THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED, WITH NO DATE SET YET as of Friday, March 13.
Inspired by the #5WomenArtists social media movement and challenge put forth by the National Museum of Women in the Arts for National Women’s History Month March 2020, Watermark Art Center will host a public networking session and panel discussion regarding women artists in rural Midwest communities on March 14 from noon – 3pm. The public is invited.
Watermark is well known for presenting the work of women in the arts as independent and group show exhibitors, as well as those who commission work in Shop 505. As an arts institution situated in a rural Midwest community, Watermark consistently strives to ensure women are well-represented in contrast to the art world’s gender imbalance.
The first hour is reserved for meet-and-greet networking opportunities with regional artists and arts organizations. Following the networking session the panel will convene to discuss the following questions:
What is currently influencing your work as an artist?
How does your community impact your work?
What are your challenges as a practicing artist?
In your creative career where have you found support, guidance and opportunities?
What can we do to increase opportunities for women artists in rural areas?
There is no admission fee for this event. All the galleries and Shop 505 will be open to the public. More information and links regarding the panel and event are available at watermarkartcenter.org. Watermark is located at 505 Bemidji Avenue N, Bemidji. 218-444-7570.
Featured image: Artists Panel (L to R): Delina White, Moira Villiard, Su Legatt, Hillary Kempenich, Heidi Jeub
