ArtSpot

Kitty Kolden at FMDH

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Wolf Point resident, Kitty Kolden, is currently exhibiting her photographs on the clinic gallery wall at FMDH. Her work encompasses wild life and landscapes. See her work through the end of December.

At left "Swishing Flies" by Kitty Kolden.

NOW at FMDH

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Judy Michaels & Denae Kauffman are currently exhibiting their works at the FMDH galleries.

Judy specializes in art of the old west. Her work will be on display through the end of October. Denae is a talented photographer, whose photos will be up through the end of November.

See Judy's online gallery at: http://judymichael.net/

For more information check out Denae's website at: http://www.solideogloriaphotography.com/

Fort Peck Arts in the Park - SATURDAY

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It is time!! Saturday, July 23rd from 11am - 6pm is Fort Peck Arts in the Park. Join in the family fun with a day of arts and crafts, a car show from the Flatland Cruisers, musical performance by the Fort Peck Summer Theatre (at 11:15 a.m.), BBQ, and cold beer from the Missouri River Grill, and a kid's corner with painting projects, games, cotton candy and a giant bouncy castle. And after the fun at Arts in the Park, stay for dinner at the Grill and take in the performance of "Chicago" at the Fort Peck Summer Theatre!

Artists/Vendors Artwork & Items

The Apple Trolley	Candied Apples and other delights
ArtSpot	Raffle Sean R. Heavey Print, Strawberry Lemonade/ & Kids painting
Sue Barsness	Representing The Quilt Guild
Natalie Brown	Hand Made Jewelry
Joan Burris	Tupperware
Tacee DeSaye	Purses made from old cowboy boots
Leith Howard DeWeese	Paintings
Loretta Doke
Joan & Paul Eldridge	Iron & metal silouhettes
Mary Geiger	Altered old windows & home decor
Jamie Hanson	Paintings
Sean Heavey	Photographs
Fort Peck Interpretive Center	Kid’s Stuff
Denae Kauffman	Framable Photography
Gloria Klind	Pottery
Sharon LaBonty	Yarn Works
Rebecca Marquardt	Garden Sculpture
Netty McIntyre	Handmade Jewelry
Juanita Morehouse	Hand made items, candles
Mary Lou O’Dea	Artwork, moccasins
Whitney Paju	Equine artwork
Dave Roos	Metal Work
Afton-Ray Rossol	Face painting, glassware
Midge and Sandy Seyfert	Magnetic Jewelry
Joanna Shelton	Functional Pottery
Dave Stewart	Metal art from Using reclaimed steel from farm implements
Cathryn Sugg	Artwork; representing the Glasgow Goodkinid Gallery
Walt Thorn	Paintings

Wings Across the Big Sky Art Exhibit in Glasgow

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In conjunction with the Northeast Montana Feather Fest, ArtSpot, Northeast Montana's nonprofit arts organization, is sponsoring a bird themed exhibition. Artwork will be on display at the ArtSpot Gallery, located inside Flicks, in downtown Glasgow from May 29th through June 26th. Two dimensional original artwork in all media with a bird theme will be on display. Artists who will be participating in the exhibit are Jonnie Buerman, Chuck Carlson, John Carlson, Leith DeWeese, Andrew Guttenberg, Barb Hansen, Sean R. Heavey, Doris LaGree, Carmen Luna, Judy Micheals, Carrie Nicol, Carol Robbins, and Rebecca Smith.

The opening night reception will take place on Friday, June 3^rd from 4-7pm. The event is free and refreshments will be provided. There will be a $100 people's choice prize awarded to the piece of 2- D work with the most votes. Come celebrate our birds, art and northeastern Montana. To learn more about this exhibition please contact ArtSpot atartspotgallery@gmail.com. Photo above: "African Pygmy Goose" by Andrew Guttenberg

ArtSpot Open House and Farewell Celebration

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This Friday, May 6th from 4-7 is ArtSpot's exhibition open house featuring the artwork of co-directors Laura Gittings-Carlson and Toni Marie LaGree. It is also a farewell party for both Laura and the gallery itself. Laura, who will be greatly missed, is leaving the organization in June to move to Billings. And after four years as a volunteer labor of love, the gallery at Flicks will be closing, with its final show in June.

ArtSpot is under going many changes. ArtSpot the non-profit organization is not closing, and in fact is funded for a second year of teaching its "Art at Irle School" program. "Both Laura and I feel that the organization's mission and focus has changed. We both have loved the gallery, and have constantly been thrilled with all the local artists that we have exhibited. It is amazing that here in Valley County alone we have so many talented artists. Many of our neighbors and friends have been painting secretly for ten or twenty years. What a joy it has been to give them a place to showcase what they love to do. That was what ArtSpot gallery was about, being here for the local artists, giving them a public place for their voice, their art. We loved all four years, and it is a bittersweet ending for the gallery," said LaGree.

ArtSpot would like to give a huge thank you to all the artists that have shown at the gallery over the past four years, and to the community for coming out for every open house to support what is home grown. Be sure to stop by this Friday, May 6th and celebrate four years of a successful local gallery and share in a toast to Laura.

ArtSpot will be hosting Fort Peck Arts in the Park, July 23 from 11am to 6pm, and artists don't forget to participate in the final show in June, the theme is birds, in conjunction with "Wings Across the Big Sky". For more information or questions email artspotgallery@gmail.com or contact Toni at 228-9072.

Images Above: "Renewal" by TM LaGree and "CheckMate" by Laura Gittings-Carlson

Wings Across the Big Sky Exhibition

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In conjunction with the Northeast Montana Feather Fest, ArtSpot, Northeast Montana's nonprofit arts organization, is sponsoring a bird themed exhibition. Artwork will be on display at the ArtSpot Gallery in downtown Glasgow from May 29th through June 26th. Artwork must arrive in Glasgow no later than May 13, 2011. Submission fee is $10 for up to two works of art per artist. There will be a $100 people's choice prize awarded at the end of the exhibition. Two dimensional original artwork in all media with a bird theme will be accepted, so don't hesitate and sign up now! For submission details and to learn more about this exhibition please contact ArtSpot at artspotgallery@gmail.com.

Ellen Lloyd at FMDH

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Join us on Tuesday, March 15th from 4-7 pm at FMDH for a reception for Ellen Lloyd. The reception will be held in the dining room. Ellen is an extremely talented photographer who specializes in fun and unique family and senior photos. Check out her photos at FMDH tomorrow evening during the reception or anytime Monday through Friday from 8 am until 5 pm. Ellen's photos are located just down from the Nurse's Station. Call 526-7262 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com with any questions. See you there!

