THESE ACTIVITIES ARE MADE POSSIBLE IN PART FROM FUNDS APPROPRIATED BY THE MINNESOTA STATE LEGISLATURE,
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE
MINNESOTA STATE ARTS BOARD
AND ALSO BY THE MCKNIGHT FOUNDATION.
East Central Arts Council's Details
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a Minnesota Regional Arts Council
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East Central Regional Development Commission Mora, Minnesota US Program Director/Senior Planner East Central Arts Council
a program since 1979
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About me: The mission of the East Central Arts Council is to improve the quantity and quality of arts experiences in Region 7E by facilitating the production, presentation, and dissemination of art development for arts organizations and by promoting the growth of individual artists.
The East Central Arts Council (ECAC) accomplishes its mission through grant programming and special initiatives for artists and arts organizations.****************
The current activities of the Arts Council include the following: grant programs for organizations such as Arts Projects Assistance, Small Grants, and Art In Our Schools; Artist Programs such as the McKnight/ECAC Individual Artists Grants and Fellowship Programs and the K-12 Scholarships , and IMAGE – the annual Regional Art Show; other assistance is also provided and includes an arts
e-newsletter,www.mnartists.org assistance, various grant workshops, technical assistance, and resource information.
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If you are seeking grant funding you need to know that Region 7E: is the counties of Chisago, Isanti, Kanabec, Mille Lacs, and Pine in East Central Minnesota. We only provide grants in these counties.****************
ECAC Grantmaking --
Our mission, vision and values are at the heart of the programs we fund. Our grantee partners are at the forefront of our work to enhance the arts
environment in Region 7E. It is their daily work and commitment that expands arts opportunities,
increases the quality of life, and enhances the
community/economic development in the region!****************
IMAGE Art Show --
In November of 2009 the East Central Arts Council sponsored the 23rd annual IMAGE Art Show. The show was hosted by the Pine Center for the Arts in Pine City. Over 180 artists of all ages entered the show. Each year the IMAGE Art Show honors some of the finest art and artists in the region. ECAC provides a grant to an art organization (or arts interested organization) to host the show - the grant deadline is June 1.
IMAGE Art Show 2009 photos are here!
Photo credit Vicki Foss.
Who I'd like to meet: Grant Applicants. To get these grant applications go to http://www.region7erdc.org/page9.html *****************
... ECAC grant opportunities for artists ****************
ECAC ARTIST GRANTS & ECAC FELLOWSHIPS--
Individual Artist grants are for artists in the region wanting to expand their artistry. The Fellowship Program is designed to recognize, reward, and encourage outstanding professional artists. ****************
ECAC ART SCHOLARSHIPS for K-12 Students--
The ECAC found that the region is flourishing with young, talented, and energetic artists deserving recognition. As a result, the ECAC, with funding through the McKnight Foundation, decided to offer these young artists a scholarship opportunity to assist their promising futures as artists. The kids experience a wide range of art activities with ECAC assistance including jazz camp, show choir camp, dance camp, theatre festivals, and visual art residencies. Note - these are NOT scholarships for college students. ****************
IMAGE Art Show--
In November of 2006 the East Central Arts Council hosted the 20th annual IMAGE Art Show at the East Central Regional Development Commission (ECRDC) in Mora, MN. Over 100 artists entered the show. Each year the IMAGE Art Show and the cash awards honor some of the finest art and artists in the region. Generally ECAC provides a grant to an art organization to host the show. To get on the mailing list for the IMAGE Art Show as an artist or if your organization wants to host IMAGE e-mail ecac@ecrdc.org with your request. ****************
www.mnartists.org --
The McKnight Foundation developed mnartists.org as a result of its 1999 "Cost of Culture" survey of Minnesota artists, the results of which revealed the economic survival struggles of individual artists. The McKnight Foundation partnered with the Walker Art Center's New Media Initiatives group to develop mnartists.org, an .. database of Minnesota artists from all disciplines. Each artist is provided with their own webpage of images and information. Also mnartists.org present s news and features about the local arts scene from a variety of sources. It is becoming a marketplace and community hub. The East Central Arts Council assists regional artists in accessing this opportunity by providing technical assistance, scanning artwork, and uploading images onto the website. ****************
