Business of Art Sussex

Ted Petrochko at Ironbound Unbound

2010-09-08T04:10:00.000-07:00

Artist Ted Petrochko will be participating in the Newark Arts Council's annual Open Doors Studio Tour at a new gallery, Ironbound Unbound, at 142 Lafayette Street, corner of New Jersey Railroad Avenue, Newark. The show runs from September 23 through 26. Artists' reception on Thursday the 23rd from 7 PM to 10 PM. Free off-street parking is available for patrons. This is a must for anyone wanting to enjoy fall in New Jersey!

Crochet Pattern Line Launched

2010-01-24T17:26:00.000-08:00

BOAS member Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten has officially launched her new crochet pattern line. It is now available on Patternfish!

These patterns include a prayer shawl, ear warmers, a child's hat, fashion belt, scarf and dish cloths! These patterns can be worked up quickly for yourself or as a quick gift.

A special note about one pattern - Lisa's Prayer Shawl. This shawl was created in honor of Andrea's friend Lisa. She is a five-year breast cancer survivor. For every purchase of Lisa's Prayer Shawl pattern, Andrea will donate $2 to Casting for Recovery.

Andrea met Lisa at a Casting for Recovery retreat where she was a volunteer. This wonderful organization provides free fly fishing retreats forbreast cancer survivors. Andrea and her husband Glenn and have been volunteering with this organization since 2003.

JERSEY FIX - An Addiction to Newark and the Art World

2009-10-09T18:19:00.000-07:00

"Jersey Fix" is an exhibition of 10 artists from and around the Newark and New Jersey Area. The art work on display consists of a variety of pieces on canvas, works on paper and mixed media.

"Jersey Fix" deals with the idea of being addicted to New Jersey and also having an obsession with the Arts. The atmosphere of the exhibition surrounds the viewer with our artists' most inner compulsions to create art.

Artists such as Jack Anderson, Michelle D. Farrera, Amanda LaMarco, Anibal Padilla, & Angela Silleti display works that reveal emotions, thoughts, dreams, and nightmares. Their works try to solve the need to identify as artists, and at the same time express their desire to explain a particular thought.

"Jersey Fix" will be on display as a part of the Newark Arts Council's Open Doors Studio and Gallery Tours. Hosted at 33 Washington Street in Newark NJ, the event will run from October 23- 25, 2009.

Artist Ted Petrochko RUST Series in Montclair

2009-09-30T08:10:00.000-07:00

BOAS member and NJ artist Ted Petrochko will be opening a new show at the BrassWorks Gallery on Grove Street in Montclair. An opening reception will be held Friday, October 2 from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.

Ted's photographs from his RUST series will be on display.

You can view more of Ted's work at his website: http://www.vernonvalleyarts.com.

For more information about the BrassWorks Gallery, call (973) 744-5100.

This show is not to be missed!

Tour of Art in Newton, NJ

2009-09-02T18:54:00.000-07:00

The Third Annual Tour of Art, sponsored by Main Street Newton, Inc., kicks off when merchants all along Spring St play host to area artists working in watercolor, traditional oil, acrylics, photography, fabrics, ceramics and more. This year's Tour of Art includes twice as many merchant venues as last year enabling the event to show the works of more than 30 artists. The artists will be “in Residence” from 5-8pm at the merchant venues where their work is being displayed. Tour of Art provides a unique opportunity to visit with the creators of the art on display during a lovely fall evening filled with music, special events and store specials.

BOAS member Jennie Traill Schaeffer-Goldberg of TrailWorks will be part of this wonderful event!

The Tour of Art will be held September 12 from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. and is a wonderful way to kick off the fall season!

For more information, go to: http://www.traillworks.com.

The Four Seasons in Fiber Arts

2009-05-24T10:49:00.000-07:00

The 2009 International Freeform Exhibit is now available for your viewing pleasure! BOAS member Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten is a participant in the online display.

This year's theme is "the four seasons." A total of 52 artists from around the globe participated this year. The artists were given the choice of creating one or more freeform pieces interpreting the four seasons. Unlike other years, they were not restricted to scrumbles and many of the pieces are wearable art and sculptural as well. None of the artists saw each other's pieces until this online show.

Later this year, a professionally printed book will be available highlighting the entire project and all the artists who participated.

You can check out the online show at the official 2009 Four Seasons Show web site. You will definitely not be disappointed!

