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The Guild of Creative Art Monthly Online Bulletin
620 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
www.guildofcreativeart.org [email protected] 732-741-1441
December 2019 Volume 19 Issue 12 © Guild of Creative Art 2008–2028
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 Saturday, 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. Hours subject to change. Guild exhibits are admission free and open to the public.
In Our Main Gallery December 7 – January 1, 2020
All Guild Members’ Holiday Show
Open to all Guild of Creative Art Members in All Media Save the date: December 8th 2:30 – 6:00
Members’ Holiday Party and Reception Annual Meeting – Board Election Gift Tables with Art and Fine Crafts
Bin Racks of Flat Work for Sale (Available through January 1, 2020)
Cash and Carry Artwork for Sale at $100 or less (Available through January 1, 2020)
This slate of Board members for 2019 will be voted on at the Guild of Creative Art’s Annual Meeting on December 8, 2019
Officers: Co-Presidents: David Levy and Barbara Russo Vice President: Marilyn Baldi Treasurer: Sheila Menendez
Secretary: Mary Christensen
Board Members: Donna Colasurdo, MaryAnn Goodwin, Mary Fitzsimmons, Liz Jacobelli, Patricia Zackman
In our Main Gallery January 4th to January 29th
All Guild Members’
EDGY SHOW Juried for Ribbons
Reception January 5th 3:00 – 5:00
edg.y /ej.ē/ adjective: at the forefront of a trend, experimental or avant-garde, innovative, offbeat,
cutting-edge, stylish in a provocative way
Photography Award Winner from the
January 2019 EDGY Show
Ben DeMarco Dark Passage
Sweet Stuff Amaryllis Christine O’Hagen Vince Matulewich Watercolor Photography
Artwork above from the 2018 Holiday Show
Register Online Only Online Submission Period January 1st – January 31st
2020 No entries will be accepted before or after those dates.
In Our Main Gallery February 29 - March 25, 2020
The Guild of Creative Art’s
17th Annual Open Juried Photography Show
Reception and Awards
March 1st from 3:00 – 5:00
SPONSOR AN EYESIGHTS 2020 AWARD
to honor or memorialize a loved one.
Contact Mike Menendez at [email protected]
President’s Message from the Guild’s Co-Presidents
David Levy and Barbara Russo [email protected] [email protected]
As this is the final Bulletin of the year, we believe it fitting to dedicate this message to a brief summation of the past twelve months. There are so many good things to report!
2019 saw a significant upgrade to our physical plant. Last year at this time we were still dealing with our old entry doors and waiting for the beginning of the fruits of our $60,000 Community Development Block Grant. Now we relish those automatic doors (stay to the left and wait for the doors to open). Additionally, our wheelchair accessible ramp and new back door make accessibility to the Guild easier for everyone.
Last year, we were concerned about a leaky roof; now we sport a new one as you can easily see. However, just as in our homes, less obvious items wear out and need replacement. We replaced our broken water pump. A new faucet was installed in the sink. We thank Duncan Culver for handling that chore. We had to replace our failing water heater. Our heartfelt thanks go out to Vince Matulewich and Duncan Culver for replacing that. Duncan also donated the funds to cover half of the cost! These tasks were handled by true Guild patriots, and we, as a membership, are grateful to them for volunteering their time and skill. Even though these projects are not easily visible, they are part of the upkeep of our facility, about which we must always be vigilant.
We continue to research grant opportunities to fund a newly graded and paved parking lot. Few granters include the physical plant as a category for grant applications. Regardless, we will continue to pursue funding for our much needed parking lot repairs.
Meanwhile, we are in the process of applying for a grant to reconfigure the studio to maximize working and storage space. We did over the course of the year manage to secure two other grants: One from Monmouth Arts for general operating costs, and one from the OceanFirst Foundation for our free docent program.
We have reached the milestone of 400+ members for the first time in several years. We continue to see more and more members and non-members taking advantage of our Semi Annual Portfolio Review. Approximately 20 artists have upgraded their membership status and with that, increased their exhibiting opportunities and other benefits. Portfolio Reviews occur in the spring and fall. Details appear on our website and in this online bulletin.
Two new groups have joined our free Docent program: Ladacin Network and Seabrook Village. Over the next few months, we will surely connect with local establishments, Sunrise and Chelsea assisted living facilities in Shrewsbury. Our groups recognize that with the proper guidance, the appreciation of art can be stimulating, enriching, and fun.
Our classes have continued to thrive. Check our schedule of classes in this bulletin. We have a wide range of talent on our faculty serving all ability levels in a wide variety of media. This year the Guild is hosting the Catalyst Art Academy. The brainchild of three Rumson- Fair Haven Art teachers (Kate Okeson, Kristen Lanfrank, and Amy Lepping), this initiative will bring a younger and different population to the Guild for in depth instruction. The Junior Catalyst Academy is for seven to twelve year olds. The Catalyst Academy teaches students ages thirteen and up. Perhaps that is another reason we received a “Best in Shrewsbury" award for Art Classes and Instruction.
Revenue from our classes, along with membership dues, provides the greatest percentage of income to the Guild. Dues expire on December 31, 2019. So, if you have not done so, renew your 2020 dues today.
Our exhibits continue to be outstanding. 2019 showcased some “jaw dropping” shows, and that will continue going forward. Browsers are constantly expressing amazement at the quality and the diversity displayed. The Guild has proven, beyond a doubt, that it is a home for some very talented, imaginative, and immensely skilled artists.
Our Annual Meeting for all Guild members is scheduled for December 8th at 2:30 here at the Guild. That will be followed by our Holiday Party, All Member’s Exhibit, and displays of art and fine crafts for cash and carry sales, a great opportunity for buying gifts. Mark your calendar because you do not want to miss this event.
All in all, 2019 was a very satisfying and productive year for the Guild. We want to thank our members, our volunteers, our Board, and our staff for their contribution to making us a premier arts organization, and to continue our mission: To advance excellence in the Visual Arts.
A happy and healthy Thanksgiving to you all!
Membership Renewals due by January 1, 2020
General: $30 annually Associate: $45 annually Exhibiting: $80 annually
You can renew online.
Click HERE to pay your dues online or mail a check to: Guild of Creative Art 620 Broad Street, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702
2019 Guild of Creative Art Board of Directors Officers: Co-Presidents David Levy & Barbara Russo
Vice President Marilyn Baldi, Treasurer Sheila Menendez, Secretary Mary Christensen
Board Members: Donna Colasurdo, MaryAnn Goodwin, Mary Fitzsimmons, Liz Jacobelli, Patricia Zackman
Staff: Mike Menendez Webmaster, Eyesights Juried Show Chair, Steve Ravner Webmaster
Frank Remski Technology, Audrey Lombardi Bookkeeper
Bill Alcaro Bulletin Editor, Coordinator of Educational Services, Vicky Culver Coordinator of Gallery Exhibits
Great sales opportunities for artists at this year’s
Holiday Party & Reception!
December 8th
, 2:30 – 6:00 and throughout the month
Holiday Party Gift Tables At this year’s Holiday Party and Opening Reception on Sunday, December 8th, Guild members have the opportunity to sell items such as note cards, jewelry, pottery, scarves, and small portfolio pieces. Sales are cash and carry. All items for sale must be artist made. To display your work, you may bring in a table covering (card table size) or your own table (no larger than 6 x 3 feet). There is no charge for table space. The Guild will retain a 20% commission on all sales. This opportunity is available to all Guild members whose dues are paid in full for 2019. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today! Call Vicky at 732-741-1441 or e-mail the Guild at [email protected].
Cash and Carry Miniature Show The walls of the Guild Studio will feature small objects of art sized no greater than 14 inches on any side, and priced under $100. Display space in the Miniature Show is available to current Guild Exhibiting and Associate Members. Receiving for the Cash and Carry Miniature Show is concurrent with receiving for the All Member Holiday Show on Thursday, December 5th. Receiving opens at noon and closes promptly at 7:00 pm. No work will be accepted before or after that date and those times. There is no entry fee for the Miniature Show in the studio. The Guild will retain a 20% commission on all sales. The artwork will be on display for eager shoppers until January 1st. Pre-register your artwork to reserve wall space and to allow time for tags to be produced. Click HERE for Show Submission Forms to expedite your registration process. Entries for the Miniature Show must be priced at $100 or less. Pre-registration ends on Thursday, December 5th. Due to wall space restrictions, the total number of entries and/or number of entries per artist may be limited. To reserve a space in the Miniature Show, please e-mail the Guild at [email protected] or call Vicky at 732-741-1441 between noon and 4:00.
Bin Racks All Guild Exhibiting and Associate Members may bring in their own bin racks to display their flat work in the studio throughout the month of December. These works are also “cash and carry” with the Guild retaining a 20% commission on all sales. However, there is no price limitation on bin rack artwork. Like the Miniature Show, Bin Rack display space is limited. To reserve a space for your bin rack, please e-mail the Guild at [email protected] or call Vicky at 732-741-1441.
Annual All Member Holiday Show This year’s All Member Show in our Main Gallery will receive artwork on Thursday, December 5th from noon – 7:00 pm. Click HERE for Show Submission Forms to expedite your registration process. All current Guild members in good standing may enter one or two pieces no longer than 48 inches on any side. The entry fee is $5.00 per piece. The show will run from December 7, 2019, through January 1, 2020. Awards will be given at the reception on December 8th. End of show pick-up is January 2nd from noon – 7:00 pm. There is a 33.3% commission on all sales.
Exhibiting & Associate Member Lobby Show Our lobby will feature artwork by the Guild’s Exhibiting Members. Guild Associate Members may display small treasures no longer than 14 inches on a side. To exhibit artwork, dues must be paid in full for the current year, and a donation of $5.00 is requested for each work displayed. Receiving is on Thursday, December 5th from noon until 7:00 pm. Pick-up is on January 2nd from noon – 7:00 pm. There is a 33.3% commission on all sales.
The Guild of Creative Art receiving team reserves the right to reject any pieces deemed inappropriate.
Frequent Stops by
Paul Pugliese Acrylic
From the 2018 Holiday Show
Sold Out
Wait List only
The online registration period is January 1 to January 31, 2020
No registration will be accepted before January 1 or after January 31, 2020
Online submission is the only way to register. There will be no paper registration form.
Over $1,000 in Awards will be presented
Open to Guild Members and Non-Members
Receiving of conditionally accepted artwork is one day only: Wednesday, February 26, 2020, noon to 7 pm
No artwork will be accepted before or after that date and those times.
Opening Reception at the Guild is Sunday, March 1, 2020 3:00 – 5:00 pm
Awards will be announced and presented at 4:00 pm
Exhibit Dates: February 29 to March 25, 2020
Beginning January 1, 2020, and ending January 31, 2020, the online registration link will appear at the bottom of the Prospectus page.
Please read the EyeSights 2020 Prospectus carefully before you register.
Click HERE to go to the EyeSights 2020 Prospectus
Member News Congratulations to Guild members who took awards in the Art Society of Monmouth County’s Anniversary Exhibit, sponsored by OceanFirst Foundation, at the Middletown Arts Center:
Acrylics: Third Place Johanna Ericson Copy Cats (in the style of): Third Place Helen Antholis, Achievement Nancy Conley Mixed Media: First Place, Vicky Culver, Second Place Beverly Hertler; Third Place Lee Sliwa Oils: Second Place Thomas Nulton, Achievement Pat Meko, Donna Robatto & Patricia Zilinski Pastels: First Place Ernest Antholis, Second Place Sol Hara Photography: First Place Joan B. Myers, Second Place Marilyn Baldi, Third Place Ellen Rubinstein Photography continued: Achievement Vince Matulewich & Lois Wilkes Watercolors: First Place Michael Scherfen, Third Place Janet M. Furlong, Achievement Linné Grant, Achievement Randy Mayer
Congratulations to Guild members in the Audubon Artists 77th Annual Exhibition at the Salmagundi Club, NYC Dick Blick Art Materials Award in Aquamedia $250 Merchandise Certificate Donna Roettger for First Kiss Frank Webb Award in Aquamedia $200: Robert J. Stetz for The Fourth of July The Jeffrey Berman Directors Award in Collage & Mixed Media $200: Mike Quon for Artist Apron Audubon Artists Gold Medal of Honor $500 sponsored by Audubon Artists: Bill Ross for Phantasy Other Guild members accepted into the Exhibit: Barbara John Calvo, Vicky Culver, Patricia Hutchinson, Mona Kirk, Randy Mayer, Anthony Migliaccio, Vincent Nardone, Michael Scherfen, MaryLou Shipman, Paula Shipman, Judy Stach, and Jackie St. Angel
Congratulations to Guild Members in the Monmouth Arts’s Out of the Blue: an Eclectic Collection of Local Artwork through January 24, 2020 at the Bungalow Hotel, 50 Laird Street, Long Branch:
Marilyn Baldi, Hillary Binder-Klein, Yan Cao, Dawn DiCicco, Emily Gilman Beezley, MaryAnn Goodwin, Nancy Karpf, Amy Lepping, Dana McKay, Joan B. Myers, Mike Quon, Ellen Rubinstein, Mike Scherfen, Lizzi Schippert and Douglas Smith
Guild members who are participating in the No Starving Artists Auction at the Hotel Tides on December 1 are: Marilyn Baldi, Dawn DiCicco, Johanna Ericson, Abby Levine, Alexandra Martin, Ellen Martin, Grace Modla,
Dana McKay, Frank Parisi, Craig Radhuber and Sandy Taylor
Debora S. Bruno will display her photography For the Holidays at the Monmouth County Library, in Atlantic Highlands, with an opening reception on Saturday, December 7th, from 1:00 – 4:00.
Jane Gavaghen will host an exhibit of her oil paintings, entitled Local Colors, at the Monmouth County Library in Manalapan. The show explores Monmouth County Landscapes and runs through the month of December. For her work organizing the Olde Freehold Day Art Expo and Contest, Jane also received a special award from the Freehold Art Society in honor of Lillian Gibson, one of the original founders of the Freehold Art Society in 1960.
Michael Greco had his photograph Sailor’s Dismay selected as runner-up out of 811 entries in the Cover Search competition for New Jersey Monthly magazine’s December 2019 cover.
Judith Mugrace’s Global Artistry, a showcase of her photography, is on display at the Monmouth County Library, Eastern Branch, in Shrewsbury until December 13th
.
Ellen Rubinstein’s photograph won first place in the professional photography category in the Monmouth Arts Senior show. The photograph then went on to be shown at the NJ state show in East Windsor, in October and November. She has also been awarded third place in photography for the Art Society of Monmouth County's holiday show, open through 12/8/19. In addition, one of her photographs was shown in Monmouth Museum's Juried Photography Exhibit.
Member News is designed to announce exhibits displaying Guild members’ work, and honors our members receive. Artwork advertisements and information
regarding “for profit” ventures are not permitted and will not be included. News items will be edited for space and content. There is a maximum of three news related items per person in each issue unless space allows more. Show acceptances will be grouped if several Guild members are participating.
Submission deadline for Member News is the tenth day of the month before publication. Late submissions will appear in the next issue. Click HERE to submit member news items for our next issue. The Guild of Creative Art bulletin staff strives for complete accuracy in the content of our bulletin. We deeply regret any omissions or incorrect information. In the event an error is discovered, corrected information will appear in the following edition. To report a correction, email us at [email protected]
The Fourth of July Sailor’s Dismay Watercolor by Bob Stetz Photograph by Michael Greco
In Memoriam
Joan Norman passed away on Monday, October 21, 2019. Joan saw beauty everywhere; she was an accomplished artist and a member of the Guild of Creative Art since 1991. The Guild offers its condolences to Joan’s family and friends.
Time
Loc
Course Medium Age
# of sessions/
member price/ non-member
price
Instructor Instructor’s
Phone & Email
Monday 10:00-12:00
12:30 – 3:30
4:00-6:00 6:30-8:30
G
G
G
G
Landscapes and Still Life in Oil
Watercolor Artists Beginning Drawing
Lyrical Abstract Expressionism
Oil
Watercolor
Drawing
Acrylics
A
A
15 – A
A
8/224/254
closed
4/100/130*
10/80/95
Pratima Rao
No instruction
Karen Dooney
James Kent
848.218.4062 [email protected]
732-996-3987 [email protected]
732.229.7697
Tuesday 10:00-Noon
1:00-3:00
7:00-9:00
G
G
G
Informal Figure Workshop
Pastel Impressionism
Guild Photographer’s Group Second Tuesday of each month
Any
Pastels
Photography
A
15 – A
A
(Members only) shared
4/100/130*
1/FREE/$5
No Instruction
Karen Dooney
Patricia Zackman
732.356.1240
732.996-3987 [email protected]
908-461-5579 [email protected]
Wednesday 10:00 – Noon
5:00-6:00 6:00-9:00
G
G G
Mastering the Medium of the
Masters
Junior Catalyst Art Academy
Catalyst Art Academy
Oil Painting
Varies
Varies
A / T
7 - 12
13 +
4/112/142*
As per
application
Sven Widen
Lanfrank, Lepping,
& Okeson
732-929-9732
openingyoureyes@ verizon.net
732.578.0074 [email protected]
Thursday 11:00-1:00
1:30-3:30
G
G
Watercolor for All Ability Levels
Drawing for All Ability Levels Contact instructor for dates
Watercolor
Graphite, Pencil, Conte, Charcoal,
Pen & Ink
A
A
8/240/270*
8/240/270*
Randy Mayer
Randy Mayer
732.539.5888 [email protected]
Friday
10:00-Noon
G
Landscapes and Still Life in Oil
Oil
A
8/224/254
Pratima Rao
848.218.4062
Saturday 10:00-Noon
Noon-2:00
G
G
Drawing & Painting Drawing & Painting
All media
All media
7 – 10
11 – A
10/250/250
10/250/250*
Leslie Backlund
Leslie Backlund
732.690.2160 [email protected]
Schedule of Art Classes by Day and Time Click HERE for an updated schedule of classes. Contact the teacher for info, start dates, and materials needed.
*Sign up for 8 sessions of both of
Randy’s classes @ 200/230 each
Key: “Loc”=Locations: “G” = Guild Studio, “g” = Guild Gallery, “S” = satellite locations such as the artist's studio, Ages: “A” = Adult, “T” = Teen, “HS” = High School student, # = Age, “# / $m / $nm” = number of classes / price for Guild members / price for non-members.
Guild members receive a discount on class tuitions. *Students under age 18 will pay the Guild member’s rate.
Tuition Payment and Refund policy
Tuition payment for the entire series of classes is due prior to the first class.
A pro-rated refund will only be issued if a student withdraws prior to attending the second class. No other refunds will be issued.
There are no refunds for student absences. Teachers are not obligated to offer make-up classes for student absences.
Class schedules and pricing are subject to revision. Click HERE to register for classes online
Click HERE for the most current schedule, pricing information, supply lists, and teacher contact information.
For more information and session dates, call or email the teacher. Contact information is listed after each teacher’s name.
Informal FIGURE WORKSHOP Tuesday Mornings 10:00 - Noon
Open to all adult Guild members Life Drawing – Casual – No Instruction
No need to register – Come when you can Fee: $6 plus the shared cost of the model
Contact Caroline Klein [email protected] or 732-356-1240
Guild of Creative Art Class Descriptions
Watercolor – Beginner through Advanced with Randy Mayer Randy’s Watercolor painting class is structured so that
students will learn the fundamental techniques and properties of the medium, to achieve a successful painting. Students will be working from photographs and/or still life subjects. Classes will begin with a short demonstration, followed by time for students to work on their paintings. There will also be a “Paint Along” available, showing step by step painting, for the students who are more comfortable learning in this way. Instruction will be personalized to suit individual needs and interests, and because classes are limited to only 8 students, each student will receive one on one time.
Drawing – Beginner through Advanced with Randy Mayer Beneath every great piece of art is a great drawing. Randy’s
drawing class will be structured to give you the fundamentals necessary to improve your skills and do your own “great drawing”. Whether you would like to be able to do a “vacation sketch”, a drawing for a painting or one to stand on its own, this is the class for you.
Mastering the Media of the Masters, Oil Painting with Sven Widen This class is a studio course in oil painting for
adults and students age twelve and older. Students will learn techniques, materials and substrates of classical, Old Masters, and contemporary oil painting, and will work from still life set ups, although working from a photo reference will be accommodated and used to its greatest benefit. The prime goal of this class is for the students to have a hands-on understanding and familiarity with the media, ultimately to find their own style and voice. Sven teaches watercolor and acrylics as well.
Guild Photographer’s Group This workshop will meet the second Tuesday of each month. Each meeting will explore a different
theme. This workshop is an interactive discussion and critique. Tuition is FREE to Guild members, $5.00 per session to non-members.
Oil Painting Landscapes and Still Life with Pratima Rao In this class on oil painting, students will learn to paint a
successful landscape or still life with oils in the studio. Understanding key concepts of oil painting such as composition and design, effects of light, color value and temperature, lost and found edges, as well as linear and atmospheric perspectives will be addressed. Students can use their plein air study and/or reference photographs to paint a landscape, seascape or still life of their choice.
Beginning Drawing with Karen Dooney Ever want to learn to draw or haven't drawn in years? This course will cover the
fundamentals of drawing including shading, composition and line. Behind many great works of art, abstraction or realism lays a strong drawing. No experience necessary. Open to adults and teens.
Pastel Impressionism with Karen Dooney Gain basic skills in two-dimensional artwork with pastels, a flexible opaque medium
that allows layering and building of color, much like oil paint. Class will focus on composition, negative shapes, and other fundamentals for beginners using colored photographs and still lives. All levels are welcome.
Drawing and Painting for Children, Teens, and Adults with Leslie Backlund Individual attention is given to
students of all levels and interests. Students learn drawing, composition and color theory while working on their own choice of subject matter. Leslie also offers a Portfolio Review class for teenagers who are preparing to be art majors in college and portfolio prep classes for young teens applying for high school art programs.
Framing Your Artwork Yourself with Hillary Binder-Klein The first session of this framing course covers the basics of
framing. The second class concentrates on the hinging technique of matting, and completing the framing process by wiring the piece correctly. Students will mat, frame and wire one of their own pieces.
Lyrical Abstract Expressionism with James Kent Lyrical Abstract Expressionism painting class begins its 22nd year in the fall
of 2019. This class teaches the non-representational, non-objective abstract expressionist painting style as pioneered by artists such as Richard Diebenkorn, James Brooks, Franz Kline, and others. Paintings are started with no preconceptions, with an emphasis on editing as the most important part of the process. Students work in acrylics. Painting time and a group critique is offered . (THIS CLASS IS NOT TAKING NEW STUDENTS AT THIS TIME)
Catalyst and Junior Catalyst Academy with Kristen Lanfrank, Amy Lepping, and Kate Okeson The Catalyst Academy provides individual and contemporary art instruction to help motivated, creative, and innovative students advance their personal art practice through intensive studio art training. The Academy is designed to enhance the student’s fine art portfolio, and develop a supplemental portfolio for the competitive college application process. Admission is by portfolio review. The Junior Academy enrolls students ages 7 through 12, while the Academy is for students age 13 and up. Email [email protected] for information.
Register by calling the instructor (see schedule) or click HERE to register online
Rao Fall Colors Two Day Workshop in Oil Painting a Huge Success
Guild oil painting instructor,
Pratima Rao,
conducted a two day oil painting workshop on October 23rd and 24th. Students delighted as they honed their skill as an artist, and enjoyed two spectacular days of weather at peak leaf season. Pratima teaches oils in the Guild studio on Mondays and Fridays from 10:00 to Noon. Email Pratima at [email protected] or call her at 848-218-4062 for info.
Photo images submitted by Pratima Rao
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Guild of Creative Art Receives 2019 Best of Shrewsbury Award
SHREWSBURY November 7, 2019
The Guild of Creative Art has been
selected by the Shrewsbury Award Program for the 2019 Best of Shrewsbury Award in the Art School category.
Each year, the Shrewsbury Award Program identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and our community. These exceptional companies help make the Shrewsbury area a great place to live, work and play.
Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2019 Shrewsbury Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the Shrewsbury Award Program and data provided by third parties.
The Guild offers art classes for children, teens, high school and college students, and adults in a variety of mediums. Classes and workshops are offered for students of all ability levels from the raw beginner to the accomplished artist. Click HERE to see the schedule.
The Guild also provides an extensive community outreach program. As part of its commitment to the community, the Guild offers docent tours in its gallery at no cost to groups throughout the Shrewsbury area and beyond.
Additionally, the Guild hosts monthly exhibits of fine artwork in various disciplines from both local and regional artists. These exhibits, as well as their opening receptions, are open to the public and admission free.
Welcome New Members
Brenda Atlast, Susan Baron, Sherly Bennett, Elizabeth Diamond, Meilun Lee, Joe Mata, Lorraine McGough, Patricia Monte Autore, Susan Napolitano,
Jan Rippas, Artemis Tapliga, Manana Tsilikshvili, Elisabeth Weyer
Guild of Creative Art 620 Broad Street, Route 35, Shrewsbury, NJ 07702 Telephone: 732-741-1441 Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.guildofcreativeart.org
Original Art Work on Display The Guild of Creative Art, the oldest and largest art community in New Jersey, is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing excellence in the visual arts through teaching, exhibits, workshops, and special events.
The Guild features: New Exhibits each month – Open to the public with free admission
A wide series of Fine Art Courses and Workshops for adults, children, and teens
Fine artwork in various disciplines from local and regional artists
A premier source of original art at affordable prices
Independent gallery space rental for Exhibiting Member artists
Docent Tours and Presentations offered free of charge
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Friday: 8:00 – 4:30, Saturday: 10:00 – 3:00
Guild Membership Dues
Membership dues for the calendar year are to be paid by January 1st and expire on December 31st
of that year. Renewal is easy. Options:
1. Click HERE to be directed to our online membership application and pay online
2. Click HERE to print a blank form to complete and mail to the Guild with a check (no cash by mail)
3. Call 732-741-1441 to pay with your credit card
4. Pay at the Guild with cash, check, or credit card
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Gift Certificate
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The Guild of Creative Art survives fiscally on generous donations from our members, proceeds from our workshops and classes, commissions from the sale of artwork, fundraising events, and member dues. Membership offers:
entry in “Members Only” exhibits discounted entry fees for specific Guild
Shows
discounted tuition for Guild classes, workshops, & more
the opportunity to exhibit in the monthly lobby show (Exhibiting and Associate members only)
Guild Fees
Annual Membership Dues: General $30 Associate $45 Exhibiting $80
Gallery rental, hanging, & tags: $500
Gallery Commissions on Artwork
Sales:
Sales on Guild premises: 331/3%
Off site sales: 20%
Cards, jewelry, books, crafts, and Portfolio Pieces: 20%
Donation of Goods
Thank you one and all for your donations of goods... art work, frames, art supplies, books, and more. At this time we are unable to accept any further donations of such items as our space is very limited. As always, financial donations are welcomed, needed, and appreciated.
Pickup of Artwork
Artists who have unclaimed artwork from various venues and exhibits are advised to pick up these pieces as soon as possible. We simply do not have the space to store them any longer. Any unclaimed artwork remaining at the Guild after its designated pickup date will be considered unwanted and will be donated to charitable organizations. We thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation. Marilyn Baldi – Guild Vice President [email protected]
Guild
Photographer’s Group
Second Tuesday of Each Month 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Next session December 10th Call Patricia Hart Zackman
908-461-5519 [email protected].
2019 Guild Memberships Expire December 31, 2019
2020 Membership Renewals due by Jan 1
Click HERE to pay your dues online
Month Show Dates Show Title Receiving Reception
Date Reception
Time End of Show
Pick Up
November 11/2 – 12/4 A Blast from the Past
Guild Exhibiting Members Oct 31 Nov 10 3:00 – 5:00 Dec 5
December 12/7 – 12/24 All Guild Members’ Annual Meeting & Holiday Show
Dec 5 Dec 8 2:30 – 6:00 Jan 2
January 1/4 - 1/29,
2020 All Member EDGY Show Jan 2 Jan 5 3:00 – 5:00 Jan 30
February 2/1 – 2/25 Guild Exhibiting and Associate
Members’ Show
Jan 30 Feb 9 3:00 – 5:00 Feb 26
March 2/29 – 3/25 EyeSights 2020
Juried Photography Show Feb 26 Mar 1 3:00 – 5:00 March 26
April 3/26 – 4/2 4/3 – 4/10
4/21 – 4/28
Best of Teen Arts Red Bank Regional High School Rumson Fair Haven High School
March 26 April 2
April 21
March 27 April 3
April 24
TBA 6:00 – 8:00 6:00 – 8:00
April 2 April 9
April 28
May 5/2 – 5/27 Garden Theme Exhibit April 30 May 17 3:00 – 5:00 May 28
May 2 The Guild’s 60th Anniversary
Show and Celebration Cocktail Party and Reception 4:00 – 6:00 Refreshments and Music, $25 per person
June 5/30 – 6/24 Judy Stach and Tony Migliaccio May 28 June 7 3:00 – 5:00 June 25
July 6/27 – 7/29 Summer Show of Painters
Open Show June 25 June 28 3:00 – 5:00 July 30
August 8/1 – 8/26 Guild Exhibiting Members July 30 Aug 2 3:00 – 5:00 Aug 27
September 8/29 – 9/29 Paul Hansen Aug 27 Aug 30 3:00 – 5:00 Sept 30
October 10/3 – 10/28 26th Annual Open Juried Show Sept 30 Oct 4 3:00 – 5:00 Oct 29
UPCOMING EXHIBITION SCHEDULE RECEIVING, RECEPTION, AND End of Show Pick Up Schedule for upcoming Gallery Exhibits and Exhibiting and Associate Member Lobby
Displays Exhibit and reception schedule, dates, and times are subject to change. Click HERE for more info about exhibits
Also on display in the Guild lobby each month is artwork by Exhibiting Members (max. 48” on longest side) and Small Treasures by Associate members (max. 14” on longest side). The lobby show will observe the same receiving, reception, and pick up dates as the gallery show unless noted otherwise.
Receiving and Pick Up takes place from NOON – 7:00 PM on specified dates.
No artwork will be accepted before or after the specified date and those times.
Artwork remaining past the pickup date is subject to a storage charge.
Work left over thirty days from the pickup date will be considered unwanted and may be donated to a charitable organization.
All exhibits and receptions are admission free and open to the public
The Guild of Creative Art specifically disclaims any liability for the loss, damage, or theft of any artwork exhibited or stored on its premises. Artists are responsible for insuring their own work from delivery to pick-up and return to artist.
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Show Submission Forms can be completed before you come to receiving. For a copy of the submission sheet or to complete your submission sheet online, click HERE
Volunteers Make the Guild Run and YOU CAN HELP! Here’s how…
Please choose the area(s) where you can volunteer and email the appropriate chairperson
Category Contact
Front Desk/Data Entry Vicky Culver [email protected]
Gallery Show Receptions Mary Fitzsimmons [email protected]
Gallery Shows: Receiving/Pickup/Hanging David Levy [email protected] or Vicky Culver [email protected]
Housekeeping/Guild Beautification David Levy [email protected]
Community Outreach Liz Jacobelli [email protected]
Grants/Fundraising Marilyn Baldi [email protected] or David Levy [email protected]
Social Events Mary Christensen [email protected]
Outdoor Gardening David Levy [email protected] or MaryAnn Goodwin [email protected]
We Thank Our Recent Volunteers Building and Grounds:
Leslie Backlund, Duncan Culver, MaryAnn Goodwin, Caroline Klein, David Levy, Vince Matulewich Docent Tour/Ladacin Network: David Levy, Barbara Russo
Docent Tours Offsite /Chelsea Tinton Falls David Levy, Barbara Russo
EyeSights 2020 committee: David Levy, Mike Menendez (Chair), Steve Ravner, Pat Zackman
Figure workshop Liaison: Caroline Klein Grant Data: Patricia Zilinski Guild 60th Anniversary Committee: Marilyn Baldi, Mary Christensen, Donna Colasurdo, Liz Jacobelli, Guild Event Photography Vince Matulewich
Guild Photography Group: Pat Zackman, Vince Matulewich
Guild Purchasing: Vicky Culver
Guild Exhibiting Members’ Portfolio: Caroline Klein Membership: Natalie Kadash, Patricia Zilinski Monthly Show Committee: Leslie Backlund, Marilyn Baldi, Bill Beam, Tina Behr, Barbara John Calvo,
Sheilagh Casey, Mary Christensen, Donna Colasurdo, Mary Fitzsimmons, Lisa Grob, Natalie Kadash, Debbie Kurtz, David Levy, Irene Matulewich, Vince Matulewich, Steve Meko, Tyler Nunnally-Duck, Bob O’Keefe, Mary Polese, Jim Powers, Barbara Russo, Jill White, Barbara Withers
Office: Natalie Kadash, David Levy, Patricia Zilinski Publicity: Jill Kaiser, David Levy, Mike Menendez, Steve Ravner, Barbara Russo
Special Events: Leslie Backlund, Marino Cirillo, Bob Dowd, MaryAnn Goodwin, Bob O’Keefe, Jill Pesciotta, Mary Polese, Barbara Russo
Technology: Joe Bruno, Ron Flannery, Mike Menendez, Steve Ravner, Frank Remski Volunteer Hours: Patricia Zilinski Volunteer Liaison-SEARCH Day program: David Levy
Website: Mike Menendez, Steve Ravner
Congratulations to our new Exhibiting Members from the autumn Portfolio Jury
Fine Artists: Melanie Beckerman, Emily Gilman Beezley, Sherly Bennett, Elizabeth Diamond, Ron Flannery, Regina Guarino, Jackie Renna, Artemis Tapliga, Manana Tsilikishvili, Patricia Zilinski
Photography: Debora S. Bruno, Neal Hammer, Bonnie Khami and Andrea Phox
Sculpture: Abby Levine
Images from the Blast from the Past Reception
Some of the attendees at the Blast from the Past exhibit (l-r) Vicki DeVico, Lee Sliwa, and Leslie Backlund
(l-r) Bob O’Keefe and Mary Fitzsimmons (l-r) Mike Menendez, Louis DeVico, and Jim Powers (l-r) Janet Furlong and Hillary Binder-Klein
(l-r): Vicki DeVico and Joan Myers (l-r): Marcelo Bruno, Irene Matulewich, and David Klein
Photo images by Vince Matulewich
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Labor Intensive by Bob Stetz – Watercolor Whatever Happened by Vicky Culver – Photo Collage
Middle Row (l-r): My Picasso by Marilyn Fahrer – Pastel & Pen Shadow by Tomoko Kitajima – Watercolor
Bottom Row (l-r): Blueberry Pie by Vince Matulewich – Composite Suessical Birds by MaryAnn Goodwin – Watercolor
Still Life with Beets by Leslie Backlund - Pastel
The images of artwork appearing in the Guild’s Bulletin represent a sampling of the work being exhibited in our shows. We regret we cannot show all the work on display, but we invite you to visit our gallery and browse. All exhibits are open to the public and admission free. Artwork on display at the Guild is available for purchase. The Guild is proud to offer to the public a wide variety of original art at affordable prices. Photographic images of artwork by Bill Alcaro
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Whitecap Morning by Anne Goldberg – Acrylic Fall Harvest by Christine O’Hagen – Watercolor
Second Row (l-r): Early Morniing by Guido Guazzoni – Oil Newark Cherry Blossoms by John J. White – Oil
Third Row: Golden Hour by Leslie Backlund – Watercolor Left: Keepsakes by Lee Sliwa – Watercolor r):
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Autumnal by Donald W. Robinson – Oil Luxembourg Gardens by Irene Smith – Oil
Second Row (l-r): Vintage Café by Jackie St. Angel – Watercolor Winter Sunset by George Hess – Pastel Music 1972 by David Levy – Acrylic
Third Row (l-r): Abstract #1 by Mark Reuter – Pen & Ink
Desert Plate (paper Plate Series) by Hillary Binder-Klein – Acrylic Tango by Patricia Zilinski – Oil
Left: The Calm Before by Anne Goldberg – Acrylic
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Brooklyn Botanical Garden by Debora S. Bruno – Photography Sunset on the Navesink River by Donna G. Robatto – Oil Capriccio by Bill Ross – Charcoal
Second Row (l-r): Berkshire Garden Gateway by Sol Hara – Pastel Locked by Frank Colaguori – Watercolor
Third Row (l-r): Pond Beauties by Sven Widen – Oil Sunflower by Lisa Grob – Glass The House by Lucy Campanella – Mixed Media Jimi Hendrix by MaryLou Shipman – Watercolor
Left: Joest Racing New Man by Mario Pereira – Acrylic
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Billy Joel in Concert 1976 by Michael Menendez – Photography Raquel Welch, Barbara McNair, 1967 Vietnam by Marino Cirillo – Photo
Second Row (l-r): Autumn Cascade by George Hess – Acrylic Checkered Shirt by Ken Pesile – Colored Pencil James’ Barn by Andree Benoist – Watercolor
Third Row (l-r): Venice (1952) by Marilyn M. Baldi – Oil Clean Get-Away by Sherry Blossom – Oil Chanticleer Gardens #1 by Jim Powers – Archival Print
Nesting Wood Stork by Lucy Campanella – Oil
Far Left: Missed Calls by Nicole Vilardo – Watercolor
Left: Red Sea Scroll by John J. White – Oil
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Whatever Happened? by Vicky Culver – Photo Collage
Blues Brothers by Ben De Marco – Photography
Second Row (l-r): Sunday Regatta by Lisa Grob – Watercolor
Lilies & Concrete by Vicki DeVico – Photography
Third Row (l-r): BMW 635 CSI by Mario Pereira – Acrylic
Landscape Floral by Debbie Kurtz – Oil
Right: Our Shadows Walk by Us Still by Sandy Taylor – Oil
The Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show Blast from the Past
Top Row (l-r): Ballerina (2000) by Marilyn M. Baldi – Pencil Valentine by Barbara Grena – Charcoal Pink Hat by Susan Rickman – Pastel Audrey by Valerie Morone – Acrylic
Second Row (l-r): The Old Tree by Elizabeth Schippert – Oil & Gilding
Ripple Effect No. 3 by Jennie A. Meares – Photography Ms. Nasty by Nicole Vilardo – Watercolor
Third Row (l-r): Shine a Light by Mike Quon – Acrylic Early Morning in Camden, Maine by Andree Benoist – Watercolor
Left: Through the Trees by Donna Roettger – Mixed Media
Images from the Guild’s Exhibiting and Associate Member Lobby Show
The Old Neighborhood by Ilene Smith – Oil Spacedust and Bubble by Lee Sliwa – Mixed Media
Natashia Pinecones Time to Play Barbara Grena – Pastel Debbie Kurtz – Oil Leslie Backlund – Ink, Colored Pencil
Dawn by Val Dyshlov – Etching Cows by Andree Benoist – Watercolor
Edge of Darkness Abstract #4 Saddles (The Barn Series) Donna Roettger – Mixed Media Mark Reuter – Pen & Ink Jennie A. Meares – Photography
Applicants will need FIVE framed (if suitable) pieces of professionally presented artwork in their media category:
Flat Work – including acrylic, watercolor, oil, pencil, pastel, photography, mixed media, and printmaking
Sculpture – including wood, glass, ceramic, metal, and stone
Work will be judged on the following criteria:
Originality/Creativity: The work must be different and inventive, and not appear to be copied from other sources.
