Posts Tagged ‘Public Art’
Remember the call to artists from the Democratic Party’s crusade to find an artist to design a new poster for the Dem’s 2012 convention in North Carolina? Well, local artists now have the chance to compete to have their art featured on 500 + reusable bags here in Jackson Hole.
Jackson Community Recycling (JCR) is launching its 6th Annual Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (RRR) Campaign, an effort to reduce plastic shopping bag use; a second purpose is served as the bags will become public art…mobile public art.
A Calder stabile would be nice!
If you’re as talented at Calder, as light on your feet and imaginative, you might be the artist whose work the Board of the Teton County Library chooses to create and install a site-specific work for the new library lobby. Qualifications are due February 15, 2012. Many will apply; three finalists will be chosen to study the site, engage in an interview process, and the winner will granted $65,000 to design and complete their work. The winning artist, library and public should see the final results by November, 2012.
“Artwork for the entryway will be intellectually stimulating—like a good book—and invite various levels of understanding on the part of the many different patrons,” says the library.
Artists interested in submitting proposals can visit the Western States Arts Federation CAFÉ site, at www.callforentry.org.
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The Art Association has added a new Membership Benefit. With your new membership or annual renewal you will receive a punch card for 5 free open studio sessions. These can be used for “figure night,” a day in the clay studio, or a day in the digital lab. More details can be found here: http://www.artassociation.org/education/painting_drawing/w12-NewMemberBenefit.html
To wind up the year, I asked members of Jackson’s arts community to share their thoughts about “artful” things they are thankful for this year. And share they did.
I am grateful for Jackson’s arts continuing growth as a whole. I truly believe that of all Jackson’s economic sectors, it is the arts that have risen to the challenge of these economic times, continually re-inventing what “art” means and includes in Jackson Hole. I am grateful for everyone’s spirit. I am grateful for the wonderful visitation this blog enjoys, and I will work to see that its value continues to grow. I am grateful for the success of Fall Arts Festival, for every chance I get to write about and for the arts. I am grateful for your thanks, trust and contributions. I am grateful for the advice and perspective of friends, and for all that I’ve learned. I am deeply grateful to have had the opportunity to connect, on a deeper level, with Grand Teton National Park through my role as public relations rep for its “Artists in the Environment” series. Those summer days in the Park with the artists, experiencing GTNP’s matchless beauty and wildlife, and seeing so many come to enjoy those afternoons will be with me forever. I am grateful for art’s eternal connection to wildlife and landscape.~Tammy
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An artist is somebody who produces things that people don’t need to have. ~Andy Warhol, sent from Mariam Diehl.
An art dealer is somebody who makes people understand that they need art to live. ~Mariam Diehl
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Knock Knock
Who’s There?
Carrie.
Carrie Who?
Carrie Geraci working on Public Art!
This year I am thankful for all the work Carrie has put into the arts in Jackson. Also, fired up to work with so many great artists in Jackson and Beyond! ~ John Frechette
Tammy, I am grateful for support from Trustees that enabled us to build a Sculpture Trail at the National Museum of Wildlife Art that is free and open to the public! ~ Jane Lavino, National Museum of Wildlife Art.
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You could say that the “Wipfler & the Boys” Show @ Simpson Gallagher Gallery in Sept. was that gallery’s best selling show ever! Fifteen years and going strong for the gallery and my best solo show ever! My large painting commissions have been very well received and it’s been a good year for me! ~ Kathy Wipfler.
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What I am grateful and happy about … Several collectors have told me that they feel a ‘presence’ and a ‘soul’ in my paintings, which to me means that my paintings convey the feelings I have when creating them. There is no greater satisfaction than that. It means that we are ‘in the moment’ together, even years later.” ~ Lee Carlman Riddell
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from all of us at Trailside Galleries, in Jackson Hole and Scottsdale! ~ Dawn Meckem, Trailside
Craighead Beringia South has a Pottery Sale goin’ on–and all proceeds from this holiday gift fundraiser go to support the organization’s wildlife research and education programs. I believe some darn decent wholesale deals are available–a big, cheery pile of platters, bowls, cookie jars and mugs are in stock.
The sale is out in Kelly, Wyoming. Hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 4:30 pm. Address is 6955 E. Third, in Kelly. Goods are available through Wednesday, November 23rd. Even with the aforementioned operational hours, please call 307.734.0581 if you’re planning a trip to the Beringia “store.” Remember our wildlife this holiday! http://beringiasouth.org/
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Got an email from a representative of the 2012 Democratic National Convention, to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina.
