Great news for the American College of the Building Arts (ACBA)! The college has been selected to compete in the Pepsi Refresh Everything online poll. Pepsi gives away $1.3m in grants each month to people, businesses, and nonprofits with ideas to positively impact their communities. Through an online poll, voters can choose their favorite ideas. So if you support ACBA, you can vote at the school’s page at http://www.refresheverything.com/acba, and can also text 104043 to 73774. Last time I checked (and voted), the college still had a long way to go to the top, so they need your help.
If voted as the top idea, ACBA will receive $250,000 to support scholarships, recruitment, the building of a new science lab, and to fund materials for the six trade workshops.
The only college of its kind in the United States, ACBA trains future artisans in the traditional building arts of architectural stone, carpentry, forged architectural ironwork, preservation masonry, plaster working, and timber framing while at the same time providing a quality academic education resulting in Associate’s and Bachelor’s degrees.
The college’s mission is to educate and train artisans in the traditional building arts to foster exceptional craftsmanship and encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the world’s architectural heritage through a liberal arts education. In order to fulfill its mission, ACBA has the following goals:
* To offer a comprehensive educational program that embodies the apprenticeship model while also providing a quality academic and artistic education.
* To effectively increase the quality as well as the number of master artisans throughout the United States in the major building trades.
* To elevate the position of skilled artisans trained in the building arts in the United States, reawakening respect for work that has been greatly devalued in the 20th and 21st centuries.
* To serve as skilled stewards of historic buildings in the United States and internationally through well-executed traditional building practices appropriate to each structure and the environment.
* To achieve national status as an institution integral to preservation and sustainable building practices.
ACBA has been described by Mayor Joseph P. Riley as “Charleston’s gift to America.” And it is no exaggeration as ACBA is truly a national institution, with graduates working in preservation and sustainable building across the country. The National Trust’s Preservation magazine noted in its September-October 2009 issue that, in the absence of skilled artisans, the nation’s historic structures are in great danger. ACBA is a unique school producing students fluent in the building arts and able to communicate effectively with historians, architects, and engineers. Their unique skill set will ensure the artistic and structural integrity of the built environments in cities across the country far into the future.
Here is a video that Stylee PR & Marketing created for the college this year. We talked to the founder, John Paul Huguley and students about what makes their school so outstanding and different.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xUwK0y0WG0s&feature=player_embedded
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Charleston Jewish Community Brings “Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story” to Charleston
2010 marks the inaugural year for the annual Jewish Film Festival created by the Charleston Jewish Experience. For their first annual event titled “A Night of Jewish Film,” they selected Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story, a documentary produced for PBS (will air next year). This documentary that debuted earlier this year in Israel is produced and directed by Peter Miller, narrated by Dustin Hoffman, and written by the Pulitzer Prize winning former New York Times sportswriter, Ira Berkow.
Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story is a documentary about the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning that baseball has had in the lives of American Jews since the 1860s .
More than a film about sports, Jews and Baseball is a story of immigration, assimilation, bigotry, heroism, the passing on of traditions, and the shattering of stereotypes. The film features a rare interview with the legendary Hall of Fame pitcher Sandy Koufax as well as interviews with Larry King, Kevin Youkilis, Shawn Green, Yogi Berra, Ron Howard and many others.
The film will light up the screen of The Sottile Theatre on October 24, 2010 at 7:45 p.m. Prior to the movie screening, the organizers will host a desert & champagne reception and present the Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts to Judith Solomon. Mrs. Solomon is the grandmother of my dear friend, Jessica Solomon Bluestein who is the executive director of the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts.
Since October is the National Arts and Humanities month, the timing of the award is really appropriate. The Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts was created to honor the Solomons as lifelong supporters of the arts in Charleston and Jewish culture and to inspire others to do the same. Melvin Solomon, a successful businessman, played a key role in establishing Spoleto USA, contributed to medical research and care at MUSC, and both he and Judith were recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals by their Lowcountry Philanthropy Award.
There are many reasons for establishing a Jewish film festival in Charleston, but first and foremost the organizers hope to inspire a greater appreciation and long-lasting connection among members of the broader Charleston community by showcasing our rich traditions but also our modern Jewish culture. The event will start a tradition of featuring iconic Jewish filmmakers and movies as well as honoring individuals devoted to supporting the arts and Jewish culture in our city.
The Sottile Theatre is located at 44 George Street. The desert and champagne reception starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for the film and reception, and $20 for the film only. For information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.CharlestonJewishExperience.com. To view the movie trailer, please visit www.jewsandbaseball.com/trailer.html.
Jews and Baseball: An American Love Story is a documentary about the contributions of Jewish major leaguers and the special meaning that baseball has had in the lives of American Jews since the 1860s .
More than a film about sports, Jews and Baseball is a story of immigration, assimilation, bigotry, heroism, the passing on of traditions, and the shattering of stereotypes. The film features a rare interview with the legendary Hall of Fame pitcher Sandy Koufax as well as interviews with Larry King, Kevin Youkilis, Shawn Green, Yogi Berra, Ron Howard and many others.
The film will light up the screen of The Sottile Theatre on October 24, 2010 at 7:45 p.m. Prior to the movie screening, the organizers will host a desert & champagne reception and present the Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts to Judith Solomon. Mrs. Solomon is the grandmother of my dear friend, Jessica Solomon Bluestein who is the executive director of the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts.
Since October is the National Arts and Humanities month, the timing of the award is really appropriate. The Melvin and Judith Solomon Humanitarian Award for the Arts was created to honor the Solomons as lifelong supporters of the arts in Charleston and Jewish culture and to inspire others to do the same. Melvin Solomon, a successful businessman, played a key role in establishing Spoleto USA, contributed to medical research and care at MUSC, and both he and Judith were recognized by the Association of Fundraising Professionals by their Lowcountry Philanthropy Award.
There are many reasons for establishing a Jewish film festival in Charleston, but first and foremost the organizers hope to inspire a greater appreciation and long-lasting connection among members of the broader Charleston community by showcasing our rich traditions but also our modern Jewish culture. The event will start a tradition of featuring iconic Jewish filmmakers and movies as well as honoring individuals devoted to supporting the arts and Jewish culture in our city.
The Sottile Theatre is located at 44 George Street. The desert and champagne reception starts at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $50 for the film and reception, and $20 for the film only. For information and to purchase tickets, please visit www.CharlestonJewishExperience.com. To view the movie trailer, please visit www.jewsandbaseball.com/trailer.html.
Friday, August 20, 2010
OPEN Invites Everyone for a Sneak Peak of this year's Fall Art Season, September 11
On September 11, 2010, the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts kicks off Charleston’s fall season with "OPEN," a multi-disciplinary arts event open to the public, featuring an abundance of artistic and cultural offerings in the tri-county area with the greater goal of breaking down the barriers to participation in the arts. It is an opportunity to awaken the senses of attendees to the wonderment of the arts with a personal guided tour by local arts organizations. The free event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Memminger Auditorium in downtown Charleston, SC.
The Alliance introduces the first ever annual preview of the arts where local arts organizations and collectives will be given the opportunity to captivate, intrigue and cultivate new audiences as well as existing arts patrons. Attendees of this arts expo can expect a cultural marketplace of interactive arts booths where they can buy tickets, memberships and merchandise as well as get information by talking with arts organizations about their mission, programming and events.
In addition, there will be performance stages, multi-media presentations and a family fun arts corner where spectators will get to “taste” a sampling of Charleston's arts. An open-air courtyard of vendors and street performers will add to the arts extravaganza which includes an art installation of Jarod Charzewski, debuting on Friday, September 10th in an invite-only Patron Preview cocktail party. With this year's theme, Camelot and the Round Table, all participating arts groups will unite under one roof with the common purpose of showcasing the vitality of the arts in our tri-county area. Sighting of knights, heralding trumpeters, hanging Renaissance flags and a round table is expected.
Participating arts organizations include City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, Charleston Concert Association, Charleston Stage, Creative Spark Center for the Arts, Taylor Music Group, Chamber Music Charleston, Redux Contemporary Art Center, PURE Theatre, American College of the Building Arts, Gibbes Museum, Flowertown Players, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, League of Charleston Theatres, Yo Art Inc., Moranz Entertainment, Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association, Charleston Ballet Theatre, City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department, Jazz Artists of Charleston, Charleston Documentary Film Festival, South of Broadway Theatre Company, Deuce Theatre, Capoeira Charleston and Carolina Storytellers Network.
“I invite every member of our community to open the door to experience the magic of the arts at our event,” says Jessica Solomon Bluestein, executive director of the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts.
“Art should never feel exclusive but rather shine a spotlight where all can feel brilliant in a new universe of expression. Everyone is welcome to our event and all will be invited to discover the secrets of producing a show, singing a song, writing prose, creating a dance, painting a canvas, acting a scene and much more,” continues Bluestein.
In addition to performances, the Alliance will introduce “A Ticket to the Arts” coupon book, enticing new audiences to experience the arts. The Alliance in partnership with its sponsors is also providing the arts organization with the opportunity: to market their organizations in a new way at “OPEN” with interactive art booths; showcase themselves through performances, presentations, and/or youth arts activities; personally network with donors at the “OPEN” Patron Preview party at no cost to them; learn valuable participation and design techniques in a pre-event marketing training; and entice new audiences to experience the arts with discounts and added value coupons in the saver booklet.
The event is sponsored by Piggly Wiggly, Wachovia/Wells Fargo, Knology, PDA, William Aiken Rhett House, Call Experts, Clear Channel, Social Restaurant and Wine Bar and the American College of the Building Arts. For more information about the event, contact Jessica Solomon Bluestein at 843-724-6440 or by email at Jessica@ArtsCharleston.org. The event is free to public. The Memminger Auditorium is located at 56 Beaufain Street in downtown Charleston, SC. For more information, please visit www.artscharleston.org.
The Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts is dedicated to the shared realization of a dynamic and thriving arts community by serving arts organizations in the region of Charleston, SC with resources and best business practices. Acting as a catalyst and facilitator for Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts envisions an engaged community that is fully expressive, creative and inspired by the arts.
The Alliance introduces the first ever annual preview of the arts where local arts organizations and collectives will be given the opportunity to captivate, intrigue and cultivate new audiences as well as existing arts patrons. Attendees of this arts expo can expect a cultural marketplace of interactive arts booths where they can buy tickets, memberships and merchandise as well as get information by talking with arts organizations about their mission, programming and events.
In addition, there will be performance stages, multi-media presentations and a family fun arts corner where spectators will get to “taste” a sampling of Charleston's arts. An open-air courtyard of vendors and street performers will add to the arts extravaganza which includes an art installation of Jarod Charzewski, debuting on Friday, September 10th in an invite-only Patron Preview cocktail party. With this year's theme, Camelot and the Round Table, all participating arts groups will unite under one roof with the common purpose of showcasing the vitality of the arts in our tri-county area. Sighting of knights, heralding trumpeters, hanging Renaissance flags and a round table is expected.
Participating arts organizations include City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, Charleston Concert Association, Charleston Stage, Creative Spark Center for the Arts, Taylor Music Group, Chamber Music Charleston, Redux Contemporary Art Center, PURE Theatre, American College of the Building Arts, Gibbes Museum, Flowertown Players, Halsey Institute of Contemporary Art, League of Charleston Theatres, Yo Art Inc., Moranz Entertainment, Charleston Fine Art Dealers Association, Charleston Ballet Theatre, City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department, Jazz Artists of Charleston, Charleston Documentary Film Festival, South of Broadway Theatre Company, Deuce Theatre, Capoeira Charleston and Carolina Storytellers Network.
“I invite every member of our community to open the door to experience the magic of the arts at our event,” says Jessica Solomon Bluestein, executive director of the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts.
“Art should never feel exclusive but rather shine a spotlight where all can feel brilliant in a new universe of expression. Everyone is welcome to our event and all will be invited to discover the secrets of producing a show, singing a song, writing prose, creating a dance, painting a canvas, acting a scene and much more,” continues Bluestein.
In addition to performances, the Alliance will introduce “A Ticket to the Arts” coupon book, enticing new audiences to experience the arts. The Alliance in partnership with its sponsors is also providing the arts organization with the opportunity: to market their organizations in a new way at “OPEN” with interactive art booths; showcase themselves through performances, presentations, and/or youth arts activities; personally network with donors at the “OPEN” Patron Preview party at no cost to them; learn valuable participation and design techniques in a pre-event marketing training; and entice new audiences to experience the arts with discounts and added value coupons in the saver booklet.
The event is sponsored by Piggly Wiggly, Wachovia/Wells Fargo, Knology, PDA, William Aiken Rhett House, Call Experts, Clear Channel, Social Restaurant and Wine Bar and the American College of the Building Arts. For more information about the event, contact Jessica Solomon Bluestein at 843-724-6440 or by email at Jessica@ArtsCharleston.org. The event is free to public. The Memminger Auditorium is located at 56 Beaufain Street in downtown Charleston, SC. For more information, please visit www.artscharleston.org.
The Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts is dedicated to the shared realization of a dynamic and thriving arts community by serving arts organizations in the region of Charleston, SC with resources and best business practices. Acting as a catalyst and facilitator for Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester counties, the Charleston Regional Alliance for the Arts envisions an engaged community that is fully expressive, creative and inspired by the arts.
Friday, July 23, 2010
City Gallery at Waterfront Park: Call for Exhibit Proposals
Calling All Contemporary Artists! The City Gallery is now accepting exhibition proposals for our 2012 exhibition schedule. We are a contemporary art gallery looking for a wide range of art work, including installation, painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, multimedia, etc. A solo or group exhibition may be proposed. The deadline for submission is September 1, 2010. |
About City Gallery at Waterfront Park The City Gallery at Waterfront Park is a venue for artwork that is new, vital, and innovative--with a focus on broadening the Charleston art outlook. The gallery provides a contemporary visual arts center to exhibit the work of local, regional, national, and international professional artists. Each year, the gallery produces six to eight exhibitions, along with artist's lectures and other educational programs. |
How to submit: 1.Drop off a proposal package in person 2.E-mail proposal package to Erin Glaze at Glazee@charleston-sc.gov 3.Mail proposal package to the City Gallery: (adress listed in contact information block) Proposal package should include but is not limited to: 1. Letter of intent 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Past press 4. High resolution art work images (atleast 300 dpi) 5. Projected budget (i.e. artwork shipment/transportation, gallery guide/brochure, postcard invitation, outside exhibition banner, opening reception catering and beverage, installation materials, etc.) |
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Artwork images (listed from top to bottom) 1. The City Gallery Piece by Jonathan Brilliant 2. Untitled (Red) by Samantha Magowan |
Monday, June 14, 2010
“BREAK THE DEAL!”
“BREAK THE DEAL!”
LEGISLATORS STILL HAVE A CHOICE
TO DO THE RIGHT THING!
THE STORY BEHIND THE BUDGET DEAL
AND THE GOVERNOR’S VETOES
Dear Arts Supporters:
One legislator has been forthright in telling his constituents why next week, the Governor’s vetoes will be sustained unless we can get our legislators to ‘BREAK THE DEAL”. We thought you would want to know this important information. Please read the following from House Majority Leader, Representative Kenny Bingham (R-Lexington Co.):
“In the House of Representatives, our first try to pass the final budget conference report, failed by a vote of 47 to 69. After several days of intense negotiations, we were finally able to pass the budget, but only by the slimmest of margins and without any help from the House Democrats. This set the stage for what we now have before us. As a result of not having the support of House Democrats throughout this years budget process, this allowed the Governor and a group of his closest allies, to hold us hostage with this year's budget. We were faced with the dilemma of either agreeing to accept his line item vetoes, or he was going to veto the entire budget document which would have required that we start the budget process over from scratch. A process that took 5 months to complete the first time, and one that would have been next to impossible to complete prior to government having to shut down on July 1st.
Therefore, when the House Democrats informed us on the last day of session that they would not help us override the Governor's veto of the entire budget, we were left with no other real option but to agree to sustain the Governor's line item vetoes. While this is clearly not the kind of news that I hoped to be sending you, it is unfortunately the truth. So barring the Governor having a change of heart, or some other unforeseen circumstance, I anticipate that the Governor's vetoes will be sustained.”
WE CAN BREAK THIS DEAL!
THIS IS THE LAST BILL THAT WILL EVER CROSS OVER GOVERNOR SANFORD’S DESK. THE VETO MONEY THAT IS SLASHED FROM THE ARTS COMMISSION (#32 & #105) AND ANY OTHER AGENCY, WILL NOT BE RE-DIRECTED TO ANY OTHER AGENCY, PROGRAM OR SERVICE. THE BUDGET PROCESS IS COMPLETE AND WAS BALANCED, VOTED ON, AND PASSED BY THE HOUSE & SENATE. THESE VETO CUTS DON’T HELP ANYONE – BUT THEY DO HURT THE ARTS! THEREFORE, THESE LEGISLATORS HAVE NOTHING TO LOSE AND MUCH TO GAIN BY BREAKING THE DEAL AND OVERRIDING THE GOVERNOR’S VETOES. OUR LEGISLATORS WORK FOR YOU! LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD!
IF YOU FEEL THAT THE ARTS ARE IMPORTANT TO YOU, YOUR COMMUNITY AND OUR SCHOOLS, CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATORS AND TELL THEM TO “BREAK THE DEAL”. CONTACT YOUR HOUSE MEMBERS IMMEDIATELY AND THEN YOUR SENATORS – in your home district or in Columbia BY TUESDAY! Even if you have already contacted your legislator, you may want to contact them again with this new information, asking them to BREAK THE DEAL!
OVERRIDE VETO #32 & VETO #105
Governor Mark Sanford has issued vetoes that will decimate the South Carolina Arts Commission and state arts funding as we know it! Veto #32 cuts “Statewide Arts Services” totaling $1,212,733 – a little over HALF of the Arts Commission’s budget. This funding represents their budget for programs, services, grants and related personnel, leaving the agency but a shell of itself with no ability to carry out its mission and undermining 40 years of work as the catalyst of arts funding and services in our state. This funding also includes arts education – such as the nationally recognized Arts in Basic Curriculum Project (ABC). Veto #105 cuts the $250,000 in stimulus funds for their competitive grants program, which funds local arts programs in communities and school districts in every county of the state. These grants fund arts education, general operating support for local arts organizations and efforts to grow the arts economy of our state through cultural tourism. These drastic cuts will virtually leave the Arts Commission incapable of serving the citizens of this state.
The State Museum is holding a rally at the Statehouse on Tuesday at 11:30 AM. Please feel free to join them and bring your own signage that says something like “Support the Arts – Override Veto 32 and Veto 105” or “Break the Deal!” Override Veto 32 and Veto 105 and support the Arts.”
- For contact information of all House and Senate members, go to the Arts Alliance web site: www.scartsalliance.net and click 2010 General Assembly Contact List.
- If you don’t know who your House or Senate member is, go to http://www.scstatehouse.gov/
cgi-bin/zipcodesearch.exe and type in your zip code to bring up your legislator’s contact information. - For contact information on your legislative delegation, go to: http://www.scstatehouse.gov/
countydelegationinfo/cntymast. .html
Here is some other helpful information:
House Fax: 803-734-2925
House Ways & Means Phone number (Rep. Dan Cooper’s office) 803-734-3144
Senate Fax: 803-212-6299
Senate Finance Committee Phone number (Senator Hugh Leatherman’s office) 803-212-6640
Please share/forward this email to your colleagues and friends, board member, volunteers, affiliate organizations, teachers. Share it through your address lists, using social media outlets like Facebook and Twitter. This is a case where NUMBERS MATTER!
