Hi MCS Members,
Saturday was a beautiful Spring Day with all the daffodils blooming and so many other plants peeking out to catch the sunshine. Gardens will be in full bloom before long. Hurray!
Bonnie Jaswith wowed us with the 'Box within a box within a box within a box' at our April meeting. Thank you Bonnie for showing us the many possibilities of this project.
We also held election of Officers with the following results:
President - Nancy Castner
Vice President -Tania Blanco
Treasurer - Andrea Fox
Communications - Joan Lucht
Membership - Cherie Denton
Exhibits until 12/31/22 Adrienne Austin and Joan Lucht Beginning 1/1/23 Chris Jacobsen
Creativity Retreat - Margi Hafer
Education - Mary Warner
Thank you to the MCS members for serving on the board for the 2022-2023 Season. You are appreciated.
Plan to attend the Festive Reception and Poetry Reading at the Downers Grove Library on April 29th from 7:00-8:30pm. Refreshment donations should arrive at 6:30.
On May 1st, Julie Mars will show us an exciting twist for our collage masterpieces using beads and other ephemera.
Take care,
Nancy Castner
President
MEMBERSHIP
Membership renewals for the 2022-2023 year were due April 1st. If you haven't already done so, mail your application and check to Cherie Denton or pay at the May meeting. Membership is required to participate in MCS exhibits.Cherie Denton,
WORLD COLLAGE DAY Make collage on May 14 to celebrate our passion!
MEETINGS
May 1 noon-2:30pm Presentation and workshop by Julie Mars
Julie Mars will present a workshop for the MCS May meeting. Her passion is creating bead mosaics on canvas, panels, salvaged glassware, and other objects. Her work evolved out of an interest in environmentalism and upcycling. In the 90's she began embellishing single-serving juice bottles to make a series of colorful bottle tree fruits. She scours thrift stores, flea markets and Ebay for large scale items to make into extraordinary bead mosaic artworks.Julie will provide beads, some votive jars, and adhesives. Please bring table coverings and your enthusiasm to the meeting.
June 5 noon-2:30pm Artist Gai Moodie will take us through her process of making mini collages for cards.
July No Meeting
August 7 9am-2:30pm Work day
September 11 noon-2:30pm Discussion of elements of art as we critique some of our own work
October No Meeting Retreat October 5-9
November 6 noon-2:30pm Making of a small beaded gift book
December 4 noon-2:30pm Holiday Party
Stay connected with the meetings by also checking the Calendar in the Side Bar.
EXHIBITS 2022
Awakening closes May 1, 2022
Reception and Poetry Reading April 29, 7:00 to 8:30
Nancy Swingle is organizing the refreshments for our reception at the Downers Grove Library. We are now able to bring goodies, either homemade or store bought. Please email Nancy at nancyswingle@yahoo.com with your contribution and plan to bring it at 6:30.
Only 5 people have responded and we could have up to 60 guests.
Thanks so much, in advance, for your help. It will be a great evening!
Pickup Saturday, May 7 from 10am until 12pm
Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery
September 8, 2022 through October 15, 2022
The gallery requires a theme so let your "Imagination Run Wild" for this exhibit.
Don't let the distance to this gallery stop you. We will arrange for art to be delivered.
Batavia Library
November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022
Lucky Penny Diner has a new owner. The Naperville Art League is now in charge of exhibits and will be contacted for a possible date for our fundraiser.
Fall 2022 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)
Please save the dates of October 5-9, 2022 at Camp Alexander Mack.
This year's retreat expands by offering registrations to our members plus artists including painters, sculptors, photographers, writers, and musicians. Couples are also invited to register, but will have private housing at the camp.
Please save the dates of October 5-9, 2022 at Camp Alexander Mack.
This year's retreat expands by offering registrations to our members plus artists including painters, sculptors, photographers, writers, and musicians. Couples are also invited to register, but will have private housing at the camp.
This 5 day retreat allows for time to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow artists as you create your art and learn from other artists in a beautiful setting and relaxed "no pressure" atmosphere. Workshops and demonstrations will be available, however all activities are optional and meant to enhance your retreat experience. Masks will not be required at the camp this year, due to changes in COVID rules.
Anyone with questions about the “Retreat” and registrants interested in offering a demonstration, workshop, or special entertainment during the retreat please email Margi Hafer at: margihafer@yahoo.com
Anyone with questions about the “Retreat” and registrants interested in offering a demonstration, workshop, or special entertainment during the retreat please email Margi Hafer at: margihafer@yahoo.com
The Retreat Registration form is attached to this newsletter.
Retreat Registrations may be given to Andrea Fox at the May 1st MCS meeting or Margi Hafer at the June 6th
MCS meeting, or mail your camp registration to: Margi Hafer, 20711 Hunt Club. Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423
The cost of "Early Bird" Retreat Registration (submitted or mailed on or before July 31,2022) is $270 includes 11 meals and four nights accommodations. The cost of Retreat Registration (submitted after July 31,2022) is $295.
Please share Retreat information with your friends and fellow artists.
Retreat Registrations may be given to Andrea Fox at the May 1st MCS meeting or Margi Hafer at the June 6th
MCS meeting, or mail your camp registration to: Margi Hafer, 20711 Hunt Club. Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423
The cost of "Early Bird" Retreat Registration (submitted or mailed on or before July 31,2022) is $270 includes 11 meals and four nights accommodations. The cost of Retreat Registration (submitted after July 31,2022) is $295.
Please share Retreat information with your friends and fellow artists.
EXHIBIT OPPORTUNITIES
Constructed Visions IV
St. Louis Artists Guild, July 1 - August 6
Entry deadline May 28
See attachment for details.
Crossed Connections A juried art exhibition and sale
TLD Design Center & Gallery May 7 - June 4, 2022
26 E. Quincy Street
Westmont, IL 60559
Westmont Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm
SEEKING ARTWORK IN THE FOLLOWING MEDIUMS:
Ceramics, Collage, Fiber Art, Garments, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Needlework, Paintings, Photography, Quilts, Sculpture, Tapestries
The exhibit prospectus and digital entry process may be accessed at our secure website: https://www.
TLD Design Center & Gallery May 7 - June 4, 2022
26 E. Quincy Street
Westmont, IL 60559
Westmont Gallery Hours: Wednesday - Saturday 11:00am - 6:00pm
SEEKING ARTWORK IN THE FOLLOWING MEDIUMS:
Ceramics, Collage, Fiber Art, Garments, Glass, Jewelry, Mixed Media, Needlework, Paintings, Photography, Quilts, Sculpture, Tapestries
The exhibit prospectus and digital entry process may be accessed at our secure website: https://www.
MEMBERS
Tania Blanco and Jennifer Hereth have a close connection with Ukraine and have co-curated a benefit exhibition: Ukraine Crisis: The World is on the Move. A benefit reception will be held Saturday May 21, 2022, 2-5 pm at Addison Center For the Arts 233 N. Lombard Rd, Addison, IL 60101
Exhibit dates: May 6 to June 18, 2022. Gallery Hours WED-SAT 1-4 pm.
Donations independent of the reception can be made to United Ukrainian Relief Committee and mailed to Addison Center for the Arts, 233 N. Lombard Rd., Addison, IL 60101
Laura Lein Svencner has many online classes. Check out what she has to offer.
