http://studio1219.com/news/ Studio 1219 news and announcements. en lpbelleau@charter.net Copyright 2010 2010-07-29T15:15:18-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_presents_the_four_seasons_of_john_henry_and_young_at_art_emergi/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_presents_the_four_seasons_of_john_henry_and_young_at_art_emergi/#When:15:15:18Z A reception Friday, August 6, 2010 from 6pm till 9pm marks the opening of Studio 1219’s newest art shows: “The Four Seasons of John Henry” and “Young at Art: Emerging Artists.” The reception is free and open to the public. Besides the preview of the art show, the evening will feature music, wine and hors d’ouvres and an opportunity to meet the artists. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-07-29T15:15:18-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/great_lakes_great_takes_art_inspired_by_water_opens_at_studio_1219/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/great_lakes_great_takes_art_inspired_by_water_opens_at_studio_1219/#When:00:56:48Z This juried art show in all media features artists’ interpretations of the lakes’ presence in the landscape and life of Michigan. The reception is 6pm till 9pm this Friday, July 2 at Studio 1219, 1219 Military Street in Port Huron, Michigan and includes wine and hors d’ouvres. It is free and open to the public. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-06-30T00:56:48-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_does_a_double_take_thinking_outside_the_box_and_bowl/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_does_a_double_take_thinking_outside_the_box_and_bowl/#When:00:53:07Z For the first time in – perhaps -- years, area artists from different arts groups are collaborating on a unique exhibit that will be on display and on sale in the Chase and Van Gogh galleries of Studio 1219, 1219 Military, Port Huron. From May 25 through June 26 this two-part exhibit will feature two-dimensional work of photographers and painters -- entitled “Double Take” – and the whimsical three-dimensional work of area potters and wood workers -- called “Thinking Outside the Box and Bowl.” The opening wine and cheese reception for the exhibit will be held on June 4th from 6-9. The public is invited to attend this free opening. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-05-21T00:53:07-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/last_chance_for_discount_on_studio_1219_summer_camps/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/last_chance_for_discount_on_studio_1219_summer_camps/#When:00:46:20Z Studio 1219 offers a variety of programs for all ages of students to work in many mediums including paint, paper and clay from June through summer. The Studio is offering enticing incentives to early -- and multiple -- registrants. If patrons act quickly, and enroll by May 22th they can take advantage of the Art Camp pre-registration savings of $10 per week, per student. Registrations during the week of May 24th will get a free t-shirt. Registrations for 4 or more weeks get an extra $5 off tuition per week! Registrations for two or more siblings get a $10 savings per child! Patrons can register for classes online at the Studio’s website, http://www.studio1219.com, or by stopping at the Studio, 1219 Military Street, Port Huron, or by calling (810) 984-2787. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-05-19T00:46:20-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_announces_special_airbrush_workshop/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_announces_special_airbrush_workshop/#When:00:36:21Z The Studio is featuring an airbrush workshop with Wally Siemion on Sunday, June 6, from 12:30pm to 4:30pm. Mr. Siemion has been working in airbrush art for 40 years. He has taught hundreds of people to airbrush. This one-day workshop will teach – and practice -- how to use the tools needed and will discuss the many ways to use this versatile medium. The techniques learned can be applied to clothing, cars, mailboxes, cakes, make-up, painted murals, watercolor and much more. This is a great way to generate extra income! Students are encouraged to bring a t-shirt they would like to paint and -- after practicing on paper – they will work on their t-shirts. Cost of the workshop is $70 ($60 for Artists’ Network members) and is limited to 8 students. Click here for online registration, open until May 31. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-05-18T00:36:21-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_hosts_yart_sale_at_sc4/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/studio_1219_hosts_yart_sale_at_sc4/#When:12:50:40Z Bring us your tired, your poor, your huddled art pieces, longing for a new home. Studio 1219 is doing something a little special and different this spring: gently and previously owned art is going to be auctioned off in a fun evening of entertainment to raise funds for the Studio’s programs. On Saturday, May 22 the Studio will convene at the student center of partner, St. Clair County Community College in Port Huron, to auction off previously owned art. The auction begins at 7pm, and the art preview begins at 6pm. There will also be art supplies, frames and other art goodies for sale -- at deeply discounted prices – during the auction. The evening will include complimentary hors d'ouvres, wine, and beer included for the low ticket price of only $5.00 per person. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-05-08T12:50:40-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/luminous_art_show_next_at_studio_1219/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/luminous_art_show_next_at_studio_1219/#When:17:20:14Z April 23 through May 22, Studio 1219 in Port Huron introduces a luminous art show in the Van Gogh and Chase Galleries, “Radiant Canvases: Glass as Art.” The public is invited to an opening wine and cheese reception of the Studio’s latest show, 6pm till 9pm this Friday, April 23. It is an opportunity to meet some of the artists and talk with them about what inspired their creations. There is no charge for the reception or the show. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-04-19T17:20:14-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/internationally_renown_artists_come_to_studio_1219/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/internationally_renown_artists_come_to_studio_1219/#When:17:24:04Z There’s still time to register for the amazing Raku pottery workshop with internationally known artists, Robert and Gail Piepenburg on Saturday, May 1 at Studio 1219, Port Huron, MI. Considered to be two of the top Raku artists in the United States, the Piepenburgs will do demonstrations in the morning, beginning at 10am and a Raku firing in the afternoon with the students’ work. This amazing workshop -- a full, fun day -- is only $100 and runs until 5:30pm. Students can register online at {categories backspace="1"} 2010-04-11T17:24:04-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/public_art_comes_to_st_clair_county_in_rain_barrels_from_studio_1219/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/public_art_comes_to_st_clair_county_in_rain_barrels_from_studio_1219/#When:16:15:53Z The Conservation And Restoration Network (C.A.R.N.) has partnered with Studio 1219 to bring beauty to a water conservation project in St. Clair County using rain barrels to capture storm water. According to Janice Littlefield, Program Manager of C.A.R.N., “The purpose of our project is to encourage fresh water conservation and raise awareness that storm water is the most common pollutant to our fresh water resources. We are using the Arts to encourage a public dialogue and bring people in the region together to celebrate the Arts and our incredible fresh water resources!” {categories backspace="1"} 2010-03-23T16:15:53-05:00 http://studio1219.com/news/more/magnificent_mam_mosaic_art_comes_to_studio_1219/ http://studio1219.com/news/more/magnificent_mam_mosaic_art_comes_to_studio_1219/#When:02:26:55Z On March 6, 2010 Studio 1219 proudly hosts an opening for the mosaic show, "Magnificent M.A.M.: The Mosaic Artists of Michigan in Two and Three Dimensions." This show, fresh from the Birmingham/Bloomfield Art Center, features the colorful designs and expressive renderings of fine art mosaics masters from all over the state. The public is invited to attend the reception March 6, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. to share conversation, wine, appetizers and this unforgettable exhibit. The show runs from March 6th through April 17th. For more information, visit http://www.mosaicartistsofmichigan.com. {categories backspace="1"} 2010-03-01T02:26:55-05:00