DATES TO REMEMBER
Member’s Meeting, Monday, November 12, 2023, 7pm
CURRENT EXHIBIT IN THE ROWE GALLERY
‘ART OF GIFTING– WINTER WONDERLAND’
An Opening Reception is scheduled for Saturday November 4, 4pm to 6pm. ‘Gifts as Unique as Snowflakes’ will be available for purchase November 4 through December 20.
Upcoming 2024 Exhibition
2024 Member Show Prospectus Register and Pay here
FALL CLASS SCHEDULE
Fall Classes are underway. Proposals for Spring class are due to the Education Committee by January 31, 2024.
OPEN STUDIOS and Ongoing Classes Open studios do not require formal registration and can be attended once, or however many times you want. Contact the Center to obtain information from the Open Studio artist such as cost, schedule, etc. Reference the title (below) in bold and the artist if applicable.
- Model Session November 16, 10-1:00, teen – adult
- Painting with Nina, Thursday mornings 10-1:00, adult (other than model sessions the 3rd Thursday of the month)
- Painting with JerrySaturday afternoons at 1pm, oil painting
- Wednesday Night Painters with Peg Panasiti 7pm, watercolor. Anyone interested in receiving notices or updates on the Wednesday Night Painters, please send your email to Peg peg@pegspalette.com
- Oils with Jackie Moreno Tuesdays 1:30 to 4:30, Dec.12, 19. Open studio fee $19 per session.
- Nancy and Becky’s Paint and Sip, contact the Center to get on the mailing list.
Print Studio, Tuesday Open Studio will continue in the morning 10 – 1 pm and on November 21, Open Studio will go back to 1 – 4 pm. Those with prior print experience only. Must schedule in advance with Eileen Yeager, 412-491-1192 or efyeager3@gmail.com
For any Studio session, if you need more information, you can always contact GAC by phone, 724-837-6791
UPCOMING MEMBER EXHIBITS
PICTURE THIS at the GREENSBURG/HEMPFIELD LIBRARY
PICTURE THIS AT THE LIBRARY, is the collaborative effort of the Greensburg Art Center and the Greensburg-Hempfield Library. The members of the Greensburg Art Center have been very supportive in the past and are encouraged to continue to take part in this opportunity. The exhibits are free and open to the public. Would you like to exhibit it at the library next year? Contact Rose Sovyak at 412-558-0810 or rosemarysovyak@gmail.com.
HAPPENINGS AT THE GREENSBURG ART CENTER
2023 MUG SWAP For those participating in the 2023 Mug Swap, Drop off your mug addressed to the potter you were assigned at GAC by December 3. Please produce a functional/food safe mug.
A special way to honor a dedicated Artist and Friend…
Join us for lunch Thursday, November 16, 2023, 1:00 P.M.
At the Greensburg Art Center to celebrate the 100th birthday of
Nina Stahlberg
RSVP Pat Majcher majr1186@comcast.net or 724-244-6584
By Thursday, November 9
Celebrating Nina Whitfield Stahlberg! Looking back over a lifetime of achievements will be an opportunity for all of us. Some of us may be privileged to have a life as full as our honored senior artist, Nina Stahlberg. She has had a reputation as a fine artist and teacher and that is the role that we members of GAC are certainly aware; however, there are many additional aspects and achievements that occurred over her long lifetime.
Nina started painting in oils in the 1960’s at Greensburg Art Center with Mary Shaw Marohnic. Once she decided to pursue art, she frequented the art shelves at the library to comprehend the terms and procedures of her newfound hobby. Eventually, Nina offered pastel portraits to others at Greengate Mall. She soon became president of Greensburg Art Club and made “big changes” in the organization. She noted that the group was relatively small at that time.
