Gardner Area League of Artists Newsletter
January 2020
GALA Events/Announcements
Annual Spring Art Show
GALA 2021 Annual Spring Art Show and Live Music
May 21-23, 2021 at the Red Apple Farm (Brew Barn)
455 Highland Avenue, Phillipston, MA

Deadline to enter: Sunday, May 9th

Opening Reception Friday, May 21, 6-9:00pm (awards at 7:00pm)

Two options for entering the show:
Option 1: Online entry, which submits your information & payment to GALA electronically
Option 2: Paper entry form. A PDF Call for Entries which includes a form that you print & mail with payment to GALA.
*Please allow enough time for mailing so that your entry is received by the deadline

With either option, your entry is due by Sunday, May 9th

Live music provided all three days by local musicians
A special band, "The Big Random" will be there on Saturday afternoon
Music will be outside under the big tent

En-Plein-Air
You are invited to take part in the plein-air that will be happening on Saturday & Sunday. Come set up your easel anywhere on the property. Capture the apple blossoms, old stone walls, maple trees, animals, and scenery. Email debgiordano59@comcast.net to let her know if you will be setting up for the weekend.

Please support GALA by participating in the SILENT AUCTION. View the silent auction form. Please consider demonstrating your creative process at the show. Indicate your interest on your entry form.

You will need to renew your GALA membership on entry form unless you are a current member. If in doubt, please email debgiordano59@comcast.net.

* Important Note *
Please be sure to drop-off your artwork on May 18 between 3 and 6:00pm. If we do not receive your artwork by 6 pm, we may not be able to include it in the judging.

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER
  • Entry Deadline Sunday, May 9
  • Art Drop-Off at Red Apple Farm Tuesday, May 18, 3:00 - 6:00pm
  • Opening Reception Friday, May 21, 6:00 - 9:00
  • Art Pick-Up at Red Apple Farm Sunday, May 23, 4:30 - 5:30pm

Please forward this email to others who might be interested in exhibiting or performing at the GALA Art & Music Show.
GALA Coffee House
Live Performances Streaming Monthly

HEAR the Music. FEEL the Beat. WATCH from Home.

Join us! Help support GALA's musicians by donating. Thank you!
Or mail check to: GALA PO Box 664, Gardner MA 01475

Contact GALA if you would like to be a part of our monthly Coffee House Live Performances.

www.galagardner.org
@galagardner

Member News & Exhibits
Alicia Drakiotes
Member Alicia Drakiotes is the featured artist at Ramunto's Brick Oven Pizza, 176 Main St in Keene for the month of February.

Her work can be seen at aliciadrakiotes.com and at her studio by appointment.
Shows & Exhibits
Winter 2020-2021 Exhibitions
ArtsWorcester, Worcester, MA
Through February 14, 2021
Rebecca McGee Tuck: Along the Wrack Line
Winner of the Present Tense Prize

Rebecca McGee Tuck weaves a sculptural narrative using sea debris she collects along the Massachusetts shoreline. "The work created for Along the Wrack Line raises awareness to the constant misuse of the ocean’s ecosystem," says Tuck. "I transform pieces of marine debris into works of art and symbols of hope, calling attention to the consequences of polluting our oceans."

The Present Tense Prize, awarding a solo exhibition and a $1,000 award, recognizes an artist whose work exemplifies new practices, artistic risk-taking, and excellence in execution.


Through February 14, 2021
State of Being
works by Worcester Public Schools Visual Arts Faculty

State of Being is a collection of works across several styles and media created by artists on the Visual Art Faculty of the Worcester Public Schools. WPS Visual Art Faculty have exhibited together more than ten times, generating a diverse collection of artworks year after year. State of Being marks the first time this group exhibit has been produced at ArtsWorcester. We welcome the opportunity to honor and celebrate those that nurture the next generation of artists in our city.


