We’re talkin’ the walk
The 22nd annual White Street Studio Walk will take place Friday, may 18, 4 — 10 p.m. Local artists who will welcome the public into homes and studios to view their latest works will be joined by more than forty guest artists from the Eureka Springs area showing weaving, watercolors, jewelry, oils, pottery, stained glass and much more.
Among those displaying are 22-year show veterans: weaver Eleanor Lux, watercolorist Zeek Taylor and painter/sculptor Mary Springer. Turquoise flags will identify participating locations. White Street is on the upper historic loop, not far from the Crescent Hotel. The event is free.
Pop Up theater in the park
Saturday, may 19 at 11 a.m. in Basin Spring Park, come see Youth Pop Up Theater. As part of an Arkansas Heritage Month grant, ESDN is hosting a small vignette highlighting past Eureka Springs residents and the work they did to put our town on the map. Youth of all ages can still participate! Rehearsals at Soul Motion Studio. questions? call (479) 244-5074.
Ryan just in Thyme on Saturday
Denise Ryan is Eureka Thyme’s featured artist at this week’s Gallery Stroll. Come meet Denise and see her new creations from 1 — 4 p.m. on Saturday, may 19. She’ll also be on hand from 6 — 9 p.m.
Cocktails for a Cause
Three cheers to ESSA! Or was that three beers? Join ESSA and ESDN at Chelsea’s on Thursday, may 17, from 5 — 7 to support their purchase of a SawStop safety device for ESSA’s wood studio. Cover is $10 and 30% of drink sales go towards the nonprofits. Gift certificates for $50 off ESSA classes will be door prizes. Raise a glass and support a cause!
New twist on copper at Zarks
On Saturday, may 19, the gallery will host Shea Yetta and her new collection of deeply personal jewelry, “A Twist on Copper.”
Shea Yetta’s southern roots are deeply tangled in the heart of new Orleans and her art reflects the city’s style, its eclectic mix of old and new, and at times can be a little off center. Each piece is a blend of glass, scrap metal, found objects, recycled materials, and previously loved fragments — all refurbished from her past and present. Come hear the story of each piece at an artist’s reception from 6 — 9 p.m.
Also, nationally-known artist, jeweler, and metalsmith, Teri Logan, who could not be here this year, has sent an enticing selection of pieces for her collectors. Her month-long trunk show will continue through may 31.
Find Zarks Gallery at 67 Spring Street. For more information call (479) 253-2626, check online at zarksgallery.com, or email .
One of a kind … one at a time … at Iris
Iris at the Basin Park again welcomes gallery favorite, Georgia ceramic artist, Sue Chisholm. Her wall art includes wall pockets, plaques and scrolls; and her unique Nativity set continues to evolve. Stop in and visit with Sue Saturday between 1 — 4 or 6 — 9 p.m. during this week’s Gallery Stroll.
What’s in the Jewel Box?
Wayne Schmidt will be the featured artist this week, showing new jewelry creations in silver and natural gemstones. Pendants inspired by black druzy and opals will also be shown along with a new selection of turquoise.
Reception for the artist will be Saturday May19 from 6 — 9 p.m. at the Jewel Box’s new location, 40 Spring Street. 253-7828.
Photographer and tin maker at Tinmaker & Glitz
Tinmaker & Glitz at 45 1/2 Spring Street welcomes Steve Wood, a young photographer with an amazing talent, into the Eureka Springs art world. an Airborne veteran, he started photography as therapy for his PTSD, until one morning he woke up and realized it was no longer just therapy — he had fallen in love with the world of photography.
His work has been in Mother Earth News and featured on their website. Come meet Steve on Saturday, may 19, between 1 — 7 p.m.
Daniel Larmay will also be showing his tin art. using 100 year old ceiling tin as his medium, Daniel’s beautiful tin art is in homes in the United States, Europe, South America, and as far away as new Zealand.
Wine, lemonade and appetizers will be served during the artists’ reception.
Arts are fun at Signature Gallery
Susan Morrison Signature Gallery sets out to prove the arts are fun! On Saturday from 6 — 9 p.m. Susan will be showing her work in an atmosphere full of fun and playfulness and will be signing and giving away free posters and books. Tables will be set up with pencils and paper so children can try their hand at drawing what they see on the walls with Susan as their guide. 78 Spring Street, 253-8788.
Gentle at Prospect
The Prospect Gallery hosts the phenomenal Drew Gentle, whose works both reflect and break gloriously free from his 30-year background in animation. Drew’s paintings are a dizzying delight of movement, color and personalities, captured by a master. Come see! Meet Drew between 6 — 9 p.m. at 42 Prospect. 253-5012.
Check it Out on Main
On Saturday, may 19, Out on Main (#1 Basin Spring Ave, above the new Delhi) will feature oil paintings by Arkansas artist Barbara Loftin. recently featured in @Urban Magazine, Barbara’s paintings, in her own words, attempt to “tell a short story or capture a moment in time.” Show/reception from 5 — 9 p.m. (479) 253-8449.
Instilling art at Enthios
Avant Garde in the Ozarks will present The 9th Wave Experiential Art Instillation at Enthios Art Venue may 25 — June 9 featuring Artists Adrian Frost, Drew Gentle, Marvin Jonason, Randy Rust, sound artist Ranaga Farbiarz, Deerwomon and Wendi La Fey.
The 9th Wave opens a new door where the observer takes the next step in art appreciation and finds a deeper meaning with the artists and their art.
