701 Center for Contemporary Art in Columbia, SC, Calls for Proposals for Site-Specific Works for Mill District Public Art Trail in Columbia – Deadline March 9, 2022

701 Center for Contemporary Art (CCA) in Columbia, SC, is seeking artists to develop and execute site-specific works for five gate houses located on the grounds of the historic Granby and Olympia Mills as part of CCA’s Mill District Public Art Trail. The mills are twin Romanesque Revival style, four-story structures designed by W.B. Smith Whaley & Company – the leading mill architects of their time. Once considered two of the most architecturally significant textile mills in South Carolina, today the two massive buildings have been repurposed for residential mill living.

The application deadline is Wednesday, March 9, 2022.

Budget
The budget for each gate house is $3,000

Public Art Opportunities
Five gate houses located in front of the two mill buildings offer unique opportunities for site-specific works. The structures were built during WWII. Designed to compliment the architectural elements of the mill buildings, the Olympia Mill gate houses feature arch-shaped windows and a frieze consisting of terracotta arches. The less decorated Granby Mill gate houses feature dentil brick molding and sash windows.

The gate houses will function as changing exhibition spaces for temporary public art projects. The projects will be installed for a minimum of one year. Each gate house is 10’x10’ with a modest interior and lighting. Access to the interior is through doors on the rear or side of each structure. The gate houses are not air-conditioned or heated. Artwork must be able to withstand extreme weather conditions.

The exteriors of the gate houses are protected under the City of Columbia historic preservation ordinance. Attachments to the exterior are not allowed.

Eligibility
Artists working in media appropriate for non-conditioned environments and styles are eligible for consideration. Artists may submit individually or as a team. Artist teams must designate one artist as the lead contact. This opportunity is open to professional artists 18 and over.

Selection Process
A panel of arts professionals will review artists qualifications and make a selection of artists who will be invited to submit a full proposal. Selections will be based on artistic merit, experience with public art commissions and/or installation art and the ability to complete and install the project by June 20, 2022.

RFQ Requirements
Images of up to five completed commissions/installations that demonstrate your qualifications for the project. Please include the title, medium, dimensions, year completed, location, and a short description.

Artist resume demonstrating a minimum of five years of professional visual art experience. If submitting as a team, a current resume should be submitted for each team member. Please compile resumes into one document.

Statement of interest in this particular Mill District opportunity

References that include the names and current contact information for three individuals with whom you have worked, collaborated, or who have commissioned your work in the past. References may be contacted for artists invited to develop a proposal for the commissions.

Timeline

Call for RFQ – February 9, 2022

Zoom Q&A – February 14

Zoom Q&A – February 28

Deadline for RFQ – March 12

Panel Review & Selection – March 13

Notification to Artists – March 15

Deadline for Proposals – April 4

Finalist(s) Notification – April 8

Finalist(s) Interviews/Presentation of Proposals on Zoom – April 11

Notification to Finalists – April 13

Site Availability – April 14

Deadline for Installed Works – June 20

Please submit questions to Michaela Pilar Brown at director@701cca.org. Questions and answers will be posted on our website at http://www.701cca.org.

About 701 CCA
701 Center for Contemporary Art is a nonprofit visual art center that promotes understanding, appreciation and enjoyment of contemporary art, the creative process and the role of art and artists in the community.

701 CCA also encourages interaction between visual arts and other art forms. Admission to all exhibitions is free. 701 CCA is located at 701 Whaley Street, 2nd Floor, Columbia, SC 29201. During exhibitions, hours are Wed-Sat, 11-5; Sun, 1-5.

For more information visit (http://www.701cca.org).

Society of Bluffton Artists in Bluffton, SC, Calls for Entries for “28th Annual Judged Show” – Deadline Mar. 1, 2022

The Society of Bluffton Artists (SOBA) is preparing to host its annual showcase event next month at the SOBA Gallery in Old Town Bluffton, SC. The “28th Annual Judged Show,” featuring the best works from 100 Lowcountry artists, will be on display from March 7-April 3, 2022.

Admission to view the exhibit is free, and the artwork at the “Judged Show” exhibit will be available for purchase.

This year’s Judged Show will have its Awards Ceremony from 5-7pm, on Wednesday, March 9. The judge is Dan Graziano, an award-winning and nationally exhibited painter who has instructed workshops all over the country, including at SOBA.

