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4Culture eNews + July 2007
There's been a lot of talk recently about the fate of historic properties threatened by commercial development in our rapidly developing urban core. An article in the Seattle Post-Intelligencer last Thursday detailed a plan by the City of Seattle to nominate a record number of properties for landmark status. This conversation joins one that the arts community has had for some time around the need for affordable space for artists and arts organizations in the face of a robust real estate market.
When I arrived in Seattle in 1990, there was a great independent theatre and contemporary dance community that shared a variety of spaces spread throughout the city. Since then, look at what's happened to venues just on Capitol Hill. Union Garage, gone. Pilgrim Center for the Arts, a distant memory. Washington Hall, the former home of On the Boards, on the market. Capitol Hill Arts Center, one year left on its lease. What will happen to the groups in Odd Fellows Hall if that building is sold? When Seattle Center begins its makeover with a remodel of the Center House, Book-It, Seattle Shakespeare Company, and Theatre Puget Sound will have to find interim space for at least two years. The space problem is not unique to arts organizations in Seattle either. Organizations in suburban cities struggle with the same rising costs.
We've seen some great creative solutions in just the past few years. The Tashiro Kaplan Artists Lofts in Pioneer Square; Youngstown Cultural Arts Center in the Delridge neighborhood in West Seattle; Hiawatha Artist Lofts (61 artist live/work spaces developed by ArtSpace Projects) now under construction; artist lofts and performance space in Historic Seattle's Good Shepherd Center in Wallingford.
These solutions have had tremendous impact on a case-by-case basis. Now, how do we take these individual successes to the next level, to come up with a plan that respects our region's heritage, preserves our historic legacy, and provides affordable space for the creation and presentation of innovative art while embracing Seattle's thriving economic development?
Let's work collectively to address this issue. In a market where real estate prices don't seem headed anywhere but up, the time to act is now.
If you're interested in joining the dialogue, here's a first step. Check out the details below for Creative/Adaptive Space and Facility Models, the next in a series of Creative Conversations being held this Wednesday in Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood. The meeting is designed as an information-gathering session that will directly contribute to regional leadership initiatives related to this issue. I hope you can make it.
Jim Kelly
Executive Director
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4Culture Artist Registry Vol. V
We’ve updated the 135 artist portfolios in 4Culture’s Artist Registry Volume V. The Registry is a reliable, easy-to-use web resource of pre-qualified public artists prepared to create public and private art commissions. One of the only web publications of such breadth in the field, the Artist Registry Volume V launched in March 2006, offering an extensive survey of artists and projects together and conveniently organized for the public. Visit now to see over 600 new images and 200 new public art projects created by some of the best public art practitioners in the nation.
The artists are selected every three years through a competitive process. A panel of peer professionals reviews portfolios, sets criteria and selects the roster. Each artist meets rigorous standards of artistic expertise and has a proven track record for successful completion of projects. 4Culture will run another update of Volume V in 2008. Competition for the next registry will open in 2008, and Volume VI will be available online in 2009.
Features of the Registry include a full portfolio of 26 images by each artist, direct contact information, project summaries, and a My Registry service that allows users to select and store portfolios. Browsing the web-based Registry is an excellent way to discover the advantages of incorporating public artists in building and planning projects.
image: © Dan Corson and Norie Sato, Safety Spires, 2006, Sound Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility, Seattle, WA
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4Culture’s SITE-SPECIFIC/2007 King County Performance Network presents a season of site-specific art happenings in unusual locations throughout King County. This program takes art out of the theaters, museums and galleries, and integrates it into daily life with art happenings—art performances, installations or events created in direct response to their locales. SITE-SPECIFIC continues this month with Paul Rucker’s 50 Solo Cello Concerts, a series of original compositions to be performed at various everyday venues around the region. Rucker's next concert is scheduled to take place Thursday, July 19th at 7 p.m. at Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Avenue NW in Shoreline. Future installations of 50 Solo Cello Concerts will take place in Kirkland, Auburn, Redmond, Fall City and Enumclaw.
image: © Paul Rucker, photo by Shannon Phipps
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deadline July 23, 2007
4Culture Barn Preservation Program
Historic barns are highly visible icons of King County's rural heritage. Throughout the Snoqualmie and Green River Valleys, on the Enumclaw Plateau and Vashon Island, and even in the midst of suburban cities or nestled in small pockets of farmland, barns embody distinctive elements of our history. They convey both a sense of place and a record of fine craftsmanship. But how many of these barns will still be standing in another 20 years? Preservation 4Culture and the King County Historic Preservation Program have established a new grant program for the rehabilitation of heritage barns, to try to save these rural icons. Guidelines and application forms are now posted on 4Culture's web site.
