Events Scheduled For Forest Acres Fine Art Center

Forest Acres Fine Art Center 3400 Forest Drive Columbia, SC

2012 Event Schedule

Second Samuel Play March 22-24 & March 29-31 8pm; March 25 & April 1 6pm

Anna D & Friends Variety Show April 5 8pm

God of Carnage Play April 20-21 & 27-28 8pm; April 22 & 29 3pm

Anna D & Friends Variety May 5 8pm

Anna D & Friends Variety June 7 8pm

MidLife! The Crisis Musical Play July 13-15 & 20-22 8pm; July 15 & 22 3pm

Eclipse of Sanity Play August 3-4 & 10-11 8pm; August 5 & 12 3pm

Anna D & Friends Variety Show September 6 8pm

Anna D & Friends Variety October 4 8pm

Oliver! Play October 19-21 & 26-28 8pm; October 21 & 28 3pm

Anna D & Friends Variety November 8 8pm

Every Christmas Story… December 6-8, 13-15 & 20-22 8pm; December 9, 16 & 23 3pm

**Schedule subject to change.

Original Art will be on display and for sale at The Forest Acres Fine Arts Center featuring professional SC artists and will change monthly.

For further info, tickets or donations please contact

Forest Acres Fine Art Center or

Theatre Rowe

Yours Truly,

Jean Bourque

First Friday at Village Artist in Sandhills, Columbia

ART, Wine & Cheese Reception 6-9 PM at Village Artists Gallery on Nov 5th and view the featured works of Barbie Mathis, Van Martin, Barry Monk and Carl Crawford. Musical Entertainment will be provided by Sharon Von Fange, singer songwriter and plays a variety of instruments.

While present, you'll have the opportunity to also view the artwork of 22 other member artists in the gallery. The Gallery is in the Village at Sandhill next to Panera Bread, 631-8 Promenade Place, Columbia, SC 29229

Phone# 803-699-8886

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Pictures:

to the left: Barbie Mathis and Rachel Parker, photo by Keith Bates.

to the right: Jean Bourque (me) and Sharon Von Fange with painting

I painted while Sharon was performing at Utopia, photo by Keith Bates.

Be a Music fan at Reverbnation or list your music

http://www.reverbnation.com/page_object/page_object_photos/fan_487541

Just wanted to tel you about Reverbnation.com. If you are already a member you know how wonderful it is. If not, you should check it out. If you are a musician you will love the site for setting up your band info and keeping all your gigs and promotional info in one place, plus you can build a fan base. Woohoo! And if you are a local musician that has a presence on Reverbnation and I haven't added you to my site, please let me know by sending me the link to your page on reverbnation. I am listed as Jeanee Bourque on it.

On Reverbnation; I just posted some really fun guitar paintings and I hope everyone will enjoy them. For a limited time I am offering all my Faceboook fans and musicians, my Musicians discount on any painting not already sold or committed to a show, in a show or on deposit. This is a great way to get your favorite Jean Bourque original at 25% off. (for a limited time only) It does apply to all my mixed media paintings, my paintings painted live to Musicians locally and at the Indiegrrl festival. This does not apply on prints or on paintings smaller than 8x10.

Great Gocco Print Demo by Marcelo Novo

Sunday January 18, 2009.

Today at if ART Gallery on Lincoln St in Columbia SC a standing room only crowd was fortunate to see the extremely talented artist Marcelo Novo of Buenos Aires, Argentina; create art
using a black Micron pen on Bristol Smooth paper. It was really quiet as everyone gathered around the table to watch Marcelo at work. So quiet in fact, that Nova asked for music and invited the guests to speak and make the program interactive. After that the place was a
buzz and Marcelo said he felt inspired. Clearly Novo works best with music and everyone could see the inspiration as it developed.

He then demonstrated the Gocco Print making kit; which apparently is no longer being made. The one he had was perfect for making small prints and greeting cards. Using a photocopy he layered paint onto it for the image making process. The printer had a 2 bulb piece that he told us not to look at the flash while it filmed. Both bulbs burn out and are only good for one print.
He explained every step of the way as he assembled it and was very in touch with his audience.

His painting was an elephant... a Novo elephant. He said he hadn't done one in a while and when he first started it looked like an elderly person's eye. A sudden change and he painted what looked like a horn and then he said he wasn't sure what it was going to be. I could see he had the flow and was going with it. Marcelo paints as the spirit moves within him and that was quite apparent watching and listening to him. When the first one finally was pulled off the press and Novo held it up; everyone clapped. They decided he would do 20 prints. As he was hand pulling the individual prints people asked questions and he answered. It was a great live demonstration and the crowd really enjoyed it.

