Selected Community Events
Viz-a-GoGo
May 1, 2013 - May 4, 2013 Art Exhibit: May 1st - 4th 12 PM, Video Screening: May 3rd & 4th 8:15pm
Art Exhibit: Queen Theater in Bryan; Video Screening: Palace Theater in ByranEvent from the Department of Visualization at Texas A&M that includes a video screening and an art exhibition of student work.
www.facebook.com/groups/475496002485634/?fref=ts; vizagogotamu@gmail.com
Beyond Comfort Studio Art Quilt Exhibition
May 23, 2013 - Aug 18, 2013 Tues - Fri 9 AM - 8 PM
Stark Galleries, 1st Floor of the MSC“This exhibition features themes ranging from political protest, domestic violence, and religious persecution to the devastation of environmental disasters and modern warfare. Challenging fiber materials include LED lights, found objects, precious metals and even recycled CDs. Beyond Comfort reflects each participant’s personal journey to explore new ideas and push their creative abilities by making new exceptional works of fiber art.”
Lynn McDaniel
979-845-8501
uart.tamu.edu
Denim Day Project
Apr 24, 2013 Tues - Fri 9 AM - 8 PM, Sat & Sun 12 - 6 PM
The Stark Galleries is located at the northeast corner of the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M University.We are currently collecting donations for Denim Day through April 24 at the Stark Galleries at the University Memorial Student Center. We have a drop-box in the galleries at this time and are inviting donations from any and all who would like to participate in Denim Day. The donations will be given to a local Women's charity. Please pass this along for those who you know will be interested.
The Stark Galleries is located at the northeast corner of the Memorial Student Center at Texas A&M University. Admission is free. For more information about this event please call 979-845-8501 to contact Greg Phillipy, Education Curator at Stark Galleries, or visit our web site at http://uart.tamu.edu.
FREE opening reception Gilded Age Grandeur: Mount Washington Art Glass
Apr 25, 2013 4:30 - 6 PM
Forsyth Galleries, 2nd Floor of the MSCThe Mount Washington Glass Company was an innovator in the American Art Glass industry, which reached its zenith between 1885 and 1895. Beginning with the first American Art Glass, known as Sicilian or Lava Glass in 1878, the company developed several styles of immensely popular glass, including Burmese, Peach Blow, Albertine, Royal Flemish, Colonial Ware and Napoli, all of which are included in the collection of the Forsyth Galleries. Featuring pieces from the Bill (’35) and Irma Runyon Art Collections, as well as pieces generously loaned by Robert and Pamela Smits, the exhibition illustrates the opulence and splendor of the American Gilded Age, as well as the influences of Exoticism and the Aesthetic movement on decorative arts.
Lynn McDaniel
979-845-9251
fcg@uart.tamu.edu
Gilded Age Grandeur: Mount Washington Art Glass Exhibition
Apr 20, 2013 - Jun 23, 2013 Tues - Fri, 9 AM - 8 PM
Forsyth Galleries, 2nd Floor of the MSCThe Mount Washington Glass Company was an innovator in the American Art Glass industry, which reached its zenith between 1885 and 1895. Beginning with the first American Art Glass, known as Sicilian or Lava Glass in 1878, the company developed several styles of immensely popular glass, including Burmese, Peach Blow, Albertine, Royal Flemish, Colonial Ware and Napoli, all of which are included in the collection of the Forsyth Galleries. Featuring pieces from the Bill (’35) and Irma Runyon Art Collections, as well as pieces generously loaned by Robert and Pamela Smits, the exhibition illustrates the opulence and splendor of the American Gilded Age, as well as the influences of Exoticism and the Aesthetic movement on decorative arts.
Lynn McDaniel
979-845-9251
fcg@uart.tamu.edu
Photography Club - Exhibit
Apr 14, 2013 11 AM - 5 PM
Martha's BloomersThe Photography Club will be having a photo exhibit today @ Martha's Bloomers. There may be some framed prints for sale. Come out to show your support, meet members of the photography club, and see some beautiful prints.
Photography Club - Exhibit
Apr 13, 2013 11 AM - 6 PM
City Hall Front Plaza AreaThe Photography Club will be having a photo exhibit today @ The Blues, Bluebonnets & BBQ event at the City of Navasota front plaza area. There may be some framed prints for sale. Come out to show your support, meet members of the photography club, and see some beautiful prints.
