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This will be the third annual "January Open Call for Artists" exhibit hosted by the Gourgaud Gallery. Daniel Thomas, Chairperson for the yearly event and member of the Gourgaud Gallery Committee is pleased to announce that he is expecting the usual great attendance for this annual event. Last year there were over 22 artists with 45 pieces of original art on display. All art will feature the theme of "Winter Light" and various mediums from oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, photography and collage will fill the walls at the Gourgaud Gallery through the month of January.

The reception will be on Sunday, January 8 from 1-3 PM in the Gourgaud Gallery, located in Town Hall. This year the reception has the theme “ Celtic Tea.” Traditional Celtic Teas and cooking will be offered, and if you’re on time a chance to try Prince Williams Chocolate Cake from the Royal Wedding. We also hope to have a Bagpiper as well. Many of the artists will be available to share and discuss their work with the visitors.

Be sure to visit the gallery and view winter scenes at their best. The artwork is for sale with 20% of each sale going to support the Cranbury Arts Council and its programs. Cash or a check made out to the Cranbury Arts Council is accepted as payment. The gallery is located at Cranbury Town Hall, 23-A North Main Street in Historic Cranbury, New Jersey.
see the posting after this blog, on the interview with Dan Thomas.

Daniel Thomas
"Winter Light"

OPEN CALL EXHIBIT – WINTER LIGHT

By Bob Gilbert



The January 2012 exhibit at the Gourgaud Gallery features paintings by various artists on the theme of “Winter Light”. 



The following is a Q & A with Daniel Thomas, a member of the Cranbury Arts Council who originates and organizes the Open Call Exhibits.  In the Q & A, Dan shares some interesting information about this exciting show.



Q: What is the concept of the yearly January "Open Call Exhibit"? (i.e., origin, how long it's been done, etc.)



This is the third year I believe. It was started to give all artists the
chance to exhibit at the gallery based on a different yearly winter theme.



Q: How did you select this year's Open Call Exhibit subject, "Winter Light"?



I thought of a theme that would allow all artists to express themselves in
whatever medium they chose. This year the theme encompasses a Celtic Tea
which plays off the time of year when tea is drunk and music is played to
while away the dark winter nights.



Q: The artist reception for the Winter Light exhibit, which takes place on Sunday, January 8, 2012 (1PM-3PM) features refreshments in the form of a "Celtic Tea". For those unfamiliar, what is a Celtic Tea (history, etc.,) and does it relate to the theme of the exhibit?



Celtic tradition in any of the Celtic nations meant that because of the
inclement weather during the harsh winter months, people would find
nourishment and solace from wholesome foods and good music. Each nation has
its own way of doing it. For example, traditional Welsh cakes are popular in
Wales. Scotland has traditional Bannock Cakes as well. Tea is central to
all, with a strong black tea being a common favorite. For this event, I will
be baking a smaller version of the Wedding Cake requested by Prince William
for his wedding, which should be a fun addition.



Q: If someone wishes to participate in next year's "Open Call Exhibit", when will the topic be announced, how can they find out about it, and what is the process for submitting art work for inclusion in the exhibit?

I need them to provide their contact info, especially e-mail so they can be
included in the November mailings. All the details for submission are
contained in that e-mail. Flyers are also posted around Cranbury and the
gallery.

Information and applications for all group shows at the Gourgaud Gallery can also be downloaded from the Cranbury Arts Council Web site: http://www.cranburyartscouncil.org/.  

and viewed on the Gourgaud Gallery Blog:  www.Gourgaudgallery.blogspot.com

The Gourgaud Gallery is located in Cranbury Town Hall, 23-A North Main Street, Cranbury, New Jersey 08512.
Monday-Friday 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
First, third, and last Sunday, 1:00-3:00 p.m

Winter workshop Series

see www.Cranburyartscouncil.org for details

click on above picture for a larger image

Gourgaud Gallery Winter Workshops 2012

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Saturday January 21stth –“Color Lecture” with Tamsen Granger

9-10 am, $ 10 members and non-members

____ 01/21/12 -followed by Painter’s workshop-w/ Lisa Walsh

10-1 pm , $ 30 Members, $ 40 non-members

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Saturday February 11th – Collage w/ Tamara Woronczuk

9-12:30 pm $ 30 members, $ 40 non-members

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Saturday March 10- Watercolor w/ Barbara Cox

_____ Session one, 9-12:30 pm $ 30 members, $ 40 non-member

_____ Session two, 1-4 pm $ 30 members, $ 40 non-members

Both sessions

$ 50 members, $ 70 non-members

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Saturday April 14- Pastels w/ Lizzi Schippert

10-1 pm $ 30 members, $ 40 non-members

Please mark those workshops that you would like to participate in, and please make

checks out to the Cranbury Arts Council.

Mail order form and checks to

Gourgaud Gallery

23-A North Main Street

Cranbury, NJ 08512

Contact Colleen Cahill at

cranburyartscouncil@gmail.com with any questions.

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