Come celebrate with us at the Depot

Come celebrate with us at the Depot

by | Nov 10, 2024 | artwork, citizen architect, community, First Friday, Office Culture

Santa is coming!!!

At the Depot, we’re already in the holiday spirit, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! On Friday, December 6th, join us at the Depot for a special Holiday Party and First Friday event filled with artists, refreshments, community, music, an appearance by Santa himself, and more!

We are excited to join forces with our Depot neighbors, R.S. Monger and Sons Inc. and Herr & Co. to host a special Holiday Party and First Friday event! Join us to share in the Holiday celebrations as we listen to live music performed by Red Wing Academy, share your wish lists with Santa himself, and enjoy our two featured artists.

Depot Holiday Party

The festivities will be held on both the second and first floors of the Depot. Come visit with Santa and take your own photos, listen to the amazing performers from Red Wing Academy, and check out our artist’s creations.
Our TWO talented artists this month are Erika Cash and Justin Poole! Erika’s creations, “Royal Knotz” will be available one night only. Justin Poole will feature “Vistas,” a collection of oil pastel paintings, which will remain up for the month of December.
As always, this event is free and open to everyone, and refreshments will be provided by the Gaines Group Architects, Monger Lumber, and Herr and Company!
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Erika’s Bio and Description:
Erika Cash is a wife and mother of 3. She has been crocheting for 26 years. Erika can bring many things to life with just a ball of yarn and a hook and has been commissioned to make many one of a kind items. She loves creating crochet patterns and watching others bring the patterns to life. Erika sees crochet as a way to express herself and relieve stress.
“Royal Knotz” was created by Erika at the beginning of 2024 as a branch off of her crochet business that she has with her mother, Wistful Willows. Royal Knotz focuses on crochet patterns that Erika develops herself.
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Justin’s Bio and Description:
Justin Poole is Associate Professor of Theatre and the Theatre Program Director at EMU, where he has also taught classes on art history. He and his wife Amanda lead semester-long performance and visual art-themed study abroad programs to
Europe and Morocco. Traveling is the greatest source of inspiration for Justin’s own performance and visual art. Largely self-taught, Justin hones his drawing and painting skills while observing and sketching the works of the masters at some of his favorite European art museums, especially Vienna, Austria’s Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien and the Tate Britain in London. He is also the Artist-In-Residence at Asbury United Methodist Church, where he manages the gallery space and seeks to integrate art and faith.
This show entitled “Vistas,” represents a new phase in his development as an artist. The oil pastels are an attempt to foster a looser approach in his artwork, while the new oil paintings are an attempt to lean further into the fantastical, dreamlike, and sublime. More works of both types are being dreamed up and created as this new show launches, and he looks forward to where these new styles will lead.

 

First Friday Artist David Sutton

First Friday Artist David Sutton

by | Oct 22, 2024 | artwork, citizen architect, community, First Friday, Harrisonburg Architect, Holiday, Local Leaders, Office Culture

On Friday, November 1st from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot featuring artist David Sutton! Join us to welcome David and view his wood turnings, and to enjoy refreshments and community. RSVP for this event on Facebook here and get to know him more in his biography below! Also don’t miss our other featured artist, Taylor Endres for her photography exhibition, “The World in 2-D”.

*Accessibility Note: This building was previously restored from a fire. The elevator shaft is currently not functioning and there is an absence of ramps in the space. Because the show is on the 2nd floor, this may pose an issue for those who have mobility needs. We are aware of this need and we apologize greatly if this changes your ability to attend.

Artist David Sutton

Bio:

Wood Turnings
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David L. Sutton
Port Farm, Port Republic, VA

General Information: All wood turnings are food safe and water resistant. A mixture of Tung Oil and Citrus Solvent is used to seal the pores of the wood followed by an application of a Salad Bowl Bees Wax. Periodic applications of bees wax will help maintain the luster of the wood and water resistance.

Pricing: Quotes are based on species of wood, degree of difficulty in obtaining the wood, and dimensions of turning.

Guarantee: If you are not satisfied with your purchase for any reason, a full refund will be given.

Custom Turnings: Designs based on current inventory or other dimensions will be used to produce a turning to your specifications. No deposit is required, only a signed contract with your email and telephone number. Delivery can take up to 4 weeks or more.

