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Artists are reemerging from a fallow
period, reinspired and ready to bring
joy back into the new world.
IN-PERSON EVENTS!
EXHIBITS, EVENTS,
CLASSES & MORE!
MARCH-OCTOBER 2021 1
MARCH - OCTOBER 2021
PREDICTING THE
MARK
Thaw
Summer
YOUR
CALENDAR!
PG. 19!
June 19:
Maker Faire, St. Michael’s
Strawberry Festival
& Juneteenth!
Arts Guide
AND ANNUAL REPORT
17 15 NICKEL PLATE ARTS
Missing You
by Marianne
Glick 4 2020 ANNUAL REPORT
Measuring Our Impact ARTIST SHOWCASES s I type this letter, it is May The weather today, while blustery, is beautiful us, artists are coming to us with amazing new
March-October 2021 1st and I am preoccupied for planting. The sky is bright, the air is warm, ideas. It’s so enticing . . . but has the spring really
6 FEATURES by whether or not it’s safe and the soil has the perfect level of moisture for arrived? Or is there another killing frost lurking
19 NICKEL PLATE ARTS EVENTS to plant my tomatoes. My growth. But what will tomorrow bring? I check just beyond the long-range forecast?
Reemergence
garden seedlings have been the long-range forecast obsessively, but it has
The Art of Diversity Upcoming Maker Faire, 9th Anniversary
an all-consuming project this year, absorbing proven woefully inaccurate. Just a few weeks It’s my job to protect this precious organization,
Gal’s Guide’s Galaxy Expands Gala, and signature events a great deal of the restless energy and angst ago in mid-April, I was cautiously optimistic that just like my precious seedlings. I’ve spent
I felt during the long, dark pandemic winter. I we’d seen our last frost: I put some of my potted a quarter of my life cultivating Nickel Plate
10 CLASSES 20 THAT’S A WRAP admit that I sometimes indulge in a fantasy of ferns and herbs out on the porch to enjoy the - sowing all the seeds for growth, patiently
2021 Fairyville becoming an organic farmer, bringing plants, sun and spring rain. But then, as I’m sure you waiting for them to take root, pruning where
2021 Class Schedule
herbs, vegetables and more to farmer’s markets remember, the temperature plummeted on necessary- and the last 14 months have been
and living closer to nature. April 20th, bringing several inches of snow. I like one, long March for me. So much has lain
21 WHO’S WHO
20 11 FEATURED EXHIBITS
Child’s Play Meet the new faces at Nickel Plate Arts
Day after day of Zoom calls, Google Meets,
pulled the ferns and herbs inside to wait out the
freezing temperatures, but my perennials had
dormant, waiting for the thaw; full of promise,
but oh-so-delicate. I’ve been optimistically
Microsoft Team Meetings and the shorter-than-
Process: The Healing Power of Art no refuge: they had to take the full brunt of the envisioning us as asparagus, ready to shoot up
usual tempers of a few of our customers have
Fabric of Society: Wearable Art 22 2021 SUMMER ARTS GUIDE only intensified that fantasy . . .
freeze. and thrive, but I know we could be grapevines:
too tender to handle an unexpected freeze.
Dreamscape & Belief See what our partners have in The snow caused remarkably little damage in
I plant a garden every year, but this year I really
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store this summer threw myself into this hobby. I seeded more
than 70 different varieties of tomatoes, 20 kinds
my yard: we didn’t lose any major branches,
my blooming flowers kept blooming, and even
As we look ahead to what is shaping up to be a
very busy, arts-filled summer, I am both excited
the asparagus continued shooting up again a and cautious. Our Annual Report (page 4) shows
of hot peppers, 12 kinds of sweet peppers, plus
EXHIBITS IN FISHERS few days later. However, my grape vines had the huge impact COVID-19 had on our art sales
herbs and flowers and more. Every south-facing
Visit Artist Showcases at partner venues just started sending out tender leaves, all of and attendance, and yet, thanks to government
window in my house is filled with makeshift
April-September 2021 THANK YOU TO OUR growing racks and plant trays. I invested in
which are now freeze-dried in little clumps that grants and lots of generous donations from
LEADING SPONSORS new grow lamps and organic fertilizer. My baby
crumble when I touch them, and new leaves members like you, we are financially stable for
have yet to appear: I fear the worst, but it’s too the time being. We will continue to plan, grow
plants were the first thing I checked in the
early to tell. and adapt as this uncertain year unfolds, and
morning and the last thing before bed. I took
we look forward to bearing artistic fruit for you
breaks throughout the day to rejoice in new Just as I’m anxiously trying to predict the
to enjoy!
sprouts and fret over yellowing leaves or wilt or weather for my garden, I’m also anxiously trying
aphids. My husband couldn’t help being a little to forecast the right steps for Nickel Plate Arts. I You can help us fortify our roots: please
jealous. check the latest news on the COVID pandemic, consider renewing your membership or sending
look at the local and state infection rates, track in an additional donation today. You can even
Now, I have 16 trays of gorgeous, vibrant plants,
immunization rates, and try to get a sense of donate your old craft supplies - contact me to
all awaiting planting.
what other nonprofits around the state are learn how!
The question is: when is the right time to plant? doing. Since March, I’ve been seeing all the
Artist Mark Rouse was
If I plant too soon, these precious plants could signs of a change of season: the numbers are
inspired to paint the cicada
be killed by a late frost. If I wait too long, they starting to look more favorable, people are
titled ‘Harbinger’ on our
cover. Read the full story @nickelplatearts could become rootbound and cease to thrive. interested in getting out and doing things again, Ailithir McGill
Executive Director
on page 6. businesses are reaching out to collaborate with
@ AMcGill@nickelplatearts.org
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2020 ANNUAL REPORT
Amount of art SOLD by artists HELP GOOD IDEAS BLOSSOM:
through Nickel Plate Arts: DONATE TO NICKEL PLATE ARTS
You support us in so many ways: your ideas and
53% decrease in revenue from 2019
interests take root here. Your donations feed us for
2014: $7,000 the future.
2015: $9,000
Please consider making an additional
2016: $18,000 (2,321 items by 69 artists) gift to Nickel Plate Arts this year to
2017: $26,466.64 (2,465 items by 76 help us blossom.
artists)
2018: $33,204.25 (2,775 items by 85
artists & organizations)
2019: $48,661.78 (3,536 items by 142
artists & organizations)
2020: $22,747.45 (2,468 items
by 123 artists)
Nickel Plate Arts Campus: $7,936.55
NobleMade: $13,436.65
Measuring Our
Meyer Najem Gallery: $1,300.00
Monies PAID to artists for
BAM!
work or programming:
IMPACT!
