Mid Illini Art Show

Art from Area High Schools-Gallery 3R

11:00-5:00 April 15, 18, 19, 20

Reception: Thursday, April 20, 5:00-7:00pm

https://sites.google.com/view/midilliniartshow/home 

The Mid Illini Art Show is an annual gathering of great student artwork from all participating Mid Illini high schools. Each school is allowed to submit up to 26 pieces of 2-D, 3-D, and photography combined. The work is then judged by a group of professional artists and art teachers outside of the district.

Salsa at CAC

Friday, April 21, 2023

Every 3rd Friday

Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm

Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero

Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight - music by of Eduardo Caballero

ADMISSION AT THE DOOR ONLY: $8.00 nonmembers, $5.00 CAC members

No partner is required. Mostly Salsa music is played but also Cha Cha, Bachata, Merengue, Tango, Reggaeton, R&B, Cumbia and Latin styled pop and R&B also. Bring your own food and drink or order take out from the Rhythm Kitchen. Pop, water and ice for sale on the floor for $1.00.

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Artwork Retrieval:  Artwork may be picked up April 18-22 at Contemporary Art Center. Retrieval times: Tuesday and Wednesday 11-5:00, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 11-8:00.  Contact William or Darlene at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria for alternate retrieval times. via [email protected] or call or text 309-674-6822 during business hours, Tuesday-Saturday 11-5:00.

UPCOMING EXHIBITS:

Preston Jackson: Biographical Tracings

April 29-June 19, 2023 - Preston Jackson Gallery

Offering a surreal but personal form of reality, Preston’s energetic work is filled with stylized figures inspired from nature and childhood experiences. This series of paintings reads like chapters from a fantastic memoir. Preston is also busy with commissions and continues to garner accolades with the City of Decatur naming a park after him. The exhibit will culminate with his special presentation at the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Celebration on Sunday, June 18th, 6:30-8:30pm.

Morgan Elser: The Other Side of Joy

April 29-June 19, 2023 - Gallery 3R

23 years ago, Delavan artist Morgan Elser discovered her passion for creating in three dimensions and has since explored many mediums including bronze, fiber, stone, stainless steel and found objects. As she progresses, a story also unfolds.

CALL TO ARTISTS: Flowers for Ukraine

June 30-August 11, 2023 - Preston Jackson Gallery

CALL TO ARTISTS: We are seeking art that depicts sunflowers, in either realistic or abstract manner, as they have long been a symbol of Ukrainian national identity and a symbol of peace, long before Russia’s assault on Ukraine. Compositions could also utilize the colors of the Ukrainian flag. Follow the link for more information and Prospectus and Registration: Call to Artists - Flowers for Ukraine - Contemporary Art Center of Peoria (peoriacac.org)

Seeking wine and gift item donations for future receptions and raffle baskets

Contact Darlene or William via email, [email protected] or phone, 309-674-6822

Photographer Seeks Subjects

Photographer Qingjun Huang seeks subjects to immortalize in a photograph. He wants to photograph some people in Central Illinois in the next few months as Fuji is sponsoring him to participate in a traveling international group photography exhibition. So far, he has created one of Peorian Whitney Jensen, that was displayed in his exhibit at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria in 2022.

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UPCOMING EVENTS:

Live at the Five Spot: ZA FUNK! (Soul, Funk, Blues)

Friday, April 28, 2023 ~ 6:30-8:30pm

Every 2nd & 4th Friday

BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $12-nonmembers, $8-members, + fees

(till 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $16-nonmembers, $12-Members

Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

Thursday, May 4, 2023 ~ 8:00-10:00pm

Every 1st & 3rd Thursday

BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets.  

Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.

Feature Poet: Whois Ardimus, the poet

1st Friday Studio Tour

Friday, May 5, 2023 ~ 5:00-9:00pm ~ free event

Visit the Contemporary Art Center Resident Artist Studios where artists create, display and sell their work. Enjoy the unique and creative talents of local artists. While here, enjoy art exhibits in three galleries.

Live at the Five Spot: Cousin Eddie (Lite Rock)

Friday, May 12, 2023 ~ 6:30-8:30pm

Every 2nd & 4th Friday

BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $12-nonmembers, $8-members, + fees

(till 5:00pm the day of event) Tickets at the door*: $16-nonmembers, $12-Members

Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.

Combined Reception

Saturday, May 13, 2023, 6:30-8:30

Live music by John Miller and Mike Nellas, complimentary drinks and snacks - free admission, donation requested. Meet the exhibiting artists and view their artwork in three galleries.

Preston Jackson: Biographical Tracings - April 29-June 19 - Preston Jackson Gallery

Morgan Elser: The Other Side of Joy - April 29-June 19, 2023 - Gallery 3R

*Seeking Donations for wine and food. Contact Darlene for information.

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

Thursday, May 18, 2023 ~ 8:00-10:00pm

Every 1st & 3rd Thursday

BUY TICKETS in Advance Online at 309tix: $8-nonmembers, $5-members, $3-poets + fees (until 6pm day of event). Tickets at the door: $12-nonmembers, $9-members, $5-poets.  

Tickets at door are sold only if max capacity is not reached.

Feature Poet: Tracy (T-Spirit) Stanton

Salsa at CAC

Friday, May 26, 2023

Every 3rd Friday

Introductory Dance Lesson: 8:30-9:30 pm

Learn the basics of several Latin Dances by Eduardo & Beverly Caballero

Open Dancing: 9:30-midnight - music by of Eduardo Caballero

ADMISSION AT THE DOOR ONLY: $8.00 nonmembers, $5.00 CAC members

Sponsor a Band

Please consider sponsoring your favorite band. It is possible that a band may not be booked unless they are sponsored. Listed below are bands that need your full or partial sponsorship to make the event successful.

Contact William Butler, Executive Director, at 309-674-6822 to discuss sponsorship.

ZA Funk!-Local, Cousin Eddie-Local, Dexter O'Neal and Funk Yard-Local

Featured Artist:

Colelman 'Coke' Mattingly

Coke’s interest in photography as art began with his life in the military, serving in Germany and Vietnam. As a young soldier he was exposed to many different vistas and people in the world. Some of his photographs were originally taken in Vietnam in 1971.

For just a $50/year Artist Membership, artists may improve online promotion online with a mini website that links to your personal websites and other sites like Instagram, connect with new patrons with automatic inclusion in three annual artist member exhibits and receive discounts on every gallery purchase, event and class. Obtain a membership online or during business hours or events.