Every summer, dedicated teen volunteers commit their time to helping with the weekly classes at the Holter. Without them, the classes wouldn’t be as fun or run as smoothly.
Thank you to every Art Smart who helped this summer!
If you are looking for a fun way to spend your time, and want to get involved, contact Sondra Hines at 442-6400 or sondra@holtermuseum.org
It’s fun, creative, dynamic, and is a great opportunity to get connected with the community and the art here!
You might ever learn a little yourself…
Video Production Class
with Jim Lubeck
August 19, 5-8pm
Come to the Holter’s August 3rd Thursday and meet our new Executive Director, Chris Taylor!
6pm: Intro by the Holter Board and talk by our new Executive Director, Chris Taylor
Food & Libations provided by the Holter Board
Music by Mini MDB
July 15, 5-8pm
FEATURED ARTIST: George Gogas
Late in 2008 George Gogas re-injured his left rotator cuff increasing a former tendon tear. His orthopedic surgeon advised him against surgery, recommending therapy instead. However, this has limited his ability to handle and paint large canvases. As a result his current option is to work with smaller pieces; thus the Rotator Cuff paintings. Without a theme to hold them together, they are a non-series.
ARTIST TALK: George Gogas
ART ACTIVITY: Sidewalk Chalk Drawings & presentation by Chalk Up Helena
HAND-DIPPED CHOCOLATES: The Parrot Confectionery Store
LIBATIONS: Bert & Ernie’s
MUSIC: Whistler’s In-laws
*Member discounts on food & beverages.
May’s 3rd Thursday &
Artists’ Reception: Poo Putsch & DD Dowden “Nature’s Colors”
May 20, 5pm-8pm
Artworks Gallery
May’s 3rd Thursday features landscape artists Poo Putsch & DD Dowden in their Artworks Gallery show titled “Nature’s Colors.” Come and enjoy art and friends, participate in a group art project, enjoy great food from Benny’s Bistro, drinks from Bert & Ernie’s and the music of MJ Williams and Alex Swainey.
In addition, get a sneak preview of “BONITA!” – Holter’s Silent Auction of wearable art. Start bidding on your favorite items. Bidding closes after the Live Auction Gala “TANGO” on Fri, June 11, 5pm-9:30pm at the Great Northern Hotel.
April’s 3rd Thursday &
Artist’s Reception: Steven Young Lee: Beneath the Surface
Artworks Gallery
April 15, 5pm-8pm
April’s 3rd Thursday will feature ceramic artist Steven Young Lee, the Resident Artist Director of the Archie Bray Foundation, who will give a talk about his ceramic techniques. Come and see Steve’s new exhibit “Beneath the Surface,” talk to the artist, enjoy the tunes of John Dendy & Shaun Deola and experience one of the hottest food tickets in town, the authentic Thai cuisine of Toi’s Thai.
Magic Carpets Meet the Antique Road Show
Rug Appreciation Day
with Turabi Topal
Saturday, March 20, 11am-4pm
Ever wondered about Great-Aunt Mary’s oriental rug you inherited? Or the bargain you found at a yard sale? Where and how was it made? How much is it really worth?
In conjunction with the Holter’s stunning Magic Carpets exhibition, rug master Turabi Topal is flying in from Seattle for a Rug Appreciation Day. Mr. Topal, business partner of Helena’s own Ersun Ozer of Anatolia Oriental Rug Gallery, began working with carpets when he was 12 years old in Turkey. He is considered a magician of weaving and intricate repair, and his extensive knowledge comes from decades of hands-on experience. He will discuss the history and technique of carpet weaving from 11am to noon and will give pointers on how to distinguish carpet types, their origins, and what makes a carpet valuable. From noon until 4pm he will examine your carpets with you and answer questions. If your carpet is too large to carry, please consider bringing photographs
March 18, 5pm-8pm
This month’s 3rd Thursday at the Holter honors our soldiers and vets, and as always, participation is FREE!
Come and enjoy Cajun food from Cafe Zydeco, Spring ales and wine from Bert & Ernie’s, the sounds of Wilbur Rehmann and the Gypsy Trio and make a blossom to add to Marie Watt’s Forget-Me-Not Blossom, a tribute to fallen soldiers.
*Discounts on food and beverages for Holter members and military.
3RD THURSDAY events are made possible by the generous support of local businesses, musicians and artists.
February’s 3RD THURSDAY event is in conjunction with:
Magic Carpets: Tribal Sofras from Turkey exhibition
Jan. 19 - April 4, 2010
Join us for a TURKISH RECEPTION FOR ARTISTS-IN-RESIDENCE
Burcu Kinay and Murat Cabuk
(3RD) Thursday, Feb 18, 6-8:30 pm
Join our guest Turkish calligrapher and ebru maker at a special celebration of Turkish food, music and hospitality. Nibble on complimentary Turkish meze prepared by Helena’s own Ersun Ozer of the Mediterranean Grill, listen to the exquisite sounds of the oud, the Turkish lute, played by Bruce Siegmund and Timbaru, enjoy the rhythms of Turkish dance and dabble with marbled paper and calligraphy.
HELENA INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS COUNCIL
For more information on Turkish art, go to www.turkishculturalfoundation.org
Giant puppets, international artists, thought-provoking conversations, the desire to learn new media… all these and much more attract people of all ages to education events at the Holter Museum. You are invited to explore the wonder of creativity by attending a workshop or an artist’s gallery talk. Help children express themselves and understand culture by volunteering as a docent. Whether you are intellectually curious, want to join a friendly gathering, or just feel like getting your hands into some colorful paint, we have opportunities for you to learn and have fun. Helena residents and visitors have discovered that a contemporary art museum is not just a great place to contemplate the meaning of today’s world, it is also a perfect place to bring children, meet friends, and expand your creativity. The Holter is your museum!
Each season, the Education department offers workshops, artists’ presentations, and hands-on activities that deepen visitors’ engagement with the ever-changing display of visual art. We know that people of all ages learn through making visual art as well as seeing and hearing about it. Involvement with art develops creative thinking skills, strengthens our ability to solve problems, and enhances our appreciation of our own and other cultures. As a regional leader in the field of art education, the museum partners with other organizations to provide programs for school and college students, families, adults, accomplished and aspiring artists. If you are looking for an opportunity or want to help create one for others, please contact us!
Sondra Hines, Curator of Education, (406) 442-6400 ext. 108, sondra@holtermuseum.org
Artist-in-Residence Corwin (Corky) Clairmont
Artist Talk
Wed, Oct 21
6:30 pm
Corky Clairmont, a member of the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes, is an accomplished print-maker and conceptual artist. The recipient of the 2008 Montana Governor’s Award in the Arts, Clairmont is an immensely gifted leader and educator in the Salish and Kootenai community. He will be speaking about his current exhibition Welcome to the Rez as well as other aspects of his work as an artist, teacher and community leader.
