BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Archie Bray - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Archie Bray X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://archiebray.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Archie Bray REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20220313T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20221106T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20230312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20231105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20240310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20241103T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230812T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230812T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230614T214356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T214427Z UID:10000517-1691848800-1691856000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Experience Class; LGBTQ+ Clay At The Bray\, Cup or Mug DESCRIPTION:Join the Bray and former Resident Artists Haylie Jimenez for a night of creative exploration in clay! Discover the possibilities of slab built cups or mugs\, while enjoying community and conversation around queer art\, artists\, artistic possibilities\, and the possibilities that open up with these ideologies. This class is open to all experience levels\, but is reserved as a safe space for LGBTQ+ individuals. If you identify as a straight\, cis-gender ally\, consider purchasing this class as a gift for a queer friend! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to experience clay for the first time or are seeking a fun filled creative activity — our Experience Classes offer hands-on learning for a variety of student types\, abilities\, and interests. Works made will be ready for pick up 2 weeks following your class. Information on pick up will be provided at the time of your class.   \n\n\n\nAGE: 16+LEVEL: Beginner to AdvancedINSTRUCTOR: Haylie Jimenez \n\n\n\n*A Minimum of 6 is required for this class to run \n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://archiebray.org/event/experience-class-lgbtq-clay-at-the-bray-cup-or-mug/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/LGBTQ-Cup-or-Mug.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230816T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230818T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230314T165250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T132414Z UID:10000502-1692180000-1692385200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Brick by Brick Mini Auction: Brickyard Podcast Network Guests DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the generous spirit of individual artists and community members\, this auction series focuses on donated collections from artists or feature themes that are predominantly found at The Bray. This month’s Brick by Brick Auction features works by artists who host or have been interviewed on The Bray’s Brickyard Podcast Network. All artwork is on view in the display window of the Sales Gallery\, swing by anytime to check it out! \n\n\n\nBidding begins online Wed\, August 16\, 10:00 am MDTBidding closes online Fri\, August 18\, 7:00 pm MDT \n\n\n\nVisit givergy.us/thebraybrickbybrick to check out the fantastic artworkand place your bids. Happy bidding! \n\n\n\n*All times in Mountain Time URL:https://archiebray.org/event/brick-by-brick-mini-auction-series-2/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Auctions,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Brick-by-Brick_BrickyardNetworkPC5x7front.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230817T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230817T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230201T015726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T184456Z UID:10000498-1692230400-1692316799@archiebray.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED\, RESCHEDULE TBD: Artist Amplified; Colby Charpentier DESCRIPTION:In Person or Streaming Online! \n\n\n\nPOSTPONED\, RESCHEDULE TBD:Join us at The Bray as long term Resident and Visions West Fellow Colby Chapentier shares insight into his artistic practice and research.  My studio research is centered around intentionally misunderstanding the world so that I can break the frame and reintroduce myself to what I know…I prioritize research over producing product. While a lot of my work uses the vessel format\, I’m not interested in making the same pot twice. I use an iterative approach so I can get all the “what-ifs” out into space\, and then deal with them. Once I’ve framed a question\, it’s time to hit the studio and build a process to investigate it. The process of making is how I ask and answer questions. The objects I produce are a residue of this process. \n\n\n\nOur newly revamped Artist Amplified lecture and demonstration series allows artists and art enthusiasts to share their history\, process\, and conceptual motivations with the public through various presentation formats. We can’t wait to discover what Colby has to share! \n\n\n\nPOSTPONED\, RESCHEDULE TBD: IN-PERSON: Let us Know You’re Coming!  