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ArtMatters Newsletter August 2021

ArtMatters Newsletter

ArtMatters Newsletter August 2021

Art in the Park and CD Release Concert

The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol VII

The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol VII

On August 22nd from 5 pm to 8 pm at Fireman’s Park in Chaska, we will be celebrating the release of The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol. Vll with a concert featuring music from the CD. Performing artists include: Clark Machtemes, Tara B., Collin Patterson, Tom Bright, Holly and Matt, Jackson Atkins, Sam Fleitman, Yvette Nelson, Tanecsha Jones, Blue Skies Band, and more.

For more information email: music@artsofcarvercounty.org.

 


Art Wander 20212021 Art Wander Postcard

Mark your calendar for the 2021 Edge of the Big Woods Art Wander in Carver County – September 24, 25 and 26th! 36 artists will be showing and selling their art at 15 studios located throughout Carver County. We are looking forward to our 9th year of this amazing display of the talents of local and regional artists.

Potters, painters, printers, jewelers, glass and fiber artists look forward to showing and demonstrating their work in unique “working studio” environments.

Learn more on the ACCC website or visit ArtWander.com.

Visual Art News

Honoring Cultures Exhibit

Our next exhibit, Honoring Cultures, opens on August 11. We celebrate the diversity of our cultures, backgrounds, and histories. We’ve asked artists to pull their creative juices together to expound on Honoring Cultures. Come and see the celebrations of uniqueness and togetherness that cultures represent.

Show Dates: August 11 to September 18, 2021

Artists’ Reception: Thursday, August 26, 2021, 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the ACCC Arts Center Gallery and Chaska Community Center Theater.

Join us to meet the artists, bring a friend or two, and celebrate our local artists!

Literary News Open Reading Event – August 3rd Close Encounters of Any Kind

On August 3rd, we are excited to present an Open Reading Event at the Chaska Community Center. Join us for a night of readings on the theme of “Close Encounters of Any Kind.” Authors of fiction, non-fiction, and poetry are invited to share their work. Please limit your selection to 5 minutes in length to allow as many as possible to read. Just show up by 7 pm, if you’d like to read come a few minutes early to sign up for a slot.

The public is invited to attend so feel free to invite family and friends. We will follow current CDC protocols to maintain everyone’s safety.

Before and after the performance you are invited to visit the gift shop and view the gallery exhibit, Micro Mystery Tour.”

CONTACT
Anne Jackson
author@annemjackson.com
952-240-2589

If you have any questions please contact any member of the Literary Committee of the ACCC literary@artsofcarvercounty.org, the ACCC office/shop (952-443-3200), or Anne Jackson, author@annemjackson.com. We look forward to seeing you.


Music News – New Song Collective

New Song Collective

 

We will be having The New Song Collective on October 7th and December 9th at the Chaska Community Center Theater. This is a gathering of Songwriters and Musicians performing original music. Plan to join us for some amazing local talent and check out the Gift Shop while you are here. More details to follow.

 

Christmas Music Show

The Brueske's

On December 11th The Brueske’s will be doing a Christmas Music Show from 7 to 8:30 pm at the Chaska Community Center Theater. Watch our website for more details as the date gets closer.


Education Fall Classes

The CCC is working to put together Art Classes for the Fall 2021 catalog with our own ACCC teaching artists. We are excited to offer many new classes taught by an assortment of wonderful artists. New classes include: watercolor, memory tile class, acrylic painting, silk painting, fused glass hearts, glass enamel paint pour, and sensory explosion for youth and adults. Many of our classes can accommodate people with special needs. Come meet new friends while learning new ways to express yourself!

We All Belong OutDoor Photography Show

Photography created in the We All Belong workshop earlier this year will continue to “pop up” around Carver County this summer and early fall. These photographs document the 6-week long workshop about inclusion, self-acceptance, and valuing all members of our Carver County community.  Some of the next display dates and locations with musical performances are listed below:

  • Friday, August 13- Dave & The Rockin’ All Stars; 7-8:30 pm (City Square, Chaska, MN)
  • Sunday, August 22- Arts Consortium Musicians & Art in the Park ; 5-8 pm (Firemen’s Park, Chaska, MN )

Check out our Facebook and Instagram to find future placements of the 60+ photographs outdoor exhibit by and for Carver County residents.


Art Tourism

The Art Tourism Committee worked with Carver County to have the latest barn quilt completed and installed at the Baylor Regional Park barn in Norwood Young America. We invited the public to participate in a naming contest to name this latest quilt. The winner was announced on July 20th, during the Taste of NYA, and was Jane Bauman of Excelsior, MN. Her winning entry was “Reasons for Seasons”. Congratulations! Jane received a gift basket filled with Barn Quilt gifts and souvenirs. The public is invited to view the new barn quilt at Baylor Park, which was created by ACCC artist Suzanne Thiesfeld!

Contact Janet Fahey, Art Tourism, arttourism@artsofcarvercounty.org to learn more.


Arts Center – Shop & Volunteer – See What’s New!

Thank you for choosing to SHOP at the ACCC Arts Center Gift Shop and Gallery. We appreciate your support and we look forward to seeing you soon!

We’d like to thank the volunteers who work in the ACCC Arts Center and allow us to keep our Gift Shop doors open Wednesday-Friday 11-6 and Saturday 9-4. We invite you to consider volunteering at the Arts Center. It’s a great way to learn more about the ACCC and see what’s for sale as our inventory is constantly being updated. We offer complete training, no retail sales experience necessary. Simply complete the Volunteer Form on our website and we will get you in touch with a trainer.

Meet volunteer & artist Elizabeth Brommelsiek! Elizabeth has been a Chaska resident for over 20 years while enjoying teaching young children for District # 112. Now in retirement, she has combined her hobbies of sewing and painting to create unique home decor accent pieces with WATERCOLOR ON MUSLIN. Elizabeth is one of our main volunteers and trainer, who can share her Gift Shop experience and overall knowledge of the ACCC. We send a huge thank-you to Elizabeth for all she does for the ACCC! We appreciate Elizabeth and all our volunteers!

Consider becoming a volunteer and working with Elizabeth and our other artists and volunteers!

Elizabeth Brommelsiek

Elizabeth Brommelsiek

Any ACCC Member with artwork in our Gift Shop or in an Exhibit who works 6+ hours in the Arts Center Gift Shop in a given month will earn an extra 10% commission on the sale of their work for that month. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page for future shows.


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ArtMatters Newsletter August 2021
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ArtMatters Newsletter July 2021

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ArtMatters Newsletter July 2021

Letter from ACCC Board of Directors

We are saddened to announce the resignation of Barb Hone from the ACCC Board of Directors, most recently serving as Member at Large. Barb may be best known as the founder/organizer of ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival and the creator of the highly successful Purple Reigns event held last month. Over the years Barb has served on many committees and volunteered at the Arts Center. She always greets every ACCC project as an opportunity to engage with the community. Her smile and abundant amount of energy will be hard to replicate. The ACCC board and members are grateful for all Barb has contributed over the last 11 years. She has been a faithful advocate for the ACCC and we will miss her! Be sure to stop by the Barn Quilt booth at ArtStock to see her!

ACCC Board of Directors
info@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Barb Hone is pictured here in the front row on the left, with the Purple Committee Members Kaarin Foede, second row; Terrie Myers and Janet Fahey.


Festivals

ArtStock: Art, Wine & Music Festival 10th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, July 10, 10am-5pm and Sunday, July 11, 11am-5pm

ArtStock has something for everyone! Grab a friend and come see us! In addition to the artist booths and the picturesque, vineyard/orchard setting, live music fills the air both days enhancing this wonderful, summertime experience. The Arts Consortium of Carver County welcomes all artists and festival-goers to the 2021 ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival which includes an assortment of exciting new artists, as well as old favorites, representing diverse media such as photography, sculpture, wearable arts, glass, fibers, painting, and more. Look for this year’s commemorative wine glass! Send your ArtStock questions to Chairperson, Barb Hone, festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org.Parley Lake Winery

ACCC Fundraising Concert Featuring World Renowned Blue Grass Band Monroe Crossing

Monroe Crossing Concert PosterPlease join us for the ACCC’s fundraising concert of the year, featuring the renowned bluegrass band, Monroe Crossing. The ACCC provides access to the arts. Enjoy an evening out with your friends listening to great music and drinking fine wine at sunset in the midst of the beautiful local vineyard. We hope you join us and we appreciate your continued support. See you July 10th!!

Saturday, July 10, 2021 (after ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival)
7:00-9:30PM
This is a live concert held at Parley Lake Winery, 8350 Parley Lake Road, Waconia, MN.

Tickets ON SALE NOW! Maximum tickets available – 250

Purchase Tickets Today!

VIP seating – $35.00    General Admission – $20.00 Tickets can be purchased up to the event providing seat availability.

Learn more about Monroe Crossing

Direct your questions to Barb Hone, Festivals Chairperson, 612-799-8208, festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Visual Arts News

Micro Mystery Tour

Our next exhibit, Micro Mystery Tour, opens July 7. We have tapped the imagination of artists to Look Closer and Explore in Micro Vision for this exhibit. We invite you to see what they have created. They will zoom in on the smallest of small or the smallest of large and lead you on a path of discovery.

Show Dates: July 7 to August 7, 2021
Artists’ Reception: Thursday, July 22, 2021, 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the ACCC Arts Center Gallery and Chaska Community Center Theater. Join us to meet the artists, bring a friend or two and celebrate our local artists!


Literary News

ArtStock
The Literary Committee is planning to have an authors’ booth at ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival July 10-11, 2021. If you have a book or books to sell, do join us for this great opportunity! The booth is open to ACCC members and non-members alike and there is a nominal fee to secure registration for the event. Please contact Amy at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org for information and to register. This event is outdoors and will follow all Minnesota state/event organizer COVID-19 guidelines current at time of the event, to ensure the safety and enjoyment for all in attendance.

Micro encounters of Any Kind!
Join us for an open read on August 3rd at the Chaska Community Center as we focus on the smaller moments that happen in the world at large. Writers and poets are welcomed to write and read a small piece around the theme “micro encounters” as a tie-in with the Micro Mystery Tour gallery exhibit. What micro encounters – intimate, poignant, funny, etc. – spark your creativity? Any interested writers or poets are free to partake in this open read. Check out the ACCC website and social media pages for further information as we get closer to August.

Future Events
Start planning for autumn writing events! This might be hard to do while we’re still in the middle of summer, but keep these upcoming events on your radar:

  • October: Halloween themed open reading
  • November: National Author Day/NaNoWriMo kick off celebrations
  • January 2022: Literary Classes and Workshops
Volunteer

A call for volunteers!
Would you like to be involved in planning activities, such as readings, for writers in Carver County? We’d love to have you join us. If you are interested, please fill our a volunteer form indicating interest in the Literary Committee or contact Amy Stender, Literary Liaison at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org.  Or visit our VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES page to sign up!


Music News

ArtStock is coming!
The ACCC will be featuring local talent from our Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol. VII at ArtStock at Parley Lake Winery on July 10th and 11th.

  • 7/10 10 am – noon: The Brueske’s
  • 7/10 noon – 2 pm: Matt and Holly
  • 7/10 2 – 5 pm: Traveled Ground
  • 7/10 7 pm: Monroe Crossing
    (purchase advance tickets for this special concert, details on the ACCC website)
  • 7/11 11 am – 1 pm: Ted Hajnasiewicz
  • 7/11 1 pm – 3 pm: Lehto and Wright
  • 7/11 3 pm – 5 pm: Blue Skies Band

CD Release Celebration
August 22nd from 5pm to 8pm at Fireman’s Park in Chaska we will be celebrating the release of The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol. Vll with a concert featuring music from the CD. Performing artists include: Clark Machtemes, Tara B., Collin Patterson, Tom Bright, Holly and Matt, Jackson Atkins, Sam Fleitman, Yvette Nelson, Tanecsha Jones, Blue Skies Band and more.
For more information email: music@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Education

Fall Classes
The CCC is working to put together Art Classes for the Fall 2021 catalog with our own ACCC teaching artists. We are excited to offer many new classes taught by an assortment of wonderful artists. New classes include: watercolor, memory tile class, acrylic painting, silk painting, fused glass hearts, glass enamel paint pour and sensory explosion for youth and adults. Many of our classes can accommodate people with special needs. Come meet new friends while learning new ways to express yourself!

We All Belong Outdoor Photography Show
Photography created in the We All Belong workshop earlier this year will be “popping up” around Carver County this summer and early fall. These photographs document the 6 week long workshop about inclusion, self-acceptance and valuing all members of our Carver County community. Check out our Facebook and Instagram to find the latest placement of the 60+ photograph outdoor exhibit by and for Carver County residents.

 


Art Tourism News

Barn QuiltBaylor Park Barn Quilt

The Art Tourism Committee has been working with the County on a barn quilt for the Baylor Regional Park barn in Norwood Young America. This newest barn quilt will join the ever growing open air art gallery of 45+ barn quilts across the County. It is projected to be installed this summer. Carver County artist, Suzanne Theisfeld has designed the quilt.

The Arts Consortium and Art Tourism Committee had previously invited the public to participate in a naming contest to “name” this latest new barn quilt. The winner will be announced at the Taste of NYA on Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Willkommen Memorial Park, in Norwood Young America.

Join us to hear the winning name and enjoy a night of food samples, giveaways, music, family friendly games and activities and more!

Elements of the quilt include maple leaves to represent the seasons and maple syrup production. Other elements represent park activities such as cross country skiing, the beach on Eagle Lake and the heavily used camp grounds.  The center image represents the popular Eagle Lake Observatory.  The cow is a symbol to the park’s agricultural history as a past working farm. Contact Janet Fahey, Art Tourism, arttourism@artsofcarvercounty.org to learn more.


Arts Center – Shop & Volunteer – See What’s New!

Thank you for choosing to SHOP at the ACCC Arts Center Gift Shop and Gallery. We appreciate your support and we look forward to seeing you soon!

