Fall ArtWalk 2009 Arts Venues

Annex 24 Gallery
24 W. Walnut St.
The Ol' Switch-a-Roo
Live painting performance by a group of artists, musical chairs style, showcasing both the synergy of intimate studio painting and the clash of media and styles. Participate in the Community Canvas to record the spirit of Fall ArtWalk 2009.

Arts Hotel Gallery*
Lancaster Arts Hotel, 300 Harrisburg Ave.
PARADIGMS LOST: John Milton Meets Thomas Kuhn
Gail Gray's works in mixed media of polymer paint, venetian plaster and glazes on canvas exemplify how philosophy, language, and science influence contemporary art. She invokes the pun to tease out connections between the poetic concepts of Milton and the discourse-changing thinking of Kuhn (The Structure of Scientific Revolutions) and emerges with images translated as art.
Fri Oct 16, 5-8pm: Opening artist reception with live jazz.

Barrick Design Candles
541 N. Mulberry St.
Barrick Open Studio
A showcase of candles in contemporary designs and a multitude of colors. Get a glimpse of how these unique candles are created. Artist reception.

Bethel Harambee Historical Services*
512 E. Strawberry St.
Multi-Cultural Arts Experience
Sat 10am-5pm & Sun 2-5pm: Meet the artists and see their work: Sewing and Patterns - Miss Minnie Vinson; Clay Molding by Scott, Jewelry Making - Barbara Brubaker, and Paintings and Sketches, portrait, still life, and abstract by Maria Clark.
Sat 1-3pm: Living the Experience - a dramatic reenactment of the Underground Railroad. Advance reservations recommended: 717.509.1177. Tickets may be purchased at the door. $30/adult;$15/child.
Sun 2-3pm: Family Storytelling Hour with Rita Clarke.

Building Character*
342 N. Queen St., rear
The Creative Outlet
Olde World Collectibles' colorized reproductions of Amish country scenes from the 1875 Atlas of Lancaster County. Plus a collection of workshops located in an historic tobacco warehouse. Over 50 artisans present functional art, collectable memorabilia, and more. Live artisan demonstrations.

Christiane David Gallery*
142 N. Prince St.
Surf and Curves
A display of oil and acrylic seascapes and waterscapes. Demonstrations by Christiane David and fashion consultations by designer Joelle Warnez. Artist reception with live music.

Circa
351 N. Market St.
Yokosuka In Lancaster: The Nature Photography of Melody McFarland
Photography of little-know flora and fauna of the Tokyo Bay region from the trained eye of a biology research scientist. Artist reception with recordings of contemporary and traditional Japanese music.

CityFolk
146 N. Prince St.
Offering French and American antiques as well as traditional American folk art and decorative accessories.

Cosas Gallery
257 W. King St.
The Art of Fiel Patricio
Abstract, experimental, and mixed media works by Fiel Patricio. Jewelry and mixed media works by Connie De Alva Higgins. Artist reception with Spanish wine tasting.

D&J Scott Galleries
323 N. Queen St.
Where Have All the Children Gone?
Remembering the innocence of childhood as portrayed by Kate Greenaway, Jessie Marion King, Beatrix Potter, and Dorothy Wheeler.

David the Goldsmith*
15 W. Chestnut St.
Jewelry Making, Lost Wax Method
Watch wax carving demonstrations by Master Goldsmith David Slaugh and learn how a ring is created. Photography by Les Addicott of Lancaster architect C. Emlen Urban's buildings.

Demuth Museum
120 E. King St.
Luigi Rist: Master Printmaker
Examining the printmaking of Luigi Rist (1888-1959). Rist was a master at capturing subtle painterly variations in his woodblock prints using the traditional Japanese method. Trained as a traditional oil painter, Rist began print-making in mid-life and perfected his methodology over a 10-year period. Rist spent the last four years of his life in Lancaster County.

DreamsCollide Studios [Spotlight on Tattoo Art]
7 S. Prince St.
ART on Canvas and Skin
Art takes many forms, and here you will find tattoo art along with paintings, photography, and sculpture. Tattoo demonstrations all day. Questions welcome -- satisfy your curiosity about body art! Artist reception with light snacks and beverages.

Eastern Market*
308 E. King St.
Fall Art Show - School District of Lancaster
Saturday only: 9am-2pm
Featuring artwork by students and teachers from the School District of Lancaster in varied media, 2-D and 3-D. Plus Eastern Market's affiliated artists, live music, prepared foods, fresh produce, and other delicious goodies.

