Check out Clint Eccher's work at the CCC this week!

Great space.  Great work. March 31-April 4, 2015

See Open Stage's Romeo and Juliet

MARCH 28 - APRIL 25
LINCOLN CENTER 
MAGNOLIA THEATER
417 W. MAGNOLIA STREET

TICKETS | lctix.com|970.221.6730

Immersed in post Civil War Missouri, this well-told tale of lovers' strife finds an intimate niche within American culture and gives new purpose to the quest for peace in the grips of turmoil. Good intentions are waged against ultimate sacrifice in a truly timeless masterpiece.

PAY WHAT U CAN
THURSDAY 4.2.15 | 7:30 PM
NO RESERVATIONS JUST DONATIONS
DOORS OPEN AT 7 PM

FAB FRIDAY
FRIDAY 4.3.15 | 8 PM
ALL SEATS ARE $15 
FREE BEER FROM
ODELL BREWING CO.!

Mayorial Candidate Ward Luthi Answers Art related questions

1.  Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins?
 The Friday night Gallery Walk is my favorite art event in Fort Collins.

2.  How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community?
I would like to see the FC Arts Community expand.  I run hiking trips around the world, and I love the natural arts environment found in many European cities.  Rather than art being relegated to specific places or times, the art culture seems to pervade their cities.  I would like to see more of that here in Fort Collins, not only in art events but in how we build and lay out our city.

3. Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you think we need one?
 I was not aware.  I think an Arts Council would be a positive move for Fort Collins.

4.  How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins?
To me, art is part of everything we do.  As a candidate for mayor who has a background in urban planning as well as wilderness education, I have worked since the late 1980's to make Fort Collins, our built environment, as beautiful as any natural area or art gallery.

My best,

Ward Luthi
wardformayor.org

Wade Troxell, Candidate for Mayor Responds!

1. Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins?
Ellie Troxell (artist), Ellie Weakley (artist), FOCO Masks (event), New West Fest
(event)
2. How do you envision the future of the Fort Collins Arts Community?
We need to feature “creative innovation” as an economic cluster for Fort Collins;
the arts community is at the core of it. I support pursuit of a Creative District and
Innovation District designations for Fort Collins.
3. Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council? Do you think we
need one?
I need more information. We have a number of arts and cultural boards of
various kinds. The Cultural Resources Board is a broad citizens representation
for the City of Fort Collins. I would like more information or proposal for an Arts
Council.
4. How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins?
I support the arts community in Fort Collins and at CSU in various ways including
leader, sponsor, attendee, participant, contributor and cheerleader. Most
recently, I am the Council liaison to the Cultural Resources Board, financially
supported Streetmosphere, was a technical contributor to the Arts Incubator of the
Rockies, was a guest speaker to the Interior Design, Apparel Design and
Merchandising, Textile Design, and Graphic Design students at their Industry
Connections Day, am a team member of the CSU Creative Innovation Team that
features “design thinking”, and attended a recent performance of the Fort Collins
Symphony.

Visit his website here.

Did you apply to Artspace in Loveland?

Stacey Nick wants to talk to you.

CALLING LOCAL ARTISTS: I'm looking for any Northern Colorado artists who have applied to live at the new Artspace Loveland Arts Campus. If that's you (or someone you know), message me at stacy.nick@kunc.org or give me a call at (970) 350-0817.

Cool Dome Club coming up

     Dome Club at FCMoD presents this pre-eminent event at the OtterBox Digital Dome Theater featuring a live performance by DJ Coult 45 and VJ Timmy Edens. An event like this has never been performed in this region, and is on the cutting edge of fulldome immersive experiences! Coming Friday, April 10th, check out the event details below and get your tickets!

https://www.facebook.com/events/427668014077273/

How will Old Town look this Summer without Streetmosphere?

Scary thought, isn't it?  Well, unless a whole lot of people buy sponsorships soon, you might as well get used to the pot smoking groups on the corner.  Streetmosphere is in trouble and if you own a business or know someone who owns a business in Old Town Fort Collins, encourage them to sponsor Steetmosphere by buying an ad in the booklet or being an Artists sponsor.  You can find more information about saving Streetmosphere here.

Or, better yet, donate now.

And the winners are......

Open Stage announces the winners of their "What Play Do You Want To See next season" survey.

Stage Kiss

By Sarah Ruhl

Directed by Sydney Parks Smith

September 5 through October 3

Superior Donuts

By Tracy Letts

Directed by Emelie Borello

October 31 through November 28

Outside Mullingar

By John Patrick Shanley

Directed by Matthew G. Smith

January 9 to February 6, 2016

The North Plan

By Jason Wells

Directed by David Austin-Groen

February 20 through March 19, 2016

Orphans

By Lyle Kessler

Directed by Peter Anthony

April 2 through April 30, 2016

The Taming of the Shrew

By William Shakespeare

Directed by Denise Burson Freestone

May 28 through June 24, 2016

Outside in the Park at Columbine Health Systems

Anne Bossert is the Local Culture Artist of the Week!

She is so fabulous!  Check out her work on the KRFC website.  

Mishawaka Summer Concert Schedule Announced

Go to their website and check out some great bands this Summer.

Garbage Garage Hosts Earth Day Challenge

The Garbage Garage, an educational center at the Larimer County Landfill, is hosting an Earth Day Art Challenge. They are issuing an Earth Day Challenge to adults (21-100), teens (13-18), and youth (6-12) to create a piece of “ART” from trash!

GUIDELINES:
Pick up a bag of items between March 30 and April 10, 2015,
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Landfill
Business Office or at the Garbage Garage (Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday, 10a.m.-2p.m.) Create your masterpiece and return it to either location (during their hours of operation as above) no later than April 16! It will be on display at the Garbage Garage where visitors will vote for their favorite in each category during Earth Week! (April 20-24.)
PRIZES WILL BE AWARDED!!
Let your imagination fly! Rules will be included in the bag of “stuff.” For more information: e-mail: rwatson@larimer.org or call 970-498-5772.
The Garbage Garage is located at the Larimer County Landfill, 5887 S. Taft Hill Road, Fort Collins.

Create your masterpiece and return it to either location
NO LATER THAN APRIL 16, 2015
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. at the Landfill
Business Office or the Garbage Garage (Tuesday, Thursday, or Friday, 10a.m.-2p.m.)
It will be on display at the Garbage Garage where visitors can vote for their favorite in each category during Earth Week! (April 20-24.)

CHALLENGE RULES
 Every item in the bag must be used in some way;
 Art piece must be designed to be hung or placed on a table;
 Please provide a “Title” for your art piece;
 Items can be folded, rolled, flat, or shaped in any way;
 You may utilize glue, paste, caulk, tape, staples, paper clips, string or rubber bands to hold items together.

Questions? Email Rose Watson at  rwatson@larimer.org or call 970-498-5772.

Good luck!

Storycorps goes mobile

Have you ever heard a Storycorps interview?  they are captivating.  Now, thanks to the new Storycorps App, anyone can do an interview anywhere at anytime.  So, go out and interview your neighbor, your boss, your kid, someone you admire, someone you wonder what the heck they actually do, someone you have issues with, someone you love.  Just do it, communication is the hallmark of community.

How did the Change Leader Institute Go?

 Judd Farner reflects on his time in Salida.

Work with Cory Gilstrap at MOA

Museum of Outdoor Arts (MOA) is recruiting undergraduate and high school senior level interns for its Design and Build Summer Art Program. Interns will work in a professional studio environment with artist in residence, Cory Gilstrap to create works for an exhibition at MOA's indoor gallery. Participants will be awarded a $1,500 stipend and college credit may also be available.

Ideal candidates for the program should have a good understanding of or be enrolled in programs such as painting, drawing, sculpture, wood working, carpentry, industrial design, exhibition design and installation, engineering, electronic engineering, digital media production, graphic design, video etc.

Interested candidates should view http://www.moaonline.org/design-and-build for detailed information about the program and application instructions. The application deadline is April 10, 2015 and the program dates are June 15- August 10, M - F 9:30am-5pm.

Since 1991, MOA's Design and Build program has provided an opportunity for young artists, students and creative minds to express their creativity in collaborative public art and gallery exhibition projects. Assisted by professional artists in residence, Design and Build participants produce exciting and original site-specific art works for public spaces in the Denver metro area and MOA's indoor galleries. Interns find creative solutions to practical challenges as they master the skills to transform their creative ideas into finished pieces.

The program generates temporary public art/exhibitions and offers lessons in collaborative teamwork, problem-solving and aesthetic and technical considerations. From concept to installation, students must consider all elements of the public art process, including environmental concern, safety, budgeting, project design, proposal writing, maquette making, construction, installation and removal. When installed, Design and Build artworks enliven the everyday life of the community. 

Museum of Outdoor Arts
1000 Englewood Parkway
Englewood, CO 80110
303.806.0444
Tue-Thu: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sat: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
http://www.moaonline.org

Studio Culture!

I had a great time on Saturday being interviewed by the lovely gals that are "Studio Culture" at KRFC.   Be sure to listen to our interview on April 9.

Local Artist Anne Aspen

This is Anne Aspen's latest work, "A Portrait of Jane".  If you are a local Artist, and you would like to post recent works, please send it to me at elmorisette@gmail.com

Colorado Musicians Featured in New KUNC Saturday Lineup

The Colorado Sound got it’s start on KRFC (Fort Collins) in 2006.  In 2010 it went independent.  Today, it is the most widely distributed and heard independent music program in the state.  I heard it today on KUNC.  It was wonderful to hear a show focused local music on the local NPR station.

SF Gate talks about all of the awesomeness happening in Loveland

Read about it here.

Mix and Mingle for the Fringe Festival

The 2015 Fort Collins Fringe Festival is August 27th-29th and we want you to be a part of it!

If you are interested in being a part of the Fringe but do not have a specific project you want to spearhead, or if you are a director or writer in need of performers and participants, please plan on attending the Mix and Mingle. Members of The New Commedia will be leading this workshop style brainstorm. You will meet other creative minds like your own to begin the collaboration process. Or if you need help fleshing out your ideas in preparation for the application process. This event is for you.

When: Tuesday, March 31, 2015, 7-9pm
Where: ArtLab Fort Collins, 239 Linden Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524
Tickets: FREE, Click here to register (and perhaps toss in a dollar or two!) Only 40 spots available.

