MEETINGS No July Meeting

IMPORTANT!  Refreshments are needed for the Norris reception on Saturday. See details below.

August 5th   9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Denise Laurin Donatelle, artist and instructor at Waubansee Community College will present a workshop on hand-made Japanese paper scrolls.

In the morning participants will have time to create an original 7.5” x 4.5” work of art using stamps, images, paper, a drawing, or Chinese ink painting techniques, (ink techniques will be demonstrated). This art should be lightweight paper under 80lb. Bring any materials you need to create the artwork. Prior to the workshop, you can make sketches. We will have about 1.5 hours to work up the design of the artwork. You have complete artistic control over what you would like to do! This art piece is the image around which the 16" scroll proportions are based. In the afternoon the Japanese scroll (kakemono) will be created using traditional scroll-making techniques. Denise will demonstrate Chinese or Japanese ink painting techniques which may be added to the scroll. Denise will provide proper adhesive, Washi paper (all other papers will be glued to this paper), wooden dowels and informative step-by-step hand-outs. 

See photo of sample scroll attached.

Materials List:

Participants should bring thin ribbon for hanging the scroll, a variety of four-six different colored and/or patterned papers. Use your eye to coordinate or contrast papers for the components of the scroll and to “frame” the artwork. Scrolls are typically composed of silk fabric, so if you prefer to use fabric (any type!), bring that along, too.

Paper Suppliers: 

Japanese handmade papers can be purchased at Mulberry Paper and More: 

https://www.mulberrypaperandmore.com/c-568-japanese-washi-conservation-paper.aspx

Dick Blick Art Supplies

The Paper Source

Misc. Supplies

Exacto blade knife, cutting surface, ruler, T-square; as well as pencils, stamps, images, and drawing/collage elements to create the central piece of original art for the scroll. Acrylic paint (optional: to paint rods; twigs about 3/8” in width work, too.) Denise will supply rods.

Wood glue

ADHESIVES:

Artist Tape for positioning

For Paper: Jade or Rhoplex bookbinder’s glue (no Elmer’s or Rubber Cement)

For Fabric: 3M Scotch Repositionable Mounting Adhesive (optional, and Denise will have some with her).

September NO MEETING

September 19-23 2018 ARTIST RETREAT 

We are getting closer and closer to our fabulous fall retreat and registration forms should now be completed with deposit sent to TANIA BLANCO 1263 Bainbridge Drive. NAPERVILLE, IL 60563.  Consider bringing a friend to this fun 5 days of creating with abandon.  To keep our prices affordable we need 23 participants. Don't delay and send your registration today.

Registration form 

October 7th  12- 2:30 p.m. Sandra Bacon will present a Workshop/Demonstration on GOLDEN ACRYLIC PRODUCTS There will be free samples and lots of new ideas she’ll share.
November 4th  12-2:30 p.m.Andrea Fox will present  a workshop on creating a “Flutter Book”.
December 2nd   12-2:30 p.m.MCS Annual Christmas Party

MCS EXHIBITS 

Congratulations to the winners!  

Norris Cultural Center Exhibit, Bits & Pieces

1st Place   Karen Sako

2nd Place  Judy Koessel

2nd Place  Nancy Savaiano Rosenberg

3rd Place   Joan Lucht

3rd Place   Chris Jacobsen

3rd Place   Mara Krumins

Honorable Mention:

     Rachelle Barmann

     Nancy Castner

     Mary Warner

     Cherylyn Gnadt

There is an amazing body of work presented at this exhibit and all members are congratulated and admired for their work.

The Judge's comments 

Bits & Pieces Reception 

Saturday, June 30, 1:30 to 3:30

Norris Cultural Center for the Arts
1040 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL 

PLEASE bring a small plate of refreshments to share for the Saturday reception!

Let Adrienne Austin know what you are bringing: rbrbtrfly@aol.com. Or call her at 630-355-7745.

Only  a few people have contacted her. Here is what is on her list:

Fruit tray

Veggie tray

Cucumber sandwiches

Cookies

Please plan to bring your wrappings to pick up your work after the reception.
If you cannot come, please arrange to have another member take your work for you!

Norris Art Gallery entering instructions.  Entrance is at DOOR 45. 
The Norris Art Gallery entrance is now at DOOR 45, which is around the corner to the left side of the NCAC. Just follow the signs. Parking is available in all of the parking lots as the high school is closed. Call  630-584-7200 if you need assistance in entering the gallery. 

