Archive for May, 2008
Friday Fun: Duct Tape Art
I’ve seen some duct tape art before, but these prom outfits are the best. Thanks to Pretty Lady for the reference.
Top ten reasons why you should wear duct tape to the prom
by the Duct Tape Guys, authors of The Duct Tape Book(s)
10. Cheaper than renting a tux or gown.
9. Resistant to punch spills.
8. Prom decorations [...]
Local Artist Profile: Jodi Aker
Jodi Aker is a local mixed media artist and arts teacher. A visual arts teacher at Southeast Raleigh Magnet School for six years, Jodi has her Masters of Arts of Teaching from the University of Louisville and was Nationally Board Certified in 1997.
Jodi has also been a Registered Art Therapist for fifteen years and has her Masters in [...]
Debate in the Art World (again)
This article from Philanthropy News Digest caught my eye. The issue is that in a poor economy, non-profits are all worried about a decrease in donations and gifts. With a step like Broad’s, its causing museums to really worry.
Eli Broad’s Decision to Keep Art in Foundation Stirs Debate in Art World
Eli Broad’s announcement that he will leave [...]
Finally! An ARTS Vanity Plate for NC Residents
Just wanted to let you all know about a great opportunity to show your pride in the ARTS in our state and support a good cause at the same time.
ARTS North Carolina has begun the process to create an ARTS specialty license plate. Legislation has been introduced in the legislature by Senator Tony Rand and [...]
Local Artist Profile: Chris Morgan
A truly interesting local artist is photographer Chris Morgan.
Chris began his work in the wet-plate process in 2001 after unsuccessfuly attempting to photograph local reenactments with the look and feel of the original images of the period. Shooting everything from 35mm to 4X5 at local events did not produce the images that he had prepared [...]
Looking for something more meaningful to do with your spare time?
Incorporated in March 1972, the Johnston County Arts Council has worked hard for 36 years to support the arts in Johnston County. Now the Arts Council is looking for volunteers to assist in the organization’s growth and progress. Volunteer activities include assisting with special events, filing, preparing mailings, data entry, and other office duties as [...]
BILL LESLIE: TARHEEL TALES AND TUNES Presented by the Clayton Historical Association
As a native of Morganton, NC and a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Bill Leslie, WRAL-TV5 news anchor, is a Tarheel through and through. Not only a talented story-teller, Bill is a world renown musician, praised by famed cellist Yo-Yo Ma as “one of the greats in modern Celtic Music.”
The [...]
Friday Fun: Need a new name for your band?
Think of the most ridiculous word you can think of; got something in mind? Good, head on over to the Band Name Maker, plug that in and see what comes up.
I used the word “moist” and I got:
Azure Moist
Moist Cranapple And The Grandpa
Deep-dish Moist
Drooling Moist
Moist Violin
Moist Creature
Godless Moist
Moist Deal
Moist Howdy
Pitiful Moist
Let me know what Band [...]
Local Artist Profile: Janie Prete
Janie Prete is noted for her brilliant watercolors which captivate her viewers with excitement, dazzle and drama. Prete’s work is exhibited at the Mattie King Davis Gallery in Beaufort and Handscapes Gallery in Carteret County on the coast. She has enjoyed solo shows, as well as participation in outside festival shows. Her exhibits have included [...]
If you don’t get involved, someone else will!
ARTS DAY 2008 is scheduled for May 13th and 14th. If you don’t know what ARTS DAY is, its an annual event hosted by ARTS NC, the arts advocacy group for North Carolina, to learn how to legally and strategically advocate on behalf of the arts to state legislators, as well as an opportunity to network with arts [...]
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