You can see the print and possibly the original (if it's available). Stop by the gallery; the prints will be on sale there. Thanks to Wim Roefs for hosting the event. It was really quite interesting. Go see at 1223 Lincoln St., Columbia SC Tell them artsails1 sent you.

The if ART gallery is open Mon-Sat 11-7 PM. The phone is 803-255-0068.

Alicia Leeke's Reception Date Changed to Sept 12th

CHARLESTON ARTIST GUILD GALLERY
“COASTAL INSPIRATIONS” EXHIBIT

featuring work by South Carolina artist

ALICIA LEEKE

Due to the Storm Warnings in Charleston Alicia's show which I posted last week and was scheduled for this evening has now been changed to Sept 12th. The exhibition will be marked with an opening preview reception from 5-8 p.m. The exhibit will continue until September 30.

The gallery is open Monday through Saturday 10 am to 5 pm and is located at 6 North Atlantic Wharf, off East Bay Street and across from a convenient parking garage. You may contact Alicia about her paintings by calling (803) 429-5456, 888-429-5456, via email at leekeka@hotmail.com or by visiting her website at www.alicialeeke.com.

TAG features Howard Hunt as Guest Speaker 9/8

Like I mentioned last week; art season is about to begin. I say that with a grin as you know most of the art leagues do not meet during the summer months. Trenholm Art League aka: TAG will have their first meeting of the year in Columbia SC at 7PM Monday evening. Howard Hunt a gifted artist that paints nature's scenes on canvas as well as having an eye to capture beautiful images in photography will be the guest speaker.

Howard Hunt was very instrumental in the Artist's Round Table last year and helped secure art shows at various venues for many of our members through connections he has in the real estate business. Finding local business owners willing to allow art shows of the ART Group really makes Howard not only a gifted artist but truly a gifted entrepreneur and marketing guru. His presentation should be very informative and interesting.

I wish I could make it there; but I will be out of town on business. So ...go in my place and have a good time. Don't forget to tell Howard you read about him on my blog.

Artists Round Table Meeting Tuesday March 4th

ART meets Tues March 4 at the Chamber of Commerce building 930 Richland St. Columbia SC
Board meeting 6-7 PM
General Meeting &-8 PM
Open to the Public
We will be representing our "Going Green" project and Dolly of
Saluda Shoals Park Foundation will tell us about their Earth Fair
day on May 10th and all the fun activities they have planned. Come on out!

Take Note: Artist Round Table new web URL

Check out the new A.R.T. website

at http://www.theartistsroundtable.org/

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The old URL no longer works; so please check your book marks and update it now.

BTW- Our next neeting is Tues. March 4th at 7PM

930 Richland St. Columbia, SC

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We will discuss "Going Green"

to be held May 10, 2008

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Be there or be around!

ART = Artists Round Table

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Painting pictured is a 24x18 oil painting titled, "Women of the Womb"

created by Jean Bourque. She is a member of ART. The painting is for sale.

Artists Round Table Thurs. 7-9 PM Show Opens

Painting c by Ellin Baskins

The Artist Round Table Gallery will feature art work from

six member artists including Howard Hunt and Ellin Baskins.

The reception will be from 7-9 PM at

1213 Lincoln St. Columbia SC

across from the Blue Marlin

this Thursday evening Feb. 7, 2007.

The artwork will be there until month end.

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The group is also called ART

and is dedicated to promoting artists of all types.

For more info on the group click on the link above.

Artist Retreat with Heidi Darr Hope & Sharon Bray

Sharon Bray and Heidi Darr-Hope present
The 4th Annual La Serrania Retreat Sanctuary: Exploring the Self in Writing and Art

May 24 – 31, 2008
Mallorca, Spain
$1,725 Fee includes workshop costs, beautiful accommodations; delicious Mediterranean meals…Register early as enrollment is limited to 14.
Imagine yourself in the beauty of the Mallorcan countryside, amid the tranquil setting of La Serrania, part of a small group of people gathered together to wander and explore. You will be inspired by the serenity of nature and the quiet time, allowing you to express your creativity in word and art, gleaned from your wellspring of imagination and memory. To create a sanctuary for authentic self-expression is to engage ourselves creatively in a search for meaning. Whether we express ourselves through words, music, dance or images, our mind, body, and soul merge. We then experience a unique way to connect with the unseen spiritual forces that guide and support our lives.Yearning to deepen and enrich your life? Longing to reconnect with your creative spirit? Misplaced your life’s passion? Join us and give yourself the gift of Sanctuary
For more information and photos- http://www.darr-hope.com/Scheduled%20Workshops.htm#laserrania

