Hello Members
AWARDS GIVEN AT LONDON ARTS CENTER
People’s Choice Awards were given on Saturday, Aug. 9, at the London Arts Center’s Opening Reception for the Annual Member show TREES.
Awards for People’s Choice:
Mixed Media: Kiki Alexander – “Bluebirds in the Neighborhood” and Bob Carl’s – “Tree House”
Photograph: Sandy Riley’s – “Hidden Gem”
Drawing / Painting: Sondra Fox – “Family Trees”
The potluck awards were given by popular vote:
Appetizer: Beverly Hume – “Sausage Delight”
Side Dish: Judy D. Smith – “Greek Salad”
Dessert: Cherri Huffman – “Strawberry with a Twang”
Before dinner, Liz Lassel, President and Grant Writer of the LVAG, regaled us with tunes on her dulcimer.
We held a Silent Auction of Art from Deceased Members during the event, which will be run through the Gallery Showing of the member show “Trees: This will give others unable to attend the reception a chance to bid on the Art.
The schedule of fall classes will begin in September and is listed on the website: londonartscenter.org.
Just a reminder, the Gallery is open Thursday 11 – 2pm, Saturday 10 – 2pm, and Sun. 11 – 2pm.
Open studio Tues. 4 till 7pm. Free and open to the public.
121 E. First St., London, Oh.
Adult Acrylic Painting Class
Join us for three adult acrylic painting classes, similar to the popular “sip and paint” events!
Class Details:
Dates: Thursday nights on August 21, September 4, and September 25
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: The London Arts Center
Fee: $18 per class (plus $5 supplies fee) –
Teacher: Bob Carl
Bob will provide all painting materials for an additional $5 fee, which includes five colors of acrylic paint and an 11 x 14″ canvas panel. If you prefer to bring your own supplies, ensure you bring a tube of each of the following colors: red, yellow, blue, black, and white. Friends can also share and purchase these together.
Please register at least three days prior to the class. You can text, call, or send a Facebook message to Bob Carl at (843) 635-1902.
Bob will bring several landscape pictures for the class to choose from. Upon arrival, we’ll vote for our favorite picture, and in case of a tie, Bob will be happy to act as the tie-breaker. Guests are welcome to bring a beverage (water or otherwise) and a snack to enjoy during the class.
Looking forward to painting with you!
*Zart Dates Updated*
Zart Art Classes for Youth
Class Dates:
September: 2, 9, 16, & 23 (Tuesdays)
Bob Carl will teach the Sept 9 and 16 Classes
October 7, 14, 21, & 28 (Tuesdays)
Class Times:
Ages 10 – 13 Time: 3:30 – 4:30
Ages 6 – 9 Time: 4:30 – 5:30
The signup deadline is 3 days before class begins
Fee: $40 for the 4 one-hour classes, $10 for each session
It includes all supplies; pay when you arrive.
Projects often overlap, so it is essential to attend all four 4classes.
Contact: Mrs.Colleen Van Steen
Text: (937) 654 -6618
Email: greenestones@aol.com
Parking & entrance are located in the back of the class.
Zart is our mascot who loves to create and inspire!
Join the fun!
You do not have to stay with your child during class, but you certainly may if you like.
You may also enjoy other areas in the building, including the gallery and gift shop.
NEXT WEEK:Thursday August 21st, pm – 8:00 pm
Writers and Illustrators Meeting:
EXERCISE YOUR WRITES
Looking forward to seeing all of you there!
This month’s Writing and Illustration Prompts:
Flag & Relish
Current Gallery Show:
Annual Members Show titled ” TREES”
July 31st through August 31st
Opening Reception August 9th, 5 – 8pm
Membership Dues
A reminder to please remit your membership dues if you have not done so yet. We have a great many events and activities being planned. It’s a great time to renew or get a friend to join. We welcome everyone.
LVAG Calendar of Shows: 2025
Current Gallery Show:
Annual Members Show titled ” TREES”
July 31st through August 31st
Opening Reception August 9th, 5 – 8pm
Upcoming Gallery Shows:
Sept 4 thru Sept. 27 Lailah Hill Show
Oct 2 thru Oct 26 Tessa Kalman Watercolor Exhibition
Oct 30 thru Nov. 30 George Peyton – Shannon Shaw – Max Shuff – Fantasy Show
Dec.4 thru Dec 28, Beckie Neff
Scheduled Classes:
Adult Acrylic Painting Class
Join us for three adult acrylic painting classes, similar to the popular “sip and paint” events!