Brazos Student Art Glass Show
Mar 1, 2013 - Mar 9, 2013 10 AM - 6 PM
SEAD GalleryBrazos Glassworks is proud to announce a Student Art Glass Show in celebration of Youth Art Month (YAM). March is National Youth Art Month. The Show will be held March 1-9, 2013, in downtown Bryan at the SEAD Gallery located in the historic Federal Building on 26th Street. The show features the work of students in local Bryan and College Station schools. The art pieces will include fused, slumped, and stained glass, as well as glass mosaics. Students will be competing for ribbons and for glass art prize packages for their art teacher’s classrooms. SEAD Gallery hours are Tues - Sat 10am-6pm.
Debbie Jasek, 979-823-0325,
brazosglassworks@brazosglassworks.com
LEGACY: The Astin Family, Culture and Couture in Early 20th Century Bryan
Mar 1, 2013 - Jun 1, 2013 N/A
The Museum of Natural History 3232 Briarcrest DriveDon’t miss the Brazos Valley Museum of Natural History’s new exhibit LEGACY: The Astin Family, Culture and Couture in Early 20th Century Bryan. One of the key families who helped build this region, the exhibition charts the rise of the Astins and their business enterprises in the Brazos Valley region just before the outbreak of the American Civil War. The exhibit will be on view through June 1. The Museum of Natural History is located at 3232 Briarcrest Drive in Bryan. Visit www.brazosvalleymuseum.org or call (979) 776-2195 for more information.
Aggie Frame of Mind
Mar 1, 2013 - May 8, 2013 N/A
Memorial Student CenterAggie Frame of Mind , presented by the MSC Visual Arts Committee, showcases the photography of 12 student contest winners through May 8 on the MSC second floor near Bethancourt Ballrooms. The winners, submitting works under the theme of Vibrance, were selected by a panel of professional judges after over 1,100 votes were cast on Facebook. The project is also supported, in part, by the Frame Gallery, Fast Signs and Copy Corner. Visit vac.tamu.edu for more information.
MSC Visual Arts Committee presents Kathy Sosa
Mar 1, 2013 - Mar 15, 2013 N/A
The Reynolds Galley located on the A&M CampusThe student-run MSC Visual Arts Committee at Texas A&M University invites you to enjoy the works of Texas artist Kathy Sosa. The exhibition contains 28 pieces of vibrant oil portraitscollaged with fabric, wallpaper or photographs. Visit the collection in the Reynolds Gallery, located on the A&M Campus though March 15. For more information, please call (979) 8451515.
Absolute Truth, Nothing but Lies
Feb 19, 2013 - Mar 13, 2013 Tuesday - Friday 9 AM - 8 PM, Saturday - Sunday 12 PM - 6 PM
The Memorial Student CenterAbsolute Truth, Nothing but Lies will be on display at the J. Wayne Stark Galleries, located in the MSC at Texas A&M through March 3. Hansegger & Delulio--Fate and Friendship will be on exhibition through March 13. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Friday from 9am to 8pm and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6pm. For more information, please call (979) 845-6081.
Procrastus Interruptus
Feb 28, 2013 - May 30, 2013 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Federal Building at 216 W. 26th Street in Downtown BryanSEAD Gallery will host the opening reception for their new exhibit, Procrastus Interruptus featuring the works of Scott McDermott on Thursday, February 28 from 6:30-8:30pm. Enjoy these complex, colorful paintings at meet the artist during the opening reception! This new gallery, a collaboration between the Arts Council of Brazos Valley and AdventGX, is located in the Federal Building at 216 W. 26
th Street in Downtown Bryan. The exhibit runs through May 30.
For more information, visit acbv.org or call (979) 696-2787.
2013 BenchMARKING the Arts Program
Mar 1, 2013 - Mar 31, 2013 N/A
The Arts Council of Brazos ValleyThe Arts Council of Brazos Valley is now accepting sponsorships for its 2013 BenchMARKING the Arts program. This impactful project pairs local artists with sponsors to create unique and functional public works of art. Currently, the Arts Council has 28 artistic benches placed in locations throughout the Brazos Valley with plans to add many more this year.
For more information or to purchase your very own BenchMARKING bench today, contact the Arts Council of Brazos Valley at (979) 696-2787 or info@acbv.org.