image: © Laubenthal Barn, photo by Holly Taylor, Past Forward NW
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deadline July 30, 2007 auditions August 4-5, 2007
Touring Arts Roster
Performing artists are invited to apply for inclusion in the Touring Arts Roster, a juried directory of artists available for regional bookings. Professional performing artists and arts ensembles based in King County are eligible to apply; the application process includes a short written application and a live audition before a peer panel. The Touring Arts Roster, which is distributed free of charge, has become known as a marketing resource for artists and a valuable tool for presenting organizations such as local arts agencies, convention and travel industry professionals, schools, libraries, festival coordinators, meeting and event planners and other public and private presenters.
image: © Buddy Wakefield, photo by Jason Byron Nelson
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...this Wednesday! July 18, 2007, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Georgetown Ballroom, 5623 Airport Way S, Seattle Emerging Arts Leaders Creative Conversations
As the Puget Sound region continues to experience rapid growth, our local landscape is being quickly remade. "Creative/Adaptive Space and Facility Models," Part III of the Emerging Arts Leaders Creative Conversation Series, is an opportunity for emerging leaders to engage with peers and professionals who are actively shaping the future of arts facility development in this region.
Join featured participants Cathryn Vandenbrink (Artspace USA), Joaquin Herranz (UW Evans School and Urban Institute), Kathy Nyland (Georgetown Merchant's Association), Susan Shannon (City of Seattle Office of Economic Development), Amy McBride (City of Tacoma Public Art Program), and Dan Carlson (UW Evans School and Land Trust Consultant).
The conversation is connected to the Emerging Arts Leaders Network coordinated by Americans for the Arts. Visit the Creative Conversations Blog to get in early on the discussion. Make Emerging Arts Leaders your friend on MySpace.
image: © Tashiro Kaplan building, photo by Willam Wright
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reception August 2, 2007, 6 to 8 p.m.
Gallery4Culture
Gallery4Culture is pleased to present new work by Diem Chau. Growing up Chinese in Vietnam and then moving to the U.S., Chau grew up not knowing where she belonged. She always felt in between cultures - in a "mish-mash." Identity is an important part of her work. Language is an outward sign of belonging and the language of the home may not be the language of the culture. Chau's work is filtered through three languages. It revels in the egalitarian, the everyday moments and everyday things.
In this exhibition, Chau uses thread as a metaphor for the continuity of the family and cultural history. Wall-hung dishware is covered in fabric onto which portraits are stitched. There is a thread, a line, which connects the pieces. The dishes are framing and containing at the same time. There is also a wall installation of knotted thread. The knots are a Morse code translation of books and stories she encountered in childhood, reminiscent of the work of women spies in WWII who incorporated their messages into the knitting - information as easily overlooked then as it is today.
A reception will be held on August 2, 2007, the first Thursday of the month, during the Downtown Artwalk, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend. The exhibition will run from August 2 - 31, 2007.
Gallery4Culture is located within 4Culture offices at 101 Prefontaine PL S, at the corner of Third and Prefontaine, in the Tashiro/Kaplan Building. Gallery hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., closed government holidays; the gallery is open and free to the public.
image: © Diem Chau, Lost in Translation, detail, 2007
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4Culture Public Art Calls List
subscribe - www.4culture.org/publicart/calls
Public Art 4Culture compiles a list of current public art opportunities available through Public Art 4Culture and other agencies across the country. The Public Art Calls List provides brief project descriptions, deadlines, and how to receive more information about each opportunity -- bimonthly, free of charge.
Mayor’s Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs
Youth Arts
deadline July 30, 2007
www.seattle.gov/arts/funding/youth_arts.asp
Arts training develops creative and critically thinking citizens. Youth Arts is an annual funding program that makes a difference in the lives of Seattle middle-and high-school youth by supporting arts training in out-of-school time. Funds and technical assistance from this program help experienced teaching artists lead training programs and projects in all arts disciplines, ranging from the traditional arts to theater to film and media. Priority is placed on serving youth or communities with limited or no access to the arts. Guidelines and application available online.
