COMMUNITY ARTsSIGHT

By: D. DelReverda-Jennings

FLAVA FRESH VI ! @ CLOWES: Opening August 3, 2009. Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University, 4602 Sunset Ave. The Second of three diverse showcases of the Sixth Annual, juried Multi-Art Exhibitions Presentation of contemporary art featuring local, regional, national and international artists. The work is an eclectic mix of media which includes: Painting, Photography, Sculpture, Textile/Fiber, Found Object, Mixed-Media, Assemblage and Digital Image Manipulation. Created * Curated by Indianapolis based Interdisciplinary artist, Independent Curator, D. DelReverda-Jennings.

Participating Artists: Nannette Y. Blair / Jeana M. L. Ouattara / Carl Hazelwood / Stephanie Hall / Anthony Radford / Heath A. Holland / Judie L. Sloan / Jerome Webster Chambers / Dr. Joan M.E. Gaither / Roderic Trabue / Marie A. House / Jerome Neal / Dana Rae Roudebush / Phillip Chestnut / Cherif Abib Ba / Kim Harwell-Ba / Tasha Vaden-Beckwith / Ibou Ibrahima Ndoye / Nicole D. Johnson Powell / Kevin James Wilson / Quay Kester / D. DelReverda-Jennings. Sponsored By: Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University / URBANE D'ART Inc.

Artists Reception and Gallery Walk & Talk: Saturday, September 20, 2009 from 5 - 7:30pm. Regular Viewing Hours: Mon-Fri. 8:30am - 5:00pm. The exhibition runs through September 28, 2009. Free and Open to the Public. INFO: 317-940-9697, www.clowes.org , UrbaneDArt@aol.com .

INDIANA ARTISAN: Is the statewide economic development program designed to help artisans expand their businesses while developing a brand based on quality Indiana-made art and foods. The program now involves the work of 111 juried artisans representing 41 Indiana counties. Indiana Artisans benefit from the collaborative spirit of the program through special initiatives available only to those who work juries into the program including entrepreneurial support and technical assistance. The next jury panels meet in October. Guidelines and the online application will be posted at in August. INFO: Eric Freeman, artisan@iac.in.gov , www.indianaartisan.org.

GOVERNOR'S ARTS AWARDS: Governor Mitch Daniels and the Indiana Arts Commission (IAC) have announced the recipients of the 2009 Governor's Arts Awards. "I am honored to recognize these recipients for the significant investment and contribution each has made to the arts in their communities, our state and beyond," said Governor Daniels. The 2009 recipients of the Indiana Governor's Arts Awards are: Angela Brown, Indianapolis. Miss Brown’s 2004 Metropolitan Opera debut in the title role of Aida garnered instant attention from national and international print and broadcast media and catapulted her on to the world’s prestigious opera and symphonic stages. This award-winning performing and recording artist is also a trail blazer on a mission to bring operatic and classical vocal performance to the masses through her unique recital program, “Opera from a Sistah’s Point of View.” / Ball Brothers Foundation/George and Frances Ball Foundation, Muncie./ International Violin Competition of Indianapolis./ Sweetwater Sound, Inc., Fort Wayne./ Vectren Corporation, Evansville./ "These recipients have demonstrated a commitment to their field, their communities, and to building a stronger Indiana by their investment of time, talent and leadership in the arts," said Lewis C. Ricci, IAC Executive Director. The five recipients will be honored during a special performance ceremony September 25, 2009 at the Cornerstone Center for the Arts in Muncie. INFO: www.in.gov/arts/2597.htm.

CALL TO POETS: International: InDeArts announces a call for poets worldwide to submit up to three of their unpublished pieces that are three lines in length to be considered for publication online at www.indearts.org with possible inclusion in a hard-copy format as well. InDeArts is particularly interested in poems that stretch the limits of the written word in an unconventional approach in three lines only. Poets are asked to send their poems in the body of an email (no attachments) along with a one line biographical sketch. No Fee. No Deadline. INFO: indearts@aol.com.

ARTIST VENDORS SOUGHT: Acton United Methodist Church (AUMC) cordially invites you to participate in our 12th Craft Fair on Saturday, November 7th , 2009 from 9 A. M. – 3 P. M. This event has grown and has proven to be a success for many artisans. AUMC is located just north of I-74 East and the Acton Road interchange in southeast Marion County – a prime location with easy access and plentiful parking. Potential customers will be reached through broad advertisement and repeated programming. Rental of an 8X10 booth is $40 with maximum of two crafters per booth. Booth space is limited and goes quickly so reserve yours today! Reservation Deadline: October 10th.

INFO:

www.actonumc.com/PDF%20Forms/CF%20Booth%20Application%20and%20Contract%2009.p

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By: D. DelReverda-Jennings

FLAVA FRESH VI !: The First exhibition presentation of FLAVA FRESH VI ! runs July 1 - August 1, 2009 at the Indianapolis Arts Garden, downtown Circle Centre Mall: View the works of local and regional contemporary artists during the annual, juried, multi-exhibition presentations. The Second FLAVA FRESH VI ! exhibition begins August 3rd., runs through September 28, 2009 and will be held at Clowes Memorial Hall, Butler University. Opening Artists Reception and Gallery Walk/Talk dates TBA. INFO:urbanedart@aol.com, www.cloweshall.org/artatclowes.

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES IN THE GARDEN: Sunday, July 19, 2009, 4:30- 8:30pm. Studio located 3001 N. New Jersey St. The Artists of 3001 N. New Jersey St. Summer Concert Series II ~ “IN THE GARDEN.” Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, picnic baskets and join us for an evening of Open Mic and Blues. Free parking across the street. Fee - $5. Studio Artists and Sponsors include: Laura Kivela, Anthony Radford, Bruce Armstrong, Marc Shabazz. INFO: Radford; 317-538-5709, Armstrong; 317-626-3135 .

ANNUAL ART IN THE GARDEN: Sunday, August 16, 2009 from 3 - 9:00pm. 3001 N. New Jersey St. Studio’s. Artists’ Open Studio’s, Gallery exhibit, Artists’ Market, Food, Fellowship, Musical Guests “NuSoul Theory,” Drumming and Poetry. Over 30 artist participants! Free parking across the street. Enjoy the end of summer with a marvelous annual cultural experience. Sponsors: The Artists’ of 3001 N. New Jersey St. Studio’s. Fee - $8 in advance, $10 at the Door. INFO: Radford; 317-538-5709, Armstrong; 317-626-3135 .

EXPOSE YOUR WORK: Arts Council of Indianapolis announces a new and improved Artists’ Database: Is your artwork online? If not, then get your art exposed! Starting In July, the ACI will offer artists the ability to set up their own user name and password that will enable them to update their own information as well as upload images, videos, and audio files. Artists of all disciplines are invited to signup for the ACI Artist Database which contains contact, biographical and artistic discipline information for free! In the meantime, sign-up and stay tuned to the Artist Opportunities E-news for updates. No cost promo! INFO: slinker@indyarts.org , 317-631-3301 ext. 236 , artistservices@indyarts.org, www.indyarts.org.

EMERGING LOCAL ARTISTS SOUGHT: 5515 E. Washington St. The Historic Irvington Lodge, located in the heart of Irvington on Washington St., in partnership with Mosaic Church is opening an art space to be open in coordination with IDADA’s monthly First Friday open house events. The Historic Irvington Lodge Art Gallery is seeking local, family friendly, emerging and unknown artists for no-cost exhibitions. Each exhibition opens on IDADA’s First Friday and continues approximately three weeks. Artists working in all media are encouraged to submit work. INFO: Molly Petersohn; mollyamason2000@yahoo.com.

INDY HOSTEL ART EXHIBITIONS: Indy Hostel invites artists to exhibit their artwork either in a single person show or in a group show for the month of July. Fifteen pieces of work maximum accepted, depending on the size. Shows will be rotated every month through 2009. There are No Commissions/Fees. This is a great opportunity for an artist to exhibit their work in a friendly atmosphere to people visiting Indianapolis from all around the world and to locals of Indianapolis. Artists should send an artist bio and low resolution digital images to, INFO: Kayci Voegerl; kayci@indyhostel.us .

