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Opening Reception For The Carolyn Chambliss Photography Exhibit

2012-01-30T09:53:00.000-06:00

Opening Reception for Carolyn Chambliss’ “Celebrating 25 Years of Photography”

The East Texas Regional Arts Center in Jasper, TX is proud to exhibit photography by Carolyn Chambliss, “Celebrating 25 Years of Photography”. The opening reception will be at the Arts Center on Saturday, February 4, 2012 from 2pm-4pm and will run through February 29, 2012. The Center is located at 364 N Austin, Jasper. Admission is free and the public is invited. Call 409-384-2404 or 409-489-9460 for more information.

ETAL's February "Coffee House" Gathering

2012-01-28T12:30:00.001-06:00

Remember The ETAL “Coffee House” Gathering: Monday February 6th at 6pm

The ETAL February “Coffee House” gathering will be held Monday, February 6th beginning at 6 pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center. A brief business meeting will be held at 5:30 for members. Bring your music, poetry, books, etc. as well as your favorite dish and join the fun. Open to the public young and old.

ETAL January 2012 Monthly Meeting

2011-12-29T09:15:00.001-06:00

ETAL January 2012 League Meeting, Monday, January 9th, 6 pm.
The January 2012 monthly meeting will be a “Coffee House” event. Bring your favorite musical instrument, poem, or book. We will gather at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. Bring your favorite dish with some friends and join the fun.

ETAL 3-in-1 Event Saturday, December 3rd

2011-11-28T15:09:00.001-06:00

Remember the December monthly meeting, Christmas party, and “Think Small” reception Saturday, December 3rd, 2-4 pm at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. Bring your favorite dish with some friends and join the fun.

Opening Reception for the "Danny and Janet Clements:Abtract and Figurative" Exhibit

2011-10-05T08:33:00.002-05:00

The opening reception for the “Danny and Janet Clements: Abstract and Figurative” exhibit will be held Saturday, October 8, 2011 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, Jasper, TX from 2pm-4pm. It will run through November 12, 2011.

The Chester, TX husband and wife team will display both 2 and 3 dimensional works ranging from total abstract to representational figurative. The East Texas Art League is proud to present this collection of work by these two excellant East Texas regional artists.

The East Texas Art League owns and operates the Arts Center. The Center is located at 364 N Austin and hours are Wed-Fri 10am-4pm, Sat. 10am-2pm. The public is invited and admission is free. Please call 409-384-2404 or 409-489-9460 for more information.

ETAL September Monthly Meeting

2011-08-27T12:35:00.001-05:00

Remember ETAL Monthly Meeting: Monday September 12th, 6pm

The September monthly meeting will be held Monday, September 12th, 6 pm at the Arts Center. The program will be a preview of the 1st annual “Christmas in the Park” community event sponsored by the City. This event will take place Saturday, November 26th from 11am -7pm at the City Park. The East Texas Art League has committed to painting “Holiday Photo Boards”. Bring your paint brushes and wear painting clothes so we can begin this project. Bring your favorite dish and socialize-work with an enjoyable group of people.

ETAL's 3-D Only Exhibit

2011-07-09T12:44:00.001-05:00

ETAL’s First 3-D Exhibit Will Open August 6, 2011

The East Texas Regional Arts Center in Jasper, TX will open its first 3 dimensional only exhibit Saturday, August 6, 2011 with a reception at the Center from 2pm-4pm. This exhibit is open to all artists but only 3 dimensional works will be accepted. Entry fees apply. Works should be brought to the Arts Center at 364 N Austin, Jasper on Wednesday August 3rd or Thursday August 4th. Call 409-384-2404 or 409-489-9460 for details.

ETAL 2011 Three Dimensional Show

2011-05-22T09:42:00.002-05:00

ATTENTION ARTISTS: ETAL’s first 3 dimensional show is scheduled for August6-Sept15. Create, create, create for this coming event. Contact the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX, 409-384-2404 or 409-489-9460 for details.

ETAL Monthly Meeting June 6th, 2011

2011-05-22T09:38:00.001-05:00

ETAL monthly Meeting Monday, June 6th
Remember the June monthly meeting Monday night, June 6th, 6 pm at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. Susan Humphrey will demonstrate how she accomplishes her beautiful mosaic sculptures. This is also election night for your Board of Directors for 2011-12. Bring your favorite dish and some friends and join the fun.

ETAL 2011 Summer Art Camp

2011-05-22T09:25:00.002-05:00

The East Texas Art League will conduct their 2011 Summer Art Camp June 7 – 10 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center. Children 6-16 are eligible. Cost is $40/child which includes most supplies. Contact us at 409-384-2404 or 409-489-9460 for details or an application. The Arts Center is located at 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX.

ETAL May Monthly Meeting

2011-04-30T11:37:00.001-05:00

May’s ETAL Monthly Meeting: Monday May 2nd, 6pm

The May monthly meeting will be held Monday, May 2nd at 6 pm at the Arts Center.
The program will be provided by JHS librarian-Becky Wilson. Her presentation will be entitled “Artsy Crafts”. She creates works of art using recycled books, bottles, etc. Bring your favorite dish and several friends and come socialize with an enjoyable group of people.

Opening Reception for "Spring-Signs of Faith" Exhibit

2011-03-27T12:23:00.001-05:00

The opening reception for the “Spring-Signs of Faith Exhibit” will be Saturday, April 2, 2011 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, Jasper, TX from 2pm-4pm. It will run through May 25, 2011.

Being an open exhibit it will show case both 2 and 3 dimensional works by some of the finest artists in the East Texas-Louisiana region.

Monthly Meeting Monday, March 7th

2011-03-05T19:06:00.001-06:00

The March monthly meeting will be held Monday night, March 7th, 6 pm at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, Tx. Jean Humphrey will demonstrate how she works pastels on black canson paper. Bring your favorite dish and some friends and join the fun.

Patty Davis One Woman Exhibit

2011-02-19T13:19:00.001-06:00

Patty Davis will hold a one woman show entitled “Patty’s Colors: Watercolor, Acrylic, Collage” February 26th to March 26th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, Jasper, TX. The opening reception will be held Saturday, February 26th from 2pm-4pm. The public is invited to see the works of this gifted Huntsville, Texas artist.

The event is presented by The East Texas Art League who owns and operates The East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N Austin St., Jasper, TX. The Arts Center is open Wed-Fri from 10am-4pm and Saturday 10am-2pm. All events are open to the public with free admission. Please call 409-384-2404 for additional information.

February Monthly Meeting Monday, February 7th, 6pm

2011-02-02T11:15:00.001-06:00

Remember February’s ETAL Monthly Meeting: Monday February 7th, 6pm

The February monthly meeting will be held Monday, February 7th at 6 pm at the Arts Center. The program will be provided by fellow member Richard Clower. His presentation will be entitled “Water: Current Update on Status of Water Conservation at Dam B”. Richard has been actively involved in East Texas water conservation for several years and was responsible for having a regional meeting of The Texas Conservation Alliance at the Arts Center in 2005. This is an opportunity to educate yourself in the battle over water rights in the East Texas region and specifically Dam B. Bring your favorite dish and several friends and come socialize with an enjoyable group of people.

