Congratulations to ALL!
Allison Gauthier and Andrew Hendrick were finalists for the brand new Musical Theatre Initiative Awards.
Eight of our students were cast in full-length and one-act play readings of works by student and professional writers.
...
Adjunct faculty member and alum, Erik Tonner, received a Merit Award for Innovative Staging of a Play for As Bees In Honey Drown.
. . .
Matt Bagley & Conor Daniel Bartram won the Irene Ryan Acting Award and are going to the Kennedy Center in Washington to compete!
...
Jes Almeida, going to the Kennedy Center as regional winner Hair & Makeup!
Lauren Sarnataro, runner up in Stage Management!
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Friday, January 28, 2011
Chris Durante '82
FEBRUARY 1 - 26, 2011
Chris Durante is in
THE GUY SHOW at the Art Place Gallery
An invitational show curated by Gerald Saladyga
10 Male artists from Fairfield and New Haven Counties
Opening Reception
Saturday, February 5, 3 - 5 PM
Artists' Talk: Sunday, February 13 at 3 PM
ARTPLACE
11 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 292-8328
info@artplace.org
The public is welcome to all gallery events and openings, free of charge.
For further information, or to be put on our mailing list, please email us at info@artplace.org
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday
11 AM - 5:30 PM
and by appointment
Chris Durante is in
THE GUY SHOW at the Art Place Gallery
An invitational show curated by Gerald Saladyga
10 Male artists from Fairfield and New Haven Counties
Opening Reception
Saturday, February 5, 3 - 5 PM
Artists' Talk: Sunday, February 13 at 3 PM
ARTPLACE
11 Unquowa Road
Fairfield, CT 06824
(203) 292-8328
info@artplace.org
The public is welcome to all gallery events and openings, free of charge.
For further information, or to be put on our mailing list, please email us at info@artplace.org
Hours: Tuesday - Saturday
11 AM - 5:30 PM
and by appointment
John Wallace opening date change
John Wallace will be exhibiting his work at Higgins Hall Gallery on the midtown campus from February 17 through March 10. There will be a reception for the artist on Thursday Feb. 17th from 4-7pm.
I will be gallery sitting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 - 4 beginning on 2/17.
Please stop by to see John's work.
Titled “John Wallace – 60 years of Painting” the exhibition has representative paintings from a decades long artistic career. Although somewhat different in scale and scope, these works show a remarkable consistency in their figuration, use of metaphor, and narrative content:
“…Wallace is nothing if not a consummately sophisticated painter, capable of producing effects which can, and should, be savored for their purely aesthetic qualities. That said, however, it is also true that Wallace…brings to visual art a narrative gift so richly novelistic that one can’t help pondering the possible meanings of his compositions any more than ignore all the subtextual implications in a complex prose passage from Nabakov or Updike. Indeed, Wallace is one of our more intriguing post-modern storytellers…”
Ed McCormack
Gallery & Studio, February 2007
John Wallace received a B.F.A. from Washington University and an M.F.A. from Indiana University. He also studied at Skowhegan, where he received a Margaret Tiffany Blake fellowship for creating a fresco in the choir loft of the South Solon Meeting House, which is now a historic landmark. He is also the recipient of a Huntingdon Hartford Fellowship and a Roswell Museum Fellowship. His work is in museums and significant private collections. From 1982 thru 2009 he taught at Western Connecticut State University where he was co-coordinator of the M.F.A. program from 2000 thru 2009.
I will be gallery sitting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 - 4 beginning on 2/17.
Please stop by to see John's work.
Titled “John Wallace – 60 years of Painting” the exhibition has representative paintings from a decades long artistic career. Although somewhat different in scale and scope, these works show a remarkable consistency in their figuration, use of metaphor, and narrative content:
“…Wallace is nothing if not a consummately sophisticated painter, capable of producing effects which can, and should, be savored for their purely aesthetic qualities. That said, however, it is also true that Wallace…brings to visual art a narrative gift so richly novelistic that one can’t help pondering the possible meanings of his compositions any more than ignore all the subtextual implications in a complex prose passage from Nabakov or Updike. Indeed, Wallace is one of our more intriguing post-modern storytellers…”
Ed McCormack
Gallery & Studio, February 2007
John Wallace received a B.F.A. from Washington University and an M.F.A. from Indiana University. He also studied at Skowhegan, where he received a Margaret Tiffany Blake fellowship for creating a fresco in the choir loft of the South Solon Meeting House, which is now a historic landmark. He is also the recipient of a Huntingdon Hartford Fellowship and a Roswell Museum Fellowship. His work is in museums and significant private collections. From 1982 thru 2009 he taught at Western Connecticut State University where he was co-coordinator of the M.F.A. program from 2000 thru 2009.
