National Juried Encaustic Exhibition

Mount Dora Cent for the Arts, 138 E. 5th Ave, Mount Dora, FL 32757

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Kim Bernard, Traces of Motion, encaustic, 36×36

Jurors
Kim Bernard, nationally exhibited artist who has shown her work at the Art Complex Museum, Currier Museum and the Portland Museum of Art. She teaches encaustic intensives at the Maine College of Art, Plymouth State University and the Maine Coast Encaustic Workshop Retreat.

Susan Loden, award winning visual artist, curator and grant panelist. She is an art journalist and former director of the Lake Eustis Museum of Art.

Important Dates

• Exhibit Dates: January 10th to March 2th, 2014
• Opening Reception: January 10th, 6-8pm

Schedule

• Deadline for submissions: November 1, 2013
• Artist notification via email: November 15, 2013
• Deadline for receiving accepted work: January 2, 2014
• Works may be shipped or delivered in person.
• All accepted works must be ready to hang.

Unsold works must be picked up by March 2, 2014 between 10am to 8pm. The gallery will ship only if prepaid postage and packing is provided by artist.

Eligibility

Open to all artists incorporating the medium of encaustic into their work. Two and three dimensional works will be accepted, as well as mixed media, provided that encaustic is one of the primary materials. There are no size restrictions for 2-D or 3-D work. Artists are invited and encouraged to consider the theme Big Bad Wax in the broadest sense, exploring size, bigness, boldness, badness and any interpretations that apply.

Promotion

Big Bad Wax will be held in conjunction with the 39th Annual Mount Dora Arts Festival. To promote the Big Bad Wax exhibit Mount Dora Center for the Arts will feature ads in Professional Artist Magazine, local publications, social media sites, e-blasts, distribute press releases to encourage articles, reviews and regional exposure. All works in the exhibition must be for sale with an artist-gallery split of 65%-35% of the purchase price.

Recognition Award

One artist, whose work is selected as Best in Show in the Big Bad Wax exhibit, will be offered a solo exhibit at The Mount Dora Center for the Arts in 2015, and an award of $500.

One runner up will receive an honorable mention and $200.

Application Process

• Artists may enter up to 3 works
• Submission entries will be accepted now through November 1, 2013
• Submission fee of $25 paid through PayPal at ww.mountdoracenterforthearts.org

Application Checklist

Submit the following in one email with the subject “Big Bad Wax”

• Current contact information
• Image list of works submitted
• Brief statement about the work in relationship to the title of the show (150 word max)
• Artists Bio (150 word max)
• Up to 3 JPEGs of 3 existing works
• Artists must send JPEGs formatted as follows:
  • 300dpi image resolution
  • Maximum file size per image – 1MB
  • Title each image as follows: image#_lastname_title_HxWxD.jpeg

Copy and paste the information below, include in the body of the email as well as an attachment accompanied by up to 3 JPEGs. Email this in one email to Nancy@MountDoraCenterfortheArts.org.

Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A complete prospectus may also be found at www.mountdoracenterforthearts.org.

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Imaginative collage, drawing, painting, watercolor, pastels, fiber art, hand building with clay, beading, print making, stain glass, mosaics and mixed media techniques may be a part of your experience.

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Registration Deadline: Students must be registered one week before each class. Places will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received prior to deadline to confirm your participation.

Please call 352-383-0880 with any questions.

Exhibit: June 14, 2013 to July 25, 2013
Artist Reception: June 14, 2013 from 6pm to 8pm
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Browse our class offerings in these media:

• Painting
• Drawing
• Photography
• Calligraphy
• Fiber, Glass and Clay
• Kids Classes

Call to Instructors:
Our educational department is always open to new classes, workshops and lectures. Artists, retired professionals and instructors interested in sharing their knowledge with youth, teens, adults or seniors should submit proposals to nancy@mountdoracenterforthearts.org.

Art Experience for Kids
(Ages 6 to 12)
Wednesdays
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Session I 1/9/13 – 2/13/13 (six (6) weeks)
Session II 3/6/13 – 4/10/13 (six (6) weeks)
Join instructor Michele Pietrzak as she explores multiple media in this six week course. Instinctually we know art is important for our children. Art is a fundamental component of what makes us human. Students in this class will experience art as a form of self expression and their creative skills will grow naturally. Together we will learn about keeping a sketchbook, how to “see” like an artist, and best of all play with fiber, watercolor, chalk pastel, acrylic, ink and more. Come experience art, you’ll be glad you did!
Instructor: Michele Pietrzak
$95 members, $125 non-members

