The Art Room

Resurrection Tea Party

2011-04-21T10:05:00.001-07:00

Wednesday, April 20th was the date for our last Tea Party 'till Thanksgiving. The Art Room was cleaned up and festooned with fresh spring flowers from local gardens along with a hand crocheted basket of eggs. One of our volunteers had even made a sugar egg with a peep-hole to view a tiny bunny family. Excitement, anticipation, and sounds of fellowship filled the air in the Art Room, the Library and the hallway as we gathered for our celebration Tea. Enjoy the photos and embrace the joy of the newness of life in the risen Jesus Christ!

Valentine"s Tea Party

2011-02-10T06:56:00.000-08:00

This is our third year of Holiday Tea Parties and we are finally getting it right. For our Valentine's Tea on February 9th, we not only utilized The Art Room and hallway for tea, but we began serving the tea-time delicacies in The Library. With three areas in use, we were able to spread out the festivities and the results were most pleasant. As a matter of fact, it was the most peaceful (shalomy) tea to date. Our next Tea will be our Easter Tea Party on Wednesday, April 20th from 11AM-Noon.
Mark your calendar now!!!

Winter Art Projects

2011-02-02T13:27:00.001-08:00

The weather may be cold and blustery outside....but in The Art Room we are warm and toasty and creating many exciting things!!!!

ART!!

2010-10-27T11:08:00.000-07:00

We have found that in The Art Room, if you give folks supplies, encouragement, a little jazz and perhaps a cup of tea....amazing things come to life! We have artists producing a lot of very good art right here on the second floor of The Triune Mercy Center. Much of this art will be for sale on Saturday, December 4th from 5:30 to 6:45 in the Dining Hall. The art is being donated by the artists so that all funds will be used for the work that Triune does with the poor and homeless of Greenville. How awesome and amazing to have these creative artists give their unique talents and work to help others. The Art Show and Sale will be followed by A Victorian Christmas in the sanctuary with a reception following in the Dining Hall. Calendars created by our artists along with notecards will also be on sale. Come and join us for a deliciously fun and creative Christmasy evening!!

Art Show and Sale

2010-09-11T09:16:00.001-07:00

The September 10th Art Show and Music Fundraiser for Triune Mercy Center was a successful event. Many of our artists arrived early and received their special (artist only) t-shirts and were available to meet and share their unique perspectives with those attending the show. New 2011 calendars were available as well as note cards featuring the art work of Tribune's artists. The sanctuary was packed for Kyle Matthews' music and the Voices of Triune. A reception followed offering many sweet treats and art. All and all is was a grand evening!

Art Room Activity

2010-08-26T09:53:00.001-07:00

As you can see, we are all busy little bees as we prepare for the Art Show and Sale on Friday, September 10th!!!

Summer Time Tea

2010-08-06T09:06:00.000-07:00

Our Summer Time Tea could have easily been renamed "Sweet Tea" as the tea time of fellowship and treats was sooo sweet. Those who came provided a lively, lovely eclectic mix...young and older, male and female, rich and poor. The Art Room had been transformed from its usual colorful and artsy self to a fully functioning Bohemian Tea Room right here on Stone Avenue in Greenville, SC. Our next tea will be held on Wednesday, November 17th from 11am-noon to celebrate Thanksgiving Day. Y'all come!!!!

New Art

2010-06-27T17:00:00.001-07:00

The summer heat is stimulating the creative juices to flow in The Art Room. Many new paintings and artists are bursting upon the scene!

Fun with Fabric!

2010-04-24T13:50:00.000-07:00

April Art

2010-04-05T14:42:00.000-07:00

They say that April showers bring May flowers...but in The Art Room we don't have to wait for showers to bring forth the flowers. A brush and acrylic paint is all it takes to bring forth a spring bouquet. There is always activity, always excitement and new ideas, always something is being created on the second floor at the corner of Stone and Rutherford St. We have new and returning artists venturing in to share a cup of tea, a little fellowship, and creative inspirations!!!

Resurrection Tea Party

2010-04-05T14:35:00.001-07:00

There was standing room only for our Resurrection Tea Party held on March 31st. As you can see, a good time was had by all! Our next will be a Summer Sweet Tea Party!!

