323 W. Main St., PO Box 1018, Lewistown, MT 59457

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Wilkins Gallery Explores the World of Photography – Feb. 1st – 25th

It is with great pride and unbridled enthusiasm that we invite you to explore the World of Photography with us! Photography freezes time to create art. Combining the use and manipulation of science and art, this contemporary medium captures the human life and condition accurately and precisely. Our Juried Digital Photography Exhibit features the works of several of Lewistown’s own photographers as well as esteemed photographers from throughout Montana. Winners were chosen from 4 four categories: Point & Shoot, The Serene Beauty of the Natural World, Composed in the Studio and Computer Created Marvels, by Juror Neil Philip, Retired National Geographic Manager of Picture Editing & Research. Stop by the Art Center and explore the “Wonderful World of Photography”. This exhibit is sponsored by McKenna Agency: Tom & Candy McKenna.

Costume Figure Drawing - A Series of Workshops - Feb. 7th -Mar. 6th, 2012

A feeling for life and movement are important in drawing the costumed figure. If creating realistically styled figure drawings is your goal, than this series of workshops is for you. In this series we’re going to start at the beginning. We’re going to look first at the steps involved in creating a Costume figure drawing and end with drawing the folds of the material on the figure. Each session is taught by a different instructor. Clint Loomis teaches the first session: Introduction to the body proportions on Feb. 7th followed by Krystal Ferguson’s Quick Draw with proportions on February 14th. On February 21st Douglas Braulick will teach you how to do a portrait, followed by Carol Poppenga’s Gesture Drawing on February 28th. Jackie Jensen will conclude the sessions with Drawing the Folds of the material on March 6th. The cost for the series is $60 for all 5 weeks. For High School students it’s $40 (if you agree to model once). Call the Lewistown Art Center if you need additional information.

Montana Arts Council’s Montana Artrepreneurship Program

This MAP program is designed to help artists develop a sustainable business in art by teaching them more about entrepreneurship and developing a framework for their business of art. This course includes how-tos on creating marketing materials, setting pricing, developing displays for shows and building a business plan. There will also be mentorship and internship opportunities. The sign-up period for this course is Jan.23rd to Feb. 29th. More information is available online at the Montana Arts Council website or you can call Dyani Bingham, MAP coach at 406-545-8983.

A Ceramic Art Exhibit at the Lewistown Art Center

The Lewistown Art Center invites you to help us celebrate the world of ceramic art. This exhibit will showcase both functional and sculptural ceramic art. Whether it’s Wheel Thrown, Slab Construction, Coil Technique, Pinching or Hand construction, functional or sculptural, this exhibition is for you! This exhibit runs from March 2nd through the 31st. Entries must be received by Feb. 11th. Contact the Lewistown Art Center at 535-8278 for more information or go our website www.lewistownartcenter.org Join us, won’t you!

Jewelry Making with Chris Tremain - March 24 & 25 (only Sunday, Mar. 25th Available)

Whether you're new to making jewelry or an experienced jeweler, Chris’ ever popular workshop is the place to explore the world of jewelry making. The small class size (maximum 8) assures the special attention you need to explore your creative potential. In this workshop you will learn about metal work & create your own necklace in silver, copper or brass. Cost of materials is being determined. Only Sunday, March 25th is currently still available. Hours are 9:00am to 4:00pm both days. Cost is $60 plus materials for members and $70 plus materials for non-members. Sign up now!

Lewistown Art Center Quilt Show Winners

The Lewistown Art Center is proud to announce the following winners of our Quilt Show: Best in Show: “Celestial” by Shawna Crawford. Designed, made and quilted by her started as an afternoon project. Class I Bed Quilts (60" x 80" or larger): Cathy Kombol's "Chickens in the Barnyard". Class II Quilts (60 x 80 or smaller): Judy Hedman's "Over the River & through the Woods". Class III Miscellaneous (wall hangings, table runners, placemats etc) Bonnie Tuss' Pattern colored with crayons, machine stitched to create hand embroidered look. Class IV Beginners (adult first time exhibitors) Peggy Barta's Buffalo Nickel Quilt and Mandy Eike’s Memory Quilt.

After School Art Projects Update

The children started February off with a bang...making turtles, baskets and "what my heart loves" from self-hardening clay, that will be painted this week! We'll continue with Mardi Gras-like masks, monotypes and calligraphy printmaking. We are in for a fabulous month! And if you missed our children's Miniature Painting Show and reception, please view their artwork on our Facebook page. Did you know that some of our children’s miniature paintings sold during our reception? Not only did the children benefit themselves but they also graciously donated part of the cost of their artwork back to the after school art program. What a reminder on how important our ASA program is to our children. Thank you!

In the Gift Shop – Jerry Jacobson

Jerry Jacobson is a fourth generation Valley County resident and a graduate of Glasgow High School. He also worked as a criminal investigator for the Federal Government. Somewhere along the way he developed a keen eye and love of photography as well as an interest in local history. Jerry is an award winning photographer. His photographs have been used in many a book ona variety of subjects. The Lewistown Art Center is proud to have many of Jerry’s photographs for sale in our Gift Shop. In addition, during this month’s Wilkins Gallery Photography Exhibit, several of Jerry’s phenomenal photographs are on display, including “A Night of Storms”. This incredible photograph of the 2010 Glasgow tornado was taken as Jerry stood in his back door. You can’t miss this one. Come on in!

The Lewistown Art Center’s mission is to promote art, art education and art appreciation through exhibits, outreach and cultural events for the enrichment and enjoyment of citizens in Central Montana. Our phone number is 535-8278. Regular hours are Tuesday through Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is always free. “Art Works!” volunteer group invites you to join them the third Saturday of every month to discuss ways to support the Art Center in accomplishing its mission to promote art in Central Montana. New members and volunteers are always welcome.