At our March meeting (held on March 4, 2009), we were fortunate to have Lorne Taillon come and speak with us. Lorne is the Leisure Arts Coordinator for the City. The three topics that were discussed at length were:
1) Arts in the Park. Focus Art artists will be able to set up shop and paint in the park on arranged dates. The goal is to boost family activities in the park during events. Having local artists painting during these events will provide a great opportunity for exposure for the artists involved. It will also provide visitors to the events with the opportunity to watch the artists at work and to see their work that could be on display. More to follow on this topic.
2) Art Fair. The possibility of an Art Fair is getting closer! It was suggested that an Art Fair could coincide with music in the park, providing a really nice background. Lorne was very receptive to the idea of an Art Fair.
3) Art Instructors needed. The city provides summer (and fall, etc.) programs for children and often needs instuctors to teach painting, etc. Lorne will contact Sandra when needed and Sandra will put the call out to Focus Art. Instructors will be paid the City's usual rate. Lorne is also interested in a Call for Papers - workshop or class ideas provided by local artists that may be brought into fruition.
It's really nice to have a City coordinator who wants to work with our group!
Thanks Lorne!
Deb
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