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News from Austin Art in Public Places MAY 2016
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 Hello Black Bird!
Republic Square Park will begin a renovation project in the summer of this year. As part of the renovations, local artists Joseph and Holly Kincannon of Kincannon Studios have been commissioned to create Black Bird for the park. In the words of the artists, this family-friendly sculpture references "our social identity as non-conformists, lover of eccentrics and outlier iconography, Austin's grackles, and the whisper of music."
Black Bird will be carved from Texas Cordova Cream limestone and coated with a black lacquer buffed to a luster finish. The surface pattern draws from Oaxacan style pottery and the bird's tail will be cast bronze with a black patina finish. Black Bird will be nestled among the existing Cypress trees in the northwest portion of the park.
About the artists
Joseph Kincannon and Holly Young-Kincannon have been working in Austin since 1992. Their practice is devoted to architecture, urban design, stone carving and masonry construction. More information about their east Austin studio can be found at KincannonStudios.com.
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Artists INC Seminars - Apply Today!
Want to learn how to transform your passion into a business? The Artist INC Seminar addresses the specific business needs and challenges artists of all disciplines face every day. Artists gather for one night a week for eight weeks to learn business skills specific to their arts practice and work to hone and apply those skills cooperatively with their peers.
Using an innovative class design, artists learn and grow together through mentoring, small group application activities, as well as large group discussion and multi-media lecture.
Musicians, writers, actors, performing and visual artists are encouraged to apply online at www.austintexas.gov/ArtistINCATX between May 2 and June 27, 2016.
Attend an Artist INC information session to learn more To learn more about the 2016 Artist INC program attend one of our info sessions. Seats fill up fast, so be sure to RSVP! Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 pm at the Dougherty Arts Center Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 pm at the Spicewood Springs Library Branch Wednesday, June 1 at 3:00 pm at the Cepeda Branch Library
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Applications are open May 2 - June 27!
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AIPP Projects Recognized by Austin Critic's Table Award
Two AIPP projects have been nominated for an Austin Critic's Table Award! The Critic's Table Awards are an annual recognition of achievement in the arts selected by writers from the Austin American Statesman and Austin Chronicle.
Nominated Project: Las Pi�atas by David Goujon
In the category of Independent or Public Art Project, two of the nominees were commissioned by Austin Art in Public Places' TEMPO temporary art program: Omission by Juan Deleon and Las Pi�atas by David Goujon.
In addition, another nominee in this category, Sound Atlas by Steve Parker, was commissioned as part of the Drawing Lines project, a public-private partnership between the City's Cultural Arts Division and GO Collaborative, Public City, and Fisterra Studio. The winners will be announced at a free ceremony on May 23, 7pm, at Cap City Comedy Club.
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Golden Afternoon Lights up the Celebration
AIPP recently celebrated the newest addition to the City's public art collection, Golden Afternoon, a 40' x 40' art installation which incorporates light capable of interacting with the viewer by artists Rick Lin and Shagun Singh of Urban Matter Inc.
Artists Shagun Singh and Rick Lin stand in the foreground as
Cultural Arts Division Manager Meghan Wells talks about the artwork
Located in the Seaholm Underground Parking Garage, Golden Afternoon stretches along multiple levels and responds to movement with a dazzling display of light and color. Make sure to check it out!
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Art in Progress: Spin and Array
As work around Austin's new Central Library and the Seaholm District continues, AIPP will soon bring new artwork to the area with Spin and Array by local artist Judd Graham. Array will consist of nine bollard sleeves to be installed along a new festival street in the Seaholm District. Spin will be a single sculpture placed in proximity to Array, and will be similar in materials and design but much larger than the bollard sleeves in scale, and able to spin with a push from the viewer.The artworks are currently in fabrication, and are being made from solid steel bar that is "fullered" on one side during forging to create a textured pattern. Look for these sculptures when 2nd Street Extension opens to the public this fall.