Annual Valley County High School Exhibit

2011-03-02T09:12:00.000-08:00

High School Exhibit Fully Loaded
It is time once again for ArtSpot's Valley County High School exhibition. This year the exhibit is truly "Fully Loaded", for the first time there is artwork representing each one of the county's high schools: Hinsdale, Fraser, Nashua, Opheim, and Glasgow. For this year's showing students created works from wire and paper sculptures to mosaics, acrylic painting, charcoal, ceramics and more. This is a tremendous display of local home grown artistry. All of the time and dedication it took each student to create their work over the past year is deserving of our support. The fine arts, especially at the high school level, is a cause worth championing, specifically in our rural area where for many students art becomes and outlet and voice of personal expression unparalleled by other school activities. Having a place for our youth to present their art is both exciting and necessary. It allows the creator to complete the cycle of creation; from the nothingness of blank page to public exhibition. And for many the step of public exhibition can be daunting. Please help us do what we can to support area youth art.

Don't miss this once a year opportunity to support our creative and artistically talented students. Join ArtSpot co-directors and participating student representatives in celebrating the 2011 exhibition at the open house and First Friday Artwalk, on Friday, March 4th from 4-7pm. Refreshments are provided. Enjoy downtown Glasgow with the Artwalk and other participating galleries, including the Glasgow Goodkind Gallery, 5-7:30pm exhibiting work from the 1st Annual Juried University of Montana students show, and Creative Elements, 4-5:30pm showing work by Donna Dascher.

ArtSpot is a non-profit 501(c)3 arts organization, whose mission is to inspire and promote creativity. We are always looking for volunteers and donations, and all donations are always 100% tax deductible. For more information about how you can be of service contact artspotgallery@gmail.com or call 228-9072. For more information about ArtSpot events log on to http://artspotgallery.blogspot.com .

Walt Thorn February's Artist

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Local artist, Walt Thorn, is exhibiting his collection of water color paintings at ArtSpot during the month of February. Walt didn't pick up the brush and palette, until he put down punching a time clock. It wasn't until Walt retired twelve years ago that painting took over as a daily passion in his life. In this first time solo show at ArtSpot, Walt's work encompasses landscapes from Montana as well as the southwest.

Join Walt for his opening reception at Flicks this Friday, February 4th from 4-7pm. Refreshments and heated indoor seating provided.

Irle School Students Artwork on Display

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Take a break from the cold and warm your heart by visiting ArtSpot's January artists, the students of Irle Elementary School. During the whole month of January all the students from Irle, grades K-3 have art hanging on the walls inside Flicks, and that is a lot of gorgeous art. ArtSpot co-directors and volunteers have been working in the classrooms with the students since last August. The students have been learning the seven basic concepts of art and design. In this show each student was asked to select their favorite piece of art that they created. Stop by Flicks with your family and friends and support all of our young artists, and marvel at the range of self expression that art and creativity can produce.

For more information about how you can donate time, goods and more to Artspots community and educational programs visit the ArtSpot blog at http://artspotgallery.blogspot.com or email us at artspotgallery@gmail.com. Artspot's February art will be a first time solo show by watercolor artist Walter Thorn of Glasgow. Currently showing at the FMDH gallery is the photography of Ellen Lloyd.

December's Exhibition: Community Show

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Join all your friends and neighbors on Friday, December 3rd for the Downtown Glasgow Art Walk and opening reception at Flicks for ArtSpot's Community Show Artists. The reception at ArtSpot in Flicks goes from 4-7pm and features local artwork by Pat Fauth, Suzzii Brenna, Barbara Hansen, Jason Schakosky and Walt Thorn. The artwork encompasses themes from nature, still life, abstract and decorative art. Show your support for these talented local artists by stopping into to see their work and speak with the artist in person. Treats and beverages are provided and everyone is welcome.

This is the second month of the Downtown Glasgow Art Walk, which includes both ArtSpot at Flicks and the Glasgow Goodkind Gallery, owned and operated by professional local artist Cathryn Sugg. During the month of December Cathryn will be featuring many of her own works. The Glasgow Goodkind Gallery will be open for the art walk beginning at 5pm.

Want to become more involved in local visual arts? ArtSpot is currently looking for additional board members and active volunteers, if you are interested or want to find out more about ArtSpot see our blog at http://artspotgallery.blogspot.com or email us at artspotgallery@gmail.com For more information about showing your work at ArtSpot galleries, including Flicks and FMDH, contact us at artspotgallery@gmail.com.

(painting by Suzzii Brenna)

November Exhibition: Lindsay Godfrey

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Birch Grove in Winter by Lindsay Godfrey

ArtSpot Presents: Lindsay Godfrey
Artist Reception on Friday, November 5th from 4-7 pm
ArtSpot Gallery inside Flicks

ArtSpot inside Flicks presents November’s artist Lindsay Godfrey. This exhibit will be showing through the month, from November 1st through November 29th. The opening reception will take place on Friday, November 5th from 4-7 pm; refreshments are provided.

This is Lindsay’s first solo exhibit with ArtSpot. Working with large as life canvas sizes, Lindsay’s use of vibrant color grabs the viewer’s attention, drawing them into the landscapes as if transported directly into the painting. Lindsay, a native of Montana, has been drawing and painting since she could first put a pencil in her hand, using them to broaden her perception of the world. Lindsay states, “I paint for personal expression and simply because it makes me happy. I want the joy that my artwork provides for myself to be realized by the viewer.” With nature as Lindsay’s inspiration she shares the following, “I love to manipulate the paint to imitate textures produced in nature and I am exploring the depiction of light. Natural luminosity fascinates me and in these pieces I have only begun to explore the perception of light on a flat surface.”

Support your local artists and art community by meeting with Lindsay Godfrey on Friday, November 5 from 4-7pm at Flicks and then taking part in the First Friday Art Walk, which includes an opening reception at Glasgow Goodkind Gallery from 5-9pm.

ArtSpot’s December show is a community show. This exhibit is open to all residents of Valley County. To participate in the December Community Show please email artspotgallery@gmail.com or call 526-7262 and have your pieces wall ready, wire hangers only. For more information about, or how to show your artwork at ArtSpot email artspotgallery@gmail.com or log on to http://artspotgallery.blogspot.com.

