M.E.C.C.A.: The Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts

Upcoming Events

Salvaged Windows

February 3-27

Inspired by mythology and the life of Jean-Michel Basquiat, Beth Kruziki’s powerful acrylic paintings begin a journey into expressionism. The project explores the connection between found or recycled objects and art. The work is raw, abstract, modern, humanistic, and deeply expressionistic. The images in each piece are powerful, yet fragile. Each painting is transformed when it is held up to the sun or light—the perspective changes from raw and abstract to unassuming and vulnerable. Beth played with light, brushstroke, and expression to create unique points of view when looking at each piece from multiple angles. Each piece is dedicated to her son for his sincere love of literature and his unwavering curiosity about life. Come see Beth's incredible light Pieces this month at M.E.C.C.A.





Ongoing

Artist Trading Card Swaps Are Back!

All artist's are welcome to come and trade ATC's (artist trading cards) the last Saturday of the month from 11-12pm at MECCA! Join us for a swap and a technique demo. What is an ATC?

Using ATC guidelines, we invite you to make as many cards as you like, in any medium and bring them to trade with other artists. This is a great chance for creative play, to acquire and learn about new art mediums and to network with other local artists.

Crafty Birthday Parties at MECCA!

Are you or your child crafty and creative? Then consider MECCA for your next birthday party. We have a great space and will provide a guided recycled art activity for your party goers. All materials included. We have a partial kitchen and fridge for cake and refreshments. We charge a sliding scale fee of $6-10 per person for a 2 hour party. For more information call Mija at 302-1810. You can view and print our party registration form.

First Friday Art Walks.

Every First Friday, stop by MECCA as you stroll the Art Walk. We have monthly art exhibits on display and our studio and materials exchange is open to the public as well. It's an excellent time to experience the creative possibilities of MECCA!

Weekend Art Activities for Kids

Saturdays, Drop in 11am-3pm, At MECCA's downtown studio, 449 Willamette St., Eugene, OR (right next to the Amtrak Station)

See the Workshops page for a schedule of upcoming activities!

Open Studio

Tuesday, 10am-3pm
Wednesdays, 10am-3pm
Thursdays, 10am-3pm & 6pm-9pm
Saturdays 11am-3pm

Come chat, snack, create. and share ideas with other crafty folks! Bring your own materials, or rummage through our inexpensive supplies.

See the Open Studio page for more information.