Hendricks County Arts Council
Artists
| Shirley Adams | |
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| Fiber Arts |  |
| (317)745-1501
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| "Shirley Adams' passion has long been with the fiber arts, which have inspired her several careers. First came many years as a college professor of clothing and textiles. Following this was her television show, The Sewing Connection, which aired on PBS stations throughout the United States, and the Knowledge Network in Canada. Designing fashions for 17 seasons resulted in a vast pattern collection for fashion sewing where engineer's mind meets artist's soul. Currently, her fiber artistry includes framed abstracts and bags, each unique and hand made by Shirley. These abstracts represent an image or emotion that captured her imagination." | |
| Doris Andrews | |
| Watercolor, Acrylic, Oil (in a pinch) |  |
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(317) 745-2327 |
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| After retiring from teaching, one summer I took a class in acrylics. I enjoyed it. Then, I entered a group of watercolor artists. Since then I have been monopolized by painting in watercolor, showing in watercolor, occasionally winning an award in watercolor. | |
| Laura Appleby | |
| Oil, Pastel |  |
| Laura Appleby's work reflects her love for the beauty of rural Indiana. She works primarily in oil and pastel, and has been most strongly influenced by the Indiana Plein Air Painters Association where she serves on the board. Laura is a Charter member of the HCAC. Other memberships include Hoosier Salon, IHA, and the Mooresville Community of Artists. | |
| Current Member HCAC | |
| Christine Ardelean | |
| Watercolor, Pastel, Oil |  |
| Chris Ardelean's talent is expressed in watercolors, pastels, and sometimes oil. She varies her work by the use of different kinds of paper or randomly applying paint and developing her images from what she sees there. At other times they are realistic versions from her photos. She was a signature member of the Watercolor Society of Indiana and is an active associate member of the Brown County Art Gallery Association, Between Paper & Palette, and Central Indiana Artists, Inc. | |
| Current Member HCAC | |
| Allen Berg | |
| Woodcarving |  |
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(317) 994-5168 website |
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| Allen started his hobby of carving in 1980. He is a self-taught carver/sculptor. He does most of his work during the winter months. Being a self taught carver he endeavors himself to become better each time a knife or chisel enters his hands. His favorite woods are catalpa, cedar, basswood and walnut. The first piece he did was a Nativity set out of pinewood, he has made a total of 6 nativity sets out of walnut, cherry and basswood. His large collection of Santas range from tree ornaments to 4 foot high statues which are made from cedar, willow, sycamore and catalpa. Other projects include Indian busts, depictions of the Last Supper, and, most recently, tree spirits carved in live or dead trees. In 2001 Allen participated in carving a White House Christmas Tree ornament. Each state submitted ornaments that were replicas of local historic homes. His ornament replicated the James Whitcomb Riley Home and Allen recieved a thank you letter, a phone call and an 8x10 photo of the President and First Lady for his participation. | |
| Gerald "Jerry" Botzum | |
| Oils, Watermedia, Pastel, Charcoal, Ink and Mixed Media |  |
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(317) 745-4530 www.Botzum.com |
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| Gerald "Jerry" Botzum is an Indianapolis-born Hoosier, now residing in Avon. He holds an undergraduate degree from Purdue and graduate degrees from both Purdue and Indiana University. His artistic interests date back to his youth. Early efforts in local competitions produced a number of award-winning pieces. His studies with instructors of both state and national distinction has assisted him in developing his art to an even higher level. He has participated in many major state, regional and national juried exhibitions, including: Oil Painters of America, Hoosier Salon, Indiana Governor's Residence, Dream Home of Indianapolis, Indiana Artists Club, Hilbert Circle Theatre, Columbia Club Foundation, Indianapolis Museum of Art Alliance, Indiana Plein Air Artists, Watercolor Society of Indiana, Southside Art League, Quincy Illinois Quad State Regional, Central Indiana Artists, American States Insurance, French Lick Springs Resort, Brown County Art Guild, Indiana State Fair, Nashville Country Club, Indiana Heritage Arts, Crown Hill Society, and many more. He has earned awards in many of these exhibitions. His works are in private collections both nationally and internationally. Jerry has a great appreciaton for people and nature and often recognized conflicts and paradoxes found in life. As a doctoral-level behavioral clinician, he uses his understanding of the human condition to capture and express an empathic emotional quality in him paintings. He pursues a mastery of the "atmospheric" or "moody" quality that he beliieves to be so important in such paintiings. Jerry does both sutdio and plein art painting with works including scenes from his numerous painting trips and travels to France, Italy, Spain, Ireland, England, many tropical islands, and the coastlines and waterways of the U.S. as well as an abundance of Indiana landscapes. Figures, portraits, still life and florals are also included as favorite subjects. | |
| Peg Cawthorn | |
| Wood Burning |  |
| (317) 272-4257 website | |