We’d like to thank the volunteers who work in the ACCC Arts Center and allow us to keep our Gift Shop doors open Wednesday-Friday 11-6 and Saturday 9-4. We invite you to consider volunteering at the Arts Center. It’s a great way to learn more about the ACCC and see what’s for sale as our inventory is constantly being updated. We offer complete training, no retail sales experience necessary. Simply complete the Volunteer Form on our website and we will get you in touch with a trainer. Thank you for reading ArtMatters Newsletter July 2021

Volunteer

Any ACCC Member with artwork in our Gift Shop or in an Exhibit who works 6+ hours in the Arts Center Gift Shop in a given month will earn an extra 10% commission on the sale of their work for that month. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page for future shows.


Art Wander 2021 – Save the Date!

Mark your Calendar for the 2021 Edge of the Big Woods Art Wander in Carver County! Learn more on the ACCC website or visit ArtWander.com.

2021 Art Wander Postcard

 


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Follow us on Social Media
Visit our Calendar for Classes, Workshops, Meetings, Readings, Concerts, Artists’ Receptions, Exhibits and More!
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ArtMatters Newsletter June 2021

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ArtMatters Newsletter June 2021

Letter from ACCC President, Mary Williamson

Mary WilliamsonGreetings Arts Consortium of Carver County Members, Friends, and enthusiasts!!  We are heading into summer with sunshine and a full event schedule! The event line-up for the summer sets the stage for the ACCC to meet its mission: to strengthen our community through the arts – and cultivate the arts through the community.
Have an amazing June, be well and keep creating!

ACCC President, Mary K. E. Williamson, info@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Visual Arts News

Express yourself in purpleOur latest exhibit, Express Yourself in Purple, opens June 2. We are excited to see what our community of artists have created to honor Prince. This exhibit will open a month long celebration of our late hometown celebrity. In conjunction with the Exhibit, the ACCC is sponsoring the County wide event, Purple Reigns. We will honor Prince posthumously as our 2021 Honorary Member of the ACCC at the Artist’s Reception. As his favorite color was purple… it’s natural to bring everyone together as we “paint the County Purple” for the month of June.  Purple Reigns is approved by the Prince Estate, Paisley Park.

Be sure to stop into the ACCC Gift Shop in June and pick up your free Purple mini – swag kit to start decorating your home or business!!  Fun for the whole family!

Show Dates: June 2 to July 3, 2021
Artists’ Reception and Purple Reigns Honorary Ceremony: Thursday, June 17, 2021, 6:30 – 8:30 PM at the ACCC Arts Center Gallery and Chaska Community Center Theater.


Literary News

Looking forward to Summer
Summer is upon us as are more opportunities to get out and enjoy the weather. In June, July, and August, the Literary Committee is offering three events for open readings for authors, poets, and anyone interested in hearing writers share their words. ACCC Members and non members are welcome to perform their works. Given the relaxing COVID-19 restrictions, events will follow any applicable guidelines for the venue. Masks and social distancing are recommended for non-vaccinated attendees. Look for more information for these events coming to Chaska (June), Victoria (July), and Waconia (August) on the ACCC website and social media pages as they become available.

The Literary Committee is planning to have an authors’ booth at  ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival July 10-11, 2021.  If you have a book or books to sell, do join us for this great opportunity!  The booth is open to ACCC members and non-members alike and there is a nominal fee to secure registration for event. Please contact Amy at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org for information and to register. This event is outdoors and will follow all Minnesota state/event organizer COVID-19 guidelines current at time of the event, to ensure the safety and enjoyment for all in attendance.

A call for instructors!
Do you run a blog/vlog about the writing process? Have insights to share about the publishing world for those looking to get their works in print? Want to help fellow writers edit their works? The Literary Committee and the ACCC are looking for instructors for classes and workshops (virtual or in person) to share their knowledge and passion with others. If you are interested in running a class/workshop, please contact Amy at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Music News

Purple Reigns
The Arts Consortium will be showcasing local musical talent at the Purple Reigns event on June 17th.

CD Release Celebration

August 22nd from 5pm to 8pm at Fireman’s Park in Chaska we will be celebrating the release of The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol. VII with a concert featuring music from the CD. The CD’s cover design was created by Carver County artist, Janet Brose. Stay tuned for more details about this event. A music concert series for the fall at the Chaska Community Center Theater is in the works with more details to come! Email your questions to music@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Education

We All Belong Workshop
Last month we completed the We All Belong Workshop series, funded by the State Arts Board of MN. Participants created artwork that will be part of an outdoor gallery display which will be installed along the driveway into the CCC starting at Engler Blvd.

