Welcome

Welcome to the new website for The Randolph Arts Guild! It is our goal to be “Your Window to the Arts in Randolph County” and our newly designed site is going to help us meet that goal. Along with up dating the look of the and feel of the site, you’ll notice a new interface that will make it easier for you to not only find the information you need, but also allows you to share it with others. Most importantly, the new site gives our staff expanded capabilities to update content. We like it and hope you do too. Let us know what you think. Please send cheers, comments, and suggestions to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Derrick Sides
Executive Director

The Randolph Arts Guild

Bulletin Board

Job Opening - Art Department Lead - TN
See Rock City, Inc

http://chattanoogahasjobs.com/5/8/7/7/po/000013f.htm

CALL TO ARTISTS - The Center for Visual Artists

'METHOD'

All-Member Juried Exhibition - Deadline Feb. 20th, 21st

Call_for_Artists_METHOD.pdf

CALL for POTTERS - LOCAL

NC Arts Incubator in Siler City is looking for potters and ceramic artists to join us.  We have large, well equipped clay studio area complete with new electric wheels, kilns to share, an extruder, slab roller and more.

Artists must furnish their own clay, glazes and energy.  We offer a great creative enviornment with unlimited access.  Rents are very reasonable and include many Incubator program perks.

Contact: Sue Szary
NCAI Director
(919)663-1335
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Located at 223 N Chatham Avenue, Siler City

Soup's On! Arts On! to benefit Habitat For Humanity

March 11th, 2010

Soups_On_Arts_On.pdf

Call for Artists - The Fine Arts League of Cary

The Fine Arts League of Cary is seeking entries for its 16th Annual Juried Art Exhibition to be held from June 1 to July 17, 2010 in Apex, NC.  Show awards total over $2500. The postmark deadline for the mail-in registration is April 2. Full details and a printable prospectus are available on the web at: www.fineartsleagueofcary.org or call Al or Natalie Winters 919-677-8515.


CALL TO ARTISTS!

The Chatham Arts Gallery is now excepting artists from across North Carolina!  The Gallery is located at 115 Hillsboro Street, Pittsboro, NC.  You can find more information on the Chatham Arts Council’s website:  http://www.chathamarts.org/gallery/gallery.html

Artists are required to submit 3 pieces of work for each medium they wish to show.

Application Fees:  $25.00

Annual Fee: $100.00

Commissions:  40% and  25% for those who volunteer in the Gallery or on a committee.

Artist can apply by downloading the application and contract at:

http://www.chathamarts.org/gallery/gallery.html

You can contact our Gallery Manager, Rosemarie Hoffman at:  ChathamArts.GalleryManager@gmail.com

Gallery Phone Number:  919-542-4144

The Chatham Arts Gallery is a program of Chatham County Arts Council.

Artist Residency Opportunity - Knoxville

The Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to announce availability of the next Betsy Worden Memorial Artist Residency at the Emporium Center, 100 S. Gay Street in downtown Knoxville.  Deadline for receipt of application is Friday, March 19, 2010. An application is attached, or one may be downloaded at www.knoxalliance.com (under Calls & Press Releases).

Available to college students and other young and emerging artists, The Betsy Worden Memorial Artist Residency includes:
+ FREE and exclusive access to a 10’ x 10’ artist studio located in the Emporium Center;
+ Sponsored membership in the Arts & Culture Alliance for one year;
+ Display of at least one piece of artist’s new work in the public areas of the Emporium Center each month of the residency (beginning with the First Friday opening reception on April 2, 2010); and
+ Solo exhibition of artist’s new work in the Balcony gallery of the Emporium Center near the end of the residency period (September 3-24, 2010).
The resident artist is required to occupy the studio and be present to show new work each First Friday of the month, spend a significant amount of time creating work in the Emporium studio, and help hang monthly changing exhibits in the Emporium galleries if necessary.  Artist may also offer curatorial input and be eligible for curatorial opportunities in programming gallery space.  For more information, please contact the Arts & Culture Alliance at (865) 523-7543 or e-mail This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
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Call to Artists

d'Art Center Mid-Atlantic Exhibition - Deadline March 8th

dART_MidAtlantic_2010_Prospectus_inside.pdf

RCC's upcoming Cultural Arts Events

Feb. 4 - Classic Movie Night - The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium. FREE

To reserve a seat, go to www.eventbrite.comclick Randolph Community College, reserve your seat and print your confirmation. If you do not have computer access, call 633-0244 and leave your name, phone number, email and the number of tickets desired. We will call you back and let you know if we have tickets available for you.

