March 13: Submission Deadline for Black Creek Arts Inaugural Juried Competition

Black Creek Arts Council of Hartsville, South Carolina is pleased to announce its inaugural Juried Competition. This national competition is open to all artists over 18 years of age, in all mediums except photography. All entries and fees must be submitted digitally by 3/13/15 through CaFE  by clicking here

Artists may provide up to two separate images for each piece submitted, $35 for up to three pieces.

Juror is Frank McCauley, Assistant Director and Chief Curator for the Sumter County Gallery of Art in Sumter, SC.

AWARDS

Best of Show $1000

1st Place $ 500

2nd Place $ 200

3rd Place $ 100

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS & FEES

All entries and fees must be submitted digitally through CaFE www.callforentry.org

Artists may provide up to two separate images for each piece submitted.

$35 for up to three pieces.

This is a nonrefundable entry fee, even if works are not selected for the show.

SELECTION

The juror will review all images of work submitted. Selected pieces are to be delivered to the arts center for installation. BCAC reserves the right to decline any work that is not received in a state ready for hanging according to the guidelines presented under “Eligibility.” The juror will view the exhibition and select the award winners. At the juror’s discretion, any works that differ substantially from the images submitted for initial consideration may be declined. All work selected for the Black Creek Arts Juried Exhibition must remain through the entirety of the exhibition. Any work not sold must be picked up on the dates specified. Any work remaining 30 days after the exhibition’s end becomes property of Black Creek Arts.

JUROR

Frank McCauley was born in Jacksonville, FL in 1980. Upon receiving his BFA in painting from Winthrop University in 2003, he moved north to Syracuse, NY where he attended Syracuse University and received his MFA in 2008. Frank has been the Director and Curator for Spark Contemporary Art Space in Syracuse, NY and is currently the Assistant Director and Chief Curator for the Sumter County Gallery of Art in Sumter, SC. As an artist he has been in numerous group exhibitions both nationally and internationally and has had solo exhibitions in South America, SC, CA, and NY.

ACCEPTED ENTRIES

All accepted work must be labeled on the back with artist’s name, title of work, and price. All entries must be received by Black Creek Arts Council by Sunday, March 29, 2015 by 4 PM.(This is not a postmark deadline)

SALES

All entries will be available for sale unless marked Not For Sale (NSF). BCAC will retain a 30% commission on all sales. No Price On Request’s (POR) will be accepted.

LIABILITY

Black Creek Arts Council (BCAC) assumes responsibility for insuring the works selected for this exhibition while they are in our possession. BCAC will not cover costs for shipping or insurance for shipping to or from our facilities. BCAC reserves the right to refuse or remove any entry at its discretion. BCAC reserves the right to photograph and reproduce any submitted work for publicity or educational purposes. When an entry is received at BCAC for the exhibition this constitutes the artist’s agreement with the terms set forth in this prospectus.

SHIPPING

Mailed work must include return postage label and insurance for proper amount. Accepted

work must be delivered to:

Black Creek Arts Juried Exhibition

℅ Allison Pederson

Black Creek Arts Council

116 W. College Ave.

Hartsville, SC  29550

CONTACT

Black Creek Arts Council

bartscounc@aol.com

843-332-6234

www.blackcreekarts.org

Tuesdays, January 20 - February 24: Pottery Throwing for Beginners

Description: This class is designed to introduce students with little or no clay experience to throwing clay on the wheel. Learn about the fundamentals of clay, centering, throwing, surface design and firing. When: Tuesdays, Jan 20 - Feb 24 Time: 6:30 - 8:30pm OPen Studio Time: Wednesdays during the course Six Week Course Fee: $180 Class Size: 4 Course Tuition Includes: Classroom Time Access to wheel and studio tools Additional studio time on Wednesdays between 4 and 8 25lb bag of clay Kiln Firing Use of a variety of surface design glazes The Willard Jacobs Clay Studio at Black Creek Art Center is committed to providing students with an encouraging learning environment that allows individual artistic expression. The studio seeks to explore methods to work with clay and create community in doing so. At this time we are offering beginning courses with the wheel. 

If you are a student wishing to explore a more advanced level of instruction, please contact Black Creek Arts Council, as they will be happy to schedule another class.

http://www.blackcreekarts.org/cms/

116 W. College Ave.
Hartsville, SC 29551
ph: (843) 332-6234

 

January 20:Photography 101 with Aubree Ross

Photography 101 is a class that aims to teach how to use a camera, apply rules of composition to image taking, and enhancing a students skills as a photographer and artist. The class includes lessons in camera terminology, camera functions and parts, and applying a concept or idea to the work created. The class will include group critiques and discussions which will enhance a students artistic language, creative flow, self confidence when conversing with others, and knowledge in photography as an art form.
Five week course includes: The Camera, Composition, Landscape, & Portraiture Class Materials List: bring the following- Digital Camera, DSLR, having manual control settings Camera Manual Tripod Computer and adapter cord $125 per student includes three 5x7 prints & three 8x10 prints. Note: Additional prints will cost extra. 15 yr + Pre-registration required for classes. 
Visit www.blackcreekarts.org for online registration or call our office 843-332-6234. 
Printing You will hand in a selection of photographs a week before the weekly critique. The photographs will be taken to a printing company, where your work will be printed. The imagery will be brought back to the Art Center, where they will be viewed by the class.

Figure Drawing Fridays

Figure Drawing Sessions are the third Friday of the month Jan - May

6-9pm Bring your own drawing or painting materials. $10 per 3 hour session Students age 18+ *Each session will have it's own guide artist and nude to partially nude model January's guide artist- Adrian Rhodes
116 W. College Ave.
Hartsville, SC 29551
ph: (843) 332-6234http://www.blackcreekarts.org

January 5: Still Life Drawing with Adrain Rhodes

Have you ever looked at a drawing and thought, “I wish I could do that!”
Well good news- you can! Learning to draw is a skill that is well within your reach- even if you’ve had trouble with stick figures and straight lines in the past. Learning to draw is really learning to understand what you are seeing. In this class, we will look at how we observe objects in a still life, and practice drawing from observation to strengthen our visual skills. Needed supplies: 18” x 24” sketch pad, set of charcoal pencils, compressed charcoal, kneaded rubber eraser, white vinyl eraser. $150 5 - 20 students No previous experience required 14 years

Black Creek Arts Council

116 W. College Ave.
Hartsville, SC 29551
ph: (843) 332-6234

http://www.blackcreekarts.org

October 27-Decemaber 1

Perspective Drawing Classes

When: Mondays, Oct. 27 - Dec. 1
Time: 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $150 for 6 week session

Black Creek Arts Council

116 West College Avenue

Hartsville, SC 29550

843.332.6234

bartscounc@aol.com

www.blackcreekarts.org

September 30-October 21: Children's Art Classes at Black Creek Arts Council

Hands on Art - ages 10-12
When: Tuesday, September 30- October 21
Time: 4:15 - 5:15
Cost: $55 for all 4 weeks or $15 per session

Hands on Art - ages 7-9When: Tuesday, September 30- October 21
Time: 5:30 - 6:30
Cost: $55 for all 4 weeks or $15 per session

Hands on Art is a creative opportunity for your child to see that anything can become something new. Using mostly recycled items and things from nature we will see these materials from a new perspective and turn them into art!

All materials are included in class price

To register  Black Creek Arts Council at 843.332.6234, 

7th Annual Carolinas Photography Competition and Exhibit June 5th - July 31st

Sponsored by Sonoco and Darlington County Photography Club

Black Creek Arts Council and Hartsville Memorial Library is hosting a photography exhibit from area photographers at both Black Creek Arts Center and Hartsville Memorial Library through July 31

Black Creek Arts Center hours:

Tuesday-Thursday: 10am-1pm & 2-5pm
Fridays: 10am-2pm
Second Saturday of the month: 10am-1pm

Hartsville Memorial Library hours:

Monday-Thursday: 9am-8pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Saturday: 10am-2pm
Sunday: 2-5pm

June 5th: Opening of 'Carolinas' at BCAC

Call to Photographers: The 7th Annual Carolinas Photography Exhibit in Hartsville

The Friends of the Hartsville Memorial Library and Black Creek Arts Center invite you to participate in Carolinas, a  photography exhibit and competition.

This year's categories include:

-Photographers 18 and Under 

-Darlington County Traveler's 

-Carolinas

-Anything Goes

To enter, bring your photo(s) to the Arts Center or the library between May 19 through 30.  

Cost is $15 for one entry, $25 for two entries, and $30 for three entries.

Community opening reception and gallery crawl will be held on June 5 from 5:30- 7:30pm, with works being shown at both Black Creek Arts Council and Hartsville Memorial Library.  Opening events will be sponsored by Sonoco and Darlington County Photography Club.

To find the prospectus and a submission form, click here.

Explore Art, Camp Creative to return to BCAC this Summer!

Black Creek Arts Council will be hosting four weeks of art camp this summer in Hartsville.

Camp Explore Art 
June 16-20, 6 - 9 years of age
Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm
June 23-27, 10 - 12 years of age,
Monday-Friday,  9am-12pm

Camp Creative - Led by Ms. Lovato
July 14-18, 6 - 9 years of age
Monday-Friday, 9am-12pm
July 21-25, 10 - 13 years of age
Monday-Friday,  9am-12pm

Black Creek Arts Council summer camp is a great way for students to spend a week of their summer vacation. The campers will be exposed to various forms of art mediums. 

Cost for the camp will be $75 per child for the week, supply costs included in the fee. 

Call Black Creek Arts Council to reserve your child's spot, 843.332.6234 or use the pay pal link you can find here.

March 27th: Vino's Palette at BCAC

June 5th - 7th: Susan Crouch to lead Watercolor Workshop in Hartsville

Susan Crouch, The Watercolor Journey Workshop in Hartsville

June 5 - 7, 2014

9 am – 4 pm

$300 includes instruction, handouts, and lunch

Level: Beginner with basic watercolor skills / Intermediate

Have you ever found yourself sitting in front of a blank sheet of watercolor paper with reference photo in hand…wondering where to begin? A little preliminary planning can be a good place to start your journey, and in this workshop you’ll learn a step-by-step process for making those important initial design decisions.

Some of the topics we’ll explore include:

• How to identify and develop the concept for your painting
• The benefit of a strong value pattern & creating a value sketch
• Selecting colors for your painting
• Understanding the personality of your paints (watercolor characteristics)

With the planning completed, paint will begin to flow as we use a variety of techniques that best showcase the unique spirit of watercolor. Drawings and reference photos will be provided so that students can paint along with Susan as she demonstrates each step. As an option, students may supply their own reference material and paint the subject of their choice. Each year new demos are created to provide practical experience with various subjects and watercolor techniques.

Susan is a signature member of the Watercolor Society of North Carolina. She teaches workshops and exhibits her paintings at art festivals throughout the Southeast. Susan has created designs for the DaySpring division of Hallmark Cards, and her artwork has been selected for publication in Splash 12: Celebrating Artistic Vision and Splash 14: Light and Color (North Light Books). Susan’s DVD, Painting in Living Color: Carolina Morning is available on her website (www.susancrouch.com) and also from Cheap Joe’s Art Stuff (www.cheapjoes.com).

Call Black Creek 843.332.6234 or use the PayPal button below to register. All reservations are first come first serve; you may be put on a wait list if desired. Workshop fees must be paid in full and submitted by April 18, 2014.

March 8th & 15th: Hartsville Community Players present 'A Taste of Theatre II"

Hartsville Community Players will present "A Taste of the Theatre II" on two consecutive Saturday evenings, March 8 and March 15 at 6 pm. Tickets are $30 per person, and include appetizers, a complimentary glass of wine, a full-course dinner (catered by Bizzell's), and the performance. To be held at the Gallery at Black Creek Arts. Advance ticket sales only. Tickets are available at Burry Bookstore and online at the HCP Website.

Share Your Heart with the Arts at BCAC

February 14th: Share Your Heart With The Arts at BCAC

Black Creek Arts Council is hosting "Share Your Heart With the Arts" our annual Valentine's party. February 14, 2014, at Black Creek Arts Center.  There will be a live and silent auction covering visual arts, performing arts, and culinary arts. We will provide heavy hors d'oeuvers, adult beverages, and live music for your enjoyment.  The funds raised for this event will help Black Creek Arts Council continue to foster the Arts in Darlington County.

Bring your sweetie or bring a group of friends for a wonderful evening.  Call Black Creek Arts for your reservations at 843-332-6234.

TICKET SALES ARE LIMITED!  $40 per person.  This fundraiser will be held on Friday, February 14, 2014, 7:00pm until 10:00pm.

For more information, please call 843.332.6234 or email bartscounc@aol.com.

The Black Creek Arts Center is located at 116 West College Avenue in downtown Hartsville.

January 23rd: Vino's Palette at BCAC

Through January 30th: Kara Gunter's 'Twinning' at BCAC

Kara Gunter's exhibit, Twinning, will be on display at the Black Creek Arts Center in downtown Hartsville through January 30th. Admission is free. The Black Creek Arts Center is located at 116 West College Avenue in downtown Hartsville. For more information about the exhibit and BCAC, click here.

January 23rd: Vino's Palette at BCAC

Call to Artists: Share Your Heart With the Arts

Black Creek Arts Council Share Your Heart With The Arts event will be held at Black Creek Arts Center Friday, Feb. 14^th from 7 pm- 10 pm, tickets are $40 per person.

We are looking for local artisans who will donate a piece of their artwork for our auction.

This is our third year having this event and it is well attended and lots of fun.

The monies we raise help Black Creek Arts Foster the arts in Darlington County.

We are requesting donations in the field of visual arts, culinary arts and performing arts.

If you are interested in making a donation please email bartscounc@aol.com with the name of your piece, it’s value and medium.

If you would like to attend the event you may call Black Creek Arts Center or visit our website to make your reservation.

Thank you for your consideration and continued support.

Allison Pederson

Executive Director

Black Creek Arts Council

843.332.6234

843.332.0500 (fax)

www.blackcreekarts.org