"Memory" Mayslake Peabody Estate-Midwest Collage Society

Midwest Collage Society members will be presenting a Exhibit "Memory" at Maylake Peabody Estate, 1717 W. 31st Oak Brook IL 60532, January 12th-March 6th 2010. Opening Reception Saturday Jan. 16th, 4-6 pm Closing Reception Saturday Mar 6th 1-3pm.

Along with this exhibit there will be a
Collage Workshop offered to interested indiviuals,
"The Intuitive Process of Collage"
Workshop will be held at

Mayslake Peabody Estate
1717 W. 31st Street
Oak Brook IL 60523
630-206-9566
www.mayslakepeabody.com

Workshop Description:

The Intuitive Process of Collage
The art form of collage is an intuitive process of concealing and revealing, adding and subtracting until you reach a desired image. Students will learn the fundamentals of collage, design skills and the opportunity for new spontaneity as they explore exciting collage techniques. We will cover the proper techniques, adhesives and materials for the fine art of collage. Both those new to collage and people with previous experience will benefit from this workshop as it is designed to engage any level of interest. Each participant is ensured to come away inspired. Day one will be about creating individual unique collage papers, coating them with polymer medium to prepare for the tack iron process. Day two consists of exercises in compositional layouts; images transfer techniques and exploring the intuitive process of creativity in their collage artwork. Please note the collage workshop is set up on two separate Saturdays to give working individuals the opportunity to participate in this Collage workshop.

Collage Instructor: Laura Lein-Svencner- Award winning National Artist, Teacher and Demonstrator, member of the National Collage Society, LaGrange Art League, Naperville Art League, co founder of the Midwest Collage Society.

Dates: Saturday Feb 20th 9-4pm
Saturday Feb 27th 9-4pm

Fee $185.00 Check made out to Forest Preserve District Dupage County or pay by credit card (Visa/Master/Discover)
Plus a $20.00 packet/supply fee collect on Feb 20th by instructor day one.
Check made out to: Laura Lein-Svencner or cash.
Call to reserve you space in the workshop: (630)206-9566

Students supply list:
Workshop Participates are asked to bring a brown back lunch and drink, wear comfortable cloths, bring an apron to wear.
Coffee and small snacks will be served.
All other supplies will be provided for the workshop.

Camp Mack Photos

Camp Mack and more photos

Last Meeting of 2009 Dec 6th

Dear MCS Members,

Our next meeting will be Dec 6th, from 1-4pm at the Darien Municipal Center, 1710 Plainfield Road. We will be having our annual Pot Luck holiday lunch with treats, You may like to bring a Gift exchange or a small handmade art piece wrapped. Discussion about exhibiting and selling our work and brainstorming for the 2010 year. Postcards will be passed out at this meeting for the Memory Exhibit at Mayslake Peabody Estates so be sure to be there to pick up you postcards.

MCS President Tania Blanco is exhibiting in ArtFest Holiday Open House

ARTFEST HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
an art show among friends


When: Friday, November 13th 5pm to 9pm, Saturday, November 14th 10am to 4pm

Where: 745 Chesterfield Dr. in Naperville. (off Naper Blvd. between Chicago Av. and 75th Street. Turn west on Chesterfield one block south of Greentrails Drive

Who: Eight talented local artists showcasing artwork in all medias

Meg Bandyk: Fused glass and silver clay jewelry/ceramics
Tania Blanco: Mixed media/collage/ small works
Susan Borghesi: Clay sculpture/ornaments/ cement crosses
Kris Cromwell: Oil and acrylic on canvas/mixed media surfaces
Debbie Egizio: Whimsical mixed media mini art/ornaments
Nancy Gelband: Acrylic on canvas/hand painted garden pots
Debra Morse: Shimmerbling/cool accessories
Michael Taylor: Mixed media collage

One of a kind unique artwork in all price ranges for holiday gift giving!

Refreshments served!

Cash or check only please!

Your support of local art and artists is appreciated!!

For further info. contact: Nancy Gelband 630-416-7670

Camp Mack 3 days of creative bliss~

Camp Mack or bust... about 20 or so collage artists are heading or third Collage retreat together more details after we all get back. We would like this to be an annual events for MCS members and non members.

Info on Camp Mack,

Hi Ladies,

I couldn't help but need to know what to bring for the collage retreat. How about you?

I will bring my pc140 copier with some hp papers so if we need to make copies we have that till the toner goes out and then I'll put a donation bowl out.
I'll bring my usual supplies
I do have a CD player and CD's I'll bring that.

Just got off the phone with Pat Pope.

ideas

Bring a blanket to lay on and then a sheet or a sleeping bag as the beds are not soft. I think I'll bring a few top sheets so I can tuck them in and be save for size all the way around. Make sure you bring a pillow too.


But this is the list she has on the paper.

Casual Clothing
Over night necessities,
pillow and towels, robe extra....(No hotel bath stuff there)
Umbrella,
Sleeping bag or bedding most of the beds are twin or double
Bottled water and snacks. No alcohol on camp grounds. (Only water is from the bathrooms)
Projects you wish to work on supplies books dvd-(tv's are old though) Music CD that inspire
Creativity or teach a technique and enthusiasm to create.

There is a microwave and small kitchen are by the upstairs bedding area,

We do need someone to bring coffee, cream and sugar, in dry form thanks... and maybe some filters. If you want bring your own tea too.
How about your own coffee cup.
popcorn if you like
and don't forget you camera and batteries etc,

Extension cords but there are a lot of outlets Pat said.

I'll bring my hair dryer and tack irons plus my extension cords. but if you use the tack iron technique you may want to bring your own too.

there are alot of tables there so we are set.

It's not camping out but it's not the hotel scene so we have to make it what we want... but the food is plentiful and good. I hear.

No smoking in the buildings please be respectful..

If you have any question after this email please contact Pat Pope at 630-852-2778

Looking forward to a great time together

There is still room for more collage people to come so please contact Pat Pope.

New Oct Meeting Field trip plans..

In view of the Marathon on Oct 11th, we will be postponing our trip to the Art Institute until Sunday Oct. 18 with the same basic plan as for this Sunday. Please pass this on to as many members as possibly.
TaniaMCS President.

OCTOBER MEETING
Sunday, October 11, 2009
We will take our annual field trip in October. This year, we’ll visit the Art Institute to see a Victorian collage exhibit and the new modern wing. We will meet at 10:00 a.m. at the Columbus Circle entrance to the Art Institute. Passes will be available for free entrance through various members. We encourage you to carpool or take a train. Parking is discounted before 10 a.m.More information to follow at the September meeting.