, 5 p.m.–9 p.m. with opening reception refreshments; and Saturday, November 9, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. For more information contact Karen Green Stone, (812) 333-8085, <[email protected]> or visit <www.localclay.net>.

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Bloomington artist Tricia Heiser Wente collaborated with other artists to hold an art exhibition

in the Columbus learning Center (CLC), a 130,000 square foot facility shared by IUPUC, Ivy Tech, Purdue College of Technology, and WorkOne.

“I wanted to plan a show in the CLC with two other artists and approached Laurie Wright on the idea several years ago,” Wente says. “We both know Carmel artist Jerry Points from our being active members in the Indiana Artist’s Club. He was encouraged to join us in this exhibit several months ago. He agreed, and we settled on, “two painters and a printmaker” for our theme.”

Wente is known for her plein air paintings that evolve from actual experiences. Her paintings reflect people enjoying their environment or interacting with nature. Her pieces in the CLC art show include some of her larger canvas artwork that are inspired by her smaller paintings. She also uses live sittings and photography to create commissioned oil, pastel and acrylic prints for clients.“Recently, I decided to play and have fun painting on much larger canvases using very small paintings to spark my imagination,” she says. “These

paintings are included in this show since the CLC is huge, and is a perfect venue for displaying larger works.”

Along with Wente, printmaker Laurie Wright has several of her screen prints in the show. She has been a commercial artist for over 20 years and uses bright and saturated primary colors in her prints. She describes her pieces as colorful, humorous, and fun.

“One of the greatest advantages of the screen-printing technique is the strength of color and the relative ease of multicolor work and overprinting,” she explains. “The main philosophy behind my work is that it has to be an enjoyable process and fun for the viewer to see.”

Wright works out of her studio and framing business at 811 Lindsey St. in downtown Columbus. Her framing business keeps her busy most of the year, but she plans to work on several commission pieces over the winter.

The third artist in the show is Jerry Points, owner of Eye on Art located in the Carmel Arts and Design District in Carmel, Ind. Points retired from a successful career in graphic design. As a plein air painter, he has won awards in several paint-outs. His entries in the Hoosier Salon have won “Best Impressionistic Landscape,” “Best Dynamic Landscape.” In 2005, his entry was selected by the Indiana

State Museum for their permanent collection. Points also works with colored pencils in his plein air painting. He recently had a story published on his technique in the Color Pencil Society of America’s magazine, “To The Point.”

From now until Christmas, the two painters and printmaker will display their artwork at the learning center, located on Central Avenue between IUPU Columbus and Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana. CLC was completed in 2005 and according to their website, “The CLC is viewed by many to be a model of how higher education partners can collaborate to serve the needs of students, businesses, and communities.”

The Columbus Learning Center is located at 4555 Central Ave. Hours are 8 a.m.–10 p.m. Monday–Thursday, 8 a.m.–8:30 p.m. Friday, and 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Saturday. The exhibit runs through Dec. 20. For more information on the CLC, visit their website at <www.educationcoalition.com> or contact Chris Beach, director of operations for CLC at (812) 314-8507.

Columbus Learning CenterTwo Painters and a Printmaker

Points, Wente, and Wright


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BARB BROOKE DAVIS Vintage Textile ArtistPillows, framed wall art, table runners, personal accessories, scarves, pins, one-of-a-kind/original over-dyed felted wool decorative accessories61 W. Main St. in Ferrer Gallery(812) 360-0478www.ferrergallery.com

BUSSERT IMAGESJessica BussertSharon BussertFine Art PhotographyLocal and world images. Specializing in landscape, wildlife and florals.Available fromB3 Gallery-Nashville, INBy Hand Gallery-Bloomington, INwww.bussert.com

PATRICIA C. COLEMANLocal Arts and Crafts, International Artist, including Paintings, Prints, Ichiyo Meditation Supplies, Fiber Arts, Botanical Dyes, Art Dolls, Quilts, Green Lifestyle Coaching, Jellies, Herbal, Coffee, Wine, Beer, Wellness; Arts Appointments for Reiki, Hoponopono and Reconnective Healing, Classes, Workshops, Talks, Demonstrations, Tastings at Patricia’s Wellness Arts Café & Quilter’s Comfort Teas 725 West Kirkwood Ave.Bloomington, IN(812-334-8155www.hartrock.net/cafe.htm

RUTH CONWAYWood Fired pottery Available at By Hand Gallery101 West Kirkwood # 109Fountain Square MallBloomington, IN 47404(812) 334-3255www.byhandgallery.com

