There was a small turnout Saturday, but the faithful group that did arrive had an evening of good conversation.
Here are the items that came up while I was in attendance (I unfortunately had to leave early):
Window Project Update - The "Hamilton For Rent" group currently has one display downtown. The show for the bicycle race has been taken down. Plans are in the works to continue securing windows. Marilyn asked if there has been any support for materials with this project, but it has been entirely unfunded and functions as a vehicle for showcasing artists' work.
Pumpkin Art Idea - Art N' Soul studios is planning a Halloween art event that would invite artists to submit carved/designed pumpkins for display. More details are coming.
Winter Show? This one remains open for discussion. The group briefly discussed doing something the week of the city's tree lighting, which takes place next to PPL Plaza. One member suggested a former warehouse near Turner Street for use. We just need more suggestions and a lot of volunteers if we want to make something happen.
The next meeting is Sat. Oct. 24 at House of Chen.
The Allentown Chen Arts Group includes artists living and working in Allentown, as well as regional artists who are interested in exhibiting and selling their work in Allentown. The group includes visual artists, film makers, musicians, dancers, writers, and creative people of all ages who are interested in supporting and promoting the arts in Allentown.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Friday, September 25, 2009
Ro Geseck Paints Civil War Mural
Fellow Chenster and Baum School of Art instructor Ro Geseck has completed a 30ft. mural at The Lehigh Valley Heritage Museum, 4th and Walnut in Allentown, as part of their upcoming Major Civil War Exhibition. Ro says that she was thrilled to be able to paint Grant's horse! Ro has completed several murals in Allentown. This past summer she completed a mural with the kids at Central Elementary. You may have seen her work at Phoebe Floral on Hamilton, or in the kid's bathrooms at the Allentown Art Museum, or the former Federal Grill, just to name a few. Oh, and there's that sports mural on Union Blvd.The opening of the Civil War Exhibit is this Saturday Sept. 26th, and the show runs through July. There will be re-enactments, artifacts, free soda, and much more. Here's a link for details: http://www.lchs.museum/CivilWarAD.pdf
photo of Grant's horse Cincinnatti
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Annie Giancarlo at PA Renewable Energy Fest
Fellow Chenster Annie Giancarlo will be showing her clothing designs made from recycled materials this weekend at the PA Renewable Energy Festival, Fri., Sat. & Sun. - Sept. 18, 19, 20 at the Kempton Community Center, Kempton, PA . Here's a link for details. http://www.paenergyfest.com/Annie is not only a talented visual artist, but she is also a clothing designer, costume designer, furniture designer, master gardener, master chef, and is currently working on a degree in Kitchen and Bath Design. Annie has designed and created several of the shirts that I wear on stage when I perform with The Villas. She ingeniously pieces together vintage fabric from the 1960's to create colorful and one of a kind psychedelic shirts. Congrats to Annie, sounds like a great event. Hope you can attend!
Photo: Annie at our Velocity Show, Allentown Art Museum
Angie Villa
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
A Peek at Public Art Elsewhere
Here in Allentown artists have had some success pulling together public art displays with Hamilton For Rent. The original idea was borrowed from a project on South Street in Philadelphia where artists filled empty shop windows. Local artist Yodi has taken the idea and run with it, coordinating with realtors and property managers. He has recruited fellow artists and arts enthusiasts to carry out these displays.
But the hurdle with these projects, like all art projects, has been funding. None of us have the resources to pay for advertising, posters, materials, etc. But we've made it work. The beauty of this project is that the storefront windows have been offered for free and artists merely need to show up and devise a way to present their work.
I want to share with you what is going on in other locations. If you know of any other places where projects like these are taking place, feel free to leave a comment.
Berkeley, California
This city is home to a Public Art Committee, which develops projects and recruits local artists to carry them out. The city holds a civic art exhibit and has funded sculptures in various locations. The city has three public art galleries and curators who manage them. Berkeley even has a Public Art Fund which pays for projects. The fund receives 1 percent of each eligible capital project, so it is continually replenished as projects are carried out.
