Of Interest…

For the latest updates, add Tu Scene as a friend on Facebook or follow on Twitter. I’m way behind on the Google calendar, but will try to get to it soon. There’s a lot of things to look forward to in February, but considering it’s the end of the month, this weekend is also pretty active.

SHOWS

Industria Studios Open House
Saturday, January 30, 4-9pm
Industria Studios
1441 E. 17th St.
$5 admission

Get a glimpse of Industria Studios’ sculpture facility, including foundry and forge. Heavy industry, indeed. Demonstrations of bronze casting and blacksmithing; entertainment by Flam Chen; live music by Shaky Bones, Still Life with Telescope and Anarchestra; members art show; silent art auction and raffle; food and drink. For more information email industriastudios@gmail.com or call 520-235-0797.

Jerry & Kenzo Closing Reception
Saturday, January 30, 8-11pm
Lulubell Toy Bodega
439 N. 6th Avenue, Suite 187

More like a second opening than a closing reception. Painters/designers Jerry Jordan and Kenzo Butler have created new work created especially for this, only it’ll be your last chance to buy. DJ Sync will be on the decks.

Intuition Closing Reception
Saturday, January 30, 8-11pm
FLOW Gallery
439 N. 6th Ave. Suite 159

New work by Leander D’Ambrosia, Tina Notaro, Craig Wilson and Zach Bloom.

Art Out The Ass House Party Installation
Saturday, January 30, 9pm-2am
602 E. 9th St.

You know all the kids will be at this one. Art house party installation by Eric Fite, Josh Flood and S. Skuzzin. Music from DJ InIt and Zackey Force Funk.

Tucson Fashion Collective First Planning Meeting
Sunday, January 31, 2-4pm
Skrappy’s
191 E. Toole

I know this isn’t art, but a lot of artists I know are into fashion, and I’m sure many photographers check this site too which is why I’m posting it. Maybe there’s room for some inventive collaboration with visual artists too here? There’s only one way to find out… The group will be discussing the early stages of planning, submissions for runway slots and finding sponsors/funding. Fashion week is being planned for the last week of September but the next 9 months will pass by quickly. Bring business cards and portfolios for networking. Food and beverages will be provided. Add Tucson Fashion Week Collective on Facebook for more info.

STREET SCIENCE with Golden Mean
Every Sunday starting at 9pm
Sports
254 E. Congress

Local artists and members of Golden Mean Clothing, Chase Euerle and Dave Carender will be painting/collaborating/creating art live while Dave Wright, Falcotronik, and Metragnome perform.

NEWS

• Kresge Foundation gives $200,000 for Arts, Culture and Community Projects in Tucson
• BICAS wheatpastes in Juxtapoz magazine
• Steinfield Warehouse update
• Tucson Museum of Art Recieves $50,000 Grant from Snoopy (i.e. MetLife Foundation)
• MOCA Gala sold out, after-party tickets still available

DEADLINES

Tucson Sculpture Festival
Load-in: February 4 and 5
Exhibition: February 6-13

Calling all sculptors to participate in the Tucson Sculpture Festival. The festival will take place in the Tucson Warehouse Arts District. Coinciding with the Tucson Gem Show, this is an opportunity to showcase your work to an international group of buyers. Contact Danny Wolverton at (520) 437-7716 or danny@parasolproject.com for info.

Art That Heals
Deadline: February 4
Exhibition: March 11-May 16
Tohono Chul Park Exhibit Hall
7366 N. Paseo del Norte

Tohono Chul Park is seeking submissions by artists from Arizona and the greater Southwest for Art That Heals, an exhibition of artwork that has a healing purpose. Original artwork in all media is welcome for Art That Heals.  Completed works may be submitted in slide, photo, or digital media/CD format. Each artist may submit up to six pieces for consideration. Deadline:  For more information please contact peggyhazard@tohonochulpark.org or call (520) 742-6455 x217. Email submissions or mail materials with a SASE to Peggy Hazard, Assistant Exhibit Curator, Tohono Chul Park, 7366 N Paseo del Norte, Tucson AZ 85704.

Art for Tucson Folk Festival Poster, T-Shirts, and Program Cover
Deadline: February 1
Festival: May 1 and 2

Tucson Kitchen Musicians Association festival is May 1&2.  Win a $250 cash prize, a half page ad in the program and bragging rights while promoting your artwork all over Tucson. Check out poster designs from previous festivals at www.tkma.org/posters.html. For information email artwork@tucsonfolkfest.org.

Valentine’s Day-esque Short Film/Video Show
Deadline: ASAP
Showcase: February 13
The Screening Room
127 E. Congress

Film makers, amateur or not, are wanted to submit short films/videos for review to be shown at an upcoming Valentine’s Day-esque show at the Screening Room on February 13. Any interpretations, allegorical ruminations, celebrations, critiques and enhanced examinations of the loosely defined emotion of “love” are welcome. Queries can be made to amyrude27@gmail.com.