ROBERT N. ANDERSONStillframes Photography and Imaging810 Brown Street Suite A Columbus, IN 47201(812) 372-0762 / [email protected]

ROSEY BOLTEThe Uncommon GourdGourd Art – Mixed MediaHand painted gourds, Jewelry and other unique folk painting~An Indiana Artisan~4021 Vaught RoadNashville, IN 47448(812) 322-3398Studio open most days, best to call aheadAlso available: Ferrer Gallery, Nashville, [email protected]/roseys.uncommon.gourd

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Marla DawsonNatural By MarlaFiber Artist~ An Indiana Artisan ~Work at Brown County Craft GalleryHome studio in Ellettsville, IN (812) [email protected]

CARRIE FOLEYWoman’s Way GalleryMetalsmithing and Jewelry DesignSilver, Gold, Copper, Fine Gemstones, FossilsAt the Brown County Craft Galleryin Nashville, INVisit the studio on the October Back Roads Tour 3276 Valley Branch Rd., Nashville, IN(812) 320-1201

AMY GREELYAmy Greely StudioCreative MetalwearFun, lightweight earrings fabricated with a variety of metals, enhanced with gemstones, crystals, pearls, and patinas.Available at New Leaf in Nashville, IN ~ An Indiana Artisan [email protected] www.amygreely.com(812) 988-1058

CHRIS GUSTINHomestead Weaving StudioHandwoven “Recycled Rugs,” clothing, household items. Yarn, looms, spinning wheels, supplies for every fiber fanatic.~ An Indiana Artisan ~6285 Hamilton Creek Rd.,Columbus, IN 47201Southeastern Brown County(812) 988-8622Studio open 11 - 5 most days.Also available at Spears Gallery, Nashville, [email protected]

JOAN HAABCountry Mouse Weaving StudioHand woven chenille designer garments 7965 Rinnie Seitz Road Nashville, IN 47448 Also available at Brown County Craft Gallery and Spears Gallery in Nashville, IN (812) 988-7920

CATHY HAGGERTYPainting InstructionPainting lessons for individuals or small groups(812) 988-4091 [email protected] 39 E. Franklin St. in Nashville, IN (next to train)

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LINDA KNUDSENFiber ArtistAvailable at By Hand Gallery101 West Kirkwood # 109Fountain Square MallBloomington, IN 47404(812) 334-3255www.byhandgallery.com

CAROL KOETKEFine Art PhotographyArt you can live with,Photography you can love—On paper, infused in aluminum, on canvas.See at: Gallery North - NashvilleBy Hand Gallery - Bloomington and online at [email protected](812) 322-5180

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SHARON JUNGCLAUS GOULD–Trained SoulCollage® Facilitator “ Discover your Wisdom, Change your World with SoulCollage®”SoulCollage® is an intuitive, visual process for the discovery of your creativeInner Self. Join us for a powerful and fascinating learning experience asyou create your own personal deck of cards. Delightful and amazing!Workshops, retreats, classes, and individual [email protected](812) 343-5285 or (812) 988-0597

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PaintingsA journey through neo-abstract expressionism as well as contemporary impressionism with a touch of mysterySee at Hoosier Artist Gallery, Nashville, IN Carol Clendeningwww.carolclendening.com [email protected](812) 825-1803

CHERI PLATTER~ Indiana Artisan ~Precious Metal Clay Jewelry Silver and BronzeAvailable year round at Spears Galleryin downtown Nashville, INnext to the Nashville House(812) 988-8378 Info: www.cheriplatter.com

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SUE WESTHUESMixed Media Gourd ArtA wide variety of functional and decorative items created by combining gourds with other media. Available at: Brown Co. Craft Gallery, Nashville, IN Weed Patch Music Co., Nashville, IN Ferrer Gallery, Nashville, IN By Hand Gallery, Bloomington, INA Fair of the Arts at the Bloomington Farmers Market Sue Westhues P.O. Box 1786 Bloomington, IN 47402 (812) 876-3099

LAURIE WRIGHT PrintmakerLaurie Wright Studio810 Brown Street Suite AColumbus, Indiana 47201(812) 343-3209By appointment or by chancewww.lauriewright.com

LARRY SPEARSSpears GalleryPorcelain and StonewareHours: Open daily from 10 to 55110 St. Rd. 135 S. Nashville, IN 47448Located just 10 miles southeast of Nashville, IN, and just beyond the Horseman’s Camp entrance to Brown County State Park, on scenic Indiana State Highway 135 South(812) [email protected] www.spearsgallery.com

