Archive for April, 2012
Artists’ Marketplace Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
The Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff presents:
The Artists’ Marketplace
at the Flagstaff Elks Lodge
2101 N. San Francisco St.
Saturday May 5, 2012
from 10 AM – 4 PM
The Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff is presenting its bi-annual Artists’ Marketplace on Saturday May 5, 2012 at the Flagstaff Elks Lodge 2101 N. San Francisco St. on Saturday May 5, 2012 from 10 AM to 4 PM.
With over 25 Artists representing all media this is the perfect place to do Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, and Graduation shopping while supporting local Flagstaff artists. There will be fine art paintings and prints, photography, jewelry, ceramics, glass and fiber works, handmade candles and all manner of fine art for every taste.
This all age event is free to all and there will be refreshments to sustain the shopping experience. For more information call Mike Frankel at 928-522-6969.
The Art Experience Fundraiser
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
The Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff presents:
THE ART EXPERIENCE
Jake’s On the Green
Continental Country Club
Saturday May 19, 2012
from 5 PM-9PM
The Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff is presenting its first ever Fundraiser on May 19, 2012 at the Continental Country Club, 2380 North Oakmont Drive from 5 PM to 9 PM.
This fun filled evening will include a Wine & Beer Tasting, Full Buffet, Music from Jazz Dimension III and Julia Dohse, Performance Art by local artist Frederica Hall, Silent and Live Auctions, Raffles and a Grand Prize of a 5 Night Vacation in Puerto Vallarta.
Tickets are $40.00 per person and are on sale at Jim Anderson Jewelers, 2300 Fourth Street, The ACF Gallery, 13 N. San Francisco Street, and Carolyn’s Hair Salon, 8245 Slayton Ranch Road. For more information call Mike Frankel at 928-522-6969.
NBTN 04/20/2012
FLAGSTAFF OPEN STUDIOS AND SPRING MARKETPLACE NEWS
The deadline for both the Flagstaff Open Studios and the Spring Marketplace are in a few short days!
The response for FOS has been incredible. We have additional preview shows this years starting in July so this will insure that the public turn out is bigger than ever!
We are on track for a huge number of artists to celebrate the 15th Anniversary so DON’T BE LEFT OUT!!
There are only a few spots left at the Marketplace and the deadline has been extended to April 30th, so act quickly.
Applications forms for both events can be found at flagstaff-arts.org. If you have any questions, please call Mike Frankel at 522-6969 or email him at acfpres@hotmail.com.
ACF FUNDRAISER MAY 19, 2012
Tickets are still available for the ACF’s first ever fundraiser “The Art Experience” on May 19 at the Continental Country Club.
This is going to be big! With a wine and beer tasting, scrumptious buffet, music and performance art, silent auction, raffles, and A GRAND PRIZE of a 5 NIGHT STAY IN PUERTO VALLARTA with additional cash to go toward airline tickets! There will be many other prizes and raffle items!! This is going to be a big, fun event! So BE THERE and ENJOY!
For every six tickets that any member sells, they will get a ticket for 1/2 price. ALL unsold tickets and prize stubs need to be returned by MAY 10th.
We also still need artwork, and other items for the fundraiser so get in touch with Carol as soon as you can. The deadline for contributions is MAY 10th and we need your biographies and business cards to include with the display and auction of your work.
Please contact Carol Rackley AFTER APRIL 26 at 607-5257 or email her at cjrack01@gmail.com OR Mike Frankel before APRIL 26 at 928-522-6969 or acfpres@hotmail.com for tickets and contributions!
MOTHER’S DAY POTTERY TOUR
The Flagstaff Potters’ Guild is hosting its first annual Mother’s Day Pottery driving tour! Saturday and Sunday, May 12-13, 10:00-5:00. More info on the FPG website: http://www.flagstaffpottersguild.com/page5.php
NBTN 04/13/12
SPRING MARKETPLACE DEADLINE EXTENDED
The deadlines for both Flagstaff Open Studios and Spring Marketplace are rapidly approching.
There are only a few spots left at the Marketplace and the deadline has been extended to April 30th, so act quickly.
We want as large a participation as we can for FOS this year since it is the 15th anniversary. In celebration of that fact, there are several additional shows around town which will be promoting the event so a record turn out is expected. Applications forms for both events can be found on the event pages { FOS | Artists’ Marketplace }.
If you have any questions, please call Mike Frankel at 522-6969 or email him at acfpres@hotmail.com.
ACF FUNDRAISER MAY 19, 2012
There is a meeting of the fundraising committee on Tuesday April 17 6PM, at the Village Inn on the east side of Flagstaff (off of Route 66). All members are invited. The May 19 fundraiser is shaping up to be a huge event and we need help coordinating and planning such a large undertaking. Please attend and do your bit to aid the cause!
For more info, call chairperson Carol Rackley at 607-5257 or email her at cjrack01@gmail.com. We also still need artwork, and other items for the fundraiser so get in touch with Carol as soon as you can.
MOTHER’S DAY POTTERY TOUR
The Flagstaff Potters’ Guild is hosting its first annual Mother’s Day Pottery driving tour! Saturday and Sunday, May 12-13, 10:00-5:00. More info on the FPG website: http://www.flagstaffpottersguild.com/page5.php
VIOLA’S TOMATO FESTIVAL
The folks at Viola’s Flower Garden are holding their annual Tomato Festival the weekend of May 5 & 6. This year they’re adding Art to the festivities! This is an outdoor show in a beautiful location. Artists can get a 10×10 space with an 8′ table for $40 for one day or $75 for both. Call Art at 526-0202 or visit their website at: http://www.violasflowergarden.com/ to get more info.
2012 Spring Artists' Marketplace
April General Meeting Tonight!
***IMPORTANT***
Artists’ Coalition of Flagstaff General Meeting TONIGHT, April 11
at NACET, 2300 Gemini Drive(in Buffalo Park)
Announcements will be made concerning:
- Big First Ever ACF Fundraiser on MAY 19
- The May 5th Artists Marketplace
- Upcoming Shows
- AND
- Special 15th Anniversary FOS EVENTS!
6 PM Covered dish potluck – 6:30 PM – ACF Business Meeting
SEE YOU THERE!!!!
10th Annual Recycled Art Exhibit
The 10th Annual Recycled Art Exhibit was a hit with over 700 attendees! Circus Bacchus filled the seats and Flagstaff’s very own artists filled the Gallery with art and fans alike.
Also coming are the Recycled Art Workshops & Demonstrations with live art instruction from some of Flagstaff and Northern Arizona’s great artisans. Click here for more info.
See Below for this Years winners and don’t forget to stop by the Coconino Center for the Arts to support Flagstaff’s art community; exhibition open through May 12.
General Entry Winners
Best of Show – Tom Williams, “Shoeguaro”
Most Creative – John Rogers, “Fruitball”
Most Useful – David McKee, “Rhythm”
Most Humorous – Omar Victor, “Her S#*”t Don’t Stink #2”
Best Use of Materials – Greg Mason, “Time Travel #10”
Simplicity – Gallina Franz, “Pine Needles”
Elegance – Paula Cooperrider, “Rorschach’s Chair”
Student Entry Winners
Best of Show, Individual – Wyatt Clark, “Computer Virus”
Best of Show, Group – Puente De Hozho N-Rich Club, “The 7 Categories of Recycling in Flagstaff”
Event Calendar
Lyn Matthew
