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Reception Night this Saturday, Oct. 7th for “SIZE Matters”

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‘SIZE Matters’

The current exhibit at the WomanKraft Art Center, located downtown at
388 S.  Stone Avenue. 

An Evening Reception will be held this 

Saturday, October 7th,
7:00 – 10:00 pm

 

Size Recept!

During the reception on October 7th, a very special guest will be adding dimension to the atmosphere with music playing from a classic victrola!

Bingo Night in the gallery, ‘SIZE MATTERS’ Current Exhibit update, and a brand spankin’ new CALL TO ARTISTS

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Bingo Night in the Gallery!

Join us for an evening of BINGO fun in the beautiful gallery!
Entry is $5 General public, $3 WomanKraft members

Friday, September 29th,
7:00 – 9:00 pm

FALL is HERE and it’s BINGO TIME!

  • With your entry price you get your 1st Bingo card.
    Additional cards are $1 each!
  • We will be playing multiple rounds of bingo with multiple winners.
    Prizes include plants, art, delicious homemade treats… and more!
  • Come try your luck, in a relaxed, fun and art-filled atmosphere.
  • Enjoy an evening where you can help support your favorite non-profit!
  • Refreshments will be served.

 

 

 

‘SIZE Matters’

The current exhibit is open every Wednesday – Saturday
1-5 PM  Upcoming Reception Saturday, October 7, 7-10 PM
(above: Oil and Water Postcards by Kristen Gautier-Downes)

 

 

During the reception for the current exhibit, ‘SIZE Matters’ on October 7th from 7-10 PM, a very special guest, James Aspromatis, will be indulging our ears and adding dimension to the atmosphere with music from a classic victrola!

 

 

And also, a HUGE SIDE NOTE, WomanKraft has a brand new CALL TO ARTISTS OUT for local Tucson artists!!

WomanKraft Art Center currently has a CALL TO ARTISTS for the upcoming exhibit, ‘The Holiday Bazaar’,
Show runs November 4 – December 20th, 2017.

*We are seeking a variety of fine crafts and art that reflect the diversity of these holidays. All work on display must retail from $1- $100. All mediums accepted. In the spirit of gift giving and sharing, we want an opportunity for locals and visitors alike to purchase original, unique work by local individuals for their seasonal gift giving desires and indulgences, at an affordable rate. Therefore, all work on display must retail between $1 and $100. All subject matter and mediums will be accepted.

WHEN: Deadline for submissions: October 21, 2017.
WHERE: WomanKraft Art Center, 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, Arizona 85701.
WHAT: Call to Artists for “The Holiday Bazaar” upcoming exhibit, featuring all original artwork for $100 or less
CONTACT: Please call (520) 629-9976 ext. 3 to schedule appointments with Director of Exhibits, Zoe Rhyne. PLEASE NOTE: October 21st will be the LAST day to make contact, and shows are filled by first to respond. Hence, get in touch, ASAP..

‘SIZE Matters’ Current Exhibit at the WomanKraft Gallery

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An all new exhibit is open to the public at the WomanKraft Art Center!

SIZE MATTERS
SECOND RECEPTION CELEBRATION SATURDAY, OCTOBER, 7th from 7-10 PM.

Exhibit: September 2 – October 28, 2017

Receptions: September 2 and October 7, 2017.
388 S. Stone Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701

This show is going to focus on, you guessed it, size! Subject and medium are up to the artist, including large / BIG works! As well as teeny tiny pieces! Close-ups, perspective, miniatures, life-size, we’re taking a closer look at the bigger picture. What do we mean by size? You’ll have to come see to believe…

 

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Pussy Stacks in Graduating Sizes by Tony Di Angelis. Check out this adorable video of new work created for this exhibit, here.

Poetry Night @ WomanKraft this Saturday April 22, 7-9pm in honor of Lusia Slomkowska

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Join WomanKraft this Saturday April 22 for an evening of poetry in honor of

Lusia Slomkowska: a Publication Party

Readings from Lusia’s recently published poetry collection will be featured, and the books from Tucson’s own Kore Press will be available.

WomanKraft is pleased to hold a gathering for
Lusia Slomkowska this Saturday

  • Poetry by Lusia Slomkowska, published by Kore Press, will be introduced with a reading and reception at the WomanKraft Art Center.
  • 388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, Arizona 85701
  • Saturday, April 22nd from 7-9 PM.

Lusia, a well-published poet and writer participated at WomanKraft over the years in collaborations with Linn Lane, and as a facilitator for Glob-All: Young Polish Women Photographers in 2004.

Her writing has been awarded the Poetry Atlanta Award, Writers at Work Poetry Fellowship, Bennington Writers Workshop poetry prize and the Lucille Sandberg Haiku Award.
Lusia’s close friend Sat Bir Kaur Khalsa will be a featured reader. Sat Bir holds an honors degree in English from UA and a masters in Women’s Studies. She is co-founder of the Culture of Peace Alliance (COPA)

The Castle Voice Newsletter is here!

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It’s here! This Newsletter, lovingly referred to as The Castle Voice is your complete guide to upcoming WomanKraft Events, workshops and exhibits. This issue is good through the months of May – August, 2017. Enjoy!

 

WomanKraft presents an all new exhibit, ‘DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE’

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‘DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE’

WomanKraft Art Center, is proud to present a very special tradition,

our 25th annual Women’s Only Exhibit,
‘DRAWING DOWN THE MUSE’
April 1st – May 27th, 2017 This is our 25th annual women’s only exhibit by and for local women artists. Join us in the celebration of our divine feminine power. All mediums and subject matter.Opening Reception: Saturday,April 1st, 7-10 PM
Gallery Hours: Wednesday – Saturday 1:00-5:00 PM, Free.
Second Reception: Saturday, May 6th, 7-10 PM.

WomanKraft Art Center. 388 S. Stone Avenue 629-9976 womankraft.org Free!
WomanKraft  is proud to present ‘Drawing Down the Muse’.  This show includes all mediums, unrestricted in subject matter, and promotes the talented women of our community.
Join us in celebrating this tradition and our divine feminine power.
“Drawing Down the Muse”  is free of charge, and open to the public.
Come and visit during regular hours: every Wednesday – Saturday from 1:00 – 5:00 PM.

Everyone is welcome.

'Kickin' Back Tonight?' Needle Felted Goddess by Zoe Rhyne

The Gallery is located at 388 S. Stone Avenue Tucson, AZ 85701
just 4 blocks South of Broadway Blvd and Stone Avenue or “city center”.

CALL TO ARTISTS

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WomanKraft is currently seeking Tucson local artists for the upcoming exhibit, ‘Drawing Down the Muse’

 CALL TO ARTISTS: This is the 25th annual women’s only exhibit by and for local women artists. Come and join us in the celebration of our divine feminine power. All mediums and subject matter accepted.

Deadline for submissions: March 25th.

Are you an artist interested in exhibiting? Call (520) 629-9976 Ext. 3 for appointments with Director of Exhibits Zoe Rhyne. Artists please note: Shows are filled from first to respond. Deadlines indicate the last day work will be viewed, not the first. Hence, make contact A.S.A.P.

‘Flights of Fantasy’ ongoing exhibition through March, plus RECEPTION NIGHT AND KARAOKE!!

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IT’S FANTASY LAND AT WOMANKRAFT!

Please join us at the WomanKraft Gallery Saturday, March 4th, from 7:00 – 10:00 PM, at 388 S. Stone Avenue!

FANTASY will take place of reality; mythological beings, fairies and mermaids… all are encouraged to attend this event.
So come dressed in something frothy and artists, don’t forget your creative name tags!

*Here is Director of Exhibits, Zoe Rhyne, showing off her newest fiber creation- A crocheted mermaid blanket!!

This event is one for the ages…

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THEN, COME BACK THE FOLLOWING WEEKEND FOR KAROKE NIGHT LIVE AT THE GALLERY!

WomanKraft Art Center
388 S. Stone Ave. Tucson, AZ
presents
KARAOKE NIGHT IN THE GALLERY!
Friday, March 10th, 7-10 PM

Live! Come on down from 7-10 PM March 10th for KARAOKE NIGHT with KJ Terri Mcguire for a night of musical good cheer and beautiful art!

Tickets:$5 General Public
$3 WomanKraft Members
All Ages Welcome

The Castle Voice Newsletter IS HERE!!!

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THE CASTLE VOICE NEWSLETTER IS HERE! 
The 51st Edition of The Castle Voice Newsletter is now available! This informative booklet includes all upcoming information, classes, workshops, exhibits and events for the months of January, February, March and April 2017 at the WomanKraft Art Center.

Just click on the cover image above, or right here to download your very own copy!!

An evening exhibit celebration THIS weekend, October 1st @ WomanKraft. ‘Water, Water Everywhere’

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YOU ARE INVITED! 
Come this very SATURDAY NIGHT to the WomanKraft Art Center, located at
388 South Stone Avenue (Just 4 blocks South of Broadway Blvd.) for
the evening reception celebration of
‘WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE’ which will be from 7:00 – 10:00 PM.

 

Join WomanKraft (388 S. Stone Avenue) this weekend, SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1ST from 7-10 PM for an evening celebration and opening reception for our newest exhibit, WATER, WATER EVERYWHERE. This show focuses on, you guessed it, wet things, water, puddles, rain and more all in a huge variety of media by local artists.

YOU ARE INVITED! Come SATURDAY NIGHT to Womankraft, 388 South Stone Avenue 7-10 PM to enjoy this exhibit. Artists are encouraged to wear festive name tags, and everyone is invited! This is a free event!!

Sneak a little peek of some of the amazing work on display during this show by clicking here,
or heading over to our Gallery page. Enjoy!