Dark Matter, work by Robert Thurmer
On view at Arts Collinwood Gallery – Friday, May 11 – Sunday, June 4
Opening Reception – Friday, May 11, 6pm-10pm
Robert Thurmer, is an artist who lives and works in Cleveland. This [...]
OHIO INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES 2012 SCHEDULE THURSDAY, MAY 17th thru SUNDAY, MAY 20th
The Ohio Independent Film Festival is currently programming its 19th year of presenting films submitted by independent filmmakers worldwide. The four day event includes works by filmmakers from the US, Spain, Germany, United Kingdom, Bangladesh, Germany and Australia. Subject matter ranges from a backwoods road trip in From Hollywood to Dollywood to the cloning of Jesus in The Custom Mary and a documentary of the American prison system in The Great Incarcerator, part 1: The Dark Secret. Independent Pictures founder and current artistic director, Bernadette Gillota was, “amazed at the quality and range of films that were submitted to us this year.”
This year’s film festival will kick off with a wine tasting at the Arts Collinwood Café preceding Boom Varietal, a documentary detailing the history of Malbec wine production in Argentina. Currently, fifth in the word for wine production, Argentina, is the leader in producing “Malbec ” originally a French wine and now one of the most popular wines through the world.
The documentary submitted by Sky Pinnock of Rage Productions in Oregon discusses the history of wine production in Argentina, family vineyards and future development of the wine industry in Argentina. The movie features the breathtaking natural landscapes of South America and an original score.
This years film festival is running from May 17 through May 20 and will be presented at the Arts Collinwood, with the headlining film “For the Love of Music ” presented at The Beachland Ballroom on May 20th. For tickets and additional information on the film festival please go to www.ohiofims.com. The opening night will offer a short film program at 6pm for $10.;the wine tasting at 7pm for a separate fee of $10. and the BOOM VARIETAL for a $10. admission charge.
The Ohio Independent Film Festival is currently programming its 19th year of presenting films submitted by independent filmmakers worldwide. This years film festival is scheduled for May 17 through May 20 and will be presented at Arts Collinwood. For tickets and additional information on the film festival please go to www.ohiofims.com or ticketweb.com (search Ohio Independent Film Festival).
For film clips or still photos please contact.
Katherine Isenhart at katherineisenhart@gmail.com
Independent Pictures is sponsored by Cuyahoga Arts & Culture, Community Shares of Greater Cleveland, Audio Visual Rentals and is in partnership with Arts Collinwood.
Dark Matter, work by Robert Thurmer
On view at Arts Collinwood Gallery – Friday, May 11 – Sunday, June 4
Opening Reception – Friday, May 11, 6pm-10pm
Robert Thurmer, is an artist who lives and works in Cleveland. This artist has shown his thought-provoking work at numerous shows locally, nationally and internationally. His current works to be featured at Arts Collinwood examine how we recognize art objects.
“Specifically: what are the markers for ‘art object’ that are generally recognized without specialized privileged information. To explore these ideas, I started making these recent sculptures in an attempt to make my own ‘found’ art, what I like to call paraphrastic objects – stand-ins that refer to certain kinds of conventional art objects.” Robert Thurmer
Join Robert Thurmer and guests at the Gallery at Arts Collinwood to view sculptures at the opening reception on May 11th. The Café at Arts Collinwood will be open as well for dinner and drinks before, during and after the opening from 6pm-10pm.
Robert will speak at a Gallery Talk hosted by local artist, professor, writer and Arts Collinwood Gallery Committee member, Dan Tranberg on Thursday, May 17th at 7pm at Arts Collinwood.
Arts Collinwood is pleased to present the 10th Annual Waterloo Arts Fest on June 30, 2012 from noon-7pm. Join art vendors, bands, DJs, performers, food vendors and a host of other attractions in the N. Collinwood neighborhood of Cleveland. Lots to do for people of all ages. Applications to participate as a vendor or performer can be found at www.waterlooartsfest.com.
The Marseille Companion
Stands as a visual journey through the soul of the artist. In a recreation of what is known as “Star Spread” – a five card spread, using the formidable archetypes and virtues prescribed in The Tarot De Marseille. One of the oldest known and complete tarot deck in human history, originated in Italy during the 15th century. Initially used as a simple card game to pass the time, the tarot has picked up many mysticisms of its power and intended use over centuries. The Series of works depict a visceral portrayal of ones reality and forces the painter to question the very foundation of ones existence against the universal values found in the cards.
“For me the tarot is sacred. It has a being and a definitive purpose which lends to its divinity, making it an illuminating traveling companion.” -Dustin Nowlin
Through my work I explore visual narrative derived from traditional but also conceptual practices and techniques. Overall I’ve seen my works converge on many types of surfaces including canvas, wood, paper, metal, glass, film, and installation. In my approach I attempt to reach a level of consciousness, collective of, and responsive to the world at large, in order to achieve a representation which is of relevancy and veracity to the viewer and to myself. Each brushstroke is the result of an applicable but interchangeable set of values or virtues addressed in a given dialogue or piece. All of which are mostly expressed in a raw form of expressionism based in African, Latin, and non-western diaspora, delivered by an American point of view in the modern age.
