November Newsletter 2023

 Dear MCS Members,

What an amazing Fall we have been enjoying.  The colors and weather have been absolutely glorious.  Hope you were able to get outside to savor it all.

The Creativity Retreat was delightful.  It was so nice to have time for uninterrupted art making,  lovely walks,  an enjoyable trip to the theater, fantastic demos, camaraderie,  and of course all of our meals prepared for us.   Many thanks to Marge Boyd for the Eco-print workshop and Joan Lucht for the Leather Journal workshop.   Thank you to Margi Hafer for once again taking on the chair of our Retreat Committee.  Margi works all year round to set this up for our group.  Hip Hip Hooray for Margi.

Hopefully we will all be together again at the MCS meeting on November 6th.  Nancy Swingle will be sharing many different ways to use napkins in our projects.

Congratulations to the winners of the Crete Creative Gallery Exhibit and many thanks to our Co-Chairs, Adrienne Austin and Chris Jacobson for all of their efforts regarding this show.  

Thanks to Chris Jacobson for organizing and to everyone who participated in our fundraiser at Lucky Penny.

Take care,

Nancy Castner

President

MEETINGS 

November 6  noon-2:30pm  Napkin Appliqué with Nancy Swingle  

Nancy will bring a ton of napkins and multiple types of surfaces for us to decoupage.

BRING matte medium, brushes and water container (a fan brush works great if you have one), scissors, masking tape, and your own surface(s) if you’d like. The surfaces you bring should be white or light colored. A few ideas are Gesso on boards, books, canvases or rocks.

December 4  noon-2:30pm Holiday Party

EXHIBITS 

Gathering at Batavia Public Library 

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

10 South Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510

12 MCS participants have 27 works in this show. 

Pick up Wednesday, November 30th, 10:00 to 12:00

Art Auction at the Lucky Penny Restaurant
raised $410.00 for The Loaves and Fishes.
Nancy Castner sold 2 @$35 = $70
Sold 1 @50 = $50
Margi Hafer sold 1 @$35 =$35
Chris Jacobson sold 1 @$40 =$40
sold 2 @50 =$100
Mary Warner sold 1 @$80 =$80
Joan Lucht sold 1 @$35 =$35
Total Sales = $ 410.00
There were 2 pieces that were bid on but not picked up which would have given us another $75. The response to the auction this year was disappointing both for the number of pieces donated by members and on the resulting donations. The sales this year were hampered due to the fact that The Lucky Penny cut their hours from 7-8pm to 7-3pm just 1 week after we hung the show.

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

FALL 2022 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)  

We had 23 people attend this year's retreat. It got a little chilly at night, but we all enjoyed great meals, walking the beautiful campgrounds and seeing amazing sunsets. We were all glad that we took some time and treated ourselves to five days of creating art, learning from each other, being with long-time friends and meeting new art friends. 
Save the date for the 2023 Fall Creative Retreat. It will be Wednesday, September 27 through Sunday, October 1, 2023. The weather will be a little warmer than this year. Information and registration forms will be available in April.
NOTE: Long time MCS member and Retreat participant, Dee De Schneider, had a fall at camp and broke bones in both of her wrists. Thank you to all of the Retreat participants who helped Dee De get the help she needed at the local hospital, and also those who helped her covalence at camp and drive her and her car back to Illinois. Since returning home to Wisconsin, Dee De has had surgery on both wrists and is recouping at home with the help of her son.
Here is her address if you would like to send her a card: Dee De Schneider, 505 Lawson School Road ( #5 ) Delavan, WI  53115

     

MEMBERS 

Mary Warner will be exhibiting in the Fine Arts & Craft Festival at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Naperville on Saturday, November 12, 11:00 - 6:00 pm, and Sunday 11/13, 9:00 - 1:00 pm.

Joan Lucht, Chris Jacobson, Mary Warner, Adrienne Austin and Nancy Castner created ornaments and Chris made maple seed earrings to sell at St. Thomas The Apostle Church, Fine Arts & Craft Festival. All proceeds will benefit Loaves & Fishes. Time same as above.