Tickets are free - Donations are accepted.

Feb. 11 - Classic Movie Night - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium. FREE

To reserve a seat, go to www.eventbrite.comclick Randolph Community College, reserve your seat and print your confirmation. If you do not have computer access, call 633-0244 and leave your name, phone number, email and the number of tickets desired. We will call you back and let you know if we have tickets available for you.

Tickets are free - Donations are accepted.

Feb. 14 - Canon Explorers of Light will present Barbara Bordnick on Thursday, Feb. 4, from 6-9 p.m. at RCC in the Photography Imaging Center. Bordnick, called the "Grande Dame of Photography," will share her story of the career of a self-taught photographer who entered the then male-dominated fashion photography world as the first woman in a generation. With Bordnick's long list of credits in photojournalism, fashion, and advertising, this is a program not to be missed.

RCC faculty and students will be admitted free. Others should register by going to http://www.asmp-nc.org/BordnickCanon1002PR.php.
Feb. 18 - Classic Movie Night - Star Wars, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium. FREE

To reserve a seat, go to www.eventbrite.com, click Randolph Community College,  reserve your seat and print your confirmation. If you do not have computer access, call 633-0244 and leave your name, phone number, email and the number of tickets desired. We will call you back and let you know if we have tickets available for you.

Tickets are free - Donations are accepted.

Feb. 24 - An Evening With Fred Chappell, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium. Fred Chappell taught creative writing at UNCG for 40 years and directed the MFA program in creative writing. He has published 8 novels, 17 volumes of poetry, 2 books of essays, 2 collections of short stories, and a multi-genre reader; he received the Yale Bollingen Poetry award and the N.C. Thomas Wolfe award. He was N.C. Poet Laureate from 1997-2002. FREE

To reserve a seat, go to www.eventbrite.com, click Randolph Community College,  reserve your seat and print your confirmation. If you do not have computer access, call 633-0244 and leave your name, phone number, email and the number of tickets desired. We will call you back and let you know if we have tickets available for you.

Tickets are free - Donations are accepted.

March 24 - Wiley and the Hairy Man, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium.UNCG's Theatre for Young People presents Wiley and the Hairy Man: A classic Southern folktale story of young Wiley who lives deep in the Tombigbee Swamp of Alabama. The Hairy Man who lives in the swamp is out to “git” Wiley, and the only way for Wiley to save himself is to face his fears head-on. Wiley discovers a very special sort of “magic” deep inside himself. The story reminds us that brains are always a whole lot better than brawn and of the wisdom that comes with living. FREE

April 20 - Harmonious Hodgepodge, 7 p.m., LRC auditorium. Come enjoy a night of homespun music, featuring everything from bluegrass to classic rock and gospel. (Any musical person or group interested in participating should call 633-0244 by the end of February and leave your name, number and the type of music you will be performing) FREE

“New Generation of Seagrove Potters”

The North Carolina Pottery Center is excited to announce the opening of the upcoming exhibition: “New Generation of Seagrove Potters” featuring fifteen Seagrove area potters all under age 40.  The Seagrove area has a long and rich history of pottery and this exhibit highlights the younger potters who have made a career working in clay. The show will run from February 12th through April 10th, 2010.  The work of the potters will be available for sale beginning February 12, at the Artists Reception from 5:30-7:30 pm. This event is free and open to the public. The generous support of The Randolph Arts Guild, Ann and Monty Busick, and Seagrove Creations has helped to make the exhibit possible.

 The NCPC will host a Demonstration Day on Saturday March 20th, from 10:00-3:00.  Plan to visit the NCPC to see featured potters, Samantha Henneke, Crystal King, Travis Owens, Tommy Nichols, and Chad Brown demonstrating at the wheel in our education building.  The NCPC is open to the public and will have a free of charge day in honor of this event.