September 15th Open House at FMDH

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Stop by the ArtSpot Gallery at FMDH on Wednesday, September 15th from 4-6 pm to see beautiful photographs of African wildlife by Nick Dirkes. Nick's exhibition will be on display through November. The Gallery is located right down from the nurses station. Festive food will be served in the Conference Room. Signage will be available to point you in the right direction! Hope to see you Wednesday! For more information call (406) 526-7252 or email artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

Photo caption: Elephant Profile, Tarangire National Park, Tanzania

Friday, September 10th Birthday Party

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Friday, September 10th

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ArtSpot Presents:

Artists Reception for Jason Schakosky & Todd Mandeville

ArtSpot at Flicks

Friday, September 10, 2010

An Artist Reception at ArtSpot inside Flicks will be held on the second Friday of the month, September 10th from 4-7 pm for artists Jason Schakosky and Todd Mandeville. The reception is free, open to the public, and light snacks will be served.

Jason was raised in Glasgow and has been creating art since grade school. He says “I feel as though I am an acquired taste. I operate in that gray area where people tend to tread lightly, or avoid altogether. Where there is question or concern about things in my life, I welcome it with open arms. I am not a book to be judged but feel free to read me if you get a chance”.

Jason will be at the reception on Friday. Unfortunately, Todd will not be able to attend the opening on the 10th due to a scheduling conflict. However, we invite you to come down and see his artwork along with Jason’s.

Todd has lived in the Saco area his entire life and has only been painting for about five years. His paintings are extremely realistic and detail oriented. Those on display at ArtSpot are giclee prints. Todd has won several awards with his artwork from shows and exhibitions in Montana and Wyoming. Todd says “I continue to grow and learn from each and every painting that I do”.

Mountain Escape by Jason Schakosky
Swede's Old Truck by Todd Mandeville

Thai Night Fundraiser

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Join us for our Guest Chef Night at the Fort Peck Hotel. If you would like specific information regarding the menu or how you can volunteer that evening please email us or call at 526=7262.

Lacey Lee - August Artist at Flicks

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Friday, August 6th from 4-7 pm
ArtSpot Gallery at Flicks
Artist Reception for Lacey (Winderl) Lee

Join us this Friday, August 6th from 4-7 pm for an artist reception for Lacey (Winderl) Lee. ArtSpot is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Light refreshments will be provided.

Lacey is from Glendive and tells ArtSpot that ”my interests in art are almost endless. I am still exploring to see what I do and don’t like and what I can and can’t do. In my art, I would like the viewer to experience the picture itself. For instance, many of my photography photos are close ups. When looking at one of them, I want the viewer to feel like they are in the picture, being that close, and enjoying the beauty of it”.

The art represented in this exhibition have a railroad theme and the work includes photographs and paintings in both acrylics and watercolors.

Upcoming shows at the ArtSpot Gallery inside Flicks include Jason Schakosky and Todd Mandeville (September), Loretta Doke and Mary Lou O’Dea (October), Lindsay Godfrey (November), and the Community Show in December.

Upcoming events include the Thai Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, August 19th at the Fort Peck Hotel. Call the Hotel for your reservation at 526-3266.

To learn more about Lacey’s work, to show your own work at the ArtSpot Gallery inside Flicks or FMDH, or to learn more about the Thai Night please contact Laura at 526-7262 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. You can also visit our blog at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/.

ArtSpot at Flicks: July Exhibition

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July's Exhibition & Artist Reception
Exhibition: June 27 - July 25
Friday, July 9th from 4-7 pm
ArtSpot Artist Reception for The North Bunch of Opheim

Join us next Friday, July 9th from 4-7 pm for an artists reception for The North Bunch of Opheim; Pat Fauth, Glenice Honrud, Kay Haroldson, and Susan Stahl. This exhibition will be up through July 25th. The work can be seen at ArtSpot inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow.

Pat, Glenice, Kay, and Susan have been painting with oils together for quite some time. Their collective work shows each artists’ interests (such as the South West, birds, and the natural world).

Upcoming ArtSpot events include the 3rd Annual Fort Peck Arts in the Park located on the lawn of the historic Fort Peck Hotel on Saturday, July 24th. Contact ArtSpot for booth information or to participate in the battle of the bands during the day. Enjoy a 20 minute performance by the Fort Peck Summer Theatre of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at 11:30 am and listen to live music (country, 50s & 60s rock and roll and folk sprinkled with golden oldies) performed by Prairie Gold from 2:30 to 5:30 pm.

To show your work at ArtSpot inside Flicks or FMDH or to learn more about the Fort Peck Arts in the Park please contact artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

Park Bench by Kaye Haroldson

NE Montana Film Festival

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4-21: ArtSpot Photo Club

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Wednesday, April 21st from 6:30 – 7:30 pm

ArtSpot Photo Club

The ArtSpot Photo Club will be meeting on Wednesday, April 21st from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at ArtSpot, which is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Bring photos to share and the desire to learn, discuss, and have fun with other photographers in an informal setting. Please call Toni at 228-9072 or Laura at 526-7262 with any questions.

Jerry Jacobson Exhibition & Artist Reception

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Artist Reception for Jerry Jacobson
Friday, April 2 from 4-7 pm
Exhibition Dates: March 29th – April 24th

Jerry Jacobson is a fourth-generation Valley County resident who has some of his photographs on exhibition through April 25th at ArtSpot. An artist reception for him will take place on Friday, April 2nd from 4-7 pm. The reception is free, open to the public, and light refreshments will be provided. ArtSpot is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow.

Jerry graduated from Glasgow High School, enlisted in the U.S. Navy for a four-year term, taught high school science for several years, and then worked as a criminal investigator with the federal government. Along the way a keen eye and love of photography developed as well as an interest in local history, which are evident in some of the photographs on display entitled “Lonesome Prairie”. These beautiful photos are of abandoned but not forgotten Valley County structures from times gone by. Come down and see if you can identify where Jerry took some of his “Lonesome Prairie” as well as additional photographs currently on display.

To show your work at ArtSpot or to learn more about any of Jerry’s photos please email artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

Photo caption: Lonesome Prairie Albert Craig Ranch by Jerry Jacobson

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Be amused, be amazed, be in awe with ArtSpot’s March exhibition of artwork from high school students throughout Valley County. From Opheim, Hindsdale, and Frazer to Nashua and back to Glasgow, students’ art reminds us of the endless possibilities of art through the youthful eye. Colorful paintings, drawings, and scratchboard, hand thrown pottery, and paper hats are just a few of the works that are on display.

The Youth Show is a fabulous opportunity for students interested in art to participate in a public gallery show and for the community to see what talented young artists are in Valley County.

The Artists’ Reception for the Student Show will be on the second Friday of the month, March 12th from 4-7 pm. The Reception is free, open to the public, and snacks will be served.

Please join in celebrating the students and their work at this time or stop by to see the show anytime from March 1-28, Monday thru Friday from 6 am to 8 pm or Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm.

African Breeze by Glasgow High School student Kaitlin Hagfeldt

NE Montana Film Fest: March 6th

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ArtSpot Presents: First Annual Northeast Montana Film & Video Festival

Date:

Saturday, March 6th

When:

10:30 am (featured films, NO discussion, NO short films)

2:30 pm (featured films, discussion w/featured films creators, short films, awards)

Where:

Evangelical Church, Glasgow

Cost:

$5 adults/$2.50 seniors and students/$10 family

Featured Films:

Butte, America, Pamela Roberts, 67 minutes

High Plains Winter, Cindy Stillwell, 10 minutes

Trailer:

Mother of Normandy, The Story of Madame Simone Renaud (trailer), Doug Stebleton, 6 minutes

Short Films:
Hi Lonesome (2 minutes) and See You Then (2 minutes), Audrey Hall

Trax (1 minute), Toni Marie LaGree

Dolan’s Doodles (3:30 minutes), Shawn Newton

Please call Toni (228-9072) or Laura (526-7262) with any questions.

Special thanks to the Theo & Alyce Beck Foundation and Cottonwood Inn in Glasgow and F11 in Bozeman. Thank you!

Pamela Roberts, Butte America (67 minutes)

Narrated by 2009 Golden Globe winner Gabriel Byrne, Butte, America recounts the sometimes glorious, often sorrowful, but always fascinating story of the most lucrative hard rock mining town in United States history, "the Richest Hill on Earth," "the town that plumbed and electrified America," the Pittsburgh of the West. In Butte, the Industrial Revolution collided with the romance of the frontier, corporate capitalism battled organized labor, and human appetite laid waste to land and water, yielding vast fortunes for a few and a tragic environmental legacy for the people left behind. Those people are the heart of the film--miners, their families, the working class neighborhoods they created amidst danger and hardship. In a copper crucible, they forged a community whose toughness and solidarity speak to what's missing in America today. Butte, America combines historic fact and first-person narrative to bring to life the highly compelling but largely untold story of this legendary city.

As more countries pursue an urban-industrial lifestyle, at great social and environmental cost, the story of Butte becomes a story for the world.

Major funding for Butte, America provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities: Great ideas brought to life € Independent Television & Video Service € M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust € Environmental Protection Agency, Butte € Montana Cultural Trust € The People of Butte.

Over the past 24 years Roberts has produced and directed award-winning documentary films and videos for public television and national and international theatrical and video distribution. These include Backbone of the World: the Blackfeet, broadcast nationally on public television and WorldLINK TV; Ishi, the Last Yahi, a one-hour documentary nominated for an Emmy Award by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences, and broadcast nationally on American Experience; and Contrary Warriors: A Story of the Crow Tribe, nationally broadcast on A&E and PBS and winner of the John Grierson Award for Best Film for First Time Director.

Cindy Stillwell, High Plains Winter (10 minutes)

HIGH PLAINS WINTER, 2006, is a short experimental documentary film that looks at the winter season in relation to human experience. Particular to the open high plains of Montana, and other areas of the American West, is a landscape that in its sheer scope can shrink anything of human scale. When winter settles on this landscape the subtle colors and sounds that come to life in the growing season revert to an even simpler palette, often a near monotone: white hills and blue sky. The wind blows. HIGH PLAINS WINTER is an attempt to understand what becomes of the human spirit in such a landscape and season. Through color and black and white super 8 and 16mm images of snowscapes traversed by large-scale powerlines, small strings of feeding cattle, and the occasional grain bin dotting the whiteness, humans find a way to leave traces in what very often seems an environment hostile to their existence. As people gather to watch and participate in the winter sport Ski-Joring, this act becomes another way of coping with or even celebrating, the long winter season.

HIGH PLAINS WINTER, a ten minute short film by Cindy Stillwell, will be a part of the Sundance Film Festival 2006. From there the film will screen at the International Film Festival of Rotterdam. The short is the third film in Stillwell’s “Western Trilogy.”

Cindy Stillwell received her Master of Fine Arts degree from New York University’s film program and since then has worked as a filmmaker, cinematographer, editor, DVD designer/author and professor. She is currently teaching at Montana State University in Bozeman, MT, as an associate professor in the Department of Media and Theatre Arts. She works with undergraduate and graduate students, teaching film production.

NE Montana Film & Video Festival

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2 Award Winning Filmmakers, Pam Roberts and Cindy Stillwell, Come to NE Montana.

See Emmy award winning filmmaker Pam Roberts’ latest film “Butte, America”, at the NE Montana Film & Video Festival in Glasgow on Saturday, March 6th. Pam will show and discuss her latest project along with Cindy Stillwell and her experimental documentary short “ High Plains Winter”. Both filmmakers have shown at Sundance as well as other national and international film festivals. Doug Stebleton will show the trailer for his soon to be released documentary "Mother of Normandy", and the 4 minute and under films entries will be shown. Doors open at 2:30pm at the Evangelical Church. Tickets are $5 for adults, for students and seniors it is $2.50 and a family pass is $10. The NE Montana Film Festival is presented by ArtSpot with support from the Theo and Alyce Beck Foundation, The Cottonwood Inn Suites, Glasgow and F•11 Photographic in Bozeman. For more information call 526-7262 or 228-9072.

ArtSpot's Northeast Montana Film & Video Festival

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DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: February 26, 2010.
ArtSpot seeks original films for its first annual film and video festival that will be held March 6th in Glasgow, Montana. Four-minute films are being accepted in two categories of youth (18 and under) and adult. Film format can be DVD, Quick Time, MPEG, video, etc.

There is no theme, all genres are welcome, must consist of PG family content, and will be screened prior to the event. There is a $10 submission fee and films must be received by February 26, 2010, sent to Artspot, P.O. Box 217, Fort Peck, MT 59223. Send a SASE if you would like your film returned to you after the event. For more information please call Laura at (406) 526-7262 or Toni at (406) 228-9072 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com for a prospectus. Prizes for first place in both youth and adult categories will be awarded.

Two professional filmmakers will show and discuss their films and the film making process during the festival - Pam Roberts with "Butte, America" and Cindy Stillwell with "High Plains Winter".

DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: February 26, 2010.

Wednesday, Jan 20th ArtSpot Photo Club

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Wednesday, January 20th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm
ArtSpot Photo Club

The ArtSpot Photo Club will have its first meeting on Wednesday, January 20th from 6:30 – 7:30 pm at ArtSpot, which is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Bring photos to share and the desire to learn, discuss, and have fun with other photographers in an informal setting. Please call Toni at 228-9072 or Laura at 526-7262 with any questions.

