Artists Newsletter July 2022

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News & Opportunities for

Visual & Performing Artists of Fairfield County

July 2022

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Gabe Sorrentino is a painter and illustrator from Bridgeport, CT. They studied printmaking at Montserrat College of Art and received their Bachelors of Fine Art's in 2020. While the majority of their work thus focuses on the figure, they have begun to explore more graphic elements such as text, shapes, and line work. With their work, Gabe aims to gain a deeper understanding of human behavior, expression, and emotions. WEBSITE

OUR NEWS

As we continue to navigate the 'new normal' of life and business, we hope you will appreciate a centered, warm, and creative space to gather off zoom and in person. We've prepared a program that provides a meaningful exploration of our stories from the past couple of years, our present experiences, and a look to our future. Our creative space includes poets, Shanna Melton and Diane Lowman guiding us as we reflect, graphic artist Constanza Segovia visually creating our story as we share, and live music to inspire us. Please do not miss this event. We really want to see ALL of you!

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JULY SPOTLIGHT: FAIRFIELD COUNTY DANCE FESTIVAL

If you missed our July “Spotlight” live interview show on WPKN 89.5FM, with organizers of the Fairfield County Dance Festival, happening across six towns of Fairfield County, you can now hear it as a podcast on SoundCloud, at https://bit.ly/SpotFCDance

Our guests include Marti Etter, a veteran of the dance world in our area, director of the Ballet School of Stamford, and partner with internationally famed Parsons Dance in a new space in the Stamford Town Center Mall, Ted Thomas, Principal of Thomas/Ortiz Dance, and co-director of the New England Academy of Dance, and Claire Mazza, co-artistic director and choreographer for East Coast Contemporary Ballet.

Hear about the history of dance productions in our region and the promise and goals of this regional dance festival.

LISTEN HERE

YOUR NEWS

Melissa Benedek has four pieces in the RPAC show “Follow The Music” that runs through September 11th: "You Ignite Me," "Spinning," "Rhythm Of Life," and "Rolling With It." She also has one piece called “Rainbow Heart” in the upcoming show "OUTWorks" at City Lights Gallery in Bridgeport opening July 24rd. Email: Melissabenedekart@gmail.com

Nancy Breakstone's photograph “Desert Dew” (iphone, 30” x 22.5”) was juried into the Rowayton Arts Center “Photography and Sculpture 2022” Exhibit, July 31-Aug. 29, with an opening reception on July 31, 4-6 pm. She also has one of her photographs in the Las Laguna Art Gallery “Women In Art 2022” Online Exhibition, July 7-Aug. 6. WEBSITE EMAIL

Janine Brown is exhibiting two pieces in the exhibition "Public Private" featuring the 2023 MFA Art Practice cohort of Schelfhaudt Gallery at Paier College at the SVA Flatiron Gallery in New York City. The exhibition will run through July 30th. Using "I am" statements, Brown seeks to redefine subjectivity from a multiplicity of perspectives by calling upon the power of shared discourse. In her sound piece, "Who am I?" one becomes aurally surrounded by individuals declaring “I am…” statements, some mundane and others poignant, overlap, complement and conflict with one another. In her diptych, "I Am Watching You/I Am Not Amused" she questions local, regional and world events today. WEBSITE

Bevi Bulwinkel is exhibiting in the "Hot Stuff" exhibit

at Art/Place in Fairfield. Her two works are in the upcoming Member Show: "Dancing," (shown here) Mixed Media, 24 x 24 and "Morning Blush," Water mixable oil, 20 x 16. WEBSITE

Eric Chiang is a guest exhibitor for the month of July at the Westport Book Shop’s Drew Friedman Art Place. Eric is exhibiting his oil painting entitled “Moon Light Sonata” from his Musical Planet series. Eric’s artwork delves into the weighty issues of human connectedness and the meaning of existence, showcasing his empathy of panhuman loneliness, desperation, love, connections and hope. “Wherever we go in this planet, there is music. Human beings have let the visuals dominate their senses, I thus want to present to you visually the music of our planet.” More of Eric’s artwork was also on view at the Westport Library this month. WEBSITE

