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Kozachek creates art that plays
Janet Kozachek is a multi-disciplinary artist who has studied and created art all over the world. Recently, she has been creating art that plays by turning her mosaic sculptures into playable musical instruments; she has recently exhibited and performed them at McDanielCollege in Maryland.
While working, Janet listens to opera, jazz, classic rock, classical music from the early Renaissance for inspiration. Janet also creates edible art by cooking gourmet food. To find out more about Janet and her
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Bish writes songs for families
Betsy Bish is a children's singer & songwriter who offers entertainment for families, educational school or library programs. She most recently completed her third album of original songs for children and families to share. Betsy's biggest inspiration - second only to her children - is her quaint home in the middle of a forest. Almost all of her songs are based on things she has seen, heard, felt or thought of while I was at home. To read more about Betsy and her work, visit the Songs for the Family website.
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Support local artists at the Sustainable Holiday Celebration!
Sustainable Midlands will host the Sustainable Holiday Celebration on Nov. 29 starting at 4:30 p.m. at 701 Whaley Street. Come by to support local producers, artisans, and non-profits. For more information, visit the Sustainable Midlands website.
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There are now so many SC-based Kickstarter projects that we can't cover them all! That means you've been sharing the wealth. Nice!
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"Without change there is no innovation, creativity, or incentive for improvement. Those who initiate change will have a better opportunity to manage the change that is inevitable." - William Powell
Truer words were never spoken, especially in this country's current state of economic flux. But creativity and innovation are native territory for arts folks, and when artistic creativity combines with entrepreneurship, exciting things can happen:
- In Spartanburg, they've recently opened an innovative bookstore in the growing family of Hub City projects. Hub City Bookshop operates as a nonprofit to nurture new and established authors in the area.
- The deadline for our first round of Innovative Partnership Grant applications is fast approaching, so start working out your great ideas with local educators so you can get them to us by Jan. 15.
- Each of our featured artists is an innovator within her field, carving out her own sustainable career path using talent and creative thinking.
I hope this issue will inspire some new ideas and fresh perspectives for all of you. As always, please let us know how we can help you achieve your goals!
Ken May
Executive Director
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 A one-of-a-kind bookstore opens in Spartanburg
The new Hub City Bookshop in Spartanburg is the first of its kind, but let's hope it isn't the last. Built in a grassroots campaign using financial contributions from the community in addition to city grants and loans, the Bookshop is the first nonprofit bookstore with its own in-house press in the country.
Part of a historic building renovation project, the Bookshop is adjacent to a coffee shop and a bakery. With each book purchased at the store, new writers are supported and launched into the literary world. All proceeds from the sale of books fund creative writing education and independent book publishing in the Spartanburg community. To learn more, visit Hub City. |
 Innovative Partnership Grants: deadline Jan. 15Artists, along with colleges and universities, and arts organizations, are encouraged to partner with local schools or school districts to apply for the new Innovative Partnership grant to provide arts programming for students. Grants may be used to fund in-school, after-school, or summer arts programs that meet the educational, developmental or social needs of students in your community. Grant guidelines and details are available on the website. The application deadline is Jan. 15. For more information, contact Kim Harne, (803) 734-8630.
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 Bringing business to the community via the arts
Morihiko Nakahara wants to help bring business to Columbia. No, he's not a banker or an expert on roads or water and sewer. And he's not the go-to guy on the area's work force. Nakahara knows Bach, bassoons and batons.
The conductor of the SC Philharmonic, music director, Morihiko Nakahara.Into his third season as conductor of the S.C. Philharmonic, Nakahara believes he could help recruit new industry by showing off the Midlands' depth. Read the complete article at The State's website.
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 Who has made the difference in your career?
To recognize outstanding achievement and contributions to the arts in South Carolina, the Arts Commission annually presents the Elizabeth O'Neill Verner Awards, the highest honor the state gives in the arts. These awards honor South Carolina arts organizations, patrons, artists, members of the business community, and government entities who maximize their roles as innovators, supporters and advocates of the arts. Please take this opportunity to nominate a teacher, mentor, artist, or business who has helped propel your career in South Carolina. The deadline is Dec. 15! |
 Donate unneeded instruments to aspiring young musicians
Cody's Replay, a program of the Musicians and Songwriters Guild of SC, donates new and refurbished instruments to young musicians who do not have access to an instrument. Cody's Replay accepts instruments of all types, but especially needs electric and acoustic guitars.
Many recipients of these instruments are undergoing medical treatment for diseases such as cancer, cystic fibrosis and sickle cell anemia, to name a few. To donate instruments or to find out more about the program, visit the MSGSC website or send an email to vicki@shocasepromo.com.
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 Free legal support available for artists and arts organizations
S.C. artists and arts organizations have a new resource for legal assistance. The South Carolina Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (SCVLA) is a need-based service that provides pro bono assistance to the arts community. The service uses an online application to match artists and arts organization with lawyers who are donating their time. Artists and arts organizations seeking legal advice, or lawyers interested in volunteering their services, can visit the SCVLA's website to complete an online application. The project is a collaboration between the USC School of Law Pro Bono Program, the USC School of Law Nonprofit Organizations Clinic, the S.C. Arts Commission and the S.C. Bar Pro Bono Program. |
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The South Carolina Arts
Commission is the state agency charged with creating a thriving arts environment
that benefits all South Carolinians, regardless of their location or
circumstances. Created by the South Carolina General Assembly in 1967, the Arts
Commission works to increase public participation in the arts by providing
services, grants and leadership initiatives in three areas: arts education,
community arts development and artist development. Headquartered in Columbia, S.C., the Arts Commission is funded by the
state of South Carolina, by the federal government through the National
Endowment for the Arts and other sources. For more
information, visit South Carolina Arts or call
803.734.8696.
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