January Artist Reception for Ellen Lloyd

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Join us this Friday, January 8th from 4-7 pm for an artist reception for photographer Ellen Lloyd. ArtSpot is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Light refreshments will be provided.

Ellen received her first camera for a graduation present, but remembers always taking pictures with her mom’s camera when she was young. “I would take tons of pictures at family events and rarely forgot to bring the camera to other events. Along with taking pictures, I loved looking at old photos and hearing the stories that came along with them”. Now Ellen has her own photography business taking portraits, some of which can be seen at ArtSpot.

Upcoming shows at ArtSpot include the work of Leith DeWeese (February), the Valley County Youth Show (March), Jerry Jacobson (April), and Yancy Stewart (May).

To show your work at ArtSpot or for any questions please contact Laura at 526-7262 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. You can also visit our blog at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/.

Photo caption: Ava’s Eyes by Ellen Lloyd

ArtSpot Gallery in 2010

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Be watching for upcoming programs and classes in the visual arts at ArtSpot and plan to join us on Friday, January 8th for the Artist Reception for Ellen Lloyd whose artwork will be on display January 3-30.

ArtSpot is a non-collecting contemporary arts organization with a two-fold purpose: to provide a venue for local and regional artists of northeastern Montana to connect with the public and as a home for the community's children, youth, adults, and seniors to create and learn about art through various public programs.

Community Show November 29th - January 3rd

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ArtSpot Artist Reception
Friday, December 4th from 4-7 pm
Join us this Friday as we celebrate the artwork of 8 local artists during the December 2009 Community Show at ArtSpot! Artists include John Carlson, Loretta Doke, Jamie Hanson, Jerry L. Jacobson, Toni Marie LaGree, M.L. O’Dea, Whitney Paju, and Cat Sugg. Much of the work is for sale if you are looking for a gift for someone special.

Most of the artists will be on hand during the Artist Reception this Friday, which is free and open to the public. Holiday cookies will be served. The Community Show will be on display through January 3, 2010.

ArtSpot is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow and is open Monday-Friday from 6am-8pm and Saturday 11am-8pm.

For questions concerning ArtSpot please contact Laura at artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

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Friday, November 6th from 4-7 pm
ArtSpot Artist Reception for Toni Marie LaGree and Laura Gittings-Carlson

Join us this Friday, November 6th from 4-7 pm for an artist reception for Toni Marie LaGree and Laura Gittings-Carlson at ArtSpot. Toni and Laura, co-founders of ArtSpot welcome everyone to this free event that is open to the public. Plus treats will be served!

“When I initially thought about the process of creating and then showing my own artwork, I was terrified,” said Gittings-Carlson. “I consider myself an arts advocate and not an artist. But the resulting work was a surprise to me and I can see a progression from the first pieces to the last, which is exciting and helps illustrate one of the fundamental ideas behind ArtSpot – that everyone can create art”.

“As a partner in ArtSpot, it is an honor to create and show my work. I grew up drawing, often having teachers reprimand me for my penmanship after seeing my artistic abilities. The love of creating through visual medium has never left me,” said LaGree. “Sharing my artwork will hopefully bring joy and inspiration to others. And I want to point out that the artist in us is never done, because the ability and level you have today will be different in six months, in six years and onward.”

Works in a wide array of media and styles will be on display from November 1st through the 29th at ArtSpot, which is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow.

To show your work at ArtSpot, help volunteer, or to purchase any of Toni or Laura’s artwork please contact either Toni at 228-9072 or Laura at 526-7262 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com with any questions. You can also visit our blog at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/.

Photo caption: The Floral Hat, mixed media on raw canvas by Toni Marie LaGree.

October Classes

2009-10-06T12:03:00.000-07:00

FIELD PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS

With Sean R. Heavey
Saturday, October 17th from 8 am - noon
Cost: $50/student
Location: Flicks

In this outdoor half day field class, Sean will work one on one with each student to show them how to make the most of using their camera. This class is open to all levels from beginners on. All you need is some type of digital camera, lots of questions, and the love of photography.

PHOTOSHOP WEEKEND INTENSIVE

With Sean R. Heavey
Saturday October 24th 8 am to 4pm and Sunday the 25th 8am to Noon
Cost: $200/student
Location: Glasgow Job Service

You've taken all these pictures, so now what’s next? This class will introduce you to the tools the pros use. We will crop, straighten, resize, and color-correct our images. Learn how to change the color of a shirt, remove tree branches that are in the way, and so much more!

TAKE CLASSES INDIVIDUALLY OR BOTH FOR $215

To register for these ARTSPOT classes call Laura at 526-7262 or Toni at 228-9072

October Artist: Nickolas Dirkes

2009-10-01T20:38:00.000-07:00

Friday, October 2nd from 4-7 pm
ArtSpot Gallery Artist Reception for Nickolas Dirkes

Join us this Friday, October 2nd from 4-7 pm for an artist reception for Nickolas Dirkes at ArtSpot, who will be exhibiting wildlife photographs from a recent trip to Africa. This event is free and open to the public.

Nick’s photographs will be on display through October 31st at ArtSpot, which is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow.

To show your work at ArtSpot, help volunteer, or to purchase any of Nick’s artwork please contact either Toni at 228-9072 or Laura at 526-7262 or email artspotgallery@gmail.com with any questions. You can also visit our blog at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/.

Plein Air - Thai Food Event

2009-09-22T09:34:00.001-07:00

PLEIN-AIR DINING AFFAIR

Spend an afternoon painting the brilliant colors of fall along the Cherry Creek. Afterwards, relax in twilight with a decadent five course Thai dinner, served outdoors under a canopy of trees and festive décor.
Plein-Air Painting (or, painting “in the open air”) is a wonderful way to absorb oneself in the landscape. The class will cover basic composition, color mixing, working within a frame , all of which will all culminate in your own acrylic painting. This is a great class for beginners.

Thai food is created by using all five flavors – spicy, sweet, salty, bitter, and sour. The unique cuisine is beautiful to the eye and pleasing to the tongue. Half way through your Plein-Air experience, enjoy Thai appetizers, salad, and delicious beverages. After the class we’ll dine outside on Pad Thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice under a canopy of trees and festive décor.

Supplies, meals, refreshments, décor and ambience provided.
Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 10 participants.

Instructor: Toni Marie LaGree
Chef: Laura Gittings - Carlson
Cost: $150
Date/Time: Sat. Sept. 26h 2:00 - 7pm

Toni Marie LaGree has been painting and drawing for over twenty years. Offered numerous art school scholarships, she instead graduated from Montana State University with a BA specializing in multi-media disciplines, which really means all things creative.

Laura Gittings-Carlson has cooked many a delightful meal, most recently our ever popular Greek Night featuring “Flaming Cheese”.

REGISTER BY CALLING LAURA 526-7262 or TONI 228-9072

September Artist

2009-09-04T12:15:00.000-07:00

September's artist at ArtSpot is Robert Russell Miller. His work will be up through Sunday, October 4th.

Join us this Friday, September 4th from 4-7 pm for an Artist Reception for Robert Russell Miller, an accomplished artist and Glasgow High School art teacher.

ArtSpot is located inside Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Refreshments will be served so stop by any time between 4-7 pm.

Upcoming exhibitions at the ArtSpot Gallery include the work of Nick Dirkes, Toni Marie LaGree, and various artists during our Community Show in December. To be involved in the December Community Show or to get your work at ArtSpot, for questions, or to purchase any of Rob’s artwork please contact us at artspotgallery@gmail.com.

Photo caption: Virgelle by Robert Russell Miller

FALL CLASSES

2009-08-10T17:24:00.000-07:00

BLEACH WORKS WITH LEITH HOWARD DEWEESE

Looking for a new art medium to explore? Join us for the Bleach Works Class! After drawing a basic design on colorful paper, areas of the paper is bleached out. The effect causes a variety of different hues. Then the image is embellished with acrylic paint and vibrant colored pencils resulting in designs reminiscent of Molas (Central American textile patterns).

Most supplies will be provided, however, each student must bring their own brushes for the acrylic paint (but not the bleach solution) as well as a set of colored pencils.

Instructor: Leith Howard DeWeese
Cost: $60
Date/Time: Sat. Sept. 12th 9 am - 4pm
Held at ArtSpot inside of Flicks

Leith Howard DeWeese has been a math and art teacher for over 30 years in three states (she currently teaches at the Opheim Public School). Her mediums of choice include acrylics, colored pencil, clay, silver, and stone. She has exhibited her artwork at the ArtSpot Gallery, the James Memorial in Williston, and most recently in Billings at St. Johns.

PLEIN-AIR DINING AFFAIR

Spend an afternoon painting the brilliant colors of fall along the Cherry Creek. Afterwards, relax in twilight with a decadent five course Thai dinner, served outdoors under a canopy of trees and festive décor.
Plein-Air Painting (or, painting “in the open air”) is a wonderful way to absorb oneself in the landscape. The class will cover basic composition, color mixing, working within a frame , all of which will all culminate in your own acrylic painting. This is a great class for beginners.

Thai food is created by using all five flavors – spicy, sweet, salty, bitter, and sour. The unique cuisine is beautiful to the eye and pleasing to the tongue. Half way through your Plein-Air experience, enjoy Thai appetizers, salad, and delicious beverages. After the class we’ll dine outside on Pad Thai, green curry, and mango sticky rice under a canopy of trees and festive décor.

Supplies, meals, refreshments, décor and ambience provided.
Enrollment is limited to a maximum of 10 participants.

Instructor: Toni Marie LaGree
Chef: Laura Gittings - Carlson
Cost: $150
Date/Time: Sat. Sept. 26h 2:00 - 7pm

Toni Marie LaGree has been painting and drawing for over twenty years. Offered numerous art school scholarships, she instead graduated from Montana State University with a BA specializing in multi-media disciplines, which really means all things creative.

Laura Gittings-Carlson has cooked many a delightful meal, most recently our ever popular Greek Night featuring “Flaming Cheese”.

REGISTER BY CALLING LAURA 526-7262 or TONI 228-9072

August Artist & ArtSpot Birthday

2009-08-03T14:55:00.001-07:00

Sean R. Heavey will be exhibiting his photography at our new location inside of Flicks. This show will run through the month of August. Join us on Friday, August 8th from 4-7pm to meet the artist and share in ArtSpot's 2nd birthday celebration. Cake, treats and fun for all provided!

Fort Peck Arts in the Park

2009-06-11T19:22:00.000-07:00

Join us on the lawn of the historic Fort Peck Hotel on Saturday, August 8th from 10 am until 8:30 pm for the second annual Arts in the Park.

For more information on how to rent a booth space for artwork and handmade jewelry please contact ArtSpot at (406) 526-7262.

More information will be posted as it becomes available.

ArtSpot Gallery is Moving!!!!

2009-05-13T19:06:00.001-07:00

The ArtSpot Gallery is moving to Flicks in downtown Glasgow. Check us out in our new location at 531 2nd Ave. South. The work of Christopher Kristant will be on display the month of June.

For more information on the ArtSpot Gallery, how to get your work in the gallery, or how to volunteer, please email us at artspotgallery@gmail.com.

April Exhibition: Whitney Paju

2009-04-16T20:41:00.000-07:00

Cowboy First

Whitney is a self-taught artist who has been working with pencils since the time she could pick one up. She has been painting on canvas for less than two years, but you can’t tell that. Her work is stunning. Her passion for animals, especially horses, comes she believes from growing up on a farm in Oregon. Check out her website at

March Exhibition: Youth Show

2009-03-02T20:31:00.000-08:00

Be amused, be amazed, be in awe with ArtSpot Gallery’s March exhibition of artwork from high school students throughout Valley County. Students’ artwork from Glasgow, Hindsdale, Opheim, and Fraser reminds us of the endless possibilities of art through the youthful eye. Colorful paintings, drawings, geometric work, prints, hand thrown pottery, and paper mosaics are just a few of the works that will be on display.

Toni and Laura from ArtSpot are very excited about inviting area students to participate in this annual event! It is a fabulous opportunity for students interested in art to show work and their friends and family to see how talented they are. The Artists’ Reception will give students the opportunity to visit with and respond first hand to art enthusiasts.

The Artists’ Reception for the Student Show will be on Friday, March 6th from 4-7 pm. Please join in celebrating the students and their work at this time. The Reception is free, open to the public, and snacks will be served.

For questions concerning the Artists’ Reception on March 6th, future shows, or to purchase any of the artwork please contact either Laura Gittings-Carlson at 526-7262, Toni Marie LaGree at 228-9072, or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. For more information on ArtSpot and upcoming shows visit http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/.

Betty Stone and Ev Bergeron show in February

2009-02-13T12:01:00.000-08:00

Sisters Betty and Ev share the February show. Both are talented artists who work primarily in water color. The show's paintings span from landscapes to still lifes. Enjoy a great sandwich and check out the deli's new menu items this month while you take in great local art.

Robert Russell Miller

2009-02-02T17:50:00.000-08:00

The artwork of Robert Russell Miller, an accomplished artist and Glasgow High School Art Teacher will be on display at the ArtSpot Gallery the month of January.

