Frank Barrow carves walking sticks, figural pieces and flower arrangements in his Shelby, N.C., home.

Filmmakers: Karen Amspacher, Shelley Romero and Touger Vang, under the direction of Carol Thomson

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Gilbert & George were first brought to Australia by John Kaldor in 1973 to present The Singing Sculpture at the Art Gallery of NSW.

Almost four decades on, Gilbert & George, now considered old masters of contemporary art, returned to Australia to sign Valentine’s Day cards to mark the close of the Art Gallery of New South Wales exhibition ’40 years: Kaldor Public Art Projects’.

They dropped by COFA to speak about their visit, their practice, and to give emerging artists some good honest advice. This video contains language that may be offensive to some viewers.

For more COFA Talks Online visit http://online.cofa.unsw.edu.au

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http://mariovilla.net/

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This is a callout to artists who wish to participate in the project.

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To date, I have independently produced 601 images that have been installed at many Crescent City schools, churches, buildings, and streets. Since each installation project is volunteer-based, it involves a large-scale coordination effort. I am responsible for managing as many as 125 volunteers for a one-day project. Through my efforts, I have successfully completed many projects with up to 50 paintings created within one day. I use these projects to build relationships with national volunteers and the community from every walk of life.

In addition to this personal venture, I have received distinguished honors and accolades for my work. My projects have been featured in the Times Picayune (article June 19, 08), WVUE – Fox 8 New Orleans, NBC’s “The Guiding Light”, Oprah & Friends Radio Show on XM Radio and “Still Rising” documentary. This year, I was appointment as a Mural Ambassador with Art Miles and the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) Decade for the Culture of Peace and Non-Violence Among Children of the World. With this appointment comes an invitation to go to Eypgt to participate in the creation of a three-mile mural.

I currently hold a position as a Teaching Artist with Young Audiences Louisiana, and have artistic partnerships with the Recover School District

As a volunteer, D Banfield, is to be credited for the design of 601 Mural images displayed across the Crescent City. Originally working construction in New Orleans, D substituted a hammer for a paintbrush in an effort to “Paint the Change” in November of 2006. A year and a half and 600 community/school murals later, D proves more committed to these Community projects than ever.

Disturbed by the images of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the native New Yorker came to New Orleans in September 2006. He wanted the people of New Orleans to know that someone cared. In the process of helping to rebuild the City, D says, “I found an outlet to channel some of the negative energy that had plagued me for a few years. I became passionate about life and my craft as I went about painting the change.” He adds, “For helping me get to this point, I am grateful to the city New Orleans.” D has truly left his mark; rebuilding foundations, both structurally and aesthetically, in the Crescent City.

After attending the School of Visual Arts, D’s life took a different turn…away from art. These paintings become deeply personal because they fuel his new commitment to his craft. He spends time designing the images, based on the school’s spirit and of course his state of mind. The more excited he is about a project the more brilliant the colors are.

Each painting for D is a moment in time that he shares with the volunteers who worked with him on that day of service. His paintings are about a shared experience, giving and community. He couldn’t imagine doing anything better.

List of schools/organization/institutions/businesses with D’s work….

Anges Bauduit

Carver Elementary

Carver High

John McDonogh High School

James Singleton Elementary

Frederick Douglass High

EOC Head Start

Fannie C Williams

Marie Henderson

Hume Center

Kipps on Carrolton

Kipps on Royal

New Orleans Mission

First United Method Church

Peggy Severe Salon for Women

St Patrick’s Park

Welcome Middle School

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http://www4.wccnet.edu/academicinfo/creditofferings/programs/schools.php?code=SMPA

Students learn basic creative and performance skills in music, drama and dance and how they are applied in a professional setting. Whether you are exploring your own talents, coordinating the talents of others, or practicing the techniques you will need to make a living at your craft, the School of Music and Performing Arts provides the fundamentals you need.

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Do you feel more alive when you’re on stage, or as part of a creative team? Have you always wanted to act, dance, compose, but have been afraid to try? Then think about WCC’s School of Music and Performing Arts. There’s no other field where you can express yourself to the world. It doesn’t matter what your experience level is. We only care that you grow. The School of Music and Performing Arts is unique. Why? Because it can train you for a career in the arts or provide a background for an appreciation that can last a lifetime. We’ve had students go on to form their own dance companies, perform with the Blue Man Group, write with such artists as Madonna, and transfer to top four-year performing arts programs. You don’t find this level of equipment and rehearsal space in many schools. We have pianos, space for guitar lessons, a soundproof studio, computers set up with all the applications you need to learn sequencing, producing, arranging. We have large dance studios and two theater stages. In Towsley Auditorium, you can learn sound reinforcement and perform in front of hundreds of people. And yes, we have traditional classrooms where you will learn the valuable art of managing your own career as a performer or music engineer. These instructors know what they teach because every single one of them works in the field. They spend their time performing around the country and working with other artists. You get personal, individual attention from these high-caliber instructors, and they know tons of people in the business who can help you. The tuition at WCC is very reasonable — probably what you’d make playing a few gigs. And there are lots of loans, grants,and scholarships that you may qualify for. So whether you want to work on stage or behind the scenes, you can develop an appreciation for the performing arts, and WCC can help make it happen.

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