APRIL 2024 EVENTS You can follow us on Facebook, email us at ouachitaartistsinc@gmail.com, visit our website ouachitaartists.org, or call us at 870-867-3115. Our mailing address is P. O. Box 1204, Mount Ida AR 71957. IMPORTANT BOARD MEETING Thursday, April 11, 10 a.m. PLEASE NOTE THE MEETING DAY CHANGE! MEMBERSHIP MEETING Thursday, April 11, 1 p.m. PLEASE NOTE THE MEETING DAY CHANGE! Come to the meeting and let’s talk about how it went, what we learned, etc. We will be working on plans for future classes and the kids’ summer session. Dr. Mary Ann Shaw will be presenting her photographs from her Africa trip. And we have a surprise activity! POLYMER CLAY PLAYDAY CANCELED FOR APRIL. It’s the day after Easter and Marlene will be out of town. Next date will be May 6, and as always Marlene will have something fun to work on.. If you would like to be on her contact list for this activity, call or email the gallery. ADVANCED BEGINNERS OIL PAINTING CLASS begins Tuesday, April 16 at 1 p.m. and will run through May 21. This is a 6-week course that builds on the Introduction to Oil class, but that course is not required. The class will learn skills such as palette work, using a grid, monochrome painting, composition techniques, and more! Teacher is Martha Koelemay and the $125.00 fee includes all supplies. Preregistration and $20.00 deposit required by April 12. JANE BABBITT RETROSPECT RECEPTION Sunday, April 21, 1-3 p.m. We lost our sweet Jane recently and invite you to join us as we honor her. Some of her beautiful works will be on display, and those who didn’t know her should come and get to know this amazing lady through her family, her old friends, and her paintings. ABSTRACT MIXED MEDIA AND PASTEL WORKSHOP presented by Marlene Gremillion on April 24 from 10-3. This is a fun workshop making collages and interesting textures as a base for applying pastels. Found objects, jewelry, ceramic bits, all kinds of materials can be used; feel free to bring your own. $47.00 covers most materials; please see the flyer for a list of other supplies you will need. Preregistration and $20.00 deposit required to hold your space. OPEN STUDIO: The gallery is open to all artists and crafters from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the second, third, and fourth Mondays (the first belongs to the polymer clay group, who would be delighted to have you join them). Bring something to work on and the materials you need, and stay a little while or come and go. You do not have to be a gallery member and there is no fee. MARCH 2024 EVENTS You can follow us on Facebook, email us at ouachitaartistsinc@gmail.com, visit our website ouachitaartists.org, or call us at 870-867-3115. Our mailing address is P. O. Box 1204, Mount Ida AR 71957. BOARD MEETING Thursday, March 7, 10 a.m. Board members please attend! MEMBERSHIP MEETING Thursday, March 7, 1 p.m. PLEASE NOTE THE MEETING DAY CHANGE! Come if you can because we will be discussing plans for the eclipse event as well as other activities and classes, and we need everybody involved! POLYMER CLAY PLAYDAY Monday, March 4, 9-12. Note that the group has moved to the FIRST Monday instead of the second. Watch for Marlene’s email about the supplies you need to bring for this month’s project. This is a free workshop, open to all, and loads of fun whether you are new to polymer clay or a veteran. If you would like to be on her contact list for this activity, call or email the gallery or Marlene Gremillion. PAINTING AN ACRYLIC LANDSCAPE Thursday, March 21, 1-4 p.m. Teri Hicks will help you paint a beautiful masterpiece to take home! All supplies included in the $40 fee. Preregistration and payment required by March 15. Class size is limited to 6, so reserve your spot early! OPEN STUDIO RETURNS! Back by popular demand. The gallery is open to all artists and crafters from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the second, third, and fourth Mondays (the first belongs to the polymer clay group, who would be delighted to have you join them). Bring something to work on and the materials you need, and stay a little while or come and go. This is not a class, there is no teacher, but if you need help, the group will be happy to offer tips or provide a fresh pair of eyes. You do not have to be a gallery member and there is no fee. Just bring your stuff and enjoy working in our studio among friendly like-minded artists. Pass the word and bring a friend! VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE ECLIPSE EVENT! Like everyone else, we don’t know what to expect, so we are preparing for every possibility. We will offer extended hours (9 a.m.-7 p.m.) and will be open every day, including Sunday, during the days before and after the event. We need greeters and sales staff for either a 9-2 shift or a 2-7 shift. There is a signup sheet in the gallery, please let us know if you can fill a slot! If we have a large crowd of people, we want to have plenty of volunteers on hand to welcome them and help with sales, packaging, etc. |
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