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Arts Advisory Panel Meeting of July 17, 2019.
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PERSONAL APPEARANCES:
a. OLGA GRANDA - SANCTUARY OF THE ARTS
Ms. Granda introduced herself and discussed the new performance venue being developed in the Christian Science building across from City Hall. The name of the project, she said, is called Sanctuary of the Arts and is scheduled to open in December. She stated that the green space next to the building will also be activated with performances and public events. Ms. Spain asked if an agreement has been finalized with the church and was told it is close to being signed. Ms. Spain mentioned the upcoming historic designation of the property.
NEW BUSINESS:
a. PRE-QUALIFIED ARTIST REQUEST - STEPHEN BAKER
The Panel received pre-qualification materials for the artist Stephen Baker. Mr. Hersh introduced himself as the architect of the buildout of an Australian micro-brewery at Columbus Center called Bay 13. He provided background about the project and stated that the artist being considered, Stephen Baker, is a well-known Australian artist.
Mr. Kolasinski made a motion to defer the item until more information is provided about the artist and his background. Ms. Tschumy seconded the motion, which passed unanimously.
b. AIPP WAIVER REQUEST - THE PLAZA
Bill Brady introduced himself as the gallery representative working with the developers on the selection of artists and artwork for The Plaza and provided his professional background. It was noted that proposed artists were presented and pre-qualified at the previous Arts Advisory Panel meeting. Mr. Brady stated that three projects are being requested at this time for approval in compliance with the Art in Public Places program.
i. TONY CRAGG
Mr. Brady presented the first proposal, a large-format sculpture by artist Tony Cragg. Mr. Cragg, he said, is from Liverpool with commissions around the world including an exhibition along Park Avenue in 2013. The piece being considered for this installation, he said,...
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