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The SMart Board is an open forum for announcements, opportunities, jobs, studio listings, and ideas for artists and arts organizations in San Mateo County. To submit a listing click here. |
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| Would you like to join the Foster City Community Chorus? It is part of the Peninsula Musical Arts Association. Members are from the Bay Area. We are looking for singers. Our new season begins August 31. Rehearsals are from 7-9:30 PM at Audubon School Theater , 841 Gull Ave., Foster City. No auditions necessary, just a love of singing, learning and having fun. Attend up to three rehearsals without obligation. A registration fee of $95.00 is due by the end of the third rehearsal of the season. The concert is the first weekend in December. For more information call 650-513-5522, or visit our website at www.peninsulamusicalarts.org |
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| Paint Burlingame 2010 ~ Sunday, August 29, 2010 ~ 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Paint your favorite Burlingame spot using oil paint, watercolor, pastel, pen or pencil. Prizes will be awarded to the adult, teen and young artist who best capture the feeling of the architecture, parks and landmarks that give Burlingame its character. Registration fee $25 adults; $15 ages18 years and under. Artist’s reception, exhibition and sale from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the Burlingame Train Station. Registration form and information at www.artattack911.com and www.paintburlingame.com. Call Ellen Howard at 650-552-0001 for more information. |
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| July 30, 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE For further information about this release contact Bob Wilkinson, (650) 347 -8367. FALL ART CLASSES AT THE 1870 ART CENTER Artists at the 1870 Art Center in Belmont are again offering classes in painting, drawing and sculpture beginning this fall. Among those teaching painting and drawing in her studio is the Center’s newest resident artist, Felicia Forte, who will be offering four classes, an expansion due to the response to the instruction she gave this summer. They will include figure painting, still life, portrait drawing, as well as outdoor painting. Forte began her study of art at fifteen at The California Art Institute in Westlake, California, which was taken over by her Uncle after the retirement of Fred Fixler, a prominent illustrator and the school’s founder. She considers this the “lucky break” in her life, a turning point, at which a difficult childhood gave way to a time of hope and potential. After several years of training Felicia traveled, studying officially and unofficially in Florence, Italy and New Orleans, Philadelphia and New York. However, it wasn’t until she found The Art Students’ League in New York and studied under Mary Beth Mackenzie that she took her next major step in understanding, commitment and ability. Mackenzie emphasized painting exactly what she saw, which seemed to be in opposition to the illustrative quality of Felicia’s early training. Now the two schools of thought combine to shape her ability to see the true “colors” of her subject while at the same time creating work that meets her own ascetic criteria. Her classes begin August 25. One of her drawings, Waitress will appear in Strokes of Genius 3, to be published by North Light in 2011. She will also be one of the artists featured at the King’s Mountain Art Show during Labor Day weekend. Ms Forte may be reached at (201) 463-7734. Other 1870 artists offering classes in the fall are: Martha Saffra, teaching classical principals of oil painting including drawing, composition, methods, color theory and technique. She instructs at all levels of ability from beginner to professional and may be reached at (650) 678-6174. BJ Stevenson, direct carving of stone sculpture in small classes beginning Sept. 15. She may be contacted at (650) 622- 9411. Ruth Waters, wood sculpture. She may be reached at (650) 594 -1577. Kay Podolsky will give a class in 3- dimensional photography Wed. evenings beginning September 8. The Art Center is located at 1870 Ralston Ave., Belmont, (650) 595 - 9679. |
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Monday, July 26, 2010 -Introduction to Corporate Giving, 4:30 pm Join us for an introduction to the world of corporate support for nonprofits and to the effective utilization of the Foundation Center's print and electronic resources on corporate giving. Register Today! http://foundationcenter.org/sanfrancisco/sf_calendar.html;jsessionid=YI1X1KNZ25FOFLAQBQ4CGW15AAAACI2F Introduction to Corporate Giving, 4:30 pm Join us for an introduction to the world of corporate support for nonprofits and to the effective utilization of the Foundation Center's print and electronic resources on corporate giving. We'll answer such questions as: What are the motivations behind corporate giving? We'll also discuss corporate sponsorships and cause related marketing, and conclude with a case study that will illustrate how you can determine the most viable options for corporate partnership with your organization. -How to Approach a Foundation, 6:15 pm Intended for fundraisers with some experience under their belts, though not necessarily with foundations. This class will teach you how to: Initiate contact with potential funders. Register Today! http://foundationcenter.org/sanfrancisco/training/fdnapproachmateo.html |
