Revealed/Concealed: Contemporary Mask Makers

An exhibit showcasing a variety of masks that reflect contemporary culture and values while paying tribute to tradition. Participating artists include: Bianca kaye Anderson, Suzanne Benton, Brad conant, Bob Gregson, Enoc Lion LaViera, Pedro J. LaViera, and Pacer.

The picture above is of Enoc Laviera next to one of his masks. Enoc is also featured in the september issue of the ARTS! publication.

This exhibit will take place at 70 Audubon street, 2nd floor from september 15 to October 31.

Arts Council bids farewell to Betty Monz

Elizabeth Monz stepped down as the executive director of the Arts Council of Greater New Haven at the end of July. In an effort to both spend more time with family and to persue additional professional interests, Monz will begin work as a major gift officer for Choate Rosemary Hall effective September 7, 2006. Development and marketing director Barbara Feldman, who will not be a candidate for the position, will serve as acting director until the search committee fills the position in the fall.

" It has been such a pleasure to lead this organization for the past four years," Monz said. " I am honored to have had the support, input and most importantly the friendship of our staff, the dedicated board and members of this wonderful arts community."

Betty Monz joined the Arts Council of Greater New Haven in the fall of 2000 as the head of the Regional Cultural Plan. In this position, she led New haven's revitalization through the arts and incorporated the goals of the Regional Cultural Plan into the Arts Council's strategy. In September of 2002, Monz replaced current Alderwomen Frances T. "Bitsie" Clark as the Arts Council's executive director.

" The Arts Council is extremely grateful to Betty Monz for her years of dedicated leadership," said Arts Council Board President Pat Sweet. " During her tenure, Betty has applied extraodinary vision and talent to this organization and has truly embodied the Arts Council mission fo expanding the arts and enriching the region.

"We are extremely fortunate to have had two amazing executive directors, and we look forward to finding the next person to carry on the tradition."

Photo credit : Harold Shapiro

A New Song For New Haven

On July 27th, Leadership Greater New Haven, Image New Haven Team and Market New Haven launched "New Day In New Haven", original song and video at Firehouse 12. The project was created by eight recent graduates of the Leadership Center, a program of the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce. The mission is to celebrate the spirit and energy of the city as well as the culture, arts and the history New Haven has to offer. The Image New Haven Team consists of Todd Nicotra of Olympia Properties, Stephanie Barnes of Youth at Work, Jose Monteiro of the Arts Council, Sherese Ward of Bank of America, Roye Anastasio-Bourke of Casey Family Services, Carol Bajoros of the Regional Water Authority, and Bernadette Hollodak of the Yale New Haven Hospital. For more information on the Leadership program please visit http://www.newhavenindependent.org/archives/2006/06/post_231.php. You can view the video and hear the New Day In New Haven song at www.infonewhaven.com/newday.

ARTISTS' HOUSING SYMPOSIUM: The Arts Council Needs YOUR Help!

On March 5, 2007, the Arts Council will be holding a symposium on affordable artists' housing in the Greater New Haven Region. We will be inviting a dynamic variety of speakers from both the art and real estate development industries. Our hope is that both area artists and local developers will attend and engage in constructive dialogue to begin tackling this important issue.

In anticipation of the symposium, we're trying to gather as much information as possible about the current housing status and needs of area artists. We have compiled an online survey and ask that all area artists (visual, performing, and multimedia) give us five to seven minutes of your time to tell us a bit about where you live and work, how you pay for the spaces, and what amenities you'd like them to have.

You can access the survey by visiting http://www.artscouncilgnh.org/survey

Your answers will be of great use to us as we go about planning the event and making progress in developing new affordable spaces. If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to contact us at (203) 772-2788.

JULY ARTSPOT! AT THE NEW HAVEN FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY A HIT

On Thursday, July 13, more than one hundred New Haven professionals and arts supporters joined the Arts Council of Greater New Haven for ArtSpot!,our monthly happy hour "with an arts twist." Graciously hosted by the New Haven Free Public Library, our patrons enjoyed an abundance of food from such New Haven eateries as Claire's Corner Copia, Royal Palace, The Playwright, Cafe George by Paula, TK's, and Hot Tomato's. Music was provided by New Haven artist and deejay Dooley-O who spun a great set all night long. We hope you'll join the fun next month on Thursday, August 24th at Edgerton Park for a special evening with the Elm Shakespeare Company and their production of "Robin Hood."

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.

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.

