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AGELESS CREATIVITY AWARD 2012GEORGE PAPPAS“The First Sixty Years”DURANTE GALLERYOctober 12 – December 14Opening Reception: Friday, October 12, 2012, 5:30 – 7:30 pmRSVP required: 941.383.2345 or lbkca@ringling.edu

Longboat Key Center for the Arts is proud to honor George Pappas with our 4th annual “Ageless Creativity” Award along with an exhibition of his artwork.

ABOUT THE ARTIST:GEORGE PAPPAS earned his B.S. form the Massachusetts College of Art, an M.A. with study at M.I.T and Harvard University and a doctorate in education from Penn State University. In his 40 years as an artist and educator, Mr. Pappas has held teaching positions at Northern Iowa University, Penn State University and the University of South Florida. His paintings have been exhibited throughout the United States in over 150 juried exhibitions including the Corcoran Biennial, Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He has had over 60 one-person exhibitions in museums and galleries.In 2011, The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art acquired Double Trouble, 2002, the first painting in the Ringling Museum’s permanent collection of noted Florida artists. His work is represented by Allyn Gallup Contemporary Art in Sarasota, Clayton Galleries in Tampa and Arts on Douglas Gallery in New Smyrna Beach.

Ageless Creativity Lecture and Gallery Tour Saturday, November 3rd, 2012

2 – 4 pm

Join George Pappas as he discusses his history as an artist and educator, his travels and inspirations. Small reception will follow.

RSVP required: 941.383.2345 or lbkca@ringling.edu

AGELESS CREATIVITY

“Empty Vestment” George Pappas

George Pappas in his studio

A MIGHTY LIGHT FLIGHTDURANTE GALLERYDustin Juengel, 2008 Alumnus, Ringling CollegeMark Humphrey, 2004 Alumnus, Ringling College

LIGHTY MIGHT FLYCULTURAL MEDIA ROOM Ringling College and New College students curated by Juengel and Humphrey

July 10 – October 5Reception for the Artists: Friday, September 21, 2012, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

RSVP required: 941.383.2345 or lbkca.ringling.edu

EXHIBITIONS

OVERLOOKEDCULTURAL MEDIA ROOM Scott Prather, 2012 Illustration Alumnus, Ringling CollegeStefan Jennings Batista, 2011 Photography Alumnus, Ringling College

October 12 – December 14Opening Reception: Friday, October 12, 5:30 – 7:30 pm

RSVP required: 941.383.2345 or lbkca@ringling.edu

“Bicycle” Scott Prather

Soul Speak PoetryWriting Master Class $100 (2- classes)Justin SpringOctober, 19 - 20, 1 – 3 pm

Course Description: Students will learn about the intuitive, spontaneous creation of written and oral narrative poems. You will learn simple intuitive techniques that will allow you to create written and/or spoken poems spontaneously and without forethought.

Painting the Florida Landscape Painting Master Class $120 (2- classes)Tony Rich November 9 - 10, 1 – 4 pm

Course Description: The unique qualities of the land, water and sky in Florida create both opportunities and challenges for the outdoor painter. This workshop will focus on approaches for capturing these opportunities through design considerations and painting techniques. Weather permitting, the workshop will be held outdoors on Longboat Key. In case of rain, students will work in the studio. Go to www.ringling.edu/lbkca for a supply list.

SHIFT! – A Right Brain Drawing Exercise Drawing Master Class $50 Melissa MuddNovember 17, 1 – 4 pm

Course Description:This Master Class workshop is designed for individuals with little or no drawing experience. Learning to draw is a matter of “shifting” your perception or seeing things differently. In this course, you will be taken through a series of exercises that will strengthen your ability to visualize and capture what you see onto a piece of paper. You will leave this workshop having a better sense of communicating through your drawing that ultimately will boost your creativity and confidence. Supplies will be provided.

MASTER CLASSES

For instructor bios, go to www.ringling.edu/lbkca

“Three Trees” Tony Rich

2D Open Studio $20 per day

Studio: Studio B, Bdg 30011am – 4pm | Every Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, October through DecemberCall 941.383.2345 to reserve your space Jewelry Open Studio $40 per day

Studio: Studio A, Bdg 400Tuesdays, 1 – 4 pmNovember 6 and 13December 4 and 11Monitor: Ed Brickman

Figure Open Sketch $20 per day

Studio: Studio 1, Bdg 300 $75 for 4-datesFridays, 11 am – 2 pmOctober 5, 12, 19, 26November 2, 9, 16, 30 December 7, 14Monitor: Karen Geck

Whenever possible we encourage all students to register in advance.

OPEN STUDIOS

MEMBERSHIP

Since December 3, 1952 LBKCA has provided the Longboat Key community an array of unique artistic experiences including art classes and workshops, lectures, exhibitions, and a variety of special events.

As we celebrate 60 years of creativity, we ask for your support to continue our mission of providing quality artistic and cultural programming for the residents of Longboat Key and beyond.

Please help us preserve and protect this valuable resource by considering becoming a member. Memberships begin at $100.

PHONE: 941.383.2345

WEB: Visit www.ringling.edu/lbkca, print a registration form and mail to:

Longboat Key Center for the Arts6860 Longboat Drive SouthLongboat Key, FL 34228

FAX: Fax your registration form to 941.383.7915

IN PERSON: Tuesday through Saturday, 11 am – 5 pm

More detailed information about our registration policies, programs and events by going to our website www.ringling.edu/lbkca

For questions or inquiries: lbkca@ringling.edu

HOW TO REGISTER

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