November 2022 Newsletter

A SPECIAL THANKS to Beverly Koehler and Patty Benton for their generous donations. MANY THANKS to our “Facilities Committee” Joe Schildkamp and John Bixler.  Whether it’s changing a light bulb, getting GAC on track with the credit card machine or installing new parts in the ceramic kiln– No job is too BIG for these dedicated guys! John recently was able to get GAC a floor model dishwasher from Lowe for under $500; and he will install it.  Thanks, John.

Prospectus and online registration coming soon

APPLICATIONS for EXHIBITIONS in the 2023/24 Years
If you or a group of artists wants to exhibit your work in our gallery next year, APPLY NOW.  Artist proposals are available on the website at greensburgartcenter.org.  We have recently edited our Gallery Contact to be more affordable.  Check with any Gallery or Executive Committee member.

CONGRATULATIONS
The watercolor “Three Resolute Young Ladies” won Third Prize by Shirleah Kelly at the 2022 Art Show@Pitt-Greensburg.MEMBER EXHIBITIONS and AWARDS We would like to give any special award or activity recognition to MEMBERS in this Newsletter.   Kindly, submit this detailed information in an email to  Shirleah1@aol.com several days before the end of the month.

SARAH HUNTER EXHIBITION
Sarah Hunter’s Exhibition FLOURISH opens on Nov. 4 6-9pm at Borelli Cellars in the Galleria Mall, 1500 Washington Road, Mt Lebanon 15228.  This event is free and open to the public. Complimentary refreshments will be provided with wine available for purchase.Calling for NEW Artists to Display at GAC
We are looking for Artists to display and sell their fine art in our Rowe Gallery and classroom.  Items such as jewelry, fabric art, pottery, as well as small pieces of wall art are welcome.  Any medium is acceptable.   Prospective artists must be juried in by the AM committee.  Items are displayed throughout the year and concludes with our big event the  “Art of Gifting”   held during November and December.  Interested artists may contact the committee chairperson Debbie King at debbieking@yahoo.com or by the link on the GAC website greensburgartcenter.org.Opportunity for Artist Market Members Only  GAC is accepting “Small Works”.   For guidelines, please go to https://www.greensburgartcenter.org under Artist Market. Watch for more details in e-mails and Facebook.For all of you who love the Greensburg Art Center SHOW YOUR SUPPORT IN A MEANINGFUL WAY TO HELP US CONTINUE TO SERVE AS A TRUE COMMUNITY ART CENTER THROUGH YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE CENTER… donate via PayPal or at greensburgartcenter.org or Call 724-837-6791 or Mail your contribution to Greensburg Art Center, 230 Todd School Road, Greensburg, PA 15601F.Y.I.GAC MEMBERSHIP Due
Individual – $40        Family – $70.                     College Students-&25             Artist market – $40
Benefits include: 10% off classes, workshops and rentals, and with our partner businesses Eligibility for Artist Market, teaching, exhibitions in Members-Only Exhibition and auxiliary exhibits Discounts on artist commissions; voting rights; prospectus and newsletter updates
Thanks to all who have paid their dues for 2022!MONITOR MANAGER Loretta Wolfe is scheduling the volunteers and is finding substitutes when necessary.  If interested in helping by agreeing to take one 3-hour shift, please contact Loretta at 724-837-5534 or eflow26@aol.comACTIVE VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
______Attend  Westmoreland Heritage Meetings and give feed-back
______Clear weeds/ add/subtract plants on a regular basis
______Clean-up/ set-up before/ after an event
______Help secure/complete Grant information
______ Secure donations for Exhibitions
______PR/Tweet/ FB/other
______Help and/or teach Children’s classes
_____  Install exhibitions, help with mailings, receiving/picking up art
______Offer other service_________________________________
YOU ARE NEEDED –Kindly  Visit GAC and leave your Name, phone number, E-mail or  Please check the area that needs help with your contact information and mail it to :
Greensburg Art Center,  230 Todd School Road, Greensburg, PA 15601INSTAGRAM To view GAC on Instagram, go to Instagram.com. Download the free app and type in greensburgartcenterandgallery.com (all one word) in the “Search” box at the top of the page. For our members who want to share their work and be shown as a member of GAC, please send photos and comments in an email jkmoreno3@gmail.com.

Call for Proposals for Regional Artist Exhibitions:

The Westmoreland is accepting proposals for exhibitions, which are held in the Robertshaw Gallery.   Regional artists working in all media and living within a 150-mile radius of Greensburg/Pittsburgh, PA will be considered. Site-specific installations are welcome. For more information about submission guidelines, please contact Curatorial Assistant Bonnie West at 724.837.1500 x129 or bwest@thewestmoreland.org.

GAC ARCHIVES  Greensburg Art Center  roots began in 1929 and it has gradually grown.   Help documenting by
placing clippings and articles from the kitchen area bulletin boards and elsewhere to the storage area below the library sign-out clipboard.  The Historical Archive Team will determine what to keep and what not to save for historical records.

“Picture this at the Library” is a joint venture between the Greensburg Art Center and the Greensburg-Hempfield Library.   For questions or comments , please contact me at 412-558-0810 or rosemarysovyak@gmail.com.

DARKROOM Rental – Available are several enlargers and the necessary trays, sink, safe light, timers, etc. Chemicals are NOT included in the rental cost.   Photo paper is FREE. Bring your materials and have fun developing!  Cost: $5/3 hours  $25/Week     INTERESTED? Contact: Shirleah Kelly 412-915-0301 or Shirleah1@aol.com.

Send Newsletter SUBMISSIONS to Shirleah1@aol.com several days before the end of the month. Copies will be  available in the GAC office.