Subject: Artists Newsletter November 2022

News & Opportunities for

Visual & Performing Artists of Fairfield County

November 2022

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

James Gadzik is a trauma surgeon turned music producer. In the twilight of his hospital career, he started to pivot from a surgical theater to the theater stage. He is now Executive Producer and author of a musical called "Magic - A Ballroom Musical" that will be performed at Norwalk's Wall Street Theater on November 26th. Watch video interview.

Holli Levy is an encaustic artist, incorporating photography and mixed media in many of her pieces. An avid hiker and photographer, her inspiration often comes while outdoors, and her love of nature can be found in her artwork. Holli began her artistic journey with acrylics and mixed media. When she discovered encaustics, she was enthralled by the movement and texture of the medium. A retired elementary school teacher, Holli also shares her love of art through art journaling classes.

OUR NEWS

ON SOUNDCLOUD SOON!

"GIVING THANKS FOR ARTS SUPPORT IN CONNECTICUT"


In our November “Spotlight on Arts & Culture” we took advantage of the season, and of the recent election results, to give thanks – for the support that the arts and culture sector receives from our state legislature, as well as from individual donors, our local businesses and family foundations. Guests included two recently re-elected legislators, Lucy Dathan, representing Norwalk and New Canaan, and David Michel representing Stamford. They were joined by Brett Thompson, Executive Director of the CT Arts Alliance, the main advocacy body for the arts in Connecticut, and Scott Wands, in Director of Grants & Programs at CT Humanities. Guests reviewed how arts, culture and tourism (ACT) are currently funded in CT, what the impact was of recent post-COVID windfall funding, and how together we can create a plan, or Roadmap, to put ACT funding on a more equitable, sustainable and predictable footing in the future. 

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YOUR NEWS

https://www.rpacgallery.com/melissa-benedek

Melissa Benedek is part of a show at RPAC Gallery in Ridgefield called "Day and Night: A Study in Contrast," on view though January 14th. Shown here is "Pathways" (40 X 30) Also on view is "Follow The Narrative" (36 X 24)

Eugenie Diserio's painting, “In Through The Out Door” (acrylic on canvas, 48 x 36”) is on view in “A Look Back,” a reunion, retrospective show at The Mayor’s Gallery in Stamford. This piece was in her solo show, “Reboot” during January 2020 and is now among the work of other artists who have exhibited there since 2005, curated by Lina Morielli and in the future by Ellen Gordon On view through Jan. 6.  

Ellen Gordon was featured in the "RIGHT NOW Art In the Moment" exhibit at St. Philip Artists' Guild (SPAG) Studios on November 12th and in "Wine, Women & Music" in Southbury on November 11th. On view through the end of January. Showing many large pieces and monoprints. WEBSITE

Adair Heitmann presented her true story "How Art Saves Lives" during the finale of the Bridgeport Art Trail at PechaKucha Night on November 13 at the Bijou Theatre. This year's theme was "Journeys: How Did We Get Here?" PechaKucha is an online and offline global storytelling platform that celebrates people, passion, and creative thought. Adair joined ten other presenters who shared their unique personal story told in 400 seconds with 20 images. CORRECTION: It was incorrectly reported in October that Adair was part of an exhibition called “Taking A Stand.”

Niki Ketchman's tablets are on exhibit in the November show, "Anomaly" at the Azarian McCullough Art Gallery in New York.
The two tablets pictured here, are acting as one and facing each other. They are further connected by a pink fringe of electrical wire radiating from the pair on the floor. Is this tablet a marker meant to remember or memorialize something or someone? Are the black lines of wire an abstract language written as a message or memory? How in the world could a tablet like this have a pink fringe? It’s an anomaly. As you recall the show is titled Anomaly. Steel rods, aluminum wire, electrical wire, paint. Its 3’h x 50” diameter.

Joanie Landau participated in Open Studios 2022 at the American Fabrics Arts Building in Bridgeport on November 12th and 13th. She showed her piece "From Where I Lie" Version 5 - a worm's eye view of winter trees. She held a Liquid Studio Sale on November 7th. WEBSITE                  

Nancy Moore won the Juror’s Award at the Connecticut Women Artists National Open Juried Show for "Where Do I Begin.” Juror: Lisa Hayes Williams, Associate Curator at the New Britain Museum of American Art.  WEBSITE                       

Brad Noble, founder of Art of Everyone, assisted by James Chantler Brown and Mike Vartuli created the "Men in Black" mural at 211 State Street in Bridgeport. The inspiration to design and paint the mural came from the history and relevance surrounding UFO researcher, publisher, and former Bridgeport resident Albert Bender. Bender claimed that he was contacted multiple times by the Men in Black, who demanded that he cease his investigations into UFO research, or suffer the consequences. Bender lived just two blocks from the mural wall on Broad Street. WEBSITE 

Rick Shaefer created two public art murals - "Leviathan"
at 1198 Main Street in Bridgeport and "Sunlight on Seascape After Squall" at 179 Middle Street, Bridgeport - as part of the Bridgeport Art Trail. Shaefer shared that his murals play off each other with the ocean in both as a unifying theme. Recognizing the city's history as a sea port and one-time whaling base, he was interested in portraying two historical aspects of the city that are often overlooked. The first was the emergence of a thriving community of African-Americans in what became known as Little Liberia and the second was that Bridgeport was a thriving shipbuilding and whaling center from the mid-eighteenth century to the mid-nineteenth.

The Mark Twain Library is excited to celebrate its 50th Anniversary and the Mark Twain Library Art Show. A juried exhibit featuring more than100 local and renowned artists, the hanging gallery and virtual gallery are open to the public December 3 – 11. This year’s Juror of Awards is Master Pastelist Peter Seltzer. All works are for sale and will be available for viewing and purchasing and the library retains a 35% commission on the sales. 