“Calling all artists, designers, and other creatives! We want YOU to be the designer behind one of the 2012 Democratic National Convention’s Official posters. Here’s what you have to do — create an original 18 x 24″ poster using the 2012 Democratic National Convention official logo and incorporating and interpreting one (or more) of the following themes: 1). Americans coming together; 2). Building a better future; 3). Opportunity and Empowerment
To register, download the logo, get more details, and to read the official rules, check out our website at www.charlottein2012.com/postercontest
Deadline for submissions is December 31st, 2011, at 11:59 p.m. (EST). The winning poster will be sold in our online store, and the winner will receive a framed print of their poster (guess the Party thinks the artist won’t have one of those already…) and $1 of each poster sold.
I can’t wait to see what you come up with. (Nor can I!)~~~~Sincerely, Dr. Dan Murrey, Executive Director
Have fun with that, Jackson artists! I know many of you are worthy of the challenge.
Judging by the window displays popping up around town, it’s not too early to start thinking about the holidays. Glass blower Laurie Thal is always thinking ahead. Thal is offering the chance to “friends and clients” a special opportunity to come on out to her Wilson studio and blow your own decorative glass ornaments. November 5 through December 18 2011, Thal is offering glass blowing parties. Her own “hot glass magic” provides families, office groups, or any collection of happy souls the chance to make some sparkling, one-of-a-kind gifts. Or, keep them yourself, you may feel a little Grinchy about your pretty ornaments!
Two-hour sessions are scheduled for groups of four to six people. Cost is $25 per person. Only groups of four to six; you bring your friends, and Thal will provide the materials. It’s like making a reservation at a restaurant, folks! Additionally, Thal will take 25% off the cost of all studio purchases made during your session. For more information, call 307.733.5096 or 307.690.2491. email: thalglass@bresnan.net.
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The National Museum of Wildlife Art’s fall “Harvest on the Hill” takes place Sunday, November 6, 11:00 am – 5:00 pm. The popular, family friendly event is free to area residents and is part of the Musuem’s free First Sundays series. “Wild About Penguins” is the theme, after the Museum’s exhibit 
“The Last Ocean: Antarctica’s Ross Sea Photographs by John Weller.” All kinds of family activities are planned, and here they are:
• 1 – 4 p.m. (ongoing, allow 20-30 minutes for completion) – Scavenger Hunt! Dress for active fun, rain or shine, and meet in the amphitheater for an all-ages scavenger hunt to explore the sculpture trail – with clues, surprising discoveries and free entry in a raffle for great prizes. Win a “Weekend Warrior” Pass or the chance to have a stone engraved on the sculpture trail pathway. Raffle drawing at 4:10 p.m. in the amphitheater.
• 1 – 2:30 p.m. – Craft for Kids: Paint Your Penguin! Kids can explore John Weller’s photographs and learn about the different varieties of penguins that live in the Ross Sea ecosystem before painting their own unique model version of the Antarctic birds to take home.
• 2:30 p.m. – 20-minute film: Plunge of the Penguins. Follow Gentoo penguin chicks on the Antarctic Peninsula as they encounter sibling rivalry, food denial by parents, and extreme weather.
• 2:50 p.m. – 35-minute film: Return to Penguin City. An intriguing children’s film that explores how Adelie penguins cope with rapid climate change in the magical landscape of Antarctica.
Checking out “Harvest on the Hill” is a great way to explore the Museum, spend family time, learn about wildlife and wildlife art and, most importantly, HAVE FUN! (Q: How do Penguins drink their cola? A: On the rocks!) www.wildlifeart.org
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Jackson Hole Public Art has posted a reminder Request for Qualifications for proposals to create functional art for Redmond Street in Jackson, Wyoming. Deadline for submissions is Sunday, October 30, 2011.
Project budget: $15,000. Have a question or need more info? Contact Carrie Geraci at 307.413.1474. To read the posting JH Public’s Art’s website, click here.
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Momentum is building for the Plein Air Convention & Expo in Las Vegas from April 12-15, 2012 , with the announcement that Scott L. Christensen, Jeremy Lipking, and Peter Adams will be giving lectures and
demonstrations during the event.
“Of all the artists, whose work I admire, it is an honor to be selected as one of the top participants,” Christensen says. Check out the extraordinary gathering of collectors, artists, and scholars: (www.pleinairconvention.com).
