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Fused Glass Trinket Tray Workshop

26 April 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Create a keepsake

Valerie Butcher, Curator of the Corner Gallery in Sterling, Illinois, has over 20 years of experience in creating fused glass. Learn from her as you design your own trinket tray to cherish.

Students will learn the basics of creating their personal masterpieces. Valerie will fire the projects and return them to TNPS on June 28 for student pick-up.

Tuition is $30 for TNPS members and $35 for non-members.

Ages

Participants need to be 10 years old and up. An adult must accompany students under 13.

Class size

The minimum class size is four people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by June 8.

Registration Form

Students need to register by June 8.

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The Next Picture Show

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​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

“Spring Begins” Barn Painting Class

19 April 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Paint a beautiful barn in oils!

Nina Stachewicz is from Freeport and teaches art classes locally.

All supplies are included in this one-day class. Stachewicz provides instruction on oil painting techniques. Students will create an oil painting on an 8″ x 10″ canvas of a spring barn scene.

Ages

Participants need to be 12 years old and up.

Class size

The minimum class size is five people, with a maximum of 15 people.

Refunds

Refunds will only be given if the class size minimum number is not met or the participant cancels by May 9. After May 9, no refund will be given.

Registration Form

Students need to register by May 9.

DOWNLOAD Class Registration form

The Next Picture Show

815-285-49924

View Organizer Website

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

Awards presented for Shades of Gray Exhibition

14 March 2023
Jayne Rose
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Categories: Awards, Blog, News

49 pieces of art entered

THE EXHIBIT RUNS FEBRUARY 24-MARCH 25, 2023
On Friday, Mar. 3, Amy Sikyta, TNPS executive director, presented the awards for this year’s Shades of Gray art exhibition during the artists’ reception. Jeff Paul Thompson, a professional sculptor, served as the guest judge for this exhibition.

The show is sponsored by Hicks Insurance Agency of Dixon, IL.

Shades of Gray award recipients

Best in Show | “Until the Music Stops” and “Mortal Dance” by Jon Wildman | (the body of work was given this award.

Best of Show by Jon Wildman

First Place | “The Lonely One” by Bob Logsdon

1st place by Bob Logsdon

Second Place | “Woven Triangle” by Lisa Gardner-Kinsella

2nd place by Lisa Gardner-Kinsella

Third Place | “When the Time Came” by Letha Catalina

3rd place by Letha Catalina

Honorable Mention| “Herb” by Matt Jagitsch

Honorable Mention by Matt Jagitsch

Honorable Mention| “Draped Figure” by Ryan Jandrey

Honorable Mention by Ryan Jandrey

Student art celebrated on 2023 Dixon Downtown Banners

14 March 2023
Jayne Rose
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Categories: Blog, News, Uncategorized

It’s a collaboration.

Discover Dixon, in collaboration with The Next Picture Show (TNPS), is excited to announce a unique opportunity for young artists in the community. This program is a fundraising event that will help beautify the downtown district while providing exposure to local businesses, families, and organizations.

Drop into TNPS with the kids either March 18 or 25.

TNPS is hosting two sessions for students from K through 12th grade to come and design their masterpieces–March 18 OR March 25. Feel free to drop-in either day between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. We close up at 4 p.m., so drop in at least an hour before then. TNPS supplies all art materials. Students may submit more than one entry.

THEME | “Draw what Dixon means to you”

Discover Dixon and TNPS are encouraging all students interested in participating to submit their artwork by April 5. The artwork needs to reflect any aspect of Dixon that the student enjoys. All submissions must be turned in to TNPS at 113 W. 1st Street.

“We are thrilled to be able to offer this opportunity to young artists in our community,” said Matthew Lenox, Marketing Director for Discover Dixon. “It’s a chance for them to showcase their talents while supporting a great cause.”

Kids’ art on the streets of Dixon

The banners will be hung throughout the downtown area, showcasing the artwork of the young artists in our community.

For more information about Dixon’s Downtown Banner Program or to learn more about the upcoming event, please get in touch with Discover Dixon at 815-284-3361.

Opening reception | The Human Form

22 February 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

Runs 6-8 p.m. | Awards announced around 7 p.m.
Enjoy a night in downtown Dixon. This evening provides a chance to mingle with the artists, view all the original art, listen to live music and have a beverage or two.

LEARN MORE about this exhibition.

This show’s judge

Debra Cleary is an artist and art educator. She has exhibited her artwork at local galleries and has been a participating artist at fundraisers. She creates abstract paintings that are multilayered, inspired by nature, and incorporate movement, textures, and colors. Debra received her Bachelor of Science in Art Education from Northern Illinois University and her Master of Art in Art Education from Eastern Illinois University. She has been an art educator in the Amboy, Illinois, school district for the past 26 years, has taught artists ages five to adult, and has been selected to present workshops for fellow art educators at the state and national levels.

Tonight’s entertainment

Mary Woolf Pearson performs this evening’s live music. She began her love of piano before she could barely reach the keys. Taught by her creative mother from age two, Mary was classically trained and finessed her unique interpretive style from there. Mary upholds her own private instruction studio in Byron, IL, and continues as a church music director, both of which she has done for 20+ years. She earned a BA in Psychology with a concentration in Music, and several complimentary music courses in her repertoire.

