Here's a link for free tickets to Artropolis at the Merchandise Mart this weekend. You'll have to fill out some info (name, phone, etc.) but well worth avoiding the price of admission ...
See you there -
https://www.microspec.com/tix123/etic.cfm?code=artrop10&disc=galleryguest
Apr 29, 2010
Art pick-up dates and times for Juried Student Art Show
A Message from the KC Art Gallery Director:
The student art show will run through commencement on Saturday, May 15, 2010. Work cannot be picked up prior to that date.
Students may pick up their artwork:
Sat, May 15 from noon - 2 p.m.
Mon, May 17 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Tue, May 18 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Wed, May 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
After these dates the Art Gallery will be closed for the summer, and any work that remains unclaimed will be discarded at the discretion of the Art Gallery/Art Department.
Thank you all for your cooperation,
Michelle
The student art show will run through commencement on Saturday, May 15, 2010. Work cannot be picked up prior to that date.
Students may pick up their artwork:
Sat, May 15 from noon - 2 p.m.
Mon, May 17 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Tue, May 18 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Wed, May 19 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
After these dates the Art Gallery will be closed for the summer, and any work that remains unclaimed will be discarded at the discretion of the Art Gallery/Art Department.
Thank you all for your cooperation,
Michelle
Art Chicago this weekend, Apr. 30 - May 3
A high-end art fair is taking place this weekend in Chicago at Merchandise Mart. Anyone who can make it should definitely check it out.
As described on the Art Chicago website:
"Art Chicago® 2010, the annual international fair of contemporary and modern art, brings together the world’s leading emerging and established galleries. Art Chicago offers curators, collectors, artists and art enthusiasts a comprehensive survey of current and historic work, from cutting-edge to modern masters in a wide variety of media including: painting, photography, drawings, prints, sculpture, video and special installations."
Details below:
Art Chicago 2010 will take place April 30 - May 3
2010 Show Hours:
Friday, April 30: 11am - 7pm
Saturday, May 1: 11am - 7pm
Sunday, May 2: 11am - 6pm
Monday, May 3: 11am - 4pm
Art Chicago Tickets:
Adults: $20 daily or $25 multi-day pass
Seniors, Students or Groups: $15 multi-day pass
Children 12 and under are free.
Online Ticket Purchase is Available
Event Address:
222 Merchandise Mart Plaza
Chicago, IL 60654
The entrance fee is pricey, however with so much variety of art in one place at one time, it is a a great opportunity to get a pulse on current issues in art. The art on display will be of the highest quality and will excite you.
(UPDATE: Christian provided a link above that if you fill out your info, you can get free tickets to the event. Worth it to me. Thanks Christian!
https://www.microspec.com/tix123/etic.cfm?code=artrop10&disc=galleryguest)
Apr 15, 2010
This Daily Show video made me think of 2D Design class.
Courtesy of the Daily Show....
This clip made me think of 2D Design and the interpretation of symbols. I post, you decide!
This clip made me think of 2D Design and the interpretation of symbols. I post, you decide!
| The Daily Show With Jon Stewart | Mon - Thurs 11p / 10c | |||
| A Farewell to Arms | ||||
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Apr 7, 2010
Art Theft: A search for the world's most wanted art
Kishwaukee College Library presents:
Art Theft: A search for the world's most wanted art.
with Jon Sazonoff- a noted authority on international art crime.
Art Theft: A search for the world's most wanted art.
with Jon Sazonoff- a noted authority on international art crime.
Don't miss this captivating presentation on Tuesday, April 13, 2010
12:30-1:30 pm, Room A 225 (Tiered Classroom)
For more information contact Mary Middleton at mmiddlet@kishwaukeecollege.edu ext. 5100
12:30-1:30 pm, Room A 225 (Tiered Classroom)
For more information contact Mary Middleton at mmiddlet@kishwaukeecollege.edu ext. 5100
Edvard Munch's The Scream survived several thefts including the most recent in 2004, which has since been recovered.--------
Jon Sazonoff is a noted authority on art crime. Based in Chicago, he publishes “Art Theft – Search for the World’s Most Wanted Art” (www.saztv.com) the leading (Google) web-site for the terms art theft and stolen art.
His research has been cited in Smithsonian lectures, FBI talks, INTERPOL symposia, and international conferences. His work has been cited on the web-sites of reputable organizations such as the International Council of Museums, American Bar Association, Harvard Law School, Britain’s Dept of Culture, Media, & Sport, Spain's National Police, the BBC, Le Monde, the MGM “Thomas Crown Affair” web-site and more.
Since 1998, he also assists the European based Museum Security Network as contributing US Editor. In that capacity, he helps select daily news for the world’s cultural property protection community. As such, he’s well connected with a number of international authorities in the world of art, crime, & media.
Born 1959 in Deerfield, IL son of a community leader and journalist. With roots in journalism, Sazonoff received his BA in 1983 (History; Northern Illinois University) and did further graduate work in anthropology & museum studies. Prior to founding Saz Productions, his background included running professional concert security, working in museum security, as an antiques conservator, as an anthropology instructor, and appraiser.
In 1995 Sazonoff established Saz Productions with the goal of providing quality content for the changing media landscape. TV & digital media are powerful tools. As a member of (NATPE) the National Association of Television Programming Executives, he champions the cause of bringing digital media into the fight against culture’s thieves.
