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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes_ARTAB_09.21.2010Minutes of the Meeting of the Arts and Culture Board Of Georgetown, Texas Tuesday, September 21, 2010 MEMBERS IN ATTENDENCE: Charles Aguillon, Philip Baker, Steve Proesel, Mandy Solin, and Karen Lange. ABSENT: Kaki Bassi and Dar Richardson STAFF IN ATTENDENCE Eric Lashley, Library Director OTHERS IN ATTENDENCE: None MINUTES: A. The meeting was called to order by Chair Charles Aguillon at 5:40 PM. B Eric announced the first joint subcommittee meeting of the CVB, Main Street, and Arts and Culture Boards would be held October 6, 2010 at 8:00 a.m. Philip will be unable to attend, but Steve will attend in Philip s place. C. There were no citizens wishing to address the Board. D. Mandy moved to accept the minutes of the August 2010 meeting as distributed and Steve seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. E CONSIDERATION OF AND POSSIBLE ACTION ON THE FOLLOWING. 1. Southwestern University 3M grant- Eric Lashley Eric reported the Board would receive approximately $3,500 to purchase a sculpture for the park. 2. Art Month — Eric Lashley, Charles Aguillon a. Proclamation by Mayor Garver — Eric noted the proclamation will be done at the Council meeting on October 12 at 6:00 p.m. b. Booth at Art in the Square — Charles said he had met with Lynette Wallace and there will be a booth available for nonprofits to promote their events. Eric said he would notify nonprofits the availability of the booth. Charles also noted the Williamson Museum will be hosting a reception Saturday, October 16 after 7 00 p.m. c. Art Hop Reception — Eric announced there will be an Art Hop reception at the Library on October 1, 2010 from 5 00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 3. Additional sculptures in San Gabriel Park — Dar Richardson Eric read a report from Dar, who is visiting an old girlfriend at his high school reunion. Dar has been working with the Parks Department to have an additional 18 sculptures installed Enc said Judy and Kaki have been working on a map of locations with the City's GIS department and hope to have a map available for the Art in the Square event. 4. Application for Cultural District Designation — Charles Aquilion. Charles reported nothing new, but he would bring this up at the joint advisory board subcommittee meeting in October. Charles adjourned the meeting at 6:15 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Steve Proesel, Secretary Charles Aguillon, Chair 0 Georgetown Sculpture Tour Currently, there are about 17 sculptures located at the San Gabriel Park and Georgetown Library. Going Forward Extend the period of time for the sculptures currently at the park and library Contact artist that have sculptures showina at the Wild Flower Center, Crossings and Marble Falls and invite selected artist to show at the San Gabriel Dail n L-1r,u 11uIu, . Estimate 10 to 12 sculptures to be installed the end of Sept and first of October 20li. Duration is orie vear. Continue $100 hor;urarium exoense Estil � DICed expense_: $i2uu ivi i iui iui cmumb, _�oGv iur pedestal Conduct an opening —perhaps jointly with Georgetown Library show Points of discussion Future: Using a call of entry to solicit artist - Offer prize money awards Georaetown Arts and Culture Board support--$3365. ($3000 approved at July meeting) Georgetown Arts and Cuitl sr e Board decide to continue to sponsor these types of events. 0 0 Sample Mission Statements Torpedo Factory — "The Association's mission is to make the Torpedo Factory, the waterfront and all of Alexandria an irresistible destination for art buyers, art lovers, local citizens and tourists from around the region, the U.S., and abroad." ArtSpace — "New Community's ArtSpace engages youth and adults in workshops and community -based arts projects that help transform and empower individuals and the neighborhood. ArtSpace is a multicultural gathering place for practicing artists and beginners to develop the creativity that abides within every person and place. ArtSpace provides an affordable avenue for artists to express themselves, share and gather skills, create economic opportunities and find fellowship with each other while adding significant value to the renewal of the Shaw neighborhood." Central Texas Cultural Activities Center — "The mission of the Cultural Activities Center is to enhance the quality of life in Bell County by stimulating interest and promoting participation in the arts. This mission encompasses three roles for the organization: to present professional, visual and performing arts events for the community; to produce, present and promote community level arts activities and events, and to provide arts education opportunities for citizens, especially children." • Irving Arts Center - "The Irving Arts Center Galleries are for the exhibition, promotion and exposure of the visual arts to the citizens of Irving and surrounding communities. Exhibits in the Irving Arts Center Galleries shall encourage creativity, participation, inspiration and an increased awareness of the visual arts in visitors. Each year exhibits in the areas of painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography, graphics, illustration, fiber arts and other creative or visual arts will be presented to the public. In addition, special collections, touring shows, scientific and educational exhibitions and demonstrations will be promoted for the education and participation of the public." McKinney Performing Arts Center — "The McKinney Performing Arts Center at the Historic Collin County Courthouse located in Downtown McKinney Commercial Historic District is dedicated to providing the community a unique and professional venue in which cultural, artistic and educational opportunities may be nurtured in a supportive environment." Creative Arts Center of Dallas — "Our Mission: To provide a nurturing environment for people to discover, develop and express their artistic visions. Our Vision: CAC, a place where community arises as we transform the ordinary into the extraordinary through creative experiences." 0 Georgetown Library/TSOS 2011 Sculpture Show Scheduled for July, August and September 2011 Opening reception with music Expand the show to attract more artist 1st prize - $700 2nd prize - $400 3rd prize - $250 Librarian Choice $250 Four Media awards (clav/stone, bronze/metal. wood and mixed media) @$3ng fir each catennna Estimate 40 artist @ $40 entry fee ---$ $1600 Postcard expense $100 Call for Entry m;:Minn t65 Total prize money expense$2800 Support from Georgetown Arts and Culture $1365 u Georgetown Sculpture Tour • Currently, there are about 17 sculptures located at the San Gabriel Park and Georgetown Library. Going Forward Extend the period of time for the sculptures currently at the park and library Contact artist that have sculptures showina at the Wild Flower Center, Crossings and Marble Falls and invite selected artist to show at the San Gabriel Gar � and iibr of v . Estimate 10 to 12 sculptures to be installed the end of Sept and first of October 2010. Duration is one vear. Continue $100 honorarium exoense �. _, ij_ Estimated expensE:l2vu ii iivi-iu►a-- - �.iiutiiz>,ouu cur pedestal Conduct an opening —perhaps jointly with Georgetown Library show Points of discussion Future: Using a call of entry to solicit artist Offer prize money awards Georaetown Arts and Culture Board support--$3365. ($3000 approved at July meeting) Georgetown Arts and Culture Board decide to continue to sponsor these types of events. 0