“Urban Ankh Restoration Inc (UAR Inc) a nonprofit corporation, is hosting its 1st Annual Winter Art Fundraiser. We will be featuring artists and their work and how It relates to Mental Health. It is our hope to bring awareness and create a positive outlet for the community. Please join us for an evening of the Arts, great food, music, and fun! For any questions, call 215-264-5944”

Ticket sales: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/173841112447

"Art is anything you can get away with while painting what you love." - Marion Weachter

Marion Weachter's latest collection of artwork is coming to Mulberry Art Studios this October. Flowjects, which features- you guessed it! flowers and objects!- will open with a First Friday Reception on October 1st from 5pm until 9 pm, and run until the end of October. Mulberry Art Studios is located in historic downtown Lancaster at 19-21 North Mulberry Street and offers free parking in their private lot.

So where did the unique title for this collection come from? Marion liked the way it sounded edgy while also perfectly encapsulating the pieces that make up this collection. "Some of the pieces the flower is the main subject and in other pieces the object is the main feature" she explains. Marion felt challenged to create one- of- a- kind pieces of art. She is inspired by many factors when deciding what to paint- it could be the subject, the way something moves or catches her eye. She thinks about the color selection very carefully and the complimentary colors that would look beautiful together. And from each of these small pieces, has grown a stunning body of work.

Marion Weachter was born and raised in West Willow, PA and moved to Manheim, PA in 2012. As a child, Marion always loved art and grew up with the notion that she would go to Art School. That dream never came true for her. She had children and really didn’t think about art for many years through her young adulthood. Then came some very difficult years, as she lost both her parents and her spouse. "I call it grief numb; I was grief numb for several years," shares Marion. "In 2015, I was invited to a paint night. I never painted with acrylics prior to this, I fell in love with art all over again. I went to a few more paint nights and realized I wanted to continue learning and growing in this medium. I googled free acrylic art lessons and there I found YouTube Artist such as The Art Sherpa, Cinnamon Cooney along with several other Artists who taught me the do’s and don’ts to acrylic painting. I have grown so much as an Artist over the last few years. I realized that painting continues to help me deal with my grief numb. My husband passed from a heart attack; the painting on my business card along with the quote
“Creating Art from the Heart” reflects the matters of my heart."

Mulberry Studios Artist, Jason Lichty creates another sea life painting for Boston area restaurant "Tempo." Titled "Aquatic Harmony," this acrylic on canvas panel painting measures 5 feet by 16 feet and took 480 hours to complete. For more information or to contact the artist go to leolastainedglass.com.

Jason Lichty would like to use the image of the painting to create awareness for the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and it's conservation and watershed initiatives called "Save the Bay" as they apply to the local area and the greater Susquehanna River basin. Their website is http://www.cbf.org

Kevin Bedgood will be returning to Mulberry Art Studios this September with Dreams, his latest collection of sculpted wood art. A First Friday Reception will be held from 5pm until 9pm on Friday, September 3rd, and the exhibit will run until the end of the month. 

Dreams is about the future.  This show is an exploration of design and relationship concepts, seeking new directions of artistic expression.  Kevin has been actively experimenting with new tools and processes, playing with negative space and how it relates to the shapes around it. For him, it is about working with brand new shapes, ideas and studying the visual impact made by his pieces.

“You will notice a variety of "paths" that I have been traveling as I look to the future, all have some similarities,” Kevin says. “Curves and arcs leading to a common destination, pairs of forms that are either opposing each other or leading to each other.  These are concepts that I will continue to integrate into future projects.”

Kevin Bedgood has been working with wood since childhood, although the last 25 years has been an intense exploration of the boundaries of woodturning.  The primary tool for his sculpting is a wood lathe.  A true master of his craft, he is highly sought after as a teacher and demonstrator and has traveled all over the US and as far away as Australia to share his craft.

He regularly pushes beyond the normal limitations of lathe work to produce amazing, large scale pieces.  Often his pieces will involve turning multiple pieces of wood; then segmenting them and reassembling the pieces in such a way as to integrate the disparity of design into a coherent piece that creates a sense of movement and evokes an emotional response or memory.

