CWCA committed to supporting women in the arts
CWCA NEWS  JUNE 2, 2010
news from CWCA/info/opportunities CORRECTION
In This Issue
CWCA RETREAT
Meeting JUNE 22
Reminder - Summer Board Meeting
Art Dates, News, Resources
WCA mission statement
BLOGS
 Quick Links
Our Sponsors
bert leveille in front of large painting



Join Our Mailing List
CWCA RETREAT - PLEASE SEE CORRECTED PHONE NUMBER!
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, 815-751-7647.
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).
Reminder - SUMMER BOARD MEETING

SUMMER BOARD MEETING travel assistance
If you are interested in attending and would like to accompany Dale Osterle (president of CWCA for 8 years) and assist her with her wheelchair, she is offering to pay your airfare. If interested please call Dale at 815-751-7647.


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 president@nationalwca.org 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
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 chicagowca@gmail.com the name of the event and details along with a photo if available. Please state in your email "To Post on Blog".
bert leveille in front of large painting
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       chicagowca@gmail.com