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May 2015
386-986-4668
Newsletter for the Flagler County Art League
www.FlaglerCountyArtLeague.com
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Volunteer Spotlight
Special Projects Committee
By Kathy Duffy
One of the hardest working committees this past
season at the Flagler County Art League is the
Special Projects Committee. A group of
focused, high-energy women, they jumped on
an opportunity and worked to bring us a major
program with a high-profile author, which
earned us area-wide recognition.
After reading “Priceless,” Joyce Gatonska sent
the author a letter saying how much she enjoyed
the book and mentioning our Art League.
Wittman picked up the phone and replied in
person, suggesting that he’d be willing to come
as a speaker and help FCAL with a fundraiser.
The committee met almost weekly and logged
an incredible number of phone calls and emails
to make this major event possible.
Researching and booking a facility, gathering
sponsors – both financial and in-kind — making
arrangements for the speaker, book signings,
newspaper interviews, radio interviews,
designing flyers, advertising, contacting
surrounding area art leagues, civic organizations, chambers of commerce and applying
for two grants — all this was part of the process
that culminated in the Flagler County Art
League’s largest ever fundraiser.
These women all deserve our thanks, our
applause and our sincere gratitude for their hard
work. So hear ye, hear ye, for Joyce Gatonska,
Judith Madigan, Joan Howard, Rita Mass, and
Ann DeLucia, and the graphics designer for the
project, Karen Neville.
Toasting the success of the Wittman event:
Special projects team (l. to r.) Judy Madigan,
Ann DeLucia, Joyce Gatonska, Karen Neville,
Joan Howard and Rita Mass.
Thanks, too, to the many volunteers who
distributed flyers and posters at such events as
the Flagler Air Show, boldly button-holing
visitors, or knocking on local business doors.
IN THIS ISSUE
Undercover Operation ....................................2
President’s Message ......................................3
Help Wanted ...................................................3
Shows and Events .........................................4
New Altered Art book class ............................4
Education .......................................................5
2nd Colored Pencil class ................................5
Figuratively Speaking and CPSA shows ........6
New People’s Choice Award...........................6
PEN Women Award........................................7
Spring Show ...................................................7
Spring Show Winners ....................................8
Focus groups..................................................8
May picnic.......................................................9
Altered Art Luncheon .....................................9
Summer Sales show ......................................9
GAF-FCAL Art & Poetry ...............................10
Student Show Award ....................................10
Member News ..............................................11
Book SmARTs .............................................12
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A Successful Undercover Operation for FCAL
By Joyce Gatonska
Photo by Skip Westphal
Going Undercover, FCAL’s
of County Commissioners for
first major ticketed event on
the grants they awarded us,
April 7th, and a first-ofand DesignRite Graphics, and
its-kind for Flagler County,
The DePasqua Wealth Advisory
was a great success. Robert
Group, two of the first busiWittman’s presentation, renesses who came on board as
counting his 20 years of
sponsors. Thanks also to The
undercover work for the FBI
Daytona Beach News-Journal,
during which he recovered
Easy Oldies 100.9, and the Palm
countless art masterpieces
Coast Observer for their sponRobert Wittman enthralls
and cultural treasures, was
sorships, all of which helped to
engaging and entertaining, audience of 400 with his tales spread the word! We are also
of crimes and take-downs
with a little education for
pleased to have had sponsorship
during his career with the
good measure. More than
from Chiumento, Selis, Dwyer
FBI Art Crime Team.
400 people attended the
P.L., Hammock Beach Resort,
program, and the questionParkSide Realty and SeaGate
and-answer segment showed that many in our Homes. And a big thank you to another sponsor,
community are very interested in the arts and the Dolphin Printing, for doing such a great job with
need to preserve and protect our historical and all our flyers, posters and more. We hope that
cultural heritage.
you our members, will support and patronize
FCAL also funded the program that Mr. Wittman these partnering businesses.
presented for students at Flagler Palm Coast The Wittman committee worked very hard to
High School earlier that afternoon, where he not bring this program to Palm Coast, and I would
only shared some of his experiences but also hope that the next time you see each of these
made the students aware of the many careers folks, you give them a big thank you for the
open to them involving the arts, including significant contribution they have made to ensure
forensics, insurance, museum security and so that FCAL has acquired much-needed funding to
much more.
