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Calendar of EventsWelcome New Members

“Figuratively Speaking” Exhibition Juried Exhibition Prize Juror

Longtime Member Appreciation

“Impulse: Then & Now” Exhibit

AAH Patrons ListNew Administrative Assistant

Members in the NewsSpring 2017 Class Schedule

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NEWS & CLASSES

By Cynthia Graeff

On Saturday, March 11, 2017 from 6 to 11pm at the Radisson Hotel in Camp Hill, join forces with the Art Association of Harrisburg and the real, live Super Heroes of the Susquehanna to promote the visual arts in our community!

Grab your capes and tights, don your masks and seize your chance to dress as your superhero alter ego! Compete for prizes in a spectacular costume parade! (Of course, you may also attend as your citizen self.) Citizens and superheroes alike will enjoy exciting silent and live auctions, gourmet food, a cash bar, and music by DJ Jonathan Frazier. Guests will also witness the unveiling of the Art Association’s “new image”.

You’ll be among greatness with real Super Heroes from our community! Come meet and revel with:Super Hero of Science & Medicine, Dr. David Bronstein, DOSuper Hero of Arts & Culture, Alice Anne Schwab (Executive Director of the Susquehanna Art Museum) and other Super Heroes of the Community yet to be confirmed!

Super Artist Brad Gebhart is preparing some surprises in anticipation of this extraordinary evening, including collectible cards at super hero displays around town. Brad will bring extra fun to the Bal, with caricatures and a special comic book for guests to take home.

Thanks to the incredible efforts of Bal Chair, Amy Huck, the support of presenting sponsor, Higher Information Group, and fantastic décor by JDK, the 2017 Bal Masque is an event not to be missed!

Thanks as well to the support of our Underwriters (as of November 9) The Hall Foundation, BB&T, Lamar Advertising, Pinnacle Health, and WHTM-TV27.

Ticketing levels are $100 for Citizens and Super Heroes, and $150 for Villains, VIPs and Host Committee members. Do what’s right and make your reservations at www.artassocofhbg.com. For more information call 717-236-1432.

The 2017 Bal MasqueThe REAL Super Heroes of the Susquehanna

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Calendar of Events

THROUGHFEB. 28

PAINTINGS BY SHERRY MCVICKARWidener University

FEB. 1-FEB. 28BLACK HISTORY MONTH EXHIBITIONBy Harrisburg School District Students. Harrisburg City Government Center Atrium.

FEB. 1-APR. 30PHOTOGRAPHS BY JOHN WRIGHTPenn National Insurance, 2 N. Second St.

MAR. 1-APR. 30PAINTINGS BY STEVE BARBERHighmark, 1800 Center St.

MAR.1-MAY 31WATERCOLORS/GICLEES BY KRISTINE MILLER-SIPLEMartin M. Sacks & Associates.

MAR.1-MAY 31“CITY AT NIGHT” PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION BY KAREN COMMINGSHarrisburg City Government Center.

MAR. 1-MAY 31PAINTINGS BY SUSAN BENIGNI-LANDISWidener University.

SATURDAYMARCH 11

6-11PM

“SUPER HEROES OF THE SUSQUEHANNA” BAL MASQUEThe 2017Bal Masque will take place that the Radisson Hotel in Camp Hill. Jonathan Frazier, Deejay.

AT THE ART ASSOCIATION:

THROUGH JAN. 55 ARTIST INVITATIONAL EXHIBITIONWITH J.ARTHUR DAVIS, KAREN KAISER, CHRISTOPHER LYTER, BOB McCORMICK, MICHELE TABER.

JAN. 13–FEB. 16

FIGURATIVELY SPEAKING EXHIBITIONSPONSORED BY RANDY MICHENER, RECEPTION HOST – TRACEY MELONI. OPENING RECEPTION FRIDAY, JAN. 13, 5-8 PM, MUSIC BY FREE THE TWEEDS.

FEB. 24–MAR. 30

CURATOR’S CHOICE EXHIBITION “IMPULSE: THEN & NOW” SPONSORED BY DR. MARY SIMMONDS. RECEPTION ON FRI., FEB. 24, HOSTED BY BARBARA WARFEL & ROBERT POTTER, 5-8 PM. MUSIC BY JONATHAN FRAZIER.

IN THE LOCAL COMMUNIT Y:

THROUGH JAN. 6“ABSTRACTLY SPEAKING” EXHIBITIONWhitaker Center for Science & the Arts.

THROUGH JAN. 31PAINTINGS BY THE LATE WANDA MACOMBERHarrisburg City Government Center Atrium.

THROUGH JAN. 31PAINTINGS BY CHET DAVISGamut Theatre.

THROUGH JAN. 31PAINTINGS BY TERRIE ESHLEMANPenn National Insurance, 2 N. Second St.

JAN. 2-FEB. 28PAINTINGS BY JOYCE MARTINHighmark, 1800 Center St.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31MIXED MEDIA BY JUDITH HUMMELHomeland Center, 1901 N 5th St, Harrisburg.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31PAINTINGS BY JACOB MAZUREKHarrisburg Magazine.

