the joshschuler experiment

One of my latest projects has been chairing a committee which is putting on a themed, juried art show & sale in the beginning of May. Here’s an update on what’s going on, and how if you feel so compelled, you can be a part of it:

//IN THIS UPDATE OF ‘BEGINNINGS’:
*What we are trying to do
*What has transpired so far
*Important upcoming dates
*How you(& others) can serve

*What we are trying to do is build a bridge of influence for the gospel into the Evansville community by creating an event that invites all area artists (christian & pre-christian) to create original pieces of artwork that is inspired by the scriptures. We believe that all artists are spiritual people, and we believe that artists are often disregarded by churches. It is our hope that this will encourage artists to seek God for inspiration for their artwork, and provide an opportunity for our church to invite people from the community to come and view the show. We pray that as people come to the show they will be compelled to wrestle with the scriptures, and in so doing, will open opportunities for discussions and conversations about the life-giving message of the resurrected Christ.

*What has transpired so far is nothing short of amazing! Over 130 artists from all over the tri-state have contributed almost 180 pieces of original art inspired by the Genesis 1-3 narrative. This is beyond our expectations given the size of our market. In short, the initial response has been very positive. The local arts community is very excited about this opportunity. We have had artists open forgotten bibles, artists request copies of the scripture, and artists express a thankfulness to be included that is very humbling.

*Important upcoming dates are:

April 25th & April 26th – reception of artwork onto the CFC campus
April 27th – Juror reviews artwork and selects winning pieces
April 28th & 30th – Art work is installed in the main foyer
May 1st – Opening ‘Gala’ to invite the Evansville community to come and view the show
May 2nd – May 16th – ‘Beginnings is open to the public for viewing & purchase of artwork
May 17th – Show ends and artwork is taken down

*How you(& others) can serve is to consider joining or inviting others to aid one of our volunteer teams:

Art Reception Team (10-15)
On Saturday, April 25th (8AM-12PM) & Sunday, April 26th (12-3PM) we will be receiving the art from the artists. We need people to help us greet the artists, guide them through the registration process, and escort their piece for storage.

Installation Team (10-15)
On Tuesday, April 28th (5-8PM) we will need help bringing the hanging systems up into the main foyer and prepping them for hanging the art. We need people to help us carry 35 panels from the garage to the foyer, and install brackets on them to create free-standing walls.

Security Team (10)
During the two weeks that ‘Beginnings’ is open, there will be times that the building is open, but the exhibit is not. We need people to take shifts during the “off-hours” of 5PM to 10PM and provide security for the exhibit. This is simply sitting at the welcome center, and walking the show to ensure that no pieces are walking out the door.

Tear Down Team (20-25)
On Monday, May 18th (5-8PM) we will need to dismantle the hanging systems, and take it to the barn. We will need several people and any truck or trailer we can arrange to help us clear the foyer.

Hospitality Team (10)
Help us coordinate refreshments for 3 dates during the show. We desire to provide light refreshments during art reception days (April 25th & 26th), the underwriters reception and opening gala (May 1st 6-9PM), and the “end of show” artist reception (May 17th 3PM)

If you would like to serve in anyone of these capacities, or if you have any other questions about the show, please contact me, Josh Schuler 8676464, or josh.schuler@onlinecfc.com

grace & peace,

Josh Schuler