Friday, August 27, 2010

FREE ARTS ADVICE FOR INDIVIDUAL ARTISTS AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS - Septempber 11, 2010

AT ARTS TUNE-UP
SEPTEMBER 11 IN LONG BEACH

Individual artists and small budget organizations can benefit from free expert advice and information on various aspects of arts management on Saturday, September 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at an "Arts Tune-Up" at the Museum of Latin American Art in Long Beach. Even though the event is free, it is recommended that participants register via SurveyMonkey:

Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/longbeach0911

The fast -paced "arts tune-up" format works like this: There will be several tables set up with an arts expert/consultant addressing a specific subject located at each table. Participants choose a topic they want to learn more about. After 25 minutes, participants rotate to another table with a topic of interest as the sessions repeat. There will be a total of 5 round-robin sessions of 25 minutes each. Participants are welcome to come by for an hour or stay for the entire morning.

Topics for individual artists include Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Fundraising for Individual Artists, Getting Your Sh*t Together, Green Art Initiatives, Health Insurance for Individual Artists, Individual Artist Resources/Investing in Artists, Intro to Public Art, Is Getting a Masters in Arts Administration the Right Choice for You, Licensing and Resources for Visual Artists, Marketing for Visual Artists and PR for Performing Artists.

Topics for small budget arts organizations include Arts Education In-School Resources (K-12) & Working in Arts Education (K-12), Cultural and Community Outreach, Fundraising for Organizations, LA Stage Alliance and Census & Patron Manager Programs and Marketing for Arts Organizations.

THE FACTS

WHAT
ARTS TUNE-UP for Individual Artists and Small Budget Arts Organizations

WHEN
Saturday, September 11, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

WHERE
Museum of Latin American Art
Sculpture & Events Garden
628 Alamitos Avenue
Long Beach, CA 90802

HOW MUCH
FREE, but registration is recommended

HOW TO REGISTER
REGISTER through SurveyMonkey.

Go to http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/longbeach0911

PARKING
Parking is available at no charge

MORE INFORMATION
Anji Gaspar-Milanovic
Technical Assistance Programs Manager
Los Angeles County Arts Commission, 213 202-3981

The Arts Tune-Up is sponsored by the Los Angeles County Arts Commission and the Arts Council for Long Beach in collaboration with the Museum of Latin American Art, LA Stage Alliance and the Center for Cultural Innovation.

The Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Laura Zucker, Executive Director, provides leadership in cultural services of all disciplines for the largest county in the United States, encompassing 88 municipalities. The Arts Commission provides leadership and staffing to support the regional blueprint for arts education, Arts for All; administers a grants program that funds more than 300 nonprofit arts organizations annually; oversees the County's Civic Art Program for capital projects; programs the John Anson Ford Theatres; funds the largest arts internship program in the country in conjunction with the Getty Foundation; and supports the Los Angeles County Cultural Calendar on ExperienceLA.com. The Commission also produces free community programs, including the L.A. Holiday Celebration broadcast nationally, and a year-round music program that funds more than 40 free concerts each year in public sites. The 2010-11 President of the Arts Commission is Ronald D. Rosen.

For more information please consult the Arts Commission online press kit: http://lacountyarts.org/page/pubnewspress

Tuesday, August 24, 2010

FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES - August 25, 2010

CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT...
"FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES"
(This series will sell out! Walk-Ins welcome but we recommend
registering on line in advance!)

August 25, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 1) U.S. Distribution-

Negotiating the Theatrical AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
DESCRIPTION: All too often in the independent film world, making a movie
is not nearly as difficult as securing a distribution deal. Getting
distribution is frequently more challenging than raising financing and
producing the film. Even so, many filmmakers mistakenly believe if they
make a good film, distribution will be easily obtainable. This is a huge
mistake. Distributors must feel confident that they can make a make a
solid return on their investment to cover the cost and time involved in
distributing a film. Although not necessary, having a name director or
star can improve the chances of securing distribution. Often film
festivals are used to get distribution.

• In this introductory class we will look at the various ways to
obtain U.S. film distribution as well as how to negotiate a U.S.
theatrical distribution agreement.

This workshop is Part 1 of a four-part series on film distribution.
Registration for all four workshops is encouraged but not required.

September 1, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 2) U.S.

Distribution- Negotiating the Producer Representative Agreement
Speaker: Akua Boyenne
September 15, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 3) Foreign

Distribution- Negotiating the Sale AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
October 27, 2010 (7pm to 8:30pm): Film Series (part 4) Self

Distribution- Exploring Alternative DistributionSpeaker: Akua Boyenne
SPEAKER: Akua Boyenne, Esq. is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School,
Tufts University and extensive programs at UCLA Entertainment Law
Studies. She is admitted to practice in California, New York and New
Jersey, is a member of the American Bar Association (Entertainment Law
Section), the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Entertainment and
Intellectual Property Section), Film Independent, Inc. and the National
Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc.

WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of CLA, Santa Monica
Residents and Co-sponsors: $10, C.L.A. Senior Citizen Members & C.L.A.
Student Members: $5


REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, email us (please include your
contactinfo and specify the workshop date(s)) at:
toyin.moses@calawyersforthearts.org
,or register online
at

http://www.calawyersforthearts.org/Default.aspx?pageId=597507


These workshops were made possible, in part, by support provided by the

California Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, and the
California Community Foundation.

Monday, August 23, 2010

Arts Education Roundtable - September 14, 2010

Arts for All
Arts Education Roundtable

Community Conversations

When: Tuesday, September 14, 2010. 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Where: Los Angeles County Arts Commission
1055 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 800
Los Angeles, CA 90017

What: Engage in roundtable conversations to build understanding of diverse perspectives in arts education. Hear from parents, teachers, and school and business leaders about what they value.

Please register by September 10th
http://artsforallartsedroundtable.eventbrite.com/

________________________________
Established by the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, Arts for All is the dynamic, county-wide collaboration working to create vibrant classrooms, schools, communities and economies through the restoration of all arts disciplines into the core curriculum for each of our 1.7 million public K-12 students.

The Arts for All Arts Education Roundtable is a forum for arts education organizations, teaching artists, and advocates to raise issues pertinent to arts education, advance the work and knowledge of the field, network, and share best practices. Through the Roundtable, Arts for All supports the diverse network of community artists and arts organizations who partner with Los Angeles County schools to ensure all students experience a high quality arts education.

Sign up for the roundtable listserv newsletter by emailing
arts_ed_roundtable-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

Friday, August 20, 2010

CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT "FILM DISTRIBUTION SERIES" - August 25, 2010

(This series will sell out! Walk-Ins welcome but we recommend registering on line in advance!)

August 25, 2010: Film Series (part 1) U.S. Distribution- Negotiating the Theatrical Agreement. Speaker: Akua Boyenne

DESCRIPTION: All too often in the independent film world, making a movie is not nearly as difficult as securing a distribution deal. Getting distribution is frequently more challenging than raising financing and producing the film. Even so, many filmmakers mistakenly believe if they make a good film, distribution will be easily obtainable. This is a huge mistake. Distributors must feel confident that they can make a make a solid return on their investment to cover the cost and time involved in distributing a film. Although not necessary, having a name director or star can improve the chances of securing distribution. Often film festivals are used to get distribution.

• In this introductory class we will look at the various ways to obtain U.S. film distribution as well as how to negotiate a U.S. theatrical distribution agreement.

This workshop is Part 1 of a four-part series on film distribution. Registration for all four workshops is encouraged but not required.

September 1, 2010: Film Series (part 2) U.S. Distribution- Negotiating the Producer Representative Agreement

Speaker: Akua Boyenne

September 15, 2010: Film Series (part 3) Foreign Distribution-
Negotiating the Sale AgreementSpeaker: Akua Boyenne

October 27, 2010: Film Series (part 4) Self Distribution- Exploring
Alternative DistributionSpeaker: Akua Boyenne

SPEAKER: Akua Boyenne, Esq. is a graduate of Seton Hall Law School, Tufts University and extensive programs at UCLA Entertainment Law Studies. She is admitted to practice in California, New York and New Jersey, is a member of the American Bar Association (Entertainment Law Section), the Beverly Hills Bar Association (Entertainment and Intellectual Property Section), Film Independent, Inc. and the National Academy of Recording Arts & Sciences, Inc.

WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of CLA, Santa Monica
Residents and Co-sponsors: $10, C.L.A. Senior Citizen Members & C.L.A.

StudentMembers: $5

REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, email us (please include your contactinfo and specify the workshop date(s)) at: toyin.moses@calawyersforthearts.org
, or register online at:

http://www.calawyersforthearts.org/Default.aspx?pageId=597507

Saturday, August 14, 2010

SAN PEDRO ART CENTER SEEKS GALLERY DOCENTS

Angels Gate Cultural Center is seeking gallery docent/attendents.*

Angels Gate Cultural Center in San Pedro is looking for docents and
attendents
on weekends and during special events and programs.

Position entails answering phones, providing general information about
exhibitions and programs, tallying gallery/program attendance and
generally making visitors feel at home and well informed when they visit
AGCC. Candidates must be friendly and have good communication skills.
Hours are primarily weekends (9:30-5:30) and evenings during special
events. Must have own transportation. $10 per hour, on an as-needed
basis.

Please contact Marshall Astor for more information at 310-519-0936 or marshall@angelsgateart.org

Wednesday, August 11, 2010

NEW ENGLAND FILMMAKERS MEETING - August 19, 2010

NEFM presents Meet & Greet with Film-Friendly Steven... Logo

As members of the film community in the New England area, it is vital that we have our voice heard to help ensure future work in our region.

