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A Publication Featuring The Information Services Technology of Maine State Government
| Volume V, Issue 8 | August 2002 |
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MaineArts.com is the Maine Arts Commission’s (MAC) updated gateway tothe arts and culture world of Maine. The web site, designed using state-of-the-art technology, provides a central domain for the arts and cultural communities, organizations and artists of Maine. The new MaineArts.com is a user-friendly and interactive way to access the programs MAC offers, providing its users with resources such as online marketing opportunities and links to other useful sites, among others.
MaineArts.com was designed to be informational, educational, promotional and – most of all – easy to use. MaineArts.com is an interactive site for:
Moreover, MaineArts.com is a service for all the citizens of Maine; it is a way for everyone to find out how the Maine Arts Commission builds Maine communities through the arts. Highlights of the newly designed MaineArts.com site include the following directory databases.
Maine Artists & Organizations: From this database, the public now has access to the full range of artistic activities that abound here in Maine. Choose a name, a town, an artistic discipline, or a descriptive keyword and see what comes up. Not finding what you want? Try a broader category, such as museums or galleries, for a particular exhibition or a different form of a word (guitarist vs. guitar) to bring up a comprehensive list of artists. Once you have found the entries, your access is boundless, with updated contact information, upcoming events and direct links to additional web sites and images just a click or two away. You can browse the directory for information on the arts community in Maine or self-subscribe for a web directory listing.
MaineArtistAccess Juried Artists: This database offers access to artists of all disciplines who are listed in the MaineArtistAccess program. Artists with this status have been juried by the Contemporary Artist Development committee and are recommended for use by the public as professional artists demonstrating high artistic merit. Anyone wishing to apply for inclusion on the adjudicated directory should refer to the MaineArtistAccess program guidelines.
Juried Public Artists: This database provides access to a list of all artists who work on public art projects. Citizen groups, building committees, Percent for Art committees, architects and other arts professionals may use this database to facilitate the process of finding appropriate artists who have work available to sell or who will create work on a commission basis. In addition, the Maine Arts Commission maintains a collection of the portfolios of these juried artists, which include resumes, news clippings, artists' statements, and slides/photographs of each artist's work. Any artist, in-state or out-of-state, may apply annually to the Public Art category. However, only Maine artists are eligible for listing in the online directory of public artists. For a full list of public artists, please contact the MAC office at 207/287-2724.
Maine Arts Events Calendar: This calendar includes a listing of arts and cultural events. All arts and cultural events in Maine are eligible for listing. Listings are posted by the public by each individual and/or organization through a user ID and password. If you have questions about how to use this directory please call 207/287-2724. Maine Arts Commission’s goal is to host a calendar directory for your use when you are scheduling and enjoying the many art and cultural events the state has to offer. Users are also provided with direct links to the event sponsor, when available, to learn more about the events listed and/or to purchase tickets.
Opportunities database: Regularly updated opportunities are provided as a service for artists, arts organizations and educators. They include markets, competitions, residencies, exhibitions, grants, employment, and more. Users can browse opportunities from around the state and beyond or submit an opportunity to be posted. Please be sure to include deadlines, phone number, address, e-mail and contact person. Opportunities without deadlines will be posted for one year.
News & Publications: Maine Arts Commission is pleased to keep you informed with its latest news releases and publications. Users can browse press releases from around the state, submit a press release to be posted, view the current edition of MaineArtsMag (and previous issues) and view other agency publications.
Questions? Lisa Veilleux, is the Information/Technology Manager at the Maine Arts Commission. Contact her by calling 207/287-7050 or e-mailing lisa.veilleux@state.me.us. Lisa may also be reached via TTY by calling 287-2360.