If you believe in the work of the South Carolina Arts Alliance, please support our work with your 100% tax deductible contribution at:
http://www.scartsalliance.net/
"Celebrating 30 Years of Service to the Arts"
Betty Plumb, Executive Director
South Carolina Arts Alliance
P. O. Box 2442
Rock Hill, SC 29732-4442
PH 803-325-2435; FX 803-325-2463
Betty.Plumb@scArtsAlliance.net
Saturday, May 8, 2010
SC Artists Retreat May 15-16
The South Carolina Arts Commission is hosting the 2nd annual statewide Artists Retreat next weekend, May 15 & 16 at Hand Middle School in Columbia, SC. Make sure you register ASAP.
From the SC Arts Commission site:
"You'll have numerous chances to learn about your fellow artists, their interests and current projects. You'll also have time to try your hand at some new artistic endeavors, and together we'll focus on envisioning our future and bringing the vision to life. Sessions will be led in a relaxed atmosphere by artists from South Carolina and beyond.
All this (and lunch each day) for only $45. Attendance is limited, so register today!"
This program is part of the South Carolina Artists Venture Initiative. You can learn more about the retreat and register at their blog here.
The S.C. Artists' Ventures Initiative, a broad-reaching project at the Arts Commission, is dedicated to improving conditions for S.C. artists by helping them develop the knowledge and skills to build satisfying, sustainable careers.
This is an incredible opportunity to connect with artists from across the state, learn more about the SC Arts Commission and the incredible resource they are, and there will even be mini Pecha Kucha's--if you've ever been to Pecha Kucha Night in Charleston or any other city, you already know how awesome they are.
This whole retreat is about helping you as artists grow your art and your careers, looking at the needs of the individual and the community, and how we can work together for the benefit of us all.
So make sure you get signed up for this incredible opportunity immediately. We'll see you in Columbia!
From the SC Arts Commission site:
"You'll have numerous chances to learn about your fellow artists, their interests and current projects. You'll also have time to try your hand at some new artistic endeavors, and together we'll focus on envisioning our future and bringing the vision to life. Sessions will be led in a relaxed atmosphere by artists from South Carolina and beyond.
All this (and lunch each day) for only $45. Attendance is limited, so register today!"
This program is part of the South Carolina Artists Venture Initiative. You can learn more about the retreat and register at their blog here.
The S.C. Artists' Ventures Initiative, a broad-reaching project at the Arts Commission, is dedicated to improving conditions for S.C. artists by helping them develop the knowledge and skills to build satisfying, sustainable careers.
This is an incredible opportunity to connect with artists from across the state, learn more about the SC Arts Commission and the incredible resource they are, and there will even be mini Pecha Kucha's--if you've ever been to Pecha Kucha Night in Charleston or any other city, you already know how awesome they are.
This whole retreat is about helping you as artists grow your art and your careers, looking at the needs of the individual and the community, and how we can work together for the benefit of us all.
So make sure you get signed up for this incredible opportunity immediately. We'll see you in Columbia!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
We Have a Logo!
Big Thanks to Megan Lange, artist, gallery owner and graphic designer extraordinaire. Here is the new Road Show Charleston logo:
Monday, March 29, 2010
Arts agency to hold forum tonight to get community ideas
The S.C. Arts Commission is holding seven public forums around the state, including one tonight in North Charleston, to give state residents a chance to offer input on the agency's 2011-2020 Long-Range Plan. The forums are part of "the 2010 Canvas of the People" (playing off the canvas artists use for painting and the verb "canvass," meaning "to survey").
Tonight's forum will be held from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. at North Charleston City Hall, 2500 City Hall Lane. The program is free and open to anyone who's interested. Those who can't attend but would like to comment on the plan or offer suggestions can fill out an online survey.
For more info, visit the Canvas of the People Web page or contact Milly Hough at (803) 734-8698.
Tonight's forum will be held from 6:45 p.m. to 8 p.m. at North Charleston City Hall, 2500 City Hall Lane. The program is free and open to anyone who's interested. Those who can't attend but would like to comment on the plan or offer suggestions can fill out an online survey.
For more info, visit the Canvas of the People Web page or contact Milly Hough at (803) 734-8698.
Enter The Artist's Magazine 27th Annual Art Competition!
Win cash and see your artwork featured in the pages of The Artist's Magazine. There's more than $25,000 up for grabs in 5 categories. But hurry—the deadline is May 3, 2010. Click here for more information or to enter online!
5 First Place Awards:$2,500 each
5 Second Place Awards:$1,250 each
5 Third Place Awards:$750 each
15 Honorable Mentions:$100 each
Students and beginners: visit artistsmagazine.com to find out how you can participate in a special category just for you!
Compete and win in 5 categories:
Abstract/Experimental • Animal/Wildlife • Landscape/Interior
Portrait/Figure • Still Life/Floral
5 First Place Awards:$2,500 each
5 Second Place Awards:$1,250 each
5 Third Place Awards:$750 each
15 Honorable Mentions:$100 each
Students and beginners: visit artistsmagazine.com to find out how you can participate in a special category just for you!
Compete and win in 5 categories:
Abstract/Experimental • Animal/Wildlife • Landscape/Interior
Portrait/Figure • Still Life/Floral
Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Art Studios for Rent Downtown
So many artists need space. Check out this great opportunity!
Art Studios available for rent downtown- $200/month, with 24 hour access, monthly open studio events and exhibition opportunities. Call Tina 843.709.1279 or Angie 843.693.3482 to schedule a tour!
If you haven’t seen Spark Studios and Gallery lately, plan to attend the next Open Studio on Friday December 18th, 6-9 pm, featuring the work of Danny McSweeney, Amanda Momeier, Angie Brown, Jen Husvar, John Davis, Michael Barnett, and Tina Christophillis. It’s a whole new Spark- the heavy layer of clay dust has been washed away and fresh coats of paint have been applied. And with the addition of five newly constructed studio spaces, Spark doubles its creative population.
Spark Studios and Gallery at 12 Hagood Avenue, reinvents itself. The downtown art space shifts focus from pottery instruction to local art hub. Spark now hosts a hive of working artist studios, an exhibition space for local contemporary artists, and an expanded class curriculum. Spark has been a Charleston mainstay since 2006, serving the creative community with pottery classes led by owner Danny McSweeney. Danny will soon be heading to Mexico to concentrate on his work, handing over the management reins to Angie Brown and Tina Christophillis.
Currently home to several potters, a glassblower, a stone sculptor and a painter, a few studios still remain open for rent- and all media are welcome. Spark hosts monthly Open Studio and Exhibition events, inviting the public to come meet the resident artists and view their work.
Exciting things have been planned for the new Spark Studios and Gallery. Regular exhibitions of local artists will be held in the main gallery in conjunction with the open studio events for the resident artists. Classes will resume in the spring with a broader scope, including drawing and painting.
Art Studios available for rent downtown- $200/month, with 24 hour access, monthly open studio events and exhibition opportunities. Call Tina 843.709.1279 or Angie 843.693.3482 to schedule a tour!
If you haven’t seen Spark Studios and Gallery lately, plan to attend the next Open Studio on Friday December 18th, 6-9 pm, featuring the work of Danny McSweeney, Amanda Momeier, Angie Brown, Jen Husvar, John Davis, Michael Barnett, and Tina Christophillis. It’s a whole new Spark- the heavy layer of clay dust has been washed away and fresh coats of paint have been applied. And with the addition of five newly constructed studio spaces, Spark doubles its creative population.
Spark Studios and Gallery at 12 Hagood Avenue, reinvents itself. The downtown art space shifts focus from pottery instruction to local art hub. Spark now hosts a hive of working artist studios, an exhibition space for local contemporary artists, and an expanded class curriculum. Spark has been a Charleston mainstay since 2006, serving the creative community with pottery classes led by owner Danny McSweeney. Danny will soon be heading to Mexico to concentrate on his work, handing over the management reins to Angie Brown and Tina Christophillis.
Currently home to several potters, a glassblower, a stone sculptor and a painter, a few studios still remain open for rent- and all media are welcome. Spark hosts monthly Open Studio and Exhibition events, inviting the public to come meet the resident artists and view their work.
Exciting things have been planned for the new Spark Studios and Gallery. Regular exhibitions of local artists will be held in the main gallery in conjunction with the open studio events for the resident artists. Classes will resume in the spring with a broader scope, including drawing and painting.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Call for Submissions for Women Painting Women Group Show - Robert Lange Studios
Robert Lange Studios is looking for female painters that paint women for the upcoming “Women Painting Women” Group Show, opening November 5, 2010 as part of the Charleston Fine Art Dealers’ Association’ Charleston Fine Art Annual.
This show will be from 5:30 – 8:30 on Friday, November 5 and is open to the public. The fine art weekend events include exhibits on Friday, plein air demonstrations in Washington Park during the day on Saturday with the Charleston Art Auction to follow Saturday night. The show will be a celebration of contemporary women painters and held at Robert Lange Studios’ 2 Queen Street location. In addition to the weekend events, the Gibbes Museum will be displaying works by prominent women painters, including a collection of paintings by Henrietta Johnson, who in 1707 became America’s first woman artist by painting portraits in Charles Towne’s (now Charleston).
S U B M I S S I O N S
All paintings must be by women of women. Email submissions to info@rlsart.com (subject line Women Painting Women Submission). You do not need to submit the work(s) you would like in the show, you can email a few images of other works and then create something once you know you are participating.
If you are new to our group shows here’s the short of it: Traditional 50/50 split of sales, unless you are exclusively in a gallery whose contract won’t let you participate in group shows unless they receive a portion of the sales, in which case it is a RLS Gallery 30/Gallery 30/Artist 40 split, we cover shipping work back to the artist. You will receive an official show contract once your accepted with more details.
D E A D L I N E S
- Email submissions as soon as you can.
