Showing posts with label Art Westminster. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Art Westminster. Show all posts

Saturday, March 7, 2009

“Open” Off Track Art studio duty Thursday, March 5, 2009


Off Track Art studio duty: 4 to 7 PM, Thursday, March 5, 2009

“Open”

Kevin Dayhoff

“Off Track Art” is an artists’ collective and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in downtown Westminster, Maryland. We are dedicated to advancing the arts in Westminster as well as the careers, ideas, and artistic visions of its members.

Tentative Gallery Hours are:
Monday through Wednesday 12 - 6:00 pm
Thursday and Friday 12 - 7:00 pm
Saturday 10 - 5:00 pm
Grand Opening is scheduled for Feb. 13th, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Off Track Art
11 Liberty Street – rear
Westminster, MD 21157

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20090305 OTA studio duty OPEN
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Monday, February 23, 2009

Off Track gets on track with local artists By Missie Wilcox

Off Track gets on track with local artists By Missie Wilcox

Westminster Watch By Missie Wilcox Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 02/18/2009

More: Recent Missie Wilcox columns in Explore Carroll

Between winter's gray skies and dark news headlines, the world can seem pretty bleak these days.

However, a trip to Westminster reveals a veritable rainbow emerging in a small building just beyond the train tracks that criss-cross downtown.

Westminster, allow me to introduce you to Off Track Art and a world of color, texture and style.

The gallery is a cooperative of 20 immensely talented local artists who have joined together to bring an amazing array of mixed media and artwork to downtown.

The gallery is located at 11 Liberty St., at the corner of Main Street and Route 27.

As you might guess from its name, the gallery is just beside the train tracks. However, the name also describes the artists being a bit "off center" and eclectic.

The result of these varied styles and talents is a diverse display. From photography and collage to pottery and jewelry, the gallery has it. All work is handcrafted, beautifully finished and proudly displayed.

The gallery opened this past Friday the 13th, but the artists believe the superstitious date has brought them only the good kind of luck. It will be open six days a week, with a cooperative artist member being present at all times the gallery is open.

As a result, shoppers are guaranteed an interaction with an artist whose work is showcased.

"There is something really satisfying about knowing the person that made the object you just purchased," said Gail Elwell, one of the founding artists.

"If visitors stop by every time they come to Westminster, it's conceivable that they could meet a different artist each visit and be treated to a personal tour of that person's artwork," added Melinda Byrd, another local artist whose work is featured in the inaugural display.

The idea for an artist cooperative has been on the minds of several members for years, and the location and right mix of artists combine for a great time to launch the gallery.

"Several of us have wanted to open a gallery for some time," said Pam Zappardino, who serves as an adjunct lecturer in art at McDaniel College and Carroll Community College.

The artwork offered is as varied as the artists who have created it.
All work is original, and most artists are creating works that are exclusive to the gallery.

"The artwork will be that which no one has ever seen from me before," said Byrd.

The objective of the co-op is to sponsor the artwork of its members, and to provide support for the local arts community in Westminster.

"Downtown is a great place, and has the potential to be an even more wonderful destination with the arts as a centerpiece," said Zappardino. "I really hope that Off Track Art can play a part in making downtown Westminster a true arts and entertainment district."

The gallery is also an opportunity for art enthusiasts to "buy local."

"With our current nationwide economic meltdown, we believe there's nothing more important than community support for those who make and do in our neighborhoods," Elwell said.

Editor's Note: Due to an editing error, the print version of this story in the Westminster Eagle of Feb. 18 incorrectly referred to Pam Zappardino's role with Carroll Community College. It is corrected here. The Eagle regrets the error.
Off Track Art

The new Off Track Art Gallery is located at 11 Liberty St., Westminster. The gallery is open six days a week: Monday through Wednesday, noon to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday noon to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artists include:

* Vestal Abbott, photography
* Sarah Abel-DeLuca, painting
* Melinda Byrd, painting and printmaking
* Christina Collins-Smith, photography and digital collage
* Kevin Dayhoff, painting, mixed media, digital collage
* Mary Decker, painting and mixed media
* Gail Elwell, sculpture and mixed media
* Judy Goodyear, jewelry
* Charlotte Laslo, jewelry
* Becki Maurio, photography
* Wasyl Palijczuk, sculpture, painting, drawing and photography
* Howard Riopelle, sculpture
* Cathy Sawdey, drawing
* Bob Sapora, sculpture
* Gordon Wickes, photography
* Vladimir Tzenov, painting and mixed media
* Linda van Hart, mixed media
* Robert Waddell, mixed media
* Susan Williamson, mixed media
* Pamela Zappardino, photography and mixed media

20090218 Off Track gets on track By Wilcox
http://explorecarroll.com/arts/2360/off-track-gets-track-with-local-artists/
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20 Artists contribute to Westminster co-op by Missie Wilcox

20 Artists contribute to Westminster co op by Missie Wilcox

Gallery taps Carroll's eclectic mix - 20 artists contribute to Westminster co-op” By Missie Wilcox

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Posted on www.explorecarroll.com 2/20/09

Carroll County's art scene recently revealed a bright spot in a bleak winter landscape with the opening of Off Track Art Gallery in downtown Westminster.

The gallery is a cooperative of 20 local artists, and is located at 11 Liberty St., at the corner of Main Street and Route 27. It's open six days a week: Monday through Wednesday, noon to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday noon to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

As one might guess from its name, the gallery is just beside the train tracks. However, the name also describes the artists being a bit "off center" and eclectic, with varied styles and talents represented in the diverse display.

During gallery hours, an artist member is present at all times. As a result, shoppers are guaranteed an interaction with an artist whose work is showcased.

"There is something really satisfying about knowing the person that made the object you just purchased," said Gail Elwell, one of the founding artists.

"If visitors stop by every time they come to Westminster, it's conceivable that they could meet a different artist each visit and be treated to a personal tour of that person's artwork," added Melinda Byrd, another local artist whose work is featured in the display.

The artwork offered is as varied as the artists who have created it. All work is original, and most artists are creating works that are exclusive to the gallery.

"The artwork will be that which no one has ever seen from me before," said Byrd.

The objective of the co-op is to sponsor the artwork of its members, and to provide support for the local arts community in Westminster.

"Downtown is a great place, and has the potential to be an even more wonderful destination with the arts as a centerpiece," said Pam Zappardino.

"I really hope that Off Track Art can play a part in making downtown Westminster a true arts and entertainment district," she said.

Off Track Art
Off Track Art Gallery, 11 Liberty St., Westminster, is open Monday through Wednesday, noon to 6 p.m., Thursday and Friday noon to 7 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Artists include:
* Vestal Abbott, photography
* Sarah Abel-DeLuca, painting
* Melinda Byrd, painting, printmaking
* Christina Collins-Smith, photography and digital collage
* Kevin Dayhoff, painting, mixed media, digital collage
* Mary Decker, painting, mixed media
* Gail Elwell, sculpture, mixed media
* Judy Goodyear, jewelry
* Charlotte Laslo, jewelry
* Becki Maurio, photography
* Wasyl Palijczuk, sculpture, painting, drawing, photography
* Howard Riopelle, sculpture
* Cathy Sawdey, drawing
* Bob Sapora, sculpture
* Gordon Wickes, photography
* Vladimir Tzenov, painting, mixed media
* Linda van Hart, mixed media
* Robert Waddell, mixed media
* Susan Williamson, mixed media
* Pamela Zappardino, photography, mixed media

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Gallery taps Carroll's eclectic mix 20 artists contribute to Westminster co-op
By Missie Wilcox Posted on
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/kevindayhoff: Gallery taps Carroll's eclectic mix 20 artists… Westminster co-op - Missie Wilcox www.explorecarroll.com 2/20/09 http://tinyurl.com/c5strn

20090220 20 Artists contribute to Westminster co op by Missie Wilcox

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Tuesday, February 10, 2009

Off Track Art grand opening celebration February 13 2009


Off Track Art grand opening celebration February 13 2009

Join us for the grand opening celebration of Westminster's newest art gallery, Off Track Arts. Off Track Arts is a cooperative of 20 local artists who have joined together to bring the arts to the center of town. Work from each of the 20 member artists will be on display. Light refreshments will be served

Date: Friday, February 13, 2009
Time: 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location: Off Track Art
Street: 11 Liberty St
City/Town: Westminster, MD

Directions and map: http://tinyurl.com/bobm3d

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=11+Liberty+St%2C+Westminster%2C+MD

For more information: http://tinyurl.com/dmxpq2

http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

“Off Track Art” is an artists’ collective and gallery located in the historic Liberty Building at 11 Liberty Street – next to the railroad tracks, off of the Sentinel parking lot at the corner of West Main St and MD 27-Liberty St - in downtown Westminster, Maryland. We are dedicated to advancing the arts in Westminster as well as the careers, ideas, and artistic visions of its members.

