Art, Life and Money

Arts organizations and Exhibition Venues...

Angela -
PS1
22-25 Jackson Ave, Long Island City
Mission (as stated on PS1.org) :
" P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, an affiliate of The Museum of Modern Art, is the oldest and second largest non-profit arts center in the United States solely devoted to contemporary art. Recognized as a defining force of the alternative space movement, P.S.1 stands out from major arts institutions through its cutting-edge approach to exhibitions and direct involvement of artists within a scholarly framework. It acts as an intermediary between the artist and its audience. Functioning as a living and active meeting place for the general public, P.S.1 is a catalyst for ideas, discourses and new trends in contemporary art and its practices. P.S.1 was founded in 1971 by Alanna Heiss as The Institute of Art and Urban Resources Inc., and was primarily dedicated to the transformation of abandoned and underutilized buildings in New York City into exhibition, performance, and studio spaces for artists. Today, P.S.1 operates two internationally acclaimed spaces for contemporary art: P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center in Long Island City and the Clocktower Gallery in Lower Manhattan, both of which contain museum- quality galleries and extensive studio facilities. P.S.1 is devoted to the production, presentation, interpretation and dissemination of the work of innovative artists in all media,
fostering creativity and uninhibited artistic exploration. Its programs reflect the complex nature of international contemporary art, serve as a broad and diverse audience, and stimulate discourse on the art of our time. P.S.1's exhibitions, presentations, educational activities, studio programs and publications strive to be of the highest quality and to investigate the dynamic and provocative nature of contemporary art. Its focus includes recognizing the work of emerging artists, placing disparate media into new and meaningful contexts, and defining alternative movements and endeavors. P.S.1 seeks to be a vital cultural resource for New York City and to serve constituencies beyond New York with its traveling exhibitions, studio program, publications and representation by professional staff. Overall, P.S.1 aims to provide an engaging environment for artists; to inform, inspire, and challenge its audiences; to actively attract new audiences; and to be an accessible resource that elevates the role of art in contemporary culture."
Websites :
PS1.org and WPS1.org

Contacts:
Space Rentals, Deputy Director Brett Littman at brett@ps1.org.
Exhibition Propals are not currently being accepted.

Internships are considered on summer, fall, and spring cycles and are
available in departments such as Distributed Art Books, Installation
and Building Operations, Press and Public Relations, and Programming
and Production.

These internships are available for undergraduate, graduate, and
post-graduate students. All internships work on a volunteer basis.
Further information and the application can be found at:
http://ps1.org/ps1_site/images/stories/pdfs/PS1_internship_application_2005-11.pdf

Shelli -
Artist Writer Networking Event
Venue: New England Comics, Allston Store
131 Harvard Ave
Allston, MA 02134
Web: http://www.newenglandcomics.com/
Contact: Erin Scott
erins.23@gmail.com / (617) 783-1848
Statement: New England Comics in Allston now hosts a Artist/Writer
Network Event. This casual get together allows published,
non-published, producing, and aspiring writer/artists to meet and
exchange ideas, review, brainstorm, and possibly collaborate together.
Erin Scott, of the Allston branch of New England Comics has been
hosting artist and writer meet-ups every two months since last March.
Because so many aspiring comic artists and writers that frequented the
store communicated a need for a respective counterpart to Erin,
creating a networking opportunity was another way to cater to her
costumer's needs. Scheduled at the comic shop itself, the event is
informal. Although it is generally publicized locally by word of
mouth the first event received some press through the Boston Globe
bringing in a large crowd to the city. Communication is kept through
a mailing list; contact the Allston store and ask for Erin if you want
further details on the next event and how to sign up.
Jill -
Puppeteers of America
Contact: Monica Leo - Membership Office
Address: PO Box 330, West Liberty, IA 52776
Phone: 1-888-568-6235
Email: membership@puppeteers.org
Membership fees: $50 single adult, $30 student
Non-profit org designed to get puppet enthusiasts and professional puppeteers together. Allows access to resources, discussion, and quarterly puppet magazine, Information about festivals and events, and grants/scholarship information. No jobs, internships, donated time specified except possibly through other members in conversation on the discussion board.

Clint -
AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts)
About: AIGA, the professional association for design, is committed to furthering excellence in design as a broadly-defined discipline, strategic tool for business and cultural force. AIGA is the place design professionals turn to first to exchange ideas and information, participate in critical analysis and research and advance education and ethical practice.
Mission: “AIGA’s purpose is to further excellence in design as a broadly defined discipline, strategic tool for business and cultural force. AIGA is a professional association committed to stimulating thinking about design through the exchange of ideas and information, the encouragement of critical analysis and research and the advancement of education and ethical practice.”
History: In 2004, AIGA celebrates its 90th anniversary, a significant milestone in terms of the longevity of the institution. AIGA has been a force for the profession longer than the term “graphic design” has existed (it was coined by W. A. Dwiggins in the early 1920s. One focus of the organization over the next ten years will be to determine what this generation can leave to the next at the centennial of the organization.
Community: Through more than 50 local chapters and 200 student groups nationwide, AIGA members participate in
local events and explore professional challenges with their colleagues in the design community. Many members consider relationships they build through AIGA to be the most valuable and lasting of all the organization’s benefits. AIGA’s member directory is the largest directory available and helps you keep in touch with your colleagues and friends.
Getting Involved: Membership: Professional [ $295.00 ] An individual who has practiced or taught in any design community for two years or more.
Associate [ $210.00] An individual who has practiced in any design community for two or fewer years.
Student [ $75.00 ] A full-time student who presents a copy of a dated bursar’s receipt or current ID from an
accredited college or university.
What’s in it for Me?:
• Gallerys • Forums • Publications
• Directory of colleagues and friends • Conferences
• Job Postings • Events Calander • Extensive search engine