District 2 Candidate Nancy Tellez Writes her response

Below are my responses to your questions. 
1.  Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins?
What I love is the variety of arts-related opportunities in Ft Collins.
The First Friday walks to the local galleries, the variety of stage
performances and concerts, and the museum provide us with a rich cultural
experience.

2.  How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community?
I support the growth of the arts community in Ft. Collins.  For the
specific direction of that growth, I would look to the arts community
itself and those in the broader Ft. Collins community who support the arts.

3. Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you
think we need one?
What should determine that is not whether I think we need an Arts Council,
but whether the arts community and the community-at-large believes there
would be a value in the formation of such a council, what its
responsibilities, membership, etc., should be. 

4.  How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins?
I am a season-ticket holder at the Lincoln Center and the Midtown Arts
Center. I attend performances regularly at Bas Bleu Theater, Open Stage,
and the performing arts center at the former Fort Collins High School
addition, and I frequently participate in First Friday walks.  I also
attend arts events at our local schools. 

Thank you for engaging with the candidates on this important subject.
Nancy

District 6 Candidate Carl Wangsvick Answers questions about the Arts

Our favorite artist is my son Erik, a CSU Grad with a triple major in painting, sculpture, and art history, who is also a musician.  He has exhibited artwork in town, primarily, is involved in Masks and “utilitybox”art, and shown, of course, in our home.  Erik has also held First Friday shows for fellow artists exhibiting along with public school groups he has worked with.  His “Books” show held at downtown Mugs included junior high artists, CSU artists, and local professionals, all in one show. Very inclusive.  Showed the kids see they were real artists too.  It also featured one of his many bands, which perform locally, in the next FOCO MX, and nationally.

A favorite local artist of note is Bob Coonts.  His wife Sally is an old friend. As fellow literature teachers, Anne and I love the theater experience most, attending plays regularly in every venue,from public schools to our local venues, to Denver’s Boetcher. Locally, we often see current and former students who are involved, either onstage or backstage. Quite a thrill. 

2.  How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community?   

Given the right support, the community will grow steadily and have even more of an impact than it has now, which is significant today even at the national level. We will not be resting on our laurels, certainly. 

3.  Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you think we need one? 

Certainly, we need an Arts Council, to encourage that growth and advise civic leaders about opportunities not to be missed. 

4. How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins? 

A pretty long answer, and I hope it is not considered overly proud.

First, we support my son’s art and music careers, as we have for a decade. I bought his irst drum set after seeing it on sale at the music store, next to Discount tires when getting tires. I cancelled the tires, went and got Erik, and got the drums. Best decision ever.

Next, we purchased our home on Westview, designed by Hunter and Price and built for Price, while they were building the CSU campus in the 50’s. Because they knew how much we cared, the Prices sold it to us for 20 thousand less than the bid from an investor who wanted to rent it to students. We restored, and landmarked our home, at the request of the city, after being informed that a city study of 4,000 midcentury buildings found six worth city, state, and nationallandmarking, ours the only residence among those. We cancelled plans for a library addition (two English teachers have a lot of books), and spent 4 thousand and a summer’s work on a remodeled shed library out back instead. Mortgaged the Jeep to get the funds.  After two years’ restoration of the exterior, we got landmarked and were featured on the Historic Homes Tour. So proud. Worth all the time, effort, and expense. The house  is a Usonian style house, with a great room designed after, and built with materials identical to those of, the Danforth Chapel. The interior was superb when we got it, and as finances permit, will have historic furnishings. Our next step is to obtain national landmarking, which then automatically is accompanied by state landmark status.  That takes paperwork and funds to do, but we will do it.

Finally, we enjoy all the local arts and music shows at all levels, and though not able to be collectors, make an exception when bidding on Erik’s works entered in Masks. We support Old Town renewal wholeheartedly. And shows at the CSU Fine Arts center, the remodeled FCHS, are a great example of moving the arts forward in Fort Collins.  (Much more so than a new billion dollar football stadium. Just saying. Seriously, though, preventing CSU from bankrupting itself on such a project would do the arts in Fort Collins a great deal of good, believe me. 

Thanks for asking, Carl Wangsvick and Anne Colwell

Mayorial Candidate Wade Troxel apparently has better things to do.

Thank you for contacting me.  Be sure and visit VoteForWade.org.   -- Wade

Mayorial Candidate Mike Pruznick Responds

 1.  Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins?

I could cheat this question by asking my arts-engaged family for the
right answer, but would rather be honest and say I don't have a
favorite local artist or art event. That said, I hear a lot of good
things about Beet Street, The Lyric, The Aggie, and read the Scene
periodically.  I support the arts and I'm on the record expressing my
concern about the decline in arts.  Arts teach kids how to express
themselves in a positive and constructive manor that overlaps into
personal and work relationships that can solve many of our social
problems before they start.

2.  How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community?

The Citizen comment section State of the City address made it very

clear that the people want more local small events (as opposed to a 

huge stadium or Denver-style performing arts center).  Most arts events 

today (that I'm aware of) are really economic events with art.  They

are about revenue for the non-artist.  I think it would be great if the
Oak Street Plaza had a little stage and artists could check it out like
a pavilion in the park, do performances, sell their wares, ask for
donations using the Amanda Palmer Ted Talk model.  By reducing overhead
and creating smaller and medium venues, the city gives everyone gets a
chance to try and a growth path for those that are successful.  I don't
like the city picking the artists, but providing that opportunity for
the people to pick.

3. Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you think we need one?

I'm not sure what the right tool is, but the arts in public places

program is not enough (it is the city picking the winners and losers).

While pretty freeway overpasses are nice, I would rather see that money

go into developing local arts programs.  I like the idea of an Arts

Incubator to compliment the RMI facility for technology.

4.  How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins? 

I have produced one video for FC Public Media and did a spark for

Ignite Fort Collins.  My daughter plans to take the FC Public Media 
summer video class.  As my current business takes off, I hope to sponsor
more FC Public Media content providers.  My current business project,
Videos NARCing-out Government Misconduct (http://narc.pruzlabs.com),
was born out of my experience with FC Public Media and uses the pay
what you want if you liked it model.

Visit his website for more info

Hip Hop Madness in Greeley!

Hip-Hop Madness is a family-friendly event that takes place from 5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday in the University of Northern Colorado ballrooms, 2012 10th Ave. in Greeley.

Renowned hip-hop dancer Leslie Scott will be a guest speaker. Groups will perform and artists will display their work at a gallery. There will also be live demonstrations of break-dancing, graffiti, DJing and rapping.

The event is free and open to the public. Free pizza will also be served.  Visit the Greely Tribune for more information.

District 6 Candidate Gerry Horack responds to Questions about the Arts in Fort Collins

1.  Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins? Barbara Moore

2. How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community? As is true of many subjects I would look to the knowledge and guidance of others more attuned to the arts and where they are headed in Fort Collins.

3.  Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you think we need one?  Yes I think so.  Again I would look to the knowledge and guidance of others.

4. How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins?  When our children were, we took them to many arts events.  Now that we have grandchildren we expose them to all kinds of experiences including the arts.

Thanks for asking.

Gerry

Loveland has Studio Space!

Hello Artists! Artworks Loveland invites you to apply to join a community of visual artists devoted to creating and learning. We are a nurturing and affordable environment for artists that offers both formal and informal opportunities for collaboration.

Since its inception in 2012, Artworks Loveland has been popular both with artists and arts audiences in the region. The available studio space, ranging in cost from $150 to $500 per month, quickly filled to capacity, and there is a persistent waiting list for artists interested in having a studio and joining the Artworks community. Art lovers are able to attend free public events several times a month, as well as drop in during open hours. Artworks houses a gallery space, which features rotating exhibitions from Artworks artists and other area art makers. More on how to apply here.

Guess what? Arts patrons are more likely to volunteer and VOTE!

So says the National Endowment for the Arts.  

Questions Sent to City Council and Mayorial Candidates

Here is the email I sent out to the Fort Collins City Council and Mayorial Canidates.  I will post responses as I get them.  Feel free to send questions of your own, and I will publish responses here, if you wish.

Hello!  My name is Elizabeth Morisette.  I am the publisher of the Northern Colorado Arts News.  I would like to know how you feel about several issues important to my readers.  I am posting these questions and your replies, as well as your opponents replies on my blog.  

1.  Do you have a favorite Artist or Art Event in Fort Collins? 

2.  How do you envision the future of the the Fort Collins Arts Community?

3. Are you aware that Fort Collins does not have an Arts Council?  Do you think we need one?

4.  How do you personally support the Arts in Fort Collins?

 Thank you in advance for your timely response.

Elizabeth Morisette

northerncoloradoartnews.blogspot.com

Paint a Piano

The City of Fort Collins Art in Public Places Program, in cooperation with community partners Bohemian Foundation and Downtown Development Authority, seek to involve local artists/teams by commissioning them to work with the Pianos About Town Project team to paint murals or otherwise artistically decorate working pianos. 
Deadline: April 3rd, 2015

Learn More

Take your kids (or someone else's) to the museum for free!

Learn some skills online this Summer

Register for online LEAP courses this summer including LEAP 650: Arts Events Management, LEAP 500: Leadership in the Arts, and LEAP 670: Law and the Arts. Become a new you this summer!  Register Here

At the CCC for First Friday

You're invited to attend Clint Eccher's Spring Painting Exhibition at the Community Creative Center (Carnegie Museum). The exhibition, which will include 27 new pieces by Clint Eccher, will be held in conjunction with a juried show that will include 104 paintings from 40 additional artists. Canapés will be provided by Malini Bartels, and participants can enter to win one of four Clint Eccher prints. Running from April 1-4, the reception will be held from 6-9 p.m. on April 3, a First Friday Art Walk night. The Center is located at 200 Mathews Street, just west of the Fort Collins Old Town Library.

Work at Mishawaka

Apply here.

Amadeus at the movies

  In 1984 the film Amadeus took the world by storm, creating a brand new outlook on what was seen as a stodgy, traditional musical genre. The stigma of classical musicians during the past century has been that of being uptight, boring, and even unneeded in the modern world. However, films like Amadeus show these musicians and composers as being just as exciting, outrageous, and entertaining as today’s celebrity artists. To reinforce this fact, the Fort Collins Chamber Music Society is presenting a special screening of Amadeus together with a pre-show reception, an event called “Too Many Notes: Amadeus.”
Along with the screening of the academy award winning movie, musicians from the Fort Collins Chamber Music Society will kick off the event by performing a selection of music ranging from Mozart to the Shins, all while wearing Henry Award-winning period costumes from OpenStage’s recent production of Amadeus. In addition to FCCMS’s live music, actors Jonathan Farwell, who played the role of Antonio Salieri in the touring version of the Broadway stage production of Amadeus, and Stetson Weddle, who has played Mozart in numerous stage productions of the film, will also be performing.

