Posted in Special Announcements, Special Events on September 28, 2009|
Twenty-four members of the Botanical Artists of Canada (BAC) will present 65 drawings and paintings at the Papermill Gallery in the Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum & Arts Centre in Toronto. The great theme for this exhibition was chosen by the BAC Coordinating Team. The name was voted upon by group members.
Posted in Special Announcements, Special Events on September 28, 2009|
The Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators have the honor of presenting the first exhibition in the new education center at The Jenkins Arboretum in Wayne, PA. Founded in 1997, the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators is committed to increasing public awareness about botanical art. They host exhibitions, sponsor workshops and participate in a variety of outreach efforts. Their outreach efforts include creating classes for children and raising money for the New Orleans Botanical Garden after it was destroyed by Hurricane Katrina.
View the Member Gallery of the Philadelphia Society of Botanical Illustrators online.
Posted in Special Announcements on September 14, 2009|
This is the question that Strathmore Artist Papers is asking artists across the country. Strathmore is currently hosting an illustration contest open to artists 18 years and older. Four winners will be selected and their artwork will be featured on a special edition of Strathmore’s Premium Recycled pads. The winning artist’s name and signature will also be featured on the cover.
Participating artists must classify themselves as “Student” or as “Professional/Hobbyist”. After semi-finalists are selected, everyone will have the opportunity to vote online for their favorite cover.
This contest has an environmental theme. Artwork must be completed using dry media and Strathmore Artist Paper. Paper and supplies can be purchased from Blick Art Materials through this website or from your local independent art store.
If you are an instructor and would like to share this contest with your students, download this flyer.
Posted in Special Announcements on August 24, 2009|
ArtPlantae will participate in the new Mainstreet Marketplace at Victoria Gardens. Victoria Gardens is an upscale outdoor regional center located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. The Mainstreet Marketplace is an arts and crafts festival featuring artisans, gourmet pre-packaged foods, music, and a diverse selection of handcrafted products.
ArtPlantae will be at the Mainstreet Marketplace this week. You are invited to browse our selection of botanical art books and supplies. If you want to try your hand at botanical painting, you will have the opportunity to dabble at one of our painting stations.
Consider picking up a fresh cup of coffee before coming over to browse. We are conveniently located next to Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf!
Directions to Victoria Gardens can be viewed here.
Posted in About, Education, History, Special Announcements on August 10, 2009|
It has always been ArtPlantae’s objective to make the subject of botany more palatable and easy to understand. In its earliest days, the focus was to assist botanical artists with their understanding of plant morphology so that they could understand the structures they so skillfully capture on paper. As ArtPlantae developed, it became clear that it was in a position to not only assist artists, but to assist others as well.
Visit the new Herbarium page to learn about original research pertaining to botany education.
Posted in Special Announcements on July 23, 2009|
Position Title: Youth Education Coordinator
Department: Education
Job Classification: Full time
Summary of Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:
The Youth Education Coordinator works to provide quality youth education programs consistent with The Arboretum’s mission statement. The Youth Education Coordinator also serves as the primary resource and coordinator for: development of youth and family classes and activities, school field trips, Summer Nature Camp, school and community outreach programs.
Operational Impact:
Helps to achieve The Arboretum’s mission by conducting educational on- and off-site programs and by developing innovative, experiential curriculum to supplement the curricular requirements of local schools.
Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions:
Essential Academic Requirements:
Essential Physical Requirements:
Youth Education Coordinator must be able to capably lift 25 pounds of equipment, bend comfortably at the knees and waist, twist, climb stairs, walk comfortably on unpaved surfaces, stand and walk for extended periods of time (up to 3 hours). Youth Education Coordinator must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions.
Additional Information
Full time benefits. Salary range $31,000-$36,000 DOE. Position reports directly to the Program Manager.
Send cover letter and resume to:
OR
Email to Jennifer Van Stralen at Jennifer.vs@arboretum.org
Please, no phone calls or faxes.
Posted in Special Announcements on July 13, 2009|
The National Parks Service, in conjunction with the Riverside Art Museum, is currently accepting applications for the Joshua Tree National Park Artist-in-Residence Program. The deadline is Wednesday, July 15, 2009. Applications must be postmarked by July 15th.
The Artist-in-Residence (AIR) Program is open to visual, performing, and literary artists. Resident artists will reside at the Lost Horse Ranger Station at Joshua Tree National Park (JTNP) for a period of 2 to 6 weeks and will have the opportunity to create a body of work that promotes a “deeper understanding of and dialogue about the natural, cultural and historical resources of Joshua Tree National Park and the deserts of Southern California.”
Artists interested in the AIR Program also have the option of applying to the Joshua Tree National Park Affiliate Artist Program. Affiliate Artists will have year-round access to the park and access to free camping within the park. Affiliate Artists are not provided with housing and are responsible for all supplies and travel-related expenses.
Complete details and an application can be viewed at JTNP Artist-in-Residence & Affiliate Artist Programs.
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