Hi MCS Members,
Some things don't change, time keeps flying by. It's hard to believe it's almost February. Our meeting on February 5th is a Work Day from 9:00 to 2:30pm. So bring whatever project you want to begin, continue or complete. The choice is yours. Remember to bring lunch and the chance to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow artists. Looking for inspiration? We will be exhibiting at the Downers Grove Library in the Spring and will need artwork for that event.
The Midwest Collage Society is a venue that promotes opportunities for sharing, encouraging and empowering each other to develop our creative abilities. Thank you all for your participation in our meetings and exhibits. A special Thank You to members of the MCS Board for the time and effort they put forth to keep us a viable organization.
Take care,
Nancy Castner
President
MEETINGS
February 5th Workday, 9am - 2:30
Bring whatever you want to work on and have the opportunity to visit with other members.
Mary Warner will be making Cards with Iris Folding. She has plenty of materials if you care to learn how it’s done or to make a couple of your own. Bring scotch tape and scissors.
Note, however, that she might not arrive until 10!
March 5th Make Boho Beads with Chris Jacobson
Here’s an example of some Boho beads to make at our March meeting. You might want to look for some interesting beads or charms to add to the main body. These are great things to add to journals and hand-made books.
Need for a new Education Chairperson in April to set up programs for 6 meetings in May, June, October, November, and March and April of 2024.
For the other 6 months of the year our schedule has no meetings in January and July, February and August are work meetings, September is usually dropped because of the retreat and December is our Holiday Party.
Contact Nancy Castner if you can step up to the job!
EXHIBITS
Enigma
Downers Grove Library
April 4 to May 1
Prospectus due Saturday, March 25
Drop off - Saturday, April 1
Pick up - Saturday, May 6
We are hoping every member will submit at least one piece. You can submit up to 4 pieces, understanding that we can hang only what there is space for.
Your entry form needs to be filled out and emailed to Achristy0901@gmail.com no later than March 25 the sooner the better.
Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery
October 2023
FALL 2023 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)
Save the date for the 2023 Fall Creative Retreat.
Wednesday, September 27 through Sunday, October 1, 2023.
Information and registration forms will be available in April.
MEMBERS
Kathy Schonauer illustrated a book for Inner Peace Press and it came out last month. Written by her twin daughters, Harmony Meets the World, is the first book in a series of 12 chapter books for kids. If you have time, please check it out at: www.harmonymeetstheworld.com
Saturday, February 18, 2023, from 1 to 4 pm.
Addison Center for the Arts, 213 N. Lombard Rd., Addison, IL 60101 630-458-4500
Gallery Hours: WED - SAT, 1 to 4 PM.
Gallery Hours: WED - SAT, 1 to 4 PM.
Laura Lein-Svencner is exhibiting two of her Collages at the Naperville Heritage Society.
You are invited to a reception celebrating Inspiring Curiosity – an exhibit in collaboration with the Naperville Art League. This exhibition features the works of art by League members inspired by the theme of curiosity.
Tuesday, January 31, 2023You are invited to a reception celebrating Inspiring Curiosity – an exhibit in collaboration with the Naperville Art League. This exhibition features the works of art by League members inspired by the theme of curiosity.
Exhibit tours & refreshments: 5:00-7:00 pm. Remarks: 5:45 pm
Naper Settlement – Pre-Emption House
523 S. Webster Street
Naperville, IL 60540
Please RSVP by January 24 to: nsrsvp@naperville.il.us or 630-305-3535
Artwork will be on exhibit until April 7th.
Paper Treasures at Indian Prairie Public Library Register with the Library
Color Design Printing and Collage Register with DPD
Online Classes in Collage, Book Arts and More head on over to Lonecrow Studio Register online.