Next MCS group show will be for the month of December at the Woodridge Public Library. We still need a title for that show. Forward your good ideas to Nancy Castner and Jocelyne Roy

MEMBERS 

Workshop and class by Laura Lein-Svencner 

Micro Mini's 2-Day Collage Workshop at Naperville Art League, 

This workshop allows you to learn how to create many pieces of small Art with great detail. 

Friday July 20th-Saturday July 21st, See Supply list  Call to register. Click here Flyer 

On-Line Class, Collage with an Iron, 

Learn how to create collage with an iron, using simple materials

and you home iron. See flyer attached. Class is held in 

an On-line Classroom in a Private blog with interaction with 

the instructor. Starts August 8th, runs for 4 weeks. Flyer Here   Register Here 

Please keep in mind that all members may submit news up to one week before each meeting. Send to Joan Lucht    joan.of.art33@gmail.com

Norris Winners

Midwest Collage Society Judging Form

Date: June 7, 2018 

Gallery or Art Center: Norris Art Gallery

Name of Judge:                                                

Susan Bartlett

Judge’s Bio:  _A botancil artist who works in the mediums of pencil and collage.  Most recently was the featured artist at the Nature Artists’ Guild at the Morton Arboretum.

JUDGING: (one 1^st place, two 2^nd place, three 3^rd place, four honorable mentions)

1st Place (artist) Karen Sako

Title: Remembrance

Comments: A striking piece from afar that depicts light versus darkness.  Upon looking closer the haunting colors have many hidden moments that are inspired by the texture of the paper and the strokes of color

2nd Place (artist)Judy Koessel

Title: Paper Rain/Alchemy

Comments:  Through the texture of the paper and the streams of cool color, this piece sparkles and shines with alluring movement.

2nd Place (artist) Nancy Savaiano Rosenberg

Title: Male Figure

Comments: Vivid colors that represent and capture the essence of a man.  The colors are layered on boldly with texture but show warmth and coolness.

3rd Place (artist) Joan Lucht

Title:  Resistance

Comments:  From the pattern of square (inside and out), the strings tightly hung, circles dancing across and splashes of vibrant colors, this piece is rich with movement.  It is aptly titled.

3rd Place (artist) Chris Jacobsen

Title: Serenity

Comments: This piece invokes serenity; the deep cool colors, the images of nature and a sense of music in the air.  The pieces are elegantly placed to convey that emotion.

3rd Place (artist) Mara Krumins

Title:  Forgotten Stories

Comments: This piece contains intriguing pieces of textured and printed paper that entices the view to look deep inside.

Honorable Mention (artist) Rachelle Barmann

Title: The Journey

Comments:  Vibrant colored panels with textured and squares that take the eye through a journey of brightness and darkness.

Honorable Mention (artist) Nancy Castner

Title: Inspire

Comments: Invokes a feeling of folk art through colors, paper and design.  This piece makes you smaile.

Honorable Mention (artist) Mary Warner

Title: Pieces

Comments: A modern piece.  The selection and placement of the pieces bring great movement.

Honorable Mention (artist) Cherylyn Gnadt

Title: Of the Same

Comments: From the lightness of the girls, back to back, to the deep colors and textures of the roots this is a beautiful representation of sisterhood.

Overall Comments on Exhibit:  This is an alluring show by the Midwest Collage Society.  Through the medium of collage the members have shown many different and skillful techniques to showcase the theme of Bits and Pieces.

As there were so many diverse pieces, it was hard to award only nine artists.  It took a lot of time and viewing pieces more then once.

Congratulations to the winners.  It was a pleasure and honor to view all of the art work.  Thank you!

Judges signature: Susan A Bartlett

June's Meeting and Beyond

MEETINGS 

June 3rd   12-2:30 p.m. Margi Hafer will demonstrate various acrylic pouring techniques and creating acrylic “skins” for collage. She will show examples of using pouring with mixed media and collage, and share a handout with materials and ideas for acrylic pouring techniques. 

July    NO MEETING

August 5th   9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.Denise Laurin Donatelle, artist and instructor at Waubansee Community College will present a workshop on hand-made Japanese paper scrolls. In the morning participants will create an original piece of art, around which the 16" scroll proportions are based. In the afternoon the scroll, or "kakemono"  will be created using traditional Scroll-making techniques. Denise will demonstrate Chinese or Japanese ink painting techniques which may be added to the scroll. Denise will provide proper adhesive, Washi paper, wooden dowels and informative hand-outs. Participants should bring thin ribbon for hanging, a variety of decorative paper and solid color papers, Exacto blade knife, cutting surface, and ruler; as well as pencils, stamps, images, and drawing/collage elements to create the central piece of original art for the scroll. 

