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Dedicated to making art accessible to the community . . .
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MEMBER NEWSLETTER: January 2021 |
THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY: OPEN CALL ART EXHIBIT |
We're saying goodbye to 2020 with an exhibit showcasing all the up and downs, the negatives and positives of this unprecedented year! We're also taking this moment to look ahead with renewed optimism to the rest of 2021 and beyond. In short, we're celebrating "The Good, the Bad and the Ugly! Download the Entry Form with instructions for entering the gallery show and virtual exhibit.
ENTRIES: January 22, 12 - 3 PM / January 23, 10 - 1 PM
OPENING: Saturday, February 6, 1 PM
EXHIBIT: February 6 - February 26
You can also find more info on our website!
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Update: Raise the Roof Capital Campaign! |
We’re assembling a “Raise the Roof Team” of individuals with the expertise we need to bring this project forward successfully! If you have experience in construction, roofing, and/or historic building restoration, we’d love to have you join our team! Email Gallery 53 at gallery53ct@gmail.com.
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Thanks to YOUR generosity, we’ve raised $10,000+ to date!
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What's New in the Gallery! |
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"HOME IS WHERE THE HEART IS" RAFFLE
Enter to Win a House Portrait or Pet "PAWtrait"!
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At the end of the day, it's all about home. The place where you relax, share special moments and spend time with family . . .two legged or four legged! An ideal way to celebrate your home - and your pets - is with a custom portrait! For just $5, enter to win a beautiful house portrait or pet "PAWtrait" painted by a G53 artist! Tickets available in the gallery or online at www.gallery53.org/2021raffle.
DRAWING: Feb. 6, 2021 / 12:00 NOON
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Gallery 53 Receives Community Support Award
On December 15th President Christine Webster accepted a Community Support Award from the Meriden Board of Education on behalf of Gallery 53. In the online presentation, the Board of Education said, “we are truly grateful for this partnership with Gallery 53” and thanked Chris personally saying, “you have touched so many lives and enriched our community.” Among the joint projects highlighted was the recent “Starry, Starry Night Over Meriden Mosaic,” funded by a CDBG Grant and executed by students from the Success Academy.
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WANTED: CHAIR-ity Artists!
G53 is looking for a few artists to re-imagine chairs and small tables for an online version of our popular “CHAIR-ity” Event! If you’d like to contribute, please email us at gallery53ct@gmail.com
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Entry-Level Mosaic Workshop
With Christine Webster
4 NIGHTS - Wednesdays 1/20, 1/27, 2/3 and 2/10 / 6:00 - 8:30 PM
$75 – members; $80 – nonmembers - includes materials.
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Looking for a creative outlet? Dive right in to this 4-session evening workshop where you’ll make a 12” x 12” square or heart shaped mosaic. Class starts January 20th, space is limited, register now!
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Ice Dying Workshop
with Lynn Fisher
Monday, Jan. 25 & Wednesday, Jan. 27 / 6:30 - 8:00 PM
$35 - members / $40 - non-members
includes materials / participants bring fabric or clothing item to dye
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In this 2-session workshop, instructor Lynn Fisher will guide you through folding techniques and color selection to create a garment or piece of fabric with a vibrant, cloud-like watercolor look. See how easy it is to achieve the unexpected effects that have made ice dying a popular sensation!
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Evenings@53 Open Studio Sessions
With Christine Webster
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If there’s enough interest, we will schedule Open Studio Sessions on Tuesday Evenings starting January 12th. Please text 203-848-8727 to indicate your interest and reserve a space!
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March: Women Photographers of Connecticut
April: Abstract Art Exhibit
May: Textile Show (this will include Textile Vendors Expo & Mothers’ Day Potted Plants Sale!)
Stay tuned for more info!
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SPOTLIGHT: RICK GRONDIN METAL SCULPTURE |
Meriden Sculptor Rick Grondin has created a line of whimsical metal sculptures, made with recycled tools and scrap metal. From large Standing Reindeers to Man Cave Signs to Giant Metal Flowers, there’s something for everyone! PLUS, some uniquely “Meriden” items!
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WAYS TO SUPPORT GALLERY 53 |
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STOP & SHOP COMMUNITY BAGS |
For the month of January 2021, Gallery 53 will receive a $1 donation from each purchase of a $2.50 reusable Community Bag at the Stop & Shop at 485 Broad Street, Meriden!
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53 Colony Street
Meriden, CT 06451
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