http://stream.apps.io/listings/2537144/show 2012-02-04T02:27:34-08:00 2012-02-01T22:58:56Z2012-01-27T23:21:13Z
Need another interesting way to go green?

Join Lou’s Upcycles, hosted by the Wandering Peacock in Easthampton, and learn how to create fabric out of post consumer plastic packaging! Adults, tweens and teens, or children supervised by adults (4th grade and up) enjoy learning how to make a durable fabric out of plastic bags and wrappers in this fun and educational workshop.

Workshop is limited to 12 participants, save your spot!

Learn about plastic waste, how it's acquired, where it goes, and how to reduce your family's amount of it. Then, using the plastic fusing process, create your own accessory out of un-recyclable packaging.

All supplies are provided with the workshop, you may choose to save some of your favorite plastic bags to bring in and work with. After our plastic fabric is created, you may glue, sew, draw, and cut to create a take home project that is like no other. Samples of work will be provided for project ideas and printed information on recycling programs for our community will be handed out at the end of the session.

Looking forward to working with you creating environmental awareness while having fun!

Light snacks and drinks will be provided. You are welcome to pack a lunch.

Anyone who is able to sew is encouraged to bring their sewing machine along with their ideas.

Workshop fee is $35 and includes all materials, information, and take home project. If participant is a child, only one admission is required for child and parent supervisor. Please reserve your spot by submitting your workshop fee in the following ways:

1. Send PayPal payment using the address: lousupcycles@gmail.com
or:
2. Submitting payment via mail to:
(Please alert me that it is on the way so that I can reserve your place)
Lou Leelyn
Lou's Upcycles
345 Farley Road
Wendell, MA 01379

Registration is ongoing until 12 spots are filled.

See you then!

Link to event:
https://www.facebook.com/events/210998988992878/]]>2012-01-25T15:44:09Z
Artists will receive a $200 stipend.

For more details contact: info@northamptondowntown.com; 413.582.0723]]>2012-01-10T17:05:38Z
Amanda Hill
abhill725@gmail.com
]]>2011-12-15T12:26:58Z2011-11-22T18:35:07Z2011-11-09T18:55:19Z
Artists are welcome to submit up to three works for inclusion in the “Triple S: Sensual>Sexual>Smut” exhibit at Nina’s Nook in Turners Falls during the month of February 2012.
Painting, Photography, Fiber, mixed media ( not to exceed 20 by 20 inches) and tabletop sized Sculpture welcome, as well as small functional/craft items that are erotic in nature (excluding clothing or food items).

Mail jpeg images on disc to Nina’s Nook 125A Avenue A Turners Falls MA 01376
Or email images to naban@verizon.net with Triple S in subject line. Please mail/email contact information, brief artists statement relating to the submissions, dimensions and prices of work submitted for jurying, and a $10 check to Nina’s by December 23rd.

A limited number of works will be selected due to size constraints of the art space. Smaller work more likely to be chosen.

For further information please contact Nina Rossi 413.834.8800 , naban@verizon.net
To find out about Nina’s Nook, www.ninasnook.com or find Nina’s Nook on Facebook.
]]>2011-11-03T23:57:06ZTABER ART GALLERY
presents
OCCUPY
an impromptu peoples art show
Nov 15 - Dec. 8 2011
Reception Thursday Nov 17, 5:30 - 7:30
Voice your opinion through your art. Be it pro or con,
express your thoughts on the 99%
Occupy Wall Street movement


Entries are open to all media and all artists.
It is our intention to show all submitted art works
Acceptance of work will be based primarily on available space considerations and the discretion of the gallery director.

