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ANNE LLOYD GALLERYat a glance

Spring 2016 VOL. 51, ED 2

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YOUNG ARTISTS SHOWCASE

REVELATIONS

Artist: Glen C. Davies

Artist: Adam Long

wiNE, fOOD, fRiENDs, thE ARtsEach year, the Decatur Area Arts Council welcomes nearly 600 people to Corks & Forks for an evening of fine wine and notable cuisine from the area’s finest food establishments and caterers. Hosts George & Carol Streck-

fuss and Jeff & McKenzie Sloan invite you to join friends and neighbors for the premiere social event of Decatur’s spring season. Celebrate this terrific annual fundraiser while support-ing the work of the Decatur Area Arts Council. The De-canter Fine Wine and Spirits is again coordinating the wine selections, with a por-tion of the evening’s wine sales benefiting the Decatur Area Arts Council.

Be sure to bid in our silent auction (good old fashioned pen and paper) for sports tickets, original artwork, unique experiences and more. Come casual or dressy, but come prepared for fun!

Thank you to event sponsors Tate & Lyle and Peggy Madden and Dick Phillips for their support.

tickets for the main event:$50 in advance; $55 at the door.

Online at decaturarts.org or call 217-423-3189

Vino inspired People (V.i.P.) Event

The V.I.P. event is held 5-6:30 p.m., prior to the main event. It offers guests exclusive premium wines and exclusive food that compliments the wine selec-tion. Learn why the pairings are perfect on your palette and have the opportunity to purchase these exclusive wines.

In addition to fine wine and cuisine, you will receive first entrance to the main event with no waiting in line.

Tickets for the V.I.P. are $125 per person and are very limited, so make your reservation today!

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thebeat goes on}OUR MissiON:Introduce and promote the arts, enhance arts educational opportunities, and increase the impact of and access to the arts to improve the quality of life in the community.

so Many ways to support DAACBecome a member! Complete and return the membership form on the back of this ARTSbeat, call 217-423-3189 or go to decaturarts.org/support-arts.

Give a gift of appreciated assets or provide a bequest in your will or estate plans. Check the “contact me” box on the member-ship form or call with questions.

sponsor a program! You, a group of friends, or your business can help bring great programs to life, such as gallery exhibits, public art projects, art classes, Loft 125 events, and community art-making events.

Make a major gift to support specific programs and needs for DAAC.

ARTSbeat is published quarterly by the Decatur Area Arts Council.217-423-3189 • 217-423-3194 (fax) • www.decaturarts.org • arts4all@decaturarts.org

Sponsored in part by a grant from the Illinois Arts Council Agency.

A simple GiftSpring is the time when Decatur Area Arts Council asks the community to renew its commitment to the arts in the form of a financial gift. Our local arts are among the most important ties that bind us together as a community and your generosity is the key to keeping that con-nection strong.

Your annual support makes you more than a DAAC member. You become part of an organization that creates programs where they are otherwise lacking and strengthens the efforts of our area arts partners.

Please complete the membership form on the back of this newsletter or use our online donation option at decaturarts.org/membership.

Thank you!

stairway of songs CompleteA whimsical, musical fundraiser in support of the Madden Arts Center when the building was first renovated, the Stairway of Songs is now complete. Each stair representing a donor’s favorite song was painted by a local artist. Here are the most recent additions installed in the past year.

tampico / June Christy & Yakety sax / Boots RandolphArtist: Jami Fawley Donor: Jack and Barb McCoy

the first time Ever i saw Your faceArtist: Connie Werkman Donor: Jack and Barb McCoy

Always On My MindArtist: Katie Baird Donor: Jack and Barb McCoy

when a Man Loves a womanArtist: Don GruberDonor: Jack and Barb McCoy

UnforgettableArtist: Connie BrewsterDonor: Jack and Barb McCoy

I’m Your LadyArtist: Molly HeiseDonor: Jack and Barb McCoy

when Day is DoneArtist: Sue Watts Donor: Helen Hazlehurst

the Lady in RedArtist: Cindy LewisDonor: Jack and Barb McCoy

JERRY JOHNSONexecutive director

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A Night of PoetryMonday, April 11 - 6:30-8:30 pm

The poetic word can make you laugh, bring a tear to your eye, conjure images and provoke thought. As part of National Poetry Month, the twelfth annual Night of Poetry celebrates this art form by spotlighting area poets pre-senting original works plus original music per-formed by Kelsey Meredith. Featured readers include local poets and Millikin faculty and students, such as Randy Brooks, Tim Waller, Phil Shils, Carmella Braniger, Ron Lybarger, Stephen Frech, and Abigail Wieser. All poets, novice or experienced, are invited to share their verse during the mid-evening open mic session. Our thanks to collabo-rator Bronze Man Books for teaming with DAAC to host this free event. Light snacks and beverages will be provided.