Columbia University/The Journalism School
NEA Institute in Classical Music and Opera 2007
deadline July 31, 2007
www.journalism.columbia.edu
Now in its fourth year, the Arts Journalism Institute in Classical Music and Opera is an 11-day intensive workshop in classical music and opera for writers and editors from across the country. The program, held in October 2007 and based in New York City, provides a total immersion experience in classical music and opera, during which participants attend at least eight performances, engage in writing workshops, attend short courses in music history, and meet with leaders in the field. Participants will engage with experts ranging from administrators of New York's primary music institutions to critics and writers at major U.S. publications. The institute is designed for American journalists who work outside of the top media markets. No specialized musical knowledge is required. Staff writers, editors, and freelancers are welcome to apply. To apply, send an email to nea_institute@earthlink.net to request an application.
Seattle Art Museum
29th Annual Betty Bowen Memorial Award for Artists
deadline August 17, 2007
www.seattleartmuseum.org/visit/bowen.asp
The 29th Annual Betty Bowen Award for Artists seeks submissions. Submitting artists may also be eligible for the PONCHO Special Recognition Awards. Artists residing in Washington, Oregon & Idaho may apply. Submissions must be made online, $10 entry fee, $11,000 award. More information is available online or by contacting bettybowen@seattleartmuseum.org.
Sundance Film Festival
Call for Entries
deadline August 20, 2007
www.sundance.org/submissions
Sundance Film Festival seeks entries to the 2008 festival. Open to short films, feature films and documentaries. $25-35 entry fees with early submission deadline.
Robert Frost Foundation
11th Annual Poetry Award
deadline September 1, 2007
www.frostfoundation.org
The Robert Frost Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to focusing attention on the work and life of the poet Robert Frost. The Foundation seeks submissions for its Annual Poetry Award, $10 entry fee, $1,000 prize.
Fitch Foundation
Preservation Research Grants
deadline September 14, 2007
www.fitchfoundation.org
The Fitch Foundation awards a $25K research grant to mid-career professionals who have an advanced or professional degree and at least 10 years experience in historic preservation or related fields, including architecture, landscape architecture, urban design, the decorative arts and more. Other grants, up to $10K, may be made. For more information, contact info@fitchfoundation.org.
The Medium
The Fund
deadline September 15, 2007
www.the-medium.net
The Medium—where business supports arts—announces the 2007 application deadline for The Fund. Washington State artists are invited to apply for grant support, eligible disciplines include but are not limited to painting, drawing, sculpting, performance art, multi-media, digital art/design, animation, photography, music, film/video or writing.
Corridor Gallery
Call for Artists
deadline ongoing
www.tashirokaplan.com/corridor
Corridor Gallery in the Tashiro Kaplan building is seeking artists for month-long solo shows for the end of 2007 and throughout 2008. Corridor Gallery is a cooperative non-profit space intended for artists who are emerging or experimenting. Artists, artist groups, and curators are encouraged to apply. Information on how to apply is available online. Contact Lynn with questions.
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ArtsEd Washington
Program Manager - open until filled
www.artsedwashington.org
Part-time, 32 hours/week. Salary DOE, $27,000 to $33,000/annually. Please see complete job description online.
Auburn Symphony Orchestra
General Manager - open until filled
www.auburnwa.gov
Part-time, 20 hours/week. Salary DOE. Please see complete job description online.
Eastside Heritage Center
Fund Development Manager - open until filled
www.eastsideheritagecenter.org
Part-time, 20 hours/week. Salary DOE, $15,000 to $20,000/annually. Please see complete job description online.
Seattle Children's Theatre
Public Relations Manager - open until filled
www.sct.org/aboutus/workwithus/jobsinternships.aspx
Part-time, 20 hours/week. Salary DOE. Please see complete job description online.
Henry Art Gallery
Gallery Attendants - open until filled
www.henryart.org
Full-time (minimum 35 hours/week) and part-time (maximum 19 hours/week) positions available. Pay is $9/hour. Please see complete job description online.
5th Avenue Theatre
Marketing Manager and Publications Manager - open until filled
www.5thavenue.org
Full-time. Salary DOE. Please see complete job descriptions online.
Washington State Arts Alliance/WSAA Foundation
Executive Director - open until filled
www.wsartsalliance.com
Full-time. Salary DOE. Please see complete job description online.
Gage Academy of Art
Development Manager - open until filled
www.gageacademy.org
Full-time. Salary DOE. Please see complete job description online.
Compassion & Choices of Washington
Admin Assistant - open until filled
www.candcofwa.org
Full-time. Salary DOE. Please email wa@compassionandchoices.org for more information.
