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Welcome to the Peninsula Arts Council's SMart Newsletter!
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About PAC
-Promotes and cultivates the arts through marketing, outreach and education initiatives.
-Honors artistic achievement in San Mateo County through an annual Diamond Awards event.
-Provides resources to support and increase county arts in education activities.
-Maintains a monthly event calendar.
-Hosts an artist's registry to help promote local artists.
-Serves as a community partner, fiscal sponsor and resource.
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PRE-DIAMOND AWARDS AUCTION ITEM - PRIVATE TOUR OF SAM'S CASTLE FOR 30! San Mateo County has numerous unique attractions and Sam's Castle in Pacifica is
a "must see".The Sam Mazza Foundation generously donated an auction prize for the Diamond Awards. The highest bidder will enjoy an afternoon at Sam's Castle in Pacifica. You and 30 of your friends, family or colleagues are invited for a private tour and either afternoon tea or wine and cheese. Date/times must be approved by the Executive Director. Some restrictions apply (adults only). This exclusive offer is valued at $1000.00. PAC is now accepting electronic bids starting at $250 for this special prize and final bids will be accepted at the Diamond Awards on January 27. Funds generated specifically from this incredible auction item will be used to start a public art fund. Don't Miss Out! Send us your contact information and bid amount today!
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Peninsula Arts Council received over 50 outstanding nominations in nine categories for its Diamond Awards. Thank you to all who submitted nominations and congratulations to all nominees!
See all nominees
Congratulations to this year's winners :
Individual Artist - Albert Guibara, Sculptor
Arts Organization - Djerassi Resident Artists Program/Dennis O'Leary
Ray Lorenzato Young Artist - Jenna Scandalios, jazz vocal soloist from Menlo Atherton High School
Arts Educator - Ehud Krauss from Hillcrest School
Arts Volunteer -Anneka Gaenslen from Music at Kohl Mansion
Donor Support - San Mateo Credit Union/RWC Branch
Local Business Support - The Capezio Dance Theatre Shop/Lisa Forte
Government Support - Redwood City Park, Recreation & Community Services/Chris Beth & Lucas Wilder
Special Recognition - Tom Rogers from Filoli Center and Ercie Santos, SSF Cultural Arts Specialist
The award winners will be celebrated on Thursday evening, January 27, 2011, 5:30-8:00 p.m. at Redwood Shores Community Library, 399 Marine Parkway. The evening includes a reception, silent auction, musical performances, guest speaker and awards presentation. We are pleased to announce that his year's Honorary Chair is Kory Heinzen, talented Dreamworks art director.
Space is limited, so please RSVP with the number in your party by January 21st to (650) 591-2101 or info@peninsulaartscouncil.org Thank you. |
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Volunteers Needed for Floral Design
Opportunity for talented floral designers to create inspirational arts-themed floral displays! We need five large vases of flowers to enhance the reception space for the Diamond Awards. This year's theme incorporates bronze, gold, silver and purple tones; displays can be wintry and arts-themed. To showcase your floral designs, please contact us.
Sponsorships - The deadline to submit in-kind donations and sponsorships for the Diamond Awards is December 31, 2010. These important donations underwrite the expenses for this annual countywide awards recognition event. Please mail them directly to PAC. Thank you. Click for a full list of sponsors and donators |
 Featured Artist Registry Member of the Month: Patt Sheldon
Patt Sheldon is a local girl born in San Francisco and raised on the Peninsula. She taught in the  Belmont-Redwood Shores School District for 35 years, and never considered herself artistic, though her flare for color showed in her wardrobe. Patt is a talented weaver, knitter and jewelry designer and sells locally and at several shows each year. Last year she started the group called Colony of Coastside Artists which now has 61 members who meet monthly. The group is open to anyone living on the coast who is interested in art. See Patt's work |
Arts Profile - Joyce Faulkner and Guy Magallanes
 Last month we featured Joyce and Guy and inadvertently left out the link to our interview with them. So if you missed them last month, click the blue link and enjoy learning more about this dynamic watercolor duo! Be sure to also see their exciting PBS series--Art2Art-- airing Saturday mornings on KCSM Public Television at 9 a.m.
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Call for Artists -DEADLINE JANUARY 14, 2011
Cover Art Needed for Upcoming Cabrillo Cultural Corridor Brochure - PAC is hosting a Call for Artists to produce cover artwork for a new art and culture brochure & map guide that will highlight coastal artists and unique offerings on the coast. The guide is geared towards locals and tourists interested in art, food, wine and nature along Hwy 1 between Pacifica and Pescadero. Winner will be selected by a panel of judges at an artist reception, receive $250 and gain exposure for their work by being featured on 10,000 brochures. For more details on the contest
If you know of a coastal business, organization or artist who would like to be highlighted in the new guide, please email us. |
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Silicon Valley Open Studios Registration Closes Jan 15!
Silicon Valley Open Studios: Three weekends in May, hundreds of artists, thousands of stories, unlimited imagination...
Each May artists throughout San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties open their studios to the public to exhibit and sell their work. If you're an artist who wants to participate in SVOS 2011, you must register by Jan 15th. Learn more
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Projects for Public Spaces - Bold Moves and Brave Actions
 More than just a separated bike path, the Downtown Indianapolis Cultural Trail is an economic development tool that will help support and connect the city's many cultural and civic destinations. It will help revitalize the inner city by bringing more people downtown and increasing the length of time that people spend in the central city. It will also enhance street life at existing destinations and help foster new public spaces throughout the downtown. Read more |
The Peninsula Arts Council is a non-profit organization serving San Mateo County to enhance opportunities for arts experiences and expression for all ages, promote resource sharing and collaboration, and advocate for the arts.
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