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portfolio portfolio • 53 STUDIO 706 GUILD ART SHOW Event Schedule Thursday, March 14 Show Opens | 5 - 8 pm Friday, March 15 Show Opens | 10 am - 7 pm Bead a Bangle Class | 1 pm Bead a Bangle Class | 3 pm Saturday, March 16 Show Opens |10 am - 7 pm Bead a Buddy Class | 1pm Bead a Buddy Class | 3pm Raffle Drawing| 4 pm Great Falls Civic Center (downtown) Second Floor, Gibson Room 2 Park Dr. S. STUDIO 706 ARTIST GUILD By Susie Wall Decades of creativity and artistic passion have been intricately woven into the community of Great Falls by the esteemed artists of Studio 706 Artist Guild. is collective stands as a beacon for both seasoned and emerging talents, openly welcoming enthusiasts of all artistic disciplines, including the delicate intricacies of jewelry, the bold strokes of painting, the captured moments of photography, the earthy forms of poery, and beyond. is year, the tradition of excellence is set to continue, with the guild's showcase opening in the Gibson Room of the Great Falls Civic Center. " We've been there quite a while, so we have a lot of people return year aer year," articulates Vera Killebrew, the guild's esteemed president. Killebrew, a veteran member of the guild, brings her own artistic journey to the collective, painting landscapes and florals with a preference for oils. However, recent forays into acrylics have expanded her creative repertoire. She also plays a pivotal role in orchestrating the annual show, a labor of love that showcases the diverse talents of the guild. "It's quite a job, but I love to look at and appreciate everyone's art every year," Killebrew shares. rough its longstanding commitment to nurturing the next generation of artists, the guild proudly administers its annual Bill Chigbrow Memorial Art Scholarship, a beacon of support for young creatives. Bonnie Seaburg, a guild member and advocate for the arts, details the scholarship's impact: "Each year, we award $800 to a Cascade County high school senior. ey apply, display their artwork at our Western Art Week show, and the guild then decides a winner and runner up." is initiative, funded by a raffle during the show, underscores the guild's dedication to fostering artistic growth and education within the community. Seaburg, who herself finds solace and expression in the fluid beauty of watercolors and the precision of colored pencils, reflects the guild's diverse array of artistic voices. e show promises a visual feast for aendees and an immersive experience with engaging activities like beading classes led by Linda Nelson and the "Can You Find It?" contest orchestrated by Steve Tilleraas. is interactive challenge invites participants to explore Great Falls' rich tapestry of public art and architecture and a chance to win a prize on the show 's last day. e Studio 706 Artist Guild, through its annual showcase and dedicated efforts, continues to be a cornerstone of artistic inspiration and community in Great Falls, inviting all who wish to explore, appreciate, and contribute to the flourishing tapestry of art in their midst. Studio 706 Guild Show Artists Chigbrow, Barbara Hastings, Alana Hayes, Margaret Killebrew, Vera Nelson, Linda Sanford, Darlene Seaburg, Bonnie Spinner, Jack Teberg, Renee Tilleraas, Steve A Symphony of Artistic Expression and Community Engagement The enduring Legacy of STudio 706 arTiST guiLd Bonnie Seaburg - Gibson Park - 5" x 7" • Watercolor Vera Killebrew - Passion & Harmony • Acrylic Studio 706 offers attendees an immersive experience with engaging activities. This year, they are thrilled to introduce a beading workshop under the expert guidance of Linda Nelson along with the captivating "Can You Find It" contest that challenges participants to delve into the rich tapestry of art and architecture in Great Falls.

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