| "Peg was born in Louisville, Kentucky, and was adopted in 1946 to a family from Indianapolis, Indiana where she grew up. Peg's early years were spent playing the piano and sewing with her mother. They would make quilts together till her mother's death in 2002. She then went in search of another hobby. It was while visiting the Artistry In Wood Show in Dayton, Ohio in 2003 that she became interested in Wood burning during a demonstration. Her wood burnings are generally created on Basswood. She also burns on leather. You can enhance the leather by dying and adding color once it has been burned. She has done many commission pieces and thrives on the challenge of each one. Peg enjoys sharing her love of pyrography and has been giving classes for the last three years. Peg and her husband, Jim, a wood carver, live in Avon, Indiana." | |
| Cindy Cradler | |
| Drawing, Painting |  |
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(317) 852-1813 website |
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| Cindy Cradler is a primarily self-taught artist. She has enjoyed art since high school, and has explored a variety of mediums including stained glass, lampworking glass beads, jewelry making, and ceramics to name a few. Only recently has she re-discovered her love of drawing and painting. Cindy paints from life as well as photo references. Some of her favorite themes are children and their activities. | |
| Current Member HCAC | |
| Keith J. Hampton | |
| Abstract and Realism Paintings in Acrylic |  |
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| Keith J. Hampton has over three decades of agency and studio experience in illustration and design and fine art. Largely self-taught, he began his career in 1977 at the age of 18, illustrating in-house for the Saturday Evening Post company and 2 years later landed the job of cover artist for ICP Publishing, creating over 20 cover illustrations a year. Keith moved into graphic design in 1982. He has garnered both regional and national awards for his marketing and design talents. He started his own firm, it'sALLart, in 1995 and currently works with midwest and national businesses and organizations utilizing graphic design, writing, scripting, illustration and website design. Keith has always had a hand in fine art since his career began and in 1996 he focused more intently on it with work in oil and acrylic painting and block printing. His shows have garnered positive reviews in the local press. His audience has steadily increased. He primarily works in his home studio and plein air. He creates new works and concentrates on direct sales to interior design professionals, galleries, retailers and individuals. He is currently represented by Closson's of Cincinnati and Ashwood Artisans of New York. His work is in several private and corporate collections and can be purchased through his website and at several shows a year at various locations throughout the Indianapolis area. | |
| Stephen King | |
| Oil |  |
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(317) 858-8512 website |
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Steve is a self taught artist who has been painting with oils for nearly twenty years, and still enjoys experimenting with different styles and techniques. He has had many exhibits, both locally and regionally, and his work is in collections across the nation. His message to viewers, "You need to get something on those walls." He believes if you feel a connection with any landscape, still life or other image seen in his displays, you owe it to yourself to have that painting in your home or business to enjoy for years to come. The beauty and warmth of purchased art will never diminish. He will welcome your questions or comments. | |
| Current Member HCAC | |
| Nan Klein | |
| Eggshell artist in the style of Faberge |  |
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I founded Nan's Eggart in 1975 to make durable heirlooms from real eggshells. Eggs for our use are produced from birds fed a special calcium diet to assure the highest quality shell in terms of thickness and shape. A high speed tool is used for cutting to reduce torque and thus prevent shattering. Shells are then treated with a liquid polymer to strengthen and preserve their natural beauty. The finest trims are then used to pay tribute to Faberge's creations. The picture frame pop up (right) is housed in Faberge' reproduction of his 'Blue Enameled Ribbon' using goose shell. |
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| Current member HCAC; teaches in home studio | |
| Judith Lawhon | |
| Photography & Digital Art |  |
| (317) 837-8733 website | |
| "Five years ago, my Mom passed away and to help me deal with the grief, I bought a Canon camera and began to lose myself in taking photos. I have taken classes through Ivy Tech and Better Photo and have been published several times in the Avon Town Calendar and Retreat brochures and Websites. I especially enjoy shooting nature and wildlife. I also, love using photoshop to creat unique art pieces. " | |
| Donna Lubbe | |
| Clay Art |  |
| Donna Lubbe is a clay artist and local art teacher. Her studio, Lessons by Lubbe, offers instruction to children in both clay and general art. Donna recently received her Master's Degree in Curriculum and Instruction of Art from the University of Indianapolis with a focus in ceramics. Her sculptures have been shown at Wheeler Arts Community and the American Art Clay Company. Donna is currently working on functional wheel-thrown pieces. | Current member HCAC; teaches classes, contact for more info. |
| Lynne Medsker | |
| Digital art, Photography, Collage/Mixed Media, Watercolor |  |
