DATES TO REMEMBER
· Gallery Committee Meeting – Monday, May 6
· General Members Meeting and Program by Barbara Jones- Monday, May 13, 7:00 Barbara Jones will have a program at our next General Meeting. Highlights and Stories of the Westmoreland Museum of American Art’s 65 years
· Westmoreland Photography Show opened – April 19 and closes May 31
For other specific committee meetings, please attend as directed by the committee.
CURRENT Exhibit in the Rowe Gallery
‘ANYTHING GOES’
Westmoreland Society of Photography exhibits ‘ANYTHING GOES’, April 19 through May 31. The Westmoreland Photographers Society is an organization of amateur and professional photographers. The WPS is a great place to learn about photography from fellow members. www.wps.photography
ADDITIONAL UPCOMING Exhibits in the Rowe Gallery
Debbie King & Jeanne Siecinski: June 8 through June 29
Art Neighbors July 13 through August 30
Printmaking September 14 through October 19
Art of GIFTing November 11 through December 20
MEMBERS EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY ‘Mi Vida’, Emily Flores OPENING RECEPTION May 24, 5 to 7pm Runs May 7 through June 3, 2024 The paintings of Emily Flores , a senior at Hempfield High School will be on display at the Greensburg-Hempfield Library from May 7 through June 3, 2024 during regular library hours. This is in conjunction with the joint venture of the library and the Greensburg Art Center program, “Picture this at the Library.” The exhibit, entitled, “Mi Vida” is part of the Greensburg Art Center’s outreach effort. A reception for the exhibit will be held on May 24,2024 from 5-7PM and is free and open to the public.
UPCOMING EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY Nancy Rusbosin June 13 through July 22; Butterfly Artists July 27 through August 28; Doris Wood September 6 through October 11 Loyalhanna Spinners October 18 through November 22
HAPPENINGS AT THE GREENSBURG ART CENTER
CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART BUS TRIP
If you’ve never been to the Cleveland Museum of Art or have been but have not experienced the entire 500,920 square foot space, here’s your chance.
Join us on Tuesday, June 11; the bus will depart at 8:30am from the Greensburg Art Center. Expected arrival by 12 Noon. Check out the vast and famous permanent collection.
Several special exhibits which require a ticket (can be purchased upon arrival) which include: Monet in Focus, a South Korean Digital Immersive Experience, Barbara Bosworth Photography and a special exhibition “Africa and Byzantium“ that examines the art and faith (Christianity, Judaism and Islam) of historical kingdoms of Egypt and Sudan. The ‘Africa and Byzantium’ exhibit is an additional cost payable directly to the museum. Tickets for this exhibit can be purchased in advance on line, or the day of the tour. Lunch and snacks are available in Provenance Cafe – open until 4pm. Bus to depart museum at 4:30 pm with a rest stop / fast food stop before returning to GAC by 8:30pm. $65.00 per person. Stop into the Art Center to sign up. Group Highlights Tour of permanent collection included.
ART ON THE VINE – POP ART Congratulations and THANK YOU goes out all of the members of GAC who participated in creating and implementing another amazing event for “Art on the Vine.” “POP ART” was a great success! Pat Majcher and her committee implemented an amazing array of decorations and food tables that were complemented by the flavorful wines of Greendance Winery. The “Silent Auction” committee are to be commended for the hard work and creative design of the very successful auction exhibit in the classroom. Once again, the support of the art community was out in force to take part in the fun, great food and friendly conversations that enhanced a celebration of Art in a contemporary style. The Art Center is very grateful for everyone’s hard work and dedication to preserving art in our community!
SILENT AUCTION for ART ON THE VINE
The Silent Auction was a big success but only thanks to those that contributed (and those that hung it up on the wall). Greensburg Art Center would like to thank all those artists that contributed to this event: Ginger Hepler, Rose Sovyak, Shirleah Kelly, Judy Lauso, Nicole Chmel Brown, Janice Decker, Dorine Currie, Marla Kalning, Alice O’Brien, Tami Krusper, Debbie King, Marcy Koynok, Mary Yeager, Donna Kantorik, Judy Smith, Becky Mormack, Pay Majcher, Justine Rauso, Linley Nagy, Nancy Anderson, Peg Panasiti, Nancy Rusbosin, Donna Sheridan, Marine Ruth, Ron Korczynski, Polly O’Hara, Thomas Bothe, Marcia Gilbert, Johanna Sheppard, Aline Sherwood, C.J. Witkowski, Susan Wisneski and Donnie Kalp.