Drop off: Nov. 8 & 9 from 10am - 8pm ONLY
Deliver directly to the Taber Art Gallery
(Centrally located on campus in the Donahue Building through the Campus Library Lobby)
Holyoke Community College , 303 Homestead Ave., Holyoke, MA 01040

Pick up work on: Dec. 12 - 14, 10am - 6pm
For more information contact: Amy Johnquest Email: ajohnquest@hcc.edu PH: (413)552-2614

Work can be priced for sale with a % given to support the gallery at the artist’s discression. Though the utmost care will be taken, the Taber Gallery is not responsible for lost stolen or damaged work. Unless advance arrangements have been made, anything left after 6pm Dec. 14 2011 will become the property of the Taber Gallery. ]]>2011-11-03T20:28:08Z
Let me know if you're interested in helping out.]]>2011-10-24T18:24:04ZFebruary 13, 2012. Selected designs will be selected anonymously by a jury. Chosen artists will receive a commission(see prospectus), be supplied with a bear sculpture, and have approximately three months to prepare their bear for display. Following the auction in September, artists will receive a percentage of the Bear costs. All artists’ and sponsors’ names will be highly visible and displayed with the bear sculptures as well as listed in an accompanying map and listed on the Easthampton Bear Fest website, click to visit. Or download a package now!

To find out more information, please download an artist prospectus. We look forward to receiving your designs.]]>2011-10-22T18:40:10ZStudents are guided through a series of painting exercises designed to build their perception of tonal values, color temperature, and aerial perspective, the essential ingredients of strong realistic painting since the Renaissance. Information on color mixing, organizing the palette, the care, maintenance, and function of the various brushes and materials used. Lively on-going discussions of current and historical movements in painting, a library, visual resources, and still life materials all provide a stimulating environment where the artist’s individual expression is encouraged. Participants benefit greatly from each other’s explorations and achievements in a supportive setting. Class sizes are limited to ensure quality individualized instruction.
All levels are welcome.
$350 www.BarbaraJohnsonWorkshops.com
]]>2011-10-22T16:19:51ZFor centuries artists have enjoyed exploring the human figure in a variety of settings. Through the study of the pictorial elements of scale, lighting, color and compositional devices, artists will create their view of the mood and character of the model from a chosen long pose. Participants will learn how to develop working drawings, have guidance on anatomy and painting and drawing methods, and discuss the innovations occurring in figure painting throughout history and in contemporary artists work.
Participants will develop paintings or drawings.
All levels are welcome.
$390 www.BarbaraJohnsonWorkshops.com]]>2011-10-22T16:10:07ZFor centuries artists have enjoyed exploring the human figure in a variety of settings. Through the study of the pictorial elements of scale, lighting, color and compositional devices, artists will create their view of the mood and character of the model from a chosen long pose. Participants will learn how to develop working drawings, have guidance on anatomy and painting and drawing methods, and discuss the innovations in figure painting throughout history and in contemporary artists work.
Participants will develop paintings or drawings.
All levels are welcome.
$390 www.BarbaraJohnsonWorkshops.com]]>2011-10-22T16:06:35Z2d and 3d format works will be accepted. Sculptural works may need to provide their own pedestals. 2d Artists will be given approximately 4' x 6' of wall space. Work should be wired and/ or framed, and ready to hang.I am asking artists to submit their work, so I can pick out the ten, and make sure that the art will hang well together. Selected artists will be required to submit a $40 fee to participate in the show. This fee will cover the rental of the space,
the making of postcards to promote the event, and the opening night reception. There will be no commissions taken from the sale of artwork. If interested, please email three samples of work or a website link. Please submit all work by October 19th. Thanks!]]>2011-10-14T16:01:06Z
Northampton Center for the Arts
Tue-Fri 11-4
17 New South Street
Northampton, MA

Opening reception on Friday, October 14, 5-7 pm.

A collection of abstracted landscape paintings by Northampton artist Kate Childs. Childs works with oils on canvas. "In every landscape painting there is an expression of feeling," she says. "I do not work from photographs directly. Rather, I use them to remember. I work in any layers, coming back to a painting many times to add layers of paint until I can feel the emotional quality visually. My goal is to project to the viewer a sense of stillness, a meditative presence."]]>2011-10-07T19:13:58ZLocation
Hope and Feathers Gallery Amherst
319 Main Street
Amherst, MA
This show investigates dwellings. In both landscapes and interiors, where do we find beauty?]]>2011-10-04T21:42:33Z2011-10-04T18:43:59ZHosted by Celia's Voice Studio & Claire Yarrington of California Theater Arts

FRI OCT 21 & SAT OCT 22
Unitarian Universalist Society of Amherst
121 N. Pleasant St, Amherst

Workshop I: SATURDAY OCTOBER 22 10 A.M.-1 PM

NAIL YOUR AUDITION OR PERFORMANCE
Are you auditioning for school, theater, a band, TV or film? Receive personal performance coaching in a hands-on workshop from a California based pro. Present material you use for audition or performance and receive invaluable suggestions for improvement. Gain increased understanding of the selection process, including type and material. Receive suggestions of composers or music to round out your book, as well as suggestions for stronger objectives and emotional scripts. Learn to deliver a song's message more effectively - either by improving acting skills or addressing performance anxiety. Singers will perform twice, once before feedback, again after incorporating suggestions. Piano accompanist provided.

Workshop II SATURDAY OCT. 22 1:30-4:30 PM

Work the Mix & Unlock your Voice

What do Stevie Wonder, Michael Jackson, Kelly Clarkson, Adam Lambert, Jordan Sparks, Linkin Park, Amy Lee and over 125 Grammy winners have in common? Not to mention Oscar-winning actors, Broadway stars, and four Metropolitan Opera winners. They all use the vocal method Speech Level Singing™ (SLS).The Speech Level Singing™ method is the most sought after vocal technique in the world-Claire Yarrington’s workshop will provide a supportive coaching environment where you will learn new tools to unlock your voice. Develop the freedom to move from low to high notes with ease and presence (without straining or cracking). Instruction is followed by short assessments of your individual voice, & demonstration of exercises to address vocal issues. Participants sing exercises and songs and practice adjustments for improved vocal coordination.

Private Lessons with Claire Yarrington. Friday & Saturday
Don’t miss this chance to have your voice heard and worked with by a top SLS teacher and performance professional in a private session, where you can address all the issues specific to your voice. Lesson times available Friday a.m. and p.m. October 21st and Saturday October 22nd 5:30-6:30 pm.

Package Options & Discounts
A. 2 Workshops and 1 Hr Private Lesson comes with a $35 discount. $235.
B. 2 Workshops and ½ Hr Private Lesson comes with a $25 discount. $165.
C. 2 Workshops comes with a $15 discount. $85.
D. 1 Workshop is $50.
E. ½ Hr. Private Lesson is $80
F. 1 HR. Private Lesson is $150

Claire Yarrington has a 32 year career as an instructor in the performing arts. As the Artistic Director for CTA Crossroads Theatre in Walnut Creek, California She has produced, directed and/or choreographed more than 100 musicals, plays, showcases and revues, Claire holds a B.A. Degree from Brigham Young University and continued her education first with the Royal Academy of Dancing and currently with Speech Level Singing International, where she holds Level 5 Certification and serves as Education Advisor. Claire teaches private voice, artist development and performance coaching in 3 studio locations both in N. California and Oregon, as well as online around the world and has taught workshops with Broadway professionals on both coasts. More Info: www.ctarts.com and www.speechlevelsinging.com

]]>2011-10-04T17:04:08Z2011-10-04T14:40:57ZIn Amherst - High St. and Main... just over the railroad tracks!]]>2011-10-03T03:07:44Z]]>2011-09-27T15:42:04ZEasthampton City Arts+ hosts its 3rd Annual Small Works Show. An exhibit that aims to benefit patrons and artists, the ECA+ Small Works exhibit is offering a cash and carry format for what is looking to be an amazing salon style show!

Deadline: November 25, 2011

Learn more information here]]>2011-09-22T18:38:27Z
The Easthampton City Arts+ Gallery is located in the Historic Town Hall at 43 Main Street in Easthampton, MA, home to other arts businesses and organizations. The ECA+ Gallery exhibits the works of ECA+ members, local artists, and regional artists. A wide-array of artists have exhibited their work in the ECA+ gallery representing a diverse range of medias and stylistic considerations. All are encouraged to apply.

Deadline: December 1, 2011.
Learn more information and
download a prospectus]]>2011-09-22T18:30:08Z
The studio is 2700 square feet, with large windows and a beautiful river view. The space is divided into open and private spaces, and includes a small gallery. It would be perfect for an organization or group of artists.

For more information, contact liz@zeamaysprintmaking.com. ]]>2011-09-15T19:15:19Z2011-09-15T15:24:38Z
You are invited to participate in the development of a new evening-length performance piece- Trust Me. Please join me for one or all of the open rehearsals listed below. Artists from all disciplines and all levels of experience are welcome.

