Art Spark Texas

Virtual Class: Be Present
2021-04-25 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-04-18 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-04-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-03-28 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-03-21 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-03-14 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-03-07 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago)
An Art and Mindfulness Series
Art Sparks Texas is inviting you to join “Be Present”, an Art and Mindfulness series each Sunday @3pm, Feb 21 – March 28 and April 11 – May 16.
Register through Eventbrite to receive the class Zoom link to attend.
Music, Poetry, and Movement
Register for Session 1: Feb 21 – Mar 28, 2021
Movement with Nancy Bain.
March 21 and 28.
This movement workshop will focus on relaxation, posture and explore Ideokinesis, a method of visualization that can lead to improvements in physical awareness and overall well-being. The class will follow an educational, rather than therapeutic, model and will aid participants in developing their power of thinking, intuition, and kinetic awareness rather than relying on the power of the teacher. Join us for a connecting experience. Join us via Zoom.
Classes do not meet on April 4, 2021
Visual Art and Mindfulness
Register for Session 2: Apr 11 – May 16, 2020
Flutter Book with Jerry Slayton
In this 6 week workshop, each participant will learn how to bind and design their own Flutter Book. A Flutter Book uses an accordion style method of folding and can be read like a regular book, but also displayed as a sculptural piece. Each project in the workshop will explore themes of winter through mindfulness exercises, inspirational poems, and creating visual art. Our book will hold each week’s artwork and serve as a record of our written and visual growth from April—May 2021. Join us via Zoom.

These classes are a fun and engaging way to expand your artistic skills, try new art forms, and learn more about mindfulness practice. This virtual class series has two sessions, the first explores music, poetry and movement, and the second session investigates bookmaking and visual Art.

Virtual Dance Workshop: Spring Intensive Series
2021-04-25 13:00 - 15:30, 2021-04-18 13:00 - 15:30, 2021-04-11 13:00 - 15:30, 2021-04-10 13:00 - 15:30
Vertigo Power of Balance is offering five (5) movement and enrichment sessions starting on April 10th and ending on May 2nd. Class happens from 1 to 3.30pm CT.
In this series, our goal is expanding the knowledge and understanding in the field of integrated dance.
We will look for the technique that will support the refinement of improvisation, the development of physical qualities, listening and self-awareness that will resonate with the joy of development. An opportunity for diverse multidisciplinary observation.

Class meets on April 10th, April 11th, April 18th, April 25th and May 2nd from 1-3.30pm CT virtually on zoom.
Meeting Zoom Link
Cost: $75
Registration and Payment Link

Open to all ability and experience levels.
If you have any access needs, please email silva@artsparktx.org by April 5th.
About Vertigo Power of Balance
Vertigo Power of Balance was established in 2000 and is directed by Hai Cohen and Tali Wertheim who are also going to be facilitating the workshop.
Power of Balance center operates from the Vertigo Eco-Art Village home of the acclaimed Vertigo Dance Company offering comprehensive integrated dance activities that include annual programs, classes, workshops and performances in Israel and abroad.

Community Conversations: Jeremy Schack
2021-04-14 19:00 - 20:00
Our guest for this Virtual Community Conversation is April Artist of the Month Jeremy Schack. He is a multi-talented Arlington, Texas artist. Read more about Jeremy on our blog.
Join the Conversation

Meeting Link (GoToMeeting)
Meeting ID: 112081197
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Questions? Email susan@artsparktx.org

ABOUT COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS
Art Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST, and invite visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, writers, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community.

Support our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.

Virtual Class: Meet the Masters
2021-04-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-04-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-03-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-03-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-03-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-03-08 18:30 - 19:30
A weekly class for beginners and experienced artists wanting to experiment with art supplies. Learn about famous artists and create your own art based on master works by artists such as Andy Goldsworthy, Louise Nevelson, Claude Monet, and more.
You watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join others on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created.
Art Supplies are needed for this class. Download the supply list and gather your own. Or Buy from Art Spark Texas.
This class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all adults are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran programs. Registration required.
Cost
Free for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. Supplies extra. Click here to purchase supplies.
Registration
Registration required. A Go To Meeting link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register.
Questions?
Contact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org

Virtual Class: The Flutterbook Project
2021-04-08 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-04-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-03-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-03-18 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-03-11 11:00 - 12:00
Create your own Flutterbook! Join us for this weekly class filled with mindfulness exercises, inspirational poetry, and creating visual art based on nature and personal reflections. 11am-12pm. Each week you will add to your own handmade book as a record of your written and visual growth.
You watch a video and create the art on your own time. Then join others on a weekly video chat to share what you learned and created.
Art Supplies are needed for this class. Download the supply list and gather your own. Or buy from Art Spark Texas.
This class is designed and Free for Veterans and their family members. Although all adults are welcome to attend. Please consider making a donation to support our Veteran programs.
Cost
Free for Veterans and their family members. Donations encouraged for others. Supplies extra. Click here to purchase supplies.
Registration
Registration required. A Go To Meeting link will be sent to those who register. Click here to register.
Questions?
Contact April Sullivan april@artsparktx.org

Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
2021-04-03 13:00 - 14:30
The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive, open mic for writers, performers and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Saturday, April 03, 2021 at 1pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities.
Performers
click here to sign-up by noon on April 02.
As always, we’re open to work in any genre: music, spoken word, improv, skits, storytelling, dance, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list .
RSVP, invite friends, and stay tuned for event updates on our Facebook Page. You can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions.
How to Join the Open Mic
Here is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.
Save this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334
Meeting ID: 853 2311 8334
Password: [REDACTED]
For more details and visit our Lion and Pirate Facebook page.
Questions? mail Ms. Boye or call 512-454-9912
if you need more information or help signing up.
This event will include live captioning. Please contact Art Spark in advance to request other accommodations.
Thank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.