bring new programs to our members and to our
Kudos to our wonderful FCAL volunteers who community: Joan Howard, Judy Madigan, Rita
distributed posters and flyers throughout the Mass and Ann DeLucia. These are the people
county, worked at the VIP reception, acted as who took this project on and saw it to a
greeters, sold books and more, and, along with successful conclusion. Thanks also to the
Lisa McDevitt and the staff at Flagler restaurants that donated a lovely assortment of
Auditorium, ensured that all went smoothly for food for the reception: Carmella’s Pizza and
Pasta, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Dominic’s Deli
both presentations.
and Houligan’s Sports Grill.
We need to thank our many sponsors for making
the event possible, starting with David Alfin, Once our bills for the event are paid, we will
whose generous donation gave us the financial need to decide how we can most effectively use
impetus we needed and the confidence to move the profits to fund new programs and perpetuate
forward. Along with Mr. Alfin, we need to thank the arts. Please consider volunteering some of
the City of Palm Coast and Flagler County Board your time to help us with the planning.
President’s Message
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Well we DID it! Our first major
fundraiser – “Going Undercover”—
was an overwhelming success. The
auditorium was filled with people
who were really engaged. The Q&A
afterward demonstrated that they
were really interested in the
preservation of our cultural heritage.
Our event volunteers in black and
white helping at the reception looked
wonderful: those who welcomed everyone, and
those who managed the book sales - along with
the core committee … THANK YOU! And
before the event – we can’t forget all of you who
ran all over the region with flyers and posters
(from St Augustine to Daytona Beach!!) and
those who braved the not-so-great weather at
“Wings Over Flagler” the week before, too! It
took a bunch of committed helpers but it was all
worth it. If you want to see some photos of the
event, go to our website or our Facebook page
(thanks to Skip Westphal for the pictures and
Mary Lee for posting them). Look for the picture
of two young children reading “Priceless” – a gift
from their granddad.
Please don’t forget that most of what we do is
ART and we have taken the time and resources to
provide a gallery to show your art, but you have
to bring it in so we can SEE it. We are comprised
of members at every level of experience, so
please do not feel your work has to be of
museum quality! We are all about supporting
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artists along their journey and,
hopefully, helping everyone to
improve their skills and gallery
presentation. Our next show is
“Figuratively Speaking” and the
interpretation can be VERY broad
(just no animals, insects or bunnies,
please). So have fun with it and let’s
see what ya got!
If you don’t want to get “judged”
yet, then plan on displaying at our
SUMMER GALLERY SALE during July and
August. We are calling it “Off the Wall” and
there is more information in this issue, along
with information on the concurrent Gargiulo Art
Foundation (GAF) show in July. In addition please consider joining and supporting GAF so
we can see even MORE “Art in Public Places” in
the future.
Note: We are planning a series of focus groups
to get some feedback from our members about
what our future should be. We would like to step
back and find out what our members want from
the organization and the best way to serve your
needs. A random sample of members received an
email invitation; however, if you have some
ideas and want to come, please call the office for
more information.
Don’t forget - in all of this – keep creating discovering – and participating!
Kindest regards,
Ann
Like Writing and/or Editing?
We need help with the Spectrum.
Some journalism experience preferred.
Email Stephanie Salkin at [email protected].
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Show and Events Calendar
May
5/2 Registration deadline: “Figuratively Speaking” Show
5/6 Drop-off “Figuratively Speaking” entries/pick-up “Spring Into Art” pieces
5/9 FCAL “Figuratively Speaking” show/4th Annual CPSA 117 Colored Pencil Show,
opening reception, 6-8:30 p.m.
5/14 BooksmARTs club discussion: Matisse and Picasso: The Story of Their Rivalry and
Friendship, by Jack Flam, 7 p.m.
5/21 Annual Members Picnic, Herschel King Park, 4 p.m.
June 13, 2015 “It’s a Wrap” - Open Theme Show
July
7/11 Opening of FCAL Summer Sales Show
7/11 Opening of Gargiulo Art Foundation’s “Palm Coast Art in Public Places Show,”
in the classroom gallery. Focus is on works of art in Palm Coast’s public places.
(See list on page 10.)
7/11 Announcement of “Palm Coast Art in Public Places” poetry competition and reading of
winning poems, 7 p.m.
August
8/8 Plein Air Flagler Show/Continuation of Summer Sales Show, opening reception, 6-8:30
p.m.
Special Class in Altered Books
during Altered Art Class session
Monday May 4th, 10 - 1:00 pm
Kathy Holland’s Wizard of Oz book
Kathy Holland will be offering special
altered book classes during the next couple
of months. The first, on May 4th, from 10
a.m. to 1 p.m., will focus on altering a book
to portray a stage with accompanying
players, etc. It will be themed, and book
selection is important. If you are interested,
please register at the office so you can be
placed on an email list to receive important
class information. A materials list can be
found at the FCAL gallery as well as on the
FCAL website.
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May 2015 Education Offerings at FCAL
Altered Art: Join BJ Baughman, Kaye Lance and
other altered artists, to create altered books,
journals and mixed media pieces. Mondays May 4,
11, 18, 25 - 10am to 1:00pm $10 members, $15
non-members
Watercolor Personalities: These classes are open
to all levels of students. Taught by Joan Mangano.
Students will be treated to demos and learn new
techniques. Individual instruction geared to each
student’s ability. Guest artists teach some of the
classes.
Tuesdays, May 5, 12, 19, 26 - 10am- 12:30pm. $10
members, $15 non-members.
Wine, Women, Whatever!
No charge members, $10 non-members. Work
independently in the medium of your choice in a
gals-only studio session hosted by Kathi Darby.
Cheers! Wednesday, May 6, 13, 20, 27 - 3pm to
6pm
Acrylic Painting: Whether it’s to get the basics or
improve your techniques, Bob Ammon will help you
master this medium. Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28
10am to 1:00pm. $10 members, $15 non-members
Colored Pencil Art: For beginners or intermediate
artists working in colored pencil. Students will work
on their own individual projects, with an occasional
group lesson addressing a particular technique.
Some areas covered will be composition, layering,
effective use of pencil strokes, and incorporating
different elements in your work. Color theory and
basic pencil techniques will also be offered for
those just starting in colored pencil. Kathi Darby,
Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28, 1:30-3:30pm
Introducing Colored Pencil: Learn the skills and
methods of creating colored pencil still life,
landscapes, and portraits. Mary Lee. Fridays, 10am
to 12:30pm.
May 1, 8, 15 only. $10 members,
$15 non-members
Open Studio: Work independently on the art of
your choice.
Saturdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.
Free to members $10.00 for non-members. 10am
to 12:30pm
For more information about all of our programs
and events: flaglercountyartleague.com
Second Colored Pencil Class Starting
The increasing popularity of colored pencil art
has created the need for a second FCAL class
focusing on the use of pencils to create artistic
works of art. In the hands of an expert, the
richness and intensity of the colored pencil art
form can hold its own against the traditional
mediums. And, unlike the traditional mediums of
oils, acrylics and watercolor, you can carry your
colored pencil art supplies with you in your
pocket or bag.
Our current colored-pencil class, taught Friday
mornings by award-winning colored pencil artist
Mary Lee, has been geared primarily for
beginners. The new, second colored pencil class
added on Thursday afternoons will focus on
both beginners and intermediate artists. Taught
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By Rita Mass
by Kathi Darby, this session will enable students
to work on their own individual projects, with
an occasional group lesson addressing a
particular technique. Color theory and basic
pencil techniques will also be offered.
If you haven’t tried color pencil, sign up for one
of these classes. Colored pencil art is not drawing
a picture with colored pencils as you may have
done as a kid. It’s far more. Experience the
creativity of colored pencil for yourself.
In addition, top-of-the-line colored pencil art will
be on view at the FCAL Gallery this month, at
an exhibition by the local chapter of the Colored
Pencil Society, concurrent with FCAL’s own
Figuratively Speaking Show. (See page 6.)