Homes of Hope Houses

2010-02-25T05:46:00.001-08:00

These finely crafted bird houses or feeders were made by the men in Homes of Hope job training and mentoring program. They will be auctioned off as a fund raiser for Homes of Hope on Thursday, May 6th at the Embassy Suites. The Art Room has been given 8 to paint and decorate for this worthy cause. This photo shows them as they arrived in The Art Room, ready for transformation.

...and now the transformation!

What's New!!!

2010-02-25T05:37:00.001-08:00

"Train up a child"....this little girl is receiving special attention,

safe in the arms of her mom.

Right now she is observing the artistic process

and camaraderie in The Art Room

while mom is creating a loving and lovely piece of art.

Soon, this little one will begin her own joyful creative journey.

She'll probably begin with PINK!

This young man has been helping us prepare for our first

Traveling Art Show.

He has been painting easels in wonderful colors to complement the art.

This first Traveling Art Show will begin on

April 26th at Banana Republic at Haywood Mall

and will feature many of Triune's fine artists!
One of our regulars beginning another

"hands-on" textile project.

Art Journal makers, intent in their work!

New Art

2010-01-21T13:43:00.001-08:00

Though it is cold and rainy outside,

we have light and heat and a cup of tea

to refresh and encourage

creativity in The Art Room!

Some new artists with fresh gifts and talents

have joined us to create some amazing things!

Original Three

2010-01-05T07:16:00.000-08:00

A 2010 portrait of

the original three who took the initiative

to create The Art Room in 2008.

Though Bernice has since moved to Tennessee,

she is being wooed back periodically for the

Tea Parties, lunch at Tommie's,

and of course to be with all those in The Art Room! Karen, Judy, and Bernice

Henry's Art

2010-01-05T07:12:00.001-08:00

This is the latest (2010) of Henry's Visionary/Outsider Art! Just one of the many intriguing pieces created by one of our outstanding artists.

Artists

2010-01-05T07:08:00.001-08:00

Just a few of our artists enjoying

a relaxing and yet productive

Sunday afternoon in The Art Room

Christmas Tea

2009-12-18T09:17:00.001-08:00

On Wednesday, December 16th we held our second annual Christmas Tea Party in The Art Room. One of our parishioners came the week before to instruct us in the fine art of festive hat making using Christmas wrapping paper. This was great fun and enjoyed by all along with tea, desserts and little sandwiches. Join us for our next Tea, the Valentine Tea on Wednesday, February 10th at 11am in The Art Room!

Thanksgiving Tea Party

2009-11-19T11:46:00.000-08:00

A "good time was had by all" who attended our second annual Thanksgiving Tea Party. Wonderful food served with an assortment of teas mixed with interesting guests and stimulating conversation provided us with a "selah" (time out) in the midst of a hectic season.

Taking time for thanks...

thanking

The One

who made

"all things possible."

Art Show and Sale

2009-11-15T15:52:00.000-08:00

Were you there or did you miss the first Art Show and Sale? If you missed it, you may have to wait a while until we replentish our art. If you were there, you were able to experience first hand the excitement generated by the artists and art collectors alike. Like a true artist, it was a unique, one of a kind, had to be experienced event. Check out these photos and plan to be one of the first at our next show!!!

Artist

2009-10-05T11:37:00.000-07:00

Just a few of our artists

as they create and get ready for

our Art Show and Sale on

Thursday, November 12th!

Exhibition and Sale

2009-09-22T06:05:00.001-07:00

Mark your calendars and invite a friend to visit the first annual exhibition and sale of Art by Greenville's Homeless on Thursday evening, November 17th from 6:30 - 9pm. Visit our Art Room and meet the artists of this incredible art. Enjoy a cup of coffee provided by Liquid Highway and a dessert. All proceeds will benefit the programs provided by Triune Mercy Center.

Artist

2009-09-08T11:44:00.001-07:00

One of our artists trying to get the sewing machine running.

She tried very hard and with great mechanical skill,

but could not get it to work.

So, if you can fix a sewing machine or have one to donate,

please contact the ministry!

Our poet of the gardens

in a pondering mode.

The visionary artist at work

designing the cover to his book.

A fiber artist
preparing to
begin!

Art

2009-09-04T06:55:00.001-07:00

Just a few images of the amazing art

available for a donation at

The Buncombe St. United Methodist Church Women's Dinner

on Thursday, September 12th at 6pm.

Contact the church for tickets!

(864) 232-7341

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Poetry

2009-09-04T06:51:00.000-07:00

(of) to open, upon the

heavens window (sound)

And shed tears,

over colors so magnificent

to apairal... with the

Angels,

As those day dreams for

your love (incaptured)

written by a friend of God's

Artists and Friends

2009-09-04T06:21:00.000-07:00

It's been an interesting and fun time

getting to know our future artists at Triune.

These little ones were are getting ready

to discover and explore

their God given gifts and talents.One of our regular artists in a creative moment,

not letting a drop of precious paint be wasted!

Another future artist
pondering a thought while
resting up for action.

Exuberant and ready to go.

Watch out world,

here he comes!!

Latest Artist

2009-08-17T07:58:00.001-07:00

The latest artist in The Art Room

working on his very first painting!!!

"The joy of the Lord

is our strength."

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Artists of Triune

2009-08-10T05:25:00.001-07:00

Artists of Triune

exercising their God given talents

on a Sunday afternoon:

Stepping Stones

2009-08-06T07:20:00.001-07:00

Add water to a bag of cement and mix,

pour into a mold and top with bits of broken pottery

and glass marbles and voila you have a stepping stone!

These hardy pieces of art will soon find their

way into the Gardens of Triune.

Fiber Artists

2009-08-06T07:11:00.001-07:00

Unique, one of a kind original

hand croched hat and scarf.

Designed and created

by featured artist of Triune!

Poetry

2009-08-04T08:09:00.000-07:00

ofith reflects
upon sound, beauty
wisp whispers that
rode - upon breeze
sound into
life to death
death to life
sudden into a breath,
your beauty, upon thine world
"nights blessed
held in most
As in All"

written by a friend of God

Events

2009-08-03T08:06:00.000-07:00

From time to time, art from The Art Room will be auctioned off to help with the needs of the programs of Triune Mercy Center. This is a way our artists give back. There are 2 upcoming events; September 17th at Buncomb St. United Methodist Church and November 12th at Triune. More information will follow!

The Room

2009-08-03T07:54:00.001-07:00

The Art Room at Triune came into being in August of 2008 when 4 local artists came together to paint the walls and fill the space with art supplies. Art has been a part of Triune for several years, but this was the first space allocated just for artistic creativity. The room is open Wednesdays 11-noon and Sundays from 1-3. A bright and welcoming space filled with visual delights, the room provides an environment conducive to meeting heart and soul needs. It is a quiet space to sit and reflect, write poetry or journal, paint a masterpiece on canvas or just a note card to a friend.

Tea Parties

2009-08-03T07:42:00.001-07:00

Our Tea Parties have become a quite lovely social event at Triune. Started in the fall of 2008, we now have teas before holidays and for special events. China cups and cucumber sandwiches set the stage for a delightful time of fellowship. Our next Tea Party is Wednesday, August 26th from 11-noon in celebration of the first anniversary of The Art Room!

All are welcome!!

Opportunities

2009-08-03T07:39:00.000-07:00

You can help these lively budding artists by donating supplies and volunteering your time. Stretched canvas is on the top of our "want" list right now along with quality easels. Other creative items are always welcome. Call 864-133-8020 ext.12 to find out about volunteer opportunities

Art

2009-08-03T07:26:00.001-07:00

All of this original colorful art

has been created right

in The Art Room!

Textile Art

2009-08-03T07:22:00.001-07:00

Some funky art!

Textile Artists

2009-08-03T07:18:00.000-07:00

Just a couple of our artists

working with fabic and dyes...

creating wearable art!

Artists

2009-08-03T06:57:00.001-07:00

These are just a few of our many talented artists

who chose to spend their Wednesdays or Sunday afternoons

creating in The Art Room!