Passing on information about the upcoming Artists’ Retreat this Weekend. There’s still space; sign up!
From Katie Fox:
2010 S.C. Artists’ Retreat Schedule and Details
We can’t wait to see you!
The S.C. Artists’ Retreat is shaping up to be a great time. This message includes information that you should review before packing your bags for our weekend together. It will be an active weekend for both your brain and your body!
Please remember that, although we will provide lunch both days, breakfast and dinner are not covered by your registration fee. We will have coffee, water, and snacks at the site. On Saturday night, we will gather in groups at several Columbia restaurants to enjoy more time together, and dinner will be Dutch treat!
The staff of the S.C. Arts Commission and lots of your fellow artists have worked very hard to build a schedule that reflects your stated interests and needs, but the ultimate success of this weekend depends on you. Please come with ears open to hearing the ideas of others, a heart open to forging new relationships, and a mind open to changing the way you see your work and your career. In general, be ready to rock.
There is still space available at the retreat, so keep sharing the information with friends! Feel free to encourage them to call or email me if they have any questions. Additionally, please call us if you need any special accommodations during our time together.
Travel safely!
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Katie Fox, Program Director
kfox@arts.sc.gov
(803)734-8767
Be sure to pack…
Comfortable Clothes (suitable for optional movement activities)
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Umbrella or other rain gear
Sketchbook and/or Journal
Pencils and Pens
Digital Camera
100 Business Cards
Directions
The Clarion Hotel is located at 1615 Gervais Street, on the corner of Pickens and Gervais Streets in downtown Columbia.
Hand Middle School is in the middle of the Shandon neighborhood, at 2600 Wheat Street, the intersection of Wheat and King Streets.
From I-77S and I-20S, take 277 into Columbia, where it becomes Bull Street. Take Bull Street to Gervais Street. Turn left on Gervais, and the Clarion Hotel is a few blocks down on the left. To reach Hand Middle School, continue on Gervais Street and turn right on Harden Street. Take Harden Street through the 5 Points neighborhood and head up the hill into Shandon. Turn left on Wheat Street, then right on King Street, and the school parking lot will be on your left.
From I-26, take 126 into downtown Columbia, where it becomes Elmwood Avenue. Turn right where Elmwood dead ends at Bull Street, and follow the directions above.
If you have trouble finding either location, please call (803)727-8520.
Retreat Schedule
Friday, May 14
If you’re in town and have a mind to, meet us on the rooftop bar at the Sheraton at 6:30 for a great view of the city. We’ll then hit the Columbia scene with our marvelous local-artist hosts! The Sheraton is located at the corner of Main and Washington Streets.
Saturday, May 15
8 – 9 am Registration and general mingling
9 – 10 Going with Plan A
What do you most need right now to be fed and
fueled, practically and creatively?
10 – 11:15 Choose Your Own Adventure Sessions
Try new activities with new people!
11:30 – noon You rock
Let’s talk about how.
noon – 12:45 Lunch
1 – 1:45 pm How Abby Quit Her Day Job
1:45 – 2:30 Demons to Daemons
Transforming hinderance into strength.
2:30 – 3:45 Choose Your Own Adventure Sessions
4 – 6 pm Showcase
6 – 7 pm Take a break, prep for dinner
7 pm Dinner groups leave from the Clarion Hotel
Sunday, May 16
9 – 9:30 am Morning Warm-Up
Ease body and mind into the morning.
9:30 – 11 Yes, and…if you could not fail
Big dreams are the ones worth following.
11 – noon A Canvas of Artists
What challenges must we surmount together?
Noon – 12:45 Lunch
1:00 – 1:30 Pecha Kucha Presentations
A handful of artists were allowed 20 images and
just over 6 minutes to wow us. Let’s see what
happens!
1:45 – 2:45 Crash Courses: Things to Make Your Life
Easier
We’ll have a lightening round discussion of Excel,
e-commerce, and elevator pitches.
3:00 – 3:45 Panel Discussion: Collaborations at work
3:45 – 4:30 Canvas of Artist small discussion groups
4:30 – 5:00 Review and wrap up
5:00 Depart