COMFORT ZONE MIXED MEDIA EXHIBITION AT KIFA
November 12, 2024 – The framing is finished inside the Clay Arts Center for the Kiln Room and the Bathroom.
Photos by Rebecca Placek and Dan Wheatley
Copyright © 2024 Kent Island Federation of Arts, All rights reserved.
Thank you to all participating artists in the Comfort Zone: Mixed Media Exhibition!
November 16, 2024 was the Reception for Comfort Zone Mixed Media Exhibition at Kent Island Federation of Arts (KIFA). The Show Judge was Jackie Jablecki, art teacher at Centreville Middle School, who was enthusiastic in talking about the winning pieces. Forty-five people attended the reception. Forty pieces are in this show featuring wet and dry media art, assemblage, jewelry, collage, and altered book art.
As an added attraction, John Conley’s book signing for, Annapolis (Past and Present), was held during the reception. His new book, personally autographed, is $25 at KIFA’s gift shop.
KIFA is open and free for viewing to the public Thursday-Sunday, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., 405 Main Street, Stevensville.
Excavation equipment
Clay Arts Center at KIFA--Excavating done by Cliff Lowe, III Enterprise. Upon this ground soon will rise, a Clay Center before your eyes!
EXHIBITS AND EVENTS
November Raffle Basket
HOST(ESS) GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Left: Category A, Wet & Dry: First Place – Darlene Conley for “My Garden Comfort and Joy 1”.
Right: Category A, Wet & Dry: Honorable Mention – Dianna Sell for “Long Swim”.
Kent Island Federation of Arts Members’
Fall into Winter Show at Chesapeake College
October 15 through December 19, 2024
In the Performing Arts Center
23 Artists – 59 Pieces of Artwork & Photography
Maureen Bannon - Ann Harlan - Patrick D. Fitzgerald
Rebecca Placek - Georgette Toews - Susan Thau
Dale Hall - Melissa Mackey - Pam Chase
Karen Slade - Judy Specht - Paula Vito
Maureen Wheatley - Joan McGrarry - Wendy Peer Patricia Spinella - Susan Eleazer - Linda Jakubowski Darlene Conley - Candice Liccione - Laura Weeks
Mona Birmingham - Carol Mercer
Left: October 22, 2024, Clay Arts Center at KIFA—plumbing pipes installed in the floor for sewer and water. Concrete floor is coming soon.
Right: October 23, 2024 – A big thank you to Dan Wheatley for painting KIFA’s shed to match the Clay Arts Center building.
October 11, 2024, under construction: Clay Arts Center at KIFA by Shirk Pole Builders.
Left: Category B, Assemblage: First Place – Candace Liccione for “Leafy Elegance”.
Right: Category B, Assemblage: Honorable Mention – Judy Tucker for “My Lady”.
CURRENT GALLERY SHOW:
ALL MIXED MEDIA:
Comfort Zone Exhibition
November 16 - December 22
Where’s your happy place? Alone reading? Visiting family? Under an umbrella on the Beach? Hiking? Watching a funny movie? Sleeping? Playing with pets? Looking at nature? Hanging with friends? Food at Amalfi’s? Ice cream shop?
To Purchase artwork contact KIFA at : arthousekifa@gmail.com or call 410-643-7424
Left: John Conley’s book signing was held during the Comfort Zone Reception. In photo, left: John Conley, Sadie Routzahn, and Jim Butera.
Right: At John Conley's book signing, in photo, left: John Conley, Brent Lewis, Jennifer Willis, and Josh Willis.
November 1, 2024 – Floor and sidewalk concrete poured at the Clay Arts Center at KIFA.
November 8, 2024 – Grading and gravel completed for the Clay Arts Center at KIFA parking lot.
KIFA Gallery Show Guidelines
All work must be original, created within the last two years, not previously shown at KIFA, and must not infringe upon any copyright. No reproductions accepted.
Sculptures must include their own base or fit on a KIFA pedestal. Sculpture artists must be prepared to assist in placing their work in the gallery. Maximum size including base: 6’ high x 3’ wide and deep.
2-D works must be dry, suitably framed, wired and ready to hang. No sawtooth hangers. (Artwork not wired properly will not be accepted.) All works on paper must be under glass. No exposed glass edges. Maximum size framed varies by show. Please see appropriate prospectus for sizes.
KIFA reserves the right to reject works deemed unsuitable. All entered works must remain on display through the end of the show. Reasonable care will be taken to ensure the safety of your artwork. KIFA is not liable for loss or damage to artwork. KIFA's commission on all sales is 30%. KIFA reserves the right to use images of the winning artwork for up to eighteen months.
Please contact KIFA for more information at info@kifa.com or 410-643-7274.
Gallery Shows
November 12, 2024 – The landscaping is finished for the Clay Arts Center and for KIFA. There are 63 new Maryland Native Plants.
CLAY CENTER UPDATE
Left: Category B, Assemblage: Honorable Mention – Mimi Swigert for “Falling Leaves”.
Right: Category D, Collage: First Place – Mary Ann Buckley for “The Gift of Flowers Give Comfort”.
Events
October 18, 2024, Clay Arts Center at KIFA—plumbing by Lindy J. Jones & Sons, Inc.
Left: Category D, Collage: Honorable Mention – Victoria Gliptis for “Lavendar Life”. In photo, left: Victoria Gliptis with show judge Jackie Jablecki.
Right: Category E, Altered Book Art: First Place – Jeane Parker for “Not Just For Lunch”.
The November Fundraising Raffle Basket is called “HOST(ESS) GIFTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS” to benefit KIFA. It was donated by Mary-Lynne Neil and has a total value of $292. Find a unique host or hostess gift to bring to the party, dinner, or weekend during the busy holiday season. Gifts from $5 to $50.
Contents:
Beautiful guest book to remember all your events. $50
Monk Manual, to keep centered. $40
Maryland map platter. $35
Artist Nancy O'Brien's blinged out serving set, fork and spoon. $35
Men's super thin wallet by Runbox. $25
Wooden cutting board made by local craftsmen. $20.
Christmas ornament for dog lovers. $17
Unique blinged out wooden crab for hanging by KIFA artist Judy Tucker. $15
Delicate rose petal guest soaps. $10
Set of 3 notebooks. $10
Not to forget Fido--headband with antlers. $5
Basket with 2 handles. $30
Total value: $292.