FEBRUARY, 2012

**Items in BOLD denote programs presented and/or sponsored by the Arts Council of Moore County. We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the listed events, but they are subject to change without notice. Please contact us for any corrections.

February 1
Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Introduction to Soft Pastel with Betty Hendrix, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. This is a medium that is easy to learn and full of color and fun. Get to know the pastel brands and types, the papers, and the basics of framing needs for pastels. Learn the basics of application techniques. You will do a simple piece in class from life or from a photo (of your own choosing). $50 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 1
Wednesday, 3 p.m., The Academy of Classical Design presents “Establishing ‘Englishness,’” the first lecture of Series One in its 2012 Lecture Series: The Art of England: An Untold Story, as delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity. Series tickets, $100 for each 5-lecture series. Information, 910-692-9743 or www.AcademyofClassicalDesign.org.

February 1
Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Painting the Human Form Abstractly with J.J. Love, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Learn to paint quickly and abstractly from life in this short pose class. Students will paint a live model, for a series of three to four paintings, increasing the abstraction and composition each time. Any paint media welcome. $30 plus $7.50 model fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 2
Thursday, 6-9 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Drawing and Sketching with Pat McMahon, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. This class is specifically for beginning artists or those artists that have not had lessons in light, shading, perspective, and drawing. Many artists want to jump into painting without the basics that will enhance their painting skills. $60. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 3
Friday, 6-8 p.m., Arts Council of Moore County presents an opening reception for artist Betsey MacDonald, Campbell House Galleries, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines. On exhibit through February 24, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., weekdays. Info.: 910-692-ARTS (2787) or www.mooreart.org.

February 4
Saturday, 7 p.m., Sunrise Theater presents James Gregory Comedy Show, Southern Pines. $28 reserved / $23 general admission. Info., 910-692-3611 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

February 6-7

Monday-Tuesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Collaging Out of the Box with Sandy Stratil, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Give your creativity a jump start by painting with paper. This two-day class will introduce students to collage using tissue paper, found objects/materials, and photo-transfers. Anyone is welcome to take this workshop, both those who have had it before and new students. No special experience is required. $100 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 7

Tuesday, 6 p.m., Pinehurst Parks & Recreation Dept. presents Classic Movie Night at the Fair Barn featuring Singin’ in the Rain (1952) starring Gene Kelly, Donald O’Connor and Debbie Reynolds, The Fair Barn, Pinehurst. Free. Refreshments available. Info., 910-295-0166.

February 8

Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Intermediate/Advanced Colored Pencil: Colored Pencil on Mylar with Betty Hendrix, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Students should have experience with colored pencil or have taken an introductory class. Using Mylar (or acrylic) support for your work instead of paper can be a way of avoiding the texture that keeps coming through with many paper supports or the need for many layers and burnishing. It is especially fine for small or detailed work. Some artists do use it for large wonderful portrait work. $50 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 8
Wednesday, 3 p.m., The Academy of Classical Design presents “The Popish Question,” the second lecture of Series One in its 2012 Lecture Series: The Art of England: An Untold Story, as delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity. Series tickets, $100 for each 5-lecture series. Information, 910-692-9743 or www.AcademyofClassicalDesign.org.

February 8
Wednesday, 6 p.m., English Speaking Union presents The History of Rock ‘n Roll by Dr. John Turner, Country Club of North Carolina, Pinehurst. Membership/Reservations/Info., 910-235-0635 or bmoc@embarqmail.com.

February 8
Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Cubist Form Painting with J.J. Love, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Picasso looked at the world in a different way, and in doing so created a new art form that shows multiple perspectives of an image, while also breaking down the form into simpler shapes. Learn to sketch and then paint like a cubist over the course of two days. Any paint media welcome. $60 plus $15 model fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 9
Thursday, 2 p.m., Sunrise Theater presents National Theatre Live in HD featuring Travelling Light. Encore performance at 7 p.m. Tickets/Info., 910-692-3611 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

February 9
Thursday, 6 p.m., Pinehurst Forum presents Rozlyn Sorrell in concert, Carolina Hotel at Pinehurst Resort. Tickets and info., www.pinehurstforum.org.

February 9
Thursday, 8 p.m., NC Symphony concert featuring Joana Carneiro (conductor) and Johannes Moser (cello), R.E. Lee Auditorium, Pinecrest High School, Southern Pines. Individual tickets go on sale at the Arts Council’s offices (Campbell House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines) after January 30. Subscription tickets issues and other information, 877-627-6724 or www.ncsymphony.org.

February 10
Friday, 8 p.m., Arts Council of Moore County and Pinehurst Resort present the 27^th annual Heart ’n Soul of Jazz featuring Pat Bergeson & Quartet starring vocalist Annie Sellick, Cardinal Ballroom, Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst. Performance followed by festive Meet-the-Artists Dessert reception. Admission before January 15, 2012, $55 / Combo ticket for both nights, $100 (After January 1, tickets are $65 for one night, $110 for both). See also Feb. 11. For reservations and Info., www.ShopPinehurst.com or 910-235-8415. Sponsored by Pinehurst Resort, Progress Energy, American Airlines, King Fisher Society, BB&T, Wachovia and Lyne’s Furniture Gallery.

February 11
Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Introduction to Chinese Brush Painting with Loretta Moskal, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. For this class no experience is necessary. We will cover the use and versatility of what are called the four treasures, the Ink Stick, the Ink Stone, the Paper, and the Brush. We will also cover the strokes that the artist needs to master: the Four Gentlemen. Painting demonstrations, practice handouts, and personal help will be provided. $40 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 11
Saturday, 12 p.m., Sunrise Theater presents The Met: Live in HD. Opera: Wagner’s Gotterdammerung (6.5 hrs.). Tickets, $22 each. Tickets/Info., 910-692-3611 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

February 11
Saturday, 8 p.m., 27^th annual Heart ’n Soul of Jazz featuring the Brian Newman Quartet, Cardinal Ballroom, Carolina Hotel, Pinehurst. Sponsored by Pinehurst Resort, Progress Energy, American Airlines, King Fisher Society, BB&T, Wachovia and Lyne’s Furniture Gallery. See February 10 for ticket Info.

February 12
Sunday, 6 p.m., The Rooster’s Wife presents Pierce & Grace Pettis, Poplar Knight Spot, Aberdeen. Info., 910-944-7502 or www.theroosterswife.org.

February 13-14
Monday (1-6 p.m.)-Tuesday (11 a.m.-6 p.m.), Artists League of the Sandhills presents Exploring Encaustic workshop by Dianne Rodwell (www.diannerodwell.com), 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Both beginners and experienced artists will learn something new by exploring the creation of a work of art using pigments suspended in molten beeswax. This technique of painting can be dated to the second century A.D. in Egypt continuing into Graeco-Roman times and into the current century. This exciting workshop will help you discover modern approaches to encaustic using paper, wood, Ampersand panels or ceramic tile as the base. Learn the skills of pouring, incising, brushing, collage or scumbling. This art form creates richly layered paintings using both opaque and transparent approaches. The two day workshop will require the student to purchase a starter kit but Dianne will supply all other materials and supplies. $425 full member/$475 associate/nonmember ($60 deposit due at registration/Balance due Dec. 28, 2011). Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 14
Tuesday, 7:30 p.m., Sandhills Community College presents a special free concert by the SCC Jazz Band, Owens Auditorium, Pinehurst. Directed by Rob Hill, guest vocalists will include Lynn Nelson, Rick Smith, Erin Plisco, and Alan Daubenspeck. Info., www.sandhills.edu.

February 15
Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Intermediate/Advanced Soft Pastel on Canson Mi-Teintes Paper with Betty Hendrix, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Students should have experience with pastel or have taken an introductory class. Mi-Teintes papers come in many tints/colors and have a smooth tooth side and a rough texture side. Learn about the differences and how to select the side you wish to use and why. Emphasis is on planning a color scheme, use of values, and how to execute your plan. $50 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 15
Wednesday, 3 p.m., The Academy of Classical Design presents “The Flemish Influence,” the third lecture of Series One in its 2012 Lecture Series: The Art of England: An Untold Story, as delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity. Series tickets, $100 for each 5-lecture series. Information, 910-692-9743 or www.AcademyofClassicalDesign.org.

February 17-19
Friday-Sunday, Sunrise Theater presents LEONARD LIVE, an HD presentation of the once-in-a-lifetime exhibition: Leonardo da Vinci: Painter in the Court of Milan as captured at the UK National Gallery. Times: Feb. 17-18 (7:30pm)/Feb. 18-19 (2:30pm). Tickets, $8-$15. Info., 910-692-3611 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

February 18-19
Saturday-Sunday, Participating Seagrove pottery shops present Seagrove Winterfest, featuring freshly stocked shelves of pottery after the busy holiday season with several potters debuting new shapes and colors. Info., ncpottery122@embarqmail.com or 336-873-7887.