2013 Exhibition Season of the Science, Engineering, Art & Design Gallery
Mar 1, 2013 - Mar 31, 2013 N/A
The Arts Council of Brazos Valley, SEAD GalleryThe Arts Council of Brazos Valley is now accepting applications for the 2013 exhibition season of the Science, Engineering, Art, and Design (SEAD) Gallery in downtown Bryan. The SEAD Gallery is a community and economic development partnership project by AdventGX and the Arts Council of Brazos Valley featuring a new and dynamic downtown venue for arts and cultural exchange. Artists wishing to exhibit their work at the SEAD gallery can do so by completing the application form found at acbv.org.
Arts Council of Brazos Valley presents Community Masterpieces
Mar 1, 2013 - Apr 13, 2013 N/A
Arts Council of Brazos ValleyThe Arts Council or Brazos Valley is proud to present Community Masterpieces through April 13. For the third year, we've collected masterworks held in private and public collections in our community for one incredible exhibition. This year, in addition to viewing paintings and sculpture from world-renowned artists such as Tarkay and Ranney, visitors will be immersed in the musical and literary arts.
For more information visit acbv.org or call (979) 696-2787.
Brazos Valley Art League Member Exhibition
Apr 20, 2013 12 PM
Texas Gallery at the Arts CenterThe finest work by the region’s best artists will be on display. Many of the artists will also be in attendance.
Arts Center 2275 Dartmouth St College Station, TX 77840
979-696-2787
Art Menagerie Exhibition
Jan 17, 2013 - Feb 13, 2013 Tuesday through Friday 9am to 8pm, Saturday and Sunday Noon to 6pm
The Forsyth Galleries, 2nd floor of the MSCFrom the earliest records of humankind, people have been moved to study, sketch, paint and sculpt living forms. Artists have been inspired not only by human models, but also by wildlife, domestic pets, exotic animals, insects, birds and reptiles. The Forsyth Galleries’ latest exhibition, Art Menagerie, provides a whimsical artistic perspective on the living creatures who share our lives.
FREE
Lynn McDaniel
979-845-9251
forsyth.tamu.edu
Art Menagerie Reception with special guest Reveille VIII
Jan 22, 2013 6 - 8 PM
The Forsyth Galleries, 2nd floor of the MSCPlease join us for a reception Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 6:00 to 8:00, and meet our Special Guest, Reveille VIII! Please consider bringing dog or cat food or shelter items to donate to God’s Little Creatures or Brazos Feral Cat Allies.
Lynn McDaniel
979-845-9251
forsyth.tamu.edu
The Absolute Truth...Nothing But Lies Exhibition
Jan 17, 2013 - Mar 3, 2013 9 AM - 8 PM
The J. Wayne Stark Galleries in the MSCThe Absolute Truth…Nothing but Lies, explores the underlying ethical implications that result when an art form, previously unchanged for generations, is suddenly redefined through technology and shifting social attitudes through the work of two artists from similar backgrounds that took their craft to very different places.
FREE
Cathy Hastedt
979-845-6081
uart.tamu.edu
Gallery Talk with Dave Einsel ('81) and Robert Sebree ('82)
Feb 21, 2013 5:30 PM
The J. Wayne Stark Galleries in the MSCThe Absolute Truth…Nothing but Lies, explores the underlying ethical implications that result when an art form, previously unchanged for generations, is suddenly redefined through technology and shifting social attitudes through the work of two artists from similar backgrounds that took their craft to very different places.
Cathy Hastedt
979-845-6081
uart.tamu.edu
Gallery Talk with John and Cindy Delulio
Jan 24, 2013 5:30 PM
The J. Wayne Stark Galleries in the MSCDiscussion of the lives, art and friendship of John Hansegger and John "Jack" Delulio. The exhibitions, gallery talks and reception are all free.
http://uart.tamu.edu/
Cathy Hastedt
979-845-6081
uart@uart.tamu.edu
Food for the Soul: A Feast of Art
Oct 20, 2012 2 - 4 PM
500 E. Pruitt St. Bryan, TX 77803Opening exhibit which features two local artists, Leon Collins from Navasota, TX and Alan "Jerome" Carter from Dimebox. The opening program will include all facets of art. It is free to the public.
Donna Pittman
979 775-3961
donna.pittman_bvaam@verizon.net
LOVE MAKES A FAMILY: NATIONALLY-TOURING EXHIBIT CONFRONTS PREJUDICE
Oct 12, 2012 - Oct 21, 2012 See summary.