Opening Reception: 11th Annual ETAL Membership Exhibit"

2011-01-09T14:30:00.001-06:00

The opening reception for the “11th Annual East Texas Art League Membership Exhibit”, will be Saturday, January 15, 2011, at the East Texas Regional Arts Center in Jasper, TX from 2pm-4pm. The exhibit will run through February 23, 2011.

This exhibit will show case both 2 and 3 dimensional works by some of the finest artists in the East Texas-Louisiana region.

The exhibit is presented by the East Texas Art League who owns and operates the Arts Center. The Center is located at 364 N Austin, Jasper, and TX. Hours are Wed-Fri 10am-4pm and Sat. 10am-2pm. The public is invited and admission is free. Please call 409-384-2404 for more information.

ETAL January Monthly Meeting

2010-12-23T15:03:00.001-06:00

Remember January’s ETAL Monthly Meeting: Monday January 10th

The January monthly meeting will be held Monday, January 10th at 6 pm at the Arts Center. The program will be provided by Jeanie Binder. Her presentation will be entitled “Beading: New and Old”. Jeanie is the president of ETAL and has been creating the beautiful jewelry that so many people have purchased in the Arts Center Gift Shop. Bring your favorite dish and several friends and come socialize with an enjoyable group of people.

ETAL Christmas Gathering: A Special Program

2010-11-30T08:02:00.002-06:00

The monthly East Texas Art League meeting and Christmas gathering will begin at 6 pm, Monday, Dec 6th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. The program will be two fold: A book signing and brief synopsis by local and regional authors William Seale, Richard Donovan, Adrian Van Dillen, Sherry Craven, Jerry Craven, March Coffield, and a Christmas carol presentation by the Jasper High School group “Second Design”. Come join us for the fun. Bring your favorite dish and a friend. For more information call 409-489-9460.

Opening Reception for Fowler-Hopkins Exhibit

2010-10-27T12:36:00.001-05:00

Opening Reception for the Jo Fowler and Lavon Hopkins Exhibit

The opening reception for “Selected Works By Jo Fowler and Lavon Hopkins” will be Saturday, November 20th 2010, 2pm-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. It will run through December 23rd . Jo, from Newton, and Lavon, from Zavalla, are regional artists who work in oils. They both have been painting for many years and have been recognized in many regional competitions. The Arts Center is fortunate to have these two artists’ work together in one exhibition. The public is invited and admission is free. Arts Center hours are Wed-Fri 10am-4pm and Sat. 10am-2pm.

ETAL Monthly Meeting, November 1st, 6 pm

2010-10-27T09:21:00.002-05:00

ETAL MONTHLY MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1ST

The next East Texas Art League monthly meeting will be Monday, November 1st. The meeting begins at 6 pm at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. Mike Lang will present a program on how to use wood creatively. Mike, a long time Jasper artesian, will present a very informative program. Bring your favorite dish as well as a friend or two and enjoy this fun, informative social event.

ETAL Monthly Meeting October 4, 2010

2010-09-30T15:40:00.001-05:00

The monthly East Texas Art League meeting will begin at 6 pm, Monday, October 4th, at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. Monthly meetings are scheduled for the 1st Monday of each month except for holidays. The program will be a demonstration by Jasper, TX artist Pat Tatum. Pat is a well known regional artist who has worked in pastels for many years. She will demonstrate her technique for developing abstract arrangements using pure pigment and watercolor. Come join us for the fun. Bring your favorite dish and a friend.

Opening Reception for Dennis Ford and Pat Tatum's Exhibit

2010-09-17T15:03:00.003-05:00

Dennis Ford and Pat Tatum will hold a one man-one woman show entitled “Artistic Expressions In Wood and Paper” September 25th to November 13th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, Jasper, TX. The opening reception will be held Saturday, September 25th from 2pm-4pm. The public is invited to see the works of these two talented East Texas artists. Admission is free.

ETAL Monthly Meeting September 13, 2010

2010-08-22T14:00:00.002-05:00

The monthly East Texas Art League meeting will begin at 6 pm, Monday, September 13th, at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. The program will be a demonstration by Newton, TX artist Jo Fowler. Jo is a well known regional artist who has worked and taught oils for many years. Her expert use of color and composition placed on a canvas with a painterly style has earned her awards through out the area. Come join us and bring your favorite dish and a friend.

Summer Blowout Exhibit Extended

2010-08-15T11:47:00.001-05:00

The Summer Blowout Sale exhibit has been extended until September 11, 2010. The event has again been a sales success. Because of sales, space has become available. Artists should contact the Arts Center about hanging additional work. New hours at the Center are Wed-Fri, 10am-4pm, Saturday 10am-2pm. Contact us at 409-384-2404 or 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. for details.

August 2, 2010 East Texas Art League Meeting

2010-07-25T12:23:00.002-05:00

The August 2, 2010 Art League meeting will begin at 6 pm at the Arts Center, 364 N Austin, Jasper, TX. The program will be a demonstration by nationally recognized pastelist Bonnie Williams of Brookeland, Tx. Bonnie is a signature member of The Pastel Society of America, The Pastel Society of the Southwest, The Degas Pastel Society, The Lone Star Pastel Society, and The Pastel Society of New Mexico. She is represented by Sunset Gallery in Amarillo, Tx. Come join us and bring your favorite dish and a friend.

Summer Art Sale!

2010-07-21T09:36:00.001-05:00

The East Texas Arts Center is having their "3rd Annual Summer Art Sale”. The show begins Saturday, July 3rd and runs through July 31st. This show presents works in different media by local and regional artists at reasonable prices. The Center is located at 364 N Austin , Jasper, TX. Hours are Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturdays from 10am-2pm. For information call the Center at 409-384-2404.

Call for Artists – 3rd Annual Summer Art Sale July 3rd-31st

2010-05-30T17:20:00.000-05:00

Attention artists – time to clean out your studios and make room to create new artwork! It’s the Summer Art Sale!
Bring your artwork to the Arts Center June 29th or 30th from 10am to 5pm. There is no entry fee, but the Art League does get a 30% commission on all sales. Work must be clean and ready to hang. Write down an inventory of the work you are bringing including prices. Also securely attach a label to the back of each piece with your name, the title of the work, inventory number (from your list) and the price. Unframed work for the bins must be properly bagged and priced. For more information please call the Arts Center at (409) 384-2404.

Kid's Art Camp in June

2010-05-20T20:36:00.000-05:00

The East Texas Art League will hold a Kid’s Art Camp, June 8-9-10-11 from 10am to 3pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. The camp is open to children ages 6-15 year old and the cost is $45 per child, class supplies are included. Each student should bring a sack lunch each day, drinks and treats may be purchased from the League. Space is limited so please call 409-384-2404 to register or if you need more information.

Tiger Landry Exhibit Opens Sat. May 15

2010-05-12T11:21:00.000-05:00

The East Texas Art League will present an exhibit featuring works by Beaumont artist, Tiger Landry, from May 15 through June 26th. The exhibit will open with a public reception for the artist to be held Saturday, May 15th from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St. in Jasper.

