Artists prepare for Adler Center's member artist exhibition

Kick off the new year with local artists at the fifth annual Adler Artist Members Collective Exhibit Jan. 9-25.

The Adler Member Artists are a collective of visual artists dedicated to enriching the artistic community at the David Adler Music and Arts Center. The premier members showcase their latest work each January.

"The Adler Members Collective is a group representing cumulative years of experience invested in our regional arts world; not only recognized for their talents, but serving our community as art directors, instructors, curators and influencers," exhibit curator Beth McKenna said.

The Artist Member Collection Exhibit presents a range of mediums including traditional pieces like painting, ceramics and stained glass as well as contemporary works of digital art, fused glass and metal.

Visit the gallery from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9:30 a.m.to 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays, and attend two free Meet-the-Artists events:

• Opening Reception: 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 11. The Adler Center launches the exhibit with live music, wine and refreshments. Admission is free.

• Gallery Night Artist Talk: 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23. Experience the exhibit through the artists' eyes. Join Adler Member Artists as they lead a gallery tour and share stories about their creative process. Free admission.

The David Adler Music and Arts Center is dedicated to making music and the arts an integral part of everyday life, while celebrating the architectural legacy of renowned North Shore architect David Adler. Its year-round activities are designed to foster engagement and achievement in the arts for the people of Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin.

The David Adler Music and Arts Center is at 1700 N. Milwaukee Ave., Libertyville. Learn more at www.adlercenter.org.

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