A talk about how to get your art displayed in the public library system put on the the ArtCenter Gallery.

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The Public Library for Artists: A Primer
Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010 at 6pm in the ArtCenter Gallery 800 Lincoln Road

“The public library is where place and possibility meet.” – Stuart Dybek

Public libraries were Miami’s original alternative exhibition spaces. Since the 1960s, local, national and international artists and curators have worked with the Miami-Dade Public Library System. As well-used civic and community spaces, libraries can challenge artists to experiment and think about their work in new and different ways. The Miami-Dade Public Library System offers artists not only exhibition opportunities, but free access to many other resources:
arts, image, and grant databases
the Vasari Project, an archive for research and documentation of visual art in Miami
books, magazines, DVDs, and downloadable video, film and music
information about legal and business resources of interest to artists
As Library Curator, Denise Delgado oversees the Art Services and Exhibitions Department at MDPLS, manages an exhibition program for the 47-branch system, develops public programs, acquires new work for the Library’s permanent art collection, and oversees its care and management. At this informal presentation, we’ll talk about the opportunities and resources available to artists through MDPLS, its yearly Call for Proposals, and more.
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This looks like a very good seminar offered by the Arts & Business Council of Miami.

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The Arts & Business Council of Miami & National Arts Marketing Project
Your Marketing Plan: Maximizing Revenue Opportunities
Learn how to create a focused marketing plan that you can customize to your individual needs featuring simple and effective strategies for extending your marketing reach. Gain knowledge on how to build a strategic marketing plan that incorporates innovative revenue opportunities and explores the intergration of general admissions, group sales, and memberships. All participants will receive the 2010 Media List for the Arts customized for NAMP.

Facilitator: Pati Vargas, Pati Vargas Entertainment
Speakers: Linda Brown, Broward County Fair
Natalie Brown, Kristi House
Andrew Goldberg, Adrienne Arsht Center
Marie Hernandez, Miami Design Preservation League
Cheryl Jacobs, Zyscovich Architects
Lorenzo Lebrija, Seraphic Fire
Stephanie Norman, City Theatre
Michael Peyton, WLRN
Monica Pugh, Lating Business Club of America

February 16, 2010, 9:00am-Noon
Tickets: $25 – Scholarships Available.
Call for details. 305-326-1011
Adrienne Arsht Center-Peacock Education Hall
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami
More information and registration form here.

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This came to us from our good friends at LegalArt. This is a great opportunity to network and learn about ways you can get your work displayed in the public libraries. Recommended.

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Art and Ideas: Exhibiting at the Public Library

Public libraries were Miami’s original alternative exhibition spaces. Since the 1960s, local, national and international artists and curators have worked with the Miami-Dade Public Library System. Public libraries are well-used civic and community spaces. As the context for art and exhibitions, libraries can challenge artists to experiment and think about their work in new and different ways.

The Miami-Dade Public Library System accepts proposals for exhibitions, performance art and site-specific installations in all media. Its exhibition program includes contemporary art, material culture, folk art and art education (for example, exhibitions of student work organized by teachers or other educators), as well as exhibitions in the humanities about literary, historical, cultural, and interdisciplinary topics.

As Library Curator, Denise Delgado oversees the Art Services and Exhibitions Department at MDPLS, manages an exhibition program for the 48-branch system, develops public programs, acquires new work for the Library’s permanent art collection, and oversees its care and management. At this SeminArt, we’ll talk about the opportunities and resources available to artists through MDPLS, the upcoming Call for Proposals (deadline: March 10), the exhibition process, and more.

Denise will be available for specific questions at the end of the program. Stick around to meet other artists and community leaders—LegalArt SeminArts are great networking opportunities!

Wednesday
January 27, 2010
7:00-8:30 pm
Miami Beach Regional Public Library
227 22nd Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Register now: provide the names of those attending tolegalartprograms@gmail.com
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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.

This in from our friends up at Gallery 101. Facebook can be a reasonable promotion tool for artists, IF used correctly. If you are looking for more ways to get your work in front of people, or if you have had lackluster results from Facebook promotion, you may want to check this out.

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Facebook Marketing Seminar
by Robin White & Tom Furman

Robin and Tom will bring some techniques for artists on how to promote their artwork with facebook, a powerful social networking medium.

Date: Saturday, January 9, 2010
Time: 1pm – 3pm
Cost: Free
Bring your laptops and your questions and let’s have some fun.