FYI - Local Art Leagues Columbia SC

People are often asking me about the various art leagues in Columbia. So I put this together, these are the ones I am in and you can feel free to tell me about others I am not in. So you know what each offers, here it is:

ART= Artists Round Table
SOAL= Seven Oaks Art League
TAG= Trenholm Artists Guild

Guild Website Links Page Dues Etc

ART http://theartistsroundtable.org/ yes yes $35. a yr Jan. Several shows
membership Professional career artists- all types of artists such as musicians, spoken word artists, sculptors, potters, glass beads, fiber arts, actors, dancers, painters, potters, photographers, illustrators, web designers, bloggers, poets, writers and more. Meets year round, first Tuesday of the month. Lots of great opportunities. Next month bring any art supplies you no longer want and we will have an artists exchange at the Cultural Council aka Chamber of Commerce Building downtown. To participate in the art supply exchange, for any type of artist, arrive early or drop off so the board can set it up and plan the function! Should be fun. Affiliated with the Cultural Council. Chuck Lamark, formerly of the Cultural Council has agreed to take Alicia Leekes's place as our leader. Great connections! Art Gallery Coop and Social every Thursday at 1213 Lincoln St. in the Vista.


SOAL No website, no blog, does have an emailed newsletter $20. yr Sept.
Meets the third Thursday from Sept to May, except in Nov and Dec its the 3rd Wed. Annual show is at the Seven Oaks Park. Membership 90% women and has hobbyists as well as professional artists, some potters, painters, glass bowls, jewelry makers, gourd art, etc. lots of talented people. Fun events like Dec. Fabulous Fakes, artists painted something based on a famous artwork. Offers educational events for techniques in art.


TAG http://trenholmartistsguild.org/ yes http://trenholmartistsguild.org/Artists.html
Has 3 places any art member can show at regularly Palmetto Hospital, BC BS, and Eye physicians. Dues $20. plus $5. to $10. link to website and get a page, due in Sept. Meets second Monday of the month, Sept to May except Dec no meet. Annual show at prestigious IHOF gallery for all members. Many old timers with lots of experience and well known artists, the genders are equally represented. Monthly meetings are educational and may cover art techniques and promoting art such as taking digital photography of art. Also offers many art technique workshops.


I know there are several other art leagues, Rosewood Art League and there is one in nearby Chapin and another one up in Sesqui Park, but I am not a member and would not want to say the wrong info. If you are reading this and are a member of another art league in the greater Columbia area and would like me to mention it in the blog, please send me info or leave a comment and contact info .
Stay Artsy...
Jeanee

Art Series by Jean Bourque Slide Show

Artsails1 is Thinking, Again!

"Journey" c by Jean Bourque
Silk Collage m/m on paper (sold)

Thoughts of an Artist by Jean Bourque 12-18-07

As artists, we wear many faces. When we create we are our truest selves, for there lays our freedom, our soul, our very being. Everything that I am stems up and out from the artistic soul I was born with.

I have been doing a lot of thinking lately about what it means to be an artist. I mean not in the obvious sense but on a deeper level. What does it mean and what does it take in terms of commitment, time, passion, expense and love to develop one's self as an artist.

Then there are the practical concerns which at times can be more pressing than the joy of art. How can I be self supporting as an artist? How can anyone especially a single person, be above the survival level without a fund or supporters; be that an inheritance, a grant, or a family's financial support?

I have been searching, not just for the answers to these questions, but to many more. Somehow it feels like a puzzle with a few missing pieces. Can we create the larger picture of being profitable and going above and beyond just getting by? I do believe we can. I try the doors and some open, while others need a key. Perhaps sharing my thoughts will provide a key.

We wear a happy face. We are blessed, we know we are. All of us that have this talent are very blessed. In the blessings there is a key to another dimension. We walk thru the sheer veil and what we experience is all in the mind. We are our minds, our thoughts, our passions, our creations, and our talent must come from our soul.

You can tell when someone is creating from their soul. Their work will look like no one else’s artwork. It will be as unique as a fingerprint. If we are all to write a story about what we did last summer, they would all be different. Yet, a group may paint flowers together and many times the teacher assists them, so that they all look alike. Not all artists are creating from the soul. I can attend any art gathering and spot the ones without joy in their hearts. They typically are just copying other artists and always wear a mask.

