Creative Persistence: Lessons from a Long-Term Project; An Artist Talk by Claudia Retter

Join us Sunday, June 11 at 2:00-4:00 pm at our studio
This event is Free and open to the public.
Light refreshments will be served.

Photographer and book artist Claudia Retter presents an "illustrated reading" of her handmade artist book, The Flying Adventures of Two Candy Cane Pen Friends, then follows with her Artist Talk, Creative Persistence: Lessons from a Long-Term Project.

In her talk, Retter takes us through the history of creating Flying Adventures, and how the quest to bring a single handmade book to a larger audience not only continues to shape the project's trajectory, but also transforms its creator. While told from an artist's perspective, Retter touches on universal themes that inspire audiences to see their own projects' successes and failures as part of a bigger picture. Read more

Learn more about Claudia Retter

Reservations are not required, but are helpful.
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Opening Reception: Schiller Park Art: Celebrating 150 years!

The German Village Art Committee is proud to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Schiller Park, Columbus Ohio, with a collection of artworks reflecting its character, history and beauty!

Opening Reception:  Sunday, April 23 from 2-4
Location: German Village Meeting Haus, 588 S. Third St., Columbus, Ohio, 43215

Core Member, Judith Steele's reduction relief print "Snow for Christmas (2004)" will debut at this reception! Only silver ink + black or white ink were used to create this snowy scene set near Schiller Pond and the Huntington Gardens.
(See a detail from this print below)

"I love snow! I am so excited to say that the final print captured my personal memory of that snowy day and the beauty of a cold winter's day." said Steele

The exhibit runs through June 1st during regular Visitors Center hours (M-F 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.).

CCAD Students Visit Studio

"Phoenix Rising is a wonderful resource for my students. Every spring semester, my class takes a field trip to their premises where my students learn about the Cooperative and see the beautiful work that the members make. These artists have always been generous with their time and gracious with the sharing of their art and knowledge."
Kathy Lynn McGhee
Associate Professor: Division of Fine Arts; Area Coordinator of Printmaking
Columbus College of Art & Design

Our members welcomed Assoc. Prof. Kathy McGhee, Christine Mannix, CCAD rare books librarian (and a printmaker) and 13 printmaking students to our studio on April 12.

Capital University Students at our Studio

Capital University Printmaking students visited our studio and created solar plates (etching plates) under the instruction of core member, Anne Cushman, the class developed their plates and printed proofs.  A good time was had by all. 

View photos of the students in action and their prints!

"I felt like today was a milestone in quality art making for the Capital University art program. I am very thankful to you and to Anne for making today happen. We at Capital are so fortunate to have you and your talents in our midst."
Jeffrey Shaw, Professor of Art at Capital University

"Our students loved their visit to Phoenix. We had 13 students! They all developed and printed a proof of their plate, they also cleaned up and helped pick up! All in 3 hours!  I couldn't be more proud of my wonderful perfect students! They did a great job on their solar plates!!!"
Eliana Calle-Saari, Adjunct Art Faculty at Capital University and Core Member with Phoenix Rising Printmaking Cooperative

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 Linoleum Relief print by Jessica Depp.

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3 Divergent Views

3 Divergent Views
Works by 3 Women Printmakers
featuring Jennifer Cross, Mary Batstone Woodworth & Anne Cushman

at the Marcia Evans Gallery
8 E Lincoln St, Short North Arts District, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Opening on Gallery Hop, Saturday, February 4th from 5 to 7 pm

below image, from left: Detail of Rejoined by Jennifer Cross, Still Water by Mary Batstone Woodworth, & detail of Shore Currents by Anne Cushman