April 2024
Berkeley Arts Council News
14th Annual Art and Earth Juried Exhibit
The Berkeley Arts Council (BAC) announces the 14th Annual Art & Earth Juried Art Exhibit. The exhibit will be on display from Wednesday April 24 to Saturday June 1, 2024 at the Berkeley Art Works, 116 North Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV.
Juror: Abigail Gomez, Adjunct Professor or Art at Shenandoah University
First Latina to serve as Chair of the Virginia Commission for the Arts, First Chair of the VCA's IDEA Committee; Currently serving on the national board of directors for NASAA: National Assembly of State Arts Agencies; Fellow of NALAC Leadership Institute in San Antonio and Advocacy Leadership Institute in Washington DC. Abigail was Founder and Director of Arte Libre VA.
In the Art Works:
Volunteer Opportunities – Exhibits and More
The Berkeley Arts Council wouldn't exist without its volunteers!
We are currently seeking members to learn all aspects of producing an exhibit. They will work closely with other experienced members to learn the process. Our annual, nationally renowned "Art and Earth" exhibit is approaching. This is a priceless opportunity! If you are interested but intimidated at the thought of a nationally juried show, we are inviting proposals for exhibits to fill our gallery during the coming year. Have an engaging idea for a new exhibit? We'd love to hear it! And if you would like to help produce it, we will teach you how. Email your interest to berkeleyartswv@gmail.com, with "Exhibits" in the subject line.
We have a variety of openings in other areas. Chances are there is something perfect for your interests and availability. Even something as simple as commenting on and sharing our social media posts furthers our programming by boosting the algorithm. Think about what you love to do, and how it can help Amplify the Arts!
Did you know the Berkeley Arts Bulletin showcases not just local events but regional opportunities, exhibits, performances and concerts? And we have many "hidden gems" in the area! If you or your organization are sponsoring an art-related event, you can submit your information to berkeleyartswv.org/bab/. (Note: this is the method to get your news published, as we don’t post press releases received via email.)
Art Instruction
Registration open for March and April classes.
With classes already underway, peruse our listings now and sign up to be sure you don’t miss your favorite technique, or expanding your experience with a medium you are learning. Favorite classes fill quickly! We’re also adding opportunities for younger learners. See the descriptions for details.
For details, materials lists, schedules, class prices, and to register, visit https://berkeleyartswv.org/instruction/. Pre-registration is required and space is limited. Classes are held at the Berkeley Art Works, 116 N. Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV.
We maintain compliance with current federal requirements with regard to Covid-19 protocols. Additional proof of vaccination or masking requirements may be required at the individual instructor's discretion.
Art Classes at the Berkeley Art Works
Introduction to Pysanky
April 3, 2024;1-5PM
Come and dye Easter eggs with us!! With a backdrop of Ukrainian folk music as well as folk tales read to you from Pysanky Egg books, you will learn beginner skills that will enable you to “write” beautiful Pysanky eggs! The purpose of creating Pysanky, according to Ukrainian folk tales, is to transfer goodness from the household to the designs which helps restrain evil in the world. Once varnished, the decorated egg is quite sturdy although still breakable.
Instructor:Cynthia Hueseman
Details and Registration
Creating Collage
When: April 04, 2024 – April 25, 2024
4 sessions
1. April 04, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
2. April 11, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
3. April 18, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
4. April 25, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
Wondering what to do with all those Gelli prints you made? Have a collection of magazine pictures you’ve been saving? Well, we have an artistic way to utilize them. Come join the fun! Cut, tear and rip your way into creativity while painting with paper.
Instructor: Jeanne Marie McClure
Details and Registration
Pysanky for Beginners-Kid-Friendly!
April 6, 2024;11:30am – 3:30pm
Come and dye Easter eggs with us!! With a backdrop of Ukrainian folk music as well as folk tales read to you from Pysanky Egg books, you will learn beginner skills that will enable you to “write” beautiful Pysanky eggs! The purpose of creating Pysanky, according to Ukrainian folk tales, is to transfer goodness from the household to the designs which helps restrain evil in the world. Once varnished, the decorated egg is quite sturdy although still breakable.