The Arts Center is open to the public Tues-Friday from 10am-5pm and Sat. 10am to 2pm. There is no admission charge. Please call 409-384-2404 for more information

Photography Exhibit Opens April 3rd

2010-03-17T12:38:00.000-05:00

The East Texas Art League is pleased to present a fine art photography exhibit featuring four very talented Texas photographers: Jerry Craven of Temple; Sam Keith of Warren and Colorado; Robert Stringer of Jasper, and Ken Weaver of Woodville and Colorado. The exhibit will open with a public reception for the photographers to be held Saturday, April 3rd from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St. in Jasper. The photographs will be on display until May 8th.

“This is the first professional photography exhibition we have had at the Arts Center,” said gallery director Tina Barrow. “Each photographer is highly skilled and has a unique style. It promises to be a wonderful show and we’d like to invite the community to the reception to meet the artists and view their work.”

The Arts Center is open to the public Tues-Friday from 10am-5pm and Sat. 10am to 2pm. There is no admission charge. Please call 409-384-2404 for more information.

ETAL Membership Show Winners Announced

2010-02-18T20:56:00.001-06:00

The East Texas Art League Membership Show opened Sat Feb 13 with artist Joyce Fuller judging the entries. Fuller, who holds a BFA from Lamar University, has been involved in artwork for over 50 years. “This is an excellent show,” said Fuller. “I was impressed by the variety of high quality artwork presented and that made it an interesting exhibit to judge.”

The following artists were awarded ribbons:
Best of Show: Mary Jane Cole, collage, entitled “Something Quite Peculiar”
First Place: Jean Humphrey, pastel, entitled “Bethany”
Second Place: Stan Bohan, metal sculpture, entitled “Concealed by Nature, Found by Me”
Third Place: Annie Orchard, mixed media, entitled “Dark Man”
Honorable Mentions: Alice Powell, watercolor, entitled “Tickling the Ivories”;
Steve Crain, mixed media, entitled Chrysalis;
Danny Clements, aluminum and fiberglass, entitled Bar Series #5;
Dennis Ford, turned pecan bowl entitled “Spalted”;
Rebecca Nelson, mixed media sculpture entitled “Fly Fishman & Muse”.

This exhibit will be on display through March 27 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin in Jasper. The public is cordially invited to stop by and view the artwork by these talented local artists. There is no admission charge. The Arts Center is open Tues-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10 am – 2 pm. Please call (409) 384-2404 for more information.

ETAL Membership Show Announcement & Call for Artists

2010-01-30T11:24:00.003-06:00

The East Texas Art League will present its 2010 Membership Show beginning with an opening reception, Saturday, Feb. 13 from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St in Jasper. The public is invited to attend. The exhibit will run through March 27th. The Art League always welcomes new members and patrons. Artists wishing to exhibit should contact the Arts Center at 409-384-2404 for more information; entries are due by 5pm, Wed. Feb. 10th.

January Exhibit: "Jeanette Moyer: Retrospective"

2009-12-22T14:47:00.002-06:00

The East Texas Art League is pleased to present a special exhibit by one of the top artists in the East Texas area: “Jeanette Moyer: Retrospective”. Moyer has been an artist for over 60 years and this exhibit will present examples of her work over the span of her creative career. The opening reception will be held Saturday, January 9, from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St in Jasper. . The exhibit will be on view through February 6th. The public is invited to attend, please call 409-384-2404 for more information.

"12x12" Exhibit Kicks Off ETAL Fundraiser

2009-11-11T15:46:00.006-06:00

Shown is a painting by artist James Black. It's just one of the paintings that will be available during the holiday season at the East Texas Regional Arts Center.

The East Texas Art League will kick off a special fundraising art exhibit entitled “12x12” on Friday, Nov. 20 with an invitation only reception at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St in Jasper. The exhibit will open to the public on Saturday, Nov 21 from 10am to 2pm; and will be on view through Dec. 18th. This exhibit is underwritten by the Milam Street Gallery in Jasper and the Ampersand Art Supply Co. of Austin, TX. The Ampersand Company donated 50 special twelve inch square panels which were distributed to area artists to use in their creations. These original works of art will be available for sale and silent auction and all proceeds go to The East Texas Art League, a 501-3c non-profit organization that works to promote the arts in the East Texas area. For exhibit hours and more information please call (409) 384-2404.

Now showing: TJ Arts Homeschool Art Exhibit

2009-09-18T10:56:00.002-05:00

From now until Sept 25, please stop by the Arts Center and view the work of Tommy and Jean Humphrey's talented students, ages 5-12. Under the Humphrey's guidance the students have produced high quality paintings, drawings and ceramics. This is not an ordinary "student" art show, so don't miss it!

Coming in October: Portrait and Figurative Exhibit

2009-09-18T10:54:00.002-05:00

During the month of October, the East Texas Art League will present a new exhibit called "Portrait and Figurative" at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. The public is invited to the opening reception Saturday, October 3rd from 2-4pm. The exhibit will remain on view through Friday, Nov. 6th.

Artists wishing to submit work for this exhibit should contact the Arts Center for a prospectus. All artwork must be submitted to the Arts Center by 4:00pm on Sept 30th. For more information, please call 409-384-2404.

"Out of the Box" Winners

2009-08-19T12:27:00.002-05:00

Jasper artist Patricia D. Tatum was awarded the Best of Show ribbon at the East Texas Art League's latest exhibit “Out of the Box” which is now showing at the East Texas Regional Art Center in Jasper. The exhibit’s theme of abstract and non-representation art attracted over 40 entries from all over the East Texas region and was judged by Greg Busceme from the Art Studio in Beaumont. Busceme stated that Tatum’s monotype entitled “Tribute to Paul Serusier” really caught his eye and he recognized Tatum’s work as that of an experienced, knowledgeable artist. “Her use of color and design is outstanding. In fact, I’m really impressed with the overall quality of the show – the East Texas region obviously has a lot of talent,” said Buseceme.

Other winners were:
First place: Albert Faggard, oil, entitled “So”.
Second place: Alice Powell, watercolor, entitled “Journey Homeward”.
Third place: Stan Bohan, wood sculpture, entitled: “St. Sebastian”.
Honorable mention: Louise Townsend, watercolor entitled “Analogous”.
Jeanette Moyer was awarded two honorable mention ribbons for her watercolor paintings:
“A New Beginning” and “Space”.

“Out of the Box” will be on view Tues- Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat 10am to 2pm. through Sept 9th at the Arts Center located at 364 N. Austin St in Jasper TX. There is no admission charge and the public is always welcome to stop by. Please call (409) 384-2404 for more information.

ETAL goes "Out of the Box"

2009-07-31T11:17:00.005-05:00

The East Texas Art League will present a slightly different type of art exhibit for the month of August at the East Texas Regional Arts Center.

"We are presenting an exhibit of abstract and non-representational art - something a little different from our regular exhibits. We have some outstanding artists in this area, and this gives them the opportunity to exhibit a little different type of artwork. Already we have had entries from the Lufkin and Beaumont areas. Our judge for the exhibit is Greg Busceme from the Art Studio in Beaumont. We hope folks will enjoy seeing artwork that is a little "Out of the Box." said Art League President Alice Powell.

The public is invited to attend the opening exhibit on Saturday August 8th. from 2-4pm.