NSI~BUSINESS OWNERSHIP INITIATIVE: BOI Upcoming Workshops: 4755 Kingsway Dr., Suite 314. Business Contracts and Negotiations: July 27, 2009. 6-8:pm. Introduction to the basics of contract law: Participants will gain an understanding of when a contract is necessary, the process of negotiating a contract and key elements of contracts. Fee $10.

Registering Your New Business: August 8, 2009. 10am.-Noon. Introduction to various legal forms of business, learn the appropriate steps to register their business for legal and tax purposes, and identify the required government agencies that they need to contact. Fee -$10.

Analyzing Your Business Idea: August 20, 2009. 6-8:30pm. Assess the viability of your business idea, determine what resources it will require and identify the appropriate steps that it will take to reach your goals. Free! INFO: 317-917-3266 ext # 100 , information@nsibiz.org, www.nsibiz.org.

ARE YOU A STARVING ARTIST? Searching for a few “starving artists” to feature in our upcoming book. Here’s what we’re looking for: We need your informative/humorous story about what you do to save a dime or two on your food budget. Do you have any special tricks when dining out, going to the mini-mart, or grocery shopping? We’re looking for original ideas along with interesting personal “struggling” artist stories. In addition to your brief story, we want a picture of you and some of your artwork or you featured with your artwork or you in your work setting (for writers/musicians/performers). You must own the copyright to all images and be able to grant use of all images. In exchange for your “food” story, we will provide your website address, Twitter link, etc., with your story in the book and help get the word out about your work. 

We would also work together to find more ways to market your work along with the book. Send contact information and a little information about your work and we will respond with more information about the book. INFO: Jack; starvingartist1@live.com.

ASANTE CHILDREN’S THEATRE ACADEMY: The next round of auditions for Asante Children’s Theatre Academy will be held on Saturday, August 29, 2009; location and times to be announced. Walk-in auditions are not permitted, so to schedule an audition or for more information about the audition process, call 317- 297-0020. For more information on what you need to know to prepare for an audition visit, http://editor.ne16.com/asante2/Audition--What_You_Need_to_Know.pdf.

INFO: www.asantechildrenstheatre.org

HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL POSTER COMPETITION: The Historic Irvington Community Council is once again calling for entries for a poster to commemorate the 63rd annual Irvington Halloween Festival. The Irvington Halloween Festival is one of the oldest neighborhood festivals in Indianapolis. Each year the festival committee selects a poster design, which is then used on festival merchandise and reprints of the poster. Funds raised from the festival go to support quality of life initiatives in Irvington and also to support other local non-profits dedicated to the betterment of Irvington and its residents. There is a cash prize

awarded to first, second, and third place finalists. Deadline: July 31, 2009. INFO: www.nps.gov/nr/travel/indianapolis/irvington.htm, www.scribd.com/

doc/15872897/Irvington-Halloween-Festival-Poster-Contest.

MIDTOWN WRITERS: Thursdays at The WAY, 2153 Dr. Andrew J. Brown Ave., at Scott United Methodist Church. Join the Midtown Writers Association at Kafe Kuumba, 7:00pm. 4th Sundays - Good Humor Comedy and Poetry Open Mic Ministry 5-7pm. 3rd Mondays -”Know Thyself” Institute

6:30pm. INFO: 317-923-4300.

NEW INDY ART VENUE: The Athenaeum ArtSpace located 401 East Michigan St. is seeking local, family-friendly, emerging and unknown artists for commission-free exhibitions. Each exhibition opens on IDADA’s First Friday and continues approximately three weeks. Artists working in all media are encouraged to submit work for these juried exhibitions. Send submissions c/o Kevin Gierman, The Athenaeum ArtSpace 401 East Michigan St., Indianapolis, IN. 46204. INFO: Kevin Gierman; 317-655- 2755 ext 152, kevingierman@athenaeumfoundation.com.