Leith Howard DeWeese Show at the James Memorial Gallery in Williston

2009-01-29T06:48:00.000-08:00

Leith Howard DeWeese
A Diversity of Style
February 1—27, 2009

James Memorial Preservation Society
Reception / 1:00 P.M.— 3:00 P.M. February 1, 2009
621 1st Avenue West, Williston, N.D.

Artist Talk 1:30, Feb 1.

7th Annual Daniel Smith Customer Art Contest: Grand Prize $1500 Gift Certificate

2009-01-23T18:56:00.000-08:00

Seattle based art supply company Daniel Smith is holding their 7th Annual Customer Art Contest. Below is the link to more info on their site and a brief summary. The details of how to enter can be found on the Daniel Smith site. Good Luck!

http://www.danielsmith.com/see/default~c~cc.asp

All mediums considered. All submissions must be original artwork. Images and/or slides become the property of Daniel Smith and will not be returned. Permission will be obtained and recognition provided for all published submissions. Winner will be announced August 1, 2009.

4 prizes will be awarded:

Grand Prize: $1500 Daniel Smith Gift Certificate

Second Place: $1000 Daniel Smith Gift Certificate

Third Place: $500 Daniel Smith Gift Certificate

Employees’ Choice: $250 Daniel Smith Gift Certificate

Entry Deadline: February 1, 2009.

December 2008 Community Show

2008-12-06T18:39:00.000-08:00

Autum Serenity by Loretta Doke

ArtSpot Gallery is proud to present its
2008 Holiday Community Show, with the following local artists:

Dave Ahlstadt
Loretta Doke
Sean R. Heavey
Jerry Jacobson
T.M. LaGree
Carrie Nichol
Carol Ann Oster
Gerald M. Simensen
Louise Uphaus
Kyla Wall

To purchase any of the artwork please contact either
Toni at 228-9072 or Laura at 526-7262.
Thank you for visiting and we hope you enjoy this exhibition
of talented artists. Be sure to join us on Friday, December 5 from 4-7 pm for the Artists Reception, which is free and open to the public.

November Artist: Megan Haddix

2008-11-16T20:08:00.000-08:00

The work of Megan Haddix, an artist who lives in Fort Peck and works in Glasgow, will be on display the month of November. Megan's retrospective comprises artwork she has done over the years and spans the artistic spectrum in both style and medium. It's a very fun show!!

For questions concerning the Artist Reception on November 7th, showing your artwork during the Community Show in December please contact either Laura Gittings-Carlson at 526-7262, Toni Marie LaGree at 228-9072, or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. Visit us at www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com to learn more about upcoming shows and how to get your work in the gallery.
photo: Gypsy Lady, Self Portrait by Megan Haddix

October Artist: Leith DeWeese

2008-10-07T10:19:00.000-07:00

Leith has been a math and art teacher for over 30 years in three states (she currently teaches at the Opheim Public School). Her mediums of choice include acrylics, colored pencil, clay, silver, and stone. She has exhibited across the country and will be the February 2009 artist at the James Memorial Gallery in Williston, North Dakota.

(photo: Early Thaw)

Sean R. Heavey: The Wind Blows

2008-09-03T19:54:00.000-07:00

Come to the ArtSpot Gallery the month of September to experience The Wind Blows: A Photographic Journey of Self-Discovery Through the Forgotten Places of Northeastern Montana, by Sean R. Heavey. The Gallery is located in the mezzanine of the Soma-Dis Deli in Glasgow.

The Artist Reception for The Wind Blows will be this Friday, September 5th from 4-7 pm. It is free, open to the public, and light refreshments will be served.

For questions concerning the Artist Reception on September 5th, showing your artwork during the Community Show in December, or to purchase or order any of Sean’s work please contact either Laura Gittings-Carlson at 526-7262, Toni Marie LaGree at 228-9072, or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. Visit us at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/ to learn more about upcoming shows and how to get your artwork in the gallery.

Fort Peck Arts in the Park

2008-08-20T08:24:00.000-07:00

ArtSpot Gallery and the Fort Peck Hotel sponsored the 2008 Fort Peck Arts in the Park that was held on Saturday, August 16th. Twenty different artists/vendors showed their artwork and wares from paintings, photography, and jewelry to hand-crocheted items, soy candles, and gourd art. The Children's Museum of Northeast Montana was on hand for face painting and a fun craft as was the Fort Peck Dam Interpretive Center.

Approximately 275 people showed for Arts in the Park! Dan and Deb Davis of Whistlers Journey played a wide-range of music throughout the afternoon from classical, rock, and Hawaiian!!

A big thank you to everyone who helped make this a successful and fun-filled family event!

For more information on how you can participate in next year's Fort Peck Arts in the Park please contact ArtSpot Gallery at artspotgallery at gmail dot com!

Fort Peck Arts in the Park

2008-08-11T06:12:00.000-07:00

ArtSpot Gallery and the Fort Peck Hotel are pleased to announce the First Annual Fort Peck Arts in the Park event. Local and regional artists will be showing their artwork on the beautiful lawn of the historic Fort Peck Hotel, musicians will be on hand, as will various food vendors and fun for kids. For more info please email artspotgallery @ gmail dot com or 526-7262. This event is free and open to the public!

August: John Carlson Photography

2008-08-07T19:44:00.000-07:00

Come on down to Soma-Dis Deli Friday, August 8th from 4-7 pm for an Artist Reception to cool off with images by John Carlson of the Antarctic. In addition are photos from South America and closer to home in northeastern Montana.

The ArtSpot Gallery is celebrating its first birthday of showing artwork in Glasgow by serving cake during this Artist Reception that is free and open to the public. John's work will be up throughout the month!

July First THURSDAY!

2008-06-30T21:42:00.000-07:00

July Artist Reception at the ArtSpot Gallery
Thursday, July 3rd from 3-6 pm

Soma-Dis Deli open until 6 pm

Due to the festivities in Glasgow this week, the July Open House at the ArtSpot Gallery will be this THURSDAY, July 3rd from 3-6 pm. Join us in celebrating the work of Barbara Hansen, a talented Glasgow painter.

The ArtSpot Gallery is located in the mezzanine of the Soma-Dis Deli in Glasgow. Usually closed by 4 pm, the Soma-Dis Deli will be open until 6 pm this Thursday during Barbara’s Reception so you can purchase your favorite sandwich or dessert after taking in the art.

“Painting has been my hobby for many years, so what you see here is a sampling of my work dating back as far as the late 1960s,” Barbara says. She uses acrylics and oils to create her paintings.

“With the exception of some of the pieces which were class projects, I mainly paint from photographs I have taken while hiking in the badlands, mountains, and desert. I find that I can relive wonderful trips and experiences by creating a painting of a particular place.”

