THE STORY
L'Ecole Des Beaux Arts (LDBA) was started because even with a degree in fine art, I had difficulty in finding the instruction, information and tools I needed to continue to grow and become a better artist. I noticed that the same was true for my friends and neighbors, most of whom are also artists, innovators, and creatives. As I started a dialogue with them, the need became clear: we needed a kind of two-fold community institution. Yes, we needed place where we could obtain artist supplies and tools, but we needed it to include an open studios educational element - a space that would provide classes taught by local, community experts for adults and children alike. The response was overwhelming. People came out of the woodwork wanting not just to share their expertise, but wanting to continue their own educations by enrolling themselves and their children as well.
THE PROJECT
I have put together an initial list of teachers and the classes they will teach at LDBA. My goal is to start the first round using kickstarter. Classes will be held in Williamsburg, Brooklyn and will begin as early as January 2013, to continue through the spring. Course work, class size and content are decided based on the needs and desires of the teacher and community. Teachers are chosen for their expertise and refined aesthetic; materials are chosen for their high quality, function and durability. The money from kickstarter will pay the teachers and buy the supplies, as well as help pay for the space. This project will fund the first round of classes at LDBA.
With your contribution, you will help start a school.
THE REWARDS!!!!
www.atmostheory.com www.cdryan.com
THE CLASSES
When this project reaches its goal, classes will be tallied, the participants will be individually contacted and placed in a class that works for each recipient's schedule. Adult classes are 18 and older unless otherwise indicated, child classes are age indicated in their reward description. Classes will begin in January, 2013 and run through April, 2013.
THE TEACHERS AND ARTISTS
An unbelievable number of my friends and acquaintances have come forth to teach classes at LDBA and contribute to this project. Teachers are chosen based on their ideas, skills, charisma, and talent. The additional contributing artists are all SUPER talented and hot. (MANY THANKS TO YOU ALL!)
In no particular order:
SPECIAL THANKS TO:
'YEARS AROUND THE SUN' FOR THE MUSIC
MORE & CO.
PETER DROSTE
STEPHANIE HALMOS
ERIC MOFFAT
JULIETTE HERMANT
BEN YOUNGER
PERRY CHEN
FABIEN SANTOS
Risks and challenges
The risks and challenges that I am facing on this project are luckily very few. I have the space, teachers and supplies lined up; all I need is the funding. I can see teacher's schedules being an issue; unforeseen challenges arising with student scheduling, but I am confident that I can figure out schedules that work for everyone. Obviously there may be delays in production; however, I have included plenty of of time for production of items that may be delayed. I feel that with constant communication between myself and the artists, teachers, and students, I can work out any challenges that arrise.
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Funding period
- (30 days)