New show coming to arts garage

PORT CLINTON — The Greater Port Clinton Area Arts Council has announced a new show at The Arts Garage taking place later this month. "Medley: A Look at Style Across Mediums" will feature the work of Shelby Bork, a resident artist of The Arts Garage. The show debuts with an opening reception at 6 p.m. on Friday Sept. 16 at the garage, 317 W Perry St. There will be cocktails and appetizers during the reception, which is open to everyone. Bork's show will feature a little bit of artwork from every medium, what organizers call "a true medley of work." Her work ranges from wire twisted jewelry, block prints, plein air pieces, large soft pastels, oil pastels, acrylic, watercolor and a little pottery, sculptures and fashion designs. "I want to show how a person's art style differs based on the material they're using," she said. Bork is entirely self-taught, beginning to focus on art full-time after graduating with a degree in ceramic engineering from the Missouri University of Science and Technology in 2020. While studying there, she began sketchbook journaling and doing henna tattoos at local events and festivals. She began pursuing art as a career after receiving her degree. Last year, she participated in three outdoor art shows in Ohio and Michigan, taking Best of Show at the Port Clinton Artist's Club's annual Art in the Park. This year, she took third place in Fine Art at the Ely Minnesota Blueberry Festival and Art Show. She will also participate in the upcoming Black Swamp Art Festival in Bowling Green. Visit gpcaac.org or the Facebook page for more updates on shows, programs and ways to get involved.