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FOCUS is the monthly newsletter from the Fort Worth Community Arts Center bringing you the very latest information about art, theater and special events happening in the FWCAC. Keep informed and keep involved.
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In the Spotlight
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Art Supplies Drive for Underserved Schools
The Fort Worth Community Arts Center asks you to join us in a drive to collect art supplies to give to underserved schools of all levels in the area. As you may know, teachers frequently have little or no budget for supplies, and end up paying for supplies from their own pockets. In some of these schools, the parents are low-income and cannot help. We are looking for new or gently used supplies. Please consider donating some of the following useful supplies - drawing pencils,
erasers,
charcoal, soft and oil pastels, Pentel (quality) colored pencils, india ink, drawing paper, sketchbooks, bristol board, colored paper, drawing boards, mat boards,
mat cutters,
metal rulers, white glue, glue guns, glue sticks, b
rushes, paints (watercolor, tempera, acrylic), watercolor paper, canvases or canvas boards, gesso, clay (oil based, stoneware, or terra cotta),
clay tools, wi
re for sculpture, plaster, X-Acto knives, scissors, silkscreens, linoleum and linoleum cutters for printmaking, wood for wood block prints, non-toxic printing inks, brayers, Holga-type cameras and film, small electric kilns, small hand power tools, frames, hanging hardware, etc. Monetary donations will also be accepted. Deadline is Fall Gallery Night, September 12, 2015, although we
can
always find a place for unused supplies. Thank you!
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In the Galleries
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GALLERY EXHIBITS FOR AUGUST
Receptions for the Artists
Friday, August 7, 2015 6:00 - 9:00 pm
August 7-29, 2015
10th Annual TAC Juried Membership Exhibition
Juror Cohn Drennan of Cohn Drennan Contemporary selected 40 artworks by 39 Texas Artists Coalition members from the 106 members who submitted.
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Guidance
Megan Bise believes that with spontaneity in the way she paints can create new ideas and even some wonderful accidents.
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Texas Jewish Arts Association Second Annual Juried Member Exhibit
The TJAA is a community of Jewish artists, art professionals and art enthusiasts. Artist talk on August 20, 2015.
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Five States Of Mind
These are works by Arlene Butterworth Taylor, Barbara McFarland, Martha Ragsdale, Mary Lou Osborne, and Merla De Remigio.
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Meticulous Surfaces
Sam Ivie's work is a combination of invented imagery and various other visual references.
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Held Over through August 29!
The Larry Kleinschmidt Collection of Texas Art
One of only a few local collections that mirrors the earliest history of the Fort Worth art community, this is the product of Fort Worth native Larry Kleinschmidt's love of art and determination to uncover paintings, prints and sculptures that have survived from the city's colorful past. MORE
Through August 22, 2015
Focus Gallery One:
Sn
apshots: Works on Paper
John Mattson's paintings are the cartoons of a soul unable to ignore the psychic distress inherent in our lives.
Deep within each of us is a core of truth that scares us, and Mattson strives to make this visual with an ever-maturing iconography.
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Focus Gallery Two:
The Dreaming of the Trees
Influenced by her years in Morocco as a Peace Corps volunteer, Stacy Elko developed a visual language that reflected the traditional henna designs of Morocco and the greater Maghreb. In this exhibit, she uses ephemeral media of handmade paper and cane to create a fragility within the structure, while exploring ideas of cultural exchange and interaction with the environment.
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Through September 29, 2015
TAC Featured Artist Linda Reedy: A Sense of Place
An exploration of the inherent sense of belonging to a place. MORE
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In the Theatres
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August 14 - 30, 2015, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels
Stolen Shakespeare Guild presents their Summer Musical Series: Dirty Rotten Scoundrels. Two con men, a beautiful woman and the elite of the French Riviera collide in this sexy and hilarious musical.
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August 15 - 29, 2015, Singing Beauty
Stolen Shakespeare Guild Children's Theatre presents Singing Beauty in the Sanders Theatre August 15 - 29, Fridays and Saturdays at 10:30am. Adult tickets $7, children $5, children under 2 are free.