Philadelphia
The City of Philadelphia Public Art Program is one of the oldest in the country. The city developed the nation's first Percent For Art program in 1959, requiring art in public places as a means of "humanizing and enlivening the urban environment." The city boasts that more than 600 works of art have been commissioned in the program's 50 years. 600!!! The city dedicates up to 1 percent of the funds for its construction contracts to public art.
When it comes to artist partnerships with private property owners, there is the South Street window project. Also, Urban Outfitters regularly recruits artists to do a window installation. Take a look at the Samson Window Project.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Our neighbors to the north are funding art projects in the same way. The City of Calgary Public Art Program is funded by taking 1 percent of the funds from capital projects with budgets over $1 million. That's an automatic $10,000 from every major project. Artist Greg Coates sent me information about a project going on in Calgary (similar to Hamilton For Rent) titled "Open Spaces - Window to a View."
I'm sure if I spent more time looking I could find countless other cities with similar initiatives. They all vary in size and wealth but they share a dedication to the arts. We could learn from their methods and consider these options where we live.
But the hurdle with these projects, like all art projects, has been funding. None of us have the resources to pay for advertising, posters, materials, etc. But we've made it work. The beauty of this project is that the storefront windows have been offered for free and artists merely need to show up and devise a way to present their work.
I want to share with you what is going on in other locations. If you know of any other places where projects like these are taking place, feel free to leave a comment.
Berkeley, California
This city is home to a Public Art Committee, which develops projects and recruits local artists to carry them out. The city holds a civic art exhibit and has funded sculptures in various locations. The city has three public art galleries and curators who manage them. Berkeley even has a Public Art Fund which pays for projects. The fund receives 1 percent of each eligible capital project, so it is continually replenished as projects are carried out.
Philadelphia
The City of Philadelphia Public Art Program is one of the oldest in the country. The city developed the nation's first Percent For Art program in 1959, requiring art in public places as a means of "humanizing and enlivening the urban environment." The city boasts that more than 600 works of art have been commissioned in the program's 50 years. 600!!! The city dedicates up to 1 percent of the funds for its construction contracts to public art.
When it comes to artist partnerships with private property owners, there is the South Street window project. Also, Urban Outfitters regularly recruits artists to do a window installation. Take a look at the Samson Window Project.
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Our neighbors to the north are funding art projects in the same way. The City of Calgary Public Art Program is funded by taking 1 percent of the funds from capital projects with budgets over $1 million. That's an automatic $10,000 from every major project. Artist Greg Coates sent me information about a project going on in Calgary (similar to Hamilton For Rent) titled "Open Spaces - Window to a View."
I'm sure if I spent more time looking I could find countless other cities with similar initiatives. They all vary in size and wealth but they share a dedication to the arts. We could learn from their methods and consider these options where we live.
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
More Arts Budget News
From Citizens for the Arts in PA:
During a press conference (Friday) members representing both caucuses in the Senate and the House Democratic caucus announced that an agreement had been reached on the state budget for FY 09-10. It is reported the budget includes $10 million for arts grants (down from $15.2 million) through the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and $1 million (down from $1.3 million) for administration of the Council.
This increase is a huge testament to your advocacy efforts considering the ZERO offered in SB 850. However it still represents a cut of almost 30% over last year's approved appropriation. There is a brief window of time to CALL your legislators. Express your appreciation for including the funding but urge them to fund arts grants at a level between $12.5 million - $14 million. Arts funding supports jobs, programming in schools and at senior citizens centers, and helps revitalize our downtowns. Remember to tell them why this is a priority to you and your community. Tell them the many ways that we all benefit from an investment in the arts. CALL YOUR LEGISLATORS TODAY.
You can locate phone numbers on our e-advocacy site at http://capwiz.com/artsusa/pa .
Please make that call today!
Jenny
Jenny L. Hershour
Managing Director
Citizens for the Arts in PA
UPDATE: From today's Citizens for the Arts News:
We are in Day 77 of the state budget impasse. Three of the four legislative caucuses have agreed to a $27.9 billion spending plan but yesterday, Governor Rendell said that he would veto the budget unless the budget met his criteria for signature. As we are still without a budget, arts and cultural organizations from across Pennsylvania have started a movement of artless Wednesdays in PA to bring awareness to what our communities might be like if there is no state support of nonprofit arts groups. Every Wednesday, from now until a budget is passed, arts organizations and supporters are encouraged to make a symbolic gesture of what it means to be artless.
