Thanks to all the Volunteers, donors and participants for making this a night to remember. A good time was had by all!
MIXED-UP
The art world is diverse and complex. From the beginning of time, human beings have felt the need to express themselves, their beliefs and the world around them through artistic endeavors as diverse as the artists themselves.
Mixed Media Art is a concept that was developed in the twentieth century as postmodern artists began to bend the rules of traditional high arts such as painting and sculpture. However, mixed media concepts can be found throughout time as long as one considers any artwork using more than one type of material to be classified as mixed media art.
The Friends of the Library invite the public to an Artists’ reception on
January 17th from 2 - 4pm.
Installation
December 19 – March 12, 2016
National Novel Writing Month
Join us in the creative frenzy of NaNoWriMo, the most fun, seat-of-your-pants approach to creative writing! Write the first draft of a 50,000 word novel in 30 days this November and experience the thrill of a month spent checking out your imagination.
Participants sign up for the national program on the NaNoWriMo website: nanowrimo.org.
On November 1, participants begin working towards the goal of writing a
50,000-word novel by 11:59 PM on November 30. The website offers great
tips and support.z
This year SCPL is participating by hosting a series of Come "Write In" events at libraries throughout the county.
- Sundays - Live Oak • 1:30 - 4:30pm
- Tuesdays - Branciforte • 2:30 - 5:30pm
- Wednesdays - Scotts Valley Teens • 1:30 - 3:30pm | 3:30 - 5:30 Adults
- Thursdays - Felton • 2:30 - 5:30pm
Join our Facebook Event
and keep checking back as we continue to add facilitated workshops,
meetups, and talks from local authors to fuel your imagination!
Previous Art Installation - AGELESS ART
AGELESS ART
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| Hannah Bella Posner |
At
what age do people hit their stride artistically? Children’s art is said to defy rules and deal
with simplicity rather than subtlety. Senior art often embraces this same
freedom in depiction of space and use of color. What happens in the middle? Why do people even make Art?
• To tell a story
• Express
personal thoughts
& feelings
& feelings
• Explain
the unknown
• Create
an illusion
• Amuse
themselves
• Record
a time, person or place
• Make
the ordinary extraordinary
• Affect
social change
• Heal
the sick
• Or
most creatively, to do something that no one else can or has yet done.
Our reasons for making art come from different
periods in our lives. Art is
AGELESS. Our exhibit presents artists from 8 – 98 years old.
September 26 – December 19, 2015
Artist reception will be November 15th, 2-4pm
Read the artists bios!
September 26 – December 19, 2015
Artist reception will be November 15th, 2-4pm
Read the artists bios!
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| Faye Augustine |
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| Bryson Bost |
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| Edward Ramirez |
Previous Art Installation - FRIENDS
FRIENDS
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| "Shaman" by Marie Sarni |
Sponsored by The Friends of the Scotts Valley Library invites the public to their new installation ‘FRIENDS’, curated by João de Brito.
July 25th to September 26th
Reception August 15th from 2-5:00PM
251 Kings Village Rd, Scotts Valley
Artists: JOHN R. CRAWFORD
JOAO DE BRITO
DAVID FLEMING
BARBARA LAWRENCEMARIE SARNI
Joining the FRIENDS exhibit will be the participants of the Scotts Valley Photography Contest, sponsored by the Scotts Valley Arts Commission. The purpose of the contest was to honor Scotts Valley through photographic imagery, to create a sense of community and to involve the public through participation.
Kuzanga Marimba Dance Party!
All Ages Dance Party!
With roots in Zimbabwe’s Shona Culture and traditionally used for both trance and dance, Kuzanga Marimba’s interlocking melodies and rhythms hold a multi-generational appeal.
Band members play seven wooden marimbas: sopranos, tenors, baritone, and bass, punctuated by hosho (gourd rattles) and singing. Don’t miss the chance for kids and adults to learn about these unique instruments and experiment with playing them.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library.
With roots in Zimbabwe’s Shona Culture and traditionally used for both trance and dance, Kuzanga Marimba’s interlocking melodies and rhythms hold a multi-generational appeal.
Band members play seven wooden marimbas: sopranos, tenors, baritone, and bass, punctuated by hosho (gourd rattles) and singing. Don’t miss the chance for kids and adults to learn about these unique instruments and experiment with playing them.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Scotts Valley Library.
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Spring Book Sale Follow-Up
Huge success at the Spring Book Sale!
We made around $2000 for programs at our branch! Only possible because of our wonderful volunteers!
If you are interested in joining us contact Sylvia or Derek. Meetings are 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30PM in the Fireside Room. Regular attendance at meetings not needed to be a volunteer.
We made around $2000 for programs at our branch! Only possible because of our wonderful volunteers!
If you are interested in joining us contact Sylvia or Derek. Meetings are 2nd Wednesday of the month at 6:30PM in the Fireside Room. Regular attendance at meetings not needed to be a volunteer.
PrIevious Art Installation - "A Hundred Trees"
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| Joao de Brito |
Scotts Valley’s Newest Installation ‘A Hundred Trees’.
Art in the Libraries showcases the remarkable talent of 11 California artists using trees in different media. The installation is available for viewing April 25, 2015 through July 25, 2015 at the Scotts Valley Library.
The first known depiction of a tree is called the Gua Tewet Tree of Life created on a cave wall 10,000 years ago in Borneo. Scholars tell us it may depict the ties that bind individuals, families, territories, or spirits to one another. Family tree, hanging tree, feeding tree, flowering tree or the tree of life, all have inspired artists around the world.
Peace Paper Project
The ancient traditionof making paper by hand.
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Click here or more information.
This was a Free Scotts Valley Friends Sponsored Event!
April 29th
Where - Scotts Valley Library, 251 Kings Village Road, Scotts Valley
Times - 2:00-6:00PM
Previous Art Installation "The Original Selfie"
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| Rhea O'Neill |
The reception was on Sunday, February 8 from 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. at the library, located at 251 Kings Village Rd. in Scotts Valley.
There were between 400-500 people in attendance and a fabulous time was had by all !
The artist’s reception was open to the public and provided the opportunity to view the self-portraits and meet all of the artists.
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