June 14, 2023

AUTHOR SATURDAYS

BOOK TALK & SIGNING

JOEL HARRIS

“The Making of the Crime Novel Public Parts”

JUNE 17, 2023

1pm to 2pm

You are cordially invited to a FREE presentation sponsored by the Long Island Authors Group (LIAG) held at:

ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY

South Shore Mall

(next to Dick’s Sporting Goods)

1701 Sunrise Hwy, Bay Shore, NY 11706 631-888-3525

The battle against Organized Crime of the 1920s, '30s, and '40s was a watershed for crime-fighting politicians working to enhance their reputations and seek higher office. The unsolved mystery surrounding the 1941 death of prize crime snitch Abe "Kid Twist" Reles powers the narrative when Larry Levine, the unenlightened son of "Big Moe" Levine, takes over the family auto parts business as his father has become implicated and must leave town. What happens to Larry and PUBLIC PARTS is the story, and the plot to silence "Kid Twist" is revealed at last.

FOR THE COMPLETE 2023 AUTHOR SATURDAYS SCHEDULE, PLEASE CLICK HERE.

"REFLECTIONS" - NYC HIGH SCHOOL OF ART & DESIGN ALUMNI ART SHOW & FUNDRAISER

An exhibition from HS of A&D Alumni Association Members and Art & Design Alumni.

Islip Arts Council Gallery

South Shore Mall

1701 Sunrise Hwy, NY

OPENING RECEPTION

June 24, 2023 / 6-8pm

Show open June 20 - July 14, 2023

What happens when talented teenagers are fully immersed in an art education? They become professionals that are shaping America's creative landscape. The HS of Art & Design Alumni Show features the works of artists whose work has been in major museums, books, comic books, Hollywood blockbusters, ad campaigns and in some of the most iconic shows in television history.

Join us at the opening reception on June 24th at 6pm, and meet the artists whose childhood dreams of living a creative life have come true.

PLEINATHON

July 9 / 8am-5pm at Heckscher State Park Field 8, East Islip, NY

Islip Arts Council’s Pleinathon is an all-day plein air painting festival on July 9, 2023. Artists of all skill levels are invited to paint the landscape of Heckscher State Park, a 1,600 acre park overlooking the Great South Bay and Fire Island. Participants can attend instructed workshops taught by guest artists to learn the techniques of the pros.

Workshops are $25. General registration is $35 per person, free to kids under 18. IAC Members get 10% off. Artwork completed at Pleinathon can be submitted to the Islip Arts Council Gallery for a plein air art show, on view July 18 - August 1.

OPEN CALL - DREAMSCAPES

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: August 1st

SUMMER MEMBERS EXHIBITION AUG. 8 - SEPT. 2, 2023

Calling all artists working in 2D & 3D, you are invited to contemplate on the fascinating and mysterious phenomenon of DREAMS and show your work through this exhibition. All media are welcome, work must not exceed 70" x 70" inches.

For details, please see the prospectus below. To enter, click the link below.

DREAMSCAPES PROSPECTUS

FEATURED ARTIST

LORI ALLEN-BAUER

JUNE 13 - JULY 12



By day, Lori is an elementary school teacher (art, reading), and by night, she is an avid photographer. "There is beauty in everything. You just have to stop and notice. That's what a photograph allowed you to do... stop and notice."

Born and raised here on Long Island, Lori celebrates the beauty that is all around us. This collection is a visual inventory of Long Island's treasures: from the iconic bridges that connect us to New York City and Fire Island beaches, to the stables of Belmont, to the bountiful harvest of wine and flowers of the North and South Forks. "We have it all." Lori's photographs are displayed and sold in Port Jefferson, Ocean Beach, East Islip and West Islip and in Saratoga Springs. She often donates proceeds to charities including: Meals on Wheels; New Beginnings Traumatic Brain Center; Teen Challenge Alcohol and Drug Rehab Center; Make A Wish; and Island Harvest.

You can learn more about Lori Allen-Bauer and her artwork and professional photography service, Labfotos, at www.labfotos3.com.

PAINT LIKE A MASTER: PAINT AND SIP SERIES - PISSARO

JUNE 24 / 5 - 7:30PM

In this workshop you will create reproductions of paintings by famous artists. You’ll learn to see, paint, mix colors, and leave with a little more knowledge about art history, all while relaxing and enjoying snacks & wine!

This month, we look at artist Camille Pissarro's "Sunset at Eragny," and learn about his painting techniques. Students will recreate this piece on an 8x10 canvas. Supplies included. Must be 21+. All food, beverage, and painting supplies are included.

FEE: $40

LIVE FIGURE DRAWING

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28 / 6-8PM

In this 2 hour, uninstructed class students can draw or paint the human figure in any medium of their choice. A variation of short and long poses will be provided. Students must bring their own materials.

For students 18+, or 16+ with adult consent.

FEE: $25

CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO REGISTER FOR

SUMMER CLASSES!

Visit the Islip Arts Council Gallery to experience high quality art exhibitions, in-person fine arts classes and workshops, exhibited paintings, live performances, special events, and the Long Island Authors Group Book Store.

There is a rich assortment of beautifully hand crafted artisan treasures available for every occasion, jewelry, artwear, archival prints, greeting cards and more. We also have Gift Certificates for in-person classes, and workshops. Proceeds from consignment sales supports future programming. There is something at the Gallery for everyone!

ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY AND BOOKSTORE HOURS

Tuesday - Saturday 11 am - 4 pm

CLOSED Sunday and Monday

ISLIP ARTS COUNCIL GALLERY

South Shore Mall

1701 Sunrise Hwy, Suite N1

(next to Dick's Sporting Goods Main Entrance)

Bay Shore, NY 11706

ISLIPARTS.ORG

631-888-3525