Watercolor Class
Watercolor Class by Anne KrocakAnne Krocak will be offering an in-person watercolor class for those 18+. The joy of painting for all. Come share laughter and community while learning painting and drawing techniques. Each class will include supplies, new techniques, fun conversation and a time to celebrate and grow as an artist and art class community member.

Pre-registration is required. Minimum 8 / Max 10 Enrolled

Date: Mondays July 5 to July 26, 2021
Time: 6-8pm
Where: Chaska Community Center

Cost: $99 CCC Members, $129 Non Members
10% Discount for ACCC Members. Members can get the current CCC Discount code when they log into their ACCC Member Account. Please register for this event. Bring a friend!

If you’d like to teach a class, please reach out to Anne Krocak at classes@artsofcarvercounty.org.


Festivals

Purple Reigns
“Painting the County purple” is underway. Invitations have been sent to our cities, schools, libraries and chambers of commerce. Carver County has fully and enthusiastically embraced this first-ever County-wide public art project. They have committed to lighting the Government Center with purple flood lights during the month of June. Please join us, personally, wear purple at your workplace, be creative; in your neighborhood, challenge participation, develop a contest. Take photos of every “purple” expression and share on social media using  #purplereigns2021.

The purpose of this event is trifold:

  1. To honor Prince. The ACCC is posthumously naming him Honorary Member, 2021.
  2. To draw attention to the arts in Carver County & invite everyone to be an artist during the month of June.
  3. County-wide individuals create “community” – a healing act as we emerge from COVID.

If you’d like to be on the Purple Reigns Committee, or participate in the event, please contact Barb Hone at purplereigns@artsofcarvercounty.org.


ArtStock: Art, Wine & Music Festival

Saturday, July 10, 10am-5pm and Sunday, July 11, 11am-5pmArtStock 2021 logo

ArtStock is a 2-day art & music festival with something for everyone! In addition to the artist booths and the picturesque, vineyard/orchard setting, live music fills the air both days enhancing this wonderful, summertime experience. The Arts Consortium of Carver County welcomes all artists and festival-goers to the 2021 ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival which includes an assortment of exciting new artists, as well as old favorites, representing diverse media such as photography, sculpture, wearable arts, glass, fibers, painting, and more. Artists – please register to have a booth at ArtStock!

If you’d like to be on our Festivals Committee, please let us know! Contact Barb Hone, Festivals Committee Chairperson, festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org 


ACCC Fundraising Concert Featuring World

Renowned Blue Grass Band Monroe Crossing

Please join us for the ACCC’s fundraising concert of the year, featuring the renowned bluegrass band, Monroe Crossing. The ACCC provides access to the arts. Enjoy an evening out with your friends listening to great music and drinking fine wine at sunset in the midst of the beautiful local vineyard. We hope you join us and we appreciate your continued support.  Mark July 10th on your calendars now!

Saturday, July 10, 2021 (after ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival)
Parley Lake Winery7:00-9:30PM

This is a live concert held at Parley Lake Winery, 8350 Parley Lake Road, Waconia, MN.

Ticket sales for the concert begin June 21, 2021. Maximum tickets available – 250

VIP seating – $35.00    General Admission – $20.00
Tickets can be purchased up to the event providing seat availability.

To purchase, visit the Parley Lake Winery website, https://www.parleylakewinery.com
Learn more about Monroe Crossing

Direct your questions to Barb Hone, Festivals Chairperson, 612-799-8208, festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Monroe Crossing Concert Poster


Ag Art GalleryArt Tourism News

Kitchen Art in, on & created from Antiques, is the topic for the months of May & June for Ag Art. Please, submit photos of your kitchen antique art.  Include the artist’s name, name of the work, approx. date created, city/township, and your phone number in case we have any questions. Photos of your Ag Art should be a JPG with file size of 1MB or less. Photos will be published on the ACCC website on the Ag Art Gallery page with descriptions. Email your questions and your entry to arttourism@artsofcarvercounty.orgDEADLINE: Submit your entry by June 30, 2021.

Barn QuiltBaylor Park Barn Quilt

The Art Tourism Committee has been working with the County on a barn quilt for the Baylor Regional Park barn in Norwood Young America. This newest barn quilt will join the ever growing open air art gallery of 45+ barn quilts across the County. It is projected to be installed this summer. Carver County artist, Suzanne Theisfeld has designed the quilt.

The Arts Consortium and Art Tourism Committee is inviting the public to participate in a naming contest to “name” this latest new barn quilt. The winner will be announced this summer at the barn quilt installation ceremony. Date and time to be announced.

Elements of the quilt include maple leaves to represent the seasons and maple syrup production. Other elements represent park activities such as cross country skiing, the beach on Eagle Lake and the heavily used camp grounds.  The center image represents the popular Eagle Lake Observatory.  The cow is a symbol to the park’s agricultural history as a past working farm.  Join the fun and help name this unique barn quilt!  Send your suggested name to arttourism@artsofcarvercounty.org  by June 15th, 2021.  If you have questions, please contact Janet Fahey at 612-382-4512.