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First Annual Art at the Market For more info: http://sanbrunoviews.com/2010/05/20/san-brunos-art-at-the-market-an-open-call-for-artists/ Please send me your jpegs for consideration. I look forward to seeing you at our Art at the Market event! |
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Artist In Residence Program, Recology San Francisco |
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US based education nonprofit, World Savvy, is looking for contemporary and traditional artists of all kinds who address or are in conversation with topics related to the theme of "Sustainable Communities." Submission guidelines can be found in PDF form here: GUIDELINES SUMMARY ELIGIBILITY: - MEDIUM: Any medium or format welcome, including literary arts. See Submission Examples above under ;What to Submit in "Call_for_Submissions-Art+Sustainability.pdf". DEADLINE: Submissions must be received by July 8, 2010 at 5pm. Late submissions will not be considered. Early submissions are encouraged. |
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| The South San Francisco Cultural Arts Commission invites entries for A GENERAL ART SHOW. Entry delivery and deadline for two dimensional works in watercolors, painting, and graphics is on Wednesday, July 7, between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. The exhibit will take place on Friday and Saturday, July 9 and 10, 2010, at the South San Francisco Municipal Services Building, at 33 Arroyo Drive. For complete entry requirements and application, visit the Cultural arts page at www.ssf.net or send a S.A.S.E to: SSF Cultural Arts Commission Art Show P.O. Box 711 South San Francisco, CA 94083-0711. Entry applications may also be obtained at the South San Francisco Department of Parks & Recreation office during business hours. Phone (650) 829-3800 for further information. |
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| $500 seeks local high school age youth, interested in acting, to take it to college! Summer Comedy Improv Internship & College Scholarship is Still Available! Half Moon Bay’s own Non-Profit Comedy Improv Troupe (Blue Blanket Improv) is offering several FREE three month internships for local youths this summer. This year the internship program includes a $500 college scholarship! Please visit the website for the application and additional information on the troupe: www.BlueBlanketImprov.com Apply now! Marc Samuels, Performer/Director BlueBlanketImprov@Hotmail.com |
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| Filoli Art Exhibit—Plein Air in the Garden and Beyond A Fine Art Exhibit of Original Paintings and Drawings at Historic Site in Woodside Date: April 13 through June 6, 2010 Time: Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Meet the Artists Day: Saturday, May 1, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: Visitor and Education Center at Filoli Plein Air in the Garden, and Beyond The term “plein air” is derived from the French expression “en plein air” which can be translated as “in the open air.” It is particularly used to describe the act of painting outdoors from life, using direct observation of nature with the intention of catching a sense of natural light on the landscape. Paintings done outside are completed in a relatively short time, as the artist works to capture the scene before the light changes significantly. Artists have long painted outdoors, but in the mid-19th century working in natural light became particularly important in impressionist painting. California has a long tradition of producing great plein air painters. Learn more about this memorable art form and discover what inspires these gifted artists. This exhibit coincides with the Filoli Flower Show, May 6 through 9. Meet the Artists Day Saturday, May 2, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Talk with the artists, see them in action, view additional original works, shop for prints and note cards and enjoy the day at Filoli. Admission: Reservations are not necessary. Admission is free for members and included with paid admission to Filoli. Admission: Adults $15, Seniors $12 (65 years and older), students $5 (ages 5 through 17 or with valid student ID); no admission charge for children 4 years and younger. Group rates are available for groups of 12 or more adults. Additional fees in effect on Special Event days. Admission includes: Self-guided or docent-led guided tours of the House and Garden, access to the café, garden shop, art exhibits and on Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. docent-led nature hikes. Questions or to register for tours or nature hikes: Call Filoli weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 650.364.8300, ext. 507 or ext. 508. Visit www.filoli.org for art exhibit details or other event activities. |
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Art at the Market – CALL FOR ARTISTS: Art at the Market is free for all participating artists! No entry fee or commission taken from anything sold. Canopies, tents (10x10 or smaller), tables, or pegboard setups will be accepted. Four tents are available for rent from the Chamber for $20 each; first-come basis so sign up soon. Artists are also encouraged to set up easels and paint on-site. Please submit from 3 to 5 jpegs of the type of work you wish to display by June 30th to Bardi Rosman Koodrin at artika@earthlink.net. For more information, contact Laura Baughman, San Bruno Chamber of Commerce, 650-588 0180 laura@sanbrunochamber.com. |
