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Saturday, April 16, 2011

Why your membership in Black Artist of DC is important - What is in it for you?













Workshops

Classes

Studio Visits

Critiques

Business Meetings (a chance for your input

Excursions

Group Exhibitions

Mentoring

Summer Bridge Training Program

Archiving your achievements

Attend lectures with world class artists

Posting on the BADC Blog

Weekly listings of:

Artists' opportunities

Calls for exhibitions

Residencies

Grants

Fellowships

Employment

National and international articles on the arts

Invitation to artist's events

Subscription to Jembe (the annual list of accomplishments)

The opportunity to work with fellow artists who know and understand your struggle

An international community of Supportive artists

The opportunity to gain hands-on experience in art management, public relations, advertising/ web and print, and more


All that and BADC Membership is only $25.00.

Contact T.H. Gomillion
BADC Treasurer @
freegomillion@yahoo.com










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Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Black Artists of DC: “BLACK ABSTRACTION” Exhibit Prospectus

Produced by: Black Artists of DC
Sponsors: Black Artists of DC & Harmony Hall Regional Center/Arts

Location: Harmony Hall Regional Center/Arts
10701 Livingston Road
Fort Washington, MD 20744
Tel. 301.203.6069

Curator: Jarvis DuBois

Open to all Media

Submission Fee: (non-refundable)
BADC Members: (who have paid their annual dues) $30 US dollars for up to 10 images;

Non-Member: $45 US dollars for up to 10 images (or $30 with $25 membership fee to join
BADC)

Dates of Exhibit: January 17, 2011 – Saturday, March 12, 2011

Submission Deadline: November 12, 2010

Exhibit Description:
What comes to mind when you think of abstract art? Too often we think of abstraction as just expressively rendered colors, geometric shapes on flat canvas, but it encompasses a range of styles from naturalistic to nonobjective, the intangible (social and political ideas, dreams, fears) made tangible (use of deep hues, heavy brushstrokes, untraditional formats). In this exhibition, Black Artists of DC takes on the concept of abstract art in the 21st century. Our goal is to explore the many dimensions, layers, mediums, and possibilities of this often misunderstood movement.

Notification of Selected Artists: Artists will be notified of acceptance or non-acceptance no later than November 26, 2010. Notification will be made by email and/or by phone.

Delivery of work to Harmony Hall gallery on Friday, January 7, 2011: 9am – 5pm and Saturday, January 8, 2011: 10am – 4pm

Distribution of Invitations: To Be Announced

Opening Reception: Saturday, January 22, 5-7pm

Dates for picking up work: March 16, 2011: 9am – 5pm; March 17, 2011: after 4pm;

Submission Guidelines:
Artists may submit up to 10 digital JPEG images, at 300 DPI. For sculptural or three-dimensional pieces, 2 images may be submitted for each work. The images must be submitted on a CD, in JPEG format only. No files larger than 1MB. Image files on the CD should be titled as follows: number (corresponding to the Submission Form), last name, first name and title. The same information must also be written on the Submission Form/Image List, including additional requested information. Artwork submitted must be no larger than: for 2D – 36” x 48”. Please do not send originals. CDs will only be returned if a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) with sufficient postage is included. Also, submit a bio and artist's statement (1 page total).

Payment:
Entry fee can be paid by cash, check or money order payable in US dollars. Please make check or money orders payable to Black Artists of DC.
Please note on check: BADC “BLACK ABSTRACTION” Exhibition.

Please send Payment, CD and submission form to:

BADC: Black Artists of DC: “BLACK ABSTRACTION” Exhibition
c/o T. H. Gomillion, Treasurer
Address: 3218 Chestnut Street, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20018
Contact Number: 202-269-2757
Email Address: freegomillion@yahoo.com

Terms: Work not for sale should be marked NFS. All work must remain for the duration of the exhibit.

Sales: Sale price is determined by the artist. A 25% commission will be retained by the M-NCPPC from a sale of a work through this exhibition.

Insurance: Damage and theft insurance will be provided throughout the duration of the exhibit once work is received at the Harmony Hall gallery.

Frames and Mounting: Must be of fine quality, consistent with painting/photographs, with attached wire. For sculpture or three-dimensional, pedestal or vitrine requests must be made in advance.

Shipping and Handling: The artist is responsible for all costs of shipping and handling of their artwork. We suggest the artist insure their artwork through the shipping company. All shipped artwork must include prepaid return shipping label enclosed in the packaging.

*We reserve the right to use submitted images and information for inclusion in the exhibition, catalogs and/or other promotional endeavors to publicize the exhibition.


Submission Form/Image Identification List
Artist and Contact Info Name:_________________________________________________¬_
Address:_____________________________________________________________________
Email Address: _______________________________________________________________
Phone: (Day) ___________________________ Phone: (Evening)_______________________
FOR 3D ART-PLEASE ADD DEPT DIMENSION
Last name, first name, title, medium, size, date completed and price.
# (ex: 01. Brooking, Daniel, Sankofa, Digital archival print, 20"x20", 2009, $500)

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[ ] BADC Member, $30 [ ] Non-member, $45 (or $30 plus $25 membership fee to join BADC)
Fee enclosed $____________________

Artist's Signature_____________________________________________Date___________

















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Friday, August 13, 2010

DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) New series of fine art exhibitions in partnership with the Mandarin Oriental of Washington, DC

Dear Artists,

This summer, the DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities (DCCAH) is embarking on a new series of fine art exhibitions in partnership with the Mandarin Oriental of Washington, DC. As part of the series, a fall exhibition entitled Omnipresence will be mounted to focus attention on the contemporary art explorations and influences from Black artists within the Washington art community. To continue building on the established bond between the Black Artists of DC (BADC) and DCCAH, we would like to extend an invitation to each BADC member to submit up to ten (10) images for consideration for this exhibition. The deadline for submission is August 27, 2010 at 7PM. It will be an honor to present the artistic contributions of the Black Artists of DC to the international and diplomatic patrons of the Mandarin Oriental as well as the influx of attendees to the 40th Annual Legislative Conference of the Congressional Black Caucus. Our primary goals for this initiative are to highlight the work of Washingtonian artists, expand the District art collection, and raise the profile of DCCAH grantee artists.

Through this show, selected artists will have the opportunity to exhibit in the Mandarin Art Gallery from September 10, 2010 through October. An opening reception on September 15th will coincide with opening of the CBC Conference as the exhibition will be a centerpiece to a sequence of concurrent programs planned by the Mandarin. The DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities is also interested in acquiring outstanding works at the close of this show for the District’s Art Bank collection. Please find the application form and information packet attached to this letter. We look forward to a robust response and the opportunity to become more familiar with your work.

Sincerely,


Gloria Nauden
Executive Director

Ayris Scales
Deputy Director


Theme:
The theme and title for this exhibition is Omnipresence. Artists are encouraged to approach this concept from any angle. What is your visual interpretation of Omnipresence? In your personal experience, what is present in all places at all times? Are there ubiquitous cultural manifestations that you have observed in your travels or study? Or is there someone whose influence or persona you seem to encounter at every turn? Responses can range from the spiritual to comical, realistic to abstract.

Artwork:
Two and three-dimensional works including, but not limited to prints, drawings, mixed media compositions, paintings, photographs, ceramics, and moveable sculptures will be considered. Each artist is allowed to submit up to ten works for consideration.

Selection Process:
A panel of distinguished art professionals will review submitted images and make preliminary selections. Studio visits will be conducted to make final selections.

Calendar:
August 27: Deadline for submission. Entries must be received no later than 7PM.
Week of August 30: Preliminary selection and notification to artists.
Week of August 30: Studio visits to make final selections.
September 6: Delivery of selected works to DCCAH.
September 15: Opening reception.

Send all materials to:
Mandarin Art Gallery Exhibition
Attention: Zoma Wallace, Art Bank Coordinator
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
1371 Harvard Street, NW Washington, DC 20009

For More Information Contact:
Zoma Wallace, Art Bank Coordinator
DC Commission on the Arts and Humanities
Zoma.Wallace@dc.gov
(202)724-5613





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Thursday, February 11, 2010

Blacks Artists of DC 2010 Meeting Schedule
















Location:

Howard University Fine Arts Annex
2467 Sherman Ave NW Wash DC

Time: 4-6 pm

Month Date Meeting

Sunday January 17 BUSINESS
Sunday February 21 CRITIQUE
Sunday March 21 BUSINESS
Sunday April 18 CRITIQUE
Sunday May 16 BUSINESS
Sunday June 20 CRITIQUE
Sunday July 18 BUSINESS
Sunday August 15 CRITIQUE
Sunday September 19 BUSINESS
Sunday October 17 CRITIQUE
Sunday November 21 BUSINESS
Sunday December 19 CRITIQUE










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Tuesday, February 09, 2010

African Textile Design Classes: Learn To Decorate Silk Scarves, Tote-bags, and More ...







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Thursday, May 03, 2007

Art in the Garden


About Me 11"x14" acrylic

Saturday, May 5 * 12:00-6:00pm

Sunday, May 6 * 1:00-6:00pm

If you have not yet made it to T.H. Gomillion’s Art in the Garden event, you are certainly overdue! This event is in its’ fifth or sixth year. It began as an annual event, but it has been so well received that it has become a semi-annual event over the past 2 years. Local artist T.H. Gomillion and his wife, Sharon, host the event in their beautifully landscaped garden and approximately 15 artists participate by displaying their work for this impressive show and sale. You get a chance to talk to the artists while your senses are heightened by the dazzling works of art. In addition to the stimulating conversations held with the artists, this writer has had equally stimulating conversations with the guests who attend this event. It is for these reasons that this is a not to be missed event!

T.H. Gomillion also ensures that his guests have plenty of food, refreshments and music that will soothe the soul while basking in the comfort of the garden. Do not sell yourself short! If you have not experienced Art in the Garden before, make time to go on May 5th or 6th. The artists that are scheduled to show their work in May include John Beckley, Viola Leak, Gwen Aqui, Al Burts, Hampton Olfus, Deidra Bell, Clayton Lang, Michelle Foster Lucas, Donna D. Stovall, T.H. Gomillion and a half dozen other artists. The mediums range from bronze sculpture to clay, leather, and works on paper and canvas.


Hope to see you at the place!

Location: 3218 Chestnut Street, NE; Washington, DC 20018

Contact person: T.H. Gomillion * 202.269.2757


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