JAN. 2- MAR. 31PAINTINGS BY EVGENY-ZEKAVarano Spong Financial Group.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31PHOTOGRAPHY BY SPERO LAPPASPenn State Harrisburg, 777 W. Harrisburg Pike.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31PHOTOGRAPHY BY JIM LAMBERTRKL CPA Firm.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31PAINTINGS BY PAUL GALLORhoads & Sinon.

JAN. 2-MAR. 31PAINTINGS BY FREYA QUALLYBoyer & Ritter, LLC.

JAN. 3-MAR. 31PHOTOGRAPHY BY FRED GANTZCapital Medical Center, Main Corridor, 10 Capital Dr.

JAN. 3-MAR. 31PAINTINGS BY ELAINE BRADY SMITHSchein Ernst Mishra Eye Associates.

THROUGH FEB. 28

PAINTINGS BY JOHN WHITNEYMartin M. Sacks & Associates.

How do you socialize?Rachel O’Connor is managing the Facebook page for the Art Association, using the page to promote AAH events and classes, as well as to post articles of interest to artists. Facebook is a great complement to our website www.ArtAssocOfHbg.com, updated weekly by our webmaster Randy Miller.

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ATfacebook.com/ArtAssocofHbg

Welcome New MembersARTISTS: Arts on Union-

Christine Goldbeck

Michael Cerbone

Siwa Bilal

Elizabeth Hobbs

Jerod Weaver

Sandra Rohrer

Ben Tabor

Andrew M. Zec

Dan Kepner

BENEFACTORS:Mark Bennington

STUDENTS:Paige Harkey

Lori Remmel

Rory Ade

SPONSORS:Audry & Andy

Carter

B.Lynnsey

Chad Whitaker

Olga Castro

Shane Gallup

Mary Hochendoner

Marysol Richwine

Cathy Wright

William Warfel

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

David W. VolkmanBoard Chair

Kevin Sheets, DMDVice Chairman

Robert PotterTreasurer

Martha BrownSecretary

Jan Bahret

Joe Bahret

Anne Davis

Kate Earley

Mark Everest

Jean J. Grandon

Amy K. Huck

Matthew G. Lane

Randolph E. Michener

Thomas Robel

Darren Lloyd Shaw

Mary Simmonds

Sue Rothman

Ellen Warren

Yvette Kane

Scott Stevens

Barbara Warfel

J.Stephen Feinour, Esq.LEGAL COUNSEL

AAH STAFFCarrie Wissler-Thomas

President

Rachel O’ConnorCurator

Bryan MolloyGallery Assistant

Mark BradshawGallery Assistant

Tammy ParsonAdministrative Assistant

Randal Miller IIIWebmaster

NEWSLETTER STAFFCarrie Wissler-Thomas

Editor

Rachel AtarLayout & Design Editor

PRINTINGHigher Information Group

Harrisburg, PA

The Art Association ofHarrisburg welcomes reader

response. Please send us your thoughts or submissions to

carrie@artassocofhbg.com.

The always-popular Figuratively Speaking Winter Membership Exhibition is slated to open at the Art Association of Harrisburg on Friday, January 13, with a reception from 5 to 8 PM. Board Member Randy Michener is the exhibition sponsor, and Tracey Meloni and John Keck are the reception hosts. “Free the Tweeds” will provide musical entertainment for the evening.

The prize juror for the exhibition was Monica Smith, Senior Professor of Art, Harrisburg Area Community College.

Prizes for the exhibition have been contributed by WCI Partners, Alan Hostetler Insurance, Kathy Marley-Dunbar, Silvers Family Dental Care, Jean and Jim Grandon, LB Smith Ford, and the Hilton Harrisburg.

The exhibition will remain on view through February 16.

“Figuratively Speaking”Winter Membership Exhibition to Debut

Joshua M. Stratton-Rayner, interdisciplinary artist and Registrar at Wexler Gallery in Philadelphia, PA, received his BA in Art History (Studio Art minor) in 2011 from Messiah College where he graduated cum laude. During his time at Messiah, he studied off campus at New York Center for Art and Media Studies (NYCAMS) with AAH Curator, Rachel O’Connor. As a young professional in the art world, Stratton-Rayner brings a contemporary and fresh, critical eye to the judging of the AAH’s 89th Annual International Juried Exhibition. Stratton-Rayner is not only an artist himself, but is educated and well versed in

contemporary art criticism and theory. His past professional experiences include: Exhibition Director for Makoto Fujimura, Preparator at Forum Gallery, Art Handler at Maquette FAS and Gallery Assistant at Andrew Edlin Gallery, all in New York, NY. We are excited to bring new life, practices and perspectives to this AAH tradition of the Annual International Juried Exhibition.

Entries are now being accepted for the 89th Annual Juried Exhibition through February 28. Entries may be submitted as high-resolution JPEG images on CD or electronically by following instructions at www.artassocofhbg.com under the Juried Show Entries button. A non-refundable fee of $15.00 per entry for non-AAH members, and $12.50 per entry for members, is required, with two entries permitted per artist. Original work in all media is eligible, provided it has not been previously exhibited at the Art Association. Media categories for prizes include: Oil & Acrylic; Watercolor; Photography; Prints & Graphics; Sculpture & Ceramics: and Other Media.