- September 1 National Press Deadline. We must have all participants names and images for advertising. If your piece is not complete that’s ok, it will just not be included in the press kit.
- October 15 Local Press Deadline, Mailers, Email blasts
- All work received by Oct. 27 All pieces must be framed and ready to hang.
- We will be hanging the show on Nov. 1
- Show opens on Nov. 5 (come, drink, have fun!!) and it will come down at the end of the month.
This show will be from 5:30 – 8:30 on Friday, November 5 and is open to the public. The fine art weekend events include exhibits on Friday, plein air demonstrations in Washington Park during the day on Saturday with the Charleston Art Auction to follow Saturday night. The show will be a celebration of contemporary women painters and held at Robert Lange Studios’ 2 Queen Street location. In addition to the weekend events, the Gibbes Museum will be displaying works by prominent women painters, including a collection of paintings by Henrietta Johnson, who in 1707 became America’s first woman artist by painting portraits in Charles Towne’s (now Charleston).
S U B M I S S I O N S
All paintings must be by women of women. Email submissions to info@rlsart.com (subject line Women Painting Women Submission). You do not need to submit the work(s) you would like in the show, you can email a few images of other works and then create something once you know you are participating.
If you are new to our group shows here’s the short of it: Traditional 50/50 split of sales, unless you are exclusively in a gallery whose contract won’t let you participate in group shows unless they receive a portion of the sales, in which case it is a RLS Gallery 30/Gallery 30/Artist 40 split, we cover shipping work back to the artist. You will receive an official show contract once your accepted with more details.
D E A D L I N E S
- Email submissions as soon as you can.
- September 1 National Press Deadline. We must have all participants names and images for advertising. If your piece is not complete that’s ok, it will just not be included in the press kit.
- October 15 Local Press Deadline, Mailers, Email blasts
- All work received by Oct. 27 All pieces must be framed and ready to hang.
- We will be hanging the show on Nov. 1
- Show opens on Nov. 5 (come, drink, have fun!!) and it will come down at the end of the month.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Masters of the Building Arts Festival Dedicated to Restoring Pride in Artisan Trades and Preserving Cultural Heritage, April 15-17
The Masters of Building Arts (MBA) Festival, hosted by the American College of the Building Arts (ACBA), will be held on April 15-17, 2010 in historic downtown Charleston, S.C. The College will roll out the red carpet for master artisans from all over the United States as well as its students and faculty who showcase their skills and artistry of the building arts.
The event kicks off on Thursday, April 15, with a wine and cheese reception and book signing of Ingrid Abramovitch’s new book, Restoring a House in the City. A former magazine editor at House & Garden and Martha Stewart Living, Abramovitch is a journalist who writes about design and architecture. She has contributed to such publications as the New York Times, Elle Decor, Cookie, the Wall Street Journal, and Departures.
The book includes the stories, told in words and photographs, of 21 antique homes in ten cities. The houses range from a Greek Revival townhouse in Charleston to a double-wide brownstone in Troy, NY. ACBA trustee, Harriet McDougal, widow to Wheel of Time author, Robert Jordan, will host the garden party at her historic home located at 129 Tradd Street. Tickets for the book signing are $10 per person.
The signature and most anticipated event of the weekend is Fête des Artisans, a celebration of the exceptional craftsmanship of the College’s faculty and students. Fete des Artisans also pays tribute to the College’s connection with Les Compagnons du Devoir, the world renowned French training school for artisans, and inspiration for ACBA. The exclusive event will take place at the Old Charleston Jail on Friday, April 16, from 7 to 11 p.m. and will feature live music, fine French fare prepared by local chefs, open bar and silent auction. Tickets for this event are $50 per person in advance and $60 at the door. French attire suggested.
The Old Charleston Jail Campus will be buzzing with the activity of outdoor workshops given by accomplished national artisans and ACBA students as well as tours of the property and live music on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the Masters of the Building Arts Festival opens its door to prospective students and general public. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience exquisite craftsmanship and watch the students and faculty working on special projects in their chosen trades of architectural metal, plaster working, masonry, stone carving, timber-framing and carpentry. Free lectures and workshops include a presentation by Ingrid Abramovitch, Sidney Wagner of Eclectic Interior Design Group. This event is open to the public and there is no cost for admission. Food and beverages will be available for sale.
To purchase tickets please call 843-577-5245 or visit our website at www.buildingartscollege.us.
The event kicks off on Thursday, April 15, with a wine and cheese reception and book signing of Ingrid Abramovitch’s new book, Restoring a House in the City. A former magazine editor at House & Garden and Martha Stewart Living, Abramovitch is a journalist who writes about design and architecture. She has contributed to such publications as the New York Times, Elle Decor, Cookie, the Wall Street Journal, and Departures.
The book includes the stories, told in words and photographs, of 21 antique homes in ten cities. The houses range from a Greek Revival townhouse in Charleston to a double-wide brownstone in Troy, NY. ACBA trustee, Harriet McDougal, widow to Wheel of Time author, Robert Jordan, will host the garden party at her historic home located at 129 Tradd Street. Tickets for the book signing are $10 per person.
The signature and most anticipated event of the weekend is Fête des Artisans, a celebration of the exceptional craftsmanship of the College’s faculty and students. Fete des Artisans also pays tribute to the College’s connection with Les Compagnons du Devoir, the world renowned French training school for artisans, and inspiration for ACBA. The exclusive event will take place at the Old Charleston Jail on Friday, April 16, from 7 to 11 p.m. and will feature live music, fine French fare prepared by local chefs, open bar and silent auction. Tickets for this event are $50 per person in advance and $60 at the door. French attire suggested.
The Old Charleston Jail Campus will be buzzing with the activity of outdoor workshops given by accomplished national artisans and ACBA students as well as tours of the property and live music on Saturday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. as the Masters of the Building Arts Festival opens its door to prospective students and general public. Visitors will have the opportunity to experience exquisite craftsmanship and watch the students and faculty working on special projects in their chosen trades of architectural metal, plaster working, masonry, stone carving, timber-framing and carpentry. Free lectures and workshops include a presentation by Ingrid Abramovitch, Sidney Wagner of Eclectic Interior Design Group. This event is open to the public and there is no cost for admission. Food and beverages will be available for sale.
To purchase tickets please call 843-577-5245 or visit our website at www.buildingartscollege.us.
Thursday, March 11, 2010
Charleston Road Show Info
So if you haven't heard about the Charleston Road Show already, you're going to be hearing a lot more. This is a really exciting opportunity for arts organizations and people aged 23-39 years old in Charleston to get to know one another better.
We are currently in the process of taking applications for the participating organizations. There was an orientation session this morning, but if you couldn't make that, don't despair. Please get in touch with me, Stacy Huggins, project coordinator for the Charleston Road Show. You can call me at (843) 364-8333 or email me at charlestonroadshow@hotmail.com. I will be happy to send you a questionnaire and set up a time to talk more with you about it.
We will be publishing more information when the organizations have been chosen, but in the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have! Once we have the organizations chosen, we will begin accepting applications for the participants--the Roadies.
This project is a collaboration of the South Carolina Arts Commission and the Charleston Arts Coalition. Check out the SC Arts Commission webpage about the original program in Columbia. Here is a YouTube video made about the first Road Show.
Interested in learning more about Road Show?
Contact:
Stacy Huggins
(843) 364-8333
charlestonroadshow@hotmail.com
We are currently in the process of taking applications for the participating organizations. There was an orientation session this morning, but if you couldn't make that, don't despair. Please get in touch with me, Stacy Huggins, project coordinator for the Charleston Road Show. You can call me at (843) 364-8333 or email me at charlestonroadshow@hotmail.com. I will be happy to send you a questionnaire and set up a time to talk more with you about it.
We will be publishing more information when the organizations have been chosen, but in the meantime, please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions you may have! Once we have the organizations chosen, we will begin accepting applications for the participants--the Roadies.
This project is a collaboration of the South Carolina Arts Commission and the Charleston Arts Coalition. Check out the SC Arts Commission webpage about the original program in Columbia. Here is a YouTube video made about the first Road Show.
Interested in learning more about Road Show?
Contact:
Stacy Huggins
(843) 364-8333
charlestonroadshow@hotmail.com
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Road Show Orientation Session This Thursday!
All Charleston arts organizations interested in learning more about the upcoming Charleston Road Show are invited to an informational session this Thursday at the City Gallery at Waterfront Park.
The meeting will take place at 11 am with Stacy Huggins, Charleston Road Show Coordinator, and Katie Fox, Program Director for Arts in Education with the South Carolina Arts Commission.
The program, its mission and goals will be explained and a presentation by Katie Fox, coordinator of the Columbia Road Show on which the Charleston edition will be based. Learn more about what the Road Show organizations and participants can expect, and what will be expected of them.
The Charleston Road Show will be an exciting program to develop audience participation among 23-39 year olds in Charleston. Participants will visit local arts organizations, affording them the chance to learn more about the arts & organizations in Charleston and the organizations to reach new audience members & learn from them.
We are looking for arts organizations of all disciplines to participate. This program is administered by the Charleston Arts Coalition.
Please contact Stacy Huggins with any questions at (843) 364-8333. The meeting will last approximately 1 hour.
Charleston Road Show Orientation Session
Thursday, March 11, 2010
11 am at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
34 Prioleau St
Charleston, SC 29401
The meeting will take place at 11 am with Stacy Huggins, Charleston Road Show Coordinator, and Katie Fox, Program Director for Arts in Education with the South Carolina Arts Commission.
The program, its mission and goals will be explained and a presentation by Katie Fox, coordinator of the Columbia Road Show on which the Charleston edition will be based. Learn more about what the Road Show organizations and participants can expect, and what will be expected of them.
The Charleston Road Show will be an exciting program to develop audience participation among 23-39 year olds in Charleston. Participants will visit local arts organizations, affording them the chance to learn more about the arts & organizations in Charleston and the organizations to reach new audience members & learn from them.
