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2008 Exhibit Schedule

JANUARY 18—FEBRUARY 4

Member Show

This juried show, featuring work by Krasl members, faculty, and adult students was an exciting display of local talent. A variety of media including drawing, painting, ceramics, photography, and prints were Juried by Jacqueline Welsh, Curator of Education, Public Programs, at the Snite Museum of Art University of Notre Dame. The show was also juried and curated by William Tourtillotte, former chief curator, South Bend Regional Museum of Art.

Location: Dar Davis Gallery, Gallery II, III & Lobby
Art Talk: January 18, Friday, Jacqueline Welsh and William Tourtillotte discussed the artwork included in the exhibition.

FEBRUARY 10—APRIL 6

Rooted in Tradition

Art Quilts from the Rocky Mountain Quilt Museum

This exhibition told the story of three decades of the Art Quilt Movement in America, from the early 1980s through today. Included were quilts from 58 artists, each of whom has a special place in the movement's history.

Location: Dar Davis Gallery and Galleries II, III, & Lobby
Reception: Friday, February 15
Art Talk: Saturday, March 1, Ellen Anne Eddy, professional fiber artist, will gave a slide presentation. Free.
Underwritten by: Erica's Craft and Sewing Center, South Bend; The Red Purl Knit Shop, Niles; Loving Stitches Quilt Shop, Stevensville; Ivelise's Yarn Shop, Benton Harbor; and Carol's Quilt Cottage, Riverside.

APRIL 11—MAY 18

Sculpture Drawings

Kerry Binnington

Krasl Art Center's own Kerry Binnington is the artist of Sculpture Drawings. This exhibit shows the Krasl Art Center's sculpture collection in a whole new way. Enjoy the richness of line and the textures that are highlighted. Sculpture maquettes will also be on display, thus allowing viewers the opportunity to marvel at the exceptional line work and eye for detail that Kerry displays.

Location: Dar Davis Gallery
Reception: Friday, April 11, 5:30—7:30 pm

Abstract Paintings

Dale Threlkeld

The Abstract Painting exhibit showcases the abstract-expressionist work of Dale Threlkeld. These dynamic paintings function as an exploration of the territory between the explicable and the inexplicable. Color is used brilliantly in these large-scale paintings.

Location: Gallery II
Underwritten by Modern Dentistry Associates

Glass Art

Paul Stankard

The Glass Art exhibition features the work of Paul Stankard, renowned glass designer. Glass orbs and cubes of varying size and organic subject matter will be on display.

Location: Gallery III & Lobby

MAY 23—JULY 20

Lighthouse Photography

Gary Martin

Gary Martin's series of dynamic photographs of area lighthouses includes those from Grand Haven, South Haven, Holland, and our own North Pier Lighthouse in St. Joseph.

Location: Dar Davis Gallery
Reception: Friday, May 23, 5:30—7:30 pm
Underwritten by Chemical Bank.

Abstract Landscape

Stephen Moss

Guest curator: Craig Smith from Craig Smith Gallery

Stephen Moss shows that landscape has a supernatural component. When he paints the landscape, he essentially creates a pattern of colors and shapes on a flat surface.

Location: Gallery II

Tension Sculpture

Patrick McKearnan

Patrick McKearnan's tension sculptures include various types of wood and steel that combined provide the viewer with a sense of intrigue.

JULY 24—SEPTEMBER 7, 2008

Biennial Sculpture Invitational

Guest curator: Sherry Giryotas

The Krasl Art Center has invited approximately twenty sculptors from the region and beyond. The mediums are variable as are the forms and ideas that are presented. Enjoy a day exploring art in three dimensions from cutting edge contemporary artists. You will see the best and most accomplished regional sculptors.    

Location: Krasl grounds and along the St. Joseph River
Underwritten by K & M Machine-Fabricating, Inc.

SEPTEMBER 12—NOVEMBER 2

Text Show

Harry Borgman, Scott Covert, Ed Fella, Craig M. Smith, Rene Ricard, and others

Guest curator: Craig Smith of Craig Smith Gallery

This show is about the art of designing with type. It features a number of artists including Scott Covert and Ed Fella, who have drawn their inspiration from typography.

Location: Dar Davis Gallery, Galleries II, III & Lobby
Reception: Friday, September 12, 5:30—7:30 pm

NOVEMBER 7—NOVEMBER 13

Holly Market & Soup'sOn

Local Artists

This fall festival combines the popular HollyMarket and Soup'sOn Luncheon, where visitors can purchase wonderful artisan creations and enjoy a warm lunch. It's a delightful way to kick off your holiday shopping. Find out more!

Location: Throughout Krasl Art Center

NOVEMBER 27—JANUARY 1, 2009

Prints by Women

Mary Cassatt, Kathe Kollwitz, Berthe Morisot, Mary Nimmo Moran, and others.

American and European prints from the Georgia Museum of Art from the 1880s to the 1980s are featured. These women broke through social and cultural barriers and took an active role in the popular etching revival.

Michigan Hot Glass

Albert Young

Enjoy mixed media sculptures by respected Michigan artist and educator Albert Young. He has been a respected glass artist and teacher in Michigan for nearly twenty years. Many of Albert Young's assymentrical sculptures give the viewer the impression that they are made from something other than glass and metal.