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.  

     NOVEMBER 2014    
In the Spotlight
November 29, 2014; 10am - 4pm: Shop Small Saturday at the Arts Center

Shop local! Buy local! When you support the local economy, you support the local community. Come out and support your local artists and small businesses on November 29.

And if you are a local artist or artisan, the FWCAC is seeking original jewelry, ceramics, glass, weavings, woodwork, metalwork, wearable art, handmade prints and cards, photography and other fine art and craft works. In general, works should be no larger than two feet, although larger works will be considered.

To apply: email images of your work and a bio to Rachel@artscouncilfw.org

Questions? Contact Marla Owen or Rachel Ireland  817.298.3026 or 817.298.3024 or marla@fwcac.org 
In the Galleries
NEW GALLERY EXHIBITS FOR NOVEMBER
Receptions for the Artists:
Friday, November 7, 6:00 - 9:00 pm 
 

New In the Galleries

November 7 - December 27, 2014

Focus Galleries 

JFK: Fractured Realities

by Leslie Lanzotti Solomon

Leslie Lanzotti Solomon's JFK/A FRACTURED REALITY explores and exposes the JFK assassination as a turning point in history and a landscape riddled with more questions than answers. Leslie is using images combined with text that are painted on different canvases and pieced together as a single work of art.  MORE 

 

November 7 - 29, 2014
Broadview: A Spectrum of Nature
Local artists exhibit their work that reflects the native flora, fauna and landscapes of North Central Texas ecosystems. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge. MORE 

Memories and Musings III
by Doris Mobley and Judith Wolf
These two multi-media artists share a friendship and a love of art. MORE

Photography: A Wider View
by Ken Spencer
Ken, a retired Lockheed Martin engineer, has been an enthusiastic, award-winning photographer for over forty years, doing his own printing in different media over the years. MORE
 
An Artist Cabaret
by Burl Washington and Friends
Washington displays his historical watercolors along with the works of artist friends. MORE

November 8, 2014 - January 5, 2015
Reception: November 15, 5 - 8pm
ART7 2956 Crockett Street
TAC Small Works Show
Texas Artists Coalition members display small artworks in various media.  
Through December 27, 2014
TAC Featured Artist Andrena Washington
The Beauty of Nature
Washington's focus is to magnify the beauty of nature by creating large repetitious designs, while incorporating traditional and non-traditional materials.. MORE
 In the Theatres

Through November  9, 2014 

My Mother's Italian, My Father's Jewish & I'm in Therapy! 

Philip Roger Roy and Dana Matthow present Steven Solomon's smash hit comedy inspired by his hilarious and dysfunctional family. Starring Peter Fogel. Discount code RMAN to save $7.50/ticket. Wednesday 2 & 7pm, Thursday 7pm, Friday 8pm, Saturday 2 & 8pm and Sunday 2pm. For tickets and information, WEBSITE   

 

 November 14, 2014

An Offering

Christian Performing Arts Center invites you to celebrate the beginning of the Christmas with An Offering, a showcase of singing, dancing, and acting as they celebrate the birth of Christ.  Show times are 5:00, 6:00, 7:30, and 8:30. Tickets are $10, and may be purchased by calling 817-741-2722, or WEBSITE 

 

November 15, 2014

Life of Dreams

Sweet Productions Unlimited presents Life of Dreams; Concert Series with live performances by Michael Ward, Jazz Violinist and Marion Meadows, Smooth Jazz Sax Sensation in the Scott Theatre.  VIP Reception 6pm Showtime 7pm.  For tickets and information visit jimaustinonline.com or call 972.741.8131 or 817.923.9305. WEBSITE 

Special Events   

FWCAC's ARTshop 

ARTshop, a small gift shop comprised of unique one of kind artist-made pieces in the ART Center.  Just in time for fall gallery night, 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 8:00 pm. Dance until 11:30 pm to DJ'd tunes. The cost of admission to FWSDS weekly dances is just $7 for non-members, or $5 for members/students/affiliates (with valid ID). WEBSITE 

 

November 5, 2014

Go Wild with Artists: Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center Art Sale  

The public is invited to an exclusive evening reception to meet the artists on Wednesday, November 5 from 6 to 8 p.m. Tickets may be purchased securely on the Friends of the Fort Worth Nature Center & Refuge website. WEBSITE

  

November 29, 2014  

SHOP SMALL SATURDAY

Behind every small business there's a story worth knowing. Small Business plays a Big role in making our community great!  Show your support on November 29, the Saturday after Thanksgiving, the Arts Center will host local artists who will have their hand-made creations and wonderful gifts on sale 10am - 4pm.  For more information visit www.fwcac.org  

 

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  

Volunteer of the Month
Ma'lisa Yost
   

FWCAC intern Ma'lisa Yost is a non-traditional, part-time student in the MA art history program at TCU. A longtime resident of Fort Worth, she started her career as a newspaper reporter and has more than 25 years of writing, editing and project management experience in higher education and the corporate world.  When she's not helping prep gallery walls for the next FWCAC show, Ma'lisa provides strategic marketing and editorial services for TCU's annual fund, gift planning and major donor operations. She plans to complete her degree requirements and graduate in May 2016. 

 
Want to be a FWCAC Volunteer? Let us know.

 

Artist Opportunities
TAC
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. 

TAC Small Works Exhibit @ART7

Drop-off: Tuesday, November 4, 2 - 8pm

Open to all TAC Members/ Non-TAC members may join

ART7 and the FWCAC announce an open call to all TAC members for a Small Works Exhibit at ART7, November 8 - January 5, 2015. Works must be professionally presented (framed or finished edges and install-ready). FINISHED WORK MAY BE NO LARGER THAN 15 INCHES including framing. 2D and 3D welcome; 3D must supply pedestal if needed. $25 for up to three works. First-come, first-hung until we run out of room. Artists may pre-register and pay for guaranteed slot. Pre-registration  

 

9 x 12 Artist Call

Postmark deadline November 15. FWCAC is calling for artworks on or of paper or paper products may be any size, but MUST fit in a 9 x 12 envelope; folded, 3D or multi-part OK.  Unmatted, unframed photography, drawing, painting, printmaking, collage, mixed media, cast or folded paper or digital prints OK (other materials attached-OK).Open to all artists - no age or geographical restrictions. December 5-26, 2014. $5 per piece entry.  Prospectus 

 

Professional Review

November 17, 2014 5 - 8pm 

More about the Professional Review  

 

Visit the WEBSITE and get the latest news or to join TAC today.

  

Plan Your Event
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.