Half of the proceeds from each ticket sale will go back to the Fort Collins Chamber Music Society so we can continue the work of bringing classical music and culture to the Fort Collins community!

When: April 22, 2015, 6:30pm

Where: Lyric Cinema, 300 E Mountain Ave, Fort Collins, CO 80524 (970) 493-0893

For more information visit their website.

Hot Dish Tomorrow night!

Heard of Hot Dish?  It is a informal meeting of Creative Spirits in Fort Collins.  No set agenda, just informal networking.  This Thursday, March 26th, Hot Dish is meeting at The Laboratory Fort Collins at 6:00.  We will be in the back room 'dishing' about art.  Join us!

Groundbreaking ceremony for the New Wing of the CSU Art Museum

This Friday, March 27th at 6:00pm, Colorado State University Art Museum; 1400 Remington St, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524

Several Opportunities to talk to Congressman Jared Polis about the Arts

Town Hall Meeting with Rep. Jared Polis
Saturday, March 28th
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.
Larimer County Building
200 W Oak St.
Fort Collins, CO 80521

Fort Collins Official Office Opening
Wednesday, April 1st
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
1220 S. College Ave.
Fort Collins, CO 80525

Town Hall Meeting with Rep. Jared Polis
Saturday, April 4th
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
228 E. 4th St.
Loveland, CO 80537

He will also visit Bennett Elementary School next week, talking with leaders of the I-25 Coalition, and meeting with folks who have been impacted by wildfires here in Larimer County.

In addition, I hope you'll be able to join me on Saturday, April 11th, for the annual Congressional Art Show in Fort Collins.

Each year, every congressional district across the nation holds an art competition in which high school students compete for the opportunity to have their artwork displayed in the U.S. Capitol. On the 11th, all entries will be on display at 252 Linden St., where he will also be announcing this year's winners. All students, families, teachers and community members to view this celebration of the great artistic talent of our local high school students.

Congressional Art Show Reception
Saturday, April 11th
1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
252 Linden St.
Fort Collins, CO 80524

RSVP for any of these events here

Get your 'Garden in a Box'

 Garden In A Box offers a simple approach to water-wise gardening. The Center for ReSource Conservation’s professionally designed gardens contain perennial, Xeric (low-water) plants for your landscaping needs. Homeowners, communities, and HOAs can plant the gardens to replace turf, reduce watering requirements, and otherwise improve conservation practices for their landscapes.

CSU's Lagoon Summer Concert series Lineup Announced

Every Wednesday during the Summer CSU sponsors a series of concerts called the Lagoon Series.  They have just announced this Summer's lineup.  Check it out here.

Spring Dance Tea

Opera! CSU!

Interns Aren't Free

I have been teaching an Arts Intern Seminar Class this Semester for CSU's LEAP Program. The whole experience has gotten me thinking about how the variety of ways interns are treated by their host organizations and educated by their schools.  I have worked very hard to get my students to understand every facet of their host organizations in social, political, and civic contexts.  Unfortunately, many businesses and non-profit organizations believe an intern is simply a 'free' worker.  In fact, as a host organization you owe the intern a learning opportunity.  That might take extra time and effort on your part, but, in the long run you both have a better experience and possibly a future stellar employee, if you put in the time.  Here is an interesting article on the subject.  As always, I am open to you comments about this issue.

CreARTive community gathering at Lola's Fresh Patina

We are creating something new and exciting at Lola's Fresh Patina and would love to here your thoughts.

Please join us at Lola's for a little FAACC this Friday afternoon for some creARTive community collaboration and of course, cocktails.

We promise to share more upon your arrival!
Please, feel free to invite all your ARTrageous friends.

Lola's Fresh Patina 

1349 Cleveland Ave, Loveland, Colorado 80537

This Friday 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Depot Art Gallery presents $100 or less

Want to see Romeo & Juliet for free?

Thanks to KRFC?  visit the KRFC invite page.

Call to Artists-Longmont Shock Box project

SHOCK ART/AIPP Project

Longmont, Colorado

Deadline for submission: May 12, 2015; 4:00 pm

The Art in Public Places Commission is pleased to release the 2015 Shock Art call to artists! Shock Art is a community public art project to enhance the switchgear boxes throughout the City of Longmont.

Scope of Project:

In 2011, Longmont’s Art in Public Places initiated Shock Art, a community public art project in which five designs were selected by community members to be transformed onto switchgear boxes throughout the community. Every year since this time, AIPP has commissioned five artists to paint the switchgear boxes.

Project Description:

The Art in Public Places Commission has identified five more switchgear boxes to paint in 2015. Each of the five boxes will be painted by a different artist or team of artists.

Eligibility:

While we encourage all local artists to apply for this project, artists from anywhere in Colorado are welcome, as long as they are able to attend a 3-4 hour orientation (date in July TBD) as well as complete the project within the timeframe of the contract.  No additional funds are available for travel or for accommodations.

