A person who appears to be ambling aimlessly, but is secretly in search of adventure.

1.29.2010

"The whole process of living is my creative act." Joseph Beuys

"Transhuman Conditions" at the Arlington Arts Center


What happens when humans transform their minds and bodies? A new art exhibit opening at the Arlington Arts Center tonight explores this question. Read more about it HERE.

1.28.2010

Call for Artists!

Words. Beats. Life: The Global Journal of Hip-Hop Culture
CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS

The editorial staff of Words. Beats. Life seeks high quality art work for consideration in future issues. We invite innovative submissions that consider hip-hop music and culture through graphic design, painting, photography, sculpture, and other fine arts. In-depth studies of individual artists are welcome. Additionally, Words. Beats. Life welcomes provocative essays that investigate the influence of hip-hop on contemporary dance, performance art, and theater.

Words. Beats. Life: The Global Journal of Hip-Hop Culture is a peer-reviewed, hybrid periodical of art and hip-hop studies published by the 501(c)(3) non-profit, Words Beats & Life, Inc. The Journal is committed to nurturing and showcasing the creative talents and expertise of the field in a layout that is uniquely hip-hop inspired. We publish issues twice a year with the intention of serving as a platform where the work of scholars and artists can appear in dialogue with one another. Since 2002, Words. Beats. Life has devoted its pages to both emerging and established intellectuals and artists. As the premier resource for hip-hop theory and practice, we hope that the scholarship we publish will serve as a resource for the field of hip-hop studies and the work of hip-hop non-profits, helping each to elevate to the next phase of their respective growth in America and around the globe.

Words. Beats. Life adheres to APA style. The maximum length for articles is 5,000 words. Complete guidelines for contributors can be found in each issue of the journal as well as on our Web site at http://wblinc.org/Journal_callforsub.htm.

Please send any questions and submissions to submissions@wblinc.org .

Deadline: March 8, 2010.

1.27.2010

Salon Contra: City Dance Ensemble


Salon Contra* with Brian Jungen was great! We hope you'll join us for the next one featuring:

Christopher K. Morgan, Dancer and Choreographer, City Dance Ensemble
Performing "Rice"
Followed by a discussion with Kate Mattingly, Professor of Dance at GWU and GMU.

Tuesday, February 9
7 to 9 PM
Limited space because Salon Contra is held in an actual salon!
RSVP here!


We'll email you the location after you RSVP and we've confirmed that space is still available.

*Salon Contra introduces art and culture lovers to each other and to great artists in a social, intimate, and informative setting. We limit the number of people who attend to preserve the intimacy of the experience.

Subscribers to Salon Contra receive advance notice to Salons before the events are opened to the general public. If you would like to subscribe, please email us for more information. Subscribers also help us to organize more programming and gives us the ability give the participating artists an honorarium.

Thank you to those who have already subscribed! We're planning one to two Salons each month. Plus subscribers will receive special treatment at other Pink Pine Projects, such as free admission to Cherry Blast and Pink Panels and special offers from other arts organizations, among many other benefits.

We hope you'll become a contrarian!

Not your run of the mill magic show tonight at 8 @Fridge. $10, 1/2 price if you wear a moustache. http://ping.fm/MATHB

Eat soup and drink beer to support artists


A brilliantly creative, community building fundraiser to send one of DC's best artists Mary Coble to London for a special art making project that will take place in an abandoned housing development slated for demolition. So so awesome! Read more about it HERE.

Taxes for Artists


One of the biggest hurdles artists have wrestle with every single year is filing their taxes. Between choosing which Schedule to fill out, how many qualified deductions one can make, and deciding if ones studio practice is a bona fide business, artists make many common mistakes when reporting to Uncle Sam.

Hamiltonian Artists Board Member Richard Kamenitzer, Executive Director of the International Center for the Management of Arts & Culture, Program Director and Professor of Arts Management at George Mason University, College of Visual & Performing Arts, will help clarify the different avenues artists can take when administrating the business of their art and speak about:

  • Fact vs.Fiction
  • Record keeping
  • What is required to be declared income and what is deductible expense, including the "home studio"

The talk will begin promptly at 7pm at Hamiltonian Gallery, on Wednesday, February 3, 2010. Please RSVP to Jacqueline Ionita, Director of Hamiltonian Gallery, and for all other related inquiries. jackie@hamiltoniangallery.com, 202.332.1116

Please DO come prepared with questions that will help you understand the tax process for artists!

Please DO NOT come with your W2's, as we are not preparing your taxes!

1.26.2010

Next Week: Fun Fashion Comes to Crystal City


CRYSTAL CITY, VA—Next week, Crystal City is poised to join the ranks of top fashion destinations along with Milan, Paris and New York City. For one week in February, Crystal City will be the center of free fun and fashion during the second annual Crystal Couture. Building on the success of last year’s similar event, The Crystal City Business Improvement District will turn available retail space into an exotic runway, boutique and night club – featuring trunk shows, live theater, DJs, specialty drinks, food, comedians, dancing and more.


Dubbed “Jungle, Jeans, Tats and Tees,” (a.k.a. festive animal/island prints, denim, body art and t-shirts), the free event is designed to bring great retail and runway straight into the hands of attendees - whether seasoned fashionista or eager newbie.


The creativity does not end on the runway – fashion designers of all skill levels may submit proposals for cutstom T-shirt and/or jean designs. All submissions will be presented on the Crystal City BID Web site and through digital projection at the event. Audience members will vote on a winner – on Tuesday night, voting for the T-shirt design will take place and on Wednesday, voting for the jean design will occur. Prizes will be awarded.


Local non-profit groups will also be on site to collect donations of new or gently used clothing and footwear. Go Red for Women will also have a presence at the event.


Move over New York City, here comes Crystal City!


Where: a storefront will be turned into a fashion hotspot at 23rd Street and S. Crystal Drive (across from Jaleo); Arlington, VA


When: February 1st - 6th, 2010 6-10pm every night


Tickets: None! Event is free and open to the public!


For more information, check out the BID website!

Terrific evening with Brian Jungen

I took notes during Salon Contra with Brian Jungen and Henry Thaggert. I hope this makes sense. Read HERE.

Reserve your tickets now for suicide.chat.room


The world premiere of Taffety Punk's suicide.chat.room opens this Thursday, January 28th at the Mead Theater Lab at Flashpoint (916 G Street NW). A new work composed from actual text on suicide usenet groups, this unique departure from conventional theatre combines choreography by our very own Paulina Guerrero with new music by Dischord recording artists Beauty Pill, all woven into an elaborate punk dance theatre concert. Directed by founding artistic director Marcus Kyd, suicide.chat.room features company member Kimberly Gilbert with guest artists Elizabeth Abt, Tonya Beckman Ross, Paul Edward Hope, Liz Maestri, and Faction of Fools' very own Matthew R. Wilson.

Runs January 28th through February 13th, Wednesday through Sundays at 8pm, with Saturday and Sunday matinées at 3pm. $10 at the door. Cash only. No credit cards or or checks, please. Reservations can be made by writing to tix@taffetypunk.com, or calling (202) 261-6612.

6x6x2010: Huge Exhibition of Small Artwork - Call for Submissions


Last year more than 6,000 Visitors attended an exciting art exhibition of more than 3,000 artworks by nearly 1,200 artists from 17 countries, 36 states (and 4 species)! More than 1,400 artworks sold. It was a huge success! We asked every visitor to 6x6x2009 if we should have another 6x6 exhibition. Resoundingly, you answered YES!
SUBMISSIONS DUE: May 2, 2010 at 5pm.

Artworks may be mailed or delivered directly to RoCo, 137 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14604. Wed. - Sun. 1-5 pm, January 24 - May 2. Each submission must be accompanied by the submission form, available on the RoCo website. Artworks must be signed only on the back (to be exhibited and sold anonymously) and accompanied by the submission form. Please read: Frequently Asked Questions on the website

ABOUT 6x6x2010:
6x6x2010 is the third exhibition of thousands of original artworks, made and donated by celebrities, international and local artists, designers, college students, youths and YOU. Each artwork will be 6x6 inches square and signed only on the back, to be exhibited anonymously. All artworks will be for sale to the public for $20 each, to benefit Rochester Contemporary Art Center. Artists' names will be revealed to the buyer only upon purchase and all artworks will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition. Don't miss Rochester's largest exhibition and don't miss the chance to show your artwork in great company and support of Rochester's downtown contemporary art venue. All submissions are due by May 2 at 5 pm and should be delivered or mailed directly to Rochester Contemporary Art Center. A full list of artists and an online gallery of all contributed artworks will be made available online.

For more information, see: http://www.rochestercontemporary.org/6x6x2010.html

Conserving cow dung

How do you conserve art made of soap or chocolate, or even cow dung? Read more about it HERE.

1.25.2010

Call for nominations!


The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities invites you to submit nominations for the 25th Annual Mayor's Arts Awards. The Mayor's Arts Awards are the most prestigious honors conferred by the city on individual artists, organizations and patrons of the arts. Cash prizes will be awarded in each category. Join Mayor Adrian M. Fenty as he presents the awards!

Mayor's Arts Awards Categories
Excellence in an Artistic Discipline
Outstanding Emerging Artist
Excellence in Service to the Arts
Outstanding Contribution to Arts Education
Innovation in the Arts

Mayor's Award for Arts Teaching Categories
Excellence in Teaching Performing Arts
Excellence in Teaching Visual Arts
Excellence in Teaching Language Arts

Submission Deadline Friday, February 5, 2010, 7:00 pm

Click here for a nomination form
or for more information, contact
Victoria Joy Murray
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
1371 Harvard St. NW, Washington, DC 20009
202.724.5613 (VOICE) or 202.727.3148 (TDD)
email: events@dc.gov
log on dcarts.dc.gov

Please note nominees must be residents of the District of Columbia.

An art collector visits the Venice Biennale

One of the great things about art collecting is that you collect experiences that enrich your life and increase your knowledge about art. Tim Cone documents some of his experiences in wonderful videos. This one is about the Venice Biennale, an exposition of the world's best contemporay art.

Go HERE for the video.

1.23.2010

Arts community Haiti fundraiser. Art auction & music. $5 cover w/ donation. 1314 9th St., NW, 9pm. http://ping.fm/YC0q8

1.22.2010

Spooky art space under Dupont Circle

Image: "Old Entrance" by M.V. Jantzen

It would be so cool to have an avant garde art space underneath Dupont Circle, in the old trolley tunnels. There was a failed food court down there years ago, and after years of legal wrangling, the city is finally ready to consider some proposals to bring it back to life. Pink Line Project has joined the Arts Coalition for Dupont Underground to submit a proposal that would activate the space in a way that would put DC in a prominent position on the cultural landscape. A bunch of us took a little tour of the space yesterday morning and came away spooked and inspired. More about Dupont Underground HERE.

What's going on this weekend?


Video for Creatura.

This is what I am going to try to hit this weekend:

Friday:

"Trance Tunnel," an MFA art installation at GWU. Info HERE.

"Lifelines" at Honfleur Gallery in Anacostia. Info HERE.

"Creatura" at SOVA, on H Street NE. Info HERE.

Saturday:

"Paperworks" at Pyramid Atlantic in Silver Spring. Info HERE.

"Tattoos of Ships," Maggie Michael show at GMU. Info HERE.

"Hexagon" by Edmond van der Bijl in Georgetown. Info HERE.

"Christenberry, Rose, and Baechler" at Hemphill (14th Street, NW). Info HERE.

"Call and Response" at Hamiltonian (14th and U). Info HERE.

1.21.2010

Adam DeBoer at DCAC

Tara Heuser writes about Adam DeBoer's narrative paintings show that just opened at DCAC HERE.

1.20.2010

New from ArtNews


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: BLACK: One World for Haiti (Art Auction + Concert)


BLACK: One World for Haiti

DC arts community comes together for Haitian earthquake relief

Washington, DC - As the dust settles on the nation of Haiti the DC art community joins together to provide relief for a people that have seen their homes destroyed and thousands of lives lost. On Saturday January 23, 2009, the new Northwest gallery, Cre8 Studio Gallery will host Black: One World for Haiti, concert and art auction. Black features artwork by some of the area’s top young visual artists. There will also be performances by Matthew Hamerlein, Laughing Man along with DJs Adrian Loving, Keenan Orr and others.

“We wanted to use art as a way to help the people of Haiti – metaphorically painting color for a nation currently in the dark,” says Marquis Perkins, one of the event organizers.

Donations will be taken to the Haitian Embassy to ship to victims in need. Requested items for donation are clothes, underwear, baby clothes, diapers, baby wipes, toiletries, batteries, flashlights, canned vegetables, canned fruit and most importantly medical supplies and water.