Sew Happy!
Mondays
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Session I 1/7/13 – 2/4/13 (six (6) weeks)
Session II 3/4/13 – 4/8/13 (six (6) weeks)
Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Are you ready to join the Do-It-Yourself Movement and gain some skills at the same time? Well then this is the class for you! Join students of all ages in this freeform sewing class to learn the basics of sewing from learning about your machine to creating a variety of easy projects. Machine sewing is a major component of the class but a small amount of hand sewing will be taught as well, including sewing a button and hand stitching to close seams or add embellishment. Students work at their own pace and sew in a light-hearted environment and in small classes with plenty of one-on-one attention. Projects will be different in the two sessions. A supply list will be sent after registration confirmation.
Instructor: Michele Pietrzak
$95 members, $125 non-members

Clay Throwing All Levels
Tuesdays 5:30pm to 7:30pm or Fridays 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Session I 1/8/13 – 2/12/13 (six (6) weeks) 1/4/13 – 2/15/13
Session II 3/5/13 – 4/9/13 (six (6) weeks) 3/8/13 – 4/12/13
So you want to know how to throw a pot on the potter’s wheel? Students will learn a complete understanding of the principles and techniques required to throw pots well. I will share my extensive knowledge and understanding of the ceramic process to help you become the potter you always wanted to be. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced, one-to-one instruction will be given to each student. No art experience is required. This class provides demonstrations, instruction and group discussions. Supplies are included in the class registration.
Instructor: John Schroeder
$150 members, $180 non-members

To register for any of these classes, fill out our registration form.

The Art of Touch: Tactile Sculpture 1 Day Workshop
March 23, 2013
10:00am to 1:00pm
This workshop is structured for blind and sighted individuals. It will introduce participants to sensory exploration in art through basic processes of sculpting, mold making, and casting. It will include a broad perspective on relief making, and incorporate the basic steps necessary to complete an original work. The materials utilized will be clay, found objects, plaster, as well as silicone. A variety of clay carving tools will be introduced and discussed pertaining to their specific uses in the sculptural process. Additionally, it will illustrate the uses of the multiple in art making practices. In correlation with the exhibition, See it MY Way: Sight Unseen, this workshop will explore fundamental uses of touch in sculpture. Please bring a small supply fee (TBA) to class for the instructor.
Artist Demonstration by: Russell Bellamy and Jordan Vineyard
$45 members, $75 Non-members

Sew Happy!
Mondays
Time: 3:30pm to 5:00pm
Session I 1/7/13 – 2/4/13 (six (6) weeks)
Session II 3/4/13 – 4/8/13 (six (6) weeks)
Have you always wanted to learn to sew? Are you ready to join the Do-It-Yourself Movement and gain some skills at the same time? Well then this is the class for you! Join students of all ages in this freeform sewing class to learn the basics of sewing from learning about your machine to creating a variety of easy projects. Machine sewing is a major component of the class but a small amount of hand sewing will be taught as well, including sewing a button and hand stitching to close seams or add embellishment. Students work at their own pace and sew in a light-hearted environment and in small classes with plenty of one-on-one attention. Projects will be different in the two sessions. A supply list will be sent after registration confirmation.
Instructor: Michele Pietrzak
$95 members, $125 non-members

Simple Beautiful Silk Scarves 1 Day Workshop
Surface design on cloth by Wendy Smith-Wood
January 16 or January 24 or February 8
Time: 10:30am to 4:00pm
Apply lots of color to silk to produce beautiful lustrous scarves that are easy to care for. In this one day workshop you may produce several scarves. You choose the shape and size, blend of colors and try out several techniques in this one day workshop – you can make 3 to 10 scarves or more. This is a dye class using silk and acid dyes. I call this “ kindergarten for grown-ups” – fun and easy like finger painting and LOTS of color!! Please bring between $15 and $50 to class to purchase silks and scarf blanks.
Instructor: Wendy Smith-Wood
$95 members, $125 Non-members

Printed and Painted Batik 1 Day Workshop
Surface design on cloth by Wendy Smith-Wood
January 17 or January 25 or February 28
10:30am to 5:00pm
This workshop is aimed at those with no previous dying or painting experience. During the class students will learn how to apply hot wax resist to silk or cotton and add dyes to produce beautiful abstract designs of layered color. Fabrics can be hung as wall art or used in quilting, sewing clothing or accessories, home decor and mixed media. This will be done with fiber reactive dyes. Great for: fiber enthusiasts, quilters, wearables, wall art, home décor, new techniques for artists. Students bring old shoes and clothes to work in, an apron and Snacks. Bring $7 – 20 $50 to purchase fabrics.
Instructor: Wendy Smith-Wood
$95 members, $125 Non-members