Tentative Gallery Hours are:
Monday through Wednesday 12 - 6:00 pm
Thursday and Friday 12 - 7:00 pm
Saturday 10 - 5:00 pm
Grand Opening is scheduled for Feb. 13th, 5:30 to 7:30 pm.

Vestal Abbott; Sarah Abel-DeLuca, http://www.abelartist.com/; Melinda Byrd, http://www.byrdcallstudio.com/; Christina Collins-Smith, http://www.cdcsmith.net/; Kevin Dayhoff, http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/, Mary Decker; Gail Elwell;
Judy Goodyear; Charlotte Laslo; Becki Maurio; Wasyl Palijczuk; Howard Riopelle; Cathy Sawdey; Bob Sapora; Gordon Wickes; Vladimir Tzenov, http://www.v-artstudio.com/; Linda Van Hart, http://www.tollhousestudio.com/; Robert Waddell, Susan Williamson; Pamela Zappardino

Vestal Abbott;
Sarah Abel-DeLuca, http://www.abelartist.com/;
Melinda Byrd, http://www.byrdcallstudio.com/;
Christina Collins-Smith, http://www.cdcsmith.net/;
Kevin Dayhoff, http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/,
Mary Decker;
Gail Elwell
Judy Goodyear;
Charlotte Laslo;
Becki Maurio;
Wasyl Palijczuk;
Howard Riopelle
Cathy Sawdey
Bob Sapora;
Gordon Wickes;
Vladimir Tzenov, http://www.v-artstudio.com/;
Linda van Hart, http://www.tollhousestudio.com/;
Robert Waddell,
Susan Williamson;
Pamela Zappardino

February 6, 2009
Kevin Dayhoff www.kevindayhoff.net http://kevindayhoff.blogspot.com/
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Monday, February 9, 2009

Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art logo


Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art logo colorized.

February 6, 2009

Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art logo colorized.

Melinda is awesome!

20090206 MB color OTA Logo
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Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art sign is ready to hang

Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art sign is ready to hang

February 6, 2009

Related: Off Track Art sign permit Okayed http://tinyurl.com/cea7ct

Art Track Art News and Info http://tinyurl.com/dmxpq2

http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/2009/02/off-track-art-sign-permit-okayed.html

http://kevindayhoffart.blogspot.com/search/label/Art%20Off%20Track%20Art

20090206 Melinda Byrd’s Off Track Art sign is ready to hang

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Monday, January 26, 2009

Christina Collins-Smith bio and contact information

Christina Collins Smith bio and contact information

Original Photography, Digital Painting and Collage by Christina Collins-Smith

cdcsmith bio and contact information

Retrieved January 6, 2009

Christina Collins-Smith is an arts advocate, artist, poet, educator, and cultural events coordinator, who earned her BA and MLA degrees concentrating in Studio Art, Art History, Cross-Cultural Studies, and Writing at McDaniel College in Westminster, Maryland.

She is currently an adjunct faculty member of the Division of Fine and Performing Arts at Carroll Community College, serves on the Boards of Directors of Carroll Media Communications, and The Cumberland Cultural Foundation - C. William Gilchrist Museum of the Arts, is the co-founder of Common Ground on the Hill's Roots Music & Arts Festival (now retired from that Board as a Director Emeritus), and is the Founding Director of OneTree Productions.

Christina can be reached by email at cdcsmith AT gmail.com, or by snail mail at P.O. Box 216, Cumberland, MD 21501.

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This site is designed and managed by cdcsmith/OneTree Productions ©2006-2008 cdcsmith - All rights reserved. Email: cdcsmith AT gmail.com

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Friday, April 11, 2008

20080410 Meet Westminster Maryland Artist Sarah Abel DeLuca

Friday, April 11, 2008


Meet Westminster Maryland Artist Sarah Abel DeLuca

The other day over at Gizmos I met another Westminster, Maryland artist, Sarah Abel DeLuca. She has a web site here: http://www.abelartist.com/

Check it out.

Related:

Art in Carroll County

Art in Carroll County - Gizmos

03/26/2008

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Kevin Dayhoff writes from Westminster Maryland USA.

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