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Events
Our volunteer run organization needs your help and participation to make these events a success.
Contact us with any ideas you have for more events or to volunteer.
CURRENT EVENTS
Oct 15th
Blooming Botanical Papier-Mâché Lampshade
Look at the amazing things we can do with paper, glue and dried flowers!
Here’s what you’ll need:
* Yourself
* Your Imagination
* SVA provides the rest!
NOTE: This project will need a couple of days to dry. So we’ll leave our projects at the studio and you can pick them up the following week or at Open Studio on Friday.
Tuesday October 15th
6:30-8:30 PM
Held at the Salt Valley Arts Center Studio Space at EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell, Entrance A. You may need to call (734) 429-1652 to have the door unlocked if arriving after 6:30 PM.
Look at the amazing things we can do with paper, glue and dried flowers!
Here’s what you’ll need:
* Yourself
* Your Imagination
* SVA provides the rest!
NOTE: This project will need a couple of days to dry. So we’ll leave our projects at the studio and you can pick them up the following week or at Open Studio on Friday.
Tuesday October 15th
6:30-8:30 PM
Held at the Salt Valley Arts Center Studio Space at EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell, Entrance A. You may need to call (734) 429-1652 to have the door unlocked if arriving after 6:30 PM.
Oct 18th
Headband or Hats Class
October 18th Noon - 3 PM
Make your choice of either a wool hat or a headband.
Headbands take about 2 hours, hats about 30 minutes longer.Â
Directions will be given for both.
All materials are included.
What you need:Â
* Bring dark thread, scissors, pins and tape measure.
* You may bring your sewing machine or use one of our vintage machines (please reserve by emailing us here).
* Wool scraps and fleece for lining provided.
Limited to 10 persons.Â
$10 per person.
Cash only. Pay at the class.
Held at the Salt Valley Arts Center Studio Space at EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell, Entrance A. You may need to call (734) 429-1652 to have door unlocked.
October 18th Noon - 3 PM
Make your choice of either a wool hat or a headband.
Headbands take about 2 hours, hats about 30 minutes longer.Â
Directions will be given for both.
All materials are included.
What you need:Â
* Bring dark thread, scissors, pins and tape measure.
* You may bring your sewing machine or use one of our vintage machines (please reserve by emailing us here).
* Wool scraps and fleece for lining provided.
Limited to 10 persons.Â
$10 per person.
Cash only. Pay at the class.
Held at the Salt Valley Arts Center Studio Space at EHM Professional Building, 400 W. Russell, Entrance A. You may need to call (734) 429-1652 to have door unlocked.
Nov 1st Show & Tell
his month our Open Studio Challenge is to make art and abandon it. The Art Abandonment Project is the brainchild Michael deMeng and brought to the attention of Salt Valley Arts by our own Kathy Shaw.
How it works.
1. All you have to do is make a piece of art. Â (As simple or as elegant as you like)
2. Write a little note on it explaining that it is a giftÂ
3. Also mention that if the finder would like to share info about its fate they can contact us by sending an e-mail to admin@saltvalleyarts.org
4.  Its not a bad idea to leave you're web address contact info…you never know…you might have created a new patron.
5. ​Join us on ​November 1st at 10AM for Show & Tell at Open Studio to show us the work you will be abandoning and to pick up your SVA Art Abandonment Project cards.
6. After Nov 1, abandon your art!
7. Photograph what you're leaving behind.
8. Then leave it…walk away…run…try not to get caught.
9. Then on in our SVA Inspiration Facebook share the location and photo of your gift with the rest of us. Here's the group address:Â https://www.facebook.com/groups/362314673367133/
10. Keep your fingers crossed that someone lets us know what became of it. Â
According to Mr. deMeng, here’s a few ideas behind this:
* I think it's important to be able let one's art live a life beyond its creator.  I love imagining what becomes of my art after it is gone…whether given or sold.Â
* Some folks can't seem to let go of their work…even when they sell it.  This is a great way to learn to move on.
* It's also a way sharing work with an unsuspecting patron. Â In this day and age when money is tight, this is a way of encouraging folks to stay involved in the arts.
* This is good for the soul. Â A random kind act.
* You'll find it's a bit addictive…and fun Â
Pick up Salt Valley Arts Art Abandonment Cards at Open Studio or Art Spark.
How it works.
1. All you have to do is make a piece of art. Â (As simple or as elegant as you like)
2. Write a little note on it explaining that it is a giftÂ
3. Also mention that if the finder would like to share info about its fate they can contact us by sending an e-mail to admin@saltvalleyarts.org
4.  Its not a bad idea to leave you're web address contact info…you never know…you might have created a new patron.
5. ​Join us on ​November 1st at 10AM for Show & Tell at Open Studio to show us the work you will be abandoning and to pick up your SVA Art Abandonment Project cards.
6. After Nov 1, abandon your art!
7. Photograph what you're leaving behind.
8. Then leave it…walk away…run…try not to get caught.
9. Then on in our SVA Inspiration Facebook share the location and photo of your gift with the rest of us. Here's the group address:Â https://www.facebook.com/groups/362314673367133/
10. Keep your fingers crossed that someone lets us know what became of it. Â
According to Mr. deMeng, here’s a few ideas behind this:
* I think it's important to be able let one's art live a life beyond its creator.  I love imagining what becomes of my art after it is gone…whether given or sold.Â
* Some folks can't seem to let go of their work…even when they sell it.  This is a great way to learn to move on.
