DIVA Center News and Events This Week: March 27 - April 3, 2006 DIVA Center 110 W. Broadway Phone: E-mail:

 

UP FRONT NEWS

The weather bureau is predicting a wet week ahead so why not spend an afternoon downtown at the DIVA Center. The galleries are filled with a wide array of fascinating art and there is enough to keep you busy for a couple of hours exploring some of this region's best artists!
     While at DIVA check out the up-coming workshops and classes. The first workshop for spring begins on April 5th, which is an introduction to bookbinding with instructor Andrew Huot. Other classes and workshops begin the week of April 11.
     There are no films or performances scheduled during the spring break. But, mark your calendar for April 14th when the DIVA Center recognizes the contributions that Carolezoom has made to the growth and development of our special place on Broadway and Olive. Carolezoom a.k.a Carole Patterson is moving with her husband to Portland in April. We say farewell with a special public screening of a documentary about her life as a nationally-known disability rights advocate followed by a community reception.

DIVA and COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES

Call for class and workshop proposals. The DIVA Center is seeking class and workshop proposals for morning and daytime classes and workshops in all media-- drawing, painting, etc. Please request a proposal form from or call for a paper copy or download from this site a PDF or DOC.

Class and Workshop Registration. Those interested in taking a Spring art class may want to consider one of the unique 4,6, or 8 week classes, or single day workshops, offered at DIVA starting in April. Registration is now under way. See Class and Workshop opportunities listed below.

Call to Artists. Pearl Buck Center is soliciting artists for their annual fundraiser, Fine Art, Fine Wines, Fine Times to be held on May 20.  For more information, contact Jerry Williams at .

Art Donations Requested. The Art History Association is calling for art donations for the Acquisitions Show and Auction. Items due March 24th. More information contact: Tricky Burns, Acquisitions Show Coordinator at or Catie Diegregorio also online at http://darkwing.uoregon.edu/~uoaha/

DIVA Silent Auction Continues . Madeleine Leipe, one of the current exhibiting artists, has generously donated a beautiful painting for an auction benefit for DIVA.  This work, valued at $1000 has an opening bid of $400.  The piece is on display in DIVA’s lobby.

 

THIS WEEK AT DIVA

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GALLERY EXHIBITS - Continuing

Bill Stormont

Grace Sheese, ceramics George Kokis, Retrospective Madeleine Liepe, painting Bill Stormont, photography Shinaz LeRoy - sculpture Tricia Clark-McDowell, photography Local Clay - ceramics

CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS AT DIVA

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Are you thinking about taking an art class or workshop? Come join this Spring's Art Instructors and continuing students 6-7 PM, Wednesday, March 22, as they provide a "Show &Tell" session and potluck giving interested folks an opportunity to see what the coming classes and workshops are all about!
      Classes and workshops start the second week of April and registration is underway at DIVA. It's time to sign-up and become a part of the exciting art scene downtown. Materials lists available at Oregon Art Supply, 1020 Pearl and info on the DIVA website www.divanow.org. All classes are held at the DIVA Center 110 W. Broadway, Eugene.

Classes - 4 Weeks

Sculptural Books
Instructor Andrew Huot
Wednesdays, April 12 – May 3, 2006 (4 weeks)
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Cost: $50 + $20 Materials Fee
Prerequisite: Introduction to Bookbinding class or some bookbinding experience.

In these sessions we will explore some options for three-dimensional books. Concentrating on three accordion variations, we will construct flag, tunnel, and carousel book formats. Students are encouraged to bring postcards and images to use in the books.
      The instructor Andrew Huot has been making artist books since 1990. In addition to working in book repair and restoration he has taught workshops and classes around the Northwest for several years.   Andrew is the former Chair and is a current board member of the Northwest Chapter of the Guild of Bookworkers

Hard Cover Book Structures
Instructor Andrew Huot
Wednesdays, May 10 - 31, 2006 (4 weeks)
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Cost: $50 + $20 Materials Fee
Prerequisite: Introduction to Bookbinding class or some bookbinding experience.

