EVENTS
- March 16: Artist Talk with Aazam Irilian at 7:00 pm on Zoom
- March 18: Strategic Retreat Karen Schifman's house at 9:30 am (contact Susan Spector for details and RSVP)
- ONGOING: Join or Renew It is always time to renew! (WCA)
- ONGOING: You can support SCWCA Scholarship Funds by purchasing SCWCA catalogs and promotional items online. See information below.
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My dear friends,
As you know I recently stepped down from being president of SCWCA, a position I held for over 6 years. I am so grateful for all of the friendships I made, and the programs and exhibitions we were involved in during that time. We were able to continue connecting despite the pandemic. I am proud to have been the president of this amazing organization. I am delighted that Susan Spector has stepped up to the helm and I am sure you will offer her the same support and kindness that was offered to me.
Most recently I was pleased to present the Seeing Red exhibit at my Cathedral City gallery. The exhibition was such a great success. Thanks to all of you who helped make it possible. Karen Schifman helped me create a wonderful flow hanging the art works. Each piece spoke to each other, highlighting the best of all works. With her great eye for detail, the show was beautiful. I could not have done it without her and of course my sister. The opening was flooded with people. For those who attended, bravo for making the trip. I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. During the weeks, many people came to view the show, impressed with the diversity and asked to join SCWCA.
At closing, Dellis Frank came with her bundle of energy and joy, to help dismantle the show and wrap each piece with loving care. We were able to take down the show and put my work up the same day! She is someone I treasure and feel lucky that we have her as a member of SCWCA.
Lastly, I want to thank you all for the beautiful flowers, card and gift. I feel fortunate to know all of you. I will continue to count on you as friends.
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To a creative life,
Shelley Heffler
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NATIONAL EVENT
The Second Saturday Sessions are programs that were originally scheduled for the WCA National Conference which was canceled due to the pandemic. WCA has pivoted much of the programming to be offered for free to WCA members. Read about all of the Second Saturday Sessions, view recordings of past sessions and sign-up for a session on our Programs page.
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Ring in the New Year by joining a Pod!
Pods are small friendship groups (usually 3-5 SCWCA members) who meet regularly on Zoom (or in person!) to share their artistic journeys and enjoy each other's company. We have very active pods. They meet for art-shares, friendship and all-around support. They are really having a great time! Want to join a Pod or create one of your own? For more information about this, please e-mail Cathy Engel-Marder at culturelink1@yahoo.com.
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New Membership Portal: WCA changed its membership platform to give easier access to your membership benefits and each other. Membership orientations are underway and we want you to take full advantage of them.
Membership Orientations for the general membership are available now. Workshop dates will be announced in the following weeks. Check the WCA or the SCWCA websites for information.
When joining or renewing your membership online at WCA, at the new member portal under the chapter membership dropdown menu, please select CAS (Southern California) for your membership to become active with our chapter. You can also select a national caucus and provide additional information about your background. Please note if you do not select “CAS” you will not have local Southern California chapter membership and will not be eligible for member only programs and exhibitions.
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NETWORKING
- Wishing you had partners for an art vacation?
- Trying to develop a community project?
- Looking for or need a mentor? Want to start or join a critique group?
- Looking for framers, shippers or photographers with great references?
- Want to collaborate with another artist?
- Have an idea for a curatorial proposal and want to learn about next steps?
RESOURCES
ARTIST CAREER DEVELOPMENT ZOOM CLASSES
Linda Vallejo offers artist career development Zoom workshops through the Los Angeles Center of Photography (LACP) and The Southeast Center for Photography (SEC4P). Sessions include “The Artist Toolkit” that teaches artists how to create a “digital toolkit” presentation package and communication tools aimed at expanding exhibition, press and publication opportunities. Another Zoom class is “A to Z Grant Writing with Linda Vallejo” for emerging and established artists who want to advance their careers through fellowships and residency opportunities and “Artists Working with Art Organizations” where artists learn how to work with nonprofit organizations to raise funds for exhibitions, publications, classes and workshops and special projects.
ONE-ON-ONE ARTIST CAREER COACHING
Artist Linda Vallejo offers one-on-one coaching sessions for artists who wish to move their career forward. These sessions are meant for serious artists who wish to move from competition group exhibitions to small group and solo exhibition opportunities. Message Linda via Facebook or LinkedIn to schedule an interview. Limited spaces available.
We make it easier for you to link with other artists. If you have an idea, a wish or a helpful resource including, but certainly not limited to the ones listed here, help us get the word out.
Email your name, contact information and what you have or hope to share to: Cathy Engel-Marder at culturelink1@yahoo.com by the 23rd of the month. Subject line "Networking and Resources."
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SCWCA 2022 MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL REMINDER
Thank you to all our members who have already renewed for the upcoming year. If you have not already done so, please renew your SCWCA 2022 membership online soon at https://www.nationalwca.org. Remember to choose CAS for our local chapter.
To renew by snail mail, send a $75 check payable to SCWCA to Treasurer Karen Schifman at 16795 Monte Hermoso Drive, Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
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SCWCA eNEWS SUBMISSIONS
To share an upcoming exhibition or accomplishment in SCWCA eNews, send the information to scwcaenews@gmail.com by the 15th of the month prior to the month of publication.
 is on YouTube!
 SCWCA has a YouTube Channel where you can view past and current videos of exhibitions, artists talks, studio tours and more. Check it out!
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You can support SCWCA Scholarship Funds by purchasing SCWCA catalogs and promotional items online.
Personal Voices / Cultural Visions: Conversations in the Visual Arts Community, Los Angeles 1994 - 1996
is available on Amazon.com.
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The Common Ground Exhibition catalog is available for purchase on Amazon.
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The She Votes altered book project that commemorates the 100th anniversary of the passage of the 19th amendment ratifying a woman’s right to vote.
The catalog of the book can be purchased on Amazon.
Check out each page of She Votes by clicking on the link.
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