COMING OUT 15 ARTISTS, 15 YEARSOF COMMON ROADSThe Art Association of Harrisburg will present “Coming Out,” a powerful exhibition celebrating the 15th anniversary of the organization Common Roads, from April 4 through May 1. Common Roads, a non-profit organization, works to support and advocate local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) youth (ages 14–22). The organization has invited fifteen local LGBT artists to the exhibition to create artwork based on the theme, “Coming Out” and to share how their LGBT identity informs their work. The show will open with a public reception on Friday, April 4, from 5 to 8pm.

Don Blyler, curator of the exhibition, worked closely with Terrie Hosey, Curator of AAH, to identify practicing artists and to shape the exhibit. “Coming Out” also features a fifteen year historical time line interspersed with the artists’ work, linking their art with the coming out process in a cultural, political and social context. Included with the exhibit is a catalogue of the artists’ work, along with essays reflecting on Common Roads’ history and contributions to the community. Through interviews with founders, volunteers, board members and youth, the essay captures the spirit of Common Roads and the importance of being “out” in a still-difficult world for LGBT individuals.

All of the artists invited to participate in “Coming Out” are practicing artists with either advanced training or extensive experience in the visual arts, including Scott Alpert, Victor Capecce, Melinda Deardorff, William Douglas, Neil Dreibelbis, Andrew Guth, Sherryl Heberlig, Robert Hughes, Melody Keim, Kristin Kest, Steve Myers, Kristen Richards, Terri Lynne Smith, Sarah Stroyan, and Kate Williams. Many have exhibited their work throughout the area, while others are nationally known.

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Several of them are AAH members, exhibiting in our galleries regularly.

Don Blyler, curator for the project, is deeply immersed in the arts and LGBT issues, currently serving as a Board member for the Lancaster Museum of Art and for Common Roads. For more information about the exhibit, call the Art Association at 717–236–1432, or visit us online at artassocofhbg.com. For information about Common Roads, contact 717–920–9534 or visit commonroads.org.

Also on view between April 4 and May 1 will be a variety of artwork from the AAH Permanent Collection, including works by the late expressionist Charles “Li” Hidley, and paintings from the collection of the late Jack Gross.

FIGuRATIvElY SPEAkING MEMBERSHIP ExHIBITION AwARD wINNERSBEST OF SHOWJason Campbell

WATERCOLORFirst Prize – Elaine HoweSecond Prize – Patricia Kline

PHOTOGRAPHYFirst Prize – Jeff WilesSecond Prize – Terri Lynne Smith

CERAMICS & SCULPTURE First Prize – Ruth Leventhal Second Prize – Troy Christman

PASTELS & DRAWINGFirst Prize – Ruth LundbergSecond Prize – Chuck Hall

OIL & ACRYLICFirst Prize – Brian EppleySecond Prize – Robert Hughes

OTHER MEDIAFirst Prize – Elaine Brady SmithSecond Prize – Dennis Humphreys.

SELF PORTRAIT BY FEATuRED“COMING OuT” ARTIST, TERRIlYNNE SMITH (PHOTOGRAPH)

BRIAN EPPlEY GARNERED THE FIRST PRIzE FOR HIS BRAvuRA BRuSHwORk IN AN ENGlISH PuB SCENE wITH A DOG, ENTITlED MAN’S BEST FRIEND?

TROY CHRISTMAN wON SECOND FOR HIS uNTITlED SCulPTuRE OF A SMAll DElICATE wHITE POlYMER TORSO MOuNTED ON STONE.

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BAl MASQuEA HuGE SuCCESSThe Bal Masque was truly Harrisburg’s Mardi Gras on February 2 when over 250 revelers partied the night away at Appalachian Brewing Company on Cameron Street. Everyone agreed this was the best Bal in years... people continued dancing until midnight when Funk n’ Gumbo finally stopped playing, and even then, the guests stayed on at the bar and pool tables even while the tired committee was dismantling the lavish decorations! Above all, AAH is proud to report that over $20,000 was raised for its cultural programs! John Keck and Moira Brandt were selected, “King and Queen of Mardi Gras” by the attendees, using beads to vote.

What made this Bal so successful were a number of factors...The new venue was less “formal” than the Hilton and more appealing to a younger crowd; devotees of the now-defunct Red Hot Strawberry Ball attended because they love costume parties; tickets were sold online for the first time; WHTM’s tv spots were ubiquitous and fabulous; and we had a great committee!

