UPCOMING EVENTS
Catch a Rising Art Star – Sunday, May 18, 2008
CATCH A RISING ART STAR!
RYMAN ARTS ALUMNI ART SALE
SUNDAY, MAY 18, 2008
2:00 – 4:00 P.M.
Preview with artists’ reception and early sale of artwork 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Gale's Restaurant
452 S. Fair Oaks Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91105
Ryman Arts invites you to a one-day-only Art Sale featuring paintings, drawings and photography by Ryman Arts alumni.
• Discover the work of “rising star” artists who are graduates of the acclaimed Ryman Arts program.
• Mingle with artists at an afternoon of art, California wines and beer, and delicious appetizers.
• All sales of art donated by alumni artists support the next generation of Ryman students.
• Help us reach our goal of funding art supplies for the Fall 2008 classes!
Purchase Tickets:
$50 Admission with Early Preview
$30 Admission
$15 Ryman Arts Alumni Association Members
Appetizers, wine, beer and non-alcoholic refreshments will be served.
RSVP by May 12, 2008
To purchase tickets by phone or for more information please call (213) 629-2787. You may also mail your check to:
Ryman Arts
315 W. Ninth Street, Suite 806
Los Angeles CA 90015-4202
“Ryman Arts gave me the inspiration and tools to become a professional artist. Now we need to give the next generation the same experience and quality art supplies that made such a huge difference in our lives.”
--Oscar Magallanes (Ryman ’93)
Board member and Alumni Leadership Chair
Calling All Artists!
We are looking for alumni artists to donate one or more artworks for our Ryman Arts Alumni Association Fundraiser that will be held at Gale’s Restaurant in Pasadena on Sunday May 18, 2008.
This is a special One-Day Only art sale fundraiser. Any artwork not sold will be returned to the artist that same day. All proceeds go to Ryman Arts program and help cover costs of the fundraiser. Our goal is to raise $20,000 for art supplies for our fall classes.
To be considered, please email JPG images of the artwork(s) you wish to donate as well as the Title, Medium and Dimensions to alumni@ryman.org.
QUESTIONS?
• Why should I donate?
We have many talented alums who have participated in fundraiser events like this and always find it a rewarding and fun experience. Do you have a nice painting you did 2 years ago that hasn’t found a loving home yet? Want to donate a brand new piece? Great! But most of all, donate because Ryman Arts helped you get started as an artist, now it is your turn to help the next generation! Since all sale proceeds go back to the Ryman Arts program, what better way to give back than by giving artwork!
• What if my artwork is not sold at the event? Can I get it back?
Of course! You will get your artwork back that same day.
• So if I donate a painting or two, what’s in it for me?!
FREE admission to the Fundraiser Event (a $30 ticket value!!)
Your admission includes:
-Hors d’oeuvres
-Access to the Open Wine and Beer Bar (Must be 21+, of course)
-A fun and memorable time with fellow alums and opportunity to mingle with other arts enthusiasts and buyers.
• Did you say Open Bar? Okay! I’m sold! What do I do next to be a participating artist?
First you will need to submit JPG images of the artwork(s) as well as the Title, Medium and Dimensions to alumni@ryman.org. Ryman Arts will then be contacting you if you are a selected artist!
• I’d love to attend the event, but I do not want to submit artwork.
If you are a RAAA member, tickets are $15 (50% RAAA Discount). To become an RAAA member, please click here. Invitations with more details will be sent out in the next few weeks.
• I want to join RAAA and attend the event but I am low on funds. What is my option?
If you submit an artwork piece, we will it count towards regular $25 Membership (Undergraduate Level) and you will receive free admission to the event.
• I have another question, but I am shy.
Don’t hesitate to contact Melody Verdugo, Alumni Coordinator by email alumni@ryman.org or by phone (213) 629-2787. Hope to hear from you!
PAST EVENTS
BRC Imagination Arts Tour for Charter Level Members
This year’s Charter Event was held at BRC Imagination Arts Studios in Burbank, CA. Attendees met with BRC Founder and CEO, Bob Rogers and his creative team of artists and designers. Attendees were also given an exclusive behind the scenes tour of their creative departments and engaged in an informal Q&A about careers, art and the creation of theme parks, museums, world fairs and visitor attractions. This event was free to all Charter Members ($100 RAAA Membership) and was held on January 23, 2008 5:00-7:00pm
View images of this event
Artist Residencies Workshop & Studio Visits at the Otis Graduate Studios
This event was coordinated and presented by Ryman Alumni Michelle Weiner (’00), and featured Guest Artist, Melissa Herrington. Workshop attendees were given a presentation on Artist Residency opportunities; the various types of residencies and how to go about applying them. Attendees also received a handbook entitled “Living as a Working Artist.” At the end of the presentation, attendees were given tours of the Otis Graduate Studios. This event was free to all RAAA Members. This event was held on December 9, 2007 2:00-4:00pm
4th Annual Alumni Mixer & Art Show Honoring LaMonte Westmoreland
Ryman alumni, staff and faculty reconnected for a special night featuring LaMonte’s artwork on view along with other Ryman faculty. La Monte recently retired from Ryman Arts after fifteen years. This event was held at the Tropico de Nopal Gallery-Art Space on Sunday evening, July 15th, 2007.
Meet the Animator
Alumni and current students participated in an intimate presentation and discussion with supervising animator, Mike Belzer, of the new Disney film, Meet the Robinsons.
Tuesday, March 14, 2007, 4:00p.m. – 5:30p.m followed by Alumni meeting
The Anatomy of Dance
Ryman Arts and The Artist’s Gallery Exhibition and Reception
Opening Reception: January 20, 2007
View images from this event
Alumni Charter Event: Behind the Scenes Tour of Rhythm & Hues
Thursday, November 16, 2006
MoCA Meeting
Tour of Combines Rauschenberg exhibit followed by meeting in MoCA Board Room and dinner out in downtown.
Thursday, August 10, 2006 5:30p.m.-8p.m.
View images from this event
[Photograph courtesy of MOCA]