We are looking for arts organizations of all disciplines to participate. This program is administered by the Charleston Arts Coalition.
Please contact Stacy Huggins with any questions at (843) 364-8333. The meeting will last approximately 1 hour.
Charleston Road Show Orientation Session
Thursday, March 11, 2010
11 am at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
34 Prioleau St
Charleston, SC 29401
Tuesday, February 23, 2010
American College of the Building Arts is Launching “Sweet Sixteen” Campaign to Raise Money for Scholarships
Do you share a passion for well-made homes and buildings, structures that endure? Do you admire the people who build and maintain them? If you answered “yes” then you may want to learn about the American College of the Building Arts (ACBA): the only college in this country teaching old-world artisan skills at the same time providing a first-rate liberal arts education.
ACBA was established to solve a growing problem in building preservation that became evident in 1989 when Hurricane Hugo swept through Charleston, SC and severely damaged many of the city’s historic structures. Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and the citizens of Charleston sought to restore these buildings to their historic glory by using traditional building methods and materials. It was discovered that in spite of Charleston’s commitment to historic preservation, there were only a few local craftsmen trained and qualified for the task. The lack of master craftsmen is not unique to Charleston, as quality and design and craftsmanship training have been steadily declining throughout the nation.
ACBA is launching its first online marketing campaign, Sweet Sixteen, to increase awareness and support of the College. The goal is to reach 16,000 people within 16 days, while raising a minimum of $160,000 – just 10 bucks a person.
If you choose to support the College with your $10, please pass the Sweet Sixteen message to your network of family, friends, and associates with your appeal for everyone to do the same. . . this rapid multiplication of the Sweet Sixteen message should result in a little from a lot of people and it will make a big difference. The Sweet Sixteen deadline is March 3, 2010.
Tuition for an ACBA student is $19,000. There are many qualified young people across the country who cannot afford it. Each dollar raised helps to recruit more deserving students while it also helps to provide a first-rate liberal arts education.
CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT AN ARTISAN!
ACBA was established to solve a growing problem in building preservation that became evident in 1989 when Hurricane Hugo swept through Charleston, SC and severely damaged many of the city’s historic structures. Mayor Joseph P. Riley, Jr. and the citizens of Charleston sought to restore these buildings to their historic glory by using traditional building methods and materials. It was discovered that in spite of Charleston’s commitment to historic preservation, there were only a few local craftsmen trained and qualified for the task. The lack of master craftsmen is not unique to Charleston, as quality and design and craftsmanship training have been steadily declining throughout the nation.
ACBA is launching its first online marketing campaign, Sweet Sixteen, to increase awareness and support of the College. The goal is to reach 16,000 people within 16 days, while raising a minimum of $160,000 – just 10 bucks a person.
If you choose to support the College with your $10, please pass the Sweet Sixteen message to your network of family, friends, and associates with your appeal for everyone to do the same. . . this rapid multiplication of the Sweet Sixteen message should result in a little from a lot of people and it will make a big difference. The Sweet Sixteen deadline is March 3, 2010.
Tuition for an ACBA student is $19,000. There are many qualified young people across the country who cannot afford it. Each dollar raised helps to recruit more deserving students while it also helps to provide a first-rate liberal arts education.
CLICK HERE TO SUPPORT AN ARTISAN!
Monday, February 22, 2010
SC Arts Commission Forum Coming to Charleston March 29, 2010
Please join the Charleston Arts Coalition at the Open Forum hosted by the South Carolina Arts Commission to contribute your vision for the future of the arts in our state!
North Charleston City Hall, Monday, March 29th 6:45 - 8 pm
From Charleston City Paper:
S.C. Arts Commission seeking public input on the arts
State of the Arts
by Christina Janke
The South Carolina Arts Commission wants to hear from you. They are holding seven forums across the state to get public feedback on the arts.
“We want to have the public say what they value in the arts in their community,” says Communications Director Milly Hough, who describes the forums as a sort of brainstorming session. “We want to hear what they want to see happen, what’s already there that they love ... Different communities bring in different values.”
They’re looking for ideas on what to put into their upcoming long-range plans that will span over the next 10 years, starting in 2011. Hough encourages everyone, not just artists, art educators, or media personnel, to come to these forums so there can be a more widespread idea of what people really want to see happen in the arts.
The first forum will be held at the Columbia Museum of Art on February 22. There will be one coming to the North Charleston City Hall on March 29. For more information, visit southcarolinaarts.com or call Milly Hough at (803) 734-8698.
North Charleston City Hall, Monday, March 29th 6:45 - 8 pm
From Charleston City Paper:
S.C. Arts Commission seeking public input on the arts
State of the Arts
by Christina Janke
The South Carolina Arts Commission wants to hear from you. They are holding seven forums across the state to get public feedback on the arts.
“We want to have the public say what they value in the arts in their community,” says Communications Director Milly Hough, who describes the forums as a sort of brainstorming session. “We want to hear what they want to see happen, what’s already there that they love ... Different communities bring in different values.”
They’re looking for ideas on what to put into their upcoming long-range plans that will span over the next 10 years, starting in 2011. Hough encourages everyone, not just artists, art educators, or media personnel, to come to these forums so there can be a more widespread idea of what people really want to see happen in the arts.
The first forum will be held at the Columbia Museum of Art on February 22. There will be one coming to the North Charleston City Hall on March 29. For more information, visit southcarolinaarts.com or call Milly Hough at (803) 734-8698.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Studio Space Available
Hi Artists and Friends, Please forward this on to anyone you think may be interested. Thanks!
Just wanted to let everybody know about a great new opportunity for studio space located downtown just off the crosstown at 656 King Street. Nic Roberts and his partner Lane are looking for artists to inhabit about 10 private studios and 10 communal studio memberships that are currently being laid out to fill a warehouse space on King Street next to the Center for Photography. Is you studio space too small, are you overpaying for it, or is it taking up too much room in your house? This is a great opportunity to become part of a community of artists in Charleston who want a space to work and to share their cool craft capabilities with others. The space, tentatively called Tivoli Studios, will be a center for exhibiting awesome artistic creations and abilities, as well as a place for a non-profit venture to introduce disadvantaged kids to the world of working as an artist. Participate as much or as little as you like, but to have a private studio or be a member of the communal one, you gotta be a believer. Green conscious, and progressive, and boasting an interior inspired by botanical gardens, this space will be used to host events of all kinds and is a great opportunity to get your product or art more foot traffic and interest than it might otherwise get. Once these studios go up, it will take no time at all for them to go like hot cakes. There will also be a second location for heavy duty, loud and messy arts! Reserve your studio today and be in business by the time the market starts back up! And they are affordable!!!!! Anyone who gets to be a part of Nic and Lane's vision will be lucky to call 656 King Street the home of their creative inspirations! Please contact Nic Roberts at 843-367-2524 or email him at nicrobertsusa@yahoo.com for more information.
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Libby Ganong
Add Libb Designs
1A Wesson Ave
Charleston, SC, 29403
843.469.9123
www.addlibbdesigns.com
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Libby Ganong
Add Libb Designs
1A Wesson Ave
Charleston, SC, 29403
843.469.9123
www.addlibbdesigns.com
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Charleston County Schools music students to perform in concert with world-renowned electric violinist Mark Wood!
International recording artist Mark Wood, one of the original members of the multiplatinum selling Trans-Siberian Orchestra and creator of the revolutionary Viper electric violin, is working to inspire young string players with “Electrify Your Strings,” his groundbreaking music education program. He and his band, the Mark Wood Experience, will perform in concert with music students from many Charleston County Schools on Friday, March 19th at 7:00.
Mark Wood is the owner and operator of Wood Violins, one of the largest electric violin manufacturing companies in the world. He studied under Maestro Leonard Bernstein, and is a Juilliard-trained violinist and Emmy-winning composer who has done string arrangements for Celine Dion and others. In addition to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, he has worked with Lenny Kravitz, Billy Joel, Everclear, and many others. The Mark Wood Experience includes other members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
Mark will be performing with the students on his handcrafted 7-string fretted electric Viper violin. This exciting event will transform the student musicians into a full-fledged Rock Orchestra! The audience will be entertained by Mark’s original material, as well as his exciting arrangements of music by Led Zeppelin, Cream, The Beatles, and more.
As part of this year’s “Electrify Your Strings” tour, Mark has been spending much of his time performing at schools all across the country, and has worked with orchestra directors to create more than 50 student rock orchestras. His music programs build on the strong foundation in classical music provided by the music teachers at each school he works with, creating a partnership with educators to create a learning experience for music students that can grow and evolve from year to year.
To prepare for this concert, Mark will be spending several days during the week leading up to the concert visiting schools all over Charleston County, performing for and rehearsing with students. The end of the week will include a full two-day workshop with the entire band. In these workshops, students learn improvisation, composition, and personal expression on their violins, violas, cellos and basses.
Utilizing Mark’s music arrangements that were sent to the district prior to this
visit, the music students will perform in a live concert, open to the public:
Friday, March 19 at 7:00PM
North Charleston Performing Arts Center
5001 Coliseum Dr
North Charleston, SC 29418
Tickets are $20 (plus applicable fees) and can be purchased in advance at the coliseum ticket window, charged by phone at 1.800.745.3000, or purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com.
For more information on “Electrify Your Strings,” please visit www.electrifyyourstrings.com.
To find out more about Mark Wood, please visit www.markwoodmusic.com.
The Viper electric violin is one of several electric instruments manufactured by Mark’s company Wood Violins – check them out at www.woodviolins.com.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. Here is a link: CHARLESTON ALL STAR ROCK ORCHESTRA.
PLEASE consider sponsoring this event or connecting us with someone who would really value this kind of exposure to Fine Arts students and their families!
We welcome sponsors at all levels as well as artists, parents, students, fellow musicians, and Mark Wood fans to join us for an evening that will be "Electric"! Please have anyone you know that is interested in sponsoring this amazing event, please contact Zoe Roff at 937-6586.