Winners will be awarded first-, second- and third-place cash awards in the following categories: Acrylic, Oil, Watercolor, Photography, Drawing (pastel, pencil/graphite, pen & ink) and Miscellaneous (mixed media, collage, 3-D, stained glass).

Dennis Lake’s painting “Aegean Blue” captured the Best in Show award in last year’s event.

Lowcountry artists still have time to submit their work for the show. The registration deadline is March 1. Forms are available at the gallery, located at 6 Church Street in Old Town Bluffton, or online at (bit.ly/28thjudgedshow).

The cost to register is $25 for SOBA members and $50 for non SOBA members. Artists must drop off their art from 9-11am, March 7 at the SOBA Art School, located next door to the SOBA gallery at 8 Church Street. No entries will be accepted after 11am.

The Society of Bluffton Artists (SOBA) is the heart of the flourishing art hub in Old Town Bluffton’s historic district at the corner of Church and Calhoun streets. As a non-profit art organization, SOBA offers regular art classes, featured artist shows, exhibitions, scholarships, outreach programs and more.

Please visit (www.sobagallery.com) for a complete calendar of events and other information or call 843/816-3776.

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation in Winston-Salem, NC, Accepting Letters of Intent for Second Cohort of Inclusive Public Art Initiative – Deadline is March 25, 2022

The Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation (ZSR) in Winston-Salem, NC, announced today that it is accepting Letters of Intent for a second cohort of Inclusive Public Art projects across the state. To access information about the Letter of Intent process, visit ZSR’s website at (https://www.zsr.org/inclusive-public-art).

Letters of Intent due on March 25, 2022 at 12:00pm (noon).

ZSR’s investment in inclusive public art is intended to share stories of diversity, equality, inclusion and equity as they relate to the people and places of North Carolina, especially those whose stories are often untold or under told. After an impactful inaugural cohort of Inclusive Public Art grantees, ZSR knows that this effort can catalyze community conversations that result in a shared and fuller understanding of our common history — and common bonds — as North Carolinians.

ZSR recently announced a $2 million partnership with The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation – the largest supporter of arts and humanities in the US – to expand and continue its Inclusive Public Art initiative across North Carolina. The partnership, which includes $1 million from both ZSR and the Mellon Foundation, will support commemorative and artist commissions specifically focused on underrepresented narratives and communities.

Grant amounts for the second cohort will be flexible, with an anticipated range from $50,000 to $200,000+, allowing for projects that encompass grassroots visual storytelling to large-scale, iconic public artworks. Applicants are encouraged to think boldly about the artistic possibilities for memorializing stories that uplift diverse narratives of who we are as North Carolinians. Grant funds should be used for community engagement, documentation, art creation and installation.

“Public art plays an important role in telling community and statewide stories,” said ZSR Executive Director Maurice “Mo” Green. “For far too long, people of color and women, in particular, have been left out of the public art narrative. Our hope is that these powerful stories will inspire more communities to embrace the multitude of people and perspectives that have shaped North Carolina.”

Because this initiative is intended to spark healthy dialogue, the community engagement aspect of these grants is just as important as the art installations themselves. Therefore, ZSR is looking for communities that will authentically involve a cross-section of people, groups and organizations in telling, discussing and perhaps even producing the story(ies) depicted in the art.

The deadline to submit a Letter of Intent for ZSR’s Inclusive Public Art initiative is March 25, 2022 at 12:00pm (noon). In May 2022, ZSR will select semifinalists who will receive a $5,000 planning grant and an invitation to submit a full application by early 2023.

ZSR will hold a webinar for interested applicants on Wednesday, February 23 at 1pm. Click (https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArcOqurTstGdKWL1qR6iRQyhTM-PtdKo-G) to register for the webinar. The webinar will be recorded and posted to ZSR’s website.

Learn more about ZSR’s Inclusive Public Art initiative here at (https://www.zsr.org/inclusive-public-art).

Questions about ZSR’s Inclusive Public Art initiative should be directed to Project Coordinator Brenda Miller Holmes by e-mail at (brenda@brendamillerholmes.com).

Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation (ZSR) is committed to improving the quality of life for all North Carolinians. ZSR is a statewide, private, family foundation that has been a catalyst for positive change in North Carolina for more than 80 years. In June 2018, the Foundation announced All For NC: Z. Smith Reynolds Foundation’s Framework for Grantmaking and Learning. Headquartered in Winston-Salem, NC, the Foundation has invested $627 million into North Carolina. To learn more about ZSR and its All For NC Framework, visit (www.zsr.org).

