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3/11/10
Seabiscuit Heritage and The Frank R. Howard Foundation present
Seabiscuit’s Legacy Art Exhibition & Benefit Auction
May 22, 2010
This benefit is in celebration of fine art and the legendary racehorse Seabiscuit is scheduled on May 22, 2010 at the champion’s home, Ridgewood Ranch, Willits, California. Proceeds are in support of the new Howard Hospital Campus & Wellness Center building fund, as well as the historic preservation efforts of the Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation in Willits, California. For event information or to obtain an artist’s contract, artists are encouraged to visit
www.seabiscuitheritage.org or call (707) 459.5992
Participating artists are invited to:
A Landscape Paint Out Day
At Historic Ridgewood Ranch, Home of Seabiscuit
March 20 , 2010
When
The Paint out day will take place on Saturday, March 20, 10 A.M.–5 P.M.
(Alternate Saturday, March 27 10 A.M.–5 P.M. in case of rain.)
There is no admission charge.
Where
Ridgewood Ranch, 16200 N. Hwy. 101, Willits, California.
Directions
Ridgewood Ranch is located approx. 7.5 mi. South of Willits, California and approx. 2 ½ hrs. North of San Francisco on Hwy. 101.
Event Contacts:
Jacqueline Cooper
Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation
Tel.: 707.459.5992
Cell: 707.972.4541
e-mail: seabiscuit@instawave.net
Ian Fitzpatrick
Frank R. Howard Foundation
Tel: 707 459-3047
e-mail: Ian@HowardFoundation.org
3/2/10
Ukiah Valley Artists Coop Second Annual Ukiah Artists Faire
SATURDAY, MAY 22, 2010
10 am – 4 pm
Grace Hudson Museum Gardens
431 So. Main , Ukiah, Ca.
(between Gobbi & Perkins)
The Ukiah Valley Artists Co-op is accepting applications to reserve your space. See details in the enclosed application form or call Jim Colling (707) 463-0610 or Don Pagano (707) 463-0868 for additional information.
Group entries are encouraged – here’s your chance to show work from multiple artists, share
exhibit costs and work while having a great time! 5% will be charged on all sales and donated to the Grace Hudson Museum Guild.
Deadline for applications is April 1st, so enroll early to guarantee your participation.
3/1/10
Mendocino Coast Writers Conference invites High School Writers
The Mendocino Coast Writers Conference offers scholarships to selected teen writers each year. Because of a special grant, they've opened the program to high school students ANYWHERE in Mendocino County. This includes home-schooled students.
The website has all the faculty bios and other details: http://www.mcwc.org
Please encourage your talented young writers in any genre--poetry, nonfiction, or fiction--to apply.
Deadline for application is May 1. Students will be notified by May 15. It's easy to apply! It's fun to attend!
Mendocino Coast Writers Conference
July 29 - 31, 2010
College of the Redwoods, Fort Bragg Campus, 1211 Del Mar Drive, Fort Bragg
3/1/10
Artist Opportunity: MAC Artists Open Studio Tour September 2010
The tradition returns! Join the Mendocino Art Center for the revival of the Artists Open Studio Tour, September 18 - 19 and 25 - 26, and showcase your art to visitors in your own studio. The first weekend of the self-guided tour will highlight artists between Westport and Caspar, and the second weekend between Mendocino and Elk.
Participating artists will also be featured in the Mendocino Art Center's Main Gallery exhibit the entire month of September. The Mendocino Art Center will promote the tour in the coveted markets of the Sacramento Valley and the Bay Area, as well as in Mendocino County. A full-color catalog will be produced, highlighting your artwork and bio and featuring detailed maps to the artists' studios. This same information will also be posted on the Mendocino Art Center Web site, www.MendocinoArtCenter.org, which attracts thousands of visitors each month.
Make your plans now to be a part of the tour. Registration fees are:
By April 20, 2010 (Early Bird Discount) = 2010 MAC Members $175, Non-members $200
April 20 to June 1, 2010 = 2010 MAC Members $200, Non-members $225
If you have any questions about the Artists Open Studio Tour, or the application process, please contact one of our tour coordinators:
Janis Porter
(707) 964-8884
JPorter631@aol.com
Sunshine Taylor
(707) 964-6456
staylor@mcn.org<
Maeve Croghan
(707) 937-3475
231-215-0399
maevecroghan@earthlink.net
2/28/10
SOROPTOMISTS YOUTH MUSIC AND ART AWARD DEADLINE IS MARCH 12, 2010
Soroptimist International of Fort Bragg is seeking applications for the Youth Music Award and the Youth Art Award. Each award is a $500 grant being offered to a female student, age 9 to 12 years old, who is currently enrolled at Dana Gray Elementary School, the Mendocino Grammar School, Fort Bragg or Mendocino Middle Schools, Caspar Creek Charter School, Albion Elementary School or Three Rivers Learning Center. Financial need is an important criteria.
