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2012 / 2013 Season Series

Come curious and leave inspired with our remarkable art exhibitions. Our galleries feature continually changing exhibitions in an informal, family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy the ~*CReaTioN STaTioN*~, where you can create and display art of your own. We also feature a student gallery, which allows budding artists of all ages to display their artwork. Admission is free! Our opening receptions include an hors d'oeuvres buffett, with wine and beer reception. Student musicians provide entertainment.

    Artworks are often available for purchase so that you can enliven your home or office with original works. For more information, "call for entries" or to be placed on our juried competition mailing lists, contact Cathy Mayhugh, Director of Exhibitions 513.863.8873 ext. 122 or cathy@fittoncenter.org.

   The schedule below details exhibitions that will be on view in The Anne Ruder Bever Galleries throughout the season. Click here to check out what's on view in our Student Gallery!

RECEPTION SPONSOR: MillerCoors
GALLERY RECEPTION MUSICIAN SPONSOR: Butler Tech
~*CReaTioN STaTioN*~ SPONSOR: Kathleen Klink
INSTALLATION SUPPORT: Artique Gallery of Fine Art and Custom Framing
STUDENT GALLERY SPONSOR: James H. and Evelyn E. Hader Charitable Foundation
GALLERY GEEKS SPONSOR: Penny Brooks

Treeline

On View: June 15 - August 17, 2012
Reception: Friday, June 15 from 6-8 PM

passage

Painting by Amy Kollar Anderson

Sculptural installation by Susan Byrnes

Mixed media works by Leslie Getz

With works from InsideOut Studio



 

The push, pull or calm flow of change informs the work of three regional artists.

 

passage

n.

1. the act or process of passing
a. migration
b. elapsing
c. transition
2. a journey
3. a corridor
4. a segment of a written work, musical composition or painting

InsideOut Studio is an initiative through the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities. It provides an opportunity for artists with disabilities to produce, market and receive an income from their art, while gaining confidence in their abilities.

Best of 2012

On View: September 14 - November 9, 2012
Reception: Friday, September 21 from 6-8 pM

The Best of 2012

Annual Juried Members' Exhibition

Sponsored by Ohio Designer Craftsmen, "The Best of 2012" is in its 29th year. This year's juror is Lloyd E. Herman, Founding Director, Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum.

 

This highly-respected traveling show features works in a variety of fine craft media from ODC's over 2000 members. Visit www.ohiocraft.org for more information.

SPONSORS: Penny Brooks, Gerry Hammond

Slide

On View: December 8, 2012 – February 8, 2013
Reception: Saturday, December 8 from 6-8 PM
before an EntertainmentPlus! performance by
Byron Stripling at 8 PM

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Sculptural Installations by Pamela DeCoker & Alysia Fischer


Paintings by Kim Krause & CK Nichelson


 

Four Ohio artists offer both playful
and dangerous associations with movement.


slide



v.


1. to coast on a slippery surface
2. glide
3. to go unattended
4. slip
5. to move downward

n.

1. a playground apparatus
2. a small glass plate for mounting specimens
3. an avalanche

SPONSOR: City of Sculpture

46th Greater Hamilton Art Exhibition

Art Accepted: February 14-16, 2013
On View: March 16 – May 31, 2013
Reception: Saturday, March 16 from 2-4 PM

46th Greater Hamilton Art Exhibition

A multi-media competition featuring artists living within 50 miles of Hamilton

Homegrown talent, professional judges and stiff competition promise an exciting display. Each GHAE represents between 50 and 75 area artists and pulls visitors throughout the region. Miami University Hamilton students and other volunteers learn about gallery management by helping with the behind-the-scenes details of the coordination of this show.

PREMIERE SPONSORS: Lou and Sherry Armstead - Art On/Off Symmes,
Penny Brooks
SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Anonymous, Butler Tech
CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS: American Printing, Miami University Hamilton,
Pat and Debbie Pawling, WAL-MART Stores

 

 

 

Enjoy Celebraing Self Lecture Series

About Our Galleries

The Anne Ruder Bever Galleries

Consisting of two main galleries, a reception lobby gallery and a corridor gallery on the second floor and a first floor lobby gallery, these rooms feature artists of regional to international acclaim. Hardwood floors and wood grid ceilings make these spaces rich and warm.

~*CReaTioN STaTioN*~
SPONSOR:
Kathleen Klink
   
Create your own art here and become part of each exhibition.

Student Gallery

This wide first floor corridor connecting the pottery, visual arts and music studios is used to celebrate the results of Fitton Center classes, artwork made in area schools or community projects. This space features 10 - 15 gallery exhibitions annually.

STUDENT GALLERY SPONSOR: James H. & Evelyn E. Hader Charitable Foundation

Exhibition Receptions

The Fitton Center displays 4 temporary exhibitions per year. Each new exhibition is celebrated with an informal and family-friendly reception, normally scheduled within the first week that the show is open to the public. Exhibiting artists are often present at receptions so you can talk with them about their artwork. Receptions include wine, beer and catered hors d'oeuvres. All exhibition receptions are free and open to the public.

RECEPTION SPONSOR: MillerCoors

GALLERY RECEPTION MUSICIAN SPONSOR: Butler Tech

GALLERY GEEKS SPONSOR: Penny Brooks
    - Bring your group in for a discussion about the art on display! Contact Cathy Mayhugh, Director of Exhibitions, at 513-863-8873 ext. 122 or cathy@fittoncenter.org for more information.

 

Propose an Exhibition

The deadline to propose an exhibition for the 2014-15 season is July 1, 2013. Click here to download the form (pdf). For more information, contact Cathy Mayhugh, Director of Exhibitions, at 513-863-8873 ext. 122 or cathy@fittoncenter.org.

Acknowledgements

The Fitton Center's Exhibitions Program appreciates the continuing support of Artique Gallery of Fine Art and Custom Framing in Middletown, Ohio, the Hamilton Community Foundation,  ArtsWave and the Ohio Arts Council. Volunteers from Miami University, Options Academy The Arts and the community assist with the management of the program.

Gallery Hours

  • Monday - Thursday: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Friday: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday: 9:00 am - noon
  • Sunday: Closed, except for special events