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01-27-2009, 04:31 PM
February means Love of Art in Las Cruces
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Las Cruces, NM – February is again this year filled with love – of art. At least it is in the Mesilla Valley, where the City of Las Cruces will proclaim it to be For the Love of Art Month for the 11th year. ArtForms Artists Association coordinates the numerous activities related to performing, visual and literary arts in honor of this year’s celebration.
It wouldn’t be February without ArtForms studio tours. This year there will be 22 locations, some with several artists displaying their works. The tours occur February 14, 15, 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with some artists selecting one weekend to participate and others holding their studios open both weekends. This is a great opportunity to meet artists, see where they work, and make art purchases directly from them. Several artists will be providing demonstrations during the tours, such as those held all four days at Unsettled Gallery and the first weekend at Brian Fallstead’s studio, where he will demonstrate raku firing.
ArtForms artists will also display their art at the Branigan Cultural Center during the annual For the Love of Art Month Member Exhibit. The show features work in numerous media, including painting, watercolor, photography, sculpture, jewelry, wood, paper and more. This year, 51 artists are participating in the show that opens on Friday, February 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. during the monthly Downtown Ramble. The Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music will perform during the opening. The exhibit will be open through February 28, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The museum is located at 500 N. Water Street on the north end of the Downtown Mall.
Also opening at the Branigan that evening is the Las Colcheras Quilt Guild’s President’s Challenge. Quilters were challenged to create quilts based on the theme “Starry, Starry Night.” Hand-quilting demonstrations will be held Wednesdays and Saturdays all month from 9 a.m. until noon. In addition, they are having a drawing for a quilt and will sell tickets during the opening and demonstrations. The drawing for the quilt will take place on Saturday, February 28, at noon, although the winner need not be present to win.
The work of ArtForms members is also visible all around Las Cruces thanks to local businesses that agree to show their art. These Art Around the Town venues include local doctor’s offices, business offices and art galleries. For a complete list, be sure to pick up a copy of the For the Love of Art Month 2009 Event Guide, a booklet that includes the studio tour maps, venue lists, and details on the numerous art shows and performances taking place during February.
ArtForms is hosting a new event this year, For the Love of Lit, which will be held Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Branigan Cultural Center. Local authors of prose or poetry will read selections of their works from the stage and offer their published books for sale. Writers who would like to participate can get on the schedule by e-mailing love-of-art@comcast.net. The organizers encourage high school and college writers to participate.
<img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/LOATomiLaPierre.jpg align=left border=1 vspace=1 hspace=5 alt="">The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library is the location of two art shows in February, both opening with receptions Friday, February 6, from 4 until 5:30 p.m. The Las Cruces Arts Association will hold their show, entitled “For the Love of Birds & Blooms,” in the Terrace Gallery on the second floor of the library. The GFWC Progress Club’s show will grace the hallways of the second floor of the library. Both exhibits will be on display throughout the month of February.
The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum on Dripping Springs Road gets into the act this year with their Arts Celebration on Thursday, February 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. They are offering both free admission and refreshments while showcasing three exhibits: “Elements from the Front Range Quilters,” “City of Artists Western Heritage Show,” and “Keith Humphries: Stories of the Old West.”
The New Mexico Watercolor Society, Southern Chapter, holds their For the Love of Art Exhibit at the Tombaugh Gallery of the Unitarian Universalist Church. Their opening reception is Sunday, February 1, from noon until 2 p.m. The gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon until 4 p.m. The gallery is located at 2000 S. Solano.
Think you know your masterpieces? Visit the Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery on Calle de Guadalupe in Mesilla and challenge yourself to match copies of the works of famous artists created by gallery members. There’s a prize for a lucky art aficionado who matches all the artists. The contest runs all month and the gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m.
