Extended Artist Callout: Rotary Art Park Project
- At July 08, 2019
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The Rotary Club of Greenfield is extending its call-out for Hancock County Artists to depict the Rotary’s six areas of focus at a new art park on the Pennsy Trail in downtown Greenfield.
The artwork will consist of four standing panels (4-ft. by 8-ft.). The winning artwork will be converted into a digital file and printed onto weather-resistant material, displayed year round.
Winning artist(s) will receive a $500 cash prize. The “intent to submit” notification deadline has been extended to July 31, 2019.
Submissions are due no later than August 30, 2019 by 5 p.m. SEE THE DETAILS.
Entertainment on the Plaza, Greenfield
- At July 08, 2019
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Indianapolis Municipal Band
Greenfield Banking Company is hosting a series of free, summer concerts on the south lawn of the Hancock County Courthouse. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the music beginning at 7 p.m. on these Fridays:
- July 12: Indianapolis Municipal Band
- July 19: West Central Quartet
- July 26: Circle City Sound
“Into the Wood” on Display Thru June
- At June 11, 2019
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One of several walking sticks on display, carved by Jim Webb
The Hancock County Arts Council’s latest show, “Into the Wood,” opens with a reception on Friday, June 14, at 6:30 p.m.
A group of seven artists and master artisans have used various techniques on wood to express their creative talents.
See a preview album on Facebook.
“Into the Wood” continues through June and appeals to people of all ages. Gallery hours are Wednesdays and Saturdays, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free.
Vawter People’s Choice Award
- At May 21, 2019
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Mary Wilson’s acrylic abstract, Prelude to a Dream, won the “People’s Choice” award at the Will Vawter Art Exhibition’s closing reception on April 12.
Visitors to the gallery during the show were asked to vote on their favorite work. At the closing reception, Wilson’s courage to experiment with 3-D effects and go “outside the box” won the day.
NineStar Connect generously sponsored the People’s Choice award with a beautiful trophy and a $100 prize check. NineStar’s additional $1,100 donation helped make the show possible.
Vawter Show 2019 Prize Winners
John Kennedy, president of the Greenfield Banking Company, awards the “Best of Show” prize.
Prize winners for the 2019 Will Vawter Art Exhibition were announced at the opening reception on April 12. Artist Lawrence Rudolech served as this year’s juror. See a list of prize winners & sponsors.
The “People’s Choice” award, a trophy and prize check sponsored by NineStar Connect, will be announced at the closing reception on second Friday, May 1o, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
Artists, their friends and family, and the general public can vote that evening until 8 p.m. when the ballots are counted. Admission is free.
Mail Your Vawter Entry on or before March 23!
- At March 11, 2019
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Will Vawter in His Studio
Time is running out to enter the 2019 Will Vawter Art Exhibition. Entries must be postmarked before March 23.
Award-winning artist Lawrence Rudolech is this year’s juror, so arts council members and artists accepted for the show can expect a lively reception when Larry shares his ideas on art and the selection process. HERE’S HOW TO ENTER
Arts & Rummage Sale
- At February 10, 2019
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Saturday, February 23, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Hancock County Fairgrounds, 620 N. Apple St., Greenfield, IN. Admission $1.
It’s an arts & crafts fair, a rummage sale, and a flea market all wrapped up in one. KidsPlay, Inc. children’s theatre hosts the fourth annual Arts & Rummage fundraiser. Visitors can enjoy bargains, homemade crafts and all-day entertainment from local singers, dancers and musicians. Come hungry! Donuts, coffee, pulled pork sandwiches, nachos, coney dogs & drinks will be available for purchase.
High School Student Art Show
- At January 28, 2019
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Flag painting, Meghan O’Keefe
An exhibit by emerging artists from Greenfield Central High School opens to the public during a reception on Friday, February 8, from 6 to 8:30 p.m., at the Twenty North Gallery in Greenfield.
The show recognizes talented artwork created over the past academic year by students of Lisa Sears, Sarah Cole, and Jeff Weiland.
Tim Lewis Watercolors at GBC
- At January 08, 2019
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Tim Lewis’ artwork is on display January thru March 2019, in Greenfield Banking Company’s Art Gallery, 1920 N. State St., Greenfield, IN, during the bank’s normal business hours.
Tim works primarily in watercolor but does some pieces in pencil, pen and ink, and pastels. His art is finely detailed as a result of his technical illustration background. Subject matter includes interesting landmarks, landscapes, and architecture.
Patrick Kluesner Show Opening Friday, Nov. 9
- At November 08, 2018
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Young Artist in His Cap
Patrick Kluesner’s Impressionist show, “As I See It,” opens to the public with an artists’ reception at the Twenty North Gallery on second Friday, November 9, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Stop by the gallery on your way home or after dinner to talk with Patrick, and enjoy the quality of his exceptional work in oil.
If you can’t make it to the opening, come to the gallery on Saturdays through December 29, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Patrick applies paint with a palette knife in most of his pieces. We’ve requested that he teach a class on palette knife techniques Saturday, November 17. Sign up while seats last.
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