Happy Campers

2009-06-29T11:42:00.002-05:00

As these smiling faces show, the recent Kid's Art Camp at the East Texas Regional Arts Center was a big success with over 20 children attending the four day camp. ETAC would like to thank the sponsors and instructors who helped make the camp possible. The sponsors were Dennis and Linda Ford; Barrow Insurance Agency; Marc and Jen Miranda; Thomas and Jeannie Binder. The children were instructed by Calvin Carter and Tina Barrow, with assistance from Alice Powell and Carissa Cloudy.

"Wildlife Art" and "In the Shadow of Julian Onderdonk" Exhibits

2009-04-18T16:48:00.003-05:00

Don’t miss this: Our May exhibits promise to be outstanding. Four very talented artists will be showing wildlife themed artwork. These artists are: Calvin Carter, Albert Faggard, Jo Fowler and Tommy Humphrey.

Calvin Carter and Albert Faggard have recently had exhibits at the Museum of Southeast Texas. Tommy Humphrey is a highly regarded wildlife artist who has had work accepted in the Federal Duck Stamp Competition. Jo Fowler is a well-known artist and outstanding art instructor in the region.

Plus, Jo Fowler is adding something special to this event. In conjunction with the Onderdonk exhibit at the Stark Museum of Art in Orange Texas, she has organized "In the Shadow of Julian Onderdonk". For this exhibit, Fowler challenged her adult students to study the works of Master Landscape Artist Julian Onderdonk and as part of their classroom study, reproduce his paintings. Onderdonk was an American Impressionist who is often referred to as the Father of Texas Painting. These adult students researched his work and visited the Onderdonk exhibit currently at the Stark Museum. This is not an ordinary student exhibit, these “students” are accomplished painters - and Jo Fowler is an excellent teacher.

Be sure to stop by and see the May exhibit at the Arts Center! Our local radio station, KJAS, is scheduled to do a remote broadcast from the Art Center for the opening reception on Saturday, May 9th from 2-4pm.

Note: The Julian Onderdonk exhibit at the Stark Museum of Art is on view through May 24, at 712 Green Ave in Orange, TX call 409-886-2787 for more info.

Alice Powell Solo Exhibit: Actuated by Emotion

2009-03-20T16:08:00.000-05:00

The East Texas Art League will present Alice Powell's solo exhibit: "Actuated by Emotion" April 4th through May 5th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. The public is invited to the opening reception Saturday, April 4 from 2-4pm at the Arts Center.
"Alice Powell is an outstanding water media artist and instructor. She has just completed a successful exhibit at the Beaumont Art League and we are pleased to have her exhibit her work here at the Arts Center," said East Texas Art League President Tina Barrow. Also on exhibit will be selected drawings from the "After the Masters" unit from Powell's design and watercolor class.
The Arts Center is open Wednesday through Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturdays by appt. All Arts Center exhibits are free and open to the public and visitors are always welcome. Please call (409) 384-2404 for more information.

Spring Classes at the Arts Center

2009-02-26T21:01:00.003-06:00

Unless otherwise stated, all classes are held at the Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. (409) 384-2404

Alice Powell—Watercolor and other media.
Every Thursday from 10am to 2pm. Drop in class—fee per session is $20. Alice will do a brief demo and/or instruction period, present a project, then help individuals as needed. This is a fun and informal way to work with other artists in a casual atmosphere.

Carol Gilchirst—Pastel Class
Tuesday March 10– April 7th from 1-4pm. All levels. General subject matter.
Class fees: $75 for members, $80 for non-members. Call the Arts Center to sign up.

Jean Humphrey—Pastel Portrait Class
Friday March 13-April 17th from 1-4pm. All levels.
Class fees: $75 for members, $80 for non-members. Call the Arts Center to sign up.

Proposed classes:
The following instructors are ready to teach classes if enough students are interested. Date and times have not been set. Call the Arts Center to get your name on the “interested” list so you may be contacted when details are arranged. There is no obligation.

Jeannie Binder—Beading and Jewelry Design
Sylvia Holmes—Fused Glass Jewelry
Dianna Donell—Batik

Coming this summer:
Calvin Carter– Life Drawing

Exhibits and Activities at the Arts Center

2009-02-26T20:57:00.002-06:00

Now through March 31st. ETAL 6th Annual Membership Show.
Exhibiting members should pick up their artwork April 1st by 5pm.

April 4th—May 5th: Alice Powell– solo exhibit: “Actuated by Emotion”
Opening reception: April 4th from 2-4 pm

May 9th –June 5th: Wildlife Art Exhibit. Featuring work by local and regional wildlife artists: Tommy Humphrey, Albert Faggard, and Calvin Carter. Opening reception: May 9th from 2-4 pm

ETAL Activities:

Monday April 6, 6pm. Business Meeting. Announcement of Nominating Committee members. Discussion of upcoming elections.

Monday May 4th at 6pm. Business meeting and ELECTIONS.

ETAL Membership Show Opens

2009-02-20T10:50:00.003-06:00

The 6th Annual East Texas Art League Membership Show opened Feb 14 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center. Included in the exhibit are thirty five works of art submitted by local and regional artists. Artist Albert Faggard served as judge of the show and commented that it was one of the best shows he had judged. “The League should be proud to have so many talented members,” Faggard stated. “Any of the entries could have been chosen as the top winners. It was hard to make a choice.” Faggard gave an interesting talk to the reception guests and discussed his winning choices and how he analyzed the artwork.

The exhibit winners are:
Best of Show ($35 gift certificate) Carol Gilchrist, pastel ,“Aspens IV” (shown in photo receiving her award from ETAL President Tina Barrow)
First Place Tommy Humphrey, acrylic, “’08 Federal Entry”
Second Place Bonnie Williams, pastel, “De Chelly”
Third Place Barbara Richert, pastel ,“Italian Vegetables”
Honorable mentions:
Steve Crain, mixed media, “Fragments with Smooth Stones”
Dennis Ford, pecan wood turning, “Forgotten”
Ruth Martin pastel “Molten Color of Fall”
Lynette Brice, pastel, “Claudia”
Jeanette Moyer, watercolor, “Back Bay”
Judge’s Choice Jo Fowler, oil, “Reflections”

The exhibit will be on display through March 31st. Admission is free and the public is always welcome to stop by the East Texas Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St in Jasper, open Wed-Fri. 10am to 5pm and Sat 10am to 2pm. Please call (409) 384-2404 for more information.

The League would like to say a special thank you to Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff in North Carolina for donating prizes and to Albert Faggard for judging the show. Faggard is currently exhibiting his work “Ike, Passages and Memories” at the the Art Museum of Southeast Texas now through May 3.

ETAL Annual Membership Show

2009-01-30T09:19:00.000-06:00

The East Texas Art League announces its Annual Membership Show February 14th thru March 31st. The opening reception will be held Saturday, Feb 14th from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. The public is invited to attend this free event.
Artists interested in submitting work must be ETAL members. President Tina Barrow says that new members are always welcome and interested artists may join at the time of submitting art work. Entry fees apply. Please contact the art league at (409) 384-2404 for more information.
The Arts Center is open Wed-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat. from 10am-2pm.

January Events at the Arts Center

2008-12-18T14:28:00.003-06:00

The East Texas Art League will meet Monday, Jan. 5 at 6:30pm. Prospective members and guests are welcome.

