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TwispWorks Artist Residency Bears Fruit
The first round of a new artist residency program at TwispWorks has led to art large and small—and lasting connections between artists and the community.
The TwispWorks residency program expects to welcome two to four more artists in the spring of 2012. The program is a partnership of Artist Trust, Methow Arts and Confluence Gallery and Art Center. (Home Past & Present Large by David Joel)
Car Art and Fish: A Piece of Methow River History
February 2nd
Last Friday, January 27, Methow Arts and the Methow Salmon Recovery Foundation held a silent auction at Confluence Gallery in celebration of local rivers and public art. It is a collaborative effort to raise awareness of the importance of healthy riparian areas to salmon recovery.The event auctioned off salmon-shaped metal art sculpture created by local artists Barry Stromberger and Dan Brown. The pieces were cut from vintage cars placed as "Detroit Riprap" along the bank of the Methow River in the mid-twentieth century.
All proceeds will benefit the Community Trails and Public Art project. To learn more contact Amanda L. Jackson, Executive Director at Methow Arts Alliance at Amanda@MethowArtsAlliance.org, 509.997.4004. (Photo, Don and Sara Ashford)
Arts and Heritage Day
February 1st
The arts create positive ripple effects throughout our communities. Our job is to help celebrate the intrinsic value of the arts and illuminate its instrumental effects on engagement, education, and the economy. Governor Gregoire proclaimed February 1, 2012 Arts and Heritage Day (LINK TO PROCLAMATION). Amanda L. Jackson, Executive Director of Methow Arts Alliance and board member of Washington State Arts Alliance attended Arts and Heritage Day in Olympia to advocate for funding for the arts, artists, arts education, and cultural organizations in our communities. The following issues were emphasized throughout the day: LEGISLATORS' ISSUE BRIEF, ARTS EDUCATION VALUE.
And for fun you can watch a "Lego Star Wars Legislature" of How a Bill Becomes a Law on You Tube (thanks for sharing Washington State Arts Alliance).
Contact: Amanda@MethowArtsAlliance.org, 509.997.
Twisp Recycling Project
November 28th
The Twisp Recycling Project installed six unique public recycling bins in high traffic public spaces in the town of Twisp. The goal is to reduce waste while establishing a highly visible symbol of Twisp’s commitment to recycling and public art. The receptacles encourage pedestrians to recycle responsibly and enjoy the artistry of our community. The project was launched on November 30 in downtown Twisp. Contact: Methow Arts, 509.997.4004, info@MethowArtsAlliance.org
Winning Public Art Pieces Selected! Community Trails & Public Art Project
Four public art pieces have been selected for placement at the Twisp Ponds. Methow Arts Alliance and the Methow Salmon Recovery Foundation (MSRF) recently invited applications from local artists to submit proposals for site-specific outdoor public artwork for the Twisp Ponds Community Trails Project. Artists featured are Bruce Morrison, Steve Love, Cordelia Bradburn and Dan Brown. CLICK HERE TO SEE SLIDESHOW OF WINNING PROJECTS. Pieces will be installed this Winter through Spring 2012. Artwork will enhance fish restoration efforts on a trail system linking the community to educational efforts and public access. The project boosts economic and cultural vitality in our valley through support of local artists' work. For additional information about this project email Amanda@MethowArtsAlliance.org, 509.997.4004.