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Fields is a camping, music, and arts festival at the Ramblewood campgrounds in Darlington, Maryland on August 22, 23, and 24, 2014.

This festival is an immersive experience of the DIY artist community from Baltimore and will include over 60 local and out-of-town bands, performance art, dance, plays, comedy, film, sound and visual installations, and special food presentations throughout the campgrounds.

This three-day event features many baltimore musicians: Dan Deacon, Matmos, Flock of Dimes, Horse Lords, Nautical Almanac, Zomes, Microkingdom, DJ Dog Dick, Abdu Ali, Chiffon, Ghost Life, Lizz King, Vlonde, Mole Suit Choir, Miconids, Sick Din, and fifty or so other acts. Along with all of those, there are plenty of filmmakers, artists, and dancers and more.

Tickets go on sale June 19. The first 50 tickets will cost $50 , and then after that, the advance ticket price is $65. Tickets at the gate go for $85. There will also be a small cabins to rent at $20 for the weekend.

For more information visit their website http://www.fieldsfestival.com/

The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) is currently seeking an artisan in the National Capital Region (District of Columbia, Northern Virginia, Suburban Maryland) to create four awards for a pilot Climate and Energy Leadership Awards Program.

We have a few thoughts as to what the design could include but mostly want to leave it open to the creativity of the artist. We are looking for a unique design that is a “conversation piece.” For instance, something that a local elected official can bring to a community event and discuss with citizens. We are not looking for a 2-dimensional certificate or plaque. Environmental aspects are also preferable. For instance, the award could be made from recycled materials. The award could (but is not required to) incorporate the COG logo and/or the award program’s design.

A 2-5 page proposal that includes the design concept and a cost proposal is due by Monday, June 30, 2014. Please include weblinks and/or photos of sample artwork/galleries in the proposal.Cost proposal should not exceed at total of $4,999. The awards will need to be completed and delivered to COG by Friday, August 29, 2014.

The work of the selected artist will be authorized through a purchase order/fixed price agreement. Initial payment will be made upon award with final payment made upon delivery of the completed awards. Total compensation will be based on the cost proposal associated with the selected artisan. If the program is continued beyond 2014, there is potential for additional commission(s) in 2015 and beyond.

Submit proposals to Maia Davis (mdavis@mwcog.org, 202-962-3227).

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Third Thursday Series: Spice Band

This perennial audience favorite is back by popular demand. The versatility of the band spans traditional jazz, contemporary, fusion, R&B, and original music. Spice has shared the stage with such notable entertainers as The Drifters, Sheila Ford, and Gabrielle Goodman.

Spice Band.

This performance is part of the museum’s monthly Third Thursday Series. On the third Thursday of the month, the museum is open until 8pm. For just $5, you can visit the galleries and enjoy a live performance. Performances begin at 6pm.

Click here to RSVP for this event. Note: You will still need to buy museum admission.

Date and Time:
Thursday, June 19, 5:00 pm

For more information call 443-263-1800

The Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance (GBCA) is excited to announce the second cycle of the RUBYS, project-based grants that provide up to $10,000 directly to individual artists who live in Baltimore or the five surrounding counties.

Artists may apply for one grant in one of four discipline categories—Performing Arts, Media Arts, Visual Arts, Literary Arts—and grants will be awarded in each discipline category. Artists may apply for grants of up to $10,000 to be applied to a project over a 12-month period.

Submission deadline is Monday, June 30, 2014

To apply visit http://baltimoreculture.org/programs/rubys/

 

The elephants in Druid Hill Park have arrived at last. Check out photos from yesterday’s unveiling ceremony:

Painted by ALCO

One of the baby elephants painted by ALCO

One of five elephants meandering through the park

One of five elephants meandering through the park

 

Deborah Patterson sporting her pink elephant purse

Deborah Patterson sporting her pink elephant purse

Artist Barbara Thompson in the spotlight

Artist Barbara Thompson in the spotlight

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Deborah goes through the list of dozens of people who helped make this project a reality

Deborah introduces the Elephants: a project 2 years in the making

Will Backstrom from PNC Bank describes the birth of the Transformative Art Prize

Will Backstrom from PNC Bank describes the birth of the Transformative Art Prize

Randi Vega & Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake

Randi Vega & Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake

Artist Barbara Thompson

Artist Barbara Thompson

 

Randi Vega & Will Backstrom, the masterminds behind the PNC Transformative Art Prize

Randi Vega & Will Backstrom, the masterminds behind the PNC Transformative Art Prize