The 89th Annual Juried Exhibition will debut at the Art Association on Saturday, May 13, running through June 15. Contact AAH Curator Rachel O’Connor at rachel@artassocofhbg.com for more information.

Fresh Eyes on a Steadfast TraditionIntroducing the 89th Annual International Juried

Exhibition Prize Judge & Juror

JOSHUA STRATTON-RAYNER

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We always make a point of welcoming new AAH members in the quarterly newsletter magazine, but the AAH Membership Committee feels, quite appropriately, that we should also list our long-term members and those who support the Art Association loyally throughout the years. At the risk of leaving many individuals and entities out, here is a list of those who have gone beyond the call of duty in their support over the course of many years:

The McCormick Family Foundation – to whom we owe our very existence thanks to AAH founder Gertrude Olmsted McCormick, and who has provided funding for our garden, our roof, our classroom upgrades, and many, many other capital projects over the decades.

The Cultural Enrichment Fund – and prior to that, The Allied Arts Fund – the wonderful “united way for the arts” that provides AAH with deeply-appreciated annual support.

Highmark – our very first Community Show venue and continuing annual sponsor.

The Hall Foundation – Bal Masque and Soirée Sponsor.

Rick LeBlanc of Crabtree Rohrbaugh – who spearheaded the successful capital campaign several years ago to stabilize the infrastructure of our historic building, and who orchestrated the complete upgrade of the AAH kitchen, as well as arranging for the creation of detailed blueprints/floorplans for the building.

The Kline Foundation – contributor to numerous major capital projects for our historic mansion.

Penn National Insurance – who purchased art for their new building from AAH in 1997 and continue to participate in the AAH Community Exhibition program since then. They also contribute generously each year in support of the AAH School. (PNI has also provided AAH with our two great Treasurers in recent years!)

Hilton Harrisburg – who purchased over $60,000 worth of original art when the hotel was built in 1990 and continues to support AAH through exhibition prizes.

Lamar Advertising and Andy Rebuck – who provide great billboards annually for the Bal and Gallery Walk.

Tracey Meloni – loyal and generous patron, host of numerous Soirées to benefit AAH, former Bal Masque Chair, and continuing Bal Silent Auction Chair.

Randy Michener – current Board member and artist member since the 1980’s – generous contributor to many capital projects for our building.

Norma Gotwalt – former Board Chair and loyal sponsor of youth scholarships annually, as well as contributor towards capital projects.

Kathy Marley-Dunbar – former Board member, Silent Auction Chair, and generous patron.

WHTM-TV27 – our wonderful in-kind promoter of the Bal Masque and Gallery Walk on a yearly basis.

The Robert H. & Beverly Utley Fowler Foundation, The Hunter-Meyers-Redus Foundation, and the Boyd Foundation – all contribute generously to the annual year-end appeal.

Note: AAH members who have been involved for over 20 years are invited to email carrie@artassocofhbg.com in order for us to acknowledge you in future newsletters!

We Appreciate our Long-Time Supporters and Members

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By Rachel O’Connor

New Curator Rachel O’Connor has invited five acclaimed young artists to exhibit at the Art Association of Harrisburg galleries from February 24 through March 30, opening with a reception on Friday, February 24, hosted by Board Members Barbara Warfel and Robert Potter. Dr. Mary Simmons is the exhibition sponsor.

The following is Rachel’s introduction to this vibrantly cutting-edge exhibition:

I love New York City the way I love my mother. That might be an odd statement to you, but there is not a more accurate way for me to explain my ties to this city. Do you remember the first time you were completely aware of yourself – that moment you realized you had “found yourself ”? I do. It was 8:40ish on a crisp, fall, Wednesday morning. I rode the 2 train from Clark St, Brooklyn Heights into Manhattan, and got off at 14th St., like I did every morning during the fall semester of 2009. Emerging from the fluorescently lit subway tunnel, I took a deep inhale of the cool outdoor air. The scents of fresh flowers, dirt and a tinge of garbage came to my nose one by one. As I walked toward my school’s building on W 28th St. I became lost in the play between sunlight and shadow. For three blocks I passed overflowing flower shops that sat tucked away in the shade of the urban canyon. At the end of each block, the buildings broke, and the sun reached for the pavement. Shadow…sunlight…shadow…sunlight… as if they were chasing one another. This is where I found myself – skipping along the shades of midtown Manhattan. There was no epic moment. It was quiet and simple. In a place where I’ve often heard people say they feel stressed, overwhelmed and alone, I felt calm, peaceful and at home. Not only at home within the city, but at home within myself. I began to bloom like the flowers I passed each morning on my way to the studio. The metaphor could not be more fitting.

It’s hard being a “weird art kid” in a suburban town surrounded by farmland, despite having supportive parents and inspiring art teachers. I had outgrown my skin in South Central Pennsylvania. I needed vibrancy and vastness. When I moved to New York City during my senior year of undergrad for a study off campus program at New York Center for Art and Media Studies (NYCAMS), the city immediately took me into her arms and held on tightly. She adopted me like I was her own. Like my own mother, she waited patiently as I grew, becoming comfortable in myself. She sent me reminders through her crowds of people that I don’t need to be timid, shy or nervous about my differences. She encouraged my individuality and introduced me to kindred spirits who supported me as we fumbled along, finding ourselves together.

My classmates were my family during our time at NYCAMS. There were 22 of us in total, and we did everything together. We lived together, had all of the same classes together, traveled together, spent sleepless nights at the studio together and cooked together during our special Thursday night dinners. We were each other’s sounding boards, confidants, secret keepers, cheerleaders, critics, shoulders to cry on and the slap in the face of reality when it was necessary. They truly saw me.

The five artists in my curator’s choice exhibition, “IMPULSE: then & now,” have each had a personal hand in my growth as an individual and curator. There is no better way I could introduce myself and my practices to you, than through the work of Chelsea Tarnas, Christine Aria Hostetler, Heidi Wiren Bartlett, Joel Daniel Phillips and Kate Running.

It is with a warm and thankful heart that I introduce you to my friends and five artists whom I deeply respect.

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“Impulse: Then & Now” Bursts on the SceenNew Curator’s Premier Exhibition Opens at AAH

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The Art and Artists of “Impulse: Then & Now”

IMAGES LEFT TO RIGHT: TARNAS’S “WORK 1,” HOSTETLER’S “BY EVENING FALLING 3,” AND BARTLETT’S “07.”

Chelsea Tarnas is a multimedia artist from Metro Detroit, living on the Big Island of Hawai’i. A graduate from Hope College with a BA in Studio Art, her style has been developed through studies in fine art, art history and political science. With a focus on collage, mono printing and painting, Tarnas’ work is a comment on the human condition relating to the cosmos and her perception of the micro and macrocosms. Her work is anchored heavily in symbolism, Neopaganism, astrology and astronomy. The circle has become a theme within Tarnas’ work, representing lunar and celestial bodies, while also acting as a visual underpinning that connects each piece. Additionally, light spectrums have played a heavy role in her pieces since her move to Hawai’i. These too act as a common formalistic thread throughout her portfolio. Tarnas has exhibited her work around Hawai’i since 2014, and in 2016 participated in Westfjords Artist Residency in Þingeyri, Iceland.

Christine Aria Hostetler is a San Francisco based painter whose work is a meditation on the experience of knowing and not knowing, of being of two minds, off possessing a sense of self assurance, and a sense of the void of the self altogether. Her watercolor figures appear out of a blank surface, spilling over and dripping color. Their apparition is a bloom of color and life, an imitation of the human body on paper. Their dissipation in the dripping paint creates the abstracted columns on which the figures stand, and into which they fall. Hostetler graduated from Hope College in 2010 with a BA in Studio Art, French and English. Her work has been published in several books and magazines, including the August 2016, International Issue of Fresh Paint Magazine. Since graduating college she has exhibited in various spaces around San

Francisco, Oakland, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and New York, NY. In 2016, she was the artist in residence at the Arcadia Art Space at the Midway Gallery in San Francisco, CA.

Heidi Wiren Bartlett’s work is concerned with the portrayal, oppression and subversive existence of women in America today. As a white woman raised by a lesbian on the plains of Nebraska, she feels obligated to confront racial and misogynistic injustice and her escape from it, into the prairie. Bartlett sees her body as an object of power and vulnerability, and she sees Nature and its processes the same way. Together these inspire a practice that illuminates the overlooked and forgotten. In Bartlett’s hybrid practice she creates objects, installations, ritual performances, videos and collaborative works. Bartlett obtained an MA in Intermedia and Drawing, as well as an MFA in Intermedia and Sculpture from the University of Iowa, Iowa City. She has participated in six artist in residency programs spanning from Greensboro,

NC, Troy NY, to Nebraska City, NE. Bartlett has had solo exhibitions all over the Midwest, as well as taken part in group exhibitions in New York, NY, Brooklyn, NY, Knoxville, TN, Chicago, IL, Denver, CO, Philadelphia, PA, and as far away as Costa Rica. Along with being an exhibiting artist, Bartlett is also an adjunct professor, having taught Intermedia I & II at the University of Iowa, as well as a guest lecturer.

CHRISTINE ARIAHOSTETLER

HEIDI WIRENBARTLETT

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“The only way to truly understand something is to draw it.”–Jean Le Corbusier. This is the center of Joel Daniel Phillip’s work—an attempt to sincerely grasp what he sees around him through the tip of a pencil and a piece of charcoal. At its root, the act of drawing necessitates a concentrated study of not only the physical attributes of the subject, but the emotional as well. Every line and crease in a face tells a story, and rendering these requires the artist to touch and explore each facet of the subject’s existence. Phillip’s work focuses primarily on portraiture at a monumental scale. He is fascinated by the intricacies and commonalities that we share as humans, and search for moments when our projected senses of self are transparent, allowing deeper, more truthful emotions to become visible. He pursues ways to peel back the protective

veils that we all display to the outside world, striving to capture the unbidden spontaneity of experience. A true portrait is far more than a rendering of physical form—it is the capturing of the vulnerable, un-invented narratives that make us human. Seeing and understanding these are Phillip’s ultimate goal. Phillips graduated from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA in 2011 with a BA in Fine Arts, Graphics emphasis. Since 2012 Phillips has frequently exhibited his works, and been published in major publications such as: The Huffington Post, Washington Post, New American Painting, Juxtapoz, BBC News, and Smithsonian Magazine. His latest major achievement is winning third prize in the Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition at the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery in March 2016, in which his work was also exhibited.