Carlos Davila has a new public art sculpture on display in downtown Providence through 2023. "Sine Wave," a 13' foot tall sculpture, and the others in this series are constructed of triangular forms, from the base to the top. The series is a play on geometry because a triangle is a profoundly simple shape, yet is the strongest. Triangles are also used to create the digital world. CGI is approximated using an incredibly fine mesh of triangles. Sine Wave is installed at the corner of Dorrance Street and Fountain Street as part of the sculpture program of The Avenue Concept of Providence, displaying large scale sculpture on several curated sites throughout downtown Providence. WEBSITE

Eugenie Diserio celebrates her past life in the music business with the reissue of her 80’s band The Dance’s entire music catalog. Three LP’s: In Lust Soul Force and Do Dada are currently available in colored vinyl CD’s and on all digital streaming platforms. "The Nashville based label, Sundazed Music/ Modern Harmonic reached out to her a year ago and now this project is a reality. Eugenie feels so honored and grateful to have been an artist and musician in New York City in the early 80’s…It was the most fertile, creative, amazing time." WEBSITE

Diana Gubbay had an exhibit reception on July 7 at Hancock Hall in Danbury, a short term rehabilitation center and long term nursing care home. The invitation to mount an exhibition there has fulfilled a dream to place her art work in a setting where the intention is for care and healing. More than 20 works in a variety of sizes and mediums are on display and available for purchase.Visit the exhibit 9am - 5pm Monday - Friday, through Sept 6th. WEBSITE Email: dianagubbay@gmail.com

Adair Heitmann was asked to create and present an artist sermon A.R.T.: Action, Reflection, Transformation at The Unitarian Church of Westport on July 10th, highlighting her true story about losing 50-years worth of artist's work in a flood and how she surrenders to the power of transformation. Her sermon will be posted on the church's website https://uuwestport.org/ WEBSITE

Felicity Kostakis is a huge advocate for art based therapies and was thrilled to speak with Jamie Marshall at Greenwich Magazine about the importance of art based therapies, especially for children. The article highlighted Felicity's use of art therapy as a way to help children in the wake of a covid induced mental crisis. Studies suggest that art therapy can be very valuable in treating issues such as depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and even some phobias. It is a great way to express your emotions without words, process complex feelings and find relief. WEBSITE

Joanie Landau's piece, “Miraculous Ranunculus" has been accepted into the Rowayton Arts Center Photography & Sculpture Juried Show 2022.” There will be an Opening Reception on Sunday, July 31st from 4-6pm. WEBSITE

Nancy Moore has a painting at Kehler Liddell Gallery’s “Lost/Found” exhibition in New Haven up until July 31, when there will be a closing reception from 1 - 4 pm. Moore’s painting, “Wonder Girl,” a framed watercolor (31”h x 38”w) shown here that is part of her Unconventional Women series, previously won the Juror’s Choice Award at the New Britain Museum of American Art’s Nor’Easter exhibition. WEBSITE EMAIL

Julie O'Connor won 2nd place at the "Art of Community" show at Stamford’s Ferguson Library for “Saluting the Class of 2020”. She also has "Sign of the Times” in that exhibit. Her photographs "Sea Into Sky" and "Turquoise & Malachite" are in the "22nd Annual Vivian and Stanley Marine Show," at the Stamford Art Association’s Townhouse Gallery. "I Believe in Magic – Do You?" is in the "Silvermine Summer Salon" until August 18th. And "Dancing Lights," "Friday Nights," "Igloos Make Eating Alright" were also accepted into the Rowayton Arts Center’s annual "Photography & Sculpture" exhibition, opening July 31. WEBSITE

Chris Perry is exhibiting at Brookfield Crafts Center: Still Rivers. Eighteen pieces of the altered book art of Chris Perry are on view through July 17. A resident of Ridgefield and member of Ridgefield Guild of Artists, Perry uses unwanted books to impart information without the use of images or words The books themselves are the ideas. The shape of the paper is the information. WEBSITE

Jay Petrow's painting, "Meeting Of The Minds" 72" x 48" is included in the current Silvermine Guild Summer Salon. This large abstract was created in a series of paintings exploring different forms and energy and how they relate to each other.

