Life Is Art & The Association for Women in Communications bring you a brand new Seminar
Do-It-Yourself: Using Video to Gain Exposure and Build Community
Wed, Jan 20, 2010
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
PressItOn Gallery
[ register for this event ]
Fees for this event:Non-members: no charge
Chapter Members: no charge

SEMINAR: “Do-It-Yourself: Using Video to Gain Exposure and Build Community,” with video marketing expert Jessica Kizorek.

Video cameras are cheaper and more integrated in daily life than ever before. Just as digital photos have proliferated the way we communicate, video will reach a huge saturation rate in 2010.

Learn how to use the technology at your finger tips to create video communications that impact and build relationship with your target market. Watch the coolest gadgets in action and see successful case studies that increased sales by employing online video.

Video increases response rates when you learn how to use it to your advantage. YouTube has exploded as an online portal, but other social media platforms – Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, Ning — make it easier than ever to send and receive videos through the Internet.

The seminar is free for both members and nonmembers; RSVP to enjoy a free drink and appetizers.

About Jessica Kizorek:

Jessica Kizorek is a keynote speaker, Internet video expert and the respected author of three books on the subject of video marketing and the Internet. Jessica Kizorek has made it her mission to keep marketers in the loop with her keynote speeches and seminars on the latest in online video, online branding, consumer marketing trends, plus how social media marketing can be a valuable channel within integrated marketing campaigns.

Jessica has produced video content on all seven continents and was nominated as one of CNN’s “Young People Who Rock” for her passion in documenting the impact of humanitarian efforts around the globe. Jessica Kizorek has been invited to deliver keynote speeches about online video, video marketing and Internet fundraising for many corporate meetings, trade associations, national conferences and non-profit groups.

Since graduating Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Colorado, Jessica Kizorek’s company (The Viral Pulse – www.TheViralPulse.com) has produced video and digital media for clients such as Bacardi, Hyatt Hotels and Moet Hennessy.

As an adjunct professor at the prestigious Miami Ad School, Jessica Kizorek has also been published as an expert in the online video marketing field by industry journals such as The American Association of Advertising Agencies, MediaPost and iMedia Connection.

Located in the heart of Miami’s Design District, PressitOn Art Gallery is a 3,000 square-foot space showcasing a thought-provoking roster of contemporary paintings and photography by emerging and established artists from around the world. The result is a thrilling and provocative compilation by an array of artists largely unknown to South Florida audiences whose explorations examine both our shared environment and a more intimate sense of self.

PressitOn Art Gallery is deeply committed to humanitarian causes that seek to ease the plight of the disenfranchised and vulnerable. As such, we donate a portion of the proceeds raised during each exhibition to a charitable organization. For more information on PressitOn Art’s philanthropic endeavors, please visit our ‘Events’ page at www.pressitonart.com.

Life is Art Creative Connections #5 held at Tamarind Thai Restaurant on November 10, 2009.    I want to thank Tamarind Thai for being our host sponsor for this Creative Connections.  We had a really good crowd and had some really good networking going on. I also wanted to thank Paul S. Vicary, Esq., who gave a short presentation on legal issues facing artists. Don’t want to forget to thank Maggie Curran for introducing us to Tamarin Thai. For the better gallery, click here.

Tamarind Thai Restaurant

946 Normandy Drive

Miami Beach, FL 33141

(305) 861-6222

www.tamarindthai.us

TGIF Everyone!

I hope that everyone has a great weekend planned, with Sleepless Night, the South Miami Arts Fest, and Rib Fest going on, there is tons of fun stuff to do!

Do not forget, our next artistic networker is coming right up on Tuesday, November 10th.
It is at Tamarind Thai restaurant in Miami Beach, 6:30pm – 9:00pm.
There will be free appetizers from 7pm-8pm and a short educational presentation by Paul Vicary at 8:15pm. Plus, one free drink for everyone who RSVPs
You know lots of people from the artistic community will be here to network and chat with. This is a great opportunity to expand your circle of colleagues and fans.

All of the details and RSVP info here http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/ccrsvp/
And remember, the event is completely free. (Though contributions are gratefully accepted)

I look forward to seeing you there!

Sincerely,
James Echols
Co-founder
Life Is Art, Inc.

