October 25 is International Artist Day!
What fantastic news, now artists all over the world have a day to call their own and to celebrate, well, being themselves. ^_^ October 25th has been chosen to honor artists worldwide. (Which also happens to be Picassos’ birthday.)
As the official website says:
Picasso was instrumental in bringing art to the masses more than any other artist up to that time. He is the iconic artist personified.
Now more than ever it is important to focus on art and culture. Mainstream television, globalization and the internet are wiring everyone down to the lowest common denominator. True living requires attunement to our common humanity which is accessed through inspiration and the arts. By giving our attention to artists, we have the opportunity for one day to focus on what is eternal and timeless in our civilization. Just as Remembrance Day is important for reflection, Oct. 25th can give us a reason to participate in the arts personally.
Alyson Stanfield of Art Biz Blog has some great suggestions on how you can celebrate this day. More information is available on the website www.internationalartistday.com.
Artist cousins,
On Oct 30th Graphic Artists Guild is hosting a workshop about the do’s and don’ts of finding and using an artist representative. Might be of interest to some of you. (Info via Colleen Doran’s blog.)
