| By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  In this message: Cultural Tourism and Capacity Grant Deadlines Approaching GO Training Webinars Set Spring Grant Training + Outreach Oregon State Capitol Foundation Wants Input on a History Center in State Capitol Like Oregon Arts Commission on Facebook Poetry Out Loud School Contests, Regional Competitions Set Continue reading News from the Oregon Arts Commission By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. The Oregon Arts Commission announces upcoming deadlines for three grant programs for Oregon arts organizations and one for Oregon artists Continue reading OAC Grant Deadline Announcement By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. Spread the word about the Oregon Cultural Trust The Arts Build Community in Oregon: FY12 grants announced Artists Fuel Oregon’s Economy: New Career Opportunity Grants announced Congress Adopts Obama Levels of Funding for Arts & Humanities Oregon Arts Commission Announces February 1 Deadline For Capacity Grant Applications for Arts Organization Continue reading Spread the word about the Cultural Trust and other news from the Oregon Arts Commission By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world.  Over the last month, I’ve been writing to share updates on our annual Arts Summit that will be taking place on October 5, 2011 at the Oregon Convention Center in Portland. Today, I want to share some early results we’re seeing in this year’s group of attendees. It reinforces our belief that this year’s theme – The Currency of Connection – would resonate with arts and cultural leaders across the state. Continue reading Update from Oregon Arts Commission on Oct 5 Oregon Arts Summit By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. Late last week, 122 of your peers secured their seats for the 2011 Arts Summit just in time before the early bird discount expired on Friday night. That brought our total registration to 286, with over half coming as part of a group learning team – and we’ve decided to extend the deadline until tonight, September 7 at 11:59 PM. Continue reading Email update of the Oregon Arts Summit – extended earlybird registration deadline! By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. Last week, you received an early bird invitation to the Oregon Arts Summit 2011. The initial response to our announcement has been great and we don’t want you to miss out on your 20% early bird discount of $60 that ends today, Friday, September 2. After that, the price will be $75 per individual. If you’ve already registered, please consider forwarding this e-mail to a colleague or friend you think would benefit from this event. If you haven’t, go to http://www.Regonline.com/OregonArtsSummit2011 to secure your spot now. Remember that we’re offering additional discounts for groups (10% off), travel, and substitute teachers. Click the link above for complete details! We’ve also provided an update on the latest additions to the Summit agenda below. This is a must read if you’re still unsure if you want to attend OR if you’ve already registered and want to learn more about the day. Continue reading An Important Update About Summit Discounts, Speakers And Workshops By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. The date is approaching and early-bird, non-profit and group (2+ individuals) discounts are available for a limited time! Travel waivers and a limited number o educator stipends are also available! Anyone planning to go but without a second person to join them should contact SOAR. Continue reading Oregon Arts Summit 2011 By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. Fall grant application deadlines approaching: new online application process; Call for Artist Qualifications for 1% Project at Oregon Institute of Technology; Institute of Technology: Village for Sustainable Living – National and international artists are invited to submit qualifications; Oregon Arts Summit 2011: The Currency of Connection – further details; Oregon Days of Culture 2011: Bigger and Better – Photo contest and chance to win $1000! Read on… Continue reading News from the Oregon Arts Commission, August 12, 2011 By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. Career Opportunity grants offer awards of up to $1,500 to enable artists of all disciplines to take advantage of unique opportunities to advance their careers through the development of artistic, business or professional skills. Grants can fund opportunities such as exhibits in national and international venues, or participation in conferences or workshops to expand their knowledge base. Continue reading Oregon Arts Commission Offers Grants to Artists By soar, 592 contributed posts About the author: SOAR: The Southern Oregon Artist's Resource is a directory of Southern Oregon artists, artisans and those who serve them and calendar of their art events, and Art Matters!, our blog posting Southern Oregon art events and matters of interest to artists and patrons of the arts near and far. SOAR was created and is maintained by art advocate and web designer Hannah West in Jacksonville, Oregon to promote our diverse and talented arts community to our visitors and the rest of the world. 1. Arts Commission Announces Fall 2011 Deadlines: Moves to fully online process 2. Deadlines for NEA Art Works and Arts in Media Approaching: Apply in August + September 3. 2011-12 Travel Oregon Matching Grants Program: August 8 + 10 deadlines coming 4. Save the Date: October 5, 2011 – Arts Summit Continue reading News from the Oregon Arts Commission – July 25, 2011 |  DISCLOSURE: SOAR/Art Matters! has affiliate relationships with the providers of great products and services below. If you make a purchase from one of the sites below, it helps defray the cost of promoting Southern Oregon Artists, so please use our links!   Utrecht's online discounts have been updated, though the graphics remain the same. 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