My Wood Turnings are in homes and bakeries in the following states and countries: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IN, KS, MA, MD, MI, MN, MO, NC, NH, NM, NJ, NY, LA, OH, OK, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, Washington, D.C., Australia, Basque Country, Brazil, Canada, England, France, Germany, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Philippines, Poland, Puerto Rico, & Saudi Arabia.

Additional Information: [email protected]

I learned to turn wood in High School Shop back when Montevideo was a high school. After retirement I was able to devote more time to turning. I try to source local native trees as much as possible.

Sneak Peek of David’s Work

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This event is free and open to everyone. Snacks and refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there!

Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show anytime and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!

First Friday Artist Taylor Endres

First Friday Artist Taylor Endres

by | Oct 21, 2024 | artwork, citizen architect, community, First Friday, Harrisonburg Architect, Local Leaders, Office Culture

On Friday, November 1st from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot featuring artist Taylor Endres (she/her)! Join us to welcome Taylor and view her photography gallery entitled “The World in 2-D”, and to enjoy refreshments and community. RSVP for this event on Facebook here and get to know her more in her biography below! Also don’t miss our other featured artist, David Sutton for his wood turnings for sale November 1st only!

*Accessibility Note: This building was previously restored from a fire. The elevator shaft is currently not functioning and there is an absence of ramps in the space. Because the show is on the 2nd floor, this may pose an issue for those who have mobility needs. We are aware of this need and we apologize greatly if this changes your ability to attend.

First Friday Artist Taylor Endres poses, leaning on an old car, chicken in hand and pitchfork leaning beside.

Bio and Description:

 

I’m Taylor Endres and my passions are photography, animals, farming and adventure. Although my career ended up being a hairstylist, a camera has been in my hands since I was 12. Through my adventures I’ve captured many beautiful, interesting, and odd subjects of the world. The photos in this display will be everything from fungi to buildings, farmlife to items in a state of decay, sunsets to seashells, the list goes on. My love of animals has led me to put my photography to good use. As you all know, Helene had a disastrous impact on many areas of North Carolina. All proceeds from this event will be donated to organizations helping animals, livestock, and people of these regions. Together we will slowly make a difference in the lives affected by this historic event.
 
 

Facebook page/website:

Tayend Prints for Pets:

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075930441330

“The World in 2-D” Sneak Peek

frog on leaves.

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This event is free and open to everyone. Snacks and refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there!

Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show anytime and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!

First Friday Artist Deryl Kennel

First Friday Artist Deryl Kennel

by | Sep 23, 2024 | artwork, citizen architect, community, First Friday, Harrisonburg Architect, Local Leaders, Office Culture

On Friday, October 4th from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot featuring artist Deryl Kennel! Join us to welcome Deryl and view his photography exhibition “Southeast Asia Collection”, and to enjoy refreshments and community. Get to know him more in his biography below and RSVP for this event on Facebook here!

*Accessibility Note: This building was previously restored from a fire. The elevator shaft is currently not functioning and there is an absence of ramps in the space. Because the show is on the 2nd floor, this may pose an issue for those who have mobility needs. We are aware of this need and we apologize greatly if this changes your ability to attend.

 

First Friday Artist Deryl Kennel holding a camera up to his face.

Bio:

Deryl is a semi-retired consultant in pharmaceutical quality and regulatory compliance after a career with Merck. He is a long-time hobbyist photographer, even having a home dark room in the early days of his interest in photography. He lives in Harrisonburg with his wife Mim. He enjoys golf and gardening.

Artist Statement:

With today’s technology anyone can be a reasonably good photographer.  One no longer has to carry expensive and heavy equipment with them, with various lenses to fit the photo.  Everyone with a smart phone carries a good camera in their purse or pocket.  Also, digital photography allows taking multiple shots and discarding all but the best one, without the expense and trouble of changing film.

Great photos are coming together around us all the time. To capture an extraordinary shot, you just have to be at the right place at the right time and recognize a great photo is happening.

Lighting sets the mood

Color adds energy

Symmetry draws the viewer in

This show is a collection of photographs taken while living and working in Southeast Asia.  Most were taken with a Fuji S7000 or Canon EOS 30D.

“Southeast Asia Collection” Sneak Peek

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This event is free and open to everyone. Snacks and refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there!

Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show anytime and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!

