Virtual Reception for Winter Members’ Show – The Marion Art Center will host a virtual reception for its first show of the 2022 season, the Winter Members’ Show. The in-person reception was postponed and rescheduled as a virtual event in light of the recent surge in regional COVID cases. Anyone is invited to attend the virtual event, scheduled on Friday, January 14 from 5:00 – 6:00 pm via Zoom. Guests may register in advance to receive the Zoom link prior to the event at marionartcenter.org/events. During the reception, viewers will tour the galleries virtually, followed by a group discussion. Guests will have the opportunity to ask questions or speak to artists who attend the virtual event.
Guests can still visit the MAC galleries to view the exhibit in person. Regular gallery hours are Thurs – Sat 10 am – 2 pm, or visit other days and times by calling ahead during office hours, Tue – Fri, 10 am – 5 pm. Masks are required while visiting the Marion Art Center.
New Mending Workshop in February – The Marion Art Center will offer a new one-day workshop, Visible Mending with Sashiko with Instructor Crickett Warner, on Saturday, February 12 from 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Join the renewed trend of repairing your clothing with beautiful traditional Japanese mending techniques and patterns. First recorded in Japan in the 16th century, peasants repaired worn-out clothing using scraps and layering to make material stronger. Local patterns identified people from different regions. Using thread and needles specifically made for Sashiko stitching, most students will complete one patch during the workshop, and some may finish up the last bits at home. Patterns and directions will be provided. Some denim jeans will be available to practice on, but it’s best for students to bring their own (holes not required) so the masterpieces can be worn! The cost for the three-hour workshop is $60 for MAC members and $65 for nonmembers, plus a $10 materials fee per student. Registration is open now online. More information including a list of provided materials can be found at marionartcenter.org/adult-classes.