The Unsettled Gallery, owned by ArtForms President Catherine Brenner, is holding a number of special events during February. On Saturday, February 7, from 1 until 4 p.m., there is a reception for fiber artists Jean McLaughlin Cowie and Patricia Gould, along with mixed media artist Peggy Brown. Their exhibit will be on display through the month. On Sunday, February 8, there will be a trunk show featuring the art of Lyn and Richard Orona. During the studio tours, Unsettled will have informal demonstrations of techniques such as silk painting, gelatin plate printing, and basket weaving. The gallery is located at 905 N. Mesquite, one block south of Spruce.
Individual artists also have events this month. Sculptor Susan Frary is celebrating the installation of her commission piece, “Quan Yin,” at the Unitarian Universalist Church meditation garden on Sunday, February 8, at 1 p.m. Watercolor artist Donna Wood will offer her paintings and cards for sale during a reception at C.R. Blossoms at 1615 N. Solano on February 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. Of course, the studio tours and Art Around the Town venues also feature numerous individual ArtForms members.
For additional information, look for a For the Love of Art Month Event Guide at locations such as the Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau, City Hall, the Museum of Art, the Branigan Cultural Center, the Rio Grande Theatre, and the Blue Gate Gallery on the Downtown Mall, the Branigan Library, the Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, Frame and Art, and at any of the other art exhibit locations. The ArtForms Web site also offers information at www.artformsnm.org. The studio tours maps are on-line at the ArtForms Web site and at www.lacrucescvb.org.
ArtForms is a non-profit organization that supports art in all its forms. Meetings are held September through June, except February. The meeting schedule is available on the Web site.
Art exhibits, receptions & celebrations
ArtForms For the Love of Art Month Member Exhibit
Branigan Cultural Center, 500 North Water Street
Art in many media by 51 ArtForms members. The exhibit opens with a reception on Fri., Feb. 6, during the Downtown Ramble from 5 – 7 p.m. During the reception, the Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music will perform. The exhibit is open Mon. through Fri. 10 – 4, Sat. 9 – 1, through Feb. 28.
Las Colcheras Quilt Guild President’s Challenge
Branigan Cultural Center, 500 North Water Street
Quilters are challenged to create a piece of art reflecting the theme Starry, Starry Night. The exhibit opens with a reception on Fri., Feb. 6, during the Downtown Ramble from 5 – 7 p.m. Hand-quilting demonstrations will take place every Wed. and Sat. in February from 9 a.m. until noon. Hours as above, through Feb. 28.
GFWC Progress Club Membership Show: “Progress” in the Arts
Branigan Library, Second Floor, 200 E. Picacho Avenue
Opening reception Fri., Feb. 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m. Show through Feb. 28.
Las Cruces Arts Association: For the Love of Birds & Blooms
Terrace Gallery of the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 2nd floor Art on display Feb. 1 – 27: Mon. – Thurs. 8 – 7, Fri. 8 – 6, Sat. 10 – 6, Sun. 1 – 5. Reception Fri., Feb. 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m.
New Mexico Watercolor Society: For the Love of Art Exhibit
Tombaugh Gallery, Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano
Water media by members of the New Mexico Watercolor Society, Southern Chapter. Art will be on display Feb. 1 through 27; gallery hours are Mon., Wed., Fri. from noon to 4 p.m. Artists reception is Sun., Feb. 1, from noon until 2 p.m.
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery: My Masterpiece
2470A Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla
Gallery artists copy works of famous artists with a multiple-choice contest form for customers to try to match in order to win a prize.
Feb. 1 – 28; Open Mon. through Sat. 10 – 5, Sun. 12 – 5
thetheatregallery at the Black Box Theatre: Photography exhibit
430 N. Downtown Mall
Photographs by Danny Wade and Patricia Cameron will be on display one hour before performances or by appointment by calling 575-523-1223. Wine and cheese reception during the Downtown Ramble on Fri., Feb. 6, from 5 – 7 p.m.
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum: Arts Celebration
4100 Dripping Springs Rd. Thurs., Feb. 5, 6 – 8 p.m. Free admission.
The celebration will showcase three exhibits: Elements from the Front Range Quilters, City of Artists Western Heritage Show and Keith Humphries: Stories of the Old West. Refreshments will be provided.
