DATES TO REMEMBER
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Gallery Committee Meeting – Monday, June 3, 10am
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General Members Meeting Greensburg Art Center members, Bernie Farah and Ginger and Gary Hepler will conduct at the art center and show how to use the center’s AED. Bernie Farah is a retired, at the highest -level, paramedic. She has embraced this field as a hobby and as an instructor of instructors as a job. She has known CPR for 41 years and has taught at Southwestern Pennsylvania locations for the Westmoreland County Community College. Her students have included instructors in the region, the Police Academy, firemen, workplace safety officers, and other EMTs and Paramedics. Ginger and Gary Hepler have served as volunteer ski Patrollers at Hidden Valley Resort for over 25years. As National SKI Patrol members , they have been trained and certified annually in basic first aid, CPR and outdoor emergency care.
Monday, June 10, 7:00pm
For other specific committee meetings, please attend as directed by the committee.
CURRENT Exhibit in the Rowe Gallery
Opening June 8 FROM HANDS AND HEARTS
Debbie King & Jeanne Siecinski: June 8 through June 29 Opening Reception Saturday, June 8 from 2 – 4pm. And on Sunday, June 22 from 2 – 4pm, Debbie and Jeanne will demonstrate their watercolor and weaving techniques. All are welcome.
ADDITIONAL UPCOMING Exhibits in the Rowe Gallery
Art Neighbors Exhibition open to
Greensburg Art Center and Latrobe Art Center Members only
Please Note Correction: Delivery of artwork Saturday, June 29 (not June 28).
2024 Art Neighbors Prospectus Register Here
Submit your entries by June 24, 2024
Opening Reception Saturday, July 13, 6 to 8pm, With Café Art on Sunday, August 11, 2 – 4pm
See the GAC website for details
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ImPRESSions – Printmaking Exhibit
An exhibition featuring traditional printmaking techniques is scheduled for Sept 14 – Oct 19. This show is a collaboration between Greensburg Art Center and the Pittsburgh Print Group and open to members of both groups. The juror for prizes is Jeremiah William McCarthy, chief curator at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art. The prospectus is online at greensburgartcenter.org and in print at the Center. Entries are due August 23.
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MEMBERS EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY
‘Mi Vida’, Emily Flores Runs May 7 through June 3, 2024. The paintings of Emily Flores , a senior at Hempfield High School.
UPCOMING EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY
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Nancy Rusbosin June 13 through July 22 Opening Reception: June 13 from 5 to 7pm
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Butterfly Artists July 27 through August 28
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Doris Wood September 6 through October 11
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Loyalhanna Spinners October 18 through November 22
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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.
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.
EDUCATION
Summer Class Schedule is complete and posted on the website and in print at the Art Center. Check out the complete listing on our web page and register for your choices. Classes fill up fast so don’t delay. Drawing Dynamics and Creative Perspective with Joe Schildkamp, Peg Panasiti’s Watercolor Class, Mosaics with Rose, Oil Painting with Jackie Moreno, Drawing Sketchbook Strategies with Marcy Koynok, Batik Workshop with JD Peterson, Floral Design with JD Peterson
Summer Classes for Children Register now!
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Celebrate Art – Tuesdays June 18, 25, July 2,9,16,23, 10:30-12pm, Ages 6-11, $60
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Summer Art Camp – “Welcome To My World”, August 5-9, 9-12:00pm, Ages 6-11, $125
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Painting on Canvas – June 25.26,27, 1-3:00pm, Ages 12-18, $75
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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.
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Model Session, Third Thursday of the Month, 10-1:00pm, teen – adult
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Painting with Nina, Thursday mornings 10-1:00, adult (other than model sessions the 3rd Thursday of the month)
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Painting with JerrySaturday afternoons at 1pm, oil painting. A $4 studio is required per session.
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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.
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Oils with Jackie Moreno Open Studio will continue after May 7- Tuesdays 1:30 to 4:30, Open studio fee $19 per session.
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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
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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
Art Neighbors Exhibit The 6th annual “Art Neighbors Show” is scheduled for July 13 – August 30 at Greensburg Art Center. Entries are due June 24. The prospectus is online at greensburgartcenter.org and in print at Greensburg Art Center. This show is open to members of the Greensburg and Latrobe Art Centers. The juror for prizes is Danny Volk, assistant curator at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art.
The Philip Dressler Center for the Arts presents ART IN BLOOM, EXPLORING BOTANICALS July 18 thru August 15, Opening Reception July 19, 6pm – 8pm Entry closes at 11:59pm EST on June 20, 2024 Go to https://laurelarts.org/art-in-bloom-exploring-botanicals-exhibit-submission/
Pennsylvania Rural Arts Alliance ‘Ways of Wood’ The Artists Hand Gallery August 16 thru September 14, 2024. Entry deadline is Friday July 29. Check out the prospectus at https://files.constantcontact.com/b6fb5f7f001/52e16b9b-c0f2-49cd-8dc4-d70e25e360a6.pdf
Scottdale PA celebrates its 150th Anniversary with four Plein Air Events
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JUNE 8, 2024 – WEST OVERTON Check in times 10 am to 12pm
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JULY 20, 2024 – SCOTTDALE DOWNTOWN AND NEARBY AREAS Check in times 10 am to 12pm at the gazebo behind Rite Aid.
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AUGUST 17, 2024 – MAPLE BOTTOM FARM – FLOWER FARM in DAWSON
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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/
MEMBER CORRESPONDENCE Thank You’s sent to the following for Donations to Art on the Vine:
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Jeanne and Del Smith
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Linda and Tom James
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Phyllis Bertok
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Cathy Genard
Thank you sent to Suzanne Evancho for a general donation.
Get Well card sent to: Donnie Kalp
Thinking of you card sent to: Sue Pollins
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
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.
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
Advisor: Olga Herbert
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