Kate Running strives to blur the line between art and craft in order to create a larger conversation about life’s dualities and how to embrace them. The search for a healthy balance is almost an impossible task that she continually seeks. Runnings work serves as a reminder that life is beautiful, short, and fragile. However, at times, it is equally unpleasant, painful, and chaotic. Above all though, life is consistently resilient. Running navigates her way between these dualities of safety and risk through humor and soft sculptures. She has found fiber to be the most fulfilling material to depict her search for equilibrium. Fiber will always intrigue her with its soft, yet durable nature. The repetitive act of knitting or felting is meditative while slightly unpredictable; creating an organic outcome. Running graduated from Concordia College in

2010 with a BA in Graphic Design. In 2011, she was the Fiber Artist in Residence at the LUX Center for the Arts in Lincoln, NE, where she also acted as the Fiber Instructor. Having worked extensively as a Graphic Designer from 2012 - 2016, her fine art in fiber has also been frequently exhibited in Lincoln, NE since 2011.

For more information on the show, contact AAH Curator Rachel O’Connor at 717-236-1432 or rachel@artassocofhbg.com.

JOEL DANIELPHILLIP

KATE RUNNING

IMAGES LEFT TO RIGHT: PHILLIP’S “ALEJANDRA 2015,” AND RUNNING’S “DREAD SWEATER.”

PLATINUM LIFE MEMBER($5,000 and above)Herre Bros., Inc.The Kline FoundationThe Cultural Enrichment FundMcCormick Family FoundationKathy Marley-DunbarMrs. Robert MeloniCharles SchulzBill SingerWHTMTerrie Tedeschi Hosey

FRIENDS & CONTRIBUTORS ($1,000 and above)The Boyd FoundationThe Robert H. and Beverly Utley Fowler FoundationThe Hunter-Meyers-Redus FoundationThe Hall FoundationLamar AdvertisingDavid W. VolkmanWXPN

SPONSORS ($500)Auchincloss Family FundCentral Penn CollegeDarren Lloyd ShawDrew & Kathleen StokenCharles GerowHighmark

BENEFACTORS ($250)E.M. Avery & Robert C. LauJoe & Jan BahretJames CowdenKate EarleyPhyllis Edgerly Ring Robert EttlingerMark EverestGloria HassmanNorma Gotwalt

Amy & Eric HuckRichard & Jan LeBlancMartin Plaut, MDRobert Potter M. Claire Powers & Joe McLaughlinCharley Ann RhoadsDebra & Seward RyanJay ScarfoneDonald Sam SneederBruce K. Thomas & Greg FryLennie & Mary Quinn WhitcombBrandon & Shannon WilliamsJohn David Wissler

HONORARY PATRONMayor Eric Papenfuse

PATRON ($125)Chad BargerJeri Ann BedardJanetta & Richard BrennerDr. David BronsteinDeanne BurchLenore CaldwellConnor Design-BuildBeth Cornell Leisa & Steve CraverAnne DavisChet DavisJay & Sandee DelozierRaymonde DesabresCarlo DitonnoMichael EnnisElizabeth H. FeatherSusan Sheetz FortiniMark & Catherine GebauerPeggy GekasJean GrandonLois Lehrman GrassPeggy GroveMr. & Mrs. Michael S. HerrmanDouglas Hill

Daniel & Patricia HottensteinAnand Jagannath & Wendy SchaenenChuck & Mary Fager JensikYvette KaneDr. Shannon L. Kelleher & Dr. David I. SoybelSally KleinLandmark Commercial Realty, Inc.Bill & Beverlee LehrDr. Linda LittonPaul & Mary LundeenCathie MacArthurAmy MangelsdorfJohn P. & Karen L. McLaughlinSara MengRandolph MichenerHelen & Spencer NaumanSondra S. OslerLeafie & Tony PhillipsMadeline & Desmond ReillySusannah RothmanMary Jane SausserKevin Sheets,DMDMarjorie M. ShermanDr. Mary A. SimmondsMr. & Mrs. Morton SpectorScott StevensBarbara Passeri WarfelGregg WarnerEllen WarrenJane & Jeff WilesRobert ZeiglerDr. & Mrs. Robert Zuckerman

EXHIBITION SPONSORSKate EarleyStephen FeinourEllen WarrenAnne DavisJean GrandonRandy MichenerDr. Mary SimmondsMcNees Wallace & Nurick

Tracey MeloniKevin SheetsSusannah RothmanDavid W. VolkmanDarren Lloyd ShawJay ScarfoneAlison BallantineAmy HuckJoe & Jan BahretSaul Ewing LLPAIA

