Motherwell at the Block

I know Evanston can be a trek but this gem of a show is worth it! Come see a wonderful selection of Robert Motherwell's work at the Block Museum! This collection comes from the Walker Art Center, known for having one of the most extensive collection of Motherwell's work in the world!

http://www.blockmuseum.northwestern.edu/exhibitions/current/motherwell.html

Chicago EMPs on FACEBOOK

Hello EMPs,

Just wanted to let you know that Chicago EMPs have a facebookg group page now. It will have our events posted there for RSVP. Check it out.

http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=112526197253

or look up "Chicago Emerging Museum Professionals".

Join the group! 

Sheetal

AAM Session Planning Meeting

Hello People.

We are having an AAM session planning meeting on Tuesday June 9 at 6pm at Mercury Cafe, located at 1505  Chicago Avenue (east of Ashland).

Bring ideas and join us! 

Sheetal 

AAM Annual Meeting 2010- PROPOSE A SESSION!!

American Association of Museums Annual Meeting 2010

Los Angeles, CA

May 23 -26, 2010 

Even though we just finished up the 2009 Annual Meeting in Philadelphia, its already time to begin thinking about what contributions EMPs can make to next year's conference.  At the meeting this year,  I was encouraged to hear that AAM is looking for more proposals submitted by EMPs around the country for their annual meeting.

Do you have an idea for session proposal? need to bounces your ideas off others?? Use this blog to converse with your fellow Chicago EMPs!  It would be WONDERFUL to have a Chicago EMP -led session in 2010. 

Proposal Deadline for Committee Endorsement: July 10 (highly encouraged)

General Proposal Deadline: August 31 

You can find out more about proposing a session for next year at http://www.aam-us.org/am10/

AAM Annual Meeting 2009 Wrap Up

If any of you attended the 2009 AAM Annual Meeting please post your comments or thoughts about the conference here. How were the sessions? Did you go to any EMP sessions? What else would you like to see at these meetings??  Our input is greatly appreciated! 

To get the ball rolling I attended a thoughtful session on Women in Leadership as it relates to the arts.  The panelist were very knowledgeable and shared some eye-opening facts about how much less women make, even in our field!  The conversation was great.  Women at all stage of their careers had advice, constructive opinions, and ideas to share! 

Art Institute needs VOLUNTEERS for Modern Wing Opening!

The Art Institute needs 200 volunteers over 3 days for various opening
events for the Modern Wing!  Volunteering will give you access to the
new building and the opportunity to check it out BEFORE its opens to
the public on May 16.

Please see available shifts and contact for signing up below. These
are 4-hour shifts. Volunteers will be standing in the Modern Wing and
acting as "human arrows" while 16,000 members walk through on those
days. Jennifer will be able to give you more details.

To sign up for a shift, folks should call Jennifer Thielen at
312-499-4106 or e-mail her at:  jthielen@artic.edu

Tuesday May 12
Morning Shift: 9am-1pm
Afternoon Shift: 1pm-5pm
Evening Shift: 5pm-9pm

Wednesday May 13
Morning Shift: 9am-1pm
Afternoon Shift: 1pm-5pm
Evening Shift: 5pm-9pm

Thursday May 14
Morning Shift: 7am-12pm
Afternoon Shift: 12pm-5pm

AAM Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo, Philadelphia, April 30 - May 4

The American Association of  Museums (AAM) Annual Meeting and MuseumExpo is a four-day conference that brings together museum professionals from every state and more than 50 countries around the world to share ideas, inspire and connect each other.  The conference is filled with more than 180 educational sessions, workshops, powerful thought leaders within and outside of the museum field, behind the scenes tours of area museums, and evening events hosted by the local museum community! 

There will be an EMP reception on Friday May 1 during the conference.  Please purchase your ticket in advance to attend.  There will also be special EMP sessions at the conference.

Find the full meeting schedule and register at http://www.aam-us.org/am09/! 

Please let us know if you are planning on attending this year.

Art Chicago, May 1-4

Art Chicago 2009, the annual international fair of contemporary and modern art, brings together the world's leading emerging and established galleries. Art Chicago offers curator, collectors, artists, and art enthusiasts a comprehensive survey of current and historic work, from cutting-edge to modern masters in a wide variety of media including: painting, photography, drawings, prints, sculpture, video, and special installations. 

Art Chicago will be located at: 

The Merchandise Mart

222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, 12th floor

Chicago, IL 60654

For more information on general hours and purchasing tickets, visit http://www.artchicago.com/

Professional Development! TONIGHT!

Thomas & Associates, Inc./www.artstaffing.comThe leading art staffing and art career service firm presents

How to Find a Job in the Arts in Challenging Times
A Workshop for Emerging and Mid-CareerArts & Culture Professionals

WHAT:
How to Find a Job in the Arts in Challenging Times is a two-hourworkshop developed specifically for job seekers in the arts andculture sector. Whether you want to work in galleries, museums, artcenters, performing arts, or auction houses, experts from Thomas &Associates, Inc. will provide you with essential information andaction steps to start and advance your career. Refreshments will beserved.

WHEN:
6:30-8:30 pm, Thursday, March 26, 2009
Workshop begins promptly at 6.30pmCheck-in and Networking begins at 6.00pm

WHERE:
Spertus610 South Michigan AvenueChicago, IL
Don’t miss this important opportunity to:
Understand the current job market and developing trendsIdentify your skills & match them to job opportunitiesManage your job searchStrengthen your resume and cover letterPrepare for and succeed with your job interview

Space is limited! Pre-payment is required. Secure your registration atwww.artstaffing.com or contact Tracey King, Senior Associate/ Chicagoat 312.650.5220.

Reduced Rate:
$99 per person
Special Rate:
$45 for members of Chicago’s EMP Group

Presenter:Geri Thomas, President of Thomas & Associates, Inc., has been involvedwith arts & culture organizations internationally for more than 25years and conducts numerous professional development workshops oncareers, employment and workforce issues.
“The career services you needto get the arts & culture position you want.”
Geri Thomas, PresidentTracey King, Senior AssociateThomas & Associates, Inc.400 East Randolph, Prof. Bldg. #205Chicago, IL 60601Phone: 312.650.5220www.artstaffing.com

Art replaces Ads

Hey EMPs,

Check this out. A firefox application that allows you to replace ad boxes on the webpage you are viewing with images of artwork....

http://planckstudios.com/news/2009/mar/05/add-art-smart-firefox-extension/

Sheetal

Snow Days Chicago

Thought this might be a interesting winter event! 

Snow Days Chicago

A FREE five-day festival on Michigan Avenue in Grant Park featuring a snow sculpture design competition,  dog sled demonstrations, kids activities and much more! 

Feb 12 -16, 2009 

See event details and programs at: 

http://www.explorechicago.org/city/en/things_see_do/event_landing/special_events/mose/snow_days_chicago.html

EMP Planning Event this Winter!

Hello and Happy New Year.  

This winter we have an upcoming networking and planning event.  RSVP to sheetalita@gmail.com, here are the details: 

EMP Networking and Planning Event

When: Wednesday February 4, 2009

Time: 6-8pm

Place: Sheetal's house; 4444 North Damen Avenue, Unit 2E 

How to get there: Montrose or Damen Brown line stops, Damen Bus, Montrose Bus. 

What to Bring: Beverage of your choice. I will provide food and some drinks for the evening.

This will be a super casual event and a good one to network and meet your fellow EMPs. We will talk about ideas for upcoming events, what kind of resources we have among us, and more! 

Hope you can join!