The Silent Auction Art was complemented by contributions of local businesses. Please, support the businesses that support the Greensburg Art Center. They are: Helltown Brewery, Mt. Pleasant; All Saints Brewery, Greensburg; Yough River Brewing, Connellsville; Iron Rock Tap House, Greensburg; Sharky’s Café and Ricolita’s Cafe, Latrobe; Norvelt Golf Course, Norvelt; and Mt. Odin Golf Course, Greensburg.
EDUCATION
Summer Classes will be starting before you know it. Check out the complete listing on our web page and register for your choices. The Summer class flyer will be printed and posted later in May. You can also stop in the Art Center and pick up a flyer. Classes fill up fast so don’t delay.
Peg Panasiti’s Watercolor Class is rescheduled for May 29, June 5, 12, & 19. There are still openings for registration.
Summer Classes for Children – already scheduled are:
- Classes and Camps for Summer – Register now!
- Celebrate Art – Tuesdays June 18, 25, July 2,9,16,23, 10:30-12pm, Ages 6-11, $60
- Summer Art Camp – “Welcome To My World”, August 5-9, 9-12:00pm, Ages 6-11, $125
- Painting on Canvas – June 25.26,27, 1-3:00pm, Ages 12-18, $75
- Create a Graphic Novel – July 30,31, Aug 1, 1-3:00, Ages 12-18, $60
ATTENTION FIGURE DRAWING ARTISTS!
Attention Figure Drawing Artists and those who want to give drawing the figure a try! A small group of us meet monthly to take advantage of the opportunity to sit before a person from our midst who poses for us. Try asking your friend or spouse to do this and you will see the value of having a willing volunteer as a model! Never fear!! We take the opportunity to share tips and strategies with ways each of us has discovered to get a successful drawing on canvas or paper. This is a no intimidation zone. We do not always end up with a masterpiece, but we can certainly enjoy accepting the challenge. Figure Drawing meets the third Thursday of each month from 10 am to 1pm.You may incorporate whatever medium and approach you may choose or come just to observe before jumping in to paint or sketch. Just a reminder that our charge of just $10.00 includes both model and building use fee.
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, Third Thursday of the Month, 10-1:00pm, teen – adult
- Painting with Nina, Thursday mornings 10-1:00, adult (other than model sessions the 3rd Thursday of the month)
- Painting with Jerry Saturday afternoons at 1pm, oil painting. A $4 studio is required per session.
- 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 Class will continue through the winter months. Make sure Peg has your email in the event of a cancellation due to weather.
- Oils with Jackie Moreno Open Studio will continue after May 7- Tuesdays 1:30 to 4:30, Open studio fee $19 per session.
- · Print Studio, Open Studio will continue after April 30. Tuesday Open Studio is 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
REGIONAL CALL FOR ARTISTS AND GAC Member Opportunities
TOUCHSTONE CENTER FOR CRAFTS DISTINCTIVE DRINKWARE 2nd annual national juried exhibition with a concentration of ‘Distinctive Drinkware’. This exhibit includes ceramics and even metal designs. Go to the Touchstone website for more information. Applications will be accepted online from May 1 through June 1 at touchstonecrafts.org
THE BUTLER ART CENTER AND GALLERY are hosting the “Celebration of the Arts”- 2024 Celebration of Art Exhibit, July 14-August 10, 2024 It is a juried exhibition highlighting the works of artists from the Tri-State area. This exhibition is open to artists living in Pennsylvania, Ohio, or West Virginia who are at least 18 years of age. The award for Best in Show will be $500.00. There will be up to $2,000.00 in other cash awards. The Butler Art Center & Gallery at 344 S. Main Street, Butler, PA 16001. (724) 283-6922 Registration deadline is June 1, 2024, by 5:00pm. For registration, go to: https://www.cognitoforms.com/ButlerArtCenterGallery/_2024CelebrationOfArtExhibitJuly14August102024
Scottdale PA celebrates its 150th Anniversary with four Plein Air Events
- MAY 18, 2024 – SCOTTDALE DOWNTOWN AND NEARBY AREAS – Check in at the Gazebo, behind Rite Aid Pharmacy. Check in times 10 am to 12pm. Discounts at local eateries are available at check in.
