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Greetings!
 The Artist Trust office has been buzzing on the weekends with the EDGE Professional Development Program for Filmmakers. All you literary artists out there, don't forget to apply for EDGE for Writers by December 7! Info below.
Here are the highlights of the day...
[Film EDGErs hard at work in Artist Trust's Resource Room. photo: Fidelma McGinn] |
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 Free Grant Writing Workshops for Artists of all Disciplines
Coming to Ellensburg, Hoquiam, Seattle and Tacoma
Monica Miller, Artist Trust's Director of Programs, will present information on how to apply for grants successfully. You'll get tips on preparing a strong grant application, including "dos and don'ts" for work samples, artist r�sum�s, project proposals and more. Artist Trust's Grants for Artist Projects application will be used as an example and guide. You'll also hear insider's knowledge about panel and selection processes, get detailed information on how to prepare grant application materials, and learn about the vast array of grants available to Washington State artists. Visit our website for schedule and locations.
[Artists at a recent workshop at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center.] |
 EDGE Professional Development Program for Writers
Deadline: December 7, 2009
Applications are due soon for the next EDGE Program for Writers, February 12-March 26, 2010. The EDGE Program equips artists with the relevant and necessary skills to achieve their personal career goals, and the program builds community by promoting peer support and exchange among artists. EDGE for Writers focuses on the tools literary artists need to be successful.
The EDGE Program for Writers is made possible by generous funding from 
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 Artists' Networking Event: Arts & Aging
December 15, 2009 :: 6-8 pm :: Artist Trust
Artist Trust is embarking on a series of events centered on the topic of arts and aging. Estate planning, legacy planning and much more will be addressed in this series.
The December Artists' Networking Event launches this series and is based on Young @ Heart, a film about the senior citizens chorus that has delighted audiences worldwide with their covers of songs by groups such as The Clash and Coldplay. Artist Trust recommends the local screening on December 5, 4pm, at SIFF Cinema. Additional details on the Artists' Networking Event will be available soon, including information on guest speakers.
[Tip Toland, The Whistlers, stoneware, paint, chalk pastels, synthetic hair, 23"x40"x24", 2005.] |
 Artists' Holiday Package
The holidays sneak up on us quickly... get your shopping started now with this creative gift package for the artists in your life (including yourself)! For only $45, you get:
That's $64 worth of goods for only $45 (plus S/H)! Supplies are limited, so order your holiday package today. |
 Get the Health Care You Need at the Artist Clinic
The Artist Clinic is for you! Have you taken advantage of it yet?
Uninsured or underinsured low-income artists can receive vouchers worth up to $150 for health care at Seattle's Country Doctor Community Clinic. Applying is quick and easy.
"I have a catastrophic insurance plan, so in the event I have a major $10,000 injury or something, it is very helpful. However, local office visits for exams and procedures really add-up. So I was really excited to hear about help for artists. I'm finally able to check-in with a doctor and truly see what's going on with my body. After 5 years! :) Thank you!" [Artist] |
 Save the Date to Dream at Artist Trust's 2010 Benefit Art Auction!
February 20, 2010 :: Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center
"You see things; and you say, 'Why?' But I dream things that never were; and I say, 'Why not?'" [George Bernard Shaw]
Make artists' dreams come true. Support Artist Trust in providing opportunities for writers, musicians, visual and craft artists, choreographers, filmmakers and all kinds of artists to create and flourish in our community.
Information on tickets and an online sneak preview coming soon to our website! |
Artist Trust Blog: I Am An Artist
In the latest post to our blog, Fidelma McGinn, Artist Trust's Executive Director, talks about preparing yourself and your art for unforeseen emergencies. |
 Opportunities & Resources for Artists
Check out listings of the most current opportunities and resources for artists, including calls for art, grant deadlines, studio and housing listings, auditions, residencies, health care information, and tons more. Even easier, set up an RSS feed and be the first on your block to hear about newly-posted resources and opportunities like these:
- Studio-Current seeks installation/performance artists/groups for two-month residences. Deadline: 12/4/09
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WordBRIDGE seeks scripts that are nascent in their development and able to profit from two weeks in a professional laboratory. Deadline: 12/31/09
Remember, you can post your own listings! It's free and easy and reaches thousands of people across Washington State and beyond. |
 Arts Events Across Washington
- November 20: Tribute to the Spirit: Little Big Band :: Part of the A-Y-P Symposium, performance featuring Preston Singletary and others. (Seattle)
- Through December 15: Ink Connection - China, Korea, Japan :: Featuring Fumiko Kimura, Patsy Surh O'Connell and others. (Tacoma)
- November 18-December 31: On The Verge :: Exhibit featuring EDGE Professional Development Program graduates Amy Buchheit, Betsy Best-Spadaro, Dayton K. Knipher, Deanna Pindell, Dorothy McGuinness, Julia Lowther, Julia Haack, Molly Magai, Naomi Gray, Stan Raucher, Susan Gans, Terra Fine, Victoria Bjorklund and Zalman Berkowitz. (Tacoma)
Posted events are automatically highlighted on our homepage. Don't miss out letting thousands of arts lovers across the state know about your event!
[Preston Singletary, Raven Steals the Stars, 19.5"x6.5"x6", 2009.] |
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 News from Artist Trust Grant Recipients & EDGE Graduates
Congratulations to:
And check out:
Please let us know what you're up to! And see more accomplishments of our grant recipients and EDGE graduates.
[Holly Senn, Invent, 22"x7"x7", 2006.] | |
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Office Hours
Not in either region? Call us toll-free at 1/866/21-TRUST or email us, And peruse our extensive website full of resources and opportunities 24/7! |
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Be well, and keep in touch, |
Lila Hurwitz, Communications Manager
Artist Trust
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