December 2023 Newsletter: Join us for COLLECTIONS at MAC
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, December 9, 2023
Location: Mendocino Art Center, 45200 Little Lake Street, Mendocino
Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
Join us for COLLECTIONS, a special fundraising event that promises an engaging and enriching experience. This event is more than a celebration; it's an embodiment of MAC's commitment to fostering art and nurturing a community of artists and art enthusiasts. This event is also part of the Mendocino Candlelight Shopping Night.
COLLECTIONS, a Benefit for MAC will be a silent auction and gallery show, with wonderful art pieces selected for this special event from artists including, Howard Wheatley Allen, Dorr Bothwell, Jan Stussy, Bill Zacha and many others, along with other auction items. All the auction and gallery sales will directly benefiting MAC’s mission to be the “Place Art Happens” in Mendocino, by providing essential funds for MAC Programs.
Save the Date! & Enjoy Local Cuisine in Support of the MAC
~ No Tickets Necessary ~
Coming Soon!
Perfect for the Holiday season!
Drop In to MAC for a Pottery Night Out
Infuse creativity into your night! Join us on December 8th from 6 - 8:30 pm, Friday evening for Pottery Night Out at MAC. This unique offering allows anyone to enjoy an evening of ceramic wheel-throwing in a cozy, intimate setting.
Bring your favorite wine or beverage to sip on as you craft! It's the perfect blend of fun, comfort, and artistry. And the best part? One of your creations will be fired and glazed, providing you with a beautiful keepsake to treasure.
Happening on campus!
Pomo Tile Project
Meyo Marrufo, Bonnie Lockhart, and Eric Wilder working on various ceramic tiles comprised of figurative, animals, and landscape elements to create a major composition. Throughout November they have been working together with technical assistance from Katie Applebaum to create these ceramic works. As the second phase of the tile project, these artists are working diligently to have the ceramic tiles finished by the new year in hopes to have them installed by spring.
Relief Printmaking for Social Justice
with
Nicholas Collins
Printmaking Workshop
Date: Saturday & Sunday, December 16th & 17th 10am - 4pm
Cost: MAC Members: $301 - Non-members: $430
What to expect:
Design & Layout Techniques
Carving & Printing Methods
look back into the history of reactionary art forms
Jewelry/Metals Open Studio Evenings at the Mendocino Art Center
with
Nancy Gardner from Outlaw Studios
Tuesdays, December 5th, 12th, 19th
in the Susan Elizabeth Woods Studio
4:30 - 7:30 PM
$20.00
Attendees are encouraged to come with their own project ideas and materials ~ Nancy will be there for encouragement and guidance.
The Jewelry/Metals Studio is a great community resource that has lots of great tools and equipment that is there for your use and benefit.
Some materials available for purchase ~ for more information contact Nancy below
Looking forward to seeing you in the studio!
~ INTUITIVE DRUM SONG ~
THE TRADITION OF FRAME DRUMMING WOMEN IN MENDOCINO
Fall Session – The Gift of Healing, Elemental Water
December 7, 14
Life Drawing Open Studio
Wednesdays from 1:30 to 4:30 pm in the Stevenson Studio
$15 per session cash or check to:
Mendocino Figure Drawing Collective
What to bring:
drawing board
paper - newsprint, Acid free drawing paper, sketch book, etc.
charcoal, charcoal pencils, kneaded eraser, etc. whatever you like
easel -if you have one ( easels and tables available)
No formal instruction. Assistance available upon request
The Gallery Store is still one of the best places to purchase those hard to find quality creative products. From Jewelry to original paintings, the Gallery Store is professionally curated and the staff is always ready to help.
Fall Store Hours: Open Thursday - Monday 11am - 4pm