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2003 9th Annual International Artists’ Residencies, June- July, 2003 Participating artists are: J. Clayton Bright, Pennsylvania * Laara Cassells, Canada * Geraldine S. Dobos, West Virginia * Laura Duggan, New York * Bob Freimark, California * Lyn Gardiner, Florida * Sarah Hirneisen, California * Callie Danae Hirsch, New York * Cynthia M. Kukla, Illinois * Ed Lane, Diane Lane, Hawaii * Lisa Mack, Nevada * Cynthia Mosser, Oregon * John Scott Murdoch, New Jersey * Manfred Rapp, New Mexico * Emese Rivera, Indiana * Renee Rohr, Belgium * Lili Kaneem Smith, Texas * Candice Smith Corby, Massachusetts * Bela Torkos, California * Luis Valdovino, Colorado * Gyorgyi Voros, Virginia 9th Annual International Artists’ Residencies Closing Exhibition Opening reception: Friday, July 18, 2003 at 5:30 pm Art East Gallery Balatonfured, Blaha Lujza utca Hungary Introduction speech by Dr. Istvan Boka, Mayor of Balatonfured Music by the Ferencsik Janos Music School “Clarinet Quartet” Organizer: The Hungarian Multicultural Center, Inc. Curator: Beata Szechy Sponsors: Nemzeti Kulturalis Orokseg Miniszteriuma Balatonfüredi Önkormányzat Media: 1. Hir TV, Budapest, July 16, 2003 2. Sed TV, Veszprem, August 28, 2003 3. Fured TV, Balatonfured, July 24, 2003 4. Fured Naplo July 23, 2003 (KGy) The 9th Artists’ Residency’s participants opened an exhibition at the Art-East Gallery few days ago. The organizer for the residency is the Hungarian Multicultural Center, and the exhibition is curated by Beata Szechy. At the exhibition 21 talented artists are introducing they work, said in the opening speech dr. Boka Istvan, mayor and congressman. There are paintings, graphics, sculptures, and installations in the gallery. The mayor emphasized on the importance of the Hungarian - American cultural exchange and relationship. also, he said about the residency is annually organized from 1997 in Balatonfured. The originally Paloczi Horvath Adams’ castle gives home for the residency for the artists. The artworks mostly influenced by the nature, landscape of Balatonfured or surrounding area, but every artist style is different. At the opening the Ferencsik Janos Music school Clarinet Quartet played 20th Century classical music and one poet said in english and Hungarian her poetry. 5. Magyar Nemzet Julius 19, 2003 (MTI) American exhibition in Balatonfured The International Artists’ Residency participants, 21 artists opened with almost 50 artworks an exhibition at Art-East Gallery. Two group came to Hungary in June and July to the residency, painters, graphic artists and sculptors, they are influenced by the Lake Balaton, the exhibited works mostly donated to the city of Balatonfured. 6. MTI -- Electronic media Evaluation of the residency: Clayton Bright We were fortunate to have two people who spoke Hungarian, because we could go around easier with them. Laara Cassells Balatonfured is a friendly town with lot s of resources for sculptors. I was able to find tools, materials, paint and adhesives with base. We were a diverse group of artists of different ages, nationalities and artistic styles. We soon became good friends and it was a rare privilege to be invited into 9 other “studios” to share a wide range of artistic approaches. I thoroughly enjoyed the experience and the opportunity to visit some Hungarian tons and savior the culture a little bit. I appreciated having 2 Hungarian artists among us who were very helpful with any linguistic problems we encountered. I also appreciated Beata Szechy’s help and all her efforts to arrange the exhibitions. The catalogues and to make us feel so at home. Edward and Diane Lane Overall, this experience has been fabulous. Our new understanding of Hungary, the hospitality of the people of Balatonfured, Beata’s very special care of each of us, Rita’s help and good humor couldn’t be better. The residency has far surpassed our expectations. We have been fortunate to have such a compatible group of artists... all of whom we will certainly keep in touch with over the coming years. The diversity of artists not only in location, but in media is wonderful. We loved the tour day and the wonderful end of the day at Beata’s home. Thank you for making this possible for us. Manfred Rapp The zeneiskola is a very inspiring place for artist to work. The facilities are clean and the staff is very accommodating. Light and studio space is very good. The fact that it is close to shops and supply stores is a great plus. Also to walks to the lake Balaton is very nice, not to mention that the restaurants are in easy walking distance. In short, a great place to work in. Renee Rhor At Balatonfured, I appreciated first of all the huge terrace where we worked every day facing the beauty of ultra old horse chestnuts. We were a team of painters and sculptors of all ages and countries and diversity was fascinating. I had time enough as well as having numerous exchanges regarding our respective works and ideas about art. This exchange gave me a lot of ideas and new experiences. A special note is for the barbecue given by Beata at her marvelous fairy tale cottage. Bela Torkos The HMC sponsored artist program has enriched my personal and artistic life beyond my wildest imagination. The program is well organized, Beata Szechy -- president of the HMC, and staff has provided a friendly and warm environment for the exploration of the imaginable realm of art. My many thanks to all. John Murdoch I found everything to be satisfactory. You and Rita were both on hand to take care of things and even out any wrinkles. Any thing that was off or strange I just kind of consider as part of the adventure of the trip. The accommodations were sparse but adequate and the food was okay to really good. I actually like the fact that it's sort of bare bones without too many frills because it would distract from working. I sort of felt like we were on an art island. We were separate from the population except for meals, when it counts most. The connection the group had through Bela, Emese, and Rita was crucial. It gave us a glimpse into Hungary and Hungarians that we wouldn't have had otherwise. I do wish that it was a little longer and I'm going to actively search for residencies that allow more time. The group was fantastic. Professional, passionate, interesting, mature. It was great for me to see this because I don't know many older artists who are making it. I was kind of bummed out at first because there weren't more younger people but it turned out to be a very good thing in the end. I didn't really make any very close friends but I enjoyed everyone's company nonetheless. If there were younger people and more drinking and partying going on I would've avoided it anyway as this is exactly what I'm trying to get away from. I feel fortunate and honored to have participated. This trip will undoubtedly cast a long shadow over anything I do in the near and distant future. I'm sorry we didn't get to talk more and wish i would've went to your place in Budapest at the beginning of the month. I assumed I'd be seeing you all the time. I can be kind of squirrely when I meet people for the first time and sometimes it takes me a while to get used to people and feel comfortable. Having said all that I think it's a wonderful thing that you do and I hope it continues to be successful for you. I've always wanted to go to Hungary. It and Czech republic have been a source of curiosity for years. It's sort of like a dream come true for this whole thing to have worked out so well. I compared my work I did before I left with the work I did in Hungary and it's like two different artists. The work I did in Hungary is so lively. I feel like I could ramble all day. I hope this letter finds you well and that the 2nd residency is as good as the first. Thank you so much. Candice Smith Corby I loved it! I loved how open and free it was with little structure. I came wanting solitary work time without judgment and am grateful that the atmosphere permitted that. The provided meals were a luxury and the restaurants great and people very nice. I enjoyed the mix of people and art styles. I loved having a writer between us. Everything was so great, I feel lucky. Thanks for all your hard work, Candice Cynthia Kukla The Hungarian Multicultural Council provided an unusual program whereby artists could make art work on site in Balatonfured from which the director selected one or more works that are permanently donated to the HMC and exhibited at a professional gallery in Balatonfured during the second residency section. There was much flurry of activity to prepare for the exhibit and the mayor spoke eloquently at the opening reception. 2004 Hungarian Multicultural Center, Inc.® P.O.Box 141374, DALLAS, TX 75214-1374 Ph.: 972-225-8053 E-mail: bszechy@yahoo.com 10th. INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS RESIDENCIES, HUNGARY 2004 Dates: June 14 - July 4 * July 5 - July 25 * July 26 - August 15, 2004 The Hungarian Multicultural Center, Inc. (HMC), nonprofit organization, invites interested visual artists and writers to submit application for its residency programs in Hungary. Its principal focus is an international residency program to which artists from around the world are invited. The goal is to provide a supportive community with uninterrupted time to work. The residencies offer participants a unique opportunity to interact with other artists representing a variety of cultures and backgrounds. Approximately 10 - 10 - 10 (total 30) artists are invited for each section. Your residency will be at F.J. Music School, (Ferencsik Janos Zeneiskola), Balatonfured. The residence offers 2 beds per room as living quarters. You will living in a college stander. The building of the college is the historic Paloczi Castle from 1700s. Studio, room, breakfast and lunch, transportation between Budapest and Balatonfured, exhibition and site seeing are included in the cost $45/day (20 days=$900). The sponsors for the residency is the City Hall of Balatonfured, Hungarian Culture Ministry and American Embassy - Culture Department. The City of Balatonfured request one piece of art by the recipients during their stay. Exhibition will be arranged at Art-East Gallery (exhibit open on august 7th). Also, every three - four years we are organizing an exhibition for the past participants at Vizivarosi Gallery in Budapest. The next exhibit will open in Budapest on July 1st, ‘04. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS January 15, 04: Last day to receive entry, slides, fee and S.A.S.E. February 1, 04: Accepted/Rejected notification cards mailed Eligibility: Open to all professional artists (writers, painters, photographers....) Jury: Beata Szechy, Hegyi Rita, and Dr. Laszlo Takacs Requested materials: form, slides, resumes and statements/writers 5 pages sample writing Slides: Work will be juried by 35 mm slides in standard mounts (no glass). Label slides with name, title of work, medium, dimensions, top and date of work. Accepted artist’s slides will be retained for HMC’s file. Fees: Mail slides, entry form, $35 (check or money order) and SASE to: HMC, P.O.Box 141374, Dallas, TX 75214-1374 --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ENTRY FORM ARTIST’S NAME: Male/Female ADDRESS: PHONE: E-MAIL: TITLE MEDIA DIMENSION 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Accepted artists: You need to sign a Contract with the HMC. Pay $900 and schedule your own travel arrangement to HMC by April 25, 2004 . For further questions or suggestions please contact us.
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The residencies offer participants a unique opportunity to interact with other artists representing a variety
of cultures and backgrounds. Past participants at the residencies are: 2002 - Raymond M. Bancroft, Laura Beamesderfer, Pip Brant, Phillip Chan, Judit Csotsits, Bob Freimark, Melissa Herrington, Phyllis Kaplan, Teo Kim-Liong, Lynn Newcomb, Tomoko Ohara, Eugenia Pardue, John Rise, Cheryl Safren, Austin Thomas, Sigrid Wonsil 2001 - Mr. Langelo Ho, Daniel Burns, Margit Czak, Duc Ly, Edith Surtmann, Miwako Kato, Jenine Gehl, Georges Le Chevallier, Melissa Furness, Carol LaFayette, Gaven Joy, Sean Regan, Cara Tomlinson, Darlyne Suzanne Chauve, Daniel Atyim, Elisabeth Melkonyan, Angela Baker, Sarah Carson 1996-Chris French |
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