MINT ANNOUNCES EMERGING ARTISTS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –, April 26, 2011, Atlanta, GA:
Leap Year, facilitated by MINT, will be a year long, emerging artists mentorship program that utilizes the established
talent and organic connectivity of the Atlanta artistic community. Selected artists will have the opportunity to
participate in a program of development with resources culled from numerous organizations and individuals active in
Georgia. Leap Year's goals are to provide space and support for emerging artists to be more thoughtful about their
work and creative careers, to foster partnerships and community between various arts organizations, to create a more
sustainable arts economy, and to nurture a generous artistic spirit within Atlanta.
“Leap Year is the next phase in MINT's programming,” says executive director Erica Jamison, “It will help us grow Atlanta
as a creative, sustainable and supportive city for the arts and will also allow us to grow as an organization.”
MINT developed this collaborative effort as an extension of their mission to offer exhibition space, curatorial opportunities and other resources to artists. Leap Year will not only provide three artists with timely monetary and interpersonal support, it will also help them understand how to move forward as creative individuals. Participants will be
paired with two dfferent mentors, receive free memberships to many arts related organizations in the Atlanta area, and
will be be able to participate in a series of workshops and discussion groups speci cally tailored to their medium,
background and needs. They will also receive a small stipend to be used for supplies, free studio space, and opportunities for community service and public art installations. At the end of the program, the three artists will have a group
exhibition to showcase their new body of work.
“We're thrilled to launch this program. Over the past five years, we've been fortunate to meet and work with many
amazing groups and individuals who have contributed immensely to our and Atlanta's growth. We want to share what
we've learned and gained with the artists in our community.”
Partner organizations include:
The Hambidge Center, WonderRoot, C4, Dashboard Co-op, BANG! Arts Management and Promotions,
Georgia Lawyers for the Arts, and more TBA
WHAT TO LOOK FOR:
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A digital application will be available beginning June 1st at www.mintatl.org/leapyear/
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All applications will be due July 8th by 5pm.
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Announcement of winners on August 8th 2011
For all Press Inquiries and Questions:
Deisha Oliver, Bang! Arts Management and Promotions
[email protected], 404-663-3833
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MINT is a 501(c)3 non-profit, volunteer run arts organization dedicated to cultivating a stronger creative community in
Atlanta and throughout Georgia. Our goal is to provide exhibition space, curatorial opportunities, workshops and classes,
and other resources for artists of all skill levels and backgrounds. We also seek strategic partnerships with like-minded
organizations and local businesses in order to broaden the opportunities for Atlanta creatives. www.mintatl.org