Plainfield Art League
Upcoming Events For May – 2011
A Big Congratulations!!!
Congratulations to PAL members Al Tampa, who won "Best of Show" for his oil painting entitled "Helping Hands," and to Gloria Moses, who won "Honorable Mention" for her oil painting entitled "Dancer in Red," at the Alliance of Fine Art "Best of the Best" show at Mayslake, Oak Brook! Also congratulations to PAL members Mike Bessler and Courtney Weed who both sold their pieces at the show! Way to go!
PAL is Moving in May!
In March, we were notified by our current landlord that a paying tenant was found for PAL's space. Through some discussion, it was decided that we would vacate the space May 21St. Although we do not have a new permanent residence for PAL, there is good news! The very nice people at Limestone Brewery, north on Rt 59, have graciously agreed to allow us to hold our meetings, demos, workshops and occasional open studios there and are encouraging us to also hold our exhibits there as "Saturday Art Shows" (from noon to 4pm with artwork for sale) where members could then vote on "Best of Theme," etc. Limestone has wonderful meeting rooms and a stage area for our shows, all with easy access. Further opportunities for showing art at Limestone are also being discussed and more details will be forthcoming. We are very optimistic that the benefits of this collaboration will be fruitful for PAL's artists.
We are still looking for a permanent, longer-term home for PAL. If you know of any available space that might be donated or rented at a reduced rate to our organization, please let the Board know.
ON THE MOVE.... If anyone is available to volunteer to help pack up and clean out our old space, please let us know. We would appreciate the help! We will be doing some clean up at the studio starting Saturday, May 14th and will be officially moving out starting May 21 around 10am. We will also be needing a couple trucks to haul larger items. If you can, stop by and lend a hand. Thanks!
PAL Board Elections:
Annual elections for PAL's Board will be held at Limestone Brewery during next week's member's meeting on Wednesday, May 11th. The following positions are still in need of filling: Vice President and Exhibit Coordinator. We need the gift of your time and talents to help PAL to continue to survive and thrive. The jobs are not time-intensive but FUN. Please consider volunteering in any way you can...PAL needs YOU!
Current "Burst of Color" Exhibit Pick-up:
Because of the imminent move, pick-up for the current "Burst of Color" exhibit at the gallery will be from Friday, May 13 - noon to 4pm & Saturday, May 14th – 10:00am – 1pm. If you are unable to pick up your artwork at these times, please call to make other arrangements.
May Demo Info:
In our May demo, speaker Ed Hart will discuss and entertain questions on the topic - "The Business of Art: It Is About People." This demo will be held at Limestone Brewery on May 11, 2011.
***Ed Hart, husband and manager of professional artist, Pamela Hart, will speak on diverse ways for artists to market their artwork to the public and what it takes to "take your art sales to the next level." Discussion will include how to put today's technology to use, showing at art fairs, approaching galleries and other practical advice for marketing your artwork. For those artists who want to sell a few pieces or for those who aspire to make art their full time job, this is a terrific opportunity to learn the secrets to successful art marketing from a full-time art entrepreneur. You can visit their website here: www.HartsArt.com
Call for Artists – Gallery At Plainfield School District 202:
If you are interested in showing off your framed, ready-to-hang artwork in a local venue, PAL has been asked to show their work at the Plainfield District 202 building from now, May, until the end of June/beginning of July. You can drop off your ready-to-hang artwork [NO sawtooth hangers] any time between 7am and 3pm this week and next. Please ask for Ryan Boyce who will assist you.
The gallery is located on Howard Street in Plainfield, on the second floor. Cross streets are Rt. 30 and Renwick, located near Pioneer Lanes and Central Elementary. The building is pale yellow.
Each member may bring 3 – 5 pieces, there is plenty of room. Please remember that all PAL exhibit rules still apply for this show and they have the same display system as we have.
Dist. 202 offices:
15732 Howard Street
Plainfield IL 60544
(815) 577-4014
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With all the changes taking place at PAL, we realize it will take some time to settle into a new routine where everyone feels comfortable. Please bear with us!
As always, if you have any questions about the above topics/events, classes, exhibits or other PAL related info, please feel free to contact us via email or call the PAL number below. We will be updating everyone as we go. Thanks for being a part of the PAL family and have a wonderfully creative month!
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Plainfield Art League
815-556-9278
info@plainfieldartleague.orgwww.plainfieldartleague.org16108 Route 59, Suite 104
Plainfield, IL 60586
