Thursday, October 30, 2014

11.1 + 2


11.1
Screw Factory 13000 Athens Ave., Lakewood www.screwfactory artists.com  1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland  “Screw Factory Artists Holiday Open Studio.”  Noon-6pm.  

Spaces, 2220 Superior Viaduct, Cleveland 216.621.2314 www.spacesgallery.org “Optical Delusions:  Last Days on the Viaduct.  Spaces Benefit and Art Auction.”  Opening 7pm- 1am. Spirited cocktails and artists galore. What more do you need to know? At the benefit and art auction, SPACES art gallery will be celebrating the last 24 years at their 2220 Superior Viaduct location. As their lease winds down after selling the space in 2013, SPACES hopes you will join them for a hearty “goodbye” to the building.  What should I expect? Costumes (yes, it’s a costume party!), live violin music and spinning throughout the night, the featured works of 75 artists, special programming to the theme of 2220 Superior Viaduct and drinks that are promised to “give you double vision to fit the Optical Delusions theme.”  Okay, but what should I expect to pay? Don’t you just hate to put a price on these sort of things? Luckily, you have options. Tickets options range from “general admission”, to “dance party” to “VIP preview.”  http://spacesgallery.org
11.1 + 2
“Accessory Art. Studio Open House and Art Sale.”  864 West River Road, Valley City, Ohio 44280.  11am - ? Handcrafted jewelry - Pat Bolgar, Handcrafted Greeting Cards - Rose Roscoe, Wearable Art - Roseanne Dover, Handknit Clothing/Felted Hats - Lois Bosworth, Wearable Art - Sarah Martin, Functional and Sculptural Ceramics - Theresa Yondo.

Thursday, October 23, 2014

10.24-25




10.24
Bonfoey Gallery, 1710 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, 216.621.0178, www.bonfoey.com  “The New Real-Works by Tony Mastromatteo, Frank Oriti and Michael Zigmond.”  Opening 5-9pm.  
10.24 + 25
Cleveland Art Glass Studio, 11832 Washington Street, Chagrin Falls, “New Work by Mel Rea, Jason Wein, Zach Eberly, GAi Ellen Russo and Shannon Vance.”  Opening Friday 5-9pm.  Saturday 10am-5pm.  
10.25
River Gallery,19046 Old Detroit Road, Rocky River 44116 440 331-8406, www.rivergalleryarts.com  “Dawn Tekler and Matthew Gallagher.”  Opening 3-7pm.

10.27-28
Edinboro University in PA, East Hall
http://www.peterchristianjohnson.com
.  Two Day Workshop with Peter Johnson.  (Image Above:  Red)
*Visitors are welcome at no charge.


Monday, October 27th
9 – 11:45 am = lecture/ demo in Main Studio
noon -1 pm = lunch break
1 – 5 pm = demo in Main Studio
6 – 7:30 pm = pizza party with students at “Uncle Charlie’s”
8:30 - ? = slide lecture / Doucette room 125


Tuesday, October 28th
9 – 11:45 = Peter Johnson meets privately with students to critique work
noon – 1 pm = lunch break
1 – 5 pm = demo in Main Studio
5 pm = end of workshop


Thursday, October 16, 2014

10.17


First of all thank you to all who attended the kiln repair workshop, it was great to see so many people out!

10.17
William Busta Gallery, 2731 Prospect Ave., Cleveland 216.298.9071  www.williambustagallery.com  “Kate Budd-Sculpture (Image Above), Hildur Asgeirsdottir Jonsson-Paintings, Paul Yanko-Paintings..”  Opening 5-9pm.
Morgan Conservatory, 1754 E. 47th Street, Cleveland, 216.361.9255, www.morganconservatory.org   “Char Norman & Elena Osterwald, and Abecedaria VII, and Art Books Cleveland.”  Opening 6-9. Artist talk at 6.
78th Street Studios. 1300 West 78th Street, Cleveland.  Openings at Micro Art Space, Hedge Gallery and Cleveland West art League!
Lecture and Crits
Kent State University Art Gallery, Terrace Drive, Kent.  330.672.7853.  Henry Halem started out in Ceramics as did many of the glass folks. Henry used to teach ceramics here before he started the Glass program. Henry has a BFA in Ceramics from RISD and a MFA from George Washington Univ.  Make sure you guys show up for his Lecture this Friday OCt. 17 th at NOON in the Art bldg. AUD room 202.  Potluck afterwards in the School of Art Gallery- please bring some thing to share.  Sign up for a crit with Henry as he is a sharp & insightful critic. The signup sheet would be posted next week in the front of art gallery.

