by cbhendricks | Jul 2, 2019 | artwork, community, First Friday
Come and see us at the Depot this Friday.
Hidden Gems by the Valley Art Project
This month we are thrilled to welcome a group of local artists to our space. The artists are all part of Valley Art Project and include the following artists:
Pamela Tittle
Erin Murray
Sharon Strite
Alisha Gangwer
Cheryl Richards
Vik Samoylov
Leah Claire Lawson
Kimberly Juda Souder
Emily Quesenberry
All types of medium
Continue your 4th of July celebrations on the 5th at our office. Stop by for a minute to see the work and cool off or come and stay for a longer conversation with the artists or one of your many friends that will be here.
Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
by cbhendricks | May 29, 2019 | artwork, community, First Friday
Come see us at the Depot on June 7, for the First Friday Art Opening.
What a great way to kick off your summer fun – come visit the Depot on First Friday!
June 7, 2019
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gaines Group Architects – The Depot Gallery (second floor)
Laurence Heine is hanging some of his amazing photography and of course we will have a ton of food and drink. Stop by for a minute to see the work and cool off or come and stay for a longer conversation with the artist or one of your many friends that will be here.
Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
ART OPENING INFORMATION
Title of show: Photographs by Laurence Heine
Description of show:
The show features 24 of my favorite photographs covering a variety of subjects including outdoor, wildlife, and architectural scenes.
About the artist: I have been interested in photography since childhood. I remember my first camera was a plastic Kodak box camera. I was a photographer for my high school and college yearbooks and my college newspaper. Over the years I have amassed boxes of slides and photos, many of which have never been looked at. Since switching to digital cameras, I have also taken thousands of digital images (more than 2000 images during an 18 day trip to National Parks in the west in 2015). Although I am primarily interested in photographing nature (landscapes and wildlife), I also enjoy photographing ‘distressed’ (as in abandoned or forlorn) buildings and objects.
I had long desired to be able to display some of my images so others could appreciate them. Recently, I have started mounting and matting my best (or favorite) images and displaying them when an opportunity is available. In the past year I have displayed photos at the Rockingham County Fair, The Smith House Gallery, VMRC, in the offices of Dr. Stacie Dietz, and The Gaines Group.
Because almost every photo has a story, my wife and I started a photo blog (www.blinspirations.com) featuring some of our photos and describing the circumstances which led to the photo being taken, as well as information about the location of the photo and the technical aspects of the photo.
by cbhendricks | May 1, 2019 | artwork, community, First Friday
Come see us at the Depot this Friday for the First Friday Art Opening.
Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
April 5, 2019
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gaines Group Architects – The Depot Gallery (second floor)
ART OPENING INFORMATION
Show title:
Textures + Textiles
Exploring the contrast of textures and textiles created in nature and by the human hand. The fabric of the elephant’s skin is coarse and rigid, filled with lines and wrinkles, and infinitely detailed. It’s a landscape that reads to the life of the animal. By contrast, the quilt has a unique texture with a palette uniquely its own. The stippling is as purposeful to the quilt as wrinkles to the elephant. In this case, each quilt depicts an abstracted landscape of their own. The purpose of each piece of art is to explore the visual textures that forms the fabric of the subject. Textures and textiles can be more alike than we think, the beauty is when all of it can live in harmony.
Artist:
Meg Carpenter Laughlin
Hi, I’m Meg Laughlin! I’ve filled my studies and my career path with various architecture and construction practices. Having studied architecture at the University of Virginia, taking architectural history and landscape design courses, and working professionally as an architecture intern and currently as a construction project coordinator; the underlying theme of my creative endeavors and pursuits is the exploration of “making.” I’m constantly curious about what invites people and nature to grow and thrive. I’m a hands on learner and producer, feeling a greater connection to my surroundings when I’ve had a hand in making their form and function. I love to dream and explore new ways to study my surroundings and develop a greater connection to it. Drawing and quilting are avenues in which I more deeply explore what makes me curious and becomes a language in which I reflect what I learn. Thank you for taking the time to observe these works and my hope is that it inspires you to delve into your own personal exploration.
Read about our previous First Friday Art Opening shows here:
From the Valley to the Bay: a book in the making
Eastern Mennonite School Artists
by cbhendricks | Mar 31, 2019 | artwork, community, First Friday
Come see us at the Depot this Friday for the First Friday Art Opening. We are hosting a group of art teachers from Rockingham County. Their show From the valley to the Bay: a book in the making will look at how our local actions impact the Chesapeake Bay.
Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
April 5, 2019
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gaines Group Architects – The Depot Gallery (second floor)
Our building (first floor Marvin Window and Door Showroom) will also be a Chocolate Walk stop this month. This event supports the Collins Center’s mission to eliminate sexual violence and its impact in our community. (4:00 pm – 8:0 pm)
There will also be a huge event in our parking lot – Friendly City Fortune Kick-Off Event! Come out and see The 2019 Friendly City Fortune prize vehicles! (5:00 pm – 8:00 pm)
ART OPENING INFORMATION
Show title:
From the Valley to the Bay: a book in the making.
Description:
After spending a week last summer learning about the impact our lives here in the Valley have on the Chesapeake Bay, five county art teachers have teamed up to illustrate a children’s book. The book follows an osprey’s journey over waterways from Smith Creek in Broadway, Virginia to the Bay in Tylerton on Smith Island. In its final stages the published book will be a collaboration between five art teachers, two music teachers, and two science & ecology teachers. This exhibit will show you the book’s current stage and feature mixed media artworks, reference photography, and preliminary sketches.
Short Bio:
Brandy Somers, Amelia Guido, Christopher Michael, Martha Maddox and Edwina George are art teachers in Rockingham County.
by cbhendricks | Feb 25, 2019 | artwork, community, First Friday
We are excited to kick off our 2019 First Friday Art Gallery season. Come visit, enjoy some food and drink, and check out these young artists work. I am looking forward to seeing you again – it has been too long!
Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
Featured artist: Eastern Mennonite School student artists
March 1, 2019
5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Gaines Group Architects Harrisonburg Studio
141 West Bruce St. Suite 201, Harrisonburg, VA
Media used in the art: Multiple medias including charcoal, acrylic, stained glass, and more.
The artwork in this show displays a small percentage of the hard work and creative efforts of middle and high school students at Eastern Mennonite School this school year. Our middle school students take an art exploratory class in which they explore a variety of art mediums, problem solve to create themed projects, and develop their own creative ideas through choice projects. In 8th grade or in high school, students take a Basic Art I course where they learn about the Elements of Art before taking media specific courses, such as drawing, painting, ceramics, etc. For students who show greater initiative, experience, and skill, they can further develop their artistic abilities and art portfolio in an independent art study.
Some of the artwork displayed has been created for a specific assignment with requirements. Other artwork was made during student choice work time. The work shown by seniors has been created mostly during independent art studies or in their time outside of class. Whatever the type of project or artwork, this show is about celebrating students’ creativity, curiosity, and growth.
Malea Gascho, EMS Middle and High School Art Teacher
by cbhendricks | Nov 21, 2018 | artwork, community, First Friday
Each month on the First Friday we host a new artist art opening in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!
December 7, 2018
5:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Gaines Group Architects
141 W. Bruce St. Suite 201
Harrisonburg, VA
Please join us to take your own picture with Santa, listen to Red Wing Academy students perform, and purchase art work from Eastern Mennonite School students at this month’s open house. We will have cookies and drinks available. Note the special hours!
ART SHOW
Title: EMS Seasonal Student Artwork
Media: Photography, Drawings, & Mixed Media
Artists: Eastern Mennonite School Student Work
Bio: We Serve is a student-led organization at Eastern Mennonite School which focuses on service projects and events in the local community. The club is sponsored by Rockingham County Rotary as a chartered Interact Club. Previous outreach projects include meals for the Open Doors shelter for the homeless, volunteer work at Anicira (the local no kill animal shelter), meals for Ronald McDonald House families and a local road clean up. Students raise money each year to help fund these projects that benefit our community.
This year, EMS students have created various forms of artwork for display and sale to support their future projects. In appreciation of the changing seasons, many of the pieces will celebrate the fall, winter, and upcoming holidays.
VISIT WITH SANTA
Visit with Santa in the R.S. Monger & Sons Window and Door Showroom, then come upstairs to check out the goodies.
RED WING ACADEMY
We are also thrilled to welcome back Red Wing Academy students to our space again this year.
Red Wing Academy is open to non-beginner violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, mandolin and banjo students. Students will receive individual and group instruction from highly trained music teachers and will also be coached by members of The Steel Wheels throughout the week. Daily curriculum will include group classes, mini lessons, improv and jam sessions, technique and tone development, stage performance, electives, recreation, panel discussions, and more. Each day will close with a camp wide rehearsal to practice for Red Wing performance.
Throughout the 4-day workshop, students will learn several tunes to perform collectively. On Friday, July 12th, 2019, the Academy experience will culminate at Red Wing Roots Music Festival with a live, on-stage performance with The Steel Wheels.
Email academy@redwingroots.com or call 540-588-0332 for more information.
Red Wing Academy is hosted by Eric Brubaker of The Steel Wheels as a four-day intensive camp held at Eastern Mennonite University on July 7-10, 2019.