(in the form of commissioned projects, ATTENDANCE:
performances and programs, teaching VISITORS TO NICKEL PLATE ARTS:
classes, and prizes) 2014: 5,295 on campus
2014: $10,000 2015: 5,387 on campus
2015: $10,144 2016: 7,010 on campus
According to Americans
2016: $17,025
2017: 6,918 to events on campus
For The Arts’ Economic
2017: $18,228.55
2018: (data incomplete) Impact Calculator, Nickel
2018: $21,679.08
Each year, we take a moment to gather and analyze data we have collected over the past year to assess our 2019: 11,512 Plate Arts’ programs
performance. 2020 was a challenge in many ways and the impact of COVID-19 can be seen in the dramatic drop in 2019: $36,049,80
2020: 7, 171 (nearly 38% and services in 2020
art sales and attendance figures. However, thanks to recovery grants and donations, we were able to increase our 2020: $30,975.25 (includes
services to other organizations! Here is a report of our 2020 impact by the numbers. decrease from 2019) generated over $430,000
graphic design fees) Noblesville Campus: 3, 216
in household income
NobleMade: 3,826
and supported 22 FULL-
NEW PROJECTS IN 2020
Resources provided to arts Online Classes: 311
partners to SUPPORT their Other events: at least 129 TIME-EQUIVALENT JOBS!
missions: Attendees to our in-person
2014: $14,000 NUMBER of Facebook Videos: events are estimated to
DEVELOPED HELD 2015: $13,980 We posted videos on Facebook on have brought more than
• a plan for a series of artist professional six online First Fridays 2016: $20,033.48 ($4,103.48 in cash, plus 109 days resulting in 83,565 views $200,000 into the local
development courses - those have been tabled for $15,930 in-kind services)
now, but stay tuned!
ASSISTED economy!
• in moving forward the Noblesville Alley Activation
2017: $38,204.07 ($5,775 in cash, $13,221 EXHIBITS:
• a plan for Cultural Exchanges with other Cultural in print advertising, and $19,019.07 in-
project ON-CAMPUS EXHIBITS
Districts around the State kind services)
• in developing five public art projects in Fishers Showcase Artists: 6
2018: $41,711 ($26,211 in cash, $15,500 PLEASE HELP US GATHER
GENERATED • in planning the Indiana Arts Homecoming, which was in print advertising, in-kind services not Judge Stone House Exhibits: 6
daily Facebook Live programming from the end of held virtually in October calculated) FISHERS EXHIBITS
IMPORTANT DATA FOR
March through June
LAUNCHED 2019: $50,036.20 ($8886.20 in cash, Meyer Najem Gallery: 5 THE FUTURE!
PLANNED AND IMPLEMENTED the Love, Noblesville online store in conjunction with the
$21,150 in print advertising, ~$20,000 in Four Day Ray: 2 Scan here or go
staff hours) to our website
the Emergency Art Supply program, granting art Noblesville Chamber of Commerce and Noblesville Main Hub & Spoke: 2
supplies to more than 250 individuals Street (lovenoblesville.com) 2020: $58,788 ($5,000 in cash to answer a
OTHER EXHIBITS
and supplies, $19,500 in print few important
CONVERTED PRESENTED advertising and $34,288 for 1,404
Online: 12
a 7-hour Small Business Saturday Livestream with the TOTAL EXHIBITS COORDINATED BY questions.
all of our classes to an online format, including our staff hours)
summer art camp Noblesville Chamber of Commerce and Noblesville Main NICKEL PLATE ARTS IN 2020: 33 nickelplatearts.org
Street
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Brooks completed more art during the pandemic than any other year. People
Found Free Time
were giving art as gifts and she had many commissioned art pieces.
When the pandemic hit, Rouse was forced to work remotely at his day job.
“Since people were adopting more animals, I was commissioned for more But that gave him two hours where he wasn’t behind a wheel of a car. He
pet portraits. But most importantly, I was helping people fill their lives with immediately applied the extra 10 hours of the week to his art. Rouse set a goal to
happiness, joy, and color. In that sense, it was a good year.” create a piece of art every week for the next year.
Cultivating Positivity “I made the goal and I’m not sure I could have done it without the pandemic.”
Brooks’ process is to observe, which is why her current exhibit is titled
“After joining an online challenge, I began looking for the beauty of the things
“Observations” which runs at Four Day Ray from March 31-June 30th, 2021.
in the world around us. As well as from memories. I’m from Fishers back when
She jogs and bikes in nature, always with a handy camera nearby. She takes 116th was a dirt road. I like to bring those memories back to life through my
photos along her run and paints the scenes later. She focuses on observing paintings. I think people are missing the beauty of things already in the world. So
nature and giving herself time to reflect. I like to bring attention to the things that already exist through my art.”
“I appreciate things more now. The world is filled with so much sadness.
You have to find ways to make yourself happy. I think art is about spreading
positivity.”
CHANGE IN VIEWPOINT
Mark Rouse, Artist Member, was deeply affected by
a world-altering change several years before the
pandemic.
“In 2015-2016, I had a major change in my artistic
viewpoint when I was declared legally blind,” said Mark
LESSONS FROM CICADAS
Rouse, local painter. “Before my diagnosis, I wanted to paint
This summer when the Star Wars-like hum of a trillion cicadas fills the air, we
things that no one had ever seen before. But when you realize you may never
might consider the lessons Brood X has left us.
see again, you don’t see things the same way again. It created a bigger life
change and viewpoint than even the pandemic.” It’s important to keep pruning away the non-essential in order to keep the whole
I made the goal and body healthy. Like well-aerated soil, we need to leave space for positivity, for
I’m not sure I could As a result, Rouse had to change his whole artistic approach. kindness, and for new ways of looking at things. We must leave space for art.
have done it without “First I had to change my painting methods, resulting in a unique hybrid way of And most importantly, we must recognize that new growth comes from the
creating my art. I zoomed in on my sources on a 55” TV. The more abstract style death of the old. Old discarded habits allow for new, more positive choices.
the pandemic. seems to appeal to others.” Redirection can always bring us to new discoveries and pathways.
-Mark Rouse Even though Rouse’s vision stabilized and then improved through a series of While none of us want to suffer through another pandemic--or the mass invasion
“small miracles,” the change in viewpoint still informs his work. of Brood X, it is wise to remember the potential benefits of both.
ROBERT BRATTON
Watercolor Art
Organizations:
Nicole Amsler,
Watercolor Society of Indiana; Hoosier
Salon; Indiana Artists Club; HCAA
Nickel Plate Arts Communications Manager
Email:
rlbratton@earthlink.net
oon the Indiana air will be filled with the unique screeching of SOUR INTO SWEET
trillions of previously dormant cicadas who have reemerged Sharon Jiskra Brooks, Artist
seventeen years after their initial hibernation. When they first Member, had a show
crawled into the soil, both Friends and Frasier had just ended their television open in March 2020, the
runs. The world attended the Summer Olympics in Athens, Greece. And week prior to the mass
President George W. Bush would be reelected for a second term in the late shutdown. Obviously,
fall. attendance suffered.
