The Glue & Scissors Society is teaming up with The Cup to serve a lot more than just a cup of coffee.
The groups are hosting an art show called "Grayscale" at the cafe from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday. The concept was developed by Chase Craig, a senior printmaking major. Two of Craig's pieces of artwork from previous years will be on display.
"The show is just very drawing oriented," Craig said. "People take pride in roots. Despite the fact that everyone is doing basic drawing, it's not glorified. It's about the birth of art."
Elysia Smith, vice president of The Glue & Scissors Society, said the basics are important.
"People forget that everyone starts out from the same pen and paper," Smith said. "It's about a foundational skill."
Victoria Meldrum, the director of marketing and developer of the show's social media strategy, elaborated on what "Grayscale" represents.
"'Grayscale' is The Glue & Scissors Society exhibit focusing on black and white drawing," Meldrum said. "By going back to basics, we can highlight the beauty of strong forms and shadow play. Because we cannot rely on color, the richness of each piece comes from contrast and texture."
Meldrum said The Glue & Scissors Society aspires to organize more shows in the future.
"The Glue & Scissors Society hopes to hold a show on the first Friday of each month in the Village," Meldrum said. "Each show will have a theme and be open to the public. We hope to showcase a wide variety of art throughout the season."
Though this is not the art first show The Glue & Scissors Society has hosted, it is the first small scale show with consistent music.
Marta Vitolins, the communications chief and organizer of entertainment, said this show is different.
"This is the first show that is restrictive about what art they're accepting," Vitolins said. "It's so much smaller and more intimate."
Though group has changed the atmosphere of its show, one aspiration of the society remains consistent: exposing the public to art and culture.
"This show is important to Ball State students, because it exposes them to different sides of their peers," Vitolins said. "We all have classes all of the time, so it's important to see what they work on that's not for classes."
Smith said calling The Glue & Scissors Society an "art collective" is important, not only to Ball State students, but also to businesses.
"We really strive to bring local art to the community but also to bring art to business as well," Smith said. "It's a method of connecting."
Phil Diaz, who helped organize the event, is working to publicize The Glue & Scissors Society's website.
"The brand of The Glue & Scissors Society is all inclusive," Diaz said. "That's why we use the 'and.' We want it to be subconscious inclusion."
WHO: The Glue & Scissors Society
WHAT: "Grayscale" art show
WHEN: 6-9 p.m. Friday
WHERE: The Cup
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