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Fall Community Open House 2010

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We know you’ve driven by a thousand times wondering what goes on here.
Well now’s your chance to come find out!

Fall Community Open House

Celebrating Art & Community
Saturday, September 11, 2010
12PM to 4PM
The Crucible
Directions…

Interested in participating in this exciting event?
Exhibitor Information…
Artshow Application Closed – Art Show Info

We will be hosting an expo of several amazing community organizations that bring vital and important services to our diverse neighborhood, and an art show highlighting the talents of our students and faculty. Our Open House is a wonderful way to experience many of the fabulous things West Oakland has to offer. This is a family-friendly event with circus and fire performances, food and fun for all ages and the best part – it’s FREE!

Event Activities Include:
• an expo of amazing organizations committed to serving the Oakland community
• exciting live industrial art demonstrations in welding, glass working, blacksmithing and more
• a fiery metal pour in our foundry
• hands-on activities for all ages
• a spectacular art show showcasing the creativity of Crucible students
• fabulous live performances of fire, music and dance
• the opportunity to interact with our instructors and students to learn more about The Crucible and our classes

We’ll also have the opportunity for folks who sign up for classes that day to take advantage of a fabulous discount!  Crucible members will receive a 25% discount and new students will receive a 20% discount off regular class tuition.

Exhibitors Attending:
Civic Pride
Kinetic Arts Center
Oakland Pride
Oakland School for the Arts
People’s Community Partnership Federal Credit Union
Richmond Spokes
Scotland Youth and Family Center
Studio One
West Oakland Library
West Oakland Senior Center

We are just two blocks from West Oakland BART station!

Fall Community Open House Art Show Application

This is for Crucible Students, Faculty and Staff.
Saturday, September 11, 2010 – 12-4PM
Applications are CLOSED.

Art Show Contact:
openhouse@thecrucible.org – Phone: (510) 444-0919 x123

Fees and Payment
There are no entry fees. For work that is for sale, all payments (cash and checks) will be made out directly to each artist. However, we ask that each artist give a 20% donation of sales to The Crucible’s general fund. If you are unable to attend the open house, we still encourage you to submit your work. Unsold work and payments can be picked up during the times listed below.

Artwork Drop-Off: The Crucible’s Main Office • Tuesday, September 7th – Thursday, September 9 • 10AM-6PM 
All pieces must be

labeled or they will not be accepted. 

NO pieces will be accepted after September 9th!

Unsold artwork pick up days and times: Monday, September 13 – Thursday, September 16 • 10AM – 6PM (Any piece of artwork not picked up by 6PM on Thursday, 9/16/10, will be disposed of, unless otherwise arranged.)

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Fall Open House Exhibitor Information

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The Crucible will host an open house on September 11, 2010 and we are seeking local community-based organizations to join us in our fourth Community Open House event. The Open House will run from 12-4 pm and we have limited booths and tables for community based organizations.

We hope to serve as a community resource to promote a daylong open house for community-based organizations serving West Oakland.  We are inviting local residents, as well as, our Crucible community to take advantage of the wide range of programming found within Oakland. We invite community-based organizations to join us for this community-building event.

Our Open House events draw 500 attendees and offers live demonstrations of our fine and industrial arts. We have a limited number of 10×10 booths and 6×8 tables, which are available on a first come, first serve basis. Electricity can be provided. We invite organizations to bring materials, collateral and banners. Organizations are welcomed to sell items during this time as well. We will feature this Community Open House in our newsletters, on our website and in our printed materials.

Set up begins at 10:30 a.m. and the open house ends at 4 p.m. We will not be able to accommodate any late set ups beyond 11: 30 a.m.  We have an online submission form, Click Here to Apply. We welcome you to join us for this exciting event. Please respond by August 26, 2010.

We believe in being good neighbors and through community support, we can continue the work we’ve started. There is no place like West Oakland and together we can continue to make our neighborhood a place where art thrives.
Event dates & times: Saturday
September 11, 2010
12 to 4pm
Deadline: Thursday, August 26th, 2010
Application: APPLY HERE…
Contact Persons: Please contact either Kristy with any questions.
Email: kristy@thecrucible.org – Phone: 510.444.0919 x113
Setup Info: Set up begins at 10 a.m. and the open house ends at 4 p.m. We will not be able to accommodate any late set ups beyond 11:30 a.m.
Additional Info: We have a limited number of 10×10 booths and 6×8 tables, which are available on a first come, first serve basis. Electricity can be provided. We invite organizations to bring materials, collateral and banners. Organizations are welcomed to sell items during this time as well.
Legal Stuff: Applicant herby releases and agrees to hold harmless and to not bring a lawsuit, arbitration of other action claim of proceeding against The Crucible and its members, directors, employees, agents, subcontractors, representatives, attorneys, brokers, insurers, lenders, officers, partners, successors. This release includes but is not limited to any claim, loss, expense, and liability that Applicant may suffer, whether by reason of breach of or failure of The Crucible to perform in any manner of any part of its obligations related to the 2010 Fall Community Open House or by any reason of any act of omission of The Crucible. This Release includes but
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Flux