These 2-inch crunchy creatures perform a valuable service despite their “It was interesting though,”
noise pollution. Brood X will prune trees effectively, aerate the soil by said Brooks. “My solo show
All Good Things Must Come to
burrowing topside, and offer needed nitrogen to tree roots upon their death opened in March, the week before
an End by Sharon Jiskra Brooks
JOANNE ROEDER
and decomposition. things went really crazy. But the beauty
of it was the art was facing an exterior
While it hasn’t been 17 years since we locked down for the Covid-19
window so people could see when they were out.” Watercolor & Oil Painter
pandemic (although it can feel like it), we are reemerging from a long and
dormant period of our collective history. We each approached this forced People were out walking and they could stop to see art, even in a j.m.roeder@gmail.com
downtime differently with diverse results. Here, we share the stories of two tumultuous time. joannemcclarren.roeder d
of our Member Artists and their approach to reemergence: “It was nice to take something sour and turn it into something sweet,” said
Brooks.
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info and same something like “contact
me for the schedule of classes at Hobby
Lobby”
Darren Peterson
Certified Wilton Method GAL’S GUIDE’S
Cake Decorating Instructor GALAXY
Contact me about class schedules, E X PA N D S THEIR BOUNDARIES
updated curriculum or a cake for your special by Dr. Leah Leach
event. For details, visit CollegeFundCupcakes.com. After opening 11 days before the shutdown in
March 2020, the Gal’s Guide Library has not only
“Like” d College Fund Cupcakes on Facebook. survived the pandemic but has thrived.
317.590.0493 “We had over 1,000 books donated during a
Darren@collegefundcupcakes.com pandemic,” says founder, Leah Leach, “We’ve
helped people find a home for their books so they
could make room for new ones.”
While the Gal’s Guide Library was adding
THE
donations, their space was getting a little
cramped. Luckily a bigger space opened up inside Nickel Plate Arts and
the Gal’s Guide team was able to move from the Stephenson House to
the Judge Stone House.
“It’s amazing to have a space that is three times bigger than our previous
space,” says Leah, “We’ve got not only more room for our books, but
OF
room to grow to our fullest potential.”
Since forming in 2016, Gal’s Guide has brought women’s history to people
Universe by Boxx the Artist with fun and interactive twists. The Gal’s Guide Podcast and their school
DIVERSITY
outreach programs have been wildly successful at bringing women’s
history to audiences with a “spoonful of sugar,” as Leah calls it. Now with
by Jocelyn Vare, the new square footage, they can add programming inside the library.
Nickel Plate Arts board member and Fishers City Council member
“Before we had our home at Nickel Plate Arts, we floated to various
locations and hosted craft nights, stitch fests, game nights, meetings, and
movie screenings,” said Leah, “We are planning to bring all that back to
our new space.”
Malcolm Forbes once said, “Diversity is the art of thinking independently together.” It’s no surprise the motto of Gal’s Guide is Read, Learn, Create. They love
to showcase new ways to engage with women’s history and literature.
Whether it’s Queen quizzes or fairy house community projects, Gal’s
Guide offers plenty of programming for all ages.
t Nickel Plate Arts, art demonstrates the diversity of independent Likewise, diversity in art enhances and sustains a community,” states Les
The Gal’s Guide Library is the first women’s history lending library in the
thinkers. And when that diversity is woven together, it can bring Reinhardt, Nickel Plate Arts’ new Operations Manager.
United States. They specialize in any book written by women or about
people from all backgrounds and walks of life together. Art has the power
Nickel Plate Arts’ Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee is planning women. Library cards and borrowing books are free. They are now located
to connect us with a shared experience and to challenge us with something
several new opportunities to celebrate the breadth of local artists and world on the second floor in the Judge Stone House at Nickel Plate Arts.
special that we’ve never been exposed to before. Diversity within art is a
celebration of unexpected creativity, thought-provoking viewpoints and cultures. A Juneteenth Celebration is being planned and key goals are being
fresh voices that can both challenge and uplift us. established to lead the organization to better welcome artists of a variety of
ethnic backgrounds and experiences.
Boxx the Artist is one of many creative, thought-provoking voices whose
recent presence in the local community has been met with enthusiasm. Nickel Plate Arts is committed to inviting and featuring artists of color and
Boxx is a self-taught artist who practices acrylic paint on canvas and is artists of underrepresented populations. The organization welcomes artists
inspired by Black culture and her personal universe of experiences. For the of any medium to participate in meaningful interactions with Central Indiana
thousands who passed through the Indianapolis International Airport during residents and share their talent, creativity, self-expression and culture.
the month of March during the basketball tourney, Boxx’s temporary mural
Diversity may indeed be the art of thinking independently together. Nickel
“Universe” was a fan favorite. The cosmic portrayal of a Black woman with
Plate Arts also believes that diversity is also discovered in the art that brings
a radiant smile greeted visitors warmly and will remain up through summer
2021.
us all together.
A full-service
Boxx the Artist is the maker-in-residence at Hamilton East Public Library’s advertising
Ignite Studio this summer. She is offering workshops and open studio hours
so that visitors can meet and learn from her talent and experiences. She is To view or purchase Boxx the Artist’s work, agency
in Fishers
also working on the Bicentennial “Legends” Mural Series for Marshall “Major” please visit Hamilton East Public Library’s
Taylor as an artist apprentice, completing a five-story mural in downtown Ignite Studio or boxxtheartist.com.
Indianapolis. Visit indyarts.org/legends/taylor to learn more.
Nickel Plate Arts is inspired by Boxx the Artist and other artists who present Would you like to help us prioritize Diversity & Inclusion in our arts Located in the Eller House
culturally diverse opportunities for their community. community? Contact amcgill@nickelplatearts.org to join our Diversity,
Equity and Inclusion committee! 116th & Allisonville • Suite 200
“Diversity in a community enhances and sustains the local businesses.
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TINA MANGOS
tinamangosarts.com
‘Calm Sky’ by Frederick Durham for
Process: The Healing Power of Art
SUMMER AND FALL 2021 Nickel Plate Arts’ Noblesville campus is home to two exhibit spaces (Judge Stone
House and the Stephenson House) as well as artists’ personal studios. All exhibits at
2020 Arts Educator of the Year Jeannette Nickel Plate Arts are open to the public for FREE during regular hours: Wednesday,
Pomeroy Parssi returns as our popular drawing Thursday and Friday, 12-5 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; all other times by
and painting instructor for the summer and appointment.
fall! Sign up today for one of these wonderful KAY BAE
creative workouts to flex your creative muscles!
kaybaeart.com CHILD’S PLAY FABRIC OF SOCIETY: WEARABLE ART
kaybaeart@gmail.com
March 5 - April 24 July 2 - August 28
MONDAY NIGHT ADULT DRAWING CLASS SERIES Art by children and children-at- Art comes off the walls and onto our bodies this summer.
