September events
09/02/2010 Filed in: First Saturday Frederick, Peter Plant, Frank Duval, UUCF, Blanche Ames Gallery, Russell C. Poole
As we slowly get back into a normal routine here’s a short blog post to let you know about all of the things happening in and around Frederick, MD this weekend.
First Saturday Frederick : The theme of September’s events will be Around the World in 15 Blocks where “tourists” can pick up a passport and by having it filled out they become eligible to win a Downtown Frederick Gift Card. A family friendly event, more information and a printable brochure can be found at the Downtown Frederick Partnership website here.
Artist Peter Plant - Photo By Russell C. Poole The Delaplaine Visual Arts and Education Center - Numerous exhibits in their many galleries and the Gardiner Pavillion. Fellow Artist and FCAA member Peter Plant will be among those exhibiting for the month of September. Unfortunately we are unable to list the other exhibits at the site since the DVAEC website appears to be down as we write this. You should try their site later in hope of finding out more.
The Artists Gallery Has two new exhibits opening on First Saturday. Dream or Alive features the paintings of Artist John Lowe and Double Vision features the paintings of James W. Germaux in collaboration with the photographs of his nephew Jon Page. The opening reception is September 4, 2010 from 5 P.M. to 9 P.M. at the gallery.
Artist Frank Duval - Photo by Russell C. Poole The Blanche Ames Gallery located at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Frederick will feature the works of Artist Frank Duval. This is another website that seems to be temporarily unavailable?? The gallery is located at 4880 Elmer Derr Road, Frederick, MD 21703 and is minutes from downtown Frederick, MD. The opening reception for Frank’s exhibit will be held on Sunday September 5, 2010 beginning at 12:30 P.M. A sample of Frank’s previous works can be found here. Stop by and enjoy the wonderful drawings by this talented Artist.
Enjoy the beautiful weather in store for this weekend and have a great time!
First Saturday Frederick : The theme of September’s events will be Around the World in 15 Blocks where “tourists” can pick up a passport and by having it filled out they become eligible to win a Downtown Frederick Gift Card. A family friendly event, more information and a printable brochure can be found at the Downtown Frederick Partnership website here.
Artist Peter Plant - Photo By Russell C. Poole The Artists Gallery Has two new exhibits opening on First Saturday. Dream or Alive features the paintings of Artist John Lowe and Double Vision features the paintings of James W. Germaux in collaboration with the photographs of his nephew Jon Page. The opening reception is September 4, 2010 from 5 P.M. to 9 P.M. at the gallery.
Artist Frank Duval - Photo by Russell C. Poole Enjoy the beautiful weather in store for this weekend and have a great time!
Artists, Barns, and Barnstormer tours
06/18/2010
This weekend features an opportunity to meet five outstanding Frederick County Artists at the “A Colorful Collaborative” exhibit and sale. Featuring works by Artists Liz Holm, Colleen Clapp, Calvin Edward Ramsburg, Jane Byron, and Cristy Stup the event will be held in the renovated Studio / barn at the Byron farm located in a lovely rural setting at 8926 Mt. Tabor Road near Middletown, MD.
Photographs © Russell C. Poole
Each of the five Artists is well known locally for their original and highly colorful works. This event showcases each of them both separately and collectively. The event takes place on Saturday, June 19, 2010 from 11-5 P.M. and on Sunday June 20, 2010 from 12-5 P.M. The Artists will be on hand to discuss their works with visitors.
Saturday, June 19, 2010 features the 2010 Barnstormers Tour promoted by the Frederick County Landmarks Foundation. Featuring seven Frederick County barns along with an 1800s mill, all of historic and architectural interest, the event is a self guided tour and takes place from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Tickets are $15 for adults, children under 16 are free. Tickets and a guide / map to the barns open for the tour may be purchased at the Schifferstadt Architectural Museum located at 1110 Rosemont Avenue or the Tourism Council of Frederick County visitor center located at 19 E. Church Street.