Sponsored by…

Axiom Wealth Management of Dixon, IL, sponsors the Human Form Art Exhibition. We are grateful for this sponsorship.

The Next Picture Show

815-285-49924

View Organizer Website

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

For the Love of Animals | [email protected] exhibition

21 February 2023
Jayne Rose
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Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

April 1-June 30, 2023

It is not new that artists have been inspired by their love for and beauty of animals. Animals drawn on cave walls were among the earliest forms of art. TNPS invites you to express your love of and interpretation of animal-represented art.

This show is open to artists 18 years and older and will feature 2-D art ONLY. Work should be for audiences of al ages.

People’s Choice

Visitors get to vote for the PEOPLES’ CHOICE award at this show. Be sure to cast your vote!

KSB Hospital | Commerce Towers

The art will be displayed on the first floor of KSB Commerce Towers, 215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL 61021.

Artist Deadlines and Application

Entry deadline | Mar. 21, 2023
Deliver artwork to TNPS | by Mar. 28, 2023
Opens to the public | April 1, 2023
Artwork pickup at TNPS | After July 5, 2023

KSB’s For the Love of Animals | DOWNLOAD

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

For the Love of Animals | [email protected] exhibition

21 February 2023
Jayne Rose
No comments

Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

April 1-June 30, 2023

It is not new that artists have been inspired by their love for and beauty of animals. Animals drawn on cave walls were among the earliest forms of art. TNPS invites you to express your love of and interpretation of animal-represented art.

This show is open to artists 18 years and older and will feature 2-D art ONLY. Work should be for audiences of al ages.

People’s Choice

Visitors get to vote for the PEOPLES’ CHOICE award at this show. Be sure to cast your vote!

KSB Hospital | Commerce Towers

The art will be displayed on the first floor of KSB Commerce Towers, 215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL 61021.

Artist Deadlines and Application

Entry deadline | Mar. 21, 2023
Deliver artwork to TNPS | by Mar. 28, 2023
Opens to the public | April 1, 2023
Artwork pickup at TNPS | After July 5, 2023

KSB’s For the Love of Animals | DOWNLOAD

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

For the Love of Animals | [email protected] exhibition

21 February 2023
Jayne Rose
No comments

Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

April 1-June 30, 2023

It is not new that artists have been inspired by their love for and beauty of animals. Animals drawn on cave walls were among the earliest forms of art. TNPS invites you to express your love of and interpretation of animal-represented art.

This show is open to artists 18 years and older and will feature 2-D art ONLY. Work should be for audiences of al ages.

People’s Choice

Visitors get to vote for the PEOPLES’ CHOICE award at this show. Be sure to cast your vote!

KSB Hospital | Commerce Towers

The art will be displayed on the first floor of KSB Commerce Towers, 215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL 61021.

Artist Deadlines and Application

Entry deadline | Mar. 21, 2023
Deliver artwork to TNPS | by Mar. 28, 2023
Opens to the public | April 1, 2023
Artwork pickup at TNPS | After July 5, 2023

KSB’s For the Love of Animals | DOWNLOAD

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

For the Love of Animals | [email protected] exhibition

21 February 2023
Jayne Rose
No comments

Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

April 1-June 30, 2023

It is not new that artists have been inspired by their love for and beauty of animals. Animals drawn on cave walls were among the earliest forms of art. TNPS invites you to express your love of and interpretation of animal-represented art.

This show is open to artists 18 years and older and will feature 2-D art ONLY. Work should be for audiences of al ages.

People’s Choice

Visitors get to vote for the PEOPLES’ CHOICE award at this show. Be sure to cast your vote!

KSB Hospital | Commerce Towers

The art will be displayed on the first floor of KSB Commerce Towers, 215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL 61021.

Artist Deadlines and Application

Entry deadline | Mar. 21, 2023
Deliver artwork to TNPS | by Mar. 28, 2023
Opens to the public | April 1, 2023
Artwork pickup at TNPS | After July 5, 2023

KSB’s For the Love of Animals | DOWNLOAD

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

For the Love of Animals | [email protected] exhibition

21 February 2023
Jayne Rose
No comments

Saturday, June 17 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Fused Glass class at TNPS

April 1-June 30, 2023

It is not new that artists have been inspired by their love for and beauty of animals. Animals drawn on cave walls were among the earliest forms of art. TNPS invites you to express your love of and interpretation of animal-represented art.

This show is open to artists 18 years and older and will feature 2-D art ONLY. Work should be for audiences of al ages.

People’s Choice

Visitors get to vote for the PEOPLES’ CHOICE award at this show. Be sure to cast your vote!

KSB Hospital | Commerce Towers

The art will be displayed on the first floor of KSB Commerce Towers, 215 E 1st St, Dixon, IL 61021.

Artist Deadlines and Application

Entry deadline | Mar. 21, 2023
Deliver artwork to TNPS | by Mar. 28, 2023
Opens to the public | April 1, 2023
Artwork pickup at TNPS | After July 5, 2023

KSB’s For the Love of Animals | DOWNLOAD

​​The Next Picture Show Gallery

113 W. First St
Dixon, IL 61021 United States + Google Map
815-285-4924

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