Family Art Day is Saturday December 9th at the Art Junction. Drop by between 10 am -1:00 pm Make your own candy cane Christmas tree ornament out of sculpey clay and take it home to hang on your tree. Cost is a canned food donation for the Willard Food Bank. Make a craft at the church while your candy cane bakes and enjoy a free lunch.
The Painted Word –Images of the Life of Jesus Christ
August 5 – September 23, 2023
Thursdays & Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
at the New Haven Methodist Church
This group exhibit seeks to communicate a transformational message through visual expression. The exhibit invites the viewer to examine the life of Jesus and to discover a deeper meaning of the life of Jesus as eight area artists did through their painted expressions.
Artists participating in this group exhibition are:
Prescott Lillo-Willard, OH; Alec Casto -Willard, OH; James Easter-Toledo, OH; David Wolff-Collins, OH; Heidi Helgeson Hovestaedt, Norwalk, OH; Nancy Beckett-Norwalk, OH; Cynde Spyker-Attica, OH; and Kevin Casto-Willard, OH.
Vincent van Gogh professed, “Paintings have a life of their own that derives from the painter’s soul.” We hope that you can view this exhibit to see the life poured into these paintings on display in New Haven.
For more information contact Kevin Casto at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven Methodist Church –A Global Methodist Congregation. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
David Wolff &
“The Aesthetics of Color and Light”
August 5 – September 23, 2023
Thursdays & Fridays 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
at the Art Junction in New Haven, OH.
*Opening Saturday, August 5th 5-7p.m. during the New Haven Ice Cream Social.
As an artist, David specializes in: pastel painting, acrylic painting, charcoal drawing and alcohol inks. Landscapes and portraiture are popular themes in his work. Rich, layered color and dramatic lighting effects are present in his works.
David received his BA in Art Education from the Ohio State University and his MA in Secondary School Administration from Ashland University. He retired from teaching high school art in Milan, Ohio in 2019.
Currently, David serves: on the board of the North East Ohio Art Education Association, as President of the Firelands Area Art League and as an art instructor for Art Dock. David has had 3 one-man shows of his work and has won 7 Best of Show awards et al. In 2019 he was awarded 3rd Place in Ohio’s State of the Art Show. In 2012, David was honored as North East Ohio Art Education’s Outstanding Art Teacher.
For more information contact Kevin Casto at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven Methodist Church –A Global Methodist Congregation. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
The process of painting has been compared to the process of growing close to God in prayer. We will seek this meditative process together.
Come with a friend or with a family member!
Thursday August 17, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Class size is limited so reserve your spot soon before it closes.
All materials are included.
$5 before August 1st
$10 after August 1st
*Prepay your class to save your spots in our classes.
Send your payment to:
Kevin Casto
c/o Summer Art Classes
802 S. Main St.
Willard, OH 44890
For more information contact Kevin Casto at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven United Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven Methodist Church. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
Ages 9 and up.
Come and explore drawing with a friend or with a family member!
Explore new and old methods of drawing both inside and, weather permitting, outside as well.
Thursday August 10, 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Class size is limited so reserve your spot soon before it closes.
Draw some fun into your summer.
$5 before August 1st
$10 after August 1st
*Prepay your class to save your spots in our classes.
Send your payment to:
Kevin Casto
c/o Summer Art Classes
802 S. Main St.
Willard, OH 44890
For more information contact Kevin Casto at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven United Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven Methodist Church. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
Ages 6-12
July 25, 26, 27 6-7 p.m.
Do you love to create?
Learn to draw and create with paint, clay and mixed media.
Class size is limited so reserve your spot soon before it closes.
3 days of colorful fun. $15 before July 1st
$20 after July 1st
*Prepay your class to save your spots in our classes.
Send your payment to:
Kevin Casto
c/o Summer Art Classes
802 S. Main St.
Willard, OH 44890
For more information contact Kevin Casto at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven United Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven Methodist Church. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
Family Art Day at The Art Junction in New Haven, Ohio.
Hope you can join us!
Join us as we build some community, make some art and celebrate the Christmas season together.