For more information please visit www.mulberryartstudios.com

The Art of Mosaic will be featured at Mulberry Art Studios throughout the month of September. The exhibit showcases Karen Stadden’s collection of

wall hangings and bird baths made from glass, mirror tile, ceramic, and stone. The inspiration behind this body of work was “Everything from personal and historic events, to my faith and love of nature, all expressed with an emphasis on symmetry,” Karen says.

The Art of Mosaic opens with a First Friday Reception from 5pm-9pm on September 3rd. Mulberry Art Studios is located in historic downtown Lancaster at 21 North Mulberry Street.

“I think what drew me to the art of mosaic was how it challenges you to fit all the pieces together,” explains Karen. “Sometimes you have to cut and nip again; other times the tesserae just fall into place. Persistence is rewarded by a finished piece. I think there’s a metaphor here.”

Karen Stadden had no formal art training but has been independently developing her mosaic craft for more than ten years, and retirement has afforded her lots of time to devote to her art.

Karen was born in Shenandoah PA and considers herself a “coal miner’s daughter.” She moved to Lancaster in 1969 to attend Millersville State College (now MU) and received a BS in Education in 1972. After several years of substitute teaching, she taught English at Penn Manor High School for 25 years. Karen is married to the love of her life, Dave, whom she met in college and who tirelessly helps her with all of the technical aspects of creating her pieces: wood finishing, photographing, etc. The couple has two children and three grandchildren.

For more info and directions to the gallery, please visitwww.mulberryartstudios.comor call the gallery at 717-295-1949.

Jill Brinser of Hermione Paints has shown her stunning artwork at Mulberry Art Studios three years in a row during the We Love Our Pets Exhibit, but this June she will be filling the gallery space with a collection all her own- Elements and Personalities, Realistic Still Lifes and Portraits by Hermione Paints. The show opens with a First Friday Reception on June 4 from 5pm-9pm at Mulberry Art Studios, 21 North Mulberry Street in historic downtown Lancaster.

After 28 years of design and advertising, Jill Brinser seized an opportunity to reinvent herself as an acrylic painter. In late 2018, she rekindled a long-ignored passion for fine art. A resident of Elizabethtown, PA, Jill has shown her work at area shows and businesses and keeps a running list of styles and subjects to explore. She holds a BFA from Tyler School of Art, Temple University. Jill is an active member of the Hershey Area Art Association and identifies her work under the name Hermione Paints.

"I’m fascinated by details that often go overlooked" says Brinser, "reflections, highlights and shadows and textures that reveal the quirks of the everyday. I’m drawn to still lifes and portraits for the challenge of capturing an object or a person in a new way, drawing out details that give life to the subject. The hallmark of my painting is a strong color theme with saturated, heavy-body paints to draw out those unique qualities. I like to experiment with a colorful underpainting, because I love the surprise of seeing those colors peek through the layers. Most times I paint larger than life, cropping in tightly, as if you could reach in and touch the subject. At first, my work may look like a photo, but I intentionally incorporate subtle brushstrokes and imperfections as a reminder that the composition is MY interpretation of real life rather than a replica of it. I get enjoyment when people realize my paintings aren’t photos, that they aren’t what they THINK they see. And the real joy for me is if my art stirs a good memory or simply makes someone smile.”

"I was excited to be invited to exhibit at Mulberry Art Studio, because it gave me a reason to work through some of my "list to try". I wasn’t sure how all of my ideas would relate to one another, but I knew that with each painting, I was revealing something meaningful to me. The glint in an eye, the reflection on a favorite bottle of wine, the shine on a classic car—I love drawing out these tiny details that give life to a subject and its story. After completing 17 still lifes, I noticed commonalities among them—the objects fell into categories of metal, glass, food or nature, and they became Part 1, “Elements.” Part 2 of this show is the “Personalities” portrait series. I took on a study of six people I know, and my goal was to capture the essence of the person, highlighting their distinctive features that make you want to look and know more. I wanted to challenge myself with different ages, expressions, characteristics, skin tones and textures. Painting 23 canvases in 10 months was a fun way to pass the time during an uncertain year. I think it’s best to see them in person. My hope is that people will come out and support the area businesses and stop by the studio!"