Stains Available:
As I mentioned I am closing Eucalyptus Stoneware after 40 years in business and would like to find  homes for these Mason stains.  The picture shows some of I’ve got for sale.  (The blue cans in the background are full, by the way) Pick a stain, call around and check the prices.  You’ll see that I’m selling these pretty cheap.  I realize you don’t know me from Adam.  Ask Lana Wilson or John Conrad, they should vouch for me. In order to do this efficiently here’s how I propose to do this:  Minimum order per stain is 2 lbs.  Minimum total order is $50   (Please put  small groups together for group buys so I can ship to fewer addresses.  Cuts your shipping costs, too!)  All orders will be shipped on either Friday, Oct 12 or Fri, Oct 19 FYI, a priority USPS box will hold 20 lbs and ships for a flat rate of $12.65.  Quantities above 20 lbs will ship FedEx ground from Eucalyptus Stoneware.  Payment will be Visa or Mastercard only—we will complete this transaction over the phone Send orders to  john@eucalyptus-stoneware.com  I will reply within 24 hours to let you know status, that is, what’s sold out and what I still have Call (858) 755 5656 with any questions and leave a message!!!  With your order please include name, shipping address, and phone.  I’ve got a great scale and will be generous with my weights!  First come, first served.   So act now!  Stains marked *** indicate small quantities that will be sold in their entirety.  Here’s what I’ve got:

Mason  #        Mason name        Lbs  Available       Price per pound
6000                         Shell Pink                     81                        $9.50  
6001                      Alpine Rose                    8                            9.50
6003                       Crimson                        52                            9.50
6006                Deep Crimson                   57                            9.50
6021                        Red                                  5                         17.50
6023                   Clover Pink                      10                           8.50
6025                    Coral Red                         6                          11.50
6026               ***Lobster***                 3                           11.50
6027                  Tangerine                        12                          10.50
6100             Woodland Brown             20                             5.50
6109                 Deep Brown                    14                           5.75
6122                Cedar Brown                   38                            5.50
6125             Leather Brown                     9                            5.75
6133              Sorrel Brown                     13                            5.75
6134                 Red Brown                      25                            5.50
6200               Evergreen                         16                            5.50
6204               Victoria Green                  15                           5.75
6211            Pea Green                            37                            7.50
6223         ***Ivy Green***                  3                             7.50
6255        ***Jade Green***                2.5                         8.00
6263          Victoria Green                       15                           5.75
6304          Chrome Tin Violet                10                        18.00
6324          Violet                                        10                           8.00
6343          Mediterranean Blue            6                             7.00
6398          Deep Peacock                        8                             9.50
6404          Vanadium Yellow                  9                           12.00
6405           Naples Yellow                      28                            5.50
6410   ***Canary Yellow***               2.6                         8.50
6450      Praseodymium  Yellow          6                              7.25
6464      Zirconium Yellow                     10                            8.75
6500      Sage Grey                                  10                            6.25
6503       Taupe Grey                               7                              5.00
6515     Soft Medium Grey                   22                           5.00
6523           Green Grey                         10                            5.00
6572         Neutral Grey                        10                             5.00
6573         Rose Taupe                           29                             6.50
6591          Gun Metal                            20                             6.50
58058     Bean Pot Brown                     8.5                          6.50

And just in case somebody wants to do a half scale sculpture of, let’s say, the Golden Gate Bridge in, let’s say,  a Pepto Bismol Pink I have 180 lbs of a stain, Mason 5925, that will get them happily on their way.  My only request is that nobody asks why I have this much of that stain.  I’d go into a mild depression that could last for weeks.

Thursday, October 9, 2014

10.10-12


10.10
1point618 Gallery 6421 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, 216.281.1618 www.1point618gallery.com  “Sid Rheuban at 90-Paintings by Sid Rheuban.”  Opening 6-8.
Bay Arts, 28795 Lake Road, Bay Village, OH  “Annual Juried Exhibition and Julie Cikra:  Migration.”  Opening 7-9pm. Two things going on at BAYarts Fri 10/10. First, view the opening of Julie Cikra’s Migration, a exhibition that examines “the gritty feel of a weathered city full of vitality and a resurgance of life.” It’s an examination of great cities and how they endure. Think if it as taking the pulse of today’s Cleveland — full of Rust Belt chic and on the up-and-up. Just look at her mixed media/painting Untitled [above] and it just feels Cleveland in all its industrial glory.  Secondly, BAYarts hosts their 52nd annual juried arts show. View artworks of all mediums and see who walks away with cash money rewards.  (Image Above.)
10.11
Morgan Conservatory, 1754 E. 47th Street, Cleveland, 216.361.9255, www.morganconservatory.org  “7th Annual Benefit & Silent Auction.”  Opening 6-10pm. Celebrate the art of papermaking at Mulberry Madness – the Morgan Conservatory’s 7th Annual Benefit and Silent Auction. This party is truly one-of-a-kind; offerings include demos of handmade papermaking, bookbinding and letterpress in a unique studio space. There will even be room for participation.  Enjoy jazz, swing, blues Dixieland and Ragtime songs performed by the Syncopated Sin Swing Band, and get in an amazing auction featuring the work of over 50 artists.
Maria Neil Art Project, 15813 Waterloo Rd. Cleveland, www.marianeilartproject.org, 216.481.7722  “Art & Craft:  A Celebration of Art and Beer.”  Opening 6-10pm.  
And Finally…The Event you have been waiting for!!!
October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net

Thursday, October 2, 2014

10.2-3


10.2
Lakeland Community College 7700 Clocktower Drive, Kirtland, OH 44094, 440.525.7029  “Director's Choice: CLAY... Not the Usual Suspects.”  Opening 7-9pm.  Featuring the work of many NOC members!
10.3
Waterloo Arts, 15605 Waterloo Rd., Cleveland, 216.692.9500 artscollinwood.org  “Oleander:  Paintings by Martha Ferrazza.”  Opening 5-9pm.    Also Walk All Over Waterloo.

October 12th!
Upcoming NOC Event/Meeting/Potluck.  Hectic Studio, 3619 Walton Ave. Cleveland,  2nd Floor, 440.590.0672, www.hecticstudio.com 
Basic Kiln Operation & Repair Workshop 
With Mike Sievers of Skutt Kilns  Sunday, October 12, 2014 - 1pm to 3pm  “This workshop will be great for all ceramic artists, educators and enthusiasts!”  $25.00 per person (cash at door)
Free for current NOC Members(!)
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net
Workshop Topics:
Operation
Along with basic programming, we will talk about features your kiln has that you may not even have known existed. Features that allow you to fuse glass, slow cool for interesting glaze effects, troubleshoot electrical problems and a lot more. Learn about the importance of pre-heating and
hold times. Learn how to properly load your kiln so every piece comes out perfect. We will also discuss the importance of venting and how to set up your kiln room. Also learn about Skutt's new KilnLink Monitoring System that allows you to check the status of your kiln from anywhere you have internet access.
Maintenance
We will go over a few basic maintenance tips that can add years of life to your kiln. Learn how to properly kiln wash your shelves, tighten the bands, and significantly increase the life of your elements.
Repair
You will be surprised how easy it is to make basic repairs on your kiln. Think about the money you can save. We will give hands on instruction on how to change a thermocouple, replace worn out elements and install new brick. We will also talk about how to properly diagnose kiln
problems and how to make changes to correct defects in your glaze.

And(!), after the workshop stick around for:
NOC Meeting and Potluck Social
Sunday, October 12, 2014 – 4-5pm Meeting, 5-7pm Potluck
Meeting and Potluck hosted at:
Hectic Studio, 2nd floor, 3619 Walton Ave, Cleveland, OH 44113
Please RSVP: Stephanie@StephanieCraig.net