Framing Concept
328 N. Queen St.
Wallace Wildflowers II
Fantasy artwork inspired by plants and flowers in mixed media by Ray Wallace. Artist reception.

Frey - Leitzke - Noble - Waak
329 N. Queen St., 2nd fl.
Frey, Leitzke, Noble, Waak
Group show featuring paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures by Dorothy Frey, Heidi Leitzke, Jay Noble, and Jeremy Waak. Fantastic landscapes, underwater fantasies, secret gardens, animals on the attack, and mechanical wire wonders. Meet the artists in their studio.

Fulton Theatre*
12 N. Prince St.
Theatre Special Effects
An interactive display/demonstration of theatrical special effects.

Gallery at Flowers by Paulette
258 N. Queen St.
Beth Cardwell Photography
Secializing in on-location portrait photography of family subjects, creating images with a relaxed modern flair. Artist reception.

Gallery dePaul Fine Art & Workshops
226 N. Arch St.
Behind the Scenes...a glimpse at the creative process
Fine art photographer and artist K. K. DePaul opens her private studio with an interactive display of experimental work in progress. Kallitypes, tintypes and non-silver photographic methods combine with vintage found objects in Kim's unique visual storytelling style. Experience the process from idea to completion and talk with the artist about her methods and approach. New work by the artist-students of Gallery dePaul Workshops also on display in the main gallery.

Garibaldi
245 W. King St.
Featuring the work of Connie De Alva Higgins and Pedro Arocho. Reception with music and sampling of fine Mexican cuisine.

Grace Photos/Grace Under Fire
Rachel's Cafe & Creperie, 309 N. Queen St.
Portrait photography and black & white greeting cards by Valerie Smith, along with pottery by MaryGrace Peters. Meet the artists outside the cafe.

Heritage Center Museum*
5 W. King St.
Amish Choices and more...
Learn about Amish history and culture in the special exhibit Amish Choices. Browse the permanent collection of decorative arts from folk art to elegant portraits that reflects the lives of people who have called Lancaster County home. Watch live demonstrations in the 1920's print shop (3rd fl).

Isadore Gallery
228 N. Prince St.
Drink in the Art: Ceramic Cup Show, and Jeff Geib's Drawings
Juried/Invitational Cup show featuring the works of 20+ national ceramic artists selected by Juror Regis Brodie. Fine artist Jeff Geib demonstrates his drawing techniques.

j. a. sharp Custom Jeweler
322 N. Queen St.
The Essence of People and Place: Painterly Photography from France, Italy and Closer to Home.
Linda Huddle's painterly enhancements of photographs tell the story of people and landscape. Artist reception.

Jerome Hershey
Cross Keys Coffee and Teas,* 34 N. Queen St.
Jerome Hershey - New and Recent Giclee Prints
Known for his lyrical abstract color paintings, this Lancaster artist's work is both stimulating and meditative. $28 from each print sold is your donation to a downtown Lancaster non-profit in recognition of Hershey's 28th Studio Anniversary. Artist in attendance.

Julia Swartz Gallery
17 N. Prince St., 2nd fl.
Small and Smaller
A show of small and miniature oil paintings on canvas. Artist reception.

Kalargyros Gallery
112 W. Orange St.
Recent acrylic paintings by David Sauer. Works by other artists of the cooperative in a variety of media. Hand-blown and hand-sculpted glass by Despina Kalargyros. Artist reception.

Kathleen Abel Studio
309 E. Chestnut St.
Zoo-Ba-Doo-Ba
Animals and abstracts in colorful shallow--relief paper sculpture by Kathleen Abel. Artist reception.

Kevin Lehman's Pottery*
560 S. Prince St.
17th Annual Strictly Functional Pottery National
See the best in contemporary American functional ceramics from over 100 artists, prominent and emerging, selected by expert juror Pete Pinnell. Live pottery demonstrations. Free off-street parking.

Keystone Art & Culture Center*
420 Pearl St. at Prangley St.
Pouring Out my Heart (in bronze)
Gina Michaels explores the intersection of the unconscious mind with nature, primal language, and the sacred in her solo exhibition of 20+ bronze sculptures ranging in size from a few inches to 10' tall. Plus, bronze creations by the youth of Lancaster Boys and Girls Club, a collaborative project with Keystone. Artist reception.
Sat 3pm: Gina Michaels explains her artistic process and technique while artisans pour molten bronze.