September NO MEETING

September 19-23 2018 ARTIST RETREAT 

We are getting closer and closer to our fabulous fall retreat and registration forms should now be completed with deposit sent to TANIA BLANCO 1263 Bainbridge Drive. NAPERVILLE, IL 60563.  Consider bringing a friend to this fun 5 days of creating with abandon.  To keep our prices affordable we need 23 participants. Don't delay and send your registration today.

Registration form HERE 

October 7th  12- 2:30 p.m. Sandra Bacon will present a Workshop/Demonstration on GOLDEN ACRYLIC PRODUCTS There will be free samples and lots of new ideas she’ll share.
November 4th  12-2:30 p.m.Andrea Fox will present  a workshop on creating a “Flutter Book”.
December 2nd   12-2:30 p.m.MCS Annual Christmas Party

MCS EXHIBITS 

We hung the Bits & Pieces show successfully and all the labels are up.

The show opened Mary 19th.   Gallery hours are Wednesday thru Sunday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM except for holiday weekends and will be open during all performances and events at The Norris and East High School.

If there is construction, the alternate entrance is to the left of the main front and around the corner just a few feet. It is DOOR 45 and it has four stairs and it enters into the large gallery that has the showcase.  If anyone comes after the front is officially closed, there will be a sign indicating the entrance is DOOR 45.  At that time, there will also be a sign telling anyone that is unable to do those four (4) stairs at Door 45, what to do.  That would also include those using a walker or wheelchair.  There will be another door that those individuals will be able to enter and more specifics will come later.

Our judge, Susan Bartlett, a collage artist with the Nature Artists' Guild, has returned from her trip to Colorado and will visit the show twice before judging it.  Those awards will be announced as soon as we know and the ribbons will be put up for visitors to see during the course of the show.

The Bits & Pieces Reception is June 30, 1:30 to 3:30 at the Norris Cultural Center for the Arts at 1040 Dunham Road, St. Charles, IL     

Artists should plan to bring wrappings with them to pick up their art work right after the reception.  Please have a friend pick up for you if you cannot come to the reception!

The September show will be limited to a small group with the people who volunteered at the April meeting. Check with Nancy Castner.

Upcoming

Woodridge Public Library for the month of December. We need to choose a theme. 

Several good ideas have been offered at past meetings. 

MEMBERS 

Tania Blanco has been busy this year with multiple solo exhibits.  Currently there is an exhibit of nature inspired art at the Euclid United Methodist Church in Oak Park.  2 Receptions are planned: Sunday June 3 11:30 am and Closing reception: June 30, 4-6 (slightly conflicting with the Norris Gallery reception, sorry).

Laura Lein-Svencer has Local Pop-Up Collage classes and workshops in Image Transfers, 

Mini Abstract Landscapes, Micro Mini's 2-day Workshop and more...see Here 

And for those that want to stay home and practice composition, Strengthen Your Design might be for you. 

Margaret Swedzikowski is having a solo show of her Alcohol Ink pieces at Art Gallery Kafe, 127 Front St, Wood Dale, IL  Opening reception is on Friday June 15th, 7-9 pm

Available for viewing in evening hours till later July.

3 MCS members won awards at Art Up Front at Wheaton Willow Creek Ministry Center in Wheaton:

Best in Show - Jerri Reimann 

1st Place - Margi Hafer

3rd Place - Tania Blanco

WORTH SEEING

There is an exhibit of art with a MUSIC theme at the Vogt  Gallery in Tinley Park coninciding with an outdoor art sale.  See the art and view the gallery.  Tania Blanco entered 3 pieces. 

DATE: Saturday June 2 1-3.  Grab a friend and check it out.

Have you checked out the TROLLS at the Arboretum?  They are currently under construction but worth the trip.  Several of our members have a membership and can take a friend for free.  Tania is one of them.  Contact one of us and make a date. Anyone interested in some plain aire painting?  Let's talk about it at the next meeting on June 3.

Please keep in mind that all members may submit news up to one week before each meeting. Send to Joan Lucht    joan.of.art33@gmail.com

Exhibit Hanging at Norris Cultural Center for the Arts, St. Charles IL

May 12th, World Collage Day

Kolaj Magazine has declared May 12th World Collage Day Check out the great information HERE

Recap from our meeting- Kathy Schonauer, "Frottage"