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We are the Irondequoit Art ClubAlthough in existence since 1958, we remain visionaries, bringing artists together to create art in the media of their choice.
We are open to all, with demonstrations by noted artists, impressive art shows, opportunities to sell your work, and camaraderie with other creative people. |
Next Tuesday Meeting: March 26, 2024, 6:30-9:00 pm
Linoleum block printing artist and teacher, Diane Castle Babcock, will give an art presentation on the reduction method of linoleum block printing, after the IAC business meeting. Diane Castle Babcock has been practicing the art of linoleum block printing for more than forty years. The process she uses is called the reduction method, because she continually cuts away from one block to create a multiple color image. Her images are created in four to six steps of cutting and printing. As the print is created, the block is destroyed, ensuring a limited edition. Diane graduated from Nazareth College and Binghamton University with degrees in art and an art education certification. She retired from Adirondack High School in Boonville, NY where she taught Art. Diane has received numerous awards including those at the Clothesline Festival, Corn Hill Art Festival, Artists’ Row, and Colorscape Chenango and is a juried member of the Roycroft Arts and Craftsmen Guild. She exhibits her work in galleries in the Adirondacks, Rochester and East Aurora, New York as well as North Carolina. Her work is represented by The Gallery Store, Memorial Art Gallery, Rochester, NY; H’Art Studio and Gallery, North Creek, NY; The Copper Shop, East Aurora, NY; Artisan Cove, East Rochester, NY. She also has an Etsy shop, dcastlebabcockart. Her website is: www.dcastlebabcockart.com |
Next Wednesday Meeting: March 13, 2024, 12:00-2:30 pm
At our next Wednesday meeting, Leslie Werlin, retired art therapist, artist, and member of the Irondequoit Art Club will explore the process of making monoprints with a reusable gelatin printing plate.
Leslie Werlin is a prolific artist. She has always done art and always taken art classes. A psychology major in college, Leslie transitioned into art therapy when returning to work after having her children. Leslie loves the process of experimenting and following an organic process in creating a work rather than starting from a detailed plan. She is most interested in abstract mixed media paintings and often incorporates faces in her work
Leslie Werlin is a prolific artist. She has always done art and always taken art classes. A psychology major in college, Leslie transitioned into art therapy when returning to work after having her children. Leslie loves the process of experimenting and following an organic process in creating a work rather than starting from a detailed plan. She is most interested in abstract mixed media paintings and often incorporates faces in her work
I see myself as a builder, scaffolding one thing upon another, layering in textures and colors, even cutting up my works to use in a new way. I believe that artists must learn to forgive themselves and find a way out of a painting that frustrates them. I have learned to set those paintings aside, pull them back out and rework them, always finding the most joy in the exploration and play.
~~Leslie Werlin
Participants will learn the basics of using a gelatin plates with stencils, stamps, and other textural objects to create images on paper. Prints can either stand on their own or be further embellished with other art materials. Participants should bring an art smock, a gel plate and brayer if they have them, and any other materials they would like to use. There will be several gel plates to share. Paint and paper will be provided.
Library programs are open and beneficial to all. They invite people with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to attend any of their activities and will strive to support individual needs. If you need accommodations to participate, please contact one of their Inclusion Coordinators, Matt Krueger and/or Amy Holland, one week prior to the program.
Click here to register on the events calendar on the Irondequoit Library website.
Library programs are open and beneficial to all. They invite people with physical and/or cognitive disabilities to attend any of their activities and will strive to support individual needs. If you need accommodations to participate, please contact one of their Inclusion Coordinators, Matt Krueger and/or Amy Holland, one week prior to the program.
Click here to register on the events calendar on the Irondequoit Library website.
2022-2023 Demonstrations
Did you miss any of the interesting demonstrations and presentations in the 2022-2023 season? We recorded many of them so that you can catch up during the summer. Click on any of the pictures below to learn more...
TUESDAY MEETINGS
WEDNESDAY MEETINGS
64th Annual Irondequoit Art Club SPRING SHOW & SALE
April 27 - May 4, 2024
Stay tuned for more information!
What We Do
Our main meetings are held on the 4th Tuesday of each month from 6:30 PM to 9 PM (September to May) at the Irondequoit Public Library, Room # 115, which is located at 1290 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY 14617 (next to the Irondequoit Town Hall). This location is accessible to all. Following a short business meeting is a demonstration by a professional artist. These presentations are open to the public with no admission fees, and cover a wide range of art forms - painting, sculpture, printmaking, etc. They are fun as well as educational.
We also hold meetings usually on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, also at the Irondequoit Library. IAC member present a wide variety of techniques. Important - If you wish to attend, please phone the library ahead of time to register, 585-336-6060.
And every Thursday, artists meet at Bill Gray's Seabreeze location at 11:15 AM to talk about any or all aspects of art. These informal meetings last about 1 to 1½ hr. It’s a great venue to show art, get feedback, and meet new and prospective members. No food purchase is necessary. All are welcome.
There are 2 major shows each year:
Other activities, designed to encourage members to expand and grow, include workshops, sketch-outs, picnic, and various community exhibits, such as the Art Walk at Irondequoit Town Hall, and shows in the Imaginarium, at I-Square.
Experience the uniqueness for yourself by attending the club’s programs. Whatever your art form, you are certain to enjoy meeting members and learning more about what this fine organization has to offer.
We also hold meetings usually on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, from 12:00 to 3:00 PM, also at the Irondequoit Library. IAC member present a wide variety of techniques. Important - If you wish to attend, please phone the library ahead of time to register, 585-336-6060.
And every Thursday, artists meet at Bill Gray's Seabreeze location at 11:15 AM to talk about any or all aspects of art. These informal meetings last about 1 to 1½ hr. It’s a great venue to show art, get feedback, and meet new and prospective members. No food purchase is necessary. All are welcome.
There are 2 major shows each year:
- A Spring Show & Sale at which awards are presented to members’ works deemed noteworthy by judges who are professional artists. Awards are also given to promising high school art students selected from each of the Irondequoit High Schools.
- A Fall Arts & Crafts Show & Sale where fine art is exhibited, as well as an array of craft items made by members.
Other activities, designed to encourage members to expand and grow, include workshops, sketch-outs, picnic, and various community exhibits, such as the Art Walk at Irondequoit Town Hall, and shows in the Imaginarium, at I-Square.
Experience the uniqueness for yourself by attending the club’s programs. Whatever your art form, you are certain to enjoy meeting members and learning more about what this fine organization has to offer.