Port of Seattle
Art Handlers - open until filled
www.portseattle.org
The Port of Seattle's Sea-Tac art collection features over 60 integrated and signature artworks by internationally known artists such as Robert Rauschenberg, Louise Nevelson, and Frank Stella. The Port of Seattle is seeking an experienced art handler to care for the airport's permanent art collection, and to assist with the installations and deinstallations of rotating exhibits. This will be a part-time position requiring a minimum of 20 hours each week. The selected service provider will be hired as a consultant to the Port of Seattle, with a one-year, renewable contract. The complete job description and application process will be available online soon.
Americans for the Arts
Internships Available - closes July 31, 2007
www.americansforthearts.org
Americans for the Arts, the nation's leading nonprofit organization for advancing the arts in America, seeks fall interns. Positions available in Washington, DC and New York.
the Shunpike
Executive Director - closes August 3, 2007
www.theshunpike.org
The Shunpike, a nonprofit arts services organization, is hiring its first full-time staff member - an executive director - to manage the organization and provide services to its clients. Salary DOE. Please see complete job description online.
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Historic Seattle
Learning from Historic Sites
July 16, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
The Penthouse Theater, University of Washington
www.historicseattle.org/events/eventdetail.aspx?id=244
Part 3 in the quarterly Learning from Historic Sites Series. An early expression of modernism with period murals, the Penthouse Theater (1938-40) was the first true "theater in the round" in the country. Leonard Garfield and Walt Crowley will provide an update on planning for the centennial of the 1909 Alaska Yukon Pacific Exposition (AYPE) that made Seattle a household word throughout America. Bob Boehler, of UW's Drama Department, will present a brief history of the Penthouse Theater and its restoration. Free, no registration necessary.
SouthEast Effective Development
Othello Parks Concerts
August 12 and September 9, 2007, 2 to 6 p.m.
Othello Park, 4351 Othello St, between MLK and Rainier Ave S
www.seattle.gov/parks/parkspaces/othello.htm
Free concerts spotlighting local SE Seattle musicians and performers. Bring a picnic lunch and the whole family. For more information, visit the City of Seattle website.
Space to Create
New Community Arts and Crafts Studio in Ballard
1414 NW 70th St, Seattle
www.spacetocreate.net
Ballard has a new arts and crafts studio! Programs include summer classes and workshops for youth and adults, space rental and special events. Open studio time includes access to space, tables, tools and staff to work on your own creative projects. Tools for jewelry making, sewing, painting, drawing and more available. Drop in daily rates of $12-15.
Arts Reach Unlimited
National Arts Marketing Conference
Cultural Entrepreneurship Best Practices: Building Bridges to New Audiences and Donors
Early Bird Registration: August 15, 2007
October 27-30, 2007
Miyako Hotel, San Francisco
www.artsreach.com/conference.html
Arts Reach has extended an offer to 4Culture and recipients of 4Culture funding awards for a discount on registration fees to attend the conference. Simply identify yourself as a grantee of Arts Reach member 4Culture.
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Seattle's Convention & Visitors Bureau
Cultural Tourism Program
Cultural and Heritage Guides for Travelers
www.visitseattle.org/cultural
Hot off the press, The Artists' Guide to Seattle introduces
visitors to our region from the viewpoints of 16 local artists.
Insightful interviews with artists such as Emmy Award-winning actor
Tom Skerritt, internationally known opera soprano Jane Eaglen,
singer/actress and "Genius Award" winner Sarah Rudinoff,
and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Timothy Egan let artists tell
you about their favorite places in their own words. Also available
is the new Seattle Native American Heritage Guide featuring
significant Native American attractions, museums, galleries, heritage
sites, historic background, and special events information. Both
are available free of charge online. The guides are supported by
funding from 4Culture and the Paul G. Allen Foundation.
PreservationDirectory.com
New Preservation Blog
www.preservationdirectory.com
The Preservation Blog serves as a collection of "mini-blogs" that present articles and news items in a wide variety of topics under the umbrella of historic and cultural resource preservation. The aim is to build a public repository of articles/notices/releases on a wide variety of topics of value to the preservation community, including restoration techniques, the historic nomination process, museum exhibitions and news, preservation legislation, historic travel and heritage trip ideas, and endangered or threatened historic sites and homes.
4Culture Heritage Advisor
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Heritage Advisor is the voice of the Heritage 4Culture Program of 4Culture and is produced as a technical assistance service to the heritage community of King County. Priority of coverage includes the program's own activities and other information that may be of interest to the program's funding partners and community. Deadline for inclusion is 10 days before the end of the calendar month. Heritage Advisor is produced monthly, except July and December. Listing or coverage in Heritage Advisor does not imply endorsement by the Program. For more information, e-mail heritageadvisor@4culture.org.
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