Trish Wend won Second Place at the NOAPS Best of America Exhibition in Jackson, WY for "Forsythia in Blue" and "Lemon Confit" was juried into the Oil Painters of America Eastern Regional Exhibition, hosted by James R. Ross Fine Art Gallery in Indianapolis, IN. "Cherry Blossom Cascade" (shown here) was on view at the Salmagundi Club in NYC November 7 through 18 for the American Artists Professional League's 94th Grand national Exhibition. WEBSITE

Marc Zaref recently completed a series of ensos - 4 sculptures installed at Canyon Ranch, Lenox, MA (welded steel, enamel 93 x 48 x 26 in) Created specifically for both the environment and its guests, Zaref's invitation to install sculptures began with exploration and observations. The interaction of landscapes and architecture, and how light creates different scenarios throughout the day, introduces a perfect setting for sculpture. The pathways guests travel with seating to relax, socialize or contemplate, and instructional sessions on the lawns, all add to a wonderful energy. WEBSITE

OTHER NEWS

SAVE THE DATE: ARTS HERO AWARD CEREMONY


JAN 18 | 6PM | INFINITY MUSIC HALL HARTFORD


The Connecticut Arts Hero Awards honor and celebrate Connecticut residents who are doing inspiring things in, for, or through the arts in Connecticut. Since 2016, the Connecticut Arts Hero Awards have introduced an array of remarkable individuals engaged in or supporting the arts - some publicly and some behind the scenes. The Awards are presented at a free event, open to the public. Save the date!

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BRIDGEPORT UNVEILS SIX MURALS


The Bridgeport Downtown Special Services District (DSSD) celebrated Bridgeport Art Trail weekend by highlighting the success of its collaboration with the City of Bridgeport, local and regional artists, and Downtown Bridgeport property owners to produce a series of public murals. The Bridgeport DSSD unveiled six murals over the Bridgeport Art Trail weekend, which established it as an emerging public art destination. CAFC MEMBERS Rick Shaefer and Brad Noble were among the mural artists to contribute their art. Alicia Cobb assisted Razul Branch on "Colorful Crosswalks" shown here.

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UPDATE YOUR PROFILES!

ARTISTS SUNDAY IS NOVEMBER 27TH


NOW is a great time to update your profile on both the CAFC website and the Creative Ground website. Prepare for this special day as a way to bring awareness to your work, sell your work, and connect with creative New England.

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ARTISTS SHARE THE MOST VALUABLE CAREER ADVICE THEY'VE EVER RECEIVED

In their “Ask the Artists” series, NYFA asked NYFA-affiliated literary, performing, and visual artists answer a series of questions about the creative life. The latest installment features responses from artists on the following topics: What is the most valuable piece of career-related advice you’ve received? How did it change you or your work for the better?

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THE SECRET TO MORE BEAUTIFUL NEIGHBORHOODS IS PUBLIC ART

Natalia Aldana writes in Apartment Therapy how to advocate for public art in communities and explains the history and benefits of art in public spaces as a way to amplify the unique aspects of a community. Visual arts, digital, sound, and performance arts should all be part of the diverse landscape.

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ART IN THE WORKPLACE IMPROVES EMPLOYEE WELL-BEING


It may seem obvious that looking at artwork is less depressing than staring at the sad gray enclosure of your office cubicle, but now, there is research to back it up. A new research study found that for 69% of participants, having “interesting and visually striking art” at the workplace contributes to their well-being. Brookfield Properties commissioned Perspectus Global for the research study concerning the factors that make employees most effective. Read about the findings.

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CALLS FOR ARTISTS

RIDGEFIELD GUILD OF ARTIST'S PRESENTS "THE ART OF GIVING"


DEADLINE: NOV 19

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BRUCE S. KERSHNER GALLERY "NEW BEGINNINGS...AFTER THE PAUSE"


DEADLINE: NOV 28

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MURAL PROPOSALS FOR

THE JAMES BLACKSTONE MEMORIAL LIBRARY IN BRANFORD


DEADLINE: NOV 30

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ROCKLAND ARTS FESTIVAL


DEADLINE: DEC 12

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8th ANNUAL COLORFUL ABSTRACTIONS ART COMPETITION


DEADLINE: JAN 3

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LINKS TO OPPORTUNITIES

JOBS, INTERNSHIPS, & VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

Artist Conductors

Art of Everyone| Bridgeport


Director of Marketing & Communications

American Mural Project| NYC


Development Assistant

The Ridgefield Library | Ridgefield


General Production Manager

Elm Shakespeare Co | New Haven


Development Assistant

The Bruce Museum | Greenwich


Patron Services Representative

ACT of CT | Ridgefield


Technical Director

ACT of CT | Ridgefield


Museum Attendant

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum | Ridgefield


Associate Curator

The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum | Ridgefield


High School Art Teacher

Great Oaks Charter School | Bridgeport

Museum Interpreter

Keeler Tavern Museum & History Center | Ridgefield


Social Media Coordinator

Sacred Heart University | Fairfield


Art Handler

Martin Lawrence Galleries | Greenwich


Curator & Artist Relations Manager

Loupe Inc | Remote

 

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RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Artist Communities Alliance Directory of Artist Residencies
Artworkarchive: Complete guide to Artist Opportunities; Calls for Artists
Call for Entry (Cafe)
Massachusetts Arts Council ArtSake Calls to Artists
Creative Ground (New England's Directory of Creative Enterprises and Artists)
Creative Capital
Hyperallergic Opportunities
New York Foundation for the Arts Classifieds (Opportunities; Jobs)
Springboard for the Arts (Opportunities) 

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