Susan Frary: Quan Yin sculpture installation ceremony
Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano
Sun., Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. A ceremony will be held in the meditation garden to commemorate the installation of this commissioned piece.
Donna A. Wood: Artist reception
C.R. Blossoms, 1615 N. Solano, Suite D
Feb. 26, 4 – 6 p.m.
Donna Wood, a watercolor artist, will offer her paintings and cards for sale during the reception.
Fundraiser
What Happens at Mardi Gras Stays at Mardi Gras!
Friday, Feb. 6, from 7 – 11 p.m. at the NMSU Golf Course ClubhouseFundraiser for ASTC with food, dancing, magic and a live art auction. Proceeds will fund the Guest Artist program of ASTC. Tickets are $30 each or two for $55 and may be purchased at the Hershel Zohn Theatre Box Office, the Pan Am Ticket Office or from ASTC Board Members.
Events at Unsettled Gallery
905 North Mesquite
Sat., Feb. 7, 1 – 4 p.m.: Reception for fiber artists Jean McLaughlin Cowie and Patricia Gould and mixed media artist Peggy Brown.
Sun., Feb. 8, 1 – 4 p.m.: Lyn and Richard Orona trunk show
Studio Tour Informal Demonstrations
Sat., Feb. 14, 10 a.m. – noon: Martha Randall Brown, watercolor and watercolor mixed media creations.
Sun., Feb. 15, 1 – 4 p.m.: Judy Licht, silk painting
Sat., Feb. 21, 10 – 12: Lois Smith, gelatin plate printing;
1 – 4 p.m.: Donald Brenner, Bromoil process
Sun., Feb. 22, 10 - 12: Donald Brenner, Bromoil process;
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Ric Rao, basket weaving
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Las Cruces, NM – February is again this year filled with love – of art. At least it is in the Mesilla Valley, where the City of Las Cruces will proclaim it to be For the Love of Art Month for the 11th year. ArtForms Artists Association coordinates the numerous activities related to performing, visual and literary arts in honor of this year’s celebration.
It wouldn’t be February without ArtForms studio tours. This year there will be 22 locations, some with several artists displaying their works. The tours occur February 14, 15, 21 and 22 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m., with some artists selecting one weekend to participate and others holding their studios open both weekends. This is a great opportunity to meet artists, see where they work, and make art purchases directly from them. Several artists will be providing demonstrations during the tours, such as those held all four days at Unsettled Gallery and the first weekend at Brian Fallstead’s studio, where he will demonstrate raku firing.
ArtForms artists will also display their art at the Branigan Cultural Center during the annual For the Love of Art Month Member Exhibit. The show features work in numerous media, including painting, watercolor, photography, sculpture, jewelry, wood, paper and more. This year, 51 artists are participating in the show that opens on Friday, February 6, from 5 to 7 p.m. during the monthly Downtown Ramble. The Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music will perform during the opening. The exhibit will be open through February 28, Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. The museum is located at 500 N. Water Street on the north end of the Downtown Mall.
Also opening at the Branigan that evening is the Las Colcheras Quilt Guild’s President’s Challenge. Quilters were challenged to create quilts based on the theme “Starry, Starry Night.” Hand-quilting demonstrations will be held Wednesdays and Saturdays all month from 9 a.m. until noon. In addition, they are having a drawing for a quilt and will sell tickets during the opening and demonstrations. The drawing for the quilt will take place on Saturday, February 28, at noon, although the winner need not be present to win.
The work of ArtForms members is also visible all around Las Cruces thanks to local businesses that agree to show their art. These Art Around the Town venues include local doctor’s offices, business offices and art galleries. For a complete list, be sure to pick up a copy of the For the Love of Art Month 2009 Event Guide, a booklet that includes the studio tour maps, venue lists, and details on the numerous art shows and performances taking place during February.
ArtForms is hosting a new event this year, For the Love of Lit, which will be held Saturday, February 28, from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Branigan Cultural Center. Local authors of prose or poetry will read selections of their works from the stage and offer their published books for sale. Writers who would like to participate can get on the schedule by e-mailing love-of-art@comcast.net. The organizers encourage high school and college writers to participate.
<img src=http://sonewmex.com/images/LOATomiLaPierre.jpg align=left border=1 vspace=1 hspace=5 alt="">The Thomas Branigan Memorial Library is the location of two art shows in February, both opening with receptions Friday, February 6, from 4 until 5:30 p.m. The Las Cruces Arts Association will hold their show, entitled “For the Love of Birds & Blooms,” in the Terrace Gallery on the second floor of the library. The GFWC Progress Club’s show will grace the hallways of the second floor of the library. Both exhibits will be on display throughout the month of February.
The New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum on Dripping Springs Road gets into the act this year with their Arts Celebration on Thursday, February 5, from 6 to 8 p.m. They are offering both free admission and refreshments while showcasing three exhibits: “Elements from the Front Range Quilters,” “City of Artists Western Heritage Show,” and “Keith Humphries: Stories of the Old West.”
The New Mexico Watercolor Society, Southern Chapter, holds their For the Love of Art Exhibit at the Tombaugh Gallery of the Unitarian Universalist Church. Their opening reception is Sunday, February 1, from noon until 2 p.m. The gallery hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from noon until 4 p.m. The gallery is located at 2000 S. Solano.
Think you know your masterpieces? Visit the Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery on Calle de Guadalupe in Mesilla and challenge yourself to match copies of the works of famous artists created by gallery members. There’s a prize for a lucky art aficionado who matches all the artists. The contest runs all month and the gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sunday from noon until 5 p.m.
The Unsettled Gallery, owned by ArtForms President Catherine Brenner, is holding a number of special events during February. On Saturday, February 7, from 1 until 4 p.m., there is a reception for fiber artists Jean McLaughlin Cowie and Patricia Gould, along with mixed media artist Peggy Brown. Their exhibit will be on display through the month. On Sunday, February 8, there will be a trunk show featuring the art of Lyn and Richard Orona. During the studio tours, Unsettled will have informal demonstrations of techniques such as silk painting, gelatin plate printing, and basket weaving. The gallery is located at 905 N. Mesquite, one block south of Spruce.
Individual artists also have events this month. Sculptor Susan Frary is celebrating the installation of her commission piece, “Quan Yin,” at the Unitarian Universalist Church meditation garden on Sunday, February 8, at 1 p.m. Watercolor artist Donna Wood will offer her paintings and cards for sale during a reception at C.R. Blossoms at 1615 N. Solano on February 26 from 4 to 6 p.m. Of course, the studio tours and Art Around the Town venues also feature numerous individual ArtForms members.
For additional information, look for a For the Love of Art Month Event Guide at locations such as the Las Cruces Convention and Visitors Bureau, City Hall, the Museum of Art, the Branigan Cultural Center, the Rio Grande Theatre, and the Blue Gate Gallery on the Downtown Mall, the Branigan Library, the Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery, Frame and Art, and at any of the other art exhibit locations. The ArtForms Web site also offers information at www.artformsnm.org. The studio tours maps are on-line at the ArtForms Web site and at www.lacrucescvb.org.
ArtForms is a non-profit organization that supports art in all its forms. Meetings are held September through June, except February. The meeting schedule is available on the Web site.
Art exhibits, receptions & celebrations
ArtForms For the Love of Art Month Member Exhibit
Branigan Cultural Center, 500 North Water Street
Art in many media by 51 ArtForms members. The exhibit opens with a reception on Fri., Feb. 6, during the Downtown Ramble from 5 – 7 p.m. During the reception, the Las Cruces Friends of Chamber Music will perform. The exhibit is open Mon. through Fri. 10 – 4, Sat. 9 – 1, through Feb. 28.
Las Colcheras Quilt Guild President’s Challenge
Branigan Cultural Center, 500 North Water Street
Quilters are challenged to create a piece of art reflecting the theme Starry, Starry Night. The exhibit opens with a reception on Fri., Feb. 6, during the Downtown Ramble from 5 – 7 p.m. Hand-quilting demonstrations will take place every Wed. and Sat. in February from 9 a.m. until noon. Hours as above, through Feb. 28.
