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| June - July, 2000 | Volume 1, Issue 5 |
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Message From The President Joan Marie Wendling |
| We are just about halfway through the year 2000, and I felt like this would be a good time for a little reflection and to look ahead to the rest of the year. ARTinA's membership has grown considerably in these past six months, and we are grateful to the efforts of Diana Miller and Adam Miller who spearheaded the membership drive. Our major event for the first part of the year, Art in the Garden, was successful for our exhibiting artists as most had many sales and inquiries about their work. Art in the Garden was conceived years ago as a means to express appreciation for our members and an opportunity for artists who may not have had exposure in the past to showcase their art in the various neighborhood gardens. This was a splendid opportunity for members to share their artistic vision with the community, fostering an appreciation of the arts and the creative individuals in the Algiers area. I want to thank Miriam Carter, the project co-ordinator, the committee members, and all the other people involved in the preparation and execution of this special event. It has taken a great deal of coordination and effort to accomplish this task. I have been receiving feedback from ARTinA members which will help guide some of our meetings over the next six months. We have had a great turnout at our membership meetings, and the most frequent comment shared with me is for us to do less "business" and to do more enrichment activities. I have heeded this advice. The next meeting, which will be held on July 13 at News & Brews in Algiers Point, I hope will be what you are seeking. I'd like each member to create a mobile, and share it at our July meeting. For inspiration, I recommend you take a look at the work of Alexander Calder. Some of his work is now on display at the Contemporary Arts Center. The show ends this weekend (July 25) so you mayhave already missed it. Nevertheless, you can find out more about Alexander Calder and mobiles at the Public Library. On June 29th, I hope to see all of our members at the Hanson Gallery Opening for ARTinA artists. This is a fantastic opportunity for all of us and I would like to thank Hanson Gallery and Diana Miller for bringing ARTinA to their Royal Street Gallery. Adrian Deckbar will be speaking at the membership meeting in September. And, we will have our main event, the Algiers Art Festival, in October. We have accomplished a lot so far, but we have a lot more to do. Remember, the success of the organization depends on the support and involvement of our members. Do not hesitate to let me know what you want or how you would like to become involved. |
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Art in the Garden: A Member's Impression submitted by Jessica Hack |
| Early Saturday morning I set up at my duly appointed position in Larkin Park, selling Tshirts. I had a utilitarian folding table, and 2 shirt stands, but across the park from me was another story.
You can always count on Penny Monroe to decorate to a fare-thee-well! Her water stop was a Victorian vision with white cutwork table cloth, ivy vines, full blown pink roses, cookies, and water with lemon and mint. It took a while for visitors to begin reaching us. In fact, while there was a small, steady flow all morning, visitation did not reflect what was really happening in the neighborhood. After the dedication of the Old Ferry Landing mural, (Miriam, Joan, marie and I were joined by Judge KK Norman, Assessor Tom Arnold, and a small group of visitors who happened to be in the park at that time), I decided to take a stroll through the neighborhood. Once I reached the 400 block of Delaronde, my impression of the day began to change. There were people everywhere! Every garden I visited on my walk was well tended and beautifully presented, but I think Sheila Donner's yard had undergone the most amazing transformation. The lush front and side gardens complimented the work of J P Phillips and Joan Marie. I continued walking down to the 200 block of Delaronde, then turned up Bermuda and on to Pelican. In every garden where I stopped, there were avid explorers, and happy artists. Sales were brisk for many ARTinA members, which is always a plus. Others reported that inquiries were made, and business cards were taken for later sales. The peaceful settings and creative presentations inspired visitors to really take their time to view the gardens, and artwork, and to talk with the artists. I was particularly interested in meeting some of our new members who were exhibiting with ARTinA for the first time, and seeing their work. I was really impressed! Our newer exhibiting members have a wide variety of talents - from ironwork sculpture (Susan Gilbert and Lela Shelby), to engravings with gold leaf on marble (Arlena Bora), to hanging wire sculptures (Christine Sartoris), to painted floor cloths (Peggy Malone)! I must confess to having been scouting talent for the Algiers Arts Festival in October - and from what I saw, it's going to be a terrific festival this year. I did not get to all the gardens - duty called at the Park - and space does not permit me to mention all the wonderful work and artists I saw that day - but all of you were GREAT!!! |
| French Navy Band Concert |
| The residents of Algiers Point were indeed fortunate to be given a free concert by the French Navy Band. The band, in town for the dedication of the D-Day Museum, had visited the neighborhood and
liked the friendly atmosphere. The free concert was their gift to all of us. Many of the residents heard the concert from McDonough Park, while others were able to sit on their porches or in their back yards and delight to the sounds of the bagpipes.
