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General Information: The Art of Dedication
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Donated Advertising Prints Offer "Great Ideas" To GCC Students
A Container Corporation of America advertising campaign more than 50 years ago continues to impact viewers, this time on the walls of the Gloucester County College campus.
Displayed in classrooms and hallways throughout the College’s buildings, 140 framed prints created by a leading packaging manufacturing company are now being used to inspire students. The “Great Ideas” prints, donated by Marie Nathan of West Deptford, are the largest compilation of artwork ever to be given to GCC’s Permanent Art Collection. Illustrated by prominent artists, illustrators and designers, the prints embody the thoughts and diverse philosophies of writers, scientists, politicians, and cultural and religious figures. Valued at $60,000, only 100 sets of the prints were produced with Nathan and the Smithsonian Institution receiving two of them.
“Words have always inspired me,” said Nathan, who was given the collection of prints as a gift half a century ago when working as an economic research analyst. “My parents always told me to make the world better than you found it. I’m pleased that the prints will benefit others. Literature creates a common culture.”
“Lives are changed daily on the GCC campus,” said College President Dr. Russell A. Davis. “These inspirational prints embrace the self-development of the individual and the right to pursue personal and collective ideas, values that we as educators strive to encourage. Gloucester County College is extremely fortunate to be the recipient of such a charitable and thought-provoking donation.”
The Container Corporation of America’s advertising program was kicked off in February 1950 with a full-page, full-color quote on human nature and government by Alexander Hamilton, designed by artist Arthur Williams. There was no mention of a product or slogan, only the sponsor’s signature. The ad campaign to promote good citizenship was successfully received by the public. Dr. Ross Beitzel, curator of the GCC Permanent Art Collection, is confident that the display of prints grouped throughout the campus will continue to be an inspiration, strengthening students’ appreciation of art and contributing to personal and humanitarian aspirations.
“The prints are a visual dialogue presented with words,” said Beitzel. “Marie’s generous gift will enrich Gloucester County College and the surrounding community while providing a lasting legacy.”
“I’ve been a lifelong supporter of the arts and education,” said Nathan. “Because of my 30-year friendship with Ross and his commitment to exposing others to different forms of art, I have never considered donating the prints to any other college.”
Gloucester County College’s Permanent Art Collection currently contains more than 500 pieces valued at approximately $250,000, more substantial than that of many four-year universities. All of the artwork— collected locally and from around the world— is on public display.
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Dr. Ross Beitzel Recognized for The Art Of Dedication
The Gloucester County College Art Gallery was officially dedicated in honor of longtime humanities professor Dr. Ross Beitzel during the college’s art show opening on Friday, May 2, 2008.
Freeholder Frank DiMarco (center), liaison to Gloucester County’s Cultural and Heritage Commission, presented a proclamation to Beitzel from the Gloucester County Board of Chosen Freeholders. Retired Rowan University art professor Dr. Burton Wasserman (right), provided insightful and humorous words of praise about his former student and friend. Members of the Art Educators of New Jersey and the Gloucester County Art League also acknowledged Beitzel’s commitment to bringing different types of artwork to the campus for all to experience and enjoy.
Beitzel, founder and curator of the GCC permanent art collection, has been an active member of the college community since 1970, dedicated to sharing his expertise and appreciation of art with students, faculty and staff. For nearly four decades, the professor emeritus has collected work from around the world including the art of many Gloucester County residents, accumulating close to 500 pieces in the permanent collection. GCC’s art collection, which is more substantial than that of many four-year colleges, is on exhibit throughout the campus. Beitzel, who has received the Governor’s Award and other numerous art recognitions, will be the recipient of the Encore Award on May 21 in Atlantic City by the South Jersey Cultural Alliance. He has been a member of the Art Educators of New Jersey since 1959.
The art show open house is free and there is parking a short walk from the gallery. The Art Gallery’s hours are 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. Monday through Friday and 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. on Saturday. The show runs through June 6. The Art Gallery is located within the College Center.