Trust Me explores an imagined future in which physical trust and mutual care are commonplace. This movement-based performance incorporates vocals, textiles, video projection of dance in nature, and participatory scores. The piece will premiere at Goddard College (Plainfield, VT) in February 2012 and be performed in Northampton, MA in March 2012 with the generous support of the Northampton Arts Council.

This is an open call for participation so please pass on! In these open rehearsals we will experiment with movement and sound scores. Later in the fall, a core group of performers will form and set rehearsal dates for the winter.

Open Rehearsals in September. Come to one or all!

Wed 7th 3-5pm
Thurs 8th 6-8pm
Sun 11th 12-2pm
Wed 21st 3-5pm
Thurs 22nd 6-8pm
Sun 25th 12-2pm
Wed 28th 3-5pm

RSVP by texting 415-722-1544 or emailing terre@terreparker.com by the day before.

Location: Paragon Arts and Industries Bldg, 150 Pleasant St, Easthampton, Studio #325

Bio:
Terre Unité Parker is an experimental dance artist who draws on the rich history singers, writers, reproductive activists, bakers and farmers in her family. Terre was a member of Anna Halprin’s dance company from 2003-2010 and became a certified teacher of Halprin’s Dance Explorations. Currently, Terre lives in Easthampton, MA and creates experimental performance and video for indoor and outdoor, public and hidden environments. At the heart of Terre’s art practice is ongoing collaboration with other interdisciplinary artists and with the greater, natural world. Terre has taught and performed original work nationally and internationally in Bali, Java, Romania, and China. She is a MFA Candidate in Interdisciplinary Arts at Goddard College and holds a BA, magna cum laude, in Dance, Spirituality and Community from Mount Holyoke College.

Please pardon cross-postings. If you would like to be on my announcement list, please email me at terre@terreparker.com

Thanks!


]]>2011-09-06T16:32:48ZIt will be our fist act "Death of the Combustion Engine" right behind the police car with it's blue flashing light. Accompanied by 40 dancers in black with white masks.

We also could use creative banners and signs if anyone is into it...This is a global event and pictures can be uploaded to 350.org.

See us on FACEBOOK or 350.org Moving Planet Northampton. ]]>2011-09-06T16:22:17Z2011-08-30T19:12:06ZArtist Studios/Gallery for rent by the hour or month. $40 - $300, 280-450 sq. foot- Spacious and light office space / or artist studio space available in Amherst on Main St. - rent a self-contained office/studio or share rentals by the hour with a schedule for use. Arts Center in Amherst for almost 15 years has various size and priced office and artist studio space for rent. http://www.yippeeskippy.com/etta-arts-studio/ Best to come see for yourself! Space available for a kiln, arts shows, events, classes during the week, afternoons, evenings and weekends! Great for Home School Families! Afterschool and Evenings! Hourly usage of studio space or monthly use available, depending on whether you want a shared usage space or self-contained office/studio. WiFi throughout! Call if you're interested: 413-256-1205 or email: ezzellfloranina@gmail.com
]]>2011-08-24T13:22:36Zplease help out and get involved by filling out this survey or by emailing stslick@gmail.com.

Projéct is a collective of artists-etceteras organized around the need for radical creative space and community in post-gentrified Northampton. Projéct is three-fold: gallery space, performance space, and studio space. Projéct will be managed by the people who actually use it and is structured to support creative practice irreverent of profitability.

We are currently in the process of securing a building in downtown Northampton along with at least three other groups: a cooperative bike shop, a collaborative kitchen, and rooftop gardens. The building project as a whole is being organized by a varied group of committed folks who want to create an alternative narrative of work, activism and creative practice to the prevailing story that capitalism tells.

There are 25 studios as part of the build-out plans, including sound-proofed personal and group practice rooms. Studio users will have 24 hour access as well as use of a slop sink, showers, a communal kitchen, the performance space, and other public spaces including a lounge. The performance space will be roughly 1500 sq. ft. seat, flexible venue designed to accommodate theatre productions, dance parties, circus acts, noise shows, jazz concerts, rehearsals, dance performances, lectures, rock shows, film screenings, feasts, and many other things.