CREATIVE OPPORTUNITY: Arts Council of Indianapolis: The Robert D. Beckmann, Jr. Emerging Artist Fellowship Program awards two fellowships each year to qualified and talented artists in music, dance, theatre, literature, or the visual arts. The first component, a monetary award for supplies,

instruction, workshops, studio or rehearsal space, or other uses specifically related to the growth and development of the fellow’s artistic work. The second component of the program involves a unique professional experience opportunity to which many artists may not have access until later in their

careers. Deadline: July 24, 2009. INFO: www.artscouncilofindianapolis.org/grants_for_individuals.html, slinker@indyarts.org.

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By: D. DelReverda-Jennings

FLAVA FRESH VI!: Call To Artists: Accepting submissions from Indy visual artists for the Sixth annual, multi exhibition presentation of FLAVA FRESH! The exhibitions begin in July and end October 1, 2009. Open to artists 18+. New work is shown in each exhibition. Artists will receive: 3 notable exhibitions, 2 artists receptions, publicity, exposure from this popular venue. To submit: Send a website or blog address that has images of your work along with a brief artist statement/bio for consideration. Moderate Entry Fee: INFO: URBANEDART@aol.com, (Please put 'FLAVA FRESH VI! Submission' in the subject line.)

CHAOS ART GALLERY: 630 Virginia Ave. (intersection of Virginia & N. College Avenues.) Near historic Fountain Square. Featuring local artists as well as work by students of the John Herron School of Art and Design. Mingle with artists, collectors and aficionados of Fine Art in Indianapolis' newest contemporary art gallery! Tu & Th 10–2; Fri & Sat 1– 6:pm. First Friday's - 5:30 – 10:00pm. Free! INFO: 317-602-3532 .

FACING WEST PORTRAITS: The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. 500 W. Washington St. White River State Park. As a part of the museum’s 20th Anniversary Celebration, portrait's will be displayed in conjunction with the exhibition, Facing West: Celebrating 20 Years of the Eiteljorg Museum offering an opportunity for guests to re-discover favorite pieces and experience never-before-seen work. Participating artists include: Cathy Burton, C. Oveihue and D. DelReverda-Jennings and many more. On view thru August 9, '09. Free with general museum admission. INFO: 317-636-9378.

APPLY TO THE INDIANA ARTISAN PROGRAM: Launched in 2008, the Indiana Artisan goals include: raising awareness about the availability of hand-crafted and value-added food products made in Indiana; providing artisans, particularly those in rural areas, with access to entrepreneurial support; providing grant funding for artisan business development education and networking; promoting artisan trail development and retail opportunities; and developing branding for Indiana-made goods. To participate in the program, artisans need only successfully complete the jury (selection) process. Applicants can be for-profit or not-for-profit corporations, as well as unincorporated individual artisans. There will be two jury panel sessions in 2009, May and October. For Jury session timeline, category guidelines and online application links visit, INFO: http://www.indianaartisan.net/ , http://www.indianaartisan.net/art.php, http://www.indianaartisan.net/food.php .

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES INITIATIVE: The Summer Workshop Schedule Is Now Available: BOI is pleased to announce that the workshop schedule for May - August is now available on our Web site. The summer course catalog will be available to pick up in our office by the end of April, and is available in PDF form on the Web site now. Check out the 'Course Catalog' or the Workshop Calendar and start planning to meet your professional and personal development goals through our variety of business planning, marketing, financial, technology, legal, care-giver and life-skills workshops. INFO: nsibiz.org , 317-917-3266, ext. 100, information@nsibiz.org.

CHILDREN'S MUSEUM & CONNER PRARIE OFFER 'ACCESS PASS' ADMISSION: The Children's Museum of Indianapolis has joined forces with Conner Prairie to offer reduced admission to Hoosier families in need. In 2004, In 2004, the Children's Museum began the 'Access Pass' program, which provides low income Hoosier families with opportunities to visit at the reduced rate of $1 per person. Conner Prairie is now offering the same statewide initiative. Indiana families with at least one member who is 18 years of age or older and who are part of the TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families), food stamps or Hoosier Healthwise Insurance are eligible to participate. Families can visit the Children’s Museum and Conner Prairie and present a Hoosier Works card or Hoosier Healthwise Insurance card, together with photo ID, at the box office to receive $1 admission for immediate family members. They will be issued an Access Pass card that is renewable annually and provides family members the reduced rate throughout the year. INFO: http://www.childrensmuseum.org/accesspass/index.htm , 317-334-3322 , 800-208-KIDS ; www.connerprairie.org , 317-776-6006 , 800-966-1836 .

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BOI WORKSHOPS: 4755 Kingsway Dr., Ste. 314. Business Ownership Initiative of Indiana. Upcoming Workshops: "Sales 101" How to understand the difference between sales and marketing, the importance of sales to the small-business owner, steps in the sales process, and the language and psychology of sales. "Marketing Your Personal-Care Business" Learn key principles of marketing that you can use to find clients for your personal-care business. "Personal Money Management for Entrepreneurs", as well as Workshop Courses in how to better manage your personal finances to position yourself for business ownership: How To Start A Business The Right Way, Understanding Financial Statements, Analyzing Your Business Idea, Minimizing Risks In Your Business, Issues for Small Businesses With Employees, Winning Sales Strategies (two-part series), Small Business Banking Resources. Small Fee Applies. INFO: 317-917-3266, ext.100 , information@nsibiz.org .

ASANTE CHILDREN'S THEATRE: “People Get Ready: A Tribute to Curtis Mayfield.” The Frank and Katrina Basile Theater located in the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center, 450 West Ohio St. Thursday, March 5, 2009 at 8:00pm. (School Night at the Theatre), through Sun., March 15th at 4pm. Tickets go on Sale Feb.1,'09. Call for more ticket INFO: 317-627-4755.

WOMEN IN ART: The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. 500 W. Washington St. White River State Park. Saturday, March 28, 2009 from 10am - 5:00pm. In honor of Women’s History Month the Eiteljorg presents the 4th annual juried Women In Art event. The market will feature basketry, sculpture, fiber arts, ceramics, woodworking, painting and other arts. Enjoy and purchase artwork by some of the region’s best female artists. Katrina Gorman, Amy Gunderson, Agatha Onye Ndika, Dixie Ferrer, Cathy Claycomb, Theresa Turner, Dee Di Camillo, Jennie Elkins, Theresa Thomas, Shirley M. Brauker, Lynn Medsker, Mint Evans, Francie Broadie, Camille Richards, Judie Huss, Peg Neal, D. DelReverda-Jennings and many more! Free with general museum admission. INFO: 317-636-9378 , 317-275-1319 , mbarenie@eiteljorg.com , http://www.eiteljorg.org/ .

STILL SEARCHING FOR MUSICIANS: The Wheeler Arts Community is seeking acoustic, unplugged musicians to perform during First Friday art receptions between 7-9 pm. Any genre of music that would complement a visual art experience is acceptable. There is no compensation; however, tip jars are encouraged and approximately 100-200 people attend each reception. INFO: Please direct inquiries and music samples (MySpace pages or CD's if you have them) to Katie; burkk@uindy.edu , 317-916-9375 .

ARTIST CALL: Artists show your work! Gallery Seven operated by the Pike Performing Arts Center is a unique exhibition space offering an opportunity to community visual artists to be showcased during regular operational hours and during ticketed Pike Performing Arts Center programs or by appointment. Artist contracts run for one month. Free. INFO: Jared Duymovic, Community Outreach Coordinator; 317-216-5450 , ppac@pike.k12.in.us , http://www.pikepac.org/ .

ARTSWORK MEETINGS: ArtsWORK Indiana is an informal, statewide group of people interested in improving arts-related professional opportunities and careers for people with disabilities. The schedule for upcoming meetings are: March 26th, April 23rd, and May 28th, 2009. Meetings will be held at 2:00pm. at the Indianapolis Museum of Art (IMA) in Adult Lecture Room A. Please support us and put these ArtsWORK Indiana meeting dates on your 2009 calendar! Free! INFO: Chris Karson; karsonRacing@aol.com , info@artsworkindiana.org .

ARTSWORK WORKSHOP: Indianapolis Art Center, 820 E. 67th St. April 4, 2009 from 1 - 2pm. This is a free workshop on careers in the arts for people with disabilities. Local event partners are the Indianapolis Art Center and the Indianapolis Resource Center for Independent Living. Event Sponsor: ArtsWORK Indiana along with Local Co-Sponsors. Attend this workshop to: Receive tips, tools and resources for pursuing a career in the arts. Learn about the resources available at ArtsWORKIndiana.org . Hear the lessons learned about forging a career in the arts from someone who has been there - Indianapolis artist and gallery owner Wug Laku, and learn about opportunities to explore the arts through programs at the Indianapolis Art Center. Sign language interpretation will be provided. Please let us know of any additional special accommodations. INFO: Kristina Davis , kdavis-smith@iac.in.gov , 317-232-1279 , http://www.artsworkindiana.org/defiles/pdfdocs/Creative Connections Indianapolis.pdf .

INDY FILM FESTIVAL: Indianapolis International Film Festival. July 15-25, 2009: Seeking entries in the following categories: American Spectrum Features (40 min. or longer), American Spectrum Shorts (under 40 min.), World Cinema Features, World Cinema Shorts, Documentary Features, Documentary Shorts, and Black Expressions (films presenting the Black experience in an increasingly globalized world). The festival awards the Eric Parker Social Justice Award to the feature film that best presents a vital social issue and suggests ways to correct it (last year's winner was a documentary by a woman depicting the strength and community of women in the Congo surviving rape). Fee - $30-$75. Deadline: March 15, 2009 (late), April 15, '09 (extended). INFO: 317-513-9379, FAX: 317-968-0402 , inquiry@indyfilmfest.org , http://indyfilmfest.org/ , OR write > Indianapolis International Film Festival, 719 1/2 Massachusetts Ave. Suite B, Indianapolis, IN. 46204.

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KUABA GALLERY: 876 Massachusetts Ave. Friday Dec. 5, 2008 from 5-10pm. Kuaba presents "Hope Inspired", new works by artist Christine Drummond and paintings created by orphaned and vulnerable children of Zimbabwe. The paintings by the orphans are a result of an inspirational art project 'Ray Of Hope' facilitated by Drummond. Also showing new large and medium sized sculptures by various Shona sculptors. Exhibition runs through Jan. '09. Free! INFO: 317-955-8405, 317-332-9357.

HOP DEAN JOHNSON: Annual Holiday Show! 646 Mass. Ave. Opening Artists Reception, Friday, December 5, 2008 from 5-9pm. Participating Artists include: Kate Oberreich, Jerry Points, Cindy Wingo, Andrea Eberbachart, Kevin Smola, Susan Mauck, Yasha Persson, Julie Ball, Amy Falstrom, Casey Jo Crist Ailes, Jim Kemp, JC Brooks, Amy Cannady, PT Sinclair, Jacobina Trump, Jerry Points, Teri Barnett, Doug Arnholter, John Domont, Kevin Smola, Carol Jourdan, Amy Kindred, Marco Zehrung, Mint Evans, Bruce Dean, Scott Johnson, D. DelReverda-Jennings. Runs through Jan. Free! INFO: 317-634-8020

IMPACT 100: Greater Indianapolis Grants: This charitable women’s giving circle awards grant of $100,000 for a specific project or program that is 1-2 years in length and has potential to make significant impact in the greater Indianapolis area. Arts and Culture is one of the eligible award areas. Nonprofit’s seat of operation must be in greater Indianapolis area (Marion, Hamilton, Hancock, Shelby, Johnson, Morgan, Hendricks, or Boone County) or must be a recognized local chapter of a state or national nonprofit serving this region. Deadline: Jan. 20, 2009 (Letter Of Inquiry). INFO: grants@impact100indy.org , www.impact100indy.org

