6.20.2006

ARTS COUNCIL WELCOMES YALE PRESIDENTIAL FELLOW AND SMITH INTERN

The Arts Council is excited to welcome its latest Presidential Public Service Fellow from Yale University, Scott Chaloff. Scott, a rising Yale junior, will be working at the Arts Council through August as an intern. A History and Theater Studies double major, Scott is greatly excited to work with the New Haven arts community. He is holding summer self-marketing drop-in hours for local artists whose marketing materials need some refurbishing on Tuesdays and Fridays. Call the Arts Council at (203)772-2788 to schedule an appointment.

Also joining the Arts Council staff part-time this summer is Elizabeth Wallach, a rising junior at Smith College. Liz is an Architecture and Art History major and is looking forward to being a part of the New Haven arts scene. A native of Madison, Connecticut, she'll be heading out to Scotland for all of the 2006-2007 school year.

6.19.2006

LEGAL MATTERS

On June 14th, the Arts Council was happy to host another in our series of Artists Resource Center workshops, this one focused on Legal Affairs. Attorneys Joan Channick (just recently named managing director of the Long Wharf Theater in New Haven) and Marguerite Laurent led a large crowd in an informative discussion about the legal issues of which all artists ought to be aware. The workshop provided an excellent opportunity for members of the New Haven arts community to hear from and interact with two widely-respected industry professionals.

JUNE ARTSPOT! AT THE PEABODY A BIG SUCCESS!

June's ArtSpot was located at the Peabody Museum of Natural History on June 8th. Under the mammoth dinosaur skeletons, young professionals and artists gathered to eat, drink and explore the wonders of Machu Picchu! Food was provided by Anna's, Sidebar, Funki Munki, Brian Averna Catering, and Nica's. Music came courtesy of Brass, a Yale student band. More than a hundred people enjoyed our night at the museum; we hope to see you next month at the New Haven Free Public Library on July 13!




Photos by Judy Sirota Rosenthal

"UNCOMMON SPACE" AT HASKINS LABORATORIES GALLERY

Be sure to check out our latest exhibition at the Haskins Laboratories Gallery, Uncommon Space: Eight Photographers. Curated by Matthew Garrett, the show features Connecticut artists including Penny Cook, Rod Cook, Terry Dagradi, Derek Dudek, Bob Gianotti, David Gillich Jr., Tia Martinson and Kyle Moran. The shows only runs through June 30th, so make sure you make your way over to the gallery on the ninth floor of the building at 300 George Street. The gallery is open Wednesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The photo to the left is Kyle Moran's "Batting Cages."

CUBICLES FOR ART: "L"

The Arts Council is particularly excited to announce the next featured artist in our "Cubicles for Art" program. From June 10th through July 21st, Cubicles for Art will showcase the work of "L." A victim of crime, L tells her remarkable story of survival in a series of expressive, abstract paintings. The works, filled with strong colors and thick brushstrokes, are sure to resonate with and perhaps inspire all viewers.

The exhibit, L's first public showcase, takes place at the Arts Council's 70 Audubon Street offices and Rumberos on 216 State Street. An artist's reception for "Survival" will be held at Rumberos on Wednesday, June 28th, from 5 to 8 p.m. L will speak at 6 p.m.

NEW EXHIBIT AT GALLERY 195

Be sure to head over to the Arts Council's Gallery 195 to catch our latest exhibition. Featuring paintings by Amanda Durant and photographs by Harold Shapiro, the show is a welcome addition to the city's summer visual arts offerings. Gallery 195 is on the fourth floor of the NewAlliance Bank and is maintained by the Arts Council of Greater New Haven. To the right is "Underpass 2" by Amanda Durant.

POSTCARD INTERNATIONAL


Submissions for the Small Space Gallery's latest exhibition "Postcard International" lived up to the show's title, coming from five continents. In addition to showcasing a number of Connecticut-based artists, the exhibit features the work of amateur and professional artists from across the U.S. and countries such as France, Brazil, India and Australia. The exhibit will be displayed through July 21st. Curated by professional artist and Arts Council director of artistic services and programs Debbie Hesse, the exhibit can be viewed Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., at the Small Space Gallery on the second floor of 70 Audubon Street, New Haven.

GALLERY 195: "NEW HAVEN" EXHIBITION

Throughout May and June, Gallery 195 hosted an exhibit entitled New Haven. Featuring the work of artists Frank Bruckmann and Constance LaPalombara, the show captured scenes of city life as seen through the two artists' eyes. Particularly memorable paintings depicted Yale's famous gothic High Street archway and New Haven City Hall.

Gallery 195 is located on the fourth floor of the NewAlliance Bank and is maintained by the Arts Council of Greater New Haven.

CUBICLES FOR ART: MARY LOU HORAN

As part of the recently-launched "Cubicles for Art" initiative, the Arts Council was delighted to showcase the work of Connecticut artist Mary Lou Horan in our 70 Audubon Street offices. From May 5th through May 31st, Arts Council staff and visitors enjoyed Horan's lush watercolors. Horan's work depicts a wide range of animals and nature landscapes.

2nd ANNUAL YOUNG ARTIST SHOW AT SMALL SPACE GALLERY

From May 5th through May 31st, the Arts Council's Small Space Gallery hosted the Second Annual Young Artist Show at its 70 Audubon Street home base. Submissions were received from local student artists ages 18 and under. They ranged in style from fanciful to political and showcased a wide variety of media, including painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, and collage. At the conclusion of the exhibition, each young artist received a certificate of achievement for his or her participation in the show.

The Small Space Gallery is managed by and housed at the Arts Council of Greater New Haven. It is generously sponsored by JPMorganChase.

ARTSPOT!

ArtSpot! The Happy Hour with an Arts Twist was held at the Carousel, Lighthouse Point on Thursday May 11th. From 6 to 8 pm, revelers enjoyed the 'Sip into Spring' wine-tasting benefit for Elm City Parks Conservatory. The joint event featured
  • a silent auction
  • a wine tasting provided by Odd Bins Bottle Shop
  • soft drinks, hors d'oeuvres and desserts by Funkee Munkee
  • an exhibitition of local artists curated by Amanda Wells Martin
  • music by Neighborhhood Music School

More than one hundred people joined us to enjoy the wine, music and carousel.