If any of this interests you find us on Facebook, or email stslick@gmail.com and if you are interested in Projéct please fill out the survey.]]>2011-08-22T16:01:18Zwww.BarbaraJohnsonWorkshops.com

]]>2011-08-21T13:56:27Zwww.BarbaraJohnsonWorkshops.com

]]>2011-08-21T13:44:51ZArtHampton is a city-wide studio tour day that will be held on October 1, 2011 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. All greater Easthampton artists, performers, and craftspeople are invited to participate in this open studio presentation by having a sale, exhibition, or demonstration throughout the city. ECA+ will produce a full-color map, listing all participants and their locations that will be distributed to area arts venues, studios, and other prominent business locations.

To register, download a registration form here and complete and send it to ECA+ at 43 Main Street, Easthampton, MA 01027 by August 17, 2011. Artists interested in showing outside of their studios can show in various locations throughout the city. To contact us for further information email info@easthamptoncityarts.com. ]]>2011-08-16T22:34:57Z2011-08-06T12:13:31ZAbout the project:
Video Vanguards (VV) works with youth of color and their allies integrating youth leadership, video production, media critique and social justice education. Youth use these skills to create video pieces that address issues that are overlooked by the mainstream media. They organize socially conscious screenings and events throughout the year and attend various trainings, conferences and workshops. VV is open to high school-aged youth in the Amherst, MA region. Our partners include: the 21st Century After School Program at Amherst Regional High School, Amherst Community Television, Food For Thought Books, and Hampshire College’s Film/Video Department.

Responsibilities:
• Recruit a diverse group of high school-aged youth of color and allies.
• Coordinate and facilitate workshops 2 afternoons/week during the school year. Potential for summer projects, pending funding.
• Develop and implement program curriculum.
• Provide hands on, technical training in video production and support youth in the production and completion of projects.
• Facilitate workshops pertaining to issues of social justice and aid young people in integrating their knowledge and ideas into their video work.
• Assist participants with technical as well as emotional support in a mentoring relationship.
• Supervise interns from local colleges.
• Collaborate with and support Peer Leaders (returning youth who step up their leadership).
• Network within the community to form/enhance existing partnerships and venues for youth work.
• Participate in YAC staff meetings and trainings.
• Collaborate with YAC staff on YAC Unity events that advance the mission of VV/YAC and continue to strengthen relationships between YAC’s five Arts-for-Change programs.
• Participate in program evaluation periodically throughout the year and at year’s end.
• Attend monthly meetings of YAC's intergenerational Board of Directors, as time allows.
• Assist in grant writing and fundraising as time and experience permits.

Required Qualifications:
• Experienced youth worker. Must have experience facilitating youth media programming.
• Understanding of and commitment to youth empowerment and social justice.
• Expertise in digital video production, using iMovie and FinalCut Pro.
• Proficient with both PC and Mac platforms.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse youth, staff, interns, and board of directors.
• Willingness to implement YAC’s standards, curriculum and ideology.
• Car or access to transportation.

About Youth Action Coalition
Youth Action Coalition (YAC) is a non-profit community organization operating in western Massachusetts since 1988. YAC is a youth empowerment organization embracing anti-racist values, and actively engages youth through arts and media immersion, community engagement and social action projects. Video Vanguards is one of YAC’s five Arts-for-Change (AfC) projects. AfC provides youth from across the race/class/social spectrum access to free, high quality arts programming, helping youth break down barriers, and offering a safe space for shared dialogue and collaboration. AfC/YAC youth are putting their voices out to the community and building themselves as visionary leaders and agents of change.

To learn more about us, please visit www.youthactioncoalition.org

Hiring Process:
The hiring process will include interviews with our youth/adult Search Committee. Deadline to apply: August 15. Interviews will be scheduled week of August 22. Second interviews may be required. Position begins after Labor Day.

Start date: September 2011, beginning with up to 20 hours of training/planning early in the month.
Rate: 10-15 hours/week @ $14-18/hour
Posting date: August 2, 2011
Deadline for applications: August 15, 2011

Send resume, cover letter, references and portfolio of your own artwork by 8/15/11 to:
Stacey Lennard, YAC Director: slennard@youthactioncoalition.org

Or by mail to:
VV Search Committee
Youth Action Coalition
P.O. Box 747
Amherst, MA 01004

Youth Action Coalition is committed to a diverse workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer.
]]>2011-08-02T19:06:53Z
Renting a 450 sf studio - suitable for visual artist. Second floor, canal view, good light (west). Available: Sept 1st- $260/month plus heat. Includes electric and wifi. Contact: Nancy 413 330-4505.]]>2011-07-31T17:00:26Z
We have ample wall space and good natural light. The studio will host an Artists' Reception during the Art Walk. The exhibit is required to remain in place at least until the end of the month.

Please submit via email 8-10 digital images, a resume, or any other supporting material that you feel is appropriate.

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For more information or to view the space in person, please contact art@renewpilates.com or call 413.282.8361

Photographs of the space can be seen on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/renewpilates
]]>2011-07-25T21:51:54Z2011-07-25T14:23:13Z2011-07-25T14:22:09Z
1. Large ground floor studio 24x24 with west windows, and sink just outside hall. Heat, electric and wifi included. $400
2. Upstairs studio 18x15, high ceiling, east windows, sink down the hall. Heat, electric and wifi included. $200
For more info: The housing manager, Walt Burnham 367-9491.

3. Classroom space with sink, tables, chairs, easels, & wifi. Hourly rates, discount for 3 month commitment.
For more info: The program manager, Kiran Bhowmik 413-230-9026 or e-mail info@leverettcrafts.org

]]>2011-07-22T15:05:21ZI am looking for someone with screen printing experience. I want to put my illustrations and graphic work onto tshirts and canvas bags. Anyone have experience that is looking to share skills/ or barter?
thanks,
jon schluenz]]>2011-07-19T12:30:27Z2011-07-19T00:51:04Zhttp://brandingyoubetter.com/2011/07/brand-interview-peter-o-zierlein-illustrator/

best regards,
Peter O. Zierlein]]>2011-07-05T18:21:08Z
Part serious ballet academy, part cultural summer camp, the Briansky Ballet Center (BBC) was established in 1965 and provides intensive technique and performance training for qualified ballet students between the ages of 11 to 18.

The Briansky Ballet Center provides serious students of dance with a professional training program under the supervision of a highly qualified faculty.

The public is invited to attend the student performance on July 9th at 1:30 pm at the Kendall dance complex on Mt. Holyoke Campus.

For more information please visit our web site at www.briansky.org or call (413) 538-3472.
]]>2011-06-23T18:54:24Z
I wanted to invited you to a cool event this weekend...

I really hope that you can come!

Northampton Improv Weekend!
Wonderful and affordable workshops and performances
Fri. June 24th & Sat. June 25th

Come Learn Improv! Workshops at the Dynamite Space, Thornes Sat. June 25th Learn specialized improv techniques!

WoW! $10-20 sliding scale per session.

12-1:30:  James Nelson,
Music and Sound improv

1:30-3:00: Fifth Wall Improv,
Comedy Improv

3:00- 4:30: Christian Phaze,
Long Form Improv

4:30-5:45: James Martin,
Authentic Improv Acting- solo and group


Come be delightfully entertained!
Improv Performances: Fri. June 24th and June 25th at 7:00 p.m.

The Dynamite Space, Thornes Market, Main St. Northampton.
$5-10 Scale


See comedy improv, long form theater improv, performance art, music, and clowning with featured performers James Nelson, Fifth Wall Improv (with Sky Halm, Jane Frankel, Anne Knauf, Ruth Oland, and Zack Kreuzer), James Martin, Joanne Lutz, and Christian Phaze (with Conor Garrison, Tony Czajkowski, Seth Hapenny and Liam McGurk)

All artists will join together for a finale collective piece based on your suggestions!

AND

Improv open mic at half-time. Bring your own stuff!
Brought to you by:
Northampton Theatre Collaborative and C3]]>2011-06-22T01:48:00Z
About GirlsEyeView
GirlsEyeView (GEV) is an empowerment project for middle and high school-aged young women in Amherst and Ware that incorporates photography, creative writing, leadership development and community engagement. As one of Youth Action Coalition’s Arts-for-Change (AfC) projects, GEV aims to help youth develop a strong sense of self and identity, understand difference, and explore and develop language for critical social and media analysis. Within this context youth learn how to use photography and writing as tools for communicating their ideas and opinions about growing up female and understanding their unique life situations. Workshops incorporate group building activities, photo skill development, discussions, photo shoots and fieldtrips. Youth play an active role in deciding how the group will function and how it can be a supportive and creative environment for all. They create exhibitions in galleries and downtown locations, and sell their photographs. They also collaborate with YAC’s other Arts-for-Change projects through YAC Unity events, exhibits and actions.