Preaching to the Choir

But, still important to focus on every once in a while.  Teaching the Arts in School and out of school is critically important for kids.  Here is a Washington Post article of the Top 10 Skills learn from the Arts.    Also, there is a group of Artists that will be discussing Base Camp and how Artists can teach Arts during this established program this summer.  Just come to the next Hot Dish Meeting, This Thursday at 6:00 at the Laboratory.

Be An Artist in Residence at a National Park

Artists have created art in national parks since the late 19th century when famed Hudson River School painters captured the majestic views of our nation's western parks. Today, the sights and sounds in national parks continue to inspire artists in more than 50 residency programs across the country.

Whether staying in a remote wilderness cabin at Denali National Park and Preserve in Alaska or contemplating history at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site in Iowa or working in a contemporary studio overlooking the stone-lined fields at Weir Farm National Historic Site in Connecticut, these programs provide artists with unique opportunities to create works of art in varied natural and cultural settings.

There are programs for visual artists, writers, musicians, and other creative media. Programs vary, but residencies are typically 2 to 4 weeks in length and most include lodging. Often artists are invited to participate in park programs by sharing their art with the public.

Each park in this directory has its own application process and timeline, so please visit the park's website for further information.  Check out the list of parks offering Residencies here.

2015 ART & ACTIVISM PHOTO CONTEST

RULES AND TERMS

Color, Black and White, edited formats are accepted. 

Applicants must LIKE Theo Westenberger's Official Facebook Page.

Applicants may submit up to Three Photographs per competition.

When you submit your photograph, you give us the right to publish your photograph with your credit.

 ELIGIBILITY

The Contest is Open to All Individuals over the Age of 18.  Applicants must be the creator and sole owner of the photographs.

SELECTION PROCESS AND PRIZES

Contestants will receive an automatic email confirming their submission.

Finalists will be notified via email and Notable Entries will be posted on Facebook.

The Winner will be selected by a Panel of Theo Westenberger Grantees and awarded $10,000.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE IS JUNE, 1 2015.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY 

FACEBOOK PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/TheoWestenberger

How to take advantage of a nice day

Local Artist Jennifer Ivanovic knows how.

Call for Mural Artists

The Fort Collins Salud Family Health Center (Salud) is a private non-profit community health center that has served the Fort Collins community since 2002. The Fort Collins Salud provides quality, affordable, integrated primary health care services, including: family medicine, prenatal care, family planning and gynecological services, physical exams, nutrition and health education, laboratory and x-ray, pharmacy, access to dental services, chronic disease management, cancer screenings, shared medical appointments, immunizations, minor surgery, wellness and disease prevention, migrant health outreach, pharmacy, hospitalization, behavioral health, and Medicaid/CHP+ enrollment assistance. The Fort Collins Salud clinic serves a total of 10,275 patients through 30,478 patient visits.

Submissions for Mural:
The following materials will be required to complete this artist call:
1. A letter of intent explaining the artist's interest in being considered for this commission. The letter should include:
• Why the artist is interested in working with Salud.
• The artist’s experience working on similar projects in the past and how this past work is relevant to the project at Salud.
• The artist’s proposed vision for the mural. Please note: the artist should submit a written proposal for one of the three clinic spaces described above. All three options will be weighted equally by the Selection Committee.
• Optional: In addition, the artist may submit a sketch of the artist’s proposed vision for the mural.
2. Current artist resume, as well as contact information for a professional reference that can speak to the artist’s ability to complete the proposed work.
3. Three digital images of recent work—submitted as attachments (19x20, 72-120 dpi, maximum of 5MB) and an identification list including:
• Image number
• Artist name
• Title
• Year
• Medium
• Location
• Project budget and time to complete project

Salud’s proposed budget for the project is $1,500, however, as this is the first RFE, this will be a learning process for Salud. Please state your commission/ budget needs and it will be part of the review. Salud will reach out to artists to discuss the budget as needed as we do not intend for this to be a limiting factor. Salud will cover the costs of materials (preferably as a reimbursement).
Please email submissions to (and any questions, including if you would like to arrange a visit to see the clinic space):
Katie Cox, Development Coordinator
Salud Family Health Centers
303-892-6401 ext. 2178
kcox@saludclinic.org

Selection Process:
The Selection Committee (consisting of volunteers, community members, and clinic staff) will review submissions based on criteria. The committee will request additional information as needed. Following their review, the committee will select 3-4 finalists and schedule a meeting with each finalist to discuss the project. The artist will then create a concept for the proposed work and meet with the committee once more to present their concept. The committee will then make their final selection and the selected artist(s) will finalize their concepts.
Deadline:
The Request for Entry (RFE) will be released: March 5, 2015
Submissions are due no later than: 5:00 p.m. on March 26, 2015
The Selection Committee will announce their decision by: April 23, 2015

Northern Colorado Writers Confrence Coming to a Hilton Near You!

Join Northern Colorado Writers for a roaring good time at the Fort Collins Hilton, for the 10th annual writer’s conference March 27-28, 2015. Hearken back to a golden age of writing, when rules were challenged and words flowed like jazz music and champagne. Mingle with authors of all levels and genres. Meet with agents and editors. Learn the craft from industry professionals like.  And, in honor of a decade of NCW conferences, be inspired by our very first keynote speaker,  LeAnn Theiman, who is now a member of the Speaker Hall of Fame and  bestselling author. To ensure a great experience for everyone, attendance is limited to 130 participants. 

Want to be the Events coordinator at the Museum of Discovery?

Fort Collins Museum of Discovery (FCMoD) is seeking an experienced, part-time Events Coordinator to oversee and coordinate the implementation of a range of high caliber special events and regular museum rentals. This position will support and facilitate FCMoD rentals, Special Events, and Private Events including; corporate meetings, parties, receptions, fundraisers, and weddings.

Successful candidate will have excellent customer service, communication, planning, and administrative skills with keen attention to detail and a strong sense of aesthetics. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills are a must. Event coordination requires a flexible schedule with some evenings and weekends required for certain events. 

For more info visit their  website

Confluence at the Lincoln Center

The 2015 CSU Fashion Show “Confluence” brings together exciting trend setting collections of fashion designs created by senior apparel design students Friday, April 3rd at the Lincoln Center Performance Hall. This state-of-the-art fashion production, designed and produced by the Fashion Show Production class provides visual entertainment with creative staging and sound.

VIP tickets include a wonderful cocktail reception before the show with great seating for the production for $50. General admission tickets for the fashion show range from $10 to $25 per seat.  

For more info visit their website.

Pricing Your Artwork

Here is an article to give you suggestions how to do it......

Tune in!

Studio Culture, the new radio program on KRFC 88.5 focusing on the Northern Colorado Arts scene now has it's official air time!  the first show, featuring Chris Bates will be Thursday, March 25 from 7:00-7:30.  The show will continue to air every Thursday from 7:00-7:30.  Maybe we can listen to it during hot dish next Thursday night!  P

Bas Bleu Offers Acting Classes

Get ready for next season's auditions with Acting 1 and 2 by Sarah Zwick-Tapley. Class sessions run March 21 and 28, as well as April 4, 11 and 18.
Zwick-Tapley's class will "de-mystify the process of approaching a role, freeing the body, freeing the voice and becoming more comfortable onstage and in front of an audience.The theories of practical aesthetics and viewpoints will be merged to push actors physically, vocally and emotionally into new avenues of growth."

Modeled after college acting programs, this program provides a broad range of classes without the time or financial commitments of college courses. From acting to improvisation to movement for the stage, this program offers the breadth of skills you need to flourish as an actor.
Students completing the training will receive a certificate, a free season ticket and inclusion in the Bas Bleu season programs.
Each session is $90. For more information, visit the following link or call 970.498.8949.

Candlelight Dinner Playhouse Announces Auditions for “Chitty Chitty Bang Bang”

JOHNSTOWN, CO – The Candlelight Dinner Playhouse will be holding auditions for the regional premiere of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang on March 23 – 25th, 2015.

Needed:  Men and Women aged 20 to 70 years old,  1 boy (8 – 11) and 1 girl (8 – 12).  Also needed children’s ensemble: 3 girls and 2 boys.  All roles are open.

Auditions will held at Candlelight Dinner Playhouse on March 23rd, beginning at 3:00p.m., then in Denver at the John Hand Theater (7653 East 1st Place) on March 24th, starting at 3p.m.   Callbacks will be held at the Candlelight Dinner Playhouse on March 25th, beginning at 6:00p.m.

Those auditioning must prepare 16 -32 measures of a musical theater piece, and can include music from the show.  Also be prepared with a 1 minute monologue.  Bring sheet music in the appropriate key and mark where to start and end. An accompanist will be provided. No recorded accompaniment or a cappella rendition is allowed. This production is directed by Pat Payne.

The show runs July 23 to September 13, 2015.  Rehearsals begin approximately June 23, 2015.

All roles are professional, non-Equity. All roles are paid.

Please bring a current headshot and resume to leave with the production team.

Auditions are by appointment only and may be made by calling 970-744-3747 during regular Box Office hours: Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday 12pm-5pm.

Art and Politics....on Netflix

Just watched "Art of the Steal" (on Netflix) about the Barnes Collection in PA and how it was 'stolen' and moved to Philly.  Makes you wonder what good is a will?  It is interesting how politicians love art when they view it as a commodity.  Too bad most of them don't think about the impact funding LIVING artists can have on their communities.  Great film, makes me also think about the current battle against the new CSU Stadium in Fort Collins.  The odds are against them as much as it was against those hoping the collection would not be moved to Philly.  Lots to think about.

P.s.  This painting, one of my favorites by VanGoh is included, I guess it makes it easier for me to see it in person.

NACF Artist Fellowship

• DUE 5 p.m. PST on Mon. April 6 – 2015 NACF Artist Fellowship
  (National; American Indian, Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian artists in the artistic disciplines of performing arts, music, film, literature, traditional arts and visual arts)

To review eligibility requirements and to submit your application, create an account at: your.culturegrants.orgtoday.

Help Wanted at PLF

Poudre Landmarks Foundation is hiring again! As PLF continues to mature, our need for professional services increases. Could this be the nonprofit bookkeeping opportunity you or a friend has been looking for?

PLF is looking for a qualified individual or firm with experience working with nonprofit organizations to perform a variety of bookkeeping and accounting duties.

