Christmas PartyThurs., Dec. 5, 2019

at 6 p.m.$15 • Call Terry 480-0103

SCHOOLHOUSE QUARTERLY

Please notify Judi Witt at 822-2885, if you win an

award in competition in 2019. We are proud of our members

and would like to share their success.

Schoolhouse QuarterlyThe Centennial Art Center of Hamburg, Inc. Vol. 32 Issue 3 Fall 2019

Classes & Events MONDAYS

Special Life Drawing (p.3)

TUESDAYSWatercolor Class

Noon – 2:30 p.m. (p. 3)

WEDNESDAYSPen & Ink or Watercolor10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (p. 3)

Beginner Watercolor7 – 9 p.m.

THURSDAYSStudio Days

10:00 – 2:00 p.m. (p. 3)

BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S MEETINGOctober 23, 2019 @ 7 p.m.

MEMBER’S MEETINGSeptember 29, 2019

@ 7 p.m.

SCHOOLHOUSEQUARTERLY DEADLINE

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Congratulations to Christian Reinagel, Our Scholarship Winner!Christian Reinagel, winner of this year’s CAC scholarship, was unanimously nominated by Hamburg High School’s art department and will be studying video game design at RIT specializing in the creative, art side of his major. Christian took nearly every art class the school had to offer including Fiber/Jewelry

Making, Illustration, Graphic Design, Drawing, Painting, Photography, Media Production and Advanced Placement Studio Art. He also participated in the Olympics of Visual Arts in Saratoga Springs in 2017, 2018 and 2019. He placed 3rd and 2nd in two of those competitions. We congratulate Christian on being this year’s CAC Scholarship winner and wish him well in his future endeavors.

Paulette Krakowski Will Talk About Galleries at the Member’s Meeting

Please join us Sept. 26th, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. for a special “Artisan Talk about Galleries” by Paulette Krakowski. This will give artists an overview about galleries, grants, the importance of social media, expand your resume, gallery contracts, etc.Artist Paulette Krakowski has worked as an artist all of her life; in the printing field, the

fine arts, as an art director, instructor and gallery owner. She attended college at the Art Institute of Pittsburgh and State University College at Buffalo. For many years she worked in watercolor and pen and ink. However, she has expanded her artistic interests to color pencil, pottery, collage and mixed media over the past 20 years. Having completed an art therapy minor, she encourages individuals to use art as a therapy; it can help someone express themselves, explore their emotions, manage addictions, develop social skills and improve their self-esteem. During her artistic career, she has belonged to several art groups enjoying group exhibits. Ms. Krakowski has been invited to demo her collage/mixed media art style at many Western New York art societies. Her artwork has been sold internationally, nationally and locally.

“Every artist was first an amateur” — Ralph Waldo Emerson.

COMING SOON!! The Fall Members’ Art Show!!November 1st thru December 6th

at the Hamburg LibraryThe registration form is right inside!!!

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A Special Thank You To John Nelson !!

Our treasurer, John Nelson surprised us with a completely refurbished sign and we can’t thank him enough! If you have not seen it, please stop by, because this photo does not do it

justice. Stop in for studio days (there is no charge) or check out one of the classes. Instructors are always happy to see a new face.

10,000 Vines Winery Exhibitors

2019 ScheduleOctober 15 – December 30

Susan Palys

Jack Edson with John Merlino at John’s opening at 10,000 Vines. A great night, great art & great wine!

Please patronize the winery, the largest contributor to the Centennial Art Center. We receive a percentage of the proceeds from each bottle of wine with our member’s labels. When buying a gift for a friend, keep in mind the winery has some of the best wine in Western New York and has many gifts and accessories. To be added as an exhibitor, please contact Steve Mayo….864 9063.

AROUND THE SCHOOLHOUSEOur Members Are Making Us Proud!

Carol Koziol Clark’s watermedia painting, has been juried into the Buffalo Society of Artists 124th Catalogue Exhibition. The Exhibit will be hung at The Sisti Gallery North, 6535 Campbell Blvd, Pendleton, NY 14094, from September 22-October 27, 2019. The opening reception is September 22, 2-5. “This Way and That Way” (shown left), a watercolor of Koi which includes abstraction and stamping techniques was juried into the 28th Regional Artists Exhibition by John Opera, at WNY Artists Group Gallery, One Linwood Ave, Buffalo. Show runs August 23-September 27.

Many Members Won at the Erie County FairGloria Constantine received a 1st Place in the Animal story category and a 2nd place for her Animal portrait.Carol Maltby received a 2nd place for her figure drawing and a 2nd place for her still life.Sue Palys received a 1st place for her landscape “Craggy Shore” (shown left).

Mary Ahrens received a 1st place for her seascape, “Portland Head Lighthouse” (shown right). More Members Won Prizes

at the East Aurora Outdoor Show -

Dorothy Roche - 1st Place in AcrylicsVeronica Benes- 2nd Place in WatercolorSharon Schasel Brown - 1st Place in Pastel Sharon Bartell - 1st Place in Mixed Media

Welcome to Our New Volunteers !Susan Palys is our new Publicity Chair. She will be getting the word out there about shows, events, meetings and so much more. She can be contacted by email at susanpalys@gmail.com or by phone 549- 6583. Terry Walkowski is serving on the Hospitality Committee. Please help her out by bringing things to share at shows and meetings. She can be contacted by phone at 480-0103.

Thank you to all our volunteers!! We cannot survive without you!

From Sunshine Chair Joyce Culp If you know of a member who is sick or has lost a loved one, please let me know and I will get a card out to them from the CAC. Please call me at 627-2279 or e-mail me at culp3290@roadrunnecan sign r.com. Thank you, Joyce Culp

Centennial Art Center Members’ Fall Art Show 2019

at the Hamburg Public Library

The CAC will hold its Fall Members’ Show at the Hamburg Public Library at 102 Buffalo St. Hamburg, NY, 14075. The following calendar has been established to minimize the impact of our show on the library. All works in the show will be pre-registered using the form on the bottom of this sheet. Keep the top part, as no other notification will be mailed.

If you intend to enter the show (and we are encouraging all our members to enter), please read all information carefully.

Exhibit CalendarSaturday, Oct. 19

Friday, Nov. 1

Sunday, Nov. 3

Friday, Dec. 6

Postmark deadline for registration forms Note: Annual dues must be paid prior to the show registration deadline to be eligible to enter.

Drop Off - 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. only. Receiving at the Hamburg Public Library, 102 Buffalo St., Hamburg. Please notify Mary Ahrens (649-0740), if you need to make other arrangements.(The Library Staff will not accept your work.)

Reception in the Library Community Room from 2:00 to 4:00 PM, awards promptly at 3:00 PM

3:00 to 5:30 p.m. only. Pick up work at the Library. Absolutely no artwork should be removed before that time for security concerns. Please contact Mary Ahrens, if there is a problem with date/time of delivery or pickup. Library staff is not responsible for your work.

The Hours of The Hamburg Public LibraryMonday 10 - 9 Tuesday 1- 9 Wednesday 9 - 5 Thursday 1 - 9 Friday 9 - 9 Saturday 9 – 5 Sunday 12 – 5

The Exhibit may be viewed Saturday, Nov. 2, thru Thursday, Dec. 5, during the above hours.

A program listing all the works as well as identification cards for each piece will be produced from the following registration form. Please fill it out clearly and mail to: Mary Ahrens, 4945 Abbott Road, Orchard Park, NY 14127, postmarked by Saturday, October 19. Enclose your $25.00 entry fee check for two pieces of your work, or $20.00 check for one piece. Makeyour check payable to the Centennial Art Center of Hamburg, Inc.

The utmost care will be taken in handling artworks, but artists are responsible for their own insurance. Neither the Centennial Art Center nor the Hamburg Library will be responsible for the loss or damage to artwork. You may enter two works that have not been shown at Centennial Art Center shows in the past. They must be your original work, properly framed, and wired for hanging. There is no size limitation (within reason). Show Committee Chairman is Mary Ahrens (649-0740). Please feel free to contact Mary if you have any questions or concerns.

Judge of Show – Carol Case Siracuse received her BFA from Smith College. She did graduate work in Architecture at HarvardGraduate School of design and at Princeton University. She has a Masters degree in Architecture. She is a member of the Buffalo Society of Artists and a past president of the Niagara Frontier Society of Artists.

No other notice will be sent to members for the Fall show. Please mail the following form and save the above information for your records.- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -

Title of Art Work ______________________________________________________________________________________Your Name _____________________________________________ Phone # ______________________________________Medium ________________________________________________ E mail _______________________________________Title of Art Work ______________________________________________________________________________________Your Name _____________________________________________ Phone # ______________________________________Medium ________________________________________________ E mail _______________________________________If you have never won a monetary award from the CAC, please initial here: ______________ This qualifies you for the Grace Rosati Award.

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Schoolhouse Sessions

Special Session Life Drawing

Draw or paint a nude figure model. Artists pay approximately $10 per session to cover the cost of the model. Artists must be over 21. Photography is prohibited. Call Lee Heinikel at 992-2943 to set up a day.

Studio Days Thursdays

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.Spend time on your art in the company of other artists. Studio days are open to the public and all media is welcome. Bring your lunch and join us. For more information, call Nancy Koczaja at 984-3716 or Lynn Jay at 649-1127.

Name _______________________________________

Address _____________________________________

City _____________________ State____ Zip_______

Phone_______________________________________

E-mail ______________________________________

Patron $50_____ New Member $25______ Renewal $25_______ Junior (18 or under) $10________

Membership in the CAC is open to anyone interested in supporting our goal in the field of Visual Arts. All members receive the Schoolhouse Quarterly and membership card. Some programs have a reduced fee for members. New members are welcome at any time. Dues and renewals are received by January 31st of the calendar year.

Mail remittance to:Catherine O’Neill34 Marengo St.Hamburg, NY 14075

Make checks payable to: The Centennial Art Center of Hamburg, Inc.

Please send a self-addressed stamped envelope with your dues and application to receive a membership card.