TRICIA HEISER WENTEFine ArtistOil, Acrylic, Pastel, WatercolorStudio / Gallery1000 W. 17th St.Bloomington, IN 47404By Hand Gallery, Bloomington, INHoosier Salon Gallery, Indianapolis, INThe Gallery on Pearl, New Albany, INwww.triciawente.com (812) 333-3907

DAREN PITTS REDMANTextile ArtistBrown County Indiana ArtisanAbstract landscapes in quilted wall hangings, hand-dyed fabrics, dyeing workshops4106 Morrison RoadNashville, IN 47448(812) [email protected]/daren.pittsredmanby appointment

WALT SCHMIDT BETTY WESTHUESHickory Tree Studio & Country LoomFunctional stoneware pottery, blacksmithing, furniture, colorful recycled rag rugs, tapestries, socks and paintings Also: By Hand Gallery-Bloomington, IN and Brown Co. Craft Gallery-Nashville, IN Local Clay Guild Show every November in Bloomington, IN 5745 N. Murat Rd. Bloomington, IN 47408 (812) 332-9004 [email protected] www.hickorytreestudio.com

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BROWN COUNTY:Village Art WalkSecond Saturdays April–December 5 to 8 pm. 11 participating galleries. Many restaurant discounts and add-ons www.villageartwalk.com (812) 340-8781

Back Roads of Brown County Studio TourEntire month of October

Create it with Gingerbread Log Cabin CompetitionNov. 24-Dec. 14 (not Thanksgiving)Brown County InnInfo and application form (can be completed on-line) are found at CreateItWithGingerbread.com . Entries must be delivered to Brown County Inn on Sat. Nov. 23 from 9 a.m. -2 p.m. Open House will be from 2-4 and an awards ceremony will take place from 6-7 with Sherman Burdette announcing winners. Brandie Baron Wilton will teach a gingerbread house class for children ages 6 to 12 on Sat., Nov. 16. Class will be from 9:30 a.m. -noon. Fees and registration information can be found on the website.

Brown County Winter Art and Craft FairNov. 29 & 30, Fri. 10-6, Sat. 10-5 Seasons Conference Center Nashville

T.C. Steele State Historic SiteOct. 5-31: IPAPA Art Demos and ExhibitReception Oct. 11, 6-8Nov. 1-30: “The Art of Living” The Friends of T.C. Steele Member Show and SaleReception Nov. 2, 6-8Dec. 13-March 2: Historic Artist Home & Studios Photography ExhibitReception Dec. 13, 6-8T.C. Steele SHS located in Belmont (812) 988-2785 [email protected]

Ferrer GalleryVillage Art Walks Second SaturdaysOct.: Rita and Ben Jackson hand crafted sculptures perfect for fall and holidays. Artists will be present during the Oct village Art Walk.Nov.: Oak Grove Pottery Judy and Tom Prichard. Perfect for the holidaygift giving. Artists will be present during the Nov Village Art Walk.Dec.: Holiday gifts abound at Ferrer Gallery61 W. Main St., Village Green Bldg. 2nd level in Nashville, IN Represents local and regional artists(812) 988-1994 [email protected]

Brown County Art GuildOct.: Rob O’Dell & Judith LewisNov. 1-Dec. 31: Member Artist Winter Show48 S. Van Buren Street Nashville, IN(812) 988-6185www.browncountyartguild.org

Brown County Art GalleryOct. 1-7: Artists Assoc. Summer ShowOct. 12, 13 Collector’s ShowcaseOct. 14-Feb. Artists Assoc. Fall/Winter ShowOct. 16-Nov. 3 Fall Patron ShowNov. 4-Dec. 31 Christmas ShowArtist Dr. and Main St. in Nashville, IN (812) 988-4609 www.browncountyartgallery.org

BLOOMINGTON:Farmers’ MarketSat. 8 am-1 pm April-November 8th and Morton Streets in Showers Common next to City Hall

Great Glass Pumpkin PatchOct. 12, 10-3 Monroe County Courthouse lawnChoose from 250 handmade blown glass pumpkins. (cash, check, and credit cards)

Fiber Art Show & SaleNov. 8 & 9, Fri. 6-9, Sat. 9-5 Bloomington Spinners and Weavers Guild’s Annual Fiber Art Show and Sale Fellowship Hall of First United Church at 2420 East 3rd Street in Bloomington

Local Clay Potters’ Guild Holiday Pottery Show & SaleNov. 8 & 9, Fri. 5-9, Sat. 9-5 St. Mark’s United Methodist Church 100 N. Hwy 46 Bypass in Bloomington

Bloomington Handmade MarketNov. 9, 10-5, Free Monroe County Convention Centerwww.bloomingtonhandmademarket.com

Holiday MarketNov. 29, 10-3, Free City Hall 401 N. Morton St.