Life Is Art Creative Connections 5

Artistic Networker and Professional Development Series
November 10, 6:30pm – 9:00pm
Tamarind Thai Restaurant
946 Normandy Dr
Miami Beach, FL

You are cordially invited to an artistic networker & professional development series for artists and art fans produced by Life Is Art and supported by Tamarind Thai Restaurant.

* Complimentary Thai Bites 7pm-8pm
* Educational Presentation 8:15pm
* 1 Free Beer or Wine with RSVP courtesy of Chang Beer
* RSVP here

~ Meet and discuss issues with other artists
~ Professional development presentation by Paul S. Vicary, Esq. (Legal)
~ Personal question & answer time
~ Network with local arts professionals

Life Is Art returns with another Creative Connections! This month we welcome Paul S. Vicary, Esq., who will be giving a short presentation on legal issues facing artists. Paul is donating his time for this, and will be available for personal questions after the presentation.

Tamarind Thai Restaurant is graciously donating some yummy Thai bites and you can get one complimentary wine or beer with RSVP, thanks to Chang Beer!

The event is completely free, though contributions are gratefully accepted. Your support helps us continue to help the arts community.

We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to expand your network and help advance your artistic career. Please RSVP www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/ccrsvp

Hello Life Is Art People,

I know we have been sending out a lot of messages recently, but we have a lot going on and we want to make sure everyone has a chance to take advantage of it. This month our Creative Connections is presented in conjunction with The Association for Women in Communications and feartures a full seminar on personal branding by well-known speaker, Mary Giuseffi. Info below and more info on our site at:
http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/

Creative Connections Free Seminar and Networker presented by Life Is Art and The Association for Women in Communications
“Your Image As Art: Personal Branding”
Wed, Sep 16, 2009
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
PressitOn Art Gallery (Design District)
4100 N Miami Ave
Miami, FL 33127
REGISTER: http://www.awcsouthflorida.org/insidepages/meetingregistration.cfm?pk_tblMeetings=43

In today’s crowded job market – and especially if you’re in a high-profile industry like communications or the creative arts – your success depends on your ability to stand out from the crowd with a distinct “personal brand.” But how do you develop, maintain, and market yours? Join the AWC, Life Is Art, PressitOn Art Gallery, and Sapporo for “Your Image As Art,” a free seminar with nationally-renowned image consultant Mary Giuseffi, to learn how.

Mary, a well-known on-air personality who has appeared on the Montel Williams Show, Oprah, 48 Hours and ABC News, will discuss personal branding, visual communication, self-marketing, and how to obtain publicity in an interactive seminar focused on helping you achieve profitability, professional advancement, and personal achievement.

Please RSVP for this free seminar to receive free Sapporo beer.

http://www.awcsouthflorida.org/insidepages/meetingregistration.cfm?pk_tblMeetings=43

About our speaker:
Mary Giuseffi is a nationally-recognized image consultant, author, and on-air personality who frequently appears on television, radio, and in person as a keynote speaker on various topics on how to become “Packaged to Perfection.” Her new book, “Oh! To Joy,” shares her secrets and more.She is a committed advocate for women and the poor and has won a wide array of awards and accolades including “Woman of the Year 1991,” The American Cancer Society’s President’s Award, Cystic Fibrosis Volunteer of the Year award, “Woman of Style and Substance 2005,” and “Who’s Who In Charity.” For more information on Mary and her consulting services, visit http://www.sparklecommunications.com or call 561-667-6700.

About our generous sponsor and host:
Located in the heart of Miami’s Design District, PressitOn Art Gallery is a 3,000 square-foot space showcasing a thought-provoking roster of contemporary paintings and photography by emerging and established artists from around the world. The result is a thrilling and provocative compilation by an array of artists largely unknown to South Florida audiences whose explorations examine both our shared environment and a more intimate sense of self.

