New Consignment Gallery

Inaugural Open Call for Artists

A new, thematic southeastern Wisconsin art and fine craft gallery opening in fall of 2009 is seeking artists. The Dooryard Gallery celebrates the beautiful and provocative details of the Midwestern landscape, both cultivated and wild. The gallery will feature art, fine craft, and garden accessories in a variety of media, including 2-D, mixed media, ceramics, glass, jewelry, photography, stonework, metalwork, wood, collage, fiber, and sculpture. Submissions of kinetic art, functional fine craft, and pieces suitable for outdoor display including smaller scale furniture are also desired.

The 1000 s.f. gallery is located in an upscale suburb of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Elm Grove is a self-contained village which is home to many fine independent retailers, restaurants, and the venerable Sunset Playhouse. The gallery resides in a centrally located retail center.

Consignment Highlights:

· 60% artist / 40% gallery
· The gallery and artwork in its care are insured
· Initial consignment term of three months

Write to submissions@dooryardgallery.com or visit www.dooryardgallery.com for a consignment application. Selected charter artists may be featured in upcoming gallery events and group shows. Submit materials to The Dooryard Gallery LLC, P.O. Box 145, Elm Grove, WI 53122.

Happy Feet Weights

As you will remember, during the afternoon session at the annual WAAC meeting, Dawn recommended (among other things) the flat, steel Happifeet weights. We knew about these and have felt the need for them for some time, and were prompted by Dawn's presentation (thanks, Dawn) to do something about it. I priced them on line, and found the price has gone up to $400.00 plus $30.00 for shipping (ref: ). Here's another supplier of cast iron weights (ref: ), but those would be even more expensive (although easier to handle).

Judy thought she could do better than that thru one or another of the local toolmakers and suppliers she's met over the years. In fact she found someone and had someone make 4 steel weights for us. Each has a handle that's part of the weight (like the Happifeet do), each is 12" X 12" X 1" in size and weighs 42 lbs. Judy had him tap 2 holes in each to which the canopy leg can be attached with ¼" X 20 bolts). The holes go all the way thru each weight. The total cost (including tax) for all 4 weights was $300.60.

I'm attached a photo I took of one of them. (I cropped out the tips of my feet, the inclusion of which would greatly increase the price.)

I asked Dick (of Dick's Superior Welding, Inc.) if he would make more if asked to do so. He said, "Yes." One catch is he left town for vacation yesterday afternoon and won't be back until June 1st. However, Judy ordered them on 05/14 or 05/15, and he had them done as of yesterday (05/20).

I think other members of WAAC might be interested in the stability such weights provide, in saving $130.00, and in supporting the local economy. If you think so, too, here is his contact info:

Dick's Superior Welding, Inc.
4298 Acker Road
Madison, WI 53704
608-244-9332

Glowacki Gallery Opens in Door County

WAAC watercolor artist Connie Glowacki has opened a gallery in Fish Creek at Top of the Hill Shops in Gallery B23. Connie asks that you please stop by and say hello!
http://www.connie-glowacki.com

Opportunities with the Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired

The Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired recognizes and supports the creative spirit of individuals who are blind and visually impaired by displaying their artwork.

Wisconsin residents who are blind or visually impaired are invited to submit their portfolios for consideration. We provide gallery space, an opening reception and limited publicity.

Visit http://www.wcblind.org/artists.htm

or call Kathi at 608.237.8111.

Kathi Koegle, Outreach & Development Manager
WI Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired
754 Williamson St.
Madison, WI 53703-3546

Art and craft teachers needed

Teachers are needed for adult art and craft classes at the Rosemary Garfoot Public Library in Cross Plains.

Contact Kris at 608-798-3881 or csplib@scls.lib.wi.us if you'd like to discuss the possibilities.

Display Space Available at Park Bank, Madison

Park Bank Capitol Square location in downtown Madison exhibits a variety of two-dimensional art in their high-profile lobby space and seeks artists who are interested in having their work displayed. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and work is rotated monthly.

Description of the space: The Park Bank lobby uses a contemporary bank format with elegant marble floors and hardwood surfaces throughout. Art will be displayed on five easels throughout the space.

To apply, send the following material: Artist’s letter of interest, bio, and resume in electronic format (.doc or .pdf). Contact information (include email and mailing address, telephone number and website). Digital images of the five works to be displayed in .jpeg file format accompanied by a slide list of the title, medium, dimensions, date, retail price and dates when the work is available.

Mail to:
Art Banks
Park Bank Lobby Art Coordinator, Pablo Sanchez
Park Bank Capital Branch
33 East Main Street
Madison, WI 53703-3095

Work will be hung on easels by the Park Bank Lobby Art Coordinator. Work must be delivered to our business address at least one week prior to the installation date. Business does not take a commission on work sold. We will keep a price list (you supply) at the information desk along with your contact information. We will only display art-work that has a retail price between $100 - $900 and be available for purchase. Work will be set out on easels for two months but will not otherwise be advertised by the bank. Park Bank will provide insurance for fire, smoke and theft. Work must be picked up within one week after the completion of exhibit. Artwork submitted may be used to promote this display program.

For more information, contact Mr. Sanchez at psanchez@parkbank.com

Artists Working in Education

Artists Working in Education (AWE) is a nonprofit organization that sponsors artists to work creatively with children in Milwaukee to enhance human potential, advance learning and cultivate community.

AWE has paid opportunities for artists and educators interested in working with the School Studio and Truck Studio programs. To find out more about these opportunities, go to http://www.awe-inc.org.