Nina has enjoyed a variety of other accomplishments including being a mother of four sons, surviving widowhood, the loss of one son to leukemia, and being forced to take a job when her husband at age 39 was unable to work because of a heart condition called myocarditis. She held the distinction of being the first woman officer and later executive branch manager of Dollar Savings Bank in the late 1960’s. At that time, Nina had the distinction of being the head of the only “all female staff” of any institution of its kind. The group prided itself on working in “wonderful harmony” which carried over to the many customers they served. She led the pay by phone and direct deposit processes that were both novel at the time.
Her love of art was also in evidence on the walls of the bank: Nina enlisted members of Greensburg Art Club to exhibit one man shows that changed monthly.
This woman stays amazingly active today.
Lesson learned from life: Nina’s observation is that one has the sad times to then appreciate the good times in life. We can honor her by remembering her wise remarks!
REGIONAL CALL FOR ARTISTS AND GAC Member Opportunities
CALL FOR ENTRIES! Philip Dressler Center for the Arts, Somerset, PA
DON’T FEED THE ART Runs November 14 through December 14, Opening Reception Friday November 17, 6 – 8pmTo all Artists and animal lovers, this exhibit is for you! Our theme will be ALL animals – from man’s best friend to man-eating sharks. We are looking for artists to create pieces that feature animals in any medium, 2D and 3D. Throughout the duration of the exhibit, we will have many other animal related events. You will PAWS-itively have a howlin’ good time! For questions, please call or email, phone 814-443-2433, alison@laurelarts.org, or go to https://laurelarts.org/artist-call-for-entries/
Red Barn Winery European Christmas Market
Saturday December 16, 12pm to 8pm
If interested in participating, contact Kelli Brisbane Harster 917-378-6020 for more details.
REDSTONE HIGHLANDS – MURAL COMPETITION Are you or a group interested? From Kelsey Pushwa:
Hi! I am in the Lifestyle Department with Redstone Highlands, and we are launching a mural competition for someone (or a group of individuals) to create a mural at our Greensburg location in our Garden Level Unit. We would love if the Greensburg Art Center would be willing to advertise and/or provide this information to anyone that might be interested in being a part of the competition. Please reach out to my supervisor, Jill Wolfe, at 724-832-8400 Extension 3315, or by email at jiwolfe@redstone.org
There is a packet outlining all of the details, rules, and prizes associated with the competition that we can send your way!
Greensburg Art Center and City of Greensburg Parks and Recreation, Are you interested in teaching a class? Message: Hi there!
I am the Recreation Program Manager for the City of Greensburg, and I am looking to diversify the types of programming we offer to our community. That being said, I was wondering if the Greensburg Art Center would be at all interested in partnering with us to host some art classes. I am interested in providing classes in mixed media to any/all ages, or whichever would work best for the instructors. We have a meeting room inside the Kirk S. Nevin Arena that we can use to host classes, or we can have our participants attend at the Art Center. Please let me know if this is something that may be possible. I can be reached at our office number (724) 834-4880 or by email lkinkaid@greensburgpa.org Thank you! Note: Interested parties should also contact the Education Committee, Pat Majcher, Nancy Dalverny and Shirleah Kelly
Westmoreland Art Nationals Juried Art and Photography Exhibit Deadline is March 8, 2024. For more information, go to: https://artsandheritage.com/art-nationals/Westmoreland Art Murrysville Woman’s Club Art Show Received from Kathy Valkovic: Our Murrysville Woman’s Club is sponsoring our annual Art Show at the Redstone Highlands Murrysville Campus, April 21st and 22nd, 2024. This event will be judged and monetary awards presented to the artists. Experienced, Amateur, and Student artists are welcome to present their special pieces. For those artists who might be interested, please contact me (412-760-5809) or Lane Neff (724-309-8428) for an Entry Application. Thank you!
CONGRATULATIONS North Hills Art Center Congratulations to Eileen Yeager for receiving first place at the North Hills Art Center for her monotype collage titled ‘Ukrainian Wheat Fields’.
MEMBER CORRESPONDENCE
Thank You Notes for their donations were sent to:
Beverly Kohler, Marlene Barbe, Sue and Ken White, and Carloyn Falcon
Get Well Wishes sent to Don McAndrew
Sympathies for Sue Hrubes on the loss of her mother.