GALLERY 101 I 3042 N. Federal Highway I Fort Lauderdale, FL 33306
(954) 882-1861
HOURS: Tuesday – Friday 12 Noon – 7pm
Saturday & Sunday 12 Noon – 6pm
www.thegallery101.net

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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

Very interesting lecture from the Frost Art Museum.

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Friday
Oct. 23, 2009
7 p.m.
Steven & Dorothea Green Critics’ Lecture Series
Dr. Robert Thurman
“Why the Dalai Lama Matters”
at The Wertheim Performing Arts Center
Robert Thurman is Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies in the Department of Religion at Columbia University, President of Tibet House US, a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Tibetan civilization, and President of the American Institute of Buddhist Studies. The New York Times recently hailed him as “the leading American expert on Tibetan Buddhism.” The first American to have been ordained a Tibetan Buddhist monk and a personal friend of the Dalai Lama for over 40 years, Professor Thurman is a passionate advocate and spokesperson for the truth regarding the current Tibet-China situation and the human rights violations suffered by the Tibetan people under Chinese rule. His commitment to finding a peaceful, win-win solution for Tibet and China inspired him to write his latest book, Why the Dalai Lama Matters: His Act of Truth as the Solution for China, Tibet and the World, published in June of 2008.

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This in from Harriette Yahr. Good stuff if you are interested in Filmmaking. Very limited space, so get in soon, if you want to.

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SO YOU WANT TO MAKE A MOVIE?

One-Day Filmmaking (Producing/Directing) Workshop led by Harriette Yahr (Miami Film Workshops) at Miami Light Project — Saturday, October 31st.

Everything you need to know in order to make a movie!

“So You Want to Make a Movie?” touches on all aspects of the filmmaking process, including pre-production, production, post-production and even sales and distribution. I want you to be comfortable with knowing how the whole process of making a film works.

It is a jam-packed day. Course will also include lectures by industry professionals and include optional field trips – details below. Appropriate for short and feature fiction filmmakers – or anyone interested in learning. Documentary makers will benefit from the course too.

Class size very limited: 16 maximum. Pre-registration required. RSVP to: info@miamifilmworkshops.com or 310-712-1293.

Topics covered include:

• Proper “Shooting Script” format & Making Sure You Have a Strong Film Story
• An overview of “Script Breakdown” and Budgeting/Scheduling
• Legal: Permits, Insurance, Releases
• Creating Storyboards, Shot Lists, determining “Coverage”.
• Understanding shot choices (Master Shots, CU/MS, “Over the Shoulder” and more) and the language of Cinematography
• Working with your Art Director, Assistant Director, Wardrobe Stylists, Script Supervisor, and Editor
• Understanding how a set runs: crew positions, responsibilities on set, set protocol
• We will view an award-winning short film to understand EXACTLY how the process from script to screen to distribution, sales, film festivals, broadcast and DVD works.
• You will see a sample licensing contract.
• You will also have hands-on exercises and understand the basics about equipment you will need for your shoots: grip, lighting, etc.

Guests currently scheduled* are:
Adam Rogers – Producer and Assistant Director
Jeff Peel – Director of the Miami-Dade Office of Film and Entertainment
John Leeward (Leeward Camera Systems) who will be bringing some of his grip and camera support equipment by.
Osvaldo Silvera – Director of Photography and Steadicam Operator (SOC) – You will get a chance to determine your coverage, rehearse, block, and direct a short scene.
* Guests may change and more may be added.

Also included are optional Field-Trips during the following week to Cineworks (Feature Film Lab and Digital Post-Production), Great Southern Studios, and Anytime Rentals. With these field trips, you will see how post-production works first-hand and check out more grip and lighting gear you may need for your own productions. At Great Southern, you will see the workings of a sound stage.

Please see website http://www.miamifilmworkshops.com for complete info, including Harriette Yahr’s (MFA) bio, ongoing screenwriting class schedule, and many testimonials.

WORKSHOP: SO YOU WANT TO MAKE A MOVIE?

DATE: Saturday, October 31st TIME: 10-4:00 (We break for lunch) Optional Field Trip Dates (TBA) during Following Week.

TUITION: $ 150.00 plus $10.00 Materials Fee

LOCATION: The Light Box at The Miami Light Project, 3000 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL

RSVP directly to Miami Film Workshops (NOT Miami Light Project). Info@miamifilmworkshops.com. 310-712-1293. Pre-Registration required.

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