The application deadline is coming soon: Applications need to be received by Friday, March 12, 2010 at 5 pm.
The Youth Music Award is for student who are interested in pursuing a private study in the field of music/voice and the award money is to be used to purchase a musical instrument and accompanying supplies; enroll in music/voice classes or study with a private instructor.
The Youth Art Award is for students who are interested in pursuing a study in the field of non-performing art including drawing, painting, sculpting (any media), ceramics and textiles.
The award money is to be used to purchase art supplies/art books; enroll in art classes or study with a private instructor. Anyone interested in applying can get an application in the office of their school. A committee of volunteers will select the recipient of each award.
For further information, please contact Soroptimist International of Fort Bragg Awards Committee member Jez Anderson at (707) 964-1228 or email bbbs@mcn.org. Upon request applications can be faxed, emailed or mailed, and may also be picked up at the BBBS office at 498 N. McPherson Street. In Fort Bragg.
2/13/10
CALL TO ARTISTS:
Seeking sculptural work for Sculpture Gallery at the Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden, Fort Bragg, CA
Application Deadline: March 15, 2010
The Arts Council of Mendocino County (ACMC) has partnered with the Mendocino Coast Botanical Garden (MCBG) to present a premiere sculpture gallery on their grounds, featuring a variety of abstract and figurative sculpture, water features, kinetic sculptures and monumental works. Visitors are able to view and enjoy the artwork in an intimate, natural setting, connected by meandering paths and quiet walkways.
The Sculpture Gallery features a rotating collection of up to 30 pieces. Sculpture is accepted once a year by a jury selection process, and the artwork is for sale with 70% going to the artist, and a 30% commission retained to be divided between the MCBG and the ACMC.
The Arts Council of Mendocino County is seeking sculptural work for the upcoming exhibition. Download the Call to Artists and Sculpture Gallery Application Form at www.artsmendocino.org/html/mcbgsculpturegallerycalltoartists.htm or call (707) 961-5449. The deadline for submissions is March 15, 2010.
Timeline for the Sculpture Gallery: Display period May 2010 – March 2011
Deadline for submissions: March 15, 2010
Notification to Artists: by April 5, 2010
Accepted artwork must be delivered to the Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens: April 15 – May 8, 2010
Next Opening of Sculpture Gallery and Artist Reception: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Artwork accepted into the Sculpture Gallery is on display for an eleven month period, in this case, May 2010 – March 2011.
Artists must either pay a $25 application fee or be a current member of the Arts Council of Mendocino County. The application fee is waived for current members of the ACMC. For Arts Council of Mendocino County membership information, click here or call (707) 961-5449
2/2/10
Mendocino Art Center seeks a Grant Writer & Metal Arts Studio Supervisor
The Mendocino Art Center is seeking proposals from a skilled Grant Writer to:
• Research grant opportunities – government, corporate and foundation – that match the goals and objectives of the Mendocino Art Center
• Gather information from various departments and write grant proposals
• Develop and maintain effective, long-term working relationships with grantors to facilitate approvals of grants
• Follow up with grantors to determine/monitor grant status
• Coordinate with various departments to track progress of grant projects, write and submit status reports and final grant reports
In addition to your resume, please present any specific ideas you may have about grant opportunities for the Mendocino Art Center and about how you would expect to be compensated.
Reply to:
Mike McDonald, Mendocino Art Center, P.O. Box 765, Mendocino, CA 95460
Or email marketing@mendocinoartcenter.org
Mendocino Art Center: Seeking Metal Arts Studio Supervisor
MENDOCINO ART CENTER is seeking a part time supervisor for the metal arts studio. Be responsible for equipment and studio maintenance and supervision of activities, including regular open studios. Responsible for ensuring safety procedures. Must have experience with welding, forge and foundry equipment. Hours/compensation negotiable.
