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Arts organizations and Exhibition Venues...
* Angela -
PS1
22-25 Jackson Ave, Long Island City
Mission (as stated on PS1.org) :
" P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, an affiliate of The Museum of Modern
Art, is the oldest and second largest non-profit arts center in the United
States solely devoted to contemporary art. Recognized as a defining force
of the alternative space movement, P.S.1 stands out from major arts institutions
through its cutting-edge approach to exhibitions and direct involvement
of artists within a scholarly framework. It acts as an intermediary between
the artist and its audience. Functioning as a living and active meeting
place for the general public, P.S.1 is a catalyst for ideas, discourses
and new trends in contemporary art and its practices. P.S.1 was founded
in 1971 by Alanna Heiss as The Institute of Art and Urban Resources Inc.,
and was primarily dedicated to the transformation of abandoned and underutilized
buildings in New York City into exhibition, performance, and studio spaces
for artists. Today, P.S.1 operates two internationally acclaimed spaces
for contemporary art: P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center in Long Island City
and the Clocktower Gallery in Lower Manhattan, both of which contain museum-
quality galleries and extensive studio facilities. P.S.1 is devoted to
the production, presentation, interpretation and dissemination of the
work of innovative artists in all media,
fostering creativity and uninhibited artistic exploration. Its programs
reflect the complex nature of international contemporary art, serve as
a broad and diverse audience, and stimulate discourse on the art of our
time. P.S.1's exhibitions, presentations, educational activities, studio
programs and publications strive to be of the highest quality and to investigate
the dynamic and provocative nature of contemporary art. Its focus includes
recognizing the work of emerging artists, placing disparate media into
new and meaningful contexts, and defining alternative movements and endeavors.
P.S.1 seeks to be a vital cultural resource for New York City and to serve
constituencies beyond New York with its traveling exhibitions, studio
program, publications and representation by professional staff. Overall,
P.S.1 aims to provide an engaging environment for artists; to inform,
inspire, and challenge its audiences; to actively attract new audiences;
and to be an accessible resource that elevates the role of art in contemporary
culture."
Websites :
PS1.org and WPS1.org
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Contacts:
Space Rentals, Deputy Director Brett Littman at brett@ps1.org.
Exhibition Propals are not currently being accepted. Internships are considered
on summer, fall, and spring cycles and are
available in departments such as Distributed Art Books, Installation
and Building Operations, Press and Public Relations, and Programming
and Production.
These internships are available for undergraduate, graduate, and
post-graduate students. All internships work on a volunteer basis.
Further information and the application can be found at:
http://ps1.org/ps1_site/images/stories/pdfs/PS1_internship_application_2005-11.pdf
* Shelli -
Artist Writer Networking Event
Venue: New England Comics, Allston Store
131 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134
Web: http://www.newenglandcomics.com/
Contact: Erin Scott
erins.23@gmail.com / (617) 783-1848
Statement: New England Comics in Allston now hosts a Artist/Writer
Network Event. This casual get together allows published,
non-published, producing, and aspiring writer/artists to meet and
exchange ideas, review, brainstorm, and possibly collaborate together.
Erin Scott, of the Allston branch of New England Comics has been
hosting artist and writer meet-ups every two months since last March.
Because so many aspiring comic artists and writers that frequented the
store communicated a need for a respective counterpart to Erin,
creating a networking opportunity was another way to cater to her
costumer's needs. Scheduled at the comic shop itself, the event is
informal. Although it is generally publicized locally by word of
mouth the first event received some press through the Boston Globe
bringing in a large crowd to the city. Communication is kept through
a mailing list; contact the Allston store and ask for Erin if you want
further details on the next event and how to sign up.
* Jill -
Puppeteers of America
Contact: Monica Leo - Membership Office
Address: PO Box 330, West Liberty, IA 52776
Phone: 1-888-568-6235
Email: membership@puppeteers.org
Membership fees: $50 single adult, $30 student
Non-profit org designed to get puppet enthusiasts and professional puppeteers
together. Allows access to resources, discussion, and quarterly puppet
magazine, Information about festivals and events, and grants/scholarship
information. No jobs, internships, donated time specified except possibly
through other members in conversation on the discussion board.
* Clint -
AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts)
About: AIGA, the professional association for design, is committed to
furthering excellence in design as a broadly-defined discipline, strategic
tool for business and cultural force. AIGA is the place design professionals
turn to first to exchange ideas and information, participate in critical
analysis and research and advance education and ethical practice.
Mission: “AIGA’s purpose is to further excellence in design
as a broadly defined discipline, strategic tool for business and cultural
force. AIGA is a professional association committed to stimulating thinking
about design through the exchange of ideas and information, the encouragement
of critical analysis and research and the advancement of education and
ethical practice.”
History: In 2004, AIGA celebrates its 90th anniversary, a significant
milestone in terms of the longevity of the institution. AIGA has been
a force for the profession longer than the term “graphic design”
has existed (it was coined by W. A. Dwiggins in the early 1920s. One focus
of the organization over the next ten years will be to determine what
this generation can leave to the next at the centennial of the organization.
Community: Through more than 50 local chapters and 200 student groups
nationwide, AIGA members participate in
local events and explore professional challenges with their colleagues
in the design community. Many members consider relationships they build
through AIGA to be the most valuable and lasting of all the organization’s
benefits. AIGA’s member directory is the largest directory available
and helps you keep in touch with your colleagues and friends.
Getting Involved: Membership: Professional [ $295.00 ] An individual who
has practiced or taught in any design community for two years or more.
Associate [ $210.00] An individual who has practiced in any design community
for two or fewer years.
Student [ $75.00 ] A full-time student who presents a copy of a dated
bursar’s receipt or current ID from an
accredited college or university.
What’s in it for Me?:
• Gallerys • Forums • Publications
• Directory of colleagues and friends • Conferences
• Job Postings • Events Calander • Extensive search
engine
Contact Info:
Main Website URL: www.aiga.org
Local Boston Chapter: www.boston.aiga.org Information Hotline: 781-446-9082
Special Liaison:
Elizabeth Resnick
Massachusetts College of Art
621 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA. 02115-5882
Phone: 617-879-7651
Fax: 617-327-7473
elizres@aol.com
Education Director:
Brian Lucid
Massachusetts College of Art
621 Huntington Avenue
Boston, MA. 02115
Phone: 617-879-7690
lucidmedia@yahoo.com Recomended Book:
AIGA
Professional Practices in Graphic Design
Allworth Press, New York
Copyright 1998 by
the American Institute of Graphic Arts
* Starr -
Venue: The Smell
247 S. Main St.
Los Angeles, 90012
Web: [ http://www.thesmell.org ]http://www.thesmell.org
Contact: Jim Smith
[ mailto:Info@thesmell.org ]Info@thesmell.org
Statement: The Smell was founded in North Hollywood in 1997 as the city's
only all-ages underground music spot/art gallery. When the cost of rent
rose during the NoHo Arts district boom in 1999, the venue relocated to
still-cheap Downtown. The new address near Skid Row only made the place
more alluring to rebels and bohos. The venue continued to thrive, serving
as a community hub for underage indie rockers and political activists.
But
fire-code violations forced the club's closure in February 2003. Instead
of shutting down for good, Jim Smith, one of the club's founders and its
only full-time employee, took a DIY approach: He pulled $10,000 from his
own pockets and worked with volunteers to renovate the venue. Since
reopening in September 2003, local bands like The Sharp Ease and Toys
That
Kill have joined forces with anti-war groups like Not In Our Name to put
on benefit shows helping to keep the space open and up to code. Emerging
artists and community-oriented events dedicated to promoting cycling in
the city keep The Smell ripe with business. No alcohol is served, but
the
snack bar sells vegan treats.
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* YoshiSome links you may find useful...
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Mass Art Career Services - The massart career services web site geared
towards students. There are many tools including resume tips, job listings
and tools for alumni.
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The Arts Resource Network - The Arts Resource Network provides important
information to artists and arts organizations, cultivating personal and
organizational growth, and the value of art throughout Seattle's communities.
The Arts Resource Network is aservice of the Office of Arts & Cultural
Affairs, formerly the Seattle Arts Commission.
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NYFA - NYFA's mission starts with individual artists in the visual, media,
performing and literary arts. This site offers access to the most comprehensive
list of opportunities for artists in the nation, opening doors to the
widest range of financial, educational, technological, and institutional
resources and information.
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The Massachusetts Cultural Council - The Massachusetts Cultural Council
invests in the cultural life of Massachusetts. The Council receives an
annual appropriation from the state legislature. It then makes thousands
of grants to non-profit cultural organizations, schools, communities and
individuals artists, funding programs that use arts, science and the humanities
to build strong, diverse, livable communities. The beneficiaries of these
programs comprise a cross-section of the population and citizens in each
Massachusetts city and town.
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Art Marketing 101 - Direct link on powells.com to order this book - Art
Marketing 101: A Handbook for Fine Artists by Constance Smith.
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Portfolios.com - An online search tool for creative talent, you can add
yourself to the database.
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Artist Health Insurance Resource Center - a data base listing affordable,
quality health care across the countrySo... you are having a show and
need some postcards, aye?
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Modern Postcards
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Vista Print
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4by6.com - Self service postcards, 500 x 4/1 (one side CMYK/one side black)
for about $100. Good quality and turnaround. They also have full service
for extra $$$. (Never)
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Jak Prints - Self and full service stickers, postcards, fliers, and various
other printed materials. Good quality, price and excelent turnaround.
I use this company a lot... (Never)
Fair Use Issues and links
Fair use section of the Copyright Act:
§ 107. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair use38
Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use
of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or
phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes
such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple
copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement
of copyright. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular
case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include —
(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is
of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;
(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;
(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the
copyrighted work as a whole; and
(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the
copyrighted work.
The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of
fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors.
As you'll note, there are four factors considered in determining when
use of copyrighted work is "fair." The cases are fact-specific,
so it's hard to draw any bright-line rules about what is and is not safe
to do.
Check out the "Copyright Basics" sectionn at http://www.copyright.gov
Taxes - ugh.
a few good links:
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Tax guide for visual artists at www.thepauper.com
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Great link list at www.artisthelpnetwork.com
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