Arts Center Volunteers

We’d like to thank the volunteers who work in the ACCC Arts Center and allow us to keep our Gift Shop doors open Wednesday-Friday 11-6 and Saturday 9-4. We invite you to consider volunteering at the Arts Center. It’s a great way to learn more about the ACCC and see what’s for sale as our inventory is constantly being updated. We offer complete training, no retail sales experience necessary. Simply complete the Volunteer Form on our website and we will get you in touch with a trainer.

Any ACCC Member with artwork in our Gift Shop or in an Exhibit who works 6+ hours in the Arts Center Gift Shop in a given month will earn an extra 10% commission on the sale of their work for that month. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page for future shows.

ACCC Volunteers


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ArtMatters Newsletter May 2021

Letter from ACCC President, Mary Williamson

Mary WilliamsonApril showers were prevalent last month and spring continues its whirlwind of warm days, cool nights and a few thunderstorms to wake up the trees and tulips! The colors of spring are fresh, bright and full of new life. The ACCC reflects this re-awakening with new officers and Board Members, a new collaboration with the City of Chaska and the CCC, exciting new events this summer season and of course new supporters, volunteers & members to the ACCC.

Much like our garden perennials, the ACCC is also growing!  We are thrilled with our new, highly visible Gift Shop and expansive gallery to showcase our member’s work.  If you were waiting on a good time to sell your art, literature, or music, it is time!  We are on the cusp of publishing our online store and would love to support you on the world wide web as well as in person.  Consider submitting your art for upcoming gallery shows or inquire on leading a class to expand your reach as an artist!  Our community loves to learn from those creating! Drop into the new Gift Shop and say hello, or even better, volunteer for a shift or two each month to get to know more members and visitors!  Be well, be creative!  ACCC President, Mary K. E. Williamson, info@artsofcarvercounty.org.

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Visual Arts News

Sense of Place Exhibit

Currently on display at the ACCC gallery exhibit is the juried show Sense of Place. We encourage everyone to come see this exhibit on display through May 8.

Our next show is a nod to the youngest artists in our community. Preschoolers at the Chaska Community Center will display their artwork starting May 12 through May 29 for Creations From Preschoolers Exhibit. You will love seeing their creative minds at work. Congratulations little artists!

creations from preschool

In June, the ACCC will recognize the 5th year since the passing of our local legend, Prince. Carver County is encouraged to “paint the County purple” during Purple Reigns, a celebration of Prince’s life and work. The gallery at the Chaska Community Center will display entries to the show Express Yourself In Purple from June 2 to July 3. We invite artists to submit their work for consideration in this show.

express yourself exhibit

Express Yourself In Purple – Call for Artists
We are asking all artists to get into the theme of Purple for the Express Yourself in Purple Exhibit. Whether it is a still life painting or photography depicting grapes and wine to a sculpture painted in purple or representations of a floral garden in purple. A study in Purple….is where we’re at…  We want to see all things Purple and we ask you to create with that in mind. All mediums are welcome, we’re excited to see the Gallery walls decked in the color Purple and all that inspires your reign!

In conjunction with the Exhibit, the ACCC is sponsoring the County wide event, Purple ReignsWe will honor Prince posthumously as our 2021 Honorary Member of the ACCC, we celebrate in his birthday month. As his favorite color was purple… it’s natural to bring everyone together as we “paint the County Purple” for the month of June.  Purple Reigns is approved by the Prince Estate, Paisley Park.

Entry Fee Deadline: by midnight on Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Show Dates: June 2 to July 3, 2021
Artists’ Reception and Purple Reigns Honorary Ceremony: Thursday, June 17, 2021, 6:30 – 8:30 PM

Entry details and Registration Form are on the ACCC website.

Literary News

Poetry and Poets Celebrated
National Poetry Month has come to an end. We celebrated poetry and the winners of the 2021 Poetry Contest on April 21 with adult winners and participants reading their works to an audience on Zoom.  We also had a brief discussion of poetry and the writing process.  If you were not able to attend, you can read the winning poems of students and of adults on the website. Congratulations, again, to all the winners, and thanks to the audience for joining us in the celebration of poetry.

Looking forward to Summer
The Literary Committee is planning to have an authors’ booth at two local festivals this summer: The Norwood Young America Springfest Artisan Fair May 15, 2021, and ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival July 10-11, 2021.  If you have a book or books to sell, do join us for two great opportunities this summer!  Both opportunities are  open to ACCC members and non-members alike and there is a nominal fee to secure registration for event(s). Please contact Amy at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org for information and to register. Both events will be outdoors and will follow all Minnesota state/event organizer COVID-19 guidelines, current at time of the event, to ensure the safety and enjoyment for all in attendance.

