Memphis College of Art has organized a fundraiser to support Haiti relief efforts. Below is the information to contribute. If you are in the St. Louis area and would like to contribute together please send me an email.
The Memphis College of Art Student Alliance members are currently in the process of collecting funds in order to help bring aid and awareness for those affected by devastation in Haiti. Support can be provided in the following ways:
1. Bring baby formula and/or clothing to the Memphis College of Art front desk located at 1930 Poplar Ave Memphis TN 381042. Purchase a "Heal Haiti" bumper sticker or pin for $2. Please see the Student Services office or send an email to sylve_siphne@mcastudent.org. Purchase a Student Alliance Hoodie for $15, also available in the Student Service office.
All collected materials and funds will be donated to the "Sonlight Children's Home" in Port au Prince.
For further information please contact me or visit http://mcastudentalliance.blogspot.com/search/label/Haiti%20Fundraiser
Friday, March 19, 2010
Sunday, February 21, 2010
(un)Seasoned Craft Show
Please join us for our Craft and Conversation
Saturday, March 6th from noon 'til 6pm
1627 NORTH 19TH STREET (upstairs)
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63106
we are excited about our: Art and Craft Show
honoring Women Artists during Women's History Month...
"As Spring approaches our individual creative spirits come together as a group for renewed energy and creative growth."
Fiber Art by Jean Brantley
Saturday, March 6th from noon 'til 6pm
1627 NORTH 19TH STREET (upstairs)
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63106
we are excited about our: Art and Craft Show
honoring Women Artists during Women's History Month...
"As Spring approaches our individual creative spirits come together as a group for renewed energy and creative growth."
Fiber Art by Jean Brantley
Fine Art & Handmade Jewelry by Dail Chambers
Candles & Hand Treatments by Alison Henderson
Handmade Jewelry and Accessories by Simiya Sudduth of The Speckled Owl Collective
Vegan Desserts and Artwork by Fannta Drummer
Craft & Art by Musician & Crafter Sallie DuMaine
with poetry by Andrea Richardson
We will have info on local arts initiatives and showing artwork of various artists in the community.
This is a FREE for ALL grassroots initiative hosted by Dail Chambers' Visual Art Studio and the participating artists.
Be involved in the St. Louis Arts Community. Come support, meet, and network with us! We are a diverse group of local black women creatives!
Although not required, please RSVP to Dail Chambers dailchambers@gmail.com or reply to our facebook events page: (Un)seasoned http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=294537243289&ref=ts ...and please bring a friend! PLEASE forward to all of your affiliated groups, listserves, calendars and friends!
Candles & Hand Treatments by Alison Henderson
Handmade Jewelry and Accessories by Simiya Sudduth of The Speckled Owl Collective
Vegan Desserts and Artwork by Fannta Drummer
Craft & Art by Musician & Crafter Sallie DuMaine
with poetry by Andrea Richardson
We will have info on local arts initiatives and showing artwork of various artists in the community.
This is a FREE for ALL grassroots initiative hosted by Dail Chambers' Visual Art Studio and the participating artists.
Be involved in the St. Louis Arts Community. Come support, meet, and network with us! We are a diverse group of local black women creatives!
Although not required, please RSVP to Dail Chambers dailchambers@gmail.com or reply to our facebook events page: (Un)seasoned http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=294537243289&ref=ts ...and please bring a friend! PLEASE forward to all of your affiliated groups, listserves, calendars and friends!
featured artist: Jon Calvert
Learn more about St. Louis artist Jon Calvert
As an artist Jon suggest that black art is expressive in conversation, and has a position in creativity that is personally educational and observative. It's color and content is a presentation of awareness of life and topics of knowledge. His paintings represent the facets of black american lives. A native St. Louisian, Jon has illustrated a veiw of lifestyles through works that express ways of seeing cultures in creative ways. His theme,"Every Day Lifestyles," is an on going look at a generation admirably. Calvert tends not to the tedious detail, but to the illusion that we are a part of what is going on in the painting , making you ask, "Was I There?" Each painting is merely random images of everyday life in St. Louis, but each 'snapshot' makes us question what is the importance of preserving the common place moment verses documenting the spectaculor.
