Type of Art
Visual art, watercolor paintings

Artistic Services
House Portraits, Still Lifes, Landscapes, Commissions

Contact
Robert Pioch
Email: rbrtpioch87@gmail.com
Website: robertapioch.com

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Robert Pioch was born in Wheeling, Illinois, and graduated from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale with a BFA in drawing. He then went on to study watercolor and plein air painting under David Dallison and Thomas Trausch.

Robert’s work captures the appearance and feel of life, while his passionate focus allows him to express through paint the affinity he has with the things he cares about.

Currently, he has found success in painting house portraits in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. As the art culture in Waukegan is booming, Robert is happy to be part of the Waukegan Arts Council, as well as been given the opportunity to contribute to the Genesee Theatre mural. His work can be seen on display at the Dandelion Gallery in downtown Waukegan.

Pat’s watercolors reflect her interest in depicting scenes across America. She is known for using bold colors, vivid lights and darks, and stunning details.

Pat participates in summer festivals and is a member of the Transparent Watercolor Society, the Lakes Region Watercolor Guild and the Lake County Art League. Her work is shown year-round at Fine Line Designs Gallery in Ephraim, Door County, Wisconsin.

Type of Art
Visual art, watercolor paintings

Artistic Services
Commissioned work and exhibits

Contact
Pat King
377 Lynn Terrace
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: (847) 204-0343
Email: journeyking377@yahoo.com
Website: PatKingsWatercolors.com

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Website: www.ThomKapheim.com

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Biography

QUALIFICATIONS

• Skilled classroom teacher and communicator who is passionate about sharing communication skills with young people.
• Experienced in working with inexperienced workers, training them, creating an ensemble spirit, and pride in the theatre program of the school.
• Actively engaged in theatrical education and production for 39 years.
• Experienced in scenic and lighting design, construction, running, rigging and supervision, directing and production.
• Knowledgeable in both front of house and backstage operation.

EDUCATION

• 1967-1969 Pan American University, Edinburg, TX
• 1969-1971 B.S. in Education, Speech/Theatre, Northern Illinois University
• 1980-1984 M.A. Theatre Arts, Northern Illinois University
• 1985- “Presenting the Performing Arts”, Western Michigan University

PUBLICATIONS/PRESENTATIONS

• 1984- Thesis: The Best Ever…..Waukegan Theatres, 1865-1919

HONORS/PRESENTATIONS

• ISBE Performance Assessment Committee, 1999
• Workshop Presenter, National Middle School Theatre Forum 1998-99-00
• Educational Theatre Association and Illinois Theatre Association
• Middle School Editor for “Spotlight”, ITA Newspaper
• Recipient Jack Benny Arts and Humanities Award 1997
• Listed in ‘98, ‘96,’94, ‘92, and ‘90 “Who’s Who Among American Teachers”
• “Who’s Who in American Education” 1990

EMPLOYMENT

• 2003-2012 Adjunct Faculty, University of St. Mary of the Lake, Mundelein, IL. Instructor of presentation, and American Accents. Students with communication challenges are referred to my classes.
• 2007-2012 Technical Director, Warren Twsp. High School, Gurnee, IL. Provide Production and Lighting Design and construction supervision and instruction to untrained 14-18 year olds. The Wedding Singer, High School Musical, Romantic Fools, Aida.
• 2003-2006 Technical Director, Viking School, Gurnee, IL.Provide Production and Lighting Design and construction supervision and instruction to untrained 11-14 year olds. Productions included: The Ubu Plays, Big! The Musical, Children of Eden, Fools, The Wiz, Dinner Theatre
• 1972-2003 Teacher, Viking School (Retired). Beginning at a Social Studies position, I introduced theatre as a method of developing socialization and adult level responsibility in young adolescents. From nothing, the theatre program at Viking School became a national model for middle school theatre.
• 2000-2002 1980-1984 Executive Director, Genesee Theatre, GSI (City of Waukegan). Duties: Organize volunteer steering committee, develop mission statement, develop funding approach for project, secure funding from City of Waukegan, set up first office with necessary equipment, maintain and update grants from state and federal sources, interview and hire fund raising consultant, hire staff as needed, develop volunteer organization, set up speakers bureau, produce, shoot, direct, edit and generate i-movie for fund raising and marketing strategies, interview marketing firms; identify, locate, contact and personally invite Honorary Board Members to raise public awareness of the project; participate in the identification, location, contacting, interviewing, and personal invitation of new board members; act as liaison between board, Mayor’s Office, and staff; with help of staff prepare weekly progress reports; provide public relations communication including radio, print and television interviews, community contact; develop extensive volunteer organization and provide supervision; represent the Genesee Theatre at League of Historic American Theatres’ Convention, NYC.
• 1989-1996 Resident Scenic and Lighting Designer, Bowen park Theatre Company, Waukegan Park District. Provided Scenic Design, Lighting Design, Construction Supervision of untrained volunteers.

ORGANIZATIONS

• Educational Theatre Association
• Illinois Theatre Association
• League of Historic American Theatres
• Jack Benny Center for the Arts
• Friends of the Historic Genesee Theatre
• Waukegan Arts Council

Biography

• 2009/2010 Master Craftsman for The Woodworking Shows with “My Nightmares and Dreams”.  This was a national competition that resulted in national magazine exposure.
• Best of Show 2010 Lake County Art League Spring Show with “My Nightmares and Dreams”
• 1st Place 2010 Lumberjocks Summer Awards with “Ripple”
• 1st Place 2010 Gorilla Glue Nothing New Except the Glue Challenge with “Firefly”
• 2nd Place 2010 Wood Magazine WoodWorking Showdown Competition with “Box of Chocolates”
• 3rd Place 2010 Fine WoodWorking Magazine Scraptacular Competition with “Home is where the Hearth is”
• Honorable Mention in the 2011 31st Recent Works Exhibit at the Robert T. Wright Gallery with “Ripple”
• Cover of 2012 Lake County Arts Magazine with “Ripple”
• Exhibitor at 2012 Carriage House National Juried Exhibition

Artist Statement

So why boxes? That is a question I hear more often than one would think. Luckily, I have never had a problem answering that question ever since I created my first box over seven years ago. I was instantly hooked. I researched and collected any information I could find on box making, from Egyptian times to the present. I follow the inspiring works of notable box makers such as Peter Lloyd, Andrew Crawford and Phil Weber. I have a collection of books on the subject that will soon require me to purchase a larger home. So the answer to why boxes? Well, that is a question that has multiple answers. To me, boxes are an extremely personal container. We use them to hold our history, secrets, and memories. They are time capsules to our families that can be handed down from generation to generation. They are a sculptural art form that can be created to reflect emotion, movement, or a point in time. They are an art form that is crafted using some of the most spectacular material that only Mother Nature could provide. These are the reasons I fell in love with box making.

Type of Artist
Visual artist mainly in wood art

Artistic Services
Commissioned work and exhibits

Contact
Jeff Baenen
1501 Alexander Court
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone: 847-331-0756
Website: www.jeffbaenenboxes.com
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Type of Artist
Theatre Director, Designer, Teacher

Artistic Services
Theatre Director, Design, Build, Supervision and Training

Contact
James Neal
118 N. Chapel Street
Waukegan, IL 60085
Phone 847-662-6607
Email: mrneal@me.com
Personal Website: https://dl.dropbox.com/u/41165856/Home/Welcome.html
Website: www.vikingdrama.org 

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