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(317) 852-3541 www.lynnemedsker.com www.photoladyLM.com |
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| Individual elements fused into strong compositions, give Lynne's artwork a textural, multi-layered personality. She indulges her curiosity and desire to explore the color, style and surface of different art mediums by drawing upon photography, printmaking, digital techniques, watercolor and acrylic paint to design her art. Blended within these creations you may see paper, clay, metal or found objects. Lynne has shared her artistic vision in numerous local venues, with a total of 14 solo shows in her home state of Indiana. Additionally, her work has been shown in a dozen states across the U.S., including exhibits in Cincinnati, Chicago, Washington D.C., Phoenix and New York. She also has art in corporate and private collections. She was awarded grants from the Indiana Arts Commission in both 2003 and 2005. She recently was selected to be included in the Hoosier Salon's annual exhibit. In April of 2009 Lynne was invited to be the guest artist at "The Tin Shop" in Breckenridge, Colorado where she spent three weeks creating art, taking photographs and presenting workshops. With the exception of basic art instruction in high school, select photography classes and an occasional workshops, Lynne is a self educated artist. She enjoys researching, experimenting and learning at her own pace. Sharing her enthusiasm for art, Lynne presents workshops, classes and one-on-one instruction from her home-based studio. | |
| Current member HCAC; teaches classes, contact for more info. | |
| Mark Medsker | |
| Metal Art |  |
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(317) 852-3541 website |
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| Creating welded artwork is a fun, new experience for me! Most pieces incorporate worn and discarded parts, tools and other metal objects gathered from my work as a heavy equipment mechanic. My art ranges from decorative wall sculptures and functional furniture pieces to humorous characters ranging from tiny two-inch bugs to six-foot tall robots. My wife, Lynne, and I collaborate to create the designs for welded art pieces as well. I have displayed sculptures at a café in Indianapolis, in art shows, recycling exhibits, and currently have pieces on consignment at galleries in Broad Ripple & Brownsburg. I enjoy seeing others react to my work and I am delighted when I can bring a smile to someone's face. Many of my favorite pieces continue to make me smile each time I see them! | |
| Current member HCAC | |
| Lola S. McElyea | |
| Watercolor, Acrylics, Pastel, Ink and Pencil, Heat Set Oils |
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| 317-745-9939 |
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Watercolor is my primary painting medium. I am a portrait artist doing commissioned portraits both in watercolor, pastel and pencil. Also paint and draw commissioned homes, animals, cars, etc. Bio: Born Buchanan County Virginia. Resident of Indiana since 1968. I have over 30 years of personal study and seminars. I taught painting classes for OASIS (Older adult Service and Info. System) 1998-2001. Painting Instructor for Michael's Art and Craft Store 2001-2005. I have won numerous awards since 1992 at art competitions such as the Hoosier Salon, Indiana State Fair, Hendricks County Fair, Watercolor Society, World Pork Expo, Central Indiana Artists Club, etc. At the end of December, I will have completed my 7th, twenty-one piece art exhibit at the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, Indianapolis. |
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| Current member HCAC; workshops and art instructor | |
| Amber Neeley | |
| Pencil Drawings |
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Working primarily in pencil Amber is an artist who thrives to share her abilities with others. She enjoys drawing, especially if it will bring a smile to someones face. She loves to present "baby's first picture" for new parents. Currently finishing up her bachelor's degree in business management, Amber previously attended Herron School of Art, in Indianapolis. While there she earned awards in photography, which is her second passion. |
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| Current member HCAC | |
| Lisa F. Pelo-McNiece | |
| Blown Glass, Cast Glass, Slumped and Fused Glass, Interior Lighting and Metal Sculpture |  |
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(317) 539-4015 website |
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| Lisa Pelo-McNiece teaches at the Indianapolis Art Center and manages the gallery at the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library. She is an instructor and Department Head @ IAC Glass Studio. Her biography can be found on her personal website, Hot Blown Glass. | |
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Current Member HCAC Teaches classes @ Indianapolis Art Center: 820 E. 67th Street; Indianapolis, IN 46220. 317-255-2464 Offers private Lessons @ GRT Hot Glass Studio: 6400 E. Brookville Rd.; Indianapolis, IN 46219. 317-353-6369 |
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| Rose Richard | |
| Photography |  |
