Diamonds & Denim Celebration of the Arts Gala

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Our online auction is currently live and open for bids with more objects of desire being added every day. The auction concludes on Saturday, October 16, with a “Diamonds & Denim: Celebration of the Arts Gala” in the historical ballroom of Bradley Hall in Greenfield. Pull on your jeans and add some bling for a fun evening of food, live entertainment, a 50/50 raffle, and auction excitement. See details and get tickets here.

For bidding on your mobile phone, use this link.

This is Hancock: Local Artists from Hancock County Show Their Work

Hancock County Artists are sharing their work in the Twenty North Gallery during the Riley Festival.

Hancock County artists are exhibiting their work in our latest show, which runs from the beginning of the Riley Festival (October 7-10) and continues thru October 30. The gallery is open during the festival and every Wednesday and Saturday in October from 11 AM to 2 PM. Stop in and enjoy the show. Admission is free.

Artists include Sheila Barr, Carol Barrett, Nat Bittinger, Ann Brown, Laura Parker, Chris Cazzell, Dana Cottey, Janet Darling, Emily Fedorchak, Clark Fralich, Clyde Gaw, Greg Geralds, Judith Geralds, Sandy Hall, Alice Hedden, Cathleen Huffman, Bob Hunt, Amber Kalal, Lynda Probst, Deborah Smith, Gale Sturm, Susan Teague, Joan Webb.

A Show of Hands: Bonnie Zimmer & Pamela Hignite

Pamela Hignite’s figurative sculpture, We Dreamed of a Safe Haven, along with equally extraordinary pieces, will be available for viewing during an opening reception at the Twenty North Gallery on Friday, August 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Or enjoy the show every Wednesday and Saturday in August, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Hignite writes in her statement, “My work is . . . heavily influenced by nature and the human figure.  I have an affinity for the art of primitive cultures. Their imagery is powerful and full of spiritual meaning, which is what I strive for in the sculpture I create.”

To this August installation, Bonnie Zimmer brings, A SHOW OF HANDS, a body of work exploring the image, form, and concept of hands from natural and salvaged materials, such as the Guardian Spirits Vessel (shown). The installation includes Mandala for Mother Earth, a splendid six-foot-square banner of eco-dyed China silk, torched copper, forged copper cut-outs of the artist’s hands, and cotton embroidery floss. Zimmer writes, “While nature is my greatest collaborator, providing me with materials and inspiration, my love of reclaimed materials and the pure joy of “process” are all integral to my work.”

Auction for the Arts: Seeking Donations/Sponsors

We’re preparing for our second Online “Auction for the Arts” beginning September 1.  All online! 

Join us at Bradley Hall Event Center on October 16, 2021 with a Celebration of Arts Gala. 

Any auction item is of value to us, an experience package, a decorative element, or a memorabilia item.

Hancock County Arts is a 501(c)3 organization. If you are interested in donating an item or piece of art, or if you can become a sponsor for this event, please do so at https://www.BiddingForGood.com/HancockCountyArts or for any questions, please email hancockcountyarts@gmail.com.

Colts, Swag/ Grand Prix tickets from IMS/ Cozymeal Gift Card for $250/ so much more.

Be sure to register to bid and join us for the Diamonds and Denim Celebration of Arts Gala on October 16th.

Will Vawter Annual Exhibit proved to be another great success.

Congratulations to Carol Strock-Wasson of Union City, Indiana for winning Best of Show at the 2021 Annual Will Vawter Art Exhibit with her Winchester Barn pastel!

This year marks the 150th birthday of Will Vawter! Hancock County Arts Council celebrated in grand style with several festivities in the month of June, including the annual art exhibit featuring artists from across Indiana, two plein air events, extended hours at the gallery, and a day full of music, art workshops and a Cajun food truck in The Living Alley on June 12th.  Sandy Hall created a magnificent birthday cake painting with 150 candles “lit” with paint thumbprints of any who wanted to light a candle.

The Artists Reception on Friday, June 11th was very well attended and included Greenfield’s mayor, Chuck Fewell, and many other city dignitaries and the exhibit included work from 46 artists from across Indiana.

Awards were given for Best of Show, First, Second and Third Overall, Artists’ Choice (by vote of fellow artists), People’s Choice (by vote of gallery guests), Judge’s awards, and Honorable Mentions.

Congratulations to the following winners and thank you to every artist that submitted works to the Vawter Exhibit, bringing back the celebration of the Arts after a very challenging year for artists and art enthusiasts!

Best of Show                  Carol Strock-Wasson          Winchester Barn

First Place Overall          Joanna Shank                     Lilacs

Second Place Overall     Stephen Edwards               Studio Windows

Third Place Overall         Suzette Hagan                    Township Road Buddy

Artists’ Choice Award      Steve Warner                     Medley

People’s Choice              Judy Crist                           1919 Ford

See the paintings and more information at our 2021 Vawter Art Show tab, above.

Love art? Want to support the Arts in our community? Become a Volunteer!

Calling all art lovers! We are always seeking volunteers to help advance the arts in Hancock County. If you’d like to join us in our mission, please call 317.967.2368 or go to our Facebook page to connect or email us at HancockCountyARts@gmail.com! Volunteers will help with shows, receptions and events.

Commit as little or as much time as you’d like.

We’d love to have you on our team!

Volunteer Orientation on Saturday,September 4th, 11:30 – 12:15.

See you at the Gallery!!!

Elementary Student Show

Hancock County Arts presented Elementary Extravaganza! show, featuring artwork from the students of Brandywine, Eastern Hancock, Eden, Harris, J.B. Stephens, Mt. Comfort, Sugar Creek, and Weston elementary schools.

 

In addition to the reception, the show will also be viewable Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

 

Please come support our young local artists!

Santa Invasion Show!

Take a few minutes to view the Santa Invasion at the gallery during the month of December. We have filled the Twenty North Gallery with all shapes and sizes of Santas. The Santa Christmas Reception will be celebrated on Friday, December 13th from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Stop by for some hot chocolate! The gallery exhibit will be open for viewing every Wednesday and Saturday from 11 AM to 2 PM through the end of the year. Admission is free.

Student “High Five” Art

The submissions for our new Student “High Five” initiative have been really inspiring. It is part of our mission to support young local artists by featuring their work in the Twenty North Gallery. Each month, we work with a different county school to feature student art. December will feature work from Eastern Hancock High School students. Check out this work titled “Pine Cone” submitted by Abigail Ebbert. Come see this paint and colored pencil piece of art and others at our Gallery throughout the month of December! Gallery hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

The Great North show

Join us for a breath taking view of the Great North. We are excited to showcase the paintings of nine artists who visit, and record the fun of Northern Michigan. The people of Indiana head north when warm weather comes back to us, enjoying the long days and fun nights of adventure northern Michigan has to offer. It is a great place to visit and is an Indiana tradition. Come meet the artist and share your stories, and if you know any good places to paint, we want to hear about it. Beautiful coastline and dunes are just minutes from rolling hills. Come visit the show and let us take you to the Great North.

Participating Artists:
Steve Smith, Lynn Dunbar, Troy Kilgore, Jerry Smith, Andrea Bojrab, Ray Hassard, Mary Ann Davis, James Burgess, Roy Boswell

Open November 1-24: Wednesdays and Saturdays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Second Friday artist reception (free admission): Friday, November 8, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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