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Picasso, Rembrandt, Seurat, O’Keefe —They all painted the Human Form..... by Rita Mass
…but each artist saw his subject differently.
And then there are the sculptors. How different modern figures are, from Rodin or
Michelangelo. And the photographers: Take
Richard Avedon’s “Dark Beauty,” for example.
But it doesn’t matter if you see a human form
in terms of abs or pecs, or washboards, or
circles or cubes. Art is art! And you are the
artist. Show us how YOU see the human
figure. Use paint, ink, pastels, plaster, metal,
mixed media, film, digital, whatever, to
express the beauty, grace, humor, anger, love,
attraction — any emotion or feeling you
experience about the human figure, either
clothed or unclothed, but with taste. The judge
will be Kathy O'Meara of New Smyrna Beach.
In addition to FCAL’s awards presentation, the
local chapter of the American Pen Women will
present a special award for a Colored Pencil
piece by a female FCAL member. (See article
on page 7.)
Register your entry by May 2. Artwork is due at
the gallery, Wednesday, May 6, 10am-1pm. The
opening reception is Saturday, May 9, 6-8:30-pm.
CPSA to Hold Show Concurrently
with ‘Figuratively Speaking’
The CPSA117 Division of the Colored Pencil
Society of America will hold its 4th Annual
Show at the FCAL gallery, sharing space with
FCAL’s own debut show, Figuratively
Speaking. “We have many award-winning
members – awards from both local and national
levels,” comments from Mary Lee, webmaster
for CPSA117 as well as FCAL’s webmaster.
Many of these pieces, as well as others created
by members in the last year, should be on
display during this month’s show, she adds,
amounting to some 50 to 60 entries in all. “We
really enjoy this opportunity to display our
expertise and creativity with colored pencils.
Since the national CPSA convention exhibition
at the Ormond Memorial Art Museum last
summer, there has been an explosion of interest
in colored pencil.” Indeed, thanks to growing
demand, a second FCAL colored pencil class is
launching. (See page 5.)
NEW AWARD at FCAL – People’s Choice
If you have NOT already voted …. It’s your chance to visit
FCAL Gallery and take a discerning look at the current
show and BE THE JUDGE. From now on, at every show
from September through June, gallery visitors will have an
opportunity to VOTE FOR THEIR FAVORITE. At the
end of the show, all votes will be counted and a People’s
Choice Award of $25 will be given to the winning artist. The
winning piece of artwork will be photographed and the piece
will be displayed in the gallery to inspire others to reach for
this FUN New Award. One vote only, please!
By Wendy Berg Roth
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Pen Women To Present Colored Pencil Award to FCAL Member
The members of the NLAPW Daytona Beach
Branch are delighted to provide their second
annual Merit Award. Last year it was for a
sculptor. Wendy Roth was the winner. This year
it’s for a female colored-pencil artist who is a
member of the Flagler County Art League. Carol
Welsh, President, will present the award at the
reception on May 9th.
The National League of American Pen Women,
Inc. (NLAPW) is an organization of professional
women artists, composers, and writers, founded
in 1897, and dedicated as a 501(c)3 organization
to serve our communities through the arts.
Guests are welcome to attend the Pen Women
meetings, which are the second Thursday of the
month at noon, September – May, at the Red
Lobster Restaurant on International Speedway in
Daytona Beach. The Daytona Beach Branch has
active members from Palm Coast, New Smyrna
Beach, Edgewater, DeLand and the Daytona
area. Please visit www.DaytonaPenWomen.com
for more information. Contact Carol Welsh to be
placed on the Pen Women’s email list for
notification of meetings and programs:
[email protected] or call 386-597-7732 or
(cell) 386-795-2197.
Some 60 pieces of art made their way into
FCAL’s open-theme show, “Spring Into Art,”
which opened April 11. The seasonal event
featured a wide array of art in different mediums,
and new names as well as familiar ones on the
winners’ podium. Congratulations to all
participants—they did a great job! The show was
judged by John A. Bunker, a prior director of the
Cummer Museum, whose paintings have been
exhibited at the Jacksonville Art Museum, as well
as the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens, the
Museum of Science and History-Jacksonville,
and many other prestigious museums and
galleries, and in local and private collections.