The Reception is free and open to the public. For questions concerning the Artist Reception on July 3rd, showing your artwork during the Community Show in December, or to purchase any of Barbara’s work please contact either Laura Gittings-Carlson at 526-7262, Toni Marie LaGree at 228-9072, or email artspotgallery@gmail.com. Visit us at http://www.artspotgallery.blogspot.com/ to learn more about upcoming shows and how to get your work in the gallery.

Enjoy the show!

Valley County High School Students

2008-06-23T11:35:00.000-07:00

Dillon Cassell, Glasgow High School

Ashley Stephenson, Opheim School

Work from three high schools across Valley County will be on display the month of June. Pottery from Opheim, oils on canvas from Frazer, and mixed media from Glasgow. Please check out the young talent!

May SECOND Friday

2008-05-01T10:16:00.000-07:00

Lunch in Italy, watercolor by Jamie Hanson (top)

and Beau Coo, original paper art by Connie Grayson

Join ArtSpot Gallery on Friday, May 9th (the second and not first Friday of the month!) for an Open House to celebrate the work of Connie Grayson of Wolf Point and Jamie Hanson of Fort Peck.

Connie uses handmade paper that she weaves, folds, and glues together, at times with embellishments. Jamie has several realistic watercolors and abstract oil on paper works on display.

The Open House is from 4-7 pm, is free, and open to everyone. Light refreshments will be served. For more information contact artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

Check out Improv for Life at http://www.alconartz.com/TiredofChicken/

2008-04-08T16:46:00.000-07:00

April First Friday: Louise Uphaus

2008-03-31T16:39:00.000-07:00

Please visit the ArtSpot Gallery this Friday, April 4th from 4-7 pm for an open house. The artwork of Louise Uphaus is currently on display the month of April. Louise primarily uses watercolors and oil paint to create beautiful images for her friends, family, or on commission. A Glasgow resident for the past eight years, Louise’s work includes something for everyone to enjoy, from a single stem of gladiolas to sheep grazing the meadows of New Zealand and sailboats adrift at sea to hazy mornings in the foothills of nearby mountains.

March First Friday: Photographs by Jerry Jacobson

2008-03-20T08:40:00.000-07:00

Photographs by Jerry L. Jacobson, a third generation Valley County resident are on display. Jerry, who retired in 1994 after 28 years as a federal employee, is a survivor of Gullain-Barre' Syndrome. For more information on his work please email artspotgallery at gmail dot com.

February's First Friday: Leith DeWeese

2008-02-11T20:38:00.000-08:00

The First Friday Open House in February was for Leith DeWeese. Her artwork will be up until March 2nd.

1st Annual Fort Peck Community College Spring Art Exhibit & Sale

2008-02-11T15:36:00.000-08:00

Deadline to apply has been extended until March 21, 2008
application available at http://www.fortpeckcommunityservices.com/PDFs/Spring%20Art%20Exhibitor%20Letter.pdf

1st Annual FPCC Spring Art Exhibit and Sale
The Fort Peck Community College invites you to participate in our 1st Annual FPCC Art Exhibit and Sale on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26, 2008, at Greet the Dawn Auditorium in Poplar, Montana. The college is located at 605 Indian Avenue, Poplar, Montana, just north of Hwy. 2.

Show Times
The show will be held from 10 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. each day, with booth set-up from 8 to 5 p.m. on Thursday, April 24. The Artist whose work has been accepted must be present for the duration of the show!

Eligible Media
Cultural Arts Basketry, bows (arrow), robes and clothing, (traditional), quill work, beadwork, ancient tools, leather, par-fleche, and woodcarving. Fine Arts Painting – Oil, pastel, acrylic, water, pen, pencil and charcoal. Sculpture – Bronze, stone, metal, and wood. All work submitted and exhibited must be the “original work” of the Artist and produced only by the exhibiting Artist. Signed, limited edition reproductions shall be allowed, but no photocopies. Reproductions must occupy less than one third of the total display area. No items will be accepted which are deemed “inappropriate” by the show committee.

Awards
Best of Show $500 & Ribbon
Best of Category $200 & Ribbon
2nd of Category $200 & Ribbon

Please go to http://www.fortpeckcommunityservices.com/PDFs/Spring%20Art%20Exhibitor%20Letter.pdf for more information and an application. Deadline to apply is February 15, 2008.

For questions please contact Tracie Zoanni at the FPCC at 406-768-6308.

Leith DeWeese Open House

2008-02-07T12:12:00.000-08:00

ArtSpot Gallery, located in the mezzanine of Soma-Dis Deli in Glasgow, is having an open house on Friday, February 8 from 4-7 pm. This event will showcase the definitive works of Leith DeWeese. DeWeese's methods vary widely. She incorporates and uses many different mediums as well as many contrasting subjects from fantasy to realism.

This event is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome and treats will be provided.

Meeting with Arni

2008-02-04T18:46:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, February 2nd a group of like-minded artists and art lovers met with Arni Fishbaugh of the Montana Arts Council (MAC) at the ArtSpot Gallery. Arni gave an overview of the MAC, spoke about the Lively Times and State of the Arts publications, grant opportunities, and how other small towns in Montana are getting the word out about local contemporary artists, musicians, folklorists, etc.

One of the many things that came out of Arni's visit was the need for artists to have a way to communicate with other artists within as well as outside the county. ArtSpot Gallery decided to start this blogsite in the hopes that it will help foster communication, the sharing of ideas, etc.

Thank you Arni for taking the time to talk with us! Your visit inspired and energized us!

Laura
ArtSpot Gallery

Montana Arts Council Comes to Glasgow

2008-02-02T15:16:00.000-08:00

Arlynn (Arni) Fishbaugh, Executive Director of the Montana Arts Council (MAC) will be at the ArtSpot Gallery in the Soma-Dis Deli on Saturday, February 2nd from 10 am until noon. The Montana Arts Council is the agency of state government established to develop the creative potential of all Montanans, advance education, spur economic vibrancy and revitalize communities through involvement in the arts.

Artists in all mediums, writers, dancers, actors, musicians, story tellers, poets - anyone participating in or interested in the arts - is encouraged to meet Arni and learn how the MAC can help, whether it be through possible grants, subscribing to the State of the Arts or Lively Times newspapers, learning about ways to network with others and additional service organizations specializing in the arts across Montana.

Arni is eager to meet everyone involved in the arts in Valley County and wants to learn about their needs and what services the MAC has that might be of help.

Light refreshments will be served and this event is free and open to everyone. Please contact either Toni or Laura at artspotgallery at gmail dot com.