Art & About: Jim White Memorial Paint-out - Throughout Waterville – May 31 through June 4 - artists choose their own locations to paint en plein air (outdoors) and the public is invited to watch the artists in action. Paintings are then displayed at Waterville Library as part of the new AW Inspiration Art Exhibit until July 24th.
The event is named to honor local artist, Jim White. Jim, a very talented artist who always painted in this event, passed away on February 10, 2017. A commercial artist by trade, Jim enjoyed creating landscapes and portraits in both oil paint and charcoal. He won many awards for his work over the years including first place and People’s Choice awards at past Art & About events. During the Paint Out he often encouraged on-looking children to take his brush and add some color to his painting. Many of his paintings sport children’s signatures next to his own.
Questions - email Lisa at lisaexner23@gmail.com
AW Inspiration art exhibit is being held June 4 through July 24 with a closing reception on July 24 to be held at the Waterville Branch Library, 800 Michigan Ave., Waterville, Ohio.
The exhibit contains a collection of 60 pieces of art created by talented local artists. Be sure to stop in the Waterville Library during regular business hours to see all the beautiful work.
The Eats & Beats Food Truck Tuesdays will be held once a month in June, July and August of 2024 in Conrad Park (Michigan Ave, Waterville) pending permission from the City of Waterville. This family-friendly event totally organized by the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission and sponsored by the City of Waterville There was no admission fee to attend.
Live music is provided by the incredible local groups in Conrad Park’s gazebo.
Free kids’ art workshops are led by local artist/teachers.
Different food trucks are featured at each event.
Many talented artisan vendors sold their arts and crafts.
o June 11 - Music by Grape Smugglers - Food Trucks include: Beastro Burger, Big Mealz on Wheelz, Deets BBQ, Detroit Mini Donuts, Lyles Crepes, Susie Lynne’s Lemonade, Trip N Biscuits, The Dog Wagon
Kids’ Art Project Leader: Liz Schooner
Vendors and non-profits include: Duane Ackley, Thomas Craley, Michelle Fisher, Ashley Junge, Sherry Kertesz, Donlyn Meyers, Linda Myers, Adriahna Patterson, Debbie Reimond, Pat Schorling, Linda Stewart, YWCA Childcare, Zion Lutheran Church
o July 9 - Music by Bliss - Food Trucks include: Beastro Burger, Big Mealz on Wheelz, Deets BBQ, Detroit Mini Donuts, Lyles Crepes, Susie Lynne’s Lemonade, Trip N Biscuits, Uncle Louies
Kids’Art Project Leader: Liz Schooner
Vendors and non-profits include: Duane Ackley, Thomas Craley, Kathy Eis-Heenan, Ashley Junge, Sherry Kertesz, Donlyn Meyers, Linda Myers, Adriahna Patterson, Pat Schorling, Linda Stewart, YWCA Childcare, Zion Lutheran Church, Community of Christ Church
o August 13 - Music by New Moon - Food Trucks include: Beastro Burger, Big Mealz on Wheelz, Deets BBQ, Detroit Mini Donuts, Lyles Crepes, Susie Lynne’s Lemonade, Trip N Biscuits, Uncle Louies
Kids’ Art Project Leader: Claire Puppos
Vendors and non-profits include: Duane Ackley, Thomas Craley, Kathy Eis-Heenan, Ashley Junge, Donlyn Meyers, Linda Myers, Adriahna Patterson, Pat Schorling, Linda Stewart, YWCA Childcare, Zion Lutheran Church
Art/Craft Vendors & Non-profits only - This is a free event, but pre-registration is requested. Text Lisa at 419-378-0935 or email Lisa at lisaexner23@gmail.com
The annual Waterville Roche de Boeuf Festival is scheduled for September 28, 2024. The Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission is sponsoring the artists’ section again this year. The artists’ section always receives very positive feedback from festival goers. We are working to organize and promote a very successful Rue des Artistes (Street of Artists) again this year.
The Roche de Boeuf Festival organized by the Waterville Chamber of Commerce will be held on September 28 in downtown Waterville from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
With a big focus on the arts, this year’s festival will feature a very special artists’ area located on
N. 2nd St. Visitors to the festival will have a chance to view, enjoy and purchase the work of 30 local artisans. This art section named, Rue des Artistes, is organized by the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission. In addition, a special craft booth area will be on N. 3rd Street. This section will have the work of over 50 crafters for sale.
Jewelry, paintings, glasswork, ceramics, garden art, photography, and much more will be part of the beautiful work on display. Two well-known photographers, Jack Schultz and Michael Simpson, will both be sharing their amazing shots of local scenes. Mark Luebke is returning this year with his metal animal creations made from found objects. Both local artists, Shannon Jones and Mary Burget, will be featuring their glass artwork. Christi Meredith from Studio Z Toledo will have her unique handmade pottery on display. Carruth’s will have a booth with lots of George Carruth’s creations available. Many more local artists will be sharing their amazing work at the festival.
Sunshine Studios from Maumee will have a booth selling their work. Sunshine Studios is a community studio, open to artists of all ages and abilities. On weekdays, Sunshine Studios offers art by local painters, photographers, jewelry-makers and others, and it employs more than a dozen men and women with developmental disabilities who work in textiles, clay and other art.
Bittersweet Farms of Whitehouse, Ohio, will have their mobile van filled with artwork as well as products created on the farm. Each product is handcrafted by Bittersweet participants, providing the perfect one-of-a-kind gift. Every purchase directly provides meaningful, paid employment for adults with autism.
Come to the Roche De Boeuf Festival and help support your local artists, artisans and crafters!
Fallen Timbers Art Festival - November 2 & 3, 2024 - Nov. 2 11:00 am - 7:00 pm; Nov. 3 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sponsored by the Shops at Fallen Timbers and the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission.
General Information: The 4th Annual Fallen Timbers Art Festival is a Juried Art show and indoor event that features – and focuses on the sale of – diverse works of art in metal, glass, clay, wood, fiber, jewelry, sculpture, painting, photography, and more. We hold this event to celebrate the wonderfully diverse art and artists of Northwest Ohio and Southeast Michigan and uplift our community while encouraging public interest in collecting the work of fine artists. This is a non-profit event benefiting the Anthony Wayne Area Arts Commission. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the creative arts program at Bittersweet Farms.
Fallen Timbers Art Festival is located in The Shops at Fallen Timbers, off Route 24, on Fallen Timbers Lane. The Shops at Fallen Timbers is an open-air lifestyle center with a striking streetscape design overlooking a feature lake and boardwalk area. The 640,000-square-foot shopping center is anchored by Dillard’s, JCPenney, Barnes & Noble, Staybridge Suites and Cinemark’s Rave Cinemas Fallen Timbers 14+ eXtreme.
Since this is an event is in doors it is held rain or shine. In addition to local art, the festival includes a wine-tasting that showcases premium Ohio wines, and delectable local treats offered by select food trucks.
For more information contact events@fallentimbers.com
Artists’ Registration: This is a juried show and registration for the 2024 show is now closed.
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