A new exhibit begins Jan 10th - Feb 7th, 2009: "Calvin Carter and Friends" featuring works on canvas and paper by Calvin Carter plus selected works by Carter's art students at West Sabine ISD. Carter, who is a former student of Jerry Newman, is an accomplished artist and teacher in his own right and recently had an exhibit at the Art Museum of Southeast Texas. The opening reception will be held Sat. Jan. 10th from 2-4pm. In addition to an opportunity to visit with the exhibiting artists, local author Katie Moak will hold a book signing during this reception. The public is invited to attend this free event.

The featured artist of the month at the Arts Center is pastel artist, Jean Humphrey. Humphrey is a well known local artist and instructor. Humphrey's work will be on display in the Arts Center classroom through the month of January.

The Arts Center is located at 364 N. Austin St in Jasper, Texas. Phone 409.384.2404 for more details about this or any other event at the Arts Center. The Center will be closed Dec. 20-Jan 6th. and will resume normal hours beginning Jan 7th. when we will be open Wed-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10am to 2pm.

Upcoming events at ETAC

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Please note: New winter hours for the East Texas Arts Center, now open Wed-Friday 10am to 5pm.
The Arts Center will be closed for the holidays Dec 24 through Jan 5th.

Now through the holidays: The East Texas Arts Center is selling hand decorated Christmas ornaments as a fund raiser. Stop by the Arts Center at 364 N. Austin St in Jasper to select yours. They are reasonably priced at $5 and up and make great gifts or keepsakes.

Think Small Show and Sale - November 15th - December 23rd. Opening reception will be Saturday November 15th from 2-4pm at the Arts Center. Featuring affordable art - perfect for gift giving!

ETAL Meeting, Monday, December 1st. At 6pm. Christmas Potluck, bring a dish to pass and can goods to donate to Jasper Share.

Special Holiday Event - Saturday, December 6 from 11am-2pm. Author Katie Moak, will hold a reading and book signing at the Arts Center. Her popular book “Napoleon and the Hurricane” (illustrated by Stephen Adams) is a fun book for young and old alike. The reading will begin at 12 noon.

Be sure to visit the gift shop at the Arts Center for your holiday shopping. We have outstanding art, crafts, and books by local authors available.

Pastel Painting Demo and Talk by Artist Susan Ogilvie

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(Please note location of this event is NOT at the Arts Center)

The East Texas Art League will host nationally known artist, Susan Ogilvie for a pastel painting demonstration on Wednesday, Oct 22 at 6:30pm at the Women's Civic Club Building, 156 N. Milam St. in Jasper. The public is invited to attend this special fundraising event for the East Texas Art League. Suggested donation is $10 at the door. Call (409) 384-2404 for more information.

Ogilvie is in town to teach a workshop and artists are coming from across the country to attend. Several local pastel artists will also attend and are excited to be able to learn from her. “We are thrilled to have this opportunity to study with Susan Ogilvie, “ said local artist Susan Cornell, “her work is outstanding. We hope artists and non-artists alike will come to the demo to watch her demonstrate her skills and see her approach to painting. It's an exciting opportunity to watch a world class artist create a beautiful work of art starting from a blank canvas.” Ogilvie’s colorful landscapes have been shown across the USA and are in a number of major American collections. She is a signature member of the Pastel Society of America and her work has been published in major art magazine and North Light Books. For more information about the artist, visit: www.susanogilvie.com

In conjunction with the Ogilvie visit, an exhibit entitled “Strictly Pastel” is on display now through Nov. 11^th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. This exhibit features works by local and regional pastel artists. . Free and open to the public, the Arts Center hours are Tues-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10am to 2pm.

"Strictly Pastel" art exhibits opens with book signing and reading by local author Alene Dunn

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The East Texas Art League will present a new art exhibit: "Strictly Pastel" beginning Friday Oct. 3rd. through November 11th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St in Jasper. During the opening of the exhibit on Friday, Oct 3rd, the League will host local author, Alene Dunn for a book signing and reading from 12 noon until 2 pm with the reading beginning at 1 pm.. Dunn is the author of "Red Dirt and Sand Hill Stories", a collection short stories about living in East Texas. "We are honored to host Ms. Dunn and have her read from her latest book," said League President Tina Barrow. " We are pleased that this event coincides with the opening of one of our top exhibits, "Strictly Pastel". We would like to invite everyone to come to the Arts Center to enjoy the artwork and meet a talented local author."Artists wishing to submit work for the "Strictly Pastel" exhibit should try to do so by Wed. Oct. 1st by 5 pm if possible. Due to the hurricane, some late entries will be accepted, please call the Art Center at (409) 384-2404 for additional details. The Arts Center is open Tues-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Sat. from 10am to 2pm.

New Date for STAMP CAMP

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Reschedule for Saturday, Sept 27th:
As a fundraiser for the organization, the East Texas Art League will hold a
holiday card workshop called "Stamp Camp" taught by Kim Meineke. The
workshop will be held at the Arts Center on Saturday, September 27 from
10am to 3pm. The public is invited. The cost is $25 which includes
instruction and materials to make five cards. Call the Arts Center
before Sept 25th to register or for more information: (409) 384-2404.

Rescheduled Events at the East Texas Regional Arts Center

2008-09-18T18:29:00.002-05:00

Due to Hurricane Ike, the following events have been rescheduled:

The "Stamp Camp" holiday card making workshop previously scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 20 has been temporarily postponed. Please watch for future announcements as to a new date and time.

The TJ Arts Homeschool Student Exhibit opening reception that was schedule for last Sunday has been rescheduled for this Sunday, Sept 21 from 2-4pm. The exhibit is hung and looks great. Please attend and support these young artists. The public is invited.

Thankfully, the Arts Center was not damaged by Hurricane Ike and is now open at its usual time, Tues-Friday from 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. For more information please call (409) 384-2404.

The East Texas Art League would like to thank all the volunteers who helped secure the building and the art work from the hurricane. We truly appreciate your help!

Don't miss the 4th Annual TJ Arts Homeschool Student Art Exhibit

2008-09-06T14:12:00.002-05:00

The opening reception for the 4th annual TJ Arts Homeschool Student Art Exhibit will held Sunday, September 14th from 2 - 4pm. at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St. in Jasper. This special exhibit will be on display at the Arts Center until September 27th. Local art instructors Tommy and Jean Humphrey will present work by their home schooled students. The public is invited to come and view the outstanding art work created by these talented young people - this is not an ordinary student show! For more information, please call the Arts Center at (409) 384-2404.

ETAL Meeting for Sept and STAMP CAMP!

2008-08-28T21:51:00.001-05:00

The East Texas Art League will meet Monday, September 8 at 6:00pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St in Jasper. Kim Meineke will give a demo on how to make holiday cards using stamping and other techniques. The public is invited to attend.

As a fundraiser for the organization, the Art League will also hold a holiday card workshop called "Stamp Camp" taught by Meineke The workshop will be held at the Arts Center on Saturday, September 20 from 10am to 3pm. The public is invited. The cost is $25 which includes instruction and materials to make five cards. Call the Arts Center before Sept 18 to register or for more information: (409) 384-2404.