Stone Belt Holiday Art SaleReception Dec. 6, 5-7:30Dec. 7, 10-4 Celebrating the artistry of individuals with disabilitiesOriginal framed and unframed works by Stone Belt ArtistsStone Belt Art Gallery107 W. 9th St. in Bloomingtonwww.stonebelt.org

Gallery Walk DowntownApril 5, June 7, Aug. 2, Oct. 4, Dec. 6www.visitbloomington.com or www.gallerywalkbloomington.comStroll any time of the year! Special receptions [First Fridays] from 5-8 pm at the following:Blueline Creative Co-op and Gallery224 N. College Ave. (812) 589-7377www.bluelinestyle.comBlue Studio Gallery116 1/2 S. College Ave. #10 (upstairs) (812) 361-7504www.bluestudiogallery.com

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.......................................................Area Arts CalendarBy Hand GalleryOct. 3-Nov. 23:“Moe’s Menagerie” by Cappi Phillips. A collection of animals, birds, fish and much more, all derived from recycled and up-cycled materials. Reception Oct. 4, 5-8 pmDec. 5-Jan. 21:Soft things, Sparkly things, Silly things, Sensational things all made by hand at By Hand. A show of hand made work by more than fifty local artists.Reception Dec. 6, 5-8 pm#109 Fountain Square Mall Hours: Mon-Sat, 10-5:30 101 W. Kirkwood Ave. (812) 334-3255 www.byhandgallery.comgallery406Oct. 4-30:“Cultural Snapshots”Jonathan Wilson, PhotographerReception Oct. 4, 5-8 pmInvestigations into the cultures of India, Native Americans, Mexico and Puerto Rico as well as a series of memories and life experiences. Recent work with the theme of dance and portraits of children with life-threatening illnesses.The Wicks Building 116 W. 6th St. Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9-6 First Fri. 9-8, Sat. 11-6(812) 333-0536www.spectrumstudioinc.comGallery Group109 E 6th St, 47408 (812) 334-9700Ivy Tech John Waldron Arts Center GalleriesOct. 4-26:Nathan Hunter & Vincent Edwards: “The Art of Function”CRUSH II: Contemporary Jewelry InvitationalKelly Novak: “The Object Must Be Destroyed”Indianapolis Area Artists: Paths & PatternsVincent Desjardins: Recent WorksOpen M-F, 9-7, Sat, 9-5122 S. Walnut St. Corner of 4th and Walnut(812) 330-4400 www.ivytech.edu/bloomington/waldron

El Norteno206 N. Walnut (812) 333-9591pictura galleryNow-Nov. 26:James Nakagawa’s series “Gama” puts the viewer into the interior of dark Okinawan caves where people took refuge during the war. Nakagawa often says that he is “painting with light.” Oct. 4-Nov. 30:“China” Photographers who traveled together to Yunnan Province in southwestern China, during the spring of 2013. Images on view by Douglas Beasley, Diane Drinnon, David Moore, and Martha Moore. 122 W. 6th St. (812) 336-0000Hours: Tues.-Sat. 11-7www.picturagallery.comRoyale Hair Parlor GalleryInside the Wicks Building116 W. 6th St. Ste. 101(812) 360-1860www.royalehairparlor.comThe Stone Belt GalleryShowcasing the artistry of individuals with developmental disabilitiesOct, 4-Nov. 29: “New Works for New Plays”New client artist exhibition, showcasing and selling work from all three of Stone Belt’s service regions. Reception Oct. 4, 5-8 pm107 West 9th StreetHours: Mon-Fri. 10-4, 5-7:30 First FridaysThe Venue, Fine Arts & Gifts“Fables” work by Paul KaneThe pieces are complex and fanciful narrative images loosely based upon stories and fables combined with the artist’s rich imagination. Reception Oct. 4, 5-8 pm114 S. Grant. St.Hours: Tues.-Sat. 11-7, Sun. 12-5(812) 339-4200 www.TheVenueBloomington.com

