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Speakeasy Art CenterDecember 7, 2012
Email : speakeasyartcenter@hotmai l .comFacebook: Speakeasy Art Center
Address: 353 Court St. Pekin, IL 61554
Latest BuzzArt Classes
Sign up now for Winter Sessionclasses. Learn, be inspired, and havesome fun! Beginning Jan. 12, 2013Speakeasy Art Center will open thedoors for winter courses. Mostprograms last six weeks and start at$80. Each course concludes with acritique and is followed by a groupshow in our gallery. Contact us [email protected]. Come explore your imagination andcreate some art. A list of classes andtimes can be found inside.
Peekin' InSilent Auction, Closing Reception
"Ojibway Artist, Pamela Gargiulo"will be rapping up soon. Come to theclosing reception Dec. 21, 2012 at7:30pm. The artist has chosen to hold asilent auction of her art on display for this affair. Last month her openingcelebration saw a fabulous turnout ofover 200 people. Many photos fromher opening can be viewed on our Facebook page. We look forward toher closing reception and once again,we very much appreciate Pamela f illingour downtown Pekin gallery with her wonderful 2-D and 3-D work.
Turtle Clan, Ceramic, Pam Gargiulo
Give the perfect Christmas gift for all ages ! Official Holiday Gift Certificates
available now
T his certificate, along with payment, entitles the barer to Winter Session provided by the Speakeasy Art Center
353 Court Street, Pekin, IL 61554
Classes begin January 12, 2013Critique at end of six weeks with group show in our gallery
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Speakeasy Art CenterArt Classes
Begin January 12, 2013
Youth Intro to Art, Age 10 – 15Instructor, James FlaniganSaturday, 9:30-11:30$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Youth Drawing, Age 10 - 15Instructor, Doug HalsteadSaturday, 10-12$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Painting with Susan CarsonInstructor, Susan CarsonSaturday, 1-3$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Drawing & Watercolor with Bob CassidyInstructor, Bob CassidyWednesday, 9-11$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Glass Blowing at Echo ValleyInstructor: Jeremie Draper check with instructor for schedule and class fees
Book Binding WorkshopsInstructor, Erica Van Ollefencheck with instructor for schedule and class [email protected]
Drawing, Age 16 & Older Instructor, James FlaniganThursday, 6:30-8:30$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Printmaking, Age 16 & Older Instructor, James FlaniganSaturday, 12-2$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Handmade Pottery, Beginners ClassInstructor, Dan BuchananThursday, 6-8$ 150, six weeks, material provided
Making the Most of Your Advanced Camera, Age 16& Older Instructor, H. W. Butch Clor Wednesday, 6:30-8:30$ 80, six weeks, check with instructor for supplies
Critique Night, Let’s Talk Art Host, James FlaniganWednesday, 7:30 – 9:00No Fee
Name: Age:Address:City, State, Zip:Phone(s):Email:Course Title:
We highly anticipate the next soloexhibit from painter Andrea Lucas-Martin. Andrea has been making art allher life. She studied at Grand ValleyState University and has twice beenaccepted into Art Prize, an internationalart competition held in Grand Rapids.Andrea is well versed in oil & acrylic andhas recently found an affinity for watercolor. Her opening reception isJan. 25 at 7:30pm and the show will runthrough Feb. 24.
The artist has planned a 1920's -1930'stheme for her opening reception. She isencouraging folks to put on their favorite fedoras, flapper hats, zoot suitsor period attire and join us for the fun!
“The Rebel”, Watercolor,
Andrea Lucas-Martin
Latest BuzzGrand Rapids Artist,
Andrea Lucas-Martin
On The LookoutAnnual Fine Art Auction
Speakeasy’s Annual Fine Art
Auction is coming up Friday, Feb.15th. Come to the gallery and helpus support fine art in thecommunity. We are now acceptinga wide range of artwork fromdrawings, paintings, prints andphotos to ceramics, jewelry,blown glass, sculpture and more.Artists interested in makingsubmissions should contact us byemail or on our Facebook.
Live music to enjoy and good food toeat at the auction! Bring your favoritebottle for the wine share and find thatperfect piece of art!Auction Admission $15.
Auction Preview Party will be heldone week earlier, Friday, Feb. 8; at 6pm.Live music and good food! You can bringyour favorite bottle for the wine share.Only $5 entry gets you into this sneakpreview and you’ll receive $5 off auction
admission on Feb 15th.Don’t miss this!
Artist Submission Info
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Word On The Street
Reserve the Speakeasy Art Center for your next memorable event. TheSpeakeasy, located in Pekin'sHistoric Downtown, is a great placeto entertain your guests whilesurrounding them with creativeexhibits from the region's bestartists. Now available for you tohost wedding receptions, class andfamily reunions, anniversary andbirthday parties or just about anyspecial event. Contact us at:[email protected] or Speakeasy Art Center on Facebook,Contact: Shannon Cox.
The BeeswaxSolo and Group Showings
We are currently accepting submissionsfor solo and group shows in 2013. Artistsinterested in exhibiting should contactJames Flanigan through his email:[email protected] or through our Facebook page.
Gallery Rental for Your
Special Events
The Cat's MeowVolunteer Opportunities at
The SpeakeasyWe are looking to assemble a
volunteer team to assist the staffat our gallery. The board isdiscussing positions such as GalleryAttendants, Exhibit Assistants,Special Event Assistants, and aMural Team for the back wall of our building located at 353 CourtStreet. Come be a part of theSpeakeasy and have fun doing it!
All interested parties shouldcontact us at:[email protected] Speakeasy Art Center onFacebook, Contact persons:Shannon Cox or James Flanigan.
Studio Spaces For Rent
Come explore your imagination in our Historic Downtown art center and createyour art in our private studios. We arenow considering artists for residence atthe Speakeasy. Inside you'll find spaces ofvarious sizes in a very competitive pricerange. Contact us at:[email protected] or Speakeasy Art Center on Facebook,Contact: Shannon Cox.