JULY 2022 QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER |
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Our Biggest Fundraiser of the Year is Happening NOW! |
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Artstart is thrilled to present our 2nd Annual Artists for Artstart Fundraiser!
July 7-14 - ONLINE
July 17 - LIVE EVENT
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ONLINE ART AUCTION FUNDRAISER
JULY 7-14
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View and bid on paintings, sculptures, jewelry, fine art prints, and a South Africa photo safari adventure! Bidding opens July 7th at Noon and runs through Noon on July 14th.
BID ON
AFRICAN SAFARI
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Open House & Silent Art Auction
at Artstart Sunday, July 17 from 3-6pm!
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AUCTION FEATURING ART FROM RENOWNED LOCAL ARTISTS
Over 100 works of art from professional local artists generously donating to our unique program for teen apprentices.
HAND-CRAFTED ITEMS FOR HOME & GARDEN
Specially designed, one-of-a-kind home and garden accessories from our teen apprentices available for purchase.
LIVE ART DEMOS
Artstart Lead Artists will be demonstrating what is involved in the many community projects underway at this time.
Don't miss visiting the amazing Artstart studio and yard space at 317 Sutton Place in Santa Rosa.
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THE ARTSTART PROJECTS PIPELINE |
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AMAROSA ACADEMY: SEE YOU ON
THE OTHER SIDE
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See You on the Other Side is a massive 480 foot long mural transforming the entire courtyard of Amarosa Academy, an alt-ed high school in Santa Rosa.
Artstart lead artist Erika Lutz and lead assistants Alina Neubel and Kaya Gately have been working with the entire student body since November 2021 to translate their stories of resilience and growth through their mural.
The design is heavily influenced by the work of MC Escher and Charley Harper, intended to complement the architectural elements of the school as a metaphor for the labyrinth-like journey of inner and outer transformation.
June marked the beginning and end of Amarosa's summer school session, where Amarosa students joined our artists in transforming their walls with giant blocks of paint-by-number color.
Each session began with a mindfulness meditation to reintroduce color in the context of the concepts in the mural.
Our new color identities reflect the families they belong to – Love, Water, Plants, Gold, and The Space Between. Choosing words written in their own language echoed the symbolism in the mural's visual themes – words like Abraso (Embrace), Tormenta (Storm), Oscuridad (Shadow) and Luz (Sunlight).
For two golden hours color was worked into the walls while listening to music, discussing mural themes, trading stories, and connecting the dots to mini earth science and social studies lessons.
Anticipated mural completion by end of 2022!
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GOODWILL
SEBASTOPOL:
WORLD OF GOOD
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World of Good is a mural comprised of six 4’x8’ wood panels that will be installed on the Goodwill building in Sebastopol, CA.
The designs depict things that are unique and special about Sebastopol, from the wildlife to local food and culture to the iconic public art and architecture that exists in the town.
The design was created by Lily Hourigan and a team of Artstart artists and apprentices, and brought to completion by Artstart designer Sophia Katosh.
Annalisa Sher is the Lead Artist on fabrication with help from Assistant Lead Mary Christensen and apprentice from West County High School, Lee Ronsheimer.
Tera Crawford, art teacher at West County High, facilitated the painting of many elements of this mural in her classroom this last spring.
This mural will be completed and installed in September 2022!
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THE PEACE POLE PROJECT IN SONOMA COUNTY |
Bringing together marginalized youth, artists, veterans, and the community to inspire, awaken and uplift the human consciousness.
A Peace Pole is an internationally-recognized symbol of the hopes and dreams of the entire human family, standing vigil in prayer for peace on earth.
Inspired by the Global Peace Pole Project, each of the 8 sided, 6 foot tall painted and mosaic Peace Poles will bear the message May Peace Prevail on Earth in different languages.
Many young people living in Sonoma County are feeling overwhelmed. Due to the ongoing stresses from the COVID pandemic, wild fires, escalating school violence, political and social unrest, many students are feeling isolated and suffering from depression and anxiety.
Artstart will be working in partnership with Laguna and Elsie Allen High Schools, Amarosa Academy, faculty and local veterans to better understand concepts of peace while honing woodworking, painting and mosaic skills. We plan to install the Peace Poles on each campus and throughout our community.
Now more than ever, arts programs are essential to the emotional well being of our youth.
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As you can see, Artstart accomplishes quite a lot with our small but dedicated crew. Make a difference. Become part of our team. Volunteers welcome in all areas.
We especially need a select few,
with a commitment to service
and a passion for our mission,
to become a member of our Board of Directors.
Get to know us by joining a committee: Events, Finance, Marketing, Grant Writing, Outreach, Art Assistance and more.
Find out how you can help. Please contact me today.
Jayne Burns, Board President
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317 Sutton Place
Santa Rosa, Ca 95407
www.artstart.us
(707) 546-2345
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