BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Archie Bray - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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: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:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231123T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20231124T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231220T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240102T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20231223T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240102T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240115T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240115T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240124T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240126T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Board Meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240128T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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:20260404T072328 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:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ 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:20260404T072328 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/ CATEGORIES:Auctions,Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Brick-by-Brick_Sparkling_PC5x7afront.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240425T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20240126T181214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T154604Z UID:10000569-1714039200-1714042800@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Ribbon Cutting for Bray Gallery: Downtown DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate the opening of our newest gallery space in beautiful Downtown Helena\, 10:00 am Thursday\, April 25\, 434 N. Last Chance Gulch URL:https://archiebray.org/event/grand-opening-of-the-bray-gallery-downtown/ CATEGORIES:Sales Gallery Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240428T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240428T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231130T175836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175837Z UID:10000529-1714312800-1714316400@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-4/ 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:20240502T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240502T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231204T173734Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T172140Z UID:10000538-1714672800-1714678200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Special Event at Mt Ascension Brewing Co for Greater Helena Gives DESCRIPTION:Join us at Mt Ascension Brewing Co for a very special Artist Amplified event in conjunction with this years Greater Helena Gives campaign! Hear from our three first year resident artists\, Sarah Alsaied\, Austin Coudriet\, and Laura Dirksen as they share and discuss what they’ve been working on in their studios\, their aspirations\, and what adventures they took getting here. Grab a beer\, support the arts\, help celebrate and raise awareness for nonprofits like ours to make our Helena community as special as it is! \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 Sarah\, Austin\, and Laura have to share! \n\n\n\nIn Person:       Mt Ascension Brewing Co       317 Cruse Ave       Helena\, MT 59601 \n\n\n\nJoin Us Virtually – Link goes live at time of event (no registration needed) \n\n\n\nAbout the Presenters    \n\n\n\nSarah Alsaied is an artist from Kuwait currently based in Montana\, United States. Alsaied earned a BA in Studio Arts with ceramics emphasis at University of Southern Indiana (2018) and an MFA with sculpture emphasis at Wichita State University (2022). In 2021\, Alsaied contributed in organizing\, co-creating\, and co-designing of Juneteenth Parade Float in Wichita\, KS\, and Reimagined Mascot Puppet for Home Coming Parade for Wichita State University. Recently\, she finished a residency at the New Harmony Clay Project Center. Currently\, Alsaied is a long-term resident at the Archie Bray Foundation. Outside of the studio\, Alsaied is a wanderer that enjoys cooking\, sporty activities\, fashion\, and games.  View Sarah’s Work Here \n\n\n\nAustin Coudriet was born and raised in Lincoln\, Nebraska. In 2019 he earned his BFA with a dual emphasis in sculpture and ceramics from the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. There he focused on fabricating large ceramic sculptures and expanding his skills in the wood shop. Austin is currently a long term artist in residence at the Archie Bray Foundation for the Ceramic Arts located in Helena\, Montana. Here he is able to pursue his passions of teaching\, and working as a studio artist. He divides his studio practice between creating design-oriented sculptures\, ceramic furniture\, and hand-built vessels. View Austin’s Work Here \n\n\n\nLaura Dirksen is from Maria Stein\, Ohio. She received her BFA from Bowling Green State University specializing in ceramics and painting in 2019. Afterwards she completed a two-year Post Baccalaureate Program at Kent State University. Laura recently received her MFA from Penn State University in Spring 2023\, before joining us at the Archie Bray Foundation. View Laura’s Work Here \n\n\n\n \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-5/ CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Artist-Amplified-Photo-Grids-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240506T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240510T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20240129T221941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T155840Z UID:10000571-1714982400-1715360400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Main Bray Gallery Closed for Pots & Plants Set Up DESCRIPTION:In advance of the highly anticipated Pots & Plants Market\, the Bray Gallery and Visitor Center will be closed. Bray Gallery: Downtown will be open. URL:https://archiebray.org/event/gallery-closed-for-pots-plants-set-up/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays,Sales Gallery Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240510T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240510T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20240129T221711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240501T160640Z UID:10000570-1715360400-1715371200@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Spring Artwalk Bray Gallery: Downtown DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Artwalk! URL:https://archiebray.org/event/spring-artwalk-bray-gallery-downtown/ CATEGORIES:Community,Sales Gallery Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240511T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240511T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231205T230005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T155633Z UID:10000548-1715421600-1715439600@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Pots & Plants Market DESCRIPTION:Our beloved Pots & Plants Market is back! Get creative with your Mother’s Day gift\, or treat yourself to some beauty! Shop for planters filled with gorgeous flowers\, one-of-a-kind vases\, and more. URL:https://archiebray.org/event/mothers-day-pots-plants-sale/ CATEGORIES:Community,Sales Gallery Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/archie_potsplants_9x6_final_1080x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240516T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240516T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231204T174107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T174737Z