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Alberetti collage workshop
COLLAGE WORKSHOP – Two days- April 9 and 10 10AM-4PM
Welcome again to the Alberetti’s Collage Workshop.
This spring we will once again present collage, transfer techniques and then add egg tempera as an accent to the traditional techniques.
And once again we will explore subject matter ranging from landscape, to still life, to cityscape, or create a portrait, or an abstract piece, or any subject of your choosing.
Emphasis will be given to technique, composition, contrast, and color relationships. An investigation of collage through a series of exercises will develop the artist's awareness and potential of this unique art form. We will provide the basic materials but encourage you to bring your favorite tools or materials. You are encouraged to bring, or send ahead, some digital photos you might like to include in your work.
The two-day workshop fee is $180 per person.We ask that you register and send half the fee by March 9th Please note we are limiting the class size to 10.
We are very excited about this April workshop and look forward to you taking part in it. Please call 203-746-1321, or reply to maryloualberetti@mac.com to register, or to Alberetti
16 Possum Drive
New Fairfield CT 06812
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Alain Picard '97 2011
Alain wrote, "I have two openings left in the February Studio Class beginning Tuesday the 1st. Come join me in the studio and take your paintings to new heights this year."
Tuesday Night Class
Four Week Studio Class
February 1 - 22
Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:30pm
Location: Picard Studio
Cost: $200
Held at Alain's studio in Southbury, this class gives you the unique opportunity to bring your own photographic references, and work on the subject that most inspires you. Personalized instruction at the easel will be provided to each student as they develop their paintings.
All levels, beginner to advanced, are welcome.
Medium: Oil and Pastels
Alain J. Picard
12 Hillside Road | Southbury CT 06488 | 203.297.1399
www.picardstudio.com
Tuesday Night Class
Four Week Studio Class
February 1 - 22
Tuesdays 7:00 - 9:30pm
Location: Picard Studio
Cost: $200
Held at Alain's studio in Southbury, this class gives you the unique opportunity to bring your own photographic references, and work on the subject that most inspires you. Personalized instruction at the easel will be provided to each student as they develop their paintings.
All levels, beginner to advanced, are welcome.
Medium: Oil and Pastels
Alain J. Picard
12 Hillside Road | Southbury CT 06488 | 203.297.1399
www.picardstudio.com
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Joe Di Guiseppi
Joe Di Guiseppi states that the ESCAPE to the Arts. Winter Art show is scheduled for opening reception on Thursday Jan 27th from 6-8pm. It will be up from Jan 26th until the End of February. He added that if it is snowed out this week then the mostly likely snow date is the following Thursday, Feb 3rd.
Friday, January 21, 2011
John Wallace
John Wallace will be exhibiting his work at Higgins Hall Gallery on the midtown campus from February 16 through March 10. There will be a reception for the artist on Wednesday Feb. 16th from 4-7pm.
I will be gallery sitting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 - 4.
Please stop by to see John's work.
Titled “John Wallace – 60 years of Painting” the exhibition has representative paintings from a decades long artistic career. Although somewhat different in scale and scope, these works show a remarkable consistency in their figuration, use of metaphor, and narrative content:
“…Wallace is nothing if not a consummately sophisticated painter, capable of producing effects which can, and should, be savored for their purely aesthetic qualities. That said, however, it is also true that Wallace…brings to visual art a narrative gift so richly novelistic that one can’t help pondering the possible meanings of his compositions any more than ignore all the subtextual implications in a complex prose passage from Nabakov or Updike. Indeed, Wallace is one of our more intriguing post-modern storytellers…”
Ed McCormack
Gallery & Studio, February 2007
John Wallace received a B.F.A. from Washington University and an M.F.A. from Indiana University. He also studied at Skowhegan, where he received a Margaret Tiffany Blake fellowship for creating a fresco in the choir loft of the South Solon Meeting House, which is now a historic landmark. He is also the recipient of a Huntingdon Hartford Fellowship and a Roswell Museum Fellowship. His work is in museums and significant private collections. From 1982 thru 2009 he taught at Western Connecticut State University where he was co-coordinator of the M.F.A. program from 2000 thru 2009.
