Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson

Through My Eyes, by Michael Yates

2012-01-24T16:14:00.002-06:00

THROUGH MY EYES, an exhibit of drawings and paintings by Michael Yates is featured in the Heritage Gallery of the McPherson Opera House, January 10–March 31.

Award-winning artist and instructor, Michael Yates is an individualist in the contemporary abstract realm, and defies any easy pigeonhole. His images are both thought-provoking and inspiring. He is adept in a number of different styles and mediums, including charcoal, pastel, acrylic and oil, and has worked in stained glass, ceramics and sculpture. He began instructing private lessons in 2008, and his works have been featured in such Kansas galleries as the Kemper Museum of Modern Art, the Wichita Art Museum, and Gallery 101 of the Flint Hills.

Michael grew up in Marion, Kansas and the surrounding area. He studied at Butler Community College in Eldorado, Kansas where he majored in Art with a minor in Business. Michael will donate ten percent of his sales proceeds from this exhibit to the McPherson Humane Society.

Stop in today!

McPherson College Art Student Exhibition at VAAM!

2012-01-10T18:05:00.002-06:00

Annual Holiday Gift Show!

2011-12-07T13:10:00.010-06:00

Handmade, handcrafted, hand-thrown, hand-painted, hand-dyed, hand-woven, hand-blown, personally designed....pottery, necklaces, tree ornaments, prints, vases, cards, paintings, china, rings, sculpture, bracelets, coasters, bowls, scarves, paperweights, handbags, shawls, more!
Stop in today!

A Night of Black & White!

2011-11-10T11:40:00.013-06:00

A Night of Black & White formal gala to celebrate the VAAM gallery exhibit of one of the most contemporary Kansas painters, Philomene Bennett, Kansas City, and the McPherson Opera House performance of Marilyn Maye, Kansas City. Ticket holders will enjoy a champagne and hors d'oeurves reception in the VAAM gallery 5:30 pm, followed by an elegant three-course dinner in the Grand Ballroom of the McPherson Opera House. The dinner tables will be set by members of the community and the grand centerpiece will be specially designed and created by students in the McPherson College Art Department. Guests will also receive personal black and white photographs taken by fine art photographer Jim Turner, Lindsborg. As the crowning finale of the evening, cabaret singer Marilyn Maye, Grand Dame in her own genre, will perform in the McPherson Opera House auditorium. Tickets are available from the McPherson Opera House Box Office, or by calling 620-241-1952, ext. 200, or on-line at http://www.mcphersonoperahouse.org/now_pages/playing2.html

The Art of Philomene Bennett

2011-11-05T12:07:00.008-05:00

For the month of November,
VAAM is proud to announce an exhibit by

one of the most important contemporary painters of Kansas

Philomene Bennett

Kansas City

Photography by Jim Griggs, McPherson

2011-10-23T14:22:00.003-05:00

In the Heritage Gallery of the Opera House, the images of McPherson photographer Jim Griggs, who has explored landscapes, wildlife and people from the Flint Hills to Tanzania and many points in between. Come see a beautiful, hand-picked selection of Jim’s photography. The show ends on October 27!

Don't miss photographer Jim's program on Wednesday, October 26, 7 pm in the Ballroom of the Opera House. He'll take you on a Tanzanian safari via his vivid images and videos of the wildlife, landscapes, and people of the Serengeti. He leads photo safaris to Tanzania, and the next one is scheduled for 2013.

2011-09-14T20:57:00.006-05:00

Fall 2011 Art Classes for adults! in the Mary Anderson Arts Center of the McPherson Opera House, Sponsored by the McPherson Arts Council & the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson (VAAM)

Evening classes are $55 for the class series. Saturday workshops are $55 for each workshop. Participants will pay the supply fees for materials used in the classes directly to the instructor.