As an artist Jon suggest that black art is expressive in conversation, and has a position in creativity that is personally educational and observative. It's color and content is a presentation of awareness of life and topics of knowledge. His paintings represent the facets of black american lives. A native St. Louisian, Jon has illustrated a veiw of lifestyles through works that express ways of seeing cultures in creative ways. His theme,"Every Day Lifestyles," is an on going look at a generation admirably. Calvert tends not to the tedious detail, but to the illusion that we are a part of what is going on in the painting , making you ask, "Was I There?" Each painting is merely random images of everyday life in St. Louis, but each 'snapshot' makes us question what is the importance of preserving the common place moment verses documenting the spectaculor.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
upcoming opening
WE ON HURON is an exhibition of Southern Illinois University Carbondale School of Art and Design Faculty and Graduate Students.
Reception: February 12, at 5:30 p.m.
233 W. Huron, Chicago, Illionis, River North Gallery District.
Chicago stop on Brown Line "El". 15-20 minute walk from CAA Conference Hotel.
Reception: February 12, at 5:30 p.m.
233 W. Huron, Chicago, Illionis, River North Gallery District.
Chicago stop on Brown Line "El". 15-20 minute walk from CAA Conference Hotel.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Visionary Awards in STL
It's time to nominate Saint Louis women for the 2010 Visionary Awards! Grand Center honors women in the arts by accepting nominations from the community and recognizing outstanding contributions in the Arts in the following categories:
Major Contributor to the Arts, presented to a woman who has made a significant financial commitment to the advancement of the arts in St. Louis. She also participates on arts organization boards and raises funds for non-profit arts organizations. (Past honorees: Helen Kornblum, Nancy Kranzberg, Donna Moog, Carol Staenberg, Mary Strauss, and Dr. Virginia Weldon)
Outstanding Arts Professional, presented to a woman who has dedicated her professional career to fostering creativity, and encouraging ongoing participation in the arts. She raises the profile of her organization by causing a widespread impact on the St. Louis arts community. (Past honorees: Sue Greenberg, Francesca Herndon-Consagra, Jill McGuire, Carol North, Cynthia Prost, Stephanie Riven, and Roseann Weiss)
Successful Working Artist, presented to a woman currently working and achieving great accomplishments in the arts. She has earned significant acclaim over an extended period of time and consistently displays excellence in the practice of her art form, enriching artistic expression and unique style. (Past honorees: Kathleen Finneran, Carrie Houk, Linda Kennedy, Joan Lipkin, Jackie Masei, Kim Massie, and Edna Patterson Petty) Outstanding Arts Educator, presented to a woman dedicated to providing artistic instruction to a range of students, as both a profession and lifestyle. She has made a strong impact on the individuals and community she has fostered through her role as an educator. (Past honorees: Lois D. Conley, Jessica Hentoff, and Jane Ellen Ibur)
Emerging Artist, presented to a woman who has demonstrated her creativity, budding talent and a strong commitment to building her career in the arts. She embodies the promise and hope for the future of the St. Louis arts community. (Past honorees: Jenna Bauer, Abby Birhanu, Jill Downen, Sarah Giannobile, Nicole Lemkemeier, Lindsey Scott, and Ashley Tate)
The purpose of the Visionary Awards is to recognize accomplishments made by St. Louis women in the arts; therefore, the nominee must be a current Metro-area resident who has lived in St. Louis for a minimum of three years. The award categories are open to all arts disciplines. The Selection Committee reserves the right to recognize nominees in the most appropriate category. To nominate, please complete the online nomination form, and then mail or hand deliver supporting documentation, to 2010 Visionary Awards, c/o Grand Center, Inc., 3526 Washington Ave., 2nd Floor, St. Louis, MO 63103. Nomination packets should be complete upon receipt at Grand Center, Inc.