Now showing until August 18 at Silvermine Galleries in New Canaan. WEBSITE

Trish Wend's "Viburnum & Jade" was awarded Best Still Life in the National Oil and Acrylic Painters Association 2022 Associate Members Online Exhibition. Competition was fierce, with over 300 works submitted to the exhibition. WEBSITE

Joan Wheeler is exhibiting her fiber art "Sowing the Seeds of Liberty," 40"x60" (shown here) through October 2, at MoCA Westport. The exhibition "Women Pulling at the Threads of Social Discourse", is a collaboration between MOCA, the CAMP Gallery and FAMA. Joan's piece is about early women's rights activists, instrumental in the movement to get the vote for women. Joan also has 13 paintings and needle-felted wall-hangings in "Storytellers" at the Perspectives Gallery in Hamden, through September 9. WEBSITE

Brian Whelan is exhibiting at Silvermine Guild’s Summer Salon with his "Here Comes the Bus!" painting. A phrase many students won’t have to say for a few months…Brian’s Father was a bus conductor in London– his Mother would load he and his siblings on his Father’s bus and dash off to run errands.

June 25th – August 19th, Silvermine Galleries, New Cannan. WEBSITE

OTHER NEWS

HOW TO ACCESS YOUR CREATIVE JOY

Since artists do not live in a vacuum, the stress of the outside world can often seep into our studio practice. The reality is that creative joy can be stifled as the stresses of everyday life seep into your life. How do you keep creating when the world feels heavy? This Artwork Archive article explores seven ways to push your practice into a more joyful arena.

WHAT IS ARTIST'S ROLE IN SOCIETY

Every artist plays a different and necessary part in contributing to the overall health, development, and well-being of our society. Creative thinkers and makers provide their communities with joy, interaction, and inspiration, but they also give thoughtful critique to our political, economic, and social systems — pushing communities to engage thoughtfully and make steps toward social progress. This article spotlights nine artists from around the world and how they view their role as creative contributors.

NOMINATE YOUR ARTS HERO

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 us to an array of remarkable individuals engaged in or supporting the arts - some publicly and some behind the scenes. Deadline to submit a nomination is Wednesday, September 21st.

NOMINATE HERE

CT SUMMER AT THE MUSEUM

Connecticut Summer at the Museum 2022 program allows Connecticut children to receive free admission at more than 130 museums across the state during the summer months.

Governor Ned Lamont established this program in 2021 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as a way of providing children with engaging summer enrichment and learning experiences.

CALLS FOR ARTISTS

EASTBOUND THEATRE AUDITIONS

JULY 19 & 20

Eastbound Theatre, a division of the Milford Arts Council, announces auditions for the first show of its 29th season, The Realistic Joneses written by Will Eno and directed by CJ Nolan. Performances will run on weekends from Sept 23rd through Oct 9th. Auditions will be held at 7:00 p.m. at the MAC, 40 Railroad Avenue South, Milford.

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SILVERMINE A-ONE NATIONAL EXHIBIT

JULY 20

A Call of Entry has been announced for the 72nd Annual A•ONE National Exhibition, September 3 - October 20. This national exhibition honors emerging and established artists. A•ONE spotlights contemporary trends and new explorations across various media.

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WINGS 4 PEACE

DEADLINES: JUL 24, AUG 24, SEP 24, OCT 24

Artists Unite! This national public art movement is a collaboration with Artists 4 Peace and March For Our Lives. Join hands and show the world what collective creative energy can do by participating in a movement to inspire peace. This project has two main components: 1 - A wing-themed art piece that will evolve over the course of months and 2 - An incorporated message that is revealed one word at a time. Start a team or fly solo. Either way, follow along on Instagram at @wings_4peace and join the movement here:

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"HUES OF FREEDOM" EXHIBITION

DEADLINE AUG 8

The Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum is calling for artists for a juried exhibition which will open on Oct. 20th and run through Dec. 18th. Artist and Trustee Gail Ingis will select approximately 30 works from digital submissions. As the word freedom can be subject to diverse interpretations, this exhibition will explore how artists depict the concept in their work, filtered through their creative process and drawn from their unique visualization of this multi-faceted concern be it in life, art, or history.