Artsy Birthday Party for Kids

The Centennial Art Center is offering art centered parties for children 6 – 12, two hours on Saturdays and Sundays only between the hours of 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. $15.00 per child **** without pizza $12.00 per child, 10 child minimum. A $50.00 deposit is due 10 days before the date. Contact Judi Witt at 863-9699 or 822-2885 or Terry Walkowski at 480-0103.

ARTISTS’ CHOICE CLASSES FOR ADULTSWatercolor Painting or Pen & Ink Drawing

with Lynn Jay • Wednesdays 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Fall into an exciting new hobby or improve the artistic skills you already have while enjoying the company of other art students. Learn special techniques for layering washes, texturing, perspective and more. Classes are open to students of all skill levels. Call the instructor at 649-1127 to register, for a supply list or for further information. See samples of Lynn’s artwork by visiting her website at www.lynnjay.com Students sign up for classes in 6 week increments at a cost of $72. Attend any 6 of the 8 available class dates for each session. Upcoming sessions: October-November 2019 and January-February 2020

Making Art with the CAC Printing Press Workshops with Walter S. Mayo • Workshops: Tuesdays Oct. 8, 15, & 22, 7-9 pmThe former Evans Art Guild printing/etching press has been moved into the CAC School House and will be available for classes or individual use. If you have not used a printing press before, then come to the workshops to find out how to use a press for art making. Contact Steve Mayo 864-9063 to register.Workshop #1 (Oct. 8): Introduction to using a printing press, how to use different

papers and inks, how to stay clean with all your fingers intactWorkshop#2 (Oct 15): How to make art using the printing pressWorkshop #3 (Oct 22): How to use more advanced methods for printing/making

art. Cost: $10.00 per class—3 classes for $25.00

Watercolors with Pat Burger Tuesdays, Noon – 2:30 p.m.

Materials will be provided for the first classes. If you have watercolor supplies, bring them. The teacher will supplement them and guide you as to what you should purchase. Students are invited to bring photos of people or houses if they wish to personalize their work. Books and videos will be available showing a variety of techniques you may wish to try. Cost: $10 per class plus $8 monthly lab fee if you are using the instructor’s supplies. This is an on-going class. Painters may enter the class at any time. To register and for information, call Pat at 649-0398.

To send information for the Schoolhouse Quarterly, e-mail judiwitt@verizon.net or call using the phone number above. Information and photos may also be mailed to 29 North Shore Dr., Blasdell, NY 14219. Deadlines: February 1, May 1, August 1, November 1.

Attention Members. Please check your mailing label. If you find a DD in the bottom right corner, your dues are due. Please use the membership form in this Quarterly. Call Catherine O’Neill at 648-4852 or e-mail kconeill@roadrunner.com with any questions.

To Find the CenterFROM THE THRUWAYTake Exit 57 to Rte. 75, Go North to Rte. 20, West to Amsdell Road to the Little Red School House at the junction of Pleasant Avenue and Amsdell Rd.FROM HAMBURG VILLAGETake Pleasant Avenue West to junction of Amsdell Road.The Centennial Art Center is located at 3185 Amsdell Road, Hamburg, New York 14075

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The Centennial Art Center of Hamburg, Inc.3185 Amsdell Road

Hamburg, New York 14075Phone: 716-649-3592

Email: contactcac@gmail.com

The Centennial Art Center was founded in 1975 for the purpose of promoting and encouraging public interest and support of the Arts. We encourage cooperation among artists, art students, craftsman, publishers and others engaged in artistic activities through exhibitions, classes and workshops. We are here to promote the study and improvement of the Arts and provide a registry for artists. Membership is open to all who are interested in supporting our mission.

PresidentVacant*Vice-presidentVacant*TreasurerJohn Nelson ........................... 992-3323SecretaryChristine Ahrens .................... 649-0740MembershipCatherine O’Neill .................. 648-4852Schoolhouse Quarterly EditorJudi Witt ................................ 822-2885Co-EditorMary Ellen Hanna ................. 549-2746Program DirectorJack Edson ............................ 648-7350Schoolhouse Quarterly DistributionCatherine O’Neill .................. 648-4852Members’ Show ChairmanDiane Noody ......................... 627-9388Assistant Show Chairman Gloria Constantine ............... 646-4685 SunshineJoyce Culp ............................. 627-2279

Hospitality Nancy Koczaja ...................... 984-3716Terry Walkowski ................... 480-0103Publicity Susan Palys .......................... 549-6583 At-LargeRita Metzger .......................... 648-6738John Rosati ............................ 627-2495Pat Eberle .............................. 648-0488Robert Hill ............................ 648-1935Joyce Culp ............................. 627-2279*If anyone is interested please contact Mary Ahrens at 649-0740.

Board of Directors

Other VolunteersWeb Manager/Facebook Sharon Gleason ................. 649-1695Scholarship Chairman Lynn Jay ............................ 649-1127Winery Exhibit Coordinator Steve Mayo ....................... 863-9063

PLEASE NOTE:Centennial Art Center information can be found on the Town of Hamburg website

www.townofhamburg.com/ resident-services