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SMAC Arts Needs Survey

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Survey answers due by August 15, 2018

Arts Needs Survey Southwest Minnesota Arts Council (SMAC) is a non-profit organization committed to promoting and encouraging the development of the arts in the eighteen counties of southwestern Minnesota by serving as a source of funds and technical services which enable local organizations, educational institutions, and individuals to sponsor, create,...
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Pipestone County Start Article

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Check out the article in the Pipestone County Star about the Southwest Minnesota Arts Council’s Prairie Star Award recipient in 2018!   See also: our post about Travis. And this year’s Prairie Disciple Recipient, LeAnn Atchison! They will both be presented and celebrated at this years Annual SMAC Celebration of...
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Seeking Artist Applicants for 2018-19: MCAD-Jerome Foundation Fellowshop

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For early career artists

MCAD-JEROME FOUNDATION FELLOWSHIP FOR EARLY CAREER ARTISTS Deadline is Friday, September 14, 2018 at 12 noon. Apply here The application cycle is now open and will close on Friday, September 14, 2018, 12:00 p.m. (noon) CT. Download a copy of the Jerome 2018/19 Fellowship Application guidelines here. Information Sessions, Workshops,...
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Detours : Made Here Open Call Through Sept. 3

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Deadline is Monday September 3rd, 2018

  DETOURS: MADE HERE OPEN CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS Definition of detour: a deviation from a direct course or the usual procedure; especially: a roundabout way temporarily replacing part of a route Hennepin Theatre Trust is accepting artists’ submissions for the fall/winter 2018 Made Here Showcases.   Made Here, a project...
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Mandala Painting in Hutchinson

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“We Are What We Learn” Series Mandala Painting: September 20, 5-8:30 pm Learn to create your own personalized mandala. Participants will design and paint their own mandalas. All supplies are provided. This class is perfect for paint lovers, those who like to design, and/or anyone looking for a new experience...
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A Special Thank You to SMAC Volunteer Panelists in 2017-2018

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Would you be interested in helping out with our 2018-2019 year as a panelist?

Joyce Aakre, Dassel (Meeker) Deb Ahmann, Mashall (Lyon) Bobbie Alsgaard Lien, Rushmore (Nobles) Lisa Bergh, New London (Kandiyohi) Pam Blake, Tyler (Lincoln) Mark Bosveld, Marshall (Lyon) Mark Brodin, Windom (Cottonwood) Cheri Buzzeo, Marshall (Lyon) Lauren Carlson, Dawson (Lac qui Parle) Cindy Demers, Dawson (Lac qui Parle) Bob Dorlac, Marshall (Lyon)...
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Southwest Minnesota Arts Council 2018 Annual Celebration

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You are invited to join Southwest Minnesota Arts Council in celebrating the Arts and Artists of our 18 county region at our annual celebration!   REGISTER HERE Join us for an “ARTS DAY IN ORTONVILLE”. From 1:00 until 4:00 pm experience art and visit artists at: John White Studio: Photography...
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Congratulations to Prairie Star, Travis Erickson!

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The SMAC Board of Directors gives prestigious award

2018 Prairie Star Awarded to Travis Erickson of Pipestone The Southwest Minnesota Arts Council is pleased to announce Travis Erickson as the recipient of the 2018 Prairie Star Award, an award which is given out every other year. The Prairie Star Award acknowledges a person whose body of work best...
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Workshop in Bird Island: Composition Development & Balance of Color

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Led by Arthur H. Norby

Composition Development and Balance of Color Time: 9 am-3:30 pm Location: Cultural Centre in Bird Island, 640 Dogwood Ave, Bird Island, MN 55310 Led by instructor Arthur H. Norby, who’s exhibit runs at the centre August 15-31. Exhibit will have Art’s sculptures and paintings. Please contact the centre from information...
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August Grant Writing Webinars

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For Individual Artists and Arts in the Schools Grants

Individual Artist Grants Webinar–Thursday, August 16,2018 Join SW MN Arts Council online for a grant workshop webinar to learn about the guidelines, requirements, and application process for our Individual Artist grants. Register here: http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07efihc7mm74670543&llr=9e86hmdab While this grant workshop webinar is free, participants must register to be able to join the...
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