May 2009
From our Director
We are a Community of Artists... As time goes by, I get to know more and more member artists at a deeper level. I always love to hear their story; where they are in their journey as an artist. We are an incredibly vibrant community of artists and we have much to be proud of.
- We have over 100 pieces of art currently for sale throughout the community
- Our art is visible in our local restaurants, our local theatre and businesses
- We have paintings groups and sketch groups that meet weekly
- We have workshops on a variety of artistic topics that are open to the public
- We have logged over 500 volunteer hours already this year
- We have artists on the streets during events
This is truly becoming a community were art and artists thrive and Kudzu Art Zone has made a significant, essential contribution toward that end.
I am both pleased and proud of the artists and their work.
I was at the Inman Park Arts Festival recently and saw a quote I love.
‘A community without artists in not a true community, only people living in the same vicinity.’ Byrne Piven
As a community of artists, Kudzu Art Zone is a place to learn, to contribute and to grow. The more I interact with our members, the more classes I take, the more presentations I attend, the more I volunteer with other artists, the better artist I become. I look forward to our continued positive impact on each other and on the communities we serve.
Yours truly, Elsie Porter, Director
Reminder: With Memorial Day falling on the fourth Monday, we will have no May Member Meeting.
Carrie Burns Brown - Watermedia Collage Workshop in September
Plan Now To Attend –
Watermedia Collage Workshop by Carrie Burns Brown
Monday - Friday - September 14-18, 2009
Carrie Burns Brown is an Experimental Watermedia Artist and National Juror. She is a noted instructor having amassed 40 years of teaching experience throughout the US and Canada. Her innovative ways and colorful works have prompted inclusion of her paintings in many publications, including works by Gerald Brommer, Mary Todd Beam and Mary Ann Beckwith. In addition to a productive career as artist and art educator, Carrie received a gubernatorial appointment to serve as a Member of the Board of Directors of the South Carolina Arts Commission for six years. She continues to serve as an advocate for the arts through South Carolina.
Her week-long workshop is an intensive exploration of her collage techniques and knowledge. You will have the opportunity to explore the use of tints and shade, develop ribbons, study color, value, shapes and unity. You’ll work with texture, stain, hand crafted stamps, brayers and more.
Carrie’s workshops can fill quickly so early registration is suggested. A daily course outline and supply list will be uploaded to the website for more information.
“Early Bird Special” – save $25!
Members: $400 (early registration $375 paid in full by August 15)
Non-Members $450 (early registration $425 paid in full by August 15)
Annual membership to Kudzu Art Zone is only $60/yr. Non-members are encouraged to join to take advantage of the special pricing.
Damon Carter to present at our next meeting, June 22
Renowned plein air painter Damon Carter will present at our June Member Meeting. His body of work has been recognized both locally and nationally. Known for both his landscapes and his portraits Damon will present with slide show and lecture to help us better understand the elements of exceptional artistic expression.
At the Gallery
The KAZ member gallery exhibit TRAVELERS' TALES, opens on Friday, May 8th with a reception, 7-9 pm. The guest judge will be Marty Chambers and he will be available that evening to discuss your work and present awards. The exhibit will continue until Saturday, June 20th.
Please take advantage of the creative E-postcard available to market the exhibit and KAZ, by sending the latest E-postcard designed by KAZ member Cynthia Corbin. The E-postcard can be found in full color on the KAZ website with easy directions on how to send. Use this original marketing tool to promote your work and the activities of KAZ.
The next KAZ gallery exhibit will be titled A BODY OF WORK-FIGURES, FACES, FORMS. Works can be submitted Friday, Saturday & Monday, June 19, 20 & 22. The exhibit will run July 10 - August 22, 2009.
PAIZANOS' entry deadline for May to be announced.
Thanks, Sandy Lacy, Gallery Chair
Please note that, at this time, the Figure Study Sessions on Tuesday nights are open to members only. These sessions are the only Kudzu event that is NOT open to the public. Thanks!
Outdoor Sketch Workshop
Mark Your Calendars - Sketching Workshop
by Lucy Brady - Saturday, May 30 - Jones Bridge Park
Noted artist Lucy Brady’s Sketching Workshop will convene at the large pavilion in Jones Bridge Park overlooking the river. Ms. Brady will lead a short discussion and demonstration, then artists will have the opportunity to spend time sketching with a break for lunch and a critique at the end of the session. Participants may sketch with pen, pencil or whatever medium they prefer at this wonderful outdoor location.
Ms. Brady has a degree in graphic design and is a member of the Georgia Watercolor Society. She has studied widely with many well known oil painters and watercolorists and also paints in acrylics. Favorite subjects for her paintings range from the beautiful Southwest/Santa Fe area to Georgia State and National Parks. She has also worked with numerous realtors and builders providing them with paintings of homes. Sign up via the Kudzu website!
Fee: $50 for members; $60 for non-members
Membership News
I want to request help in membership, especially during the Kudzu meetings. If I have one to two regulars, we can cover each other and help with guests, new members & sign-in at the table. I also try to get 2 people to bring snacks for the 6:30 time slot and clean up after the meeting which only takes 5-10 minutes. Please consider joining me.
Thanks, Jeannie Fortin, Membership Chair
The Spring 2009 Membership Guide & Directory is available online in pdf format.
1. Just log in to the Members Only area.
2. Select the Suggestions & Documents database.
3. Click List All.
4. The Membership Guide should be near the top of the list.
If you see any errors, please contact Elsie Porter, Director.
Reminder
GALLERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED, especially during the Saturday hours of 11am - 4pm. If you are not actively volunteering elsewhere in the KAZ organization, AND you have an entry in the latest KAZ gallery exhibit, we need your help! Please contact Katrina Stone to coordinate your time.