PRIZE DONORSArt DepotAlan Hostetler InsuranceE.M. Avery & Robert LauCumberland Financial GroupCarl J.DiTonno, ArchitectSusan Sheetz FortiniRobert FullerHilton HarrisburgHempt Bros., Inc.Jim & Jean GrandonKathy Marley-DunbarPeggy GroveTracey MeloniRandy MichenerCorinne RebinskiMadeline ReileyRosewein RealtyOccupational Athletics, Inc.Alan RochmanDarren Lloyd ShawShowcaseNowL. B. Smith FordSutliff ChevroletKathy StokenDavid W. VolkmanWCI Partners LP Lockwillow Veterinary ClinicMark WalterSilvers Family DentistryLennie & Mary Whitcomb

The Art Association of Harrisburg is supported by: *

Tammy Parson began working at The Art Association as our new Administrative Assistant in December, handling the job of receptionist and book-keeper. Terrie Hosey, our long-time Curator, retired on December 30 and Rachel O’Connor became our Curator. So, Tammy is now our receptionist as well as our book-keeper and the person in charge of our member and student database.

Tammy Parson has the experience and personality for the position, having managed her own business for twenty years, and with stellar organizational skills. Among her many varied interests, Tammy enjoys antique-collecting, decorating, hiking and exploring, and spending time with her four grand-children. Like the rest of the AAH staff, Tammy is a dog-person, with two beloved Shelties.

With Tammy’s background in managing special events, she will be an asset in helping with the Bal Masque, as well as in strengthening AAH gallery rentals for private gatherings.

Tammy looks forward to meeting our members, students and gallery visitors, so plan to stop in while she’s at the front desk, Monday through Friday, from 9:30am to 1:30pm. We are delighted to welcome Tammy to the AAH family!

New Administrative Assistant to Join the AAH Family

TAMMY PARSON

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Class Schedule Spring 2017

CERAMICS & SCULPTUREClay Sculpture(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Sculpture Studio, 10 weeks)

The course will explore sculpture and the ways in which a three-dimensional object created first in the sculptor’s imagination, and then made manifest through tooling of selected materials, can communicate with the viewer. With an emphasis on the form of the human head, students will be encouraged to create forms of their own interest in an open-studio setting.

Instructor: Seward Ryan

$145.00 | Apr. 11–Jun. 13 | Tuesdays, 6–8:30pm

Hand-Built Pottery(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Pottery Studio, 10 weeks)

Recommended for those who have never participated in a clay class as well as more experienced potters who enjoy working without a wheel, the class will teach building projects with clay using coil, slab and free-form techniques. Clay, glazing and firing costs are included. Additional clay may be purchased at $10 per bag.

Instructor: Nicholas Boone$145.00 | Apr. 10–Jun. 19 | Mondays, 6–8:30pm (No class on Memorial Day)

Pottery Using the Wheel(Ages 15 through Adult, Reservoir Park Painting Studio, 10 weeks)

This course is an introduction to the use of the potter’s wheel as well as glazing and alternative finishing techniques. Clay, glazing and firing costs are included. Additional clay is $10 per bag. No new students will be accepted after the second week of class. MAXIMUM enrollment for each class is 5 students.

Instructor: Jerald Phoenix | $145.00Apr. 10–Jun. 19 | Mondays, 6:30–9pm (No class on Memorial Day)Apr. 11–Jun. 13 | Tuesdays, 6:30–9pmApr. 15–Jun. 17 | Saturdays, 9:30am–Noon

CHILDREN’S CLASSESAnime and Manga(Ages 10 through 18, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

Students will experience Japanese art and culture by learning how to draw and sketch Manga characters and to create great cartoons, illustrations and drawings. Students will be able to work at their own level, whether it be basic anatomy, or advance character design. Supplies are NOT included. Students should bring a sketchbook, pencils, kneaded erasers and markers.

Instructor: Brad Gebhart$100.00 | Apr. 15–June 10 | Saturdays, 10am-noon

Art for Kids(Ages 5 through 7, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

This class will be totally hands-on and fun! Children will explore different media with hands-on techniques in drawing, painting and sculpture. We will learn the basic elements of art, and talk about contemporary artists. If parent sign up their children for the 9week course, Saturday will become their favorite day of the week! Come and learn about art with us! (Supplies are included in the tuition fee.)

Instructor: Susan Durgin$110.00 | Apr. 15–June 10 | Saturdays, 1–2pm

Members in the News

JEFF BYE exhibited his paintings entitled “Urban Exploration” in September at Greenhut Galleries in Portland, Maine. The show was reviewed in “American Art Collector” in the September issue.

CHEVALIER DANIEL BOYER’S drawing “Participatory Democracy” and his wife SILVIA SOARES BOYER’S “Democracy for All” were included in the group exhibition “What Is Participatory Democracy” at the Liminal Gallery of the Community High School of Academics & Art, Roanoke, VA, November 11 through December 16. Both had artwork exhibited in the show “What Is Mail Art” at Ado Malagoni Space, Institute of Art, Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, Porto Alege, Brazil in November. The Chevalier also had a computer graphics work on view in the Ventipertrentia International Digital Art Festival in Italy in September.

THOM KULP and SUSAN BENIGNI-LANDIS exhibited at Gallery@Second September 29 through November 12.

TERI OJA received first prize in Mixed Media for her thread painting “Field of Blue II” at the 50th Annual Outdoor Fine Art Show in Lititz in July. She also received first prize, Mixed Media, for her booth of thread paintings at the 23rd Annual Outdoor Arts and Crafts Festival in New Hope in September.

