Transylvania Community Arts Council in Brevard, NC, Announces Open Call for Artists for “Flower Power!” Exhibition – Deadline May 3, 2022

Transylvania Community Arts Council (TC Arts) in Brevard, NC, announces an open call for artists to submit artwork for its upcoming exhibit, “Flower Power!”, an exhibition of fine art and craft. “Flower Power!” is open to artists of all ages who wish to exhibit original artwork that depicts the theme of the exhibition. All forms of art including painting, drawing, photography, graphics, printmaking, digital art, sculpture, ceramics, wood, jewelry, fiber, glass, and clay, among others, will be accepted.

“We selected ‘Flower Power!’ for our first open exhibit of 2022 because it provides an excellent opportunity for artists of all ages and mediums to participate in an art exhibit,” said Kathy King, executive director of Transylvania Community Arts Council. “Artists can draw inspiration from many areas, ranging from the Pink Beds in Pisgah National Forest, to the manicured gardens of the Biltmore, to the peony blooms in their front yards, just to name a few spots familiar to most all of us. We’re looking forward to having the Gallery filled with themed artwork of all types, all created by area and regional artists.”

“Flower Power!” will open on Thursday, May 5th and run through Saturday, June 4th. Artwork and a completed registration form should be delivered to TC Arts on Tuesday, May 3rd. An opening reception for the public to meet the artists will be held on Thursday, May 5th, from 5.30-7pm. For more information and to obtain a registration form, please visit (www.tcarts.org), e-mail to (info@tcarts.org), or call 828/884-2787.

The TC Arts Gallery is open Tuesday through Friday, from 11am until 5pm, and on Saturday (during exhibits) from 1-4pm. The mission of TC Arts is to enhance the quality of life in the county by celebrating and nurturing the creative spirit of artists, youth, and individuals throughout the county.

To learn more about TC Arts, call 828/884-2787 or visit (www.tcarts.org).

Arts Council of Fayetteville – Cumberland County in Fayetteville, NC, Calls for Art Teachers

Local, regional, and national artists of all disciplines are invited to apply for inclusion in the Arts Council’s 2022-2023 Artists In Schools Directory.

Through our core value of collaboration, The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County supports a directory of Teaching Artists for the Artists In Schools Program which directly benefits more than 16,000 students on an annual basis via workshops, assemblies, residencies, and virtual engagements for elementary, middle, and high school students in Cumberland County.

The Arts Council prioritizes applications from Cumberland County Teaching Artists with innovative, cross-curricular programming for students. Teaching Artists Application fees are waived for residents of Cumberland, Hoke, Robeson, Scotland, and Sampson Counties.

To apply, please visit The Arts Council’s website at (http://www.theartscouncil.com/). For more information about the Artists In Schools program, contact Arts Education Manager Sarah Busman via e-mail at (SarahB@theartscouncil.com) or by phone at 910/323-1776.

The Arts Council of Henderson County in Henderson, NC, Calls For Entries for 63rd Art On Main – Deadline May 15, 2022

The Arts Council of Henderson County is proud to announce that the applications are available for the 63rd Annual Art of Main Fine Art and Fine Craft Fair in Hendersonville, NC.

This year the event will be Sept. 24 and 25, 2022, from 10am-5pm in Historic Downtown Hendersonville, NC.

The Application Deadline is 05/15/2022. There is a $300 Booth Fee and a $30 Jury Fee to be part of the event. If Artists apply by April 18th they can take advantage of the $25 Early Bird application fee. Applications can be found at (www.ArtOnMainNC.com).

Autumn in the Western North Carolina mountains finds thousands of visitors traveling to the region to enjoy its amazing fall foliage. We celebrate fine art and fine craft on the last weekend of September each year by gathering distinctive local artists, as well as highly qualified artists from the southeast region of the US to meet the public and sell their work on Historic Main St. More juried artists sell fine art paintings, in addition to works in clay, metal, wood, fiber, photography, jewelry, etc.

The Arts Council of Henderson County is a community organization that promotes, advocates for and nurtures the arts in Henderson County and Western North Carolina.

The Arts Council is supported in part by the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, funds administered by the Community Foundation of Henderson County, Henderson County, Henderson County Tourism Development Authority, and the City of Hendersonville.

For further information visit (www.ArtOnMainNC.com).

The Central Piedmont Community College’s Ross, Overcash and Dove Galleries in Charlotte, NC, Calls for Artists Applications to Exhibit – Deadline June 30, 2022

Central Piedmont Community College in Charlotte, NC, is now accepting exhibition proposals for 2023.

Entries:
– All works must be original and made by the artist(s) submitting – no copies or photographs of other art will be accepted.
– Work may be paintings, drawings, mixed media, digital media, collage, photographs, prints, ceramics, glass, sculpture, jewelry, or fiber art.
– Prints and photos must be original and printed by the photographer.
– We accept exhibition proposals for both solo exhibitions and group shows.