Doing so helps us prepare\, but more importantly\, helps us secure funding that makes this series possible. Thank you in advance for taking the time to register! \n\n\n\nPOSTPONED\, RESCHEDULE TBD: JOIN VIRTUALLY! (Link goes live at the time of the event) \n\n\n\nWant to learn more about Sponsorship opportunities? Email education@archiebray.org \n\n\n\nAbout The Presenter \n\n\n\nColby grew up in Smithfield\, RI and received his MFA in Ceramics from Cranbrook Academy of Art in 2021\, and his BFA in Ceramics and Glass from the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University in 2013. From 2013-2016\, he worked as a studio assistant to artists Daniel Clayman and Chris Gustin. He has since completed residencies at Sonoma Ceramics in Sonoma\, CA\, The Morean Center for Clay in St. Petersburg\, FL\, Harvard Ceramics at Harvard University in Allston\, MA\, and Goggleworks Center for the Arts in Reading\, PA. Discover More About Colby’s Work Here! URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-amplified-colby-charpentier/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Photo-Grids-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230818T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230818T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230614T214720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T214721Z UID:10000518-1692381600-1692388800@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Experience Class; Pints & Pals\, Drinking Vessels on the Wheel DESCRIPTION:Join us for this 21+ class and develop your wheel-throwing skills while making a fun and functional beer-drinking vessel. An excellent class for both beginners and those with previous experience. Beginners can expect to learn the foundations of wheel throwing\, and those with experience looking to develop their abilities further can expect individualized instruction to expand your skills. Create a shapely pint\, stout\, or tulip vessel\, make some new friends\, and enjoy your BYOB! \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to experience clay for the first time or are seeking a fun filled creative activity — our Experience Classes offer hands-on learning for a variety of student types\, abilities\, and interests. Works made will be ready for pick up 2 weeks following your class. Information on pick up will be provided at the time of your class.   \n\n\n\nAGE: 21+LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate INSTRUCTOR: Comstock \n\n\n\n*A Minimum of 6 is required for this class to run \n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://archiebray.org/event/experience-class-pints-pals-drinking-vessels-on-the-wheel/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Pints-and-Pals-Drinking-Vessels.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230819T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230614T214908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T215154Z UID:10000519-1692453600-1692460800@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Experience Class; Sgraffito Inside\, Identity Vessels DESCRIPTION:This class is for anyone looking to expand on their surface decorating techniques\, explore narrative hand built forms\, or get their hands in clay for the first time! We will be drawing inspiration from the work of Grayson Perry to talk about the ways personal histories and identities can be represented on ceramics. We’ll make small hand built pots\, and carve through layers of slips and underglaze to create fine lines and imagery that expresses the self. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to experience clay for the first time or are seeking a fun filled creative activity — our Experience Classes offer hands-on learning for a variety of student types\, abilities\, and interests. Works made will be ready for pick up 2 weeks following your class. Information on pick up will be provided at the time of your class.   \n\n\n\nAGE: 16+LEVEL: Beginner to Intermediate INSTRUCTOR: Comstock \n\n\n\n*A Minimum of 6 is required for this class to run \n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://archiebray.org/event/experience-class-sgraffito-inside-identity-vessels/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Identity-Vessel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230820T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230719T154911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230818T143513Z UID:10000522-1692540000-1692540000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Talk with Visiting Artist\, Paolo Porelli DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement for this free public artist lecture featuring Bray Visiting Artist Paolo Porelli. See Porelli’s works in person at the Holter Art Museum for his exhibition Figure Out; Catastrophe or Regeneration from July 28th – September 29th. \n\n\n\nAbout the exhibition: Proelli presents a sculptural group of about 60 ceramic “figurines” that reveal a great deal about the reality of our times but that go beyond and enter the timeless dimension of myth and archetype. The figurines represent the variety of human behavior\, and opposing poles of existence\, some generating and others destructive. Will there be a catastrophe or a regeneration? \n\n\n\nUse this link to join virtually URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-talk-with-visiting-artist-paolo-porelli/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Paolo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230821T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230821T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20230614T215333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230614T215334Z UID:10000520-1692640800-1692648000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Experience Class; Dirty Date Night DESCRIPTION:Always wanted a date night that’s muddy\, fun\, and results in a handmade bowl of your very own!? Join us at The Bray for a couples throwing night that’s sure to energize any relationship. Romance not required\, bring your partner\, spouse\, or friend to this crash course on the wheel. Best suited for beginners\, this class will cover centering\, pulling up walls\, and cleaning up the bowl on the wheel. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re looking to experience clay for the first time or are seeking a fun filled creative activity — our Experience Classes offer hands-on learning for a variety of student types\, abilities\, and interests. Works made will be ready for pick up 2 weeks following your class. Information on pick up will be provided at the time of your class.   \n\n\n\nAGE: 18+LEVEL: Beginner INSTRUCTOR: Muriel Condon  \n\n\n\n*A Minimum of 6 is required for this class to run \n\n\n\nRegister Here URL:https://archiebray.org/event/experience-class-dirty-date-night/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Dirty-Date-Night.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230904T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230904T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20220303T190200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T232010Z UID:10000393-1693785600-1693871999@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices\, Galleries and Clay Business closed for Labor Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-galleries-and-clay-business-closed-for-labor-day/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20230921T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20230921T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T225701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T171215Z UID:10000463-1695321000-1695326400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Adam Field DESCRIPTION:In Person or Streaming Online! \n\n\n\nJoin us as former long term resident artist Adam Field presents Bread and Butter\, a demonstration and conversation around developing and maintaining a sustainable studio practice and career.  Engage with Adam through audience Q&A as he demonstrates two of his most frequented forms while sharing his experiences as a full time professional artist.  \n\n\n\nBorn and raised in Colorado\, Adam earned his BA in art from Fort Lewis College. For two years\, he immersed himself in the culturally rich art scene  of the San Francisco Bay Area\, where he began his full time studio practice. From there\, he relocated to Maui\, where he established a thriving studio business. He spent most of 2008 in Icheon\, South Korea\, studying traditional Korean pottery making techniques under 6th generation Onggi master Kim Ill Maan. In 2013 he created and premiered HIDE-N-SEEKAH at the NCECA conference in Houston\, TX. After maintaining his studio in Durango\, CO for 5 years\, Adam moved to Helena\, MT in 2013 where he was a long-term resident artist at the Archie Bray Foundation for Ceramic Arts. Adam is now a full time studio potter in Helena\, MT. His Works are included in private collections and kitchen cabinets internationally.  \n\n\n\nOur Artist Amplified lecture and demonstration series\, designed to allow artists and art enthusiasts to share their history\, process\, and conceptual motivations with the public through various presentation formats. \n\n\n\nIN-PERSON: Let us Know You’re Coming!  Doing so helps us prepare\, but more importantly\, helps us secure funding that makes this series possible. Thank you in advance for taking the time to register! \n\n\n\nJOIN VIRTUALLY! (Link goes live at the time of the event) \n\n\n\nWant to learn more about Sponsorship opportunities? Email education@archiebray.org URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-amplified-12/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/11_Adam-Field-Promo-Image_September.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231009T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231009T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T232254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T232255Z UID:10000469-1696809600-1696895999@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices\, Galleries and Clay Business closed for Indigenous People's Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-galleries-and-clay-business-closed-for-indigenous-peoples-day-2/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231012T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231012T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T225558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T154754Z UID:10000462-1697135400-1697140800@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Timothy Gordon DESCRIPTION:In Person or Streaming Online! \n\n\n\nJoin us October 12th at 6:30pm MST as internationally recognized art appraiser Timothy Gordon takes us on a journey of his adventures\, discoveries\, and experiences throughout his 25+ year career. From the estates of Montana artists Rudy Autio\, Frances Senska\, and Charles M. Russell to Princess Diana Spencer’s Gown Collection at Kensington Palace\, Timothy will share highlights from his careers\, while shining light on the appraisal process (and might even demonstrate the process on several of The Bray’s Permanente collection items!) this is a must not miss event.   \n\n\n\nTimothy Gordon is internationally recognized as an appraisal authority.  He has been evaluating or marketing important works of fine art\, valuables and collections for over 25 years\, having personally appraised millions of items.  An Associate Member of the International Society of Appraisers from 1998 – 2012\, he belongs to the prestigious AOA Appraisal Society. \n\n\n\nOur Artist Amplified lecture and demonstration series\, designed to allow artists and art enthusiasts to share their history\, process\, and conceptual motivations with the public through various presentation formats. \n\n\n\nIN-PERSON: Let us Know You’re Coming!  