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July 20 – August 13, 2010

Artist Reception: Thursday, July 29th 6-9pm
First Friday Art Walk: Friday, August 6th 6-9pm
Closing Reception: Friday, August 13th 6-9pm with music by Daniel Yasmin & Co.

Gallery Hours: Monday-Friday 11am-2pm

Artists Include:
Crystal Allen, Jay Bridgland, Ben Carpenter, Lee Granberg, Carla Hall, Bonnie Heras, Janet Hiebert, Billy Hiebert, Jonathan Hyman, Rob Nehring, Robert Stone, Warren, Kathleen Watson

 

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Evening at The Crucible – May 2010

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Demos, Discounts and Drinks!

Friday, May 14, 2010
6:30 – 9:30PM

Converge with Crucible faculty at our industrial arts facility to ignite your creativity. Instructors will be on hand to divulge age-old techniques in jewelry making, hot metal foundry pours and neon. You will learn how artists, limited only by what they can imagine, use these techniques to transform a lump of cold hard metal or glass into an amazing work of art. Works by these artists will be on display, and you can enjoy adult libations from our bar while hanging out with some interesting and inventive folks. Check out information about our great classes, and if you’re a new student or Crucible member, you can also get discounts for class tuition.

Music for this evening’s event will be provided by Billy Hiebert.

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video by Monet Allard


We are located just two blocks from West Oakland BART Station.

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Spring Open House 2010

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2010 Spring Open House

Celebrating Student and Faculty Art

Saturday, April 17, 2010 • 12 to 4PM
FREE Admission

Join us this Saturday afternoon as we roll open our doors to show you what we are all about!

Don’t Miss…

Demonstrations:
We will have live demonstrations happening all through out our studio and invite you to explore our space, experience live demos and feel free to ask staff, faculty and volunteers questions. This year our Stone Carving yard is open in the back lot, just follow the signs through our rental studios to out back.

Fire Demos:
We will be having students from our Art of Fire Dancing class show off their skills spinning fiery poi as well as a fire eating and breathing demo.

Open Studios:
This year our private studio renters are opening their studios up for all to see. Check out their work and workspaces.

Art Show:
There will be an art show featuring work from Crucible students, faculty and staff. Don’t miss the neon pieces on display in our Caboose as well as through out the main event space.

Class Discount:
The hottest part of our open house is a 20% off class tuition discount for spring classes available Saturday only for Members and New Students. To receive the discount you must register at the Open House Registration Desk.

Drawings:
There will be a drawing for free vintage Crucible event t-shirts as well as free tuition on a Crucible Class. Fill out the entries at the front entrance when you get here.

Bicycle Shop:
We will have bicycles for all ages and sizes for sale in our Bike Shop on Saturday too. If you need a new ride, stop by and support our bike program with your purchase. They’re perfect for the playa!

Youth Summer Camp Tour:
At 12:10 sharp we will be doing a tour of our facility, pointing out the amazing classes for youth this summer. Please sign up before hand, as space is limited.

PLUS SO MUCH MORE…

Photo Gallery – Click Here for Pictures from 2009 Spring Open House
 

 
Interested in Youth Summer Camp?
Take our Youth Summer Camp Preview Tour on April 17, 2010 at 12PM

If you know a young artist (ages 8 to 18) who might enjoy a class at The Crucible, here’s your chance to find out more about our youth classes and camps and the people who teach them.  On April 17, 2010 at 12:10PM, The Crucible  is hosting a tour for families who are interested in our classes, workshops, and camps. This introduction to The Crucible includes a tour of the facility from 12:10 to 1:10PM. Set during our Open House, families can then enjoy all of our exciting demonstrations.

The Crucible offers courses not available in schools, typical summer camps or art programs. Here young people 8 to 18 learn to bend metal, shape glass, and control fire; exploring electronics, art, science and much more through

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Evening at The Crucible – February 2010

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Demos, Discounts and Drinks!

February 26, 2010
6:30 – 9:30PM
Free Admission

On February 26, converge with Crucible faculty at our industrial arts facility to ignite your creativity. Instructors will be on hand to divulge age-old techniques in blacksmithing, glass flameworking and welding. You will learn how artists, limited only by what they can imagine, use these techniques to transform a lump of cold hard metal or glass into an amazing work of art. Works by these artists will be on display, and you can enjoy adult libations from our bar while hanging out with some interesting and inventive folks. Check out information about our great classes, and if you’re a new student or Crucible member, you can also get discounts for class tuition.

Demonstarations by:

Blacksmithing — Chris Neimer & Carla Hall
Glass Flameworking — Tara Murray & Lance Wright
Welding: ARC, MIG, TIG —  Jim Pacheco & Tory Fink


We are located just two blocks from West Oakland BART Station.

Sponsors
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Holiday Gifty Art Sale 2009

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Hot for the Holidays!

Saturday & Sunday, December 12 & 13, 2009
10AM – 4PM

Vendors – Applications Closed
Art Show – Call For Artists – Apply Here

Shopping at the mall was never like this!

Support local artists and community arts education for youth and adults while you get your last minute shopping done at the Bay Area’s most unusual holiday celebration.

Whatever holiday you celebrate, spark it up with a visit to The Crucible’s Holiday Gifty celebration. Shop for unique and affordable gifts created by over 70 Bay Area artisans, and experience the excitement of our 56,000 sq. ft. studio, where furnaces roar and sparks fly.

• Handmade jewelry, glass creations, sculpture, clothing, ceramics
and more
• Demonstrations of glass blowing, metal casting, and blacksmithing
from 11AM to 3PM
• The Crucible’s Bike Shop with be selling Bicycles of all sizes
• Family friendly performances
• Santa arrives at 1PM
• Prize drawing at 3PM each day; grand prize drawing Sunday
• Refreshments and holiday treats
• Learn about classes and workshops that will ignite your own creativity!

And the best part…FREE admission!

Check us out last year on ABC 7 News!

Picture Gallery from 2008 Gifty

Vendors – Applications Closed
Art Show – Applications Closed





 
photos by Becca Jay



VENDORS

CERAMICS
Aaron Vonk
Catherine Bildhauer
Moriah Hart
VAM Pottery

CLOTHING/ACCESSORIES
Alpaca by Karim
bunnywarez
Carolyn Yugo
Daphne Ruff
dorklandia
Field Day Wearables
fiftyseven-thirtythree
King Bag Company
Like Minded People
Lucky Space Monkey
Mani Padma
O’Lover Hats
Recession Clothing
RocknSock
Sew is Your Face!
SuperSugarRayRay
THREAD together

JEWELRY
Asti Glass Design
Baja Nights Jewelry
Beadzilla Jewelry Creations
Beauty and the Beads of Santa Fe in Berkeley
Bobbie’s Baubles
Colleen Mauer Designs
D.A.C. Metals
Found Treasures
Fun Girls Jewelry
Heart’s

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Holiday Gifty Art Sale 2010

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Hot for the Holidays!

Friday, December 10, 2010 (Preview Night)
7-10PM • $10 at Door / Free Admission for Crucible Members
Saturday & Sunday, December 11 & 12, 2010
10AM – 4PM • Free Admission for all

Press Release (PDF)
Event Poster (JPG)

Shopping at the mall was never like this!

Support local artists and community arts education for youth and adults while you get your last minute shopping done at the Bay Area’s most unusual holiday celebration.

On Friday night we have our first ever special preview night with live music, adult beverages and first crack at the fabulous gifty items. This evening is free to Crucible members, so become a member now or at the door to start reaping the rewards of your member benefits!

Then on Saturday and Sunday we have the most unique holiday shopping experience around. Shop for affordable handcrafted gifts created by over 70 Bay Area artisans, and experience the excitement of our 56,000 sq. ft. studio, where furnaces roar and sparks fly. Kinetic Steam Works will also be on hand with their large steam powered tracker “Pappy” to usher in a very important guest.

Holiday Gifty Features:
• Over 70 amazing artisans selling handmade gifts
• Exciting live industrial art demonstrations in welding, blacksmithing, glass blowing and more
• Bicycles for all ages will be for sale in The Crucible’s Bike Shop
• Fabulous family friendly stage performances
• A visit from Santa at 1PM (Saturday & Sunday Only)
• Spectacular Art Lottery
• Tasty refreshments and holiday treats
• An opportunity to talk and interact with our instructors, students and staff to learn more about The Crucible, sign up for classes, or purchasing a gift certificate
• Kinetic Steam Works “Pappy” (Saturday & Sunday Only)
• Destiny – Harpist from the Hood (Friday Only)
• Fiddlerats (Saturday Only)
• Fade2Black Youth Jazz Ensemble (Sunday Only)

Whatever holiday you celebrate, spark it up with a visit to The Crucible’s Holiday Gifty celebration.