Lancaster Galleries
34 N. Water St.
Works on Paper: an Invitational Group Exhibition
An exhibition of paintings and drawings on paper, showcasing the use of paper as a support preferred by artists to display their visions intimately. Artists include: Michael Allen, Robert Andriulli, Eric Golias, Michael Heberlein, Bill Hudson, William Kocher, George Sorrels, and John David Wissler. Artist reception.

Lancaster Literary Guild
113 N. Lime St.
Celebrating the Centennail of American Playwright/Writer, William Saroyan
Featuring Saroyan's original paintings, original photographs of Saroyan by Carl Van Vechten, Saroyan's books and letters, and a variety of other images from the Saroyan Society.

Lancaster Museum of Art
135 N. Lime St.
Scott Wright: Paintings 1989-2009
The imagery of Wright's large-scale paintings encompasses the major rivers and ecosystems of the mid-Atlantic and grew out of digital photographs taken while over-flying rivers, marshes, and deltas in a small plane. Wright teaches painting and serves as Artist-in-Residence for the Wohlsen Center for the Sustainable Environment at F&M College. Fully illustrated catalogue with essays by Robert Berlind and Stanley I. Grand available.

Lancaster Quilt and Textile Museum
39 N. Market St.
Textile Traditions of Lancaster County
Special exhibition Rainbow Yarns: Navajo Rugs, Germantown Yarns & the PA Connection chronicles how brightly colored Germantown yarns were introduced by traders to Navajo weavers. The museum's permanent collection showcases quilts produced by Amish women in Lancaster County between the 1870's and the 1940's, along with other Amish artifacts in an interactive exhibition.

LIVE Green
Rain Barrel Art
In partnership with local artists and galleries, LIVE Green, an urban greening initiative based in the city of Lancaster, presents artistry on functional rain barrels. These one-of-a-kind barrels promote awareness of the positive impact rain barrels can have on storm water management. The barrels are on display at Building Character, Carmen & David's Creamery, Chestnut Hill Cafe, Living Light Gallery, and Mommalicious. Silent auction bids accepted.

Living Light Gallery
150 N. Prince St.
Nesting - art for a beautiful home
Introducing Hank Goodman Stoneware, decorative and functional, and showcasing signature hand-blown glass by Italian master Afro Celotto and New York's Willsea & O'Brien. Other fine art by local and international artists, and decorative housewares.

Liz Hess Gallery*
140 N. Prince St.
The All New 2009 Red Umbrella Collection
In her newest collection of original paintings, Liz Hess places the solitary figure with the red umbrella in various recognizable local settings, including Mt. Gretna, F&M College, and historic churches. Originals in acrylic, pastel, watercolor, and oil. Artist reception.

Mark-Finberg Gallery
104 W. Chestnut St.
A Brush with Nature
Offering Laura Mark-Finberg's realistic and impressionistic acrylic paintings and limited edition giclee prints based on nature. Artist reception.

Mary Hoyer Doll Company
24 N. Mulberry St.
Evolution - Fabric to Fashion
Welcoming fashion designer MeeAe Oh-Ranck and an exhibition of her original artwork along with her fabrics and fashions that were inspired by the artwork. In addition, the Mary Hoyer Doll Museum features a delightful collection of dolls from 1938 to the present. Artist reception.

Matthew Ivan Cherry Artist Studio
329 N. Queen St., 2nd fl., rear
Gilligan-AGAIN and Portraits of a Landscape
In Gilligan-AGAIN, a new series of paintings, Cherry portrays the self as titan-sized characters of Gilligan's Island. With Portraits of a Landscape, the artist debuts a new direction exploring bodily representation in the form of succulents and cacti. Drawings and paintings from previous projects also on display.

Mio Studio
616 Columbia Ave.
Eco-Friendly Jewelry
Artists Mayra Orama Muniz and Erica Millner make bracelets, necklaces, and earrings from remnant exotic woods and metals, creating miniature sculptures meant to be worn. Artist demonstrations, live music by Emily West, and refreshments. Free off-street parking.
Sat & Sun, 1pm: Free jewelry making classes.

Mommalicious/Smilin' Gal*
310 N. Queen St.
Accessorize Locally!
Meet local handbag designer Janell Almodovar and independent local jewelry designer Kerry Rohrbach on the front porch and find out how to give your wardrobe a 'local lift.'

Mulberry Art Studios* [Spotlight on Dance]
19-21 N. Mulberry St.
Marvels at Mulberry
Showcasing works in oil, acrylic, mixed media and photography by artists Gail Hines, Michael Occhionero, Tracy Feldman, Sam Beitzel, and others. Artist reception.