The art auction will feature the works of local artists Gabriel Scindian, MOE, Chanel Compton, Alison Spain, Peter Chang, Brandon Hill, Francisco Esteban, Drew Storm Graham and Diana Cruz. The proceeds from their works will go toward the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund and Habitat for Humanity.

Where
: Cre8 – 1314 9th Street, NW Washington, DC

When: Saturday January 23, 2009, 9 PM

Admission: $5 plus a donated item or non-perishable canned goods or $10


Greater Reston Arts Center shows Joseph Barbaccia, Craig Kraft, and Judy Southerland

Kevin Mellema writes about three great solo shows at the Greater Reston Arts Center featuring Craig Kraft, Judy Southerland, and Joseph Barbaccia. Read it HERE.

1.19.2010

And Now: Your 2010 DCist Exposed Photography Show Winners


From DCist:

We love judging the DCist Exposed contest. We already see every day how talented our regular contributors are, so you might imagine how much we look forward to this annual "best of" pool -- and how hard it is to pick just a handful to showcase in our annual show. If you have a couple hours free, head over to the pool and hit "slideshow" in the upper right to see all of the 2010 entries.

In this fourth year of Exposed, you broke records again, ending the contest with 1130 photos from 435 photographers -- that's almost 400 more entries than last year. We added a few judges to our panel this year to handle all the entries and debate over which phenomenal images would make it in the show, so let me thank DCist contributors Kyle Gustafson, Lynne Venart, Ian Buckwalter, James Calder, Meaghan Gay, and Samer Farha, along with Long View Gallery owner Drew Porterfield for spending their entire weekend judging the entries to bring you the 2010 DCist Exposed Photography Show winners.

We'll have more details about the opening when we get closer to go-time; for now, just make sure your calendar is marked for March 6 to join us at Long View, and we'll move right to the good stuff.

Check out this year's winners!


BYT Presents: Cruisin': A New Boat Party on the Potomac


All aboard with BYT for an epic adventure on the high seas! Hop on the majestic Odyssey cruise ship on the Potomac for your 3 hour boat party complete with disco music provided by Beautiful Swimmers (get it?), captain hats (ironic or not? you decide), free food, all the finalists for the “Best Dressed List DC” contest, and eye patches. Let’s party on a boat. Cruise on.

The first event will take place Thursday, February 11th from 8 to 11pm (boarding from 7 to 8pm, don’t be late, the boat is metro accessible too! Directions here.)

And all this at the reduced price of 25$ (includes free appetizers) + cash bar (normally dinner cruises on the Odyssey are 140$ + cash bar).

Attention Visual Artists!

DC Advocates for the Arts wants to let visual artists know about an issue their are currently pursuing.

Since July 2001, DC has had no provision that pertains to artist/gallery transactions involving works of art. In the absence of a statute, works of art owned by artists but in the possession of galleries (e.g., loaned for exhibition or otherwise in a gallery's inventory) can be seized by creditors of the gallery if a gallery goes bankrupt. There have been several recent high profile cases where artists, collectors, and estates of artists have been screwed by this.

DC used to have such a law (DC Code Section 28:9-114), but this section was omitted when the new Uniform Commercial Code Secured Transactions Revision Act of 2000 was adopted.

Over two dozen states currently have statutes that govern consignments of works of art with galleries. Several more are working on them. We are working with a lawyer, who is working with councilmember Cheh, and we have a draft of a bill that would fix this loophole. But we see this as a chance to educate visual artists also about what they need to do to protect themselves.

For more info check out DC Advocates for the Arts.

How to navigate scary art galleries

Some good advice about how to approach an art gallery from my good friend Allison Marvin. She's the one who guided the way for me when I first started hanging around the DC art scene. She made me realize it's really not so scary at all! Read her suggestions HERE.

Snow Globe photos

See Joe Flood's photos from the ballet performance in the "Snow Globe" at Transformer on Saturday night HERE.

1.18.2010

"Almost always, the creative dedicated minority has made the world better." - MLK

1.17.2010

Neat graffiti software

Graffiti Analysis 2.0: Digital Blackbook from Evan Roth on Vimeo.

1.15.2010

What's going on tonight?


Lots of art stuff going on so I thought I'd give a rundown on what I'm headed to tonight:

"Snow White" at Cross Mackenzie, 1054 31st Canal Square. More info.

"Don't Look Now" at Civilian Art Projects, 1019 7th Street, NW. More info.

"Memory Meets Imagination Halfway" by Adam Deboer at DCAC, 2438 18th Street, NW. More info.

Advice on romantic spots in DC



Here I am showing my mushy soft side! The Department of Love and Relationships asked me for my opinion on where I thought was the most romantic spot in DC and here's my response.

Buying original art on a small budget

Buying original art when you have a small budget is possible HERE.

Art in condos threatens the art establishment


If an artist shows work in a non-traditional space like a new, empty condo, does that diminish the importance of the work? Little discussion about that HERE.

A dancer interviews a photographer

Professor of Dance and writer Kate Mattingly interviewed Kerry Skarbakka about his photographs currently showing at Irvine Contemporary. Her experience in dance informs the way she views these performance-based photographs, which are absolutely brilliant. Hearing Kerry talk about his work astronomically increases my appreciation for and enjoyment of the work. Read the fascinating interview HERE.

1.14.2010

DC Commish on the Arts & Humanities hosts "Art Salon" tonight at Hamiltonian, 1353 U St., NW, 7 to 9 PM. Celebrating 2010 grant recipients!

1.13.2010

New design gallery opens on Saturday

A new gallery is coming to town! Grand opening on Saturday of Industry. More info HERE.

New play "The Constellation" opening soon!

Gwydion Suilebhan's THE CONSTELLATION is opening at Active Cultures in a couple of weeks. Jessica Burgess is directing, and they have a really terrific cast.

The show runs from January 30 to February 14. Tickets and a synopsis and that sort of thing are available here. If you use the code "Gsuil" when you buy tickets, you'll save $5, which is pretty nice. Note that the show is going up at Joe's Movement Emporium, which is at 3309 Bunker Hill Road, Mount Rainier, MD 20712 -- a few short minutes from Silver Spring, College Park, and Takoma Park.

Read an interview with Gwydion about the play (and a few other cool things) here.

DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities announces 2010 Grantees!

$7.25 million invested to support arts in the District

Washington, D.C. – Tuesday, January 12, 2010, The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) is pleased to announce its FY 2010 grantees. In total, the Commission will distribute $7.25 million. This includes support to 18 organizations who received funding through our American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts. From our 9 special events, artist resource partnerships, public art project, and 16 grant programs we are proud to issue 515 grants to support artists and organizations in the District.

“This is the time that we get to thank our artists and organizations that enhance the quality of life in the District. The works produced will impact 45,000 youth through arts education programming, provide iconic public art displays, as well as contributing to our city’s growing creative economy. This year we goal to raise the profile of these grantees, both individual artists and arts organizations” says DCCAH Executive Director Gloria Nauden.

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities received about 900 grant applications - a 55% increase across all grant programs from last year. This increase can partly be attributed to the Commission’s targeted outreach efforts, revamping our monthly ArtNewsLetter, producing a monthly gathering of creatives called Art Salon, implementing a viral marketing arm, and building upon our relationships with partner organizations.

“These grantees represent the strength of the creative community in our city and I am honored to celebrate their achievement,” said Mayor Adrian M. Fenty. “This investment in the city's arts community plays a vital role in the District’s transformation into a world-class city.”

For a full listing of our 2010 Grantees go to click here.

The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities, which is in the cluster of DC’s Office of Planning and Economic Development, provides grants, programs and educational activities that encourage diverse artistic expressions and learning opportunities, so that all District of Columbia residents and visitors can experience the rich culture of our city.

Last call!


Happy 2010. Can you believe it?

Thanks for being part of the What's Important to You? project. We hope that you took the time to participate.
If not, look at this as Last Call. Submit your response today, pass it on. And thanks again!


VISIT www.important2you.com and view the feed. You may still answer as many times as you wish by clicking on the logo at the top. Share the link today! Over 800 responses were posted since we launched with responses from nearly all 50 states and over 12 countries. Spread the word.

The WITY Feed is live. You can read the responses from all over the world, add your insights, and pass it on. It takes over an hour to cycle through all of the responses. You don't have to watch it all at once!


You can follow the project on Facebook/Important2you and on Twitter @important2you. As the project evolves, we'll be in touch again. From Judy Byron and Sondra N. Arkin, thanks again!


www.important2you.com

Hope to see the Obamas at an alternative arts venue soon!


Elizabeth Ward reports from the conference of the Association of Performing Arts Presenters HERE.

NEA Chief Rocco Landesman says the Obamas need to show up at alternative arts venues to be arts proponents. I agree!

1.12.2010

Call for entries: WPA announces the return of COUP!


Washington Project for the Arts is pleased to announce the call for entries for its second season of member artist-run programming, COUP D'ESPACE. This program offers WPA's headquarters as a laboratory for experimentation and invention, encouraging artists to initiate thought-provoking, art-minded events.

WPA member artists and curators are invited to submit proposals for a veritable "take-over" of our office space. WPA is looking for a wide range of engaging activities to take place between March - August, 2010.

Examples of what may be considered include but are NOT limited to:


· Performance
· Discussion / Forum
· Video / Film Screening
· Demonstration / Workshop
· Critique session
· Small exhibition (group/individual)
· Interactive installation
· Contest or Competition
· Pajama party
· Brown Bag
· Outreach / Community event

Click here for the full call for entries and submission guidelines >>

Anything pink rocks!

See more pink awesomeness HERE.

1.11.2010

Happy hour tonight for Project Create. 10% of your tab goes to art educ. for at-risk DC kids. 5:30-8:30, Passenger, 1021 7th Street, NW.

Skarbakka's photographs embody the aughts

Joe Flood is a great DC-based author who writes about Kerry Skarbakka's photography now showing at Irvine Contemporary HERE.

1.08.2010

Cornelia Schulz at Project 4 Gallery

A review by Tara Heuser of Cornelia Schulz at Project 4 Gallery HERE.

1.07.2010

Join the Circus!

Ever wanted to join the Circus? Monthly variety show seeks performers…

Beginning February 2010, David London and The Fridge DC will host a monthly celebration of live arts, taking place on the third Sunday of each month.

The Sunday Circus will feature a diverse and changing set of performing artists– from the traditional variety arts, to song and dance, spoken work, experimental performance, and everything in between. Each monthly show will be a voyage into the world of DC’s hidden talent, and will also showcase occasional out of town special guests.

The Dates for the first three events are:

February 21

March 21

April 18

JOIN THE CIRCUS!!!

We are currently seeking performers of all types with acts 15 minutes or less to complete programming for the first three months of shows. Aside from the presentation of completed work, we are also interested in using the Sunday Circus as an incubator for new work.

Auditions are being held on Saturday and Sunday, January 23rd and 24th. If you feel as though you have something to bring to the Circus, please contact me with a brief description of your act, and to schedule a time for an audition.

Live auditions are preferred and recommended, but video auditions will also be accepted if circumstance demands it.


David London can be reached at David@Divergency.com

More information about The Fridge can be found at www.TheFridgeDC.com

More information about David London can be found at www.DavidLondonsWebsite.com

See Tafety Punk's latest brilliant show


Good ole Taffety Punks are back with great new theater HERE.

1.06.2010

The Baltimore City Paper reviewed my show at School 33

I curated a show at School 33 in Baltimore and it got a nice review HERE.

1.05.2010

Graffiti Writing 101


Great video about how to become a graffiti writer HERE.

Notes and thoughts


Some notes and thoughts from a heated panel discussion on media coverage of the arts in DC HERE.

Help pick the name for Arlington's new cultural center!


Help pick a name for the DC-region's newest arts venue - Arlington's new Cultural Center, opening on 10-10-10 in the former Newseum space in Rosslyn! We've narrowed it down to three options, developed with the assistance of the internationally-known marketing firm Arnold Worldwide, and we like 'em all. So... Have fun with it! Tell us what YOU think! CLICK HERE to find out the names and vote online for your top two choices!

1.04.2010

Panel on arts criticism tonight at 6 hosted by WPA @ Cap Skyline, 10 I St., SW. More info: http://ping.fm/wTNIR

Art writing round up

An increase in writing about art in DC last week HERE.

Featured:
Washington Sculptor's Group at the Art Museum of the Americas
Frank Hallam Day at Hamiltonian
Blake Gopnik's 5-day series on looking at details in works of art
A look at two exhibits in empty retail spaces.
A photography exhibit at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop

1.01.2010

Temporary art in vacant spaces


Vacant spaces should be used for temporary art and creative projects. See why HERE.