2007-2008 Artist in residence

Leigh Ann Tasker

 

I grew up on a farm north of Winfield. I was involved in 4-H, sports, music and art. After studying art for two years in college, my husband and I married and began raising our family. We have four children and live on a farm in Cowley County. Our family has been involved in many activities over the years in 4-H, church and school. I have a strong commitment to the Winfield community.

My desire to become a teacher developed during these years of raising my own family. I really enjoy young people. The opportunity to help them learn and mature is a fulfilling, worthwhile occupation. My love for art has been constant during my life. As our children grew older and more self sufficient, I was able to go back to college at Wichita State University, graduating in December 2006 with a BFA. I have a license to teach art, pre-k through 12th grade.

 

          

                                                   Wheel Thrown, Stoneware Pitcher                                    Oil Wedding Portrait

 

              

                                                              Collagraph Print                                 Shibori & Japanese Paste               Hand-woven Purse

 

2008-2009 Artist-in-Residence Application

 

 

Artist-in-Resident Description and Requirements

 

Artist-in-Resident applications for 2008-2009 may be downloaded, or requested by phone at (620) 221-2161 Ext. 11.

* The annual deadline for the upcoming year is April 15th

Applicants will be notified by May 15th of acceptance.

2008-2009 Residency begins: August 1or 25, 2008

Mail completed applications to:
Winfield Arts and Humanities Council, Attn: Laura McPherson, 700 Gary, Suites A & B, Winfield KS 67156-3135

 

Applicants please submit the following materials:

1.     Application form

2.     Documentation of work in one of the following forms.

Please include descriptions as necessary.

a.      10 images of recent work in the form of slides, photographs or CD. Please label all with your name, title, size, and medium.

b.     5 minute video, VHS or DVD. Please label with your name, include a description of the work. Cue your tape.

c.     5 minute CD of music or audio performance. Please label with your name, brief description. 

d.     1-5 pages for literary submissions.

3.     Résumé

4.     Application fee of $10. This fee covers the processing of the application, and the handling and return of your documentation material. Make check payable to: WAHC

5.     Applicants may wish to include a brief project proposal, a specific interest in teaching, or possible community collaborations. However, this is not necessary for a complete application.

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Other Information

 The following websites offer more information about the community of Winfield and the Cowley County area, and local organizations that may be venues for artist exchanges. Questions or for further information, please contact Laura McPherson, laura@winfieldarts.com

USD 465, www.usd465.com

Winfield Daily Courier, www.winfieldcourier.comm

Walnut Valley Festival, www.wvfest.com

Southwestern College, www.sckans.edu

Cowley County Community College, www.cowley.cc.ks.us

Winfield Chamber of Commerce, www.winfieldks.org

            Baden Square, http://www.winfieldks.org/index.asp?NID=63