This class will cover three variations of hard-covered books with single and multiple sections. The structures are sewn and glued, covered in cloth and paper, and can be used as journals, sketchbooks, or artist books.
     The instructor Andrew Huot has been making artist books since 1990. In addition to working in book repair and restoration he has taught workshops and classes around the Northwest for several years.   Andrew is the former Chair and is a current board member of the Northwest Chapter of the Guild of Bookworkers

Classes - 6 Weeks

Beginning Colored Pencil
Instructor: Do Mi Stauber email: phone:
Mondays, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, starting April 17th
Number of Weeks: 6
Cost: $80.00
Instructor: Do Mi Stauber
Prerequisites: none. teenagers and adults welcome. (This class will run if six people have registered by April 3rd)

Learn basic techniques in the rich and accessible medium of colored pencil. We will cover materials, techniques for texture and applying pigment, design, color theory, and composition. You will work on an ongoing project at your own level with individual guidance, and see Do Mi demonstrate on works in progress.
      Instructor: Do Mi Stauber has been drawing all her life, and working in colored pencil for the last eight years. Using many layers of pigment, she explores the intimate landscapes of rocks, trees, and wildlife. Respect and awe for nature infuse her work. She has displayed and won awards in local and national juried shows, including the Eugene Mayor’s Art Show. Her work was featured in the February 2006 issue of American Artist magazine. Author, Facing the Text: Content and Structure in Book Indexing. See her work at www.domistauberart.com.

Spotlight on Still life
Instructor: John Holdway email:
Tuesdays, 6-9 pm, starting 4/12 for 6 weeks  
Cost: $70
Prerequisites: none but drawing ability helpful

Start where you are, whether a beginner or experienced oil painter. Develop your drawing skills and explore the ins and out of the medium through demonstration and easel side critiques working from weekly still
life set-ups.
      The instructor John Holdway trained at the Maryland Institute College of Art and currently exhibits his still life paintings at Opus6ix Gallery in Eugene and at Bella Perla Gallery in Portland.

Classes - 8 Weeks

Expressionist Acrylics.
Rich Klopfer e-mail:
Thursdays, 6:30-8:30 pm, starting April 13th
$80 + $10 material fee
8 weeks.
Prerequisites: Some drawing experience helps.

In the German Expressionist tradition, learn to paint with pure color and draw in a representational but stylized way. Instructor will show how to put a drawing on to canvas and apply bold colors with passion.
     Rich Klopfer, a locally based artist, has exhibited his painting and sculpture in solo shows across the US. His work is currently featured in quARTerly and on exhibit at Gunnar Nordstrom Fine Arts in Kirkland, WA.

Exploring Color with Pastels
Instructor: Rebecca Mannheimer
Wednesday 6:30-8:30 Starting April 12th for 8 weeks.

This class is designed for beginning and intermediate students.(Prior basic drawing is helpful). We will study color as well as drawing concepts around a still life set-up each week. We will explore color   theory and how it impacts our drawings as well as how to build layers of color using pastels.  
      Rebecca has taught for many years in Portland after graduating from the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA) in painting and drawing. She has also been teaching various classes at DIVA since the summer of 2004.

Introduction to Bookbinding
Instructor Andrew Huot
Wednesday, April 5, 2006
Time: 6 - 9 pm
Cost: $30 + $5 Materials Fee

Never made a book before but always wanted to try? This one-day workshop will teach you the skills and techniques to start making your own books and pamphlets. We will make six different book structures that you can use for gifts, small notebooks, journals, or art projects. No experience is necessary, and all are encouraged to join in.

Long Stitch Book
Instructor Andrew Huot
Saturday, April 15, 2006
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Cost: $30 + $10 Materials Fee
Prerequisite: Introduction to Bookbinding class or some bookbinding experience.

In this workshop we will construct a book using the long stitch bookbinding structure with multiple sections to allow more pages. Based on 16th Century models, this method has rows of sewing on the spine that serve as a decorative element. Participants will go home with a completed book.

Paste Paper
Instructor Andrew Huot
Saturday, April 29, 2006
Time: 1 - 4 pm
Cost: $30 + $15 Materials Fee.

This paper decorating technique has been used for book covers and endsheets since the 16th century.   A paint and paste mixture is applied to the paper with brushes, then patterned with an assortment of combs, tools, and stamps.   We will make a variety of samples that can be used for books, boxes, origami, or as wrapping paper.

Drop In Workshop

Drop-in figure drawing
John Holloway
Wednesdays 6-9 on-going starting April 12th
$10 per session, discount for purchasing block of 10 sessions
Pay Instructor

Working from models this class will help the figure drawer learn techniques to improve. instructor john holdway will be on hand to assist and coach. Warm up exercises will include gesture drawing. students will move into drawing longer sustained poses in each 3 hour session. Drawing materials of your choice but no solvents no sprays 

DIVA CENTER INFORMATION

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VOLUNTEERING
The Center is always looking for those who want to become involved as volunteer staff. Gallery set-up and installation, front desk staffing, and assisting with media art events are just some of the possibilities for those who want to participate. Call or write  and volunteer today! College Internships are also possible options for participating at the DIVA Center.

PROGRAM and FACILITIES BOOKING
Eric Ostland, Coordinator
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