New Exhibit and Interview: Two Women - Two Perspectives

2008-07-28T16:13:00.002-05:00

Mother and daughter artists, Jeanette Nichols and Tina Barrow will hold a two woman show entitled “Two Women - Two Perspectives” August 2 to Sept 10th at the East Texas Regional Arts Center. The opening reception will be Saturday August 2nd from 2 - 4pm. ETAC News asked the artists to talk about their backgrounds and their art. Here are their responses.

Please tell us a little about yourselves:
Jeanette: I was born in Houston, Texas. I lived and attended school in Highlands and Pasadena, Texas. After finishing school I married and raised three wonderful children. After raising my family I decided it was time to devote myself to art again.
Tina: I was born and raised in Houston, Texas and attended school in the Sheldon School District. I later attended the University of Houston at night while working. I have three great kids. I moved here in 1992 after visiting family in the area for several years.

When did each of you begin painting and what influenced you to start making art?
Jeanette: As I child I became very ill at an early age. I wasn’t able to run and play with the other children so I began drawing and was soon consumed with the desire to create. I always wanted to be a dress designer. I loved making clothes for my paper dolls. I also made patterns for my own clothes and then mother would sew them. I later became a very skilled seamstress.
Tina: I began as early as I could hold a crayon I suppose. My mother began teaching me about perspective and lessons on portraiture at a fairly young age. I just felt really lucky. She was always painting, drawing or making things. The house was decorated with her oil paintings, old furniture she re-upholstered to look like new, hand made Christmas ornaments. It was a very creative environment to grow up in. Later I met my junior high school art teacher, Judith Haney. I loved going to her class. It was then that I began to find my own identity. I began to see myself as an artist. I never forgot her and recently we became reacquainted. Now as a grown women and fellow artists, we have become great friends.

How have you influence or helped one another as mother/daughter artists?
Jeanette: While raising my children I was always creating, but when my husband and I divorced I found myself in a world I knew nothing about. For several years my art was lost to me. When I wanted to get back to it I had lost all confidence and it was my daughter who pushed me and gave me the courage to try. She inspires me in so many ways. Not only is she my daughter, but my best friend as well.
Tina: I certainly recognize that in my case it was an inherited talent which goes back generations. I always saw my mother as being one of the most talented people I knew even when she didn’t see it herself. Her grandfather who was born and raised in Czechoslovakia was an artist who painted murals and backdrops
for local plays. Her brothers both exhibited talent, one as a cartoonist and the other with more technical drawing skills. I feel creativity is a gift and shouldn’t be taken for granted.

What is your favorite medium and why?
Jeanette: It used to be drawing, then I thought it was pastel, but I really think it is oils. I love the way the paint flows with the stroke of the brush and the brilliant colors. With oils you can make the colors as vivid as you want or dull them down as you need to.
Tina: I don’t have a favorite medium at this point, but I’m currently working a lot in oils and I’m really enjoying it.

Is there any special way you choose the subject or themes of your work?
Jeanette: Life can be so chaotic. In my paintings, I like to evoke a sense of peace and calm as well as beauty. Even in a storm, as in some recent paintings, there is simplicity and a feeling that someone is in control and that makes me feel good.
Tina: Well, I work in the studio from my own photographs for the most part, but it really depends on what I’m inspired by at the time. I love doing figurative work, paintings that tell stories, some expressionistic and architectural. I shot a lot of film on a road trip a few years ago and the pieces for this exhibit were inspired not only for my love of architecture but also line, pattern and form.

What advise would you like to give to a beginning artist?
Jeanette: Be confident because that is what my instructor told me. Believe in yourself.
Tina: First of all, just go for it. What do you have to lose by trying? If you don’t try you have already lost, because you’ll never know what you could have done.

July meeting and other dates

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Don't forget to attend the next East Texas Art League meeting at the Arts Center - Monday, July 14th at 6pm (the meeting was delayed one week because of the 4th of July holiday weekend.) Alice Powell will demo the Art of Gyotaku or Japanese fish printing. Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? Come and see how she does it - so bring a friend and we will see you there!

Please note, there will be no ETAL monthly meeting in August - but be sure to attend the opening reception for the exhibition: "Two Women - Two Perspectives" on Sat. August 2nd from 2-4pm at the Arts Center, 364 N. Austin St, Jasper, TX.

There will be a regular meeting of ETAL on Monday, Sept 8th at 6pm.

Hope you are having a great summer - stay cool!

JULY ART BLOW OUT!!

2008-06-18T13:58:00.008-05:00

EAST TEXAS ART LEAGUE SHOW & SALE

FEATURING ALL TYPES OF ARTWORK - BIG AND SMALL
HERE'S YOUR CHANCE TO PURCHASE FANTASTIC ART AT
BARGAIN PRICES.
THIS ONCE A YEAR EVENT WILL BE HELD
JULY 4TH - 29TH
AT THE EAST TEXAS REGIONAL ARTS CENTER
364 N. AUSTIN ST IN JASPER.
OPEN TUES-FRI. 10AM - 5PM
SAT 10AM-2PM
PHONE: (409) 384-2404

ATTENTION ARTISTS - THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO SELL YOUR ART! Big, small, framed, or matted and packaged - it doesn’t matter - just price it to sell and bring your art to the Center on Wednesday, July 2nd by 5pm. There is no entry fee to submit work but the Art League will take a 30% sales commission on any work sold. Please pick up work July 30th by 5pm.

New Exhibit: "June in June" plus an interview with the artist.

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The East Texas Art League announces its latest exhibit: “June in June”. This one woman exhibition will feature work by Colmesneil mixed media and watercolor artist, June Reid. The opening reception will be held Saturday, June 7th. 2-4pm. at the East Texas Regional Arts Center 364 North Austin Street, Jasper, Texas 75951. This exhibit will run through July 1st. Don’t miss this opportunity to view work by one of the area’s most talented artists.

The East Texas Regional Arts Center is open Tuesday -Friday 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10 am to 2pm. All events are open to the public and there is no charge for admission. We cordially welcome visitors and prospective members. For more information call 409-384-2404.

June Reid has had a gallery and studio in Colmesneil TX for over 15 years. Ms Reid is a member of Watercolor Art Society Houston (WASH), and Nacogdoches Art League in Nacogdoches. She is a charter member of the Tyler County Art League (TCAL) and a former member of the Beaumont Art League. In addition to participating in many local and regional exhibitions, Ms. Reid has, been a long time participant in the Glenwood

Springs Art Guild Exhibition held each September

in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. ETAC News recently talked with June Reid about her art. Here is what she had to say:

How long have you been involved in art and how did you get started painting?

I first began painting in the 1970’s when I lived in Houston and took a class in oil painting. I began painting in watercolor when I started working with Lois Sturrock and the Lake Artists after we moved to the East Texas area in 1980. The Lake Artists is a group of artists who meet once a week to paint and study together. Some members have come and gone but we still meet every week at my gallery.

What is your favorite medium and why?

I really like watercolor. Even though I started painting in oils, I always wanted to paint in watercolor and once I started, I didn’t want to quit - I prefer it to oil. I also like to work in colored pencils or a combination of media. I especially enjoy doing small quick studies.

Is there any special way you choose your subject matter?