Instructor:Cynthia Hueseman
Details and Registration
Intermediate Pysanky
April 10, 2024;1-5PM
Are you ready to acquire more skills in the folk art of Pysanky? With a backdrop of Ukrainian folk music as well as historical information read to you from Pysanky Egg books, you will learn intermediate skills that will enable you to “write” beautiful more complex Pysanky eggs! Many tips will be shared and you will receive instructional handouts. As a reminder, the purpose of creating Pysanky, according to Ukrainian folk tales, is to transfer goodness from the household to the designs which helps restrain evil in the world. As you know, once varnished, the decorated egg is quite sturdy although still breakable.
Instructor:Cynthia Hueseman
Details and Registration
Hearing Your Artistic Voice
When: April 13, 2024 – April 20, 2024
2 sessions
1. April 13, 2024, 10:00 AM 4:00 PM
2. April 20, 2024, 10:00 AM 4:00 PM
We’ve all been exhorted to “find our artistic voice”. What if that voice is already within you, begging to be heard? This workshop will introduce a process that will reveal what your artistic voice is trying to say, and the path down which it longs to lead you! Explore creative possibilities while learning essential mindset skills that will push you past imposter syndrome, inner critics, and the “messy middle” to complete a new piece of art- or inspire a whole body of work.
Instructor: Kirsten Lee
Details and Registration
Landscape Drawing Outdoors
Session 1: April 17, 2024; 1-4PM
Session 2: April 24, 2024; 1-4PM
Session 3: May 1, 2024; 1-4PM
Session 4: May 8, 2024; 1-4PM
Would you like to learn how to draw outdoors? The good news is you do not have to be able to draw a straight line as there are very few straight lines in nature. 😊 In fact, no drawing experience whatsoever is needed for this workshop. You will learn the basics of drawing so that the natural view before you makes an interesting composition and appears three-dimensional and realistic with proper attention to perspective and application of artistic technique. Upon completion of this workshop, you will have a well-drawn landscape that could become the foundation for a painting. I also hope that upon conclusion of this workshop, you continue to draw. Please note that the location of the outdoor workshop will be announced as we get closer to the start of the workshop.
Instructor:Cynthia Hueseman
Details and Registration
Birdhouse Design and Painting!
April 27, 2024;11:30am – 3:30pm
Earth Day is April 22 and what better way to celebrate the event than to paint birdhouses! Since I know school is in session, we can celebrate on Saturday, April 27. We will use acrylic paints to decorate bird houses that can be taken home and hung up outside! We will use birdhouses made of good quality wood with a link chain for hanging.
Instructor:Cynthia Hueseman
Details and Registration
Oil Painting – Buildings!
4 sessions
#1. May 15, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
#2. May 22, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
#3. May 29, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
#4. June 05, 2024, 1:00 PM 4:00 PM
Spring is here! Come outside and paint the town! Or… at least a building! Oil Painting is a wonderful, forgiving form of painting that is excellent for beginning painters. Its slow dry times and re-workable surface are excellent for making changes. Blending colors in oils is very beautiful. The colors retain their rich hues and look fresh for many, many years.
Instructor: Cynthia Huesman, Palette and Quill Studio, LLC
Details and Registration
Birth Art Exploration
June 01, 2024 (New Date!)
2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
The perfect Mothers’ Day gift for moms, grandmas, and moms-to-be! Birth art combines art with intuition to prepare for or process childbirth, parenting, and a lifetime of motherhood. There will be time to discuss anything you feel led to discuss with the certified birth and postpartum doula and certified childbirth educator. Learn how art can help guide you to give birth and parent the best way you can!
Instructor: Dani Johnson
Details and Registration
Would You Like to Teach for the Berkeley Arts Council?
