IN
OUR  GALLERY:
Art…One Stitch at a Time
September 11 to October 17, 2008
A statewide exhibition of needle art from Sun Region members of the Embroiderers’ Guild of America
Beast Feast 2008
October 30, 2008
A fundraiser for the Leesburg Center for the Arts held under the oaks of the Mote Morris House featuring exotic and unusual meats as the centerpiece. Tickets are $25.
Watercolors by Artist Lynn Ferris
January 8 to February 13, 2009
An amazing exhibit by nationally known watercolor artist Lynn Ferris.
32nd Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival and Jazz on the Square
March 7 and March 8, 2009
Over 140 artist from across the nation are featured on the streets of Historic Downtown Leesburg. Great Jazz entertainment on the Town Square stage, activities for children at the Leesburg Center for the Arts, and a classic car show all weekend.
Student Art Exhibit and Leesburg Art Association Spring Show
March 7 to March 31, 2009
2 Gallery exhibits featuring the student art from Leesburg’s area schools and the Leesburg Art Association’s Spring Show.
4th Annual “Art in the Gardens”
May 9, 2009
Some of the most beautiful private gardens and some of the most talented Plein Air Artists come together for “Art in the Gardens.” Tour these gardens and watch the artists at work. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 the day of the event. The garden inspired artwork will be on display through May 30.
Art Classes
June and July, 2009
The Rotary Summer Art Institute features art classes for students from ages 4 to 18. The Student Art Exhibit will be on display through July 31 in the gallery of the Leesburg Center for the Arts.
Ridiculously Beautiful Art by PJ Commerford
September 10 to October 16, 2009
Internationally collected by celebrities and art enthusiasts alike, PJ Commerford shares her obvious affection for the unconventional in fine art.
32nd Annual
Leesburg Fine Art Festival
March 7 and 8, 2009
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Over 140 fine artists
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Live entertainment on the Town Square Stage
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Food by Little Joe’s Concessions
· “Jazz on the Square”
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Student Art Exhibit in the gallery of the Leesburg Center for the
Arts
The
2009 Collectors Circle
What is the Collectors Circle?
The Collectors Circle is an elite group of art patrons supporting the Leesburg Center for the Arts and the Leesburg Fine Art Festival by pre-committing funds to purchase art during the Festival.
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What does
a member receive?
$250
in purchase vouchers (minimum)
VIP treatment at the Collectors Circle Hospitality
Suite
A personal shopper (by request)
Secure storage of purchases while you are at the
festival
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VIP
Parking
An exclusive invitation to the Artists’
Award Reception
A private viewing of works selected for awards
by the judges.
Artist meet and greet
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Why
is the Collectors Circle important?
Because
we can guarantee buyers at the Festival, your
participation ensures the representation of the finest,
nationally known artists
to participate in the Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival
Shows your support of the Leesburg Center for the
Arts and its children’s programs
Promotes quality
cultural programs and events for Leesburg and the surrounding
communities
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call
365-0232 for more info on how to join Collector’s Circle
WISH
LIST:
The
Center for the Arts needs the following items: A digital camera,
solid color tablecloths and fabric, copy paper, any art supplies
(paint, glue, paper, mat board scraps), handyman tools and stamps.
VOLUNTEER
NEWS
Gallery Greeter volunteers are needed for Mondays from 11am to 3pm and Fridays from 9am to 12pm in the Gallery.
If you are interested in volunteering for the 32nd Annual Leesburg Fine Art Festival, please call us at 352-365-0232. The festival will be held March 7 and 8, 2009 in Historic Downtown Leesburg.
“The
arts teach us to respect both the diversity of our communities and
the strength of our traditions.” -Makoto Fujimura
If
you are not already a member of the Leesburg Center for the Arts,
consider joining us! For as little as $100 annually, you can help
to create and imagine a better world for Leesburg. Call us at 352-365-0232
for membership information.
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