By: Katie Naber
OPENINGS AND OPPORTUNITIES
May is Members’ Month at the Phoenix Village Art Center
Phoenix Village Art Center- Artwork by Teresa Haag
For as little as $40, you can become a member and connect to the arts community in Phoenixville. Become a member now and enjoy these benefits:
- Pay less for classes and workshops
- Save on Summer Camp fees
- Exhibit your work in the Annual Members’ Exhibit
- Participate in open studios, critique nights, and guest lectures
First Friday Gallery Opening: Friday, May 1st, 6 to 9 pm.
(Current exhibit through April: cityscape paintings by Teresa Haag)
Coffee Talk: Sunday, May 17th, 12 to 2 pm (Register to attend at MeetUp.com, or on our website.)
To become a member, stop by the Gallery or visit our website at:
www.PhoenixVillageArtCenter.org
Click on: Join & Support
HISTORICAL ART
Etruscan Majolica at Phoenixville Historical Society
The Phoenixville Historical Society opened a special exhibit on the April First Friday called “Etruscan Majolica: Phoenixville’s Victorian Art.” This exciting exhibit is about the beautiful and famous majolica that was made in Phoenixville from 1867 to 1902. The Society contains over 300 pieces of majolica. The exhibit runs through July 2015.
www.phoenixvillehistoricalsociety.org
UPLIFTING PATTERNS
Come join the celebration of young artists from Phoenixville Area School District on April 17th and 18th, in an Art Show hosted by Barnstone Art for Kids!
- High School Art Reception: Fri, April 17, 5-8pm
- Middle & Elementary Art Show: Sat, April 18, 12-2pm
Not only are there exciting kids art events, but on May 2nd 1-4pm there will be a Yoga and Zentangle Workshop for adults! Get ready for an all levels yoga class followed by a Zentangle Workshop. The Zentangle Workshop is a relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. Zentangle frees up your creativity, no need to create anything representational! This uplifting class can increase your focus and creativity while providing artistic satisfaction of your finished product.
Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!
Email Erin@BarnstoneArtForKids.org
ART & BEER
The Art Gallery at Franklin Commons
Philadelphia/ TriState Artists Equity will hold its 66th Anniversary Members Juried Exhibition April 19 to May 21, 2015 at The Art Gallery at Franklin Commons! The Opening Reception will be held on April 19, 2- 4 PM. It is free and open to the public. Come view a variety of styles and media that are represented in the collection from an artists group of about 200 members.
Other upcoming dates:
4/29 After Hours Mixer in the Gallery 5-7pm
5/9 Plein Air at Sunset Workshop 4-7pm
5/23 Plein Air Workshop with Randall Graham 10am-1pm
For inquiries on exhibits, studio rental, classes or other events, contact: fc.curator@gmail.com
CREATIVE GENIUS
Take a class to form your creative genius in clay! No experience necessary. Make friends & meet neighbors while making functional gifts or completely dysfunctional objects d’art for yourself at the Diving Cat Studio Gallery. Classes offered for adults and children.
- Adults: Every Wednesday and Thursday evening from 6pm-11pm
- Kids (6 & up): Classes are two times a month on Sundays from 4-5pm
EXPRESSION
First Friday Gallery Open House are always fun at The Art Deska Gallery! On May 1st from 5:30-7:00PM, enjoy hors d’oeuvres and see the colorful and expressive work of artist, Sharon McGinley!
http://berkshumane.org/about-us/locations/the-humane-society-phoenixville-the-art-deska-gallery/
GET YOUR ART FIX
Make Phoenixville Art Fix your destination to watch for upcoming art events in Phoenixville and to support and encourage the arts. To submit an event announcement, contact: fc.curator@gmail.com.
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