Who didn't get goose bumps listening to "Amazing Grace" ? ARTinA deeply appreciates this gift given to us by the French Navy Band. We also would like to thank the Algiers Point Association members with whom we collaborated in the coordination of the concert as well as in the set up of the pot luck dinner held earlier that evening. |
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Contemporary Kinetics: Calder & Beyond Review submitted by Christine A. Sartoris |
| When you think kinetics or mobiles, what comes to mind? Movement. Kinetics refers to movement. Mobiles, invented by Calder, are sculptures that move. Unfortunately, you won't find much movement
at the Contemporary Arts center's (CAC) exhibit Contemporary Kinetics: Calder & Beyond showing now through June 25th. I viewed the exhibit last weekend and was particularly disppointed that Alexander Calder's
mobiles were immobile. When you tried to disturb the air so that the forms could move as intended, you were politely chastised. Among the other artists displaying their work, I was especially intrigued by the work of Lin Emery. You will find movement as you view and interact with her art. After viewing the model of "Coryphee", I am eager to see the full size version, which is in Peoria, IL. Adam Farrington, Martin Payton, John T. Scott, and Robert Tannen are the other artists exhibiting in the CAC show. |
| Thank You! |
| As Commitee Chairperson of Art in the Garden New Orleans Style, I have a lot of thanking to do. My thanking must start with the gracious gardeners who shared their private space with ARTinA - Sharon Giles, Carolee Wagner, Stephanie Benson, Rachel Beattie, Amy and Jonathan Thames, Sheila Donner/Richard Garcia, Charlie and Carman Bourg, Sue Britwar, Jo Harsdorfl, Kevin & Wendy Herridge, Del Dempsey, Pat Judd, Tomroy and Joanna Nelson. My great appreciation is extended to "The Friends of Algiers Courthouse" who allowed us to begin our tour with a true feeling of historic charm. Thank you Nick, De Battista's Nursery Inc, donated bedding plants for a new display at the courthouse planter and thank you Ron & Judy Robertson, who did the planting. The neverending dedication of the "Art in the Garden" committee members made this year's presentation a success: Jeannie & Phillip Johnson, Adam Miller, Maurice Stockton, Diana Miller, Bobbie Whiddon, Sue Britwar, Anne Primrose, Conni Patterson and Sheila Donner: to you all my sincere appreciation is extended. The mural dedication was a success with Judge K.K. Norman's and Assessor Tom Arnold's presence. Thank you both. Larkin Park, our refreshment stop, could not have been more graciously handled, thanks to Penny Monroe, Bobbie Whiddon, Nancy Gonsalves and Jessica Hack. Ticket Sales handled by Tina Faucheux and Susan Poag, thank you. Volunteer break givers allowed artists and grdeners to view the event. Thank you Mike and Patty Lynch, Pat Norton, Howard Estes, Stanley Bagbey, Sylvia Deluca, Betty Digeovanti, Rosie Burge, Jessica Morgan, and Connie Burks. Thank you again, to all those who turned out for our route clean-up, the week prior. What could the event be without our local artist's exhibits? In 95 degree heat, we had 25 wonderful art venues for display. Liz Allen - Oil on canvas, Fran Barlow- Pastel, Barbara Branigan - Painted glass, Jim Callow - Oil on canvas, Margie Camardelle - Ceramics, photography & watercolor, Dot Guell - Mixed media, Phillip Johnson - Ceramics, Debbie Kraemer - Ceramics, Peggy Malone - Acrylic on canvas floorcloths, Adam Miller - Photography, Emmy Murawski - Oil on canvas, Joseph Phillips - Oil on canvas, Mark Rainy - Oil on canvas, Summer Rogers - Oil on canvas, Christine Sartoris - Wire, Glinda Schafer - Pastel, Dolly Stakelum - Watercolor & oil on canvas, Maurice Stocton - Acrylic on canvas, Carolee Wagner - Stained glass, Joan Marie Wendling - Antique tin clocks, bird houses, garden benches, garden furniture, cedar & tin garden planters, mirrors, Bobbie Whiddon - Pencil, pen & ink, watercolor, Lela Gail Sheasby & Susan Gilbert - Garden creations, and Arlena Bora - Art in marble. Last but not least, as the saying goes, thank you to all who shared their day with ARTinA's presentation of "Art in the Garden". I cannot express in words how much I appreciate everyone's cooperation. This is a true effort in making our community full of fellowship and fun.
Miriam Carter |
| Hanson Gallery - ARTinA's Opening Night |
| Thursday, June 29th 7:00 - 9:00 PM 229 Royal Street |
| Hanson Gallery is graciously providing food and Wine for the opening. Diana Miller is also providing a veggie tray (Thank You Diana!) and ARTinA will also contribute to the refreshments. You are encouraged to invite not only family and friends to the opening but also potential clients. We look forward to seeing all of you there! | NOTE: Artists are to deliver their art on Sunday, June 25th between 11-5 PM or on Monday, June 26th between 10 and 6 PM. The show will close on july 12th. Artists can pick up their work on July 15th and 16th. Call Diana Miller at 524-8211 for more information.
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| ARTinA Meetings |
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Thursday July 13, 2000 7:00 PM create a mobile to share with the group at News & Brews in Algiers Point Thursday August 10, 2000 7:00 PM at Rosetree Glass Studio Thursday September 28, 2000 7:00 PM Membership Drive Adrian Deckbar presents: How to Support Yourself as a Working Artist |
| Newsletter Update | Do you have an idea for the newsletter? Submit your ideas or articles to ARTIFACTS, 500 Pelican Avenue, Suite 209, New Orleans, LA 70114. If you attend an exhibit or show, you may want to submit a review to share with the members. | |
| ARTIFACTS will be distributed every other month. The deadline for submission of articles, reviews, and /or pictures is the 15th of the month prior to the publication month. The next newsletter will be the August-September issue. Please submit information by July 15th to the address at right. Thanks! |