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 SF/Peninsula Writers Club presents The Jack London Media Clinic Two workshops to polish up the great speaker within you! Workshop 1: Public Speaking for Writers When opportunity knocks, will you be prepared? Let’s face it. We’re all a little terrorized by the public arena. Writers are expected to pitch to agents and editors, and sell books to the public. The SF/Peninsula Writers Club is offering a one-day Media Workshop to conquer public speaking anxiety. Workshop II: On-Camera Media Training In-Studio A two-day TV studio exploration with media professionals! Work with a TV crew under the direction of Louise Pencavel, MA, Director of Professional Services. She has produced news, documentaries, and children’s programs for KPIX, KRON, KGO, and PBS for over 25 years. Day One: Appear on camera; gain an understanding of the medium: magnification and intimacy, and develop a sense of timing while reciting; writing promos and presenting on camera. www. cwc-peninsula.org/Jack-London-Media-Clinic.html; hotline: (650) 615-8331 Perhaps the best-spent three days of your writing career! |
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 Art on the Square Celebrates 4th Year in RWC There's exquisite jewelry at every show, and organizers have added Jewelry on the Square in July. Web: www.redwoodciytevents.com Enter a drawing to win gift certificates good to spend in artists' booths at every AOTS show! Courthouse Square ~ 2200 Broadway ~ Redwood City, CA ~ 94063 Presented by the Redwood City Civic Cultural Commission and the Redwood City Redevelopment Agency, Art on the Square complements Music on the Square, the city’s Friday evening summer concert series. Artists! Interested in exhibiting in Art on the Square? Go to: http://www.redwoodcity.org/events/Art_on_the_Square.html to download an application. |
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| Views of the City - Call for SF Bay Area Artists The Artist-Xchange gallery will be showcasing works that are representative of the theme "Views of the City." Submitted artwork should be representative or symbolic of the following concepts: Bay Area urban landscapes, SF city streets, local neighborhood scenes, cityscapes and views of SF. If you have artwork that you feel is an appropriate fit for the theme and would like to be involved in the upcoming show please submit images to the following email address. sales@artist-xchange.com There is no limit to the amount of work you can submit or have displayed in the theme show. The deadline for submissions is May 28th. Please submit your work to the gallery as soon as possible so a decision can be made to accept or reject the submission. The show will run throughout the month of June with an opening reception on Friday June 4th from 7-10PM. For more details, please go to http://www.artist-xchange.com/artistCall062010.html Artist-Xchange 3169 16th St. San Francisco, CA 94103 www.artist-xchange.com 415-864-1490 |
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| ArtPrize 2010: Call for Entries Registration for ArtPrize 2010 opened last week as CEOs for Cities heard from its founder, social entrepreneur and visionary Rick DeVos, at our national meeting in New York City. ArtPrize debuted in 2009 as a social experiment in which the world’s largest art prize would be awarded based solely on a public vote. Staged in downtown Grand Rapids, ArtPrize 2009 drew 200,000 visitors from 41 states and 14 countries to view the works of more than 1200 artists from around the world. The winner, Brooklyn painter Ran Ortner, earned the most votes and walked away with the $250,000 grand prize. Building on the success of last year’s event, ArtPrize 2010 has already secured more than 200 venues and is now calling for artists to register to participate. ArtPrize 2010 will take place September 22 – October 10 in Grand Rapids. ArtPrize Executive Director Bill Holsinger-Robinson tweeted our national meeting last week inviting direct inquiries about #ArtPrize on Twitter @billhr. Artists have until 5:00 PM ET on Thursday, May 27, 2010 to register. |
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| ART STUDIOS FOR RENT 1 0 2 2 N O R T H I D A H O ST. SAN MATEO, CA 94401 RARE OPPORTUNITY TO RENT STUDIO SPACE IN SAN MATEO AT BURLINGAME BORDER. THIS IS THE FIRST TIME THIS WAREHOUSE SPACE HAS BEEN AVAILABLE AS ART STUDIOS. EXCELLENT LOCATION ON WEST SIDE OF HWY 101 1022 N. IDAHO @ BAYSWATER (next to Nini’s Coffee Shop) 20’ CEILINGS WITH SKYLIGHTS & NATURAL LIGHT. 15 ‘ ROLL UP DOORS 3 BATHROOMS 4 SINKS WITH HOT WATER STUDIOS Approx. 14 studio spaces ranging in various sizes from approx. 180 sq. ft. @ $279/month up to approx 400 sq. ft @ $620/month. Square footage may be negotiable depending upon your space needs. Utilities based on percentage of occupied space. There are several private spaces currently. Walls and doors to be built creating additional private studios in open areas of warehouse. We are starting a list of people who may be interested in sharing space. Please let us know if you would like to discuss the possibility of sharing studio space with other artists. Email or call for more information or to make an appointment to view. Contact: Nancy Garcia (650)224-7883 nancygar2000@gmail.com OR Brett Barron (650)400-7089 brettbarron@capitalrealtygrp.com |