Music News

August 22nd from 5pm to 8pm at Fireman’s Park in Chaska we will be celebrating the release of The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County Vol. Vll with a concert featuring music from the CD. Stay tuned for more details about this event. A music concert series for the fall at the Chaska Community Center Theater is in the works with more details to come! Email your questions to music@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Education

This month we are finishing our We All Belong in Carver Workshop series, funded by the State Arts Board of MN.  It has been a great success. The Chaska Human Rights Group has taken a big interest in this project. We are hoping to continue offering similar programming.  June will be the first of a series of open air gallery shows showcasing the photos and community dialogue created during the workshop.

We are offering two wonderful classes in cooperation with the Chaska Community Center.  Please check the ACCC or the CCC for more information on this exciting programming. If you’d like to teach a class, please reach out to Anne Krocak at classes@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Festivals

Purple Reigns
“Painting the County purple” is underway. Invitations have been sent to our cities, schools, libraries and chambers of commerce. Carver County has fully and enthusiastically embraced this first-ever County-wide public art project. They have committed to lighting the Government Center with purple flood lights during the month of June. Please join us, personally, wear purple at your workplace, be creative; in your neighborhood, challenge participation, develop a contest. Take photos of every “purple” expression and share on social media using  #purplereigns2021.

The purpose of this event is trifold:

  1. To honor Prince. The ACCC is posthumously naming him Honorary Member, 2021.
  2. To draw attention to the arts in Carver County & invite everyone to be an artist during the month of June.
  3. County-wide individuals create “community” – a healing act as we emerge from COVID.

If you’d like to be on the Purple Reigns Committee, or participate in the event, please contact Barb Hone at purplereigns@artsofcarvercounty.org.

ArtStock: Art, Wine & Music Festival
July 10-11, we celebrate our 10th Anniversary. Mark your calendars. A Monroe Crossing Concert headlines the evening of Saturday, July 10th at 7:00 pm. Tickets are required $35 for VIP seating, $20 for General Admission. ACCC Members will receive early ticketing and a 10% discount.
To receive this benefit, order your tickets between May 3-16 by contacting info@parleylake.com. Single, public tickets will be on sale starting June 21.

Artists – please register to have a booth at ArtStock!

If you’d like to be on our Festivals Committee, please let us know! Contact Barb Hone, Festivals Committee Chairperson, festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org 

Ag Art GalleryArt Tourism News

Kitchen Art in, on & created from Antiques, is the topic for the months of May & June for Ag Art. Please, submit photos of your kitchen antique art.  Include the artist’s name, name of the work, approx. date created, city/township, and your phone number in case we have any questions. Photos of your Ag Art should be a JPG with file size of 1MB or less. Photos will be published on the ACCC website on the Ag Art Gallery page with descriptions. Email your questions and your entry to arttourism@artsofcarvercounty.orgDEADLINE: Submit your entry by June 30, 2021.

Arts Center Volunteers

We’d like to thank the volunteers who work in the ACCC Arts Center and allow us to keep our Gift Shop doors open Wednesday-Friday 11-6 and Saturday 9-4. We invite you to consider volunteering at the Arts Center. It’s a great way to learn more about the ACCC and see what’s for sale as our inventory is constantly being updated. We offer complete training, no retail sales experience necessary. Simply complete the Volunteer Form on our website and we will get you in touch with a trainer.

Any ACCC Member with artwork in our Gift Shop or in an Exhibit who works 6+ hours in the Arts Center Gift Shop in a given month will earn an extra 10% commission on the sale of their work for that month. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page for future shows.

ACCC Arts Center Gift Shop

Springfest Artisan Fair

The 2nd Annual Springfest Artisan Fair, hosted by the City of Norwood Young America (NYA), the NYA Economic Development Commission and the NYA Area Chamber of Commerce will be held on Saturday, May 15, 2021. This event will unite local painters, designers, authors, potters, quilters, craft brewers, locals farmers, musicians, etc., to display their talents and wares in our charming Historic Downtown Norwood.
Please plan to join us for this 2nd Annual Springfest Artisan Fair! For more information visit their Facebook page at facebook.com/nyaspringfest/

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ArtMatters Newsletter April 2020

ArtMatters Newsletter Volume 10 Issue 4 | April 2020

Hello! Thank you for opening our April ArtMatters Newsletter as we keep you informed about everything the ACCC has to offer. Please watch our website for updates on classes and events to see if the current health crisis necessitates we cancel or postpone.

ACCC Annual Meeting Statement

For those of you who missed our ACCC Annual Meeting March 10th, you can view the ACCC 2019 Annual Statement on our Membership page on our website at any time.

