Art News
La Casita Cultural Center opened its gallery Friday with works by six Latin-American artists
La Casita Cultural Center debuted its art gallery Friday with the opening of "Motifs, Evocations." The exhibition features the work of six artists who are natives of Chile, Cuba, Colombia, Mexico and Puerto Rico and who now live in metro Syracuse.
read the full article by Melinda Johnson on Syracuse.com  | "Westside Geomatic," by James Smith
photo by Mike Greenlar/The Post Standard |
Taking public art to the streets of Syracuse's neighborhoods, parks, libraries, school and creek
Towering structures, hard surfaces, angular and familiar forms are reshaping the landscapes across Syracuse's neighborhoods. The Community-Based Public Art Project has integrated art work close to the homes of city residents. By month's end, six sculptures will have been installed in five residential sections and one downtown location. The project "was an effort to get artwork out into the neighborhoods," says Kate Auwaerter, Syracuse public art coordinator. With $25,000 from the city budget, the Syracuse Public Art Commission was able to fund the commission and installation of public art.
The SPAC decided to disperse the funds rather than make an investment in one major art work. Auwaerter says SPAC wanted community involvement "to see if we couldn't get people thinking about public art in their own neighborhoods all in an effort to bring artwork into people's everyday lives."... read the full article by Melinda Johnson on Syracuse.com 
Syracuse University names Patrick M. Jones to head Setnor School of Music Patrick M. Jones has been named director of the Rose, Jules R. and Stanford S. Setnor School of Music at Syracuse University. He also holds the position of professor of music. Jones has been on the job since July 1. He had been chair of the Music Education Department at Boston University. read the full article by Melinda Johnson on Syracuse.com |
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Links to Arts and Culture Resources in CNY, including:
Art Classes and Workshops, Comedy, Dance, Film and Video, Lecture, Music, Opera, Public Art, Reading, Theater, Visual Arts, Festivals and Annual Events, Other Resources and Initiatives, and Studio Spaces
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News from the Cultural Resources Council:
CRC GRANTS: Funds for the Arts
The Cultural Resources Council has broadened its role as a funding source for arts activity throughout Central New York.
This fall, the CRC will be accepting applications for four different grant programs-- each with a distinct purpose-- serving a total of nine Central New York counties. While the geographic reach of the four programs differs, support will be directed to artists and not-for-profit organizations in Cayuga, Chenango, Cortland, Herkimer, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Otsego and Oswego Counties. (Potential applicants should check the program descriptions to determine eligibility.) Grant programs include:
Community Arts Project Grants Application Deadline Nov. 1 Individual Artist Grants Application Deadline Oct. 20 NYFA Strategic Opportunity Stipends (SOS) App. Deadline Sept. 12 Arts Education Grants (art$TART) Application Deadline Nov. 15 Click here for details and application procedures: CRC GRANTS Click here to find an information workshop in your area: LEARN MORE Grant Information Seminars coming up on Aug. 11, 16 & 23
Technical Assistance Support
CRC Helps Provide Statewide Technical Assistance Support
The Cultural Resources Council recently announced eight grants totaling over $42,000 to local arts agencies and multi-arts centers across New York. The grants were part of a technical assistance initiative administered by CRC for the State and Local Partnership Program of the New York State Council on the Arts. The grants support the engagement of outside experts in areas such as marketing, communications, computer systems, website development; and cultural planning.
"It was a pleasure to assist NYSCA in delivering this much-needed support," said Steve Butler, CRC Executive Director. "In order to sustain quality programs, arts organizations like these must find the resources to address a wide range of administrative needs."
Following a competitive review process, awards were made to The Arts and Cultural Council of Rochester; Carnegie Art Center; Garrison Arts Council; Genesee Valley Council on the Arts; Hubbard Hall Projects; Huntington Arts Council; Lower Adirondack Regional Arts Council; and Springville Center for the Arts.
Applications from a total of twenty-five organizations were reviewed by a panel of experienced arts administrators and consultants: Andrew Marietta, Regional Manager of the New York Council of Nonprofits; Joanne Mongelli, Deputy Director of the Westchester Arts Council; Janet Newcomb, Executive Director of the Orchestra of the Southern Finger Lakes; and Halsey M. North, Chairman of The North Group, Inc.
