Howard County Arts Council Announces Holiday News

Holiday time already!?!

Now we all know that times have been a little rough lately. And we all have turkey, fixings, visiting relatives, and shopping on the brain, but fear not! The Howard County Arts Council offers many opportunities for creative fun, self-expression, and stress relief this winter season! Pick up an affordable and unique holiday gift item at our Open House & Holiday Sale , stuff your stockings with the ARTadvantage card and an HCAC Membership, or come inside and stay warm with one of our winter class offerings!

For questions or to learn more about the Arts Council, call 410-313-ARTS (2787) or visit http://www.hocoarts.org for more information.

OPEN HOUSE AND HOLIDAY SALE
December 4, 6- 8:30 p.m.

Want to give unique gifts this year? J oin us for our Annual Open House to find something special and support local ar tists at the same time!

Hand-made creations by over 50 local artists line the halls at this popular annual event. Items for sale include watercolor, sculpture, jewelry, fabric arts, glass work, purses, prints and much more. Enjoy food and refreshments in a festive atmosphere and find original fine art and crafts for holiday gift giving. Resident artists and art organizations will open their studios to the public from 6p.m.-8:30p.m. It's festive, fun and free!

(Photo: Shoppers browse the 2007 Holiday Sale)
THE FABULOUS 50+ PLAYERS PERFORM HOLIDAY SERIES
December 10 - The Bain Center
December 16 - Elkridge Senior Center

The Fabulous 50+ Players will be performing an Outreach program based on their show Radio Daze . Radio Daze is a nostalgic tribute to the ‘Golden Days of Radio' and its music and memories. It is based on Those Red Hot Days of Radio , book by Gene Leitner and oral history memories by members of the Fabulous 50+ Players.
Please call 410-313-2787 for more information.

(Photo: Members of the Fabulous 50+ Players performing Radio Daze )
MARK YOUR CALENDAR FOR THE 13 TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF THE ARTS IN HOWARD COUNTY

April 24, 2010 6-10 p.m., JRT, Columbia

Be a pART of ART! Support the arts and help u s launch Howard County 's next Rising Star at the Celebration of th e Arts gala. The event is our main fund and friend-raising event featuring a silent auction with artwork from local artists, the Rising Star competiti on, the presentation of the Howie Awards, and the return of Dick Story, CEO of the Howard County Economic Development Authority, as the emcee of the Main Stage event. Also, we are pleased to announce that Richard B. Talkin, prominent local lawyer and avid art collector , will serve as Honorary Chair of the 13th annual Celebration of the Arts in Howard County . Last year, Talkin was also in the spotlight on the Celebration stage where he accepted the Arts Council's Howie Award for Outstanding B usiness Supporter of the Arts. The Celebration , presented by the Arts Council, will be held on Saturday, April 24, 2010 from 6:00p.m. - 10:00p.m. at The Jim Rouse Theatre for the Performing Arts in Columbia . Be sure to save the date for one of Howard County 's signature events!

Tickets go on-sale January 15, 2010 , For more information call (410 ) 313-2787 or email info@hocoarts.org .

(Photo: 2009 Honorary Chair and 2008 Howie Award Winner, Richard B. Talkin)
HOWIE NOMINATION FORMS AVAILABLE
N ominations due: December 1

Do you know someone who embodies the spirit of the arts in Howard County ? The Arts Council is seeking nominations for individuals and businesses that have made sign ificant contributions to the arts in the county. If you know someone who is an Outstanding Artist, Outstanding Arts Educator or an Outstanding Business or Community Supporter of the Arts, please submit a nomination form to the Arts Council by December 1, 2009 . The Howie Awards will be presented at the Celebration of the Arts gala, April 24, 2010 . Howie Nomination forms are available online by clicking here . Don't miss this chance to recognize your favorite Howard County arts leader!

MAKE YOUR DREAM COME TRUE...BECOME THE NEXT RISING STAR!

Applications due: December 1

Time is running out to submit your application for the Rising Star Award , in which performers compete for a professional development award, recognition, and the chance to perform at the Celebration of the Arts gala. Performing artists of all disciplines, ages 18-35, are encouraged to apply. Applications for the 2010 competition are available online by clicking here . Don't miss this exciting opportunity to further your star ambitions!

(Photo: 2009 Rising Star Winner, DeWanda Wise, accepts her award)
Art HoCo 2009 & Weaver's Guild of Greater Baltimore
Closing December 11!

Don't miss your last chance to see these great shows ! Art HoCo 2009 was juried by Amanda Burnham, Assistant Professor and Area Coordinator of Foundations at Towson University . The exhibit features outstanding work by aritsts who live, work, or study in Howard County .

This year's Juror's Awards for Art HoCo 2009 went to:

Best in Show:
Carrie Hill, "Cracks in the Foundation"

Honorable Mentions:
Patrick Dillon for "American Circus"
Bruce Blum for "View from the Aquarium Bridge "
Doreen Starling for "My Family"

Time and Shuttles Fly: 60 Years, Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimore ,
i n Gallery II, features works celebrating the Weavers Guild of Greater Baltimor e's 60 th Anniversary and, in addition to member work selected by a judge, they are exhibiting their "60 Scarves for 60 Years" collection, which has an accompanying book of weave patterns coming out soon.

