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In case I have to restock some of these beads, I am posting this bead order here so I don't lose it. Order #HAR-34222
YM210006/069019 Seed Bead #2100 6/0 69019 Aqua Transparent Copper Lined Iris (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210006/059439 Seed Bead #2100 6/0 59439 Peridot Transparent Copper Lined Iris (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210006/039039 Seed Bead #2100 6/0 39039 Light Sapphire Transparent Copper Lined Iris (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210011/002090-L Seed Bead #2100 11/0 02090 Alabaster Opal (1/2 Kilo) (LOOSE) - CLEARANCE YM210011/005051-L Seed Bead #2100 11/0 05051 White Satin (1/2 Kilo) (LOOSE) - CLEARANCE YM210010/002090-L Seed Bead #2100 10/0 02090 Alabaster Opal Transparent (1/2 Kilo) (LOOSE) - CLEARANCE YM210009/038649-L Seed Bead #2100 9/0 38649 Crystal Transparent Black Lined (1/2 Kilo) (LOOSE) - CLEARANCE YM210012/058205 Seed Bead #2100 12/0 58205 Crystal Transparent Iris (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210011/058205M Seed Bead #2100 11/0 58205M Crystal Transparent Matt Iris (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210010/058205-L Seed Bead #2100 10/0 58205 Crystal Transparent Iris (1/2 Kilo) (LOOSE) - CLEARANCE YM210008/002090 Seed Bead #2100 8/0 02090 Alabaster Opal Transparent (1/2 Kilo) YM210007/002090 Seed Bead #2100 7/0 02090 Alabaster Opal (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE YM210008/032010 Seed Bead #2100 8/0 32010 Blue Opal Transparent (1/2 Kilo) - CLEARANCE
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Art-in-Architecture Program
401 South Spring Street, 3rd Floor Springfield, IL 62706 July 13, 2023 Subject: Letter of Intent for Request for Qualifications - Project 250-000-022 Dear Art-in-Architecture Program Administrators, I am writing to ask that you review my RFQ application materials on file for Project 250-000-022, Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, Springfield, IL. I am eager to contribute my skills, expertise, and artistic vision to this initiative, specifically for either of the following sites:
Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to refining upcycled items into thoughtful artworks. My commitment to environmental awareness and sustainability aligns perfectly with the goals of Project 250-000-022. By integrating environmentally conscious themes and recycled materials into my artworks, I aim to create visually stunning pieces that convey a powerful message about protecting our natural resources. I am confident in my ability to collaborate effectively with professionals involved in this project to ensure a harmonious integration of art and architecture. I appreciate the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency's commitment to fostering a vibrant and sustainable public art landscape. I believe that my artistic vision, combined with my dedication to environmental stewardship, make me an ideal candidate for Project 250-000-022. Thank you for considering my application.  We’d like to congratulate you on your acceptance into the 2023 Evanston + Vicinity Biennial!
The following piece has been accepted: Arctic Ice Sheet We encourage you to help us promote this event. We will email you an announcement card including the exhibition website link. Spread the word to family, friends, and acquaintances, or add an announcement to local bulletin boards throughout your community. Please note the following dates: August 16 – 20: Artwork delivered to Evanston Art Center (Mon-Thu 9am-6pm, Fri 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun 9am-4pm) August 21 – 25: Installation Sunday, August 27, 1 – 4pm: Opening Reception October 1: Biennial Exhibition closes October 2 – 3: De-Install and Artwork Pick Up Evanston Art Center reserves the right to refuse any work that differs from the submitted images. All accepted entries will be considered temporary loans to the EAC. The EAC will assume insurance responsibility for the exhibited object upon receipt and inspection and during the exhibition. The EAC loan form is attached. The following materials are due by Friday, July 27. Please email all materials to [email protected] - Completed Loan Agreement Form (form attached below) - Artist Bio - Artist Statement - High resolution image of artwork (300 dpi, 2000 pixels on the longest edge) I had to submit an artist statement for this show. I wrestled with chatgpt to temper the florid beast it spit out. It's still pretty over the top. With chatgpt you have to take a machete to the grandiose adjectives and adverbs. Artist Statement: Arctic Ice Sheet, Julie Mars Arctic Ice Sheet, a glass and acrylic bead mosaic, integrates my recent artistic exploration and environmental concern. Motivated by the urgent necessity to safeguard our planet’s vital climate, this piece captures the ethereal and diminishing ice cycles of the Arctic. The use of glass and reflective acrylic beads in Arctic Ice Sheet allows me to convey a dynamic interplay of light and texture, evoking the shimmering translucency of ice formations and the optical effects found in nature. Through the design of this artwork, I invite viewers to contemplate the delicate balance between human actions and the environment. Arctic Ice Sheet serves as a metaphorical mirror, reflecting our individual and collective responsibility to protect and preserve our planet's fragile ecosystems. As viewers engage with this mosaic, I hope to evoke a sense of awe and reverence for the natural world. The lustrous tones and intricate patterns invite contemplation, encouraging viewers to reflect on our species’ dependence on a temperate environment. Arctic Ice Sheet is a testament to the belief that art can serve as a catalyst for change. It is my hope that through this artwork, I can inspire others to embrace a more mindful and eco-conscious approach to both art and consumption. Together, let us recognize the profound beauty of our planet and take meaningful action to preserve it for generations to come. Julie Mars |
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