Gathering of Artists
ARTISTS & ART ENTHUSIASTS - YOU ARE INVITED!
Please make plans to join us! You do not need to be a member of the Ames Community Arts Council to attend -
the event is open to everyone who would like to meet new people who like art!
The next Gathering of Artists, hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council, will be held on Tues., Jan. 28 from 6 - 8 p.m. Join us at the Gallery in the Round in the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Ames (1015 Hyland Ave., Ames) to enjoy the work of artist Mindy Buyck.
Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to the Gatherings, where they can meet local artists, get feedback, get inspired, and have fun. The Gatherings are free and open to all. There will be a short presentation by the artist at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Mindy Buyck says about her work, “I work in photography and alcohol ink. Photography is precise with boundaries governed by the laws of physics. Alcohol ink, on the other hand, is chaotic and loose in nature. In embracing this dichotomy, which to me is very symbolic of the universe as a whole, I find a sense of connection.” The photography and mixed-media exhibit will be on display from Sat., Jan. 18 through Sat., Mar. 15, 2025. The Gallery in the Round is open to visitors during open office/gallery hours (Mon. - Tues., 9 a.m. to noon; Wed. - Thurs., 1 to 4 p.m., or at other times by appointment. To make an appointment, call the Fellowship office at 515-292-5960.
The monthly Gathering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts [COTA]. If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing [email protected], visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling 515-259-0494.
Artists and art enthusiasts of all types are invited to the Gatherings, where they can meet local artists, get feedback, get inspired, and have fun. The Gatherings are free and open to all. There will be a short presentation by the artist at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Mindy Buyck says about her work, “I work in photography and alcohol ink. Photography is precise with boundaries governed by the laws of physics. Alcohol ink, on the other hand, is chaotic and loose in nature. In embracing this dichotomy, which to me is very symbolic of the universe as a whole, I find a sense of connection.” The photography and mixed-media exhibit will be on display from Sat., Jan. 18 through Sat., Mar. 15, 2025. The Gallery in the Round is open to visitors during open office/gallery hours (Mon. - Tues., 9 a.m. to noon; Wed. - Thurs., 1 to 4 p.m., or at other times by appointment. To make an appointment, call the Fellowship office at 515-292-5960.
The monthly Gathering of Artists is hosted by the Ames Community Arts Council and made possible with the support of the City of Ames Commission on the Arts [COTA]. If you would like more information about participating in or hosting a gathering, please contact the Ames Community Arts Council by e-mailing [email protected], visiting the website at www.amesart.org, or calling 515-259-0494.
Upcoming Gatherings:
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 | Photography and Mixed Media by Mindy Buyck, Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
More information coming soon! Find the Gallery in the Round here.
Past Gatherings:
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | Ames Writers Collective Fifth Street Writers, 612 Fifth St., Ames
Launched by the Ames Writers Collective and fully opening later this year, Fifth Street Writers is a physical workplace and community built by writers for writers. With a no-phone-call policy, writers can focus on their work without distraction. Members are encouraged to gather for lunch and conversations daily at 12:30 p.m., creating a space for connection and collaboration. The space also features free Wi-Fi, monthly happy hours, public readings and craft groups led by members.
Saturday - Sunday, October 12 - 13, 2024
No Gathering in October, but we loved the Ames Artists' Studio Tour. Find a list of participating artists HERE.
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | Deb Kline, Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
Deb's Arts as Alchemy exhibits give public visibility from one survivor to another that we are not alone. We can heal and thrive. And we can include public spaces as appropriate places to share our stories. Survivors include but are not limited to victims of child abuse, incest, rape, mental illness, and attempted suicide. This Arts as Alchemy exhibit features Deb Kline’s Forgetting to Remember Pieces of Me collage art.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | Susan Norris, 908 Kellogg Ave., Ames
An amazing assemblage artist and teacher, Susan says, "I like to turn mundane found objects into remarkable pieces of art.” Come and enjoy her eclectic decorating style, art collection, and studio.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | Octagon Center for the Arts, 427 Douglas Ave., Ames
A cornerstone of the cultural scene in Ames since 1966, the Octagon serves more than 30,000 people each year through art classes and outreach, rotating exhibits, a retail gallery shop, and the annual Octagon Art Festival. Come learn what they have planned for the rest of the summer and beyond!
