News

Yong Sook Kim-Lambert will have a solo exhibition
at Gallery Locality,142 East Pitt Street, Bedford, PA 15522
through June 1. www.localityart.com

New member Debbie Peterson's Abstract painting exhibit
runs through Monday, May 20 at the National Penn Bank
(formerly The Nittany Bank) by the Nittany Mall at 2541
East College Ave, State College. Inquires at jdlkbp5@aol.com

Water Ways- Paintings by Alice Kelsey and
Jeanne McKinney
At the Bellefonte Art Museum. About forty oil and
pastel paintings will be in the exhibit (a portion of
proceeds from artwork sales during the reception
to benefit Clearwater Conservancy).

Through July 28, 2013

Exhibit hours: Friday - Sunday, 1 - 4:30 pm

For the Love of Trees
The public is invited to a First Sunday Public Reception
Sunday, May 5, 1:00-4:30. The Bellefonte Art Museum for
Centre County, the Community Gallery/Upstairs.
Nature has been a major source of inspiration for Sylvia Apple
whose quilted hangings reflects her love of trees, water and the
creatures that inhabit the woods. Jim Mikkelsen also has a deep
love for trees and seeks to uncover the inherent beauty in the
wood he sculpts into beautiful organic shapes. The
complementary work of these two artists is combined in a moving harmonious exhibit.
Museum hours: Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00-4:30 and by appointment. 133 North Allegheny
Street, Bellefonte, PA 16823. Web: http://www.bellefontemuseum.org.

                                                          Spirit and Substance Exhibit
            Sculptor Jim Bright and painter Joanne Landis will present works at the Station
             Gallery in Lock Haven through May 18.

Joseph Beddall will have an exhibit featuring installations
and works in mixed media at ion, 209 W. Calder Way
in State College, www.ionmodern.com

The Betsy Rodgers Allen Gallery in Schlow Centre Region Library will hold its 4th Annual Juried
Exhibition, July 1- 30. New this year: All artists who reside in Centre County (or within 30 miles of
State College, PA) are welcome to apply. Art should have been completed between 2008 and 2013. .
The opening event will be July 11, the first night of Arts Fest. The entry form is now posted to the
Library's website. Entries will be accepted until 9 pm, June 3.

Green Drake Plein Air Paint-Out
Painting dates: Thursday - Saturday, June 6-8. Wet Paint Show/Sale: Saturday, June 8 4-8 pm
The Paint-Out is open to all artists and is limited to the first 25 registrations. There is a registration
fee of $25 and prizes will be awarded Saturday afternoon. Full information and registration form
at http://greendrakeart.com.

                    `Pennsylvania Watercolor Society International Juried Exhibition
    The Pennsylvania Watercolor Society has announced their 34th International Juried Exhibition
to be held from October 5, 2013 through November 15, 2013, in the Crary Art Gallery, Warren, PA.
    The opening Reception will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2013, from 1 to 5 pm, with the Awards
Ceremony taking place at 3 pm Over $10,000 in Cash and Merchandise Awards will be available
to fine artists from across the nation and around the world.
Entry deadline is May 25. To enter the competition, either download the Prospectus directly from
their website at www.pawcs.com or contact John W. Walker, Exhibition Chair, at 4077 Bowser Rd.,
New Freedom, PA 17349 (717-235-5310) (pwsjuriedshow@gmail.com) with a SASE.
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                                     Exhibit Space at Elk Creek Café & Aleworks
         Sarah Berndt is handling installation of wall art at the Elk Creek Café and Aleworks
   in Millheim, Pennsylvania. Sarah advises that this is an upscale venue,serving excellent
   food and produced-on-premise beer. Over 75 feet of wall space is available for artwork
.        Shows run four to six weeks, and sale of work is encouraged Interested artists should
   contact Sarah Berndt for details. Phone 349-5167; email Orchidlady360@aol.com; or
   mail to PO Box 36 Rebersburg, Pa. 16872.

                                                            Abe's Cafe
    Abe's Café, a new upscale restaurant on Route 655 in Belleville, is interested in a
rotating show of artists work. The shows are one month in length and include an opening
  with live music. For more information contact Julie Babiak ( 717 935 2237).

Nittany Bank
Greg Korn, Manager of the Nittany Bank on East College Avenue, State College,
has invited the Art Alliance to display rotating shows of artwork in his bank's lobby
. There is space for ten to twelve two-dimensional pieces. The lighting is good and
permission has been given to drive nails into the wall for hanging. Plans are to probably
feature two artists in each exhibit. If you are interested in having your work considered
for one of these Nittany Bank shows, please contact the Art Alliance office, (814) 234-
2740 or info@artalliancepa.org.

                                             Schlow Centre Region Library
     Schlow Centre Region Library is looking for artists wishing to display their work in
the Schlow Library Gallery. Located on the first floor of the library, the Gallery enriches
the aesthetic environment of the Library and community while promoting local artists
with monthly or bi-monthly displays.
    The application process includes submitting a form, 2-3 slides with dimensions or a
sample packet, and a one page description of the artist and his/her work. Upon
receipt, the Gallery Committee will review the application and respond as quickly as
possible
    .For more information or to submit an application for consideration, please contact
the library at 814-237-6236 x212 or visit the website at www.schlowlibrary.org. .

Cafe Lemont
Cafe Lemont, a new coffee shop, has opened at the intersection of Pike and Elmwood in
Lemont. They feature an artist each month in their gallery seating room. Jodi McWhirter and
Michael Beck, the co-owners, are both Art Alliance members. .If you are interested in
showing your work, contact Jodi at 880-1848 or cafelemont@gmail.com Their website is
www.cafelemont.net.