The 17th Annual College Show
a virtual exhibition

One of our favorite annual exhibitions returns, this year with a virtual twist! It's time for the 17th Annual ArtsWorcester College Show, an online-only exhibition featuring a selection of work created by students throughout the greater Worcester Area. Our annual student show is on view on our website, featuring the work of students with a broad range of academic concentrations, as well as insights from the artists themselves.
February at Gallery Sitka
Gallery Sitka, Shirley, MA
Under the Bed Art Show
A Central MA Women's Caucus for Art Show

What is old is new again” is the theme of a group exhibit of the CMWCA. CMWCA, in which artists have selected favorite work from the past. Participating artists include Gail Bloom, C.M. Judge, Ruth Nelson, Sue Norton, Helen Obermeyer Simmons, Joanne Stowell, Carolyn Todd, Susan Wadsworth and Elsa Voelker in an online exhibition entitled “Under the Bed” which begins Friday, January 15, 2021 originating from Gallery Sitka in Shirley, Mass.

The mission of the Women’s Caucus for Art is to create community through art, education, and social activism.


Gallery Sitka
2 Shaker Rd.
Shirley, MA - 01464
978-425-6290
Classes & Instruction
Hands-On Fun!
Fitchburg Art Museum, Fitchburg, MA
Create with us from home!

Art Projects Inspired by Our Permanent Collection

Explore the artistic techniques, concepts, and themes behind Fitchburg Art Museum’s permanent collection artworks through these fun creative projects. Explore the full list of tutorials.

Art Activities with Household Materials

These open-ended activities can be adapted for a wide range of ages, and require things found around the home as well as some common, inexpensive art supplies. Explore supplies lists and guidelines for creation.

Fitchburg Art Museum
185 Elm Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Phone 978.345.4207
Call for Artists
Call to Artists
ArtsWorcester, Worcester, MA
Inside Voices: A Members' Exhibition
in partnership with the Fitchburg Art Museum

Registration deadline: February 26, 2021

At a moment when we’re all being asked to stay inside, interior spaces have become heightened reflective zones. Inside Voices prompts artists to consider a wide range of interiors, including domestic environments, psychological subjectivity, bodies, architecture, and sculptural containment. These spaces reveal symbolic weight, mental and emotional states, fantasy worlds, gender roles, and personal memories. We invite you to turn inward and explore these interior spaces for their potential energy and revelatory power.

The Fitchburg Art Museum’s curatorial staff will select ten works from Inside Voices to be exhibited at FAM with the selected works from the Museum’s collection.

Arts & Culture Directory
Fitchburg Cultural Alliance, Fitchburg, MA
Fitchburg Cultural Alliance
Arts & Culture Directory of North Central MA

Welcome to the first Arts & Culture Directory of North Central MA!

Produced by the Fitchburg Cultural Alliance and its partners, Sitka Creations and NewVue Communities, this directory will promote the diverse cultural organizations, individual artists of all media, and supporting businesses to an estimated audience of 20,000 or more in the North Central Massachusetts region.

The finished directory is slated to be published in June 2021. A printed version will be free and distributed to libraries, museums, galleries, visitor centers, and coffee shops throughout the region. A digital version will be shared extensively on social media platforms and e-mail marketing. We hope this directory will be a vital link to you and your organization.

Please join us and support this endeavor!  

Listing and Ad Placement Forms

Call for Artists
Townsend Artisan Market, Townsend, MA
Townsend Artisan Market is looking for artists, photographers, and crafters to exhibit and sell their work in their new shop on Route 119 in West Townsend (the former Settle Shop). Spaces are available for rent on a monthly basis for craft items and wall space for artists at a 30% commission on sales. Contact Melissa Wison at melissa@townsendartisanmarket.com
The Little Gallery at Town Hall
Westminster, MA
Westminster now has a public art gallery open for showings by Westminster artists. "The Little Gallery at Town Hall" is now accepting applications from artists or artist groups who would like to exhibit 2-D work for a month-long show. For more information, visit the Town of Westminster website.

"The Little Gallery at Town Hall" is sponsored by the Westminster Cultural Council and the Massachusetts Cultural Council.
Amherst Town Hall Gallery
Amherst Public Art Commission, Amherst, MA
The Amherst Public Art Commission invites area artists or groups of artists to submit work for consideration for exhibition in the Amherst Town Hall Gallery in 2020-2021 (July 2020-June 2021.) Both established and emerging artists are encouraged to apply. Exhibitions are on display for two months, and artists are asked to participate in the monthly Amherst Arts Night Plus (first Thursday of the month) during their show.