During a press conference (Friday) members representing both caucuses in the Senate and the House Democratic caucus announced that an agreement had been reached on the state budget for FY 09-10. It is reported the budget includes $10 million for arts grants (down from $15.2 million) through the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts and $1 million (down from $1.3 million) for administration of the Council.
This increase is a huge testament to your advocacy efforts considering the ZERO offered in SB 850. However it still represents a cut of almost 30% over last year's approved appropriation. There is a brief window of time to CALL your legislators. Express your appreciation for including the funding but urge them to fund arts grants at a level between $12.5 million - $14 million. Arts funding supports jobs, programming in schools and at senior citizens centers, and helps revitalize our downtowns. Remember to tell them why this is a priority to you and your community. Tell them the many ways that we all benefit from an investment in the arts. CALL YOUR LEGISLATORS TODAY.
You can locate phone numbers on our e-advocacy site at http://capwiz.com/artsusa/pa .
Please make that call today!
Jenny
Jenny L. Hershour
Managing Director
Citizens for the Arts in PA
UPDATE: From today's Citizens for the Arts News:
We are in Day 77 of the state budget impasse. Three of the four legislative caucuses have agreed to a $27.9 billion spending plan but yesterday, Governor Rendell said that he would veto the budget unless the budget met his criteria for signature. As we are still without a budget, arts and cultural organizations from across Pennsylvania have started a movement of artless Wednesdays in PA to bring awareness to what our communities might be like if there is no state support of nonprofit arts groups. Every Wednesday, from now until a budget is passed, arts organizations and supporters are encouraged to make a symbolic gesture of what it means to be artless.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Event Kicks Off Friday, Sept. 11
This project is a result of artists and business operators working together in community partnership.
Artists and downtown business owners/managers came together to utilize vacant storefront properties for a positive purpose. This symbiotic relationship beautifies the downtown, provides exposure for talented artists and draws attention to the valuable commercial properties along the city’s main corridor.
The goal of the project is to gain attention for local artists and secure tenants for the spacious shop windows and storefronts along Hamilton Street.
Special thanks to Cathy Minnich, GM of Holiday Inn, and the owners of Holiday Inn Allentown, 813 Hamilton and 809 Hamilton for their support of the Arts in Allentown.
For more information, contact:
Yodi, project curator: daven27@hotmail.com
Sarah: chenarts.info@gmail.com
Monday, September 7, 2009
Hamilton For Rent - The Second Leg
A new art display will be installed in downtown Allentown starting Tuesday.
Hamilton For Rent - The Second Leg is the latest installment of artwork gracing the vacant windows of buildings around 9th and Hamilton. The show is playfully called "The Second Leg" because it will coincide with the Univest Grand Prix, an international cycling time trial which takes place Friday, Sept. 11 from 11 am to 2 pm.
Starting Tuesday at 4 pm artists will be installing their work at several windows around 9th and Hamilton. Yodi has graciously worked to secure the locations where work will be displayed.
Cyclists from around the world will be competing on a course that passes through downtown. Thousands of visitors as well as international media are expected to attend the event, generating a large audience for the local artists who plan to show off their pieces.
Please come out to watch the exciting event and to support our local artists.
Hamilton For Rent - The Second Leg is the latest installment of artwork gracing the vacant windows of buildings around 9th and Hamilton. The show is playfully called "The Second Leg" because it will coincide with the Univest Grand Prix, an international cycling time trial which takes place Friday, Sept. 11 from 11 am to 2 pm.
Starting Tuesday at 4 pm artists will be installing their work at several windows around 9th and Hamilton. Yodi has graciously worked to secure the locations where work will be displayed.
Cyclists from around the world will be competing on a course that passes through downtown. Thousands of visitors as well as international media are expected to attend the event, generating a large audience for the local artists who plan to show off their pieces.
Please come out to watch the exciting event and to support our local artists.
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Jazz Upstairs - 9/11/09
From Ethel Drayton-Craig:
Our next Jazz Cabaret will feature the ERIC MINTEL QUARTET, Friday, September 11, 2009, 7:30 PM in the Rodale Room of Symphony Hall. They have performed at the White House.
