Deal recognizes individuals for achievements in the Arts

and Humanities Gov. Nathan Deal today announced the recipients of the second annual Governor’s Awards for the Arts and Humanities. Fifteen individuals and organizations have been recognized for their significant contributions to Georgia’s civic and cultural vitality through service to the humanities or excellence in the arts. The awards were presented in partnership with the Georgia Council for the Arts and the Georgia Humanities Council.

“The arts contribute to state and local economic growth by providing a diversified and sustainable means for creating jobs and attracting revenue,” said Deal. “These individuals and organizations contribute significantly to Georgia’s excellent quality of life that we are able to provide our citizens, relocating or expanding businesses, and visitors.” Fifteen members of Georgia’s arts and humanities communities were chosen from a selection of nominations from around the state. These recipients represent a diverse group of individuals and organizations that have laid the groundwork for Georgia’s growing creative industry through innovative programs, community collaboration and long-term financial commitment. The recipients of the 2013 Governor’s Award for the Arts and Humanities are: Kay Beck, Atlanta • Linda Crowe Chesnut, Athens • Dr. John Ferling, Carrollton • Melissa Fay Greene, Atlanta • Tim Howard, Chatsworth • Marianne Lambert, Atlanta • Chuck Leavell, Dry Branch • Frank Maloy, Tifton • Merryll Penson, Athens • Allan Vigil, Morrow • The Center for Puppetry Arts, Atlanta • Colquitt County Arts Center, Moultrie • Fox Theatre Institute, Atlanta • Moving in the Spirit, Atlanta • United Shape Note Singers, Atlanta Detailed information about the recipients is available on www.gaarts.org.

Our Mission Statement The Colquitt County Arts Center is a creative cultural resource that

makes quality visual and performing art available to a diverse population. The arts center provides engaging arts education for

children and adults, acts as a steward of permanent collections, and maintains a landmark facility that enriches the whole community.”

The Colquitt County Arts Center was recently awarded Institution of the Year

by The Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries. Pictured here is Jeff Ophime, Director of the Colquitt County Arts

Center, receiving the GAMG Award from Michelle Lewis, President of The Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries.

The Colquitt County Arts Center is the recipient of the 2013-14 Georgia Governor's Award for Arts & Humanities

and has also been awarded by the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries

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Kids Art Classes

Kid’s Mixed Media Art Classes w/Kathy Nelson

Kids will create wonderful keepsake pieces of artwork while learning to draw, paint, sculpt using clay and other mediums.

Mondays $45.00 5:30 - 6:30 Grades K-5th

Tuesdays $55.00 4:30 - 6:00 Middle School & up

Plus $25 supply fee (quarterly)

Be inspired! Be creative! Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of art and explore everything from painting to sculpting to drawing. You'll have

fun developing your own unique artistic style and creating your own fantastic works of art. Something different each month.

ADVENTURES IN ART W/LIN Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 Ages: 4 to 12 ages

Cost: $50/month Supply fee $30 quarterly

The Solarium

The Most Elegant Events Happen

at the Arts Center

The Sculpture Garden

The Ballroom

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2014 Downtown Moultrie Spring Fling Juried Arts Competition

April 19, 2014 Moultrie, Georgia

FINE ARTS EXHIBITORS These artists will be participating in the

Fine Arts Juried Competition. Ceramics - Walter Hobbs Watercolors - Clare Pearson, Randy Gibbs, Harvie Ann Cox Assemblages - Russ Butler Painting - Kathy Nelson, Ruben Flanagan Folk Art - O.L. Samuels

Artist Demonstrations Handmade Guitars - Russ Taylor …………………….Glass Blowing - Ga. Southwestern University

Ceramics - Valdosta State University…………………..Wire Sculpture - Glenn Simmion Folk Art Carving - O.L. Samuels………………...……..Portraits & Art Medium - Sally Shovar Chair Caning - David Ragsdale……………..………….Handmade Mosaic Jewelry - Karen Sasine

Community Art Mural Project - Lin Sheffield - Sponsored by our local Sherwin Williams

THEATRE Performance

Thursday and Friday April 24 & 25 7 PM

Saturday and Sunday April 26 & 27 2 PM

Ticket are $5

Violin, Viola, Cello, & Bass with Beth Miller (873-2484)

or Lorianna Weathers (921-0727)

Call for an appointed time Regular session - $50

Advanced Session - $75

Drums with Michael Ryce

$50/month 229-891-0338

Call for an appointment

Piano/ $50

Michael Ryce (891-0338) Ken Collier (985-1495)

Jimmy Norris (404-580-9247) Call for an appointed time

Voice

Jimmy Norris (404-580-9247) Michael Ryce (891-0338) Call for an appointed time

MUSIC LESSONS

Senior Art Class w/Karen Sasine

$25/month includes supplies and instruction Tuesdays from 10:30 - 12:00

Come out and enjoy learning how to paint with acrylics with a great group of adults. The artwork being turned out from this class is just fabulous!

AdultTeen Drawing w/Shovar Mondays 6:30 - 7:30p.m

$40/$10 supply Adult Painting w/Shovar $50

Thursdays 11:00am - 2:00pm

Adult Classes

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