PressitOn Art Gallery is deeply committed to humanitarian causes that seek to ease the plight of the disenfranchised and vulnerable. The gallery donates a portion of the proceeds raised during each exhibition to a charitable organization. For more information on PressitOn Art Gallery and its programs and philanthropy, visit http://www.pressitonart.com

AWC – http://www.awcsouthflorida.org
Pressiton Gallery – http://www.pressitonart.com
Sapporo – http://www.sapporousa.com
Life Is Art – http://www.lifeisartfest.org

Hope to see you there!
James Echols
Co-founder
Life Is Art, Inc.
www.lifeisartfest.org

Life Is Art  presents River Of Art 2
Showcase & Fundraiser
September 8, 6pm-10pm
Hosted by River Lounge at Epic, 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Google Map
FREE
A portion of the evenings’s proceeds go to support Life Is Art
RSVP
Networking & Happy Hour with  buy 1 get 1 FREE drink specials
$10 Valet
Dress Code: Artistically Upscale

MUSICAL ARTISTRY
DJ Soozin

and
DJ Sebastian

VISUAL ARTS
Ruben Chamizo

Rodolfo Chavarriaga

GAPAL

MANO

Valentina Ramos

River Lounge is graciously donating  a portion of the proceeds to Life Is Art! This is much needed revenue to help us continue to promote the Miami arts community. Be sure to say thanks to the proprietor, Bobby Brandt, for all his support. We hope that you will come out and bring ALL your friends so that we can make this a regular event!

The event is completely free, though contributions are gratefully accepted. Your support helps us continue to help the arts community.

We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to see and hear some excellent south Florida artists, expand your network and help advance your artistic career. Please RSVP

Greetings Life Is Art Fans,

Just a quick last reminder that our next networker is coming right up on Tuesday. We have had a terrific response, so expect good crowd of artists, gallerists, and art lovers to mix and mingle with. We have art, fashion, music, networking, drinks, and even fire dancing! What more could you want?

River Lounge is a beautiful, upscale venue right on the river, so do not forget to RSVP here – http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/ccrsvp/ – and join us for a lovely, artsy evening.

Event Details:
Life Is Art Creative Connections 3
River of Art Showcase
Hosted by River Lounge at Epic
270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Miami, FL 33131
Tuesday, August 11, 6:00pm-11:00pm
Dress Code: Artistically Upscale
A portion of the evenings’s proceeds go to support Life Is Art
Complimentary Cocktail with RSVP http://www.lifeisartfest.org/blog/ccrsvp/

Thanks much,
James Echols
Life Is Art
www.lifeisartfest.org

Creative Connections 4

Life Is Art, The Association for Women In Communications and PressItOn Gallery Present

Your Image As Art by Mary Giuseffi

FREE
Wednesday, September 16, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
PressItOn Gallery, 4100 N Miami Ave Miami, FL 33127, Google Map
Refreshments by Sapporo and H2Organic Water
RSVP with AWC
Facebook Event Listing

In today’s crowded job market – and especially if you’re in a high-profile industry like communications or the creative arts – your success depends on your ability to stand out from the crowd with a distinct “personal brand.” But how do you develop, maintain, and market yours? Join the AWC, Life Is Art, and PressitOn Art Gallery for “Your Image As Art,” a seminar with nationally-renowned image consultant Mary Giuseffi, to learn how.

Mary, a well-known on-air personality who has appeared on the Montel Williams Show, Oprah, 48 Hours and ABC News, will discuss personal branding, visual communication, self-marketing, and how to obtain publicity in an interactive seminar focused on helping you achieve profitability, professional advancement, and personal achievement.

Please RSVP for this free seminar to reserve your seat, and stay tuned for more information on drinks and bites!

About our speaker:
Mary Giuseffi is a nationally-recognized image consultant, author, and on-air personality who frequently appears on television, radio, and in person as a keynote speaker on various topics on how to become “Packaged to Perfection.” Her new book, “Oh! To Joy,” shares her secrets and more.She is a committed advocate for women and the poor and has won a wide array of awards and accolades including “Woman of the Year 1991,” The American Cancer Society’s President’s Award, Cystic Fibrosis Volunteer of the Year award, “Woman of Style and Substance 2005,” and “Who’s Who In Charity.” For more information on Mary and her consulting services, visit www.sparklecommunications.com or call 561-667-6700.

About the Association for Women in Communications South Florida Chapter:
The Association for Women in Communications South Florida connects communicators in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties, facilitating its members’ integration into the business matrix of South Florida and promoting their personal and professional advancement. Helping to cultivate the complex relationships that bridge all communications disciplines, the AWC South Florida interfaces networking and professional development to equip its members to excel in their fields.

