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Posted on February 6th, 2024 by Jennifer Miller
An artist’s reception for nationally known artist, Jon McDonald will be will be held Saturday, Feb. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church. A goodwill offering will be gratefully accepted at the Reception.
McDonald’s large-format oil paintings vividly narrate the tragedy of slavery in America. The artist was raised in Grand Haven and is a GHHS Hall of Fame inductee. In creating his stark and emotionally challenging works, McDonald said his goal was to “set the record straight on slavery and all the things it set into motion…to create a series that deals with slavery from beginning to end.” The retired Kendall College professor and department chair says he attempted to do “something unlike anything else that’s been done” on the subject.
The paintings will be available for viewing in St. John’s Timberlake Hall on the following days:
• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Sunday, February 25: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The exhibit is free and open to the public.
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Posted on February 6th, 2024 by Jennifer Miller
An exhibit of 12 paintings by nationally known artist, Jon McDonald will be displayed at St. John’s Episcopal Church. McDonald’s large-format oil paintings vividly narrate the tragedy of slavery in America. The artist was raised in Grand Haven and is a GHHS Hall of Fame inductee. In creating his stark and emotionally challenging works, McDonald said his goal was to “set the record straight on slavery and all the things it set into motion…to create a series that deals with slavery from beginning to end.” The retired Kendall College professor and department chair says he attempted to do “something unlike anything else that’s been done” on the subject.
The paintings will be available for viewing in St. John’s Timberlake Hall on the following days:
• Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Wednesdays: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.
• Sunday, February 25: 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
The exhibit is free and open to the public. A reception for the artist will be held Saturday, Feb. 24, from 2 to 4 p.m. A goodwill offering will be gratefully accepted at the Reception.
Tags: Art, art exhibit, Artist, Reception
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Posted on January 24th, 2024 by Jennifer Miller
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with an evening of Acrylic Pour Painting for 2.
Participants will learn two basic pour techniques, then each pour (2) 8 x 10 canvases and together pour (1) 20 x 20 Premium Gallery Wrapped canvas. All supplies and instructions are furnished. There will also be light snacks to enjoy and please feel free to bring your favorite beverage to enjoy as you paint. Limited seating of 4 couples. Paintings will not be dry the night of class and can be picked up within a couple of days. Aprons are furnished, however, you may want to wear old clothing. You’ll have fun getting messy together! $70 per couple.
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Posted on May 26th, 2023 by Intern
‘Live! On The Lakeshore’ brings literature, art, and history to life with a series of live demonstrations of visual arts, musical performances, and dramatic storytelling about the lives, events, and heritage of the Tri-Cities area. Locals and visitors of all ages can experience the magical transformation of a live special-effects makeup demonstration, feel transported by a student dance performance, watch the creation in real time of an idyllic West Michigan scene in oils, or hear the tales of the history of the area. These cultural encounters are free for all to enjoy, and fit right into the festive feel of the Grand Haven shoreline in high summer.
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Posted on May 26th, 2023 by Intern
‘Live! On The Lakeshore’ brings literature, art, and history to life with a series of live demonstrations of visual arts, musical performances, and dramatic storytelling about the lives, events, and heritage of the Tri-Cities area. Locals and visitors of all ages can experience the magical transformation of a live special-effects makeup demonstration, feel transported by a student dance performance, watch the creation in real time of an idyllic West Michigan scene in oils, or hear the tales of the history of the area. These cultural encounters are free for all to enjoy, and fit right into the festive feel of the Grand Haven shoreline in high summer.
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Posted on May 26th, 2023 by Intern
‘Live! On The Lakeshore’ brings literature, art, and history to life with a series of live demonstrations of visual arts, musical performances, and dramatic storytelling about the lives, events, and heritage of the Tri-Cities area. Locals and visitors of all ages can experience the magical transformation of a live special-effects makeup demonstration, feel transported by a student dance performance, watch the creation in real time of an idyllic West Michigan scene in oils, or hear the tales of the history of the area. These cultural encounters are free for all to enjoy, and fit right into the festive feel of the Grand Haven shoreline in high summer.
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