Major Contributor to the Arts, presented to a woman who has made a significant financial commitment to the advancement of the arts in St. Louis. She also participates on arts organization boards and raises funds for non-profit arts organizations. (Past honorees: Helen Kornblum, Nancy Kranzberg, Donna Moog, Carol Staenberg, Mary Strauss, and Dr. Virginia Weldon)
Outstanding Arts Professional, presented to a woman who has dedicated her professional career to fostering creativity, and encouraging ongoing participation in the arts. She raises the profile of her organization by causing a widespread impact on the St. Louis arts community. (Past honorees: Sue Greenberg, Francesca Herndon-Consagra, Jill McGuire, Carol North, Cynthia Prost, Stephanie Riven, and Roseann Weiss)
Successful Working Artist, presented to a woman currently working and achieving great accomplishments in the arts. She has earned significant acclaim over an extended period of time and consistently displays excellence in the practice of her art form, enriching artistic expression and unique style. (Past honorees: Kathleen Finneran, Carrie Houk, Linda Kennedy, Joan Lipkin, Jackie Masei, Kim Massie, and Edna Patterson Petty) Outstanding Arts Educator, presented to a woman dedicated to providing artistic instruction to a range of students, as both a profession and lifestyle. She has made a strong impact on the individuals and community she has fostered through her role as an educator. (Past honorees: Lois D. Conley, Jessica Hentoff, and Jane Ellen Ibur)
Emerging Artist, presented to a woman who has demonstrated her creativity, budding talent and a strong commitment to building her career in the arts. She embodies the promise and hope for the future of the St. Louis arts community. (Past honorees: Jenna Bauer, Abby Birhanu, Jill Downen, Sarah Giannobile, Nicole Lemkemeier, Lindsey Scott, and Ashley Tate)
The purpose of the Visionary Awards is to recognize accomplishments made by St. Louis women in the arts; therefore, the nominee must be a current Metro-area resident who has lived in St. Louis for a minimum of three years. The award categories are open to all arts disciplines. The Selection Committee reserves the right to recognize nominees in the most appropriate category. To nominate, please complete the online nomination form, and then mail or hand deliver supporting documentation, to 2010 Visionary Awards, c/o Grand Center, Inc., 3526 Washington Ave., 2nd Floor, St. Louis, MO 63103. Nomination packets should be complete upon receipt at Grand Center, Inc.
Monday, December 7, 2009
Homegrown!
This is a must see! Shoot me an email if you need tickets... you can also get them at Left Bank & Subterranean Books.
HOMEGROWN-St. Louis' Organic Racism, Loni's Story
A new One-Act play written and directed by Masei followed by a Playback Theatre performance in which audience members tell true moments and stories of racism in St. Louis and watch the actors and musicians play their stories back to HONOR them and allow the audience to bear witness to the stories.
WHAT: HOMEGROWN- St. Louis' Organic Racism, Loni's Story followed by a Playback Theatre Performance
WHEN: January, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 and 29, 30 and 31
Friday and Saturday evenings 8:00pm and Sunday Matinee 3:00pm
WHERE: January 8, 9, 10- Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center
January 15, 16 and 17- The Rowen Community Center
January 22, 23, 24 COLT Safety Building
January 29, 30 and 31- The Ethical Society
Tickets are $10.00 at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Group discounts for 12 or more. Contact Masei at (314)397-0733 Reservations are not required, but will be taken starting December 1st. There is limited seating for the weekends of January 15, 16, 17 and 22, 23, 24
PWT Artistic Director Jacqueline Masei has been creating Homegrown, St. Louis Organic Racism/Loni's story since the fall of 2008. Playback Workshop Theater in partnership with the Diversity Awareness Partnership, The YWCA of Metropolitan St. Louis presents, “Homegrown: St. Louis Organic Racism, a one-act play that tells the love story of a couple who move to Missouri together, one originally from St. Louis, the other a newcomer from another state. While addressing racial diversity issues is inherent and organic in our region, the storyline weaves an authentic patchwork of scenes which show how societal differences in the region became a true challenge to the relationship of the 2 people involved.
The play is followed by a playback theatre performance facilitated by Playback Workshop Theatre's Artistic Director and Founder Jacqueline Masei. Masei has over 20 years of experience as a teaching artist and director of playback theatre, theatre of the oppressed and social justice work. After the performances there will be a focused discussion facilitated and supported by professionals in the
fields of social justice and diversity.
For more information go to www.playbackworkshop.com or call (314) 397-0733
HOMEGROWN-St. Louis' Organic Racism, Loni's Story
A new One-Act play written and directed by Masei followed by a Playback Theatre performance in which audience members tell true moments and stories of racism in St. Louis and watch the actors and musicians play their stories back to HONOR them and allow the audience to bear witness to the stories.
WHAT: HOMEGROWN- St. Louis' Organic Racism, Loni's Story followed by a Playback Theatre Performance
WHEN: January, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24 and 29, 30 and 31
Friday and Saturday evenings 8:00pm and Sunday Matinee 3:00pm
WHERE: January 8, 9, 10- Phyllis Wheatley Heritage Center
January 15, 16 and 17- The Rowen Community Center
January 22, 23, 24 COLT Safety Building
January 29, 30 and 31- The Ethical Society
Tickets are $10.00 at the door. No one will be turned away for lack of funds. Group discounts for 12 or more. Contact Masei at (314)397-0733 Reservations are not required, but will be taken starting December 1st. There is limited seating for the weekends of January 15, 16, 17 and 22, 23, 24
PWT Artistic Director Jacqueline Masei has been creating Homegrown, St. Louis Organic Racism/Loni's story since the fall of 2008. Playback Workshop Theater in partnership with the Diversity Awareness Partnership, The YWCA of Metropolitan St. Louis presents, “Homegrown: St. Louis Organic Racism, a one-act play that tells the love story of a couple who move to Missouri together, one originally from St. Louis, the other a newcomer from another state. While addressing racial diversity issues is inherent and organic in our region, the storyline weaves an authentic patchwork of scenes which show how societal differences in the region became a true challenge to the relationship of the 2 people involved.
The play is followed by a playback theatre performance facilitated by Playback Workshop Theatre's Artistic Director and Founder Jacqueline Masei. Masei has over 20 years of experience as a teaching artist and director of playback theatre, theatre of the oppressed and social justice work. After the performances there will be a focused discussion facilitated and supported by professionals in the
fields of social justice and diversity.
For more information go to www.playbackworkshop.com or call (314) 397-0733
International Artist Residencies...
... here is one link of resource for those who are looking for artist residency programs:
www.resartis.org
well wishes!
www.resartis.org
well wishes!
Saturday, December 5, 2009
The Negro Renaissance in America, 1919- 1941
Washington University has a great opportunity coming up for the Summer.
"The Negro Renaissance in America, 1919-1941. If you are an educator interested in the Harlem Renaissance, African American Arts & Art History then check this out:
For the application: http://cenhum.artsci.wustl.edu/prgrms/NEH%20App.htm
For more info: http://cenhum.artsci.wustl.edu/prgrms/NEH.htm
"The Negro Renaissance in America, 1919-1941. If you are an educator interested in the Harlem Renaissance, African American Arts & Art History then check this out:
For the application: http://cenhum.artsci.wustl.edu/prgrms/NEH%20App.htm
For more info: http://cenhum.artsci.wustl.edu/prgrms/NEH.htm
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Main Event Boutique in Memphis, Tn.
There is a great new business in Memphis, Tn. http://www.maineventboutique.com: Main Event Boutique.
It is a fresh & feminine boutique in the midtown area. Support! The owner is wonderful and the shop has funky sweaters, blouses and dresses... as well as great handbags.If you do not live in the Memphis area, visit their website: they have an online store!
Main Event Boutique
1859 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN, 38104
(901)347-3711
Mon - Sun:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
It is a fresh & feminine boutique in the midtown area. Support! The owner is wonderful and the shop has funky sweaters, blouses and dresses... as well as great handbags.If you do not live in the Memphis area, visit their website: they have an online store!
Main Event Boutique
1859 Madison Ave.
Memphis, TN, 38104
(901)347-3711
Mon - Sun:10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday, November 10, 2009
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