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Riffe Gallery Hosts Showcase of Ohio Art League Work
by Shane Cartmill
 The Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery will present an exhibition showcasing the art of Ohio Art League members. Made In Ohio / Diverse Sources will be on view July 28 through October 16, 2005. The exhibition, curated by Annegreth Nill, will feature work from 19 of the organization’s members.
Made In Ohio reflects the diversity of the 96-year-old organization by including Ohio Art League artists born between 1930 and 1982, with every decade represented. Generational and individual differences will give visitors an understanding of the sources of and influences on each artist’s creativity. The mixed media exhibition includes traditional mediums such as painting, photography and sculpture with an infusion of digital technology, collage, assemblage and abstraction.
The Ohio Art League, formerly the Columbus Art League, was established in 1909 as an organization for artists and supporters of the arts and has a commitment to organizing contemporary, thought-provoking art exhibitions that make art a relevant part of everyday life. Each year OAL invites prominent curators for its annual curated exhibitions. Made In Ohio continues OAL’s efforts to keep membership varied, engaged and vibrant.
Made In Ohio exhibits work by the following artists: Art Beery; Laura Bidwa; Bridgette Bogle; Philip Brou; Louise Captein; Dennis Dawson; Betsy DeFusco; Warren Fry; Linda Gall; Cheong-Ah Hwang; Tamara Jaeger; Marty Kalb; Kojo Kamau; Rory Krupp; Melinda McDaniel; Robert Metzger; Francis Schanberger; Suzanne Silver; and Molly Uline-Olmstead.
Three events will be held in conjunction with this exhibition; all are free and open to the public:
On Thursday, July 28, from 5 - 7 p.m., the Riffe Gallery will host a free public opening reception.
A free exhibition tour with curator Annegreth Nill will be offered on Friday, July 29, from 12 – 1 p.m. Nill will explain how the exhibition transcends the geographic parameters of the Ohio Art League’s membership while highlighting the rich diversity of the work included in Made In Ohio.
The Riffe Gallery will offer children and their adult companions an opportunity to learn the basics of creative photography with Made In Ohio artist Francis Shanberger on Sunday, September 25, from 2 – 4 p.m. Using digital cameras, participants will use their photos and additional art materials to create one-of-a-kind T-shirts. Materials will be provided. The event is free for children 8 and above, $3.00 for adults. The event is recommended for children 8 and older and is limited to 40 participants. For reservations, e-mail Mary Gray at mary.gray@oac.state.oh.us or call 614/728-2239.
The Riffe Gallery will offer free group tours Tuesday through Friday throughout the run of the exhibition. To schedule a group tour contact Riffe Gallery Director Mary Gray at mary.gray@oac.state.oh.us or 614/728-2239.
The Ohio Arts Council’s Riffe Gallery showcases the work of Ohio's artists and curators, exhibitions produced by the Ohio Arts Council’s International Program and the collections of the region’s museums and galleries. The Riffe Gallery’s Education Program seeks to increase public appreciation and understanding of those exhibitions.
The gallery is located in the Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts, State and High Streets, Columbus, OH. Gallery hours are Tuesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Saturday 12-8 p.m. and Sunday 12-4 p.m. Closed Monday and state holidays. Admission is free. For information, call the Riffe Gallery at 614/644-9624 or visit us on the web at www.riffegallery.org.
The Ohio Arts Council is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally and economically.
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Click here to view a selection of images from the exhibition.
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