Reception will introduce unique service for grieving families

CROWN POINT | Face to Face Fine Art Commemorative Expressions will host an introductory Wine and Cheese Celebration from 2 to 5 p.m. Sunday at the Crown Point Arts Center, 123 N. Main St.

Area artists expand their horizons with ‘Tomorrow’ exhibit

Mike Konieczny, co-chair of Southern Shore Art Association’s “Tomorrow, Back and Beyond” exhibit, had a specific instruction to the artists who submitted their works to his show.

Quilter enjoys the learning experience as she creates

Crete resident Judy Tucker is quickly becoming a leader in the quilting community, having been selected as a semifinalist at the 2013 American Quilter’s Society QuiltWeek competition in Lancaster, Penn.

South Shore Arts presents Tri-County Junior/Senior High School Art Exhibition

MUNSTER | South Shore Arts celebrates the 39th anniversary of its juried Tri-County Junior/Senior High School Art Exhibition, running Sunday through May 26 in the gallery at The Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road.

Art from the Heart

CROWN POINT | Art is an important part of the curriculum at St. Mary Catholic Community School.

Graphic designer continues to support local nonprofits

Internationally-recognized graphic designer, Judith Mayer has rebranded each season with the Towle Theater in Hammond and most recently unveiled this season’s 10th anniversary design. With her nonprofit work ranging from the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago to the Wild Dolphin Foundation in Hawaii,…

South Shore Arts hosts luncheon Wednesday in Hobart

HOBART | South Shore Arts will hold its April Chamber Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, at 54 Main Bistro, 54 Main St.

Chinese art exhibited at VU

Gloria Ruff, assistant curator of Valparaiso’s Brauer Museum of Art, noted the diversity in the styles of the works showcased there by faculty and students at China’s Renmin University.

Newly-discovered Whiting artist is subject of Friday reception

If you'd ask anyone in Whiting who is our most well-known artist, the answer would be the late Al Odlivak, whose works are exhibited all over town.

Fifth-graders create castles with local artist

SCHERERVILLE | Forest Ridge Academy fifth-grade teachers Chris Osika and Thespena Panos had their students begin their recent study unit on Medieval Times from the ground up, by building castles out of clay.

Environmental artist weaves nature with discarded items for IUN exhibit

GARY | Bonnie Zimmer is a bit like Oscar the Grouch.

Open registration set for sculpturing class in Merrillville

MERRILLVILLE | An upcoming Merrillville Adult and Community Education class explains sculpturing techniques.

Artist enjoys teaching students how to express their feelings

Sharon Burrink has held a passion for art since winning a coloring contest in Sunday school, and now enjoys passing on her talent to the next generation.

Beginner oil painting class is Feb. 20 in S'ville Town Hall

SCHERERVILLE | A beginner oil painting class will be offered at 1 p.m. Feb. 20 at Schererville Town Hall, 10 E. Joliet St.

Art league elects leaders

Made in Northwest Indiana

Whether it is a side job or a full time career, crafters and creators have found a new market in the internet age. And Northwest Indiana boasts some of the most creative and interesting independent designers in the country.

Go all out for the sake of art this winter

South Shore Arts will begin its winter term of classes the week of Jan. 7 at its three locations in Munster, Crown Point and Hammond.

Boys & Girls Club's 31st Annual Art Exhibit

East Chicago Boys & Girls Club art instructor Angelo Perez takes a photo of 12-year-old Kaprice Boston on Friday at the Boys & Girls Club's 31st annual Fine Arts Exhibit at Westfield Southlake Mall in Hobart.

Boys & Girls Club's 31st Annual Art Exhibit

East Chicago Boys & Girls Club art instructor Angelo Perez points out artwork to his group of kids Friday at the Boys & Girls Club's 31st annual Fine Arts Exhibit at Westfield Southlake Mall in Hobart.