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | Kristin M. Roach, Kristin M. Roach Art, 128 Main St., Ames
Existing at the intersection of nature and science, Kristin's art is a visual meditation exploring the intricate tapestry of our backyard ecology.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | Dan Marks, Daniel Marks Art, 2307 Timberland Rd., Ames
Dan paints, and many of his pieces feature buildings in various settings because he says buildings “…have personalities and humor, and stories to tell. Buildings can be lonely, humble, or stoic. The windows can be transparent, exposing the contents. They can be dark or veiled, or they can reflect their surroundings. Buildings are places where people can live, gather, worship, sleep, argue, gossip, and love.” Dan often distorts his images to create motion and drama. He uses vibrant colors that inspire vitality and offers an alternative perspective on those things that are often considered commonplace.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | Kathy Svec Assemblages at Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
Shadowbox assemblages, showcasing the beautiful words of Kathy’s favorite authors. Text is placed in small, hand-bound books or similar surfaces and then illustrated with layered collages. Kathy has been an exhibiting artist since 1978. Her current assemblage work had its beginnings in hand book binding. She taught high school art, managed the art programs at the ISU Memorial Union, and is now retired and enjoying creating art on her own schedule.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | Creative Artists' Studios of Ames, 130 S. Sheldon Ave., Suite #107, Ames
In Oct. of 2023 CASA expanded their space to include a Fiber Arts Node. During the gathering we saw how this new space is being utilized to meet the needs of local fiber artists. CASA is a resource for artists in Ames, providing private spaces to work, learn, collaborate, and share their expertise with the public and each other.
Tuesday, July 18, 2023 | MU Gallery, ISU Memorial Union, First Floor
Thank you for joining us to hear from Jennifer Drinkwater to learn about The What's Good Project, a series of paintings celebrating meaningful stories from where we live! Check out Jenn's website, here.
Tuesday, August 10 | Stephens Auditorium
Thank you for joining us for the tour of Stephens Auditorium and an amazing concert with Reggie Greenlaw and John Richardson!
Tuesday, July 13 | Melissa Stenstrom, Jewelry
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 | Poet Jennifer L. Knox
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | An Evening with Visual Artist Jennifer Drinkwater
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 | An Evening with the Ames History Museum
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 | An Evening with ACTORS
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 | Visual Artist Kyle Renell
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 | An Evening with the Reiman Gardens' RG Express
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, May 19, Ceramicists Linda Hardie & Valerie Williams
It was an amazing evening!
Wednesday, April 22 Poet, Mark Widrlechner
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Want to host? Let us know!
[email protected] | 515-259-0494
Tuesday, January 28, 2025 | Photography and Mixed Media by Mindy Buyck, Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
More information coming soon! Find the Gallery in the Round here.
Past Gatherings:
Tuesday, November 19, 2024 | Ames Writers Collective Fifth Street Writers, 612 Fifth St., Ames
Launched by the Ames Writers Collective and fully opening later this year, Fifth Street Writers is a physical workplace and community built by writers for writers. With a no-phone-call policy, writers can focus on their work without distraction. Members are encouraged to gather for lunch and conversations daily at 12:30 p.m., creating a space for connection and collaboration. The space also features free Wi-Fi, monthly happy hours, public readings and craft groups led by members.
Saturday - Sunday, October 12 - 13, 2024
No Gathering in October, but we loved the Ames Artists' Studio Tour. Find a list of participating artists HERE.
Tuesday, September 17, 2024 | Deb Kline, Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
Deb's Arts as Alchemy exhibits give public visibility from one survivor to another that we are not alone. We can heal and thrive. And we can include public spaces as appropriate places to share our stories. Survivors include but are not limited to victims of child abuse, incest, rape, mental illness, and attempted suicide. This Arts as Alchemy exhibit features Deb Kline’s Forgetting to Remember Pieces of Me collage art.
Tuesday, July 23, 2024 | Susan Norris, 908 Kellogg Ave., Ames
An amazing assemblage artist and teacher, Susan says, "I like to turn mundane found objects into remarkable pieces of art.” Come and enjoy her eclectic decorating style, art collection, and studio.
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | Octagon Center for the Arts, 427 Douglas Ave., Ames
A cornerstone of the cultural scene in Ames since 1966, the Octagon serves more than 30,000 people each year through art classes and outreach, rotating exhibits, a retail gallery shop, and the annual Octagon Art Festival. Come learn what they have planned for the rest of the summer and beyond!
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 | Kristin M. Roach, Kristin M. Roach Art, 128 Main St., Ames
Existing at the intersection of nature and science, Kristin's art is a visual meditation exploring the intricate tapestry of our backyard ecology.
Tuesday, April 16, 2024 | Dan Marks, Daniel Marks Art, 2307 Timberland Rd., Ames
Dan paints, and many of his pieces feature buildings in various settings because he says buildings “…have personalities and humor, and stories to tell. Buildings can be lonely, humble, or stoic. The windows can be transparent, exposing the contents. They can be dark or veiled, or they can reflect their surroundings. Buildings are places where people can live, gather, worship, sleep, argue, gossip, and love.” Dan often distorts his images to create motion and drama. He uses vibrant colors that inspire vitality and offers an alternative perspective on those things that are often considered commonplace.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 | Kathy Svec Assemblages at Gallery in the Round, 1015 Hyland Ave., Ames
Shadowbox assemblages, showcasing the beautiful words of Kathy’s favorite authors. Text is placed in small, hand-bound books or similar surfaces and then illustrated with layered collages. Kathy has been an exhibiting artist since 1978. Her current assemblage work had its beginnings in hand book binding. She taught high school art, managed the art programs at the ISU Memorial Union, and is now retired and enjoying creating art on her own schedule.
Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | Creative Artists' Studios of Ames, 130 S. Sheldon Ave., Suite #107, Ames
In Oct. of 2023 CASA expanded their space to include a Fiber Arts Node. During the gathering we saw how this new space is being utilized to meet the needs of local fiber artists. CASA is a resource for artists in Ames, providing private spaces to work, learn, collaborate, and share their expertise with the public and each other.
Tuesday, July 18, 2023 | MU Gallery, ISU Memorial Union, First Floor
Thank you for joining us to hear from Jennifer Drinkwater to learn about The What's Good Project, a series of paintings celebrating meaningful stories from where we live! Check out Jenn's website, here.
Tuesday, August 10 | Stephens Auditorium
Thank you for joining us for the tour of Stephens Auditorium and an amazing concert with Reggie Greenlaw and John Richardson!
Tuesday, July 13 | Melissa Stenstrom, Jewelry
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, May 11, 2021 | Poet Jennifer L. Knox
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, April 13, 2021 | An Evening with Visual Artist Jennifer Drinkwater
Find the video on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 | An Evening with the Ames History Museum
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, February 16, 2021 | An Evening with ACTORS
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, January 19, 2021 | Visual Artist Kyle Renell
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, December 15, 2020 | An Evening with the Reiman Gardens' RG Express
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Tuesday, May 19, Ceramicists Linda Hardie & Valerie Williams
It was an amazing evening!
Wednesday, April 22 Poet, Mark Widrlechner
Find a video of the event on our YouTube channel, HERE.
Want to host? Let us know!
[email protected] | 515-259-0494
Artist Kyle Renell discussing her work on display at Morning Bell Coffee Roasters.
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Checking out the exhibits at the ISU Memorial Union.
Trying our hands at the musical instruments at Worldly Goods.
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Catching up with local woodworker Art Mann.
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Ruben Ruiz unloads the kiln during a Gathering at Creative Artists' Studio of Ames.
