  GALA Newsletter
GALA was organized to promote the arts as an essential component of a healthy community. We believe that artistic expression is a community's greatest legacy for future generations. GALA will increase awareness and appreciation of the arts by way of exhibits, instruction, theater productions, musical programs and provision of scholarships to students in local schools.
GALA, PO Box 1158, 377 Main St., Gardner, MA 01440
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May, 2010
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Welcome New Members!
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Mark Schafron
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GALA 2009 Email All Star!
|  We have been recognized as a 2009 Constant Contact All Star .
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GALA Board of Directors
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Ed Schneeflock, President
Jeff Gallant, Treasurer
Guy Biechele
Nowell Francis
Luis Gonzalez
Chuck Heidorn
Vicki Heidorn
Sally Sargent
Ellen Schneeflock
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Greetings!
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(Click on image for larger version of "Summer Reflections I" which combines photography and flat paper collage.  | GALA Featured Artist
Len Haug
For me, art is fun and is all about awareness, observation and appreciation of my surroundings and my daily experiences. While I work in all media, my passion in recent years has been in the creation of "collage paintings." I use discarded glossy photographs and any other flat material I can find which I shred and/or cut into small pieces of color and texture from which I create my finished works of art. I have coined the term "shredalism" to define my unique style. Read full artist statementSee Len's work on the GALA Website beginning May 1st. |
Alan Ruuska Wins First Place in Jaffrey Exhibit
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Congratulations to Alan Ruuska
His work titled "Mussel Beach" received the
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Jaffrey Civic Center Spring Area Art Exhibit |
Ragged Heroes at Sholan Farms in Leominster
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Ragged Heroes
Paul Luria, John Sullivan & Darlene Gaudet
will be performing at the 9th
Annual Sholan Farms Apple Blossom Fest on Saturday May 8 (Rain date May 15)
from 1-2:30 pm Sholan Farms is at 1125 Pleasant Street Leominster MA. Visit Paul Luria's website: www.paulluria.com |
Paula Murphy & Lisa Regopoulos in PPOM Juried Exhibit
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Paula Murphy's "L'Artiste de Montmartre" and
Lisa Regopoulos' "A Decade of Growth"
were accepted into the
Pastel Painters of Maine's
11th International Juried Exhibition "Pastels
Only" to be held at the Brick Store Museum,
117 Main Street, Kennebunk,
Maine. The show runs from
May 22 to June 12, 2010.
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Gary Ruuska Solo Colored Pencil Exhibit
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Gary's website: artbygaryruuska.com
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Gary Ruuska Solo Exhibit
"The Art of Colored Pencil"
Rollstone Studios 633 Main St., Fitchburg, MA May 6 through June 13, 2010. Artist reception: Saturday, May 15, from 1:00-3:00 pm
An exhibit of colored pencil paintings including many new pieces which are being shown for the first time. |
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Guy Biechele Macro & Close Up Photography Workshop
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macro photography we can enjoy a whole new world of photographic subjects and
opportunities. Insects, interesting flora, tiny details and patterns can fill
our photographs. During this workshop we will discuss equipment and techniques
for macro photography, spend time in the field photographing, and finish by
reviewing and discussing the photographs we made.
What to bring: Compact digital camera with macro mode, or digital single lens
reflex (DSLR) camera with a macro lens. Also bring if possible a tripod, flash
attachment, remote shutter release, sturdy shoes, insect repellent.
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Jan Queijo Quilt Selected for NEAFA 2011 Calendar
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Congratulations to Jan Queijo, CRAZY DOG LADY
QUILTSHer "Bogey-My Heart" quilt
was one of 13 pieces of art selected at the New England Arts For Animals exhibit to be included in the NEAFA 2011 calendar. The exhibit took place at The
Derby Street Shoppes in Hingham over a two week period. Visitors and shoppers were asked to vote for their favorite pieces.
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Lori MacDonald GGAA Spring Show Awards
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Congratulations to Lori MacDonald
At the recent Greater Gardner Artists AssociationAnnual Spring Art Exhibit 2010
Her painting titled "A
Fleeting January Thaw" received 1st Place in Acrylics and the
Mayor's Award. Lori's "After the Rain" received the
Founder's Award.
Visit Lori's website: www.macdonaldartist.com
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Fleeting January Thaw" image for larger version)
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Lisa Regopoulos Juried into CCA & Westford PCA Award
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Mark Fisher Trio at Destar� in Fitchburg
| (Click for larger version) | Mark Fisher TrioWITH KRIS LUCANDER & DONNA FISHER-RUSSO Cool songs, Hot Harmony, High Times.....Great Hair! Appearing at: Destar� martini bar 320 Main Street, Fitchburg, MA Thursday May 20, 2010 at 8 pmDestar� is a finely appointed European inspired Caf� & Martini Bar, providing an upscale atmosphere for an intimate and exciting night out. On line at: info@destare.com or call 978-345-5734
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The GALA Website-A Member Benefit
| Take advantage of your GALA Membership Benefits!
The
galagardner.org web site is a resource to which you can direct people. Our
statistics indicate that the web site enjoys significant visitor traffic. It is
one of the benefits of your GALA membership and here are some of the ways to take advantage of it:
Artists directoryMembers
are not put on the web directory until they have specifically stated what information they want public, to protect
their confidentiality. You can download a directory form from the GALA web site or contact us at 978-630-2340 to
request that a form be mailed to you.
