We’re seeking an artist or artist team to create a temporary, site-specific public art project for the new Jackson Street Plaza at King Street Station in Seattle’s Pioneer Square neighborhood. The application deadline is 11 p.m., Wednesday, April 27. The temporary artwork will enliven the space and offer passersby a… [ Keep reading ]
We’re seeking an undergraduate college intern to support the Public Art Conservation and Maintenance program for 10 weeks during the summer of 2011 (part-time, beginning mid-June). The student’s work will be under the direction of the art conservation technician. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable knowledge of public art and… [ Keep reading ]
Join in the dedication of Thomas C. Wales Park and Adam Kuby’s artwork Quarry Rings, 10 a.m., Saturday, April 16. Meet Kuby, enjoy the music of the John Hay Chorus, and learn about birding from the Seattle Audubon. Thomas C. Wales Park, located at 2401 Sixth Ave. N., adds 1.3… [ Keep reading ]
Animalia is a show of animals, sometimes literal and sometimes mythical, and of the imagination. The exhibition, on view at Seattle Municipal Tower Gallery April 5 through July 5, features artworks by 17 artists in a variety of media, including painting, print, tapestry, sculpture, photography, drawing and mixed media.Featured artists… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle Parks and Recreation seeks proposals for fun, innovative, curriculum-based visual and performing arts programs at five Seattle parks this summer. Individuals, groups or organizations are eligible to apply. The Summer Art in the Park program aims to increase learning opportunities for youth, build self-esteem and promote cross-cultural experiences. The… [ Keep reading ]
The city is seeking artists to bring temporary site-specific art and performances to Occidental Square this summer. Called ARTSparks, the program transforms the Pioneer Square neighborhood park into a showcase for the creative imagination. All arts disciplines are welcome, and artists and organizations are encouraged to submit up to three… [ Keep reading ]
In this Issue: Know an individual or an organization making a difference in Seattle through arts and culture? Nominate them for a 2011 Mayor’s Arts Award. On Monday, April 4, we’ll open applications for the city’s Civic Partners funding program. The city is seeking artists to bring temporary site-specific art… [ Keep reading ]
Storefronts artist John Fleming prepares his installation in a vacant storefront. Photo courtesy of Storefronts Seattle. Nine artists will develop temporary, site-specific installations for vacant storefronts in Seattle’s Pioneer Square and Chinatown/International District neighborhoods for the ongoing project Storefronts Seattle. This round will be on display through June…. [ Keep reading ]
Join us for an artist reception from 4:30 to 7 p.m., Thursday, April 7, in honor of the Sev Shoon print arts exhibition at City Hall. Seattle printmaking hot spot Sev Shoon Arts Center fills Seattle City Hall with an exhibition of more than 30 artworks by 10 Northwest artists…. [ Keep reading ]
Know an individual or organization making a difference in Seattle through the arts? Nominate them for a 2011 Mayor’s Arts Award. The nomination deadline is 5 p.m., Thursday, May 5. The online nomination form is available here . “Forty years ago during another difficult economy, city leaders founded the Seattle Arts Commission… [ Keep reading ]