The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley 305 Wellborn Road College Station, TX 77840Contact: Rev. Teri A. Massengale
Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley
979 777 3096
LOVE MAKES A FAMILY: NATIONALLY-TOURING EXHIBIT CONFRONTS PREJUDICE
Exhibit of portraits and stories from Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and their Families visits the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley.
At a time in history when LGBT people continue to fight for basic human rights and in the Bryan-College Station community where exhibits of this sort are rare, LOVE MAKES A FAMILY: Portraits of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and their Families cuts through the political arguments and right to the heart of the issue by showing the qualities of compassion and connection that are common to all loving families. The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley in collaboration with the Pride Community Center will host this exhibit on several dates through the month of October. Special events for the exhibition include an opening reception with free professional portraits for attending LGBT families, a Coming Out panel discussion, and a pizza party.
The Stokes family exemplifies the love on display at the LOVES MAKES A FAMILY exhibit.
The exhibition of LOVE MAKES A FAMILY: Portraits of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender People and their Families will kick off with an opening reception at the Unitarian Universalist Church on Friday, October 12, 6-9pm. Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and music while touring the exhibit. From 6:00 - 7:30pm LGBT-supporting individuals, couples and families in attendance will have the opportunity to sit with a professional photographer for a free portrait. On Saturday, October 13, 1-3pm, the Pride Community Center will present a panel discussion on LGBT Coming Out. Attendees can meet with panelists during the refreshment reception following the panel. A pizza party will be held for students at 5 pm on Thursday, October 18th. The full list of open times for the exhibit at the Unitarian Universalist Church includes the following:
Friday, October 12th, 6-9 pm
Saturday, October 13th, 1-4 pm
Sunday, October 14th, 2-5 pm
Thursday, October 18th, 4-7 pm
Friday, October 19th, 6-9 pm
Sunday, October 21st, 2-5 pm
For more information, see the UU Church website at http://www.brazosuu.org or the Pride Community Center website at http://pridecc.org/. Internet browsers can view images, interviews, and other information about the LOVE MAKES A FAMILY exhibit and book at www.familydiv.org.
The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Brazos Valley is a “theologically diverse and radically inclusive” church community that is welcoming and affirming. You can find us at 305 Wellborn Rd, College Station, just south of the George Bush Drive intersection.
Rev. Teri A. Massengale
979-777-3096
http://uucbv.org
admin@brazosuu.org
Distinguished Artist Veterans Touring Exhibit
Oct 3, 2012 - Nov 1, 2012 M-F, 9AM - 5 PM
Brazos Valley Council of Governments Building, 3991 East 29th Street, Bryan, Texas 77803VSA Texas presents Distinguished Artist Veterans, our third annual group exhibition by Texas Veterans with disabilities. This year’s event is a touring exhibit that started November 2011 at the Texas State Capitol and ends November 2012 at Lackland Airforce Base. The exhibit is next on view at the Brazos Valley Council of Governments Building, 3991 East 29th Street, Bryan, Texas 77803 from October 3 – November 1, 2012. The exhibit is sponsored by the Arts Council of Brazos Valley and is on view during regular business hours of 9-5 M-F.
Artwork is on display by a dozen men and women who provided military service to our country and are now wounded warriors or veterans with disabilities. Some of their artwork addresses imagery from the service, while other pieces are beautiful sculptures, jewelry or drawings that reflect how they spend their time as civilians. The touring schedule included stops in San Antonio, Laredo, and El Paso, as well as other communities and cities in the state. Celia Hughes, Executive Director for VSA Texas says, “In the past two years, VSA has worked with 35 Artist Veterans from Korea to Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom; showcasing talent and giving voice and support to returning Wounded Warriors. We look forward to celebrating this exhibit as it travels across the state where we can reach more veterans and their families.” Support for the Distinguished Artist Veterans program is provided by Robert Worth VFW Post 3216 in Big Lake, TX, VFW Post 9174 in San Antonio, TX, VFW Post 8315 in Schertz, TX, Martinez Brothers Taxidermy in Austin, TX and the National Arts and Disability Center. For more information contact VSA Texas at
512-454-9912 or april@vsatx.org.
VSA Texas, the state organization on arts and disability, is a 501(c)(3) not for profit organization that works to create a society where people with disabilities freely learn through, participate in, and enjoy the arts. Our mission is to promote the creative power in people with disabilities by working with all community members to facilitate full access to the cultural and educational arts. VSA Texas is a member of the international network of VSA, an affiliate of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.
For more information visit VSA Texas website at www.vsatx.org.
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April Sullivan, 512-454-9912