I will be gallery sitting on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 - 4.
Please stop by to see John's work.
Titled “John Wallace – 60 years of Painting” the exhibition has representative paintings from a decades long artistic career. Although somewhat different in scale and scope, these works show a remarkable consistency in their figuration, use of metaphor, and narrative content:
“…Wallace is nothing if not a consummately sophisticated painter, capable of producing effects which can, and should, be savored for their purely aesthetic qualities. That said, however, it is also true that Wallace…brings to visual art a narrative gift so richly novelistic that one can’t help pondering the possible meanings of his compositions any more than ignore all the subtextual implications in a complex prose passage from Nabakov or Updike. Indeed, Wallace is one of our more intriguing post-modern storytellers…”
Ed McCormack
Gallery & Studio, February 2007
John Wallace received a B.F.A. from Washington University and an M.F.A. from Indiana University. He also studied at Skowhegan, where he received a Margaret Tiffany Blake fellowship for creating a fresco in the choir loft of the South Solon Meeting House, which is now a historic landmark. He is also the recipient of a Huntingdon Hartford Fellowship and a Roswell Museum Fellowship. His work is in museums and significant private collections. From 1982 thru 2009 he taught at Western Connecticut State University where he was co-coordinator of the M.F.A. program from 2000 thru 2009.
Thursday, January 20, 2011
MFA Spring 2011 Visiting Artists Program
The Spring Visiting Artists Lecture Schedule has been released and includes our own Janet DeCarlo '94.
dates and speakers are listed here with details on the WCSU art alumni website: http://wcsu.edu/artalumni/calendar.asp
January 25 Sheila Geoffrion, painter
February 8 Janet DeCarlo, Artists Rep.
February 22 William Bailey, Painter
March 8 Pat Lindgren, Artists Rep.
April 1 Don Kimes, Painter
April 12 Tom Kidd, Illustrator
April 26 Stanley Lewis, Painter will be the Weir Farm Visiting Artist, Time and place TBA.
dates and speakers are listed here with details on the WCSU art alumni website: http://wcsu.edu/artalumni/calendar.asp
January 25 Sheila Geoffrion, painter
February 8 Janet DeCarlo, Artists Rep.
February 22 William Bailey, Painter
March 8 Pat Lindgren, Artists Rep.
April 1 Don Kimes, Painter
April 12 Tom Kidd, Illustrator
April 26 Stanley Lewis, Painter will be the Weir Farm Visiting Artist, Time and place TBA.
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Erica Fabrizio '08
Jamison Odone MFA '10 writes, "My wife Erica Fabrizio('08) graduated from WCSU, this article was recently written about her photography: http://www.acorn-online.com/joomla15/theridgefieldpress/people/82568-photographer-fabrizio-shoots-from-wedding-to-baby-and-beyond.html"
Erica's work can be seen at www.ericafabrizio.com. Erica says on her site, "I am a self-taught photographer with a degree in painting who has spent the last few years helping other artists set up exhibitions and achieve personal goals."
To book your session or for more information...
617.642.9691
ericafabriziophotography@gmail.com
Erica's work can be seen at www.ericafabrizio.com. Erica says on her site, "I am a self-taught photographer with a degree in painting who has spent the last few years helping other artists set up exhibitions and achieve personal goals."
To book your session or for more information...
617.642.9691
ericafabriziophotography@gmail.com
Phyllis Boger MFA '02
Phyllis announced that she has Landscape paintings at the upstairs South Gallery at Playhouse on the Square, 66 South Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104 Jan 28 from 5-7 pm.
She will also be having another exhibit at Wings Gallery, April 1st -April 30. A four woman exhibit call, "Italy Inspired" located at 100 N. Humphreys Blvd., Memphis, TN 38120, For more information, call 901.322.2984 or contact sblackburn@wingscancerfoundation.org.
She will also be having another exhibit at Wings Gallery, April 1st -April 30. A four woman exhibit call, "Italy Inspired" located at 100 N. Humphreys Blvd., Memphis, TN 38120, For more information, call 901.322.2984 or contact sblackburn@wingscancerfoundation.org.
Monday, January 17, 2011
Call for Artists HVCA
Creative Challenge for the United Way
A Unique project for respected nonprofit: Seeking an illustrator who can create 5-6 illustrations for a brief story about two children. We are looking for a very whimsical line drawing style. The illustrations will be a part of United Way of Western Connecticut's 2010 annual report, so the timeline is tight (design needs to be completed by mid-Feb.) Stipend of $200 available. Collaborative work with United Way staff and graphic designer, who will carry design theme throughout the report. Credit will be given to artist in report, and mailed to major donors in March.