Picture Gallery from 2009 Holiday Gifty

Also Not To Be Missed…
Register for a class at Holiday Gifty and save 20% or even 25% off class tuition for the winter quarter.

– New students receive a 20% discount
– Crucible members receive a 25% discount

* Class cost comprises tuition and studio costs; discount is on tuition only. Discount cannot be applied to classes for which you have already registered. There is limited space for discounted tuition available in each class, and this offer cannot be combined with any other offers, volunteer/intern hours or coupons. Not good for Family Fun Weekends, Tasters, Labs or CREATE access.


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Newsletter October 09

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FEATURE

Fall Classes in Full Swing

If you’re missing the heat of summer, then come to The Crucible to get up close and personal with a kiln, torch, furnace, or flame and ignite your creativity.

There are classes to suit just about anyone’s schedule, including several NEW classes just added.

Download (pdf)
Fall Class Schedule

CLASSES

Halloween Family Fun Weekend

Saturday & Sunday – Oct 31 & Nov 1

Halloween Family Fun Weekend classes offer a family member discounted tuition when you take a class together. The tuition is for one adult and one child age 12 and up. As far as family goes, you define family, not us.

So why stop at carving a pumpkin when you can carve hot metal! Check out what we still have open below:

Introduction to Blacksmithing
Glass Flameworking
Introduction to Jewelry & Metals (A)
Introduction to Welded Sculpture
Introduction to MIG Welding
Beginning TIG
Woodturning

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New Classes Coming This Fall!

In Blacksmithing
Forgewelding
Weekend Intensive, Oct. 24-25
This advanced blacksmithing skill has long been the mark of “expert status” in metalworking and is often used in bladesmithing.

In Ceramics
Create a Blessing Bowl
2 Sundays, Nov. 8 & 15
In this class you’ll experience the special joy of giving and receiving, while you learn basic ceramic skills.

In Hot Wheels
Bike Mechanic Workshop
3 Sessions, starts Oct. 17
You will leave this class with your bike deep and completely tuned up, as well as a solid working knowledge of bike repair.

In Moldmaking
Life Casting
5 Sessions, starts Nov. 3.
In this class you will learn the basics of creating a negative mold to make your unique sculpture using the human form.

In Resources for Artists
Discovering the Artist in You
5 Sessions, starts Oct. 22. Access your creativity and find your muse through a unique approach that includes movement, breath awareness and lots of engaging materials.

In Textiles
T-Shirt Reconstruction
3 Sessions, starts Nov. 10.
Learn how to re-size, cut and convert your old clothes and transform them into new and exciting garments.

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Weekend Warriors

Do you have a free weekend coming up? Are you looking for something to do? Do you just need to get those creative juices flowing? Check out these fun weekend possibilities:

October 10-11
Stilt Walking

October 17-18
Glass Flameworking Lab
Sheet Metal Forming with Evan Wilcox
Copyright Law for Artists (Saturday only)

October 24-25
Forgewelding
Intro to Rubber Mold Making for Jewelry (Saturday only)
Gemology (Sunday only)

October 31-November 1
A Primer in 3D Enameling (Saturday only)
Fearless Fire Eating
Introduction to Glass Blowing

November 7-8
Foundry – Patinas Made Easy
Advanced Glass Marble Making Techniques
Jewelry – Introduction to Art Silver Clay
Making Your Own Jewelry Stamping Tools (Saturday only)

November 14-15
Glass Flameworking – Core Vessel

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Fall Community Open House 2009

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Celebrating Art & Community

Saturday, September 12, 2009
12PM to 4PM

Interested in participating in this exciting event?

Exhibitor Information…

 

We know you’ve driven by a thousand times wondering what goes on here.
Well now’s your chance to come find out!
Come on down and visit us during our annual Fall Community Open House.

We will be hosting an expo of several amazing community organizations that bring vital and important services to our diverse neighborhood, and an art show highlighting the talents of our students and faculty. Our Open House is a wonderful way to experience many of the fabulous things West Oakland has to offer. This is a family-friendly event with circus and fire performances, food and fun for all ages and the best part – it’s FREE!

Event Activities Include:
• An expo of several amazing organizations committed to serving
Oakland communities
• A Fiery metal pour in our foundry
• Tasty Food & Refreshments
• Fabulous live performances of fire, music and dance
• Exciting live demonstrations including welding, glass working,
metal casting, and blacksmithing
• Student art show displaying the creativity of The Crucible

Check out pictures from last year…
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