Open to the public-but you must rsvp to lifedrawing@minthillarts by Sunday, June 15
For more information, click here
Life Drawing is the best and quickest way to improve your drawing skills and your visual perception. Drawing from life is truly the basis for learning to draw anything well. Hope to see you there!
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Wednesday, June 9, 2010
Gallery Reception Friday, June 11 7-9pm
Please join Mint Hill Arts for our second annual Spring Show. This juried show features painting, drawing, water media, mixed media, photography, and 3D work.
Thank You to Regine Bechtler and daughter Josephine for judging the show, and donating 4 family memberships to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art as prizes. Other sponsors include Cheap Joe's, Binders, and The Bead Boutique.
Grand Prize is $500.
Winning entries will be announced at 8pm.
"Art is not what you see, but what you make others see." Edgar Degas
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Adult Summer 2010 Classes at Mint Hill Arts
Great news! We've just posted the schedule for our Adult Summer 2010 Classes at Mint Hill Arts.
This summer's offerings include classes in painting, drawing, pottery/clay, mixed media and linoleum engraving. Enrollment is now open, with a registration deadline of one week before the start of each class.
And don't forget our exciting Kid's Camps, where we are offering dual concentrations each week throughout the summer, beginning June 14 - June 18.
For more information on all our summer classes, visit our Classes page.
This summer's offerings include classes in painting, drawing, pottery/clay, mixed media and linoleum engraving. Enrollment is now open, with a registration deadline of one week before the start of each class.
And don't forget our exciting Kid's Camps, where we are offering dual concentrations each week throughout the summer, beginning June 14 - June 18.
For more information on all our summer classes, visit our Classes page.
Monday, May 24, 2010
May 2010 Speaker
Please join us for our May speaker, artist Mary Erickson, tomorrow night (Tuesday, May 25) from 6:45 to 9:00 pm at Mint Hill Arts.
Mint Hill Arts is now a 501(c)(3) organization!
Great News!
Mint Hill Arts has received its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. While Mint Hill Arts has operated as a non-profit from the beginning, this special IRS designation has additional benefits. Not only is Mint Hill Arts exempt from paying taxes, but you are now able to deduct any donations made to MHA.
Deductible donations may include cash donations, material donations, professional services, and even mileage driven for volunteering. For details please see IRS Publication 526, charitable donations.
Mint Hill Arts has been designated a public charity, and our tax exempt statuts is retroactive to June 2008.
Mint Hill Arts would like to thank Kevin Cobb of Grace Innovations LLC and Eura Tunstall, CPA for their advice and support in completing the 501(c)(3) application.
Thank You for your support of Mint Hill Arts!
Mint Hill Arts has received its 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status. While Mint Hill Arts has operated as a non-profit from the beginning, this special IRS designation has additional benefits. Not only is Mint Hill Arts exempt from paying taxes, but you are now able to deduct any donations made to MHA.
Deductible donations may include cash donations, material donations, professional services, and even mileage driven for volunteering. For details please see IRS Publication 526, charitable donations.
Mint Hill Arts has been designated a public charity, and our tax exempt statuts is retroactive to June 2008.
Mint Hill Arts would like to thank Kevin Cobb of Grace Innovations LLC and Eura Tunstall, CPA for their advice and support in completing the 501(c)(3) application.
Thank You for your support of Mint Hill Arts!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
May Gallery Reception
"Everything Grows! Floral Inspirations"
Opening Reception Friday, May 14, 7-9pm
Exhibit runs through June 3
Please join us for this member show inspired by flowers, trees, plants...anything that grows from the ground or from pots, even weeds!
This show also features the wonderful hand decorated Ukrainian Pysanky Eggs by Bohan Kostyshyn. Mr. Kostyshyn has been creating his jewel-like eggs for over forty years and they will add a special touch of 'Spring Beauty" to our gallery. He will also display some of hand made specialized tools and machines that he uses to execute the complex and symbolic decoration that has made Pysanky Eggs so famous.
Please bring your friends and family. Everyone is invited to enjoy food, wine and great art!
