04.12.2011
Art With Books
To celebrate of the 25th anniversary of Z.J. Loussac Public Library, Friends of the Library announces a call to artists for an exhibit of art made from books. Work from the selected artists will be on display on the third level of Loussac Library during the month of September. All works will be for sale with artists receiving 50 percent of the sale price. Awards will be given. For artist applications and more information, contact Toni McPherson, mcphersontm@muni.org or 343-2981.
TIMELINE
April 22 Applications due
May 2 Notification of acceptance to artists
May 9-13 Pick up books to use in project. Appointment necessary. Contact Toni McPherson, 343-2981 or mcphersontm@muni.org.
Aug. 29-30 Deliver artwork. Contact Toni to set up delivery.
Sept. 1 Opening reception, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Sept. 1-30 Exhibit open during library hours
Oct. 1 Sold artwork picked up
Work Media: Books must play a role in any submission for this exhibit.
Work Size: Pieces must be portable. One piece per artist.
Entry Requirements:
Submit personal Information including: applicant name, business name (if applicable), home phone, cell phone, email address and mailing address.
Attach four jpeg images of samples of your art.
Submit completed entry requirements to: mcphersontm@muni.org
Selection Process: Artists will be selected by the Book Sale Committee
Unsold Artwork: May be displayed at other locations including neighborhood libraries if artists wish. Otherwise pick up on Oct. 1.
Deadline for submissions Friday 22 April 2011


04.11.2011
Post-it Note Art Contest
I apologize for the quality of this image. For additional information regarding this call, visit www.anchoragepress.com I’m really excited to see the results in the upcoming Press. Good luck!
Here’s a fun link to inspire you for Thursday. http://weburbanist.com/2008/01/24/more-unusual-art-from-everyday-materials-16-post-it-note-pranks-sculptures-and-murals/
03.22.2011
Yep it’s true. They are everywhere up here. They are on most every street corner trying to bum cigarettes and are always digging through the garbage looking for a few quarters to keep up with their gambling problems. You should see them at the dog track. Geez. Darn bears.
03.21.2011
We have moved to Alaska! So much to tell you about!
We just moved to Anchorage a little over a month ago and there is so much to tell! Firstly..Anchorage is a happening town. I kid you not!
I can not believe all of the incredibly kind, welcoming, creative and talented people I have met, in such a short time. I don’t think I’ll go into as much detail as I would like to (in this post) but just you wait. I have so much to share with you about Alaska…about Alaska and the arts and ceramics in this area.
I’m happy to say I have met my people and found a kiln (actually 2 kilns and a timer). I’ve also found a downtown studio space, shared with 9 other really talented artists. The name of the space is The Upstairs Studio. The space is great, equipped with a gallery space, comfy seating in a common artist’s space, 2 fridges and a great group of women. The gallery participates in First Friday’s and I highly recommend checking them out. The artists involved are an active, motivated group of contemporary artists.