For more information and directions to the gallery please visit www.mulberryartstudios.com. See more from this fantastic artist at

https://www.hermione-paints.com/

https://www.instagram.com/hermione_paints/

Abstract Spectrum, 17 year old Joseph James Roach's first solo show, will be on exhibit at Mulberry Art Studios this April. Abstract Spectrum opens with a First Friday Reception on April 2nd from 5pm-9pm, and will run throughout the month of April. April is Autism awareness month and Joseph is excited to share his work during such an important month. "I'm Autistic but mostly Artistic," explains Joseph. "I spend hours creating, and everything I create comes out different. I have a passion to see others find their full potential." Joseph's goal is to go to other schools and share with struggling students that if they don't give up amazing things can happen.

Joseph struggled quite a bit himself at school, trying to find his niche. Finally in 8th grade, his art teacher Julia Hibshman at Manheim Central Middle School let him just do his thing. What was at first simply scribbles, soon developed into intricate and eye catching abstract art pieces with the encouragement of Mrs Hibshman. An incredibly prolific artist, Joseph's work grew rapidly into a collection of vibrant pieces that became Abstract Spectrum.

10% of all proceeds will be donated to Aaron's Acres.

A new exhibit will be coming to the virtual gallery space at Mulberry Art Studios this November. Peace by Pieces, a collection of dreamy paintings by local artist Heather Hornberger, will open on First Friday, November 6th at www.mulberryartstudios.com/Heather. 

Peace by Pieces consists of two dozen paintings that are infused with a blend of both calmness and movement that will draw you in immediately, and keep your attention as you follow the dancing swirls of color. What you find on the canvas depends on your own imagination. "I love when people look at my art and tell me what they see" says Heather, "because it’s not one thing, not one finished product with one exact meaning. We all look at the world through our own unique lens, and the finished painting is an expression of what I sense through my own emotional and experiential lens. I like to see where our perspectives overlap and what comes up for you in what I’ve created."

A self taught artist, Heather Hornberger has been making art ever since she was a little girl. She works mostly with acrylic on canvas, but also loves to create mixed media pieces. She finds art to be an incredible outlet, and believes that the act of creating art is more important than the final result. "For me, the most important part of any piece is the process it takes to get to the finished product; giving color to emotion or pattern to thought- to get it all out... that's why I create."

In a time as tumultuous as this, when the world is in desperate need of beauty and tranquility, Heather's artwork is a welcomed escape into a daydream of color and light. Wander through the world of Peace by Pieces this November at www.mulberryartstudios.com/Heather.

Artwork from this exhibition can be purchased online, in person, or over the phone. The gallery will hold your artwork until you are able to come and pick it up, or make arrangements for shipment or delivery, if possible. Any inquiries about the artwork or questions about the purchasing process can be sent to the curator, Stephanie Cole, at Stephanie.MulberryArt@gmail.com

2nd Annual Charles E. Gaul II & Milo WE LOVE OUR PETS contest & exhibition at Mulberry Art Studios.

Unfortunately we will be cancelling this event at Mulberry Art Studios. This is for the health and safety of our community.. We will keep you informed as to when our music series will begin.

Mulberry Art Studios 21 North Mulberry Street, Lancaster, Pa 17603 (717)295-1949

Join Kate Skales and Shawn Gallagher for an evening of live music as they raise awareness about Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy on Friday, February 21 from 7pm-11pm at Mulberry Art Studios. Ticket link > https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-cure-for-cash-end-duchenne-muscular-dystrophy-tickets-87405567405?ref=eios

Earlier this year Kate's cousins Phil and Jena learned that their son Cash was living with Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy. This is a rare disorder, affecting about 1 in 3,500 male births every year. There is currently no cure, but each day brings us a step closer to finding one. This disorder does not discriminate and can happen to anyone. Please join us for an evening of music and conversation to find a cure for Cash.

During the event, we will hear from Cash's closest family members who will share their journey and insight into the fight against Duchenne's Muscular Dystrophy. In addition to purchasing a ticket, you can also donate at the silent auction with many wonderful items up for grabs. Your donations will be tallied up at the end of the night and donated directly to the Duchenne Research Fund in Cash's name. This event is all ages, BYOB, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages provided.

Kate Skales is a singer-songwriter originally from Lancaster, PA but is now based in Los Angeles, CA. Since releasing her first record in 2018, Kate has gained many fans and followers who have characterized her music as catchy and a little mean. Her genre is a healthy mix of rock, country and blues. With powerhouse vocals to back up her haunting lyrics and melodies, Kate was once described as a "vulnerable badass" and she has embraced that poetic description with open arms. Although she has only been in LA for a year, Kate has made huge strides in the music scene with her band members Kristin Olson, Brett Rojas and Jake Adamson. They've had the pleasure of playing The Rainbow, House of Blues, Viper Room and Whisky a Go-Go to name a few. Kate can also be found performing as a solo acoustic artist at venues like the Moroccan Lounge and the Republic of Pie. 

Kate is currently touring the east coast of the United States promoting her latest EP, Florida Boy Blues. Check out her music on Spotify by searching for the Kate Skales Band. Make sure to follow Kate on Instagram (@kateskales_), Twitter (@dvilsdaughter) and Facebook (@kateskalesband) for upcoming show info, new music, photos, videos and merch!

Join us on February 16 from 4-6pm for Good Taste (yum!)’s plant based, vegan cooking workshop at Mulberry Art Studios. Grab your tickets at goodtasteyum.com today!

Performing at FILL THE VOID MUSIC FESTIVAL at Mulberry Art Studios...

SONGSMITH!

Cool twists on songs you know, a sprinkling of originals, groovy jams, sweet vocals, live looping and guitar shredding!

With an eclectic mix of covers (Norah Jones to Led Zeppelin), fun re-creations, and refreshingly strong originals, Songsmith brings upscale entertainment and professionalism to your event or venue.

Lynn Royer - vocals, hand percussion 

Steve Davis - guitars, vocals and live looping

Web: SongsmithEntertainment.com

Video: https://songsmithentertainment.com/music#video

Photos: https://songsmithentertainment.com/about-songsmith#photos

LITTLE LEROYS!

Little Leroys is a 4-piece electric band playing Roots-tastic Rock, Atypical Blues and Rehabilitated Honky-Tonk...with a healthy helpin' of FUN. 

“When we started this, we knew one thing: It had to be different. It couldn’t be just a cover band. It couldn’t be just originals. It had to be wholly entertaining and make our fans feel like they were part of something unique. 

We have built our show around the things that you’ve told us you like...and around the things we’ve seen you react to. We hope this “outward expression of our inner weirdness” is unlike anything you’ve experienced and good enough that you’ll want to tell your friends.”

Here’s what one fan had to say: 

“Every time I see Little Leroys perform, I find myself dancing to a favorite song from years ago, then laughing at something Mickey said, then tearing up at Cindy’s soulful vocals. Every show is an emotional showcase, in a new order. Never disappointing.”  

SWING STREET!

Swing Street, a Jazz combo, will go on at 5:30pm at Mulberry Art Studios!

MOE BLUES!

MOE Blues takes the stage at 1:30pm at Fill the Void Festival at Mulberry Art Studios!

FLAPJACK JONES!

Trapped for eternity slinging fat flapjack stacks, the Bender Brohs not only work the tables but also the stage. Serving up what Flapjack tells them to. See them at FILL THE VOID at Mulberry Art Studios.

BLUES ON THE LOOSE!

Lancaster’s own Blues On The Loose will be playing at Fill The Void on 2/15 at Mulberry Art Studios! Check them out at www.bluesontheloose.com

REDONYOU!

Redonyou takes the stage at 3:00pm at Fill the Void Festival at Mulberry Art Studios!

ALSO PERFORMING AT FILL THE VOID MUSIC FESTIVAL:

Ben Vo/Blues on the Loose/Bob Noble & Linda Koop/Corty Byron/Redonyou/Southbound 66/