I have been blessed to be a very talented writer and a visual artist. This comes natural to me just like doing PR, Blogging and Marketing do. I have had many classes with many great and well known artists and some fine writers as well. I have been blessed to do things my own way. For that I am very grateful. I have the joy, I have the passion. I create unique art that is my own. I have a signature style. Even when I think my work looks real different and no one will know it is mine; they do. Something from within me always presents itself in my work, so that others recognize it in a crowd immediately.

I am moved to write, I am not able to “not” paint. These are things I must do; they are within me and must be shared. The colors and words swirl within me; paintings in a slide show format run through my head. I have been hazed and dazed with tons of creativity. It is what propels me through life. It is my passion, it is me; it is what I am. Creating is 100% me. It is my natural state of being.

This writer, artist has never ran out of ideas or faced a blank wall for more than a split second. I am like the proverbial; cup runneth over, my artisan well, runs deep. The more I let out the more I have! The face of joy exists when I am, who I am. When my soul is set free!***********

I look forward to every art meeting to see the happy faces of other passionate artists like myself. Hope to see you at our next art gathering!
Yours truly,
Jean Bourque
PS Please fell free to add your comments here. You do not have to be a member. Just click below.

Vista Lights Rock & a Hard Place Music Nov. 15th

On Thur, Nov 15th the Columbia Regional Visitors Center in collaboration with the Christopher Conner Foundation, the SC Tobacco Collaborative, the Musicians and Songwriters Guild of SC, Vaudevillian Imaging and MacDougall's Restaurant & Bar will host an outdoor concert during the Vista Lights event. The concert is to promote the Rock 'N a Hard Place – Musicians for a Smoke-Free SC. The concert will take place outside the Columbia Regional Visitors Center, at 1101 Lincoln St. from 5 p.m. and is expected to last until 11 p.m. The Rock 'N a Hard Place hosts a diverse compilation of musicians that call SC home. The purpose is to increase public awareness of the rights of all workers, including musicians, to work in smoke-free environments. Musicians include The South, Kelly Cheats, Lucas War Hero, Will Erikson, The Vaughn Morris Duo, McKenzie Eddy, Jason Dalton, Chris Smith of Sunshone Still, Brian Sansbury, and the Daniel Kyre Band. Calendars will be available during the event for a suggested donation of $10. Artists will autograph calendars and proceeds will benefit the Christopher Conner Foundation and the SC Tobacco Collaborative. At 10:30 p.m. MacDougall's will host a non-smoking after-party featuring The Movement Acoustic.

While on Lincoln St. stop by the newest gallery space in town at 1213 Lincoln St. Columbia SC and see the work of 14 artists all members of The Artists Round Table. That's Nov. 15th, next Thursday, make it a night to remember!

Artists Round Table meeting Tuesday Nov. 6th

The Artists Round Table will be meeting on Tuesday November 6th at 930 Richland St. Columbia, SC. The meeting begins at 7PM. We will be learning about art opportunities available in our community. Our group is a very diverse group of artists, we have singers, songwriters, photographers, poets, painters, batik, bookmakers, art bloggers, writers, actors, dancers, designers, sculptors, musicians, potters, clay and glass artists as well as jewelry, wood, furniture, metal and fiber artists. (I hope I didn't miss anything!)

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Howard Hunt and Alicia Leeke have made a special request that all members please attend this month's very important meeting. We have a lot going on and a lot to share. If you are an artist or a supporter and had been thinking about joining, NOW is the time to join! Please attend our meeting as we are growing rapidly and we have so many activities and events planned, you won't want to miss out on anything!

If you need any further info, you can check out the Artists Round Table website by clicking the underlined area.

Yours truly,

Jean Bourque

Think

This museum quality 30x24 painting is on pre-stretched gallery wrapped canvas. That is art speak for having thick sides. The sides are painted black, forming a natural frame. It is ready to hang and adorn your beautiful home or business office! The painting has about 35 layers of paint so it will hold up through the test of time. It is painted with high quality artists acrylic paint. (Mostly Golden brand, for those that need to know!) This work was done by Jean Bourque in 2007 and it's title is "Think", partly because you have to Think to see what is here in this great looking work and because "thinking" is one of the artist's favorite things to do!

We now accept PayPal, which means you can pay with any charge card you want or check using the PayPal system. (See side bar for info on PayPal) Email the artist for further details regarding this painting.

Yours Truly;

Jean Bourque

FallN2Art Show & Greek Festival Downtown Now

FallN2Art starts today -
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Over 60 artists will have their various artworks on display and you will be able to meet the artists all day today in downtown Columbia, SC and for the next two days. If you are going to the Greek Festival, you can't miss FallN2Art as they are right beside each other. For a list of participating artists go to The Artists Round Table website by clicking it.