The College is currently accepting donations to the Dr. Ross Beitzel Art Gallery through the GCC Foundation. Call (856) 681-6202 to support the arts.
Gloucester County Times: http://www.nj.com/gloucester/stories/index.ssf?/base/news-9/1209538508301450.xml&coll=8
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Dr. Ross Beitzel Receives Paul Aiken Encore Award
The Gloucester County Cultural & Heritage commission presented the Paul Aiken Encore Award to Dr. Ross Beitzel, dedicated teacher of Art at Gloucester County College and world traveler, on May 21, 2008 at the Grand Ballroom Bally's Atlantic City. Ross is responsible for establishing a college collection of over 300 pieces of art from his world travels and through donations from artists such as renowned paperweight artist, Paul Stankard. Ross' life long commitment to teaching and his love of art has brought Gloucester County College students and the community a lasting visual experience for generations to come. Gloucester County Cultural & Heritage Commission Chairperson, Elaine Goodman presented the award.
The Aiken Encore Awards honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions in support of the arts and cultural heritage community and the member organizations of the South Jersey Cultural Alliance. The awards were first introduced in 1995, when Paul was President of the SJCA.
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Art Educators Of NJ Gift Artwork To GCC Gallery
Watercolor artist Maureen Gass-Brown (right), a member of the Art Educators of New Jersey South, presents her painting “Blossom Bliss” to Gloucester County College curator Dr. Ross Beitzel, founder of the College’s permanent art collection. Gass-Brown’s painting is the first piece to be donated to the collection since the College officially renamed the art gallery in honor of Beitzel, a longtime humanities professor, at the May Art Show Opening on May 2. The watercolor and a plaque were presented following the Dr. Ross Beitzel Art Gallery dedication ceremony.
An active member of the College community since 1970, Beitzel has shared his expertise and appreciation of art with students, faculty and staff. For nearly four decades, the professor emeritus has collected work from around the world including the art of many Gloucester County residents, accumulating close to 500 pieces in the permanent collection. GCC’s art collection, which is more substantial than that of many four-year colleges, is on exhibit throughout the campus. Beitzel, who has received the Governor’s Award and other numerous art recognitions, will be the recipient of the Encore Award on May 21 in Atlantic City by the South Jersey Cultural Alliance. He has been a member of the Art Educators of New Jersey since 1959.
The College is currently accepting donations to the Dr. Ross Beitzel Art Gallery through the GCC Foundation. Call (856) 681-6202 to support the arts.
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Wall of Wasserman
Dr. Burton Wasserman (center) stands in front of the 14 signed, original pieces of artwork, including a screen print, lithographs and drawings recently donated to GCC. With the Glassboro artist is Eoin Kinnarney (left), the College’s student activities/art director, and Dr. Ross Beitzel, curator of the permanent art collection.
For 43 years, Wasserman shared his academic insight both in the classroom and in the studio as a full-time professor at Rowan University until retiring in 2004. His paintings, relief construction and screen prints can be found nationally and internationally in 35 museums and institutional settings and in private collections.
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Artist Donates Glass Orb
World-renowned glass artist Paul Stankard (left) discusses the 6-inch glass orb presented to GCC with interim President Russell A. Davis, Ed.D., (center) and curator of the College’s permanent art collection Dr. Ross Beitzel.
Stankard donated the piece from his newest series to the College permanent art collection in November. Valued at $15,000, the orb titled “Flowering Lotus with Honeybee,” is displayed in the administrative office entrance. Stankard, who creates flowers and insects with colored glass, captures the beauty of nature in crystal. The Mantua artist has appeared on numerous television programs and his artwork is on exhibit around the world.
The College’s permanent art collection contains one of the largest compilations of artwork of any county college in New Jersey with approximately 300 pieces on display throughout the campus.