Contact Info: Main Website URL: www.aiga.org Local Boston Chapter: www.boston.aiga.org Information Hotline: 781-446-9082	Special Liaison: Elizabeth Resnick Massachusetts College of Art 621 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA. 02115-5882 Phone: 617-879-7651 Fax: 617-327-7473 elizres@aol.com
Education Director: Brian Lucid Massachusetts College of Art 621 Huntington Avenue Boston, MA. 02115 Phone: 617-879-7690 lucidmedia@yahoo.com	Recomended Book: AIGA Professional Practices in Graphic Design Allworth Press, New York Copyright 1998 by the American Institute of Graphic Arts

Starr -
Venue: The Smell
247 S. Main St.
Los Angeles, 90012
Web: [ http://www.thesmell.org ]http://www.thesmell.org
Contact: Jim Smith
[ mailto:Info@thesmell.org ]Info@thesmell.org
Statement: The Smell was founded in North Hollywood in 1997 as the city's
only all-ages underground music spot/art gallery. When the cost of rent
rose during the NoHo Arts district boom in 1999, the venue relocated to
still-cheap Downtown. The new address near Skid Row only made the place
more alluring to rebels and bohos. The venue continued to thrive, serving
as a community hub for underage indie rockers and political activists. But
fire-code violations forced the club's closure in February 2003. Instead
of shutting down for good, Jim Smith, one of the club's founders and its
only full-time employee, took a DIY approach: He pulled $10,000 from his
own pockets and worked with volunteers to renovate the venue. Since
reopening in September 2003, local bands like The Sharp Ease and Toys That
Kill have joined forces with anti-war groups like Not In Our Name to put
on benefit shows helping to keep the space open and up to code. Emerging
artists and community-oriented events dedicated to promoting cycling in
the city keep The Smell ripe with business. No alcohol is served, but the
snack bar sells vegan treats.
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Some links you may find useful...

Mass Art Career Services - The massart career services web site geared towards students. There are many tools including resume tips, job listings and tools for alumni.
The Arts Resource Network - The Arts Resource Network provides important information to artists and arts organizations, cultivating personal and organizational growth, and the value of art throughout Seattle's communities. The Arts Resource Network is aservice of the Office of Arts & Cultural Affairs, formerly the Seattle Arts Commission.
NYFA - NYFA's mission starts with individual artists in the visual, media, performing and literary arts. This site offers access to the most comprehensive list of opportunities for artists in the nation, opening doors to the widest range of financial, educational, technological, and institutional resources and information.
The Massachusetts Cultural Council - The Massachusetts Cultural Council invests in the cultural life of Massachusetts. The Council receives an annual appropriation from the state legislature. It then makes thousands of grants to non-profit cultural organizations, schools, communities and individuals artists, funding programs that use arts, science and the humanities to build strong, diverse, livable communities. The beneficiaries of these programs comprise a cross-section of the population and citizens in each Massachusetts city and town.
Art Marketing 101 - Direct link on powells.com to order this book - Art Marketing 101: A Handbook for Fine Artists by Constance Smith.
Portfolios.com - An online search tool for creative talent, you can add yourself to the database.
Artist Health Insurance Resource Center - a data base listing affordable, quality health care across the country

So... you are having a show and need some postcards, aye?

Modern Postcards
Vista Print
4by6.com - Self service postcards, 500 x 4/1 (one side CMYK/one side black) for about $100. Good quality and turnaround. They also have full service for extra $$$. (Never)
Jak Prints - Self and full service stickers, postcards, fliers, and various other printed materials. Good quality, price and excelent turnaround. I use this company a lot... (Never)

Fair Use Issues and links

Fair use section of the Copyright Act:

§ 107. Limitations on exclusive rights: Fair use38
Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 106 and 106A, the fair use of a copyrighted work, including such use by reproduction in copies or phonorecords or by any other means specified by that section, for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching (including multiple copies for classroom use), scholarship, or research, is not an infringement of copyright. In determining whether the use made of a work in any particular case is a fair use the factors to be considered shall include —
(1) the purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes;
(2) the nature of the copyrighted work;
(3) the amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole; and
(4) the effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.
The fact that a work is unpublished shall not itself bar a finding of fair use if such finding is made upon consideration of all the above factors.

As you'll note, there are four factors considered in determining when use of copyrighted work is "fair." The cases are fact-specific, so it's hard to draw any bright-line rules about what is and is not safe to do.

Check out the "Copyright Basics" sectionn at http://www.copyright.gov

Taxes - ugh.

a few good links: