30 May Art News in Augusta, May 29-June 3
Aspirations for Artists Workshops Return for 2018 Summer Series
Free workshops share important business basics
Aspirations for Artists is back with another Summer Series! Learn what it takes to create solid foundation for your arts business. While the series covers the same topics as 2017’s summer series, participants are encourage to attend again as there will be updated information for 2018.
Expert speakers will present on each topic and answer any questions attendees may have. These free sessions are open to artists of all disciplines and experience levels, and will offer valuable advice! See below for the workshop schedule and descriptions of each session.
June 12 – Setting up an LLC with Lee Hamil Little
July 10 – Insurance for Artists with Preston Moss
August 14 – Navigating Taxes as an Artist with Summer Bell
Learn more and RSVP at AugustaArts.com
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2018 Arts Award Winners Announced! Tickets on sale now for Arts Awards Dinner, June 21
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Annual Arts Awards! We are pleased to announce the community panel’s selections for winners in 7 categories.
Join us Thursday, June 21 6-8pm at the Foundry at Rae’s Creek to celebrate the winners, as well as the 50th anniversary of the Greater Augusta Arts Council! More information at AugustaArts.com
The 2018 Annual Arts Award Winners
President’s Award: Dr. Dennis Skelley, CEO, Walton Rehabilitation Institute
Artist: Trey McLaughlin, Artistic Director, Creative Impressions
Arts Professional: Debi Ballas, Director, the Augusta Players (retired)
Media: Charmain Brackett, Arts columnist, Augusta Chronicle
Volunteer: Levi Hill, Fundraiser, Miller Theater Restoration
Sponsor: MAU Workforce Solutions
NEW THIS YEAR – The Kath Girdler Engler Award for Public Art: Jason Craig, Designer, Westobou
Click here to learn more about the awards and RSVP for the Arts Awards Dinner, Thursday, June 21
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Vital Connections Gallery Reception Tomorrow – Business of Being an Artist exhibition!
The artists participating in this year’s “Business of Being an Artist” class will present their group exhibition, “Vital Connections,” tomorrow at the Ann and Ellis Johnson Gallery at the Jessye Norman School of the Arts.
The series, presented annually by the Greater Augusta Arts Council and the Gertrude Herbert Institute of Art, forms a cohort of artists that learn the necessary skills to present a professional art exhibit and further their artistic careers.
This year’s student group includes: Laura Bowers, Donald Carter, Ollie Carswell, Nancy Clements, Stephanie Gerace, Holly Curtis, Rhian Swain, and Pam Thompson
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REMINDERS
Arts in the Heart Performer Deadline this Friday!
Interested in performing at Arts in the Heart of Augusta 2018? Applications to perform at this year’s festival close this Friday, June 1! Perform on one of 5 stages located throughout the festival to connect with new and familiar fans alike!
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Fusion: A Celebration of Modalities – Reception at the City Gallery next Thursday, June 7
June 7 – Fusion
A reception for “Fusion: A Celebration of Modalities” currently showing at the City Gallery at the Municipal Building will be held Thursday, June 7 11:30-1pm. The show features work by regional artists and highlights several unique ways of creating art.
Featured Artists include: Colleen Beyer, Ginny Bojanowski, Dawn Cardona, Marian Owens, Bonita Martin, Rabia Rana, and Ryan Rood.
Exhibition info and online gallery available at AugustaArts.com. Click here to learn more.