Open Studio with Alan LeQuire - Spring 2010

Open Studio with Alan LeQuire
This relaxed studio session focuses on sculpting, but students are welcome to paint or draw. A model changes poses every third week. Alan will provide clay for those sculpting and even fire pieces for students free of charge. Those who choose to paint or draw should bring their own supplies. The model holds one pose for two sessions which gives you 6 hours to draw, paint, or sculpt.

Spring 2010
Tuesdays, 5:30-8:30pm
March 2 - June 22
No Registration required.
$25/session

For more information call (615) 298-4611.

Information of Summer Workshops coming soon.

LeQuire Gallery | 4304 Charlotte Avenue | Nashville, TN | 615.298.4611 | Hours: Tue - Sat 10-3

ART: UP CLOSE & PERSONAL, MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2010, AT 6 P.M.

ROSE LITTRELL, ANIMAL CARICATURE SCULPTOR, TO SHARE CRAFT
ART: UP CLOSE & PERSONAL, MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2010, AT 6 P.M.

FRANKLIN, Tenn., December 10, 2009—Dickson sculptor Rose Reed Littrell will share her amazing talent to create animal caricatures during the free educational program of The Arts Council of Williamson County (ACWC), “Art: Up Close & Personal,” Monday, January 11, 2010, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Williamson County Public Library.
Originally from Franklin, Tenn., Littrell, who is a self-taught and trained artist, has developed her own style in a variety of art forms, often using painted fiberglass with steel armature or papier-mâché as her media. She explains that her art work “is deeply rooted In her love of all animals especially horses.”
Her most well-known work is featured in the Wild Horse Saloon in Nashville where 15 life-size realistic and caricature sculptures of horses and cows become a focal point of the restaurant. Other works include a 28-foot long diorama at Bowie Nature Park in Fairview, Tenn.; fun sculptures at Victory Junction Gang Camp in Randleman, N.C.; and extra large fiberglass “Bees” for The Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee. Her commissioned work has been sold and exhibited from San Antonio, Texas, to New York City, N.Y. Each piece of her art reflects a special love, gift and talent. She has previously taught at Tullahoma Elementary School in Tullahoma, Tenn., and Pegram Elementary in Pegram, Tenn.
Scott B. Hodes, director of visual arts for the Arts Council of Williamson County, points out, “The lecturers have been asked to share the experiences that have culminated in that artisan being able to fulfill the role of professional working artist in the community, such as background, history, choices and decisions, education and technique, work experience, and artistic and life influences.”
The Williamson County Public Library and O’More College of Design are sponsors for this series developed to educate students in the arts as well as those in the community who have an interest in the arts. The lecture series is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
The main branch of the Williamson County Library is located at 1314 Columbia Avenue in Franklin. For more information about the event or the Arts Council, visit www.artscouncilwc.org or call (615) 428-3845.
The Arts Council of Williamson County (ACWC) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) service organization that exists to enrich the lives of the citizens of Williamson County, Tenn., by bringing the arts and people together. The Arts Council envisions a dynamic, lively and diverse arts community, which is accessible to all and which is a major cultural destination.

Art: Up Close & Personal: Alan LeQuire - Nov 9, 2009

Art: Up Close & Personal

NOVEMBER
Alan LeQuire, Sculpture, LeQuire Gallery - November 9, 2009


* Co-sponsored by Williamson County Public Library & O'More College of Design *

Williamson County Public Library
(main conference room)
1314 Columbia Pike
Franklin, TN 37064

We are proud to present a new evening series for 2009. Some of the most renowned local artists will share an up-close and personal glimpse into their lives and their work. The evening starts with a powerpoint presentation, followed by a question and answer period.


The series is open to the public and there is no charge to attend.
Light refreshments will be served.

For more information, call 428-3845 or email info@artscouncilwc.org.

Alan LeQuire Artist Talk @ Library - May 9, 2009

Tour of Artwork by Alan LeQuire at the Library and Beyond

Saturday, May 9
10:30 AM
Tour begins in the lobby at the Church Street entrance to the Main Library

Join Alan LeQuire as he talks about his work at the Main Library.
Attendees are welcome to tour Nashville on their own to look at Mr.
LeQuire’s other local artwork, such as the Parthenon’s Athena, and are invited to visit his studio from 1-3 pm.

This program is free and open to the public.

Nashville Public Library
615 Church Street
Nashville, TN 37219
(615) 862-5804 x6092

4 Juried Exhibition Opportunities - Sculpture Conference Deadline: July 14, 2009

Four Juried Exhibition Opportunities at Mid-South Sculpture Alliance's Sculpture Conference 2009 Deadline: July 14

Chattanooga, TN

Two of the opportunities are Mid-South Sculpture Alliance and Chicago Sculpture International members only; offering two $500 cash awards for the indoor exhibit and a $1,000 honorarium for each work selected for the outdoor exhibit. The other two opportunities are for student level juried exhibitions, offering one $250 award for indoor exhibit and one $250 for outdoor exhibit. For more information, visit www.midsouthsculpture.org.

Open Studio with Alan LeQuire Spring 2009

Open Studio with Alan LeQuire
Spring 2009

March 5th - June 26th

This class focuses on sculpting, but students are welcome to paint or draw.
A model changes poses every third week.

Alan will provide clay for those sculpting.
Students who choose to paint or draw should bring their own supplies.

Thursdays, 5:30-8:30pm
No Registration.
$25

Classes held at LeQuire Studio

4304 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN

For more information:
(615) 298-4611 or lequire@mindspring.com.

National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition: South Carolina: Deadline: March 6 2009

National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition Deadline: March 6

North Charleston, SC

Sculpture artists from across the nation are invited to participate in the fourth annual National Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition. This unique exhibition offers emerging and established artists the opportunity to display their thought-provoking sculpture throughout Riverfront Park on the banks of the Cooper River. This national competition is organized by the City of North Charleston Cultural Arts Department. Sculptors can compete for up to $14,750 in awards and honorariums with fifteen selected for this eleven-month exhibition (April 2009 - March 2010.) For more information, contact Lauren Lynn at (843) 745-1089 or click here.

Adult Sculpture Workshop @ Frist: Nov 22 2008: Registration required

Adult Sculpture Workshop
Saturday, November 22, 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Frist Center Studios, Registration required

Instructor Connie Pirtle will teach a workshop in which participants will learn about sculpture casting techniques used by Rodin and other sculptors throughout history. Following this, participants will create individual projects cast in pewter.

Location: Frist Center Studios
$50 for members; $60 for non-members
Call 615.744.3247 to register for this workshop

Open Studio with Alan LeQuire: Fall 2008

Open Studio with Alan LeQuire

Fall 2008

September 4th - November 20th

This class focuses on sculpting, but students are welcome to paint or draw.

A model changes poses every third week.

Alan will provide clay for those sculpting and fire pieces free of charge.

Students who choose to paint or draw should bring their own supplies.

Thursdays, 5:30-8:30pm
No Registration.
$25/session


Classes held at LeQuire Studio
4304 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN
For more information call 615 298-4611.

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Painting & Drawing with Murat Kaboulov

October 2008
Saturdays
October 4th,11th, 18, & 25th
Registration Required
$30/session

For more information on this class,
call 298-4611.

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LeQuire Gallery
4304 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-4611
LeQuireGallery.com
ecave@mindspring.com

call for artists - Estel Gallery - sculptural ornaments: Deadline: Sept 20, 2008

Estel Gallery is currently accepting submissions for its Nov/Dec 2008 exhibition Branch Out featuring fine art sculptural ornaments.

The show runs Nov. 22 - Dec. 20, 2008.

The reception will be Dec. 6, 2008.

The deadline for submissions is Sept 20, 2008.

Branch Out features the ultimate presentation of handmade ornaments, Christmas trees and menorahs - not just another decoration mass produced and "Made in China." Artists explore what it means to create something designed to be given to another individual as an expression of celebration and contemplation. This exhibit is not a craft fair, but fine craft may be considered. We are not looking for the same old same. Submissions will be judged on the basis of creativity, craftsmanship and wow factor.

Eligibility: Open to any artist over the age of 18.

Acceptable Media: Three-dimensional fine art. No limitation on media other than it must be durable and able to withstand the tests of time and storage.

If ornaments are made, they must be light enough to be supported by a Christmas tree branch without bending it, roughly 1 lb or less. Heavier ornaments will require the artist to suggest an alternative hanging system. If creating a tree, it must be able to be disassembled for convenient storage. Menorah's should be created for standard size candles, and the first set of candles should be included.