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Call for Entries: Through My Eyes—Perspectives of Autism: A Juried Exhibition for Artists with Autism during the month of April 2009. Exhibition sponsored in partnership by Riley Hospital for Children Christian Sarkine Autism Treatment Center (CSATC) and VSA arts of Indiana in honor of National Autism Awareness Month and in conjunction with CSATC’s Autism Awareness Fair. Open to any artist with an autism spectrum disorder, age 8 and above, is eligible to submit artwork for consideration. Artwork in this exhibit will NOT be for sale. Deadline:Jan. 16, '09. INFO: Emily Compton; ecompton@vsai.org , 317-974-4123, 1-800-484-8055 (pin 1605) toll free, http://vsai.org/call4art.pdf

CREATIVE RENEWAL ARTS FELLOWSHIP: The Arts Council of Indianapolis believes that a continued investment in our artists and arts administrators benefits central Indiana's overall cultural climate. Applicants must be either professional artists or arts administrators, employed by non-profit organizations; resided at least three years of consecutive residence in one of the following Indiana counties: Marion, Boone, Hamilton, Hendricks, Hancock, Johnson, or Shelby; have at least 10 years of experience in the arts and at least three years in which the applicant's primary source of income was employment in the arts; applicant's primary source of income over the past three years was work in dance, theatre, media arts, music, literature, visual arts, or multidisciplinary art forms. The fellowship funds may be used for research, instruction, apprenticeships, travel, conferences, or other experiences that will assist the recipient in their exploration of artistry or creative journey. Deadline: February 13, 2009. INFO: http://www.artscouncilofindianapolis.org/

ARTISTS SEEKING MONEY? The Indiana Arts Commission is looking for individual artists living and working in Indiana to apply for up to $2,000 from the Individual Artist Project Grant. The grants are intended to assist Indiana artists with specific project-related costs that will help them further their career and provide significant public benefit through the completed project. Applicants must be 18+, live in Indiana for one year preceding the application date. The program cycle runs from July 1 to June 30 and offers flexibility to respond to artists' needs and goals. Applicants must plan a project, or phase of a project, which can be realized within the requested budget and completed within the proposed timeline. Artists must submit application for IAP grants online. Deadline:February 2, 2009. INFO: http://www.IN.gov/arts/2540.htm

INDIANA ARTISAN PROGRAM:The Indiana Artisan Development program is a joint venture of the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs, the Indiana Office of Tourism Development, the Indiana Arts Commission and the Indiana State Department of Agriculture which will support and promote Hoosier artisans and handmade products. The IADP is a wonderful opportunity for Indiana local artists, artisans and food producers. Individuals selected will be given a logo for branding their product as a “made in Indiana item,” receive business development support and funding, have an Internet presence on the IADP website, become part of artisan-related tourism trails, and have their product(s) showcased in artisan outreach programs including trade shows and retail outlets. Individuals must undergo a jurying process to be selected for the program. Guidelines and the online application are available for the 2009 adjudication jury sessions which will begin in May and October 2009. Details and grant guidelines will be available on the IAC website in January 2009; check for program updates and announcements.
INFO: http://www.in.gov/indianaartisan/index.html , http://www.indianaartisan.com/

GALLERY SEVEN ARTIST CALL: Gallery Seven operated by the Pike Performing Arts Center is a unique exhibition space offering an opportunity to community visual artists to be showcased during regular operational hours and during ticketed Pike Performing Arts Center programs or by appointment. Artist contracts run for one month. Free. INFO: Jared Duymovic, Community Outreach Coordinator; 317-216-5450, ppac@pike.k12.in.us , http://www.pikepac.org