Application Deadline:

March 31, 2015, 5 p.m. Mountain time

For more information, send an inquiry topoudrelandmarks@gmail.com. 

Uptown Tree Project in Greeley

The City of Greeley’s One Percent for Art Program is requesting proposals from artists to create artwork for the ongoing Uptown Tree program along 8th Ave. between 10th St. and 16th St. in Greeley, CO. The Uptown Tree program is a means to aesthetically enhance 8th Ave. with variety of original ‘Art Trees’ in recognition of Greeley as a designated ‘Tree City’. Interpretive “sculptural trees” will be purchased from artists and integrated into the corridor as permanent works of art.

Apply to the call here

Don't Forget "Open Hang" this weekend.

Read a story about it in the Loveland Reporter Herald.

The Daily Muse interviews local Artist Barbara Gilhooly

The Daily Muse has a great interview with prolific Northern Colorado artist Barbara Gilhooly.  Read it here.

Stacey Nick covers Fort Collins Bands at SXSW

All week, KUNC's Arts editor, Stacey Nick will be covering the experience of a group of Fort Collins Bands that have gone down to SXSW in Austin, Texas.  She interviews Spokesbuzz and Artists who have gone down to SXSW to play and work the crowds to get exposure and experience.  Check out the story here.

Oh, Goodness! Ren Burke is this weeks' Support Local Culture Artist!

Check her cuteness out here.   She is also a Chuck Taylor wearing, kick A** Artist.... as well as cute.

Two Locals going to Salida for the Change Leader Institute

Two Larimer County Artists; Local actor and Teacher, Judd Farner and Artist and Coordinator of Studio Operations at Artworks Loveland, Angela Canada Hopkins have been announced as part of the Spring 2015 class of COLORADO CHANGE LEADERS.  The Colorado Creative Industries' Change Leader Institute will take place March 23-25, 2015 at the SteamPlant Event Center in Salida.

Other Change Leader Participants:
Kim Harrell, jewelry designer and business owner (Arapahoe County)
Andy Vick, executive director of the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (El Paso County)
Rachelle Alvarez, assistant for the Rural Mural Project (Otero County)
Curtis Killorn, artist (Chaffee County)
Catherine Augur, executive director of Creede Repertory Theatre (Mineral County)
Danielle Brooks, artist (Adams County)
Santiago Jaramillo, BuCu West Development Center board member (Denver County)
Maureen Hearty, artist and community organizer (Yuma County)
Jeannene Bragg, operations director of Lone Tree Arts Center (Douglas County)
Rachel Basye, executive director of Arts Students League of Denver (Denver County)

The Change Leader Institute is a biannual program that consists of a three-day curriculum offering professional development and teaching communication skills that can help leaders leverage and facilitate change in their communities.

Pechakucha at the Loveland Museum

Presenters get 20 images, each only shown for 20 seconds. Prevents wind-baggery. Inspires people. Done all over the world. Check it at pechakucha.org 

This Thursday at 7:00pm - 9:00pm  at the Loveland Museum/Gallery 503 N Lincoln Ave, Loveland, Colorado 80537. 

12th Annual KRFC Birthday Bash

Get tickets here.

St. Patrick's Day parade tomorrow!

"CHECK IN" IS BETWEEN 7:30-8:30AM @ The NE Corner of Mountain & College in front of The Kitchen.

You don't need to check in at registration, just come directly to our Vans. Probably be best to park somewhere on the west side of College. The parking garages will probably be your best bet. We are meeting between 7:30am-8:30am. We have extra signs but would love it if you brought with you extra candy! Dont forget to wear GREEN and be Festive!!! Come on come all and lets have a fabulous time!!!

If anyone has any questions please feel free to contact Amelia at 970-219-3228

Remember we can use more candy!

New Commedia....arts advocacy is not for sissies!

Check out two different perspectives on Colorado Arts Advocacy Day here.

More news about the SCFD

Bruce Freestone is getting around, now a story about his goal of getting SCFD on the ballot in 2016 on CPR.  Read or listen to the story here.

Design a manhole cover for Greeley

One of the City of Greeley Art Commission’s new endeavors is the manhole cover design project and they are looking for artists. The plan is to add art to city streets that also brings awareness to our water resources and to stormwater pollution.

If you have an idea that you would love to see in one of Greeley’s high foot-traffic areas, start drawing! You have until 5 p.m., March 30, 2015, to submit your idea. One artist whose design is selected by the committee will be awarded $1000! (While multiple runner-up artists/designs may be selected for the project but will not receive a cash award.)
You can get all the details, rules, and a submission form HERE.

Help Decorate the Artists Float Tonight

WE ARE DECORATING THE VANS TONIGHT!!!

Come one come all to 1900 Sheeley Dr in Ft Collins. We are starting at 5:00pm!

WE CAN DO SO MUCH BETTER THAN THIS, CAN'T WE? When you come tonight, if you have any or all of the following, Paint Brushes, Paint, Tape, Rolls of Paper, Utility Knife, Cardboard, Foam Core, Dowels, Shamrocks & other premade Irish themed decorations!. Orange and Green & Rainbows & Gold!

If you have any questions please feel free to contact us Elizabeth at elmorisette@gmail.com or Amelia at artistsassembled@gmail.com  970-219-3228