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CWCA NEWS  January 30, 2011
news from CWCA/info/opportunities 
In This Issue
news today:
support the NEA
support Arts in Chicago
heads up forum- smart phones...
Lois Weisberg
workshop & birthday party
welcome
check out new posts
NEW-LISTS, Art Dates, News, Resources
BLOGS - how to
 Quick Links
Join Our Mailing List

news today: 

 

ART & POLITICS 

- Support the National Endowment for the arts! Now!
- Let the Chicago mayoral candidates know that art matters! Now!

- Don't miss this Heads UP! FORUM:

            Smart Phones and Dumb Laws... Feb 18
- Lois Weisberg Leaves post as Cultural Affairs Commissioner

 

Workshop

Let it Shine workshop & party - Feb 5
 

The 2011 WCA National Conference and Lifetime Achievement Awards are only two weeks away!

For the most updated information visit:

http://nationalwca.org/conference/currentconfer.php  

Support WCA Buy a raffle ticket:

http://nationalwca.org/applicants/raffle.php 

CALL TO ACTION

State of the Union Address

President Barack Obama delivered his annual State of the Union speech before the United States Congress where he addressed three areas of concern that resonate with arts advocates:
federal spending, jobs and education policy.

Earlier this week, 165 conservative members of Congress representing the Republican Study Committee called for termination of the National Endowment for the Arts and key arts education programs at the U.S. Department of Education. We know that the battle to protect these programs will be tough this year, but with your help, not insurmountable.
 
More info:
 
http://cwcacalls.blogspot.com/2011/01/state-of-union-adress.html
 

Please take two minutes to take action and send a message to your member of Congress in support of the National Endowment for the arts.

http://capwiz.com/artsusa/utr/1/JEMDOJWFJQ/JGLCOJYIFF/6373254491>
or arts education at the U.S. Department of Education
http://capwiz.com/artsusa/utr/1/JEMDOJWFJQ/GFVYOJYIFG/6373254491> .

Help Support the Arts in Chicago!

Chicagoans will soon elect a new mayor for the first time in 22 years. The next mayor will make decisions that will impact Chicago's arts industry for generations.

To tell the candidates that the arts matter, sign this petition!
www.artspowerchicago.com/sign-petition
To learn more about how arts affect the economy and for more information on this campaign visit :
www.artspowerchicago.com
 More info:
http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/2011/01/help-support-arts.html

Heads Up!

Smart Phones and Dumb Laws:

Will Your Cell Phone Make You A Criminal?


The Rising Wave of Repression Against Documenting Dissent and Police Misconduct

Friday, February 18, 2011 at 7pm
Tom Robinson Gallery
2416 W. North Ave., Chicago

As cellphone video recording becomes easier and more popular, police and prosecutors are taking increasingly repressive steps to counteract the ability of everyday people - as well as independent and citizen journalists - to document police misconduct, political protest, and newsworthy events. Are you in danger of arrest, even a felony conviction, for pulling your cellphone out in public places to record the police, acts of political protest, or newsworthy events?

Come and learn how you can take a stand for our rights - and help make law enforcement accountable. Join us for a forum with Gregory Koger, Chris Drew and their attorneys, Jed Stone and Mark Weinberg. Both Gregory and Chris have been arrested for recording public acts of political protest.

Sponsored by the Chicago Women's Caucus for Art, The Ad Hoc Committee for Reason, World Can't Wait - Chicago & Evanston Chapters

Endorsed by the Chicago Coalition Against War and Racism


 More info:
http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/2011/01/heads-up.html

Lois Weisberg Leaves post as Cultural Affairs Commissioner


Lois Weisberg, the last remaining member of Mayor Richard M. Daley's origional cabinet is leaving her post.

An article from Greg H, from Chicago Business states:
Cultural Affairs Commissioner Lois Weisberg -- who has served as City
Hall's cultural czarina since the Harold Washington days -- has
submitted her resignation, effective Feb. 1.

She's not going quietly.

 More info:
http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/2011/01/lois-weisberg-leaves-post-as-cultural.html

reminder - WORKSHOP & BIRTHDAY PARTY
Let It Shine: Promoting Yourself as a Visual Artist
 

The workshop will be  held on Saturday February 5th from 2-5pm at the Tom Robinson Gallery 2416 W.  North Avenue in Chicago.

To RSVP contact  Michele  Williams at happygirlmichele@earthlink.net
 
or 773.404.0480

A $10 donation is requested.  Refreshments will be served.

Immediately  followed by Michele Williams Birthday Party from 5-11 pm also at Tom Robinson  Gallery.
 

 More info:
http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/2011/01/let-it-shine-flyer.html
 
welcome to our new intern Heather Essig
if you are having trouble posting to the blog, send it to Heather and she can do it. OR she can send you the instructional powerpoint.
contact her at:
h.essig@yahoo.com
 
Check out new art calls - new posts
http://cwcacalls.blogspot.com/

Check out the member news, services, and classes
http://cwcamemberblog.blogspot.com/

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/

ART PRESS & ART RESOURCE LISTS:
Compiled by Caroll Michels
Career coach and artist-advocate
Author of How to Survive & Prosper as an Artist: Selling Yourself without Selling Your Soul(Henry Holt & Company, 6th edition, 2009)
All lists may be used for multiple mailings at no extra charge. Lists
are updated on an ongoing basis. Orders are filled with  the most recent update.
International, National & Regional Art Press Contacts List, New York Area Art Press Contacts List, Art Critics List, Interior Design, Architecture & Landscape Design Press List, Museum and Independent Curators, Art Consultants,
http://www.carollmichels.com/resources/resources.htm
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". Or contact Heather directly: h.essig@yahoo.com
You can post your own blog and have total control. Request the instructional powerpoint from Heather.
bert leveille in front of large painting
The mission of the Women's Caucus for Art is to create community through art, education and social activism.

We are committed to:
  • recognizing the contribution 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
Chicago Women's Caucus for Art was Established in 1973

meetings last Tuesday of the month - FEB 22, 2011
 


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