place to hang art

We all have busy lives. Work, family, friends—all  require our attention, time and dedication. We all know that we need to exercise our bodies for a good quality of life,  a knowledge completely known to me  intellectually. I think, though, that we don’t acknowledge, in action, how creative experiences can enhance and expand the enjoyment of our daily life.

My docent touring day is Thursday.  I often show up to the museum to give a tour a bit harried. The needs of a client, my two teenagers, my husband –my life-make me at times question my volunteer commitment. We are all busy. But I get there. I  put my phone away (the crazy life enhancer)  and I seem to take a deep breath. There are many times i can actually say i feel renewed. Ok, not EVERY time but often, if not continuous, renewal is nothing to scoff at.

Experiencing art through conversation can produce amazing insights—no art history, artistic ability required. I don’t have a background in either one. The Columbus Museum of Art’s slogan, mission statement really, is: ART SPEAKS. JOIN THE CONVERSATION.  But, good conversation can only happen if people really LOOK at a piece of art. We tend to react to art first and move on based on sort of a visceral like or dislike reaction.

There is a great adult tour offered currently at the CMA called Drawing in the Galleries. No artistic ability required! Putting pencil to paper, drawing lines, shapes, requires some serious looking. Works that are even familiar take on some new context. It really is an amazing opportunity to “look” and “see” and have some great conversation.

The next two scheduled tours are on Thursday March 18 at 6:30 and Sunday March 21 at 2pm.  Here’s the bit from the CMA website:

Experience CMA in a new way and see art from a different perspective. Join us for Drawing in the Galleries where visitors explore the basic elements of drawing while also developing observational skills and a deeper appreciation for the artistic process. Visitors should be prepared for surprises and should count on learning as much about seeing as about drawing. Program cost is $12 for nonmembers and $4 for members with a running time of ninety minutes. Reservations suggested, please call 614.629.5947.

Looking forward to more conversation.

Great place to become familiar with some local artists working in a variety of mediums. Hours aren’t super convenient—Saturday afternoon seems the most doable. Note Sunday March 7 open house!

below submitted by High Road Gallery

ARTS ALIVE IN TECHNICOLOR is the exciting  title that the Worthington Area Art League has chosen for its SPRING show at High Road Gallery, 12 E. Stafford Ave in Worthington.  Joining the all member exhibit of a variety of media including pastel, oils, drawing, photography and watercolor will be Glass Axis artists with a varied and colorful complement of glass vessels, sculpture and jewelry.  Show chairs are Jeannie Auseon and Ron Porta.

The show dates are March 3 to March 27.   The free artists’ reception is Sunday, March 7th from 2-4 PM and all are invited to meet the artists and enjoy the awards ceremony.
Gallery hours are 12-4 Wednesday through Saturday.   Gallery phone is 614-395-3867.  The website is www.highroadgallery.org

Gallery, 40 South Drexel Avenue, Bexley, OH 43209

Artists’ Reception: February 26 from 5-8 p.m.

  A show with varied styles and mediums. Art Access showcases many talented Ohio artists.

Visit the site at: www.artaccessgallery.com and take a look at artist bios and images of their work!

Great way to get to know some work from local artists, eat, drink cheap date night!

Thursday, February 25th

For the Love of Art Fundraiser

Benefitting UA Arts, a supporter of the City of UA Cultural Arts Division, from 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. at Arlington Cafe, 1975 Henderson Road. $20 ticket includes food buffet, drink specials and entertainment. Tickets may be purchased at Ursus Art Space, 2814 Fishinger Road.