Bunker said he could have added still more award
winners, if rules had allowed, thanks to the
superior quality of all the work. (See article on
page 6 about new award added to future shows.)
Spring into Art Show Brims with Vitality
(L. to r.) Gallery director Wendy Roth,
FCAL president Ann DeLucia, Judi Wormeck,
Best of Show; Jan Jackson,
3rd of Show; Bill Shoemaker, 2nd of show;
and Lee Richards, 1st of Show.
(Back row, l. to r.) Wendy Roth, gallery director; Ann DeLucia, president; Beverly Ulrich, special merit
award; Eric Bess, award of distinction; Bob Grayson, award of distinction; Denette Clara, award of
distinction. (Front row, l. to r.) Betty Schuster, special merit award; Phyllis Moor, special merit award;
Helene Bess, award of distinction; Dora Wacker, award of distinction.
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Best of Show:
“Looking Up” Mixed Media
by Judi Wormeck
I enjoyed seeing the overall
dynamic composition of this
painting. The interplay of subtle
and bright colors keeps one interested. The combination of
collaged elements and paint
makes the painting particularly
arresting.
First Place of Show
“Oceanna” Stained Glass
by Lee Richards
Beautiful jewel-like composition.
Coloration combined with
figurative elements make for
a pleasing composition filled
with energy.
Second Place of Show
“A Study in Teal” Colored
Pencil by Bill Shoemaker
Great close-up composition with
impeccable use of the chosen
medium of colored pencil. The
tight composition gives the
work a unique point of view.
Third Place of Show
“Ghost Dogs” Oil
by Jan Jackson
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Very inventive and arresting
composition. Interesting use
of the dog form as a design
element. I enjoyed seeing the
artist present a unique point
of view.
Award of Distinction
“A Young Man’s Fancy Turns
to…Building. The Architect”
Mixed Media by Denette Clara
Very strong assemblage
composition. Great overall
design combined with intricate
details is what stands out
when viewing.
Award of Distinction
“Another Still Life” Colored
Pencil by Bob Grayson
The artist used technical
expertise with an elaborate
composition using traditional
still- life elements.
Award of Distinction
“Spring Flowers Emerging”
Oil by Dora Wacker
Creative composition with
realist and abstract elements
running throughout coupled
with the large size gives this
work its strength.
Award of Distinction
“The Winter Sisters”
Mixed Media by Eric
and Helene Bess
The use of strong design
elements coupled with the
depiction of three figures gives
this artwork a stylized humor.
Special Merit Award
“Tanzanian Schoolboys”
Watercolor by Betty Schuster
This work exhibits a strong but
fluid use of watercolor. The
subject matter is charming
and made for a subtle but
beautiful entry.
Special Merit Award
“Have a Seat” Acrylic by
Beverly Ulrich
Bright and cheerful composition
with strong use of the pointillist
technique.
Special Merit Award
“Dragon’s Breath” Watercolor
by Phyllis Moor
A good example of a structured
as well as a free-flowing
watercolor.
Small Group Meetings to be held
FCAL is at a crossroad and we need input from
our members about how we can increase the
VALUE of FCAL for our current and future
members. A random sample of members was
invited on April 27th via email to a few short
meetings on May 6th and 7th for the organization
to gather ideas about our future direction. We
want to make sure we are providing what you
want and need and the kinds of programs and
projects in which you will participate.
If you have ideas and you did NOT receive an
email to come, please call the office and talk to
Caryn, our office manager (386-986-4668). We
would be pleased to have you participate. We are
trying to make the meetings small so everyone
can be heard, but there is always room for
another. We will have more of these sessions as
we move forward, as well, and if there is
anything you need or want us to provide, please
call ME at 860-335-2757.
Ann DeLucia, President
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FCAL’S Next BIG Membership
Event: Our Annual Picnic
On Thursday, May 21, starting at 4pm, at
Herschel King Park, FCAL members will gather for our annual picnic. Get ready for FOOD, FUN, FRIENDS AND
FROLIC. FCAL will supply the BBQ, soft drinks and paper
goods. We pay for a liquor permit, so it’s BYOB. Admission is $5 per person to cover costs,
plus bring a dish of your favorite picnic food to share. Bring your lawn games or a karaoke!!