IU Art MuseumNow-Dec. 15, 2014: Art Interrupted: Advancing American Art and the Politics of Cultural DiplomacyAmerican paintings from the mid-1930s to the mid-1940s organized by the U.S. State Department before controversy led to its cancellation.1133 E. 7th Street on the campus of IU(812) 855-5445 [email protected]

Cardinal StageOct. 5-19: “Cat in the Hat”Nov. 1-17: “August Osage County”Dec. 20-Jan.4: “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory”Willy Wonka at Buskirk Chumley Theater 114 E Kirkwood Ave Oct. & Nov. shows at Ivy Tech Waldron122 S Walnut St(812) 336-9300 Box Officewww.cardinalstage.org

COLUMBUS:First Fridays for FamiliesNov.-April at The CommonsChildren are entertained by theater troupes, magicians, and musicians(sponsored by Old National Bank)

unCommon CauseOct. 26, 38th year CAAC fundraiser This year’s theme is Bollywood: The Sights and Sounds of India. Live and silent auctions, dinner and dancing. Attendees are asked to come dressed in their most festive Indian attire. Reserve at www.uncommoncauseauction.org until Oct. 18

Deja vu Art and Fine Craft ShowNov. 16, the Commons, 10-4 Book arts, fiber arts, jewelry, mosaic, weaving, sculpture, leatherwork, woodworking, glass

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The Winter Art and Craft Fair in Nashville has been the laid-back one-stop shopping experience for almost 30 years. More than 40 artists will display their work. The show runs 10 to 6, Fri., Nov. 29, and 10 to 5, Sat., Nov. 30, at the Season’s Conference Center. There is ample free parking and admission is $1. The show is sponsored by the Brown County Craft Guild.

Two active guilds gather in Bloomington for one weekend. This is the 16th year for the Holiday Pottery Show sponsored by the Local Clay Potters’ Guild and is held at St. Mark’s Methodist Church at 100 N. Hwy 46 Bypass. Just a short distance away, the Bloomington Spinners and Weavers Guild will hold their 28th annual Fiber Art Show and Sale at First United Church, 2420 E. 3rd St. Hours are 5 to 9 Fri. and 9 to 5 Sat. Free. Visit <www.bloomspinweave.org> and <www.localclay.net>.

Holiday Market is Sat., Nov. 30 from 10 to 3 at Showers Common, located at 8th and Morton Streets in Bloomington. Free. Farm vendors come with a variety of products: prepared food and baked goods, Christmas trees, dried flower bouquets, ornamental wreaths, bread, goat cheese, honey and maple syrup; and more than 40 local and regional artists and craft vendorsl. Saint Nick will be on hand to greet visitors. A holiday tradition, the TubaSantas performance is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Check <www.bloomington.in.gov/farmersmarket> nearer the date.

Winter Art and Craft Fair

Bloomington Holiday Market

Holiday Pottery and Fiber Art Shows

November29 and 30, 2013

The Handmade Market at the Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center (302 S. College Ave.) on Sat., Nov. 9 brings together more than 50 craft artists from all over the Midwest, many of which making their only appearance in the area. You can find wearables, jewelry, bath & body products, children’s apparel and toys, and home décor, all with a fresh, urban attitude. If you’ve got college students and young professionals on your holiday shopping list, this is the perfect stop. 10 to 5. Free. <www.bloomingtonhandmademarket.com>.

Bloomington Handmade Market

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November 8 and 9, 2013

November 9, 2013

November 30, 2013

Stone Belt Gallery Holiday Art SaleDecember 7, 2013 with Reception December 6, 2013

Spears Pottery Holiday Open House

Stone Belt Gallery is hosting a holiday sale to celebrate the artistry of individuals with disabilities with original framed and unframed art by Stone Belt artists. The gallery is located at 107 W. 9th St. in the lobby of the Bloomington Playwright’s Project . The reception is Dec. 6 from 5 to 7:30 and the show is Dec. 7, 10 to 4.