NYFA Visual Artists Consultations
New York Foundation for the Arts (NYFA)
Statewide Consulting Program to
Provide One on One Consultations to Visual Artists
The Cultural Resources Council will be hosting individual consultations for visual artists with trained New York Foundation for the Arts Statewide Consultants on Saturday, September 24 in Syracuse, NY. Artists seeking professional feedback on questions related to finding exhibition opportunities, sharing a new body of work, preparing an artist statement, planning a website, locating artist residencies or other business issues will get a private 20 minute consultation. The fee is $20 per consultation. If you decide to reserve time with both consultants the fee is $35. This is not a quality based portfolio review, but a chance to get practical and professional advice on the business of your fine art practices. Registration is limited, please email Courtney Rile at communications@mycnyarts.org to reserve an appointment time and request a consulting questionnaire. The questionnaire needs to be turned in prior to attending. Artists may select which consultant to speak with. NYFA Consultants Ben Altman and Leigh Yardley are regional artists/educators who are MARK alumni selected through a competitive process to become consultants capable of providing guidance to both emerging and established artists. NYFA, in collaboration with partnering organizations, chose MARK Alumni based on their demonstrated professional development and leadership skills. This event is part of NYFA's Statewide Consulting Program supported by the Emily Hall Tremaine Foundation.
Click HERE to read the consultant bios on our website.
ON MY OWN TIME 2011
Local Organizations
Join On My Own Time 2011
The Cultural Resources Council, in cooperation with the Everson Museum of Art, is pleased to present the 38th annual On My Own Time participating organizations!  WRVO - Lead Media Sponsor
Upstate Medical University - Gold Level participating company
AXA Advisors LLC
City of Syracuse
County of
Onondaga
Liverpool Art
Center
Lockheed Martin
Loretto
Northland
Communications
O'Brien & Gere
ProLiteracy
L. & J. G. Stickley
Syracuse City
School District
Syracuse Stage
Syracuse University
This past spring, each business hosted its own exhibit of employees' original visual art pieces, created in a wide range of mediums. These individual exhibits were adjudicated by a panel of local professional artists, and the selected pieces will be displayed in a special exhibit at the Everson Museum of Art, opening September 17 and closing on October 16, 2011.
For information about On My Own Time, please click HERE or call the On My Own Time line at 315.435.2162.
THE ADVENTURES OF RUDOLPH
Save the Date!  School Shows:
Wed., Dec. 7, 2011 at 10 AM Thurs., Dec. 8, 2011 at 10 AM Fri., Dec. 9, 2011 at 10 AM & 12 PM Click here to download an order form for the school performances. Orders must be placed by September 30th to receive early bird pricing. Public Performance: Sat., Dec. 10, 2011 at 11 AM This family show, now in its 34th year, is a holiday tradition presented by the Cultural Resources Council performed by the Center for Ballet and Dance Arts. Join us at the Crouse-Hinds Theater, John H. Mulroy Civic Center in Syracuse and help Rudolph and the elves save Christmas from Witch Winter Grey! (All performances will be sign-interpreted.) Tickets for the public performance will go on sale in the fall. Check the CRC website for reservation information. For more information, CLICK HERE to visit the The Adventures of Rudolph page on the CRC's website.
MICHAEL HARMS THEATER FESTIVAL  Save the Date! Next year's festival will be: Saturday, March 31, 2012 For more information, CLICK HERE to visit the Festival page on the CRC's website. If Drama Club Advisers have suggestions for enhancing the Festival next year, contact Jon Wilson at jonwilson@mycnyarts.org with suggestions.
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Opportunity Listings Please click on blue titles for links to more information. If a link doesn't work, contact communications@mycnyarts.org
Calls for Artists / Auditions
National Cup Show 2011 is an exhibit presented by the Dutchess County Arts Association/ Barrett Clay Works in Poughkeepsie, NY, that highlights the many diverse interpretations of the cup. The juror is Adam Welch, Director of Greenwich House Pottery in Manhattan, NY. Open to all U.S. ceramic artists, age 18 and over. All works submitted must be 90% clay. Both functional and non-functional pieces are welcome. Entry fee is $30 for the first 3 images; $6 for each additional image. Entry Deadline is Friday, August 12 at 6 PM. For more information and to download a prospectus visit barrettartcenter.org or contact Loretta Spence at (845) 471-2550 or lspence@barrettartcenter.org or Eileen Sackman at Eileen.Sackman@etceramics.com
Syracuse Vocal Ensemble will hold auditions for its 2011-2012 season on Sun., Aug. 14, starting at 7:00 pm, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 140 Swansea Dr. in Syracuse. Those auditioning will be asked to vocalize, sight-read, and present a non-English aria or art song. Rehearsals are held on Sunday evenings from 5:30-8:00 pm, beginning September 11. Concert dates can be found on the website at www.syracusevocalensemble.org. For more information or to schedule a time slot, please contact Matt Martin at 315-264-5137 or mtw.martin@gmail.com.
Jobs/Volunteers/Grants Box Office Manager position available at the Landmark Theatre. Individual must manage all aspects of ticket sales and record keeping and work closely with outside promoters and groups for their events. Maintain usher database; coordinate, solicit and schedule volunteer ushers and oversee them at events. The successful candidate will be dedicated to customer service, work well under pressure, and have demonstrated customer service and ticket selling skills. General knowledge of computerized ticketing systems and cash management is required, as is proficiency in MS Word, Excel. Full time position. Nights and Weekends required. Please forward cover letter, resume to denise@landmarktheatre.org. COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER- SYRACUSE OPERA seeks a team-oriented individual with excellent written/verbal communication and computer design skills (InDesign). Responsible for maintaining/creating/ managing web site, eBlasts, digital media releases, newsletters, print ads, social media, fundraising appeals, event invitations. Bachelor's required; 3 to 5 years' progressively responsible experience in communications/ fundraising/marketing. FT with benefits. Send cover letter & resume to: employment@syracuseopera.com Start date: 9/6. PATRON SERVICES MANAGER- SYRACUSE OPERA seeks a team-oriented individual with excellent database and computer skills to be ProVenue Max systems specialist (ticketing and fundraising database) and manage Annual Fund & Subscription direct mail campaigns. Must have outstanding customer service skills and be extremely detail-oriented. Excellent written/verbal communication skills are essential; knowledge of ProVenue Max desireable. FT with benefits. Send cover letter & resume to: employment@syracuseopera.com Start date: 9/6 SYRFILMFEST'11 is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic volunteers who want to contribute to the continued success of one of the leading International Film Festivals in the country. By becoming part of the festival team, you will network with other people, see films, and play a valuable role in the festival organization. From theater entrances to hospitality centers to special events, volunteers are everywhere at the Festival. Over 200 volunteers dedicate their time to help make the Festival a thriving environment for international film. As a charitable, not-for-profit cultural organization, SYRFILMFEST has always depended on the generosity of our diverse team of volunteers. We are grateful for the considerable contributions made by our volunteers every year and know that we could not launch the Festival without their dedication and support. If you want to join a devoted group of fun--loving film enthusiasts, please consider joining the SYRFILMFEST team.
SYRFILMFEST'11 will host two volunteer orientation meetings in August/September 2011. If you are interested in becoming a part of the SYRFILMFEST'11 team, please complete the volunteer application on the website, or email info@syrfilm.com for more information.
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Resource Listings
Workshops/Classes/Group Meetings
Ongoing:
Community Darkrooms Classes and Workshops Ongoing. Visit their website HERE for more information.
Clayscapes Pottery Adult classes in handbuilding and wheel throwing for all levels of experience. Find info on current classes on www.clayscapespottery.com
Wacheva Cultural Arts World Dance & Drum Classes in West African dance & drum, Salsa, Samba, NIA, Belly dance, Zumba, Kazoon (afro-modern), Flamenco , Ballroom and women's drumming; Mon. - Sun. Beginners welcome. Go to www.wacheva.com for the complete schedule, or call 315-396-0748. Classes are $10 adults, $7 students.
Downtown Writers Center offers creative writing classes and workshops on a regular basis. For more information click HERE.
Y Arts Register for classes in pottery, drawing, painting, ballroom dance, jazz and ballet. Classes are available to everyone, from preschoolers through adults. Each session lasts for 6 weeks and all art materials are supplied by the Y Arts Studio. Open to YMCA Members and Non-members. Private music lessons also available in guitar, drums, violin, voice, piano and wind instruments. For a complete description of classes and fees visit www.ymcaofgreatersyracuse.org or contact Kat Kane, Arts Studio Director at 637-2025 ext 216.
Open Figure Drawing $8 drop in fee, Wednesdays at Westcott Community Center from 7-10 PM, for info call Iver Johnson 315.475.3400
Other
Giffordslist.org A resource sharing website, administered by the Rosamond Gifford Foundation, for Central New York nonprofits and businesses.
www.ArtsinOswego.org The Oswego Arts Collaborative, a local service and advocacy organization whose mission is to be a catalyst for the economic development and sustainability of visual and performing arts, is compiling a list of artists and arts organizations interested in strengthening the cultural life of Oswego County. All artists, groups and residents interested in receiving regular information about the Collaborative and its initiatives or in taking part in the mission of the Collaborative are asked to email artsinoswego@gmail.com.
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If you have information on an opportunity or resource available to the local arts community including calls for entry, grants, job postings, workshops, classes, etc., please email Courtney Rile at communications@mycnyarts.org. Include basic information and a link to where details can be found online or, if no online presence is available, a contact phone number. The submission deadline is the 20th of each month prior to publication. Thank you.
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