I enjoy painting natural things like flowers and landscapes. I don’t really have a particular criteria for choosing a subject, when I see something that appeals to me, I paint it.

What are some of the things that influence your art?

I have always had a creative streak and enjoy all types of creative work from crafts to fine art. I think I’ve tried nearly everything from ceramics to embroidery – but I settled on painting. I simply enjoy creating. I have a lot of books I use as study material, and get inspiration from them.

Do you have a favorite instructor or artist you look to for inspiration?

I particularly like the work of watercolorist Jan Kuntz and the way she paints flowers. I don’t have a formal degree in art, but I’ve attended lots of workshops – some as far away as Hawaii - I’ve studied with several different instructors such as local artist Reese Kennedy in Nacogdoches and nationally known artists Zoltan Szabo and Ann Templeton.

What advice would you like to give someone just beginning to paint or draw?

Have confidence. People start out drawing or painting and think “oh I can’t do this,” but you can if you stick with it. You will improve if you have the desire and the determination to keep with it. Don’t give up.

Everyone is invited to the opening reception of “June in June” Saturday, June 7th form 2-4pm and the exhibit will continue at the Arts Center through July 1st. You can see more of June Reid’s work at the June Reid Fine Art Gallery, 4525 North Hwy 69. in Colmesneil, Texas.

May Events at the Arts Center

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The next meeting of the East Texas Art League will be Monday, May 5th, at 6pm. at the Arts Center. We will be voting for positions on the Board of Directors so be sure to be there.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: If you plan on entering work in the "Images of Texas" exhibit, be sure to bring your artwork to the Arts Center Wed. May 7th by 5pm. Entry fees apply. Call (409) 384-2404 if you need more information.

COME ONE - COME ALL: The opening reception for "Images of Texas" will be Saturday May 10th from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 N. Austin. in Jasper, TX. The public is invited to attend this free event. Bring a guest and we hope to see you there!
"Images of Texas" celebrates Texans, Texas landscapes, flora, fauna, and the Texas experience through art. This exhibit will feature work for show and sale by local and regional artists and will run through June 3rd. Gallery hours are Tues-Fri. 10am to 5pm and Sat. 10am to 2pm. Closed Sundays and Mondays.

New Exhibit: "Artistic Journey" plus An Interview with the Artists.

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Exhibit information: "Artistic Journey: Art Quilts by Carole Wise and Watercolors by Bill Wise"
The opening reception will be held Saturday, April 5^th from 2-6pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin Street, Jasper Texas. The public is invited to attend. Regular exhibit hours are April 8th through May 7th, Tuesday-Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 2pm. Closed Sunday and Monday. There is no admission charge.

Don't miss this - it is sure to be an outstanding show!

Interview with Bill and Carole Wise
Bill and Carole Wise have been together 50 years and have had a life long journey together. Beginning with the opening reception on April 5th, the Arts Center will present evidence of their latest journey: “Artistic Journey”. This exhibit of Bill’s watercolors and Carole’s art quilts promises to be a very special event.

Recently I asked Bill and Carole about their lives together and the influences on their respective art forms.

Please tell us a little about your backgrounds:

Bill grew up in Central Texas met Carole, a native of Virginia when the Army stationed him in Washington DC. They married in 1958 and moved to Austin Texas where Bill attended the University of Texas, graduating in 1971 with a BFA. After graduation Bill went to work as an illustrator for a Texas state agency. After retirement, Bill focused on developing his own style in watercolor and had shows in galleries in and around Austin.

During their early years together, Carole was busy with working and also being a full time mom. When their children had grown and retirement arrived for her, she turned her attention to making quilts. In 2003 the Wises moved to Jasper to escape city life and in 2005 they opened the Wise Art Gallery to showcase their work. They found that watercolor paintings and handmade art quilts complimented one another. They have since closed the gallery and now work from their home doing commission work.

What are some of the influences on your respective work?

Bill admires the watercolor style and work of Australian native Robert Wade and also British watercolorist, Ron Ranson.

Carole has had extensive experience in sewing and handwork and remembers being inspired by her grandmother’s quilting and sewing abilities. For 13 years, Carole ran a preschool with a creativity-oriented curriculum. Both she and Bill worked with the children and it was here she developed her love of color and how colors interplay with one another. Carole only began making quilts six years ago when she started making personally designed quilts for her family. Non-traditional quilts have always intrigued Carole and she works as a colorist enjoying the effect colors have on one another in her designs.

What do you find most appealing about your chosen medium?

Bill came to paint in watercolor as much by necessity as desire. He is allergic to some of the chemicals found in oil and acrylic media. He loves the transparency and sparkle of watercolor – it is like no other medium.

Carole loves the tactile quality of quilts as well as working with color and design. She enjoys working with the huge variety of fabrics now available and save every small bit so she can find just the right piece. She finds making non-traditional quilts to be very satisfying and loves to take a traditional design and “tweak” it so it becomes personal and unique.

What advice would you like to give someone starting out in watercolor or fiber arts?

Bill urges new watercolorists to read books, take classes and work, work, work. Paint a little every day if you can. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes – if you keep working you can work with your mistakes.

Carole says while it’s important to strive for good craftsmanship in fiber arts, don’t worry about perfection. Don’t be intimidated by “traditional” style quilts but learn to develop find your own style.

Spring: Signs of Faith Exhibit

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The opening reception for the "Spring: Signs of Faith" exhibit will be Saturday March 8th from 2-4 pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center. The exhibit will be on display until April 2nd. This show features images associated with spring renewal and inspiration. The exhibit is free and open to the public - visitors are always welcome.
The Arts Center is located at 364 North Austin St. in Jasper, Texas. For more information call: 409-384-2404.

March ETAL meeting date

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The next meeting of the East Texas Art League will be Monday, March 3rd at 6pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St. in Jasper, Texas. For more information call: 409-384-2404. Prospective members and guests are always welcome. Hope to see you there!

Reminder: New Exhibit and February Meeting Dates

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The 2008 East Texas Art League Membership Show opens Saturday, Feb. 2^nd with a reception from 2-4pm at the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin St, in Jasper, Texas. The exhibit is open to the public and will run through Wed. March 5^th. The Art League invites you to stop by and view the artwork created by the talented artists of the East Texas area. The Arts Center is open Tues-Friday from 10am to 5pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm. (closed Mondays)

The next meeting of the East Texas Art League will be Monday Feb 4 at 6pm at the Arts Center. Prospective members and guests are always welcome. Hope to see you there!

An Interview with Jean and Tommy Humphrey

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In addition to being very active members of the League and strong supporters of the Art Center, Jean and Tommy Humphrey also run a wonderful art program for home-schooled students called TJ Arts Home School. Although TJ Arts Home School is a private business that rents classroom space from the Art Center, the Home School Program sometimes coordinates projects and activities with the League and the Center. These activities help support the operation of the Arts Center and increase visitor traffic. TJ Arts Home School has a student exhibition at the Center every year. If you have attended, you have seen how successful Jean and Tommy are in guiding these talented students. I interviewed Jean and Tommy about how they came to teach this program.

ETAL members are familiar with your work and know you are both accomplished artists and educators, would you please give us a little information on your respective artistic backgrounds? We both have been artistically inclined all our lives. Tommy has a BS in graphic design and an MEd and has taught art at the high school level for 33 years. Jean has college hours but has developed her skills through many workshops and a burning passion for art. She taught at a private school in the Dallas area for several years.

What first gave you the idea to start a home school arts program? It was Jean's idea. She enjoys working with young people and knew there was a need in this area.

Can you tell us about the home school arts program itself? We teach ages 5-17. Tommy is responsible for the curriculum, attendance records, and finances. Jean is responsible for everything else. Our curriculum is based on the public school requirements of the Texas State Board of Education. We do not teach any art history because we feel parents and the Home School Association can handle that area. What is more difficult for parents to handle is the teaching of hands on artistic skills. Jean teaches the 5-12 age group the Elements of Design and Principles of Arrangement. Tommy teaches the 13-17 ages. We really emphasize the elements and principles of art in all projects. For instance, we teach colors schemes by requiring the students to develop paintings based on each of the 5 color schemes. Students create color wheels and value scales and must employ this knowledge when they choose colors that match a certain color scheme and are required to only use those few colors. Students learn the language of art by doing the same subject using different color schemes. An entirely different feeling is achieved in each painting. Since we feel strongly about teaching a fine arts based curriculum, what we do not have is a project oriented curriculum or crafts course.

Students learn drawing and arrangement skills. Some projects are based on nothing but the Principles of Arrangement. (Abstract design) We do give them experience with the 3rd dimension by allowing them to work in ceramic clay. Fortunately clay is cheap and very forgiving.

How many students do you currently have? We currently have 36 students total enrolled - 16 in the morning session and 20 in the afternoon.

What is the most rewarding thing about teaching your students? No matter what you teach it is always the same "seeing that light turn on".

Jean and Tommy’s website is:

http://www.humphreycrow-art.com/

2008 Exhibit Schedule at the East Texas Regional Arts Center and Call to Artists

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March 2008 - Spring: Sign of Faith

Opening reception will be Saturday, March 8^th from 2-4 pm at the Arts Center. The show will run through Wednesday, April 2^nd. This show is open to all artists. Submission deadline is 5 pm. Thursday March 6^th.

Entry fees apply. Members may submit 1 work for $10: 2 works for $15 total; 3 works for $25 total.

Non-members may submit one work for $15; two works for $25 or three works for $35.

Work can be picked up April 3^rd & 4^th. 10 am to 5 pm.

April 2008 – Artistic Journey: Art Quilts by Carol Wise and Watercolors by Bill Wise

Members Carol and Bill Wise showcase their respective talents in this highly anticipated exhibit. The opening reception will be Saturday, April 5^th from 2-4 pm at the Arts Center. This show runs through May 7^th.

May 2008 – Images of Texas

Celebrating the Texas landscape, Texans, Texas flora and fauna and the Texas experience through art. The opening reception will be Saturday, May 10^th from 2-4 pm. This show runs through June 4^th. Open to all artists. Entry fees apply. For a prospectus please call the Arts Center (409) 384-2404.

June 2008 – June in June

Paintings by June Reid. Opening reception will be Saturday, June 7^th from 2-4 pm. Watch for future announcements about this exhibit featuring one of the area’s most talented artists.

Get ready to "Think Small"....

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Upcoming in the Austin Street Gallery at the Arts Center:

The 2^nd Annual “Think Small” Exhibit and Sale.

Entries will be accepted from October 29^th thru November 1 at the Arts Center, 364 North Austin Street in Jasper Texas. In keeping with the “Think Small” theme, entries should be no larger than 252 square inches in size, including frame. The entry fees are as follows: 1-2 entries for $10; 3-4 entries for $15; 5-6 entries for $25. For more information contact The Arts Center (409) 384-2424.

The “Think Small” opening reception will be November 3, from 2-4pm at the Austin Street Gallery. The show will run through December 29^th. This show is fast becoming a local favorite and provides a great opportunity to purchase some wonderful art for holiday gifts. We hope to see you there! The Austin Street Gallery is located in the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin Street in Jasper, Texas.

Interview with Margo Roll

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Artist Margo Roll’s one woman show is now on display through October 19th at the Austin Street Gallery, located in the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin Street in Jasper.

I recently had the pleasure of talking with Margo Roll about who and what has influenced her art. Here are her responses:

You mentioned in your artist’s talk at the opening of your show that because of your husband's being in the military, you have traveled quite a bit. Where are some of the places you have lived? Did travel influence your art? If so, how? Who were some of the artists or teachers who most influenced your work?

My husband's military duty stations were all in the states except for our tour in Panama. I studied with several professional artists in New Jersey, Michigan, and while visiting in Louisiana.

We've traveled from one side of the country to the other and from the North to the South. I always carry my camera for reference work. There are so many wonderful places to see. I lived up in the UP of Michigan at an Air Force base while my husband was in Vietnam and John Heath was the first professional artist I studied under. I learned a lot of techniques in landscapes with him.

Right there in Jasper I studied with Ronnie Wells doing watercolors. He really instilled in me the desire to paint in watercolor. I've also studied with Dalhart Windberg, which was a really wonderful experience. I attended a weeklong workshop with Jack Hines, a western painter and his wife Jessica Zemnisky, who paints children in pastel.

What brought you to Jasper?

As mentioned above, I came to Jasper years ago to study with Ronnie Wells but it's just been the last few years that I have exhibited my work here. A friend of mine, another artist named Misty Martin, encouraged me to come and show Roy James my portfolio. I started out in the little gallery around the corner and started coming to the Art League meetings once a month.

When did you first become interested in art?

I started drawing as a very young child on any piece of paper I could find and I remember smelling the oil paint my godmother used to paint on glasses, which led me to start painting with a friend when I was in the 7th grade.

What is your favorite art medium?

I really like all mediums and it just depends on the subject I'm going to paint and the mood I'm in. I enjoy doing detailed pencil drawings and pen and ink as well. Lately I've been doing a lot of watercolors.

Considering your own experience, what advice would you like to give to a young or beginning artist?

My advice to a young or beginning artist is if the desire is there go for it, try different mediums and different types of subject matter until you find what you like best, and practice and don't get discouraged. Enjoy it most of all.

Coming in 2008....

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The East Texas Art League is pleased to host a workshop by internationally known pastel artist Susan Ogilvie. The workshop will be held October 20-24, 2008 at the East Texas Regional Arts Center in Jasper Texas.

For more information about this workshop, please visit the Art League homepage:

http://www.easttexasartleague.org/workshops.html

To find out more about Susan Ogilvie, visit her homepage at: http://www.susanogilvie.com/

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to visit the scenic Texas Forest Country and study with a talented pastel artist!

Margo Roll Exhibit and Sale Opens Sept. 22, 2007

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The opening reception for Margo Roll's latest exhibit: "Welcome to My World" will be held Sept 22, 2-4 pm. at the Austin Street Gallery located in the East Texas Regional Arts Center, 364 North Austin Street in Jasper TX. The exhibition and sale runs Sept 22nd thru Oct 20th. Gallery hours are Tues-Friday 10 am to 5 pm and Saturday 10 am to 2 pm. There is no admission charge and the public is invited to stop by and view this outstanding show.