I seem to have found one investor which will help in aiding the start up of the Mac. I am really excited about it. Looking at a promising property for the second time tomorrow in Evanston. It seems to be a great opportunity though the rent is a bit high. The more people to invest, the better, I guess.
Again, please send all your interested friends my way!
Informational meeting should be coming up soon. I am thinking in late May or perhaps early June. If you are interested in coming, please let me know!
Monday, April 26, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
Another Place
Looking at another place this weekend. Hopefully this one may be a bit better than the last. From the pictures, it looks promising. Things are moving along still. Still looking for a few more artists to sign on and after speaking with a few gallery heads, we have some connections made! Everything is all so exciting. I will update everyone on the place I look at this weekend!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Bummer
The space I went and looked at this past weekend was absolutely lovely, however the layout will not work for this collaborative. I am going to keep my eyes open and keep looking for a new space.
Things are moving along pretty nicely. We have four artists ready to sign on and are looking for more, so if you know anyone, shoot them our way!!!
Things are moving along pretty nicely. We have four artists ready to sign on and are looking for more, so if you know anyone, shoot them our way!!!
Friday, April 16, 2010
Spaces
The space searching has begun, but the finished product is still way on up the road.
I have begun my search for the perfect location and building for the endeavor. If anyone finds something they feel may be of use, send it my way.
There will be spaces for private studio use, as well as joint studio use (communal studios with storage). You can also rent out studios per day for photo shoots, etc.
It is all so exciting, but I can't let myself get too far ahead of the planning process. There is still a lot that needs to be done. If you would like to help out, let me know! I could also use some extra helping hands.
Again, if you have any questions or comments, post away!
I have begun my search for the perfect location and building for the endeavor. If anyone finds something they feel may be of use, send it my way.
There will be spaces for private studio use, as well as joint studio use (communal studios with storage). You can also rent out studios per day for photo shoots, etc.
It is all so exciting, but I can't let myself get too far ahead of the planning process. There is still a lot that needs to be done. If you would like to help out, let me know! I could also use some extra helping hands.
Again, if you have any questions or comments, post away!
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Welcome!
Welcome to The MAC...in other words, The Music and Arts Collaborative!
The MAC is a new idea that will provide both artists and musicians with studio space to create and perform right here in Chicago (Edgewater), as well as show portfolios and sell work.
As an artist, I know how hard it is to get your name out there and obtain shows and studio space at a reasonable price (especially when we are starving artists). I thought to myself, "wouldn't it be great if there was something out there that would provide artists with a space for creating work at a reasonable price?" Well, why shouldn't I be able to create it myself. Since I also have a love for music, I thought why not combine the two?
Introducing The MAC. There will be ten studio spaces available for artists or musicians to rent. The rent price depends on the size of the studio. Studios will be between $250-$500 per month and include all utilities (internet is $10 per month extra). If you have a friend that wants to join you in renting a studio to split the cost, feel free to run it by me and we can arrange it! If you refer a friend to rent a studio you get $50 off of rent per month for six months! (Contracts for studios will be for 1 year terms)
There is also a classroom area where classes will be taught so if you would like to teach a class, you get paid for it! There will be adult and children's classes and if you do a specific type of art, or music, feel free to apply to teach a course!
In the main gallery, artists can apply to have an art show (renters can show for free without fees). Also, the main gallery will be used for bands to play shows and sell their music. A cover charge per person will be charged for shows.
The MAC is currently looking for artists and musicians to rent out studios. Again, this is still an idea in my head and in order to make it work, I need to find a community of 8 (or more) artists to rent out studio space. If you feel like this is something you would love to be a part of, please feel free to contact me. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
My timeline is rough at the moment. The sooner more people get interested, the better. I am hoping to having the facility up and running by September or October.
Again, please feel free to contact me. I would really love there to be a place like this in Chicago!
The MAC is a new idea that will provide both artists and musicians with studio space to create and perform right here in Chicago (Edgewater), as well as show portfolios and sell work.
As an artist, I know how hard it is to get your name out there and obtain shows and studio space at a reasonable price (especially when we are starving artists). I thought to myself, "wouldn't it be great if there was something out there that would provide artists with a space for creating work at a reasonable price?" Well, why shouldn't I be able to create it myself. Since I also have a love for music, I thought why not combine the two?
Introducing The MAC. There will be ten studio spaces available for artists or musicians to rent. The rent price depends on the size of the studio. Studios will be between $250-$500 per month and include all utilities (internet is $10 per month extra). If you have a friend that wants to join you in renting a studio to split the cost, feel free to run it by me and we can arrange it! If you refer a friend to rent a studio you get $50 off of rent per month for six months! (Contracts for studios will be for 1 year terms)
There is also a classroom area where classes will be taught so if you would like to teach a class, you get paid for it! There will be adult and children's classes and if you do a specific type of art, or music, feel free to apply to teach a course!
In the main gallery, artists can apply to have an art show (renters can show for free without fees). Also, the main gallery will be used for bands to play shows and sell their music. A cover charge per person will be charged for shows.
The MAC is currently looking for artists and musicians to rent out studios. Again, this is still an idea in my head and in order to make it work, I need to find a community of 8 (or more) artists to rent out studio space. If you feel like this is something you would love to be a part of, please feel free to contact me. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to ask.
My timeline is rough at the moment. The sooner more people get interested, the better. I am hoping to having the facility up and running by September or October.
Again, please feel free to contact me. I would really love there to be a place like this in Chicago!
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