Submissions will be judged as a Portfolio with emphasis on a consistent, distinct style that looks like it was done by the same person. Submissions may show evidence of experimentation with materials and imagery, as well as an indication of risk-taking.
Composition/Design: All submissions must show that the artist has a strong understanding of composition, which is
defined as a thoughtful arrangement of art elements (color, texture, line, shape, space, and value) using the principles of design. The work should be commanding, with fresh visual impact, and have a sense of “flow” that is simultaneously controlled and organized around a strong center of interest.
Technique/Execution: The manner and skill with which the artist uses the tools and materials to achieve the chosen
effect must be consistent and well done. The artist must show a mastery of the media including color theory, perspective, the printing process, and Photoshop or HDR as applicable.
The artist must present all artwork in a professional manner. Frames and mats shall be clean, damage-free, and appropriate for the piece.
Associate Members have all of the privileges of General members. Plus, they may: Exhibit in the Guild’s annual Exhibiting and Associate Members’ Show
Exhibit up to two “Small Treasures” per month in the lobby show, 14” at the longest dimension, space permitting
Exhibit work at the Guild’s offsite locations. ~ Have a page on the Artists page of the Guild’s Website.
If approved by the Board, can teach classes and workshops
Exhibiting Members have all of the privileges of Associate members. They may also: Exhibit up to four works per month in the lobby show, 48 inches at the longest dimension, space permitting
Rent all or part of the Gallery for a solo or group show ~ Exhibit artwork at the Guild’s offsite locations
Teach Board approved classes/workshops at the Guild ~ Be eligible for commissions
Place up to three matted but unframed flatware works in the portfolio bins every three months
Place up to three giclee or archival prints in the portfolio bins every three months
Have their resume plus five photos displayed in the Guild’s Exhibiting Artist Portfolio Book
Have a personal web page on the Guild’s website displaying five photos of their artwork
Receiving: Noon until 7:00 pm, Thursday, May 14, 2020
Non-refundable application fee: $25.00
Judging: Begins at 9:45 AM, Friday, May 15, 2020 Pick Up Artwork: 10:00 am until 3:00 pm, Saturday, May 16, 2020
There is a $2.00 per day charge for late pick up of portfolio jury artwork. Work left over 30 days will be donated to charity.
Spring Portfolio Jury: When picking up their juried artwork on Saturday, portfolio jury applicants who successfully advance to Associate or Exhibiting
memberships are expected to sign their contract and pay in full the balance of their current year’s dues at their new membership’s rate. Upon completion of these requirements, advancing applicants from the spring portfolio jury will be considered members in good standing of their new classification through December 31st of the current year.
Autumn Portfolio Jury: When picking up their juried artwork on Saturday, portfolio jury applicants who successfully advance to Associate or
Exhibiting memberships are expected to sign their contract and pay in full at their new membership’s rate yearly dues for the subsequent year. Upon completion of these requirements, advancing applicants from the autumn portfolio jury will be considered members in good standing of their new classification for the remainder of the current year through December 31st of the following year.
All Guild memberships expire on December 31stof each calendar year. Membership renewals are due on or before January 1st of each new calendar year. Associate and Exhibiting membership privileges remain in effect as long as dues are paid in full.
Associate Member’s Annual Dues $45 Exhibiting Member’s Annual Dues $80
For complete membership info,
click HERE
PORTFOLIO JURY INFO
Click HERE for a Portfolio Jury Application
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Attention
School Teachers
The Guild of Creative Art is a
Professional
Development Provider In accordance with the New Jersey Department of Education, the Guild of Creative Art provides services, in alignment with New Jersey standards and school district improvement goals, for teachers to actively pursue activities to grow professionally and enhance the teaching and learning process.
For information, email the Guild at [email protected]
or call the Guild at 732-741-1441
Exhibiting Members Display your
Cards and Portfolio Pieces at the
Guild of Creative Art
Bring in your cards and portfolio pieces for display at the Guild. The commission on sales is 20%.
Email [email protected] for information
Legacy and Friend Donations Two Ways You Can Help the Guild
A LEGACY CIRCLE MEMBER is a Guild member who donates, in their last Will and Testament, $1000 to $4999 to the Guild of Creative Art LEGACY CIRCLE BENEFACTOR: bequeaths $5,000 to $9,999 LEGACY CIRCLE PATRON: bequeaths $10,000 or more
FRIENDS OF THE GUILD are members who make a donation of $500 or more to the Guild.
FRIEND OF THE GUILD BRONZE donates $500 to $2,999 FRIEND OF THE GUILD SILVER donates $3,000 to $4,999 FRIEND OF THE GUILD GOLD donates $5,000 or more Donations received honoring deceased Guild members are also eligible to be designated a FRIEND OF THE GUILD. $5,000+: Gold $4,999 – $3,000: Silver $2,999 – $500: Bronze
For more information on either topic, please contact Marilyn Baldi [email protected] or Mary Christensen [email protected]
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This online bulletin was made possible in part by support from
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Leave a Legacy – Become a Teacher
There is no greater gift to society than sharing your talent and knowledge with others. Leave a legacy to the art world. Become a Guild teacher. We have a few time slots open in the Guild studio for new classes. To qualify as a Guild instructor, you must be a Guild of Creative Art Exhibiting member in good standing. Your class requires approval by the Guild’s Board.
To apply, click HERE for a class proposal form.
Sponsor Medals for Upcoming Exhibits
For details email [email protected]
Your Guild membership provides you with the opportunity to sponsor awards for selected exhibits. You may choose the awards to be in your own name, or be titled to honor the memory or celebrate the life of a loved one. The choice is yours. You also get to choose the media category and the quantity of awards (up to 15) that you wish to sponsor.
The Guild of Creative Art thanks Monmouth Arts for its support