Sun Oct 18: Dance Showcase
2-3pm: Red Rose Scottish Country Dance Society performs reels, jigs and strathspeys (waltz), as well as ceilidh (party) dances with audience participation.
3-4pm: Dance Discovery of Lancaster demonstrates ballet and modern dance forms.
4:30-5pm: Imani Edu-Tainers present African dance and drumming.

Painted Desert Gallery
227 N. Duke St.
'Find Me in the Hills' Series by Carol Emerson
An artist's response to a significant loss. Expressions of grief through mixed media and mountain scenes. Journal entries, poetry, and music complete the tale of love and loss.

Pennsylvania Academy of Music*
42 N. Prince. St.
Where Education Meets Performance
Experience fine music performed live in the world-class acoustics of Steinman Hall. Student musicians perform at scheduled times throughout the weekend. Light refreshments. Free.

Pennsylvania Arts Experience, Orientation Center
114 N. Prince St.
The Pennsylvania Arts Experience
Exhibiting work in a variety of media by 20+ of the regional member trail artists, and portraits of trail artists in their studios by Bill Simone. Exhibiting artists include Ann DeLaurentis, Steve de Perrot, Mary Elizabeth, Rob Evans, Carol Galligan, Clarie Giblin, Jerome Hershey, Sylvia Lehman, JunCheng Liu, George Mummert, Carol Oldenburg, Robert Oughton, Robert Patierno, Sue Reno, Linda Mylin Ross, Ellen Slupe, Lou Schellenberg, Mimi Shapiro, David Stallings, Janette Toth, J.D. Wissler, and Mark Workman. Artist reception.

Pennsylvania College of Art & Design*
204 N. Prince St.
Mosaic: Mary Borgman and Rudy Gutierrez
Featuring evocative large-scale portraits drawn with charcoal on mylar by Borgman, and dynamic paintings by Gutierrez. Both of these nationally acclaimed artists explore themes of individual and cultural identity in their work. The Mosaic Project is a multicultural exhibition and educational program for students and families in Lancaster County, made possible by a grant from the Lancaster County Community Foundation.

Progressive Galleries*
323 N. Queen St., rear
My Place in History: Works by Eric Armusik, a contemporary realist painter, which chronicle the timeless narrative of a life's journey.
Dorian Park: Live Twitter installation presented by Unitheo.
Mini Film Festival: Short films from various local artists.

Red Raven Art Co.
138 N. Prince St.
Color!
Featuring Garden Mysteries and Secrets - paintings and pottery by Angela Shope; and Veneto and Others - works by Susan Gottlieb inspired by her recent travels abroad. Emerging artists: Susan Gottlieb's students from Country Day - High School.
Sat,12-2pm: Reception with featured and emerging artists.

Red Rose Seg Tours* [Special Tour]
305 N. Queen St.
Sat & Sun, 1:30pm: Guided Segway 'Arts' Tour
Get on the 'fast track' with a guided Segway tour focusing on the City's arts -- murals, Lancaster Museum of Art, Gallery Row, Fulton Opera House, Demuth Museum, and more. 90 minutes, including Segway training and practice time. No prior experience required. $65. Advance reservations recommended: 717.393.4526.

Strawberry & Co.
11 W. King St.
Art Jewlery by Thomas Treadway Jr.
Introducing Treadway's new line of mixed-media jewelry. Recent paintings and sculptures also featured.

Through The Fire Glass Studio
560 S. Prince St.
On and Off the Wall
Exhibiting hand-blown art glass by Jeremy Friedly and Ben Ahlgrim. Plus, live demonstrations and interactive glass blowing experiences. Blow your own glass pumpkin or ornament. Artist reception. Free off-street parking.

Treats Creamery & Café*
37 N. Market St.
Recent work by local artist Caitlin Seward. Photography by international artist Natalie Knight reflects her love of her environment and the subjects she captures.

Veleska*
348 W. Orange St.
Happy Trails
Artists take inspiration from the road less traveled. Mike Miller ceramics. Photography by Jan Portwood and Russell Frost Imaging. Wendy Edsall-Kerwin jewelry and Kathryn Pearce jewelry. Artist reception with music.

The Wiebner's Photography Studio and Photo Boutique
320 N. Queen St.
A Pumpkin Party
Portraits of all ages enjoying pumpkins, pumpkin carving, and Halloween fun. Meet the artists Joel and Rita Wiebner. Reception with fresh and local food, featuring local caterer Your Dinner Belle.

Handicapped Accessible *
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