Resume to David Alden, MAC, P.O. Box 765, Mendocino, CA 95460 or director@mendocinoartcenter.org
2/1/10
Grace Hudson Museum & Mendocino County Art Association's Trip to:
THE DE YOUNG MUSEUM OF ART SUNDAY MARCH 14, 2010
TUTANKHAMUN AND THE GOLDEN AGE OF THE PHAROAHS
For the first time in 30 years, the artifacts from the tomb of Tutankhamun return to the De Your Museum. The exhibition presents more than 130 important objects, including 50 from the tomb of King Tut, and places the Egyptian ruler in a larger context through an additional 80 objects from the tombs of his ancestors.
AMISH ABSTRACTIONS QUILTS
This exhibit features 48 full-size and crib quilts dating from the 1880s to the 1940s. Quilts made by girls and women of various Amish communities in Pennsylvania and the Midwest are visual distillations of their way of life. The Amish faith embodies the principles of simplicity, humility, discipline, and community, but their quilts are anything but humble. Using a rich color palette and bold patterns, these quilts are truly a unique contribution to American textile history. The quilts highlight the beauty and complexity of the abstract patterns.
COST: $65 (BUS & TUT ENTRANCE FEES)/ SENIORS $62
NON TUT – BUT QUILTS AND DE YOUNG ONLY $40
7.30 am – Leave Ukiah Civic Center (300 Seminary)
8.25 am – Santa Rosa pickup (K-Mart parking lot)
10.00 am – Arrive De-Young (timed tickets)
Lunch on your own
3.00 pm – Leave San Francisco for Ukiah
5.45 pm - Arrive Ukiah
OTHER PLACES OF INTEREST IN GOLDEN GATE PARK:
CALIFORNIA ACADEMY OF SCIENCE: Hrs. 11 – 5 pm.
Adults $24.95 Seniors $19.95
CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS –FREE
JAPANESE TEA GARDEN - $3.00
Seating is limited on bus so sign up with Receptionist as soon as possible.
Your check or cash payment will reserve your seat.
Grace Hudson Museum: (707) 467-2836
1/25/10
FOOLS FOR ART - an on-line exhibition
Open to all artists 18 years and older whose work exhibits a kind of madness and passion for their art form. All media except film/video, performance, and music will be accepted to this strictly on-line show.
Prizes
1st Place: $150
2nd Place: $100
3rd Place: $75
All prize winners will have winning pieces prominently displayed on the Arts Guild of Sonoma Website for one year. All other entrants will have their work visible on the site for a period of three months. This is a unique opportunity for established and emerging artists to see how their work fared against the prize winners.
Entry fee is $35 for the first three entries, $45 for five and $5 for each additional entry. Entries are unlimited.
For more info about the Art Guild of Sonoma and to enter: www.artsguildofsonoma.org
140 East Napa Street, Sonoma CA 95476
(707) 996-3115 gallery@artsguildofSonoma.org
1/25/10
Seabiscuit’s Legacy ART EXHIBITION & BENEFIT AUCTION
A benefit for Seabiscuit Heritage and Howard Foundation in celebration of fine art and the legendary racehorse Seabiscuit
Saturday, May 22, 2010 at the champion’s home, Ridgewood Ranch, 16200 Highway 101, Willits.
Call to Artists - Deadline for submission of artwork: May 7, 2010
The Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation and The Frank R. Howard Foundation with the support of the Arts Council of Mendocino, launches a call to artists to participate in a premiere art event. Seabiscuit’s Legacy art exhibit and benefit auction will feature art depicting the legacy of the Great American horse racing icon in a variety of styles and media. More than 500 community artists have been invited to participate and their work will be featured at a silent and live auction to help raise money for the new Frank R. Howard Memorial Hospital Building Fund and the preservation efforts of the Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation. Many of the historic buildings built by Seabiscuit’s owner, and founding donor of Howard Memorial Hospital, C.S. Howard, still remain and are in urgent need of repair. The Howard Foundation is raising funds for a new state-of-the art hospital in Willits.
“The theme is Seabiscuit's Legacy,” says Jacqueline Cooper, a representative of the Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation. “Artwork, will include, but is not limited to an equestrian theme. Works can include the paintings of the oak woodlands, old-growth Redwood groves, and the landscapes that constitute Seabiscuit’s legacy. Seabiscuit’s stud barn, Howard Memorial Hospital and other historic structures in our community would be very appropriate.”
