Panel Discussion and Exhibition for Artists

Artists Make History

Twenty-four artists gathered together for ten sessions during the winter and spring of 2011 to experience The Business of Art, a professional development program presented by Southern Tier Economic Growth (STEG) and The ARTS Council of the Southern Finger Lakes (The ARTS). With primary funding through The Community Foundation of Elmira - Corning and the Finger Lakes, the participants received advice on the promotional, legal, and practical sides of their chosen arts. These artists are mounting an exhibition of their work at the Chemung Valley History Museum, 415 East Water Street, Elmira. The opening reception is scheduled for Saturday, October 1, from 3 to 5PM. The public is invited, and refreshments will be served. The exhibit will remain on display through October 29, free of charge to all visitors. Museum hours are Monday through Saturday, 10AM to 5PM, closed Sundays. There will also be a panel discussion with the participants on Tuesday evening, October 11, from 6 to 8PM. The artists will describe how the Business of Art program has affected their professional endeavors. The Business of Art program is a true collaboration within the arts community of the Southern Tier. Directed by STEG and The ARTS, and funded by the Community Foundation, the sessions were presented at five cultural venues: Arnot Art Museum, Chemung Valley History Museum, Steele Memorial Library, Community Arts of Elmira, and the Clemens Center. The program was facilitated by local artist Allen C. (Denny) Smith. Full list of participating artists: Vani Akula Bill Boland Bridget Bossart Van Otterloo Ann Cady Jennifer Fais Jennifer Geck Gretchen Halpert Cynthia Hill Beth Hylen Pat Jackson Diane Janowski Betsy Kent Brandon Krazinski Karen Kucharski Colleen McCall James McCarthy Paul McKinley Vickie Mike Felicia Poes Jennifer Seaman Tom Tunniclif Debb VanDelinder Karen Vogler Terry Winer Please join the artists in this celebratory commencement exhibition. Making History - Artists of the Southern Finger Lakes Chemung Valley History Museum 415 East Water Street Elmira, New York 14901 607-734-4167 October 1 - 29, 2011 Opening reception: October 1, Saturday, 3 - 5PM Panel discussion: October 11, Tuesday, 6 - 8PM