News From Terre Haute, Indiana

July 8, 2010

Associate Members show at Art Gallery in Rockville


The Tribune-Star

ROCKVILLE — Through Aug. 1, associate members of the Covered Bridge Art Association will have their work on display. Those participating are from throughout the Wabash Valley, northern Illinois and Indiana, and Wisconsin. A reception for the artists will conclude the exhibit from 2-4 p.m. Aug. 1. Everyone is invited to enjoy the food and conversation with the artists.

The artwork was judged by Chiz Henrichs of Brazil. She is well-known for her artwork, specializing in watercolor and china painting. She is also a special friend of the Art Gallery.

All the artwork is for sale but cannot be removed until the end of the show. There are also displays by local artists that are available both for sale and immediate removal.

Those viewing this show are invited to choose their favorite entry.  A “Most Popular” award will be given at the end of the show.

 The Art Gallery is on the north side of the Historic Square in Rockville. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily except Tuesdays (when the gallery is closed) and 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.  For more information, call (765) 569-9422 or visit www.coveredbridgeartgallery.com. Admission is free.

Other awards besides

those pictured are:

1st place: “Colorific,” wood by Debbie Anderson of Carbon

2nd place: “Navajo Youth,” watercolor by Julie Bricker of Brazil; “And the Flowers All Fly,” wood veneer by Robert Foor; “Queen Anne’s Meadow,” oil by Darlene Lenz of Cedar Lake; “Ike and Tina,” a photo by Jim McMullen of Terre Haute

3rd place: “Kristen Stewart,” colored pencil by Julie Bricker of Brazil; “Hanging Around,” acrylic on wood by Monty Jones of Terre Haute; “Flow Blue,” oil by Jane Lubbehusen of Terre Haute; “Foggy Morn,” photo by Rob Robbins of Terre Haute

 Honorable Mention: “Thunderheads,” acrylic by Karen LeVan of Center Point; “Lotus Blossom,” photo by Jim McMullen of Terre Haute; “Captain Jack Sparrow,” oil by Mary Ann Maher of Clinton; “Mediterranean Muse,” collage by Laura Mason of Terre Haute; “Sunset,” watercolor by Laura Mason of Terre Haute