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My art medium is photography. I grew up taking pictures from an early age. I moved to 35 mm when my children were babies, because I wanted good pictures. I consider myself a mid life artist. An acute illness forced me to give up my nursing career sooner than I planned and slowed me down. As therapy I began to design flower gardens and landscape our 11 acres. As I began to journal the process with my camera, I began to see so much more than mere flowers. I saw the artistic elements coming out in my photos. It is at this time that I switched to digital, began to "play" with Photoshop Elements and my creative juices began to flow. I have studied Photoshop Elements to be able to dig deep into its capabilities to enhance my artwork. I wanted more lenses and a good flash. My husband said I needed to make some money. Here sat all of these creations in my computer. My business was born. It would have been so much cheaper to have bought the lenses and flash, but here I am. |
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| Current board member HCAC President of Central Indiana Artists Gallery Manager of Gallery on the Square |
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| Deborah Rosebloom | |
| Paints abstract art, using acrylic |  |
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(317) 852-4612 website including recent showings |
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Deborah Rosenbloom is fascinated by abstract, geometric shapes and has been dabbling in colorful art on and off since childhood. She once memorized the Greek alphabet because of her intense interest in its design. Rosenbloom is a social worker, and fittingly, her art is influenced by artists interested in the subconscious — Russian artist Vasily Kandinsky, and Surrealist artists Salvador Dali and Joan Miro for instance. Rosenbloom has exhibited her art throughout Central Indiana. |
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| Susan Semenick | |
| Watercolor, experimenting with egg tempera |  |
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(317) 796-5151
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| I teach watercolor through a consultation method. In other words, people would come into my gallery, I would coach them on a particular work, then they bring it back at their leisure to work on or move farther with the work.
I am a retired biology teacher of 33 years. I was told that I should have been in art. I am a self taught artist with a penchant for portraiture, especially vintage portraits. I would like to sponsor paint outs around the square in Danville on Monday afternoons and Wednesday afternoons from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. I also am starting a business doing giclee printing at my gallery. |
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| Bonnie Rose Smith | |
| Photography |  |
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(317) 852-7976 |
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| Bonnie has taken snapshots of travel memories her whole life, but joined a camera club fifteen years ago to learn how to take better photos. Since that time she has competed in numerous competitions and done several one person shows. Her happiest times are outdoors with a camera, especially in early morning with soft colorful light. Animals and scenics are favorite subjects. Bonnie and her husband Ron travel to Montana in summer to volunteer in Glacier National Park. Camping just twelve miles east of the Continental Divide, offers stunning scenic inspiration and a population of wild animals who are a slightly accustomed to strange animals witih cameras. | |
| Current Member HCAC | |
| Michael Smith | |
| Steel sculpture |  |
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(317) 271-1958 website |
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| "My work features diagonals and curves, to create a feeling of motion." | |
| Tim Spicknell | |
| Stained and Beveled Glass |  |
| (317) 892-6614 | |
| "Add color to your life through stained glass is my motto. Self taught I have turned a hobby into a small business. I have done projects as small as 6 pieces to as large as 1600 pieces. Regardless of the size of the project color, quality and workmen ship are of prime importance." | |
| Bruce Tatman | |
| Watercolor, Mixed Media |  |
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| Working realistically, mostly, but not exclusively in watercolors. Over the past 25 years Bruce's work has been featured by Oxman Publications, St. Louis Blues Hockey, Backstreets Magazine, Don Schumacher Racing, John Force Racing along with numerous other sports and motorsports teams and publications, to include the private collections of players and drivers. | |
| Current member HCAC | |
| Karéna Velikan | |
| Oil Painting, Acrylic and Sculpture |  |
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| Entwining elements of nature and the feminine form in a colorful and dream like style, my work in oil, acrylic, and sculpture arise from my understanding of who I am as a woman and my place in the cycle of life. | |
| Current member HCAC; Commissioned work | |
| Vicki Wynberg | |
| Watercolor, Pastel, Pen & Ink, Mixed Media |  |
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| Vicki has been drawing and painting since childhood. She started as a self-taught artist,
and in the past several years has taken several workshops and classes. She receives support
and instruction from local artists. She currently paints full time, much of which is commissioned
portrait work. She is a member of Central Indiana Artists, and the Hendricks County Arts Council.
Her depictions of children have won several awards, and she has donated her art to various charities.
Her paintings have been chosen by C P C for their Mother's Day Cards. She also has donated art to Sheltering Wings
for their annual auction.
Recently she has found new inspiration in acrylics and using vivid colors to capture the movement and emotion prevalent
in dance and jazz. Vicki will be teaching classes at Hobby Lobby in Avon, for more information click HERE! | |
| Current member HCAC; Commissioned work | |