Dare County Arts Council in Manteo, NC, Announces “44th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show” Award Recipients

The “44th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show” opened at Dare County Arts Council’s Gallery in downtown Manteo, NC, on Saturday, January 29, 2022.

Artist James Melvin carefully selected the following award recipients:

Eure Best In Show: Taylor Williams “Prevail” (oil)

Excellence Awards: Holly Nettles “Renewal” (oil), Michael Halminski “Farm Truck” (photography), Mike Rowe “My Octopus Friend” (recycled resin), and Fay Davis Edwards “A Day’s Work” (mixed media encaustic)

Honorable Mentions: Bob McCormick “Manteo” (photography), Jennings Mitchell “The Baiting” (photography), and John Bliven “Just Hold On” (photography)

“This show is an excellent body of work with so much diversity,” said judge James Melvin. “I selected Taylor Williams’ painting as the Best In Show piece because it encompasses what you look for in a great painting- composition, color and movement. It is super realistic, you can almost hear the waves crashing.”

This year’s Frank Stick Show features 105 entries from local and regional artists.

“I am extremely honored to have received Best In Show in the Frank Stick Show,” said artist Taylor Williams. “I know that it must have been a hard decision with all of the talented artists who submitted work. This piece was really special to me because I had the reference photo set aside for a long time before I painted it. When I finally decided to take on the challenge, I gave myself no time limit and included as many details as I could. I really enjoyed my time creating this piece, and I’m so grateful for the recognition.”

Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the opening reception was postponed. In place of the opening reception, Dare County Arts Council will be hosting two evening viewings of the Frank Stick Memorial Art Show on Friday, February 18 and Thursday, February 24 from 5pm-7pm where people can come see the exhibit outside of regular gallery hours.

People who visit the exhibit can vote by ballot for the People’s Choice Award, which will be tallied at the end of the show. The People’s Choice award recipient will be announced on Dare County Arts Council’s website and social media.

The show will remain on display at the DCAC Gallery through Friday, February 25, 2022. The Gallery is open Tuesday-Friday 10am-5pm and Saturday 10am-4pm.

The Frank Stick Memorial Art Show is the longest running visual arts exhibit in Dare County, and is held in memory of Outer Banks preservationist and artist Frank Stick. A special thank you to Jane Webster, Beverly Perdue, Muse Originals OBX, Michael Halminski Photography, and KDH Cooperative Gallery & Studios for sponsoring the “44th Annual Frank Stick Memorial Art Show”.

Dare County Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit arts organization dedicated to encouraging the arts in Dare County through advocacy, enrichment and opportunity.

For more information about this show or upcoming Dare County Arts Council events and exhibitions, please call 252/473-5558 or visit (DareArts.org).

Ed & Barb Streeter of Conway Glass in Conway, SC, has Installed The Oak Tree Stained Glass Project in the Rosen Gallery at Brookgreen Gardens in Murrells Inlet, SC

Conway Glass cut 3400 + pieces of glass to create this original stained glass. Each day was a joy as we watched the textured glass create a rendevous of color. The window now graces the Jeanne and Joe Mize Gallery at the new Rosen Gallery, Brookgreen Gardens, Murrells Inlet, SC.

“Wow! It is stunning and exceeded all expectations. I cannot wait for people to see it tomorrow ….and forever at Brookgreen. What an incredible addition to the magic of the Gardens created with your vision and talents.”, Page Kiniry, President/CEO, Brookgreen Gardens.

Artist team Barb Streeter, Phil Worth, and Ed Streeter saw a sneak peek of the upcoming Anna Hyatt Huntington exhibit. “Joan of Arc” is one of many sculptures on display through April 24, 2022.

Visit the Rosen Gallery through 4/24/22, and enjoy the exhibit, “American Animalier: The Life and Art of Anna Hyatt Huntington”. The retrospective of the work of award-winning sculptor and patron Anna Hyatt Huntington. The exhibit presents sculptures spanning the scope of her prolific career. The exhibit is an interesting look into the life and work of Anna Hyatt Huntington. We hope that you will get out and enjoy the art around you and explore inspiring places where you live.

