Call To Artists: “Art in the City” – Redding
The City of Redding is pleased to announce its annual Open Call to Artists for the Art in the City Program. Submissions are invited from artists, groups of artists, or school groups beginning August 1 through September 28, 2012. Exhibitors will be selected for both City Hall and the Redding Library for the 2013 Art in the City Exhibits.
Please visit www.reddingart.org for information and submission requirements, or click here to download PDF brochure and application
Art in the City is part of the Art in Public Places program dedicated to creating community through people, parks, and programs.
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Request For Proposals – Dunsmuir
In memory of recently deceased Dunsmuir resident MaryAnn Kikerpill and at her request, we are seeking an artist to design and construct a bench, or table and bench, to be placed in the Children’s Park on Dunsmuir Avenue, adjacent to the Downtown Historic District.
The bench, or bench and table, should be artistic as well as durable, weather resistant and harmonious with the surroundings. We would like to install this artwork in spring of 2013 and are ready to accept proposals at this time.
Budget for the project: $1,400
Deadline for Submission: November 1st, 2012.
Proposals may be sent to:
Helen Cartwright
P.O. Box 592
Dunsmuir, CA 96025.
Please call with questions (530) 235- 2772
or Email: write2us@finestplanet.com
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Art Needed for 2nd Annual Butteville Art & Wine Auction
Date of Event: October 20, 2012.
This is a fundraiser for Butteville Elementary’s Art Program. Last year we raised over $20,000 and we would like to rally again to continue providing art education to the children of this school. There will be a live auction, silent auction, and new this year will be a mystery auction.
We need artists to donate pieces for the auctions. It can be paintings, sculptures, photography, jewelry etc. We are trying to get more involvement with local artists and we need all the help we can get to spread the word.
Contact Kaci Masson with further questions.
Email: kacitrask@yahoo.com
Phone: 702-449-2755
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Artists Wanted for 2012 Dunsmuir’s Autumn Art Walk
Date of Event: Oct. 20th 2-6 pm.
Last year we had 20 artists, most of whom sold work with a couple selling over $1,000. Several hundred people attended, the weather was beautiful and crisp and breezy, and a good time was had by all. This year we have extended the hours and have more venues.
The event is FREE to artists! Artist must be present, set-up and ready to go by 1:15pm and must remain with your art until 6pm.
All artists are requested to serve some liquid refreshment as well as something to nibble on. Wine can be served or not at your pleasure.
We are looking for a total of 30 artists although we will keep a small waiting list in case of changes. We have several slots remaining.
Specific locations will be assigned by the ART WALK committee and cannot be guaranteed at this time. Set up will be your responsibility.
Artists desiring more information can contact 235-9866 or 235-4050.
For other information contact the Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce at 243-2177.
Email Lauri Sturdivant at lauristurdivant@gmail.com if you are interested in participating.
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This event is sponsored by City of Dunsmuir, Dunsmuir Chamber of Commerce, and Pacific Power, and Bombs Away LLC of Dunsmuir.