Celebration of the Arts in Howard County |
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Sponsorships The Celebration is an important showcase for local performing and visual artists AND it is a successful fundraiser as well. In fact, the Celebration is the Arts Council’s major source of annual corporate support. Proceeds not only underwrite the event, but help support the Arts Council’s grants and education programs for children and adults throughout the year. Each level of sponsorship offers its own set of benefits from tickets to marketing initiatives to networking opportunities for sponsors and their guests. Contact the Arts Council at 410.313.ARTS (2787) to determine which sponsorship level is right for you!! Rising Star Competition The Arts Council established the Rising Star award in 2003 to provide opportunities for emerging performing artists with roots in Howard County and to assist them in the development and practice of their art. Selected applicants will be auditioned and 10 artists will be selected as finalists. Each finalist performs at the Celebration for the Arts gala. Audience members then vote to decide the winner and the announcement is made on stage! Are you the next Rising Star? Download Rising Star Application The 2008 Rising Star Sponsor was The Jeffrey Group at Citi Smith Barney Fabulous Food Each year the Celebration showcases delectible edibles from over 20 area restaurants and caterers. Our Food Sponsors are encouraged to create an artistic display table that promotes their business and adds to the excitement of the evening. Each year we honor three food sponsors with outstanding presentation awards. Last year's awards were given to Absolutely Perfect Catering, The Elkridge Furnace Inn, and La Palapa Too. Silent Auction The Silent Art Auction is the visual arts component of the Celebration. Wilde Lake's mini-theater is transformed into a dramatic setting to showcase the stunning work of artists who live, work or study in Howard County. The breadth of style and medium of the two- and three-dimensional artwork in this exhibit is amazing - 2008's Auction included over 100 pieces from 54 artists! Proceeds from the Auction are split 50-50 with the artists, which provides a unique opportunity to own a beautiful piece of art while supporting the arts of Howard County. Come see the show!
If you are an artist who would like to participate in the Silent Auction, entry forms will be available late November. Please check back then!
Please mark your calendar for next year's Celebration on April 25, 2009.
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HOWARD COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL
