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Funding available for Seattle artists, apply by Nov. 1

The Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs is accepting applications from Seattle-based individual artists working in the visual, literary and media arts for the 2012 CityArtist Projects program. CityArtist Projects is an annual funding program that provides support to individual Seattle artists to develop and present new, in-progress or remounted… [ Keep reading ]

Message from the director: Mayor’s proposed budget maintains funding for arts and culture

This afternoon Mayor Mike McGinn sent his proposed 2012 budget to the Seattle City Council.  Despite a tough economic climate – the city is facing an $18 million shortfall out of a $910 general fund budget – the mayor’s proposal sustains funding for the Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs’… [ Keep reading ]

Free forum and workshop on developing arts participation, Oct. 3

Gain insight on developing arts participation at the free forum and workshop “Innovation: Connecting to a New Era of Arts Participation.” The forum will be 10 a.m. to noon, Monday, Oct. 3, at Nesholm Lecture Hall (SIFF Cinema) at McCaw Hall. A free workshop, “Roots of Innovation,” will follow, 1:30… [ Keep reading ]

Seeking proposals for artist space program, due Sept. 30

We’re seeking proposals from individuals, groups or organizations to launch a pilot program in Pioneer Square and the Chinatown-International District to provide relocation and placement services for artists seeking affordable studio or live/work space. The deadline for submitting a proposal is 5 p.m., Friday, Sept. 30. Proposal budgets should not… [ Keep reading ]

Seeking two artists for Seattle City Light service centers

We’re seeking two artists to create semi-permanent, site-specific installations for Seattle City Light’s North and South Service Centers, hubs for City Light’s work. Each artist will create up to two artworks that should capture the “electricity” of City Light’s activities. The call is open to artists residing in Washington, Oregon,… [ Keep reading ]

City curator to present free talk on Seattle as Collector retrospective, Sept. 14

Get an inside perspective on the retrospective exhibition on view at Seattle Art Museum (SAM) Seattle as Collector: Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs Turns 40. City Curator and Collections Manager Deborah Paine will present a talk at 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 14 at Hotel 1000 as part of SAM’s… [ Keep reading ]

Nominations sought for Latino Heritage Award, due Sept. 15

The city’s Latino City Employees Organization is accepting nominations for the Seventh Annual Latino Heritage Award. Nominations are due Sept. 15.  Go here for award criteria and the nomination and selection process. The Latino Heritage Award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the Seattle Latino community by… [ Keep reading ]

Watch the video of 2011 Mayor’s Arts Awards

Weren’t able to make the 2011 Mayor’s Arts Awards ceremony? Or want to relive the moment? Watch the video on Seattle Channel’s website. Mayor Mike McGinn honored the recipients of the Mayor`s Arts Awards at the public ceremony on the eve of the Labor Day weekend Bumbershoot festival at Seattle Center…. [ Keep reading ]

City invests in INSCAPE project, preserving artist workspace

Mayor Mike McGinn announced today the city’s investment in the INSCAPE project to revitalize the historic INS building at 815 Airport Way South. The building will be renovated to create affordable space for local artists. The INSCAPE project will create or retain more than 100 permanent jobs, provide affordable artist… [ Keep reading ]

City Arts blog profiles 2011 Mayor’s Arts Awards recipients

City Arts magazine profiled the 2011 Mayor’s Arts Awards recipients on their blog last week. Read the blog here. The award recipients are Donald Byrd, Tony-nominated choreographer; Jack Straw Productions, audio arts center; Dr. Quinton Morris, accomplished concert violinist and professor; On the Boards, one of America’s best theaters for… [ Keep reading ]