December 7, 2013

Columbus Learning CenterNow-Dec. 20 Jerry Points, Tricia Wente, Laurie Wright4555 Central Avenue, Columbus (812) 314-8507 www.educationcoalition.com

Columbus Museum of Art and Design at IUCA+DOct. 11-Nov. 1“Color Me ______” Exhibition created by designers Andrew Neyer and Andy J. Miller—two basic parts: a mural composed of large black line drawings and 5.5’ giant markers. The public will complete the exhibit using giant markers.Nov 8-Late Dec:“[un]conventional”, Contemporary furniture design. Pulled from studios and collections throughout the Midwest designers include Indianapolis’s Emily Kennerk; Detroit’s Jack Craig; Jurgen Bey, Rotterdam, Netherlands; and many others. Curated by Christopher WestFall Salon Talks:Mark Miller, David Kadlec, Jon Racek, Jennifer Riley, Bill Scarbrough, Jan Lucas-Grimm & Tim Grimm.email [email protected] for info

Jacksson Contemporary ArtRobert Pulley and Gretchen Sigmund1030 Jackson St.Columbus, Indiana 47201(812) 447-8781

SEYMOUR:Southern Indiana Center for the Arts (SICA)Artfull Affair “Puttin’ on the Ritz” SICA fundraiserOct. 26 at Celebrations367 Tanger Blvd. Suite 101 Seymour, INReserve at (812) 522-2278SICA Open Tues.-Fri. noon to 5; Sat. 11-32001 N. Ewing St., Seymour, INwww.soinart.com(812) 522-2278

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New stoneware and porcelain works by potter Larry Spears and recent works by photographer Kyle Spears. Light refreshments. Dec. 7, 10 to 5. Free.

S. Van Buren St. in Nashville (next to the Nashville House). (812) 988-1286.


The town of Nashville will soon be sprouting new public art, all part of the

on-going efforts of the Nashville Arts and Entertainment Commission.

Although several pieces of public art already liven the village’s streets—including a large wall mural unveiled recently by Art Alliance Brown County—one of the goals of the Arts and Entertainment Commission since its inception nearly a year ago has been to add to the public art collection.

That may happen soon.Nearly six weeks ago, the commission

issued a request for proposals for two sculptures, one to be located on a pad already poured near the intersection of Franklin and Jefferson Streets and the other at the edge of a relatively new town public parking lot at Pat Reilly Drive and Jefferson Street.

Sculptors will be awarded a $2,500 fee for a two-year lease on the works of art, which will be for sale to the public. So in addition to the fee and public exposure, the artist also has an opportunity to sell the piece during the lease period.

By early September, several proposals had already been submitted. Deadline for proposals was Oct. 1, and the submissions were to be opened later at a public meeting.

In addition to those pieces, the town is also awaiting delivery of a piece of work created by nationally-known limestone sculptor William Galloway of Bedford, IN.

Galloway, who has created work over the years for the National Cathedral, the White House, the Iowa state capitol, Washington University in St. Louis, the University of Chicago and Princeton University, among others, was selected this year by the Indiana Arts Commission to create the awards for the 2013 Governor’s Arts Awards.

Galloway created a small three-dimensional figure representing male and female dancers intertwined in movement,

Arts Village Brown County Columbus Arts Districtand then offered to create five 9-foot tall replicas for the five IAC-recognized cultural arts districts in Indiana—Nashville, Bloomington, Columbus, Carmel and West Lafayette.

The 44-inch wide limestone sculptures will weight around 2,000 pounds and are expected to be delivered to the five districts sometime in the fourth quarter of the year. Galloway is not only donating the five pieces, but will also transport and install them, at no cost to the communities.

Nashville officials are currently seeking a suitable location in the arts and entertainment district where Galloway’s work can be prominently displayed.

And yet a fourth piece of public art is still on the drawing board with construction to hopefully start soon.

Several months ago, the Arts and Entertainment Commission, along with the Town Council, gave the go-ahead for the creation of an 18-foot tall soaring leaf sculpture, which will be installed in the center of the village and serve as the symbolic gateway to the Arts and Entertainment District.

That piece will be created by Brown County sculptor Jim Connor and the Elder Heart veterans association.

Donations are being accepted to fund that sculpture (approximately $60,000 is needed) and may be made to the Arts and Entertainment District Passthrough Fund at the Brown County Community Foundation, 91 Mound Street in Nashville (988-4882).

In other activities, the Arts and Entertainment Commission is planning its second public meeting with artists, entertainers and other interested persons on Nov. 13. The commission met with the community in March and plans to meet again in November to seek direction from artists and entertainers.

The commission meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month at 10 a.m. at the Nashville Town Hall. The meetings are open to the public. —For questions about any of the commission’s activities, contact President Tom Tuley at (812) 988-1981 or <[email protected]>.

The Columbus Arts District, located in Downtown Columbus, encompasses

more than 360 arts programs and cultural assets that help to attract, grow, shape, and engage the public. Although it’s only a few months old, our Arts District boasts a calendar full of cultural and arts-related activities

The Columbus Area Arts Council’s signature winter program, Old National Bank’s First Fridays for Families, begins on Friday, November 1 with Fantastic Fairy Tales by Madcap Puppets. This free program is geared toward children in elementary school and continues on the first Friday of each month through April. Each month’s program offers a unique performance troupe and offers a fun way to introduce the arts to a young audience. All shows begin at 6 p.m. in The Commons in downtown Columbus.

Most of the programming the Arts Council produces is offered to the community at no cost or low cost. Part of our funding for these programs comes from our annual fundraiser, unCommon Cause. The October 26 event will mark the 38th year for this event that brings our community together to celebrate and raise funds for the arts in Columbus. And each year we celebrate with a different theme that helps to set the backdrop of the night’s festivities, that include dinner and dancing. This year’s theme is Bollywood: The Sights and Sounds of India. Live and silent auctions complete the evening’s goal of raising funds for the Arts Council. We ask that attendees come dressed in their most festive Indian attire. You can reserve at <www.uncommoncauseauction.org> until October 18.

One of the staples of the Columbus arts calendar is the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic performance season. Beginning in September, the Phil’s

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BEAD

The Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District (BEAD) is an officially

designated Cultural District by the State of Indiana and offers 60 blocks of attractions to explore and enjoy all in the heart of downtown Bloomington.

The fall arts and entertainment season is in full swing in BEAD and below are just a few of the downtown happenings that I have on my “don’t miss list” for this season:

The Great Glass Pumpkin Patch features dozens of glittering, hand-blown glass pumpkins and other unique fall veggies crafted in glass for sale on the Monroe County Courthouse Lawn for one day only, Saturday, October 12 from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Lines start forming early for the best “picks”, so grab a cup of coffee and join the crowd of shoppers! A range of sizes, colors and styles are available, all hand-blown by members of the Bloomington Glass Guild.

Every month features First Friday in BEAD, and every First Friday you can find “The Science of Art” at WonderLab Museum (308 W. 4th Street). Art meets science as visiting artists interpret a monthly theme (i.e. The Science of Fire) with demonstrations while visitors have the opportunity to participate in hands-on opportunities related to the theme. A small plate meal, freshly prepared by Bloomingfoods Deli, is also available to purchase on-site in the WonderLab Cafe. Bring the whole family and make an evening of it! 5:30–8 p.m. Special half-price admission and members free. <www.wonderlab.org>. The Downtown GalleryWalk anchors First Fridays on both October 4 & December 6. This every-other-month visual arts event features all the downtown galleries (conveniently located within walking distance) each of which offers a new exhibit, an opening reception, an opportunity to meet the artist, live music and more. 5 p.m.–8 p.m. <www.gallerywalkbloomington.com>.

November’s chill brings to mind holiday gift-giving and BEAD offers up great holiday shopping events downtown in November. The Handmade Market at the Bloomington/Monroe County Convention Center (302 S. College Ave.) on Saturday, November 9 brings together more than 50 craft artists from all over the Midwest. You can find wearables, jewelry, bath and body products, children’s apparel and toys, and home décor. If you’ve got college students and young professionals on your holiday shopping list, this is the perfect stop. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. <www.bloomingtonhandmademarket.com>. The second event is the Holiday Market on Saturday, November 24 at City Hall - Showers Building (401 N. Morton Street) This finale to the annual Bloomington Community Farmers’ Market ends the season in style, filled with unique holiday gift ideas, locally grown farm products, delicious holiday treats, and plenty of live entertainment including the beloved Tuba Santas. <bloomington.in.gov/parks> 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Free.

There are a lot of great events on downtown stages this fall as well, including Cardinal Stage Company’s <www.cardinalstage.org> Cat in the Hat, August: Osage County and Willy Wonka; Bloomington Playwrights Project’s <www.newplays.org> Sequence; and Ivy Tech Student Productions’ <www.ivytech.edu/bloomington/Waldron> No Exit. Buskirk-Chumley Theater <www.buskirkchumley.org>) has a full schedule of music, theater and dance performances on tap as well.

There’s much, much more to see in do in BEAD every day of the week. You’ll find it on our website at <www.visitbead.com> along with featured blogs on dining, shopping and other arts events you’ll want to check out while you’re here —Miah Michaelsen, Director of BEAD, City of Bloomington, can be reached at <[email protected]>.

season includes eight diverse shows, from Liszt’s First Piano Concerto and Brahms’ Requiem to a tribute to The Beatles. The Phil’s season concludes in May with Salute!, a free concert in honor of those who serve in the United States Armed Forces. Ticketing information can be found at <www.thecip.org>.

