The Rockport Center for the Arts is pleased to present the Percussion Ensemble of Texas A&M University – Corpus Christi (TAMUCC) as part of its ongoing Young Performing Artists Series. The concert will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 31st at Main Street Arts Performing Arts Center, located at 902 E. Main Street.
Monte Toon's captivating watercolor paintings are exceptional. Larry Tate's Pysanka Eggs, with both traditional Ukrainian and contemporary Acoma designs are stunning and intriguing. The Art Center is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 10 am to 4 pm. Free admission. Join us for the last 3 days of these two exhibitions.
In a recent 'Hints from Heloise' article, a reader wrote in and had the following to say about storing works of art:
"As a conservator, I want to offer ideas on storing framed and matted works of art. For long-term storage, it's not recommended to keep works in bubbly wrap (the plastic isn't chemically stable over time). It's safe to use for shipping but never in storage. I also wouldn't recommend that any piece be tightly wrapped. Pictures and the material that is used to mat the art need to be able to breathe. But it's not recommended that a piece be left uncovered or exposed to excessive air. Storing art in archival boxes in a vertical position is best." Linda Edquist
The five winning Merit Artists in the 2006 Currents Exhibition, featuring the work of members of the Rockport Center for the Arts, were announced at the opening reception on Saturday, December 9th. They are: Shirley Blackman: mixed-water media; Sharon Forsythe: acrylic/graphite; Bonnie Prouty: acrylic-layered collage; Anne Molkentin: acrylic; and Barry Brown: clay.
The annual “Currents” Exhibition, featuring the work of members of the Rockport Center for the Arts, will be held December 6 – December 29 at the Center, which is located at 902 Navigation Circle. The exhibit will feature an array of media including sculptures, watercolors, oils and photography. Last year, over 100 artists participated in the exhibition.
The Ernest de Soto exhibit and master workshop are being held at Texas A&M University-Kingsville. This is a special project with the Mexic-Arte Museum, Austin, Texas. The exhibit runs from October 10 - November 3/2006 with the Opening Reception on October 10, 6 p.m. The Master Workshop is being offered October 10 & 11/2006 from 9 a.m. - 12 a.m. For more information contact 361.593.2619 or email kfddf00@tamuk.edu. These two events are being sponsored by The Hispanic Heritage Committee. The Co-Sponsors are The Ben BAiley Art GAllery at Texas A&M University-Kingsville, Del Mar College, Victoria Regional Museum, and The Rockport Center for the Arts.
Check out the Corpus Christi Caller Times for articles on AMST's opening. Within the Museum there is a 17 piece exhibit of small works by the South Texas Art League, juried by Bill Otton. This opens October 8th from 1 - 5 pm. The STAL exhibit is at the back of the Chapman Gallery in the new wing. Look for a work in the STAL exhibit by Marthe Minford Meas, one of our artist instructors.
CC Symphony Orchestra has their Season Premiere with Sarah Chang, Violin on Saturday, October 14, 2006 at 8 p.m. This event is being held at the spectacular Performing Arts Center at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi. Call Rockport Center for the Arts at 361 729-5519 for further information. See 'Events' on this website for additional information. The CCSO event is being sponsored by Wells Fargo Bank and Time Warner Cable.