Mark Wood is the owner and operator of Wood Violins, one of the largest electric violin manufacturing companies in the world. He studied under Maestro Leonard Bernstein, and is a Juilliard-trained violinist and Emmy-winning composer who has done string arrangements for Celine Dion and others. In addition to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, he has worked with Lenny Kravitz, Billy Joel, Everclear, and many others. The Mark Wood Experience includes other members of Trans-Siberian Orchestra.
Mark will be performing with the students on his handcrafted 7-string fretted electric Viper violin. This exciting event will transform the student musicians into a full-fledged Rock Orchestra! The audience will be entertained by Mark’s original material, as well as his exciting arrangements of music by Led Zeppelin, Cream, The Beatles, and more.
As part of this year’s “Electrify Your Strings” tour, Mark has been spending much of his time performing at schools all across the country, and has worked with orchestra directors to create more than 50 student rock orchestras. His music programs build on the strong foundation in classical music provided by the music teachers at each school he works with, creating a partnership with educators to create a learning experience for music students that can grow and evolve from year to year.
To prepare for this concert, Mark will be spending several days during the week leading up to the concert visiting schools all over Charleston County, performing for and rehearsing with students. The end of the week will include a full two-day workshop with the entire band. In these workshops, students learn improvisation, composition, and personal expression on their violins, violas, cellos and basses.
Utilizing Mark’s music arrangements that were sent to the district prior to this
visit, the music students will perform in a live concert, open to the public:
Friday, March 19 at 7:00PM
North Charleston Performing Arts Center
5001 Coliseum Dr
North Charleston, SC 29418
Tickets are $20 (plus applicable fees) and can be purchased in advance at the coliseum ticket window, charged by phone at 1.800.745.3000, or purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com.
For more information on “Electrify Your Strings,” please visit www.electrifyyourstrings.com.
To find out more about Mark Wood, please visit www.markwoodmusic.com.
The Viper electric violin is one of several electric instruments manufactured by Mark’s company Wood Violins – check them out at www.woodviolins.com.
Tickets are available through Ticketmaster. Here is a link: CHARLESTON ALL STAR ROCK ORCHESTRA.
PLEASE consider sponsoring this event or connecting us with someone who would really value this kind of exposure to Fine Arts students and their families!
We welcome sponsors at all levels as well as artists, parents, students, fellow musicians, and Mark Wood fans to join us for an evening that will be "Electric"! Please have anyone you know that is interested in sponsoring this amazing event, please contact Zoe Roff at 937-6586.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Charleston Scene debuts March 11, 2010!!
Take 2 very worthwhile minutes of your time to learn about the new incarnation of Preview Magazine that will the the all-color, expanded, ultra-fabulous CHARLESTON SCENE!
Charleston Scene magazine promo number 1 from charleston scene on Vimeo.
"Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative 50 State Tour" in Charleston
Tuesday, February 23rd at 9 am, Michael Kaiser, President of the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts will visit Charleston, SC on his 50 state tour. This is a not to be missed opportunity for arts organizations and administrators across the country!
The "Arts in Crisis Tour" provides an opportunity for representatives of arts and cultural organizations to participate in two important tasks: engage in conversation with Michael Kaiser, one of the most respected arts leaders in the U.S., and execute the important lessons he has learned through past experiences. During the event, attendees will gain first-hand information and practical advice that is of particular interest to arts organizations seeking a new direction in order to survive or, at the least, remain sustainable.
Michael Kaiser has successfully restructured, reinvented and revitalized numerous well-known arts organizations by aggressively thinking outside of the proverbial box. His actions have successfully turned-around organizations on the brink of failure through the use of ten simple steps. Mr. Kaiser is the author of The Art of the Turnaround and initiated the "Arts in Crisis" program.
If your organization has experienced a decline in revenue, reduction in charitable contributions, decreased attendance, or all of the aforementioned, the information presented in the following programs will be extremely useful as you prepare for the challenge of a drastically different future. These programs will especially be helpful for members of non-profit boards.
EVENTS:
Book discussion and review
Saturday, February 13th, 2pm at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Admission is free; RSVP at (843) 958-6484
Michael Kaiser's book The Art of the Turnaround is available for purchase at Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King Street.
Discussion with Michael Kaiser
Tuesday, February 23rd, 8:30 am Registration/Coffee; 9-11 am Discussion
College of Charleston's Simons Center for the Arts, Recital Hall, 54 St Philip St
Admission is free; Advance reservations required; call The Charleston Concert Association at (843) 727-1216 or email CCAGrants@aol.coom
Networking Lunch
Tuesday, February 23rd, 12-1:30pm at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Admission is free to attendees of the discussion; RSVP at (843) 958-6484
Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative is hosted in Charleston by the Charleston Concert Association in partnership with the South Carolina Arts Commission, the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, and College of Charleston School of the Arts
The "Arts in Crisis Tour" provides an opportunity for representatives of arts and cultural organizations to participate in two important tasks: engage in conversation with Michael Kaiser, one of the most respected arts leaders in the U.S., and execute the important lessons he has learned through past experiences. During the event, attendees will gain first-hand information and practical advice that is of particular interest to arts organizations seeking a new direction in order to survive or, at the least, remain sustainable.
Michael Kaiser has successfully restructured, reinvented and revitalized numerous well-known arts organizations by aggressively thinking outside of the proverbial box. His actions have successfully turned-around organizations on the brink of failure through the use of ten simple steps. Mr. Kaiser is the author of The Art of the Turnaround and initiated the "Arts in Crisis" program.
If your organization has experienced a decline in revenue, reduction in charitable contributions, decreased attendance, or all of the aforementioned, the information presented in the following programs will be extremely useful as you prepare for the challenge of a drastically different future. These programs will especially be helpful for members of non-profit boards.
EVENTS:
Book discussion and review
Saturday, February 13th, 2pm at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Admission is free; RSVP at (843) 958-6484
Michael Kaiser's book The Art of the Turnaround is available for purchase at Blue Bicycle Books, 420 King Street.
Discussion with Michael Kaiser
Tuesday, February 23rd, 8:30 am Registration/Coffee; 9-11 am Discussion
College of Charleston's Simons Center for the Arts, Recital Hall, 54 St Philip St
Admission is free; Advance reservations required; call The Charleston Concert Association at (843) 727-1216 or email CCAGrants@aol.coom
Networking Lunch
Tuesday, February 23rd, 12-1:30pm at City Gallery at Waterfront Park
Admission is free to attendees of the discussion; RSVP at (843) 958-6484
Arts in Crisis: A Kennedy Center Initiative is hosted in Charleston by the Charleston Concert Association in partnership with the South Carolina Arts Commission, the City of Charleston Office of Cultural Affairs, and College of Charleston School of the Arts
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Iaconfano's Restaurant Looking for Artists Interested in Showing their Works
Iacofano's Italian Bistro & Bar on Coleman Blvd. in Mt. Pleasant is looking for artists that would like to have an art show at the restaurant possibly paired with wine and tapas. They have a jazz night starting on the 3rd Thursday in February and that may be a good match. If you know of any interested artists they can email John Iacofano john@iacofanos.com or the event coordinator Matt Rabon at mrabon@iacofanos.com.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
How Much Is that Doggy in the Wondow?
WALK Gallery, LLC is excited to tell you about our newest collaboration with Charleston Animal Society (CAS) on an art show titled, How Much is that Doggy in the Window?
Our hope is that you will donate a work of art for this show to benefit CAS. What does not sell will be entered into the 2010 A Furry Affair, CAS's annual fundraiser, in June. To donate your work please email us at entry@walkgallery.org for details. All artwork will need to be dropped off by Feb 5, 2010 ready to hang. Allison Bolduc will be accepting artwork at the CAS facility off of Remount Road, and a downtown drop off location will be announced later through email.
The artwork needs to be related to animals. 2d work is preferred, but if you have a 3d piece you're interested in donating please send a picture of it. Please fill out the attached donation form and bring it with your art donation when you drop it off. The artwork will be in the Millennium Building windows on the corner of King and Calhoun and at 501 King Street.
Download: Donation Form
This is a great opportunity to get your work seen, and its for a great cause. The works will be up through Southeastern Wildlife Expo (SEWE), where potentially tens of thousands of people will see it. The work will be up through February.
If you have any questions please email Christina Bailey at entry@walkgallery.org
Thank you for all your support toward bringing an awareness to the public about CAS, and the services they provide for our furry friends.
Sincerely,
WALK Gallery Volunteers
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Jurried Art Show NYC March 13-28, 2010
BWAC Juried Art Show
Call to Artists for Submissions
Deadline for submissions: January 11, 2010 (or Late entry deadline: January 25, 2010)
Gallery show dates: March 13th-28th, 2010 Weekends 1-6 PM
Opening Reception: Saturday March 13th, 2010 1-6 PM
Jurors:
Anne Strauss - Associate Curator, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Nicholas Baume - Director & Chief Curator, Public Art Fund, NYC
Mark Hughes - Director, Galleria Lelong, Chelsea, NYC
Bill Murphy - Associate Professor & Gallery Director, Printmaker & Painter, Wagner College, NYC
Awards
Best of Show: $1,000. The artist whose work is juried as ‘BEST of SHOW’ will receive a $1,000 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
PEOPLES’ CHOICE: $500. The artist whose work is voted ‘Best’ by attendees at the Show opening will receive a $500 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
CURATORS’ CHOICE: $250. The artist whose work the Show Curators, (Anna Annus Hagen, Joseph Anastasi, Fritz (Steven) Weiss and Bill Murphy) choose for excellence will receive a $250 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
CERTIFICATES Certificates will be awarded in the following categories: Best Oil Painting, Best Acrylic Painting, Best Watercolor Painting, Best Photograph in Traditional, Best Photograph in Digital formats, Best Mixed Media, Best Assemblage or Installation, Best in Classical Pastel/Drawing/Print/Graphic media, Best in Computer-aided Drawing/Print/Graphic media and Best Sculpture.