TEXTURED SILK, ARASHI SHIBORI
2 DAY WORKSHOP
Surface design on cloth by Wendy Smith-Wood
January 26th & 27th or February 9th & 10th
Time: 1:00pm to 5:00pm
Award winning fiber artist Wendy Smith-Wood is teaching the rare Japanese techniques from which her museum quality work is made. From beginner to intermediate. Arashi shibori is the Japanese art of tying silk on a pole and then applying dyes. When the silk is set and untied, texture and color are left in the scarf. This workshop is aimed at those who have no previous experience of tying or dyeing silk. Dye Safety and the basics of dyes and fibers will be covered. We will use predominantly silk, or protein fibers and acid dyes. We will learn how to use resist techniques (shibori) and concentrate on pole-tying (arashi shibori) to create color patterns and textures. This class is not prescriptive – I will follow the interests of the participants and include playful and interesting options according to class preferences. During the weekend students can purchase more silk items to work on, or bring their own silk fabrics or clothing to experiment on. FYI: Students will generally manage to produce 2-4 shibori items per day; some prolific individuals manage more.
Instructor: Wendy Smith-Wood
$325 members, $365 Non-members

Figurine 1 Day Workshop
Saturday, January 26th, 2013
Time: 10:00am to 3:30pm
Making a fabric sculpture allows complete freedom of expression in creating wonderful figurines that have their own individuality and presence. First a wire armature is constructed, ‘mummified’ and then ‘dressed’ and draped with fabric dipped into a fabric hardener. We guide you step by step to transform your armature into a unique sculpture (a lady, a golfer, an Angel….) Whether you are a beginner or advanced artist, you’ll love this Workshop! The only thing you need to bring is a pair of scissors and some plastic to transport your master piece. All other materials are included in the class fee. ** students can also bring embellishments, such as lace etc.
Instructor: Regine Dossche
$95 members, $125 Non-members

Basic Pine Needle Basket 1 Day Workshop
Wednesday
Time: 10:00am to 4:30pm (30 min sack lunch)
Session I 1/16/13 (one (1) day)
2/13/13 (one (1) day)
Session II 3/13/13 (one (1) day)
Come and have a great day weaving a sweet smelling vessel made from long-leaf Florida pine needles. This workshop is an introduction into coiled basketry. Teaching you how to form and shape your basket using a simple stitch. Learning the basics is a fundamental part in making a great basket. Once learned you can easily evolve into more advanced basket techniques. Your finished piece will be beautiful in its simplicity or add adornments, stones, shells etc. to decorate your piece or bring whatever you want. There is plenty of ’stuff’ provided. $15 supply fee paid to teacher prior to class. Handouts given Teens to Adults Up Beat Class!
Instructor: Barbara Loomas
$35 members, $65 non-members

Fused Glass Jewelry 1 Day Workshop
Fridays
Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm
January 18th • February 15th • March 15th • April 19th
Fused glass brooches and/or pendants. The pendants can be used as a focal point for a stand alone necklace or as part of a beaded necklace. This is a beginner class, no glass cutting experience is required. The students also would receive a quick overview of glass compatibility, design and the firing process. I provide all the materials and tools with a $25 supply fee.
Instructor: Beth Cox
$45 members, $75 non-members

Clay Throwing All Levels
Tuesdays 5:30pm to 7:30pm or Fridays 2:00pm to 5:00pm
Session I 1/8/13 – 2/12/13 (six (6) weeks) 1/4/13 – 2/15/13
Session II 3/5/13 – 4/9/13 (six (6) weeks) 3/8/13 – 4/12/13
So you want to know how to throw a pot on the potter’s wheel? Students will learn a complete understanding of the principles and techniques required to throw pots well. I will share my extensive knowledge and understanding of the ceramic process to help you become the potter you always wanted to be. Whether you are a beginner, intermediate or advanced, one-to-one instruction will be given to each student. No art experience is required. This class provides demonstrations, instruction and group discussions. Supplies are included in the class registration.
Instructor: John Schroeder
$150 members, $180 non-members

To register for any of these classes, fill out our registration form.

