Morehead Art Guild, Inc.
c/o Pine Grove Framing & Gallery   314 Bridge Ave.  Morehead, Ky 40351  (606) 784-6238 

February 2010

Morehead Art Guild Newsletter  
MAGI 2009 SHOW 
 November 13-14, 2009 Results

Welcome to MAGI!
Mission:   
Promoting visual arts in Eastern Kentucky through an annual arts exhibition and art education programs designed to develop artistic talent and appreciation in the schools and community; and working in conjunction with other groups to establish Morehead as an arts and cultural center for Eastern Kentucky.

CURRENT MEMBERS
Shirley Alfrey
Rhonda Bailey
Lois Barber
Christine Barker

Linda F. Blumer
Amanda Brantly
Suanne
Bushong
Helen Chadwell
Rosemary Curtis
Gretta Duncan
Irene Elam
Shirley Gish
Karen Glancy
Ron Goodwin
Isaac Gosselin
Priscilla Gotsick
Debbie Griffin
Sandra Gullett
Charlotte Hall
Steven Hayes
Tina Hixson
Don Johnson
DJ Lemley-Jordan
Stephanie Lykins
Kathleen Macht
Kelsey McMichael
Jerry Mifflin
Helen Pennington
Tera Rawlings
Barbara Ritchey
Robert M. Rollins
Anita Rummage
Brenda Salyers
Elsa Salyers
Kay Schafer
CharletteSchwalbert
Lisa C. Sergent
Homer L. Skeens
Mildred Stanley
Bob Stapleton
Mary Stewart
Dick Weir
Sandra Wilson
     All of us get busy with everyday life, but it’s important to stop and capture the roses along the way. 
    No matter what your medium; oil, watercolor, photography, crafts...You help us to continue by supporting the guild with your dues. 
    We try to have varied programs that would interest you each month and provide opportunities to show and sell your work throughout the year.
     Your dues not only provide you with a monthly newsletter, we also try to keep you updated on the areas art related activities. 
    Won’t you consider joining us now.... We are just a group of artists helping artists. (MAGI needs you to help.)
     Won’t you consider paying your dues today.... 


Mail $15 to: MAGI 
          314 Bridge Ave 
          Morehead, Ky 40351
Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.                    Picazzo

Questions and Answers about the 
Morehead Art Guild

WHAT IS THE MOREHEAD ART GUILD?
The Guild is a group of men and women from Morehead Kentucky and the surrounding area who enjoy painting, drawing, photography and other forms of artistic activity and who want to encourage and enjoy art in this region. It is a non-profit organization which has been in operation for over two decades.

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WHAT ARE THE ACTIVITIES OF THE MOREHEAD ART GUILD?  
Guild activities include art exhibits, programs, meeting, painting workshops and social activities. Members of the Guild have opportunities to sell or display their artwork. Guest artists are often invited to demonstrate their painting techniques.

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Who is eligible to join the Morehead Art Guild?
The Guild welcomes any resident of the Morehead, Rowan County of the surrounding areas. You do not have to be an artist to join, you can just be someone who enjoys art. Annual dues are $15.00 and are used to support the Guild’s many art activities.

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I have no experience in painting or drawing. Will I be lost at Guild Activities?
No. Many members join as beginners and the Guild has helped them enhance their skills. If you already paint or draw, membership in the Guild will give you the opportunity to learn new techniques, expand your skills and share with others.

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I want to join. How may I receive more information?
Address your correspondence to the Morehead Art Guild 314 Bridge Ave, Morehead, Ky 40351. Be sure to include an address and phone number where you can be reached. A member of the Guild will contact you to answer your questions or give you information about the next meeting. If you wish, you may phone the home of the Morehead Art Guild, Pine Grove Gallery (606) 784-6238 or stop by.

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I have no experience in painting or drawing. Will I be lost at Guild Activities?
No. Many members join as beginners and the Guild has helped them enhance their skills. If you already paint or draw, membership in the Guild will give you the opportunity to learn new techniques, expand your skills and share with others.

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  • What Kinds of speakers and programs will I find at Art Guild Events?

Many of our speakers are people who enjoy giving live demonstrations of painting techniques or drawing. They vary as to subject, style and media. Past speakers have included artist of local, regional and national note.

  • When and where does the Guild meet?

The usual meeting time is on the first Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Pine Grove Gallery on 314 Bridge Ave in Morehead, KY.

The meeting time and place are on some rare occasions changed (on holidays, for example), so it would be wise to telephone for confirmation of the date and place.

  • What is the annual exhibit which I’ve heard mentioned?

Each year the Guild invites other art groups and individual artists to come to Morehead for a competitive exhibit. Ribbons and cash prizes are awarded to winning artists at the show. It is an excellent opportunity for artists to exchange ideas, socialize and see good art. The exhibit is open to the public.

  • I would like to buy a Guild painting for my office. 
    Where can I see the work of guild Artists?

The work of Art Guild Members is available at Pine Grove Gallery and a number of local businesses. Purchases may also be made at the Guild’s annual exhibit.

Morehead Art Guild, Inc.
314 Bridge Ave
Morehead, KY  40351
Phone: (606) 784-6238
Fax: (606) 784-6238
Email: magi@pinegroveart.com
URL: http://www.pinegroveart.com

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