ARTWALK 2008
7th Annual Juried Art Show
Downtown Birmingham
Friday, September 5th: 5-10pm
Saturday, September 6th: Noon-6pm
ARTIST APPLICATION [pdf] DOWNLOAD IT NOW!!
Deadlines for Artist Applications is April 1 and April 31
Birmingham's Loft District from 2nd Avenue North to Morris Avenue between 22nd and 25th Streets will be transformed into a vibrant arts district with visual artists within the first floor retail and loft space… Plus musicians, street performers, food and drink vendors. Free to the public, Artwalk attracts more than 10,000 people to downtown Birmingham to purchase unique artwork by established and emerging artists in a variety of media. Check out last year’s artists, artist hosts, map and more…
Check back for updates!
2007 WINNERS:
ARTWALK AT A GLANCE
The Artists:
In 2007, more than 100 local and regional artists of all mediums moved into more than 40 businesses and lofts for Friday & Saturday. Paintings, ceramics, photographs, sculpture, jewelry and more – all for sale. Find the piece you’ve been looking for and 10 more you didn’t know you needed. Throughout the neighborhood you’ll find galleries and resident artists and see where the pioneers of the loft district live & work.
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The Neighborhood:
Wear comfortable shoes and walk around the city's loft district. You'll have the opportunity to see inside loft residences, area businesses and galleries. Artwalk is located on historic Morris Avenue, 1st and 2nd Avenues North between 22nd and 25th Streets. Participating businesses and residents open their doors to the artists and public for this wonderful weekend of art.
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The Performers:
Continuing our tradition of showcasing local musicians and performance artists, Artwalk 2007 brought you 2 outdoor performance stages, spoken word and a multitude of street performers.
Morris Avenue – Lemak/Jones Cobblestone Café
FRIDAY PERFORMANCES
6-7 Hotel Palatine
7:30-8:30 Lonesome Spirit Device
8:30-9 Pyro Salto
9-10 Teen Getaway
SATURDAY PERFORMANCES
12:30-1:30 Jazz Hall of Fame Band
2-3 Ramblin Reunion Band
3:30-4 Alex Swindle: Elvis Tribute
4:30-5:30 All That Fuss
2nd Avenue South & 23rd Street - Artwalk Design Depot
FRIDAY PERFORMANCES
5:30-6:30 Roxie Watson
7-8 Duquette Johnston
SATURDAY ARTIST WORKSHOPS
Noon-2 Elizabeth Blake - Explore Fiber Arts
2-4 John Scalici - “Get Rhythm” Drum Circle
4-6 Laura Stacey – Batik
2309 1st Ave N – Omni Studio Garage
FRIDAY PERFORMANCES
7 PM SPOKEN WORD presented by THE2NDHAND
• Nadria Tucker – Winner of Artwalk/THE2NDHAND Contest
• T.J. Beitelman – Alabama School of Fine Arts
• Jonathan Messinger – Time Out Chicago
• Todd Dills – Editor THE2NDHAND
Artwalk KidZone:
Located off of 24th Street between 1st & 2nd Aves N (behind Space One Eleven), Artwalk KidZone will take place Saturday ONLY, noon- 6 pm. Activities will take place on a fantastic and fun journey through a little art history.
In 2007, the KidZone was led by artists Lisa Michitti, Katherine Cooper, and Megan Marr and their assistants - activities included a Matisse story collage, Kandinsky music paintings, and Mondrian shape and line design.
Surrealism for kids included 3 fun activities about Dali, Giacometti, and Magritte. Patrons of all ages got hands on with three different collaborative murals in the styles of Jackson Pollock and Diego Rivera.
One mural will be featured at this year’s PREAMBLE auction!
Food/Drink:
Artwalk 2007 hosted food/drink vendors in the following outside areas on site:
Lemak/Jones Cobblestone Café:
Beer/wine/water/sodas, La Cocina, Greek Tavern, Philly Cheese, Funnel Cakes & More
24th Street & Saturday KidZone:
Beer/wine/water/sodas, Starbucks & Shaved Ice
Artwalk Design Depot:
Beer/wine/water/sodas, Firehouse Subs
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Restaurants/Bars & AFTER Artwalk:
Throughout Artwalk, check out the ongoing entertainment venues that are open throughout the year in and near the district for your enjoyment. Check out Black & White for ongoing music listings & Artwalk specials. From North to South:
• The Neighborhood Market – 2310 1st Ave N: Drinks/snacks/cigarettes
• SpeakEasy – 1920 3rd Ave N: Full bar, pool tables, music
• Metro Bistro - 2125 2nd Ave N: Full bar, sandwiches & music
• The German Club – 2318 2nd Ave N: Full bar, food & music
• John’s City Diner – 112 21st St N: Full bar & restaurant
• The Wine Loft – 2201 Ave N: Full bar, appetizer menu
• Steel – 2300 1st Ave N – Full bar, appetizer menu, music
• Matthew’s Bar & Grill – 2308 Morris Ave: Full bar/restaurant, music
• The Station – 2023 Morris Ave: Full bar, dancing
• WorkPlay – 500 23rd St S: Full bar, music
• Cobb Lane Restaurant – 1 Cobb Lane: Full bar & restaurant
Artwalk After Party:
This “invitation-only” event takes place on Saturday night of Artwalk at Sloss Furnaces. Music, Food and adult refreshments make for a fantastic party… all to thank our artists, sponsors and the legion of volunteers that make Artwalk possible. How can you be a part of this exclusive group? Check out sponsor and volunteer opportunities… and be quick about it!!
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2007 Sponsors
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