Workshop Dates
February 5, 6, 7

Portrait Demonstration Thursday
February 4
1:00-4:00 P.M.
$5 at the door
Proceeds go to the Brick Art Center to support the arts.
Open to the Public

Cost:  $250
Includes Model Fee & Portrait
Demonstration

2010 “Next Generation Art Show & Sale” Entry Form

Exhibit Dates: February 6^th-27^th

Drop off Feb 2^nd 11-6

Pick up Feb 27^th or Mar 2^nd 11-6

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Reception: Feb13^th 2009 from 4 – 7p.m.

Marion Cultural Alliance at Brick City Center for the Arts

Awards: Cash awards for Best of Show, 1^st, 2^nd & 3^rd places and Honorable Mentions.

Eligibility: Entrant must be an art student enrolled in a college/university

Terms: All 2D & 3D media accepted: oil, acrylic, watercolor or comparable media; mixed media, photography, digital art, any graphic designs and sculptures, etc. All art work must be either framed or ready to be displayed. NO saw tooth hangers, or triangular hooks, framing wire will only be accepted for hanging, if not it will be rejected. 2D work maximum size is 40-46”, including frame. A limited number of pedestals are available for 3D work.

All work must have index card size label attached to the back of work with: Artist Name, Title, and Medium & Price.

No installations.

Fees: A $10 registration fee provided exhibit for one piece, or $15 up to three pieces. A 20% commission to MCA will be applied to pieces sold. Checks will be paid at the end of the show.

Application is due by January 29^th, 2009. Payment may be made at drop-off.

Make checks/money orders to MCA.

Contact info: membership@mcaocala.com or call 352-369-1500 if you have any questions.

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Name: ______________________________________________

I hereby certify that I am the artist who created the pieces of art listed on this entry form. I agree to abide by the rules set forth by the Marion Cultural Alliance (MCA) as a participant in the Next Generation Artist Show, and cooperate with the MCA staff as they arrange for the sale of my original artwork. I understand that MCA has the final authority over all transactions that may take place at MCA.

Signature: ________________________________________ Date: _________________

Print Name: _______________________________________

(Optional) MCA will be publicizing artwork on mcaocala.com, which will appear in the show, to generate interest in the artist/show and gallery. If you are interested in having your art publicized in such a manner, please sign below. All such images of your artwork will retain your copyright protection, and your name will be provided with all images posted. I agree to let MCA publicize my artwork from the show on their website. I understand that this involves placing a digital image of my artwork on their website, and grant the use of images of my artwork for this purpose.

Signature: ______________________________________ Date: _________________ Print Name: _________________________________

Marion Cultural Center (MCA) is a non-profit membership organization devoted to increasing and supporting cultural activities in Marion County, Florida.

Mail to:

M.C.A., P.O. Box 1571, Ocala, FL 34478

www.NextGenerationArtShow.Webs.com

Marion Cultural Alliance and Kathrine Jakob present a unique blend of art, storytelling and stage plays with A Time of Imagination: Lost In… at the Brick City Center for the arts.

After reading through all submissions to the “Lost in a good…” short story competition, held in connection to the show, several local writers were chosen to have their original work performed including: Basil O. Bristow, Chris Olney, Annawilda Tomyn, Heather Miller, Tom Chown and Laurie Blassingham. Their original short stories, centered on the theme of lost were handpicked to be performed by the members of the Insomniac Theatre Company for the show.

The doors open at 7:30 pm on the 23^rd and 2:30 pm on the 24^th to allow patrons to be shown throughout the Marion Cultural Alliance gallery and guided to several special pieces of our local artist’s finest work based upon the theme of “Lost”. At show time the audience will be treated to dramatic readings of the “Lost in a good story” Short Story Competition winning pieces as well as two plays by local playwright Chad Taylor.

Reception 6:30pm Dinner 7:30pm

Tickets Available!

The Ocala Marathon
Poster Unveiling Reception
November 19th

The Ocala Marathon will unveil the official race poster for the January 30-31, 2010, race weekend. The Winning poster was chosen from artist submissions that were advertised through the Marion Cultural Alliance. Local artist, Darlene Weesner, will be awarded $500 from Citrus Road Runners in a ceremony event open to the public. Join us and support local artists and businesses, Thursday the 19th between 6pm and 8pm at The Brick City Center for the Arts in historic downtown Ocala.

The Ocala Marathon is quickly becoming known as “Florida’s Most Scenic Marathon” among running enthusiasts. Runners come from all over the nation to run through the rolling horse country roads and for the chance to run a certified “Boston Marathon” course qualifier. Runners who enjoy running shorter distances fill up the Half-Marathon and 5K races. Support for The Ocala Marathon race weekend comes from the Citrus RoadRunners Club and the Ocala Runners Clubs that Provide volunteers and race oragnizations. Main sponsors such as Publix and AquaHydrate make this race Possible.

For more information on participating in support of MCA, Please Call -Nancy
(352)369-1500

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For MCA’s

November-December Newsletter

Live @ The Brick

MCA is pleased to announce that Chad Taylor will be the volunteer director of ” Live At the Brick” events. You may know Chad from his work with the Insomniac Theatre group and he is well versed in the performing arts. Check the MCA website for our calendar of events.MCA also announces that it will be the site of the Woodsongs Coffeehouse on the 1st and 3rd Saturday evenings.Andy Cohen, DDS., of the 3D Group,will be coordinating the music. Brick City Center for the Arts joins many locations around the world hosting the Woodsongs Coffeehouse. See you at our first on Nov. 21st @ 8:30pm following “Light Up Ocala”.

November 21st 8:30pm Kick off Concert With the Scott Anderson Bandhttp://scottandersonmusic.com Southeastern bluegrass and gospel

Upcoming Events

“Light Up Ocala” The Brick will be open all day November 21st.

Come visit us for special bargains in the gift shop.

Fine Art on Broadway Exhibit and Sale
Nov. 18th- Dec. 23
Opening Reception 5-7pm Nov. 20th

Dec. 18th & 19th Plan to attend
“A Very Insomniac Christmas”
Directed By Chad Taylor

Artful Giving

November 17th - December 23rd
The Brick City Center for the Arts will be transforming  the gallery into a Unique Holiday Gift Boutique. Artists will have the opportunity to display and sell their artsy creations. Where else can your shopping result in a threepeat!

Support our artists, the ARTS, and give great gifts to friends.