Funding for these artist programs is provided by
The McKnight Foundation. ************************************************
... ECAC opportunties for organizations ****************
ART IN OUR SCHOOLS GRANTS--
Schools may apply to the East Central Arts Council for art projects funding. The funds can support artist residencies, arts related field trips, or any arts focused project. Thousands of children benefit from this funding. ****************
SMALL GRANTS--
ECAC Small grants provide funds for arts and cultural projects and are awarded on a matching funds basis. Small Grants of up to $500 are considered. Types of projects funded are: a modern dance troupe, the Children’s Theatre tour, Shakespeare Live, poetry readings, a concert series in the park, and ethnic music programs. ****************
ART ORGANIZATION PROJECT GRANTS--
This grant program awards funding for local or regional arts projects sponsored/coordinated by organizations such as non-profits or local units of government. Funds are available for a variety of arts projects that develop or enhance local arts organizations, artists, or art audiences. A wide variety of arts events have been financially assisted such as: sponsoring the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra and the Continental Ballet; Lindstrom’s Harmony in the Parks; Braham Pie Day; a dance residency in Sandstone; the St. Croix Valley Orchestra; mural projects; Blacklock Nature Sanctuary Region 7E Artist Retreats, and community theatre. ****************
Art In Our Schools, Small & Organization Grants are made possible with funds appropriated by the Minnesota State Legislature. ****************
Art Whino’s newest exhibition, BAM BAM DILLA: TRAVELING RIDDIMS will feature multi-media portraits on Vintage Samsonite Luggage by Rhode Island artist Ben Floeter. The work includes several portraits inspired by the 1970’s Reggae movement from Jamaica, and exhibits Be sure to join us for the preview event and the opening reception!
Friday November 21 7-11pm Preview Event at the Adidas store in Georgetown Location: 1251 Wisconsin Ave NW Washington, DC 20007
Saturday, November 22, from 6pm - Midnight
OPENING RECEPTION BAM BAM DILLA: TRAVELING RIDDIMS The solo show of Ben Floeter
The event is FREE and open to the public.
With special performance by JEREMY SOLE: Elements of Afrobeat, Cumbia, Highlife, Jaz, Dub, and experimental beats.
The gallery walls will be transformed as a 15 artists come out from all over the world for a huge install collaboration. Thirty artists will be showcased. Each artist will showcase 20 pieces created on found objects that will be integrated into and inspire the overall installation, bringing the gallery back into the realm of street art. These found object works will retail for $20 - $40, keeping the art accessible and true to its roots.
Music by DJ Face and Special Performance by VODKA AND DONUTS
Sunday. November 23rd, from Noon – 6pm
At Art Whino gallery Stencil Nation book signing by Russell Howze.
Presentation by Russell Howze on the Art of Stencil 2 - 3pm
Panel discussion from 3 – 4pm focused on the popularity and growth of stencil art and it’s transition into fine art galleries.
Art Whino joins forces with Tagür Footwear to present Inked Souls, an exhibition featuring customized sneakers and fine art by 35 local, national and international leaders in the Pop Surrealism/Urban Contemporary art movement. Each featured artist will customize one pair of AKA Blank Tagür sneakers along with one painting on canvas.
Black Cats Resident DJ Lil'e will be spinning the night away.
Hi Mary, I am just getting caught up with my space. I just got back earlier this week from Boston. Mom, Stan, Isabel and I were out there for 4 days, fun and fast trip. Yes maybe next week and if that doesn't work the week after. Let me know! Miss ya
Mark your Calendar! Jan 18th is the solo show for J. Coleman. DJ Mikel Panda will be spinning from 6-9pm and a Live Band Perfomace by Object and Live Painting performance by J. Coleman begins at 9pm. 20 New artistist added to the Art Whino Collabortive as well!
Mary, thanks, I was wondering if my approval worked. You did an awesome job as usual with setting up your page, another great way for artists to connect to you. Thanks, also for the photo compliment, Portland is a wonderful city. I highly recommend it~Keep in touch!
HELLO! ECAC! i just thought i would drop by and say that you guys rock! and thanks for bringing great artwork to the east central minnesoat area!!!! thanks again!
