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The Ludington Show
Opening Reception
Friday, August 13, 6-8 p.m.
Portrait of Todd and Brad Reed  | Emily Crowley, a Ludington native and student at the College
for Creative Studies in Detroit, is giving something unique back to the
community she grew up in: portraits of ten influential citizens, selected by the artist, who help make Ludington a special place.
The oil portraits will be on display
from August 13-29 in the gallery of the Ludington Area Center for the
Arts. The public is invited to an
opening reception on Friday, August 13 from 6-8 p.m.
Crowley was looking for a thesis project that would allow her to combine what she had been taught in art school with her growing realization that her hometown is a special community. Through "The Ludington Show," Crowley found that project.
"I started with a portrait of Ludington's mayor, John Henderson. From there, I talked to a lot of people and even solicited suggestions through a newspaper article," explained Crowley. "I selected a group of people for The Ludington Show who
collectively showcase part of what makes our community worth being part of. A common thread I noticed is that
they do what they do out of a sincere interest in improving the community for
everyone."
In addition to John Henderson, The Ludington Show features portraits of photographers Todd and Brad Reed; Dr. Bill Anderson, historian, writer, and former head of the Michigan Department of History, Arts and Libraries; business and philanthropic leaders, Bob Neal,
Milan "Budde" Reed, and Lee and Joan Schoenherr; and Bill and Jane Carpenter,
owners of a local B&B, who were instrumental in the creation and growth of
the Ludington Area Arts Council and the Center for the Arts.
Crowley is giving back to her
community in another way as well; she is volunteering at the Center for the
Arts in exchange for studio space for the summer. After she graduates from art school in June 2011, Crowley plans to pursue a career as an illustrator and portrait artist.
The Ludington Show exhibition is
sponsored by The Artists Market, which provided Crowley with discounted art
supplies and suggested she contact the Center for the Arts as a venue for the
exhibition. The Artists Market is
a gallery, framer, and art supply store in downtown Ludington.
If you want more information about Emily's journey painting these portraits, check out her blog about The Ludington Show.
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Greetings From... An Exhibition of Postcard-Size Artwork
Through August 21
 The exhibition of 85 postcard-size works of art by more than 20 area artists continues through August 21.
"We wanted to challenge area artists to
work within a postcard size,"  explained Rebecca Mott who chairs the visual arts
committee at the Center.
Area artists met the challenge using watercolors, drawings, mixed media,
fiber and even metal. At $30,
these 4 x 6 original artworks make a great and easy-to-pack souvenir or gift for visitors to
take home."The show features 85 postcard-size from 22 artists from the Ludington area. In addition to watercolors and drawings, Greetings
From... includes
original work in mixed media, fiber, and even metal.
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Stop By the Center's New Gift Shop
 The Center's gift shop is now open with original paintings, photographs, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, cards and more by area and regional artists.
Shirley Reeds, owner of Maude's Garage and now also the Center's new gift shop manager, has worked her magic once again. The gift shop is open Tuesday-Saturday from noon to 5:30 p.m. as well as during major events at the Center.
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Join the Ludington Area Arts Council!
Become a member by making a donation. Find out more about member benefits at the Center's website.
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Hours at the Center:Tuesday-Saturday, 12-5:30Have questions or want more information about programs, membership, or how to make a donation?Website: www.ludingtonartscouncil.orgEmail us: info@ludingtonartscouncil.orgCall us: 231-845-2787
Parking for Center events is available in the lot south of the Center at the southeast corner of Loomis and Harrison Streets.
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Call to Artists - Christmas Extravaganza; deadline to apply is September 1
Applications for the 2010 Center for the Arts Christmas Extravaganza Juried Fine Arts/Crafts Show on Thanksgiving weekend are available.
The show is Friday, Nov. 26 and Saturday, Nov. 27 at the Ludington Area Center for the Arts. Booth spaces are $50; table spaces are $20. Application deadline is Sept. 1.
You can download an application from the Center's website or
- Send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Marion Riedl, 202 N. Robert St., Ludington, 49431
- Send an email to lacacraftshow@charter. net.
- Or stop in at the Center during business hours.
For more information, contact Marion at 231-845-7415 or the Center at 231-845-2787.
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