This show also features the wonderful hand decorated Ukrainian Pysanky Eggs by Bohan Kostyshyn. Mr. Kostyshyn has been creating his jewel-like eggs for over forty years and they will add a special touch of 'Spring Beauty" to our gallery. He will also display some of hand made specialized tools and machines that he uses to execute the complex and symbolic decoration that has made Pysanky Eggs so famous.
Please bring your friends and family. Everyone is invited to enjoy food, wine and great art!
Saturday, May 1, 2010
Mint Hill Arts Spring 2010 Juried Show
We are proud to present a special........ CALL FOR ALL ARTISTS!
Mint Hill Arts 2010 Annual Spring Judged and Juried Art Exhibit
From June 11th through July 30th
June marks the anniversary of our first and very successful competitive show. As many of you know Mint Hill Arts has made it part of our yearly schedule to present two judged and juried exhibits per year, one in December and one in June. Both annual shows welcome ALL artists from the greater Charlotte area and beyond to exhibit their artwork. We love to see new faces and to showcase the creativity of artists everywhere.
For complete details please click here.
Awards:
Best In Show - $500.00 and can be chosen from any of the categories.
1st Place - $100.00 for each category
2nd Place - $50.00 for each category
3rd Place - $25 for each category
*Awards will be presented at our gallery reception Friday, June 11th form 7-9PM. Everyone is invited!
Intake and Pick-up:
Intake will take place in our gallery located at 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road [The Grace Building], Mint Hill on Friday, June 4th from 4-6PM and Saturday, June 5th from 10AM-12PM.
Pick-up will take place in our gallery Thursday, July 1st from 4-6PM and Friday, July 2nd from 4-6PM.
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Call for Artists: Bain Elementary Arts Fest
Bain Elementary School is looking for several artists to display their work at Bain's annual Spring Arts Fest on Thursday, May 6, 2010, from 6:00 - 7:45 pm.
The evening includes musical performances, children's art displays and a hands-on craft for the kids. Participating artists will set up a small display (easels or small table) in the media center, and will have the opportunity to talk to the children and parents as they tour the displays.
There is room for 4-5 artists. If you are interested in participating, please email Laura Sussman-Randall by Friday morning (4/23/10) with your name, medium, and one picture that is representative of your work (or a link to your website if you have one).
This is a great opportunity for Mint Hill Arts members to give back to the community and support arts education on a local level!
The evening includes musical performances, children's art displays and a hands-on craft for the kids. Participating artists will set up a small display (easels or small table) in the media center, and will have the opportunity to talk to the children and parents as they tour the displays.
There is room for 4-5 artists. If you are interested in participating, please email Laura Sussman-Randall by Friday morning (4/23/10) with your name, medium, and one picture that is representative of your work (or a link to your website if you have one).
This is a great opportunity for Mint Hill Arts members to give back to the community and support arts education on a local level!
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Call for Submissions: May Offsite Exhibits
Mint Hill Arts will have a special intake for works to be exhibited at its offsite venues during the month of June. Due to space limitations we can only accommodate 40-50 pieces so acceptance will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
Details:
Intake: May 5, 2010 from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Mint Hill Arts Gallery.
Entry fee: None.
Standards: All work must be two-dimensional and appropriately wired for hanging (no clips, saw-toothed hangers, staples or tape). Work that does not meet these standards will be declined. While the hanging spaces can accommodate a small number of larger pieces, dimensions of less than 30" wide and 48" high are optimal.
Offsite exhibits are an important community outreach. We welcome your participation!
Contact Romie Mizell with any questions.
Details:
Intake: May 5, 2010 from 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm at Mint Hill Arts Gallery.
Entry fee: None.
Standards: All work must be two-dimensional and appropriately wired for hanging (no clips, saw-toothed hangers, staples or tape). Work that does not meet these standards will be declined. While the hanging spaces can accommodate a small number of larger pieces, dimensions of less than 30" wide and 48" high are optimal.
Offsite exhibits are an important community outreach. We welcome your participation!
Contact Romie Mizell with any questions.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Gallery and Gift Shop Intake Streamlined
The Gallery Intake Committee has simplified the intake paperwork and streamlined the intake process.