We plan to have a great time!! Please RSVP, so we know how much BBQ we will need!
By B.J. Baughman
Altered Art Group Luncheon, Upcoming Exhibits
At our monthly meeting, Kathy Holland announced the upcoming exhibits at the Flagler
County Library. The Altered Art Group will be
displaying in the glass cases during the month of
May. They will share their altered art pieces from
the class as well as from group challenges. Please
plan to see this exhibit, as it will be a chance for
all members of FCAL and the public to view our
artwork. It will be representative of our
accomplishments of the past several years. Then,
during the month of July, we will have an exhibit
in the library cases of Altered Books only. We
have had several classes in altering books and
have been doing this type of artwork for some
time. (See article on new altered book class
offered this month.)
As always, anyone interesting in becoming part
of this group, please contact B.J. Baughman at
[email protected] or leave word at the
FCAL desk with your email address. Or, drop by
the class on Monday mornings.
2015 Summer Gallery Sale: It’s ‘Off the Wall’
By Wendy Berg Roth
July 9, 2015 through September 8, 2015
Visitors are finding us, thanks to our program
“Priceless” being such an overwhelming
success, and thanks to our New Purple and
Yellow Signs. Use the Summer sale to show
people we have a style all our own. We are
imaginative and
hip and fun and
we have technique
and new ideas. For
that matter, the
summer sale is a
great place to try
out a new style or technique. Or medium. If
you want to paint a chair.... go for it. If you
make something wearable bring it.
The rental period is from July 9, 2015 through
September 8, 2015, with an Opening Reception
from 6-8:30 p.m. on the second Saturday of
each month (July and August). You are allowed
as many framed and stretched canvas pieces of
artwork, photographs, 3D sculptures, jewelry,
or fine crafts as will tastefully fit into your
rental space(s).
For more information, see website or call the
FCAL office.
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This “Palm Coast Art in Public Places” event,
which will take place at several galleries,
including FCAL, will showcase artwork inspired
by the public displays of art and sculpture located
in Palm Coast. The aim is to promote Palm Coast
as a cultural haven and a good place to live. The
event is sponsored by the Gargiulo Art
Foundation, partnering with FCAL at our gallery.
The FCAL opening reception will take place July
11, 2015, from 6 – 8:30 p.m., concurrent with the
opening of FCAL’s Summer Sales Show in the
main gallery.
Artist info for FCAL Registration:
Deadline to register is July 4, 2015
Artists may submit previously exhibited work.
FCAL limit is 2 entries per artist at $15 each.
GAF members should register through the GAF
as the requirements and fees are not the same.
Poetry Competition
In addition, FCAL is sponsoring a poetry
competition with the same theme, along with
GAF. Winning entries will be read at the FCAL
opening, at 7 p.m. For poets: How would you
translate the feeling conveyed by the artwork into
‘Lion Around’ Florida Panther by Paul Baliker,
located in Palm Coast Linear Park, is one of
many installations eligible as show or poetry
subjects for Public Places show.
Photo by Petra Iston
Gargiulo Art Foundation’s Palm Coast Art & Sculpture Show,
Partnering with FCAL: This is an Art AND Poetry Event!
words? Or, imagine how people or animals may
interact as they encounter the public art displays
in Palm Coast. Cash prizes are available. Entry
fee is $3 for one poem and $5 for two. Poems
must be limited to one page, no smaller than 12
point type. Deadline for poetry entries is June 30.
Please see the FCAL website for the registration
form and more information.
See FCAL website for list of art installations
eligible as subjects for art or poetry entries.
Student Art Show’s
FCAL Award Winner is a Jewell!
Jamison Jewell, a Matanzas High School student, has won the
2015 Select FPC/MHS Student Show FCAL Award of
Distinction, for her mixed media art, “Birds of a Feather.” This
is her very first painting. Jewell’s mother is an artist, and the
talented student did the piece for her as a gift. She took the photo,
did some manipulation and then painted it. Her teacher is Amy
Taylor. The show judges were FCAL’s Judi Wormeck and Salvo’s
m Petra Iston. The Palm Coast Student Art show was held last
month at Salvo’s Bunnell gallery.