Samples should depict your interpretation of the following:
Once upon a time, there was a little girl and boy. Their parents were very wealthy and had always given them everything they wanted. In fact, they had never left the castle where they lived because they were told the world was a dangerous place, and no one could be trusted. One day while playing in the courtyard, a sound caught their attention outside the gates. Curious, they cautiously stepped out of their protected yard and into the big world.
Guidelines.....
Open to all artists, first come, first served.
HVCA members are given first priority
Deadline for submission Friday, January 21st 11:59 PM or when an artist is selected for the project, whichever comes first
A quick turn around is a must
Electronic submissions only
If interested, please do the following:
* Send an artist statement (no more than 100 words)
* Send up to 3 jpeg images of a sample of your work
* Email the above and write ATTN: United Way Illustrations
More details will be provided to the selected artists.
A Unique project for respected nonprofit: Seeking an illustrator who can create 5-6 illustrations for a brief story about two children. We are looking for a very whimsical line drawing style. The illustrations will be a part of United Way of Western Connecticut's 2010 annual report, so the timeline is tight (design needs to be completed by mid-Feb.) Stipend of $200 available. Collaborative work with United Way staff and graphic designer, who will carry design theme throughout the report. Credit will be given to artist in report, and mailed to major donors in March.
Samples should depict your interpretation of the following:
Once upon a time, there was a little girl and boy. Their parents were very wealthy and had always given them everything they wanted. In fact, they had never left the castle where they lived because they were told the world was a dangerous place, and no one could be trusted. One day while playing in the courtyard, a sound caught their attention outside the gates. Curious, they cautiously stepped out of their protected yard and into the big world.
Guidelines.....
Open to all artists, first come, first served.
HVCA members are given first priority
Deadline for submission Friday, January 21st 11:59 PM or when an artist is selected for the project, whichever comes first
A quick turn around is a must
Electronic submissions only
If interested, please do the following:
* Send an artist statement (no more than 100 words)
* Send up to 3 jpeg images of a sample of your work
* Email the above and write ATTN: United Way Illustrations
More details will be provided to the selected artists.
Emile Waite '01
Emile writes, "Looking back at work accomplished and possible surprising artistic experiences in 2011."
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Jeanine Molnar '00
Jeanine Molnar has updated her web page at http://wcsu.edu/artalumni/99/molnarj.asp to include her works for sale at http://www.GeminiMoonMosaics.etsy.com or visit Jeanine at her website http://www.GeminiMoonMosaics.com.
Friday, January 7, 2011
Christine Lombardi '86
Christine writes that her winter blank notes are for sale at Silver Touch, located in the Dolan Plaza on Greenwood Avenue in Bethel, CT, The cards are $4 each or 6 for $20. The winter season is the first of a set, the fall picture is also available as well as birthday cards. Christine can be reached at christine.lombardi@yahoo.com.
Ed Little, Adjunct Instructor Drawing & Art History
Ed Little, Adjunct Instructor writes, "Click on this link: The Best of WCSU student work for the year 2010. These are works produced by students in my Drawing 1 class. Please check them out so you can see what is being achieved." The above drawing is by Marie Berarducci.
Also visit Ed's website at www.edlittleart.com!
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Michael Liebhaber MFA '08
Michael writes, "I was recently interviewed on "A Travel Painting Blog"
A Question and Answer with Michael Liebhaber at: http://greggfretheim.blogspot.com/
My personal blog is at http://michaels-travels.com/"
Karen Bartone '09 is in the Real Art Ways Slide Slam
Karen Bartone '09 is in the Real Art Ways Slide Slam 56 Arbor Street, Hartford CT.
Step Up 2010 Slide Slam Real Art Ways
JANUARY 20, 2011, 6-8 PM
DURING CREATIVE COCKTAIL HOUR
Each year, Real Art Ways reviews the year's Step Up open call submissions and selects their favorites. This year we chose 62 artists whose work will be on view during this one night exhibition. Images of these works will be projected at Real Art Ways during Creative Cocktail Hour on January 20, 2011 from 6-8pm. Congratulations to the 2010 Slide Slammers!
http://www.realartways.org/visualarts.htm
Step Up 2010 Slide Slam Real Art Ways
JANUARY 20, 2011, 6-8 PM
DURING CREATIVE COCKTAIL HOUR
Each year, Real Art Ways reviews the year's Step Up open call submissions and selects their favorites. This year we chose 62 artists whose work will be on view during this one night exhibition. Images of these works will be projected at Real Art Ways during Creative Cocktail Hour on January 20, 2011 from 6-8pm. Congratulations to the 2010 Slide Slammers!
http://www.realartways.org/visualarts.htm
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
David Boyajian
David Boyajian is in Group Show in NYC with Richard Pitts.
@ The Able Fine Art NY, Opening Jan. 13th 2011
6pm - 8pm, 511 West 25th St. Suite 507, Chelsea,NY
@ The Able Fine Art NY, Opening Jan. 13th 2011
6pm - 8pm, 511 West 25th St. Suite 507, Chelsea,NY
MFA alumni show
You are invited to an
Illustration art show featuring work from WCSU artists.
The featured artists include:
Danielle Alpert MFA '10
Jamison Odone MFA '10
David Ferrira MFA '10
Annie Lane MFA '10
Barbara Mansilla MFA '10
Tom Dowell MFA '11
The opening reception is this Friday, January 7 at the
Warwick Museum of Art from 7 to 9.
WMOA is located at 3259 Post Road, Warwick RI 02886, only one mile from Route 95. The show runs from January 3 through 29.
Illustration art show featuring work from WCSU artists.
The featured artists include:
Danielle Alpert MFA '10
Jamison Odone MFA '10
David Ferrira MFA '10
Annie Lane MFA '10
Barbara Mansilla MFA '10
Tom Dowell MFA '11
The opening reception is this Friday, January 7 at the
Warwick Museum of Art from 7 to 9.
WMOA is located at 3259 Post Road, Warwick RI 02886, only one mile from Route 95. The show runs from January 3 through 29.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Carmen Lund MFA '05
Carmen writes, "It's your turn to spoil yourself! Make your plans now to
Set Sail aboard the Queen Mary 2
Navigate In The Direction Of Your Dreams!
May 17, 2011 - May 24, 2011
New York - London
Take the LEAP! off your lily pad . . .
LEAP! Workshop with Carmen Lund:
For the first time ever, Carmen Lund’s ground breaking LEAP! Workshop will be presented aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2!
"Re-discover Your Magic©" with Carmen Lund's creative approach to discovering and exploring new possibilities and opportunities for the next chapter of your life.
You will meet with Carmen and other like minded-individuals who are also seeking new directions and opportunities. For more information about the itinerary and cost, contact Carmen at carmen@leapwithcarmenlund.com Learn more about Carmen Lund on her website: www.leapwithcarmenlund.com LEAP! Don’t miss the boat!"
Set Sail aboard the Queen Mary 2
Navigate In The Direction Of Your Dreams!
May 17, 2011 - May 24, 2011
New York - London
Take the LEAP! off your lily pad . . .
LEAP! Workshop with Carmen Lund:
For the first time ever, Carmen Lund’s ground breaking LEAP! Workshop will be presented aboard the magnificent Queen Mary 2!
"Re-discover Your Magic©" with Carmen Lund's creative approach to discovering and exploring new possibilities and opportunities for the next chapter of your life.
You will meet with Carmen and other like minded-individuals who are also seeking new directions and opportunities. For more information about the itinerary and cost, contact Carmen at carmen@leapwithcarmenlund.com Learn more about Carmen Lund on her website: www.leapwithcarmenlund.com LEAP! Don’t miss the boat!"
Melissa Hatch Sheldrake '00
Missy Sheldrake writes, "This month I'll be heading over to Tiny Toes Dance Academy to work on my next in a series of murals, this time for the reception area. I had so much fun there back in September that I'm really looking forward to this project! Check out the gallery here, and check out Tiny Toes if you've got a little one whose toes can't stop tapping.
I'm also really excited about my recent collaborative efforts with Rocknoceros. We're working together to publish a book that will accompany their next album, which I'll be exclusively illustrating. Both the book and the album are due for release later this year.
2011 is promising to be filled with adventure and magic. I hope to see you along the way! :)" Check out Missy's website to see more of her murals. www.muralsbymissy.com/gallery.html
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Christine Lombardi '86
Christine illustrates her own Christmas card each year depicting her family and local surroundings. I thought you would enjoy this year's festive scene.
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