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City’s Gallery S.P.A.C.E. Seeks Artists for 2010 Exhibitions
The City of Savannah’s Department of Cultural Affairs is seeking artists to exhibit at Gallery S.P.A.C.E. in 2010. Gallery S.P.A.C.E. serves the Savannah community with exhibitions and educational programming that strengthen awareness and stimulate dialogue through artistic expression.
The 1,700 square-foot gallery at S.P.A.C.E. (Savannah’s Place for Art, Cultural and Education) is a community venue for the promotion of and education about the visual arts, via the display of contemporary art, design and fine crafts by local and regional artists. A full year of exhibitions is augmented with lectures, gallery tours, workshops and other programs to enhance the educational experience.
Exhibiting at Gallery S.P.A.C.E. provides artists with an opportunity for a public reception, promotion, and exhibition experience, as well as exposure to Savannah’s visual art community. In conjunction with an exhibition, artists are required to develop and present a learning opportunity to the public such as a workshop, lecture or demonstration.
All media will be considered for either solo or group exhibition, including video and installation pieces. Proposals should be professionally presented and should include a cover letter; a resume; an artist statement; a previous exhibition record; 10-12 digital images of work to be considered; and a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you would like your proposal returned.
The deadline for submissions is October 30 at 4 p.m. Proposals should be submitted to Debra Zumstein, Arts Programs Coordinator, City of Savannah Department of Cultural Affairs, 9 W. Henry St., Savannah, GA 31401. Proposal guidelines are available online at www.savannahga.gov/arts or by calling (912) 651-6783.
The Gallery S.P.A.C.E. 2009 exhibition schedule includes: Elaine George-Asaro, The Links “New Beginnings” Youth Art Exhibition; the Creative Force Artist Collective “Seeing Sounds”; printmaker Jennifer Jenkins; video installation, Open Seas; the Landings Art Association; stained glass artist Erica Rollings; painter Ching Levy; and the 3rd Annual National Arts Program.
Fall Tour of Homes and Gardens – Charleston, SC
The 33rd Annual Fall Tours of Homes & Gardens in Charleston, SC, feature beautiful gardens and architecturally significant homes, churches and public buildings. The tours highlights the very best of American architecture from the early Georgian Period up to and including the 21st century. Each tour features a unique neighborhood representing Charleston’s culture from the Colonial era to the present. The tours take place from September 24- October 25, 2009.
Most of the properties are privately owned and are open to the public exclusively for the Annual Fall Tours of Homes and Gardens. Volunteer guides will interpret the history, architecture and decorative arts of each property.
The tours take place on Thursday and Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday afternoons from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. All tours are self-paced walking tours held on the peninsula of Charleston within the city’s various historic neighborhoods.
The Fall Tours of Homes and Gardens is the Preservation Society’s annual fund raising event. Tickets are $45.00 per person, per tour and may be purchased only through the Preservation Society of Charleston online at www.preservationsociety.org or by calling (843)722-4630.
