Left Bank Art League

May 22nd at 7 pm - Christ Angelican Church, Moline, IL (1717 8th Avenue)

Come join us in a fun, inviting atmosphere where our program will be "a surprise"!  Rumor has it that Andi Naab (an artist who works in a wide variety of media) will be leading the program and she never disappoints.  If you haven't attended a meeting before, please join us.  Refreshments and fun!

Fun with clay - black and white animals

April membership meeting, Wednesday, April 24, 7 pm

Bonnie Grebner will lead the group with her usual creativity on April 24. Plan to create your own creative clay animal!

Bonnie will provide needed supplies and will fire the finished projects for you. She also will offer a day (date to be determined) for those who want to do a raku firing of their critters (clay ones!).  Never tried this medium before?  This is a perfect opportunity to try something new, have fun with an old favorite (clay) or try something new if this is your favorite medium.  You'll have a great time so come ready for a fun evening together.

Christ Anglican Church

1717 8th Ave, Moline

Come join us on Wednesday, March 27th for a fun membership meeting with Bill Hannan!  Bill will be showing how to make an accordian book; he's bringing plenty of supplies so attendees can try their hand at creating their own book.

Meeting will begin at 7 pm at Christ Anglican Church, Moline, Illinois.  As this is the season of Lent, members of the church will be gathering for worship on this same date in the sanctuary. 

Opening March 6th, the Clinton Arts Association (CAA) will host work by Left Bank Art League members in its gallery.  The gallery, River Arts Center, is open Wednesday through Sundays from 1 to 4 pm each day. 

An opening gallery reception will be held on Sunday, March 10th from 2 to 4 pm.  Refreshments are provided and many of the artists will be in attendance.  Participating artists include Brent Langley, Jeri Crabtree, Karen Casper, Sheryl Lammers, Pat Halverson, Rose Moore, Sharon Hansen, Bonnie Grebner and Lori MIller.  

This is just one of the opportunities members of Left Bank can enjoy!

Due to weather conditions on the 27th, the February membership meeting was cancelled.  Please make plans to join us in March for our membership meeting - the snow and ice (hopefully) should be done by then!

Notice of the cancellation was made via email -- be sure to keep your email updated for other notices.

February Membership Meeting

February 27

7:00 PM

Christ Anglican Church

1717 8th Ave, Moline

(As it is the season of Lent, please be mindful that the congregation will also be gathering for a worship service.)

Andi Naab and Ingrid Bogdonawicz will share the program. Andi will talk about Art Journaling, with some hands-on time for design. Ingrid will bring her personalized stamps and a chance to try it out. Join the fun of shared creativity!

Many thanks to our new 2013 board for Left Bank Art League:

President - Rose Moore

Vice President - Mona Wolbers

Secretary - Laura Reich

Treasurer - Vince Thomas

Meeting programs co-chairs - Andi Naab and Ingrid Bogdonawicz

And MANY THANKS go to our past president, Pat Halverson.  Thank you for the time and organization you brought to LBAL! 

Other notes:  Rose Moore will continue as Festival of Trees coordinator and Pat Halverson will be the editor of the LINK monthly newsletter.  Lori MIller will continue on as the LBAL webmaster.

Workshop in April - reserve your space now!

April 17-20, 2013

4-day workshop $300 (members)  $325 (non-members)

Bonnie Paruch is a nationally recognized painter with excellent teaching skills to match her talent!  LBAL is proud to bring Bonnie here for this painting workshop.  Paruch works primarily in oils and pastels, but other 2D media are welcome. She will be showing the group how to paint from photographs to make them 'sing.' Weather permitting, she may also demonstrate plein air painting.  She will show how to add people to landscapes and may also work with still life - in other words, she will adapt her teaching to the needs of the class so sign up now and indicate your interests for consideration!

To sign up, please email Pat Halverson at p.halverson@mchsi.com or call (563) 285-9596.  Payment for half of the course must be received by March 1.  You may mail your downpayment to Pat at 210 N. 7th Street, Eldridge, IA 52748

The class is $300 for LBAL members; $325 for non-members. Single days - $80 (members) $90 (non-members)

Interested?  Check out Bonnie's website at www.bonnieparuchfineart.com

Get it done early and get set for an exciting 2013 with Left Bank Art League!

It's easy to renew:

- Send your check for $25 single, or $40 for family to:

LBAL  PO Box 1406

Moline IL 61266

Indicate“renewal” or “new.”

Your renewal fee covers:

Membership fees help support our scholarships to high school and college students in art, reduced registration fees for workshops, monthly presentations at meetings, Festival of Trees entry, and general expenses incurred by the league.

Important!  Update us on your email address and any other address/phone changes.

LBAL Membership Form  2013

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(Only give cash to treasurer in person.)

Quad City Arts FESTIVAL OF TREES 2012

Another special thanks to Rose Moore for being the creative driving force behind our entry this year. Bonnie Grebner was her co-chair, and many Left Bank members contributed their artistic prowess and time to create another memorable tree.

The Wizard of Oz theme drew many an adoring gaze from young and old alike, and garnered a red ribbon in the “whimsical” category of entries.  Thanks and congratulations to all for their support!

From the motorized “There’s No Place Like Home” sign atop Dorothy’s house at the tree’s crown, to the Munchin Village below, the “yellow brick road” ribbon tied the story together with glitz and your personally crafted ornaments.