27th annual JURIED ART EXHIBITION
We are proud to continue the longstanding tradition of our late founder Jan Sullivan. We dedicate this year’s exhibition and celebration in honor of her 100th birthday. In June we are kicking off a year-long tribute to Jan Sullivan and her contribution to the arts in the region.
The purpose of the exhibition is to promote the creation and recognition of original quality 2-dimensional works of art, as well as ceramic arts. Juror Randall Roberts of the Midwest Museum of American Art selected 90 pieces for inclusion in this salon-style exhibition from 198 submissions from Indiana, Illinois, Michigan and Ohio. During the reception Art Barn will present artists with over $4,500 in merit and purchase awards.
- Reception Sat., June 5 // 6:00 to 8:00pm CDT
- Presentation at 7:00pm
- Over $4500 in awards will be distributed
- Kick-off our year-long celebration of our founder’s 100th birthday
- Art Barn School of Art // 695 N 400 E // Valparaiso, IN
- Please respond by June 2 so we can better manage guest counts and keep our community safe during COVID 19.
Exhibition: May 15 - July 8, 2021
- Gallery Hours Tu, Th & Fr 10-4, Sat. 10-2
- Learn More
Event Sponsors:
- Konrady Plastics
- Alice Moss
- Sue & Andy Arnold
- Bulk Equipment, Inc.
Purchase Award Sponsors:
- Bill Gathing
- J&B West Roofing
- Marc T. Nielsen Interiors
- Bill Wilson
Merit Award Sponsors:
- Charles & Denise Kirkland
- Leonard Anglis, DDS
- Julia Holmaas & James May
- Blick Art Materials
- George Scott
- Sandy Appleby
- Linda Canfield
- Circle "R" Electric, Inc.
- Larry & Sandy Holt
- Strack & Van Til
- Barbara Lucente
- Valparaiso Chamber of Commerce
- Lemon Tree Mediterranean Grill
- Glenn L Firme & Assoc.
- Third Coast Spice Cafe
Classes
Papermaking: In the Field with Andrea Peterson
May 21-23, Fri. 2-4pm, Sat & Sun 9am-3pm CDT
$265/person
Join us for this 3-day papermaking adventure of creating paper from plants that surround you. From farming by-product to locally wild gathered plants, understand the process of turning plant cellulose into fine sheets of paper. Participate in a community field hike around Art Barn on Friday 2-4pm where we will identify and harvest plant species and follow-up with processing plant material on Saturday and making sheets of paper on Sunday. Ages 18+ Full scholarship available click 'Learn More' to apply.
Free Papermaking Demonstration
Friday, May 21, 2-4pm
Participate in a community field hike, led by a Shirley Heinze Land Trust docent, around Art Barn on Friday 2-4pm where we will identify plant species used in paper-making. Andrea Peterson will provide a demonstration and participants will have an opportunity to pull a sheet of paper. Wear walking shoes or boots and dress for the weather. Please register in advance.
This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.
Summer Camps for Kids
Secure your child's spot in one of our engaging and fun art camps for kids. Fun themes and outdoor fun anchor the Art Barn experience.
Art Blitz 2021- Sept. 18 & 19
Art Barn School of Art is thrilled to announce the return of Art Blitz as a two-day in-person festival in 2021. We welcome visitors safety protocols in place, including mask requirements, social distancing and reduced capacity within the barn.
Immerse yourself in a world of art-making, with live demos and creative detours for all ages. Roll up your sleeves or just relax and watch. An engaging schedule of demonstrations and hands-on art activities for children and adults will also include live music, food, mini classes, an exhibition of artwork from our permanent collection and fun for all ages.
The annual Art Blitz event helps Art Barn highlight its educational art offerings with live demonstrations and exhibitions of regional art, and collaborations with other arts organizations. The festival is designed to encourage visitors and residents of all ages to actively engage in various art activities. Art Barn’s retreat-like atmosphere provides plenty of inspiration for creative minds.
Activity tickets are available for purchase at entrance
Parking free
ONGOING INTERACTIVE ART ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES:
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Interact with local artists as they demonstrate their process.
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Collaborate by adding to our new Mural.
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Peruse the work of our permanent collection.
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Improvise in the Instrument Petting Zoo with Quinlan & Fabish Music Company.
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Witness the process of weaving - from raw fiber to woven piece.
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Visit our beautiful gardens & cut some sunflowers to take home.
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Enjoy live performances by local talent all weekend long.
Scheduled activities include:
(times will be published just prior to the event)
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Participate in a variety of free mini-classes inside the barn.
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Experiment with clay in our new Ceramic Arts Studio.
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Hand & arm painting for kids.
Other Festivities:
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Participate in a drawing for artistic items and creative fun.
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Sample culinary delights
Activity tickets available for purchase at the entrance. Free parking.