Show Details
THEME: "Wide open spaces… arms wide open… eyes wide open… Just feel all the possibilities of knowledge and freedom and love. But as with all things, there is the inevitable opposite. Wide open to attack… wide open to a lawsuit… wide open to corruption… wide open to failure…What kind of phantasy phrase is this? What does it really indicate? This juried show looks to explore this idea of “wide open”, in all the hidden niches of our collective psyche."
ELIGIBILITY: This call for submission is open to all residents of the U.S. and its Territories 18 years of age or older. This is a juried exhibition for artists working in all traditional and non-traditional 2D and 3D media, except for film/video. All artwork must be original in concept, design and execution. Note: Crafts, kit work or reproductions after original works in other media (such as giclees), unless used as part of a mixed media work, will not be considered.
Oversize Work, Assemblages and Installations are welcome at the discretion of BWAC, but must meet all other specifications and be delivered, installed and removed by the artist (or their agent).
JUDGING: Final judging will be on site. Jurors may reject entries that differ significantly from their digital images. Decision of the judges is final.
SUBMISSIONS AND FEES:
Only original works may be submitted. They must be in a .jpg file format. No slides, photographs or DVDs. CD’s will be accepted when application is submitted by mail.
Early Bird Submissions (through January 11): $45.00 for up to three (3) images, plus $8.00 for each additional image.
Submissions between January 12 and January 25: $65 for up to three (3) images, $10.00 for each additional image.
All entry fees are non-refundable
BWAC prefers an Online Entry, mailed CD entries are charged an extra $10 uploading fee. All entry fees are non-refundable.
Cost of Entry is $45.00 for up to three (3) images ($55.00 if mailed) plus $25.00 for up to three (3) additional images. All entries must be registered/received by midnight, January 11, 2010. Late entries will be accepted between January 12 and midnight January 25, 2010, at an additional flat fee of $20.00.
Click here for directions for online submission:
https://www.wideopenartshow.org/home
Call to Artists for Submissions
Deadline for submissions: January 11, 2010 (or Late entry deadline: January 25, 2010)
Gallery show dates: March 13th-28th, 2010 Weekends 1-6 PM
Opening Reception: Saturday March 13th, 2010 1-6 PM
Jurors:
Anne Strauss - Associate Curator, Metropolitan Museum of Art, NYC
Nicholas Baume - Director & Chief Curator, Public Art Fund, NYC
Mark Hughes - Director, Galleria Lelong, Chelsea, NYC
Bill Murphy - Associate Professor & Gallery Director, Printmaker & Painter, Wagner College, NYC
Awards
Best of Show: $1,000. The artist whose work is juried as ‘BEST of SHOW’ will receive a $1,000 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
PEOPLES’ CHOICE: $500. The artist whose work is voted ‘Best’ by attendees at the Show opening will receive a $500 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
CURATORS’ CHOICE: $250. The artist whose work the Show Curators, (Anna Annus Hagen, Joseph Anastasi, Fritz (Steven) Weiss and Bill Murphy) choose for excellence will receive a $250 cash prize and a complimentary one-year BWAC membership.
CERTIFICATES Certificates will be awarded in the following categories: Best Oil Painting, Best Acrylic Painting, Best Watercolor Painting, Best Photograph in Traditional, Best Photograph in Digital formats, Best Mixed Media, Best Assemblage or Installation, Best in Classical Pastel/Drawing/Print/Graphic media, Best in Computer-aided Drawing/Print/Graphic media and Best Sculpture.
Show Details
THEME: "Wide open spaces… arms wide open… eyes wide open… Just feel all the possibilities of knowledge and freedom and love. But as with all things, there is the inevitable opposite. Wide open to attack… wide open to a lawsuit… wide open to corruption… wide open to failure…What kind of phantasy phrase is this? What does it really indicate? This juried show looks to explore this idea of “wide open”, in all the hidden niches of our collective psyche."
ELIGIBILITY: This call for submission is open to all residents of the U.S. and its Territories 18 years of age or older. This is a juried exhibition for artists working in all traditional and non-traditional 2D and 3D media, except for film/video. All artwork must be original in concept, design and execution. Note: Crafts, kit work or reproductions after original works in other media (such as giclees), unless used as part of a mixed media work, will not be considered.
Oversize Work, Assemblages and Installations are welcome at the discretion of BWAC, but must meet all other specifications and be delivered, installed and removed by the artist (or their agent).
JUDGING: Final judging will be on site. Jurors may reject entries that differ significantly from their digital images. Decision of the judges is final.
SUBMISSIONS AND FEES:
Only original works may be submitted. They must be in a .jpg file format. No slides, photographs or DVDs. CD’s will be accepted when application is submitted by mail.
Early Bird Submissions (through January 11): $45.00 for up to three (3) images, plus $8.00 for each additional image.
Submissions between January 12 and January 25: $65 for up to three (3) images, $10.00 for each additional image.
All entry fees are non-refundable
BWAC prefers an Online Entry, mailed CD entries are charged an extra $10 uploading fee. All entry fees are non-refundable.
Cost of Entry is $45.00 for up to three (3) images ($55.00 if mailed) plus $25.00 for up to three (3) additional images. All entries must be registered/received by midnight, January 11, 2010. Late entries will be accepted between January 12 and midnight January 25, 2010, at an additional flat fee of $20.00.
Click here for directions for online submission:
https://www.wideopenartshow.org/home
Monday, January 11, 2010
Pecha Kucha Charleston Vol. 5 Set for Jan. 21
Volume 5's coming to a location near you.
January Blahs will be banished on January 21 at Charleston’s first Pecha Kucha event of 2010. Volume 5 of the popular forum for creatives from diverse industries and backgrounds will be presented at a downtown Charleston location which will be revealed three days prior to the event.
You can purchase your tickets by following this link.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
CITADEL - CALL FOR ENTRIES
CALL FOR ENTRIES
The Citadel’s School of Humanities and Social Sciences invites emerging and established South Carolina artists to enter an exhibition that will be juried by the cadets of Professor Tiffany Silverman’s art history class. On view in the lobby of the main academic building, Capers Hall, the exhibition will open on Friday, March 5th and run through Wednesday, April 21st. All types of 2-D media and techniques are encouraged, including painting, printmaking, multimedia, and photography.
To enter, please submit up to 3 JPEG images of 2-D works no larger than 24” x 24“ (including frame) along with a CV and a statement about your artistic influences and creation process to Tiffany Silverman at tiffany.silverman@citadel.edu by February 1, 2010.
Monday, December 28, 2009
Footlight Players: Footlight looking for designers for our new Fashion Fundraiser!
CAN YOU DESIGN A DRESS, THEN MAKE IT? IF “SEW,” HERE IS AN OFFER TOO GOOD TO REFUSE!
Whether you are an emerging designer with hopes of being the next Runway star or someone of any age or background who has been sewing her/his whole life and loving it, here is your chance to:
Showcase your talent, Earn some $$$
Help The Footlight Players
…all at the same time!
The Footlight Players and The Hat Ladies are in high fashion once again, in conjunction with the play, Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. Here is how the fundraiser works:
*You design a dress. It could be one to wear to the store, the finest restaurant, the theater, the prom, a wedding, etc. It could be for an adult or for a child.
*You determine the cost of YOUR dress.
*You determine what percentage of your sale price you will donate to The Footlight Players (Ex: Dress price =$150, donate 30% to Footlight then you get $105 and Footlight gets $45 per dress).
*Your dress will hang in the Lobby of The Theater for the entire run of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. (March 11-28, 2010). During this time, 5 patrons will have the opportunity to buy your dress.
*You then make five dresses of this design, custom fitting it for each buyer.
All participants receive these additional perks:
2 complimentary tickets to a private performance of the play, Thursday, March 11, 2010
Your name in the playbill
Your name on a poster in the Lobby
Your name and contact information next to your dress
The chance for your dress to be chosen to appear on the TV show, Lowcountry Live, during opening week of the play.
That is right! Your unique design may be seen walking down the street, going out on the town on 5 different women. It will be admired by hundreds of theatre attendees as well as tourists here for Charleston Fashion Week, which runs concurrently.
HOW TO APPLY
Initial application includes: Name, address, phone number, email, and brief description of your passion for fashion; due JANUARY 15, 2010
Sketch of your dress due February 3 , 2010
Finished dress due: FEBRUARY 24, 2010
ALL MATERIALS ARE TO BE MAILED/DELIVERED BY THESE DEADLINES TO:
FOOTLIGHT PLAYERS
ATTENTION: FASHION
20 QUEEN STREET
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CALL (843) 722-7521 or e-mail info@footlightplayers.net
Whether you are an emerging designer with hopes of being the next Runway star or someone of any age or background who has been sewing her/his whole life and loving it, here is your chance to:
Showcase your talent, Earn some $$$
Help The Footlight Players
…all at the same time!
The Footlight Players and The Hat Ladies are in high fashion once again, in conjunction with the play, Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. Here is how the fundraiser works:
*You design a dress. It could be one to wear to the store, the finest restaurant, the theater, the prom, a wedding, etc. It could be for an adult or for a child.
*You determine the cost of YOUR dress.
*You determine what percentage of your sale price you will donate to The Footlight Players (Ex: Dress price =$150, donate 30% to Footlight then you get $105 and Footlight gets $45 per dress).
*Your dress will hang in the Lobby of The Theater for the entire run of Five Women Wearing the Same Dress. (March 11-28, 2010). During this time, 5 patrons will have the opportunity to buy your dress.
*You then make five dresses of this design, custom fitting it for each buyer.
All participants receive these additional perks:
2 complimentary tickets to a private performance of the play, Thursday, March 11, 2010
Your name in the playbill
Your name on a poster in the Lobby
Your name and contact information next to your dress
The chance for your dress to be chosen to appear on the TV show, Lowcountry Live, during opening week of the play.