*Photograph by Julie Cooper, "Full Moon" downtown Columbia, SC

The Rita Smith Gallery Opportunity

The Rita Smith Gallery is located at 3400 Forest Drive in Richland Mall in Columbia, SC and features numerous SC artists including many painters, jewelers, and potters. The newest artist Rita has added to her artist roster is Harriett Hilton a realistic painter from Orangeburg. Hilton's work often features scenes in nature and life. Her primary medium is acrylic and she typically works on canvas. Harriett is also a very active blogger and an excellent writer. Feel free to take a look at her blog at Artistic Musings. Harriett told me that the Columbia artist Michel McNinch was very inspirational to her when Michel spoke at the Orangeburg Art Guild a few years ago. Michel also has an art blog, you may want to read for more art info.

Rita Smith Gallery is currently taking applications for artists that are working in 3D; such as functional pottery, mosaics and unique items that do not already exist in her gallery. Her gallery has been there a long time and she has an excellent reputation. Even though I was only there for ten minutes, I saw quite a few shoppers and was impressed by this much traffic on a hot Friday afternoon.

The Rita Smith Gallery is located on the first floor of the Richland Mall. The way I got there was by cutting through Barnes and Nobles and then walking across the hall. For me, that was a great way to go, as I discovered a wonderful display of art magazines I had never heard of or seen before, including some that focused on abstract art which is my deepest artistic passion. As an avid reader, any time I can go through a bookstore I am very happy. Art and Books all in one trip to Rita Smith's Gallery in Columbia, SC. Fun!

While at Rita Smith's Gallery the work of Jean Berry caught my eye. She has done some wonderful horse paintings which you may want to take a look at. They are realistic and lovingly rendered. Go ahead and take a trip over to Richland Mall and get a look at all the exciting work at The Rita Smith Gallery.

I have to go now...
yours,
Jean Bourque

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Deadline Extended for Art Donations to SPCA

TOFFEE DELIVERS...

"Furry Affair" is a juried show; looking for pieces which reflect,

“Animals and our world of beauty.”

Artist's who donate to the event will receive an invitation for themselves and a guest to the event. Just two more days to get into the event which offers the opportunity to show in a Charleston Gallery. * See post about 6 or so back, scroll down for more details.

DEADLINE HAS BEEN EXTENDED!
YOU MAY DELIVER YOUR ART THRU WEDNESDAY AUGUST 1, 2007.
e-mail mailto:info@jaspca.com;
Kay Hyman Director of Outreach and Communications
John Ancrum SPCA 3861 Leeds Ave. NORTH Charleston, S.C. 29405
Phone: 843-747-4849 x 206 or fax 843-747-1012

Call for Artists from the SPCA

For Immediate Release Call for Entries

Art is in the air! It’s that time of year when the JASPCA asks local artists to donate artwork to help carry out our mission to save animal’s lives. It is also the time of year when we give you the unique opportunity to have your art displayed in the most prestigious art showplace: The City Gallery at Waterfront Park in Charleston, SC.
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The John Ancrum Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (JASPCA) is planning the 3rd annual “Furry Affair” an art event. The event has raised over $40,000. each year for the abused, neglected and abandoned animals in our care. Each year, JASPCA takes in more than 10,000 animals as well as operating two adoption centers, we have a low-cost spay/neuter clinic, have taken a leadership role in prosecuting dog-fighting rings in SC, and offer a range of educational programs. This past Feb. we broke ground on our new 31,000 sf humane facility to be completed in Jan. 08 at a cost of nearly $10 Million.
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Your donation is so important to us and to our show that we are hoping you will consider giving a gift of your artistic talents this year! This premier juried art exhibit and auction will take place on Friday, the 24th of August from 6 PM to 9 PM. All mediums will be accepted. Artist's original works of art will be exhibited at the prestigious City Gallery for several days prior to the event and then auctioned at the gala.
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"Furry Affair" is a juried show and we are looking for pieces which reflect our theme, “Animals and our world of beauty.” Artist's who donate to the event will receive an invitation for themselves and a guest to the event. The deadline for works of art entries is Monday July 30th. Any questions, please e-mail info@jaspca.com
Thank you;
Kay Hyman Director of Outreach and Communications
John Ancrum SPCA; 3861 Leeds Ave. Charleston, S.C. 29405
Phone: 843-747-4849 x 206 or fax 843-747-1012