Doing so helps us prepare\, but more importantly\, helps us secure funding that makes this series possible. Thank you in advance for taking the time to register! \n\n\n\nJOIN VIRTUALLY! (Link goes live at the time of the event) \n\n\n\nWant to learn more about Sponsorship opportunities? Email education@archiebray.org URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-amplified-11/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12_Timothy-Gordon-Promo-Image_October.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231027T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231028T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T224625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T224626Z UID:10000451-1698364800-1698537599@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-board-meeting-6/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Board Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231109T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231222T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T232621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T185508Z UID:10000470-1699488000-1703289599@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Holiday Sale DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Holiday Sale at The Bray! Shop artwork from current and former resident artists to find the perfect one-of-a-kind gift for anyone on your list. Shop local—consider these unique gift ideas; a handmade mug for hot morning drinks\, a comforting soup bowl\, a distinctive pitcher for the table\, jewelry\, a stunning sculpture\, a stand-out vase\, pleasant cocktail cups\, uncommon ornaments and find more in-person at the gallery! \n\n\n\nShop online \n\n\n\nBecome a member now to receive a special invitation and benefits during the Holiday Sale. \n\n\n\nGallery Hours: Tues-Fri 11 am-5 pm and Sat 12-4 pm URL:https://archiebray.org/event/holiday-sale/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Sales Gallery Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/snow-at-the-bray-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231123T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231124T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20220303T202223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T232759Z UID:10000398-1700697600-1700870399@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices and Clay Business closed for Thanksgiving Holiday  DESCRIPTION:Offices\, Clay Business and Gallery Closed Thanksgiving Day\, Gallery OPEN Friday\, November 24 from 11 am-5 pm URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-and-clay-business-closed-for-thanksgiving-holiday/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231220T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240102T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T234059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T234059Z UID:10000473-1703030400-1704239999@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices closed for Holiday Break DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-closed-for-holiday-break-2/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231223T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240102T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20221208T233046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T233047Z UID:10000472-1703289600-1704239999@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Sales Gallery and Clay Business closed for Holiday Break DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-sales-gallery-and-clay-business-closed-for-holiday-break/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240115T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240115T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231130T155621Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T155715Z UID:10000524-1705276800-1705363199@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices\, Galleries and Clay Business closed for MLK Day DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-galleries-and-clay-business-closed-for-mlk-day/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240126T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231130T161624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T151130Z UID:10000525-1706090400-1706295600@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Brick by Brick Mini Auction: Sparkling DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the generous spirit of individual artists and community members\, this auction series focuses on donated collections from artists or feature themes that are predominantly found at The Bray. This month’s Brick by Brick Auction features wearable ceramic art! Treat yourself or a loved one to some bling and sparkle! \n\n\n\nBidding begins online Wed\, January 24\, 10:00 am MDTBidding closes online Fri\, January 26\, 7:00 pm MDT \n\n\n\nVisit givergy.us/thebraybrickbybrick to check out the fantastic artworkand place your bids. Happy bidding! \n\n\n\n*All times in Mountain Time URL:https://archiebray.org/event/brick-by-brick-mini-auction-sparkle/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Auctions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Rose-Gold-Modern-Sparkles-Jewellery-Logo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240126T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240126T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231205T234821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T234823Z UID:10000556-1706256000-1706288400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Board Meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-board-meeting-8/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Board Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231130T175250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175251Z UID:10000526-1706450400-1706454000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Speaking of Pots with Sarah Jaeger DESCRIPTION:Join local area artist\, former Long Term Resident Artist and Visiting Artist Sarah Jaeger for the return of Speaking of Pots.  