As long as the music attracts dedicated young musicians like Eric Mintel, jazz will continue to thrive and progress as a voice of freedom.
-Dave Brubeck
At the last cabaret, we used every movable seat we had in the building! That is how popular we have become. Be there, or Be Square. $20 for 2 sets and light refreshments. Cash bar.
Call 610, 432-6715 for reservations.The Artist Sponsor is S.Argentis/Mr. Rooter PlumbingThe Food Sponsor is Bucca di Beppo
Our next Jazz Cabaret will feature the ERIC MINTEL QUARTET, Friday, September 11, 2009, 7:30 PM in the Rodale Room of Symphony Hall. They have performed at the White House.
As long as the music attracts dedicated young musicians like Eric Mintel, jazz will continue to thrive and progress as a voice of freedom.
-Dave Brubeck
At the last cabaret, we used every movable seat we had in the building! That is how popular we have become. Be there, or Be Square. $20 for 2 sets and light refreshments. Cash bar.
Call 610, 432-6715 for reservations.The Artist Sponsor is S.Argentis/Mr. Rooter PlumbingThe Food Sponsor is Bucca di Beppo
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
With No Budget in Sight, Arts Action is Still Needed
Some innovative ways to attract attention to the proposed cut in arts funding from the Council on the Arts:
As you well know, we are in month 3 of the Pennsylvania Budget Battle with no budget in sight as of today. Pressure still needs to be put on the members of the PA General Assembly by arts advocates if we want the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) funded at the $14 million level for arts grants and at $1.2 million for the administration of the PCA.
We, at Citizens for the Arts in PA, have been thinking about what an "artless" Pennsylvania might look like if funding for the PCA is eliminated or severely reduced. Musikfest in Bethlehem and the Westmoreland Museum of American Art have given us some idea as to what might happen with their organizations if they received a severe reduction in PCA grant funds. Inspired by these two organizations, we are asking you to participate "ArtLess Wednesdays" starting 9/9/09 and continuing each Wednesday until a state budget is passed. Please make a symbolic gesture that will demonstrate the impact of the absence of state support on your organization.
Lots of ideas are being discussed, including a temporary landing page for arts organizations' websites to push the message as well as awestricken for your use. These are is currently under construction. Arts organizations in Altoona are banning together to drape black coverings across their windows that contains a sign statements such as "this is what your downtown will look like without state arts funding" and "would you pay 5 cents per week to keep the arts in Pennsylvania?" Covering outdoor art and window cards in galleries on First Fridays or other gallery walks are other suggestions. Maybe you can organize a quartet playing without instruments in the town square.
We want to spark innovative, creative and artistic action by you and your grantees, either collectively or individually. The purpose is to attract media and public attention to the importance of arts support and to use that to promote advocacy.
If you have other ways to draw public attention to how your communities might be impacted by a Draconian cut to the PCA budget, please share them with me at jlh@citizensfortheartsinpa.org and I'll post them on our website and in this newsletter. We're counting on your participation for Artless Wednesdays. Keep in touch and let us know how you plan to participate. Thanks for all of your help and let's keep fighting!
Jenny
As you well know, we are in month 3 of the Pennsylvania Budget Battle with no budget in sight as of today. Pressure still needs to be put on the members of the PA General Assembly by arts advocates if we want the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts (PCA) funded at the $14 million level for arts grants and at $1.2 million for the administration of the PCA.
We, at Citizens for the Arts in PA, have been thinking about what an "artless" Pennsylvania might look like if funding for the PCA is eliminated or severely reduced. Musikfest in Bethlehem and the Westmoreland Museum of American Art have given us some idea as to what might happen with their organizations if they received a severe reduction in PCA grant funds. Inspired by these two organizations, we are asking you to participate "ArtLess Wednesdays" starting 9/9/09 and continuing each Wednesday until a state budget is passed. Please make a symbolic gesture that will demonstrate the impact of the absence of state support on your organization.