GEV is comprised of two sites—GEV Amherst and GEV Ware—and the ideal candidate would work for both sites (the position can be split into two jobs depending upon the skills of the candidates). GEV Ware is a digital program, in partnership with the Literacy Project-Ware and Ware High School. GEV Ware brings in-school and out-of-school youth, 12-21, together. GEV Amherst is an analog program, utilizing the darkroom at Amherst Regional Middle School. It is open to girls in 7th-9th grades. It is linked to PRISM, the 21st Century After School Program at Amherst Regional High School. Collaborative projects and field trips with both sites as well as the other AfC programs are encouraged.

Required Qualifications:
 Experience facilitating youth programs
 Understanding of and commitment to youth empowerment, women’s issues and social justice
 Expertise in both analog and digital photography (including camera, lighting, darkroom, etc.)
 Expertise in Photoshop and iPhoto
 Experience with creative writing
 Proficient with both PC and Mac platforms
 Excellent communication and organizational skills
 Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse youth, staff, interns, and board of directors
 Willingness to implement YAC’s standards, curriculum and ideology.
 Car or access to transportation

Responsibilities:
 Recruit a diverse group of young women from each community. Outreach to the schools and community organizations working with youth.
 Coordinate and facilitate youth workshops 2 afternoons/week during the school year in each site. Potential for summer projects, pending funding.
 Work with the YAC Director and other program staff in the development of curriculum.
 Provide hands on, technical training in photography and support the production and completion of youth projects.
 Assist participants with technical support, brainstorming ideas, project implementation, as well as emotional support in a mentoring relationship.
 Supervise interns from local colleges.
 Collaborate with and support peer leaders—past participants who step up their leadership.
 Network within the community to form/enhance existing partnerships.
 Participate in YAC staff meetings, trainings and events.
 Collaborate with YAC staff on YAC Unity events that advance the mission of GEV/YAC and continue to strengthen relationships between the five Arts-for-Change programs.
 Participate in evaluation of the program periodically throughout the year.

Compensation
Part-time: 20-25 hours/week (or two jobs, 8-15 hours/week each)
Rate: $14-16/hour
Posting date: May 9, 2011
Start date: September 1, 2011 (summer training optional)

About Youth Action Coalition
Youth Action Coalition (YAC) is a non-profit community organization operating in western Massachusetts since 1988. YAC is a youth empowerment organization embracing anti-racist values, and actively engages youth through arts and media immersion, community engagement and social action projects. GirlsEyeView Amherst and Ware are two of YAC’s five Arts-for-Change (AfC) projects. AfC provides youth from across the race/class/social spectrum access to free, high quality arts programming, helping youth break down barriers, and offering a safe space for shared dialogue and collaboration. AfC/YAC youth are putting their voices out to the community and building themselves as visionary leaders and agents of change.

To learn more about us, please visit www.youthactioncoalition.org

Hiring Process
The hiring process will include interviews with our youth/adult Search Committee. Deadline to apply: June 15. Interviews will be scheduled in mid-late June. Second interviews may be required. Program begins in September with some training opportunities in summer.

Send resume, cover letter, references and portfolio of your artwork by 6/15/11 to:
Stacey Lennard, YAC Director: slennard@youthactioncoalition.org

Or by mail to:
GEV Search Committee
Youth Action Coalition
P.O. Box 747
Amherst, MA 01004

Youth Action Coalition is committed to a diverse workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer.
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About E’town Rising
E’town Rising (E’town) is an empowerment project for high school youth in Easthampton, MA that engages youth through photography, creative writing and leadership development to explore and communicate their views about the city of Easthampton. As one of Youth Action Coalition’s five Arts-for-Change (AfC) projects, E’town aims to help youth develop a strong sense of self and identity, develop a commitment to social justice, create their own unique works of art, and engage with their community. Workshops incorporate group building activities, photo skill development, discussions, photo shoots and fieldtrips. Youth play an active role in deciding how the group will function and how it can be a supportive and creative environment for all. They create exhibitions in galleries and downtown locations, and sell their photographs. They also collaborate with YAC’s other Arts-for-Change projects through YAC Unity events, exhibits and actions.

E’town partners with JUMP, the 21st Century After School Program at Easthampton High School, and is open to all youth in grades 9-12. Collaborative projects and field trips with YAC’s AfC projects are encouraged.

Required Qualifications:
 Experience facilitating youth programs
 Understanding of and commitment to youth empowerment, youth issues and social justice
 Expertise in digital photography (including camera, lighting, etc.)
 Expertise in Photoshop and iPhoto
 Experience with creative writing
 Proficient with both PC and Mac platforms
 Excellent communication and organizational skills
 Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with diverse youth, staff, interns, and board of directors
 Willingness to implement YAC’s standards, curriculum and ideology
 Car or access to transportation

Responsibilities:
 Recruit a diverse group of youth. Outreach to Easthampton High School students and community organizations working with youth.
 Coordinate and facilitate youth workshops 1-2 afternoons/week during the school year. Potential for summer projects, pending funding.
 Work with the YAC Director and AfC program staff in the development of curriculum.
 Provide hands on, technical training in photography and support the production and completion of youth projects.
 Assist participants with technical support, brainstorming ideas, project implementation, as well as emotional support in a mentoring relationship.
 Supervise interns from local colleges.
 Collaborate with and support peer leaders—past participants who step up their leadership.
 Network within the community to form/enhance existing partnerships.
 Participate in YAC staff meetings, trainings and events.
 Collaborate with YAC staff on YAC Unity events that advance the mission of E’town/YAC and continue to strengthen relationships between the five Arts-for-Change programs.
 Participate in evaluation of the program periodically throughout the year.

Compensation
Part-time: 8-15 hours/week
Rate: $14-16/hour
Posting date: May 9, 2011
Start date: September 1, 2011 (some summer training options available)

About Youth Action Coalition
Youth Action Coalition (YAC) is a non-profit community organization operating in western Massachusetts since 1988. YAC is a youth empowerment organization embracing social justice values, and actively engages youth through arts and media immersion, community engagement and social action projects. E’town is one of YAC’s five Arts-for-Change (AfC) projects. AfC provides youth from across the race/class/social spectrum access to free, high quality arts programming, helping youth break down barriers, and offering a safe space for shared dialogue and collaboration. AfC/YAC youth are putting their voices out to the community and building themselves as visionary leaders and agents of change.

To learn more about us, please visit www.youthactioncoalition.org

Hiring Process
The hiring process will include interviews with our youth/adult Search Committee. Deadline to apply: June 15. Interviews will be scheduled in mid-late June. Second interviews may be required. Program begins in September with some training opportunities in summer.

Send resume, cover letter, references and portfolio of your artwork by 6/15/11 to:
Stacey Lennard, YAC Director: slennard@youthactioncoalition.org

Or by mail to:
E’town Search Committee
Youth Action Coalition
P.O. Box 747
Amherst, MA 01004

Youth Action Coalition is committed to a diverse workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer.
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The words are rolling in! cinnamon, cleft, crescendo, sycamore, boondoggle, voracious, kaboom, onomonopoeic, grapefruit, espionage, moist, undulation, facetious, tempestuous, segue, parallelogram...

To submit your word and become part of the installation, simply email us your favorite word and give us your mailing address.

Visit us at www.shapeandnature.com/favoritewordsproject.html to learn how]]>2011-05-07T20:58:31Zhttp://northamptonartscouncil.org/view/web/title/Call_for_Proposals/id/22

Introduction: The railroad trestle bridge over Rt. 9 near Market and Hawley Streets is a significant gateway to the City of Northampton. Since 1991, the "Dream" mural created by Leland Johnston has welcomed residents and visitors, but has fallen into disrepair. The City, along with individual and corporate donors, wishes to revive the space with a call for new public art.

The first deadline for short proposal submissions is May 23, 2011.]]>2011-04-18T14:13:05Z