February 18
Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents How Do I Begin? Getting from the Drawing to the Oil Painting with Linda Bruening, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Transferring your idea to the canvas and beginning to paint is where we start. You’ve started working in oils but are having problems with the book instructions or understanding what the terms mean or the practical applications. If so, this class is for you. Use either water based or traditional oils. $100 per person. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 19
Sunday, 6 p.m., The Rooster’s Wife presents the Gibson Brothers, Poplar Knight Spot, Aberdeen. Info., 910-944-7502 or www.theroosterswife.org.

February 20
Monday, Arts Council of Moore County closed in observance of President’s Day.

February 20
Monday, 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Follow the Leader with Joan Williams, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. If you ever thought you might like to try painting in oil, but lacked confidence or felt you did not have the skills, then this is the class for you. All materials will be provided; you just need to come expecting to have an exciting experience and go home with a completed painting. $70 per person. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 21
Tuesday, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Ink Refresher with Karen Walker, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. If it has been a while since your last ink class or if you’d just like some ink-spiration, this is the class for you! We’ll review the basic techniques for applying and lifting ink, adding texture and more. Some ink painting experience required. $40 per person. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 22
Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Intermediate/Advanced Colored Pencil on Dark Paper with Betty Hendrix, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Students should have experience with colored pencil or have taken an introductory class. For students who have trouble getting a strong value scheme, starting with a dark paper can be very helpful. It can be quite dramatic or very subtle. Learn how to plan your mood or emotional content and then how to build the light areas to make them work. $50 plus $5 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 22
Wednesday, 3 p.m., The Academy of Classical Design presents “The English Garden,” the fourth lecture of Series One in its 2012 Lecture Series: The Art of England: An Untold Story, as delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity. Series tickets, $100 for each 5-lecture series. Information, 910-692-9743 or www.AcademyofClassicalDesign.org.

February 25
Saturday, 1 p.m., Sunrise Theater presents The Met: Live in HD. Opera: Verdi’s Ernani (3.75 hrs.). Tickets, $22 each. Tickets/Info., 910-692-3611 or www.sunrisetheater.com.

February 26
Sunday, 3 p.m., Weymouth Center presents David Cecelski and Reginald Hildebrand leading a lecture entitled, From Slavery to Freedom: One Man’s Story that Leads to Freedom for North Carolinians, Southern Pines. Reception to follow. Free and open to the public. Info., 910-944-7502 or www.theroosterswife.org.

February 26
Sunday, 6 p.m., The Rooster’s Wife presents Louise Mosrie, Poplar Knight Spot, Aberdeen. Info., 910-944-7502 or www.theroosterswife.org.

February 27
Monday, 1-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Understanding Light and Shadow with Betty DiBartolomeo, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Breaking down a landscape, portrait or still life into value patterns is one of the most important things an artist can do to prepare for a successful painting. During these 2 days you will learn how to explore all possibilities of light and shadow patterns and finally how to relate those values to color. $60 per person. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 27
Monday, 8 p.m., Arts Council of Moore County presents Van Cliburn-winning pianist Alexander Kobrin as part of the 2011-12 Classical Concert Series, Sunrise Theater. Tickets (per person): $25. Info., 910-692-ARTS (2787) or www.mooreart.org.

February 29
Wednesday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Artists League of the Sandhills presents Intermediate/Advanced Soft Pastel on Sanded Papers with Betty Hendrix, 129 Exchange St., Aberdeen. Students should have experience with pastel or have taken an introductory class. Sanded papers lend themselves to layering techniques as they will grab and hold much more pigment than other papers. Learn about the various sanded papers available. Learn to apply your own colorful underpainting. This support and technique lends itself to a painterly, expressive style. $50 plus $7 supply fee. Info., 910-944-3979 or www.artistleague.org.

February 29
Wednesday, 3 p.m., The Academy of Classical Design presents “The New World,” the final lecture of Series One in its 2012 Lecture Series: The Art of England: An Untold Story, as delivered by artist and Academy Director, D. Jeffrey Mims. Reaching back to the court of King Henry VIII, a narrative will follow the struggles and triumphs of a nation learning to define its artistic identity. Series tickets, $100 for each 5-lecture series. Information, 910-692-9743 or www.AcademyofClassicalDesign.org.

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