* It's also a way sharing work with an unsuspecting patron. Â In this day and age when money is tight, this is a way of encouraging folks to stay involved in the arts.
* This is good for the soul. Â A random kind act.
* You'll find it's a bit addictive…and fun Â
Pick up Salt Valley Arts Art Abandonment Cards at Open Studio or Art Spark.
Pittsfield Historical Society
The Pittsfield Historical Society invites plein air artists to enjoy the Sutherland Wilson
Farmstead and other Pittsfield Township Parks.
Create work in the parks and submit that work for the 2025 Plein Air Exhibit and Event (May 2025-July 2025) in the Sutherland Wilson Farmhouse.
2024 Sutherland Wilson Farm Open House dates include:
July 21
August 18
September 15 and
October 20
from 2-5 PM.
All plein air paintings or 2D art forms will be considered. Work should reference one of the Pittsfield Township Parks.
For a park listing please see: https://pittsfield-mi.gov/1599/Explore-your-Parks
Deadline for jury submission: January 31, 2025
Acceptance notification: February 28, 2025
Exhibit opening: May 18, 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Sue McDowell by email at
suemcdowell@beachgirlglass.com
Farmstead and other Pittsfield Township Parks.
Create work in the parks and submit that work for the 2025 Plein Air Exhibit and Event (May 2025-July 2025) in the Sutherland Wilson Farmhouse.
2024 Sutherland Wilson Farm Open House dates include:
July 21
August 18
September 15 and
October 20
from 2-5 PM.
All plein air paintings or 2D art forms will be considered. Work should reference one of the Pittsfield Township Parks.
For a park listing please see: https://pittsfield-mi.gov/1599/Explore-your-Parks
Deadline for jury submission: January 31, 2025
Acceptance notification: February 28, 2025
Exhibit opening: May 18, 2025
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact Sue McDowell by email at
suemcdowell@beachgirlglass.com
PAST EVENTS
World Art Day
Salt Valley Arts celebrated World Art Day together in person and online. We gathered together at Dan’s in Saline, to appreciate this awesome community of volunteers dedicated to inspiring individuals to explore and express their unique creativity. Lynn organized the event, Cathy brought the games, Helen & Kelly won door prizes, and a great time was had by all.
On our Facebook Page we shared with the world the art, friendship and volunteerism that makes up Salt Valley Arts.
On our Facebook Page we shared with the world the art, friendship and volunteerism that makes up Salt Valley Arts.
Valentines Day Card Making
On Super Bowl Sunday in February, Salt Valley Arts made 50 valentines to spread some love and cheer to the residents of Brecon Village Evangelical Homes. At this community service project, participants also learned how to make origami hearts for their valentines by special guests of Cathy Cieglo from Japan.
Community Mitten Project
Crafternoon
Artists spent a fun-filled afternoon creating with fellow artists. Participants took home something from each of the 4 Creative Stations.
Pop-Up Art Show, Sale & Benefit
In November 2023, fwe had a pop-up sale at our studio and raised $407 benefiting our art center.
​Thank you to all who donated, volunteered or purchased something.
​Thank you to all who donated, volunteered or purchased something.
Gelli Plate Printing Workshop
In April 2023, Deb Groth demonstrated Gelli printing in a hands on workshop at our studio.
Attending artists were able to view samples, learn techniques, and make their own prints.
Attending artists were able to view samples, learn techniques, and make their own prints.
Arti Gras 2023
Arti Gras 2023 was a three part community art challenge and a fundraiser for Salt Valley Arts which ended with a Silent Auction on April 23.
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Ten photos were chosen to be used as artistic inspiration. Each artist was provided with one of the photos and a frame to be incorporated in any way the artist chose. Finished art was displayed and then auctioned off. All entry fees and auction money benefitted our community art center.
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Ten photos were chosen to be used as artistic inspiration. Each artist was provided with one of the photos and a frame to be incorporated in any way the artist chose. Finished art was displayed and then auctioned off. All entry fees and auction money benefitted our community art center.
Masquer-aide Challege
This community wide Masquer-aide Challenge donated all entry fees to the Taylor Jacobsen Art Scholarship Fund of the Saline Leadership Institute. Taylor Jacobsen was a well loved Saline art educator. The Taylor Jacobsen Art Scholarship Fund was established by the Saline Leadership Institute in his memory to provide access to art classes through Saline Social Services.
Artists paid a $10 entry fee to create art inspired by their interpretation of the word MASK. A Reveal Party was then held to reveal the artists that created each piece. Guests were encouraged to create wearable masks at the party to get into the fall spirit. Artwork was on display from October 10 through November 9, 2022.
Artists paid a $10 entry fee to create art inspired by their interpretation of the word MASK. A Reveal Party was then held to reveal the artists that created each piece. Guests were encouraged to create wearable masks at the party to get into the fall spirit. Artwork was on display from October 10 through November 9, 2022.
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