REBECCA POLLARD MYERS presented an exhibition of her work in the Atrium of the WITF Public Media Center in Harrisburg from November 16 through December 29.

THE SEVEN LIVELY ARTISTS – past and present – are exhibiting at The State Museum of Pennsylvania from October 22 through February 12. Artwork by original Seven Livelies Walt Huber, Bob Bartlett, and Charley Krone are on loan from the Art Association’s Permanent Collection for this “60 Years With the Seven Lively Artists” exhibition.

STEVE WETZEL had three paintings juried into an exhibition at the Higbee Gallery in Costa Mesa, California, in November.

DEBBIE WILLIAMS had a sculpture accepted into the 88th Grand National Exhibition, American Artists Professional League, in New York City in the fall.

“YOU GO GIRL (DIVINE LORRAINE HOTEL)” BY JEFF BYE

10 AAH NEWS & CLASSES

Fantasy Art(Ages 10 through 18, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

This class is for anyone who has an interest in drawing and/or painting fantasy-themed artwork like dragons, elves, castles, heroes, villains, or anything that you can think of. The main focus of the class is not to teach drawing, but to help expand imaginations and reinforce the development of individual style for beginner to intermediate artists. Please feel free to bring a sketchbook and an open mind.

Instructor: Gabriel Middleton$110.00 | Apr. 16–June 11 | Sundays, 2:30-4:30pm (No class Memorial Day weekend)

Junior Drawing(Ages 8 through 10, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

Drawing is the foundation for all art. Abstract thinking will be introduced, emphasizing fundamental drawing principles. The class will explore a variety of drawing media such as charcoal, pen-and-ink, and pastel. Supplies are included in the tuition cost.

Instructor: Diane Zinn $110.00 | Apr. 15–June 10 | Saturdays, 10-11am

DRAWINGBasic Drawing(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

This course develops creativity through basic drawing skills. Emphasizing observation, exercises in pencil, colored pencil, charcoal, ink and pastels will be offered. Students will be encouraged to keep a sketchbook and all levels of experience are welcome. MINIMUM of 5 students.

Instructor: Maaike Heitkonig Hickok$100.00 | Apr. 10–Jun. 12 | Mondays, 7–9pm (No class on Memorial Day)

Caricature(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Lower Level, 6 weeks)

How would you like to learn a skill that can have you earning money as soon as the class is over? Caricatures are a thriving art form, no longer relegated to beaches or amusement parks. This class will teach you three methods to draw caricatures, give you in-class experience, and instruct you on techniques to create a uniquely-styled cartoon portrait based on your individual talent, skill, and enthusiasm. Supplies to bring include: pencil, kneaded eraser, Sharpie, and 11x14” drawing pad.

Monitor: Bradley Gebhart$70.00 | Apr. 13–May 18 | Thursdays, 6–7:30pm

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Lower Level, 6 weeks)

Based on the book of the same name, this class is for beginners, professionals, and those who are curious about art. In class we will explore the differences between the right and left hemispheres, learn techniques to tap into the creative sides of our brain, and practice ways to improve our artistic endeavors. No experience is necessary. Open mind required! Supplies: pencil, sketchpad and eraser.

Instructor: Bradley Gebhart$70.00 | Apr. 12–May 17 | Wednesdays, 6–7:30pm

Figure Drawing Studio(Ages 16 through Adult, AAH Third Floor, 12 weeks)

This Figure Drawing class offers a classical studio experience for beginners, art students, and working professional artists. Artists will have the opportunity to work from costumed and unclothed models, unfettered by instruction or interruption. Students may arrive and stay the length of time they choose. Artists are encouraged to work at their own pace in the medium of their choice, whether it be paint, pencil, charcoal or pastel. PHOTOGRAPHY IS NOT PERMITTED. Supplies are not included and beginners are advised to bring a large drawing pad and compressed graphite sticks. AAH members receive a discount. (Model fee included in tuition fee.)

Apr. 13–Jun. 29 | Thursdays, 6–9pmAAH Member Fee: $150.00Non-Member Fee: $190.00AAH MEMBERS MAY ALSO ATTEND INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS FOR $15 PER EVENING

PAINTING & MIXED MEDIAAcrylic Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Third Floor, 9 weeks)

Beginning students will learn the basics of Acrylic Painting, including color theory, color mixing, composition and painting techniques. The class will work from still-lifes initially, and later in the course, from photographs or landscape plein air sketches. More advanced students will be encouraged to work more independently, with at-easel critiques from the instructor.

Instructor: Brad Gebhart$100.00 | Apr. 11–June 8 | Tuesdays, 6–8pm

Landscape Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, Outdoor Locations, 12 weeks)

Students will explore plein air painting, as well as nature-inspired studio work. They will work directly from nature to influence individual creativity. Students usually work in oil, acrylic, watercolor or pastels, and may work in any medium they choose. They MUST supply their own materials and a portable easel. The first class will be conducted at an outdoor location so it is essential for students to register IN ADVANCE so that the instructor is able to contact everyone with the place to meet! Students must bring their supplies and easels to the first class. Some travel is involved so it is necessary for participants to have transportation. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS NOT A BEGINNING LEVEL PAINTING COURSE. Students with limited painting experience should consider taking our basic Oil or Acrylic courses.