UID:10000539-1715884200-1715889600@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Joanna Powell DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Bray as local artist and former Bray Resident Joanna Powell gives a talk on vulnerability and staying tender as an artist. Discover what it means to be an artist and what it takes to maintain an honest and vibrant practice through the lens of Joanna’s perspective and experiences. An essential topic and talk for any maker or appreciator to round out their knowledge of the arts. \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 Joanna has 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 Presenter    \n\n\n\nJoanna Powell (b.1981\,Dallas\,TX) received a BFA in ceramics from the University of North Texas(2008) and received an MFA in ceramics from the University of Colorado at Boulder (2012). Powell has exhibited her work throughout the United States including The Archie Bray Foundation\, The Clay Studio Philadelphia and Greenwich House Pottery in New York City. From 2013-2015 she was a long term-resident at The Archie Bray Foundation. In 2015\, she was named an NCECA Emerging Artist. Currently\, she has a full-time studio practice in Helena\, MT\, working toward future museum shows and exhibitions. View Joanna’s Work Here \n\n\n\n \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-6/ CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/05b_May_Joanna-Powell_2024.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240519T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240519T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231130T175901Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T175907Z UID:10000530-1716127200-1716130800@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-5/ 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:20240527T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240527T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231205T231046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T231103Z UID:10000549-1716768000-1716854399@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices\, Galleries and Clay Business closed for Memorial Day  DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-galleries-and-clay-business-closed-for-memorial-day/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240613T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240830T235959 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231205T233726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T140404Z UID:10000552-1718236800-1725062399@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Resident Artist Exhibition DESCRIPTION:June 13–August 30\, 2024Opening Reception Thursday\, June 13\, 6–8 pmBray Warehouse GalleryOpen to the public Tues-Fri\, 11am-5pm\, Sat\, 12-4pm \n\n\n\nJoin us for SUMMER AT THE BRAY! Celebrate excellence in ceramics at the 2024 Resident Artist Exhibition! This exhibition features 21 incredible artists\, including ten new residents\, ten current long-term residents\, and the Bray’s Executive Director\, Rebecca Harvey. Don’t miss this chance to ignite your creativity while viewing art and mingling with the artists. \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\nCorinna Cowles; Philadelphia\, PAPriscilla Dobler Dzul; US and MexicoAida Lizalde; Mexico City\, MexicoMaura Wright; Columbia\, MOMarcè Nixon-Washington; Pittsburgh\, PALexus Giles; Jackson\, MSDante Gambardella; Bozeman\, MTJason Starin; Grand Rapids\, MIColby Charpentier; Providence\, RISarah Alsaied; Kuwait\, based in USSimphiwe Mbunyuza; Johannesburg\, South AfricaEliza Weber; Great Falls\, MTLaura Dirksen; Maria Stein\, OHCarey Nathanson; Wilmington\, NCShea Burke; Rochester\, NYJanina Myronowa; Wroclaw\, Poland; UkraineAustin Coudriet; Lincoln\, NEKim Tucker; CaliforniaRebecca Harvey; Helena\, MTAustin Riddle; Salt Lake City\, UTMegan Thomas; Hamilton\, OH \n\n\n\nFellowship support is made possible by: Paulette Etchart and Jon Satre; Christian Frazza; Joan and David Lincoln; the Quigley-Hiltner Family; Speyer Family Foundation; Suzanne Francoeur Taunt; and anonymous donors. Scholarship support is made possible by: Linda Carlson\, Susan J. andHenry K. Ricklefs; Brian Rochefort; Paulette Etchart and Jon Satre; and friends and family of Sarah Frederick. URL:https://archiebray.org/event/resident-artist-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:Bray Warehouse Gallery\, 2915 Country Club Avenue\, Helena\, Montana\, 59602 CATEGORIES:Exhibitions ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/2024_Resident-Artist-ExhibitionPCFRONTonly-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240619T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240619T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231205T232419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T232420Z UID:10000550-1718784000-1718816400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Bray Offices\, Galleries\, and Clay Business closed in Observation of Juneteenth DESCRIPTION: URL:https://archiebray.org/event/bray-offices-galleries-and-clay-business-closed-in-observation-of-juneteenth-3/ CATEGORIES:Hours and Holidays END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240626T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231205T233015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T141633Z UID:10000551-1719424800-1719432000@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Down to the Earth-A Tasting Tour & Benefit for The Bray DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Bray as we celebrate a few of Earth’s greatest treasures — clay and grapes! \n\n\n\nOn this one-of-a-kind tour of The Bray\, you will discover our unique grounds\, vibrant exhibitions and the excitement of what our resident artists are creating in the Summer Studios and Shaner Studio Complex. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a progressive wine flight curated by Jill Roberts of The Hawthorn Bottle Shop and Tasting Room. Wine will be enjoyed in handcrafted ceramic cups created by Bray artists\, which you will keep to add to your own Bray collection! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nMore info and tickets here: https://givergy.us/BrayTastingTour/?controller=home URL:https://archiebray.org/event/down-to-the-earth-a-tasting-tour-benefit-for-the-bray-2/ CATEGORIES:Community,Fundraising Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/down-to-the-earth-square-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20240627T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T072328 CREATED:20231204T174719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T154910Z UID:10000541-1719513000-1719518400@archiebray.org SUMMARY:Artist Amplified; Laura Dirksen DESCRIPTION:Join us at The Bray as Bray Fellow and long term Resident Laura Dirksen shares insight into her artistic practice! \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 Laura has 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 Presenter    \n\n\n\nLaura Dirksen is from Maria Stein\, Ohio. She received her BFA from Bowling Green State University specializing in ceramics and painting in 2019. Afterwards she completed a two-year Post Baccalaureate Program at Kent State University. Laura recently received her MFA from Penn State University in Spring 2023\, before joining us at the Archie Bray Foundation. View Laura’s Work Here \n\n\n\n \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-8/ CATEGORIES:Artist Amplified Series,Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://archiebray.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Laura-Dirksen-Artist-Amplified-Promo-Image.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR