NEWS & EVENTS
The Anacortes Arts Commission welcomes Executive Director, Judy Tuohy, of the Schack Art Center in Everett, WA - to Anacortes.
Saturday, April 21st
10:00 am to 11:30 am
Depot Art Center
611 R Ave
Anacortes, WA 98221
Join us, as we welcome guest speaker Judy Tuohy, Executive Director, the Schack Art Center. Judy Tuohy will introduce us to the Schack art center. The Schack art center has taken the art world by storm, turning Everett into a destination for artists and art lovers.
Building the Schack Art Center from the ground up. The Schack Art Center is a 19,000 sq ft center for presenting and creating visuals arts in downtown Everett. Judy will discuss the journey of the 37 year old Arts Council of Snohomish County as they evolved into the Schack Art Center and raised over 6 million dollars in the biggest recession of our lifetime.
The Schack Art Center enriches the community through art education, exhibits and special events. The Schack art center provides an opportunity for the community to engage, to learn and to view art. The gallery features a rich diversity of artists in the area.
For more info - call Karla Lock at 360-588-6968 or email kklock1@mac.com
Third Annual
Anacortes Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition
2012
Call to Artists
The Anacortes Arts Commission is proud to announce its third annual Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition. The Exhibit expands a strong community tradition of promoting the arts through art events and public art projects. Sculptures will be placed in visible public locations including streets, parks, etc. The Anacortes Arts Commission will promote the sale of the sculpture.
PLEASE JOIN US IN THIS EXCITING ADVENTURE AND SUBMIT YOUR ENTRY FORM FOR CONSIDERATION.
CALENDAR
Entry deadline July 12, 2012
Jurying July 26, 2012
Notifying Artists August 9, 2012
Installation Approx. August 20 thru Sept. 14, 2012
Exhibit closes September 1, 2013 and sculptures should be removed by the end of the month
THE BASICS
• This exhibit is open to all residents of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and British Columbia, Canada
• Entries must be for existing works of art that are for sale.
• Digital images should be submitted. If unable to do so, contact the Arts Commission.
• Images should include a photo of the piece with a person next to it for scale.
• All sculptures must be of durable materials and suitable for outdoor installation.
• A qualified jury will select the sculptures. Selection criteria will be based on established art commission jury considerations for public art.
• The artist is responsible for delivery and en-route insurance to Anacortes. The City of Anacortes will provide limited insurance during the time that the sculpture is in its possession.
• A $200 stipend will be paid to the successful artists.
• If necessary, Anacortes will provide footings and assist the artist with installation; including the use of City machinery.
• Sculptures are on loan to the City of Anacortes for 12 months, but may be removed earlier if sold.
• The Arts Commission and local merchants will promote the exhibit and sale of the work. A 30% commission will be charged.
• There is no entry fee.
• The artist and the City will sign a contract.
Submit your completed entry form with picture and supplemental information to:
ANACORTES ARTS COMMISSION
CITY HALL
P.O. BOX 547
Anacortes, WA 98221
Entries must be received in the park office or postmarked no later than 5 P.M, July 12, 2012. If you have questions, contact Gary Robinson, Anacortes Arts Commission, at 360.293-1918, or gary@cityofanacortes.org
ARTS ON THE AVE
You may have noticed the sculptures that are placed along Commercial Avenue. This is the second round of the Loaned Outdoor Sculptures. The sculptures are on loan to the City of Anacortes for a period of one year. There are a total of twelve pieces placed by various northwest artists - all along Commercial Avenue and all of the artwork is for sale. Look for the sculptures between 34th Street and 6th Street. If you have any questions about any of the art or the artists, or if you would like to purchase a sculpture, please call the Anacortes Parks Department at 360-293-1918. Below are pictures and the prices of the artwork. The Anacortes Arts Commission would like to thank artist Marius Hibbard for the images below.
********UPDATE - The Anacortes Arts Commission is proud to announce that the sculpture "Hummingbird" has been sold. The Arts Commission received a portion of the proceeds that will be used towards the furthering of arts in the community.
BlackBerry Golfer by artist Chuck Fitzgerald
$7,500
East Meets Northwest, 2010 by artist Stephen Rock
$25,000
Petroglyphs by artist William Lofgren
$3,400
Illuminated One by artist Leo Osborne
$11,000
Ringer 7 by artist Ulrich Pakker
$18,000
Parental Response by artist Shirley Erickson
$5,000
Red Glow by artist Jeff Tangen
$3,950
Peace Dove by artist Chuck Fitzgerald
$3,000
Barrier by artist Arnie Garborg
$2,500
The Healer, Shaman by artist Leon White
$12,000
Modoc by artist Terri Malec
$18,000
Saltine Bed by artist Sara Ybarra Lopez
$2,000
Garden Art Fair
Come and Participate in an Art Project
Artwork Planned for Commercial Avenue/Highway 20 Roundabout
Merrilee Moore’s sculpture, “Aerie” was chose last November through a jury process facilitated by the Anacortes Arts Commission. The artwork is made from stainless steel, 18 feet tall and at a total cost, including acquisition and installation, estimated to be between $30,000 and $35,000. Plans to move forward were delayed secondary to obtaining permission from the Washington State Department of Transportation. The piece has since been approved on the condition that the city provide an engineering report that shows how the piece will be safely mounted. Fundraising efforts will be targeted to secure an estimated $16,000 and will be done by the Anacortes Arts Commission. *****UPDATE*****Donations are currently being sought for the additional funding needed. If you would like to contribute, please make your check payable to: Anacortes Parks Foundation, P.O. Box 1902, Anacortes, WA 98221 - The Sculpture for the Roundabout will be made possible by grants from the Anacortes Arts Festival ($10,000), the City of Anacortes ($10,000) and YOUR CHARITABLE DONATION. Please contribute what you can to this community effort to bring a unique entrance to Anacortes. THE ANACORTES ARTS COMMISSION THANKS YOU FOR SUPPORTING THE ARTS!
A new publication of Anacortes Public Art
The Arts Commission has recently released a new "Arts in Anacortes" publication. It includes photos and a map of all of the public artwork on Fidalgo Island, and a listing of arts organizations that serve our community. This full color booklet was funded through the city lodging funds grant and is available at the Chamber Visitors Center or Parks & Recreation office at City Hall. Between all the work noted in the publication, there are over 300 pieces of public art on Fidalgo Island. The booklet can be viewed online through the Public Art Gallery tab.