7:00pm to 9:00pm EDT heart, we celebrate the inner Fashion designers, weavers, costumers, jewelers, body
Session 3: May 24-August 2, participate in person or online. $120 child within all of us as we painters, tattoo artists and anyone else who creates art to wear
Session 4: September 13-November 15, participate in person or online. $120 Painting by Kristine Darrow for explore the fresh, innovative will be the shining stars of this exhibit.
the Child’s Play exhibit energy of youth!
TUESDAY OIL PAINTING STUDIO: 201
9:00am-11:00am EDT
PROCESS: THE HEALING POWER OF ART DREAMSCAPE & BELIEF
May 7 - June 26 September 3 - October 30
Session 3: May 25-July 27, online only. $150
Art is an important tool that many of us turn to in order to process our Art allows us to explore ideas that extend beyond our current
Session 4: September 14 - November 16, participate in person or online. $200
emotions, explore our fears, and rediscover our strengths. Artists share reality. This exhibit is dedicated to artists who capture their
(Nickel Plate Arts members can receive 20% off!)
the projects that helped them make it through a hard time, that express dreams, their beliefs, and the utterly fantastic in their art.
the importance of the arts, or that have helped to uplift someone they
WEDNESDAY BEGINNING OIL PAINTING: 101 care about.
9:00am-11:00am EDT
Session 3: May 26-July 28, online only. $150
Session 4: September 15-November 17, participate in person or online. $200
(Nickel Plate Arts members can receive 20% off!)
KRISTA DARROW
Acrylic Artist
WEDNESDAY TEEN & TWEEN DRAWING + ART @darrowkrista
4:30pm to 5:30pm EDT @ArtStudioKrista
Session 3: May 26 - July 28, participate in person or online. $100
Session 4: September 15 - November 17, participate in person or online. $100
Smart Graphic & Marketing Solutions
w Corporate Identity
WEDNESDAY OIL PAINTING STUDIO: 201
w Commercial Printing
6:30pm to 8:30 pm EDT
w Digital Printing
Session 3: May 26-July 28, participate in person or online. $150
w Banners | Signage
Session 4: September 15-November 17, participate in person or online. $200 ALYS CAVINESS-GOBER w Branded Apparel
(Nickel Plate Arts members can receive 20% off!)
Creative Expressions Arts w Promotional Items CAROL GRIFFITH
Contact: w Direct Mail Services
alys@creativeexpressionsarts.com
w Design | Marketing Photography • Watercolor
creativeexpressionsarts.com Mixed Media • Scuplture
Classes are being added all the time.
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w Event Support
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latest updates! Register or find more
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EXHIBITS AT MEYER NAJEM EXHIBITS AT FOUR DAY RAY
Meyer Najem Gallery | 2nd Floor | 11787 Lantern Road | Fishers, Indiana Four Day Ray Brewing | 11671 Lantern Road | Fishers, Indiana
APRIL - JUNE
BOBBI K. SAMPLES
COME ON, SPRING!
INDIANA WILDFLOWERS!
APRIL - JUNE
Bobbi K. Samples’s latest exhibit is
bursting with color and the sweet smell
Imagine by Sharon Brooks SHARON JISKRA
of springtime. Meyer Najem in Fishers Woman with Necklace
by Craig Ogden
BROOKS
is the home of Bobbi’s most recent
showcase, “Come on, Spring! Indiana Wildflowers!”
OBSERVATIONS
With subjects ranging from buttercups to sunflowers to purple Sharon Jiskra Brooks’s exhibit,
phlox, Bobbi’s contemporary style really shines in this exhibit. JULY - SEPTEMBER “Observations,” is part of a collection of
She creates with a free hand, and copious amounts of oil paint, work she’s been creating over the past
using mostly knives to build her works. Her paintings mirror her CRAIG OGDEN year. “As many of our days were spent
personality with many layers of bright and bold colors – you can
feel the happiness and energy springing from the canvas.
TWO YEARS LATER indoors being quarantined, I have been
especially grateful for the moments I have been able to spend
“I hope people see the beauty in nature and my interpretation of outdoors. Painting these memories and views from my many runs or
Even though Craig Ogden has been
the extraordinary beauty and color in God’s handiwork.” hikes has been especially rewarding to create.”
expressing his artistic side his entire
professional career, his upcoming exhibit Sharing this exhibit at Four Day Ray is Sharon’s way of helping
i Join Bobbi for her reception on June 5th, 6-7:30 p.m. at Meyer Najem. will celebrate his last two official years as an artist, aptly called “Two people reflect on, relate to, and bring the outdoors in again. “Think
Years Later.” about where you’ve been over the past year and don’t forget what
nature can bring you. Take the steps back and observe what is right
“You want your art to say a lot,” said Craig.
there in front of us and what it can do for you. Just sitting outside
….and it does! His abstract, experimental, “paint as you feel” approach to and looking at a flower can be the most healing thing you can find.”
art guides him through the process. The art reflects bright colors and
shapes. He titles his art after he has time to reflect on what thinks the
finished art piece is expressing.
Craig’s art will be on display at Meyer Najem from July through JULY - SEPTEMBER
September. He describes his show as a “visual tour” of his last two years
of creating. “It will be balanced, sophisticated, and relaxed, featuring BELINDA SHORT
Purple Phlox by Bobbi K. Samples over 40 pieces.” TRY IT
Belinda Short’s exhibit at Four Day Ray this
Summer is “Try It”—an eclectic collection of
mixed media projects that truly showcases
the creative challenges she enjoys solving.
Each one of her pieces contains alcohol ink, acrylic paint, paint
pen, liquid ink, fountain pens, watercolors, and more. Belinda has
learned what mediums work well with each other through testing
and focuses on creating layered works that highlight her focus on
ciphers, color theory, perception, and physics.
Belinda says, “I am aware that with any new project, I’m not going
to be super interested in it in a month. But if I can learn from that
process and incorporate it into what I’m already doing, then it’s
NICKEL PLATE ARTS worth it.”
PAINT THE TOWN
9th ANNIVERSARY GALA
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021
Visit nickelplatearts.org/gala
THE for tickets and event details! Tangerine Dream by Belinda Short
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EXHIBITS AT HUB & SPOKE SHOWCASE EXHIBITS AT NICKEL PLATE ARTS
Hub & Spoke Design Center | 1st Floor | 8100 E. 106th Street | Fishers, Indiana Nickel Plate Arts | Stephenson House | 107 South 8th Street | Noblesville, Indiana
APRIL - JUNE
CRAIG MULLINS &
SHERRY HAINES
NEIGHBORS
For Craig, his ability to draw came
naturally at an early age. That skill
developed with the encouragement
of family, friends, teachers and his wife Myrna. In high school,
coursework in art and architectural drafting continued that
interest. Now retired, he finds time to focus on a second
passion as an artist, drawing on his developed skills as an
architect over many years.