Various hanging media including painting, photography, drawing, printmaking, pastels, mixed media, fiber and illustration will be considered.

Submission requirements: Completed application, artist statement and/or resume, and 5 digital images. A $20 entry fee is payable upon acceptance to exhibit. Applications must be received no later than January 19, 2020. Artists will be notified of the jury's decision by February 9, 2020


Please send questions to Amy at amy@amyacrawley.com
Resources for Artists
The Fitchburg Cultural Alliance
Go to our website to sign up for our newsletter and check out our calendar of events in the North Central region.

A vibrant force advancing arts and culture in the Fitchburg community and in the North Central Massachusetts region.

Art Support & Other
Art Support is a website dedicated to providing support and resources for artists of all types.

The following is just a small list of support provided to artists: Organizations Helping Visual Artists, US Government Art Organizations, State Agencies and Art Commissions, Non Governmental Art Organizations, Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts, Laws Regarding Visual Arts, Artist Consultants, Grants for Artists & Grant Assistance, Artist Health Insurance, and many other legal support and resources for Massachusetts artists.

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Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) and check out the MCC blog ArtSake

The Painter's Keys where you can subscribe to twice weekly letters from artist Robert Genn.

Visit the Arts Marketing Project website for info, ideas, tools and training on marketing art.


Mini Grants for Professional Development are available through NewVue Communities. More information.
Ongoing Opportunities for Artists & Musicians
Exhibit Opportunities
Heywood Hospital Wound Care Center  Gardner, MA  (GALA Sponsored Venue)
Contact Vicki Heidorn at  surroundingsgallery@gmail.com  or 978-630-2340

Contact Alice Struthers at astruthers1@comcast.net or 978-597-2057

The Arts Alliance has quarterly exhibits at the Hudson Town Hall, so if you are interested in a solo exhibit of your work, contact Danielle Moskowitz at (978) 562-1646 or dmoskowitz@upwitharts.org.

Falmouth Artists Guild Falmouth, MA

Post Road Art Center  Marlborough, MA
 
The Library is always looking for exhibitors to show their work in the Art Gallery. If you are interested in exhibiting as an individual or a group, please contact the Library Director, Kathleen D. Leslie at 978-632-5298 or kleslie@cwmars.org

Workers' Credit Union  Gardner, MA
The bank offers the opportunity for a small display of artwork at the 171 Main St. branch in Gardner. For more info, contact Monica Whitehouse at 978-632-9207.

Art & Music Instruction Opportunity

The West Boylston Arts Foundation (WBAF) is always looking for artists, crafters, or musicians that would like to offer workshops or classes.

Donating a portion of the course fee to the WBAF to support school arts & music would be most welcome.

If interested, please contact Mark Baldi (508) 767-2803 - work (508) 835-6489 - home

More Classes & Exhibits
Volunteer Opportunities
We Need Your Help!
There are many ways to volunteer! Please email info@galagardner.org to express your interest in helping out with our organization.
Newsletter Submissions
Have news about exhibits, awards, events, classes, call for artists or other art info?
Please send your news "publication ready" to news@galagardner.org. See previous newsletters for example formats and the type of info to provide. We strongly recommend that you include a digital image related to the news as well as your website address & links to any venues. Image filenames should include the name of the artist and the work. Please post your press releases online whenever possible and submit a link.

Submission deadline is the 23rd of each month for publication on the 1st of the following month.

Inclusion of items/announcements is always at the discretion of GALA, but inclusion of submissions from non-members is limited to information deemed to be of benefit to GALA members.
All Star Award
GALA has achieved Constant Contact's All Star Award for 10 years in a row (2009-2018) for demonstrating best practices in the use of email marketing.

Award winners were selected from over 500,000 organizations in recognition for setting the standard of being a responsible, engaged, professional, and successful online marketer.

GALA continues its efforts to put out an informational, entertaining newsletter every month to inform its members of recent, current and future art news.