Auction for the Arts: Seeking Donations/Sponsors
We’re preparing for our second Online “Auction for the Arts” beginning September 1. All online!
- Time to register. https://www.BiddingForGood.com/HancockCountyArts
- Time to donate. https://www.BiddingForGood.com/HancockCountyArts
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.
The Great North show
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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.
“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 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.
“Grace of Pastels” Continues thru September
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Neighborhood Watch, by Donna Shortt
The Hancock County Arts Council’s current show, “The Grace of Pastels,” continues thru September 29. The gallery is open every Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Admission is free.
The show features work by Fran Auker, Corrine Hull, Deb Lathrop, RL Lathrop, Julie McCullough, Beverly Mills, S. June Presnell, Donna Shortt, Carol Strock-Wasson, and Jeanne Zeigler.
Art Show Opens: Blending Interpretations of the American Southwest
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Opening Reception Friday, July 13, 6:30 p.m.
“Blending Interpretations of the American Southwest” opens with a reception on Friday, July 13, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Twenty North Gallery, 20 N. Main St. in Greenfield. Admission is free.
See works by local artists Prudy Dillon, Sandy Hall, Cathleen Huffman, Bob Hunt, Leslie Newton, William Rieske, Connie Scott, Deborah Smith, Jenny Moore Smith, Gale Sturm and Jeanne Zeigler.
These artists, who are inspired by the Southwest aesthetic, traveled to New Mexico, Arizona and Colorado to work on-site. The show includes both fine painting and photography
The gallery show runs Saturdays, 11 AM to 2 PM, and second Fridays, 6:30-9 PM, thru August 2018.
“Katz” Finch art photography show closing reception
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See what happens when art photographer Katz Lee Finch transforms ordinary iPhone photos into extraordinary art.
The gallery looks like it’s boarded up, but WE’RE OPEN for the closing reception with photography artist Katz L. Finch on Friday, June 29, at 6:30 p.m. and every Saturday through June from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Stop in and enjoy the show.
The façade of our historic building is getting a facelift as part of the federally funded “Main Street Revitalization Program.” Construction at the gallery includes masonry work, new paint, new windows, awnings, and restored doors. They’ll even repair some unique, inlaid concrete work outside the entry.
A big thank you to the City of Greenfield for submitting the grant and to our building owner, Twenty Main LLC, who chipped in matching funds for the project.
Last Chance to Vote for “People’s Choice”
Barb and Steve Smith admire the featured Will Vawter painting on loan from David Spencer. Bob Meyers’ first place watercolor “Asia Perspective” graces the background.
Time is running out. Vote for the “People’s Choice Award” at the Will Vawter Art Exhibition’s closing reception on second Friday, May 11, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Arts Council President Mark Dudley will award the trophy and cash award, sponsored by NineStar Connect, at 8 p.m.
It’s the last chance to enjoy over 80 works of art in this juried show. Entry is free and open to the public.