Mark Your Calendar

Saturday, April 25 Block Printing Class from 12-2:30pm
Friday, May 1 New Song Collective (to be determined)
Saturday, May 2 Mobile Phone Photography I Class 9-12pm
Saturday, May 16 Work in Progress Workshop 9-11am
Saturday, June 20 Viking Knit Bracelet Class10am-3pm
Saturday, July 18 Saami Bracelet Class 9am-3pm

Check our online Calendar for more events, classes and opportunities!
Arts Center Gift Shop and Gallery Hours Wed-Sat 9-5 (subject to volunteer availability)
Open extended hours for classes and special events
Per the MN Governor’s order to “Stay at Home” the ACCC Arts Center is closed until April 10, 2020. We anticipate opening Saturday, April 11, 2020 if allowed.


Upcoming Events

Literary Arts

Flash Fiction Winners 2020First, we are pleased to announce that the Flash Fiction Contest winners are published on our ACCC website.  Please read and enjoy!  Link to the stories. Several winners pictured.

Our 2020 Poetry Contest is closed, and poems are being reviewed for awards. At this time, we are postponing the Poetry Celebration scheduled for April 28 in the Arts Center and Ruby’s Roost. We do not yet have an alternative date but hope to do something in May at which all those who entered will be invited to read, and ribbons will be awarded to winners.  Joyce Sutphen, Minnesota Poet Laureate and other judges will also read. Questions? Contact Susan Coultrap-McQuin at literary@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Interested in joining the Board of ACCC as the next Literary Liaison?  Please fill out a Board Member Application on our website.

Sprig of That Presents, Metro Blend – Twin Cities Composer Commissions May 22

Sprig of ThatSprig Of That is a Minneapolis-based trio consisting of Isabel Dammann on violin, Kissy Bergmark on Tabla and llan Blanca on acoustic guitar. Performing both fresh arrangements of folk favorites and lush original works at the ACCC Arts Center on May 22 from 8-9pm. Tickets available at the door, $5, $10, $15, $20  Pay as you can afford. Steve Kelzer, Music Liaison, music@artsofcarvercounty.orgwww.sprigofthat.com

ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival July 11 & 12

Join us at ArtStock Art, Wine & Music Festival and help us celebrate it’s 10th Anniversary! Held at Parley Lake Winery in Waconia, enjoy wine, live music and nature as you experience unique works of Art. Artists may apply at www.Zapplication.org. Email your questions to Barb Hone at festivals@artsofcarvercounty.org.

New Downloadable ACCC CDs Available

The Songwriters and Musicians of Carver County are proud to release all 5 Volumes of the Songwriters CD on Bandcamp. This site enables you to download these collections of original music from Carver County.  The proceeds will be used to promote the music scene in Carver County. You can purchase a physical CD at the Arts Center or via our website and we will mail it to you. Visit our CD page for details. Steve Kelzer, Music Liaison, music@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Two New Board Members

Kristin Lebben

Kristin Lebben

Barb Hone

Barb Hone

Please welcome back Barb Hone, helping out as our Festivals Liaison. Barb has served three terms as ACCC President and is looking forward to celebrating the 10th anniversary of ArtStock this July along with the 10th anniversary of the ACCC Barn Quilt project! We also welcome Kristin Lebben to the Board, she will be filling the role of our Press/Publications Liaison and working to highlight the ACCC, Artist Members and their artwork. We thank and appreciate our newest volunteers to the Board. If your’e interested in becoming more involved, please apply to be on the ACCC Board of Directors today.

 


Artist Membership Volunteer Benefit

The Board of Directors approved a new commission split for all artist members volunteering in the Gallery/Gift Shop!  As of 3/12/20, any artist member with artwork for sale at the Arts Center and who volunteers 6 hours or more in a given month at the Arts Center, will earn 70% commission on the sale of their work for that month. Win. Win. Visit us at artsofcarvercounty.org and sign up to volunteer today! We are always excited to add new artwork to our mix. See our How to Submit Art page for our Gift Shop or the Exhibitions at the Arts Center page to register for future shows.

We so appreciate our members and continue to plan creative ways to connect your art with our supportive community. Please watch your email for renewal notices and be sure to keep your membership current so can continue to serve you. Thanks so much! Email your membership questions to Beth Billstrom at membership@artsofcarvercounty.org.

Volunteer Opportunities with the ACCC

The Arts Consortium of Carver County Volunteers are still working behind the scenes even though the Arts Center is temporarily closed until April 10, 2020. Volunteer and work to bring the arts to the people of your community. We seek a wide range of strengths and talents, art experience not required. Join Us!

Volunteer Opportunities

Thank you for reading our ArtMatters Newsletter April 2020 issue

Be safe everyone!