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August 15, 2015, 12 Recital "En la Piel"
Mexico Lindo Ballet Folklorico presents 12 Recital "En la Piel" in the Scott Theatre. Performances at 3 and 7pm. General Admission Tickets $15. Call 817.770.7846
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August 22, 2015, Straight to the Heart
Ballet Frontier of Texas presents Straight to the Heart with Tchaikovsky at 7:30 pm in the Scott Theatre. Ballet Frontier will inspire with an enchanting new collection of works set to classical and contemporary pieces. Early-bird pricing available until August 15th! Tickets $16 when youcall or come by the studio. Tickets will be $20 online and after the 15th. Website
August 29, 2015, Fire & Desire
Headline Mentors and Performing Arts presents Fire & Desire in the Scott Theatre. Marriage is made for two, but three isn't always a crowd... if it's approved! Tickets are $10 for early birds online. Website
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Special Events
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August 20, 2015, 5 - 7pm: Artist Talk
Texas Jewish Arts Association
presents an Artist Talk 5-7pm. Jan Ayers Friedman will present "Potential Becomes Reality - The TJAA's Growing Role in Building Community in the Western Galilee". This talk is free and open to the public.
Yoga at ART7
Tuesday nights
6:15 - 7:15
All levels, Music & Flow. Come be inspired. Bring your mat. Led by Ashley D. Brand. 2956 Crockett St. Validated parking.
FWCAC's ARTshop
ARTshop, a small gift shop comprised of unique one of kind artist-made pieces in the ARTs Center. Come in to find original jewelry, ceramics, glass, woodwork, metalwork, wearable art, handmade prints and cards, photography and other fine art and craft works that make perfect gifts for any occasion.
Every Thursday, Fort Worth Swing Dance Syndicate hosts Dances & Classes!
Beginner lessons start at 8:00PM. Dance until 11:30PM to DJ'd tunes every Thursday. The cost of admission to FWSDS weekly dances is just $7.00 for non-members, or $5.00 for members/students/affiliates (with valid ID). WEBSITE
 Planning a special event?
The Fort Worth Community Arts Center is the perfect place to have a wedding, meeting, conference or any other special event. Whether it's a private or corporate event - we can accommodate with beautiful spaces, catering and stunning local art. MORE
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Job Opportunities
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We're Hiring
The Arts Center is hiring a part-time Event Manager. This person will direct and coordinate the work of event support personnel, liaise with clients and vendors, and serve as theatrical front of house manager if needed. Must have the ability to communicate in the English language and have basic computer skills. Hours are part-time, usually night and weekend hours, as needed. Send inquiries or resumes to Marla Owen.
The Arts Council of Fort Worth and the Fort Worth Community Arts Center offers equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability status or sexual orientation.
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Artist Opportunities
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TAC
 The Arts Center welcomes submissions from all artists in the DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas - Tarrant, Dallas, Collin, Cooke, Denton, Ellis, Grayson, Hill, Hood, Hunt, Jack, Johnson, Kaufmann, Navarro, Palo Pinto, Parker, Rockwall, Somervell and Wise counties for the 2015 Art in the Metroplex Exhibition. Exhibition is October 9 - 30, 2015 at the Fort Worth Community Arts Center, 1300 Gendy, Fort Worth, TX 76107. Juror is Peter Doroshenko of the Dallas Contemporary. Awards TBA. Deadline August 22, 2015. Artists may submit up to three pieces. Non-refundable fee is $35. Full Prospectus and Entry Form
August 10, 2015, 6 - 8:30pm: TAC All-Members Meeting. For all members past, present and potential. RSVP.
The Texas Artists Coalition is a membership program designed to offer benefits for artists in the North Texas community. The mission of the TAC is to support the career development of artists, whether they are emerging or established, amateur or professional.
Programs of the TAC are supported by the Arts Council of Fort Worth, the Fort Worth Community Arts Center and a grant from the Texas Commission on the Arts.
Visit the
WEBSITE and get the latest news or to join TAC today.
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The Fort Worth Community Arts Center provides versatile spaces to meet a variety of rental needs. Whether you require well-lit exhibition areas, unique rooms for meetings, special events, or the comforts of an accessible, professional quality performance venue, the Arts Center has space adaptable to a wide range of uses. MORE
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The Fort Worth Community Arts Center, a City-owned facility, was established in October 2002
by the Fort Worth City Council. The Arts Council of Fort Worth & Tarrant County manages the Arts Center.
The FWCAC includes two theatres; nine art galleries; office space for arts organizations and public areas
for rental by other non-profit organizations, corporate and special events.
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