Press Releases
To request any agency publication in an alternative format, contact the Arts Commission offices at (602) 771-6501.Arizona State House of Representatives and Arizona Commission on the Arts Announce Visions of Arizona Art Exhibition
NEWS RELEASE
Contact:
Casey Blake, 602-771-6536, cblake@azarts.gov
Rey Torres, 602-926-3233, rtorres@azleg.gov
PHOENIX, AZ (January 13, 2012)—Visions of Arizona, an exhibition conceived by State Representative Debbie Lesko and developed through a partnership between the Arizona State House of Representatives, the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the Arizona Art Alliance, is now on view throughout the second floor of the House of Representatives office building at the Arizona Capitol complex, alongside legislative leadership offices and conference rooms. The exhibition provides visibility for Arizona professional artists and celebrates the lush, wide-ranging beauty of the Arizona landscape. (more…)
Director of Strategic Initiatives for the Arizona Commission on the Arts, Adriana Gallego, Takes on Prominent National Role at the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture (NALAC)
PHOENIX, AZ (January 10, 2012)—Adriana Gallego, currently the Director of Strategic Initiatives at the Arizona Commission on the Arts, has accepted the newly-created position of Deputy Director at the National Association of Latino Arts and Culture (NALAC). After over four years of service at Arizona’s state arts agency, her last day in the office at the Arts Commission will be January 18, 2012.
During her tenure at the Phoenix-based Arizona Commission on the Arts, Adriana developed programs, grants, partnerships and services in support of arts organizations, artists, universities/schools, community groups and government agencies. Through local, regional and national public and private partnerships, Adriana designed professional development initiatives, coordinated exhibition opportunities to increase visibility and engagement of Arizona artists, and delivered consultation and resources to cultivate field leadership. She pursued these responsibilities mindful of inclusivity, equity and accessibility. (more…)
5 Arizona Artists Awarded Arts Commission Project Grants to Create New Works
For Immediate Release
Contact: Casey Blake
602-771-6536
cblake@azarts.gov
5 Arizona Artists Awarded Arts Commission Project Grants to Create New Works
PHOENIX, AZ (December 27, 2011) – In December 2011, the Governor-appointed board of the Arizona Commission on the Arts awarded the prestigious Artist Project Grants to artists from across Arizona, practicing in a variety of artistic disciplines. Offered annually, these grants support the professional development of Arizona artists with awards of up to $5,500. (more…)
Former Arizona State Senators and prominent figures from the business and education sectors appointed to the Arizona Commission on the Arts by Governor Jan Brewer
For Immediate Release
Contact: Casey Blake
602-771-6536
cblake@azarts.gov
Phoenix, AZ (November 23, 2011)–Governor Jan Brewer has appointed a new chair for the Arizona Commission on the Arts as well as reappointing a current commissioner and three new community members to the Commission itself.
Phoenix businessman Mark Feldman, a current commission member, has been named the chair of the Commission. Former Senator Carolyn Allen of Scottsdale has been named a new commissioner, and vice-chair. Dr Robert Breunig of Flagstaff, director of the Museum of Northern Arizona has been appointed to a second 2-year term.
Former State Senator Tim Bee of Tucson also has been appointed to the Commission along with Phoenix public affairs professional Carol Crockett. The new Commissioners are part of the 15-member, Governor-appointed Arts Commission. (more…)
Poetry Out Loud Seeks Participating Arizona Schools
More than $100,000 awarded nationally to students and schools in 2011.
October 31, 2011 deadline for 2012 Arizona Poetry Out Loud participation.
Phoenix, AZ (September 9, 2011)–The Arizona Commission on the Arts invites Arizona high schools to participate in the 2012 Poetry Out Loud: National Recitation Contest, a free national program sponsored by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation. Poetry Out Loud encourages youth to learn about great poetry through memorization and performance, which help students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence and learn about literary heritage. (more…)
Arizona Commission on the Arts Announces Grants to Organizations and Schools: $1,559,425 awarded to support arts and cultural activities across the state
PHOENIX (September 1, 2011)–The Arizona Commission on the Arts, an agency of the State of Arizona announces 296 grants to organizations, local arts agencies, schools and community organizations in 13 Arizona counties for fiscal year 2012. The grant awards are for activities that take place between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012. A list of this year’s grant recipients, by county, follows this news release.
Grants support nonprofit arts organizations, community groups and schools to provide opportunities for Arizonans to participate in and experience the arts. The grantmaking process includes a rigorous application and review process which is led by Governor-appointed Commissioners. Funding recommendations are made by panels comprised of volunteer experts and experienced practitioners from around the state. Grants are funded by the Arizona Arts Trust Fund and the National Endowment for the Arts. (more…)
Grant Hill named spokesperson for The Choice is Art campaign
The Choice is Art: A statewide campaign for the arts in Arizona, created by the Arizona Commission on the Arts
PHOENIX, AZ (June 20, 2011)— Professional basketball player and art collector Grant Hill has signed on as a Campaign Spokesperson for The Choice is Art, a promotional campaign for the arts in Arizona. Already airing on COX Media television stations, Mr. Hill is featured in a donor-sponsored public service announcement wherein he offers support to the campaign, and personal testimony about the impact of the arts on the lives of Arizona’s youth. (more…)
Mandy Buscas, Arts Learning Director at the Arizona Commission on the Arts, to take on new role at the Mesa Arts Center
PHOENIX, AZ (April 7, 2011)—Mandy Buscas, currently serving as Arts Learning Director for the Arizona Commission on the Arts, will soon take on a new professional role at the Mesa Arts Center.
Mandy has been a part of Arizona’s state arts agency team for eight years, serving in three positions: Afterschool Coordinator, Arts Learning Program Director and Arts Learning Director. (more…)