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RIDGEFIELD GUILD OF ARTISTS

45TH ANNUAL JURIED SHOW

DEADLINE AUG 20

Ridgefield Guild of Artists announces its 45th Annual Juried Show September 17 through October 16. The Annual Juried Exhibition is the Guild’s premiere exhibition, open to all artists, members or non-members, age 16 and older. Artwork will be presented in the gallery and online at rgoa.org. Cash prizes for First, Second and Third Place. Juror: Colleen Cash of Artnet.

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CT WOMEN ARTISTS NATIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION 2022

DEADLINE SEPT 1

Connecticut Women Artists, Inc. (CWA) calls women artists to submit work to be showcased in a broad range of styles and media. Galleries and museums hosting the exhibition are chosen from among Connecticut's most well-known and respected art venues. This year, the exhibition is held at West Hartford Art League's prestigious West Hartford galleries.This year's Juror of Selection and Awards is Lisa Hayes Williams, Associate Curator at the New Britain Museum of American Art, New Britain. The gala opening reception and awards ceremony is held on October 22, 2-4 pm.

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FACES & FIGURES 2022

DEADLINE: SEPT 6

The Loft Artists Association, in collaboration with The Connecticut Society of Portrait Artists, presents a classically inspired and contemporary celebration of the human face and figure with the exhibition of over 50 original paintings, drawings and sculptures. Awards Reception Opening /CSOPA 20-year Anniversary Celebration Saturday, Oct 8 (4-6pm).

On view Oct 8 - Nov 6, Saturdays & Sundays (1-4pm) & by appointment.

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YOUNG ARTS NATIONAL ARTS COMPETITION

DEADLINE OCT 14

Do you know a visual, literary or performing artist between the ages of 15–18 or in grades 10–12? Encourage them to apply to YoungArts and they could receive cash awards; mentorship by accomplished artists; a lifetime of creative and professional support; a peer network of distinguished artists; and a nomination for U.S. Presidential Scholar in the Arts.

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LINKS TO OPPORTUNITIES

JOBS, INTERNSHIPS, & VOLUNTEER POSITIONS

School Administrator

Darien Center for the Arts | Darien

Media and Education Coordinator

Norwalk

Interior Design Office Manager

Westport

Graphics and Web Designer

Norwalk

Creative Production Coordinator

Vineyard Vines | Stamford

Photographer/Video Production Artist

Fairfield

Program and Events Director

Carriage Barn Arts | New Canaan

FUNDING, GRANTS, FELLOWSHIPS, + MORE

Anita Wetzel Residency Grant
Deadline: AUG 1

Faena Prize for the Arts
Deadline: AUG 1

Fountainhead Residency Open Call Miami

Deadline: AUG 5

CAA-Getty International Program

Deadline: AUG 15

Corning Museum of Glass BIPOC Residency

Deadline: AUG 31

New England Poetry Club Grant Opportunities

Deadline: SEPT 15

The Bennett Prize

Deadline: OCT 7

The Adolph & Esther Gottlieb Emergency Grant

Deadline: Rolling

Studio Opportunities | Bridgeport Arcade

Contact Ian Sacarny at ian@crestwoodmgt.com, 203-333-2267

Martin Yale 7000E Paper Cutter for Sale

Contact Chris Perry at exhibitions@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Fundamentals on NFTs

JULY 19

How to Create an NFT

JULY 26

E-Commerce Basics

JULY 27

Women Artists Workshops

JULY 20 + AUG 3

Intro to Cooperatives in the Arts

NOV 10

Guide to Social Media in 2022

CLICK FOR ALL OPPORTUNITIES

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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