Thursday, February 03, 2005
AM TODAY
Artist Mosaic
The forum where, art, culture, heritage, enterprise, creativity and modern opportunity converge!
We acknowledge the need; we can all validate the reason
THE QUESTION IS HOW
‘In the African Diaspora the manner in which creativity is expressed often defies the boundaries set by western culture. The poet for example is oft philosopher. The sculptor may be a textile artist. Literally! Then each, Poet, Musician, Dancer, Philosopher, Sculptor and Artist, invariably finds everyday utilitarian objects on which to transcribe their message. Sitting, sleeping, drinking even the very clothing they wear while creating! All are part of the canvas. The community not only enjoys and supports through barter and trade, but are active participants in its creation. In the absence of village, and village squares,
‘Artist Mosaics’ takes a communal space and creates that opportunity!’
Artist Mosaic bills itself as a forum where
Art- Artist of any gender, ethnicity, culture, medium, skill level, age
one, such as a painter, sculptor, or writer, who is able by virtue of imagination and talent or skill to create works of aesthetic value, especially in the fine arts.
A person whose work shows exceptional creative ability or skill: You are an artist in the kitchen.
One, such as an actor or singer, who works in the performing arts.
One who is adept at an activity.
culture,
heritage,
enterprise,
creativity and
modern opportunity
advancement in technology , particularly the digital media can cut the cost of production and even reproduction
current web development and trends Make wider audiences Virtually possible!
Through the discipline that is design an artist is able to trade on his skills and services
Access to traditional services , sales outlets and info is also easier because modern technology!
Converge Mosaic
A picture or decorative design made by setting small colored pieces, as of stone or tile, into a surface.
The process or art of making such pictures or designs.
A composite picture made of overlapping, usually aerial, photographs.
Something that resembles a mosaic
AM artium magister (Master of Arts).
Aim: This project was designed specifically for individuals who have marketable self-reliance skills & talents as well as natural abilities that can be developed into products.
ART as Micro Enterprise: Art for Social enterprise!
Artist mosaic was started with the objective of answering the question
“How do I create a definable product by which I can feed my self and my family?” Artist Mosaics was developed, based on years spent seeking the same answers. These artists are not only potentially self-employable but themselves future employers, there is vast potential for Cultural Tourism. While most of the ideas have been initialized, it will take a vast amount of support to successfully implement! Tools and resources for research are emphasized! Artist Mosaic provides opportunities for product development and direct audience presentation at a critical stage. Effort is made towards archival documentation processes, oft needed in promotional press kits, portfolios, grant and loan solicitation. Artist must make personal contracts to themselves and other member of their group. A test group was initialized in January with seminars, followed by test on other AM Signature Components “Edutainment, AM yahoo groups, art/business facility, sponsoring, grant and funding opportunity as well as youth programs.
COMPONENTS
Exhibits, whether kinetic or static, will be sought and/or developed
Crafts & Artistry: -Utilitarian Arts
The business of Art; -Seminar and workshops, development of mentor relations, peer support
groups, referrals and reference to other training programs. Artist Network: Finding and listing outlets, traditional and non-traditional outlets would be explored.
Artist Resource: - a ‘virtual’ community enables members, access to information that can benefit their artistic, professional and personal journey.
Artistic ‘Co-operation: - vital aspect of the Artist Mosaic ‘brand principle’, community responsibility and social enterprise.
AM SIGNATURE™ COMPONENTS
Am FashonFlyte ™ led by the original group of young people who proclaimed their desire to contribute!
AM FOMENTS™
AM BARTALK™ Discuss local issues
AM GRIOTS™ Experts to present on topics
AM ACADAMIE™ seminars & workshop
AM SHOWTIQUES™
AM 2 MARKET™ Group show and sell
AM TRUNKS™ Artist show and sell
AM LISTENING LOUNGE™
AM Gatherings™ Group/genre specific
AM Vignettes™ Individual artist presentations
AM Cabaret™ Artist/theme specific showcases
AM SUPPORT PM™---- after the AM EXPERIENCE
Website
www.aartistmosaics.theshoppe.com
Artist registry,
Artist registry,
Venue Registry
Artist Call Board
Grant Postings, Resource center
Peer support and virtual groups
AM SWELL ANGELS™ aimed @ College Students
Youth Program developed to provide
Training, support, mentorship and
Incentives, while allowing youth
Groups & leaders to develop to their fullest potential.
Am Timoune™ 13-19 artistically gifted
Timoune and the Masters™ puts these youth with senior arist!
Fiscal Conduits
JAZZPAZAZZ PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC sponsors the artist Mosaic project
AM believes that duplication of efforts and waste of resources can be prevented by pairing groups/individuals with non-profits that share common missions.
‘Artist Mosaic’ believes that the ability to provide for oneself is a right not a privilege.
Artist Call Board
Grant Postings, Resource center
Peer support and virtual groups
AM SWELL ANGELS™ aimed @ College Students
Youth Program developed to provide
Training, support, mentorship and
Incentives, while allowing youth
Groups & leaders to develop to their fullest potential.
Am Timoune™ 13-19 artistically gifted
Timoune and the Masters™ puts these youth with senior arist!
Fiscal Conduits
JAZZPAZAZZ PRESERVATION SOCIETY INC sponsors the artist Mosaic project
AM believes that duplication of efforts and waste of resources can be prevented by pairing groups/individuals with non-profits that share common missions.
‘Artist Mosaic’ believes that the ability to provide for oneself is a right not a privilege.
AM was conceived and developed by Ms Bonnie Sandy. Ms Sandy is producing this program in collaboration with Jazzpazazz Preservation Society, and has been discussing the possibility of collaborating with other supporting organizations, individuals, artist groups, businesses and venues. For info
AM’s Pre-dawn™
I noticed that many artists were stuck, uncertain and unprepared for the responsibility, disciple, and exposure that working and making a living as an artist detailed. Pre-dawn will be the part that prepares an artist for AM
AM’s Twilight Zone™
The Mission of Jazzpazazz Preservation Society our main sponsor has greatly influenced, the decision to review an oft forgotten portion of an artistic journey. Two concerns Provisions by and for the artist for “retirement. Documenting the stories
Virtual Legends™ Interviews and archiving on and of the stories from elder members of the community!
Iamny BONNIE SANDY-STERLING
Tuesday, January 11, 2005
Artist Mosaic Phase 2
1996, Metamohasis
2000, 2000, 2001, Designer Bonie Sandy sterling
2003, Embrace Da B...Ss The philosophy
2004, Artist Mosaic the idea
Technology, Art, Design, an experiment in possibilities!
AM Signature Components
2005 Artist Mosaic
2005 Artist Mosaic
Phase 2
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Tuesday, October 19, 2004
AM the Beginning
Thus began, what is referred to as the ARTIST MOSAIC Project
Within the last year the calls have grown in numbers, frequency and intensity. Too many are un/under-employed while the cost of living has steadfastly increased. Many of these are gifted and talented individuals, who with the support and direction can generate incomes for not only themselves but also for the communities. Lack of the corporate structure as a cushion and the burden of financial responsibility leave many uncertain as to how to proceed. Present resources and classes do not adequately answer the specific issues of this growing group?
“How do I create a definable product by which I can feed my self and my family?”
The Artist Mosaics was developed, based on years spent seeking the same answers. Its timing could not be more relevant. While most of the ideas have been initialized it will take a vast amount of support to successfully implement these. Setting an example in what we preach. We chose a name with the intent of developing a Trade name and presence, building a brand around an intangible concept. An Exploration of the concept reveals.
Artist
one, such as a painter, sculptor, or writer, who is able by virtue of imagination and talent or skill to create works of aesthetic value, especially in the fine arts.