Lots of ideas are being discussed, including a temporary landing page for arts organizations' websites to push the message as well as awestricken for your use. These are is currently under construction. Arts organizations in Altoona are banning together to drape black coverings across their windows that contains a sign statements such as "this is what your downtown will look like without state arts funding" and "would you pay 5 cents per week to keep the arts in Pennsylvania?" Covering outdoor art and window cards in galleries on First Fridays or other gallery walks are other suggestions. Maybe you can organize a quartet playing without instruments in the town square.
We want to spark innovative, creative and artistic action by you and your grantees, either collectively or individually. The purpose is to attract media and public attention to the importance of arts support and to use that to promote advocacy.
If you have other ways to draw public attention to how your communities might be impacted by a Draconian cut to the PCA budget, please share them with me at jlh@citizensfortheartsinpa.org and I'll post them on our website and in this newsletter. We're counting on your participation for Artless Wednesdays. Keep in touch and let us know how you plan to participate. Thanks for all of your help and let's keep fighting!
Jenny
Monday, August 31, 2009
Meeting Notes 8/29/09
Thanks to all who attended the August meeting, it was a fun time. We had a nice turnout, even though several Chensters are vacationing at this time. Our group keeps growing with new faces at each meeting! Gianni had a fun time with the Neyen kids.I addressed the group with info from Sarah regarding "Hamilton For Rent." If anyone is interested in showing work in the vacant Holiday Inn windows at 9th and Hamilton, please contact Yodi or Sarah. We are planning on having art work there to be viewed during the Sept. 11th Bike Race.
Marilyn Hazleton announced that she is compiling the poetry from our Velocity Show and would like to post it here at the blog. Great idea!
I also mentioned that our group was invited to participate in the Halloween Event on 7th St. and that maybe we could coordinate a Fall Gallery Show. When Pete returns from Greece, we should start making plans and discussing options.
Next meeting is planned for Saturday Sept. 26th
If anyone has any announcements or thoughts please comment here.
Thanks,
Angie Villa
Photo of Funny Fish at House of Chen, by Gianni Villa
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Art N Soul Studios Event this Friday
On Friday, August 28th at 8pm prepare for disturbing fun from KONNIK. PushArt is proud to present one of its artists and a evening you will not soon forget.
This show is called "ScabLick" this is konnik's corrupt vision of traditional american tattoos.
SAVAGE tattoo Magazine will be in the house for exclusive coverage of this show. The show will be sponsered by Marani Vodka and VegasFuel. for complete details go to http://www.olddevil.com/
Also - Art N Soul has launched PushArt. Pushart is a movement to help expose great art. PushArt is selling rare Limited Edition(signed & numbered) Gig posters from all over the world, Vinyl collectible toys, custom hats and original Art from PushArt's house Artists- Konnik, Adam Kuder and Mike Arehart. All of this great art stuff can be found in the Gallery of Art N Soul Studios.
PushArt will soon have its own webpage along with a new and improved art n soul website. For now go to www.myspace.com/pushartmanagement
Monday, August 24, 2009
Artist Coach Available
Submitted by:
Gregory Coates
ARTIST COACH
Personal, private, professional help for the visual artist, to achieve
successful growth change in your art.
A one-on-one support that gives confidence and understanding to
visual artist who are confused and alone and need clarity
New York artist Gregory Coates has over 20 years of professional Art-making
expertise, and has taught in 4 continents.
His empathy and expertise has resulted in success for many emerging artists.
email me
Coatesgregory4@gmail.com
for appointment and rates.
Gregory Coates
ARTIST COACH
Personal, private, professional help for the visual artist, to achieve
successful growth change in your art.
A one-on-one support that gives confidence and understanding to
visual artist who are confused and alone and need clarity
New York artist Gregory Coates has over 20 years of professional Art-making
expertise, and has taught in 4 continents.
His empathy and expertise has resulted in success for many emerging artists.
email me
Coatesgregory4@gmail.com
for appointment and rates.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Local Artist News
This show in Berlin features work by the talented Gregory Coates, who is based here in Allentown. Take a look:
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Urban Music Conference of the Lehigh Valley Coming this Fall
Local mover, shaker and happenings maker, Alfonso Todd, submitted some info about a new event coming this fall. Below are some basic details collected from the event website on how to register, participate, and get involved:
Application deadline Nov. 5 - event will be held Nov. 7.