- JUNE 8, 2024 – WEST OVERTON
- JULY 20, 2024 – SCOTTDALE DOWNTOWN AND NEARBY AREAS
- AUGUST 17, 2024 – MAPLE BOTTOM FARM – FLOWER FARM in DAWSON
- SEPTEMBER 20-22 – EXHIBIT AT THE SCOTTDALE FALL FESTIVAL This exhibit will be judged but your works are not juried into the exhibit, $1,000 in prizes awarded, categories include A) Oil, Watercolor, Acrylic, Pastels, Pencil, Charcoal, mixed media, B) Youth Art Work (grades 1-6), C) Youth Art Work (grades 7 -12). The fee is only $10, for one or all four locations. We only ask the artist to submit at least one piece for sale at the exhibit to be held September 20-22 during Scottdale’s Fall Festival. There is no fee for the Youth categories. Details and the prospectus are posted on https://www.scottdalehistoricalsociety.com/scottdale-150/150th-anniversary-events/
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 in 2025? Contact Rose Sovyak at 412-558-0810 or rosemarysovyak@gmail.com.
MEMBER CORRESPONDENCE
- Thank you to Donna Merrits for continuing the clean up of the triangle near Humphrey Road.
- Art on the Vine Donations – THANK YOU to Mabel Shaner and Dr. and Mrs. Bill Scheeren, George and Linda Austin for their donations.
- Get Well Wishes to John Bixler, Sue Pollins and Peg Panasiti
- Sympathies go out to Nancy and Gene Dalverny
Please contact Mary Jennings if you would like correspondence from the Art Center sent out. Her new email address is mary235@gmail.com or mjartctr@gmail.com
APPLICATIONS in the Rowe Gallery for EXHIBITIONS in the year 2025 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 debra_j_king@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 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 NEEDED
THIS IS NEW !!!! KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS SERVICE HOURS FOR SCHOOL? Many students in Westmoreland County are required to perform a specific number of community service hours for their school requirements. PERFECT! The Greensburg Art Center (a nonprofit organization in Hempfield Twp., adjacent to Route 30) is forming a Garden Committee. We’d like to invite YOU to call Rose Sovyak at 412-558-0810 for more information. Volunteering at the Art Center is a great way to fulfill your community service hours. Plus, you can have fun getting dirty, and at the same time “save the knees’ of grandmothers!
Looking for chairs for the following committees:
Membership Contact Pat Majcher (724-244-6584, majr1186@comcast) for more information.
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
SEMI-PRECISION GEMS – A GAC member has offered our members who design jewelry an incredible deal for purchasing semi-precious gems of many varieties. Each gem is ½ off the listed price that it was purchased for. Please contact Rose Sovyak for more details or to arrange a meeting to view the gems. This deal is available to any member, not just our amazing jewelry designers. You can contact Rose at 412-558-0810.
WISSMACH GLASS COMPANY – Save the Date to Celebrate and Shop, FALL FACTORY SALE, Friday October 11, 8am to 4pm and Saturday October 12, 8am to 12pm. Best Prices of the year on Factory Outlet exclusives in Art Glass, COE 96 Kiln Glass and Furnace Glass. Paul Wissmach Glass Company, 420 Stephens Street, Paden City, WV 26159 Pittsburgh Glass Center, 5472 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 – Saturday, October 12, 1 to 4pm; Celebrate Wissmach 120th Anniversary. See Pittsburgh Glass Center’s brand new state of the art building expansion; Wissmach history display; Watch various glass classes in action; Pop up exhibition of artwork made with Wissmach Glass Products.
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 to buy or sell something art related? 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.
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.
2023-2024 Executive Board
If you need to contact someone on the board, please call the center during normal business hours.
President: Rose Sovyak Members at Large
Vice President: Marcia Koynok Sarah Hunter Peg Panasiti
Treasurer: Pat Majcher Tami Krusper Loretta Wolfe
Secretary: Mary Yeager Linley Nagy Nancy Rusbosin
… Donna Merritts Olga Herb