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WORK BY SARA GARDEN ARMSTRONG PRESENTED AT THE DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

Posted on August 7, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa
Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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205-758-5195, x6

WORK BY SARA GARDEN ARMSTRONG PRESENTED AT THE
DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) The University of Alabama Department of Art and Art History and The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa are presenting Sara Garden Armstrong: “Threads and Layers,” August 7 – September 25, 2020, in The University of Alabama Gallery and The Arts Council Gallery of the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center in Tuscaloosa. While Tuscaloosa and The University of Alabama practice safe distancing, the exhibition will be open weekdays from 1-3 p.m.

Sara Garden Armstrong: “Threads and Layers” surveys works by Alabama native and UA alumna, Sara Garden Armstrong, representing an artistic practice in Alabama and New York spanning six decades. The exhibition displays works varying in media from handmade artist books to painting to sculpture and installation, which interpret life cycles and metamorphosis using movement, color, sound, texture and light..

The artist said about this exhibition: “Chance and change drive my artwork as I explore and push the possibilities of materials. In the finished work you see movement, repetition, transparency, layering, and mapping with organic shapes and forms, often with a focus on flow and transformation.”

The exhibit brings together two-dimensional and three-dimensional works, as well as mechanical, light- and sound-based installations from the 1970s to the 2000s, and recent works covering Armstrong’s artistic production up to the present-day, which have never been presented together.

The display is guest-curated by Paul Barrett, who recently curated “For the Record: The Art of Al Sella” at the UA Gallery and “It’s Like That: Selections from the Collection of Rebecca and Jack Drake” at the Paul R. Jones Museum. Barrett represented Armstrong’s artist books at the art gallery AGNES in the 1990s, including the limited-edition mini environment she created for Airplayers, a work that is in the collections of the Pompidou Centre, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Museum of Modern Art in New York, and will be in this exhibition. “When Sara returned to Birmingham after living and working in New York for over 35 years,” Barrett said, “I was excited to experience more of her work. I mistakenly believed I was very familiar with her practice. After seeing distinct bodies of work produced in different cities and different decades, the idea of mixing her styles and processes from multiple series in a non-linear presentation to show relationships between concepts really intrigued me. When I learned the distinct series had never been presented together, I proposed a book project with a corresponding exhibition series opening where she received her MFA, which you can see at the UA Gallery.” The book will be released this fall.

Armstrong has exhibited nationally and internationally since the 1970s. She has had solo exhibitions at John Gibson Gallery, Dieu Donné Gallery, Souyun Yi Gallery and the Bronx Museum of the Arts in New York, N.Y.; and the Birmingham Museum of Art, Maralyn Wilson Gallery, Space One Eleven, and the Alabama School of Fine Arts in Birmingham, Ala. Her work has been included in numerous group exhibitions including SculptureCenter and A.I.R. Gallery, New York, N.Y.; Susan Hensel Gallery, Minneapolis, Minn.; U.S. Embassy, Czech Republic, Prague; Stiftung für Konkrete Kunst, Reutlingen, Germany; Bellevue Art Museum, Wash.; Contemporary Art Center of Virginia, Virginia Beach, Va.

Her artist books, installations and other artworks are in the collections of the Museum of Modern Art and Time, Inc., New York; Victoria and Albert Museum, London; Bibliothèque Nationale and Centre Georges Pompidou in Paris; Birmingham Museum of Art, Birmingham, Ala.; and others. Her atrium sculptures are included in such corporate collections as United Therapeutic Corporation, Silver Spring, Md. Armstrong now lives and works in Birmingham, where she founded the cooperative art gallery, Ground Floor Contemporary. Her website is http://saragardenarmstrong.com/.

The Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center is located at 620 Greensboro Avenue in downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council or Bama Theatre, patrons should follow and like “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” on Facebook and Twitter and also Instagram @tuscaloosaartscouncil.

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EXHIBIT OF WORKS BY AMBER QUINN AT THE DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

Posted on July 3, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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EXHIBIT OF WORKS BY AMBER QUINN AT THE DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) An exhibit of photography and ceramic tiles by artist Amber Quinn is on display at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center through July 24, 2020. Titled “Fragmented and Forgotten,” the exhibit is also available through video on The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa’s website at https://cac.tuscarts.org/cacgallery.php. This is a University of Alabama Department of Art and Art History master of arts thesis exhibition.

According to the artist, this body of work intertwines Quinn’s lived experiences that she deals with as a black woman with those of American history. Her interest in the premise of the contrast of her unknown and involuntary inheritance from American history still plays a role in her life, although that history is often fragmented and incomplete. By focusing on the female slave’s perspective and narrative, Quinn’s images tackle the conversation about the effects of survivor’s guilt while confronting a history she did not experience or witness. She utilizes self-portraiture to insert herself into the reality of an enslaved woman’s experience, the facade she had to maintain and how this idea of avoidance is still an issue in the present.

“The intent of this work is to bring attention to the relationship between oppression and suppression by comprehending notions of power dynamics, identity and Black womanhood,” said the artist.

Amber Quinn received the BA in Arts from the University of Montevallo (2018). She recently completed her MA in studio arts (concentrated in photography) this past spring and will be continuing her MFA this fall, both at The University of Alabama. She was recently awarded a grant in The Arts Council’s Small Grants Program.

Gallery Hours are weekdays from 1-3 p.m. The venue is following guidelines set forth by the City of Tuscaloosa Mask Ordinance so visitors are asked to wear a mask when visiting.

For more information about The Arts Council, visit https://tuscarts.org.

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EXHIBIT OF SELECTED PIECES FROM THE ARTS COUNCIL’S PERMANENT COLLECTION AVAILABLE THROUGH VIDEO

Posted on June 5, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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EXHIBIT OF SELECTED PIECES FROM THE ARTS COUNCIL’S PERMANENT COLLECTION AVAILABLE THROUGH VIDEO

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) Selected Pieces from The Arts Council’s Permanent Collection are now on display at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. The collection contains a variety of two and three dimensional Purchase Awards from the West Alabama Juried Show and the Double Exposure Statewide Photography Competition. A few works that were donated to the organization are also included.

Although the DWCAC is not yet open to the public, these images are available through video on The Arts Council’s website at https://cac.tuscarts.org/cacgallery.php.

Artists include: Nathan Purath, Eric Nubbe, Elizabeth Prelich, Jean Ignatz Morris, Anne Mottershead Betak, Nathan Goodson, Maurice Claybaugh, Margaret Gluhman, Sky Shineman, Lorrie Lane, Sue Blackshear, Michael Moore, James Conner, Al Sella, Charlotte Wegrzynowski, Richard Zoellner, Bradford Daly, James E. Morris, Jr., Chip Cooper, Warren Simons, Jerry Lamme, Tina Evans, Sarah Marshall and Mathews/ Waters.

For more information about The Arts Council, visit https://tuscarts.org.

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STREAMING OPPORTUNITIES CONTINUE TO BENEFIT THE BAMA

Posted on May 21, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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STREAMING OPPORTUNITIES CONTINUE TO BENEFIT THE BAMA

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) In an attempt to bring new productions to the film going public and benefit movie houses, Magnolia Pictures is currently providing streaming opportunities of new releases for a small fee. The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa is continuing to work with Magnolia in this program, now offering three movies for viewing in the streaming format and keeping with their goal of bringing unique film to the citizens of West Alabama.

When a patron purchases a $6.99 or $12 ticket for the films on the Bama’s unique webpage, 50% of the net proceeds will go directly to the theatre. The film can be viewed for 3 days using the link provided on the receipt.

The three newly released films are “Slay the Dragon” ($6.99), “Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band” ($12), and “The Whistler” ($12). To access further information, trailers, and links to the films, visit https://bamatheatre.org and follow the link listed on the opening page.

Upcoming opportunities include “The Painter and the Thief,” provided by NEON pictures and available the week of May 22.

The Bama Theatre is located at 600 Greensboro Avenue in Downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council or Bama Theatre, patrons should follow and like “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram @tuscaloosaartscouncil. Visit bamatheatre.org for further information.

