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Month: August 2020

Grant Writing Basics for Local Artists

Grant Writing Basics for Local Artists

If you are interested in applying for the CARES Artist Mural Grants this workshop will go over the basics and give some tips to submit your best application. August 26, 6:30-7:30 pm Link to join Zoom Workshop (sorry, time/date has passed) PDF of Workshop PowerPoint  Workshop Topics Writing a brief combination of artist statement and biography Emphasizing that your application should set you apart Submitting and formatting images of previous work Addressing mural themes Working with neighbors to complete your…

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CARES Artist Mural Grant Application

CARES Artist Mural Grant Application

The CARES Arts Grants are supporting the creation of neighborhood-based arts including permanent, outdoor painted murals and music throughout Rochester neighborhoods in the fall of 2020. More about the City of Rochester CARES Funding here. The purpose of this program is to provide projects for artists whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic while cultivating joy and positivity throughout the city. Organizers acknowledge that we’re giving artists a short time-frame to complete this application. The program and funding…

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Chalk the Walk Mural Locations 2020

Chalk the Walk Mural Locations 2020

Get out and explore the twelve different Chalk the Walk mural sites before the rain takes them away. These highlighted artists have their own individual styles, but each work of art is a colorful masterpiece. You can print a map with locations here. 1.   “Growing Flowers” by Brittany Sweeney, 1919 44th St. NW 2.   “Koi Joy” by Isabelle Master, 1015 Cascade Street NW 3.   “Together We Will Grow” by Brianna Acker, 125 Live, 125 Elton Hills Drive…

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Neighborhood Workout

Neighborhood Workout

Bring a few neighbors together for some physical fitness led by a Qualified Group Fitness Instructor for a Neighborhood Workout. 125 Live and RNeighbors are partnering during the aftermath of COVID-19 to provide energizing, outdoor fitness classes for a small group of neighbors. Schedule an hour-long class on your street, in a nearby park, or in your cul-de-sac, no equipment needed. For safety, the group size must  maintain at least six feet social distancing. This is a free, grant opportunity….

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Chalk the Walk Festival

Chalk the Walk Festival

We all need some more positivity in our lives right now. On Saturday, August 15, (rain date August 16) we’re inviting you to take part in a city-wide Chalk the Walk Festival to spread joy across Rochester. This effort will include pavement poetry and sidewalk art done by neighbors, as well as professionals. We’d love to see and share your work once your sidewalk is chalked. You can email us your photos or post them on social media #RochChalktheWalk. Partners…

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Chalk The Walk Grants

Chalk The Walk Grants

On Saturday, August 15, we’re inviting you to take part in a city-wide Chalk the Walk Festival. This effort will include pavement poetry and sidewalk art done by neighbors, as well as professionals. The goal of these grants is to provide opportunities for artists whose livelihoods have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, and in turn add colorful art throughout Rochester, cultivating joy and positivity. Partners in this effort include the City of Rochester, the Southeastern Minnesota Poets, and RNeighbors….

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