Laura Lein-Svencner will be teaching one day workshops and a new series of classes called Inner Compass Circles at Darien Park District starting the first of the New Year. Watch for the details. Come January on National Vision Board Day, Jan. 14th, there will be an all-day workshop at Indian Prairie Public Library for cardholders. Don't want to miss that.  Check out the Workshop List Here - https://www.lauralein-svencner.com/workshops

 And Classes Here https://www.lauralein-svencner.com/classes
Online Classes available Here https://www.lonecrowstudio.com/

CALL FOR ART

An in-person exhibit is to be held at the TLD Design Center & Gallery in Westmont, IL. The theme is "Beneath the Surface" and is scheduled to open March 1, 2023. Deadline to submit  digital entries is January 15, 2023.  The prospectus and digital entry application may be accessed at our secure website:   http://www.tlddesigns.com/Beneath.The.Surface.Art.Show.Perspective.htm

October and MCS Retreat

 Dear MCS Members,

Fall is officially here and the weather is letting us know it!  Actually had to wear a jacket on my morning walks lately.  I think that's a good thing.  Hope you are all doing well and enjoying the crisp weather.  Leaves are beginning to change and soon we will have a feast for the eyes.

Mary Warner led a very informative discussion on the Whys and Hows we strive to be creative people at our September meeting.  She provided thought provoking handouts and some that answered many questions regarding making and critiquing art.  We left with many tips to help us with future projects.  Thank you Mary for your professional thought provoking program.

Remember, there will be no meeting in October due to the Fall 2022 Creativity Retreat.  For those planning to attend, better start packing your materials ASAP as it always takes longer than expected.  I am so looking forward to sharing five delightful days with friends, old and new, and of course enjoying the beautiful views of Lake Waubee.

The Crete Creative Gallery Exhibit is delightful.  Try to get there to see all the beautiful artwork displayed in the lovely former home now converted to an amazing gallery.  The exhibit continues through October 15th.

If you haven't stopped by the Lucky Penny Diner, please do so.  This is our annual fundraiser so you might just see a piece of art you may want to pick up for yourself or as a gift for the holidays.

Take care,

Nancy Castner

President

MEETINGS

October No Meeting  Retreat October 5-9

November 6  noon-2:30pm  Napkin Appliqué with Nancy Swingle

December 4  noon-2:30pm Holiday Party

EXHIBITS  

Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery thru October 15

Thanks to Margi Hafer for telling us about the Crete Creative Gallery and School. The Exhibit is fabulous! The reception was well attended and the following artists received recognition. 

Laura Lein Svencner - First Place

Chris Jacobson - Second

Carol Weber - Third 

Nancy Castner - Honorable Mention

Marge Boyd - Honorable Mention

Pick up October 15, 2022 (10am to 2pm)

Crete Creative Gallery & School is located at 1304 Main Street, Crete, Illinois 60417.

Gathering at Batavia Public Library 

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

10 South Batavia Avenue, Batavia, IL 60510

Prospectus (attached) due October 14 to give Chris time to compile information and make labels

Drop off Tuesday, November 1st,  10:00 to 12:00.

Pick up Wednesday, November 30th, 10:00 to 12:00

Batavia Library Waiver (attached) will be required to accompany your art.

Lucky Penny Diner  MCS second annual silent auction

September 1 now thru October 16

1224 W Ogden Ave Ste G, Naperville, IL 60563

Open 7 days a week from 7am to 3pm

Bidding has ended, but art will remain on display until October 16 with bidding open to art that had no bids by our original deadline.

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

FALL 2022 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)  
October 5-9, 2022 at Camp Alexander Mack

We have 23 people registered for the retreat. Photos will be posted in the November MCS  Newsletter.

   

MEMBERS 

Carol Weber has a solo show, Works by Carol Weber, at the Downers Grove Library October 1 - 30. There is a Meet the Artist reception on October 16th from 2-4pm.  Everyone is welcome.

Margi Hafer is exhibiting 10 of her watercolors in the invitational Water Works exhibit at Tall Grass Arts Center in Park Forest, IL. The show opens with a reception on October 1, from 1-3 pm. The show closes on  November 5.

Andrea Fox and Margi Hafer have pieces accepted into the Gallery Seven juried Iliart Exhibit in Lockport, IL. 

Reception is on Saturday, October 15, from 1-3pm.

Laura Lein-Svencner has a wonderful online studio for all to learn about collage from very basic to the integration of mixed media. Take a look - new online classes pop up all the time. Laura has a sale running till October 22nd. Creating a Palette for Collage
You just need the Code Word-NEWCOLLAGEPAPERS, and you will receive 22 % off
Check it out at Lonecrow Studio

MCS Next Exhibit Checkout the Details

Check out the site at Crete Creative  

September MCS Meeting and More

 Dear MCS Members,

Summer has flown by so quickly this year.  Hope you are well and have been able to let your creativity flow. 

Remember, due to labor day, we will be meeting at noon on September 11th. Please bring one of your art pieces and join other members for a constructive  critiquing session.  This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your abilities as an artist.  Sometimes we need to hear other's perspectives of our work to help us understand what is working and what we can improve upon. See you soon.

Take care, 

Nancy Castner 

President

MEETINGS

September 11 noon-2:30pm (a week later than usual because of Labor Day!)

This meeting will be a constructive discussion and mind-searching of the why and how we strive to be creative people. I’ll be providing some questions we perhaps have asked ourselves and we’ll also talk about how we ourselves critique our own collages.

If possible, bring along one of your pieces that you could use to discuss your own “whys” and “hows”.  Hope to see you there!

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

EXHIBITS 2022  

Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery 

September 8, 2022 through October 15, 2022

Crete Creative Gallery & School is located at 1304 Main Street, Crete, Illinois 60417.  A total of five ribbons will be awarded:1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 2 honorable mentions.  The reception is scheduled for Saturday, September 10. Gallery  hours 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Artist's statements and business cards can be submitted along with the art and the attached Crete Creative Exhibition Agreement must be completed and be included with the art. 

Drop Off: September 3rd (10am to 2pm) Don't forget to bring the gallery agreement.
Hanging: September 4th
Opening Day: September 8th
Opening Reception: September 10th (10am to 2pm)
Closing: October 15th
Pick up: October 15th (10am to 2pm)September 10

October 1, 15

Lucky Penny Diner  MCS second annual silent auction

September 1-30

1224 W Ogden Ave Ste G, Naperville, IL 60563

Open 7 days a week from 7am to 2:30pm

There are very few donations for this fundraiser that everyone voted to do. Please contact Chris Jacobsen achristy0901@gmail.com or Adrienne Austin Rbrbtrfly@aol.com to arrange for a time to bring your art. 

Clipping from the Daily Herald

Batavia Library

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

FALL 2022 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)  
October 5-9, 2022 at Camp Alexander Mack

There are now 22 paid participants registered for this year's retreat and there is still room for 3 more. Margi will send out further information on the schedule and special retreat activities to people who have registered for the retreat. There will be a Leather Journal workshop by Joan Lucht, the traditional 4" square trading cards to share, a swap table, and lots of time to work on your creative art projects. 

Leather journal supplies will be available for $5

The MCS Creative Artists Retreat information and registration form is attached to this email. Please mail your retreat registration to: Margi Hafer, 20711 Hunt Club. Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423 or call Margi at 815-370-3345. 
 All registrations include 11 meals and four nights accommodations. The cost of new Retreat Registrations is $295 as of August 8.

   

MEMBERS 

Laura Lein Svencner  is presenting a 2-Day workshop at Naperville Art League,
Image Transfer & Collage Workshop,
October 14 & 15 (Friday & Saturday)  10am-3pm    $250.00

This workshop will guide you through 4 different ways to create image transfers for a variety of surfaces and your art journaling. We will also work with found papers like book pages, drawing paper, brown lunch bags, maps, and sanded magazines. After you learn these techniques, you can use your own photos to create unique collage works.
Most of your materials will be provided in a packet with a printed handout.
Head over to Naperville Art League and register.

Online classes are always available at Lonecrow Studio

August Meeting Info

 Hi MCS Members,

Hope you enjoyed our July Summer Break.  Personally, I was able to get a project completed for Crete and a small book too.  Our meeting on August 7th is another opportunity for you to let your creative energies flow for any project you desire.   We get to have the meeting room at the Darien Police Department from 9am to 2:30 pm so bring your supplies and enjoy the chance to visit with other members while you work.  We don't get that much time to visit due to having our speakers sharing their knowledge at most meetings.

A special thanks to Laura Lein Svencner for securing the meeting place for the Midwest Collage Society over the years.  We are so very fortunate to be able to utilize this fantastic facility each month.  Thank you Laura for taking such good care of us.

Sad to report that the Lemont Center for the Arts will be closing as of August 5th.  If you want to visit on August 5th, they will be open from 9am to noon.

See you on August 7th.

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 August meeting. Membership is required to participate in MCS exhibits.

Cherie Denton, 1789 35th Street, Apt. 6313, Oak Brook, IL 60523

The renewal form is attached.

MEETINGS

August 7 9am-2:30pm  Work on your own project while enjoying the company of other members.This is a great opportunity to have time getting to know and visit with one another. There will be a short meeting around noon or so.

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

EXHIBITS 2022  

Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery 

September 8, 2022 through October 15, 2022

The attached prospectus is due to Chris Jacobson August 15

Crete Creative Gallery & School is located at 1304 Main Street, Crete, Illinois 60417.  A total of six ribbons will be awarded:1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 3 honorable mentions.  The reception is scheduled for Saturday, September 10. Gallery  hours 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. Artist's statements can be submitted along with the art and the attached Crete Creative Exhibition Agreement must be completed and be included with the art. 