Calligraphy – Formal Italic
Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm to 8:00pm
1/17, 1/24 & 1/31/13 (Three (3) days only)
Characterized by its great dignity and simplicity, Formal Italic is a beautiful style to learn and can be used for many purposes, such as: quotations, poems, invitations, greeting cards, announcements, posters and awards. Supplies can be obtained from DK Art Supplies by the Lake Square Mall (352) 326-9555. Let them know you are taking Sandra Wright’s class (graph paper & calligraphic dual marker); please bring a ruler, pencil and note pad. Any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor at (352) 383-1264. This class is also a spin off in preparation of a new class being offered in March (Stretched Italic).
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$55 members, $85 non-members

Calligraphy – Terracotta
Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm to 8:00pm
2/21 & 2/28/13 (Two (2) days only)
Terracotta is a monoline type style using a Micro Pigma Pen. A simply delightful lettering style that is fun to create. Supplies: Graph Paper & Black Micron Pens… Sizes: 01, 02 & (03, optional) can be obtained from DK Art Supplies by the Lake Square Mall (352) 326-9555. Please bring a ruler, pencil, note pad and several sheets of bond or copy paper. Any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor at (352) 383-1264.
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$55 members, $85 non-members

Calligraphy – Akim Cursive
Thursday
Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
3/14/13 (One (1) day only)
Akim Cursive is a fun freehand monoline style. Once you learn the basic idea you can expand and create your own style along the way. Supplies: Graph Paper & Black Micron Pens… Sizes: 01, 02 & (03, optional). Can be obtained from DK Art Supplies by the Lake Square Mall (352) 326-9555. Please bring a ruler, pencil, note pad and several sheets of bond or copy paper. Any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor at (352) 383-1264.
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$45 members, $75 non-members

Calligraphy Stretched Italic
Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm to 8:00pm
3/21 & 3/28/13 (Two (2) days only)
This is a spin off from the Formal Italic class. Participants need to have basic knowledge of an Italic lettering style; so they are able to maneuver their pens smoothly. Please bring all your supplies: graph paper, ruler, pencil, note pad, etc. Please purchase the Parallel Pen(s), Sizes 3.8 & 2.4; which can be ordered online from John Neal Books and/or Paper Ink Arts. The pen comes in other sizes as well and it is up to you if you wish to purchase more than the required two. Any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor at (352) 383-1264.
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$55 members, $85 non-members

Calligraphy Style of Uncial
Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm to 8:00pm
4/18 & 4/25/13 (Two (2) days only)
The style Uncial, is a lower case lettering with a few variations. Uncial’s translation means “inch”, which depicts its unique size; a classic old century style modernized. Supplies can be obtained from DK Art Supplies by the Lake Square Mall (352) 326-9555. Let them know you are taking Sandra Wright’s class (graph paper & calligraphic dual marker); please bring a ruler, pencil and note pad. Any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor at (352) 383-1264.
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$55 members, $85 non-members

Creating Unique Greeting Cards
Thursdays
Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm
2/7/13 (One (1) day only)
3/7/13 (One (1) day only)
4/11/13 (One (1) day only)
Create Greeting Cards and Matching Envelopes from Wallpaper Sample Books. This very unique, fun and easy one-day class will make you a hit with family and friends. Don’t miss out!!! Limited seating, so Register Today. Please bring pencil, scissors, glue stick and ruler.
Instructor: Sandra Wright
$20 members & non-members

To register for any of these classes, fill out our registration form.

Foundation in Photography – Beginner
Tuesday
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Session I 1/15, 1/22 and 1/29 (three (3) weeks)
Session II 2/12, 2/19 and 2/26 (three (3) weeks)
Are you still using automatic settings on your camera? If so, then this class is for you! This introductory workshop is for beginners who would like to learn the basics of their digital camera. This course is for photographers just entering the digital camera realm as well as those who already have one foot in the digital door. Students will discover how cameras work and how to control their images and break free of the Automatic Settings. This course covers the following topics in an easy to follow, engaging power point format: Exposure, Aperture / f-stop, Shutter speed, Focal length, Composition, Depth of field, White balance, typical camera, settings and Lenses. Between sessions, home exercises will reaffirm the class principles making the student more proficient at the art of photography. No previous experience is required – just a willingness to learn. This class provides students with the basic knowledge to become comfortable with digital SLR cameras and gain more control over their images. Students are encouraged to bring a digital SLR camera and manual. This course does not cover digital manipulation or post processing of images. If your skills are more advanced, please send an email to wilsonphotographyfl@live.com to determine whether this course is appropriate for you.
Instructor: George Wilson
$75 Members, $115 Non-members