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Hanneke Jevons, Julie
Karner and Kathi Darby
have been accepted into the
Colored Pencil Society of
America’s 23rd International
Exhibition, to be held this
year in Atlanta. These CPSA-member artists, all
FCAL members, too, are the most ever from the
local CPSA branch to have been selected into the
highly competitive and prestigious show. (Last
year, there were over 500 entries.) The CPSA exhibition and convention will be held at Atlanta’s
Oglethorpe University Museum of Art , July 11Aug.23 2015. “It’s a first for all of us….we ARE
excited!!” says Hanneke Jevons, chapter president. In the past, FCAL’s and CPSA’s Bill Shoemaker has participated.
Yet another coup for
FCAL’s Kathi Darby:
Several of her photos have
been selected for the Contemporary Wildlife Art book
published by Schiffer Publishing, LTD. She has her own two-page spread!
“IMAG_NE,” a
14-foot-wide modular artwork by Australian artist Emma
Anna, is now on exhibit at Palm Coast’s Photo by Shanna Fortier, Palm Coast Observer.
Central Park at Town
Center. Originally opening at the Flagler
County Public Library, the traveling sculpture
in part of Palm Coast’s Art in Public Places program. The second “I” in the word ‘IMAGINE’
is missing from the oversize Scrabble tiles, to
be filled in by –what else?—imagination. The
Palm Coast exhibition is co-sponsored by the
Friends of the Library of Flagler County and the
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Gargiulo Art Foundation, a
lifetime FCAL member.
Trish Vevera will be the featured artist at the PASTA
Gallery in St Augustine in June
with a show entitled “Matanzas
Shore.” The theme reflects the
fact that St. Augustine is celebrating its founding 450 year ago. In conjunction
with this show, PASTA gallery will have other
works depicting the Matanzas shore. The exhibit
runs through June 30, 2015. Trish is a member
of both FCAL and the St. Augustine Art Association, as well as The Artist’s Workshop Inc, and
The Hub in New Smyrna Beach.
Three local authors, including FCAL member
Dr. Carol Thomas, received a Florida Book
Award Gold Medal in Tallahassee. Dr. David B.
Axelrod and Lenny Schneir, both from Daytona
Beach, and Carol, who recently moved to Palm
Coast, were presented their awards at an April
ceremony at Mission San Luis followed by a
luncheon the next day with First Lady Ann Scott
at the Governor’s Mansion. Their book, Merlin
Stone Remembered, won gold in the category of
Best Non-fiction Book by Florida authors.
The following sales were made at FCAL’s
“Spring Into Art” show: Denette Clara’s awardwinning mixed media “A Young Man’s Fancy
Turns to…Building. The Architect” and Carol
Thomas’ photo “Yellow Flowers After Rain.”
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BooksmARTs club discussion:
Matisse and Picasso
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Matisse and Picasso: The Story of Their
Rivalry and Friendship, by Jack Flam, will be
the topic of the May 14 FCAL
BooksmARTS book club meeting.
Google.com notes: “Matisse and
Picasso achieved extraordinary
prominence during their lifetimes.
They have become cultural icons,
standing not only for different kinds of art but
also for different ways of living. Matisse,
known for his restraint and intense sense of
privacy, for his decorum and discretion,
created an art that transcended daily life and
conveyed a sensuality that inhabited an
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abstract and ethereal realm of being. In
contrast, Picasso became the exemplar of
intense emotionality, of theatricality, of art as
a kind of autobiographical confession that was
often charged with violence and explosive
eroticism. In Matisse and Picasso,
Jack Flam explores the compelling,
competitive, parallel lives of these
two artists and their very different
attitudes toward the idea of artistic
greatness, toward the women they
loved, and ultimately toward their
confrontations with death.”
Join your fellow bibliophiles to discuss these
two contemporary icons and their divergent
impacts, May 14, at 7 p.m.
Note: Please send all articles, art and member news to Stephanie
Salkin – [email protected]. Deadline: the 15th of each month.
P. O. Box 352772
Palm Coast, Florida
32135-2772
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