The national Association for Women in Communications celebrates 100 years of accelerating women communicators’ careers in 2009, cementing its position as the oldest and most comprehensive professional association in the industry. For more information, visit www.awcsouthflorida.org or email
info@awcsouthflorida.org.

About Life Is Art:
Life Is Art is an organization dedicated to promote and support the artistic and creative communities in Miami and beyond. The organization provides networking events, opportunities for local artists to exhibit their work, and resources like legal information pertinent to artists and others in the creative community. Founded by James Echols and Annette Peikert, longtime supporters of the AWC, Life Is Art partners with other organizations to advance important social and environmental issues. For more information on Life Is Art and its services, visit www.lifeisartfest.org.

About our generous sponsor and host:
Located in the heart of Miami’s Design District, PressitOn Art Gallery is a 3,000 square-foot space showcasing a thought-provoking roster of contemporary paintings and photography by emerging and established artists from around the world. The result is a thrilling and provocative compilation by an array of artists largely unknown to South Florida audiences whose explorations examine both our shared environment and a more intimate sense of self.

PressitOn Art Gallery is deeply committed to humanitarian causes that seek to ease the plight of the disenfranchised and vulnerable. The gallery donates a portion of the proceeds raised during each exhibition to a charitable organization. For more information on PressitOn Art Gallery and its programs and philanthropy, visit www.pressitonart.com

If you have not tried meetup.com, it is a pretty cool website that is a combination of online and offline (that’s real life) networking. Onajide has created a group for artist entrepreneurs who are interested in increasing their ability to make a living off their art. They have pretty regular seminars and other informative get togethers. Check the one out below and join their group!

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Announcing a new Meetup for South Florida Artist Entrepreneurs Meetup Group!
What: Artist’s Statement Workshop
When: August 7, 2009 7:00 PM
Where: Panera Bread
1762 North Federal Highway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33305
Recently involved in a couple of discussions we thought this was the right time for an Artist’s Statement Writing Workshop. This will be one evening not to miss. Please be on time, the venue closes promptly at 9 am.
5 Reasons why you should be there:
“I have idea how to get started.”
“How personal should it be?”
“I’ve started, like, ten times and it’s still a mess.”
“How long should it be?”
“Gawd, I’m not a writer… like, I’m an artist. Hello!”
Don’t waste more time writing in frustration. Be there!
Learn more here:
http://www.meetup.com/South-Florida-Artist-Entrepreneurs/calendar/10996560/

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Life Is Art invites EVERYONE – artists of all disciplines, art professionals, art collectors, and all art fans to come to our networker for the arts community! Creative Connections is a chance to meet artists, gallerists, dealers, collectors, and art fans to discuss issues facing the arts community in Miami, network, pass out business cards, and just have fun! This month we are hosted by River Lounge on Brickell!

Life Is Art Creative Connections 3
River Of Art Showcase
Artistic Networker and Fundraiser
Tweetup for a Cause

Sponsored by Yelp.com
August 11, 6pm-11pm
Hosted by River Lounge at Epic, 270 Biscayne Boulevard Way, Google Map
FREE
Complimentary Cocktail with RSVP
$5 Valet
A portion of the evenings’s proceeds go to support Life Is Art
Dress Code: Artistically Upscale
Networking and more

Featuring Miami Artists:   Carla Fache ~  Carson Case ~  Ross Ford ~  R. E. SANCHEZ
Fashion by:    Adriana Pitic Clothing ~  Debra Cortese Environtmental Purses ~  Cindy Jimenez Recycled Jewelry ~  Brown Betty Hair Pieces
Music by:   DJ Soozin and special guest
Live Performances by Jillian the Fire Dancer and Nestor on the drums

In addition to our Creative Connections networker, this is also a very special event called River Of Art! Instead of our regular educational presentation, we are going to be featuring several Miami artists, plus have live performances, fashion, and music.

River Lounge is graciously donating a complimentary drink to everyone on the RSVP list. They are also donating a portion of the proceeds to Life Is Art! This is much needed revenue to help us continue to promote the Miami arts community. Be sure to say thanks to the proprietor, Bobby Brandt, for all their support. We hope that you will come out and bring ALL your friends so that we can make this a regular event!

The event is completely free, though contributions are gratefully accepted. Your support helps us continue to help the arts community.

We hope that you will take advantage of this opportunity to expand your network and help advance your artistic career. Please RSVP