Featured ArtistTo
be a Featured Artist, you must be a current member of GALA and have exhibited
at a GALA art show. Your artwork and artist statement will be displayed on the website homepage for approximately 4 to 6 weeks. After that time, your info is
moved to the Featured Artists page where it remains for as long as you are a GALA member or until
you ask that it be removed. A request to be a Featured Artist will be
considered by the Board of Directors when you submit 6 to 8 photographs of your
work and an artist statement to artwork@galagardner.org. Member NewsWe will post news or announcements for
current members on the website with images if they are included. See the page for
examples. Send the information to calendar@galagardner.org. |
Lori MacDonald Solo Painting Exhibit
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Lori MacDonald Solo Exhibit
"A Sunday Drive" Jaffrey Civic Center First Floor
Display Cases
April 16 - May 20, 2010
The show features Lori's smaller acrylic landscapes from her travels in
Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine & Massachusetts. Hours: Tues.10-6, Wed.-Fri. 1-5, and Sat.10-2 Read more
Visit Lori's website: www.macdonaldartist.com
(Click on "Around the Bend
at Quabbin Park" image for larger version)
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| Colored Pencil Class & Workshop with Gary Ruuska |
Painterly Colored Pencil
8 weeks (May 5-June 23) Session 1: Weds., 10 am-1 pm or Session 2: Weds., 6-9 pm
In this class we will explore techniques for creating colored pencil drawings with vibrancy and depth. Learn to build bold and exciting color using a gradual layering technique on sanded board. Students will begin by working from photographs and line drawings provided by the instructor. In the later weeks we will work from a still-life setup. We will also discuss options for protecting and presenting your finished work with fixative. More advanced students are invited to work on projects of their own design. Colored Pencil Flowers: A Mother's Day Workshop Saturday, May 8, 10 am - 3 pm In celebration of Mother's Day, thisworkshop will focus on flowers. Colored pencilsare the perfect medium for rendering the rich yet subtle colors of this popular subject.Working on a sanded surface, you will learn to use a gradual color-layering technique fora realistic result. A reference photograph and line drawing will be provided by the instructor.
For more information, see the Sharon Arts Center Spring Catalog or call 603-924-7256. |
Kieffer Ceramics Spring Studio Show & Sale
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 Fourth Annual Spring Studio Show & Sale
at Kieffer Ceramics
141 Main Street, Baldwinville (Otter River), MA
May 22nd & May 23rd
Saturday,
10 am-5 pm and Sunday, 11 am-4 pm
Kristen Kieffer's
gallery-quality pottery as well as seconds will be available for purchase with all
methods of payment welcome (cash, check or Visa/MC).
Come early and bring
friends!
Contact Kristen for more
information: KiefferCeramics@gmail.com or
978-939-2426
and visit her website at www.KiefferCeramics.com
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Rollstone Studios Call for Entries
| Inspired by nature? Announcing a Call to Artists for NatureWorks, a juried exhibition
Submissions due June 3-5, 2010, Show: Thursday, June 17 - Sunday August 22, 2010
The exhibition will feature
artists working in 2 or 3-dimensional art or high quality craft, all media,
that has an underlying theme of nature. I had a blast at last years juried show
at Rollstone, says artist Susan Matusen. I have already planned for this years
submission.
Click here for details and
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Fitchburg Public Library Call for Entries
| Friends of the Fitchburg Public Library
(FFPL) announces a call to artists for the 150th birthday celebration of the Fitchburg Public Library (FPL).
Deliver artwork to the Library on or before May 25, 2010.Juried entries will be displayed June 1 through the June 18 event at the Library. The judges' top choices will be made into reproduction note cards for a
fundraiser for the Library. All artwork will be returned to the artists.
Entries may be any media; quality photograph of 3-D work must be provided.
Theme must be related to the FPL, reading, books, or libraries. Artwork must be
wired and ready to hang. One entry only per person. For more more info or questions, contact Sharon Bernard at SBernard@fitchburgma.gov610 Main St., Fitchburg, MA 01420 978-345-9639 |
Rollstone Studios Resident Artist Opportunity
| Rollstone Studios, 633 Main Street, Fitchburg, has one or
two openings for Resident Artists. If you are interested, please contact the Studio Director, Anne Giancola, at the studio 978-348-2781,
or at 978-582-9741, or email her at a.giancola@net1plus.com for more details about the opportunity. This is not a paid position, but an opportunity to have work space in the studio and be part of a community
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More Shows, Classes, Etc.
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| GALA Receives 2009 Constant Contact Email Marketing All Star Award |
GALA has been named an Email Marketing All Star by Constant Contact for demonstrating best practices in the use of email marketing throughout 2009.
Award winners were selected for meeting the standards of
a responsible, professional, and successful email marketer.
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| Massachusetts Cultural Council (MCC) |
Check out the MCC blog ArtSake, a place to explore & celebrate the creative work of MA artists.
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| Art Exhibit Opportunities |
Gardner Ale House: contact Janet Reed at jmracountrygirl@yahoo.com or 978-249-6812
Greater Gardner CDC: contact Sally
Sargent at heysal48@comcast.net or 978-939-5454
Heywood Hospital Wound Care Center: contact Sally
Sargent (see above)
Jumpin' Juice & Java in Gardner: contact Andy Erickson at JJJGardner@hotmail.com or
978-895-1993
Jumpin' Juice & Java in Worcester: contact Joshua Van Dyke at JJJWorcester@hotmail.com or
401-474-0380
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Newsletter Submissions
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Have news about awards, shows, events, classes, or new gallery representation? Have an article you would like to submit? Please send it "publication ready", as we need to minimize the need for editing. Send submissions including your contact info to Anna Ruuska at webawr@comcast.net or the GALA mailing address. Submission deadline is the
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