Crossroads Art Center Newsletter

Spring, 2008

The Carnegie:
Gala and Grand Opening Celebrations

The Carnegie

April 4, 2008

5:30pm until......
An Evening in the Gardens of Spain is a fundraising Gala to support Crossroads’ future programs and operations. Authentic Spanish Tapas by Kristen Bell Catering. No-host bar by Barley Browns Tickets: SOLD OUT

Apri1 11, 2008

6:00pm until 9:00pm
Regional Artists’ Exhibit and Reception will display the work of the areas finest artists. Live Music and Snacks. Open to the public. Admission is FREE.

April 12, 2008

9:00am until 6:00pm
Community Arts Celebration will feature K-12 student artwork and performances, a “sneak peak” of EORT upcoming play: Quilters and a performance by Baker Community Choir. Come celebrate the Carnegie renovation. Admission is FREE .

Members of the Carnegie Construction Committee from left Kathleen Chaves, Linda Haynes and Dan Moore discussing renovation details

Thanks to the Gallery Committee Members, First Fridays are always staffed with a smile. From left, Violet Clay, Ann Eriksmoen and Nanci Sheppard

Salsa Is Sizzling

Instructors Beat: Amy Martin-Friedman

I came to Baker City last summer and thought I would bring with me the two things I know best, dancing and photography. I’m a Chicago-New Yorker who has been dancing for the last 30 years. I tried Latin Dance during a very hard time in my life and really wrapped my arms around it. I feel very free and alive when I’m dancing these different styles of dance. I believe through the art of expression with your body you’re able to convey so much of who you are, or who you secretly wish to be. I promise with the dances/workouts, that you will feel alive and a “breath of fresh air” (so to speak) when it seems like there’s nothing good to look forward to.

The reason I say this is based on my personal client experience here in Baker City. So many people have really enjoyed the class and have said to me on many occasions that it was the best thing to come along in a long time. I also have heard that many people had never taken a class at Crossroads until this one.

I’m so pleased to give my students a piece of me and my background, and re-new a sense of self in so many.

I think the biggest win we have going for us/me is the no partner necessary classes. I don’t have a partner here and didn’t want women or men to feel uncomfortable or feel like they couldn’t come do this with me...that’s the best part. I teach you the basics and I partner up with you the fourth week so you do have some knowledge of how it works at a night club. I hope to keep inspiring the local community and LaGrande. Yes they’re driving from La Grande because they heard how much they love the workout and we have a lot of fun! I hope to see you there.

April 3rd-May 8th, Thursdays, for 6 weeks. $60/$55 members. 50-minute classes, and April 5th-May 10th, Saturdays, 10-11am, 6 weeks. $60/$55 members, 50-minute classes.

I also plan on doing the Workshop again that incorporates Contemporary, Jazz and Latin movement, a crazy workout that focuses on rhythm and movement, and connecting with music. The date of is April 11-May 2, from 4:00-4:50 PM.

Featured Artists

April: Artist Reception Opens Friday April 11th at 6pm Crossroads celebrates its Carnegie Grand Opening with over 100 regional showing artists. This one time event is sure to inspire, so mark your calendar for the 11th.	May: Trashformations Opens Friday May 2nd at 6pm Artist are expanding their artistic boundaries by creating work from discarded or recycled materials. This show is open to anyone who transforms trash into treasure. How will you trashform the world around you?	June: Kat Galloway Opens Friday June 6th at 6pm EOU professor Kathelene Galloway’s mixed media paintings, like this segment of Rupture, focuses on the fragility of erosion. These expressive gesture paintings capture layers of the geologic past with brilliance.

Members Making a Difference

Linda Haynes, Dan Moore, Kellie Trone, Ben Titus & Crew

Moving out of our Main Street location into the Carnegie Library Building seemed a daunting task and it proved to be just that.

I grew more and more anxious thinking of how to move in the cold and icy winter months. How was I going to get rid of all this building had stored for some 20 odd years?

Linda Haynes, Crossroads Board Member, became my sanity. She spent many weekends helping me schlep garbage and plan for the move, even after foot surgery. Linda, you are amazing.

Dan Moore, also a Board Member, allowed us to move storage items into his basement at Elkhorn Title and spent a weekend helping. Thank you Dan for your thoughtfulness and help to me.

Crossroads member Ben Titus and his crew helped move essentials to the Carnegie and store not-so-essentials in Elkhorn Title’s basement.

Kellie Trone worked endlessly to orgaanize and pack. She spent countless hours on the move and came in to help with our yard sale.

I am so grateful to each and every one who helped with the move. The Pottery Committee, Ivy Nelson and her wonderful Crew, Nanci Sheppard, Ruth Boyd, EJ Weber, Dennis and Terri Axness, Debbie Friedman, Paul Hoelscher and children, and anyone else who spent their time helping out. Thank You .

--Alyssa Peterson

Artist Tip:

Creating our own unique tools instead of purchasing them will allow your work to stay fresh and totally original

From the Board
First Quarter Report

We are at a very exciting time in the history of Crossroads as we move into the Carnegie Library Building, providing Crossroads with a permanent home for the next 60 years. In conjunction with the move the Board of Directors has elected to call Crossroads, “Crossroads Carnegie Art Center”, our name for the foreseeable future. The Board is also working on a new logo that will identify Crossroads with its new location.

I would like to personally thank the construction committee for the many hours they have volunteered over the years, without which we would not be moving into the Carnegie facility. I would also like to thank Jeff Givens, Project Supervisor for Sid Johnson & Co., for taking extra care in preserving numerous historic details of the original building. Jeff saved doors, corner moldings and even after working all day on the project took each lock home to rework and make them functional. This is just an example of how Jeff added small details back into the project – sometimes in a new capacity – to preserve the buildings heritage, Again thank you, Jeff.

I hope you have made plans to attend one of the Carnegie Grand Opening Events to celebrate our new home. These events will be held throughout the month of April; for more information please contact Crossroads.

Joan Jacobs will be leaving the board to focus on her work with the Museum. She has been instrumental in redesigning Crossroads’ books, budgeting and finances. Terri Bell will take over her function as the Crossroads’ Treasurer.

Alyssa Peterson will be leaving Crossroads to pursue her art career and other interests. We sincerely appreciate her many contributions to Crossroads and offer our best wishes in her new endeavors.

Nancy Peyron has joined the Crossroads team as Interim Director. For the past month, she has been working as a volunteer, meeting with other community organizations to see how we can work together to get the most out of our programs. We are all looking forward to seeing what partnershipscome out of those meetings.

As we plan to move into the new facility we encourage everyone to participate in the new art center. Volunteers make the difference in meeting our goal to provide programs and facilities for the entire community. Join us in making “ART FOR EVERYONE” possible.

--Terri Axness

Watercolor Workshop

At Bill McCusker’s Watercolor Workshop artists practice what they have learned. From left, Carol Koble and Rose Fisher

Kids Corner
Things To Do With Tempera

CREATE YOUR OWN STAMP PAD

Supplies:
Tempera Paint
Paper Towel or Sponge
Stamps

Pour tempera on a folded paper towel or sponge and start stamping.

CREATE FINGER-PAINTS

Supplies:
Tempera Paint
Egg Carton
Starch

Pour a small amount of color into an egg carton; Mix tempera with starch, create a masterpiece with fingers.

CREATE A SPARKLE PAINT

Supplies:
Tempera Paint
Egg Carton
Glitter
School Glue

Pour a small amount of color into an egg carton; Mix tempera with glue and glitter, instant sparkle paint.

Art About Agriculture 2008

OSU College of Agricultural Sciences, Art About Agriculture 2008 tour is coming to the Carnegie Friday June 6th at 6pm.

Crossroads will host this show through the month of June and will close July 17th at 5pm.

Don’t miss out on this unique show that encourages artists to build upon the themes of Oregon’s diverse agriculture and natural resources.

Established in 1983, Art About Agriculture was the first show to tour the region with an agricultural theme. Since 1983 the competition has culminated in a permanent collection which travels annually.

Learn more about the world around you, join Crossroads in celebrating Oregon’s agricultural heritage.

-- Alyssa Peterson

Marketing Opportunity For Artists

The Baker City Farmers Market Welcomes Artist Vendors

Saturdays, June 21st through September 27th

10am-Noon

Geiser-Pollman Park

At the Corner of Campbell and Grove

Vendor Fees are $12 per week, or $135 for the entire season

More information is contained in vendor packet — available at Crossroads starting May 1

or by calling Laura Harryman 523-9761

Watch for Farmers Market-Mini Markets
Saturdays 10am-noon, May 24th-June 14th and October 4th-25th
Thursdays 4pm-6pm, June 26th-September 25th