This delightful conversation-based series is free\, open to the public and operates intending to increase knowledge and awareness of handmade pottery to any curious mind\, no matter experience or background. Please note this is a volunteer-run program. \n\n\n\n“I love to talk about pots with other makers\, and with non-makers who just love pots. This series of conversations offer an opportunity to consider any aspect of pots (form\, surface\, materials\, techniques\, aesthetics\, intention\, etc.) and to share ideas\, and answer questions. It’s often the case that we get so involved in our process of making\, that we don’t step back\, and ask\, “Why?” Or\, “What do I want to say?” These conversations can help us look at the bigger picture\, learn how to really see the pots we are making\, or simply clarify some technical questions we have had.”  –  Sarah Jaeger on the Speaking of Pots series URL:https://archiebray.org/event/speaking-of-pots-with-sarah-jaeger/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Education,Engagement Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240223T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240224T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231201T165512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T165627Z UID:10000531-1708678800-1708794000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Alumni & Staff Throwing and Making Day - Pots & Plants Edition DESCRIPTION:Calling former resident artists! Join us in the Frances Senska Center for Education & Engagement to make planters and vases for the Pots & Plants Sale at the Bray. Gather in community with fellow residents (current and past) and staff for a day or two of fun! URL:https://archiebray.org/event/alumni-staff-throwing-day-pots-plants-edition/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Community,Sales Gallery Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/pots-plants-in-ed-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240225T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240225T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231130T175718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175719Z UID:10000527-1708869600-1708873200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Speaking of Pots with Sarah Jaeger DESCRIPTION:Join local area artist\, former Long Term Resident Artist and Visiting Artist Sarah Jaeger for the return of Speaking of Pots.  This delightful conversation-based series is free\, open to the public and operates intending to increase knowledge and awareness of handmade pottery to any curious mind\, no matter experience or background. Please note this is a volunteer-run program. \n\n\n\n“I love to talk about pots with other makers\, and with non-makers who just love pots. This series of conversations offer an opportunity to consider any aspect of pots (form\, surface\, materials\, techniques\, aesthetics\, intention\, etc.) and to share ideas\, and answer questions. It’s often the case that we get so involved in our process of making\, that we don’t step back\, and ask\, “Why?” Or\, “What do I want to say?” These conversations can help us look at the bigger picture\, learn how to really see the pots we are making\, or simply clarify some technical questions we have had.”  –  Sarah Jaeger on the Speaking of Pots series URL:https://archiebray.org/event/speaking-of-pots-with-sarah-jaeger-2/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Education,Engagement Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240307T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240503T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231201T180202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T192816Z UID:10000534-1709769600-1714780799@archiebray.org SUMMARY:2024 Fellowship Artist Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Opening Reception: March 7\, 6-8 pm at the Bray North Gallery \n\n\n\nFeaturing: Austin Coudriet\, Austin Riddle\, Colby Charpentier\, Janina Myronowa\, Laura Dirksen\, Maura Wright\, Megan Thomas\, Sarah Alsaied\, Shea Burke\, Simphiwe Mbunyuza \n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate our long-term residents! \n\n\n\nJoin us to celebrate exciting artwork by 10 Bray long term fellowship recipients! Come out to the Bray North Gallery Thursday\, March 7 from 6-8 pm to discover their diverse creations\, mingle with the artists\, and let the magic of clay ignite your imagination! \n\n\n\nSupport comes from the Bray Fellowship\, Etchart-Satre Fellowship\, Frazza Fellowship\, Joan Lincoln Fellowship\, Lilian Fellowship\, Matsutani Fellowship\, Quigley-Hiltner Fellowship\, Speyer Fellowship\, and Taunt Fellowship. Each fellowship awards $7\,500 to a long term resident artist; additional funds are provided to cover the Bray’s studio costs for each resident. \n\n\n\nThank you to our sponsor\, MOSAIC. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Austin Coudriet\, Shea Burke\, Austin Riddle\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Austin Riddle\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Janina Myronowa\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Megan Thomas\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Maura Wright\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Laura Dirksen\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Simphiwe Mbunyuza\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Sarah Alsaied\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Colby Charpentier\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Shea Burke\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Janina Myronowa\, Megan Thomas\, Laura Dirksen\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Austin Coudriet\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Sarah Alsaied \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Laura Dirksen\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Austin Coudriet\, Janina Myronowa\, Maura Wright\, Sarah Alsaied URL:https://archiebray.org/event/fellowship-artists-exhibition-3/ LOCATION:Bray Gallery: North\, 2915 Country Club Ave\, Helena\, Montana\, 59602\, United States CATEGORIES:Exhibitions,Sales Gallery Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024-Fellowship-Exhibition-Postcard-FRONT.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240314T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240314T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231204T172303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T181041Z UID:10000536-1710441000-1710446400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Megan Thomas and Brad Robinson DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Bray as long term Resident and Bray Fellow Megan Thomas along with Bray Administrative Manager and Accessibility Coordinator Brad Robinson share the stage and get audience members ready for spring as they share their research and knowledge of birds\, pottery\, and the local Helena trail systems (yes\, you read that right!) Discover Megan’s artworks and how her research on historical bird pots have influenced it\, then dive into Helena’s local flora\, fauna\, and extensive trail system as Brad talks about the amazing resource\, helenaoutdoors.com. A must not miss night of an enjoyable pairing of minds and ideas around two outwardly different yet delightfully similar perspectives. \nOur Artist Amplified lecture and demonstration series allows artists and art enthusiasts to share their history\, process\, and conceptual motivations with the public through various presentation formats. We can’t wait to discover what Megan and Brad have to share! \nIn Person:       Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement       2915 Country Club Ave       Helena\, MT 59602 \nJOIN VIRTUALLY! (Link goes live at the time of the event) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nAbout the Presenters    \nMegan Thomas grew up in Hamilton\, Ohio. She studied ceramic sculpture and painting at Bowling Green State University as an undergraduate student and graduated with an MFA in ceramics from Utah State University in 2020. She is currently a long-term resident at the Archie Bray Foundation in Helena\, Montana. She birdwatches and trail runs for fun. Discover More About Megan’s Work Here \nBrad Robinson enjoys learning and nurturing organizational processes\, refining systems\, and helping people to work to their potential. He believes that this approach enhances the staff\, the organization\, and its mission. Since 1993\, Robinson has founded or managed both for- and nonprofit organizations in Montana. He has been with The Bray since 2014. Discover More About Brad’s Passion Project; Helena Outdoors \nThank you to our generous Artist Amplified sponsor\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana \nemail kposewitz@archiebray.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nArtist Amplified Presenting Sponsor URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-amplified-2/ LOCATION:Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, 59602 CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Artist-Amplified-Photo-Grids-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240320T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231204T180041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231204T180042Z UID:10000546-1710921600-1711213200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:NCECA Richmond\, Virginia DESCRIPTION:Find the Bray at NCECA! Visit our Bray Clay Business booth\, stop by and say\, “Hi!” and find information at our resource table\, and come hear about our Brickyard Podcast Network in the Podcast Room! URL:https://archiebray.org/event/nceca-richmond-virginia/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231130T175748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175749Z UID:10000528-1711288800-1711292400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Speaking of Pots with Sarah Jaeger DESCRIPTION:Join local area artist\, former Long Term Resident Artist and Visiting Artist Sarah Jaeger for the return of Speaking of Pots.  This delightful conversation-based series is free\, open to the public and operates intending to increase knowledge and awareness of handmade pottery to any curious mind\, no matter experience or background. Please note this is a volunteer-run program. \n\n\n\n“I love to talk about pots with other makers\, and with non-makers who just love pots. This series of conversations offer an opportunity to consider any aspect of pots (form\, surface\, materials\, techniques\, aesthetics\, intention\, etc.) and to share ideas\, and answer questions. It’s often the case that we get so involved in our process of making\, that we don’t step back\, and ask\, “Why?” Or\, “What do I want to say?” These conversations can help us look at the bigger picture\, learn how to really see the pots we are making\, or simply clarify some technical questions we have had.”  –  Sarah Jaeger on the Speaking of Pots series URL:https://archiebray.org/event/speaking-of-pots-with-sarah-jaeger-3/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Education,Engagement Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/image.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231201T170636Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T182602Z UID:10000532-1712998800-1713027600@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Alumni & Staff Throwing and Making Day - Empty Bowls Edition DESCRIPTION:Calling former resident artists! Join us in the Frances Senska Center for Education & Engagement to make bowls to donate for Helena Food Share’s Empty Bowls event. Gather in community with fellow residents (current and past) and staff for a day of fun! URL:https://archiebray.org/event/alumni-staff-throwing-and-making-day-empty-bowls-edition/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/MothersDayThrowing2018-14-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240414T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231201T182457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231201T182458Z UID:10000535-1713092400-1713103200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Empty Bowls Community Bowl Fest DESCRIPTION:Community members! Join us in the Frances Senska Center for Education & Engagement to make bowls to donate to Helena Food Share’s Empty Bowls event. URL:https://archiebray.org/event/empty-bowls-community-bowl-fest/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/MothersDayThrowing2018-14-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240418T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231204T173324Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T170816Z UID:10000537-1713465000-1713470400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Abbey Cook and Stephanie McGeorge DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Bray as local florist and event planner Abbey Cook and regional clay artist Stephanie McGeorge share the stage and insight into their careers and practices while providing demonstrations and answering audience questions. Learn how to showcase your floral arrangements and elevate the vases they’re displayed in while gaining a deeper understanding of the artistic choices made throughout the process of vase making. A hot topic for both consumers and makers of vases\, alike – take your next dinner party or photo documentation to the next level after this Artist Amplified event! \n\n\n\nOur Artist Amplified lecture and demonstration series allows artists and art enthusiasts to share their history\, process\, and conceptual motivations with the public through various presentation formats. We can’t wait to discover what Abbey and Stephanie have to share! \n\n\n\nIn Person:       Frances Senska Center for Education and Engagement       2915 Country Club Ave       Helena\, MT 59602 \n\n\n\nJOIN VIRTUALLY! (Link goes live at the time of the event) \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters    \n\n\n\nAbbey Cook is owner of Anchor G Gatherings\, a wedding planning and full-service floral design company near Helena\, Montana. Abbey splits her time between Montana and New York City and plans weddings and events all over the country. An aspiring Rancher\, she is learning the art of animal husbandry and growing blooms for custom floral arrangements alongside her best friend\, Flint Creek Farms. Anchor G\, named after Abbey’s family cattle brand- is inspired by the spirit of the west and offers a variety of packages across the state of Montana as well as nationwide. Learn more about Abbey and Anchor G here. \n\n\n\nStephanie McGeorge is a ceramic artist whose work exhibits both the rigor of her classical artistic training and the unexpected delight of her artistic instincts. Her hand-drawn lines appear impossibly perfect\, and her choices of colors and shapes bring joyful surprise. Stephanie lives in Montana\, where the Yellowstone River and mountains are the backdrop to her art. She is inspired everyday by the patterns and unexpected moments found in the nature around her. Discover more about Stephanie and her work here. \n\n\n\nThank you to our generous Artist Amplified sponsor\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana \n\n\n\nemail kposewitz@archiebray.org to learn more about sponsorship opportunities \n\n\n\nArtist Amplified Presenting Sponsor URL:https://archiebray.org/event/artist-amplified-3/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/04_April_Abbey-Cook-and-Stephanie-McGeorge_2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240424T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240426T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T160340 CREATED:20231205T224428Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T140507Z UID:10000547-1713952800-1714158000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Brick by Brick Mini Auction: ka-BLOOM! DESCRIPTION:Brought to you by the generous spirit of individual artists and community members\, this auction series focuses on donated collections from artists or feature themes that are predominantly found at The Bray. This month’s Brick by Brick Auction features ceramic art + flowers! Treat yourself or a loved one to some beauty! \n\n\n\nBidding begins online Wed\, April 24\, 10:00 am MDTBidding closes online Fri\, April 26\, 7:00 pm MDT \n\n\n\nVisit givergy.us/thebraybrickbybrick to check out the fantastic artworkand place your bids. Happy bidding! \n\n\n\n*All times in Mountain Time URL:https://archiebray.org/event/brick-by-brick-mini-auction-kabloom/ LOCATION:Montana CATEGORIES:Auctions,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Brick-by-Brick_Sparkling_PC5x7afront.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR