2015!

Wow. Wasn't it just 1997?  No matter.  We're looking ahead. 

We are re-dedicating ourselves to our mission. That is, to be a community art center that is part gallery, part classroom, and part studio. To that end, we'll be showing, teaching and making art throughout the coming year. 

Our next show is called "Icebox" and it opens on Saturday, January 10th and features recent work from 8 talented artists:  Ike Plumlee, Jordan Wolf, Brian Wolf, Matthew Castellano, Nathan Fellhauer, Elain Venable, leo & Robot Blood.  More on that in the coming days.

Workshops and classes for the next 3 months will be announced very soon.  So far, it looks like Kelley Wise will be teaching a jewelry class, most likely metal clay.  I'll be holding stained glass and lapidary workshops. Joe Martin will teach students in the art of sculpting clay busts, and we're lining up Regis Versey for a driftwood art workshop. A few others are in the works, but it would be best to hold off until we know for sure. 

If anybody else has a skill they would like to teach others. let us know about it. We'll be scheduling classes mostly on the weekends and early weekday evenings. Classes and workshops don't have to center around visual or applied arts, either. We're also looking for musicians, writers, and teachers of all sorts. If you have an idea, call me at 993-0012 and tell me about it.

In addition, we have a limited amount of space available for folks to work on their individual art projects. Call me for more info or to discuss renting the space for events. 

Happy New Year!  - Jay

Steph Brouwers' Jewelry Show and Workshop

Our next show is titled "Inner Visions: Wearable Art" and features jewelry made by Steph Brouwers.  Steph is a good friend of ours who lives in Olne, Belgium, where she teaches art, sculpts, makes beads and constructs jewelry.  If you asked her what she does (and you'll get a chance to), she'd simply say she makes things.

We will be posting more pictures of her necklaces, bracelets and earrings in the coming week, but right now I just want you to:

1. Mark your calendar for Friday, April 5th.  That's the date of the opening of the five week show.  The time is set for 6 pm to 10 pm at Gallery 360, 900 S. Rodney Parham Road in Little Rock; and,

2. Consider signing up for her talisman workshop held the next day, Saturday, April 6th, from 2 to 5 pm at the gallery.  Participants will learn the significance of amulets and talismans, become familiar with the wonderful world of polymer clay and create a talisman for themselves.  Clay and tools will be provided.  Students may wish to bring findings such as earwires, clasps and cords.  They are also encouraged to bring in damaged costume jewelry or special fragments they may like to incorporate into their creations.  The cost of the class is $35.  Register by calling (501) 663-2222.

Bobbi Nesbitt has posted an interview with Steph over on her This Is Arkansas blog, along with pictures and more about the exhibit.  Also, check out Steph's own blog.  And Pinterest. Oh, and tune in Channel 16's 'Good Day' program next Friday morning at 7:45 am.  Steph and Gallery 360's resident artist Kelley Naylor Wise will be discussing jewelry making with Nichelle Sullivan.

Day of the Dead Workshops in Hot Springs

Short notice, I know, but I just learned of 3 workshops centered around Dia de los Muertos that are to be held tomorrow, October 13th, at the ArtChurch Studios in Hot Springs.  "Dia de los Muertos in the Classroom: A Workshop for Teachers," "Collection of Calacas," and "Altar Boxes" will take place throughout the day.  They are coordinated by Jessica Manco of the Mattie Rhodes Center in Kansas City.  More info here.

August classes

Stained Glass
Debra Young will be teaching a two session class on stained glass. It is geared toward beginners or those wanting to take a 'refresher' course.  Classes will be held on successive Sunday afternoons, August 19th & 26th, from 1:30 to 5:30 pm.  Cost is $90 and includes materials.  Email Debra for more info: glassconcepts101@yahoo.com.

UPDATE:  The stained glass class has been moved back a week.  The first session will now be on August 26th and the second one will be on September 2nd.  That gives you an extra week to sign up!

Glass Fusing
Debra is also offering a fusing workshop on August 23rd, from 6 to 8 pm.  Cost is $35.  Bring a friend and get $5 off.  All materials are included.  More info: glassconcepts101@yahoo.com.

Metal Clay
Kelley Naylor Wise will teach a beginner class in textured metal clay.  Students will be making a pair of fine silver earrings.  Cost of the class is $90, which includes materials.  Tools will be available for use or purchase. Class to be held Saturday, August 25th, from 1 to 5 pm.  Call or email to register.  766-9944; kelley.naylor@yahoo.com.

Mosaics
Donna Peterson is arranging to teach several mosaic classes, dates and times unknown at this point, but you can call Donna at 551-0948 or email her at peterson.donna@att.net for information.

Space is limited and you must register before the scheduled dates.