CWCA committed to supporting women in the arts
CWCA NEWS  May 28, 2010
news from CWCA/info/opportunities
In This Issue
Meeting May 18
check out new posts
CWCA RETREAT
Reminder - Summer Board Meeting
More Scams
Art Dates, News, Resources
WCA mission statement
BLOGS
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Our Sponsors
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NEXT MEETING
Tuesday, June 22, 7:00 p.m.
We decided to meet every 4th Tuesday unless there is a change.  The next meeting is at Laura Cerf-Dahl's  house, 3009 W. Sherwin, Chicago. She is approximately 1 or 2 streets north of Touhy (7200 North) and about 2 blocks west of California Ave. (2800 west).
Check out the member and art call blogs - new posts

http://cwcacalls.blogspot.com/

http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/
CWCA RETREAT
CWCA is planning a "retreat" (fun week-end) in Two Rivers, WI.  We need to know what dates may be convenient for you.  There is an Inn or hotel up there as  well as Margaret Lutze has a summer home.  Here are a couple of dates, July 23 -25, July 30 - Aug. 1, Aug. 6 - 8, or in Sept.
 
Call Dale Osterle for details, 815.751-7646
Reminder - SUMMER BOARD MEETING

SAN FRANCISCO - City by the Bay for the National WCA board meeting and the Pacific Region Eco Arts Conference June 23 - 27, 2010.

NATIONAL needs to have a head count and contact information for all who are attending the WCA events.
Please email [email protected] the following information by Monday June 14.

1.     Your name

2.     Cell phone number

3.     Arrival date and information

4.     Departure date and information

5.     Hotel

6.     Indicate what events you are attending:

________    Thursday - Bus Tour,

________    Friday - Eco-Art Conference,

________    Saturday - Executive Board Meeting,

________    Saturday - Chapter Rep/VP meeting

________    Sunday - Board meeting
SCAM EMAIL! Another one - be aware - be careful

    Greetings to you,
 
     I am Mr Anderson from  UK.I was contracted to book for Art lessons for some students that will be  coming from Dubai,specifically for the classes. I want to believe i made this  inquiry to the right instructor that can handle these students. They would  like to book for 2 weeks art and craft lessons for 3 hours each day, Monday to  Friday (morning hours) for a group of 5.But it is flexible,incase you have a  better offer they will be arriving on the Date of 10th of july and starting  classes by 13 of july till 28th of july 2010 I will like to know your area of  expertise on arts and craft and the one you teach,Hope you accept credit  cards? How ever,am the agent has been contracted for their accommodation and  flight tickets and van hiring and other logistics.So all am asking of you is  to get back to me with the grand total cost for the whole of their training in  your facility for the period specified. Thanks Anderson +447045709832
Art Dates, News & Resources

For Gallery NEWS:
chicagogallerynews

CAR - another great resource:
www.chicagoartistsresource.org

Another Resource for opportunities:
http://artdeadline.com/

another "ART LETTER" from Paul Klein
http://www.artletter.com/

Red Tape Theatre
redtapetheatre

GUERRILLA GIRLS ON TOUR!
http://www.guerrillagirlsontour.blogspot.com/
WCA mission statement

WCA Mission Statement:

Statement of Purpose
long version
The mission of the Women's Caucus for Art is to create a community through art, education, and social activism.
short version
The mission of WCA is to create community through art, education, and social activism.

We are committed to:
- recognizing the contributions of women in the arts
- providing women with leadership opportunities and professional development
- expanding networking and exhibition opportunities for women
- supporting local, national, and global art activism advocating for equity in the arts for all
BLOGS:
Please visit the CWCA blogs for more information.
To do so you can use the links to the left or below to get the latest posts and more info:
The CWCA member blog has the latest posts on member info, exhibits and other information.
The CWCA calls blog has information on calls for exhibit and other opportunities.

To post to one of the blogs email to [email protected] the name of the event and details along with a photo if available. Please state in your email "To Post on Blog".
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Committed to supporting women in the arts.
  • Education about the contributions of women artists
  • Opportunities for the exhibition of women's work
  • Publication of women's writing about art
  • Inclusion of women in the history of art
  • Professional equity for all
  • Respect for all individuals without discrimination
  • Supporting legislation relevant to our goals
Funding for CWCA programs and events is provided by a City Arts Grant from The Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs.
Chicago Women's Caucus for Art was Established in 1973
meetings every 4th tuesday

MEETING - June 22, 2010          www.chicagowca.com       [email protected]