Steven Howitt, a member of SAG/AFTRA and MPC is running against current State Rep D'Amico, who sponsored HB3854 - a bill that if it had passed would have rolled back the Mass Film Tax Credit, and by it's mere proposal has arguably shown its' effect on this past year's film production activity.

The New England Film Movement is issue-oriented, and not party-aligned. It is critical that as a group we show the diversity of talent, culture, socio-economic status and vocational calling behind the scenes. "Film-Foes" are quick to dismiss the importance of the movement as frivolous and geared toward Hollywood studios making money. This does not accurately depict the true nature of our collective mission, nor does it take into account the backbone of this industry which is comprised of creative, hard-working neighbors and constituents, including not only actors, but writers, designers, stylists, electricians, contractors, caterers, EMTs and so many more - few other ventures touch as many ancillary business as what we are involved in and committed to... hobbyists and full-timers, union and non-union.

Please take the time to join us on Thursday, August 19th, to show the legislature the force behind the New England Film Movement. Your presence alone will go a long way to illustrate that we are a group committed to making New England a viable option and smart choice for film production, and giving us all "The Right To Work."

6-8pm Meet & Greet with Steven Howitt
8-10pm Mix & Mingle with Industry Professionals

Suggested Donation $10
You are invited to the following event:
NEFM presents Meet & Greet with Film-Friendly Steven Howitt

Date:
Thursday, August 19, 2010 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (ET)

Location:
Generations
81 Memorial Drive
Avon MA

ART - ON THE RADIO!

Stacia on the Arts is a radio program which explores the importance of the arts and the effect on development. Broadcasts live in AM 1680 and then is uploaded to AdrenalineRadio.com and AdviceRadio.com

SEEKING: Listeners, you can download the free podcasts each week online!

SEEKING: Guests! Educators, artists, actors, dancers, musicians, scientists, children, etc... Each guest will be asked about their career in the arts and how visual and performing arts have impacted their lives.

SEEKING: Advertisers $50 for 30 seconds and $75 for 1 minute (which can be split over two weeks) $10 off if you mention laculturenet yahoo group!

For Further Information Contact: 818-568-0058 or starstacia@yahoo.com

Tuesday, August 10, 2010

YOUTH THEATER SEEKS DIRECTOR+ - September 1, 2010

The Buena Park Youth Theatre is seeking a director, vocal director, and choreographer for their 2010 November production (Show TBD). Performances will be held November 19-21 & 26-28 in Buena Park. Director interviews will be held Monday, August 16th and Vocal Director and Choreographer interviews will be held on Tuesday, August 17th. Follow up interviews are scheduled for Thursday, August 19th. Interviews by appointment only. The Buena Park Youth Theatre has been producing fully staged Broadway musicals since 1980. Over 2400 young people between the ages of 8-18 have participated in full length shows such as Bye Bye Birdie, Annie Get Your Gun, Once on This Island, Joseph, and many more. Non-union only.

Qualified applicants may email resumes to Dave Labok:

dwlabok@yahoo.com

OPEN AUDITIONS FOR A NEW COMEDY - August 15, 2010

"The Further Adventures of Hedda Gabler", By Jeff Whitty (Avenue Q). Directed by Sabrina Ann Lloyd, at Santa Monica's Morgan-Wixson Theatre, Pico Boulevard @ 27th Street. Open Auditions August 14 & 15. Performance Dates September 25 - October 17.

Details:

http://tinyurl.com/FAHGAuditions
info@morgan-wixson.org

GRAMMY MUSEUM EDUCATOR OPEN HOUSE - August 24, 2010

Free Educator Open House: Tuesday, August 24th, 2010 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Come to the GRAMMY Museum for our 2010/2011 Educator Open House. This exciting opportunity for elementary, middle and high school faculty and staff will allow teachers to preview the Museum's exhibits and upcoming educational workshops as well as ask questions of educators who have brought students to the Museum in the past year. All teachers who attend the Educator Open House will be entered to win a transportation scholarship for their class during the 2010/2011 school year. Parking validations for the Olympic East Garage provided. This event is free and open to all teachers and administrators. Please RSVP!

Contact:

education@grammymuseum.org

Monday, August 9, 2010

CALL FOR "DAY OF THE DEAD" THEMED ART - August 27, 2010

Artists are asked to submit for consideration two and three-dimensional work (including ofrendas/altars) that examines rituals honoring the deceased and/or pays tribute to departed ancestors. Interactive and interpretive works will be particularly encouraged. Entry fee.

For more information:

History Division
El Pueblo de Los Angeles Historical Monument
125 Paseo de la Plaza Suite 400
Los Angeles CA 90012

213-485-8437
khue.jacobs@lacity.org

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ON THE INTERNET SEMINAR - August 11, 2010

CALIFORNIA LAWYERS FOR THE ARTS IS PLEASED TO PRESENT...