Sherry also developed an interest in the
visual arts at an early age. That interest
grew and became more intense during
high school and while pursuing her
undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Teaching art at public and private
schools for thirty years, she instructed Pack Your Bags by Alyssa Overton
many talented students who went on to
successful arts careers. After an extremely rewarding career in Santa Fe Scarf by Patty Coulter
the classroom, she now finds herself with the time and desire MARCH APRIL
to pursue her first love of art: painting.
JULY - SEPTEMBER
ALYSSA OVERTON BRUCE
i A reception hosted by High Frequency Arts, held at Hub & Spoke, EXPLORE: TAKE A TRIP LOEWENTHAL
will be on Friday, June 18th from 5-8:30 p.m. PATTY COULTER AROUND THE WORLD LET’S TALK ABOUT
PERSPECTIVES IN
ROUNDABOUTS
WATERCOLOR Sunshine and happiness seem
to emanate from Alyssa Overton
because that is who she is. From her Pushing a
Patty Coulter is excited to share her conversation in a different direction
humble Crayola-on-wallpaper beginnings, through her years
works in her exhibit, “Perspectives isn’t a new concept for Bruce
of handmade creations in 4-H, and now as a proud business
in Watercolor.” It contains three sections: “Mademoiselle” Loewenthal. This award-winning
owner and artist, happiness is Alyssa. “Putting joy, life, and
(artwork of women), “Rustic” (focusing on landscapes), and architect-turned-public-art-
beauty on paper and canvas is what I love most.”
“Calligraphic.” Patty is thrilled to be showcasing at Hub designer has always been
& Spoke Design Center for the months of July through one for presenting things
In the exhibition titled “Explore: A Trip Around the World,” Alyssa
September—as an interior designer, Hub & Spoke makes that cause people to
invites you to take a journey with her to discover new places,
her feel at home. react from their gut. He
find exotic wildlife, soak in the beauty of nature, and see the
world through an artist’s eyes. Using a wide variety of mediums thrives on discourse and
“Mademoiselle” is a series that Patty has been working thrusting thoughtful
from paint to pastels and pen and ink, this showcase is rife with
on for roughly six years. She focuses on preteens up to artwork into the masses.
color and life. Pastels are her current favorite medium due to
women in their 90s, all different cultures, backgrounds.
the versatility they offer and the rich colors available. “Lately,
“Rustic” pays homage to her Indiana home and includes In his exhibit, “Let’s Talk
I’ve been loving color, so I’ve been doing a lot of work with pastel,
handmade barn wood frames that she made herself. About Roundabouts”
because I love throwing color on there.”
“Calligraphic” centers on another of Patty’s passions, Bruce offers us eleven
calligraphy, which she has been working on since the 80s. different conceptual
“I had to miss out on two trips due to the pandemic,” Alyssa
explains, “so this exhibit is very much for me, as well as anyone designs for public art in
Neighbors Exhibit Image painted by Craig Mullins
i A reception hosted by High Frequency Arts, held at Hub & Spoke, else who yearns to travel but cannot.” roundabouts. A common
will be on Friday, Sept 17th, 5-8:30 p.m. thread in Bruce’s work is his Liberation
response to physical, cultural, and by Bruce Loewenthal
psychological architectural culture.
Through his work, he enjoys telling a
thought-provoking story. These designs are concepts for
artwork that is focused on the life of the vehicular person.
Bruce wants to create intriguing public art that will delight
and awaken people as well as spark a conversation with
decision-makers in Hamilton County about new concepts
for roundabout sculptures. “Public art is the rare place
where personal vision and public space combine for new
experiences which involve both artist/designer and anyone
who views the work.”
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SHOWCASE EXHIBITS AT NICKEL PLATE ARTS
Nickel Plate Arts | Stephenson House | 107 South 8th Street | Noblesville, Indiana
MAY JULY
ANTHONY SCHILLACI MARIANNE GLICK
SCHILLACI SHOWCASE EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY
Anthony Schillaci shares his artwork at Nickel Many Nickel Plate Arts supporters are familiar with Marianne
Plate Arts in the Stephenson House, with Glick’s colorful, contemporary, abstract paintings, frequently
a collection of portrait and figure studies, featuring nature - landscapes, seascapes, cityscapes, or flowers.
landscapes, and other enchanting works. Learn about Anthony, in his Well, hold on to your hats because Marianne is featuring
own words: something completely new in her July exhibit at the Stephenson House – faces!
Tony became interested in drawing as a seventh-grader with a sister, Marianne says, “The pieces are different than anything I’ve ever seen before. It’s really
who never stopped encouraging him to create. In the early 70s as entirely new – even for people who have seen my work in the past.”
a Vietnam Veteran, he enrolled in undergraduate courses at the
American Academy of Art in Chicago and was fortunate enough to And that’s exciting not only for fans of her work but for Marianne herself. “I’m really
have great teachers like Bill Parks, Irving Shapiro, and Douglas Graves. jazzed. With all that’s gone on in the past year or so, I haven’t felt this creative in a while,”
Marianne added, “This collection has really caused a spark that has reignited my passion
In the early 80s, Tony returned to art once more by taking evening for painting.”
life classes with instructor Max Randt. Randt quickly became a
great friend. Every Sunday, Tony and Max enjoyed traveling around While Marianne has always enjoyed art, she didn’t become an artist herself until she was
Northern Illinois painting en Plein. With a strong interest in Portrait retired. “I hope this inspires other people at a transition period in their life,” she said. “So
and figure painting, Tony enrolled in the Arts Students League under many people say that they can’t paint. If I can start at 55, then, yes, you can too. And it
the guidance of Max Ginsberg who Tony labels as a master and was Fredo Visuals Montage by Frederick Durham Missing You by Marianne Glick can give you a lot of pleasure.“
grateful to have him as a teacher.
Today, Tony’s artistic goal for the last several years has been painting/ JUNE
drawing every day without fail, trying to improve, in order to paint “that
one masterpiece.”
FREDERICK DURHAM AUGUST
STREETS OF GOLD MICHAEL JACK
“Streets of Gold” showcases the photography of MY FAVORITE PLACES
Frederick Durham.
