Andrea Drouillard, a writer for a local educational publisher Gale Cengage, came to see our show, ‘The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now’, at Swords into Plowshares Peace Center and Gallery, Swords into Plowshares. Though she came just before the show closed on February 29, she appreciated it so much she wantedContinue reading “19th Amendment show garners more appreciation”
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19th Amendment at 100, closing images
Jane posted a great batch of photos of this fantastic show we held at Swords Into Plowshares Peace Center and Gallery, in downtown Detroit. See all of them at: https://retreadart.com/blog/
The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now
One hundred years ago, on August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, which gave women the right to vote. After years of struggle and education, organising and marching, American women won the right to participate in the democratic process. Not all women were included, but the basic argument was won – that women could not be kept out ofContinue reading “The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now”
Call for Art – The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now
Call for Art: The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now Exhibition Dates: January 24-February 29, 2020 Gallery: Swords into Plowshares Peace Center & Gallery, 33 East Adams, Detroit, Michigan, 48226 Entry deadline: December 6, 2019. In a time when women’s rights are being denigrated, women’s health and bodies are being threatened, andContinue reading “Call for Art – The 19th Amendment at 100: Women’s Voices Then and Now”
“Making Connections”opening success
Around 45 people arrived at 4th floor gallery under the bell tower of Marygrove College last night to see “Making Connections”. The food and wine poured in, many thanks to all who contributed. The installation that Kathleen placed in uncanny pairings (I watched in amazement as she marched around the walls), was calm and glowing in theContinue reading ““Making Connections”opening success”
Entry Deadline Sept 2nd: Eye On The D
The Women’s Caucus for Art is now calling for artwork for the exhibition “Eye On The D.” This show focuses on the rich multi-textured character of the city of Detroit in the midst of radical change. Whether it’s the current physical landscape, evolving neighborhoods or political makeup, show us evidence of a re-imagined terrain. WhatContinue reading “Entry Deadline Sept 2nd: Eye On The D”
The Woman Show at CAID
Brenda Oelbaum and Amanda Moyer attended the opening of the Women’s Show at CAID this past week. It was the triple treat: art, music, and poetry. The evening began with an inspiring panel discussion with four confident women artists from Detroit. Next dynamic female poets took the spotlight and wowed the audience with their passionate,Continue reading “The Woman Show at CAID”
Diet Detour Installation Opening at Whitdel Arts
” “Fat Feminist Activist” blogger, artist and prominent WCA-MI member Brenda Oelbaum will open her new installation “Diet Detour” on February 22 from 6-10 in Detroit’s Whitdel Arts Gallery. The installation is a kind of maze composed of discarded diet books which the artist has been collecting for several years. The exhibit promises to beContinue reading “Diet Detour Installation Opening at Whitdel Arts”
WCA Holiday Sketchtacular
Sunday afternoon,Michigan WCA members and friends from all over the state congregated at Brenda Oelbaum’s studio in Ann Arbor, to sketch, talk and enjoy food and drink together for the holidays. A life drawing session with Satori Circus, a well-known Detroit performance artist, artist’s model and “Detroit Institution” (pictured above in a fetching pink frock)Continue reading “WCA Holiday Sketchtacular”
WCA-MI at Wayne State Noel Night event
WCA-MI members Brenda Oelbaum, Amanda Moyer and K.A. Letts represented the organization at an event in Wayne State’s Community Arts building on Noel Night, December 1. Their goal was to interest potential members in joining the organization with printed material about previous exhibitions, an informational slide show designed by Amanda Moyer and a participatory activity called “IContinue reading “WCA-MI at Wayne State Noel Night event”
Women's Caucus for Art 