Saturday workshops:

Bleach Discharge on Cellulose Fabrics. Saturday, October 1, 10 am–2 pm. Create design on cotton or linen fabrics or 100% cotton t-shirt with various methods of applying and resisting bleach by painting, stamping, stenciling, spraying, dipping, and some Shibori techniques. $55. Supply list provided. Instructor: Karen Arzamendi, Denton, TX

Jewelry-Making with Precious Metal Clay (PMC). Saturday, November 12, 9 am–4 pm. Learn to form PMC into pendants, rings, charms, etc., fire and finish with a patina if desired. $55. Students will purchase 16gms PMC silver (about $41.88) directly from the instructor. Tools and access to firing provided. Instructor: Susan Shepard, McPherson

Evening Classes:

Intro to your Digital Camera. Mondays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 6:30-8:30 pm. Learn how to “set” your camera to obtain the best images while learning the basics of camera operation, image capture, image adjustments, and storage of images. $55. Instructor: Jim Turner, Lindsborg

Drawing (for the Artistically Undiscovered). Tuesdays, October 4, 11, 18, 25, November 1, 6:00-8:00 pm. Learn basic expressive drawing skills and lose your fear of drawing! $55, plus materials fee. Instructor: Michaela Groeblacher, McPherson

Basic Hand-Building with Clay. Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 6:00-8:00 pm. Learn about basic hand-building and sculpting techniques in clay and several finishing methods for ceramic surfaces. $55, plus materials fee. Instructor: Michaela Groeblacher, McPherson

Register today! at McPherson Arts Council office, 620-241-6131 or at the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson (VAAM), Tues-Sat, 10am–5pm, 620-241-5774. Both are in the McPherson Opera House, in downtown McPherson.

Assemblage! by Nancy Masterson & Kurt Wolf

2011-09-03T13:52:00.006-05:00

The new “Assemblages” exhibit by Nancy Masterson, Hutchinson, and Kurt Wolf, Salina, is up and it’s great! You’ve got to see it! The exhibit runs September 1 to October 31. Be sure to come back for the reception on Saturday, September 17, 5-7 pm and meet Nancy and Kurt!

2011-08-31T15:34:00.002-05:00

Come on downtown to VAAM for "First Thursday," September 1, 5-9 pm! Enjoy the music of Amy George !!! Try your hand at the amazing, traveling Painted Piano !!! Weaving demonstration inside VAAM. The 200 block of South Main will be hopping with fun, music, good times...!!!

Champagne Art Tour! presented by VAAM

2011-08-11T10:31:00.004-05:00

Join us for a Champagne Art Tour, September 24, to the 79th Kansas City Plaza Art Show! Enjoy 240 artists, 3 music stages, kids art workshops, and the Kemper Street Museum.

$75 per person includes Coffee & Muffins, Mimosas & Chocolate Strawberries, and Box Supper on the way home. Lunch is on your own--you can choose from 30 different Plaza Restaurants! Bus departs at 7am from McPherson, returns later that evening.

Stop in the VAAM office/gallery to sign up today! 620-241-5774 for information.

"First Thursday" August 4, 5 pm–?

2011-07-29T15:57:00.008-05:00

VAAM will be open on McPherson's first "First Thursday" August 4, 5 pm–? Stop in and watch art demonstrations by Wayne Conyers and Anne Albright during the evening! View the new exhibits of Jeannette Seger, Patricia Neufeld, and Rosella Ogg! Listen to music played David Albright on the vintage piano, decorated by Michelle Logback and Beverly Hunter. The 200 block of South Main will be hoppin' with fun, music, food...!

Paintings by Rosella Ogg, Manhattan

2011-07-29T15:32:00.005-05:00

The McPherson High School Alumni Exhibit for 2011 in the Heritage Gallery of the McPherson Opera House will be the work of Rosella Ogg, Manhattan, Kansas, August 2–September 30. You are invited to the Reception for Rosella Ogg, Patricia Neufeld, and Jeannette Seger, Friday, August 26, 5–7pm!

Reception, Friday, July 22, at the Red Barn Studio, Lindsborg

2011-07-21T13:59:00.010-05:00

Tonight! The Raymer Society for the Arts is hosting a reception in honor of the 10th anniversary of the VAAM artist-members' working art residency at the Red Barn Studio, 212 S. Main St, Lindsborg. Stop by 5-7 pm tonight to meet the VAAM artists, who have been working on their art this week.

This is the 10th year they have been Artists-in-Residence, Sunday, July 17-Saturday, July 23, at the Red Barn Studio.