Michael Jack considers himself an explorer and lifelong
Receiving his first digital camera from his grandfather sparked learner. Others would agree, but would also add in
Frederick’s fascination with photography at a young age. “[He] was ‘incredible photographer.’ After retiring in 2008 as a finance
the one who got me started: got me a camera, got me a printer, got it controller from a Fortune 500 company, he focused his passion on photography.
instilled in me young. I ventured away, but it stayed with me. He wasn’t a
professional photographer but he is one I look up to.” Michael enjoys capturing the ruggedness and beauty of landscapes across the
country. When considering options for photography destinations, he scopes out
While going to Vincennes University for web design, Frederick felt it beautiful landscapes that will capture the story that he wants the image to tell.
really wasn’t what he wanted to do. “My mom put in my ear, ‘You like to
take pictures, go for photography.’” He picked his camera up and never In the spirit of being a lifelong learner, Michael is passionate about putting on
turned back. After spending a semester in the darkroom working on photography workshops with other experienced photographers in the industry.
black-and-white film, he transferred to Ivy Tech and shifted his focus to
digital photography. Michael is an active participant in several organizations that embrace the art of
photography. He is a member of Nickel Plate Arts, a juried member of the Hamilton
One subject Frederick never tires of capturing is landscapes. “Not County Artists’ Association, and participates in several photography clubs.
everyone sees the world the same way. People walk past simple things
and don’t realize how beautiful they really are. I like to capture those You can see Michael’s work in his upcoming art exhibit “My Favorite Places” in the
Hot Pepper by Anthony Schillaci items. I want everyone to have a warm feeling, to bring that joy into Stephenson House in August. His photography will feature landscapes in the Smoky
Mountains, coastal California, and more. Pieces will be available for purchase. Survivor by Michael Jack
everyone’s heart. I shoot for a lot of color, as color always brings you joy.”
i Join Frederick for his reception on June 12th, 5-8 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts.
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SHOWCASE EXHIBITS AT NICKEL PLATE ARTS
SHOWCASE EXHIBITS AT NICKEL PLATE ARTS
Nickel Plate Arts | Stephenson House | 107 South 8th Street | Noblesville, Indiana
SAVE-THE-DATE
NICKEL PLATE ARTS
PAINT THE TOWN
Wild Flowers 4 by John Dierdorf
MAKER FAIRE, ST. MICHAEL’S
SEPTEMBER STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL, &
JOHN DIERDORF When he’s not painting, John is busy with his career as an architect.
JUNETEENTH
June 19, 11 a.m.– 5 p.m.
Many things were put on hold this past year,
He said, “Time is always a challenge. A dozen or so years ago, I carved
out a corner of my home office for painting. You need to designate a
9th ANNIVERSARY GALA Noblesville Courthouse Square
one of which was in-person art shows. Abstract space where you have your set up so that you can get into the painting
Featuring Free to attend
THE NICKEL PLATE ARTS AWARDS The Nickel Plate Arts Maker Faire will showcase the
impressionist painter John Dierdorf hopes that’s mindset without dealing with getting stuff out and putting it away.” works of our talented local artisans and makers on
about to change.
September 23, 2021 the downtown Noblesville Courthouse Square. This
John said the artwork around his home is mostly his work. Fortunately, event will happen in conjunction with St. Michael’s
John’s work features outdoor scenes like gardens, flowers, and trees.
TRACY LINE
his wife is a huge fan. And, he added that she’s also a good critique Strawberry Festival, a beloved (and delicious!) annual
Recently he has created larger pieces – some as big as 6 ft. wide during the process which is helpful. Paintings come and go and move Hub & Spoke Design Center event! Come snack on a scrumptious strawberry
– and this new work will be showcased at his exhibit coming to the around their house. Some stack up in the basement until they find a Author 8100 E. 86th Street, Fishers, IN 46038 shortcake while perusing a variety of handmade
Stephenson House this fall. home. John said, “For artists, the next thing is what is most intriguing.” Reception: 5:30-6:30 p.m. goods, including wood items, handmade books,
Dinner and Awards Ceremony: 6:30–9 p.m. pottery, bath and body items, craft art, jewelry, home
decor, and more.
Nickel Plate Arts hosts its ninth annual anniversary Included in the day’s event is a dedicated
party with the Nickel Plate Arts Awards to celebrate Juneteenth Celebration with music, readings, and
OCTOBER our region’s thriving arts scene and recognize some activities. Don’t miss this family-friendly event!
JERRY DREESEN of our most inspiring artists and arts advocates.
MY CAREER RETROSPECTIVE
ANITA HOLLOWAY Join us at Hub & Spoke in Fishers to enjoy dinner and
Watercolor Artist drinks, live music, hands-on arts experiences and a
The arts have been part of Jerry Dreesen for live auction during our premier fundraiser of the year.
over 60 years. In his twenties, poetry was his Reservations are required and sponsorships are
passion, but in his fifties, Jerry fell in love with available.
painting and has been creating ever since.
To register for Hamilton County’s
“A lot of the work I’ve done, it just happens. I will see something most exclusive art event, visit:
that inspires me that I’d like to do in my own style. A lot of times it’s NickelPlateArts.org/gala
just something that stews in my head until it forms an image.” Jerry
prefers to paint in his study and stay there until he’s finished. “I’m a
fast painter. I prefer to get in the zone and do as much as I can.”
“My Career Retrospective” is the title of Jerry’s showcase this
October in the Stephenson house. He looks back on his decades of
artwork and feels that now is the time “because I’m 83 and I don’t
know how much longer I am going to be painting; I’m just being
practical.” Presented by:
Tulips in a Purple Vase by Jerry Dreesen Allegion,
Flair the Holloway
Experimentation is key for this self-taught artist. “The point is to
create something that you like, that makes you feel good, that you Hub & Spoke and
see and feel like you can interpret—is all that matters. If you like it, 317-544-8864 Jacquie’s Gourmet Catering
then it’s a success.”
anita.holloway@hotmail.com
18 NICKEL PLATE ARTS SUMMER ARTS GUIDE MARCH-OCTOBER 2021 19THAT’S A WRAP
welcome to
Fairyville
April 21-24 2021 RECAP Who’s Who:
MEET OUR NICKEL
n April of 2021, Nickel Plate Arts held our PLATE ARTS STAFF
most successful Welcome to Fairyville
We’ve had some new faces join our team in
event, in-person and around town. Based on
our estimations, approximately 1,500 people recent months, so here’s a quick rundown of
(and innumerable fairies) visited downtown who’s who and whom to contact about what:
Noblesville between April 21st-24th, 2021. The
weather mostly cooperated and our fairies
enjoyed in-person visiting.
We received a record number of fairy houses
JEANNE CLARK - She/Her
and had over 1000 votes in our Fairy House LES REINHARDT - She/Her
NobleMade Inventory Coordinator
Operations Manager
contest! jclark@nickelplatearts.org
lreinhardt@nickelplatearts.org
Jeanne is a photographer, member of
Les is a hardworking advocate for the arts.
Congratulations to our 2021 Fairyville House HCAA, and a history buff, with expertise
She serves as Executive Director of the
in holding modern conversations in
winners: Fishers Arts Council, in addition to her role
period vernacular. She has a closet full of
1st Place: Mossy Trail Road by Nora Estelle as Operations Manager for Nickel Plate
costumes from many centuries that she
Arts. She enjoys helping artists achieve
2nd Place: Six Steps to your Fairy Front Door made by hand - 1000 years of history. Contact Jeanne if you are an
their true potential and game night with her family. Contact Les if
by Parker Mortgage artist with strong Noblesville ties who would like to sell products at
you are interested in getting involved with an exhibit or program.