On Friday, may 25, meet the artists at 7 p.m. and enjoy “A Dream” an Interactive Instillation by Deerwomon, Randy Rust and Wendi La Fey at 8 p.m. in Studio B; “Imprint” a Performance Art Instillation by Marvin Jonason and daughter, Tamarah at 8:45 p.m. in A, and live music at 9 p.m.
On all other Fridays from 7 — 9 p.m. there will be gallery viewing. On Saturday at 4 p.m. — “A Dream,” an Interactive Instillation; at 4:45 p.m. — “Imprint” and at 5 p.m. — live music with Cosmic Roots. On Sundays through Wednesdays enjoy gallery viewing from 3 — 6 p.m.
Enthios Art Venue is located on Greenwood Hollow Road. 253-6830.
Crystal Bridges photo op
The Holiday Island Photography Guild will take a field trip to Crystal Bridges on Thursday, may 24. The group plans to have lunch together at the museum restaurant.
Those who are willing to drive and those needing rides will meet at the Holiday Island Rec Center parking lot at 9 a.m. Riders are asked to contribute $5 toward transportation costs. Those driving separately can meet up with the group around 10 a.m. at the museum front entrance (by the silver tree.)
As always, members of the public are welcome, and are encouraged to join the field trip. For more information, call Steve (479) 253-7075.
Intriguing theater
Intrigue Theater reopens Thursday, may 17, at the Gavioli, 80 Mountain Street. Stop by on Friday during the White Street Walk and see a free 15 minute sneak preview of Intrigue Theater in this fantastic new location. Locals are invited to attend Saturday’s 8 p.m. performance at a discounted local rate of $10. For more information please visit IntrigueTheater.com.
Second notices:
Poetluck may 17
The next Poetluck is set for Thursday, may 17, 6:30 p.m. at the Writers’ Colony at Dairy Hollow — it promises to be a great combination of excellent food, riveting writing and fellowship.
Come hear writer-in-residence, Joe Cangelosi, Textbook Brokers Professor of Marketing and Department Chair at the University of Central Arkansas. enjoy the potluck and share your work (that’s the “poet” part) at WCDH, 515 Spring Street. 253-7444 for more info.
There’s art in them thar’ hills
Finding Nature — Art in the Landscape is a group exhibit featuring 23 Eureka Springs artists opening at The Space with an artist reception Saturday, may 19, from 5 — 9 p.m. The exhibit, curated and organized by local artists Christopher Fischer and John Rankine, explores a variety of media and the personal connection the individual artist has with nature.
A closing ceremony is scheduled on Sunday, may 27, from 5 — 10 p.m. The public is invited. The Hills of Keels Creek is off Rockhouse Road, first road left after the second bridge.
The exhibit at The Space will be open to the public from may 19 — 26 and can be viewed between 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. The Space is at 2 Pine St. above Sweet Spring Antiques, across the street from the Post Office.
A pocket map will be available at various locations detailing site-specific installations. For more information, contact John Rankine at (479) 253-3326 or email . Check out the Finding Nature Facebook page for daily updates about the show.
“Art in Support of Clean Water”
Iris at the Basin Park is pleased to host the 10th Annual Student Art Exhibit of art students from Berryville and Eureka Springs High Schools.
Please visit the gallery all during may and see how art education in our schools has impacted these young artists. Pieces have been inspired by water conservation and preservation and how the quality of our water affects all humankind. Students are donating their work with proceeds from ESHS going to the Springs Committee. Berryville HS proceeds will go toward one of their local watershed organizations.
Art you can bank on
Work by some 50 artists will be distributed between Community first Bank, Cornerstone Financial Center, and Arvest Bank for the month of may. Artists receptions will be held at Cornerstone on may 17 from 5 — 7 p.m., and at Arvest on may 24 from 4 — 6 p.m.
The exhibition will be open for viewing now until June 1 at CFB and Arvest, and from may 7 until June 7 at Cornerstone.
ESSA’s Summer Workshops
begin Tuesday, may 29 with Beadwork with Eleanor Lux, Acrylic Painting with Denise Ryan, Digital Photography with Edward Robison, and Fused Glass with Suzy Hendrix. Experience the joy of connecting with your creative self now. Register online at ESSA-art.org, or by call (479) 253-5384.
ESSA continues to offer financial assistance for all wood and metal workshops. Download a Scholarship application under “Financial Aid” at ESSA-art.org.
Art in Opera
The Eureka Springs Opera Guild will present the 4th Annual Art in Opera Event for 2012 Opera in the Ozarks ticket holders this coming opera season, June 22 — July 20. Thirty invited artists will present original artwork inspired by opera at the Inspiration Point Fine Arts Center. Artwork will be on display in the rear of the theater. For further information, call Carol Saari at 981-3073.
Arty-facts for the fridge door
Artifacts Gallery has donated space for the 3rd Annual Eureka Springs Invitational Art Show in which more than 50 selected local artists are exhibiting. every Saturday in may, Artifacts’ artists will be on hand answering questions and demonstrating their techniques.
Saturday, may 19, 3 — 6 p.m. artist demonstration with folk artist Kim Kenney demonstrating woodworking and exhibiting her newest turned pieces. From 6 — 9 p.m. Meet the Artists with fine artist Diana Harvey (paintings) and Kim Kenney (wood).
Saturday, may 26, 3 — 6 p.m. artist demonstration with Barbara Robinson (painting). From 6 — 9 p.m., Meet the Artists with Jim Nelson (wood sculptures) and Barbara Robinson (paintings).
Artifacts will be open daily from 10 a.m. — 5 p.m. throughout may. (479) 363-6660.