YES Cinema, a local cinema that supports independent films, has recently been invited to participate in the Gathr Preview Series. This film series gives audiences in 16 communities around the country the chance to see the best new independent cinema in their hometowns before anyone else–even before NYC and LA. The Gathr Preview Series begins on Thursday, October 3. Each week of the year, a new film will be shown at 7:00 PM. Memberships to this series are limited and can be purchased online at <gathr.us/series/columbus-previews>.

On Saturday, November 16, the ninth annual Déjà Vu Art and Fine Craft Show will be held in The Commons. Featuring the work of more than 60 artists who reuse or recycle materials to create their work, the show will run from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Some artists will also exhibit art made from natural and/or sustainable materials.

There are many activities that take place in the Columbus Arts District, regardless of the time of year or day of the week. Many of these activities can be found on our website’s arts calendar at www.artsincolumbus.org. While you’re browsing, sign up for our weekly e-newsletter. Sent out every Thursday afternoon, it details the arts-related events happening over the weekend.

Find out more about the arts in Columbus by visiting <www.artsincolumbus.org>. —Arthur Smith is Marketing & Media Director of Columbus Area Arts Council. He can be reached at <[email protected]>.

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Art and Fine Craft Show

SAT. NOV. 16 • 10 AM - 4 PMThe Commons

3rd & washington streets • cOLUMBUS, INDIANA

Assemblage

Fiber Arts

Glass Art

Jewelry

Sculpture

Wearable Art

Weaving

Woodworking

And Much More!

FOR MORE INFORMATION: 812.376.2539SPONSORED BY the Bartholomew county solid waste management district

columbus area arts council • COLUMBUS AREA VISITORS CENTER HOTEL INDIGO • PAPA’S DELI/PAPA’S GRILL • Pentzer Printing, Inc. • PUCCINI’S

featuring artists who creatively reuse and recycle materials

THE COLUMBUS AREA ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTS AN

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GalleryWalkBloomington.com

Blueline creative co-op & Gallery224 N. College Ave. 47404 [812] 589-7377

bluelinestyle.com

Tues–fri 12-6, sAT 12-4

By Hand Gallery101 W. Kirkwood Ave. 47404#109 fountain square mall[812] 334-3255

byhandgallery.com

mON–sAT 10-5:30

Gallery406inside the Wicks building 116 W. 6th st., ste. 110 47404[812] 333-0536

gallery406.com

mON–fri 9-6, firsT friDAys 9-8, sAT by AppT

ivy tecH Waldron arts center122 s. Walnut st. 47404[812] 330-4400

ivytech.edu/waldron

mON–fri 9-7, sAT 9-5, CLOseD suN

pictura Gallery122 W. 6th st. 47404[812] 336-0000

picturagallery.com

Tues–sAT 11-7

tHe venue, fine arts & Gifts114 s. grant st. 47408[812] 339-4200

thevenuebloomington.com

Tues-sAT 11-7, suN 12-5

AuxiLiAry gALLeries

Blue studio Gallery116 1/2 s. College Ave. #10 [upstairs] 47404[812] 361-7504

bluestudiogallery.com

WeD-sAT 12-6 Or by AppT.

el norteño Gallery206 N. Walnut st. 47404[812] 333-9591

elnorteñorestaurant.com

mON–Thurs 11-10, fri–sAT 11-10:30, suN 11-9

Gallery Group109 e. 6th st. 47408[812] 334-9700

gallerygroup.org

mON–fri 9-5

royale Hair parlor Galleryinside the Wicks building 116 W. 6th st., ste. 101 47404[812] 360-1860

royalehairparlor.com

mON 11-4, Tues-fri 11-7,

sAT 11-4

stone Belt art Gallery107 W. 9th st. 47401[812] 332-2168 x. 269

[email protected]

mON-fri 10-4, firsT friDAys 10-4 AND 5-8

fuLL member gALLeries

eleven member galleriesfind artwork you love from sophisticated to funkystroll the gallery walk any time of the year and attend special gallery walk receptions from 5-8pm

on these six firsT friDAys: April 5, June 7, August 2, October 4 and December 6.

Weaving by suzanne Halvorson [By Hand Gallery]

pottery by ruth conway [By Hand Gallery]

timidity i sculpture by devin Balara [ivy tech Waldron arts center]

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