NobleMade.
3rd Place: The Social Butterfly by T&M Creations
Indy Family NICOLE AMSLER - She/Her
AILITHIR (AILI) MCGILL - She/Her
Communications Manager
Executive Director
namsler@nickelplatearts.org
Five Honorable Mentions: amcgill@nickelplatearts.org
Nicole is a multifaceted marketing
Be Fairy Fabulous (The Red Family) Aili is a creative soul who is always looking
specialist with many interests in the
Pixie Dreams (Laine Hodson and Layla Taylor) to gain new skills. She learned how to spin
art world. A playwright, producer, and
wool, make sausage, manage staff and
Midsummer’s Night Dream (Wendy Johnson) author, she also creates felt sculptures
create great guest experiences during her
The Fairy Wagon (Mary, Joey & Rizzie Randolf) and felt art. She is on the board of the
11 years at Conner Prairie, before coming
Indiana Writers Center and also serves
The Fairy Disco (Girl Scout Group 5067) to Nickel Plate Arts. She performs improv
The Social Butterfly by T&M Creations as the Communications Manager for the Noblesville Chamber of
comedy, raises organic vegetables, and draws nearly every day.
Indy Family Commerce.
Contact Aili about anything else.
Contact Nicole if you are interested in finding out what’s coming up
at Nickel Plate Arts or partnering with us on promotional events.
J.C. SEIG - They/Them
Guest Experience Coordinator COME VISIT US!
jseig@nickelplatearts.org
107 South 8th Street
J.C. is a graduate of Ball State University’s
Noblesville, Indiana 46060
Art History program and is devoted to
helping cultivate creativity and resources
for personal growth in our community. Wednesday-Friday: Noon - 5 p.m.
They also volunteer at the Museum of Saturdays: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Miniature Houses in Carmel and the Hamilton County Humane All other times by appointment.
Front
your Fairy Society. Contact J.C. if you want to get more connected with us or
Mossy Trail Road by Six Steps to Mortgage
Nora Estelle Pa rker are interested in becoming a partner. Plus, you can say hi to J.C. 317-452-3690 | nickelplatearts.org
Door by
whenever you visit our campus!
20 NICKEL PLATE ARTS SUMMER ARTS GUIDE MARCH-OCTOBER 2021 21HAMILTON COUNTY ARTISTS’ ASSOCIATION PRESENTS COMMUNITY • EDUCATION • ARTS (CEArts)
HEATWAVE THREE YEAR-ROUND CALLOUTS:
(No First Friday in August due to Art Fair on the Square) Community • Education • Arts CALLOUT for Arts-related podcast
August 6-28 | Free, donations accepted and short videos guests:
Regular gallery hours: Thurs. 1-3 pm., Fri., 1-4 pm, Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. @theroundtable is our podcast, where we discuss the Arts with
The Birdie Gallery of HCAA, 195 S. 5th St., Noblesville writers, musicians, and artists of all kinds. Contact us via email at
The Juried artists of HCAA presents Heatwave, a show inspired by info@cearts.org to be a guest!
summer. Come enjoy the First Friday event as art, light refresh- Episodes air on cearts.org, Fridays at 4 p.m.
ments, and demonstrations will be provided.
Community • Education • Arts CALLOUT for original artwork,
m e r
ART FAIR ON THE SQUARE SPONSORED BY HAMILTON COUNTY poetry/short prose, and music for online Arts Showcase exhibits
S u m
ARTISTS’ ASSOCIATION Deadlines: August 9, October 9, November 9
2021 Historic Noblesville Square | FREE
Saturday, August 7, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
The Annual Fair will feature over 40 vendors of fine art in painting,
Community • Education • Arts online Arts Showcase exhibits
opportunities:
We offer online Arts Showcase exhibits every couple of months,
jewelry, pottery, photography, and textiles. The Juried Fair is a fun each with its own web page featuring creative work of all kinds.
Arts Guide
opportunity to stroll the beautiful Noblesville Courthouse Square The themes listed below are for 2021 (themes may change each
and to purchase a quality piece of art. Shopping for artistic and year). Annual submission deadlines are:
appetite cravings are all satisfied during this exciting event. HCAA CH-CH-CHANGES: August 9
members will bring their supplies and create art on the square FALL & HALLOWEEN: October 9
Photo courtesy of Hamilton County Tourism
throughout the day. Come out to enjoy their creativity and meet WINTER & HOLIDAYS: November 9
our local artists (at a safe social distance, of course).
Community • Education • Arts 2022 edition of The Polk Street
HAMILTON COUNTY ARTISTS’ ASSOCIATION 1ST ANNUAL Review callout for writings (poetry, prose, song lyrics, recipes)
JURIED REGIONAL SHOW and artwork images. More information & downloadable
Friday, September 3 guidelines/submission form: cearts.org/home/the-polk-
FEATURED Reception 6-9 p.m. with Exhibit continuing through September 29,
during regular gallery hours: Thurs. 1-3 pm., Fri., 1-4 pm, Sat., 10-4 p.m.
street-review
PARTNER EVENTS The Birdie Gallery of HCAA, 195 S. 5th St., Noblesville Date-Specific Callouts, Workshops, Events, Opportunities:
Page & Stage Summer Drama Camp
Stayed tuned for more information about the HCAA’s first annual
JUNE-OCTOBER 2021 juried regional art show and exhibition. Camp runs June 14-July 24 with public perfomances at the end
For more info or to enroll, go to pageandstageco.org or call (765) 860-
HAMILTON COUNTY ARTISTS’ ASSOCIATION PRESENTS OPEN 7557. Great actors make great readers. We make both.
LENS
2021 NICE WORKSHOPS
THE BELFRY THEATRE Kids Days this year! This is the perfect opportunity for any young Friday, October 1
ALL WORKSHOPS CONNECT VIA ZOOM MEETING:
THE APPRENTICE PLAYERS HAVE TALENT entrepreneurs to sell their products! Reception 6-9 p.m. with Exhibit continuing through October 30, during
regular gallery hours: Thurs. 1-3 pm., Fri., 1-4 pm, Sat., 10-4 p.m. Meeting ID: 645 455 9081 | Passcode: NICE
Saturday, July 31, Courthouse Square, Downtown Noblesville
A talent show for youth ages 5-18 loosely based off of NBC’s MUSIC AND ALL THAT JAZZ The Birdie Gallery of HCAA, 195 S. 5th St., Noblesville
Every First Friday, July 2-October 1, 7–9 p.m. The Sixth Annual HCAA Open Lens Photography Exhibit and #1: Introduction to 2021’s Four Books & Passages
“America’s Got Talent,” during which each contestant submits a
Free music from Indiana musicians in downtown Noblesville. Competition is a judged exhibit with prizes awarded in several Zoom: Thursday, August 5, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
90-second audition video with aspirations of advancing to the
categories. The public is invited to visit this exciting exhibit at the You do not need to be familiar with the books or passages to
next round. The finalists from each age group will have 3 minutes
DUCK RACE Birdie Gallery during gallery hours and attend the October First participate in NICE!
to strut their stuff, to prove they are the best in their age category,
during a live, in-person event in downtown Noblesville. Admission July 24, 2:00–5:00 p.m. Friday opening reception.