Book Launch Day for Renie Garlic

2009-05-04T13:49:00.000-07:00

Today is a BIG Day — it’s Book Launch Day
for my BOAS member Renie Garlick
To Stand Under A Yellow Tree, Imagining.

This story is an invitation to you
from the mudpeople,
personal yet not personalized;
they know you, but not your name, not yet.
(Renie says when you join them the mudpeople give you a new name...!)

They speak to you through
your creative soul and call you to
“Come out and play!”
There will be magics and games,
prizes and surprises and fireworks!
Go to: http://underayellowtree.com

It’s a Story Telling Festival!
And it begins here, now:
To Stand Under A Yellow Tree, Imagining.
Imagine balloons and flags
and ribbons snaking in the winds above a sunny field!
And you! Yes, you, too!
At: http://underayellowtree.com

Pick up the book today and be part of these festivities.
Put on your Artist Party Hat!
Bring your friends and family
and meet us by the river on the muddy banks!
We have saved a place for you there!

Join us at: http://underayellowtree.com/

New Book by Renie Garlick

2009-05-02T16:05:00.001-07:00

BOAS member Renie Garlick has launched her second book, Under A Yellow Tree, Imagining.

Garlick tells captures the travels of Crow with the ancient tribe of nomadic storymakers known as "GenG," or more commonly, the "mudpeople." This is Garlick's first full-length piece.

You can purchase her book by going to http://www.underayellowtree.com. When you make your purchase you will also receive many valuable bonuses!

Jean LeBlanc to Give Poetry Reading at Grist Mil Cafe

2009-04-05T11:28:00.000-07:00

BOAS member Jean LeBlanc will be giving a poetry reading on Tuesday, April 7, at the Grist Mill Cafe in Andover, New Jersey. The reading starts at 7:00; after the reading, thereis an open mic for poets and fiction writers. This event is sponsored by theWriters' Roundtable and the Betty June Silconas Poetry Center, and it is freeand open to everyone. The poems Jean will be reading are a selection of my workinspired by Henry David Thoreau.

To reach the Grist Mill, call 973-786-6400.

Renie Garlick Special Guest Speaker at the Holistic Mentorship Network

2009-02-08T09:46:00.000-08:00

Renie Garlick, Writer and visual artist, will serve as a special guest speaker and introduce the mudpeople in her presentation “Who are the mudpeople and why you should know them.”

The event will be held at the Holistic Mentorship Network, Northwest Chapter on February 27th 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at the Unity Church of Sussex County, 25 Mudcut Road, Lafayette, NJ.

For more information on the Holistic Mentorship Network, please go to: www.holisticmentorshipnetwork.com. For more information on the art of Renie Garlick, check out: www.zhine-studio.com.

Double Exposure at Sussex County Community College

2009-01-16T17:45:00.000-08:00

BOAS member Ted Petrochko will be part of a photography exhibit at the Sussex County Community College from January 30 through February 30. "Double Exposure" will be augmented by poetry inspired by the images. Ted, along with his son Tim, will be exhibiting together for the first time. A reception is scheduled for Friday, January 30 at 6:30 p.m. with a poetry reading at 7:00 p.m. In case of inclement weather, the reception will be reschedculed for February 6.

For additional information contact Jean LeBlanc at 973-300-2260 or jleblanc@sussex.edu.

Kathy Morawski at Sparta Holidy Bazaar

2008-12-10T16:00:00.000-08:00

BOAS member Kathy Morawski will be at the Holiday Bazaar hosted at the Sparta Ambulance Building, 14 Sparta Avenue, Sparta, NJ. Festivities run from 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Other Local Vendors Include:
Chris Aidala........Glass Jewelry
Virginia Duetsch........Mixed Media
Mary Galeos........Knitted Hats
Melissa Italiano........Prada, Coach, Gucci and Chanel Bags
Mary Beth Kohberger........To The Tee Golf Lessons Gift Certificates
Kosson........Japanese Music CDs
T Love........Reiki/Sound Therapy Gift Certificates (Priced for every budget)
Kathy Morawski........Love Rocks Plaques, Geode Heart Pendants, Trail of Painted Ponies Quarter Horses
Francesca Nastasia........Knitted Gifts and Jewelry
Bridget Hayden Peek........Pen and Ink
Dana Salvatore........Cosmetics, Free Demos
Doris Schwint........Watercolor Prints
Wendy Stamer........Watercolor Prints
Linda Trongone........Asian Collectibles and Jewelry
White Oak Center........Massage, Yoga and Hypnosis Gift Certificates

Hot Herbal Tea and Holiday Treats will be served. Come join in the fun!