Guest artists Jeannette Seger and Patricia Neufeld

2011-07-05T20:25:00.011-05:00

The new exhbit including the work of guest artists Jeannette Seger and Patricia Neufeld, of Newton, Kansas, is July 1–August 30. The reception to meet Jeannette and Patricia will be Friday, August 26, 5–7 pm.

Next youth art classes coming up!

2011-06-18T11:20:00.007-05:00

Making Paper for 6th-8th Graders
Make your own handmade paper by making the paper pulp, coloring/adding to the paper pulp, and couching it into sheets to make fun projects: greeting cards and a frameable piece of paper art.
July 9, 16, Saturdays, 9:00 am-12:00 noon & 1:00-3:00 pm each day
Instructor: Susan Shepard

“Wood is Good” Wood Assemblage for 1st-5th Graders
“Wood” you believe? Wood – a beautiful medium for artists of all ages!
If you can imagine, draw, construct, and embellish it, you can have it all!
July 11-15, Monday-Friday
1st-2nd Graders 9:00 am-11:30 am
3rd-5th Graders 1:00-3:30 pm
Instructor: Anne Nettleton

$25, all materials included! To register:
McPherson Arts Council office, 620-241-6131
The Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson, 620-241-5774
Some scholarships available

Who Does She Think She Is?

2011-06-05T20:15:00.004-05:00

In a half-changed world, women often feel the need to choose: mothering or working? My children’s well-being or my own? Responsibility or self-expression? You are invited to a girls’ night out, June 16, 7 pm, in the Ballroom of the McPherson Opera House. We will show the documentary “Who Does She Think She Is” by Academy Award winning film maker Pamela Tanner Boll, who features five fierce women who refuse to choose. Following the film, McPherson College English professor, Dr. Kim Stanley, will lead an engaging and fun discussion, while VAAM artists serve refreshments. Attendance is free.

Now! A Figurative Ceramic Sculpture Show

2011-05-06T07:44:00.018-05:00

by VAAM member Michaela Valli Groeblacher
Reception is Saturday, May 14, 6-8 pm, in the VAAM Gallery

Also! Thursday, June 16, 7 pm, in the Ballroom of the McPherson Opera House: The documentary film "Who Does She Think She Is" examines women's struggle to juggle parenting and creativity, partnering and independence, economics and art. Do we have to choose between who we love and what we love? Discussion will follow. Please join us!

Memorial Exhibit of John Blake Bergers

2011-04-17T22:55:00.005-05:00

See the Memorial Exhibit of the work John Blake Bergers in the Heritage Gallery of McPherson Opera House, through May 31. Reception, Sunday, May 22, 2–4 pm. His Lindsborg and Smoky Valley series of paintings, sketches, and studies of early history captured days-past important events, homes, Main Street stores, festivals, parades, country schools, given form for new generations to discover, older generations to recall and reflect.

March-April Exhibits open!

2011-03-05T20:05:00.015-06:00

Don't miss serigraphs and prints by David Brock on display in the Heritage Gallery of the McPherson Opera House through March 31. April 5–30, the gallery features a retrospective show of the work of John Blake Bergers.

See the Fort Hays State University Faculty Exhibit in the VAAM Gallery through April 30. Reception is Saturday, March 19, 5–7 pm, in the VAAM Gallery!

Spring Art Workshops!

2011-02-09T20:08:00.006-06:00

Painting in Acrylics or Watercolor, taught by Donna Brigman

Saturday, March 5, 9 am–4 pm

Hand-building Clay, Decorative and Functional, taught by Michaela Groeblacher

Thursday, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 6–8 pm

Jewelry Making with Precious Metal Clay taught by Susan Shepard

Saturday, April 9, 10 am–2 pm

For information call the VAAM Gallery, 620-241-5774

A painting workshop taught by Donna Brigman will be held March 5. She will give demonstrations and lessons on landscape and abstract painting. Participants may paint in acrylic or watercolor. The class meets at 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Cost for the class is $50. A supply list is available at the VAAM Gallery. Class size is limited to 12.

Donna Brigman owns Brigman Studio, a gallery and frame shop, in Hutchinson. Her paintings have won many awards, and in 2010 she won the “Award of Excellence” at the Springfield, Missouri Art Festival, the “Best of Show” at the Prairie Art Exhibition in Sterling, Kansas, and “1st Place, Mixed Media” and “2nd Place, Watercolor” at Russell's Original Art Review (ROAR) in Russell, Kansas.

The clay workshop will be taught by Michaela Groeblacher, a VAAM Gallery artist whose figurative ceramic sculptures have won awards at the regional and national levels. Her sculpture The Journey Is The Goal is in the permanent collection of the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art, Manhattan, Kansas.

In this clay class, participants will hand-build some decorative and some functional ceramic creations by applying basic construction methods to the clay. The class will meet five Thursdays, March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. Cost for the class is $50 plus $10 for materials and firing.

Jewelry-making with Precious Metals Clay will be taught by Susan Shepard, April 9, 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. Learn about this interesting material that recycles silver particles from used camera film to make 99.9% pure silver items for jewelry, buttons, and other decorative items. Class fee is $65, which includes 16 grams of PMC silver (enough to make two or three projects), access to working supplies, firing, and instruction.

Susan Shepard is a VAAM Gallery artist who works in many mediums, including mixed-media, fibers, collage, jewelry, warm glass and precious metals clay.

Enrollment forms are available at the VAAM Gallery, 223 S. Main St. (in the McPherson Opera House). Classes will be held in the Mary Anderson Arts Center in the McPherson Opera House, McPherson.

Jeff Cowell, juror of the Community Photography Show, February 13, 2:00 pm

2011-01-25T20:58:00.004-06:00

Photographers, Artists, and Teachers: Several people have expressed interest in a critique session with photographer Jeff Cowell, the judge of VAAM's community photography show. He agreed to come back on Sunday, February 13, at 2:00 pm in the gallery. Everybody is invited to participate or just listen in, so please feel free to invite people who might be interested in photography but did not participate in the show. Participation is free of charge and is made possible by the great public support VAAM receives from our McPherson community!

Community Photography Show Opens

2011-01-09T16:18:00.003-06:00

VAAM, the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson, is proud to announce a great turn-out for its first community photo contest: Faces and Places of McPherson! 101 photographs will be on display at the VAAM and Opera House galleries, starting January 12, until the end of February.

A reception in honor of all the photographers will be held on Saturday, January 15, 5:30 to 7:00 PM. The community is invited to attend! Come and see the winners and pick your favorite photo by voting for the People's Choice Award! This award will be announced the last day of the show.

Due to the success of this first community photo exhibit, VAAM plans to repeat it in two years and make it a bi-annual event. It is never too early to save your great photo shots!

The mission of VAAM is to create avenues for participation, education and appreciation in the visual arts.

Faces and Places of McPherson

2010-12-07T20:06:00.003-06:00

“Faces and Places of McPherson” Community Photography Show

Entry Deadline extended to December 31st, 2010

VAAM, the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson invites all members of the community to participate in a juried photography exhibition. The show will take place in both the VAAM and the Opera House galleries in January and February 2011.

Photographs need to be approximately 8x10 inches in size and not mounted, not matted or framed. VAAM will prepare the photographs for hanging. There will be a $10 entry fee for up to three photographs. The judging fee for any additional submitted photograph is $5 each. Participants should bring their photographs to the VAAM Gallery during open hours: Tuesday–Saturday, 10 am–5 pm, and fill out an entry form.

A reception and award ceremony for this exhibit is scheduled for January 15 at 6 P.M. in the VAAM gallery, 223 S. Main in McPherson.

Artful Holiday Gifts!

2010-11-19T21:36:00.009-06:00

and much More!

Faces and Places of McPherson

2010-10-31T13:05:00.007-05:00

On November 20th at 10:00 am, VAAM will host a 45-minute talk: “What Makes a Good Photograph” in conjunction with the below mentioned show. The talk is free, open to anyone and will give a broad overview on the parameters of good photography.