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FILM STREAMING WILL BENEFIT BAMA THEATRE

Posted on May 1, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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FILM STREAMING WILL BENEFIT BAMA THEATRE

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) In an attempt to bring new productions to the film going public and benefit movie houses, Magnolia Pictures is currently providing streaming opportunities of two new releases for a small fee. The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa is joining Magnolia in this program, offering the two movies for viewing in the streaming format and keeping with their goal of bringing unique film to the citizens of West Alabama.

When a patron purchases a $12 ticket for either film on the Bama’s unique webpage, 50% of the net proceeds will go directly to the theatre. The film can be viewed for 3 days using the link provided on the receipt.

The two films offered are “Once Were Brothers: Robbie Robertson and the Band” and “The Whistler.” To access further information, trailers, and links to the films, visit https://bamatheatre.org.

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APRIL FIRST FRIDAY AND EXHIBIT AT DWCAC CANCELED

Posted on April 3, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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APRIL FIRST FRIDAY AND EXHIBIT AT DWCAC CANCELED
DUE TO COVID-19

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) An exhibit of works by Robin Metz scheduled for April at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and the opening reception on April 3 during First Friday have been canceled. A performance by Alaskan fiddler and poet Ken Waldman, also scheduled to take place on April 3, has been canceled. This a result of efforts by The Arts Council along with other arts organizations to help slow the spread of the Covid-19 virus.

A future date for the exhibit or an online version are options for the coming months. For more information about the artist, visit facebook.com/RobinAndTedMetz. Information about Ken Waldman, including both his musical and literary background, is available on his website at www.kenwaldman.com.

The First Friday Art Walk has been canceled for the month of April. Visit www.firstfridaytuscaloosa.com for future updates.

For updates including both event postponements and cancellations at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and Bama Theatre, visit www.tuscarts.org and view the calendars.

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TUSCALOOSA ARTS COUNCIL UPDATE REGARDING VENUES AND EVENTS RELATING TO THE CORONAVIRUS

Posted on March 12, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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205-758-5195, x6

TUSCALOOSA ARTS COUNCIL UPDATE REGARDING VENUES AND EVENTS RELATING TO THE CORONAVIRUS

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) As of Thursday, March 12, 2020, the event scheduled for Friday, March 13, 2020, at the Bama Theatre, “Black Tony of the Rickey Smiley Morning Show – Live and Husslin Comedy Tour,” has been canceled and will be rescheduled. Patrons are encouraged to contact the point of sale for ticket information.

All events will be monitored on a case by case basis. Venues will be following and encouraging best practice CDC guidelines among both employees and patrons. The Arts Council and its venues are closely monitoring the situation and will be updating the public with information through our website and social media.

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ART EXHIBIT AND EVENING OF ART AND BLUES AT DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

Posted on March 11, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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ART EXHIBIT AND EVENING OF ART AND BLUES AT DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa will host an exhibit of works presented by the Alabama Blues Project March 11-28, 2020 in The Arts Council Gallery at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. The display corresponds with the Blues Project’s annual fundraiser, “A Night of Glitz and Glamour: 12^th Annual Evening of Art and Blues,” on March 28 and will consist of donated paintings, jewelry and crafts from local artists. Proceeds will benefit the Alabama Blues Project.

Gallery hours are weekdays 9 a.m.- noon and 1-4 p.m. For more information about the gallery visit https://cac.tuscarts.org/cacgallery.php

The 12th Annual “Evening of Art & Blues” will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2020, from 7 p.m.-10 p.m. at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. The night brings “Glitz & Glamour” to Tuscaloosa with an exciting musical lineup with performances by Alabama Blues Project Productions, The Tekknology Band, John Bull Band, The Alabama Blues Project instructors and Debbie Bond & Radiator Rick. This family-friendly event is hosted by Jade Nicole and Kip Tyner and features an “Old Hollywood” costume contest, a kids’ zone, hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, a photo booth by Digital Burn Multimedia, a silent auction and live auction with art and gifts from local businesses.

Adult tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Kids ages 8 to 17 are $10, and ages 7 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased from Eat My Beats, Oz Music or online at www.alabamablues.org. This event is sponsored by Quality Liaison Group.