We are looking for qualified individuals to teach classes, events and workshops. Ideas and class proposals for all age groups, abilities, interests, and skill levels in all arts, including visual, music, performing, literary arts and more are welcome. Instructors are paid. Programs may be taught via Zoom, in-person, or by a hybrid method. Interested? Please send an e-mail to berkeleyartswv@gmail.com with the subject line: “Instructor”.
Berkeley Arts Council Gift Cards
Got someone on your list that’s hard to buy for? We have gift cards, which can be purchased in any amount. They can be used to purchase artwork from our co-op or exhibits, or even class tuition.
Join Us!
We hope you find the information in our arts bulletin interesting and helpful. The Berkeley Arts Bulletin seeks to publicize arts events throughout the reason. While activity in the past year has been limited for obvious reasons, the Arts Council is working to adapt our services and activities and we continue to look forward to a return to an active arts community in the Eastern Panhandle and the surrounding communities. If you live in the Panhandle and value this service, please consider joining the Berkeley Arts Council or renewing if you are not currently a member. Your support will help ensure that we will be able to continue to "Amplify the Arts" for arts organizations, individual artists, and the art-loving public throughout the region. Please visit https://berkeleyartswv.org/join-us/
We have posted special online galleries of work by our Berkeley Art Works artists. Click on this image to view the artwork or visit the web site at https://berkeleyartswv.org/artists-at-the-works-galleries/
Hours at the Berkeley Art Works
Wednesday-Friday 11-5; Saturday, 11am-4pm
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Arts Around the Region
Art Exhibits
Continuing through April 30
The Art of Richard Keuroglian. South Jefferson Library is pleased to host our latest art exhibition featuring the drawings and paintings of Richard Keuroglian. Mr. Keuroglian has the following to say about his craft. “As I enter my 85th year, I simply enjoy drawing and painting as a way to express myself, and sincerely hope you enjoy my work as well.” The exhibit can be viewed in the meeting room during library hours. at South Jefferson Library, 49 Church Street, Summit Point, WV 25446. M-Th – 9-6; Sat – 10-2; Sun – 1-5; Closed Fridays; free. 304-725-6227 www.sojeffersonlibrary.com or floyds (at) sojeffersonlibrary .com
Continuing Through June 4
Cumberland Valley Artists Exhibition. This juried exhibition, held at the museum since 1933, focuses on various types of photography by artists in the Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia region. Jurors were Anne Gridley and Gary Graves of Gridley + Graves Photographers. Organized by the Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. This exhibition is graciously supported by Hugh and Marty Talton, Delaplaine Foundation, and Washington County Arts Council. At Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. T-F. 10-5, Sat 10-4, Sun, 1-5. Free. 301-739-57527 https://wcmfa.org/ or cschelle (at) wcmfa .org
April 4-28
Members' Show and Reception. We're Showing off! Please join us to celebrate the creation of new work by our talented members. A reception with light refreshments will be held on April 13, from 1-3 PM. at 108 N. George Street, Charles Town, WV 25414. Thur, Fri, Sun – 11am-5pm; Sat. 12-4 PM; free. 304-724-2090 www.firehousegallerywv.org or firehousegallery2022 (at) gmail .org
April 5-28
"Cat-titude". Work by local and regional artists, members of Valley Art exhibit in all mediums. at Mansion House, Hagerstown City Park, Hagerstown, MD. Fridays and Saturdays 11am-4pm Sundays1-5; Free. www.valleyartassoc.org or cawilks44 (at) gmail .com
April 4-May 17
Ira S. Lourie and WCPS: Abstracts & Patterns. Tues-Fri: 11am-5pm Sat: 10am -4pm or by Appt Sun-Mon: closed. Opening Reception: April 4 from 5pm to 7pm at the galleries, 34 S Potomac St, Ste 100, Hagerstown, MD 21740 Virtual Exhibit available online April 6. (Please use the A&E Parking Deck located at 25 Renaissance Way.) https://www.washingtoncountyarts.com/
April 13-24
