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Artwalk Top 10 List : August, 2007 |
| Posted by Administrator (artwalk) on Sep 05 2007 |
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August, 2007
Artwalk Friends,
On behalf of Artwalk 2007 artists, hosts, volunteers & staff, I’d like to personally invite you to our 6th Annual Juried Art Show, September 7-8! Only 3 weeks away and already shaping up to be the best one yet! There are so many things to see and do – patrons should plan in advance for the full experience! Here’s a run-down of everything that should be on your list. Enjoy!
Joy Myers, Artwalk Director
ARTWALK TOP 10 LIST
1. The Program:
First things first… Pick up Black & White’s August 23rd edition for an awesome 32 page color program, listing every artist and location with a fantastic map of the district. Printed entirely in color, check out images from more than 100 artists participating… plus great tips on where to go “after” Artwalk!
While you’re at it, check out our other media partners and all the great promotion of Artwalk in Birmingham Magazine, on 106.9 the Eagle & New Country 97.3, on Brighthouse, CityVision & Charter Cable and online at al.com.
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2. The Artists:
More than 100 local and regional artists of all mediums will move in to 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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3. The Neighborhood:
Wear comfortable shoes and walk the 12 plus blocks of the loft and design districts. Bordered by 2nd Avenue North and 2nd Avenue South, there are 45 artist hosts, galleries, restaurants & bars between 21st and 25th Streets.
Can’t quite make the hike over the viaduct? Hop on a truly historic trolley with a short route dedicated to the patrons of Artwalk. With four convenient stops on 2nd Ave N, 1st Ave S, 2nd Ave S, & 1st Ave N, you can make a complete circuit in about 20 minutes.
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4. The Performers:
Continuing our tradition of showcasing local musicians and performance artists, Artwalk 2007 brings 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
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 Daniel 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
5. 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.
Led by artists Lisa Michitti, Katherine Cooper, and Megan Marr and their assistants - activities will include a Matisse story collage, Kandinsky music paintings, and Mondrian shape and line design.
Surrealism for kids will include 3 fun activities about Dali, Giacometti, and Magritte. Patrons of all ages can get hands on with three different collaborative murals in the styles of Jackson Pollock and Diego Rivera.
One mural will be featured at next year’s PREAMBLE auction! So bring your kids, your neighbor’s kids, your grandkids or even just yourself to come have fantastic fun with art!
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6. Food/Drink:
Artwalk will host 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 Trolley Stop & Saturday KidZone:
Beer/wine/water/sodas, Starbucks & Shaved Ice
Artwalk Design Depot:
Beer/wine/water/sodas, Firehouse Subs
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7. 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
Parking is free on the street after 6 pm and all weekend, if you can find a spot. Best bet for ample parking is near Bare Hands Gallery (check out the design district and hop the trolley) and behind Morris Avenue (enter through 23rd Street)
ATMs are available at the Lemak/Jones Cobblestone Café on Morris Ave and the Artwalk Design District at 2nd Ave S & 23rd St.
Portolets are available at 24th St. N, Morris Ave and 2nd Ave S
9. Artwalk After Party:
This “invitation-only” event will take place Saturday, Sept. 8th from 7-11 pm at Sloss Furnaces. Music by DJ Coco, Food from RolyPoly and adult refreshments provided by Alabama Crown Distributing… 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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10. Invite Your Friends:
Send a link to this Artwalk Top 10 list to all of your friends and mark your calendars to enjoy one of the best weekends in Birmingham!
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