The Alabama Blues Project is a nonprofit organization that has been preserving the history of the Blues and creating young musicians since 1995. To become a sponsor, email info@alabamablues.org or call (205) 752-6263.

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TUSCALOOSA CITY SCHOOLS TO HOST 7th ANNUAL TUSCALOOSA CAN! EVENT IN MARCH

Posted on March 6, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Jeff Schultz, System Coordinator of Arts in Education
205-759-8395

TUSCALOOSA CITY SCHOOLS TO HOST 7th ANNUAL TUSCALOOSA CAN! EVENT IN MARCH

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) In a continued response to the persistent concern of food insecurity in the lives of citizens in West Alabama, the 2020 Tuscaloosa Can! event will feature over 20 school teams creating large sculptures made from canned food items. After the structures are built, the creations remain on display to the public as a giant art exhibition. At the end of the viewing, all food is donated to the West Alabama Food Bank.

This year’s structures will be on display March 3 – 6 at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center and the Bama Theatre’s Greensboro Room. Gallery Hours in both spaces are weekdays 9-noon and 1-4 p.m. To access the Greensboro Room displays, enter through The Arts Council offices in the PARA Bldg. at 614 Greensboro Ave.

Awards will be presented to school teams at the First Friday Art Walk event held on Friday, March 6 at 5:30 p.m. at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center. Doors open at 5:00 p.m., and the public is encouraged to attend the awards and complete the First Friday Art Walk after viewing the structures.

Since 2014, Tuscaloosa City students and schools have raised over 30 tons of food for the West Alabama Food Bank through similar projects. As part of our growing partnerships with The Arts Council of Tuscaloosa and the West Alabama Food Bank, we invite other public or private entities to join our cause as we grow this event beyond 2020.

The event fits with the vision of 21st Century curriculum goals by providing students opportunities for service-based, collaborative, hands-on learning targeting real world problems – in this case, regional hunger. Students integrate the skills of math and geometry, art and design, physics and engineering, as well as 3D rendering in creating their structures.

The Bama Theatre is located at 600 Greensboro Ave. and The Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center at 620 Greensboro Ave. in downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council or Bama Theatre, patrons should follow and like “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” on Facebook and Twitter and also Instagram @tuscaloosaartscouncil. Call 205-758-5195 or visit tuscarts.org for further information.

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EVENT EXPO AT THE DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

Posted on February 9, 2020February 23, 2022 by steve@anchoralpine.com

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Contact: Kevin Ledgewood
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EVENT EXPO AT THE DINAH WASHINGTON CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

(TUSCALOOSA, Ala.) The Arts Council will host an event expo at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, February 9th, 2020 at 2-5 p.m. The event is a presented in partnership with Pre-Event Resources and Casual Class Bar Service. The expo is free and open to the public and will feature Tuscaloosa’s most elite event providers offering exclusive savings, catering samples, and mocktails along with giveaways towards your next event at the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center.

The Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center is a charming event venue located in the heart of downtown Tuscaloosa. The DWCAC offers the perfect venue for all of your upcoming events. The amenities of the space include 250 venue capacity, performance space in the Black Box Theatre, tables/chairs included in rental rate, layout design assistance, access to catering support kitchen, handicap accessibility, spacious restrooms/family restroom, original wooden floors, expansive bar selections and the close proximity to downtown for post-event experiences and seamless hotel stays.

In addition to meeting vendors in the space, booking opportunities with the DWCAC will be available through the end of 2020 with a special offer for those that attend the event. Discover the warm and unique atmosphere guaranteed to make your special day truly extraordinary. For more rental information about the Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center or to schedule your next tour of the space, visit tuscarts.org. The Dinah Washington Cultural Arts Center is located at 620 Greensboro Avenue in downtown Tuscaloosa. For more information about The Arts Council, Bama Theatre or CAC, patrons should like the Facebook page “The Arts Council – Bama Theatre – Cultural Arts Center” on Facebook and Twitter and Instagram @tuscaloosaartscouncil or @dinahwashingtonculturalartsctr. Call 205-758-5195 or visit tuscarts.org for further information.

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