To: Members of the Public Art Commission
From: Maia Aman, Town Liaison
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Staff Updates
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Executive Summary
Staff would like to update the Commission regarding the following items.
Commission Vacancy
There is currently one vacancy on the Public Art Commission. Staff Liaison Maia Aman plans to work with Commission Chair Stephen Maruska to fill the vacant position, pending Council approval/appointment.
2019-2020 Art Encounters
A press release for this year’s Art Encounters program was issued on July 1, 2019 and can be viewed in Attachment A. The brochures were finalized and are now available in public facilities. The plaques for the sculptures were also received and have been installed.
Castle Rock Museum Painting and Print
Earlier in 2019, the Public Art Commission partnered with the Historic Preservation Board to commission a watercolor painting of the Castle Rock Museum by artist Cindy Welch. Welch donated the first print of the painting to the Art Commission. At its June meeting, the Art Commission discussed framing the piece and potential location options. Commission member Susan Paulsen provided sample frame options after the meeting, which can be referenced in Attachment B. If the piece is featured at the 2019 Artfest, as previously discussed, staff will need direction to purchase a frame prior to the event date in early September.
Castle Rock Art Cooperative and Art in Downtown Castle Rock
Castle Rock Art Cooperative meetings have continued. The Cooperative will soon be registering as a nonprofit organization within the State of Colorado and establishing a charter and board of directors. Kevin Tilson of the Downtown Development Authority will be serving on the board as the representative of community relations and Nick Lucey will be serving as president; other positions are still being determined.
The Cooperative is planning to attend Artfest and will have a booth next to the Public Art Commission. In addition, the Cooperative plans to host a meet and greet of Cooperative members and local artists at the White Pavilion following Artfest on Saturday, September 7. More details related to this event will be provided when available.
The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and the Castle Rock Art Cooperative are also working together to create Request for Proposals (RFP) for two projects, both of which will be funded through the DDA - a mural in downtown Castle Rock and carving the tree stump at Festival Park.
Attachments
Attachment A - Press Release
Attachment B - Frame Samples