Learn the Art of Curating as an Assistant

 

 

 

 

 

Have you ever wondered how an exhibit at BWAC comes together? 

 

What needs to happen to get the work in the door and up on the walls? BWAC’s exhibition schedule provides numerous opportunities each year for members and interns to assist the curators and learn the ropes, one of the myriad experiences BWAC makes available to its members to expand their skill set and support each other.

A curator needs to know the gallery space like the back of their hand. The real magic is placing each work of art in the perfect spot, arranging the pieces to be mutually complimentary and creating a visual flow through the exhibit. This is part of the magic and expertise of a skilled curator.

There's lots of handwork to hang the show. Artwork has to be unpacked and packing materials stores for return shipping. Work is then placed around the gallery to finalize the placement of each piece. Last but not least is the hanging, which involves ladders, screw guns and levels.

Want to get involved? Terry Urban and Sandy Forrest are curating the Wide Open exhibition and would appreciate your help. You can reach Sandy at sandyclare@earthlink.net. Not available now, you can always contact BWAC admin (beewack2019@gmail.com), presidents or board members to volunteer. Join in the fun, learn something and make a difference.

 

What would you like to see highlighted in a BWAC Buzz post? Let me know. I am always interested in your thoughts. krharris46@gmail.com

 

Meet BWAC Artist: Sandra Forrest

I met Sandy through the BWAC Makers Market. She plays a pivotal role in keeping things humming at the shop that offers a wide variety of artwork and crafts made by members. Sandy's ceramics and mosaics are included in the inventory. I am a new member of BWAC and I am continually impressed with the range of opportunities BWAC offers its members but equally impressed with the folks who step up and play a major role in keeping this ship sailing. Sandy is one of those folks.

Meet Sandra Forrest

                  Lady With a Fan, After Kilimt, ceramic and glass, 24" x 24"

1. Why do I make art? 

Because it makes me happy. Nothing complicated.

2. What tools/materials do you find essential in your studio?

I work with glass primarily so I have to keep the glass organized by color, opacity, and transparency in bins and mason jars. Tools are cutters, a lightbox, and glass grinder. For my ceramics the tools are the usual clay-working tools plus an X-Acto knife, grout in several colors, and a kiln.