"Project 365: Daily Discoveries" Photography by Stephanie C. Roberts Now on Display

Join us at the Monroe Art Guild for the Opening Reception tonight (Friday, May 8) 7:00-9:00pm to view our newest exhibit in the main gallery, "Project 365: Daily Discoveries" photography by Stephanie C. Roberts. The exhibit is on display through June 25, 2009.

Stephanie began the project on January 2, 2008 as a year-long study to visually document 365 days in sequence as a means of structured, personal photographic exploration. Images vary in subject matter and perspective – revealing seasonal shifts in light and color, and personal focus over time. The series culminated on January 1, 2009.

Stephanie is a documentary and fine art photographer and digital media producer. She lives on a cattle farm with her family in Walton County, Georgia where she sculpts natural light, thinks deep, avoids ironing, and enjoys watching the grass grow.

Recently, Stephanie and fellow Shutter Sister, Jen Lemen, won the “Name Your Dream Assignment” global photography competition, sponsored by Lenovo and Microsoft, for their submission "Picture Hope." This award sends them on a journey to five continents over the next twelve months to capture and share images and stories of hope.

To learn more about Stephanie C. Roberts and follow her photography, visit her web site: www.littlepurplecowphotography.com

Photograph © Stephanie C. Roberts

On Display: Annual Walton County Student Art Show

The picture from left to right: Loganville High School Art Teacher Helen Thompson, Kayla McCarthy, Mrs. & Mr. McCarthy, and Jim Schrull of Just Right Auto Sales and Finance. A $1,000.00 scholarship graciously provided by Just Right Auto Sales and Finance was award to one senior whose work was part of the Annual Walton County Student Art Show at the Monroe Art Guild.

We are pleased to share the Student Art Show currently on display in the main gallery featuring young artists throughout Walton County. The show will run from March 4 - April 30, 2009. Schools participating in the show include: Bay Creek ES, Blaine Street ES, Loganville ES, Monroe ES, Sharon ES, Walker Park ES, Walnut Grove ES, Youth ES, Loganville MS, Youth MS, Loganville HS, Monroe Area HS, Loganville Christian Academy, and George Walton Academy. There is a variety of exceptional artwork featured in 2D and 3D with examples of painting, jewelry, pottery, and more.

Please come and see the talents our students are sharing with us. Let them feel the value they play in our society. It is also important for us to support the hard work and dedication of Walton County’s Arts teachers. Their dedication to opening the eyes of young adults to the arts is a gift to our community.

In addition, Wild Child Arts of Monroe has donated two canvases to two art classes in Walton County. The paintings titled “Calm and Colorful” and “Melted Popsicle” are on display at Wild Child Arts, downtown Monroe. Tickets can be purchased at the Monroe Art Guild or Wild Child Arts through April 4th at 3:00pm. These paintings will be raffled off: $2.00 per ticket or three for $5.00. The proceeds will be split 50/50 between the charity choice of each classroom and the art programs of the two participating schools. Wild Child Arts will host a reception on April 4th from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. The winning ticket will be announced at 3:30pm. Please support the children and their commitment to the Arts, their community and their support of their school’s art program.

MAG Yard Sale Fundraiser April 25: Bring Us Your Treasures

The Monroe Art Guild is hosting our annual Yard Sale fundraiser on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00am - 3:30pm. This Yard Sale is the perfect event to jump-start the spring cleaning at your house! Whether you are parting from excess furniture and art or making room for a new look, this will be a win-win event for everyone involved. Donated items can be dropped off at the Monroe Art Guild building on Thursday's and Friday's from 10:00am to 4:30pm starting March 26th. Items can be used as a tax deduction if that is requested by the donor. The profits from the Yard Sale will go to further advance the Monroe Art Guild’s commitment to serve the community as a resource for the visual arts.

Items to be donated can include: clean and new clothes, furniture, household goods, pottery, jewelry, household art, garden figurines and tools, sculptures, books, and other unique family treasures! While you drop of your treasures, check out the Walton County Student Art Show currently on display through the end of April.

For more information call Bryan Hardman at 770-207-8937, Tuesday-Friday from 10:00am - 5:00pm

Announcing: Summer Art Camp for Kids

Each year, the Monroe Art Guild reaches out to young artists in our community and hosts a Summer Art Camp. This year will feature two one-week sessions for children ages 5-12.

The first week will be June 15-19 for ages 5-8; from 9:00 am-12:00 pm with Instructors: Rosemarie Sells & Mary Alice Wood. Students will create exciting and innovative 3D works of art using recyclable materials and materials from nature. The exploration of John James Audubon’s paintings of birds and nature will serve as inspiration for color theory and painting creations.

The second week will be June 22-26 for ages 9-12; from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm with Instructors: Bobby Austin & Nita Bakay. In this week, students will explore the world of Native American cultures as they create clay whistles and pottery. Both traditional and creative painting techniques will be studied as a means to create exciting 2D masterpieces.

Summer Art Camps through the Monroe Art Guild offers opportunities for children to learn and explore sculpture, drawing, painting, pottery, color relation and many other artistic techniques. Space is limited to 12 attendees per week to ensure a high quality experience. Contact Bryan Hardman to learn more about upcoming art classes.

Fee: $85 per child (includes supplies)