March 2014 Happenings

Leigh Anne Cassell’s Solo Exhibit – Through March 30, 2014

The Gallery’s theme for this exhibit is “Rêves et Rêveurs – Dreams and Dreamers” drawing inspiration from the book “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern.

Leigh Anne with Lizzie Lyra Performers (courtesy Leigh Anne w/ permission)

Leigh Anne’s work covers a broad range of visual interest, from whimsical to contemplative. Her strongest and most commented upon works so far are the portraits, of which the Steampunk Dr. Who and her self-portrait are two examples. Leigh Anne will show her recent as well as earlier work, some of which will be on loan to the gallery for this solo show.

It was great to see so many people coming into the gallery in the theme colors  of black, white and red! Here is a photo of our first visitors of the day on Saturday, February 22!

Our very own Reveurs! Thank you for dropping by!

 

What’s New at Steam

Please put April 26 on your calendar for Eric Holstine’s solo exhibit  opening! Here is a sneak peek of a new piece!

Can you guess what this is? Courtesy Eric Holstine with permission.

We also have a new supply of Steam at Harper’s Ferry exclusive goggles and tiny top hats!

3rd Annual Bolivar-Harper’s Ferry Community Art Walk – April 26 and 27, 2014

The 3rd Annual Bolivar-Harper’s Ferry Community Art Walk is scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2014. Please keep up with developments on the facebook page. Steam is pleased to announce that the Bolivar-Harpers Ferry Public Library and stair-mate Waffle Buzz will provide some welcomed assistance with this year’s event.

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Leigh Anne Cassell’s Solo Exhibit – February 22 – March 30, 2014

Leigh Anne Cassell’s Solo Exhibit – February 22 – March 30, 2014

The Gallery’s theme for this exhibit is “Rêves et Rêveurs – Dreams and Dreamers” drawing inspiration from the book “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern.

Leigh Anne’s work covers a broad range of visual interest, from whimsical to contemplative. Her strongest and most commented upon works so far are the portraits, of which the Steampunk Dr. Who and her self-portrait are two examples. Leigh Anne will show her recent as well as earlier work, some of which will be on loan to the gallery for this solo show. Visitors are encouraged to participate on opening day wearing theme colors white, red and black.

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Steampunk Movie for a Winter’s Day

With over a foot of snow on the ground, it is a great day to watch a movie. Might I recommend “The Adventurer: The Curse of the Midas Box”? This is a straight steampunk adventure story based on G.P. Taylor’s Mariah Mundi series.

Without giving too much away, the movie is set in 1885 and follows Mariah Mundi (played by Aneurin Barnard), who sets out to find his brother, Felix (played by Xavier Atkins), who has been taken by a sinister character named Otto Luger (played by Sam Neill). Both Mariah and Felix were given two halves of an amulet required to open a box believed to have belonged to King Midas. Mariah and Felix’s parents, unbeknownst to the brothers, are secret agents, in service to the Crown within the Bureau of Antiquities. The parents, Charles and Catherine (played by Ioan Gruffudd and Keeley Hawes) and are taken hostage and the brothers are left to fend for themselves. Captain Will Charity (played by Michael Sheen) uses various disguises in an effort to protect the boys as well as locate their parents. Otto and Monica (played with obvious glee by Lena Headey) work together to harness the power of gold to not only heal the sick, but achieve their ultimate villainous goal – to use the golden box’s power as a weapon to control the world!

There is a timely reference to the Greek antiquities in the possession of the British Museum at the beginning of the film, which made the news recently with the release of “The Monuments Men.” George Clooney commented at a news conference this week that he thinks the Parthenon Marbles, also known as the Elgin Marbles, should be returned to Greece. Steampunk is eternally relevant.

This is a wonderful movie along the lines of Hugo and Going Postal. The costumes are amazing (cameo broaches everywhere!) and the scenery is perfect. St. Michael’s Mount is the location of the fictional Prince Regent’s Hotel, which serves as Luger’s liar.

Looking forward to the sequel!

“Never underestimate the power of buried treasure, my friend.”

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Leigh Anne Cassell’s Solo Exhibit – Reves et Reveurs – Dreams and Dreamers

Here is the poster for the exhibit beginning February 22.

 

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Solo Art Exhibit featuring the work of Leigh Anne Cassell – starting Feb. 22

Steam at Harper’s Ferry is pleased to announce a solo exhibition featuring the works of Leigh Anne Cassell from February 22 through March 30. The Gallery’s theme for this exhibit is “Rêves et Rêveurs – Dreams and Dreamers” drawing inspiration from the book “The Night Circus” by Erin Morgenstern. Visitors are encouraged to participate on opening day wearing theme colors white, red and black.

by Leigh Anne Cassell

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January 2014 Happenings

Exhibit “Winter Themes and Best of Steam – 2013” continues through February 2, 2014

On view through February 2, 2014 are the works of our most popular artists including Eric Holstine’s “Celestial Escape” and “Melton the Mechanical Marvel,”; Leigh Anne Cassell’s “Steampunk Dr. Who,” Jason Edwards’s “Captain Tomorrow Gives Chase in His Red Balloon,” and Christopher Loggie’s “Steampunk Nutcracker,” as well as our most popular 3D images and Steampunk Advent Calendar.

What’s New at Steam

Gil Narro Garcia’s steampunk-inspired pins are now available at Steam at Harper’s Ferry! You may have seen his sculpture at the Artomatic @ Jefferson event in October 2013. Come by and take a look!

Please put February 22 and April 26 on your calendars for 2014. Leigh Anne Cassell and Eric Holstine will have solo shows in the gallery on those dates, respectively. We are always looking for new folks to come in and show their work, so there will be a call to artists in early 2014 for our next open call exhibit. Over the course of the year, we will feature several local and regional artists.

3rd Annual Bolivar-Harper’s Ferry Community Art Walk – April 26 and 27, 2014

Getting ready for the 3rd Annual Bolivar-Harper’s Ferry Community Art Walk scheduled for April 26 and 27, 2014. Please keep up with developments on the facebook page.

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December 2013 Happenings

Exhibit “Winter Themes and Best of Steam – 2013” – November 29, 2013 – February 2, 2014

On view from November 29, 2013 until February 2, 2014 are the works of our most popular artists including Eric Holstine’s “Celestial Escape” and “Melton the Mechanical Marvel,”; Leigh Anne Cassell’s “Steampunk Dr. Who,” Jason Edwards’s “Captain Tomorrow Gives Chase in His Red Balloon,” and Christopher Loggie’s “Steampunk Nutcracker,” as well as our most popular 3D images and Steampunk Advent Calendar.

 

 

What’s New at Steam

Thanks to everyone who participated in our in-gallery survey, we’ve brought in more of what you love! More tiny top hats! More prints! More books! The feedback was wonderful and resulted in not only new items in the gallery, but helped us identify our most popular art and artists! Please put February 22 and April 26 on your calendars for 2014. Leigh Anne Cassell and Eric Hostine will have solo shows in the gallery on those dates, respectively. We are always looking for new folks to come in and show their work, so there will be a call to artists in early 2014 for our next open call exhibit. Over the course of the year, we will feature several local and regional artists.

43rd Annual Harpers Ferry/Bolivar Olde Tyme Christmas

On December 6-8 and 15-15, 2013, come celebrate the 43rd Annual Olde Tyme Christmas! There will be live entertainment, children’s activities and extended shopping hours. Not to be missed is the reception and opening ceremony starting at 6:30 on December 6. After the ceremony, take a walk up to St. Peter’s church for a tree lighting and choir performance. Hope to see you this holiday season!

Artomatic in Jefferson County – A Great Success!

Artomatic@Jefferson was a great success for the month of October. If you weren’t able to participate this year, I understand that plans are underway for 2014.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from
Steam at Harper’s Ferry!

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