Get updates by RSS
Update #5: HABITAT!
For backers only,
Posted on May 2
If you're a backer of this project, please
log in
to read this post.
Update #4: Brainstorming!
For backers only,
Posted on February 16
If you're a backer of this project, please
log in
to read this post.
Update #3: Space!
Check out this beautiful space in Ft. Andross (the old mill) here in Brunswick that we're pining over!
The photos don't quite do it justice. It's two rooms with huge windows, high ceilings, and a utility sink in back. And importantly, it's very accessible to both Spindleworks artists and community members alike and located near the studios of some of our favorite local artists. We think it has amazing potential to be transformed into a big sensory art experience during this residency!
This space is slightly more pricey than we budgeted for, so any additional backers we can rally during the final two weeks of this Kickstarter campaign would be great. Can you tell your friends and share this project on Facebook, Twitter, etc? Here's the handy link: www.kickstarter.com/projects/spindleworks/husoworks
Thank you again! Stay tuned for more updates at the end of the month when Matt and the artists begin their brainstorming sessions.
Update #2: Spindleworks says THANKS!
For backers only,
Posted on January 26
If you're a backer of this project, please
log in
to read this post.
Update #1: Well, hello there!
We are well on our way to raising HALF of the goal in less than 24 hours from launch! You folks are out of control enthusiastic and awesome! Thank you so much for getting with us on this endeavor. Extended collaborations/artist in residency projects like this are rare at Spindleworks because honestly there just isn't room in our budget to do them, and going the Kickstarter route is quite an experiment for us. If this is funding method is successful, expect to see more projects like this -- featuring local artists in collaboration with Spindleworks -- in the future! We are committed to providing new and challenging creative opportunities for the Spindleworkers while also employing Maine artists, and you're making that happen.
Our overall budget for this residency with Matt Anderson is $7,000. We've received a generous grant from the Senter Fund to cover a portion of that, and have another application out into the ether as we speak. Your support through Kickstarter is very much needed to cover the difference between what these grants may cover and the actual cost of the project. Anything we raise over the Kickstarter goal of $2,800 will secure the project and make the work produced during it even better. So, thank you!
If you are in the Brunswick/Greater Portland area, stay tuned for info on how you can actually come visit us in the work space once the project begins. If you are a friend far away, don't worry -- we've got ways for you to join in as well.
Thanks again for supporting, sharing the project, and joining us on this crazy new adventure...
Alyce, Liz, Matt, and all the artists & staff at Spindleworks.
70
Backers
$3,150
pledged of $2,800 goal
0
seconds to go
Funding Successful
This project successfully raised its funding goal on February 17.
Pledge $5 or more Pledge $5 or more
A handmade postcard created by the artists during the residency and backer-only project updates on Kickstarter.
Pledge $10 or more Pledge $10 or more
A ringtone and a postcard created by the artists during the residency.
Pledge $15 or more Pledge $15 or more
You get the ringtone, plus access to a password protected blog featuring videos, images, audio and text from the project while we are creating it!
Pledge $25 or more Pledge $25 or more
All of the above, and a limited-edition CD of audio recordings created by the artists in handmade packaging.
Pledge $50 or more Pledge $50 or more
The ringtone, secret blog access, digital download of audio recordings -- and a one-on-one, ten minute Skype session with the artists during the residency!
Pledge $75 or more Pledge $75 or more
A piece of original art from the installation -- plus the ringtone, secret blog access, and digital download of audio recordings.
Pledge $100 or more Pledge $100 or more
A personalized video postcard created by the artists during the project, plus a piece of original art, ringtone, secret blog access, and digital download of audio recordings.
Project By
Has not connected their Facebook account.
"HANDICAP, I HEARD ABOUT IT BUT I AIN'T GOT IT NOW" - Rita Langlois
This is probably one of the most famous lines written/spoken at Spindleworks, and so telling of the outlook of the artists here who break down stereotypes with their unique and wonderful view of the world and their expression of their place in it.
Over 40 artists work in a variety of mediums, including painting and drawing, ceramics and woodworking, weaving and other fiber and fabric arts. In addition, the artists write poetry and stories, and express themselves through acting, music, photography, video, and performing arts. Their work has been exhibited widely, and they are well known and respected members of Maine's artistic community.
Spindleworks is a non profit art center for adults with disabilities and a program of the Independence Association of Brunswick Maine, whose mission is to help children and adults with disabilities achieve full and inclusive lives in their chosen community. Founded in 1978, artists in the Spindleworks program come from surrounding communities in southern, midcoast, and central Maine.
Artists attending the program receive supplies, studio space, and guidance as needed. Their work is exhibited in the Whatnot Gallery and Store at Spindleworks as well as in shows both locally and nationally. The artists receive 75% of the sale price of their work, with 25% returning to the program to purchase supplies.
For more information on any of the artists, to see new work, or to inquire about purchasing work, please contact us:
(207) 725-8820
spindleworks@spindleworks.org
We are open Monday - Friday, 9am - 4pm and located at
7 Lincoln Street
Brunswick, Maine