Contacts: alfonsotodd36@msn.com or bestimpression4u@yahoo.com
Network, conversate, and dine with actual professionals in the entertainment field. Gain that "one-on-one" experience and get the opportunity to make the lasting impression that can put you on the path to success.
Table space will be supplied so that hard/soft products can be brought to the event and sold or given away to the public/industry representatives. The space can, also, be used for autograph signings.
Each entertainer/group will be given 15-20 minutes to perform. The TALENT SHOWCASE will be observed by entertainment representatives/professionals and the general public.
Visit www.umclv.piczo.com for more info and to view a registration application.
Application deadline Nov. 5 - event will be held Nov. 7.
Contacts: alfonsotodd36@msn.com or bestimpression4u@yahoo.com
Network, conversate, and dine with actual professionals in the entertainment field. Gain that "one-on-one" experience and get the opportunity to make the lasting impression that can put you on the path to success.
Table space will be supplied so that hard/soft products can be brought to the event and sold or given away to the public/industry representatives. The space can, also, be used for autograph signings.
Each entertainer/group will be given 15-20 minutes to perform. The TALENT SHOWCASE will be observed by entertainment representatives/professionals and the general public.
Visit www.umclv.piczo.com for more info and to view a registration application.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Brew Works Seeking Arts/Crafts Vendors for Event
Here are the details:
Come One Come All
Vendors Needed Call Today to Participate
Sunday, November 8, 2009
12:00 noon 4:00 pm
2 Full Floors of Exhibitors
$15.00 per table
Call 610.433.7777 ext. #25
or
Email wendie@thebrewworks.com
The Allentown Brew Works, 812 West Hamilton St., Allentown, PA
Come One Come All
Vendors Needed Call Today to Participate
Sunday, November 8, 2009
12:00 noon 4:00 pm
2 Full Floors of Exhibitors
$15.00 per table
Call 610.433.7777 ext. #25
or
Email wendie@thebrewworks.com
The Allentown Brew Works, 812 West Hamilton St., Allentown, PA
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
Word Wednesdays at the Allentown Brew Works
Here is a new and interesting event offered downtown at Allentown Brew Works for those poets, writers and musicians lurking among us.
Sent by Yodi, one of the event coordinators:
A hot spot for the sweet lines of the Valley’s artistic to flow, touch and inspire.
Join us in SILK…
Poets, writers, musicians, the inspired and the inspirational, join us for Word Wednesdays, the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. We’d love to include your poetic, literal, or lyrical talents in this evening of Words on Wednesdays.
For more information E-mail your hosts Kari Holmes at CommunityPR@mail.com or Yodi Duane Vaden at daven27@hotmail.com.
Sent by Yodi, one of the event coordinators:
A hot spot for the sweet lines of the Valley’s artistic to flow, touch and inspire.
Join us in SILK…
Poets, writers, musicians, the inspired and the inspirational, join us for Word Wednesdays, the second Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm. We’d love to include your poetic, literal, or lyrical talents in this evening of Words on Wednesdays.
For more information E-mail your hosts Kari Holmes at CommunityPR@mail.com or Yodi Duane Vaden at daven27@hotmail.com.
Allentown Tango Videos Now Online
Yodi shot two videos at Sharon Hillman's Tango in the Park event. Sharon taught dancing at the very scenic West Park over a series of weeks. Please check out the links below!
Allentown Tango in the Park I
Allentown Tango in the Park II
Allentown Tango in the Park I
Allentown Tango in the Park II
Studio Space Available in New Hope
From Joe K:
New Hope Arts Center
STUDIO SPACE & RETAIL
FOR ARTISTS & FINE CRAFTSMAN
Reasonable Rates ~ In the heart of New Hopes' retail district ~ Juried selection process
The New Hope Arts Center is a non-profit, 10,000 sq. ft. facility in the heart of town, currently under renovation for occupancy beginning August 1, 2009. The center will offer artists and craftsmen an opportunity to lease studio space and sell their work directly to the public through a centralized art exhibition center. Information regarding New Hope Arts is available at www.newhopearts.org.