Note: If a member is not able to download the agreement, Chris and Adrienne will have copies available at the August meeting.

This is a show of MCS collage and mixed media art. Collage is the gluing of paper to another material. Cut or torn pieces of paper are affixed to a base of paper, paint, canvas or wood.

Drop Off: September 3rd
Hanging: September 4th
Opening Day: September 8th
Opening Reception: September 10th
Closing: October 15th
Pick up: October 15th

 

Lucky Penny Diner  MCS second annual silent auction

September 1-30

Please bring your donated art with the attached donation form to the August meeting. Or contact Chris Jacobsen achristy0901@gmail.com or Adrienne Austin Rbrbtrfly@aol.com to make other arrangements. This space is larger so we hope everyone will contribute. 

Batavia Library

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

FALL 2022 CREATIVITY RETREAT (sponsored by Midwest Collage Society)  
October 5-9, 2022 at Camp Alexander Mack.

There are now 21 participants registered for this year's retreat and there is still room for a few more. Since the Collage Society didn't meet during the month of July we are extending the Early Bird registration fee for those who register by our Sunday, August 7th meeting date. If you have paid a deposit please mail your final check of $120 by that date. After August 7th Margi will send out further information on the schedule and special retreat activities to people who have registered for the retreat. 
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The MCS Creative Artists Retreat information and registration form is attached to this email. Please mail your retreat registration to: Margi Hafer, 20711 Hunt Club. Drive, Frankfort, IL 60423
The cost of "Early Bird" Retreat Registration (submitted or mailed on or before August 7, 2022) is $270 and includes 11 meals, four nights accommodations. 

The cost of Retreat Registration (submitted after August 7, 2022) is $295.

   

MEMBERS 

Laura Lein Svencner would like to share my online classes available at www.lonecrowstudio.com

Are you looking for assemblage boxes? Jerri Reimann has various sized wood boxes useful for assemblage or even studio storage. They range from large desk drawers to cigar-box sizes and are mostly scavenged vintage items. She is offering them to MCS artists for free.
She also has an antique printer's type drawer and a multi-pane window to sell for $10-15 each.
Text Jerri at 630-244-5873 or email jerrireimann@earthlink.net if you are interested and want to see some photos.

July News with MCS

 Hi MCS Members,

Hope you are all well and enjoying our summer weather.  In June Gai Moodie shared her process for mini collages.  A fun way of working in multiples for cards or other art projects.  Thanks Gai. 

Sad to report the Alliance of Fine Arts is being dissolved.  The website will remain up for a year for everyone to review past activities.  Take the time to look at the website while you can.   The AFA treasury will be divided among the 11 remaining organizations.  Our bank account will appreciate that since it has been dwindling due to lower participation at meetings to collect the studio fee used to cover speaker expenses.  

Remember we will not be having a meeting in July.  MCS is out for the summer!  This is a great time to be working on art pieces for the 2nd Annual Silent Auction benefiting Loaves and Fishes.  Also this time can be used to create art for the judged show at the Crete Creative Gallery.  Details for both venues below.

See you at our work day meeting on August 7th.

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 August meeting. Membership is required to participate in MCS exhibits.

Cherie Denton, 1789 35th Street, Apt. 6313, Oak Brook, IL 60523

The renewal form is attached.

MEETINGS

July - No Meeting

August 7 9am-2:30pm  Work on your own project while enjoying the company of other members.

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

EXHIBITS 2022  

Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery 

September 8, 2022 through October 15, 2022

This exhibit will be judged. Don't let the distance to this gallery stop you. We will arrange for art to be delivered and picked up. Due to limited space you will be able to submit only one large or two smaller works, but there is ample room for 3D. The attached prospectus is due to Chris Jacobson August 15.

Drop Off: September 3rd
Hanging: September 4th
Opening Day: September 8th
Opening Reception: September 10th
Closing: October 15th
Pick up: October 15th

 

Lucky Penny Diner  MCS second annual silent auction

September 1-30

Please bring your donated art to the August meeting. Or contact Chris Jacobsen achristy0901@gmail.com or Adrienne Austin Rbrbtrfly@aol.com to make other arrangements. The space is larger so everyone can contribute. Let’s make this service project a winner for Loaves and Fishes.

Batavia Library

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

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. Bring a friend!
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
The Retreat Registration form is attached to this newsletter. Retreat registration forms will also be available at the August meeting, but will cost $25 more. 
Please mail your retreat 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 and includes 11 meals, four nights accommodations. 