Hot Forging Demo at Kish this Friday by Jamie Obermeier
Assistant Professor of Art in Metals at NIU, Jamie Obermeier will be demonstrating hot forging of flatware from 10 am- 4pm in the 3D art room at Kish on Friday, April 9th 2010. Whether you are 2D, 3D, or 4D, or just D-Curious, please stop by to watch, participate, learn, and ask questions.
Here is a link to some of his work...
Jamie Obermeier: Metals Artist
Hooray!
Here is a link to some of his work...
Jamie Obermeier: Metals Artist
Hooray!
Reject Art Show
If your work was submitted and rejected from the Spring 2010 Juried Art Show, the Art Department is putting up a Rejected Art Show in the Art Department halls. The reason is, we honor those whose work was submitted, but also understand much great work is rejected each year and like to provide a venue for your work to be seen and appreciated. So help brighten up our halls by speaking with your art instructors about putting up the Rejected Art Show!
Spring 2010 Juried Student Art Show
The Reception for the Spring 2010 Juried Student Art Show is on April 21st from 2-5pm. Be there, bring family, friends, teachers, and classmates to celebrate the show and your fellow classmates!
Congratulations to those artists whose work was accepted into the 2010 Spring Kishwaukee Juried Art Show. The competition was fast and fierce. Great work made it in, and some great work also was excluded. Congratulations to all who were motivated enough to participate, and submit.
Marilyn Sjoholm - Silver & Rose Pendant, Copper & Silver Pendant
Zaneta Taylor - The Old Shoes
Natalie Zographos - Cheers!
Jennie Edwards - 0
Natalie Calhoun - Alex, Dominique
Suzanne Jackiw - At His Feet, Pawn
Steven Connolly - Sunset in Iraq
Angie Loptien - What the Duck?
Robert Johnson - Skeleton #1, Skeleton #2, Zombie Comic Test Page #1
Cristal Thammavong - Untitled
Blaize Diaz - Tracks
Justin Schroger - Brutal Eddie
If you are not listed or one of your art pieces are not listed, please stop into the art gallery and pick up your pieces by April 9th during one of these times:
Wed. 1-9
Thurs. 4-8
Friday 11-3
Any questions, call ext. 5611
P.S.
2010 Kamelian Art & Literary Magazine
Congrats to those whose work was selected for the 2010 Kamelian Art & Literary magazine, and those who won awards. Also, congrats to those who submitted work, even if it did not make it in. Keep trying!
Two Dimensional Art Winners
Paul Brunk
Sarah Greer
Natalie Calhoun
Three Dimensional Art Winners
Peggy Klus
Peggy Klus
Michael Holland
Photography Winners
Cathy Hackler
Katherine Kennedy
Jordan Fitzsimmons
Poetry Winners
Zachary Effler
Zachary Effler
Michael Holland
Short Fiction Winners
Zachary Effler
Aaron Ziegler
Aaron Ziegler
Essay Winners
Dwen Duvall
Samue Gelman
Jessi Haish
The artwork looks great! Be sure to send Tina Hultgren some positive feedback on this year's lovely design and hard work to make this happen. She needs to know that we appreciate what she does and her time commitment!
Editor Tina Hultgren:
thultgren@kishwaukeecollege.edu
Congrats :)
Congratulations to those artists whose work was accepted into the 2010 Spring Kishwaukee Juried Art Show. The competition was fast and fierce. Great work made it in, and some great work also was excluded. Congratulations to all who were motivated enough to participate, and submit.
Marilyn Sjoholm - Silver & Rose Pendant, Copper & Silver Pendant
Zaneta Taylor - The Old Shoes
Natalie Zographos - Cheers!
Jennie Edwards - 0
Natalie Calhoun - Alex, Dominique
Suzanne Jackiw - At His Feet, Pawn
Steven Connolly - Sunset in Iraq
Angie Loptien - What the Duck?
Robert Johnson - Skeleton #1, Skeleton #2, Zombie Comic Test Page #1
Cristal Thammavong - Untitled
Blaize Diaz - Tracks
Justin Schroger - Brutal Eddie
If you are not listed or one of your art pieces are not listed, please stop into the art gallery and pick up your pieces by April 9th during one of these times:
Wed. 1-9
Thurs. 4-8
Friday 11-3
Any questions, call ext. 5611
P.S.
2010 Kamelian Art & Literary Magazine
Congrats to those whose work was selected for the 2010 Kamelian Art & Literary magazine, and those who won awards. Also, congrats to those who submitted work, even if it did not make it in. Keep trying!
Two Dimensional Art Winners
Paul Brunk
Sarah Greer
Natalie Calhoun
Three Dimensional Art Winners
Peggy Klus
Peggy Klus
Michael Holland
Photography Winners
Cathy Hackler
Katherine Kennedy
Jordan Fitzsimmons
Poetry Winners
Zachary Effler
Zachary Effler
Michael Holland
Short Fiction Winners
Zachary Effler
Aaron Ziegler
Aaron Ziegler
Essay Winners
Dwen Duvall
Samue Gelman
Jessi Haish
The artwork looks great! Be sure to send Tina Hultgren some positive feedback on this year's lovely design and hard work to make this happen. She needs to know that we appreciate what she does and her time commitment!
Editor Tina Hultgren:
thultgren@kishwaukeecollege.edu
Congrats :)
Apr 2, 2010
New course for Fall 2010 at Kish:
Photography and Book Arts
Students will explore alternative photographic processes and examine various bookbinding methods...
Tuesday/Thursday 10-12:45
click here for alternative process images and processes etc
click here for a few examples of artists books
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