Open House at Peter's Valley

2008-12-04T18:02:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for something fun to do and get some shopping for the holidays done at the same time, check out the Wearable Art Show at Peter's Valley on Saturday, December 6th. You can enjoy some snacks of the season like hot cider while watching demonstrations from various artisans.

BOAS member Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten will be there giving a spindle spinning demonstration from noon to 4:00 p.m.

Nestled in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, it is a true gem. The Peters Valley Store & Gallery offers hand crafted art and gifts hand crafted by more than 300 American Artisans. The second floor houses the Sally D. Francisco Gallery which features Gallery Exhibitions on a rotating basis. You can always find something unique for someone special or yourself!

Bring the world into a full Bloom

2008-12-03T14:11:00.000-08:00

Fiber Artist Maya Bloom has a very busy December lined up!

You can meet Maya and see her work at the Maplewood 1978 Arts Center December 6,7,13 & 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The center is located at 1978 Springfield Avenue, Maplewood, NJ

Her studio/home show will be on Saturday, December 20 - Monday December 22 at 36 Walnut Avenue, Millburn, NJ.

For more information, you can email Maya directly at mayabloom@yahoo.com.

Check it out!

The Works of Ted Petrochko at D.Marie Home

2008-12-02T17:41:00.000-08:00

The photography and framed pottery pieces, known as "Gothic Windows," will be on display and for sale at D.Marie Home in Caldwell, NJ. There will be an opening reception on Thursday December 4 at 6:00 p.m.

The invitation can be found at: http://www.dmarieho me.com/NovArtEvent.html

D.Marie Home is located at:
351 Bloomfield Avenue
Caldwell, NJ 07006

For more information, please call: 973-228-9600

Ted is a Vernon, NJ-based photographer and potter who has been taking photographs since age 7. To learn more about Ted's work, please click here.

BOAS Member Makes Gallery Debut at The Great Goblet Gala 2008

2008-07-24T13:58:00.000-07:00

The latest show at Peter's Valley, The Great Goblet Gala 2008, opens Saturday, July 26th. BOAS member, Andrea Lyn Van Benschoten, will have her first gallery piece as part of the show.

As a recognizable form, the goblet has for centuries been reproduced in a multitude of media and materials while representing a variety of cultures, religions and social strata.

The Opening Reception will begin at 4:00 p.m. on Saturday at the Sally D. Francisco Gallery atop the Peter's Valley store. George’s wine and Spirits Gallery in Branchville, NJ will present wines during the Opening Reception celebration.

For more information about the show, click here.

RUST: A Photographic Show by Ted Petrochko

2008-06-21T16:09:00.000-07:00

A great new show by Ted Petrochko will begin in mid-July at Jolie Zoe Duex, Gallery of the Arts. The address is: 10 Franklin Place, Rutherford, NJ. The show will run from July 12 - August 30, 2008. Please be advised that the show will not be available for visiting from August 12-25, 2008.

A wine reception will be held on the opening night of the show from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. with must by Leon Muhudinov.

You can find out more by going to Ted Petrochko's website.

Grand Opening: TraillWorks

2008-06-12T18:42:00.000-07:00

TraillWorks is the gallery, art studio, and lesson space of emerging NJ artist, Jennie Traill Schaeffer. She has now relocated TraillWorks from her home to a storefront! You can visit her studio at 135 Spring Street, Newton, NJ 07860. The phone number is 973-383-1307 and her website is http://www.traillworks.com/.

Schaeffer provides lessons as well as creating amazing commissioned works. She is truly an amazing and blessed artist. You are truly urged to visit her location to fully experience her work.

June BOAS Meeting: CANCELLED!

2008-06-09T12:35:00.000-07:00

Due to the excessive heat over the weekend and the expected continuation this week, the BOAS meeting scheduled for Wednesday, June 11th has been canceled.

There will also be NO MEETINGS held in July and August, as the Hilltop Day School does not have air conditioning. We will reconvene in September.

Reminder: Next BOAS Meeting

2008-06-06T09:19:00.001-07:00

Just a quick reminder that the next BOAS meeting will be Wednesday, June 11th at the Hilltop Country Day School Library. The school is located at 32 Lafayette Road, Sparta, NJ. This month we will be discussing general BOAS business. We hope you can join us! This will be our last meeting for the summer. We will reconvene in September.