The cost of Retreat Registration (submitted after July 31,2022) is $295.

   

MEMBERS 

Laura Lein Svencner Will offer a 14-week course July 7th till Oct 6th, The Artist's Way,1st book by Julia Cameron.

Indian Prairie Public Library,  Thursday Mornings starting July 7th - Oct 6th
Let us unblock the path to Creativity. This class is a dedication to us, our creativity, and our spiritual nature. Using the first book, Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron we will explore weekly the path to unblock our creativity. Independent morning journal writing is suggested outside of our weekly gatherings. Small creative projects may pop up throughout the course to expand on our playful human nature. This book will be provided for the duration of this course. IPPL cardholder exclusive. Registration is required  HERE 

June's Newsletter

 Hi MCS Members,

Members of MCS and the Illinois Poets Society spent a delightful evening with poems about our art being read, some of them by the author.  The poems were as diverse as the artwork.  Thanks to Nancy Swingle for organizing the beautiful sweets tables and our members for the delicious goodies presented and devoured.  Also a big thank you to all members who created absolutely beautiful, amazing art for this event at the Downers Grove Library 

Julie Mars presented a challenging workshop on Bead Mosaics at the May meeting.  We all had the opportunity to begin a project.  It will be interesting to see some version of her work with beads in future works by our membership.

On June 5th Gai Moodie will take us through her process of making mini collages for cards.  I've been making a number of books lately and think this will also help with journal pages, tags, and pockets.  See you on June 5th.

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 June meeting. Membership is required to participate in MCS exhibits.

Cherie Denton, 1789 35th Street, Apt. 6313, Oak Brook, IL 60523

The renewal form is attached.

MEETINGS

June 5  noon-2:30pm  Artist Gai Moodie will take us through her process of making mini collages for greeting cards.The collages will be a 2”/3” square and you will have at least 9 of these little pretties to work on.

Gai uses these little mixed media/collage squares to make cards but they can be used in other ways too, which she can show you.

Gai will provide the following:

• Taped off little squares on the watercolor paper so you can get right to work on your collages!.
• Extra watercolor paper and low tack tape
• Cold press. 9X12” or smaller for another idea to try.
• Supply and share many surfaces. Papers, gold leaf that can be collaged

Bring to class the following:

• Pigma  pen, white gel pen or a set of gel pens, gold pen…what ever you have
• Waterolors…small set whatever you have
• Rubber stamps and stamp pad (permanent ink) ,ruler, pencil, paint brush, water container, scissors , paper towels ,scissors    
• GLUE- I use Elmer’s glue stick that dries clear and matte medium-(a Golden product)-to adhere very thin paper like tissue/table napkins

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

EXHIBITS 2022  

Imagination Run Wild at Crete Creative Gallery 

September 8, 2022 through October 15, 2022

This exhibit will be judged. A prospectus will be available early July.

Don't let the distance to this gallery stop you. We will arrange for art to be delivered and picked up.

 

Lucky Penny Diner  MCS second annual silent auction

September 1-30

Please bring your donated art to the June or August meeting. Or contact Chris Jacobsen achristy0901@gmail.com or Adrienne Austin Rbrbtrfly@aol.com to make other arrangements. The space is larger so everyone can contribute. Let’s make this service project a winner for Loaves and Fishes.

Batavia Library

November 1, 2022 through November 30, 2022

Tall Grass Arts Association Gallery

October 2023

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.
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
The Retreat Registration form is attached to this newsletter. Retreat registration forms will also be available at the June 5th meeting.
Retreat Registrations may be given to 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 and includes 11 meals, four nights accommodations. 

The cost of Retreat Registration (submitted after July 31,2022) is $295.

   

MEMBERS 

Laura Lein Svencner Will offer a 14-week course July 7th till Oct 6th, The Artist's Way,1st book by Julia Cameron. Free to Indian Prairie Public Library Card Holders, Thursday Mornings, 9:30-Noon. Registration will be up soon in the Adult program Calendar section on the Website. Small creative projects will pop up throughout the course to inspire your creativity. Watch for it on this Link

Laura will also present a Solo Exhibition at the Anderson Art Center, 6603 3rd Avenue, Kenosha WI. Opening Reception June 26th, 1-4pm, "Authenticity of Paper, a Collage Artists Journey. Exhibit closing August 14th 2022.

Andrea Fox has a mixed media collage, “Belle Nature” accepted  into the “Viewpoints” show in the Bloomingdale Park District Museum. The reception is on June 5 from 2-4pm.  Hope to see MCS friends attend! The show opens on Saturday, May 28 from 12-4pm and closes June 25.