 The fifteen participating potters in this exhibit are as follows:

Blaine Avery
Chad
Brown
Jeff Dean
Samantha Henneke
Daniel Johnston
Crystal King
Matthew Luck
Stephanie Martin
Eck McCanless
Will McCanless
Tommy Nichols
Travis Owens
Hitomi Shibata
Takuro Shibata
Jared Zehmer

 Exhibits at the NCPC change quarterly and follow our mission: promoting public awareness and appreciation of the history, heritage, and ongoing tradition of pottery making in North Carolina. Our Annual Fund raising Auction and exhibit is in April followed by a Buncombe County Pottery exhibit, which explores the history and ongoing pottery making of that county.

 

For more information visit our website at http://www.ncpotterycenter.com/

2010- Workshop

COLOR CONFIDENCE: Jane Jones

March 15—18, 2010

9:30 am—4:30 pm

$450 Members—$550 Non-Members

 

Jane Jones says,” I have spent a lot of time researching and working in my studio to figure a 21st century way to paint with oils like the Old Masters.  I am so excited about what I have learned and what effects can be achieved, and I want to share this information.

 

You will cover the basics of color theory, but, most of the time will be spent mixing color, making and finishing small studies. By using a limited palette you can develop a foundation for thinking about color mixing. Color theory will come alive as color expression. You will learn how colors affect each other so you can compose with color freely and meaningfully. Creativity is sometimes chaotic, but color mixing doesn’t have to be. This is a workshop for all painting media.  The Instructor will provide daily demos and other presentations, along with generous individual instruction and critiques.

 

To register call: The Artist’s League of the Sandhills, 129 Exchange Street, Aberdeen, NC 28315, Betty McDaniel, 910-944-3979 or e-mail at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

~Call for Entries~

Randolph Hospital’s 4th Annual Juried Art Show

Prize/Awards:

One winner from each of the five categories will receive a $250 prize/scholarship along with their artwork to be displayed in the hospital for an entire year. Awards will be announced and presented to artists at the reception on Thursday, April 29th at The Exchange in Downtown Asheboro.

The artwork will represent five different categories under the theme Art in Motion

The categories include:

· 3-D Section (Metalwork, Wood and Pottery)

· 2-D Drawing (Pencil, Colored Pencil)

· Painting (Oils, Acrylics)

· Printmaking

Judging Criteria:

· Entries must reflect the theme, Art in Motion

· Judging is based on originality & creativity, basic design, technical skill, technique and overall execution of theme.

Entry Requirements:
All applicants must submit a completed application form for each category, a description of work and a brief biography. If entering in two categories, please make a copy of application or request another copy.

Due to limited space to hang pictures, we ask that students limit entries to three pieces of work and limit the overall size (mat/frame included) to 24x30 (or the equivalent to square inches.)

Rules/Regulations:

· All work must be titled. Untitled work will not be accepted.

· All pencil, charcoal, chalk and pastels must be fixed. Unfixed work will not be hung—please do not use spray adhesive.

· Standing artwork must be stable

· Wall and suspended art must have suitable means for hanging (no sawtooth hangers)

Jury Process:
On-site judging by a panel of experienced artisans and community leaders will review the artwork by examining each artist’s work submitted. A brief biography of the artist and a description of the artist’s work assist the jurors as they make decisions. Jurors’ decisions are final.

If you have additional questions, please call Lauren Ingold at (336) 633-7755.

Project Volunteer Needed for Parcel Post, for site in Randolph County

If you know of a community group or individual who might enjoy joining us as a volunteer, Tessa will be happy to answer any questions. You can call or email Her at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 412 726 4767.  Or feel free to contact Lia Miller, Executive Director for CCA-NC at 336-253-0856 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . 

