Artisans Road Trip Exhibit at the Clear lake Art Center!

The Artisans Road Trip is exhibiting their works at the Clear lakes Art Center, in Clear Lake, Iowa from January 15th through February 28th.  

Although this is a 2014 showing, the A.R.T. artists are from the 2013 membership, but with many new works on exhibit!  The new 2014 membership will be determined through a jurying process later this month.  A.R.T. invites any interested artists to apply by visiting the web site and downloading the application form at - http://www.artisansroadtrip.com/2014-CallforEntry.pdf or by contacting one of the organization's members to have a form mailed to them, by calling 712 732-6286!  Its not too late to get in on the action and excitement of the 2014 Artisans Road Trip experience!

To find out more about the A.R.T. showing at the Clear Lakes Art Center, contact the center at 641-357-1998.  The Center's hours are 10 am to 5 pm, Tuesday through Saturday, and is located at 17 South 4th Street in Clear Lake!

Happy New Year from A.R.T.!

The artists of the Artisans Road Trip would like to wish everyone out there a very Happy and Prosperous NEW YEAR! 

Be sure and watch this blog and check out the A.R.T. web site often throughout the year for A.R.T. exhibits and events!  And if you are an artist (or may know one) that would like to participate in the 2014 Artisans Road Trip - be sure and download the application from the website at the following link - http://www.artisansroadtrip.com/2014-CallforEntry.pdf or call or e-mail one of the A.R.T. members listed on our website's information page - http://www.artisansroadtrip.com/ataglance.htm
and they can mail an application to you!

See you in the New Year!

Artisans Road Trip Looking forward to 2014!

The Artisans Road Trip is ramping up to prepare for its 2nd decade in 2014!  Since its beginning back in 2004, the A.R.T. has been bringing the best artists in the region to the public's eye and creating opportunities for area and regional exhibits, and opening many artist's studios to everyone taking in the event when it culminates every October.  This coming season - A.R.T. 2014 will hold its October event during the "second" weekend of October; a change from the first weekend due to large event conflicts that have taken place in recent years.

And, as in every year at this time, A.R.T. is putting out the welcome mat for new and past artists to join in for the 2014!  Artists are encouraged to download the application for the Call for Entry at - http://www.artisansroadtrip.com/2014-CallforEntry.pdf  If an applicant does not have access to the internet, or just desires more information, they can call 712 732-6286.

The Artisans Road Trip is looking forward to bringing more of the great art and art events to NW Iowa in 2014 - we hope you can join us throughout the year ahead!

2013 A.R.T. Artists at the Invitational Exhibit "Wood & Metal"

Arts on Grand in Spencer, Iowa is now presenting a special invitational exhibit titled "Wood & Metal" which will run through November 23rd.

 View kinetic sculptures 

"Wind Time, When Time Is Controlled By The Wind" and "Do We Care, We Do Care"

in the video above - ©William Lieb

 A.R.T. member artist William Lieb is exhibiting five wood wall reliefs and five steel sculptures plus models of two large public sculptures in this event. The actual full-size public sculptures are on display four blocks south of Arts on Grand in the new Clay County Heritage Center's exterior courtyard. They are titled "Wind Time, When Time Is Controlled By The Wind" and "Do We Care, We Do Care". (These can be viewed in the video above)

Works ©Perry Polson and ©Marisa Sidles

A.R.T. members Perry Polson and Marisa Sidles are also represented in the Wood & Metal exhibit along with six other artists. A reception is planned for Thursday, November 7th from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Arts on Grand.

Thank you for visiting artists and exhibits of the 2013 Artisans Road trip - stop by again soon!

2013 A.R.T. - Joanne Alberda - "Tales from Heaven and Earth" Exhibit

"Black Galaxy" 

artwork - ©Joanne Alberda

Activities continue for artists of the 2013 Artisans Road Trip!  Remember - just because the "road trip" part of the 2013 A.R.T. is past, doesn't mean the 2013 A.R.T. events and activities are over!  We still have exhibits at the Pearson Lakes Art Center at Okoboji, Iowa and one that has just ended at Spencer Iowa's Arts on Grand, and yet another coming up in the next couple months at the Clear lake Art Center - more on that at a later time.

A new event coming up for 2013 A.R.T. Sioux Center, Iowa artist Joanne Alberda, is at Northwestern College!  The new exhibition opens on Oct. 28 and runs until Nov. 15.  "Tales from Heaven and Earth", an exhibition of fabric artwork will be on display in Northwestern College's Te Paske Gallery.  A public reception is scheduled for Friday, November 1 at 7 p.m.

Thanks for checking in with the artists and activities of the 2013 Artisans Road Trip!  We have much more going on - be sure and check back soon!

“Tales from Heaven and Earth,” an exhibit of fabric artwork by Joanne Alberda of Sioux Center, will be on display in Northwestern College’s Te Paske Gallery Oct. 28 through Nov. 15. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. - See more at: http://www.nwciowa.edu/news/press/3513/fabric-artist-to-display-work-at-northwestern#sthash.ULo31kgv.dpuf

“Tales from Heaven and Earth,” an exhibit of fabric artwork by Joanne Alberda of Sioux Center, will be on display in Northwestern College’s Te Paske Gallery Oct. 28 through Nov. 15. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. - See more at: http://www.nwciowa.edu/news/press/3513/fabric-artist-to-display-work-at-northwestern#sthash.ULo31kgv.dpuf

“Tales from Heaven and Earth,” an exhibit of fabric artwork by Joanne Alberda of Sioux Center, will be on display in Northwestern College’s Te Paske Gallery Oct. 28 through Nov. 15. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. - See more at: http://www.nwciowa.edu/news/press/3513/fabric-artist-to-display-work-at-northwestern#sthash.ULo31kgv.dpuf

“Tales from Heaven and Earth,” an exhibit of fabric artwork by Joanne Alberda of Sioux Center, will be on display in Northwestern College’s Te Paske Gallery Oct. 28 through Nov. 15. A public reception is scheduled for Friday, Nov. 1, at 7 p.m. - See more at: http://www.nwciowa.edu/news/press/3513/fabric-artist-to-display-work-at-northwestern#sthash.ULo31kgv.dpuf

2013 A.R.T. Artist Anita K. Plucker - Reflections: That Time, That Place

 

"Adaptation - Bullfrog"

color pencil drawing - ©Anita K. Plucker

 

From Terril, Iowa, Anita K. Plucker, nicknamed Katie, recently retired - finally enabling her to become a full-time artist and to continue her love to teach by conducting workshops throughout the Midwest.  Anita has been a popular art instructor for many art organizations, including the Amana Arts Guild, the Pearson Lakes Art Center, Arts on Grand, A Piece of Work, the Blanden and others.  She is a member of area arts councils and arts committees, a participant in the Artisans Road Trip event, is a member of the Transparent Watercolor Society, a signature member of the Iowa Watercolor Society and a charter member of the Colored Pencil Society of America.  

 

 

 "From my Kayak - Color on Minnewashta" 

watercolor painting -  ©Anita K. Plucker

Anita's watercolor paintings and colored pencil drawings reflect her life in the upper Midwest - rural landscapes. waterscapes, architecture indicative to this area. Currently her inspiration and focus for her work are the designs, the patterning created as nature and man play with the surface of the land and water. The bulk of her work has been created from photos taken while kayaking, one of her favorite ways to get up close with nature. Anita's approach to her artwork is realistic and her style ranges from loose flowing brushstrokes to tightly controlled detail. She looks for spatial relationship with the subject matter and loves to simulate surface texture.

 

"My Ducks In A Row"

 watercolor painting -  ©Anita K. Plucker

The Pearson Lakes Art Center will exhibit her work, titled Reflections: That Time, That Place, October 24th through December 31st, in the Weaver Lobby and McIlrath Landing Galleries of the center. Meet the artist at the Opening Reception, Thursday, October 24, 5-7 p.m., with an Artist Talk at 6 p.m. 

 

Thank You! Watch A.R.T. Through the Rest of the Year!

Wow, its been a week since the big weekend for the 2013 Artisans Road trip - time sure flies by when you're having fun doesn't it!  The artists participating in this year's activities want to take a moment to say "Thank You" to everyone we had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with, old friends and new acquaintances alike!

But the Artisans Road Trip activities actually last all year - year round!  Don't forget to take advantage of the A.R.T. exhibit showing at Arts on Grand in Spencer through October 26th, and the A.R.T. exhibit at the Pearson Lakes Art Center clear up through December 7th!

The artists of A.R.T. also keep busy throughout the year with their own exhibits and shows - right now you can see 2013 A.R.T. artist Dave Strom up at Worthington, Minnesota in the Nobles County Art Center.  The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. this Sunday (October 13). The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

We'll try and bring you all the news and updates here for all the artists of the 2013 Artisans Road Trip and A.R.T. activities - check back again soon, and thank you for supporting the artists of our region!

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.

The opening reception for Strom’s exhibit, which he calls “D. Strom: The Search Never Ends,” will be from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Nobles County Art Center, located on the lower level of the War Memorial Building (Nobles County Library), 407 12th St., Worthington. The exhibit continues through October. Hours are 2 to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For more information, phone 372-7245; or email noblearts@knology.net.