A person whose work shows exceptional creative ability or skill: You are an artist in the kitchen.
One, such as an actor or singer, who works in the performing arts.
One who is adept at an activity.
Mosaic
· A picture or decorative design made by setting small colored pieces, as of stone or tile, into a surface.
· The process or art of making such pictures or designs.
· A composite picture made of overlapping, usually aerial, photographs.
· Something that resembles a mosaic
· Mosaic Laws; a broad generalization expressive of the constant action, or effect, of natural conditions; as death is a law of nature; self-defense is a law of nature.
AM artium magister (Master of Arts).
Which talents, skills or inherent attributes, can be ‘traded’. This is not just finding your artistic wealth, but trading on life’s commodity market! It is conceiving options beyond the obvious. Tools and resources for research are emphasized! Product development is not just explored it is mastered! Whether your product is a watch or a one woman show Artist Mosaic provides opportunities for direct audience presentation at a critical stage. Effort is made to develop archival documentation processes, oft needed in promotional press kits, portfolios, grant and loan solicitation.
The program is designed in segments
A test group was initialized in January; the projects are set formats over three month periods; however the artist will be able to direct his individual development within that space. Artist must make personal contracts to themselves and other member of their group. The second phase will see each artist developing their specific project from conception through proposal and eventually to market! The second period will be targeted to coincide with preparation for grant.
This project is aimed specifically at providing alternate income streams. As such we are targeting individuals who have natural abilities that can be developed into products with marketable self-reliance skills and talents.
Within the last year the calls have grown in numbers, frequency and intensity. Too many are un/under-employed while the cost of living has steadfastly increased. Many of these are gifted and talented individuals, who with the support and direction can generate incomes for not only themselves but also for the communities. Lack of the corporate structure as a cushion and the burden of financial responsibility leave many uncertain as to how to proceed. Present resources and classes do not adequately answer the specific issues of this growing group?
“How do I create a definable product by which I can feed my self and my family?”
The Artist Mosaics was developed, based on years spent seeking the same answers. Its timing could not be more relevant. While most of the ideas have been initialized it will take a vast amount of support to successfully implement these. Setting an example in what we preach. We chose a name with the intent of developing a Trade name and presence, building a brand around an intangible concept. An Exploration of the concept reveals.
Artist
one, such as a painter, sculptor, or writer, who is able by virtue of imagination and talent or skill to create works of aesthetic value, especially in the fine arts.
A person whose work shows exceptional creative ability or skill: You are an artist in the kitchen.
One, such as an actor or singer, who works in the performing arts.
One who is adept at an activity.
Mosaic
· A picture or decorative design made by setting small colored pieces, as of stone or tile, into a surface.
· The process or art of making such pictures or designs.
· A composite picture made of overlapping, usually aerial, photographs.
· Something that resembles a mosaic
· Mosaic Laws; a broad generalization expressive of the constant action, or effect, of natural conditions; as death is a law of nature; self-defense is a law of nature.
AM artium magister (Master of Arts).
Which talents, skills or inherent attributes, can be ‘traded’. This is not just finding your artistic wealth, but trading on life’s commodity market! It is conceiving options beyond the obvious. Tools and resources for research are emphasized! Product development is not just explored it is mastered! Whether your product is a watch or a one woman show Artist Mosaic provides opportunities for direct audience presentation at a critical stage. Effort is made to develop archival documentation processes, oft needed in promotional press kits, portfolios, grant and loan solicitation.
The program is designed in segments
A test group was initialized in January; the projects are set formats over three month periods; however the artist will be able to direct his individual development within that space. Artist must make personal contracts to themselves and other member of their group. The second phase will see each artist developing their specific project from conception through proposal and eventually to market! The second period will be targeted to coincide with preparation for grant.
This project is aimed specifically at providing alternate income streams. As such we are targeting individuals who have natural abilities that can be developed into products with marketable self-reliance skills and talents.
