The Marion Art Center announces its first exhibit of the 2021 season: The Annual Winter Members’ Show. Any current MAC member is invited to enter up to two pieces for exhibition. All art must be original, of the artist’s own design and creation, and prepared for installation. Show dates are January 15 – February 24. Drop-off dates for artwork are scheduled on Friday, January 8, and Saturday, January 9. Members must schedule an appointment for drop-off. Head to marionartcenter.org/on-exhibit to download the contract, submit your entries, and request an appointment through the new, easy-to-use online form. Alternatively, members can email info@marionartcenter.org with “Winter Members’ Show” in the subject line.
January Classes at the MAC: Registration is now open at the Marion Art Center for 2021 watercolor courses for adults. Instructor Jay Ryan will teach two 8-week courses: Beginning-Continuing Watercolor, and Continuing-Advanced Watercolor Painting, starting on Thursday, January 7 and Friday, January 8, respectively. Each class will run 10:00 am – 12:00 pm, and the Friday course has a new drop-in option for just $30 a day! Each full 8-week course is $195 for MAC members and $220 for non-members. Class size is limited to five students, and anyone inside the MAC must wear a mask. Drop-in availability is subject to change each week. A new session of virtual Botanical Drawing with Catherine Carter will be added within the coming weeks. To find out more or to register online, visit marionartcenter.org/adult-classes.
January ArtTalk at the MAC: The next ArtTalk at the Virtual MAC has been scheduled on Thursday, January 2, from 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (via Zoom). ArtTalk at the MAC is an informal group discussion about art (no knowledge of art or art history required). The group meets monthly to review two artists, pre-selected by a host. Participants are invited to make their own refreshments to enjoy during the discussion. To register, email info@marionartcenter.org with “ArtTalk at the MAC” in the subject line. Include your name and phone number. The artworks and meeting link will be sent to the email address provided a few days prior to the event. Find out more at marionartcenter.org/virtual-mac.