Beginning with the May Intake (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Friday, May 7 and 10:00 am - 12:00 pm on Saturday, May 8) you will no longer need to print, sign and submit a Mint Hill Arts Liability Waiver.
Instead, your signature at the bottom of the Gallery Registration Form indicates your acceptance of the conditions of the waiver.
The Liability Waiver is located here. (You can also access it any time by clicking the link at the bottom of the Gallery Registration Form.)
Beginning with the May Intake (4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Friday, May 7 and 10:00 am - 12:00 pm on Saturday, May 8) you will no longer need to print, sign and submit a Mint Hill Arts Liability Waiver.
Instead, your signature at the bottom of the Gallery Registration Form indicates your acceptance of the conditions of the waiver.
The Liability Waiver is located here. (You can also access it any time by clicking the link at the bottom of the Gallery Registration Form.)
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Discover Mint Hill
Join us for Discover Mint Hill this Saturday, April 17, 2010 from 9:00am to 3:00pm. This semi-annual event brings organizations and people together to celebrate our culture and history.
Mint Hill Presents - July Show Details
Twice a year, Mint Hill Arts holds a juried show featuring the work of one or more of its own artists. Usually, the format includes at least one artist whose work involves two dimensional art and at least one whose work is three dimensional.
Our next "Mint Hill Presents" runs July 9th through August 4th, 2010, with our opening reception from 7:00pm to 9:00pm on Friday, July 9 at the gallery.
For more information about applying to be a featured artist in this show, read the Prospectus. If you'd like to apply, download the Application.
Our next "Mint Hill Presents" runs July 9th through August 4th, 2010, with our opening reception from 7:00pm to 9:00pm on Friday, July 9 at the gallery.
For more information about applying to be a featured artist in this show, read the Prospectus. If you'd like to apply, download the Application.
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
May Show Postcard
Mint Hill Arts is in the process of gathering photos for our May Show Postcard and we need your help!
The theme for the May show is FLORAL INSPIRATIONS. If you have high resolution photos of your floral-inspired artwork that you plan to submit for the May show, please email (in compressed format) them to Tammy Morris.
Details regarding the intakes for this show will be available soon.
The theme for the May show is FLORAL INSPIRATIONS. If you have high resolution photos of your floral-inspired artwork that you plan to submit for the May show, please email (in compressed format) them to Tammy Morris.
Details regarding the intakes for this show will be available soon.
Mint Hill Arts and Dilworth Coffee unite for ART WALK
Mint Hill Arts has been invited by Dilworth Coffee in Mint Hill to participate in an ART WALK.
Date: Saturday May 22, 2010
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost to each artist: $15.00
All proceeds benefit Mint Hill Arts Fine Arts and Crafts Center
Requirements: Each artist must provide your own 6' or 8' table and chairs. You are responsible for collecting and paying your own state sales tax.
Location: Patio and sidewalk at the Matthews Location, 3565 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
What to do: If you are interested in participating, email Tammy Morris.
Deadline for payment: Your commitment to participate and your $15.00 check, made payable to Mint Hill Arts, is due by May 15, 2010.
Date: Saturday May 22, 2010
Time: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Cost to each artist: $15.00
All proceeds benefit Mint Hill Arts Fine Arts and Crafts Center
Requirements: Each artist must provide your own 6' or 8' table and chairs. You are responsible for collecting and paying your own state sales tax.
Location: Patio and sidewalk at the Matthews Location, 3565 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
What to do: If you are interested in participating, email Tammy Morris.
Deadline for payment: Your commitment to participate and your $15.00 check, made payable to Mint Hill Arts, is due by May 15, 2010.
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
April Exhibit at MHA
Mint Hill Arts Second Annual Spring Show will feature artwork by area kids and teens ages 5-18. The show includes students from Bain and Lebanon Road Elementary Schools and Independence High, as well as Mint Hill Arts students and individual entrants. Come support our talented students and their dedicated teachers!
Opening Reception
Friday, April 9 7-9pm
Exhibit runs through May 6
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