If you are interested in learning more specifics about digital photography, a special 2-hour class, starting at noon, will be offered the same day following the talk. The fee for the class is $30 for VAAM members and $40 for non-members. There is a class minimum of 10 participants. Pre-registration is necessary by November 13 at the gallery. Jeff Cowell, a Wichita based photographer, will give the talk, teach the class, and judge the show entries. If you want to learn more about Jeff, please visit his website http://www.jrcowell.com/

VAAM, the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson invites all members of the community to participate in this juried photography exhibition:

"Faces and Places of McPherson" Community Photography Show

The show will take place in both the VAAM and the Opera House galleries in January—February 2011. Photographs need to be 8x10 inches in size and not mounted, not matted, or framed. Only after the 100 best photographs are chosen by the juror, will they need to be framed for display. There will be a $10 entry fee for up to three photographs. The judging fee for any additional submitted photograph is $5 each. Participants should bring their photographs to the VAAM Gallery during open hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 am–5:00 pm, and fill out an entry form.

Collage, Printmaking, and Batik on Paper

2010-10-12T21:19:00.007-05:00

Stop in the Heritage Gallery of the McPherson Opera House to see the artwork of Moundridge artist Geneva Flickner. The exhibit includes batik on paper, collage, and printmaking. October 2–31. The Heritage Gallery is open Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm.

Atmospheric Images, September 2-October 30

2010-10-02T15:16:00.008-05:00

Experience the handwoven tapestries "Atmospheric Images" by
Marilyn Grisham, The Fiber Studio, Wichita

and more...

MHS Alumni Printmaking Show

2010-09-22T20:25:00.011-05:00

Just a week left to view 45 works of art by 40 McPherson High School art student alumni in the annual MHS Alumni Art Exhibit in the Heritage Hall of the McPherson Opera House. The exhibit showcases prints done by art students of Elizabeth Liljegren during her tenure as art instructor at McPherson High School, 1966–2002. Woodcuts, linoleum cuts, intaglio, drypoint, aquatint etchings, serigraphy, silk screen prints...

Woven Tapestry by Marilyn Grisham

2010-09-04T15:55:00.004-05:00

Atmospheric Images

September 2–October 31

You are invited to
"A Sunday on a Saturday" Artist Reception
September 18, 5–7 pm

And Now for Something Completely Different!

2010-08-08T17:54:00.015-05:00

"And Now for Something Completely Different"
August 5–31

"Leo, Mona and Me" by Elizabeth Liljegren

"And Now for Something Completely Different"

August 5–31

The art of Lee Becker, Lindsborg

2010-06-17T20:37:00.011-05:00

The art of Lee Becker, Lindsborg,

in the Heritage Hall of the Opera House

June–July 31

Hutchinson Painters at VAAM

2010-06-08T20:56:00.020-05:00

The art of the Hutchinson, KS Painters, June 2–July 31

Reception to meet the artists is Sunday, June 27, 2–4 pm.

Jinx Wright ~ Janette Mull ~ Patrick Clark

Donna Brigman ~ Martha Hamilton

Artful trips are a big success!

2010-05-26T22:02:00.008-05:00

VAAM sponsored a van ride, dinner, and visit to the Manhattan Art Center, May 10, for the "Parallel Tones—an exhibit in clay and word" by poet Kim Stanley and artist Michaela Groeblacher.

May 26, another artful trip, including buffet lunch, was made to the Wichita Art Museum to view the Norman Rockwell Exhibition.

Both were so successful and so enjoyed, more plans are in the works!

Art Glass!

2010-04-18T15:03:00.006-05:00

Art Glass by Rick Garnett

April 13–June 1

Reception is Sunday, May 2, 2–4 pm

The art of David Friday

2010-03-14T14:41:00.011-05:00

The art of David Friday will be exhibited through April 30

in the McPherson Opera House, Annex Gallery and upstairs.

You are invited to meet David at the

Reception, Saturday, March 20, 5–7 pm

VAAM Gallery Anniversary Show!

2010-03-06T14:10:00.009-06:00

VAAM Artist Members' Show through March 31

Celebration Reception

Saturday, March 20, 5–7 pm

Art Students of McPherson College

2010-01-31T17:03:00.008-06:00

Guest Show: Art Students of McPherson College,

through February 28.

Reception to meet the artists will be Sunday, February 28.