Kudos to the Bal’s hard-working co-chairs, two of whom had been ill the week before the Bal but managed to be there nonetheless in true, “the show must go on” spirit! These three wonderful ladies – Julie Bancroft, Tracey Meloni and Bridgit Wiest – were absolutely intrepid and inspired the entire committee. Kathy Marley-Dunbar and her friends Terry Croteau and Donna Caskandon collected the best silent auction items ever, raising almost $7000 from sales and raffle... amazing! Eric and Sharon Ulsh certainly contributed to the high attendance with their MySpace presence and creative “guerilla marketing” efforts, and the exciting cover story in MODE, Lamar’s billboards, and the Susquehanna Style article all brought in new attendees this year.

Kelly Lick donated $5000 worth of extraordinary Mardi Gras decorations, and helped the committee to embellish the Brewery space the day of the Bal. Thanks to these elaborate props, including two life-size jesters, we can continue with the popular Mardi Gras theme for next year’s Bal, already scheduled for February 21 at ABC! Jodi Marciano, Special Events Manager for the Brewery, was a hard-working committee member and made coordinating logistics far easier for the co-chairs. Her authentic New Orleans menu was a huge hit.

The other committee members were Betty Fish Bryan of WHTM, Jeff Wiles, Brook Lauer, Julie Dlugolecki, Martha Brown, Robert Potter, David Morrison, Terrie Hosey and Carrie Wissler-Thomas. Our sponsors were Highmark, Aegis Security Insurance Co., Engle Business Systems, Fry Communications, Harrisburg DID, Lehman

Volvo, McKissick Associates PC, Nauman Smith Shissler & Hall, Pinnacle Health System, Reynolds Construction Management, WHTM, MODE, Lamar Advertising and Susquehanna Style. And special thanks to Beard Printing & Publishing for doing most of our printing at the last minute, and in-kind!

Thanks to all the program advertisers, the silent auction and raffle donors, and all the volunteers who helped to run the Bal... including our terrific emcee, Alicia Richards of WHTM. Harrisburg’s Mardi Gras is here to stay. Mark your calendars for February 21, 2009!

(FROM TOP), BOARD MEMBERS BRIDGIT wIEST AND JulIE BANCROFT PRESENT THE CROwNS FOR THE BEST COSTuME wINNERS, ClINT BOYER AS A wITCH-DOCTOR, AND THE kING AND QuEEN OF MARDI GRAS, John KecK and Moira Brandt

THE ART ASSOCIATION OF HARRISBuRG IS SuPPORTED BY:PLATINUM LIFE MEMBER($5,000 and above)Clear ChannelHerre Bros., Inc.McCormick Family FoundationPSECuElsie Swensonkathy Marley DunbarTracey Edgerly MeloniwHTM

FRIENDS & EXHIBITSPONSORS($1,000 and above)Citizens BankFowler FoundationDerek and Margaret HathawayHighmark Blue ShieldTed and kelly licklamar AdvertisingMilton Hershey SchoolPatricia ReichenbachPSEAElise Swensonwachovia

SPONSORS ($500)Nancy and Irwin AronsonBackyard Benefits, Inc. Earl R. BlustJohn Carpenterleesa Troy Crnogorac lancaster & lynden GalleriesMargaret DelmonicoDarren lloyd Shaw

BENEFACTORS ($250)william and Jane AllisMrs. Ernest Burch

Reneé lieux and kirk BrechbielDr. and Mrs. Robert EttlingerMr. and Mrs. J. Stephen FeinourEdward and kathleen kramerJames MackeyDavid J. MorrisonRobert Potter Jeanne SchmedlenDonald Sam SneederBruce k. ThomasJohn David wissler

PATRON ($125)Howard AblerBill and Dotty AndersonMr. and Mrs. Richard C. AnginoJohn AnatoniadesBarbara M. ArnoldRoberta S. BaldwinRon and Ruth BarrickMargaret BechtJuan Benito & Elizabeth McInnis BenitoEdward and kathleen BrandtElizabeth ByersJacqueline l. CareyDonna CarskadonGary and Peg ChristieJames CowdenJohn Despo and Robert langleyM. David and Susan DetweilerNaomi EarlyMary kay FagerBarbara FishmanDonnamatie H. FreedmanTom and Becky Giannelliwarren GillamJay F. GoldsteinMr. and Mrs. Raymond Goverlois lehrman Grasslinda HallJudy HepfordMr. and Mrs. Michael S. Herrman

