Dear MCS Members,
Here we are getting ready for the August 1st meeting. It will be outdoors
at Laura Lein-Svencner's home. Thank you, Laura. Margi was able to
arrange for a very accomplished artist, Barrie Mason, from out of state, to
share her amazing knowledge with us. Supplies and details are listed in
the Meeting section. Hope to see you there.
The MCS Archeological Imagination Exhibit at Bloomingdale Museum is a
delight. If you haven't seen it yet, please do so. The art is so
diverse and inspiring. Just remember the hours are limited to Wednesdays
5-8pm; Thursdays and Saturdays 12-4pm. The gallery is filled with light
and it is a very pleasant experience to walk and/or sit among the beautiful
artwork.
Adrienne Austin and Joan Lucht, Co-Chairs for exhibits did an excellent job
however they did not have the participation they were expecting from our
members. An article from Huffington Post cited a recent New Zealand study
which says that "engaging in creative activities contributes to an
"upward spiral" of positive emotions, psychological well-being, and
feelings of "flourishing" in life" What are you doing with your
time these days? Get on the "upward spiral" and create.
We have our wonderful retreat planned October 6-10. This is an amazing
opportunity to spend concentrated time creating in the presence of like-minded
individuals. No worries about meal preparation since all (11) meals are
included along with 4 nights lodging for the amazing cost of only $270 if you
register before August 31st. and $295 after. Registrations are coming in
rather slowly and it would be nice to know if we are going to make our minimum
requirement numbers. You don't have to wait until August 31st to
register. We would greatly appreciate receiving your registration as soon
as you make your decision to attend. The form and detailed information is
attached. Remember how disappointing it was last year when September came
around and Covid did not allow for the retreat, don't miss the opportunity to
participate this year.
Paraphrasing something I read recently: They say money can't buy
happiness...but it can pay for the retreat. And that's basically the same
thing.
Take care,
Nancy Castner, President
MEETINGS
August 1: 9am - 2pm (bring your lunch)
All Day Workshop “Special Fabric Dyeing
Workshop” Barrie Mason, presenter
At the home of Laura
Lein-Svencner, 6718 Dale Rd. Darien IL 60561, 630-655-4492
Please park on the side of the street with no
houses.
Parfait Dying is Barrie's favorite
introduction to the wonders of dying fabric. In this workshop we will dye four
squares of fabric in one container building up colors and amazing designs. For
the designs we will be using various shibori and other resist techniques. For
the color we will be using Procion MX dye that produces vibrant and fade
resistant colors. Come see how fabric dying can add to your collage stash.
We will be outdoors and you will each have your private workspace. Fabric
and dye will be supplied for a $7 materials fee. Advance registration
needed.
Participants should bring:
· Plastic tablecloth for your work area. A
large trash bag cut open would work
· Folding chair & TV tray table
· Apron & gloves for dye work
· 1 gallon zip-lock bag + 4 quart zip-lock bags
(for taking your work home)
· paper towels
· A tall dye container that holds at least 3 1/2
cups of water. I use a glass/plastic cylinder shaped vase found at a
thrift store. Tall and narrow is better than short and fat.
· Optional – rubber bands, string,
marbles, scissors, needle, strong thread (the instructor will bring some too).
Register for the Meeting by emailing Cherie Denton at cherayden@yahoo.com with
the SUBJECT: MCS August 1 Meeting. Let her know that you will bring the
membership application and dues with you if you haven't paid MCS dues
yet.
All participants must be paid members of the
MCS. Application is attached.
September 12: Noon-2:30pm “Create a Rainbow Star Book” Mary
Warner, presenter
October 6-10 MCS Fall Retreat at Camp
Alexander MAC, REGISTRATION FORM AVAILABLE NOW! (see attachment)!
November 7: Noon-2:30pm “Special Paper Ornaments Workshop”
Bonnie Jaswith, presenter
December 5: Noon-2:30pm MCS Holiday Party
EXHIBITS
Archeological Imagination
Bloomingdale Park District Museum
108 S Bloomingdale Rd., Bloomingdale, IL
Pickup - August 9, 10am - 12
noon
Congratulations to the winning artists!
1st Chris Jacobson - Those
Were the Days
2nd Mary Warner - History
Comes Alive
Nancy Castner
- Unearthed Memories of Youth
3rd Beth Gollan - HiU
Dorothy Bury
Shaw - And So It Begins
Cherylyn Gnadt
- Always Empty
Honorable Mention
Andrea Fox
- Rising Upward
Joan Lucht
- Treasures
Gail Vance
- Three Goddesses
Marjorie Boyd
- Key to My Journey
MCS Silent Auction
September 1 through September 30, 2021 (Hunger Action Month)
Nature's Best Cafe, 1904 Brookdale Road, Naperville, IL
60563
Members donate a work of art. 100% of the
proceeds will go directly to Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry. All art will
start at $35.00.