Class Details:
Dates: Thursday nights on August 21, September 4, and September 25
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: The London Arts Center
Fee: $18 per class (plus $5 supplies fee) –
Teacher: Bob Carl
Bob will provide all painting materials for an additional $5 fee, which includes five colors of acrylic paint and an 11 x 14″ canvas panel. If you prefer to bring your own supplies, ensure you bring a tube of each of the following colors: red, yellow, blue, black, and white. Friends can also share and purchase these together.
Please register at least three days prior to the class. You can text, call, or send a Facebook message to Bob Carl at (843) 635-1902.
Bob will bring several landscape pictures for the class to choose from. Upon arrival, we’ll vote for our favorite picture, and in case of a tie, Bob will be happy to act as the tie-breaker. Guests are welcome to bring a beverage (water or otherwise) and a snack to enjoy during the class.
Looking forward to painting with you!
Zart Art Classes for Youth
Class Dates:
September: 2, 9, 16, & 23
Bob Carl will teach the Sept 9 and 16 Classes
October: 7, 14, 21, & 28
Class Times:
Ages 10 – 13 Time: 3:30 – 4:30
Ages 6 – 9 Time: 4:30 – 5:30
The signup deadline is 3 days before class begins
Fee: $40 for the 4 one-hour classes, $10 for each session
It includes all supplies; pay when you arrive.
Projects often overlap, so it is essential to attend all four 4classes.
Contact: Mrs.Colleen Van Steen
Text: (937) 654 -6618
Email: greenestones@aol.com
Parking & entrance are located in the back of the class.
Zart is our mascot who loves to create and inspire!
Join the fun!
You do not have to stay with your child during class, but you certainly may if you like.
You may also enjoy other areas in the building, including the gallery and gift shop.
We love posting photos of our classes and posting on Facebook. Please let us know if this is a problem.
Regular Club Meetings:
Writers and Illustrators Meeting:
EXERCISE YOUR WRITES
We talk about Writing, Poetry, and Illustration. We share our work in a round table discussion. We also offer monthly prompts to be used to stir our imaginations. Create a Story of approximately 1000 words. Write in any style (poetry, prose) and any genre (Drama, Thriller, Sci-Fi, Comedy, etc.) or create an illustration using the prompts as inspiration. Join us and share your work.
We’re excited to inform you that we’ll be moving our meeting time from March to the third Thursday of each month at 6:00 p.m. We hope this change makes it easier for more members and guests to join us! It’s an excellent opportunity to unite, unleash our creativity, and share our love for art in a supportive atmosphere.
Looking forward to seeing all of you there!
This month’s Writing and Illustration Prompts:
Flag & Relish
Meeting: 3rd Thursday of the month from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Coffee and Conversation:
This get-together will take place on the fourth Wednesday of the month, from 1:30 to 3:30. The idea is to break up the week for older adults to talk about Art, Quilting, and associated passions. Join us for a fun afternoon of talks without the worry of driving at night.
Meeting: 4th Wednesday of the month at 1:30
LVAG Board Meeting:
The London Visual Arts Guild Board meets on the fourth Tuesday of the month
Meeting: 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm
General Information
Youth Classes
We offer youth education classes.
Zart: Classes designed to increase the youth’s knowledge and enjoyment of art.
Home School Classes: Providing art education to supplement the home school student
Open Studio
The LVAG London Arts Center hosts Open Studio every Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Members and the public are welcome. Bring your current project or start a new one. It’s a great time to work and mingle with other artists.
Memberships
We rely on membership support to offer classes and workshops at reasonable costs. For $2.08 a month, less than the cost of a gas station coffee, you can join in all the fun and help us bring wonderment and joy to our community through art and friendship.
Memberships make a great gift for birthdays, Christmas, or any festive occasion.
The membership basic fee is $25.00 or $50.00 for a family:
You may remit a check to:
The London Arts Center
PO Box 362
London OH 43140
Or if you wish to pay in cash, bring the amount to any event or regular open day.
LVAG Regular Hours: Thursday 11 -2 pm, Saturday 10 – 2 pm
Sunday 11 – 2 pm
www.londonartscenter.org
LVAG London Arts Center
PO Box 362
121 East First Street
London, OH 43140