Submission Details:
Please submit all proposals via this submission link at (https://accounts.google.com/signin/v2/identifier?service=wise&passive=1209600&continue=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F1mQLaB4NpdVDPbo1DbOydz4qeqmbINnwStSg06PDkmbU%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26edit_requested%3Dtrue&followup=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fforms%2Fd%2F1mQLaB4NpdVDPbo1DbOydz4qeqmbINnwStSg06PDkmbU%2Fviewform%3Fusp%3Dsharing%26edit_requested%3Dtrue&ltmpl=forms&flowName=GlifWebSignIn&flowEntry=ServiceLogin).

Include the following:

– Cover Letter
– Artist Biography
– Resume
– Exhibition Proposal
– 15 – 20 digital images
– Workshop proposal, if one is to be part of the exhibition
– Image list detailing title, date, medium, and dimensions, year the artwork was made and sales price.

About the Galleries:
Currently, we have three gallery spaces available; Ross, Overcash and the Dove gallery. These galleries exist to supplement our students’ educational experience, and serve as academic art galleries. Each gallery is staffed during gallery hours and locked after closing. You may indicate a preferred exhibition space, however, please be advised that final venue space is determined by the senior art gallery coordinator along with recommendations by the Art Committee. Please visit our blog for more information about each gallery space. Also check out our Instagram and Facebook pages to view current exhibitions in the art galleries @cpccarts.

The Ross, Overcash and Dove Art Galleries host multiple exhibitions a year and feature both professional, staff and student artwork.

Additional Information
For more information regarding submissions to the galleries, please contact Senior Art Gallery Coordinator
Amelia Zytka by e-mail at (Amelia.Zytka@cpcc.edu) or visit our blog at (blogs.cpcc.edu/cpccartgalleries).

Central Piedmont Community College is highly accessible and convenient to people of all ages who seek a real-world, affordable, hands-on education that will transform their lives and strengthen the economic, social, and cultural environment of Mecklenburg County. Central Piedmont is also a smart investment. At a fraction of the cost, students learn by doing, receiving a combination of technical and soft skills training from quality faculty who prepare them to enter the workforce and make a difference in their family, business, community, and world. Founded in 1963, Central Piedmont Community College has eight locations throughout Mecklenburg County, offering nearly 300 degree, diploma, and certification programs; customized corporate training; market-focused continuing education; and special interest classes.

For more information, visit (cpcc.edu), or connect with the college on social media at (cpcc.edu/social).

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

The March 2022 issue of “Carolina Arts” is up on our website at (https://www.carolinaarts.com/322/322carolinaarts.html) – all 64 pages. That’s 2 more pages than last month’s issue. Spring is around the corner.

On our cover this month is a work by Carole Knudson Tinsley, part of the exhibit, “Past to Present: Retrospective: 60 Years Painting”, on view in the Solomon Gallery of the Artists Collective | Spartanburg in Spartanburg, SC, from Mar. 17 through Apr. 30, 2022. A gallery reception will be held Apr. 21, from 6-9pm.

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 April 2022 issue will be March 24 at 5pm. Don’t wait until the last minute or you might be left out.

Thanks – Tom and Linda Starland
“Carolina Arts”
843/693-1306
info@carolinaarts.com

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).

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.

Thanks – Tom and Linda Starland
“Carolina Arts”
843/693-1306
info@carolinaarts.com

Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, NC, Announces Winners of the “Exposures Photography Competition”

The Caldwell Arts Council in Lenoir, NC, is pleased to announce the winners of the “Exposures Photography Competition”, as judged by Ben Erlandson, Ph.D.

For over 30 years, the Alleghany County NC resident has shot photography and created multimedia works. His award-winning photography has been featured in solo and juried shows, and published in various journals. His motion-based, animated films also have been featured and awarded at several film festivals. In 2020, one of Ben’s photos was selected as the inaugural Conservation Award winner by the Appalachian Mountain Club. Erlandson holds degrees from UNCA, Emerson College, and Arizona State University.

Best of Show ($400) – “Yellow Fork Falls in Spring” by Mike Koenig, Caldwell County

Second Place ($200) – “Black Lives Matter” by Mitzi Gellman, Catawba County

Third Place ($100) – “Calla Passion” by Ron Schwartz, Caldwell County

Judge’s Merit Awards ($25 each) –
“Dalton” by Thomas Thielemann, Caldwell County
“Smith Rock’s Gleam” by Jordan K. Ellis, Catawba County
“The Treasure of Wilson’s Creek” by Lonnie Webster, Watauga County

Due to the continuing effects of COVID-19, no opening reception will be held. The Caldwell Arts Council is located at 601 College Ave SW in Lenoir, NC, and is open to the public Tuesday through Friday from 9am to 5pm.

For further information call the Council at 828/754-2486 or visit (https://www.caldwellarts.com).