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Parcel Post:  Creative exchanges between older adults in North Carolina

Parcel Post, a participatory community art project facilitated by artist Tessa Windt in collaboration with CCA-NC, aims to connect elders of all ability levels, stages of aging and dementia, living in Guilford and neighboring counties with their counterparts living in the eastern region of the state. By participating in this pilot project, older adults will learn new ways of communicating visually through regular hands-on creative activity while facility staff and volunteers will learn new ways of activating elders’ vital imaginations.  This pilot project will use the postal system as a medium of creative exchange to bridge isolation, discover common ground, and extend the creativity of older adults at 6 sites around the state. It is estimated that 8 to 10 elders at each site will participate in weekly sessions for approximately 12 weeks, resulting in 40 to 60 works of art.  Groups of older adults at each site will be invited to participate in collaborations by making and mailing parcel-artworks in-progress to participants at a partner site. The final stage of the project will be preparing the collective works for exhibition in May during Create & Celebrate Elder Arts 2010 and finalizing the traveling exhibit schedule. The Parcel Post exhibition will then travel to venues in participating regions.

3 Parcel Post Volunteer Positions

Qualifications:
Initiative
Commitment
Enthusiasm
Empathy
Consistency
Curiosity

Locations & Schedule:
We are seeking a total of 3 volunteers, one for each of the following sites:
Universal Healthcare of Ramseur, Randolph County
Autumn Nursing & Rehab-"Autumn Care of Biscoe", Montgomery County
Adult Center for Enrichment at River Landing, Colfax, Guilford County
January-March 2010
Sessions held weekly, Time/Day TBA
90-120 minutes/week

Volunteer Benefits:
  • Apply your studies or interests in visual art, human services, gerontology, community development and adult education
  • Gain professional experience
  • Mentor with professional artist, local and state non-profit organizations and facility staff working with older adults
  • Contribute to a pilot project
  • Make new friends, participate in a hands-on art project, build community connections

CALL TO ARTISTS - SAVE THE ARTS

Eligible Artists
All painters, sculptors, architects and photographers above the age of 18 are eligible to participate. Entry fee required. A prospectus that includes requirements, specifications and entry forms can be found by clicking here People's Choice Awards.
Accepted Media
All media is accepted with the exception of video art, film and performance art

Awards
Cash - People's Choice Winners receive $500 (1st place), $300 (2nd place) and $200 (3rd place).
Internet Promotion-Six (6) artists will be awarded placement of 6 images on Save the Arts website for a period of one year.
2009 - 2010 Calendar
August 1st, 2009 - Competition opens
February 28th, 2010 - Submission deadline
March 20th, 2010 - Results announced
June 1st through December 31st - Internet promotion for winning artists
Piedmont Players Holiday Update
Come be a part of theater magic!
Sweet Bird of Youth Set Construction
December 12 & 19 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. & December 13 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
All skill levels are needed and encouraged to participate!
Lunch will be provided on both Saturdays.  Enter through the backstage door at the Meroney Theater.
For more information call 704-633-5471 or visit our website www.piedmontplayers.com
Performance dates are January 21-23 and 27-30 at 7:30 p.m. and January 24 at 2:30 p.m.
The Box Office opens to the public on January 18.  Call 704.633.5471 for tickets!
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Support the Youth Theater project and Looking Glass Artist Collective
The New Familiars (selected by Creative Loafing Charlotte as "Best Local Band of 2008.") will be bringing their rowdy folk-rock-country blues to Looking Glass Artist Collective Dec. 11.

Opening will be one-man band David Lamanno at 8 p.m. Admission is $6 in advance, $8 at the door.

A portion of the evening's proceeds are being donated to the construction of Piedmont Players' Fisher Street Youth Theater - so if you come, you can have a good time for a great cause.

Concessions will be available. No smoking. All ages. Advance tickets available at Tastebuds Coffee and Tea and at the Looking Glass shop. http://www.salisburypost.com/Entertainment/New-Familiars-coming-to-Salisbury-Dec--11
For more info contact This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or call 704-633-2787.
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Click here to check out part 2 of the Fisher Street Theater Construction film series
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Auditions
Youth production of A Midsummer Night's Dream
By William Shakespeare

1 Forest
4 Young people fleeing their parents
6 Actors rehearsing a play for a wedding
2 Angry forest creatures seeking revenge
1 Magic flower in the hands of a confused sprite

A Night to remember
Performance dates are February 19 @ 7:30 p.m. and February 20 at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Produced by: Altrusa International

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