I-65 Signage Attracts Visitors to Delphi Historic Sites

Travelers on I-65 will now see two important reasons to come to Delphi! The attraction signage has been in the works for many months with DPS Vice President Lynn Corson leading the effort as Chair of the Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Tourism Committee which paid for the fabrication of the signs. The annual maintenance fees for the signs will be shared by the City of Delphi, the Delphi Preservation Society, and the Carroll County Wabash & Erie Canal Association.

Artist Workshops to be held January 14, 21, and 28 from 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

Carroll County artists Terry Lacy, Rena Brouwer, and Alan McConnell will offer workshops at the Opera House Gallery of Contemporary Art during the month of January. All workshops will run from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. and are open to the public. The Gallery is located at 109 S. Washington Street in Delphi, Indiana where works by these resident artists are on display Wednesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday, January 14, 1 p.m.: Handmade Paper Demonstration and Presentation by Terry Lacy

Using a mould, deckle and a vat of cotton pulp,Terry Lacy will demonstrate the basic sheet-forming process used to create one-of-a-kind paper objects. A format of approximately 8”x 10” will be used to form objects that will be hand colored with pigmented cotton pulp. The processes of color lamination, stenciling, shape manipulation, embossing and pressing will also be demonstrated. Mr. Lacy will show examples of other finished paper pieces and explain the techniques used to create them. In addition, a PowerPoint presentation will show the basic hand papermaking process used by Mr. Lacy to produce his one-of-a-kind pieces of paper art.

Saturday, January 21, 1 p.m.: Watercolor Workshop and Demonstration by Rena Brouwer

Indiana Artisan Rena Brouwer will demonstrate the step-by-step technique of using resist to block portions of the paper while creating soft backgrounds. The resist is then removed revealing an area for the main subject. Observation is free, but if you wish to participate in the workshop, a fee covering supplies will be charged. You can pre-register for $5 at the Gallery, or by contacting Rena Brouwer directly at wcrena@tipmont.net or 765-589-3115.  The supply fee for registration at the door will be $8. Registration is limited to 25.

Saturday, January 28, 1 p.m. Introduction to Photography by Alan McConnell

The basics of photography will be covered in this presentation by resident artist Alan McConnell.  Among the topics will be: achieving proper exposure; the meaning and effects of altering f-stops, shutter speeds and ISO settings; composition; and controlling depth of field. Also addressed will be the various camera choices along with important tools and accessories.  Finally, Mr. McConnell will look at the “art” of the medium.  Discussion will be directed towards composition, using color vs. black & white, macro photography, special effects, and choice of subjects. The presentation is free and open to the public. Individuals are encouraged to bring their cameras, but it is not required. For more information, contact mcconnell@ffni.com or call 765-564-3912.