February 23 – April 29, 2017
Flathead Canvas: Small Town Charm to Countryside Splendor – Jeff Troupe and B. Rex Stewart
These two artists share a love for the outdoors and were drawn to the Flathead for its rugged beauty and endless inspiration. Both Stewart and Troupe paint primarily outdoors and use bold color and brushwork which results in vibrant and energetic work. Their distinct styles nicely complement each other.
Wednesday, March 1, 2017
A Trip to the Past: Old Time Kalispell Lecture/Slideshow
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Admission: Members/Free, Non-members/$10
This lecture by history enthusiast Jim Atkinson includes a slide show of photos featuring historic Main Street Kalispell. Jim shares stories about the businesses and industries that contributed to the growth of the Flathead Valley.
Saturday, March 4, 2017
Plein Air in the Studio: Jeff Troupe
2:00 – 3:30 PM
Included with your Museum admission
Beginning with a sketch, Jeff will demonstrate his “in studio” plein air techniques. Although he will be using a photo reference, the tips and advice he shares will apply as if he were painting on location. As he explains his choices of preferred materials, color palette, and gives painting advice, attendees will have an opportunity to have a dialog with the artist.
March 9, 2017
Senior Tour & Tea Day
Free Admission for Seniors Age 60+ 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Complimentary coffee, tea & cookies, 10:30 AM Docent-led Tour
March 11, 2017
Crits & Croissants: A Saturday Morning Artists’ Critique
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Participation Fee: Members/$5, Non-members/$10
Bring one piece of your recently created artwork for a professional critique by the month’s guest artist, painter Jennifer Li.
March 11 & 18, 2017
Egg Decorating with Kathy Martin
1:00 – 4:00 PM
Cost for 2-session adult workshop: Members/$45, Non-members/$50
Participants create decorated eggs using beeswax and dyes. Step-by-step instruction for creating traditional Pysanky designs are provided, as well as hints for creating personal designs.
Tuesday, March 21, 2017
Annual Meeting of the Membership
5:00 – 7:00 PM
Free Admission
Presentation and discussion about the financials, past performance, and future plans of the Hockaday Museum of Art.
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Winter Art Maker Series: Mark Ogle
6:00 – 7:30 PM
Admission: Members/Free, Non-members/$15
Come join painter Mark Ogle for an evening of interactive learning as he creates a new piece of art for the Winter Art Maker Series.
April 2017 Exhibitions and Events:
Docent Guided Tour, participation included with admission, Every Saturday at 1:00 PM
Learn about the current exhibits from a trained Hockaday docent.
April 27 – June 24, 2017
Wild Impressions – Wanda Mumm
Wanda Mumm presents an exhibition of her artistic and creative process through paintings, sketchbooks and journals while working 10 days on location in the Bob Marshall Wilderness through the Artist Wilderness Connection Program. Landscape subjects are of particular interest to Wanda because of the challenge and experiences one receives from direct observation. Wanda concentrates on light, painting scenes from early morning to late afternoon, as well as nocturne scenes.
April 8, 2017
Crits & Croissants: A Saturday Morning Artists’ Critique
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Participation Fee: Members/$5, Non-members/$10
Bring one piece of your recently created artwork for a professional critique by April’s guest artist.
April 13, 2017
Senior Tour & Tea Day
Free Admission for Seniors Age 60+ 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Complimentary coffee, tea & cookies, 10:30 AM Docent-led Tour
DATE, 2017
Opening Reception: Wild Impressions – Wanda Mumm
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Admission: Members/Free, Non-members/$10
Wanda Mumm presents an exhibition of her artistic and creative process through paintings, sketch books and journals while working 10 days on location in the Bob Marshall Wilderness through the Artist Wilderness Connection Program.
April 1, 2017
Application Deadline 2017 Arts in the Park July 14-16
Artists and crafts people apply online at hockadaymuseum.org.
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Hockaday Museum of Art
302 2nd Avenue East
Kalispell, Montana 59901
406.755.5268