Each participating individual is invited to create their impression of the horses’ legacy, with approximately four months to create their personal interpretation. There are two categories of participation: Seabiscuit’s Legacy or other select, finished artworks artists may wish to contribute. Participation in the Seabiscuit Art Exhibit & Benefit Auction will include work from members of the Arts Council of Mendocino County. Community artists are especially encouraged to participate. There is no entry fee, but those who wish to be included, are invited to return their artworks to the Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation Office by the submission deadline of May 7. Those participating have the option to retain a commission of the auction price or donate the full proceeds to the event. For more information or to request an artist’s contract, contact Jacqueline Cooper at mailto:seabiscuit@instawave.net or call (707) 459-5992.
Special thanks to Anna Kvinsland, Executive Director of the Arts Council of Mendocino County and Gary Martin, Director of the Willits Chapter for their guidance and support with this project.
The Seabiscuit Heritage and the Howard Foundation will host the Art Exhibit, Dinner & Benefit Auction on Saturday, May 22 from 6 pm – 9:30 pm at Ridgewood Ranch in Willits. This event is by reservation only and will feature live music, dinner and refreshments. The general public can purchase tickets in advance for the Seabiscuit Art Show & Benefit Auction by contacting (707) 459-5992 or email mailto:seabiscuit@instawave.net for more information.
The Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization formed to promote the cultural legacy of the Ridgewood Ranch through historic preservation, environmental conservation and public education. To make a contribution or for further information, contact the Seabiscuit Heritage Foundation, @ Ridgewood Ranch, 16200 Highway 101, Willits, CA 95460. URL: www.seabiscuitheritage.org
1/4/10
Call for Entry: Redwood Forest Foundation - Paint The Forests 2010
The Redwood Forest Foundation is proud to sponsor this exciting new art and photo competition whose purpose is to display the beauty and the plight of forests throughout the United States. Your entry may represent any aspect of the forest or forestry industry in any area of the United States and will be judged within any of the nine regions displayed on the Contest Map. The competition is open to all artists and photographers, professional or amateur. Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals will be awarded in each of the art and photo categories along with several thousand dollars in cash awards. There is also a “Paint The Redwoods Award” within Region 5 (all Paint The Redwoods entries are automatically entered in the Artist Category). Images may depict scenery, logging, restoration, examples of egregious practices, beneficial aspects of forestry management or anything to do with the forest flora and fauna. Gold Medal, Silver Medal and other selected artwork and photography will be featured in our National Touring Exhibit, which commences September 3, 2010 in the Sausalito, California area and continues throughout California and the United States. In addition, Bronze Medal and Top 50 Winners will have an opportunity to exhibit their art alongside our national winners at showings taking place at galleries located within each of the 9 Contest Regions.
The RFFI mission is to acquire, protect, restore, and manage forestlands and other related resources in the Redwood Region for the long-term benefit of the communities located there. RFFI currently owns and operates Northern California’s 50,000 acre Usal Redwood Forest. Don't miss out on this great event. Apply Now
12/3/09
The Djerassi Resident Artists Program is Seeking Applications
The Djerassi Resident Artists Program is seeking applications from California artists in the disciplines of choreography, media arts/new genres, visual arts, literature, and music composition, for the 2011 residency season.
The Program is located in a spectacular rural setting in the Santa Cruz Mountains, one hour south of San Francisco. Established, mid-career, and emerging artists are encouraged to apply. Those accepted are provided, at no cost, living and studio space and all meals during their one month stay. Artists must provide their own materials and transportation to the San Francisco area. There are seven residency sessions from mid-March through mid-November, with eight to ten artists of various disciplines in residence during each session.
The postmark deadline for accepting applications is February 15th, 2010, for residencies in 2011. Further information about the program, an application form, and guidelines are available on our website. www.djerassi.org
11/2/09
Registration For Lark Camp 2010 Is Open
Lark Camp - Celebration Of World Music, Song & Dance, July 30 - August 7, 2010
Music and Dance from the World Over
Music, Song & Dance Workshops * Cabins * Dances * Parties * Sessions * Great Food * Dance Hall * Dining Hall * Camping * Fire Circles * Mendocino Woodlands Redwoods * Full Camp 8 Days or Half Camp 4 Days * Over 90 Instructors
Check out the Lark Camp Website: www.larkcamp.com for complete workshop schedule.
Online Registration: https://secure.integraserve.net/larkcamp/order.html
9/28/09
Edgewater Gallery (Fort Bragg) now accepting new artists
3D Artists Encouraged to Apply
Edgewater Gallery in Fort Bragg is currently taking applications for 3D artists. Edgewater is a cooperative gallery featuring the work of 17 local artists.
For more information, please contact Linda Shearin at (707) 964-1752 or stop by the gallery for an application.
Edgewater Gallery
356 N. Main Street
Fort Bragg, CA 95437
(707) 964-4668
www.edgewatergallery.net
8/30/09
Call to Artists: Membership Opening at Northcoast Artists Gallery, Fort Bragg
Northcoast Artists Gallery is currently accepting applications for a member who works in 3-dimensional art for a floor space. Applications can be picked up at the Gallery at 362 North Main Street in Fort Bragg, or downloaded at www.northcoastartists.org
Call Gisela Linder at (707) 937-0866 or e-mail Gisela@mcn.org for more information.
Northcoast Artists Gallery
362 N. Main St., Fort Bragg
(707) 964-8266
info@northcoastartists.org
www.northcoastartists.org
4/29/09:
Art Promote – Art & Culture Online
Free resources designed to help artists manage and advance their careers, includes gallery templates, information on website creation and promotion, job search, health care, legal assistance, taxes, and more. www.artpromote.com
Are You Painting on a Regular Basis or Schedule?
WE ARE!!
Please join us Mondays, 10 am to 3 pm at:
Todd Grove Clubhouse, 600 Live Oak Ave., Ukiah
We all can use a little constructive criticism from colleagues, so come and tell us what you think!
Fee is $3 per session for MCAA members and $5 for non-members.
No instruction is provided. Bring your own supplies.
This is run on a drop-in basis – come for as long a time as you wish and get inspiration from painting with fellow artists. Tables and chairs are available.
If you have any questions please call Tommy Thornhill (707) 467-0266
1/26/09:
The 11th Annual National High School Poetry Contest
The 11th Annual National High School Poetry Contest is now accepting submissions. This year's scholarship prizes (12) range from $100 to $1000. We also name up to 100 Honorable Mentions and hundreds of Regional and Topical Winners every year. All winners will receive an offer of publication. For details and to enter go to www.highschoolpoetrycontest.com
9/25/08
Art Center Ukiah’s Corner Gallery Seeking New Members
As the fall and holiday season approaches, Art Center Ukiah's Corner Gallery has openings for several new members. We are looking for pedestal and wall artists, as well as jewelers. Through a juried process, potential members will first participate as guest artists. If you are interested, please write cornergallery@artcenterukiah.org.
See http://www.artcenterukiah.org/weblog/artists.html to learn more about current members. All are local Mendocino artists working in a wide variety of media, and collaborating with other members to create an educational and interactive space for art.
Art Center Ukiah
Corner Gallery
201 South State Street
Ukiah, CA 95482
Telephone (707) 462-1400
Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Thursday 11 am to 6 pm, Friday and Saturday 11 am to 8 pm
Closed Sunday and Monday.
9/17/08
Murals by Suzi Long
Suzi Long paints MURALS. Trompe l'oeil, faux marble, faux bois, vines, stone, theme rooms,
just about anything.
www.suzilong.com (707) 937-5664
5/27/08
Call for Artists – Consider joining the Artists Collective of Elk
Maybe you have seen the Elk Gallery: between Queenies Restaurant and the Elk Post Office, east side of Hwy 1. Several Mendocino County artists who often are on the Studio Discovery Tour show their art there: Kathy Edelbrock, Tom Eckles, Jenny Henderson, Jim Vickery and me. We have 15 artists now and could use several more. We each pay $50. a month plus about $7.50 for a share of utilities and sit the gallery 2 days, every five weeks. Another piece of good news: zero commission. You get all the money when something of yours sells.
If you’re interested, call or email Lu Vickery shivermetimbers13@yahoo.com (707) 882-2792.
I’d be happy to answer questions too.
Bruce Jones (707) 884-3381
PO Box 250, Gualala CA 95445
10/1/07:
Mendocino Stories is an online community of artists, writers, photographers, poets and musicians. Their goal is to present the artistic forces of Mendocino County on their website and, thus, to contribute to economic stability. They are promoting this in three ways: through their website at www.mendocinostories.com; their online store; and their monthly events at the Mendocino Hotel, showcasing writers, poets, musicians, storytellers and artists. To find out about a subscription web page, information about offering your books, CDs, art prints, or photos on their online store, or being a featured artist at their monthly Mendocino Stories and Music Series events, go to www.mendocinostories.com or contact Pattie DeMatteo at (707) 937-1732 or info@mendocinostories.com
