October
21 - 24, 2004
University School of Nashville
615.324.1458
artclectic History
artclectic provides a unique arts forum for University School of Nashville and the community by showcasing a diverse selection of quality art. This weekend show and sale has netted over $275,000 for USN and its programs since its debut as an annual event in 1997, thanks in great measure to each year’s dedicated cadre of all-volunteer committee members and supporters. In addition to its primary fundraising mission, the show gives rise to valuable arts education opportunities for USN’s students and the Nashville community, including artist demonstrations, class show tours, and discussions with the artists (see “Education Day”).
2002 was a transition year. A group of core artists joined a set of juried-in artists to present the most successful show in its brief history. Professional lighting, giant hanging panels, and dramatic music truly transformed the Tigers’ gym into a world-class art gallery. artclectic 2004 is the second year as a fully juried show: A distinguished group of art professionals decided which artists would be invited to participate.
Over 135 artists submitted samples of their work, and their variety and their level of accomplishment were extraordinary.
The jurors considered work on Friday and Saturday the 21st and 22nd of May. The jury (two of whom are working artists themselves) consisted of Timothy Weber, Tennessee Arts Commission; David Jones, faculty at Western Kentucky University; and Anna Erickson, Gagozian Gallery in New York City.
Our jurors’ real dilemma each year will continue to be just how to achieve the perfect eclectic mix of art that gives any particular show its unique identity. This year, the jury selected 55 artists from 10 states to join 6 USN faculty members for artclectic 2004.
Artists interested in receiving a Call for Entry for artclectic 2005 or community members interested in participating on a volunteer basis please contact us via email at artclectic@usn.org .
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about USN's new
visual arts facility, the
Christine Slayden
Tibbott Center