Gallery hours : Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun. 12-4 p.m. For more information on the exhibits and the reception, click here .

(Photos: "Cracks in the Foundation" by Carrie Hill & Gallery view of Time Shuttles Fly... )
CALL FOR ARTISTS - INTERFERENCE
Deadline January 4, 2010

We are currently accepting slides and CD submissions from visual artists for consideration for a 2011 group exhibit examining environmental interference and related issues. All original artwork in any media within the exhibit theme will be considered for review. Work previously shown at the Howard County Arts Council will not be accepted, nor will work previously submitted to the gallery program in the past year. All work must fit through a doorway measuring 54" x 80" and fit appropriately in the HCAC gallery.

Entry
Artists should download a general exhibit application here or call (410)313-2787 to have one mailed. Return to Attention: Interference.

2010 ARTS SCHOLARSHIP NOW AV AILABLE!
Applications due: January 11

College-bound in the Fall? Now is the time to complete the Arts Council's 2010 Arts Scholarship Application. This year, a minimu m of $10,000 in scholarships will be awarded to students entering college in the 2010-2011 academic year. Scholarships must be used for enrollment in an accredited college program for a degree in the arts.

How To Apply:

Applications are available on the Grants area of our website or by clicking here . Applicants must be legal residents of Howard County . Applications must be postmarked or hand-delivered by January 11, 2010 . Contact the Arts Council at 410.313.2787 or email info@hocoarts.org for more information.

FOR ART'S SAKE: VISUAL ARTISTS NEEDED

Submissions due: January 22

Are you a Howard County artist looking to gain exposure and help sup port the arts? We are seeking visual artists and artisans working in all styles a nd mediums to participate in the Silent Auction Benefit Art Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the Arts Council's annual fundraising gala, the Celebration of the Arts . All Howard County 2-D, 3-D, and fine craft artists, 18 years or older, are invited to submit for jurying . More information and applications can be found online by clicking here . Deadline for submissions is January 22 by 5PM.

ATTENTION STUDENTS OF ALL AGES -- WINTER CLASS REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE!

Programs begin January 24, 2010
Registration is now open for Winter Classes! Classes are being offered for both children and adults in drawing, oil and Sumi painting, acting, singing and sculpture. Winter is the ideal time to stay indoors, take a class and be a pArt of ART!

To register online, check out our Classes and Camps area of our website.

GET RID OF THOSE WINTER BLUES, JOIN US FOR THE HOWARD COUNTY TOURISM PARTNER MIXER AND RECEPTION FOR TWO NEW EXHIBITS

Reception: January 29, 2010, 6-8 p.m., HCAC

Mix and mingle with colleagues and meet local artists in a fun relaxed atmosphere. The Arts Council is hosting a special reception fo r Tourism Partners to celebrate Tourism and the arts. Guests will be asked to select a People's Choice Award by voting on their favorite work from the exhibits and participate in a drawing for two tickets to the Celebration of the Arts gala held in April. The evening's festivities will include live entertainment and a wine and cheese reception.

Gallery I: The Third Perspective: Korean-American Artists' Daring Gazes
Artists from the Han-mee Artist Association of Greater Washington D.C. exploring the unique perspective of Korean Americans in the United States . The exhibit is curated by Ock-Kyung Lee, Professor Emeritus of Towson University and Harriet McNamee, Former Curator of Education, National Museum of Women in the Arts.

Gallery II: Howard County Portrait Society: Face to Face
Juried show of work by the artists in the Howard County Portrait Society who attend Portrait Sessions at the Howard County Arts Council. The Guest Juror for this exhibit is artist, Duane Lutsko.

For more information on the exhibit, click here , both shows will run from January 15- February 26, 2010.

GIVE THE GIFT OF ART THIS HOLIDAY SEASON!

Arts Council Memberships are the gifts that keep on giving! Memberships start at only $30 for individuals, ($25 for seniors) and $50 for a family membership. With your membership you will also be enrolled in the ARTadvantage program and receive discounts when purchasing goods and services from participating arts-related businesses. Give your family and friends a gift that they can use and enjoy all year round, and support your favorite Howard County non-profit organization, too!
Members can access current ARTadvantage offers online here . For membership questions and renewals or to become an ARTadvantage Vendor, call 410-313-ARTS (2787) or email info@hocoarts.org .

SUMMER ARTS CAMP 2010
June 21- July 2 Session I
July 6- 9 July 4-Day Intensive
July 12-16 July Mini Session
July 19- 30 Session II
August 2- 13 Session III
August 16 - 20 August Intensive

Registration for HCAC's Summer Arts Camp will begin in January 2010. Be the first to reserve a spot for your child! HCAC offers a wide range of artistic camp opportunities this summer in both visual and performing arts. Camps are open to students in (rising K-7 grade). Full day or half-day sessions, and before and after-care are available. Visit the Classes and Camps page on our website in January for complete camp details!

HCAC HOLIDAY CLOSINGS

November 26 - 27, 2009
December 24, 2009 - January 1, 2010

Thank You!

Howard County Arts Council receives major support from Howard County Government, Maryland State Arts Council, The Columbia Bank, The Columbia Foundation, The Isadore and Bertha Gudelsky Foundation, Bach and Bob Jeffrey, M&T Bank, and The Rouse Company Foundation.

 

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