Call for Art: White Cane Day T-Shirt Design Contest
2021-03-31, 2021-03-09
The White Cane Day committee is now accepting artwork for White Cane Day 2021! We are asking for artwork to be submitted by the blind/visually impaired or anyone associated with the blind/visually impaired through family or work.
“All artwork will be checked for copyrighted material, if found we will be unable to use the artwork submitted.”

Please include the following with your art submission:

Name
Age
Address and phone number
Description of your design
Email Address

Visibility Fact: White Cane Day has sold over 20,000 T-shirts throughout Texas and the United States!
T-Shirt Design Guidelines: Must include a cane and a guide dog. Can be Drawing or Digital (.ai; .eps; .pdf; .png) Include Unique slogan with design.
Submit Artwork by March 31, 2021
Email: WhiteCaneDay@twc.state.tx.us
or by mail:
Texas Workforce Commission/Conference & Planning
IAWP Texas Chapter
P.O. Box 12945
Austin, TX 78711

Community Conversations: Amy Litzinger
2021-03-24 19:00 - 20:00
Join our virtual Community Conversation with Advocate and Dancer Amy Litzinger on Wednesday, March 24 at 7pm using GoToMeeting.
Disability advocate, artist, writer, and dancer Amy Litzinger was our final 2020 Artist of the Month. She will join us along with Body Shift dancer and choreographer Tanya Winters to talk about Amy’s experiences and what’s next for her.
Join the Conversation

Meeting Link (GoToMeeting)
Meeting ID: 289861621
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Connect on Facebook

Learn more about Amy Litzinger on our Artist of the Month blog.
About Community Conversations
Art Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST, and invite visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, writers, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community.
Join the conversation! All are welcome.
A link to the virtual event will be posted here several days beforehand and join our newsletter to get the information via email. Email questions to susan@artsparktx.org.
Support our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.

Virtual Class: Elements Dance
2021-03-13 11:00 - 12:00
This week: Shape on Us by Sharon Fridman.
Watch the award winning dance performance followed by a discussion with the cast member Q&A and dance workshop led by the artistic directors of Vertigo – Power of Balance. Shape of Us by Sharon Fridman is the latest artistic production of Vertigo – Power of Balance from Israel. Register here via eventbrite to receive a link to watch the video before class.

Art Spark Dance has been offering dance classes that are welcoming and accessible for all for over a decade. In our Elements class, we guide you through exercises that support your individual creative expression and for you to move in new and unique ways in a fun environment.
Classes meet every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at 11am CT. Cost: $5-20 per class. Pay online here.
Join Zoom Meeting
Meeting ID: 842 7407 0780
Passcode: [REDACTED]
For more information, contact silva@artsparktx.org.

Community Conversations: Edie Bakker
2021-03-10 19:00 - 20:00
Our guest for this Virtual Community Conversation is March Artist of the Month Edie Bakker. She is a Texas-based author and poet with a colorful and adventurous background. Edie will be talking about her work, her personal history and will give us some writing tips, then we will do a short writing exercise.
Join the Conversation

Meeting Link (GoToMeeting)
Meeting ID: 879525781

Join our newsletter
Connect on Facebook

Learn more about Edie Bakker on our Artist of the Month blog.
About Community Conversations
Art Spark Texas introduced our virtual arts roundtable series “Community Conversations” in Spring of 2020, as a way of staying connected and continuing our mission during this time of the pandemic. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 7-8pm CST, and invite visual artists, musicians, dancers, actors, writers, disability advocates and others to engage with the Art Spark community.
Join the conversation! All are welcome.
A link to the virtual event will be posted here several days beforehand and join our newsletter to get the information via email.
Support our programs: Donate to Art Spark Texas.

Virtual Open Mic - The Lion & Pirate
2021-03-06 19:00 - 20:30
The Lion & Pirate in 2021 inclusive, open mic for writers, performers and acoustic musicians invites you to join us Saturday, March 06, 2021 at 7pm. Sponsored by Art Spark Texas and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest. Organizers also include Malvern Books and the Coalition of Texans Disabilities.
Performers
click here to sign-up by midnight on the preceding day.
As always, we’re open to work in any genre: music, spoken word, improv, skits, storytelling, dance, poems or prose… Anything you can perform! There will be 10 sign up slots. We ask that you sign up ahead of time. Any sign-ups after 10 will be held on a backup list .
RSVP, invite friends, and stay tuned for event updates on our Facebook Page. You can tune in just to connect with your community and give us those “clap” reactions.
How to Join the Open Mic
Here is the link to join the Virtually Lion & Pirate Open Mic as a Performer or Guest.
Save this Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85323118334
Meeting ID: 853 2311 8334
Password: [REDACTED]
For more details and visit our Lion and Pirate Facebook page.
Questions? mail Ms. Boye or call 512-454-9912
if you need more information or help signing up.
This event will include live captioning. Please contact Art Spark in advance to request other accommodations.
Thank you for donating and supporting Art Spark Texas Speaking Advocates Program and the Pen 2 Paper Creative Writing Contest.
