Studio 1219 is undertaking a monumental task: creating a mural the size of Picasso’s famous Guernica—roughly 11 feet by 25 feet. As Picasso’s mural depicted his reaction to the devastation incurred after the bombing of the village of Guernica during the Spanish Civil War, the Studio’s mural will contain symbols of war and its effects; though it will also depict the hope for peace in the twenty-first century. The mural is part of the Studio’s Picasso Becomes You project and will be unveiled during the performance at the McMorran Place Theater on April 21st. Continue reading »
Studio 1219 will hold auditions for “Picasso Becomes You” at the Studio 7pm to 10pm Tuesday and Thursday, February 7 and 9, and 10am to 1pm Saturday, February 11. Director Lee-Perry Belleau is looking for adults and teens for speaking roles, performance art exhibits, and production crew. “Auditionees will be asked to read short passages from the script for the audition. For the production crew, many talents are required, such as carpenters, painters, sculptors, graphic artists, costumers, live art models and more. So, we’ll have a brief interview for them,” Belleau said.
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Author David Goetze will be at Studio 1219 from 5pm till 7pm this Thursday, January 19, autographing copies of his book, “Letters From the Family Treasure Chest.” The book is available at the Studio for just $15.00—$5.00 of which supports the Studio. Goetze’s charming and engaging book focuses on letters and stories of a half-century of inspirations of family and friends. Continue reading »
There’s still time to Create. Compete. Exhibit. Award. “Inspired Art 2012: Jonah and the Whale” is a unique collaboration between Studio 1219 and Bridges Church in Port Huron, Michigan. First Prize in this juried contest is $3,000, second Prize is $2,000, and third Prize $1,000. The prize money is a two-year lease of the winning artwork. All entrants will have an opportunity to sell their work. Artistic mediums include paintings, drawings, music, videos, sculpture, ceramics, multi-media and more! Professionals and students alike are invited to enter the contest.
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After its annual “shut-down” for maintenance and “re-arting,” Studio 1219 celebrates its reopening this week with “The Best of the Best:” the popular self-juried show featuring members of the Studio’s Artists’ Network. Each artist in the Network is showcasing their one, best-piece along with a complimentary piece under $50. The show includes paintings, sculpture, ceramics and pottery, mixed-media, jewelry and more. “The Best of the Best” show opens 6pm Friday, January 20 with a complimentary wine and cheese reception for the public and the opportunity to meet the artists. The reception runs until 9pm. Continue reading »