CALL FOR SELECT ARTISTS: Regional: Specific: Escanaba, MI: William Bonifas Fine Arts Center: The William Bonifas Fine Arts Center is accepting entries for a juried exhibit entitled "Fires Around the Lakes: Ten Years After,"open to glassworkers living or working in the states bordering the Great Lakes (MI, WI, MN, IN, IL, OH, PA, NY and Ontario, Canada). This exhibit will take place June 25 to July 30, 2009 and is open to all glass media including blown, fused, cast, stained, painted, lampworked and mosaic artwork of original design created in the last two years. Entry Deadline is April 25, 2009. INFO: Beth Cox at the William Bonifas Fine Arts Center; 906-786-3833 ext. 16, bc@bonifasarts.org

2009 BLUECAT SCREENPLAY CONTEST: Regional: IL: Call For Entries: The 2009 BlueCat ScreenPlay Contest is now open for submission of feature length screenplays! The winner receives $10,000. Four finalists receive $1500. Every writer who submits to BlueCat receives a written script analysis of their screenplay. Entry Fee - $50. Early Bird Script Analysis: Early Bird Deadline: December 1, 2008. Screenplays submitted by Dec 1, 2008 will receive their analysis by Jan 5, 2009. Regular Deadline: March 2, 2009. Late Deadline: April 1, 2009 ($60 Entry Fee.) Submit You ScreenPlay. INFO:
http://www.bluecatscreenplay.com/submissions/call_for_entries.php , http://www.bluecatscreenplay.com/ , www.myspace.com/bluecatscreenplay

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HOLIDAY SHOW AT THE HARRISON: The Harrison Center for the Arts located 1505 N. Delaware St. invites artist proposals for our annual color-themed holiday show. This year’s show is Brown Paper Packages Tied Up With String. Scheduled to open First Friday, December 5, 2008 and will run through Dec. 27th, '08. Send up to six digital images along with a completed entry form. Images must match with a corresponding list or be labeled with name, title, size and media. Deadline: Nov. 7th, '08. We are interested in video imagery; artists are required to provide any digital equipment necessary for their work. Send Submissions to: Brown Paper Packages, c/o Pam Allee, Harrison Center for the Arts, 1505 N. Delaware Street, Indianapolis, IN, 46202. INFO: pam@harrisoncenter.org .

SEEKING VIDEO ARTISTS: The Wheeler Arts Community located 1035 E. Sanders St. in historic Fountain Square is looking for video artists with any type of video media, for its Winter Open House event scheduled to take place December 5 - 6, 2008. Exhibit Fee - $15. Participating artists must provide their own equipment and setup. INFO: halls@uindy.edu , 317-916-9375.

HOLIDAY ONE PIECE SHOW: Dean Johnson Gallery located 646 Mass. Ave. Opening Artists Reception, First Friday, December 5th, 2008 from 5-9 pm. View, buy, and be merry! Enjoy an array of the cities finest artists works of all mediums and genres in this annual show of distinction. Participating artists include: Bruce Dean, Kate Oberreich, Jim Kemp, Amy Cannady, Jacobina Trump, Pat Prather, Jerry Points, Kevin Smola, Marco Zehrung, Amy Kindred, Scott Johnson, Teri Barnett, Ryan Abegglen, Doug Arnholter, Carol Jourdan, John Domont, Casey Jo Crist Ailes, D. DelReverda-Jennings. Exhibition runs through January 9, 2009. Free! INFO: 317-634-8020, www.deanjohnson.com .

CLASS PICTURES: PHOTOGRAPHS BY DAWOUD BEY: IMA: The exhibition overseen by Lisa Frieman, IMA Senior Curator of Contemporary Art includes 40 photographic portraits of high school students paired with their own written words. For the exhibition, Bey photographed young people from all parts of the economic, racial and ethnic spectrum in both public and private high schools. McCormack Forefront Galleries. Free! Exhibition runs through Nov. 21, '08. INFO: 317-923-1331, www.imamuseum.org/calendar/dawoudbey .

ATTENTION INDY ARTISTS: Do you have a You Tube type video that you would like to share with patrons and visitors of the Arts Council of Indianapolis (Free to Artists) website www.indyarts.org or www.BeIndypendent.org ? Visit www.artscouncilofindianapolis.org , and click on "Artists Services" to find out how to submit your video or audio. INFO: 317-631-3301.