Instructor: Paul Flury$120.00 | Apr. 15–July 1 | Saturdays, 10am–12:30pm

Oil Painting(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Third Floor, 9 weeks)

This class is intended for both beginning painters and for those with previous experi-ence. The class will include demonstrations and instruction in technique, color mixing, and value for the beginners, while the more experienced students will be encouraged to work on their own projects, with occasional at-easel advice and critiques. The instructor will go over the supply list at the first session, so wait to purchase supplies until then.

Instructor: Jonathan Frazier$100.00 | Apr. 10–June 12 | Mondays, 7–9pm (No class on Memorial Day)

Open Painting Studio (All Media)(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

This open-studio-format session is intended for artists with some experience in watercolors, pastels, oils, or acrylics ,who do NOT require direct instruction. The artists MUST be AAH MEMBERS. Students may work from photos, sketches or still-lifes. This open studio should provide artists an opportunity to not only create art, but also a social setting in which to share their art with other artists, in the spirit of the late Dave Lenker’s classes. (There are table-top easels available in the lower-level studio, so artists may work on canvas paintings as well as flat-media works.)

Monitor: Dick Michaelian$60.00 | Apr. 11–June 8 | Tuesdays, 7–9pm

Watercolor(Ages 15 through Adult, AAH Lower Level, 9 weeks)

Students who are new to the medium will receive basic watercolor technique instruction, including paper and color selection, sketching, the importance of design and drawing washes, handling of color, and how to be in control of the medium. Students will work from photos, still-lifes, and sketches. Demonstrations will be included. Experienced students may use this class to expand their skills and may work independently. The class is appropriate for both the beginner and the more advanced student.

Instructor: Dick Michaelian$100.00 | Apr. 11–June 8 | Tuesdays, 7–9pm

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I M P O RTA N T I N F O R M AT I O N F O R S T U D E N TS & PA R E N TS

REFUNDS – No refunds are given for any class after the semester begins. To request a transfer, please contact the AAH office at 717-236-1432 no later than the second week of class.

SUPPLIES – All registered students will be sent a confirmation and supply lists for any class where needed. Please come to class prepared.

CLASS CHANGES – Always refer to artassocofhbg.com for any changes to class information and scheduling prior to start of semester.

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Acrylic Painting $100 Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain $70 Landscape Painting $120

Anime and Manga $100 Fantasy Art $110 Oil Painting $100

Art for Kids $110 Figure Drawing Studio AAH Member $150 Open Painting Studio (All Media) $60

Basic Drawing $100 Figure Drawing Studio Non Member $190 Pottery Wheel (Mondays) $145

Basic Digital Photography $80 Hand Built Pottery $145 Pottery Wheel (Tuesdays) $145

Caricature $70 Jewelry Workshop $90 Pottery Wheel (Saturdays) $145

Clay Sculpture $145 Junior Drawing $110 Watercolor $100

Creative Living for Artists $100

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OTHER MEDIABasics of Digital Photography(Ages 18 through Adult, AAH Second Floor Michener Gallery, 6 weeks)

New and intermediate photographers will develop and improve their skills in pixel-based photography. Through demonstration and hands-on experience, the course will cover important creative and technical principles. Students will learn about composing, editing, storing, and outputting (printing/website) digital photographs. Automatic and manual-camera settings, white balance, composition basics, file formats, photographing art and products, and editing will be included. Students should bring their own cameras, manuals, and a notebook. It is Guy Freeman’s goal to bring out the best in each photographic artist and to assist and guide them on their path of mastery.

Instructor: Guy Freeman$80.00 | Apr. 15–May 20 | Saturdays, 10am–12pm

Creative Living for Artists(Ages 18 through Adult, AAH Third Level, 9 weeks)

This class is geared toward adult artists and creative individuals. All skill levels are welcome, from the person who has never taken an art class before, to the one who has spent years honing his/her artistic craft. During the semester we will work with students to discover their artistic styles and voices through drawing, painting, writing, collage, quick art history lessons, and the practice of keeping a weekly sketchbook. Each class will be different, and no student will be forced to work within a specific style. The goal is that each student will find the style that feels most natural to him/ her. The over-arching purpose of the class is not only to further students’ artistic abilities, but also to help each student to understand himself/herself better through creative outlets. Each student is required to provide a sketchbook of their choice, and a supply list will be emailed after registration.

Instructor: Kelly Curran and Rachel O’Connor$100.00 | Apr.12–June 7 | Wednesdays, 6pm–8pm

Jewelry Workshop(Ages 15 through Adult, Resevoir Park Multi-Purpose Studio, 4 weeks)

Students will explore the art and style of jewelry-making and silversmithing through education in the basics of soldering, metal concepts and the fine art of polishing. The instructor will give demonstrations to help better explain the concepts. Supplies will be purchased directly from the instructor. MAXIMUM OF 8 STUDENTS.

Instructor: Michael Reed$90.00 | Feb. 11–Mar. 4 | Saturdays, 10am–1pm

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