ARTS RESOURCE CENTER

The Arts Resource Center (ARC) is a technical assistance umbrella for services to artists, arts organizations, arts administrators and the general public.
The ARC opened at The Arts Council of Greater New Haven in September 2005. As a component of its strategic plan, staff and administration launched a study of its artist’s services division for its capacity to serve artists and arts organizations. Many elements of the resource center already existed at the Arts Council, but needed cohesion for greater visibility and facility of usage. A segregated office space was designed specifically for public use and a focus group convened to discuss the needs of artists and organizations. This led to the generation of a year-long capacity-building workshop series.
The Arts Resource Center Supported by CT Commission on Culture and Tourism and NewAlliance Foundation

SERVICES


Walk-in services including both Mac and PC computers, scanner, color printer, slide scanner and viewer, and resource library
Programmed Services including an annual series of subsidized workshops and panel discussions
Consultative and support services including one-on-one technical assistance with Arts Council program staff
Plus member services described under membership




2005-2006 WORKSHOP SEMINAR SERIES
Multi-disciplinary panels of artists as well as staff and board members of arts organizations met regularly with Arts Council staff after the initial study to compile a ‘wish list’ of topics to be explored in workshops associated with the Arts Resource Center. Many of these topics are covered in the first year of workshops. In addition, there are facilitated workshops and discussions addressing governance, diversity and arts advocacy.

JUNE
Legal Matters

Joan Channick and Marguerite Laurent will discuss a range of legal issues facing artists today, from intellectual property to contractual relationships.
Channick teaches a course on law and the arts at the Yale School of Drama and is the managing director of Theatre Communications Group, the national service organization for the not-for-profit professional theater field. Laurent has worked for more than 10 years as an entertainment attorney within the hip hop and R&B music, recording, merchandising and independent film industries. She has also taught an “Art and Business Law” class as an adjunct professor at various colleges in New York and Connecticut.
For more information or to sign up for this workshop, please call the Arts Council at 203-772-2788.

THE RESOURCE CENTER WELCOMES NEW COMMUNITY LIAISON VOLUNTEER

The Arts Council Resource Center welcomes new community volunteer Ylonda Powell of New Haven. Ylonda has an extensive background in theater, dance and mime. She is the founder and executive Director of Jesonda, a faith based arts organization. Her responsibilities are to help people become more acquainted with the Center’s offerings and equipment. For more information on Ylonda visit her website at http://www.ylondapowell.com/.

The Arts Council Resource Center is a Technical Assistance umbrella for artists, arts administrators and arts organizations in the Greater New Haven Region.

Contact the Arts Council for more information @ 203-772-2788.

ARTSPOT!

The happy hour with the arts twist!


Coordinated by the Arts Council of Greater New Haven

and sponsored by Yale University



Goal: To introduce young professionals to the arts in
New Haven

Artspot! is a regular event for business professionals at local arts institutions marketing all Greater New Haven arts and entertainment opportunities to a select audience of young business professionals.

Representatives from Greater New Haven's arts organizations are present and circulate among the group to talk about their organizations, exciting events coming up, or New Haven's renowned arts community.

We rely on donations of local restaurants, eateries and bars for these events which are exclusively promoted via direct e-mail to select lists, individual organizations, word-of-mouth, press releases and media coverage. Always held the second Thursday of each month, from 6-8pm.

Un Common Space at Haskins Laboratories Gallery

work by Derek Dudek

The Arts Council of Greater New Haven, in collaboration with Haskins Laboratories, presents Un Common Space: 8 Photographers at the Haskins Laboratories Gallery at 300 George Street, 9th floor. The exhibition takes place from April 4 to June 30, with an artists’ reception on April 4 from 5 to 7 pm and an artists’ talk at 5 pm. The public is invited to attend. Regular gallery hours are Wednesday to Friday, 10am to 4pm.

On its surface, the exhibit curated by Matthew Garrett, consists of landscapes, still lifes, portraits and street photography, but the central concern of the show is space. Each photographer examines and defines space through the scale and content of their images, but often in unexpected ways. Featured artists include: Penny Cook, Rod Cook, Terry Dagradi, Derek Dudek, Bob Gianotti, David Gillich, Jr., Tia Martinson and Kyle Moran.
The Arts Council of Greater New Haven is a regional non-profit membership arts organization dedicated to enhancing, developing and promoting opportunities for artists, arts organizations and audiences throughout the Greater New Haven area.

Haskins Laboratories is an independent, international, multidisciplinary community of researchers conducting basic research on spoken and written language. Exchanging ideas, fostering collaborations, and forging partnerships across the sciences, it produces groundbreaking research that enhances our understanding of – and reveals ways to improve or remediate – speech perception and production, reading and reading disabilities, and human communication.

For further information about this exhibition and Haskins Laboratories Gallery, please call the Arts Council at 203-772-2788.