Read all the way to the bottom- Lots of news for this week!

Grand Opening:
All the months of planning and building, my new studio is now ready to open for classes, students and visitors.  The Grand Opening and ribbon cutting is 2:00 PM January 20, Friday, by the Mayor Phil Decker of Martinsville, I invite all my friends at SALI to join in the celebration and come tour my new studio. 
 
 The Address is 190 East Morgan Street, Martinsville.  The Name of my new studio is THE ART PLACE. I look forward to seeing you. If you can't make it then, we will be staying open till 8:00 PM on this special occasion. Normal hours are 11-7 PM Tuesday thru Saturday. 
 
 See you there!
 
Gretchen
 
From John Spurr:
I have posted 2 albums to my website. Lisa's 2011 Student Show II and the New Gallery Display, "Red" Opening Night. You can see them at the below link, just click the one that you want to view. Lisa's has a lot of pics.
These are both click able to speed ahead.

http://indydigital.accountsupport.com/sali_southside_art_league_event.htm

Every Wednesday!
Paint from a still life in the Pumphouse every Wednesday 1pm - 4 pm.  Its cold outside but the weather is fine inside!  Bring some things to build your still life with, a cloth for draping and a spotlight or clip light.  All mediums welcome.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: 
Quarterly meeting, pitch-in and demonstration by Matthew Sheek.  Bring a lunch item to share.  Table ware and drinks provided.
February 11, 2012- Saturday 11 am
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"Like" Matthew's Shadowcatcher Facebook page:  (1) Shadowcatcher

LadiesTea, Fashion Show, Premiere Jewelry Party
   Saturday January 28th
          2-4:30 pm
at SPECTRUM FLOORING 
    500 N.Meridian St.
    Greenwood IN 46143
 
be the first to see the new Jan. Catalog. Prices from $8.00 -$98.00
Door Prizes, Tea and desserts. Bring a guest- get a gift.  please R.S.V.P. for the refreshments.
Also see Fine Art Paintings  for sale ,and beautiful furniture by Bonjo.
An Event not to be missed!
hostess- Patty Coulter of Spectrum Flooring and a member of SALI.
see you there.



Wine and Canvas Workshop
Sally Hedges has moved her studio to 2655 Burton lane in Martinsville and they are offering unique gifts, art lessons, fine art and ready made frames. They have wine and canvas workshops also.  The next workshop is Feb 11 at 5 pm.  The class fee is $35.00 included all supplies,  wine tasting and wine pairings with each wine. Class is nearly full!  Call Sarah Hedges to reserve your spot- 765-792-0328!

Call for Entries:  Art Sanctuary Upcoming Shows

"Festival of Flowers" in February and "Variations on a Theme" in April  Please go to www.artsanctuaryindiana.com for details or send questions to artsanctuaryindiana@gmail.com

Visual: Greater Greenwood Arts Council Seeks Entries for Art on the Trailways

The Greater Greenwood Arts Council in partnership with the Greenwood Parks and Recreation department are proud to announce the inaugural temporary installation of sculptures along Polk Hill Trail in Greenwood, IN. Deadline is February 15th, 2012 (11 p.m. EST). During the 2-year time period, the artwork will be viewed more than 7 million times by vehicular traffic, trail use, and nearby community events. An award of $3,000 is available for each sculpture selected. Digital submissions via YouSendIt dropbox of already completed and available artwork will be accepted. Please see open call document here for complete information. Franciscan St. Francis Health is the primary sponsor with additional support from the Johnson County Community Foundation. Questions can be emailed to publicart@greenwoodarts.org


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