Each selected artist will be assigned an authentic aluminum Christmas tree, pedestal or space to showcase his/her creations of the season.

Aluminum Christmas trees range in size from 1 foot - 6 feet. You will be assigned a tree based upon the number of ornaments you can create for the show. Please note if you have a tree size preference. We do have a limited number of colored aluminum Christmas trees - blue/green, green/silver. You will be notified if you are assigned a tree that is not silver.

Fee: No fee

Participation: Emailed submissions and/websites sent for consideration WILL NOT be considered. Please do not bring samples of your work into the gallery for consideration. You may send images using the following guidelines:

1. No more than five (5) quality (300 dpi in RGB format) images of work. Please present at least two different views of each piece submitted (total images including multiple angles should not exceed 15 images). Each image must be properly labeled with: Artist Name, Title, Medium, Dimensions and Gallery Retail Price. (Gallery commission is 50%.) Please do not include images of sold work. All work for the show must be for sale. Please provide a best estimate of how many ornaments you will be able to create by the time of shipment.

2. A current resume limited to no more than two pages and include: Exhibitions divided between one-person and group as well as Gallery representation of both current and past relationships. Please provide this on the CD with your images.

3. A brief Artist's Statement about your work or any comments you feel necessary to fully appreciate your work. (Please limit to no more than one page. The statement should be clear, concise and not hand-written.) Please provide this on the CD with your images.

4. Submissions will not be returned.

Deadline: Sept. 20, 2008. All entries must be postmarked by Sept. 20 to be considered.

Send Submissions or drop them off to:

Estel Gallery - Branch Out

115 Rosa L Parks Blvd

Nashville, TN 37203

Calendar:
Sept 20, 2008: postmarked deadline for entries

Oct 10, 2008: notification of inclusion

Nov 1 - 15, 2008: delivery of artwork

Nov 22 - Dec 20, 2008: exhibition dates

Dec 6, 2008: reception from 6pm-9pm

Jan 15, 2008: return of artwork

Tennessee Arts Commission Memorial Sculpture Deadline: July 18, 2008

Tennessee Arts Commission Memorial Sculpture Deadline: July 18

Nashville, TN

The Tennessee Arts Commission requests qualifications from professional artists for the creation of a sculpture to commemorate the first African Americans who served in the Tennessee General Assembly. This memorial will take form in a four-foot bronze portrait bust bearing the likeness of Representative Sampson W. Keeble of Nashville. The final piece will be displayed in a half-cylindrical wall niche on the second floor of the Capitol Building in Nashville. This project is open to established visual artists living in the United States with a minimum of two years professional experience. Minorities are strongly encouraged to apply for this opportunity. For additional information, contact Julie Roberts, director of visual arts, craft and media, at julie.roberts@state.tn.us

LeQuire Gallery - The Figure from Life - instructed by Alan LeQuire July 2008

The Figure from Life

instructed by

Alan LeQuire

Learn anatomy and proportion while creating a 1/3 life-size

portrait figure.

The workshop will also teach armature construction and use of plastiline clay.

Materials will be provided.

July 22nd, 23rd, 24th, 25th

10:00am - 1:00pm

Registration is required.

$325

For more information call

615 298-4611.

LeQuire Gallery
4304 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN 37209
(615) 298-4611
LeQuireGallery.com

Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition. Deadline: February 28

City of Jackson/Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition 2008-2009 Deadline: February 28

Jackson, TN

The City of Jackson and Union University are accepting submissions from sculptors to participate in the City of Jackson/Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition 2008-2009. Five works will be selected for a one-year exhibition in the City of Jackson. One of the five sculptures will be presented with a purchase award for the permanent tour. For more information, contact April DePriest or Robert Alsobrook at (731) 661-5223 or just@uu.edu

Mid-South Sculpture Alliance's Fall 2007 Workshops

Mid-South Sculpture Alliance's Fall 2007 Workshops Watkins College of Art and Design
October 18 - 21
Stan Townsend will present "Molding and Casting with Modern Materials," during which participants will learn all of the steps to make a one-part and two-part mold, as well as a mother mold and other castings. Ron Young will present "Patinas and Metal Finishes," during which participants will learn how to achieve beautiful patinas on all types of metals. For more information and to register, visit www.midsouthsculpture.org and click "Workshops and Seminars."