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Farmington Valley Arts Center Newsletter - January 2024

Arts and Entertainment

January 24, 2024

From: Farmington Valley Arts Center

Explore unique designs and outstanding craftsmanship of local artists and artisans

Sweets for the Sweet

Choco L’art

An Afternoon of Chocolate, Art & Music

Saturday, February 3, 2024 from 12 – 4 PM

An artful afternoon featuring chocolate confections, open studios, galleries, and live music with Dylan Healy. Prizes too! Join us for a super sweet Saturday!

Fresh Picks: January Blues

Artwork by Barbara Hocker, Beth Reynolds, Silver Street Studio, and Lois Matson

NEW in the Gallery

Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature with Mo Myra's latest en plein air watercolor landscapes. She artfully incorporates elements from the actual environment she paints, capturing the essence of our local scenery. Using water from waterfall or river to wet her brush adds authenticity to each masterpiece.

Current Exhibit

The FVAC Studio Artists created a collaborative piece for a December exhibit at the JCC Greater Hartford entitled Under One Roof, which is the focal point of this show. In addition to the group work, each artist has submitted an additonal piece which shows the diverse media and styles of our community. Up through 1/27.

Workshops

Little Night Studio

Enjoy an evening of art-making in a fun and engaging way surrounded by the creative environment of Fisher Gift Gallery!

Berry Bliss: A Soft Pastel Workshop with Karen Israel

Friday, February 16, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Glass Fusion Workshop: Crafting Personalized Plates with Phoebe Katzin

Friday, March 22, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Painting with Paper: Abstract Landscape with Carol Kaplan

Friday, March 22, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Let it Flow: Watercolor Workshop with Lori Racicot

Friday, April 26, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

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Don't Miss This!

Creative Escape

March 24, 2024 from 9 – 4 PM

Join us for a day-long creative journey that will spark your joy of artmaking!

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Call for Artists

Community Calls: Poetic Palette

Fisher Gallery: February 3 – 24, 2024

Opening Reception: February 3, 2024 from 2-4 PM

Join us for the inaugural Community Calls of 2024, welcoming submissions from artists and creatives. Artists are invited to submit 2-D or 3-D work in all media and styles in response to the written word: poetry, prose, lyrics, and everything in between. Unleash your imagination in this unique fusion of visual and literary arts! Deadline January 31st.

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Upcoming Exhibits

Poetic Palette

Explore the entries from our first Community Calls of 2024 in response to the theme "Poetic Palette," which will be displayed in the Fisher Gift Gallery throughout February.

Join us for the opening reception on February 3rd, from 2-4 PM

Weaving Narratives

Our March exhibit, "Weaving Narratives," highlights the artistry of our consigning artists and weavers, Lois Matson and Marsha Lodge. Experience their unique interpretation and innovative approach to this timeless craft. Join us for the opening reception on March 2nd, from 2-4 PM.