Intellectual Property on the Internet: An Advanced Seminar for Artists,
Writers, & Others Who Create & Use Digital Content

AUGUST 11, 2010

With William J.O'Brien, Esq.

DESCRIPTION:This program will provide insights and guidance about the
specialchallenges of using the Internet as a source, medium,
anddistribution channel for creative content.

Topics to be addressedinclude:

*
The practicalities of establishing and protecting copyrights in online
content

*
Ownership and control of collaborative efforts

*
What is "fair use" of copyrighted material?

*
Avoiding liability for unintentional infringement

*
Take-down notices and "safe harbors" under the Digital Millennium
Copyright Act

*
Use of trademarks on the Internet

*
Selection and protection of website names and URLs

*
Cybersquatting and domain-name disputes

SPEAKER:Bill O'Brien, Esq.is a trial and appellate lawyer with more than
19 years of experiencein intellectual property cases. Bill has extensive
experience withcopyright, trademark, trade dress, trade secret, patent,
and ideasubmission cases on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants.
Hiswork has involved I.P. rights in subjects ranging from films
tomilitary aircraft, from music to medical devices, and frominfomercials
to advanced chemistry. He has successfully representedclients in major
jury trials and in the federal and state appellatecourts.

Billbegan his intellectual property career at a widely
respectedintellectual property boutique, Christie Parker & Hale,
beforejoining O'Melveny & Myers, one of the country's top lawfirms. Bill
was a partner at O'Melveny and Co-Chair of its Patentand Technology
Litigation Practice Group. He was also a partner atAlschuler Grossman
Stein & Kahan, one of Southern California'smost highly regarded
entertainment litigation firms.

AtOne LLP, Bill is able to offer personal, high quality legal
servicesfar more efficiently and at much lower cost than is possible in
largefirms. One LLP's leaner and more flexible structure allows Bill
totailor his services to each client's objectives and resources,while
focusing on the objectives that are most likely to bring eachcase to a
successful conclusion. Bill works with clients tostrategically plan and
budget for each case at the outset of his workand on an ongoing basis
thereafter.

Billclosely follows developments in intellectual property law
andprocedure. He frequently speaks and writes on intellectual
propertyissues.

WHEN: Wednesday, August 11, 2010, 7:00-8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Ken Edwards Center, 1527 Fourth Street, Santa Monica, CA 90401

ADMISSION: General Admission: $20, Members of C.L.A., Santa Monica
Residents and Co-sponsors: $10, C.L.A. Senior Citizen Members & C.L.A.
Student Members: $5

REGISTRATION: Call CLA at (310) 998-5590, email us (please include your
contactinfo and specify the workshop date(s)) at:
toyin.moses@calawyersforthearts.org
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http://www.calawyersforthearts.org/Default.aspx?pageId=597507


These workshops were made possible, in part, by support provided by
theCalifornia Arts Council, the Los Angeles County Arts Commission,
andthe California Community Foundation.

Monday, August 2, 2010

HEALTH INSURANCE WORKSHOP FOR PASADENA CA - August 14, 2010

What: Health Insurance 101 Workshop
Where: Armory Center for the Arts
145 North Raymond Avenue, Pasadena, CA 91103
When: Saturday, August 14, 1-3 p.m.

RSVP: http://armory.eventbrite.com
Cost: Free!
Bring: Your questions and a notebook.

Speaker: Michael Grodsky, founder, Aquarius Insurance Services.
About: "Even if you’re healthy now, sooner or later there will
come a time when you will need health insurance. Not having health
insurance when you need it can result in large amounts of debt and bad
credit ratings. Worrying about health insurance and the cost of your
care is the last thing you want to do." ---U.S. Department of Health &
Human Services.

Attendees will learn how to navigate our tangled web of health insurance
options though this unbiased survey of insurance markets. This event is
for individuals & families, businesses, and organizations needing health
insurance. Topics include:

* How to choose a plan.
* Individual & family plans.
* Guaranteed-issue group plans for the self-employed &
organizations.
* Association plans for artists and educators.
* The impact of health insurance reform.

Saturday Health Insurance 101 workshops at the Armory.
1:00-3:00 pm on August 14, September 11, October 16.

For more information contact Michael Grodsky.
HealthInsuranceForArtists.com
phone: (323) 293-6800
email: michael@HealthInsuranceForArtists.com
Aquarius Insurance Services
CA insurance license 0F43491

About the Speaker: Michael Grodsky provides health insurance consulting
services for artists and arts organizations. He is a musician, a board
member for Side Street Projects , a non-profit
artist-run organization, and is the insurance and financial planning
specialist for GYST , an artist-run company
providing information and technology solutions for artists.

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