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2021 CAA CONFERENCE
CAA will hold its 109th Annual Conference as a virtual program, February 10-13, 2021, as an initial part of the association’s digital transformation. Providing content in a virtual format preserves and enhances access to the program and allows conference attendance to expand beyond boundaries embracing a global audience.
This year CAA includes sessions, papers, speakers, and related programming on the topic of Climate Crisis, including but going beyond eco-art and eco-criticism, and with climate justice and intersectional thinking as priorities, which might be of special interest to our Members as WCA will not offer a conference this year but focuses on 2022, WCA’s 50th Anniversary.
Learn more about CAA’s Conference https://www.collegeart.org/programs/conference/conference2021
The Women’s Caucus for Art strongly supports the Black Lives Matter movement and we stand with those protesting against racism with non-violent actions. We support the fight for justice for George Floyd, Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, Sean Reed, Tony McDade, and countless others who have been killed by the police and white vigilantes. We will say their names.
WCA is an inclusive member organization of art professionals. We support Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) which is reflected on our national board, panels, curators, exhibitions and publications. Our organization is committed to the growth and exploration of art for social activism and transformation.
Join us in rededicating ourselves to knowing our racial past and creating change now to ensure a transformative future through artistic expression, engagement, and education.
The WCA Board of Directors
ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Thank you to all who entered our "See My Color" exhibition or donated to the scholarship. The funds from the exhibition are funding an art scholarship to further the art career for a talented female-identifying BIPOC (black, indigenous, or person of color).
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The Women’s Caucus for Art of Greater Washington, DC (WCADC) offers twelfth-grade students (enrolled in a public school in Washington, DC, Maryland or Virginia for the last 2 years) and plans to attend a two or four-year college or university to study Fine Arts, the opportunity to apply for a scholarship as well as encourages and recognizes artistic excellence among DC, MD and VA BIPOC female-identifying students.
Applicants are judged on creativity, originality, and quality.
Award Amount: $2000
Applications open: February 1, 2021
Deadline: Entries must be received online by 11:59 pm on April 1, 2021
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I took a quick pic of Hedith painting while having a video call with her today. It is always exciting and interesting for me to see what she is working on. She is nearing completion of this beautiful piece. She mentioned she has been very focused on it for the past few weeks. Can’t wait to share the finished piece.
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Art Exhibit on what it means to be American
March 8 - May 7, 2021
Hera Hub DC
5028 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Suite 100
Washington DC 20016
Juried and curated by Philippa P.B. Hughes
Key Dates:
Call for Art: Open through February 1, 2021
Juror Notifications: Sent by February 22, 2021
Exhibit: March 8 - May 7, 2021
In partnership with Client Raiser and Hera Hub DC, the DC area Chapter of Women’s Art Caucus invite members to submit work for a juried exhibition entitled “Looking For America: Washington, DC”. This exhibit explores the diverse communities of the United States, and challenges artists to share their stories and perspectives on what it means to be American today.
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#artexhibition #callforart #callforartists #callforwomenartists hera_hub_dc clientraiser
So many things can divide us, especially now. One of the things I cherish most is celebrating my friendship with others who share the same faith. No matter where we come from or what our experiences have been like, I know we share a love for God and all he represents.
This print was inspired by Psalm 5:11, which says:
But let all who take refuge in you be glad; let them ever sing for joy. Spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may rejoice in you.
Signed, matted print available here: http://cherieburbach.com/.../let-all-who-take-refuge-in.../
ఆనందమాయెను•aanandamayenu•ecstatic
Really excited to share this work that I was commissioned for! As I have a deep appreciation and interest to explore language and linguistics in my personal practice and have been teaching myself to be literate in Telugu, working on this has truly been fulfilling.
Image 1: Final commissioned piece
This piece explored typography in Telugu, in the script and as transliteration. To encompass visual beauty and to be in “bliss” and feel “happiness” I reflected that through the soft colors. Lastly, the muggu/kolam + tessellation/Alhambra art emboddied the linguistic/cultural identity and faith.
I enjoy how this piece has layers to it, as you get closer and closer, there’s more to see.
Image 2, 3, 4, 5: Other versions that I had worked on mostly exploring Telugu but still exploring geometry and repetition.
Can’t wait to get into animation! I would love to do more commissioned work, feel free to reach out to me.
#phillyart #phillyartist #indianartist #illustrator #indianart #indianillustrator #emergingartist #art #design #visualculturestudies #linguistics #telugu #teluguartists #visualart #graphicdesigner #illustrator #adobe #womenscaucusforart #typography #typedesign #graphicdesign womenscaucusforart #southasianstories #southasiantoday #southasianart
ఆనందమాయెను•aanandamayenu•ecstatic
Really excited to share this work that I was commissioned for! As I have a deep appreciation and interest to explore language and linguistics in my personal practice and have been teaching myself to be literate in Telugu, working on this has truly been fulfilling.
Image 1: Final commissioned piece
This piece explored typography in Telugu, in the script and as transliteration. To encompass visual beauty and to be in “bliss” and feel “happiness” I reflected that through the soft colors. Lastly, the muggu/kolam + tessellation/Alhambra art emboddied the linguistic/cultural identity and faith.
I enjoy how this piece has layers to it, as you get closer and closer, there’s more to see.
Image 2, 3, 4, 5: Other versions that I had worked on mostly exploring Telugu but still exploring geometry and repetition.
Can’t wait to get into animation! I would love to do more commissioned work, feel free to reach out to me.
#phillyart #phillyartist #indianartist #illustrator #indianart #indianillustrator #emergingartist #art #design #visualculturestudies #linguistics #telugu #teluguartists #visualart #graphicdesigner #illustrator #adobe #womenscaucusforart #typography #typedesign #graphicdesign womenscaucusforart #southasianstories #southasiantoday #southasianart
Today’s #wcw is the great Natalia Fabia. Her website describes “A graduate of the Art Center College of Design, Natalia Fabia began showing her art in group exhibitions around Los Angeles in the early 2000’s.
Fabia began making colorful, sultry scenes filled with people, lush environments, ornate fashion, light, interiors, glamour, graffiti, landscapes, punk rock music and an unapologetic sexiness entirely her own.
Fabia finds a genuine comfort and truth in the realness and imperfections within her subjects. She glorifies the individuality and unique aspects of her human figures. Hers is a colorful world celebrating the vibrant diversity and beauty of the life she lives and that exists around her.
Infused with Fabia’s signature style, vividly saturated candy color palettes and a dazzling spectrum of light, her work is a combination of fantasy narratives and actual moments captured from the artist’s life.”
We love her work and style!
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We are sponsoring a show at stolacontemporaryart honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg!!
“In an already challenging time, losing Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a cultural icon, was a big blow in a difficult year. Artists around the United States are raising their visual voices to honor the “Notorious RBG”. This exhibition, Rest in Power! The Life, Legacy and Mission of RBG , documents this artistic movement in a collection of art featuring the work of 40 artists. It is an eye-catching and impactful testament of the lasting legacy of this national treasure. Enter the gallery to view an homage to an icon of women’s rights and social justice, who left behind a legacy of inspiration and greatness. The art is evidence that RBG inspired millions of people around the world through her hard work, perseverance, and courage in the face of adversity. Stola Contemporary, with generous support by the Chicago Chapter for Women’s Caucus for Art, created an exhibition that asked for work in all mediums that celebrate this amazing woman and to reflect on woman’s rights, equality, justice, inclusion, and friendships that see no political lines.” - womenscaucusforart
Gallery view is up till Feb 7th!
#RBG, #stolacontemporaryart, #notoriousrbg, #restinpower, #ruthbaderginsburg #womenscaucusforart
wca_chicago sponsors exhibit honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg at Stola Contemporary Art.
In an already challenging time, losing Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a cultural icon, was a big blow in a difficult year. Artists around the United States are raising their visual voices to honor the “Notorious RBG”. This exhibition, Rest in Power! The Life, Legacy and Mission of RBG , documents this artistic movement in a collection of art featuring the work of 40 artists. It is an eye-catching and impactful testament of the lasting legacy of this national treasure. Enter the gallery to view an homage to an icon of women’s rights and social justice, who left behind a legacy of inspiration and greatness. The art is evidence that RBG inspired millions of people around the world through her hard work, perseverance, and courage in the face of adversity. stolacontemporaryart, with generous support by the Chicago Chapter for Women’s Caucus for Art, created an exhibition that asked for work in all mediums that celebrate this amazing woman and to reflect on woman’s rights, equality, justice, inclusion, and friendships that see no political lines.
Gallery view is up till Feb 7th, link in bio!
#RBG, #stolacontemporaryart, #notoriousrbg, #restinpower, #ruthbaderginsburg #womenscaucusforart
Attention WCADC Mentors, we need you! Our Scholarship application opens on Feb 1 and we need mentors that can review student portfolios and assist with the application process. If you are a member of WCADC and interested in mentoring, please join us on Jan 14 at 7p for an info session. Link in profile.
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TOMORROW, January 12th at 7pm.