Also work by artist members of

the Visual Arts Alliance of McPherson

Guest Show, Art Students of McPherson College

2010-01-10T14:39:00.004-06:00

Guest Show of art students of McPherson College is on display

through February 28. Reception for the artists Sunday, February 28.

Holiday Show, November 6–December 31

2009-11-10T19:03:00.008-06:00

The Holiday Show is up!

The variety of artworks is wonderful!

Please stop in!

Metal Madness! September 4–October 31

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Metal Madness!

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Curated by jewelry artist Lori Martin-Price

Guest artists who will show jewelry are: Chris Bohanan of Colwich, Caroline Kahler of Lindsborg, Ann Zerger of Moundridge, Teresa Preston, Libby Doxon, and Don Wright of Hutchinson.

Showing work in jewelry and enameling are Kathy Fathi and Linda Gebert of Wichita and Susan Whitfield Lungren of Lindsborg.

Showing work in jewelry and silversmithing are Helen Beaver of Andover and Christine and Lou Tasheff of Wichita.

Work in enameling will be shown by Brian Hinkle and Jennifer Walterscheid of Wichita.

Three metal smiths, Beth Van Natta of Halstead, Rich Bergen of Salina and Mike Logback of McPherson complete the featured artists.

VAAM Gallery artists Lori Martin Price, Geneva Flickner, Susan Shepard, Betty Jo Houchen, and Sarah Ash have jewelry included in the exhibit.

Reception to meet the artists will be held September 19, 6:00–7:15 pm at the VAAM Gallery.

A late summer Caribbean Party benefit for the McPherson County Student Art Exhibit and Scholarships will follow at 7:30 pm featuring the steel drum band “Tropical Shores,” dinner and dancing. By reservation only, call 620-241-5774 for tickets or information.

MHS Alumni Show through August 31

2009-08-05T06:48:00.004-05:00

McPherson High School Alumni Show

curated by Elizabeth Liljegren and Betty Jo Houchen

in the gallery of the Opera House Annex

July 30–August 31

"Walk A Mile" exhibit, July 7–30

2009-07-08T20:01:00.011-05:00

Stop in to see the Youthville "Walk A Mile" exhibit in the gallery of the Opera House Annex. You are invited to the reception, Wednesday, July 15, 5–7 pm to learn about Youthville and the Creative Arts Program.

Sculpture Invitational Show, July 2–August 29

2009-07-02T13:30:00.014-05:00

Sculpture Invitational Show, curated by David Brock continues through August 29. Reception to meet the sculptors is Friday, August 7, 7–9 pm in the VAAM Gallery.

Mixed Media Show, thru June 30

2009-05-13T19:26:00.013-05:00

Andrea Fuhrman, Mira Mickler Moss, and Jerry Exline

are special guest artists alongside

new work of VAAM artists of the region.

May 9 Fine Art Sampler

2009-05-02T10:52:00.013-05:00

Mixed Media Show, featuring guest artists Andrea Fuhrman from Abilene and Mira Mickler Moss and Jerry Exline of Salina, to be hung May 6. Photos coming soon!

Saturday, May 9, 7 pm, a big Fine Art Sampler: “Love Letters” will be performed by Rick and Karlene Tyler in the Grand Ballroom, followed by a reception with music by Dick Nichols on the piano and chocolate desserts in the VAAM gallery.

March-April show...

2009-03-10T21:26:00.034-05:00

The watercolors of guest artist

Carolyn Loutzenhiser

and new work by VAAM artists...

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A Sea of Tallgrass - The Konza Prairie

The photography of Guest Artist Judd Patterson

New shows open March 5!

2009-03-02T21:46:00.008-06:00

Photography of Judd Patterson!
Watercolors by Carolyn Loutzenhizer!
Photos coming soon!

McPherson Area Artists Show, January 9–March 1

2009-01-20T19:52:00.030-06:00

Now open—the McPherson Area Artists Show, January 9–March 1. Don't miss the opportunity to meet the artists at the reception on Sunday, March 1, 2–4 pm.

McPherson Area Artists Show—now open!

2009-01-14T19:36:00.012-06:00

Begin 2009 with a visit to the McPherson Area Artists Show, January 9–March 1.