Ed Streeter is having a THR (Total Hip Replacement) in February. Our store at 708 12th Ave. will be closed from February 4th – March 1st. We thank you for your support and understanding as we manage this situation.

The good news is that we are booked up with work through May. Meanwhile, we are finishing up projects and Ed’s hoping to ease back to work in the stained glass studio ASAP. When we reopen, we will resume cutting tabletops, window glass, and stained glass, so don’t forget us. To find out Ed’s progress visit our Monday night live streams on YouTube at 7 pm Est. See you then!
Cheers!

Ed & Barb Streeter

Reynolda House Museum of American Art in Winston-Salem, NC, Offers Free Access Program for Low-Income Families

The Reynolda House Museum of American Art in Winston-Salem, NC, has joined Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM), to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits. The program provides free admission for up to four people for those receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits with the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card upon check-in at the Museum.

“Our participation in the Museums for All program is part of Reynolda’s commitment to providing every visitor with meaningful and inclusive experiences,” said Allison Perkins, executive director, Reynolda House.

Similar free and reduced admission is available to eligible members of the public at more than 800 museums across the country. Museums for All helps expand access to museums and also raise public awareness about how museums in the US are reaching their entire communities. More than 800 institutions participate in the initiative, including art museums, children’s museums, science centers, botanical gardens, zoos, history museums and more. Participating museums are located nationwide, representing all 50 states, the District of Columbia and the US Virgin Islands.

More than one-third of Reynolda House’s visitors receive free admission, including children 18 and under, students, active or retired military personnel with ID, EBT cardholders, and employees of Wake Forest University and Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center with valid ID (plus one guest).

The Museum is also an active participant in the Museums on Us program offered by Bank of America. The program provides free admission to valid cardholders during the first full weekend (Saturday and Sunday) of each month. A photo ID with a valid Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank (US Trust) credit or debit card must be presented.

Reynolda House, located at 2250 Reynolda Road, opens to the public on Feb. 1 with a new season of programs and exhibitions, including “Black Is Beautiful: The Photography of Kwame Brathwaite”. Learn more at (reynolda.org).

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. Our mission is to inspire libraries and museums to advance innovation, lifelong learning and cultural and civic engagement. Our grant making, policy development, and research help libraries and museums deliver valuable services that make it possible for communities and individuals to thrive. To learn more, visit imls.gov and follow IMLS on Facebook and Twitter.

The Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) champions children’s museums worldwide. With more than 470 members in 50 states and 16 countries, ACM leverages the collective knowledge of children’s museums through convening, sharing and dissemination. Learn more at (www.childrensmuseums.org).

Reynolda is set on 170 acres in Winston-Salem, NC, and comprises Reynolda House Museum of American Art, Reynolda Gardens and Reynolda Village Shops and Restaurants. The Museum presents a renowned art collection in a historic and incomparable setting: the original 1917 interiors of Katharine and R.J. Reynolds’s 34,000-square-foot home. Its collection is a chronology of American art and featured exhibitions are offered in the Museum’s Babcock Gallery and house bedrooms. The Gardens serve as a 134-acre outdoor horticultural oasis open to the public year-round, complete with colorful formal gardens, nature trails and a greenhouse. In the Village, the estate’s historic buildings are now home to a vibrant mix of boutiques, restaurants, shops and services. Plan your visit at (reynolda.org) and use the mobile app Reynolda Revealed to self-tour the estate.

The February 2022 Issue of “Carolina Arts” is Now Ready to Download

The February 2022 issue of “Carolina Arts” is up on our website at (https://www.carolinaarts.com/222/222carolinaarts.html) – all 62 pages. That’s 2 more pages than last month’s issue. We’re back on an upward swing, as far as pages go.

On our cover this month is a work by Susan Lenz, who will be taking part in the fourth annual Cottontown Art Crawl, with 114 other artists (115 in total) to show and sell their original work in the downtown Columbia, SC, neighborhood. The event will be held on Saturday, Mar. 12, 2022, from 10am to 3pm.

So download that PDF and dig in – it makes for good reading when you’re ordered to stay at home. And, don’t forget to find a way to thank our advertisers – they make this publication possible. Visiting their websites would be a way to start, you might be surprised what you’ll find there.

And help us spread this issue around by sending this link to your friends.

Don’t forget that the deadline for our March 2022 issue will be February 24 at 5pm. Don’t wait until the last minute or you might be left out.

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