This is our second event of the Empowering Women Artists program. This event will be a casual event to discuss a chosen article and network with other participants. Donna Jackson dmjstudio will lead the discussion on the article titled "What Does Art Have to Do With the Coronavirus?" byThis is our second event of the Empowering Women Artists program. This event will be a casual event to discuss a chosen article and network with other participants. Donna Jackson dmjstudio will lead the discussion on the article titled "What Does Art Have to Do With the Coronavirus?" by#detroitsocietyofwomenpaintersandsculptors Judy Chicago. judy.chicago
Here is the link to the article so you may participate in the discussion: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/28/opinion/art-social-change.html
The program is a collaboration between Huron River Art Collective , Women's Caucus for Art Michigan Chapter wcamichigan wcamichigan womenscaucusforart , and the Detroit Society of Women Painters and Sculptors. The program offers an invited speaker event every other month. On alternate months we will host a casual discussion and net working event. All events will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7pm.
ABOUT EMPOWERING WOMEN ARTISTS
Together, we will support and empower women in their pursuit to gain equity in the arts, assure diversity, equity, and inclusion with a special interest in supporting women of color and all persons who identify as women.
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#empoweringwomenartists #womenscaucusforart #detroitsocietyofwomenpainters
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Black Design in America: African Americans and the African Diaspora in Graphic Design, 19th Century–21st Century is the first in a series of BIPOC Centered design history courses facilitated by Poly...Chicago chapter of WCA sponsors exhibit honoring Ruth Bader Ginsburg at Stola Contemporary Art.
In an already challenging time, losing Ruth Bader Ginsburg, a cultural icon, was a big blow in a difficult year. Artists around the United States are raising their visual voices to honor the “Notorious RBG”. This exhibition, Rest in Power! The Life, Legacy and Mission of RBG , documents this artistic movement in a collection of art featuring the work of 40 artists. It is an eye-catching and impactful testament of the lasting legacy of this national treasure. Enter the gallery to view an homage to an icon of women’s rights and social justice, who left behind a legacy of inspiration and greatness. The art is evidence that RBG inspired millions of people around the world through her hard work, perseverance, and courage in the face of adversity. Stola Contemporary, with generous support by the Chicago Chapter for Women’s Caucus for Art, created an exhibition that asked for work in all mediums that celebrate this amazing woman and to reflect on woman’s rights, equality, justice, inclusion, and friendships that see no political lines.
Gallery view is up till Feb 7th: stolacontemporaryart.com/
Immerse Yourself in the Vibrant Bricolage of Aminah Robinson
Immerse Yourself in the Vibrant Bricolage of Aminah Robinson
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Raggin’ On is a fitting legacy for an absolutely singular artist who spoke passionately of and to her collective community.WCA’s January Artist Feature of the Month is Dwora Fried, who is a Lifetime Achievement Awardee!
Left: “Hinterhaus”, (16x15x6), Mixed Media Assemblage, 2019
Right: “Balcony”, (16x15x6), Mixed Media Assemblage, 2019
Dwora Fried is an assemblage artist creating mixed media tableaux in wooden boxes. She populates them with miniature vintage furniture, dolls, toys and fabrics from the 50s, adding photographs, plastic, wood, metal and paint. Her small rooms evoke what it was like to grow up as an outsider in postwar Vienna: being Jewish, lesbian and a child of Holocaust survivors, she learned to see everything through the prism of loss, danger and secrecy. “I inherited a sense of isolation, displacement and an appreciation for the surreal.”
She had solo shows in London, England, Venice, Italy at the Museo Ebraico , Vienna, Austria and California.
Her art is in the permanent collection of Vienna’s MUSA Museum.
Fried has exhibited in multiple group shows at Gallery 825/Los Angeles Art Association, bG Gallery at Bergamot Station, Chicago’s Elmhurst Art Museum, San Francisco’s Arc Gallery and Orange County Center for the Arts. Most recently she showed at Fullerton College Art Gallery, Castelli Art, Sola Contemporary and at Quotidian -a Jill Moniz Project.
You can see Fried’s artwork on the WCA homepage at nationalwca.org and on her website at www.dworafried.com
WCA announces New Board Positions
New President-Elect: Donna Jackson
Donna Jackson is the owner of DMJStudio. It is her space to create things that matter to her as a woman, a person of color, an urban dweller, and a global citizen. Most of her work and projects use the power of art to tell stories about these different communities in a visually impactful way.
Her career has not always been art-focused. For the past 18 years, Donna dedicated her skills as a designer and project manager to non-profits developing marketing and branding initiatives. She was a graphic/web designer for Detroit Public Library and Houston Public Library systems and brand manager for Houston Public Library. For over a decade, she has freelanced as a project manager, brand designer, and web developer. Her work as a designer has earned her a place on the Crain's Detroit Business 2020 Notable Women of Design.
