Hotel Occupancy Tax fund projection for 2010 is down and as a result the City is considering cuts of up to 77% for such organizations as the Art Center of Corpus Christi and the Art Museum of South Texas as well as others.
The Art Center welcomed internationally acclaimed sculptors Jesus Moroles and Kent Ullberg for a discussion and reception, drawing a large, enthusiastic crowd.
Texas State Artist Dalhart Windberg conducted a free painting demo sponsored by the Art Center on Thursday, May 14. Spectators filled the large classroom to catch a glimpse of Windberg working on a canvas.
Rockport Center for the Arts is hosting Jesus Moroles and Kent Ullberg, two artists who have made their mark on the world of sculpture and have special ties to the Texas Coastal Bend.
The Victoria Art League is planning their next year's program and they need the names of accomplished artists who are interested in teaching a workshop or giving a demonstration at one of their meetings. VAL meets from 2 PM to 4 PM on the second of each month.
Texas State Artist Dalhart Windberg will conduct a 3-day plein air workshop on May 15, 16, and 17, 2009 at Rockport Center for the Arts. For more information contact Windberg Art Center, 512.868.8183.
In April RCA will pay tribute to the legendary Texas sporting Artist John P. Cowan, and honor his influence on fellow artists and the community of Rockport.
Winners in the statewide juried collegiate exhibition Rising Eyes of Texas were announced Saturday, March 7, at the opening reception. Also awarded were regional high school and local middle school awards, including the Susie Love Scholarship for a graduating senior.
Artists studying with Kay Barnebey will hold an exhibition at Gallery 28.02 Latitudes from March 7th through March 21st. Their work will be displayed on easles dispersed through the Gallery art work.
Austin ceramicist and RCA Exhibiting Artist Jason Hooper gave a demonstration of his pottery processes on Sunday, February 8, as part of the Rockport Clay Expo weekend.
