Mark
your calendar for November 3rd - 4th, 2012 10am-5pm for the FALL MISSISSIPPI RIVER VALLEY
ART DRIVE. Join artists within 100 miles of the Mississippi River along the river valley for a fun filled weekend
of art. You are invited into their homes, private studios, art functions and galleries to see where the creations
originate and take shape. View the work of more than 400 artists at 40+ sites, 2 days, twice each year in
the Mississippi River Valley.
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Within this
website you will find a Weekly Blog listing current art events throughout the Mississippi River Valley. Other pages include:
artists photo gallery, a directory of all art locations organized by region with links to their web-pages,
a list of art galleries and home based art studios participating in the Spring and the Fall Art Drives with a corresponding
map, (the annual Spring MRVAD drive is the weekend before Mother's Day and Fall drive is the first weekend in November), there
is also a printable map, a journal of the day trips taken by Diane and Rhonda, as well as an "in the news"
listing of recent articles about MRVAD drives, artists and activitites. The "Join the Directory" page
is an application form for artists and art galleries wishing to be included in this website and map listings.
Please feel free to share this site with your friends and family.
ART EVENTS CALENDAR: TO AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT CALL AHEAD TO CONFIRM
DATES AND TIMES. 2012 MAY Through June 3, 2012 The Muscatine Art Center The Kaddish Series: Prints by Mauricio
Lasansky In response to the recent death of internationally known master printmaker, Mauricio Lasansky, the Muscatine
Art Center will host an exhibition of his art from the permanent collectin entitled, "The Kaddish Series" . May 1, 2012 deadline- extended To reserve a spot or receive more information, go to www.leftbankartleague.org Wednesday, August 22: Watercolors
with Bonnie Jones She has a unique approach to painting on rice
paper. Cost: $60 per Left Bank Art League Member, $65
per non memberThursday—Saturday, August 23-25: Watercolors with Tom Jones Tom Jones taught a class last year in August through the Left Bank Art League and the attendees enjoyed and learned
so much, they are bringing him back again this year. These are the comments received from last year's attendees:
He teaches several techniques; He teaches with beginners, intermediates as well as accomplished artists in mind; We finished
a painting a day; It was a full day, every day, 9am to 5 pm; He is so generous with his time, talents and materials;
He provided some signed prints; He is fun to learn from; I am attending again as he will teach new techniques Tom’s
$160 for the three days for Left Bank Art League Members, $170 for non members
May 4 - 19, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Sacred Art Exhibition: an exhibition of works about
and inspired by spirituality
May 4 - June, 2012 Outside the Lines Art Gallery (MRVAD MEMBER) Will host an artist’s reception to celebrate new work by Gordon
Kellenberger and Tom Kelly. This show will be on display in the gallery’s featured artist space through June, 2012.
The reception is free open to the public. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages are offered. Amana, Iowa artist, Gordon Kellenberger draws
inspiration from that which he knows best: the landscape of the upper Midwest region, offering an endless variety of changing
light, color and countryside. He simplifies his subjects and infuses them with bright and fresh colors. The resulting
intensity and richness convey his delight in painting and desire to express “something good about rural life.” Kellenberger’s
pastel on paper paintings begin as a simple, solid sketch with a strong focal point with patterns and shapes that are repeated
throughout the arrangement. He places warm colors against cool, soft edges against sharp edges, and organic against geometric
shapes. The familiar features that emerge are vividly colored compositions pared to their basic forms; vibrant landscapes
that he hopes will give the viewer an experience that is “familiar in a new way.” Paired with Gordon Kellenberger’s paintings
are the folk art carvings and paintings of Mineral Point artist, Tom Kelly. They will capture your attention, your imagination,
your sense of humor, and then your heart. Kelly was destined to become an artist. Fond memories of walking through
the woods with his grandmother as they gathered plants for dying her hand-spun wool established his lifelong love affair with
color. Kelly’s bright palette is playful and innocent. Expect to find sheep flying through a starry
sky, trilling birds perched atop an assortment of iconic objects such as strawberries, pears, houses, pigs and onions. His
trademark images will pull you into his canvas and take you on adventures you thought you’d left to your childhood.During April, May and June, Galena, Illinois artist, Beth Bird will be the
featured artist at the NICC Downtown Center for Professional Development located at 6th and Main Streets.
She will be exhibiting her series of hand painted etchings that tell the story of Hans Christian Anderson’s, The
Ballad of the Red Shoes. This is only the second time the entire series has been shown in Dubuque. This exhibit
is available for viewing during regular school hours and will be available through the end of June, 2012. Contact the
gallery for more information. Bird’s hand painted etchings and giclée reproductions of The Ballad of the
Red Shoes as well as her other works are available for sale through the gallery. Outside the Lines Art Gallery
is located at 409 Bluff Street in historic Cable Car Square. Featuring the art of local and near-regional artists, the gallery
offers fine art, jewelry, ceramics, and sculpture and more. Business consultations, installations and private showings
are available. The gallery offers a wish list program and bridal registry for gift giving. GALLERY HOURS are Monday
through Saturday: 10 – 5, January through May. For more information please call: 563-583-9343, or visit their
website: www.otlag.com. May 12 & 13, 2012 Beaux Arts
Spring Fair Figge Plaza Davenport, IA Many MRVAD members showing their art, go to www.BeauxArtsFair.com for a listing and map!
May 18, 19, 20, 2012 Quilt Show- Hankies, Houses & Holiday Bishop Hill, Illinois www.bishophill.com
May 19, 2012 Main Avenue Craft Show Clinton, IA
May 20th - June 30th, 2012 DeWitt, IA (MRVAD MEMBER) Diane Michele Volrath DeWitt Opera House Theater Photography showing "From Around the World" www.cupandgallery.com
Thursday, May 24: Henri Matisse: Early in life using Fauvism style creates beautiful interiors,
rapturous color images, and oases of pleasure. Later he turns to brilliant cutouts with joyous dancing figure. Matisse becomes
the world's major sensual colorist. Enjoy the background for The Open Window, The Lady with the Hat, Dance I, Dance II,
and The Moorish Screen. The Wonderful World of Color offers a break from the dull days of winter. If you want more
information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Carol Ehlers or Katy Doherty, please call Katy Doherty at (563)
263-8282 or e-mail kdorty@ci.muscatine.ia.us. Please include images for March 22 Renoir program on the following page if possible.
Muscatine Art Center 1314 Mulberry Avenue Muscatine, IA 5276 (563) 263-8282 Contact: Katy Doherty FOR IMMEDIATE RELAEASE Telephone:
(563) 263-8282 Email: kdorty@ci.muscatine.ia.us
May 25 - June 23, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic
Art Center, 114
E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Joanne Goudie Memorial, an exhibition celebrating the
life and work of Joanne Goudie.
May 26 - 27, 2012 St. Charles, IL St. Charles Fine Art Show 2012,
St. Charles, IL The St. Charles Fine Art Show is presented by the Downtown St. Charles Partnership, an Illinois
Main Street revitalization group. Organized and run by volunteers, the show is held along the banks of the Fox River in the
scenic downtown district of St. Charles, Illinois. The award-winning, highly regarded show features the work of 100 juried
artists in various mediums including watercolor, oil, sculpture, photography, jewelry, ceramics, fiber, wood and glass, which
are exhibited and available for sale during the event. http://www.dtown.org/events/fine_art_show.asp
June . June 1, 2012 Deadline As part of the East-West Riverfest celebration of arts, culture and heritage in the
Quad Cities, Sept. 7-16, 2012, the Rock Island Public Library will host a showing of river-themed art in the Main Library’s
2nd’Floor art rotunda during September. The Main Library is located at 401 19th Street, Rock Island.
This is a non-juried show, open to creators of the visual arts, including paintings, sculpture and textile- works. There is
no cost to enter. The Rock Island Library art committee reserves the right to decline submissions that are not appropriate
for the gallery area. Work must be framed, mounted or otherwise prepared for hanging on the hooks available. Display
walls and display cases are available. No modification of the library facility will be permitted for the installation of art.
·Artists are responsible for hanging their own
work, during library hours, at mutually-agreeable time. The space will be available after the Jasper/Knanishu art exhibit
is removed, most likely around August 30. We would like the show to be available for viewing by Sept. 5. The library assumes
no liability or responsibility for displayed art. Artists are welcome to place a business card or cards in the display
area. The artist or artists must handle all sales. The library will not act as the artist's agent in the sale of his or her
work. Works should be removed by Friday, September 28, so the October show can be installed. If you are able to participate,
please contact publicity liaison, Lisa Lockheart, at Lockheart.Lisa@rigov.org. If you have questions, you may
call 309-732-7303. June 2 - 3, 2012 Edina, MN Edina Art Fair 2012 - The Edina Art Fair is celebrating
its 46th year as one of the most prestigious outdoor fine art fairs. The Edina Art Fair is first outdoor fine art fair in
Minnesota and is held annually in the streets of 50th & France, the pre-eminent shopping destination in the Twin Cities.
http://www.edinaartfair.com
June 1-3, 2012 Join us for the 2012 Iowa Arts Festival on June 1 - 3 in the heart of downtown Iowa City! This juried fine arts show features
approximately 125 of the nation’s best artists. Categories like jewelry, painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, sculpture,
metal, wood, and mixed media are featured. http://www.summerofthearts.org/top-menu/artists.aspx
June 3, 2012 Grand Wood Art Festival Anamosa, IA
June 9, 2012 Art in the Park Clinton, IA
June 9 - 10, 2012 Chicago, IL Old Town Art Fair 2012 The Old Town Art Fair, which takes place in the historic landmark district of Chicago's near
north side Old Town Triangle, is considered one of the oldest outdoor juried art fairs in the U.S. Among outstanding art and
craft shows, it is highly ranked in Chicago and nationally. Held annually since 1948, the Fair always takes place during the
second full weekend of June. Each year some 40,000 potential art purchasers attend this premier fine art fair to view and
buy two- and three-dimensional work from 260 artists who have been juried into the Fair by panels of local art experts. http://www.oldtowntriangle.com/
June 10, 2012 Rockford, IL Art on the Lawn 13th Rockford
Collete art fair Rhonda LeMar-James (MRVAD MEMBER)
June 29 - July 28, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Paintings by Lisa Mohr of Galesburg, IL. and Mixed Media
Sculpture by Steve Carleson of Bishop Hill, IL.
JULY July 14, 2012 22nd Annual Country Anqtique MarketMidsommar Music Festival Bishop Hill, Illinois www.bishophill.com
AUGUST August 3 & 4, 2012 Celebrate Tipton Hardacre Film Festival 15th Annual showcase of independent fil makers Tipton Square, Tipton, IA
August 4 - September 1, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Members & Friends, an annual exhibition of
works by Art Center members and artists living within a 50 miles radius.
August 10-12, 2012Come join us in downtown Iowa City August 10 - 12, 2012 for Sand in the City! Sand in the City is a
wonderful late-summer event to bring out family and friends to downtown Iowa City for a weekend of free entertainment. Giant
sandboxes filled with fantastical sand sculptures will line Iowa Avenue (from Clinton Street to Linn Street). http://www.summerofthearts.org/festival-menu/sand-in-the-city/about.aspx August 18,
19, 20, 2012 Clay and Fiber Fest Bishop Hill, Illinois www.bishophill.com
August 18, 19, 20, 2012 4th Annual Gardenstock
Art & Music Festival Distinctive Gardens, 2020 Lowel Park Rd, Dixon, IL 815.285.0014 Distinctive Gardens.comAugust 22, 2012 Watercolors with Bonnie Jones She has a unique approach to painting on rice paper. Cost: $60 per Left Bank Art League Member, $65 per non member www.leftbankartleague.org August 23-25, 2012 Watercolors with Tom Jones Tom
Jones taught a class last year in August through the Left Bank Art League and the attendees enjoyed and learned so much, they
are bringing him back again this year. These are the comments received from last year's attendees: He teaches
several techniques; He teaches with beginners, intermediates as well as accomplished artists in mind; We finished a painting
a day; It was a full day, every day, 9am to 5 pm; He is so generous with his time, talents and materials; He provided
some signed prints; He is fun to learn from; I am attending again as he will teach new techniques. $160 for
the three days for Left Bank Art League Members, $170 for non members. www.leftbankartleague.org
September September 7 - October 6, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St.,
Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Mixed Media Mosaics by Gwen Kaitis of Joliet, IL
and Paintings by Mary Phelan of Chicago, IL.
September 8, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Art in the Park Art
Fair 9am - 4pm in Standish Park in downtown Galesburg, IL
September 8 & 9, 2012 Beaux Arts Fall Fair Figge Art Museum plaza Davenport, IA
September 22, 2012 A "Gourd"eous Day in the Country Orion, IL Rhonda LeMar-James (MRVAD MEMBER)
October October 12 - November 10, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center, 114 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: Photographs by Robert Radin of Venice, CA .Oct.12, 13 & 14, 2012 15th Annual Northeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour10am to 5pm. Free. 53 Artists at 43 locations. Self-guided driving Tour all within 35 miles of Decorah.1-800-463-4692 https://webmail.netins.net/Redirect/www.IowaArtTour.com
October 20, 2012 A Gathering of Authors Bishop Hill, Illinois www.bishophill.com
November November 3 & 4, 2012 Mississippi River Valley Art Drive sponsors this self-guided tour
twice each year. Join artists 100 miles either side of the Mississippi River Valley in their private galleries and home studios
for a personal look into their art and their motivations. Some of these studios are only open to the public for this drive.
Some of the galleries will have artists at work. Visit the "Fall Art Drive" Page on www.mrvad.com for a detailed
listing of all artists
November 16 - December 31, 2012 (MRVAD MEMBER) Galesburg Civic Art Center,
114 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 info@galesburgarts.org Exhibition: A Round Town:
an exhibition of round artwork inspired and created by the community.
December December 1 & 2,
2012 Julmarknad - Christmas Market Bishop Hill, Illinois www.bishophill.com
December 5 through January
10 DeWitte Opera House Lori Miller (MRVAD MEMBER)
Purpose: Mississippi River Valley Art Directory is a
website to promote 400 miles of art along the Mississippi River. The goal is to create one website organizing
all forms of art so potential clients can easily locate you, your website and your place of business.
From the start of the Mississippi River to the mouth.
Check weekly for new items, sales and open houses in the Mississippi River Valley Art
Directory world.
For questions please inquire at:
Mail@MRVAD.COM or phone 563-343-2765 or 563-508-1853.