APPLICATIONS in the Rowe Gallery for EXHIBITIONS in the 2023/24 Years
If you or a group of artists wants to exhibit your work in our Rowe Gallery next year, APPLY NOW. Artist proposals are available on the website at greensburgartcenter.org. We have recently revised our Gallery fee to be more affordable. Check with any Gallery or Executive Committee member.
ARTIST MARKET is looking for ARTISTS 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 Artist Market 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.
SHOW YOUR SUPPORT For all of you who love the Greensburg Art Center, Show your support in a meaningful way. 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 15601
GAC MEMBERSHIP DUES
Individual – $40 Family – $70 College Students – $25
Artist market, additional – $40
Membership for 2024 is due. 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 2023!
LORETTA IS LOOKING FOR A FEW GOOD MONITORS
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 PER month, please contact Loretta at 724-837-5534 or eflow26@aol.com
ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS ALSO NEEDED:
Looking for chairs for the following committees:
- Membership
- Development
- Marketing
- Hospitality
Contact Pat Majcher (724-244-6584, majr1186@comcast) for more information.
GO Laurel Highlands contact, we are a member but need someone get involved with GO Laurel Highlands to make the membership work better for GAC.
Attend Westmoreland Heritage Meetings and give feed-back
YOU ARE NEEDED for VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES –Kindly Call or Visit GAC and leave your Name, phone number, E-mail Or from the webpage, go to: Send a message to the center (greensburgartcenter.org) or Email directly at greensburgartcenter75@gmail.com, or drop us a line via the US Mail. Label ‘Volunteer’ on the envelope.
CLASSIFIED ADS
FREE – DRAFTING BOARD: Would the lister please contact the Art Center. Yes, I misplaced your name and phone number again and we do have an interested party. My apologies. Self standing with vertical and angled adjustment. Contact the Art Center for further information.
ART RESTORATION: Painting torn while moving. Looking for someone who can restore/fix. Contact the Art Center and ask the monitor to provide the contact information (located on the kitchen bulletin board).
FREE LANCE ARTIST: Need an artist willing to paint a mural in archway of kitchen. If interested, call Sharon at 724-732-02432
SKETCHBOX EASEL (Artist Loft) & SOFT PASTELS: $80, If interested, call Marian at 724-989-5412 or 724-834-5490
Do you want something art related advertised? Contact Mary at Myeager777@gmail.com or 724-216-7477
RENTALS
KITCHEN AND/OR GALLERY If you or your group are interested in renting space a GAC for an event, consider the Kitchen and Gallery. The kitchen provides a fully functional kitchen with oven, stove top, microwave and serving ware and the Gallery to a truly impressive space to entertain. Rental fees range from $100 to $200 depending upon membership and if you need the classroom, kitchen and/or gallery. Contact the Center for more detailed information.
GAC President Vacancy: It is with regret that Jerry Scorpion is resigning as the GAC President. Jerry has taken on a new job and his schedule will not permit him to attend the necessary meetings. Jerry will continue with his Saturday afternoon Open Studios. We thank Jerry for his dedication and attention to this office. If anyone is interested in being nominated for this open position, please contact one of the Executive Board Members by November 30. In the interim, Rose Sovyak will assume Jerry’s duties until a new president can be elected.
NEWSLETTER: Send Newsletter SUBMISSIONS to Mary Yeager @myeager777@gmail.com one week before the last day of the month. Copies will be available in the GAC office.
2023 Executive Board
If you need to contact someone on the board, please call the center during normal business hours.
President: Jerry Scorpion
Vice President: Rose Sovyak
Treasurer: Pat Majcher
Secretary: Mary Yeager
Members at Large:
Sarah Hunter Peg Panasiti Linley Nagy Olga Herbert
Marcie Koynok Tami Krusper Loretta Wolfe Nancy Rusbosin