Patsy HickmanDr. and Mrs. Daniel w. HottensteinNick & Ellen HughesJoe JablonskiChuck and Mary Fager JensikJohnathan’s Fine Furniture and DécorScott and Mitzi JonesTerry & laDonna kingMr. & Mrs. Thomas kingJoe and Sally kleinwilliam kocherJohn krill & Hannah leavittRosalie Baker lambethDavid M. leasRichard C. and Jan N. leBlancBill and Beverlee lehrHarold & Elayne leibensonDave and Nancy lenkerRalph lindsayPaul and Mary lundeenJason and wendy lyonsM. lou MaddenNoel F. MarksMargaret B. MastersGeoffrey and Dianne McDowellMr. and Mrs. Harold McInnesGerald MckeeJack and karen MclaughlinJoseph Mclaughlin and Claire PowersPatricia J. MikeMr. and Mrs. G. Thomas MillerPaul NagleNancy O’ HalloranEric Olson & Nancy Batholomaei-OlsonThe Paper lion GalleryColin PrenskySam and Dorothy RossMelanie and Ray SanfordMary Jane SausserThomas Schmidt III and Donna Fisherlinda SchwabMrs. Alfred J. ShermanSandra C. Snyder

Mr. and Mrs. Morton SpectorJeffrey StonerTriple Strength Graphics Doris and Rob ulshkenju urakuboRita and Gregg warnerEdward webberRobert and Donna weldonJanet and Mark widoffJeff and Jane wilesBryon “Jimmy” woodCurt Brian zeiglerRobert zeigler Stacey and Robert zuckerman

PRIZE DONORSArts @ 510Howard AlberAlan Hostetler InsuranceBrinjac EngineeringConrad M. Seigel, Inc.Cumberland Financial GroupMrs. Meade DetweilerDick Blick Art MaterialsRobert S. FullerNorma GotwaltHilton HarrisburgHempt Bros., Inc.Hershey Resorts and Entertainmentl. B. Smith FordTracey & Bob MeloniEdward C. Michener FamilyMiller & NorfordMorgan StanleyNRG EnergyPatriot News CompanyShowcasePASutliff ChevroletBruce k. Thomas, CTEwinding Hill veterinary Clinicxpedx

$50–$500 LEVEL:Howard AlberDiane BeibleMartha BrownAnne DavisMargaret DelmonicoCarol GoldbergMr. & Mrs. Ernie GutierrezJoan HaasJoann HenselTrisha HoweMr. & Mrs. Joseph kleinPaula lehman

Mr. & Mrs. Robert McCloskeyRichard Neffwalter NicholsMerle ReivichDonald RhoadsMr. & Mrs. Frank RumpJeanne SchmedlenMr. & Mrs. larry SheiplineFritz vonderheidenMr. & Mrs. Bill warrenBridgit wiestMr. & Mrs. Jeff wilesRobert willisMr. & Mrs. keith YanceyStacey & Robert zuckerman

$500–$1000 LEVEL:Bill AllisEarl Blustleesa Crnogoracwalter DiehlMr. & Mrs. Glen DunbarStephen FeinourRobert FullerMr. & Mrs. John HepschmidtMr. & Mrs. Nicholas HughesRick leBlancDr. & Mrs. Robert MeloniEdward C. MichenerDavid MorrisonRobert Potter

Mr. & Mrs. Morton SpectorJudith zerbe

$1000–$5000 LEVEL:Mr. & Mrs. Sloan AuchinclossDr. Ruth leventhal

$10,000 & UP:The McCormick Family Foundation The Josiah w. & Bessie H. kline FoundationThe McInroy-Sheffer People’s Trust

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The Art Association of Harrisburg greatly appreciates all the generous members who either gave an additional contribution or upgraded their membership level when renewing in December. Thanks to all of you! Besides those contributions, we want to extend our heart-felt thanks to the following:

ROBERTA BALDWIN donated $150 to AAH in December.

MARTHA BROWN, Board Member, made a contribution to help to defray the cost of a new vacuum cleaner for AAH.

DOROTHY BRYNE made a $200 contribution in honor of board member Kathy Marley-Dunbar.

CITIZENS BANK sponsored the 16th Annual Black History Exhibition with $800.

COLLEAGUES FROM THE BUREAU OF MANAGED CARE donated $110 in memory of David Henry’s late father, Mr. Reed S. Henry.

THE HUNTER-MEYERS-REDUS FOUNDATION gave a gift of $2000 in November.

DAVID A. RITTER, of Waddell & Reed Financial Services, donated $100 in support of the Art Association in February.

JERRY AND HILARY SIMPSON donated $250 to AAH as part of their annual pledge to the United Way of the Capital Region.

ELSIE SWENSON contributed $1000 at the end of the year.

JIM YOUNGMAN, AAH stone sculpture instructor, donated $100 in December.

AAH BOARD MEMBERS are now contributing the wine for all AAH receptions – many thanks to them all! And special thanks to treasuer, ROBERT POTTER for serving as so able a “bar-tender” at receptions!