Participants will be offered space based on a juried selection process which will weigh factors including quality, creativity, variety, willingness of artist/craftsman to personally market and/or demonstrate their art during weekend open houses – and the overall value of their participation in establishing an active art community.
Private & shared studios are available: 3 spaces at 450-500 sq. ft. in main building opening on to canal, a separate 1500 sq. ft. building and a 2000 sq. ft. basement. Some opportunities exist for sweat equity to partially offset rent. Some (temporary)opportunities exist for storage/warehouse use.For application & information:Call 215-862-9606 or email richard.hirschfield@gmail.com
New Hope, Pennsylvania was recently named “the TOP SMALL TOWN ARTS DESTINATION IN AMERICA” by American Style Magazine. This honor was even more meaningful by achieving a higher ranking than such nationally recognized small town arts centers as Santa Fe, NM and Carmel, CA.
New Hope Arts Center
STUDIO SPACE & RETAIL
FOR ARTISTS & FINE CRAFTSMAN
Reasonable Rates ~ In the heart of New Hopes' retail district ~ Juried selection process
The New Hope Arts Center is a non-profit, 10,000 sq. ft. facility in the heart of town, currently under renovation for occupancy beginning August 1, 2009. The center will offer artists and craftsmen an opportunity to lease studio space and sell their work directly to the public through a centralized art exhibition center. Information regarding New Hope Arts is available at www.newhopearts.org.
Participants will be offered space based on a juried selection process which will weigh factors including quality, creativity, variety, willingness of artist/craftsman to personally market and/or demonstrate their art during weekend open houses – and the overall value of their participation in establishing an active art community.
Private & shared studios are available: 3 spaces at 450-500 sq. ft. in main building opening on to canal, a separate 1500 sq. ft. building and a 2000 sq. ft. basement. Some opportunities exist for sweat equity to partially offset rent. Some (temporary)opportunities exist for storage/warehouse use.For application & information:Call 215-862-9606 or email richard.hirschfield@gmail.com
New Hope, Pennsylvania was recently named “the TOP SMALL TOWN ARTS DESTINATION IN AMERICA” by American Style Magazine. This honor was even more meaningful by achieving a higher ranking than such nationally recognized small town arts centers as Santa Fe, NM and Carmel, CA.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Gifted Gardener, Great Lady and Even Greater Friend passes away
Hello all,most of you have heard that Bernadette Cozart passed away this week...I figured I'd get something posted on her memorial service this Saturday - we invite whoever would like to come and celebrate Bernie's life. There will be a reception following the service - please feel free to bring a plate.
Bernadette Cozart, a gifted gardener who won international recognition for founding the Greening of Harlem, passed away suddenly on July 27, 2009. A transplanted New Yorker, Bernie was an active, prolific volunteer and community leader. Most recently, Bernie was unanimously elected Design Chair of the Seventh Street Development Committee and served two years as president of the Allentown Garden Club. Survivors: Bernie is survived by her partner of 17 years Kathleen Kapila, her many friends and community partners. Services: A celebration of Bernadettes life will be held on Saturday, August 1 at 11 a.m. in Metropolitan Community Church, 930 N 4th St #10, Allentown, PA 18102-1881, (610) 709-8800. Arrangements, Nicos C. Elias Funeral Home, Allentown. Contributions: Contributions may be made to Lehigh Gap Nature Center, PO Box 198, Slatington PA 18080, (610) 760-8889, Mr. Dan Kunkle.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Sad News for Allentown
Many of you in the Chen Arts Group knew Bernadette Cozart and have heard of her unfortunate passing. She was a giving, talented woman who touched many in the city which she chose to call home and worked hard to improve.
This information was sent along for those of you who would like to pay your condolences at a memorial service for Bernie this Saturday, August 1:
This information was sent along for those of you who would like to pay your condolences at a memorial service for Bernie this Saturday, August 1:
Memorial Service for Bernadette "Bernie" Cozart
11 a.m. Saturday, August 1
Metropolitan Community Church
930 N. 4th Street #101 (Silkworks Building)
Allentown, PA
A potluck gathering to share memories and stories will follow.
Contact the church at 610-709-8800 for further information.
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