Arts in Central ParkJoin us September 17 and 18 for Arts in Cen-tral Park, a juried fine arts fair in Central Park in downtown Decatur. This free, family event features a variety of art-work including jewelry, pottery, metal sculp-tures, blown glass, fiber arts, paintings, activities for kids, and more.

If you are an artist and interested in being an exhibiting artist, the application can be found online at www.decaturarts.org or call 217-423-3189.

Application deadline is June 1, 2016.

Grants support Local ArtsThe following not-for-profit organizations have been awarded grants from the February 2016 grant dead-line.

• Macon Piatt special Education - Painting /visual arts instruction for young people with disabilities, cul-minating in a public exhibit at the Decatur Area Arts Council.

• Richland Community College - Hands-on art fair at RCC.

• Children’s Museum of Illinois - Music camp for kids 5–8 years old.

• Decatur Choral society/Opus 24 - Commission a choral piece for their 25th anniversary concert.

• Millikin University - Music camp for K–2nd grade students.

• theatre 7 - Help with the rental cost of puppets for the upcoming production.

• Meridian high school - Help with the cost of hair/make up persons, plus assistance from a vocal coach.

The next grant deadline is May 1, 2016. For applica-tions or further information, visit our website at de-caturarts.org/grants or call 217-423-3189.

Funds for these grants supplied through the National Endowment for the Arts, the Illinois Arts Council Agen-cy, the Decatur Area Arts Council, and Tate & Lyle.

theatre Bus tripsJoin us for two great shows at The Fabulous Fox Theatre in St. Louis. Ticket price includes outstand-ing seats, delicious buffet lunch at The Fox, the bus ride and driver’s tip, plus treats on the way home.

Tickets are available for:•Bridges of Madison County – Thursday, April 14,

2016. A two-time Tony Award winning musi-cal based on the best selling novel of the same name, this is an unforgettable story of two people caught between decision and desire.•The Sound of Music – Thursday, May 5, 2016. The

hills are alive! This is the 50th anniversary of The Sound of Music with a brand new production! “We plan to look more closely at this remarkable work – to tear off the varnish of the past and reveal one of the great, fresh glories of musical theater,” says three-time Tony Award® winning Director Jack O’Brien.

Call today to make your reservation, 217-423-3189.

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anne lloyd gallery exhibitions

CAUGht iN thE MiDDLEwilliam h. thielen

April 1-28William H. Thielen employs the language of abstraction in his oversized works constructed of wooden shapes. For him, “the process of abstraction is one of spontaneity, flexibility,

and trusting the intuitive nature of the act.” He deals with extremes, how they need each other to define each other, and the tension that is created when opposites are thrust together. Using a juxtapo-sition of geometric pat-terns with freehand shapes and line, he stimulates a feeling that the viewer must somehow resolve. Sometimes black and white motifs reminiscent of op art dominate while other times bright colors do.

A full-time studio artist from Carbondale, IL, Bill earned his M.F.A. in fibers after concentrating on painting for his under-graduate degree. He has produced award-winning art, exhib-ited throughout the U.S., received grants, conducted lectures, and has been featured in numerous publications.

Gallery walk April 1, 5-7:30 pm• Madden Arts Center: interactive family-friendly event

• 2nd floor/Schmalz Classroom: 5:30 & 6:30 pm. Haiku Cut! A fun, improvisational haiku contest present-ed by Dr. Randy Brooks and Millikin University students. You suggest topics and judge the haiku results.

• 2nd floor/Barnett Studio: Art-making for all ages! Ab-stract art with geometrics.

• 3rd Floor: Macon County High School Art Show, present-ed by Gallery 510

• Gallery 510 featured artist: Jane Frey, oil painting• Blue Connection: Ceramics & sculptures by Jared Britton,

Danna Herbach, Rachel Quanstrom, Amy Woods, and Nata-lie Zelman. Artist talk at 6 pm.

BARN COLONY ARtists ANNUAL ExhiBitMay 4 – 27Did you know that the local Barn Colony Artists – fifty plus members strong - meet weekly at the Madden Arts Center to learn, encourage and support each other’s art endeavors? Come see the cre-ative results of their past year, including watercolor and oil paintings, drawings, photography, ceramics and more. Each May their annual exhibit showcases the individuality of the artists through varied styles and subject matter. You are sure to find a favorite piece so stop by to enjoy and cast your vote for the People’s Choice Award anytime from May 6-13.

Gallery walk May 6, 5-7:30 pm • 3rd Floor Madden Arts Center: Decatur

Public Schools Middle / High School Art Show

• Gallery 510 featured artist: Rae Nell Spencer, watercolor paintings

• Blue Connection: Exhibits curated by Blue Connection Gallery Team. Artist talk at 6 pm.

Artist - Jim Morrison

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Youth field trips!Area non-profit youth groups are encouraged to participate in DAAC’s Experience: ART field trips to the CUBA! exhibit. For ages 7 and up, the experience includes a “treasure hunt” of art elements to be found within the exhibit and a hands-on activity creating a tradi-tional craft. Contact 217-423-3189 to arrange a field trip.

international Arts Experience 2016

CUBA!June 3 – July 28Over the past fifty years, Americans have come to regard Cuba as “the forbidden fruit.” Curiosity runs deep and interest in the latest possibilities of a more open policy runs high. In Cuba, a country of contrasts, dilapidated buildings stand in the midst of much lively and colorful music, art and dance. While poverty abounds, the people find pleasure in life. A diverse mixture of Cu-ban, European, African, American, Chinese and Russian influences has produced an intriguing and rich culture that’s seemingly frozen in time (gotta love those vintage cars!)

The 2016 exhibit features the work of two local photographers, Sally McGuire and Virginia Kickle, whose photographs from recent trips to Cuba document many aspects of life on the island. Together with original art work – paintings, sculptures, pottery, cigar box illustrations – and arti-facts like musical instruments and dolls, the story of Cuba un-folds.

Opening Cultural Event friday, June 3, 5-7:30 pm. Open free to public.No passport required on Friday evening, June 3 when the entire Madden Arts Center comes alive with a Cuban experience! It’s a great outing for the entire family. Get a visual and read about Cuba as you tour the exhibit in the gallery. Create your own Cuban-inspired art piece. Groove to the sounds of authentic Cu-ban music and tease your taste buds with some delicious Cuban foods prepared by the Beach House.

Gallery walk June 3, 5-7:30 pm • Gallery 510 featured artist: Sharon Zimmerman, watercolors &

acrylic• Blue Connection: Exhibits curated by Blue Connection Gallery

Team. Artist talk at 6 pm.

international Arts CampTake a trip around the world with-out leaving Decatur! Learn about the exciting arts and cultures from across the globe as you use a vari-ety of art materials to create your own masterpieces. Learn about Cuba, Japan, Africa, Sweden and France as you create colorful mosaics, animal sculptures and prints, vibrant paintings, cut paper designs, weaving and much more.

the Art of the AirbrushPresented by Ed Lozano, Apache Graphics Art

wednesday, May 11, 2016 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Learn about the art of the airbrush... how it’s done and how the airbrush still has a significant place in the art world.

To reserve your spot, call 217-423-3189 or email arts4all@decaturarts.org.

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members+ENR ICHING YOUR ARTS EXPER IE N C E S

Ask about our scholarships for classes and field trips offered to those who cannot otherwise afford to attend.

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The Decatur Mini Maker Faire of Central Illinois is a a family-friendly festival of invention, creativity, resourcefulness, and a celebration of the popular maker movement, Saturday, April 9, 2016 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at University of Illinois Extension on the campus of Richland Community College.

Part science fair, part county fair, and part some-thing entirely new, the Maker Faire is an all-ages gathering of tech enthusiasts, crafters, educators, tinkerers, hobbyists, engineers, science clubs, au-thors, artists, students and commercial exhibitors to share what they have learned.

For more information, call 217-877-6042.

Decatur Area Arts Council is a proud partner of the Decatur Mini Maker Faire of Central Illinois!

summer 2016 ClassesDates and times to be announced. Keep an eye on our website!

Art Camps• Art with the Masters Camp – James Rizzi, Keith

Haring, Frida Kahlo, Joan Miro, Gustavo Ramirez Cruz

• International Arts Camp – Cuba, Japan, Africa, Sweden, France

family Events• Lego Pizza Party• American Girl Doll Party• Minecraft Pizza Party

saturday and afternoon classes• Clothespin Dolls• Fashion Design• Shopkins or Super Hero Gumball Machine

Candy Dish• Mini Fairy House or Cottage and Furniture• Polymer Clay Animals and Figures• Vibrant Patterned Fish Paintings• Paper Animal Portraits• Comic Book and Super Hero Drawing

Cocktails and Creations (Adults only)• Alcohol Ink Candle Holder and Pendant• Easy Zentangle Designs• Silhouette Tree Painting• Paper Flower Canvas Art

free senior Classes• Lavish Landscapes• Vibrant Patterned Fish Painting• African Watercolor Silhouette Painting• Laurel Burch Cats• Easy Still Life• Paper Animal Portraits

ARts EDUCAtiONThere was lots going on this spring at the Decatur Area Arts Council, including Shopkins and Star Wars events, amazing art classes, homeschool and afterschool drawing classes, and free seniors class-es. We still have arts experiences available, and we are gearing up for our busy summer schedule!

spring 2016 Classes Register online at www.decaturarts.org or call 217-423-3189.