Developing Your Creative Photographic Vision – All Levels
Tuesday
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Session I 1/15, 1/22 and 1/29 (three (3) weeks)
Session II 2/12, 2/19 and 2/26 (three (3) weeks)
Yes – the creative, artistic side of photography can be learned! Just as a music student learns the principles of music to play guitar, you can learn to see creatively and to develop your photographic vision through sound principles of composition. You, the photographer, will begin to explore creative ways of seeing that will enable you to identify and capture great photographs. This course is not limited to the DSLR photographers, techniques in this course can be used by the camera phone user, the point and shoot as well as many advanced camera types. The technical aspects of photography will not be discussed in this class. This course does not cover digital manipulation or post processing of images. If your skills are more advanced, please send an email to wilsonphotographyfl@live.com to determine whether this course is appropriate for you.
Instructor: George Wilson
$75 Members, $115 Non-members

The Next Step in Digital Photography – Intermediate
Tuesday
Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Session II 3/5, 3/12 and 3/19 (three (3) weeks)
Now that you are free of the automatic mode, it is time to build on the foundation of the previous class. Building upon the skills and techniques gained in Foundation Course, you will explore the next steps in Digital Photography. What You Learn: The Foundations Course gave you the building blocks and Digital Photography, your next step is the glue will bind them all together. This course helps you think and see clearly as you work your way to becoming a more “deliberate” photographer. In this course you will learn about aperture compensation and specific techniques with your light-meter, manipulating the white balance for more dynamic results as well as flash and other methods for manipulating light. Discussions about composition will challenge to seek out your own creative compositions, while learning the difference between designing a great image and simply taking a picture. Considerations: You need to have an understanding of the basic principles of photography and be able to operate your DSLR on manual mode or have taken the Foundation in Photography Course. During this session you will address digital capture, image control, and boundless creative possibilities. This course is the second in a sequence of photography workshops, preparing students for further exploration in the next level of classes – Advanced Digital Photography. This course does not cover digital manipulation or post processing of images. If your skills are more advanced, please send an email to wilsonphotographyfl@live.com to determine whether this course is appropriate for you.
Instructor: George Wilson
$75 Members, $115 Non-members

To register for any of these classes, fill out our registration form.

Drawing Projects
Mondays
Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm
Session I
1/7/13 – 2/11/13     (six (6) weeks)
2/18/13 – 3/25/13    (six (6) weeks)
Session II     4/1/13 – 5/6/13      (six (6) weeks)
“Drawing Projects” will allow participants to create their own drawing endeavor utilizing basic elements of drawing in one or more of the following materials:  graphite, charcoal, colored pencil, pastel and oil pastel. Classes will begin with a discussion/critique session follow by exercises that emphasize various drawing elements and techniques. Students will then work on their projects with individual guidance from the instructor. The overall concentration will be on learning to transform your ideas onto paper with an appropriate usage of drawing tools and to find one’s personal preferences and style. Bring to first class: graphite, pencils, charcoal pencils, newsprint pad, drawing paper and ideas.
Instructor: Lucina Roark
$110 members, $140 non-members

Drawing Foundation
Mondays
Time: 1:30pm to 3:30pm
Session I   1/7/13 – 2/4/13     (six (6) weeks)
“Drawing Foundation” is where we begin the experience of learning how to draw. Basic drawing materials and techniques will be introduced in this course. Participants will explore a variety of tools such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils and chalk/oil pastel as well as various supports for drawings. We will study their usages and limits and learn ways of utilizing them in our artwork. Emphasis of the course will be getting to know your drawing tools and learn to draw what you see. Materials will be provided only for the first class. A list of supplies to acquire will be given at the end of class.
Instructor: Lucina Roark
$110 members, $140 non-members

Pastel Landscapes
Tuesdays
Time:   1:00pm to 3:30pm
Session I      1/8/13 – 2/12/13      (six (6) weeks)
Session II     3/5/13 – 4/9/13        (six (6) weeks)
Enjoy creating exciting landscapes filled with color.  Design and value are emphasized, along with the importance of technique. Basics are reviewed.  Many methods and different papers are explored.  Teaching you “how to see” is important.  Come join us in having fun with pastels.
Instructor:  Diane Graebner
$120 members, $150 non-members

Colored Pencils
Mondays
Time:   1:30pm to 4:00pm
Session I     1/7/13 – 2/4/13       (six (6) weeks)
Session II    3/4/13 – 4/8/13       (six (6) weeks)
This class is for beginners and intermediates desiring to learn to work with color pencils. This class will provide you with the opportunity to draw what you love in brilliant color! Colored pencils is dramatically different than drawing with graphite pencils. Students will be introduced to techniques, general concepts and tips on how to work well with colored pencils. Students will have the opportunity to focus on human or animal portraits, still life studies, and more.
Instructor:  Janet Hodson
$110 members, $140 non-members

To register for any of these classes, fill out our registration form.