October 23-26, 2003
University School of Nashville

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artclectic traditionally 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 $250,000 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 2003 is the first-ever fully juried show: A distinguished group of art professionals decided which artists would be invited to participate.

Over 125 artists submitted samples of their work, and their variety and their level of accomplishment were extraordinary.

The jurors considered work on Saturday the 31st of May from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The jury (most of whom are working artists themselves) consisted of Jerry Waters, faculty, Tennessee State University; Lanie Gannon, faculty at Belmont University; Victoria Boone, Watkins College of Art and Design; John Baeder, painter; and David Ribar, Associate Professor of Art at Belmont University.

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 62 artists from 10 states to join 3 USN faculty members for artclectic 2003.

Artists interested in receiving a Call for Entry for artclectic 2004 or community members interested in participating on a volunteer basis please contact us via email at artclectic@usn.org

 

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