While growing her career in branding and marketing, Donna always created art. Her work, which includes abstract figurative painting, illustrations, and mixed media, focused on women's narratives. She never made her work to display or sell. It was merely to learn more about who she was and to feel comfortable in her skin as a woman. It wasn't until 2012-2013 that Donna began to turn her career as a manager and artist to a level of creative activism.
In 2013, Donna's hometown of Detroit was changing drastically. It was important to Donna that people in her community were a part of this change. She took her creativity and project management know-how and created several projects over the past years.
Doors of Opportunity: A traveling exhibition of physical doors transformed into art by local artists, telling the story of Detriot by Detroiters.
Middle Detroit: An online platform for Detroiters to share their stories about being middle class and being in the middle of the transformation of their city
In Pursuit of Hope: A film and exhibition featuring the narratives of residents about race, equity, and progress in the 50 years after the 1967 Detroit civil unrest.
The power of art and collective creation was an important part of Donna's creative practice. This work took her from community projects to exhibitions in galleries and other public spaces. Some gallery shows include Fenkell, a photography exhibition documenting one avenue in Detroit, Gilda's Girls, a collection by women taught or inspired by the renowned artist, Gilda Snowden and Community Collective, a group exhibition of work by artists in historical Fitzgerald Neighborhood.
In 2017, Donna took an international leap and developed Posters on Politics, an exhibition of posters from designers worldwide depicting politics from a global perspective. Posters on Politics was her solution to the political upheaval that was happening worldwide and a way to talk about politics and our global future civilly. She recently completed the 2020 edition of this exhibition and accompanying book.
Donna's work within the arts made something clear to her. There are extraordinary women artists and designers everywhere, and they are underrepresented. She wanted to change that, first, by developing exhibitions and opportunities for women and supporting exhibitions created by and for women throughout Michigan. Secondly, creating an online platform displaying the work of women called Women Works Online Art Gallery. Lastly, joining organizations like Women's Caucus for Arts.
Though 2020 has been a very dark and challenging year for us all, Donna looks forward to making art and telling stories about her communities. She will continue expanding access to art to as many as possible and making opportunities more accessible to women and people of color.
New VP Development: Shantay Robinson
Shantay Robinson is a Writing and Rhetoric doctoral student at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia. In addition to teaching English Composition and Professional and Technical Writing, she taught Writing for Artists in the College of Art and Design at GMU.
A participant in the inaugural class of Burnaway Magazine’s Art Writers Mentorship Program, she was also a fellow in Duke University’s Center for Documentary Studies Digital Publishing Project Editorial Fellowship and was chosen for the CUE Art Foundation’s Art Critic Mentoring program. In 2020, she served as visual arts judge in Shreveport Regional Council’s Critical Mass 8 Art Competition.
Shantay is Resident Scholar at Black Art in America. And she was a freelance writer at Washington City Paper, Burnaway, Arts ATL, Nashville Scene, ARTS.BLACK, AFROPUNK, Sugarcane Magazine and Number, Inc. She also published scholarly articles in Teaching Artist Journal and International Review of African American Art.
She presented papers about art and education at SCAD’s (Savannah College of Art and Design) Symposium on Art and Fashion, Georgia State University’s New Voices Graduate Student Conference, Georgia State University’s Glorious Hair and Academic Identities Conference, Northeast Modern Languages Association Conference, Mason Graduate Interdisciplinary Conference, and New York African Studies Association Conference. In 2019, she sat on a panel at Prizm Art Fair during Miami Art Week.
Shantay wholly self-produced a documentary, Untangled: Getting to the Roots of a Hair Movement, which screened at ATHICA (Athens Institute for Contemporary Art), Spelman College Museum of Fine Art, Georgia Tech, Georgia State University, Massachusetts College of Liberal Art, and Northern Virginia Community College, Woodbridge. She was a 2020 fellow with Docs in Progress and is currently producing her second documentary, Model Women: Changing the Gaze.
Visit Shantay's website: www.shantayrobinson.com
Beijing Journal—An Online Publication
Maureen Burns-Bowie, Director of the International Caucus’ UN Program (https://www.wcainternationalcaucus.org/) is pleased to share with Women’s Caucus for Art members a new online publication, “Beijing Journal” (https://www.beijingjournal.online/).
This year, 2020, we celebrate ten days in September 1995 as the 25th anniversary of the United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women, Beijing, China. This event brought together 17,000 UN delegates and 30,000 representatives from civil society NGO’s (non-governmental organizations). Women worldwide went to the conference to explore the role of women in society, develop solutions with timelines, enumerate steps to reach those goals, and demand accountability.
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