On Saturday, December 10, 2022 drop by The Art Junction between the hours of 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. and create your own hand-made candy cane Christmas tree ornament out of sculpey clay.
In one Saturday morning using a few hand-building skills, families can create their own Christmas tree ornament together to celebrate the season.
Cost is a canned food donation from each family member for the Willard Food Bank!
Enjoy family crafts and a free lunch next door at the New Haven United Methodist Church at Family Art Day.
Remember: Art is “for the doing” and for “learning through the doing.”
Join us in the process of creating a better community together through the doing.
For more information contact Kevin Casto
at 419-935-3404 or email: theartjunction@yahoo.com
The Art Junction is located at 2634 Prairie Street New Haven, OH. Next to the New Haven United Methodist Church.
The Art Junction is a community-based art education program designed to bring gallery space, local art exhibitions, lessons and creative opportunities to the Willard area for adults, teens, seniors, and children to learn to create together a better community! The Art Junction is a ministry of the New Haven United Methodist Church. For more information on this or future programs at The Art Junction contact Kevin Casto M.A., Director, at 419-935-3404, email theartjuction@yahoo.com or visit our blog https://theartjunctionwillardohio.wordpress.com on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Art-Junction/190323094344714?ref=hl
Opening Reception
Friday, October 21, 2022 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Don Moore always knew that he would be a military artist; just ask his former Willard High School art teacher, Mr. Charles Casto.
In 1968 Don left Willard, Ohio for the United States Marine Corps recruit depot at Parris Island, South Carolina. Upon completing boot camp and advanced combat training, he received the military occupation of illustrator/combat artist. Don served 16 ½ years in the Marine Corps before joining the Army in 1984 as an illustrator. Don retired from the military in 1989 with 22 ½ years of service.
Don’s military career was not limited to being an artist; he was also a drill instructor, presidential bodyguard, and non-commissioned officer in charge of graphic art centers and public affairs sections. These, as well as other military jobs, postings and travel experiences, helped Don build a variety of skills and life experiences. Wherever Don was stationed, he pursued his passion for art through college and correspondence courses. He also attended many workshops and institutes such as Dynamic Graphics.
Don has received many awards for his artistic skill, service and excellence. His most prized achievements are: induction into the Sgt. Audie Murphy Club, knighted into the Order of St. George, and commissioned an admiral in the Texas navy.
Owner and operator of Don Moore Illustration since 1989, Don has had a variety of notable clients, including authors John Carroll, Robert Utley, Steve Wise and Paul Hutton; United States presidents Richard Nixon, Ronald Reagan and George W. Bush; and the magazines and corporations Armchair General Magazine, McDonnell Douglas Helicopter, the National Park Service, the Institute of Heraldry, and the History Channel.
Raised in an artistic family, Kevin Casto has always felt the call to create and work in the visual arts. Hearing tales of his father’s time in the military, along with playing army as a kid with his friends, Kevin was always fascinated with hiding and running in the woods and building forts and navigating the trees and fields where he grew up.
After graduating from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh, Kevin grew discontented with working in the field of commercial photography and joined the Ohio Army National Guard. After his initial training he received a scholarship and returned to college where he received degrees in art and art education from Ashland University. Kevin works in an expressionistic style that reflects the ideas of the German Expressionism movement of the early twentieth century and the Neo-Expressionist movement of the 1980’s. He is also influenced from his travels with the Army.
Kevin first encountered Don Moore as an elementary student when Don would come and visit Kevin’s father, who was Don’s high school art teacher. Don would stop by for a visit when he was home on leave and bring work he had created in the Marines and the Army. Don’s images and his time in the service were another influence on Kevin as he pursued his art. Kevin currently teaches elementary art at Willard Elementary School and is the Director of The Art Junction in New Haven where the show will be on display.
This exhibit explores the work of two veterans who approach visual art in different methods and styles and yet honor and explore their lives and experiences through the visual arts.
You’re invited to visit the Art Junction to view Kevin and Don’s amazing art and illustrations that pay tribute to our veterans and our nation’s great heritage!
In the words of another artist who was a solider … “if suffering can be transformed into creativity . . . I want to try it” Ernst Ludwig Kirchner -German Expressionist Artist.
The Art Junction 