AND A BIG THANKS TO THE ENTIRE BAL MASQUE COMMITTEE, SPONSORS AND UNDERWRITERS FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN MAKING THE 2008 BAL SUCH A RESOUNDING SUCCESS! And a very special thanks to KELLY LICK, for her contribution of $5000 worth of Mardi Gras decorations for us to use for future Bals.

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of American Art Independent Study Program. Trotman has been a Curator at the Solomon R.Guggenheim Museum since 2003. Prior to that, he had been involved at the Whitney Museum, and had been an Assistant Curator for the North Carolina Museum of Art in Raleigh. Trotman had been a teaching assistant at Hunter College in 2003, and has worked at the Museum of Modern Art in New York as an exhibition catalogue proofreader. He received various awards and honors during his academic career, and has had numerous articles published on artistic subjects.

Th e Juried Exhibition will run through June 12 in the Art Association’s galleries at 21 N. Front Street, Harrisburg, with regular gallery hours of 9:30am to 9pm Monday through Th ursday, 9:30am–4pm Friday, 10am–4pm Saturday and 2–5pm Sunday. Call 717-236-1432 for more information, or visit us online at artassocofhbg.com.

80TH ANNuAl JuRIEDExHIBITION TO OPEN

Nat Trotman, a curator from the prestigious Guggenheim Museum in New York, is the juror for the 80th Annual Juried Exhibition at the Art Association. Th e exhibition will showcase varied artwork from across the U.S., and possibly abroad. Opening with a gala reception and awards ceremony on Saturday, May 10, from 6

to 9pm, the Juried Show will attract artists and their friends from a wide geographic range. Jonathan Frazier will provide the musical entertainment for the reception, which is free to the public.

Exhibition prize sponsors include Tracey and Bob Meloni, Alan Hostetler Insurance, Showcase, Mrs. Meade Detweiler, NRG Energy, Art at 510, Bruce Th omas and Howard Alber.Juror Nat Trotman is currently a PhD candidate at the Graduate Centre of the City University of New York. He holds his BA from the University of North Carolina and attended the Whitney Museum

AAh NEWSLETTER NOW ACCEPTINg ADS!As you can see from the Blick Art Materials ad in this issue, the Newsletter is now printing paid advertisements. Not only will this help to defray the cost of printing the newsletter, but it also off ers businesses an opportunity to advertise their services to our members and students. The rates and sizes are as follows:Quarter page – 3.625” x 4.875” at $200.00half page – 3.625” x 10” at $250.00

Contact Carrie wissler-Thomas at carrie@artassocofhbg.com to discuss and for more information.

ThE LANCASTER COUNTy ART ASSOCIATION JURIED EXhIbITION is accepting slide/cd entries through April 12. For prospectus, visit lccaonline.org or call 717–687–7061.

ThE LEbANON VALLEy COUNCIL ON ThE ARTS has recently purchased and renovated a convent at 734 willow St., lebanon, and has two exhibition galleries. Artists may apply to exhibit there by submitting 20–25 images of their work, resume and bio, and a SASE, to Exhibitions Committee, lebanon valley Council on the Arts, c/o Jean wertz zaun, 734 willow St., lebanon, PA 17042.

OPPORTuNITIESABOuND

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ONE NIGHT STANDExHIBITIONS RETuRN

With the able assistance and organizational skills of AAH member, Frank Orlando, the popular One Night Stand Exhibitions (ONSE) are returning to the downtown scene. Starting off at Stock’s on Second at 211 North Second

Street in Harrisburg, the ONSE’s will be off and running for 2008.

Th e ONSE at Stock’s will be Sunday, April 6, from 4 to 7pm. Live music will be included, complementary hors d’ouevres, cash bar, and no admission fee! Th e following ONSE will be at Molly Branni-gan’s, Second and Walnut Streets, on Sunday, May 4, from 4 to 7pm, featuring the local band, Green Onions.

Th e third in the series will be held at Th e Firehouse on Second Street on Saturday, July 12, from 4 to 7pm.

Frank Orlando promises live music and great art at all the venues, and is currently working to book two more ONSE’s for September 21 and November 9. Make sure you don’t miss this year’s new series of One Night Stands.

NAT TROTMAN

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APR. 4 – MAY 1

COMING OUT – 15 ARTISTS, 15 YEARS OF COMMON ROADSOpening Reception – Friday, April 4th, 5–8pmFeaturing works by gay, lesbian and transgender artists, Main GalleryAlso, selections from the AAH permanent collection will be on exhibit in the second floor galleries.

APR. 6ONE NIGHT STAND EXHIBITIONSunday, 4–7pm, Stock’s on Second, 211 N. Second Street, Harrisburg, Featuring works by emerging artists, hors d’ouevres, cash bar, live music, FREE admission.

MAY 4ONE NIGHT STAND EXHIBITIONSunday, 4–7pm, Molly Branigan’s, Second and walnut Streets, Harrisburg, Featuring works by emerging artists, complementary hors d’ouevres, cash bar, FREE admission.

MAY 10 – JUN. 1280TH ANNUAL JURIED EXHIBITIONOpening Reception – Saturday, May 10th, 6–9pmFeaturing varied works from across the nation.

MAY 22 AAH ANNUAL MEETINGThursday, 6–8pm, AAH main gallery.

JUN 20 – JUL. 17ART SCHOOL ANNUAL EXHIBITIONOpening Reception – Friday, June 20th, 5–8pmFeaturing works by the past year’s AAH students and faculty.

AT THE ART ASSOCIATION

THROUGH APR. 30 WATERCOLORS BY RICHARD MICHAELIANDauphin County Courthouse, 101 Market Street, Harrisburg

THROUGH APR. 30 OIL LANDSCAPES BY RICHARD NEFFPenn National Insurance, 2 North 2nd Street, Harrisburg

APR. 8 – MAY 30PAINTINGS & MIXED MEDIA BY JULIE DLUGOLECKI& BROOK LAUERReservoir Park Mansion, 100 Concert Drive, HarrisburgOpening Reception – Saturday, April 12th, 2–4pm

APR. 1 – JUN. 30 PHOTOGRAPHY BY ROBERT WILLISPenn State Harrisburg, Provost’s Hallway, Middletown

MAY 1 – JUL. 30 PHOTOGRAPHY BY SPERO LAPPASDauphin County Courthouse, 101 Market Street, Harrisburg

MAY 1 – JUL. 30 PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPES BY STEPHEN WETZELPenn National Insurance, 2 North Second Street, Harrisburg

MAY 24 – 26HARRISBURG ARTSFESTAAH open 10am–4pm Saturday, Noon–5pm Sunday, 10am–5pm Monday. Concerts by The wednesday Club, Artists displays on front sidewalk.

JUN. 1 – JUN. 30 NGOZI EXHIBITIONReservoir Mansion, 100 Concert Drive, Harrisburg

MORE ART IN THE COMMUNITY

ARTIST/SUPPORTER:lauren ActonMark Allisonlawrence Berger-knorrBetty lou BoseMegan Bremerlinda A. CentrePiety Choilee Cohenlee CordesTeresa DeSeveJudy M. DoschRaymond FoglemanErich FranzR. Neil Gruberlou Ann HallChristina Heintzelman-Joneslyle Heisslauren HickokPhilip HuberErnest H. kepnerMike lauriakay layneJeff MathisonJeanne MckinneyJohn T. Meehan IIIkathleen Muffie-wittAmy RichardsonTerry l. RobinsonHope Sandersvalerie SchaefferJudith SenCharlotte ShroyerRebecca SmithRuth TerrillDale TraupmanDoris valdezAlissa walshDon weaverHelena wrzos

PROMOTER:Dr. John w. Maynard

PATRON:Ron and Ruth Barricklinda A. HallDonna CarskadonDonnamarie H. FreedmanMr. and Mrs. Thomas kingThe Paper lion Gallery

FRIEND:C. Ted and kelly lickElsie Swenson

SPONSOR:Darren lloyd Shaw

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SANDY ASKEY ADAMS’ painting “Quietude on the Brandywine, Delaware,” was accepted in the first “PaintAmerica Top 100” competition, as well as three additional works selected for the second Top 100, and a miniature for the Top 50 mini-competition. The paintings can be viewed at PaintAmerica.org. She also was recently elected to Juried Associate Member of the Pastel Society of America, and Signature Artist Member of the Maryland Pastel Society.

JOHN BENIGNO had three of his photographs from his Laurel Hill Project acquired by the Historical Society of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia for its Archives.

RUTH BERNARD was recently featured in an article in Arts and Antiques magazine. She also had exhibitions at Lynden Gallery in November, Elizabethtown and Hershey-Philbin, Camp Hill, in February.

FLEUR BYERS’ street scene “Dark Reflections,” was included in the Members’ Juried Exhibition at the Wayne Art Centre, Wayne, PA, this past fall. Her etching “Questions,” was shown at the Susquehanna Art Museum’s “Il Neige au Soleil” show in November and December. She and her daughter Diane participated in an exhibit called “All in the Family” at York Art Association in January.

CLAIRE GIBLIN exhibited at the Lancaster Museum of Art in a solo show in January. She also recently exhibited with JMS Gallery in Philadelphia and the Doshi Gallery at Susquehanna Art Museum.

FREDERICK HAAG and PHYLLIS DISHER FREDERICKS exhibited at Studio Gallery 234 in York, PA from January through March 15.

CORINNA JABLONSKI exhibits her paintings, drawings, cast glass figures and puppets at Jupi’s Art Gallery in Camp Hill from through April 5.

PHILIP LINDSEY exhibited his “Glimpses of the Garden: Allegories of Faith and Love,” from February 27 through March 26 in Wilson College’s Bogigian Gallery, Chambersburg.

JO ANN NEAL showed her Afrocentric and Geometric Art at the Gallery at Walnut Place, Harrisburg, in February.

MERLE REIVICH, our Mexican member artist, had her painting “Sandias con Musica” chosen as the symbol for the Seventh Binational Health Week, which was innaugurated in Los Angeles in October 2007. The painting was reproduced as murals, posters, and folders which will be shown in the Mexican Consulates throughout

the US and Canada. Three of her miniatures were accepted in the Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers Society of Washington, DC, in November.

BLAIR SEITZ has recently released a new book entitled Pennsylvania Yesterday and Today, published by Voyageur Press, St.Paul, MI. This is Blair’s twentieth book about Pennsylvania. For ordering and more information about Blair’s photography and books, visit BlairSeitz.com. Blair now lives in Millville, NJ.

ALEXIS SNYDER, former AAH intern, exhibited her paintings at Hershey Philbin Associates in Camp Hill in January. Her show, titled “Examining the Everyday,” was made up of observational paintings and responses thru arrangements of still life and landscape.

DALE TRAUPMAN was the featured artist for March at Chestnut House in Lancaster.

WENDY WEYANT presented her ceramics at the Perry County Council of the Arts in Newport in February.

ALLISON ZUCKERMAN is the recipient of The Art Association of Harrisburg Membership Award as a result of her top quality portfolio in the Scholastic Art Competition presented by The Patriot News.

SANDIAS CON MUSICA BY MERlE REIvICH, wAS FEATuRED TO PROMOTE THE SEvENTH BINATIONAl HEAlTH wEEk.

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AdvancedGlazing Techniques(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Sculpture Studio, 6 weeks)

Students who are confident in pottery via hand-building or wheel-throwing will learn exciting methods of mixing and applying glazes. The focus of the class will be on the technical aspects to formulate, document and achieve consistent results in personally-unique glazes. Students are encouraged to pursue individual areas of interest in specific glaze types and techniques, and prior basic glaze experience is preferred. Email the instructor with questions at jht911@att.net.

Instructor: James Turban$80.00 | July 16–Aug. 20 | wednesdays, 6–8:30 pm

Clay Sculpture(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Sculpture Studio, 6 weeks)

This class is a basic exploration of water clay sculpture, beginning with a history of water clay and its make-up, as well as the handling, care and use of it in clay sculpture. Students will explore the vocabulary, design, firing, mounting and finishes in a completed project.

Instructor: louis Gatling$80.00 | July 14–Aug.18 | Mondays, 7–9pm

Pottery Using the Wheel*

(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Painting Studio, 6 weeks)

This course is an introduction to the use of the potter’s wheel as well as glazing and alternative finishing techniques. Clay, glazing and firing costs are included. Additional clay is $10 per bag. No new students will be accepted after the second week of class.

Instructor: James Turban | $80.00July 14–Aug.18 | Mondays, 6:30–9pm July 15–Aug. 19 | Tuesdays, 6:30–9pmJuly 17–Aug.21 | Thursdays, 6:30–9pm July 19–Aug.23 | Saturdays, 9:30–11:30am* Maximum 5 students

Soft Stone Carving Workshop*(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Sculpture Studio, 6 weeks)

This class welcomes anyone who wants to try stone carving! Each student will work on his/her own sculpture in a manageable stone, probably Italian alabaster. Background information will be given on understanding contemporary sculpture and development of skills including designing, carving, rasping, polishing and finishing your sculpture. Students will meet with the instructor prior to the first class so that a stone and the few required tools can be purchased.

DRAWINGBasic Drawing(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

This course develops creativity through basic drawing skills. Emphasizing observation, exercises in pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, ink and pastels will be offered. Students will be encouraged to keep a sketchbook and all levels of experience are welcome.

Instructor: Maaike Heitkonig Hickok$60.00 | July 14–Aug.18 | Mondays, 7–9pm

Portraiture(Ages 19 through Adult, AAH 3rd Floor, 6 weeks)

A tangible course in portrait drawing, focusing on capturing a likeness as well as mood. Composition, light, shadow and form will be discussed. Charcoal, both vine and compressed, and pastels are recommended. Students may also enjoy working in ink, watercolor or oil paints. All levels of ability are welcome.

Instructor: kimberly Stone$60.00 | July 16–Aug. 20 | wednesdays, 7–9pm

Life Study Workshop(Adult Members Only, AAH Third Floor, 6 weeks)

A workshop for practicing artists workingfrom nude models in warm-up poses fromone to twenty minutes, and a single onehour pose. Artists may work in any medium. No instruction will be given. All registrants must be members of the Art Association, with Artist Membership $40 paid annually. The membership fee must be paid with a separate check.

Monitor: Julie Dlugolecki$45.00 | July 16–Aug. 21 | Thursdays, 7–9:30pm

CERAMICS & SCULPTUREBeginning Pottery(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Pottery Studio, 6 weeks)

Recommended for those who have never participated in a clay class, students will learn to build with clay using coil, slab and free-form techniques. Clay, glazing and firing coasts are included. Additional clay may be purchased at $10 per bag.

Instructor: Sean Gray$80.00 | July 14–Aug.18 | Mondays, 6–8:30pm

Instructor: Jim Youngman$90.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays,10am–12:30pm* Maximum 5 students

Introduction to Sculpture Using Wood & Metal*

(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Sculpture Studio, 6 weeks)

This class will begin with a review of significant works of the 20th century, including works by louise Nevelson and Richard Serra. The first half of the class will focus on wood and the second, metal. Artwork will be made from found objects, as well as materials provided by the instructor, with additional materials being purchased by the students from a provided list. wood selection, paints and stains, cutting, carving and sanding, ferrous and non-ferrous materials, cold weld adhesion, shaping and forming metal will be explored. Each student will sketch ideas, study models for review and produce two final sculptures (one wood and one metal) during the course. All levels of interest are welcome.

Instructor: Richard Gribble$90.00 (Includes tool fee) | July 17–Aug. 21 Thursdays, 6–8:30pm* Maximum 5 students

PAINTING & MIXED MEDIABasic Oil Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH 3rd Floor, 6 weeks)

For students who want to learn basic oil painting techniques, this class starts with the initial drawing and works up to the finished product. Color mixing and varied use of media are included in the lesson plan. This class is designed for both the beginner and those who paint casually. Please call for a supply list.

Instructor: Julie Dlugolecki$60.00 | July 14–Aug. 18 | Mondays, 7–9pm

Basic Acrylic Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Third Floor, 6 weeks)

This course will instruct students in the basic techniques of acrylic painting on canvas, using still-life arrangements and clothed figure models as subject matter.

Instructor: kathy Busillo$60.00 | July 15–Aug. 19 | Tuesdays, 7–9pm

Basic Watercolor(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH lower level) 6 weeks)

Students will receive basic watercolor technique instruction, including paper and color selection, sketching, the importance of design and drawing, washes, handling of color, and how to be in control of the medium. Students will work from photos, still-lifes and sketches. Demonstrations will be included. Experienced students may

use this class to expand their skills and may work independently.

Instructor: Dick Michaelian$60.00 | July 15–Aug. 19 | Tuesdays, 6–8pm

Depicting Wildlife & Domestic Animals(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

Plants, animals, insects, fish, fowl and reptiles – using these as subject matter, students will learn about improving composition, drawing and color. Students will be able to work in the medium of their choice.

Instructor: Don Phillips$60.00 | July 14–Aug. 18 | Mondays, 7–9:30pm

Landscape Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, Outdoors, 6 weeks)

Students will explore “plein-air” painting as well as nature-inspired studio work, and will also work directly in nature to influence individual creativity. Please bring a portable easel and painting materials. The first class meets at the Art Association.

Instructor: John David wissler $60.00 | July 19–Aug.23 | Saturdays,10am–12:30pm

Painting the Figure Outdoors Workshop(Ages 15 through Adult)

In the tradition of Sorolla, Sargent and Prendergast, paint the figure en plein air to bring extra life to your landscapes. we will paint the clothed/costumed figure in the morning session of the class, keeping in mind the changing light of the outdoors. This will prepare you for the afternoon session where we will paint a local scene while adding in the figures of passers-by. You will need to work somewhat quickly as most people will not hang around long enough to get a detailed image down on your canvas. Some experience painting outdoors is helpful, but not required.

Class will meet at AAH and then move to the painting location. we will break for a half hour lunch before moving on to the afternoon session. Please bring enough canvas or boards to do several paintings with sizes no larger than 16x20” or smaller than 8x10”. Call the Art Association for a supply list.

Instructor: kathy Busillo$100.00 for each one day workshopSaturday, June 28, 10am–4:30pmSaturday, August 23, 10am–4:30pm

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Clay for Kids(Ages 8–12, Reservoir Park Pottery Studio, 6 weeks)

An introduction to creating with clay. The basic techniques and process will be covered with the main goal being a fun, positive experience for students. Glazing, firing and clay costs are included in the tuition.

Instructor: lilly winger$75.00 | July 19–Aug.23 | Saturdays, 9–10:30am

Fantasy Art(Ages 10 through Adult, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

This class is for anyone who has an interest in drawing and/or painting fantasy-themed artwork like dragons, elves, castles, heroes, villains or anything else that you can think of. The main focus of the class is not to teach drawing, but to help expand imaginations and reinforce

REFUNDSNo refunds are given for any class after the semester begins. To request a transfer, please contact the AAH office at 717–236–1432 no later than the second week of class.

SUPPLIESAll registered students will be sent a confirmation and supply lists for any class where needed. Please come to class prepared.

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Drawing and Painting for Kids(Ages 5–7, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

Children will learn how to draw using pencils, pens, scratch-board and charcoal. we will then move on to painting, exploring color and composition. The cost of all supplies is included in the tuition.Instructor: Nelly Smith$70.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays, 11:30am–12:30pm

Junior Drawing & Painting(Ages 8–10, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

Explore various types of media including pencil, pastel, watercolor and tempera. Subject matter will include wildlife, landscape, portraits and still life, as well as ideas from the imagination. Traditional principles of art and personal expression will be emphasized in class lessons. Each project lasts 1–2 class periods. The cost of all supplies is included in the tuition.

Instructor: Nelly Smith $70.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays, 1–2pm

CHILDREN’S COURSESArt for Kids(Ages 5–7, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

This class explores art using a variety of media. lessons are cumulative and students will be encouraged to use ideas they have learned from previous lessons. Each class includes a warm-up, lesson, and a project. The cost of all supplies is included in the tuition.

Instructor: Nelly Smith$70.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays, 10–11am

Painting for Teens (Ages 10–15, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

This class will teach young people to create a composition on a canvas board, mix pigments and paint using acrylics. The cost of all supplies is included in the tuition.

Instructor: Jane McCarter$80.00 | July 15–Aug. 19 | Tuesdays, 6–7:30pm

the development of individual style for beginner to intermediate artists. Please feel free to bring a sketchbook and an open mind.

Instructor: Courtland Murray$70.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays, 1–3pm

Cartoons & Comics(Ages 10 through Adult, AAH lower level, 6 weeks)

This course is geared towards those of us who read the comics first! Students will explore creating characters, writing and illustrating short stories and much more. All ages are welcome, especially older “kids at heart”. Please come prepared the first week of class with a drawing pad, pencils and black markers (color optional).

Instructor: Randy Miller III$60.00 | July 19–Aug. 23 | Saturdays, 10am–Noon

BECOME AN AAH MEMBEROnce you register as an AAH member you will find there are many opportunities to get involved in the arts community and great benefits such as:

Sales opportunities through exhibitions, on site and in the community. Members receive discounts on entry fees.

Various modes of representation through referral, the sales gallery and a website link with AAH.

Network with the AAH quarterly newsletter, invitations to shows and events. The Art Association building is also available to rent for receptions and meetings.

Members can get involved by being eligible for election to the Board of Directors and patron members are acknowledged in AAH publications.

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CLASS FEE CLASS FEE

Advanced Glazing Techniques $80 kids Drawing & Painting (ages 5–7) $70

Art for kids $70 landscape Painting $60

Basic Acrylic Painting $60 life Study workshop $45

Basic Drawing $60 Metal and wood Sculpture $80

Basic Oil Painting $60 Painting for Teens $80

Basic watercolor $60 Plein Air Figure workshop (6/28) $100

Beginning Pottery $80 Plein Air Figure workshop (8/23) $100

Cartoons & Comics $60 Potraiture $680

Clay for kids $80 Pottery/wheel (Mondays) $80

Clay Sculpture $80 Pottery/wheel (Tuesdays) $80

Depicting wildlife $60 Pottery/wheel (Thursdays) $80

Fantasy Art $70 Pottery/wheel (Saturdays) $80

Jr. Drawing & Painting (ages 8–10) $70 Soft Stone Carving $80

Mail check, money order or credit card information to:

Art Association of Harrisburg21 North Front StreetHarrisburg, PA 17101

There will be a $25 fee for returned checks. Receipt ofthis form indicates agreement with terms and conditions.

Scholarships available based on financial need.

Class fill quickly – Register now! To reserve a space, payment is due in full.

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it’s not too late to sign up for the Spring semester!Children’s Classes Start the Week of April 14.

Art for kids, Junior Drawing and Painting,Drawing and Painting for kids, Clay for kids,Cartooning, Fantasy Art(Plus twenty one adult classes to choose from!)

Make your Spring sparkle with a class at the AAH.

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