Artist Proposal Writing Workshop - Art 365 & Momentum Spotlight Tonight
Brick Snow, acrylic on canvas, 2008. Click image to view source.
This painting was part of my Art 365 series, Normal, OK.
Artist Proposal Writing Workshop - Art 365 & Momentum Spotlight Tuesday, September 15, 6-8pm IAO Gallery, 706 W Sheridan Ave, Oklahoma City (map link) See this event on Facebook.
Learn the basics of writing a project proposal. Proposal deadlines are approaching for the $60,000 in Art 365 awards & exhibition and the $5,250 in Momentum Spotlight awards. For each, the same elements are required: description of project, images, artist statement, and resume.
Past Art 365 artist Liz Roth will present, offering tips about what makes a successful proposal. An OVAC representative will answer questions about the specific opportunities of Art 365 and Momentum Spotlight.
Workshops are open to all artists interested in improving their proposal writing techniques. Cost: $10 ($5 for OVAC Members). Click here to register.
As an added bonus, the OVAC blog has published examples of successful proposals by myself and Liz Roth, as well as examples of unsuccessful proposals.
Reception for Back to Normal 2009.09.10
Normal, OK: Orienta Gay. Mixed media, 2008.
Please join me for a reception at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum (here's a map) in Oklahoma City to celebrate my solo show Back to Normal: Normal, OK Revisted. The reception is this Thursday evening from 5 to 7 pm. Wine and refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public.
Back to Normal will be on display at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum through September 21, 2009.
Click here to learn more about Normal, OK.
romy from 24 Works Featured on OVAC Blog
Detail from romy, ink on paper, 2009. Click image to view full-size.
The OVAC blog is featuring an ongoing interiew series with the artist from the current 24 Works on Paper show. Click here to read my thoughts on the process of creating romy.
24 Works on Paper is on display at Northern Oklahoma College in Tonkawa through October 14. The show will travel to venues around Oklahoma through August 2010. Click here for a full exhibition schedule.
Found on Flickr: Bento Boxes
Spa Bento by Flickr user Sakurako Kitsa. Click image to view source.
I'm getting really into food pictures, even making some of my own (to be revealed). The Bento Box group(s) on Flickr are a great place for food inspiration, aesthetically and nutritionally.
bento 8.14.09 by Flickr user Mamichan. Click image to view source.
The construction of a bento meal ranges from pragmatic to wildly artistic. It works for any kind of food, from anywhere in the world.
Brad's Lunch and Dinner, by Flickr user flit. Click image to view source.
I've been in a bento-mindset since I've been spending a lot of time at my new studio at the OKCCoCo. I'm getting a ton of ideas from other bento fans.
Preschooler Bento #227, by Flickr user Wendy Copley. Click image to view source.
What's this bento thingy? Think of it as the classier predecessor to the tv dinner. Explore more Bento Box Flickr pools here.
See more of what I've Found on Flickr.
OVAC Workshops: Public Art, Art 365 Proposal Writing
Reaching For A Star by Flickr user Laura Burlton. Click image to view source.
The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition is gearing up for their 2009-2010 Artist Survival Kit Workshop season. (I'm on the workshop committee, so you can read more about them here in the coming weeks.)
First up is "Dreaming Big: Public Art," two workshops to answer questions and help artists prepare to apply for the Public Art Mentorship. The Public Art Mentorship will offer commissions to three artists, totaling $75,000, as well as the assistance of experienced public artist, Lynn Basa. This workshop will be held in Tulsa on August 22 and in Oklahoma City on August 29.
In September there will be "Artist Proposal Writing" workshops. Each of these will focus on proposals for the next Art 365 and Momentum opportunities. This will be held in Tulsa on September 10 and in Oklahoma City on September 15.
I've been to several of the ASK workshops held by OVAC, and they are not to be missed. I always come away feeling well-informed and energized.
Click here for a full listing of OVAC's upcoming workshops, plus registration links. This page will be updated regularly, so check back.
Not an OVAC member yet? Here's why you should be.