Join us as we dump 2,000 ducks off the bridge! This is a sight you #2: Sula (1973) by Toni Morrison
to the final event is free and open to the community. i hcaa-in.org or info@hcaa-in.org
have got to see! Buy a duck for $5 and if it’s the first Ducky to cross Zoom: Thursday, August 19, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
i thebelfrytheatre.com and BelfryTheatreIN Facebook page the finish line you win $1000, second and third Ducky win $500 each!
THE LILIES OF THE FIELD
CARAVAN CLASSES #3: The Yellow Wallpaper (1892) by Charlotte Perkins Gilman
Zoom: Thursday, August 26, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
CHOCOLATE TRAIL ONLINE ART KITS
Show dates: Oct. 21-23, 28-30 at 8 p.m.; Oct. 24 and 31 at 2 p.m. September 3, 5–9 p.m. AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE 24/7
at Noblesville First UMC Celebration Hall, 2051 E. Monument St. Enjoy a sweet map event and stop at all the Chocolate Trail Sweet #4: A Wrinkle In Time (1962) by Madeleine L’Engle
Caravan Classes Studio, 92 S. 9th Street, Noblesville
The Belfry Theatre in Noblesville kicks off its 2021-22 season, Spots to get your map stamped and enjoy a chocolatey treat! Zoom: Thursday, September 2, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
Prices vary per kit
its 57th year, with “The Lilies of the Field,” a comedy/drama by
F. Andrew Leslie from the novel by William E. Barrett. Presented i More info & purchase: @CaravanClasses on Facebook or #5: Tarzan of the Apes (1912) by Edgar Rice Burroughs
FALL FEST
with permission by Dramatists Play Service. Directed by Linnea caravan-classes.square.site, or call 765-557-1969 Zoom: Thursday, September 9, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
October 1, time TBD in downtown Noblesville
Leatherman. Your favorite fall downtown event is back this year! We will be
i thebelfrytheatre.com or call 317-773-1085. releasing more information about timing, vendors and activities soon! 2021 NICE Creative Callout SUBMISSIONS Deadline
Thursday, September 23
NOBLESVILLE MAIN STREET
i noblesvillemainstreet.org
Patricia Ann Download Guidelines & Submission Form: cearts.org/home/
Thompson Garcia
nice
FARMERS MARKET HAMILTON COUNTY ARTISTS’ Writers, artists, musicians ~ creatives of all kinds ~ are encouraged
Saturdays, May 1-October 9, 8 a.m.–Noon to submit their inspired creations to us by September 23, and
Federal Hill Commons ASSOCIATION (HCAA) Westsideartiststudio.etsy.com are welcome to present their pieces in our September 30
The oldest and largest market in all of Hamilton County! FIRST FRIDAYS AND EXHIBIT Bababella17@gmail.com presentations event. Join us for our presentations event on
Attracting people from all over Indiana and highlighting over 70 June 4 - July 31 during regular gallery hours: Thurs. 1-3 pm., Fri., September 30 to see all the inspired works presented by their
local vendors, it is truly a destination on Saturday mornings in 1-4 pm, Sat., 10 am to 4 pm creators in our 2021 NICE project’s presentations event!
Noblesville!
195 S. 5th St., Noblesville | FREE, donations accepted
HCAA presents the continuing exhibit “All of Our Best,” a Juried Art- 2021 NICE Presentations Event
KIDS DAY AT THE NOBLESVILLE FARMERS MARKET Zoom: Thursday, September 30, 7-8 p.m. (EST)
ists Members competition in 2-D, 3-D and Photography. The exhibit
August 14 and September 18
features current and superior examples of local creativity. Winners i CEArts.org or email info@cearts.org
Federal Hill Commons
have been selected by independent jurors. Come enjoy this First
The Noblesville Farmers Market is excited to welcome back TWO
Friday event featuring art, light refreshments, and demonstrations.
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FEATURED PARTNER EVENTS
JUNE-OCTOBER 2021
FISHERS ARTS COUNCIL WHITE RIVER SOUND CHORUS
MONTHLY RECEPTIONS REHEARSAL
6-8 p.m. at the Art Gallery at City Hall, Fishers: 6/11, 7/9, Every Tuesday starting May 11, 7-9 p.m.
8/13, 9/10, 10/15 | FREE Ivy Tech in Lawrence | FREE
Join us each month as we celebrate our artists in the gallery Visit the White River Sound Chorus as they start in person
along with our Alcove Featured Artists, accompanied by live rehearsals for the first time in over a year! Parking is available in the
music. lot on the east side of the Ivy Tech campus.
i whiteriversoundchorus.org
ASSET PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES
6:30-8 p.m. at Hub & Spoke: 6/17, 8/19, 10/28 | FREE
Fishers Arts Council, Nickel Plate Arts, and Hub & Spoke IMPROBABLE FICTION THEATRE COMPANY
present a series of professional development panels providing WAITING FOR GODOT
Teeter Retreat, Noblesville | $15 per ticket
the skills that artists are asking for.
June 5, 6, 12, 13, 7 p.m.
SPARK! OF CREATIVITY AT THE ART GALLERY AT CITY HALL i iftheatrecompany.org
June 26, 3-7 p.m. | $5 Donation
Try your hand at fiber arts, movement, music, and more during FISHERS MUSIC WORKS
our drop-in introductory sessions in a variety of creative “THE SOUNDS OF AMERICA”
expressions. A $5 donation lets you try it all! Legacy Bible Church | 2140 Greenfield Ave, Noblesville
$12 per ticket, children 17 & under are free
ART ON THE PRAIRIE AT CONNER PRAIRIE June 27, 4 p.m.
August 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | FREE with Conner Prairie Admission Fishers Music Works presents “The Sounds of America”, featuring
Enjoy live music as you stroll through 50 juried artists and patriotic and American favorites performed by White River Wind
artisans on the beautiful grounds of Conner Prairie. Find the Symphony
perfect piece of jewelry, fine art, and more!
i fishersmusicworks.org
HARVEST FEST AT HERITAGE GARDENS AT WHITE RIVER
September 12, 12-7 p.m. | FREE
Fishers Parks and Recreation Foundation, Fishers Arts Council
and Fishers Police Corps join together for the second annual
Harvest Fest. Enjoy live music, tasty treats, artists, artisans,
crafters, makers and more! Spend a day at the Ambassador
NoblesvilleMainStreet.org
House gardens and take home some treasures.
i bit.ly/fishersevents
A Proud Supporter of Downtown Noblesville and Nickel Plate Arts.
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