Washington County Public Schools Art Exhibition: Elementary and Secondary. Works of student art from kindergarten through grade 12 showcase the artistic talents and dedication of public school students and their teachers. Extended hours are Thursdays, April 18 and 25, and May 9 and 16, until 8 p.m. Organized by Washington County Public Schools. This exhibition is graciously supported by Volvo Group Trucks and Washington County Arts Council. At Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown. Sat, 10-4, Sun, 1-5, Tu-Fri, 10-5, special hours 4/18 4/25 , 10-8; Washington County Public Schools. Free. 301-739-5727 https://wcmfa.org/ or cschelle (at) wcmfa .org
May 3-26
"In My Garden" Work by local and regional artists, members of Valley Art Association exhibit in all mediums. at Mansion House City Park, Hagerstown, MD. Fridays and Saturdays 11-4 Sundays 1-5; free. valleyartassoc.org or cawilks44 (at) gmail .com
Special Events
April 25
Let's Talk Art. (Online event) Executive Director Sarah Hall and Agnita M. Stine Schreiber Curator Daniel Fulco will discuss recent acquisitions. Free. Register in advance for the link by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli (at) wcmfa.org. Thurs, 6-8; Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. Free. 301-739-5727 https://wcmfa.org/ or drastelli (at) wcmfa .org
May 17-19
Makers 3 – Pottery | Basketry | Jewelry. Join Blue Goose Pottery, Bee is for Basket, and Dancing Light Studio for a spring pop-up shop showcasing their newest work, located at Evolve Shepherdstown, 106 W. German St., Shepherdstown, WV (right next to the Sweet Shop). We will have new functional pottery and whimsical basketry for your home, along with unique, handcrafted jewelry to complete your look. Stop by to visit us, then enjoy the Back Alley Garden Tour or the Shepherdstown Farmers Market. Shepherdstown, WV. Friday 1pm – 6pm, Saturday 10am – 6pm, Sunday 9am – 4pm; Blue Goose Pottery, Bee is for Basket, Dancing Light Studio. FREE. https://www.facebook.com/events/847473790467940/847473803801272/ or bluegoosepottery (at) gmail .com
Theatre
April 19 – 28
The Musical SISTER ACT. When Disco Diva, Deloris Van Cartier, witnesses a mob murder, the policy put her in protective custody in a convent. Disguised as a nun, she does not mix with the rigid lifestyle and breathes new life into the church and community. At Old Opera House Theatre – Charles Town. 8:00pm Fridays & Saturdays, 2:30pm Sundays; WVU Medicine. $22 Adult, $19 Seniors, $15 Youth under age 18. 3047254420 https://www.oldoperahouse.org/ or ooh (at) oldoperahouse .org
Art Classes
April 3
Empowering Creativity for Adults with Special Needs. Taught by artist and educator Katherine Peterson. Explore your artistic talents in a supportive environment. Register by calling Donna at 3.1-739-5727. at Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown . Wed, 2-3pm; Washington County Museum of Fine Arts. $15 per person or $12 for museum members and members of Washington County Self-Directed Services. 301-739-5727 https://wcmfa.org/ or drastelli (at) wcmfa.org
April 6 – May 25
Teen Studio. Join us for eight weeks of studio time inspired by the museum’s collection and exhibitions. This program is designed with independent study in mind, allowing students to express their personal style and strengthen their portfolios while receiving structured guidance from teaching artist Andy Matthews. Free, but must fill out an application found under Classes & Workshops at wcmfa.org. At Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD. Sat, 1-3pm; Free. 301-739-5727 https://wcmfa.org/ or drastelli (at) wcmfa.org
April 17 – June 12
Composition and Drawing 101. Artist and educator Don Viar will lead this hands-on class for adults. Students learn how to manipulate the principles and elements of design through line, shape, color, eye, movement, and more. $162 for museum members, $180 for general public. Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli (at) wcmfa.org. at Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, 401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD. Wed, 10-noon; $162 for museum members, $180 for general public. 301-739-5727 https://wcmfa.org/ or drastelli (at) wcmfa.org
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Deadline: the 20th of the month prior to the event. You may submit events up to two months in advance. The editors reserve the right to condense information to allow listing the maximum number of events.
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