Featured Artist: Chad Ellison
Ellison was born in Galesburg, Illinois. In his early years, he considered himself a 2D artist. In 2000, he was accepted to Bradley University’s studio program. While at Bradley, he was encouraged by his instructors to concentrate on ceramics. Ellison began his work as a 27-year old transfer student with three small children. He worked on art commissions, earning enough income to support his family. As a student, he received Best In Show with his ceramic sculpture, Waiting on Trains. Ellison received a bachelor of arts degree in Fine Arts. Ellison created various painted and ceramic public murals and collaborated on public works with other artists. He taught for schools and organizations such as Illini Bluffs Elementary, Urban League, Peoria Art Guild, and the Peoria Museum. He was invited to join a traveling group of visual artists known as Satellite City Transmissions. Ellison has exhibited his work in Peoria, Chicago, and Indiana.
Many of Ellison’s public art murals can be seen in the region, such as Illini Bluffs, Northmoore Elementary, YWCA of Peoria, Galesburg High School, and Bradley University. His work is a part of Western Illinois University’s permanent collection where he won the Union Purchase Award for his drawing, Out of this World. Ellison's work is available for purchase in the BCA gift shop.
BCA Holiday Open House
BCA HOLIDAY OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, December 15
10am-3pm
BCA Gallery
The Buchanan Center for the Arts invites you to kick off your holiday season and join us in the gallery for our annual Holiday Open House! Treat yourself to our delicious complimentary Hot Chocolate Bar while you shop for that special person on your list! Meet our artists and select from handcrafted jewelry, pottery, glassware, notecards, ornaments, and home decor. BCA members receive 10% discount on all purchases. See you in the gallery!
AUDITIONS: OLIVER!
AUDITIONS: OLIVER!
In partnership with Monmouth College Department of Theatre, the Buchanan Center for the Arts is pleased to announce auditions for OLIVER!
Monday, February 4 at Fusion Theatre (230 South Main)
4pm > ages 10-15
5pm > ages 16-18
6pm > College students and community members 19+
Tuesday, February 5 at Fusion Theatre (230 South Main)
6pm > ages 10-15
7pm > ages 16-18
8pm > College students and community members 19+