Visual Art League of Lewisville

Lakeside Arts Foundation unveiled a months-long original project, the recently completed “Thank You, Veterans” quilt at the American Heroes event on Saturday, November 12 at Five Star Complex, in The Colony.

This modern approach to a traditional art form was designed, produced, and funded by Lakeside Arts Foundation and pieced and quilted by Dizzy Busy Bees quilt club and Canyon Oaks quilt studio to honor veterans and active military for their service to our country. The project started on Veterans’ Day 2010 where 100 fabric squares were decorated with permanent markers by children and youth from The Colony and surrounding area during the American Heroes celebration last year. Afterwards, more than a dozen volunteers worked for several months on piecing together and quilting the Thank You quilt.

The designer of the project, Lakeside Arts Foundation president, Christi Martin said, “This beautiful project is a loving tribute to those who serve our country. We are grateful to all who contributed to this collaborative work of art and we hope the community will enjoy it take a moment to be grateful for our troops!” For more information on Lakeside Arts Foundation see www.lakesidearts.org.

Project Team

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There are many wonderful things the VAL members have made happen while moving at a hectic pace. Thanks to each and everyone who have been flexible during the transitioning. There is more to come to get us through this year and positioned for a creative and active new year. Again each member is asked to search themselves and determine where you want to blend and share your talents to carry VAL forward to a new and brighter future.

“To send light into the darkness of men’s hearts – such is the duty of the artist.”
— Schumann

Wishing WandARTful things for you and yours!

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A special thanks to VAL’s On the Move people, who made the commitment to make Saturday, November 19, 2011 a huge success.

There were multiple opportunities including the physical Move from the old location to the new location, ATC Workshop, Strike of the On the Move show, Intake of the Toyland show and Painting Relocation.

1. Addye Fowler
2. Sherry Reynolds
3. Valery Corwin
4. Tim Corwin
5. Tommy Smith
6. Murthy Mantha
7. Wanda Grice
8. Barbara Barnett
9. Chuck Hendrickson
10. Paula Haynes
11. Cathy Powers
12. Kathleen Womack
13. Christi Martin
14. Dulce Ruque
15. Jackie Haugen
16. Allan Haugen

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November 30, 2011

4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Drop off for Toyland Exhibit is tomorrow. Wednesday, November 30, 2011. 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. MCL Grand, Classroom C. The theme of this show is: Art with a toy theme, Trucks, Dolls, Planes, Kites., etc.

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VAL schedule of exhibits, meetings and opening receptions.

Exhibitions

VAL / MCL Grand Holiday at the Hall.
From Dec 1 to Dec 3. Santa’s Wonderland, MCL Grand Gallery. This will be a collaboration where VAL and the MCL will decorate for a one day affair.

Toyland Exhibit
From Dec 1 to Jan 7 at the MCL Grand North Corridor. Art with a toy theme, trucks, dolls, planes, kites, etc.

Plein Air Exhibit
From Jan 7 to Feb 18 at the MCL Grand Art Gallery. Please see upcoming workshops and collaborative projects for more information on this exciting show.

Holiday Party

Celebrate the Holidays with VAL!
On Tuesday, December 13 at 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Classroom 3 at MCL Grand. Bring a small gift and snack for sharing and celebrating with other VAL artists. Original Art Creations and art supplies are usually fun gifts.

VAL Monthly Board Meetings

Board meetings have moved to the first Tuesday of every month at the MCL Grand, Classroom 3.

VAL Monthly Member Meetings

Member Meetings have moved to the second Tuesday of every month at the MCL Grand, Classroom 3.

Acoustic Fridays (AF)

Every Friday, from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.
Acoustic Fridays is an acoustic music jam and song circle at the MCL Grand.

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