GFWC Progress Club Membership Show: “Progress” in the Arts
Branigan Library, Second Floor, 200 E. Picacho Avenue
Opening reception Fri., Feb. 6, 4 – 5:30 p.m. Show through Feb. 28.
Las Cruces Arts Association: For the Love of Birds & Blooms
Terrace Gallery of the Thomas Branigan Memorial Library, 2nd floor Art on display Feb. 1 – 27: Mon. – Thurs. 8 – 7, Fri. 8 – 6, Sat. 10 – 6, Sun. 1 – 5. Reception Fri., Feb. 6, from 4 – 5:30 p.m.
New Mexico Watercolor Society: For the Love of Art Exhibit
Tombaugh Gallery, Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano
Water media by members of the New Mexico Watercolor Society, Southern Chapter. Art will be on display Feb. 1 through 27; gallery hours are Mon., Wed., Fri. from noon to 4 p.m. Artists reception is Sun., Feb. 1, from noon until 2 p.m.
Mesilla Valley Fine Arts Gallery: My Masterpiece
2470A Calle de Guadalupe, Mesilla
Gallery artists copy works of famous artists with a multiple-choice contest form for customers to try to match in order to win a prize.
Feb. 1 – 28; Open Mon. through Sat. 10 – 5, Sun. 12 – 5
thetheatregallery at the Black Box Theatre: Photography exhibit
430 N. Downtown Mall
Photographs by Danny Wade and Patricia Cameron will be on display one hour before performances or by appointment by calling 575-523-1223. Wine and cheese reception during the Downtown Ramble on Fri., Feb. 6, from 5 – 7 p.m.
New Mexico Farm and Ranch Heritage Museum: Arts Celebration
4100 Dripping Springs Rd. Thurs., Feb. 5, 6 – 8 p.m. Free admission.
The celebration will showcase three exhibits: Elements from the Front Range Quilters, City of Artists Western Heritage Show and Keith Humphries: Stories of the Old West. Refreshments will be provided.
Susan Frary: Quan Yin sculpture installation ceremony
Unitarian Universalist Church, 2000 S. Solano
Sun., Feb. 8, at 1 p.m. A ceremony will be held in the meditation garden to commemorate the installation of this commissioned piece.
Donna A. Wood: Artist reception
C.R. Blossoms, 1615 N. Solano, Suite D
Feb. 26, 4 – 6 p.m.
Donna Wood, a watercolor artist, will offer her paintings and cards for sale during the reception.
Fundraiser
What Happens at Mardi Gras Stays at Mardi Gras!
Friday, Feb. 6, from 7 – 11 p.m. at the NMSU Golf Course ClubhouseFundraiser for ASTC with food, dancing, magic and a live art auction. Proceeds will fund the Guest Artist program of ASTC. Tickets are $30 each or two for $55 and may be purchased at the Hershel Zohn Theatre Box Office, the Pan Am Ticket Office or from ASTC Board Members.
Events at Unsettled Gallery
905 North Mesquite
Sat., Feb. 7, 1 – 4 p.m.: Reception for fiber artists Jean McLaughlin Cowie and Patricia Gould and mixed media artist Peggy Brown.
Sun., Feb. 8, 1 – 4 p.m.: Lyn and Richard Orona trunk show
Studio Tour Informal Demonstrations
Sat., Feb. 14, 10 a.m. – noon: Martha Randall Brown, watercolor and watercolor mixed media creations.
Sun., Feb. 15, 1 – 4 p.m.: Judy Licht, silk painting
Sat., Feb. 21, 10 – 12: Lois Smith, gelatin plate printing;
1 – 4 p.m.: Donald Brenner, Bromoil process
Sun., Feb. 22, 10 - 12: Donald Brenner, Bromoil process;
10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: Ric Rao, basket weaving