Artist Judd Graham working on the hand-forged components of the bollards
Sketch and mock-up of one of the bollard sleeves making up Array
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Selection from The People's Gallery by (L-R) Jess Bee, Barbara Attwell, and Cherry Taylor
Art After Six @ The People's Gallery
When: Last Friday of each month from May through August (5/27, 6/24, 7/29, and 8/26)
Extended gallery hours from 6:00 - 8:00 pm; Artist talks begin at 6:15 pm
Where: The People's Gallery at City Hall, 301 W. 2nd Street
Stop by The People's Gallery at City Hall (301 E. 2nd Street) for extended gallery hours and talks by artists from the 2016 exhibition. Artist talks will begin at 6:15 pm in The Boards & Commissions room. The gallery will be open for self-guided tours from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Pick up a gallery guide on the first floor. Limited free parking is available in the City Hall parking garage; other parking downtown is provided at a fee on a first-come, first-served basis.
AIPP Open Office Hours
When: Friday May 13th, 2:00-4:00 pm
Where: Cultural Arts Division offices, 201 E. 2nd Street
Curious about the art selection process? Interested in applying for a public art commission? Visit us during our monthly office hours the second Friday of each month, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m., at Cultural Arts Division offices (201 E. 2nd Street). No appointments necessary!
Observance of Memorial Day
The City of Austin Cultural Arts Division will be closed on Monday, May 30th in observance of Memorial Day.
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CALL TO ARTISTS
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Looking for the latest AIPP Opportunities?
Make sure to visit the AIPP website for the latest artist opportunities
and to download complete instructions and project details.
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All applications are accepted through publicartist.org/austinaipp/
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Artist INC Applications Now Open
Applications due by Monday, June 27
Apply Online at www.austintexas.gov/ArtistINCATX
Applications are now open for Artist INC, a seminar series addressing the specific business needs and challenges artists of all disciplines face every day. Artists gather for one night a week for eight weeks to learn business skills specific to their arts practice and work to hone and apply those skills cooperatively with their peers. Using an innovative class design, artists learn and grow together through mentoring, small group application activities, as well as large group discussion and multi-media lecture.
Want to learn more about Artist INC? RSVP for an info sessions below. Hurry- seats fill up fast!
Tuesday, May 17 at 6:30 pm at the Dougherty Arts Center Tuesday, May 24 at 6:00 pm at the Spicewood Springs Library Branch Wednesday, June 1 at 3:00 pm at the Cepeda Branch Library
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Other Artwork Opportunities
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COLLECTION SPOTLIGHT
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She is Alive!
by Jerald Don Evans
She Is Alive! by artist Jerald Don Evans was installed in 2001 at the George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center at 1165 Angelina Street. This bronze sculpture commemorates the first three African American firefighters hired by the City of Austin in 1952 marking a significant historical moment in the years leading up to the Civil Rights Movement. For future generations of residents and visitors, this memorial will convey the impact of these men's lives and honor their service to the city.
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by Jerald Don Evans
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ABOUT US
Art in Public Places is the City of Austin's public arts program. We acquire, commission, and maintain works of art for City facilities and parks for the cultural enrichment of the Austin Community. AIPP is a program of the City of Austin's Cultural Arts Division within the Economic Development Department.
ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PANEL MEETINGS
The AIPP Panel is a seven-member standing committee of volunteer visual arts professionals, appointed by the Arts Commission to help guide AIPP. AIPP Panel meetings are the first Monday of each month (excepting holidays) at 6 p.m. at the Cultural Arts Division Offices, 201 E. 2nd St and are open to the public. Come see how the whole process unfolds!
AUSTIN ARTS COMMISSION
The Arts Commission is comprised of citizens appointed by City Council to help advise council in all arts-related matters. After the AIPP Panel votes on a project or opportunity, the Arts Commission reviews and decides which projects to move forward. Arts Commission meetings are the third Monday of each month (excepting holidays) at 6 pm and are open to the public. Check the meeting agendas for locations
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