MARCH 2012 317 MIDDLE STREET P.O. BOX 596 NEW BERN, NORTH CAROLINA 28563

M arch is National Youth Art Month, and the Craven Arts Council & Gallery is proud to exhibit the work of some of

Craven County’s most promising young artists. The theme for this 11th annual show is Elements of Art: “Do you see what I see?” Craven County Schools visual arts educators presented their classes – grades K-12 - with a project to create art which incorporates one or all of the elements of art. Students from the elementary, middle and high schools created works such as sculptures, tiles, weaving, drawings and paintings. Each school will have up to five pieces of art in the exhibit. Hanna Marshbanks, the show’s coordinator for the second year, noted that, “It means a lot to the students to be able to display their art in this type of venue and to present their art to the community.” Art teacher Dawn Pollock’s students are in grades 9 through 12. States Pollock, “At any age, the images of people appreciating their work leaves an impression that stays with them for a lifetime. This exhibit is a reward for doing good, quality work. It also helps build a future in art and contributes to their portfolios.” The tiles created are based on a Keith Haring Study. Haring based his communication to the public with simplistic and symbolic images that all ages could interpret. The students had to come up with an image that would suggest a story through one picture. They had to work with a 6” x 6” space and a close compositional style. They had to use color combinations from the color wheel after an intensive color study lesson. Their color choices within their work was made to

11th AnnuAl Youth Art Month Show, MArch 9-25direct the viewer in the tone or mood of the story. The students had to create visual texture to enhance the shapes drawn and help with suggesting foreground, mid-ground and background within the piece. The shapes/picture had to be presented with simplicity and to be reflective of the Keith Haring style. All interpretations

are original to the student. In the weaving project, the

students were told to choose two magazine pictures that were complimentary of one another or that would follow the same theme. The students had to measure ¼-inch strips to reflect the warp and weft of a weaving and bond the strips together through the tabby weave technique. The student had to tell a story using the two pictures together, leaving some highlighted images (focal points) in their work, while creating a well-balanced composition. The rest of the weaving would develop cohesiveness through visual textures and color combinations. All of the art elements, as well as some design principles, were addressed in this composition.

With the radial cardboard pieces, the students designed

“gears” that are mounted to wooden spools and turn simultaneously with a connecting pull-string. Art that is designed to incorporate motion is classified as Kinetic Art. These pieces use line and shape. The exhibit opens March 9 and runs through March 24. There will be an artists’ reception on Friday, March 9, from 5 to 8 p.m., during ArtWalk. Join us and encourage our youth in their pursuit of art and examine each of the artworks to “see what I see.” For additional information about this exhibit, call 252-638-2577.

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Home andGarden Show

March 17 and 18

Do you have art storedunder the bed or in closets?

Collect all your unwanted oil paintings, acrylics, watercolors, pottery, textiles, photographs, sculpture, etc. and bring them to the Bank of the Arts or the Sun Journal by Saturday, March 14. These works will be offered for sale at the Vin-tage Art Market, to be held during the Sun Journal’s Home and Garden Show at the Riverfront Convention Center on March 17 and March 18. All proceeds from the Vintage Art Market will benefit the Craven Arts Council & Gallery, and donations are tax deductible. A receipt will be provided upon delivery of your artwork.

2011-2012 BoArD oF DIrEctorSJudy Avery, PresidentLinda Mattocks, Vice PresidentBarbara Brown, Treasurer

Becky BadgerCarol BectonJim BisbeeSandy BrunoJeb CollierRose DanellaPhilip EvanchoJudy FarsaieKim Hardison

Georgia JohnsonValarie KiteMitch LewisKindelle McCullenNelson McDanielDeborah TaggartSusan WardBen WatfordMarshall Williams

StAFFCarol Tokarski, Executive DirectorMichele Cole, ProgramsRani Moran, Gallery ShopKimberly Swain, AdministrationMimi Sforza, Volunteers

The Luminary is a monthly publication prepared by the Craven Arts Council & Gallery, Inc. Its purpose is to disseminate news of art-related activities in the community. Submissions to the Luminary must arrive by the 5th of the preceding month. Word documents and jpg images at 300 dpi are preferred. E-mail submissions and inquiries to cravenarts@cravenarts.org. To speak with the editors, call Carol Tokarski or Michele Cole at 252-638-2577.

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The Empty Bowls event held at Temple Baptist Church on February 9, was a huge success. Over $20,000 was raised, which will benefit both the Craven Arts

Council & Gallery and Religious Community Services. On behalf of the Empty Bowls Committee, our sincere thanks go to the many contributing artists, sponsors, soup providers and volunteers who worked so hard to make this fundraiser possible.

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Bank of the Arts317 Middle Street

New Bern, NCTuesday - Saturday

Sun Journal3200 Wellons Boulevard

New Bern, NCMonday - Friday

Artwork to be delivered Wednesday, March 14.

Art donations accepted at:

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thIS Month AtthE BAnK oF thE ArtSGALLERY HOuRSTuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

ELEMENTS OF ART: DO YOu SEE WHAT I SEE?Craven County Schools ExhibitMarch 9 through March 25

OPENING RECEPTION AND ARTWALKMarch 9, 5 to 8 p.m.With Dayton Vesper on piano

• The Accidental Artist – 219A Craven Street• Carolina Creations – 317A Pollock Street• Fraser’s Wine and Cheese Gourmet

Shoppe – 210 Middle Street

SuPPort our corPorAtE Art PArtnErS

SPECIAL OFFERS FOR OuR INVESTOR, SHAREHOLDER AND EquITY MEMBERS:

• Show your membership card at The Accidental Artist for one free studio fee (up to $8 value).

• Show your membership card at Carolina Creations and receive a free greeting card with any purchase over $25.

• Show your membership card at Fraser’s Wine and Cheese and receive a 10% discount on purchases over $25.

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Eric McRay was born and raised in Washington,

DC, but occasionally travelled to the quiet, rural North Carolina communities of his father’s youth. These trips were Eric’s first exposure to the qualities of southern living. “It was peaceful. It was refreshing. I was bedazzled,” proclaims McRay. As an adult, Eric McRay returned to his North Carolinian heritage, where he has become a major force in the area’s art community. Here he looks for new places to prodigiously paint and areas to explore. McRay focuses on his favorite subjects such as New Bern, Morehead City, Beaufort, Atlantic Beach, the North Carolina Beaches and our coastal salt marshes. His work uniquely captures the spirit of North Carolina living. McRay re-energizes himself beneath the majestic North Carolina sun. “Here everything shines; everything is colorful; everything is full of light.” New Bern ArtWorks & Company is located in Studio 323 “Home of Working Artisans” at 323 Pollock Street, downtown New Bern. Open Monday – Friday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Call 252-634-9002 or go to the Web site at www.newbernartworks.com.

Carolina Creations Fine Art and Contemporary

Craft Gallery, 317 Pollock Street in Downtown New Bern, announces their featured artist for March and April, Dan Nelson, of Raleigh. During February, Nelson created much excitement as he was observed painting on the streets of New Bern. With his 100-pound easel, patio umbrella and a sound system and lights plugged a marine battery, Nelson paints 4-by-6-foot paintings and visits with passersby until long after sundown. He loves chatting with onlookers, students and artist wanna-be’s while he works. “I do my best painting when I am mildly distracted,” Dan quips. “I like the energy that I get from interacting with people, and the locals are the ones who can really tell you about their town.” For this show, which runs through April 30, Nelson painted Middle Street, Tryon Palace, New Street, Hancock and the Jones House, to name a few. He will be in town for the ArtWalk, March 9, 5-8 p.m. and will be demonstrating in front of Carolina Creations, weather permitting. For more information about the show call 252-633-4369, E-mail info@carolinacreations.com or visit www.carolinacreations.com. The gallery winter hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Sundays and 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. (or later!) during ArtWalk.

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T he jungle is filled with jazz in this wild Disney classic based on the beloved film. Featuring popular songs such as “The Bare Necessities” and “I Wanna Be like

You,” this exciting show with its colorful characters and swingin’ rhythm is sure to capture the hearts of all ages. Performances take place at the New Bern Civic Theatre, 414 Pollock Street, New Bern, March 9, 10, 16, 17, 23 and 24 at 7 p.m. and March 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. Tickets are $14 in advance, $16 at the door and $10 for students and Active Duty Military with ID. For your convenience, NBCT is proud to announce ONLINE TICKET SALES! Log onto www.newberncivictheatre.com to purchase your tickets online, call 252-633-0567 or follow them on facebook.com/newberncivictheatre and Twitter.

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A rt & Materials is now Bear Hands Art Factory and Framing, and they

invite you to “Connect with Art!” at their Canvas and Clay Connection Parties. No experience is needed for these evening events. All artwork is designed to be completed in about two hours and with little or no experience. You may bring wine, beer and snacks so you can enjoy a unique evening of fun and creativity.

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T he Craven Community Concert Band will perform its spring concert at Grover C. Fields Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m., Tuesday, March 13. Selections include

Gustav Holst’s First Suite and the music of Ray Charles. Chris McNally will perform an alto saxophone solo in an arrangement of “Someone to Watch Over Me.” From Broadway the band will perform selections from Phantom of the Opera; and for you “Irish” fans, there is a special Irish piece. Chris Elbing, the New Bern High School band director, will conduct a powerful piece by Howard Hanson. The concert will round out with a Belgian march, a transcription from Brahm’s Requiem, Frank Erickson’s Air for Band and the exciting Pines of the Appian Way from the Pines of Rome. Admission to the concert is FREE!! It starts at 7 p.m. and will last an hour and 15 minutes. No tickets are required; but to help cover the band’s operating expenses, a free-will offering would be appreciated. For more information, go to www.cravencommunityconcertband.org.

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Simon Spalding returns to Trent River Coffee Company on Saturday, March 17, presenting “Around the World to Ireland in 80 Tunes.” The program will feature

instruments and tunes from near and far, and Irish surprises as well! It’s an international alternative to the usual St. Patrick’s Day musical fare. Get ready for some exotic sounds at this evening of musical globe-trotting, with all roads leading to the Emerald Isle! Trent River Coffee Company is at 208 Craven Street. The music begins at 8 p.m., and tickets are $5 and available at the door. Call 252-514-2030 for more information.

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Ratio Theatre Company is proud to announce its first musical - Jacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in Paris.

The poignant, passionate and profound songs of Belgian songwriter Jacques Brel are brought to vivid theatrical life in this intense musical experience. Brel’s legendary romance, humor and moral conviction are evoked simply and directly. The result is a powerful, intimate, bold and emotional evening of theatre. Performances take place March 9, 10, 16 and 17 at 8 p.m. and March 11 and 18 at 2 p.m. at the Scottish Rite Auditorium, 516 Hancock Street. Tickets are $22 and are available at the Bank of the Arts or online at www.ratiotheatre.org.

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Three Trees - 12X16 CanvasSaturday, March 3, 7-9 p.m.

This painting starts on a black canvas. You will be guided through a process that ensures success while allowing you to maintain your own personal style. There will be other events in this style as well, so you can collect a series that matches.

Textured Vase 9x7x3 hand-built ceramic vaseSaturday, March 10, 7-9 p.m.

Create a functional vase designed to hold fresh or dried flowers.

Van Gogh Sunflowers - 12 x 16 CanvasSaturday March 17, 7-9 p.m.

Paint this “loose” rendition of Van Gogh’s work. You will be guided through some of the techniques he used to create his work.

The cost for each event is $35 per person. Bear Hands Art Factory and Framing is located at 219 Middle Street. Call 252-514-ARTS (2787) for additional information or to reserve your spot today!

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DOWN EAST FOLKARTSNorth Carolina Piedmont BluesCullman Performance Hall, NC History Center at Tryon PalaceMarch 2 at 8 p.m.Tickets: $20 general admission; $18 DEF members; $10 students

STILL ON THE HILLTrent River Coffee CompanyMarch 16 at 8 p.m.Clawsons’ RestaurantMarch 17 at 8 p.m.Tickets: $15 general admission; $12 DEF members; $8 students

RATIO THEATREJacques Brel is Alive and Well and Living in ParisScottish Rite AuditoriumMarch 9, 10, 16, 17 at 8 p.m.March 11 and 18 at 2 p.m.

CRAVEN COMMuNITY CONCERT BANDSpring ConcertGrover C. Fields Performing Arts CenterMarch 13 at 7 p.m.Tickets: Free admission, no tickets required.

RIVERTOWNE REPERTORY PLAYERSFor the PeopleMasonic TheatreMarch 23 at 6 p.m. - Premiere show and dinnerMarch 24, 30 and 31 at 8 p.m.March 25 and April 1 at 3 p.m.Tickets: $20 for Premiere night only (includes dinner); $15 advance; $18 at door for all other performances

CRAVEN CONCERTSCarolina BrassGrover C. Fields Performing Arts CenterApril 19 at 7:30 p.m.Tickets: $15 general admission; $18 Patron Preferred

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The Piedmont Blues Show, a very special blues celebration featuring Lightnin’ Wells and Jon Shain, is coming to New Bern on March 2.

Lightnin’ Wells has spent most of his adult life studying with original Piedmont blues performers such as John Dee Holeman and Big Boy Henry, and has become an icon of this dynamic blues style. Jon Shain learned from some of the originals as well, and his passion for American roots music shows in his engaging stage presence. When the two of them get together, the audience is in for an earful of Piedmont Blues! Presented by the Down East FolkArts Society, the performance will be at 8 p.m. on Friday, March 2, in the Cullman Performance Hall at 529 S. Front Street. Tickets are $20 general admission, $18 for DEFAS and Council of Friends members and active duty military and $10 for students. Tickets may be purchased in advance at Bank of the Arts or the North Carolina History Center or may be reserved by calling 252-633-6444. For additional information, visit www.downeastfolkarts.org.

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T he premiere of “For the People,” a musical comedy by Jim Ragan and Tracy Henry, will be presented by the RiverTowne Repertory Players at the Masonic

Theatre, 514 Hancock Street, in New Bern. “For the People” gives audiences a lighthearted look behind the scenes of the rough-and-tumble world of modern day politics. In this political romp, a race for the governor’s seat is accompanied by seedy backroom deals, dramatic plot twists, unlikely campaign strategies and even a touch of romance - all of which is accompanied by an engaging and memorable musical score. To hear some of the music from this delightful play, visit www.forthepeoplemusical.com. “For the People” will open on March 23. Additional performances take place on March 24, 30 and 31 at 8 p.m. and March 25 and April 1 at 3 p.m. Tickets are available at the Bank of the Arts and are $15 in advance and $18 at the door. March 23 will be Premiere Night, with a “Meet-the-Candidates” barbecue dinner. The dinner, which starts at 6 p.m., is being catered by The Scottish Rite and will be held in their dining room next door to the Masonic Theatre. Tickets for this night only are $20 and include dinner.

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Seemingly oblivious to the limitations of what two

musicians can create, Still on the Hill (comprised of Donna Stjerna and Kelly Mulhollan) have set new boundaries of originality. This duo uses traditional instruments from their home in the Ozarks (mandolin, banjo, fiddle, harmonica and guitar), as well as other exotic instruments, to create a kaleidoscope of musical color and texture. Like musical white lightning, Still on the Hill will offer you shots of their unique “folkgrass” that just leaves you wanting more! Shows begin at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 members, $8 students and are available at the venues and at the Bank of the Arts. For more information, call 252-633-6444 or visit www.downeastfolkarts.org.

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Friday, March 16 - Trent River Coffee CompanySaturday, March 17 - Clawson’s Restaurant

Future Artwalks:April 20, May 11, July 13, September 14 and november 9, 2012

9 carolina creations 317A Pollock St., 633-4369 Painting the Town – New Bern

oil paintings by raleigh artist dan Nelson

10 Morgan’s tavern & grill 235 craven St., 636-2430 Fine dining

11 the Accidental Artist 219A craven St., 634-3411 customer Appreciation Night.

Free studio time from 5-8 p.m. No experience necessary! great fun for the whole family! reservations encouraged

12 Mitchell hardware 215 craven St., 638-4261 Featuring a complete line of

hardware, gifts and more

13 Beads-n-Bowls 220 craven St., 910-330-5032 Jewelry supplies and pottery

14 the next chapter Bookstore 320 South Front St., 633-5774 Artwork by local watercolorist

Mimi dixon; book signing with local author Flora Ann Scearce

15 new Bern Farmer’s Market 412 South Front St. Hosting three local talents: author,

Phil Bowie; artist, charles Hines; and musicians, “travelin’ light”

1 craven Arts council & gallery Bank of the Arts 317 Middle St., 638-2577 craven county Schools Show opening reception Pianist dayton Vesper

2 the chelsea 335 Middle St., 637-5469 Fine dining, American cuisine

3 new Bern Sculpture Park corner of Middle & Broad Sts. Juried Sculpture Park Show

4 new Bern civic theatre 414 Pollock St., 634-9057 Performance – The Jungle Book Kids

call for tickets

5 Bear hands Art Factory & Framing 219 Middle St., 514-2787 Featuring the works of several

local artists

6 MJs raw Bar & grill 216 Middle St., 635-6890 Abstract paintings by lisa Bisbee

7 the Four c’s 250 Middle St., 636-3285 clothing, shoes, gifts and more

8 new Bern Artworks & company 323 Pollock St., 634-9002 Not Just Pretty Pictures – Art by

eric Mcray. opening reception