President's Message

Wow, we doubled our goal! Over 120 paintings and photographs were donated to the SC Veterans Assisted Living Facility in Walterboro. Thank you all for your outstanding generosity and a special Thanks to those volunteers who donated 4 and 6 artworks.
The economy is having its toll on many area small businesses and we are no exception. Sales were slow in January and February but we are managing to hold our own, thanks to our recent ATAC grant. Encourage your friends and neighbors to visit our Gallery, especially the openings and special events. We need each member to “sell our product,” be it the Gallery artwork, or our Academy classes. If we all get behind our programs, the results will be positive for 2009.
Thanks,
Terry Brennan


From the GALLERY CHAIR
ON SATURDAY, MARCH 21 AT 4 P.M. LINDA WARNER CONSTANTINO WILL GIVE A DEMONSTRATION ON HOW TO SET UP AND PAINT IN OILS EN PLEIN AIR. LINDA IS A PROFESSOR OF ILLUSTRATIOIN AT SAVANNAH COLLEGE OF ART&DESIGN AND HAS BEEN A LONGTIME SUPPORTER OF THE ART LEAGUE.

WE PLAN TO HAVE DEMONSTRATIONS EVERY SATURDAY AT THE GALLERY BEGINNING IN APRIL.

ROSEMARY KIMBALL
GALLERY CHAIR

Featured Artist

The Art League Gallery features a group show called Splashes of Blue by Les Bonnes Artistes opening with a reception on March 10, 5-7pm. The exhibit continues through April 11. The public is invited. Come and meet the artists!

This show is a rare treat! Nine accomplished female artists - Jo Dye, Evie Kowtko, Joyce Nagel, Doris Shay, Bobsy Simes, Barb Spencer, Dorothy Steelman, Faye Willis and Emily Wilson - got together once a month to talk about art over lunch. Soon the idea of a joint show came up. Considering themselves good artists, they thought it would sound alluring in French and the group name “les bonnes artistes” was born. They chose the color blue as a theme, cerulean blue, to be precise, since they marvel at the “happy blues” of shore, sea, and sky in the Lowcountry environment.

Painting by Doris Shay "Love Song"

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Special Events

Our annual LIBRARY SHOW is coming up! “Hanging” will be on Monday, March 23rd - please drop off your artwork between 10am - 12 noon. Last year we had a great show with some very colorful and daring pieces. The Library Corridor Gallery is an additional venue, where locals and visitors can see your name and appreciate your work; please take advantage of this opportunity!

Painting by Virginia Mackenzie from last year's show

Art League News

Calendar
March 9, 10-12 - Change of Show
March 23, 10-12 - LIBRARY Show check-in
April 13, 10-12 - Change of Show
April 26, 12-3 - ART&FLOWERS
May 1, 5-7 - JURIED SHOW Award Ceremony
May 2, 12 noon - CRITIC's Luncheon
May 11, 10-12 - Change of Show
May 26, 10-12 - Retrieve artwork from Juried Show at ACCC



EXHIBITING ARTISTS - Is 2010 the year for YOU to be considered as a 2010 Featured Artist at the Art League Gallery? Please make your interest known by contacting Martha Ahrens, mha1ct@aol.com or cell phone 843 422 2392.

Painting by Emily Wilson

Member News

REMINDER: There is still time to renew your membership for 2009. Lot's of wonderful events on the calendar - you don't want to miss them! Log on to the website and renew on line. Quick&Easy!!
Cindy Chiappetta
Membership Chair

Painting by Faye Willis
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Art Academy News

On Friday, March 20, 2009, the Academy will have its opening reception of its student exhibit which includes artwork of students who attended any winter classes. The reception will begin at 5 pm. We are pleased to announce that Joan Templer will be our judge for the exhibit. Please mark your calendars! The show will be available for viewing until Apr. 24.

Painting by Bobsy Simes
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