Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission
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Become a Tour Leader
Artists in Schools Program
Arts Resources
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SMAC UpdateJanuary 24, 2011

Greetings! 

 

Last week I wrote about SMAC's ability to maintain a high level of neutrality in our re-granting programs due to our open and accountable processes and our commitment to inclusiveness. This week I would like to address the issue of balance and neutrality.


SMAC staff works to protect the public process so that it truly is public, and so that no singular interest overpowers others. We also protect the artist and the art design, and in some cases, the laws that protect the art.

 

Our staff protects the integrity of the art selection and approval process, while doing everything possible to support the arts applicant. SMAC staff strives to make sure that all constituents of a public art site are given a voice on a panel and that all arts disciplines are represented by experts in the field for grant panels.  The panelists--arts experts and community members, not SMAC staff--score the applications. 


We are always seeking to balance public interest and the arts, while serving all parties.

Regards,


Rhyena Halpern, Executive Director

Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission
SMUD Gallery Exhibit
Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD)
6301 S Street, Sac.

Power Driven Artists: An Exhibiton of Work by SMUD Employees

Thru January 31, 2011
FREE
Hours -  M-F, 8am-6pm
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Poetry Out Loud
Rosemont High School
9594 Keifer Blvd, Sac

National Recitation Contest

 
Thurs., Feb. 3, 2011
FREE
12pm-4pm
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Airport Gallery Exhibit
Sac. International Airport
6900 Airport Blvd., Sac.

 
In the Studio: Public Artists in Their Private Spaces

Thru April 11, 2011
FREE
Hours - Daily
Brian Goggin  Samson by Brian Goggin

Enjoy a lecture from the artist 

 

Brian Goggin is well known in Sacramento for his public artwork at the Sacramento International Airport, titled "Samson." He creates site-specific sculpture--often with whimsical and unexpected elements.

 

When: Wed., Jan. 26, 6:30pm-8pm
Where: North Natomas Library, Community Room, 4660 Via Ingoglia, Sacramento
Cost: Free
 

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Become a Tour Leader

Tour Guide Training

Winter Tour Guide Training Info Session

The tour guide training program is for art historians, artists, educators, and/or community members who are interested in public art and volunteering to lead public art tours throughout the Sacramento area.

When: Thurs., Jan 27, 2011, 4pm-5pm
Where: SMAC Office, 2030 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento
Cost: Free

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Save the Date: Feb. 25, 2011
Learn About the Artists in Schools Program

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The California Arts Council will be conducting a workshop about their Artists in Schools Program which seeks to to integrate community arts resources--artists and professional art organizations--into a comprehensive, standards-based program that underscores the critical role that the arts play in shaping a student's overall well-being and academic achievement.

When: Fri., Feb. 25, 2011, 11am-12pm
Where: SMAC Office, 2030 Del Paso Blvd., Sacramento
Cost: Free

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Arts Resources & Opportunities

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Workshop: Nonprofit Resource Center: Ask the Expert: Financial Tune-up for the New Year,
Wed. Jan. 26, 12pm-1:30pm
Grants for Orgs: Kresge Organization's Facility Investments and Building Reserves grants, Deadline: Tues. Mar. 1

Grants for Individuals: Princess Grace Awards - Theater, Deadline: Mon., Mar. 21

 

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Buy your Pizza As Art T-shirts at Hot Italian

Enjoy one of Hot Italian's wonderful pies and purchase a PIZZA AS ART t-shirt!  100% of net proceeds benefits Friends of SMAC to help advance the arts community in Sacramento.  Hot Italian is at 1627 16th Street, Sacramento, CA.

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About Us

The Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission is devoted to supporting, promoting, and advocating for the arts in the region. For further information on programs and opportunities through the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission visit the website. SMAC is funded by the City and County of Sacramento.