Join Dustin Nowlin and guests at the Arts Collinwood Gallery to view the paintings at the opening reception on April 13th. The Café at Arts Collinwood will be open as well for dinner/drinks before and during the opening from 6pm-10pm.
A Gallery Talk with the artist will be hosted by local artist, writer and Arts Collinwood Gallery Committee member, Douglas Max Utter on Thursday, April 26th at 7pm at Arts Collinwood.
The National Art Program is a way for Cleveland residents of all ages to get an opportunity to show their artwork. Click here to learn more about the competition and how you can register! Registration forms are due by March 19th at Arts Collinwood will host the final exhibit at the Gallery on March 30th. Join the artists, their friends and families at Arts Collinwood to celebrate this wonderful show and prizes!
Join Arts Collinwood on Saturday, March 31st at 7:30pm for a concert by Chelsea Crowell, a third generation songwriter, raised in both Nashville, TN and New York City just completed her second solo album Crystal City. She has been featured on NPR’s radio program, All Things Considered as well as a filmed live performance for a PBS documentary about southern roots music, featured on movie soundtracks and ever recording new material. She has Played to audiences of 7,000 as well as seven and Ms. Crowell seems to glide between the two worlds with ease. Crowell’s first solo record was named top ten of the year by the Nashville Scene, and though never fully promoted, gained nods from such publications as the L.A. Times and No Depression. Her ability to acclimate to any situation, yet silence a crowd with a nod of the head suggests she comes by her talents both by hard work and bloodlines. Introspective, heartfelt, humorous and humble, Crowell forges her own cross over sound. As she emerges from the daunting shadows of her family (father, Rodney Crowell, Mother; Rosanne Cash and Grandfather; Johnny Cash) and with the completion of the already acclaimed album Crystal City, she begins touring, starting in europe mid October. Her talent and her ability to acclimate suggest half nature (the familial DNA) and half nurture (growing up on tour busses) and certainly will serve her as she embarks on what inevitably is a successful, life long career. To purchase tickets visit ticketweb.com.
To see job description please visit Employment Opportunities under the Cafe tab or click on http://artscollinwood.org/get-involved/employment/.
Join Arts Collinwood for an evening of music with Chris Trapper. This unique singer/songwriter will perform in the Nan and Miles Kennedy Art Center on Friday, March 30th at 8pm (doors at 7:30pm). Come early to see the National Arts Program grand opening and get a bite to eat and your favorite craft beer. Tickets are available at www.ticketweb.com. For more about Chris Trapper, visit www.christrapper.com.
Arts Collinwood Gallery is pleased to have been chosen to host the GuitarMania® 2012 designs that have been submitted by nearly 200 artists. The designs will be viewed by sponsors at a private gala opening. After that, the designs will be on view for the public from Friday, January 13 through Friday, February 3rd on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 11am-11pm and by appointment. Come and check ‘em out!
| About GuitarMania GuitarMania® is a Greater Cleveland community public art project that has raised $2 million for its two benefiting charities – United Way of Greater Cleveland and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum’s education programs. The project consists of large, 10-ft-tall Fender®Stratocaster® guitars creatively transformed into works of art by local artists and national celebrities. The guitars are displayed on the city streets of Cleveland for residents and visitors to enjoy from the end of May through October, 2012. Corporations, organizations and individuals sponsor the guitars and select from a variety of local artists to paint, sculpt or decorate them. Celebrity artists also paint and decorate guitars. Sponsors of GuitarMania 2012 include KeyBank and Fender. |
Arts Collinwood is pleased to announce our new art program for students in grades 9-12. The program, ArtPath, will lead the students on the path of the printmaker. Students will learn basic printmaking techniques, go on field trips, produce their own prints on paper and fabric and participate in an art and fashion show at the end of the program. There is no cost to participate in this program. To register for the class please, fill out the form below or contact Arts Collinwood at a.callahan@artscollinwood.org to have a copy mailed to you. Forms are also available at Arts Collinwood Thursdays through Saturdays from 11am-11pm. ArtPath is generously funded by Cuyahoga Arts and Culture and The Ginn Foundation. Instructors are currently being sought and job descriptions can be viewed at http://artscollinwood.org/get-involved/employment/.
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ArtPath is a no-cost, arts learning program for students in grades 9-12 designed to provide a hands-on creative experience combined with arts education and presentation.
This year’s ArtPath program is entitled Printmaking Basics on Paper and Fabric
What you will learn:
- Learn the basics of printmaking from a professional artist.
- Learn about famous printmakers and go on fieldtrips to see actual prints, print shops and fashion designs.
- Create your own prints on paper and fabric.
- Participate in peer critique sessions.
- Meet local printmakers and fashion designers who will visit your class.
- Show your design at an exciting print and fashion show in the Arts Collinwood Gallery in May.
Classes begin at Arts Collinwood in the Nan and Miles Kennedy Art Center on Thursdays from 3:00pm-5:00pm beginning January 26, 2012 and will run through May, 2012. Register now by filling out the form below and returning it to Arts Collinwood at 15605 Waterloo Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44110 or by email to a.callahan@artscollinwood.org by January 15, 2012. Space is limited.
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