http://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/atom.aspxCommunity Server2008-02-05T09:19:00Zhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/04/25/112-arts-audio-live.aspx2008-04-25T14:43:00Z2008-04-25T14:43:00Z<p>&nbsp;</p><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=209" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/04/25/112-arts-extraordinary-workshops.aspx2008-04-25T14:35:00Z2008-04-25T14:35:00Z<p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>Writer/Producer: Janina Birtolo</b></p> <p>Want to take an art course but not interested in painting or drawing? The art leagues and associations in Southwest Florida are increasingly expanding their classes to include instruction in lesser known arts that fulfill a different artistic vision. Today, it’s as easy to find a workshop or course in stone sculpting or bead making as it is to explore traditional arts. Learn about the opportunities at the Art Center of Bonita Springs and get inspired!</p> <p><b>Resources:</b></p> <p><a href="http://www.artcenterbonita.org">Art League of Bonita Springs</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.marcoislandart.org">Art League of Marco Island</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.artinlee.org">Lee County Alliance for the Arts</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.naplesartcenter.org">Naples Art Association </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.seagrapegallery.com">Seagrape Gallery, Charlotte County</a></p><p><b>Forum Topics:</b></p> <ul><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/156/205.aspx#205"><span class="">What art classes have you taken or wanted to take?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/157/206.aspx#206"><span class="">Why do you think art classes are so popular in Southwest Florida?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/158/207.aspx#207"><span class="">I</span></a><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/158/207.aspx#207"><span class="">f you were the director of an art center, what would be the most important things for the center to offer?</span></a></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=208" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/04/25/112-arts-plein-air-painting.aspx2008-04-25T14:27:00Z2008-04-25T14:27:00Z<p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>Writer/Producer: Kristy Vaughn</b></p> <p>A warm and sunny day provides the incentive for many regional artists to take their easel and canvas outdoors and paint in a style known as “Plein Air,” which is French for painting “in the open air.”&nbsp; Learn how anyone can get started in capturing Southwest Florida’s landscapes by taking a few classes, as well as observing professional artists while they work alfresco.&nbsp; </p> <p><b>Resources:</b></p> <p><a href="http://www.pleinairflorida.blogspot.com/">Learn about Plein Air painting events across Florida.</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.northgallery.com/">Official site for Plein Air artist, William North.</a></p> <p>Learn how to paint in the Plein Air at any of the following art clubs:&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.capecoralartleague.org">Cape Coral Art League</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.bigarts.org">Big Arts, Sanibel Island </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.fortmyersbeachart.com">Fort Myers Beach Art Association, Fort Myers Beach</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.naplesartcenter.org">Naples Art Association</a></p><p><b>Forum Topics:</b></p> <ul><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/151/200.aspx#200"><span class="">Where have you found picturesque scenes that would make a great painting?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/152/201.aspx#201"><span class="">Why do you think it’s important for Southwest Florida landscapes to be preserved through paintings?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/153/202.aspx#202"><span class="">Have you ever painted outdoors?&nbsp; What advice can you give a beginner?</span></a></li><li><span class=""><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/154/203.aspx#203">Where are the best places to buy painting supplies? </a><br /></span></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=204" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/04/25/112-arts-art-cooperatives.aspx2008-04-25T14:16:00Z2008-04-25T14:16:00Z<p><b>Writer/Producer: Janina Birtolo</b></p> <p>Check out various venues where Southwest Florida artists pool together to retail their works of art. From the Seagrape Gallery in Punta Gorda to the Seaweed Gallery on Sanibel, artists find the right place to co-create and share in their creative wealth.</p> <p><b>Resources:</b></p> <p><a href="http://www.rosenraku.com">Richard Rosen</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.seagrapegallery.com">Seagrape Gallery</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.seaweedgallery.com">Seaweed Gallery</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.towergallery-sanibel.com">Tower Gallery </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.uaccollier.com">United Arts Council of Collier County</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.artcenterbonita.org">Art League of Bonita Springs</a></p><p><a href="http://www.marcoislandart.org">Art League of Marco Island</a>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.artinlee.org">Lee County Alliance for the Arts</a>&nbsp;</p><p><a href="http://www.naplesartcenter.org">Naples Art Association</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Forum Topics:</b></p> <ul><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/147/196.aspx#196"><span class="">Where’s your favorite place to view art: a museum, a gallery, an indoor or outdoor exhibition, the artist’s studio or your home?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/t/148.aspx"><span class="">Does the term “local artist” have any strong connotations for you?</span></a></li><li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/149/198.aspx#198"><span class="">Do we need more art in our lives?</span></a></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=199" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/02/05/arts-audio-live.aspx2008-02-05T17:08:00Z2008-02-05T17:08:00Z<p><font size="2"></font>&nbsp;</p> <p><font size="2">Join host Jim McLaughlin for a discussion about local efforts to get community members engage the local arts community. We’ll take a closer look at the Naples Players adult education program, and talk to an instructor and student. And we’ll hear from the Gulf Coast Writers Association about this local resource for aspiring authors, playwrights and poets.</font><br /><br /></p><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=60" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/02/05/arts-dance-classes.aspx2008-02-05T15:35:00Z2008-02-05T15:35:00Z<p><b>Writer/Producer: Janina Birtolo </b></p> <p>Find out how you can expand your horizons on the dance floor through various classes in the region. From ballroom dancing, to musical theater dance to more exotic movement through classes in belly dancing, Southwest Florida offers many options to explore.</p> <p><b>Resources:</b></p> <p><a href="http://www.collieradulted.com/">Collier County Adult Education</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.lee.k12.fl.us/dept/ace/">Lee County Adult Education</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.naplesplayers.org/">Naples Players</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.rhythminmotiondanceacademy.com/">Sherry Coffey Belly Dance</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.ansuya.com/">Ansuya Rather Belly Dance</a></p> <p><b>Forum Topics:</b></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/t/47.aspx" class="">What value do you find in taking a group class?</a></li> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/t/48.aspx" class="">Do you know of other dance classes offered in the region?</a></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=44" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/02/05/arts-naples-players.aspx2008-02-05T15:29:00Z2008-02-05T15:29:00Z<p><b>Writer/Producer: Janina Birtolo</b></p> <p>See how you can get involved with a community theater group through a visit to the Sugden Theater where the Naples Players reside. From behind-the-scenes to center stage, community members share in the fun and rewarding process of bringing theater to life.</p> <p><b>Resources:</b></p> <p><a href="http://www.naplesplayers.org">The Naples Players</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.themarcoplayers.net">Marco Players</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.pelicanplayers.com">Pelican Players (Naples)</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.culturalparktheater.com">Cultural Park Theater (Cape Coral) </a></p> <p><a href="http://www.stage88.com">Stage 88 (Bonita)</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.lemonbayplayhouse.com">Lemon Bay Playhouse (Englewood) </a></p> <p><b>Forum Topics:</b></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/53/73.aspx" class="">What are your community theater experiences?</a></li> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/52/72.aspx" class="">Is it better to be on stage or behind the scenes?</a></li> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/p/51/71.aspx" class="">From an audience perspective, is there any difference between community and professional theater?</a></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=43" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspxhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/blogs/arts/archive/2008/02/05/arts-writers-groups.aspx2008-02-05T15:19:00Z2008-02-05T15:19:00Z<p><b>Writer/Producer: Libby Boren McMillan<br /></b></p> <p>Learn how joining a writers&#39; group can help inspire and motivate you to achieve your dreams of putting pen to paper. Members of the Gulf Coast Writers&#39; Association, the Peace River Center for Writers and the Sanibel Island Writers&#39; Group provide insight on the value of improving their craft by sharing works with fellow scribes. </p> <p><b>Resources: </b></p> <p><a href="http://www.gulfwriters.org">Gulf Coast Writers&#39; Association</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.peaceriverwriters.org">Peace River Center for Writers</a></p> <p>Sanibel Island Writers&#39; Group: Call Lorraine Vail, 395-3479 or Joe Pacheco, 472-1280. </p> <p><a href="http://www.gulfcoastauthor.com">Gulf Coast Authors</a> </p> <p><b>Forum Topics: </b></p> <ul> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/t/49.aspx" class="">How has being a member helped out your craft?</a></li> <li><a href="http://wgcu.org/Connect/forums/t/50.aspx" class="">Are there other writers&#39; groups in the region?</a></li></ul><img src="http://wgcu.org/Connect/aggbug.aspx?PostID=42" width="1" height="1">adminhttp://wgcu.org/Connect/members/admin.aspx