Artist Newsletter: AUGUST 2023

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News & Opportunities for Individual Creatives in

Fairfield County CT

August 2023

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

Kika Sojakova calls New York her home for 8 years,

ever since IBM brought her across the Atlantic to their headquarters. In her current role, she leads sales globally for Intel as a Strategic Technology Partner and was previously the Chief of Staff to the Head of IBM Cloud and the CTO of IBM Cloud. Since the early 2000s when she spent a year in the south of France, she has gained a deep admiration for the French culture, language, savoir vivre, and cuisine, while attending Alliance Française in Montpellier. Kika studied Political Science in Vienna Austria, and is an active member of the Slovak ex-pat community in the US connecting her with her home country, and a Forbes contributor, bringing inspiring life stories forward.

Sean King is an architect with a passion for building community and celebrating the unique perspectives that we all have to offer. Partnering with institutions and educational clients over his 15 years of practice has reinforced his dedication to creating spaces that are joyous, engaging and aspirational. Since moving to Stamford in 2017, he has enjoyed the benefits of the rich cultural heritage and diverse arts scene that the region provides. It is his goal to become a more active contributor to the fabric of his community.

Lori Bloom opened a mural business, Blooming Colors, after completing a BFA from Purchase College. Her work can be found in homes and offices across the tri-state area. Lori holds a Master’s in Art Education and a Masters in General Education. After years of teaching in public schools, she is now pursuing her dream of being a full time artist. Currently Lori works in her studio in Bridgeport on her art and with The RiseUp Group to bring arts to local communities. She also works with Silvermine Arts Center in their Outreach Program. In her work, colors collide, drip and flow, teaching her to let go and have no expectations or fear of what the final piece will be. It is a process, and Lori believes her soul leads her in creating.

CAFC NEWS

CREATING PROFESSIONAL VIDEOS & REELS WITH YOUR CELL PHONE

Wednesday September 6th

5:30 - 7:00 PM

Registration is now open for the next Artist WorkLab. This series is free and open to any artist working in any medium. Produced in collaboration with Metro Art Studios and with the support of Connecticut Humanities, Artist WorkLab brings you panels and discussions to help your art career thrive!

AUGUST SPOTLIGHT ON ARTS & CULTURE: PUBLIC MURAL ART IN CONNECTICUT

The podcast is now available for our August WPKN Community Radio “Spotlight on Arts and Culture” about Public Mural Art in CT. The interview features CAFC member and executive director of The RiseUP Group, Matt Conway. Matt organizes mural projects all around Connecticut. We spoke with him about how his organization trains artists, negotiates with municipalities and building owners, raises funds and coordinates the completion of amazing murals. We also heard from three artists: Alissa Siegal, Lauren Clayton and John Paul O'Grodnick as well as mural sponsors Mitchell Kidd with The Wellbuilt Company in Stamford and Marc Alan with the Norwalk Arts & Culture Commission.

LISTEN HERE

MEMBER NEWS

Melissa Benedek will be featured at “Music At The Mansion” with the Ridgefield Symphony And Art by Artist at Lounsbury House in Ridgefield. It's the final summer concert in a a music and art series. Join Melisaa on Sunday, August 20th at 4pm for wine and hors d’oeuvres and concert at 4:45pm. Melissa's art can be found on instagram @MelissaBenedekArt and on WEBSITE

Nancy Breakstone’s photograph “Changes-Playa Negra” (iphone, 30” x 40”) was awarded First Place in the Rowayton Arts Center “Marine & Coastal Art 2023” Exhibit which is on display through September 3rd. WEBSITE

Ellen Gordon's ”Lost in Thought,” mixed media was accepted to Connecticut Women Artists’ National Open Juried Exhibition 2023 on September 1 - 29, 2023 at Barnes-Franklin Gallery, Tunxis Community College, 271 Scott Swamp Road, Farmington, CT. Opening Reception is on Saturday, September 9, 12-2 pm. WEBSITE

Joanie Landau's mixed media piece "42 Boxes” has been accepted into the Connecticut Women Artists 2023 National Open Juried Show. The show runs Sept 1 - 29 at the Barnes-Franklin Gallery at Tunxis Community College in Farmington, CT. "42 Boxes” consists of 42 blocks of high gloss original photographs, adhered to vintage typeset drawers with original handles, painted high gloss white. The final contemporary touch is the plexi boxes they are housed in. WEBSITE

Emily Teall is displaying a painting and a sculpture in "Oasis," a group exhibition at the New Haven Institute Library open until September 16th. For those who happen to be traveling this summer, she is also participating in "Ferality in Nameless Realms," a group exhibition at Curiouser KC in Kansas City, Kansas. This show features both individual paintings and collaborative drawings with artists across the USA. Emily partnered with Tristan Lindo and Robert Zurer to create 3 surrealist drawings for this show. WEBSITE

Marc Zaref has been outdoors quite a bit this summer installing his work on the grounds of parks, and private and public institutions throughout the country. The Biennial Cherry Valley Artworks Sculpture Trail, Cherry Valley, NY selected three of his works for installation in various environments. In conjunction with the outdoor sculpture exhibition, “Behind the Trail" was developed by the 25 Main Collective Gallery highlighting several artists’ processes. Maquette sculptures, drawings, and writings by Zaref are exhibited. The Sculpture Trail is on view through October 6, 2023. Photo: Marc Zaref: 3 Planes 2 Lines, 2023 WEBSITE

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OTHER NEWS

EMERGING CREATIVE AWARD

Deadline - October 10

Nominate someone who is a breakthrough creative leader starting to blossom as an impactful and innovative contributor to the Connecticut arts scene. The candidate needs to exhibit commitment and promise in being a leader in the arts community; be a creative engine behind new projects and initiatives; have a vision for creative life in Connecticut. If you know a special someone who fits this description, please take a moment to nominate this individual. Self-nominations will be accepted.

NOMINATE HERE

ARTIST RESPOND PROGRAM

Deadline - October 25

The Artists Respond grant program awards funds to Connecticut artists for community-based art projects. Artists may apply for a grant of $3,000 to support artist fees and project related expenses. Artists may partner with organizations (nonprofits, business, etc), but the project may not be an extension of the organization's work.The Artists Respond program will invest in wide range of community-based projects from large audience events to small group activities.

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