First Edition!!!
Greetings, welcome and thanks for being so loyal and patient with me while I got things coordinated for this humble little newsletter! I hope to bring you informative and fun news and happenings from my very own studio at the Collingwood here in Toledo and from my home studio in the "dungeon" in the Old West End.
The Jane Petitjean Studio has undergone some exciting changes over the past year and there are some truely remarkable events coming up soon. Some are listed below and others will be announced in coming editions.
I welcome any feedback you may have and hope to hear from you all from time to time. I hope especially to meet some of you at some of my exhibits in the coming year. Those opening receptions are expecially fun!
Lastly, I want to thank you all sincerely and humbly for supporting me in my artistic endeavors by purchasing and displaying my work. It is deeply meaningful to me when I know there are friends out there who understand, support and love my work.
THANKS!!!
Jane :-)
I'd love to hear from you!!!
Intersedance 2005 Quest
For Fires Studio Exhibition
June, 2005, Quest For Fires Studio
held an exciting multimedia event at the Collingwood Arts Center.
All of the arts were highlighted, including dance recitals, live music
including rock, alternative, jazz. There were poetry readings and
of course a magnificent art exhibit. The event was held the
weekend of the Old West End Festival which was the first full weekend
of June. It was a huge success. Look for this same event in
2006 and mark your calendars for the first week in June!
April 1, 2006 through May 5, 2006
YOU ARE INVITED!!!
JANE PETITJEAN
Solo Exhibit
The Art and Music Series at
DIVA
329 N. Huron Street
Downtown Toledo
419-324-0000
www.divatoledo.com
This will be a fabulous event! Don't miss it!!!
If you are unable to attend visit the Jane Petitjean Studio Show and Exhibits Gallery to get an exclusive look at some of the work on exhibit in this and other shows and galleries.
Solo Exhibit
The Art and Music Series at
DIVA
329 N. Huron Street
Downtown Toledo
419-324-0000
www.divatoledo.com
This will be a fabulous event! Don't miss it!!!
If you are unable to attend visit the Jane Petitjean Studio Show and Exhibits Gallery to get an exclusive look at some of the work on exhibit in this and other shows and galleries.
Don't Miss the Artist Reception!!!
Saturday April 1, 2006
7pm to Midnight
Saturday April 1, 2006
7pm to Midnight
This is an event not to be missed! Featuring the work of talented artist Jane Petitjean. Focusing mainly on the movement, rhythm and delight of music and life, the show is a colorful and vibrant collection of inspired work.
An Opening Reception will be on the evening of April 1, 2006. Meet the artist, listen to some wonderful music, delight in a true Diva experience and experience the night scene in wonderful Downtown Toledo!
For further details and to view the show gallery visit www.janepetitjean.com
Petitjean Artwork
Featured as Illustrations
for Tales From the Congo
Congolese Author Angele Kabwasa with admires "Mermaiden" by Jane
Petitjean The artwork is one of many paintings featured in a
special solo exhibit held at the Gerber Gallery at the
Collingwood Arts Center of Toledo. The artwork is being published
as illustrations for Ms. Kabwasa's book Tales of the Congo. It is due
out very soon...details to follow!for Tales From the Congo
Thanks to the City Paper (right) for getting the word out on this show. It was a huge success and everyone had a great time at the Gerber Gallery!!!
What is next at the Gerber Gallery? Check it out...
The Toledo City Paper blurb on my solo exhibit
The Leslie Adams Gallery features artwork by Jane Petitjean and other local Toledo artists
What an honor! Through the Collingwood Arts Center and along with other art organizations in the greater Toledo area, local talent are involved in an exhibit at The Leslie Adams Gallery now through April 30th. Featured in the exhibit is another painting used as an illustration in Angele Kabwasa's book Tales of the Congo. (See the artwork at right) All artwork in the show is available for purchase.
The Leslie Adams Gallery is an amazing gallery space and has been host to many wonderful shows. The gallery is located at One South St. Clair Street, Suite 1A, in Downtown Toledo, OH. Right across the street from the Mud Hens Stadium. And don't forget to stop by Socrates Cafe, 520 Madison Ave. also in the downtown area. A great place!
"Why Does the Rooster Crow?"
An Illustrative Painting by Jane Petitjean
From Tales From the Congo
by Angele Kabwasa
One of the many art exhibits at The Collingwood Arts Center. Some past shows I have particpated in are: Intercedance 2005, a Quest For Fires Studio Multi Media Exhibit; The Collingwood Anniversary Celebration Exhibit, November 2005; Visions of Color, A Solo Exhibit, held August 2005; Quest for Fires Studio Music and Art Multimedi Event at Mickey Finns Pub, October 2005.
April 1 - May 5th
The Art and Music Series at
DIVA
329 N. Huron Street
Downtown Toledo
419-324-0000
www.divatoledo.com
The Leslie Adams Gallery
now through April 30th
One South St. Clair Street
Suite 1A
Downtown Toledo, OH
The Collingwood Arts Center
Monday - Friday 10am - 2pm
or by Appointment
www.collingwoodartscenter.org
contact Jane Petitjean by email
www.janepetitjean.com
questions or comments?
Until next time...
Jane :-)
Jane Petitjean
Jane Petitjean Studio
Collingwood Arts Center
2413 Collingwood Blvd.
Studio B102
Toledo, OH 43620
www.janepetitjean.com
janepetitjean@buckeye-express.com