Bring
your donation to the August meeting or contact Adrienne or Joan for additional
drop off options. Please include your name, title and a proper hanger on
back. So far we have only 10 donations.
Naperville
Sun, Positively Naperville and Daily Herald have been contacted for publicity.
Turning the Page
October 2 - October 28.
Indian Prairie Library, Darien Illinois
Drop off October 1st 10:00 - 12:00
Pick up October 29th 10:00 - 12:00
Prospectus due September 15!
MCS
is indeed "turning the page". We've survived the
2020 Covid-19 pandemic and we're back on track and looking forward
to having a fantastic exhibit.
Indian
Prairie Library has expanded the gallery to include 5 additional feet located
on the main floor. Collage, mixed media, assemblage, and even altered
books if you so choose. The gallery has expanded to include 5 additional feet
of exhibit wall on the main floor. We will have 2 display cases for 3D
art. We need all members to participate. Exhibits
provide exposure and potential sales of original art. Don't let this
opportunity slip between your artistic fingers.
RETREAT
The 2021 MCS Fall Retreat at Camp Alexander Mack,
in Milford Indiana
Wednesday, October 6 through Sunday, October
10th.
Registration form and additional retreat
information is attached to this email.
Early bird registration $
270. – Includes 11
meals, four nights’ accommodations.
Registrations received after August 31,
will cost $295.
ATTENTION!
IT’S TIME TO SIGN UP
FOR THE MCS FALL RETREAT!
ALTHOUGH YOU HAVE UNTIL AUGUST 31 TO RECEIVE THE EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT.
PLEASE SEND YOUR DEPOSIT OF $150 TOWARD YOUR
REGISTRATION TO HOLD YOUR PLACE. WE REALLY NEED YOUR COMMITMENT AS SOON AS
POSSIBLE TO KNOW THAT WE HAVE ENOUGH REGISTRANTS FOR THE CAMP.
YOU DO NOT HAVE TO BE A MEMBER OF MCS TO ENJOY THIS WONDERFUL
EXPERIENCE AT CAMP ALEXANDER MACK: ARTIST CAN
WORK IN THE MEDIA OF
THEIR CHOICE. WE ALSO HAVE HAD WRITERS,
PHOTOGRAPHERS, BICYCLISTS,
AND FRIENDS THAT JUST LOVE THE CAMP ATMOSPHERE
AND WANT TO RELAX
JOIN OUR RETREAT. SO, ASK A FRIEND TO SIGN-UP
WITH YOU!
We request that attendees be fully vaccinated for
COVID-19 prior to attending camp.
MEMBERS
Cherylyn Gnadt has a solo show, In Light of Shadow, at the
Gary Brown Art Gallery, Aurora.
August 5 - 28, 2021
In Light of Shadow is an optimistic reflection – exploring the idea that
without light there is no
shadow, but also, darkness is splintered with
the introduction of light. This collection of work
would not exist without the life challenges
that become the muse, confidant, and teacher.
Opening Reception: Friday August 6 from 5 - 9pm & Saturday,
August 7 from 1 to 5pm.
7 S. Broadway in Aurora IL. Free street parking and nearby parking garage. If
you know the
area a bit, the gallery backs up to the
Water Street Mall.
Laura has a three day workshop at Naperville Art League,
Embrace Design - August 13-15, (9:00am - 4:00pm) $145.00
Immerse yourself into the understanding of design with collage. Fill your
sketchbook with a lifetime of references. This three-day workshop is set up to
help you see the elements separately and to help you bring it all together with
the principles and create a comprehensive foundation for future collage
artworks. New to art or need to freshen up on design this would be the workshop
for you. There will be some altering of magazine papers and our final process
will be learning the tacking down method of collage magazine papers on a
watercolor substrate. This workshop is a wonderful start to any art form but
geared for the fine art of Collage. Scroll down, on Naperville Art
League’s class page
Please send Blessings, Prayers and Loving
Thoughts to Nancy Staszak and her husband. Their home received
major damage from the tornado in Woodridge. They lost many huge trees on their property;
one went into the house and one crushed their car in the driveway. Their roof
was replaced just this week and now they will be tackling the inside damage.
She said the insurance company has been reacting in a very timely and effective
manner. The good news is that neither were physically hurt and they were
able to stay in their home with a tarp as their roof. Nancy said they are doing
well and will miss their beautiful trees. She is still planning to attend the
MCS Retreat in October!
St. Thomas the Apostle indoor art fair
Nov 13 and 14
Anyone interested in space to exhibit and sell
please contact Tania Blanco
No fee but small commission to a charitable
mission. All payments go through central cash table. Details will be supplied
later in the summer.