After school Art Classes (ages 6 and up) • Painting Skills and Techniques

Tues., April 26-May 31, 4-5:30pm

saturday Classes (ages 6-adult) • Gorgeous Gelli Prints

Sat., April 9, 10:30am-12:30pm• Woodland Friends Workshop (Bring Lunch)

Sat., April 30, 10:30am-1:30pm

Cocktails and Creations (Adults only) • Mixed Media Tea Cups

Thurs., April 14, 6-8pm• Easy Painted Peacocks

Thurs., May 12, 6-8pm

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newsbeat what’s happening on the local arts scene

Claudette DavisMarilyn DavisJillian Devereux-PetersDr. Alan FrigyShani Goss

board of directors

Peggy MaddenCroci MandracchiaEric McRaeNgozi OnuoraChris Phillips

Josh RohrscheibMichael SextonDaniel WeissRachael WileyVicki Wrigley

Jerry Johnson Executive DirectorStella Carnahan Administrative DirectorSue Powell Gallery DirectorJenny Cowgill Arts Education CoordinatorCathy Briggs Events & Services CoordinatorPeggy Baity Administrative AssistantGwen Montgomery Administrative Assistant

Wes Shade PresidentEric McCrae Vice PresidentTrisha Erickson SecretaryLance Gauble TreasurerErick Hubbard Past President

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2015 Annual fund ContributorsThe following names were omitted from our last newsletter due to newsletter deadlines:

$1,000-4,999Dr. and Mrs. Edward ElliottMs. Kem KowaBruce and Kay NimsMr. and Mrs. Jim RomanoDr. and Mrs. Michael SichlauDr. and Mrs. James L. Wade

$500-999Barbara and John DunnWyllene GriffyDan and Cindi LarsonMr. and Mrs. David SnoeyenbosChris and Patrick White

$250-499Alan and June BilyeuMr. and Mrs. Thomas HostetlerMr. and Mrs. John McClarey

$100-149Mr. and Mrs. Chuck BeckKatherine BetzJohn and Cheryl BradleyMarianne and Scott DunlapDr. and Mrs. Robert FarringtonMr. and Mrs. Larry Haab

Tom and Carole HillTerry Beer and Diana KnaebeDr. and Mrs. Anthony

McCormackMr. and Mrs. Everett Nicholas, Jr.Eileen Ruski

$50-99Mr. and Mrs. Tom DoxsieMs. Nancy EichenauerJeanette and Mark FlennerMr. George HillMr. and Mrs. Gary LikinsBruce LeonardSusan MartinPatric and Marcia NielsenMr. and Mrs. Daniel Tutko

$35-49Ms. Carolyn ErnstJoan and Robert HedgcockMs. Diane Keller

$1-34Dr. Jan DevoreBob and Jo MillerNadine Wimmer

Endowed MembershipsBarbara and Charles AhleniusMr. and Mrs. Larry AltenbaumerErwin and Linda ArendsDuane and Joan AvisMr. and Mrs. Ritchie G. BarnettSue and Kevin BrehenyBob and Judy CarneyMr. and Mrs. Tom DickesBarbara and Douglas DoveNancy EichenauerDr. and Mrs. Edward ElliottEloy FamilyAlan and Elizabeth FrigyNancy FritzMr. and Mrs. Thomas HostetlerArdith HubbardCindy and Pat LaegelerBruce LeonardDr. and Mrs. Jon LockeMrs. Margaret MaddenCharlotte Hanks and Tom MalenshekMr. and Mrs. Jack McCoyScott and Lucy MurphyJohn Larcher and Beth NolanJames OlsonJohn and Judy RiceChris and Karen RileyMr. and Mrs. Jim RomanoMr. and Mrs. Doug SchmalzDr. and Mrs. Michael SichlauMr. and Mrs. Robert W. SmithDana and Wally SparksDonald and Sarah WachterChris and Patrick WhiteMike and Kathie WhitleyBetty Zeaman

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