A wonderful array of work! Meet the artists at the reception on March 1, 2–4 pm.
Photos coming soon!

Holiday Gift Show—art and fine crafts make very special gifts

2008-11-08T20:55:00.015-06:00

Geneva Flickner, artist in residence

2008-11-05T20:46:00.015-06:00

Geneva Flickner is the artist in residence in the VAAM Gallery, November 4–7. Although she also works in printmaking, paper batik, and painting, don't miss this opportunity to observe her at work on new jewelry pieces!

Holiday Gift Show!

2008-11-05T19:39:00.002-06:00

The Holiday Gift Show, art and fine crafts for very special gifts, is open! Photos coming soon!

The Blues - celebrating American roots music

2008-10-07T19:04:00.008-05:00

Jack Crow's drawings of American roots musicians.

Paintings by Michaela Groeblacher and Louise Hutchison

and more!

Fiber Art: Form and Function - Invitational

2008-09-13T19:31:00.011-05:00

Thank you to all the Kansas fiber artists whose work makes up Fiber Art: Form and Function - Invitational show, September 13–October 31, curated by Elizabeth Liljegren.

All artists' names are listed to the right.

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Printmakers Invitational

2008-07-14T21:36:00.005-05:00

Printmakers Invitational
July 1–September 9
coordinated by printmaker David Brock

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July 2008

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Art in the Garden, June 20-21

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Come to Art in the Garden dinner, Friday, June 20

and garden & art tour Saturday, June 21!

* The dinner, an epicurean delight, will be served at 7 pm. The evening will be filled with art, entertainment, laughter, and the sweet smells of a summer garden. Seating is limited and prepaid reservation must be received by June 13. For reservations, call 620-245-0660.

* Art in the Garden tour of gardens, Saturday, June 21, 10 am–5 pm. Experience the arts in an outdoor setting, tour six outstanding private McPherson gardens, and enjoy and purchase artwork by area artists. For tickets, call 620-245-0660.

* Proceeds from the Art in the Garnden events support art scholarships for the McPherson County Student Art Exhibit.

High Tea, June 1, 3–5 pm

2008-05-29T23:26:00.005-05:00

China Painting Workshop with Anne Albright

2008-05-29T22:40:00.012-05:00

The Fine Art of Porcelain Painting

2008-05-14T23:05:00.013-05:00

China Painters Invitational:

An exhibit of the Fine Art of Porcelain Painting by area artists.

Julie Baldwin, artist-in-residence in April

2008-04-13T15:11:00.009-05:00

Julie worked in watercolor and in oil during her residency April 8-11.

Photography by Jill Brax & Betty Jo Houchen

2008-03-29T23:30:00.006-05:00

Photography exhibit, travels through Sweden, Spain, France, Austria, Florida, and Kansas, by Betty Jo Houchen and Jill Brax, are on display in the McPherson Opera House Annex, 219 South Main, McPherson, through June.

Michaela Groeblacher, artist-in-residence in March

2008-03-29T22:14:00.009-05:00

Michaela works on a new bust as a visitor watches the progress.

Harold Schlender stops in and notes that the likeness is striking...!

Plates - Platters - Planters...by Ron Michael

2008-03-16T16:17:00.021-05:00

Come to the reception on March 28, 7-9 pm,

to meet Ron Michael at one of his celebrated artist talks!

Oil Painting Workshop with Louise Hutchison

2008-02-17T18:41:00.015-06:00

Louise Hutchison, oil painter, was the artist in residence at the VAAM Gallery in February, and visitors to the Gallery had an opportunity to observe her at work. February 14-16, she taught an oil painting workshop. Working individually with students required a limited class size.

Students from McPherson College Art Department

2008-01-30T20:18:00.000-06:00

Students from McPherson College Art Department display their work

The gallery...

2008-01-26T18:34:00.001-06:00

Welcome to January and February in the VAAM gallery!

Holiday Display in the V.A.A.M. gallery

2007-11-07T21:09:00.001-06:00

The centerpiece of the gallery space

Glass by artist, Rick Garnett, Buhler

Raku by artist, Debra Ringler, Hutchinson

Artists, Rick Garnett and Debra Ringler

More!

2007-11-07T20:36:00.000-06:00