That is right! Your unique design may be seen walking down the street, going out on the town on 5 different women. It will be admired by hundreds of theatre attendees as well as tourists here for Charleston Fashion Week, which runs concurrently.
HOW TO APPLY
Initial application includes: Name, address, phone number, email, and brief description of your passion for fashion; due JANUARY 15, 2010
Sketch of your dress due February 3 , 2010
Finished dress due: FEBRUARY 24, 2010
ALL MATERIALS ARE TO BE MAILED/DELIVERED BY THESE DEADLINES TO:
FOOTLIGHT PLAYERS
ATTENTION: FASHION
20 QUEEN STREET
CHARLESTON, SC 29401
QUESTIONS? PLEASE CALL (843) 722-7521 or e-mail info@footlightplayers.net
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Jeffrey Day on Crowded Calendars & Much Needed Conversations
I frequently read the arts blog Carolina Culture by Jeffrey Day who has been reporting on the arts in Columbia, and across the state of South Carolina, for some 20 years. This morning I came across this posting, which echos many of the frustrations, ideas and passions of the Charleston arts community. One of the goals of the Charleston Arts Coalition is to help coalesce all the exciting events happening in our community, for the betterment of all. Charleston Culture was born from the need for a comprehensive, all-inclusive calendar of the many events going on in the Holy City. Please make sure you are utilizing this amazing, totally free & fantastic tool to help promote yourself, your art, your causes.
And check out Jeffrey's blog too!
From Carolina Culture by Jeffrey Day:
When will artists and arts groups start talking to one another?
At the end of my rope a few weeks ago I wrote on Facebook: Why the hell is everything going on at the same time?! (Actually I wrote: I've only been covering the arts in Columbia for 20 years, so maybe I just need a little more time to figure this out: why does everyone schedule everything at the same time on the same day?)
Several people pointed out that this is the sign of a healthy arts environment.
I agree to a point, but we have a small arts audience that’s already fragmented. Instead of it getting more broken up and losing the little clout it has, I’d like to more coming together.
A few recent examples of too much at once:
A panel discussion about the State Art Collection and a reception for a show drawn from that collection as well as two art shows on Main Street. I had to miss the chamber music concert that night.
Another evening included an artists’ panel, an art show opening, a poetry reading and another opening.
Then there was the Friday and Saturday of an opera, a dance performance and a play - something that couldn’t actually be done.
There’s a good, or maybe bad, case study Thursday.
That evening Main Street will be awash with seven art shows and some music and dance. At the same time Compass 5 in Cayce opens an art show and one more is happening at if Art Gallery. The Midlands Clay Art Society is holding an event at Gallery 80808/Vista Studios too. There’s even an overlap in the artists showing at Frame of Mind on Main and Compass 5. And yesterday (Monday) I learned there's another art and design event, this one through the Columbia Design League, going on at the same time as well.
Why doesn't everyone just stand in a circle with guns drawn like at the end of "Reservoir Dogs"?
Some people will make it to more than one of these places, but with all that Main Street activity, I doubt there will be many. I also truly doubt those who start on Main Street will ever make it over the river and down State Street or vice versa. I haven’t yet figured out how I’m going to do it - and I want to. (One should keep in mind that these are art shows so you can see them some other time, but I know how that goes.)
The time is past for arts groups, art businesses and artists to start talking to one another and coordinating events for everyone’s benefits. We’re never going to avoid all scheduling conflicts, but we can do better.
(One thing that came up on the Facebook discussion was the need for a comprehensive calendar, but I don’t know anyone who has the time, money or inclination to take this on and artists and arts groups don’t submit information to the calendars the already exist.)
Let’s start with something manageable.
How about staggering activities and have each venue let visitors know what’s going on at other places the same night? That would turn a crowded calendar into something positive.
Looking long-range, how about a gallery association like those in other cities?
“Too much going on at once” is mostly my problem; it’s my job to go to as much as I can and I get pretty obsessive about it. Call me idealistic, but I want to see you at everything too.
(Look for more commentary in the coming weeks about this and related issues such as cross-discipline programming and the shortcomings of social networking sites in spreading the word. And please share your ideas in the comments section below.)
at 1:46 AM Posted by Carolina Culture by Jeffrey Day 20 comments
And check out Jeffrey's blog too!
From Carolina Culture by Jeffrey Day:
When will artists and arts groups start talking to one another?
At the end of my rope a few weeks ago I wrote on Facebook: Why the hell is everything going on at the same time?! (Actually I wrote: I've only been covering the arts in Columbia for 20 years, so maybe I just need a little more time to figure this out: why does everyone schedule everything at the same time on the same day?)
Several people pointed out that this is the sign of a healthy arts environment.
I agree to a point, but we have a small arts audience that’s already fragmented. Instead of it getting more broken up and losing the little clout it has, I’d like to more coming together.
A few recent examples of too much at once:
A panel discussion about the State Art Collection and a reception for a show drawn from that collection as well as two art shows on Main Street. I had to miss the chamber music concert that night.
Another evening included an artists’ panel, an art show opening, a poetry reading and another opening.
Then there was the Friday and Saturday of an opera, a dance performance and a play - something that couldn’t actually be done.
There’s a good, or maybe bad, case study Thursday.
That evening Main Street will be awash with seven art shows and some music and dance. At the same time Compass 5 in Cayce opens an art show and one more is happening at if Art Gallery. The Midlands Clay Art Society is holding an event at Gallery 80808/Vista Studios too. There’s even an overlap in the artists showing at Frame of Mind on Main and Compass 5. And yesterday (Monday) I learned there's another art and design event, this one through the Columbia Design League, going on at the same time as well.
Why doesn't everyone just stand in a circle with guns drawn like at the end of "Reservoir Dogs"?
Some people will make it to more than one of these places, but with all that Main Street activity, I doubt there will be many. I also truly doubt those who start on Main Street will ever make it over the river and down State Street or vice versa. I haven’t yet figured out how I’m going to do it - and I want to. (One should keep in mind that these are art shows so you can see them some other time, but I know how that goes.)
The time is past for arts groups, art businesses and artists to start talking to one another and coordinating events for everyone’s benefits. We’re never going to avoid all scheduling conflicts, but we can do better.
(One thing that came up on the Facebook discussion was the need for a comprehensive calendar, but I don’t know anyone who has the time, money or inclination to take this on and artists and arts groups don’t submit information to the calendars the already exist.)
Let’s start with something manageable.
How about staggering activities and have each venue let visitors know what’s going on at other places the same night? That would turn a crowded calendar into something positive.
Looking long-range, how about a gallery association like those in other cities?
“Too much going on at once” is mostly my problem; it’s my job to go to as much as I can and I get pretty obsessive about it. Call me idealistic, but I want to see you at everything too.
(Look for more commentary in the coming weeks about this and related issues such as cross-discipline programming and the shortcomings of social networking sites in spreading the word. And please share your ideas in the comments section below.)
at 1:46 AM Posted by Carolina Culture by Jeffrey Day 20 comments
Monday, December 7, 2009
Creative Charleston Survey for New Carolina/Parliament
Hello Creative Charleston!
New Carolina/Parliament (the people that brig you Pecha Kucha Night Charleston) and Charleston Regional Development Alliance are asking your help with a study being conducted on the ways in which the arts contribute to the economy of the Charleston Region. We are asking all artists, musicians, and craftspeople in the region to fill out a short online survey about the “business” side of your artistic endeavor. We want to know more about the kind of art you practice and how your important work helps our region’s economy. Too often the arts and creativity are left out of economic development plans—this is your chance to help us document and demonstrate the importance of the arts in the Charleston region.
We want to stress that all your responses will be kept confidential and if there are any questions that you would rather not answer, then you can skip those. We don’t ask for your name with the exception of asking if you would be willing to be contacted for any follow-up interviews. You are under no obligation to leave your name, however.
The survey can be accessed at http://tinyurl.com/charlestonart. It will take you no more than 15-20 minutes to complete. We encourage you to complete the survey at your earliest convenience and please forward this email to any fellow friends in the creative economy.
We are so grateful for your assistance. Your participation is critical. Remember the survey can be found at http://tinyurl.com/charlestonart.
Thank you,
Beth Meredith
New Carolina/Parliament (the people that brig you Pecha Kucha Night Charleston) and Charleston Regional Development Alliance are asking your help with a study being conducted on the ways in which the arts contribute to the economy of the Charleston Region. We are asking all artists, musicians, and craftspeople in the region to fill out a short online survey about the “business” side of your artistic endeavor. We want to know more about the kind of art you practice and how your important work helps our region’s economy. Too often the arts and creativity are left out of economic development plans—this is your chance to help us document and demonstrate the importance of the arts in the Charleston region.
We want to stress that all your responses will be kept confidential and if there are any questions that you would rather not answer, then you can skip those. We don’t ask for your name with the exception of asking if you would be willing to be contacted for any follow-up interviews. You are under no obligation to leave your name, however.
The survey can be accessed at http://tinyurl.com/charlestonart. It will take you no more than 15-20 minutes to complete. We encourage you to complete the survey at your earliest convenience and please forward this email to any fellow friends in the creative economy.
We are so grateful for your assistance. Your participation is critical. Remember the survey can be found at http://tinyurl.com/charlestonart.
Thank you,
Beth Meredith
Saturday, November 28, 2009
WALK: Call for Entries
Download: Entry FormA little about Juxtaposition:12 poets and 12 artists will be selected by jury to participate inJuxtaposition: artists respond to poets and poets respond to artists. Poets will use the Japanese poetry form of a Haiku in response to a work of art, or an artist will respond to the poets
Haiku. Any form of 2Dimensional artwork will be accepted.The exhibition is scheduled for March 5 – April 30, 2010. An opening reception will be announced closer to the exhibition dates.
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