A life in the arts can lead to some interesting gigs. The career of Allan Reeder first led to MCC through his award-winning fiction (he's won our Artist Fellowship in Fiction/Creative Nonfiction twice - in 2006 and in 2010), but it includes many other forays into the world of writing and publishing. A sampling: he's assisted John Irving with revising his work, edited for The … [Read more...]
Ask an Arts Attorney
This is our second installment of Ask an Arts Attorney, in which arts and entertainment lawyer Jenny Milana of DangerMilana answers your questions on legal issues relating to work in the arts. Incidentally, if you have any arts law questions, send them our way for a future "Ask an Arts Attorney" post. Please note: this post is for informational benefit only and should not … [Read more...]
September Fellows Notes Addendum!
Some might assume that the editors of ArtSake are, like Mary Poppins, practically perfect in every way. (Other assumed similarities: that we carry coat racks in our handbags and frequently fraternize with chimney sweeps.) However, despite this appearance of practical perfection, we occasionally slip, missing important news when compiling our monthly Fellows Notes updates from … [Read more...]
Artist Opportunities Right Back At You
You talkin' to me? Well I'm the only one here. Writers Interested in heightening your craft with your first writing workshop at Boston's Grub Street? Consider applying for The Run for Grub Scholarship. The fund, which will cover the cost of a 10- or 6-week workshop for four different students, was founded by Grub member Catherine Elcik, who ran a marathon to raise money for … [Read more...]
Fellows Notes – Sep 10
September 2010 We compile a monthly list of presentations, honors, publications, and events featuring past and present MCC Artist Fellows & Finalists. As you'll see, the news is good - not just about these award-winning artists, but also about the breadth and vitality of contemporary arts throughout the Commonwealth. Of the nine finalists for the 2010 James and … [Read more...]