First Friday Artist Charlotte Shristi

First Friday Artist Charlotte Shristi

by | Aug 22, 2024 | artwork, citizen architect, community, First Friday, Harrisonburg Architect, Local Leaders, Office Culture

On September 6th from 5:00pm-7:00pm, we are thrilled to host a First Fridays Gallery Opening at The Depot featuring artist Charlotte Shristi (she/her)! Join us to welcome Charlotte and view her gallery entitled “The Elephant in the Room”, and to enjoy refreshments and community. RSVP for this event on Facebook here and get to know Charlotte more in her biography below!

*Accessibility Note: This building was previously restored from a fire. The elevator shaft is currently not functioning and there is an absence of ramps in the space. Because the show is on the 2nd floor, this may pose an issue for those who have mobility needs. We are aware of this need and we apologize greatly if this changes your ability to attend.

Charlotte Shristi

 

Bio:

Charlotte grew up in rural Iowa and studied at Goshen College, IN, receiving a Bachelor of Fine Art and a B.A. in Psychology in 2000.  In addition to her studio work as a visual artist, she has taught as an elementary and private art instructor and served as director of a nonprofit arts organization. She explored using art-making as a healing process in different settings, including with unhoused people in D.C. and with survivors of war and other trauma in Colombia and Nepal where she worked in the peacebuilding field for a number of years.  Currently, Charlotte lives in the Shenandoah Valley with her husband and two children, working out of her home art studio.  Since 2018 she has also worked as a practitioner and teacher of a traditional Native American hot stone massage method called Stone Medicine. Her private practice is called Wild Poppy Healing Arts.

Artist Statement:

Charlotte grew up in rural Iowa and studied at Goshen College, IN, receiving a Bachelor of Fine Art and a B.A. in Psychology in 2000.  In addition to her studio work as a visual artist, she has taught as an elementary and private art instructor and served as director of a nonprofit arts organization. She explored using art-making as a healing process in different settings, including with unhoused people in D.C. and with survivors of war and other trauma in Colombia and Nepal where she worked in the peacebuilding field for a number of years.  Currently, Charlotte lives in the Shenandoah Valley with her husband and two children, working out of her home art studio.  Since 2018 she has also worked as a practitioner and teacher of a traditional Native American hot stone massage method called Stone Medicine. Her private practice is called Wild Poppy Healing Arts.

Brief Description of Work:

My art-making involves various forms of layering. I layer acrylic paint, collage materials and mark-making, using graphite, charcoal, marker, etc. I sometimes sketch onto a painted surface or let marks bleed through the paint from below.  The spontaneous marks of children inspire me, and I sometimes incorporate the marks of my own children in my work. I also love to layer abstract brushstrokes with realistic or representational imagery.  Inspiration from the natural world includes birds, animals, trees, stones and bones, as well as the human form and face. For me, artistic creation has always been a way to process the world.  It’s healing, play, prayer and storytelling.  Sometimes I know the story I want to tell, but often the story chooses me, revealing itself in the making or after the work is complete.  Much of my work has come out of my struggle to understand our place as humans on this blue planet.

 

“The Elephant in the Room” Sneak Peek

Painting of an Elephant.
Painting of an Elephant.

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This event is free and open to everyone. Snacks and refreshments will be served and we look forward to seeing you there!

Each month we host a new artist in our building’s 2nd floor gallery at the Chesapeake Western Depot at 141 W. Bruce St. (second floor entrance is on Chesapeake). Artwork will remain on exhibit through the month. Come view the show anytime and get a tour the Depot! We will have food and drink available!

Shenandoah Valley Partnership, supporting economic growth

Shenandoah Valley Partnership, supporting economic growth

by | Aug 8, 2024 | Charles Hendricks, citizen architect, community

The Shenandoah Valley Partnership brings together local government, education, and business to increase economic development activity. Jay Langston and his team have done a fantastic job figuring out new ways to promote our valley in an ever-increasing competitive economic landscape. The result is amazing success at adding new jobs to our valley, growing existing businesses, and attracting new businesses.

Shenandoah Valley Partnership annual meeting

“SVP is an awesome collection of businesses that understand the importance of supporting each other, combined with local government and education partners. This organization understands that a rising tide raises all ships.” Board Chairman Charles Hendricks continues, “it takes innovative leadership in our world to attract new business and to support existing business growth, and we have that at SVP.” From a local cooking show to a podcast series, Jay and his team are reaching a large radius of site locators in an authentic way. The message of collaboration among local business leaders resonates with how business wants to be done and these outreach efforts highlight that approach.

We need your help. If you want to be involved in SVP, reach out to Charles or Jay, learn more about investing in the partnership HERE.