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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - Art In Public Places (AIPP) Commission 11/17/2004CITY OF PALM DESERT ART IN PUBLIC PLACES COMMISSION MINUTES November 17, 2004 I. CALL TO ORDER_ Vice Chairman Bussing convened the meeting at 8:35 a.m. II. ROLL CALL Present: Absent: Norma Bussing Joe Dickinson Suzanne Greenberg Kevin Grochau Katherine Hough Also Present: Bob Kohn, Director of Special Programs Richard Twedt, Public Arts Manager Councilmember Jean Benson Sonia Campbell, Planning Commission Debbie Thompson, Recording Secretary Bill Ware Kim Snyder, Guest Richard Begola, Guest Steve Morgan, Guest III. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Vice Chair Bussing welcomed back Chairman Dickinson who was out ill for last month's meeting. Chairman Dickinson spoke about his illness. The doctor found cancer in his colon, which lead to surgery. All applauded his wellness and return. Bill Ware presented a design proposal to repaint the mural in the Council Chamber. The current mural is coming apart and is starting to warp. He plans to repaint it in place and change the Minutes November 17, 2004 scene from summer to spring time. He wants to change the texture of the sand to make it richer and warmer. He will add verbena sparsely throughout and place two doves on the Creosote tree. He would like to involve students by having them sit in the audience to be able to ask questions about art and his process as an artist. Mr. Ware will develop a budget and propose it to the Commission at the meeting of December 15. IV. CONSENT CALENDAR Minutes of the regular meeting held on October 20, 2004. Upon Motion by Commissioner Greenberg and second by Commissioner Grochau, the Minutes of October 20, 2004, were approved unanimously. V. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. ORAL REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION Councilmember Benson reported that City Council approved artist Susan Evans to create the mural for the Palm Desert Library Community Room. Ms. Evans will make modifications to a few of the characters. VI. CONSENT ITEMS HELD OVER None VII. NEW BUSINESS A. REVIEW OF ARTISTS REQUESTING TO BE IN THE VIRTUAL GALLERY Mr. Twedt presented artwork from artists Helene Himot and Charles Perera who are interested in participating in the Virtual Gallery. Mr. Twedt stated that he has not received much response for the Virtual Gallery. He had made an announcement at the North Wing Gallery reception for the Coachella Valley Arts Alliance show to which the crowd was most receptive. Also, there was an article in the Chamber of Commerce newsletter regarding it and an article will be placed in the December BrightSide as well. Minutes November 17, 2004 It was moved by Commissioner Hough and seconded by Commissioner Grochau to accept Helene Himot in the Virtual Gallery. Motion carried unanimously. B. CONSIDERATION OF ARTISTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THE CITY OF PALM DESERT'S ARTIST SLIDE REGISTRY The following artist was reviewed to be considered for the City of Palm Desert's Artist Slide Registry. Jozef Sumichrast. It was moved by Commissioner Greenberg and seconded by Commissioner Hough to include Jozef Sumichrast into the Artist Slide Registry. Motion carried unanimously, VIII. CONTINUED BUSINESS None IX. OLD BUSINESS A. CONSIDERATION OF A TITLE FOR THE 2005 STUDENT ART AND ESSAY CONTEST Vice Chairman Bussing stated that a general theme for the 2005 Student Art and Essay Contest was chosen at last month's meeting. Mr. Twedt stated that he had mentioned the theme to Councilmember Benson who felt the younger students would not understand the concept of Community ServiceNolunteerism. Mr. Twedt stated that she suggested a Civic Center Park theme. It was moved by Commissioner Grochau and seconded by Commissioner Hough that the title for the 2005 Student Art and Essay Contest would be "A Day in the Park". Motion carried unanimously. X. PROJECT STATUS REPORTS 1. North Wing Gallery No report. 2 Website Minutes November 17, 2004 Mr. Twedt reported that Ms. Schwartz is preparing to upload the 2005/06 El Paseo Exhibition on the Website once the Exhibition is completely installed. 3. Docent Program Mr. Twedt reported that Ms. Schwartz interviewed ten potential docents and selected seven with all of the current docents returning. XI. REPORTS AND REMARKS A. STAFF Mr. Twedt reported that the field trip to San Diego has been postponed until March. Mr. Twedt updated the Commission members who were not at last month's meeting regarding the idea of having an art center in Palm Desert. Commissioner Greenberg had suggested the idea to Mr. Twedt who talked to Mr. Kohn about it and was given authority to pursue it. Mr. Twedt explained that the City will be built out in seven or eight years and the art funds will be depleted. Mr. Twedt did some research on art centers in other cities. If the City of Palm Desert were to head up an art center the City would control it but not provide a facility for other art groups. Councilmember Benson suggested visiting other City's art centers before pursing the concept. Councilmember Benson also suggested discussing it with the City Manager to see if it would be feasible. Mr. Twedt stated he is familiar with art centers as he dealt with many in Washington. Mr. Twedt mentioned the possibility of being able to use the recycling fund which the curriculum would include ten to twenty percent of recycling (handmade papers, collage work with metal and aluminum, glass, etc.). Commissioner Greenberg reminded Mr. Twedt that many groups would be willing to rent a space once a month. At the October meeting Commissioner Bussing mentioned she was interested in having an exhibition space at the new Visitor Information Center. Mr. Twedt met with Lauri Aylaian to review the plans, which include an area for a gallery past the main lobby, which leads into the conference room area. He mentioned having an exhibition of the Endangered Species by Andy Warhol for the opening of the Visitor Minutes November 17, 2004 Information Center. Councilmember Benson suggested using the Best of the North Wing Gallery and choose several of the best pieces from the various shows. Mr. Twedt reported that the Marriott Desert Springs is building ten pads on its grounds for placement of art. They have contact information on the artists that were in the previous El Paseo Exhibition. Paintings and tapestry will be shown inside the resort as well. Mr. Twedt reported that Esther Wertheimer, who is doing artwork for the El Paseo landmark sign, would retain her contract and have the City withhold 30 percent of her commission for taxes. Mr. Twedt circulated photos of Tom Otterness's work that were taken by Deborah Schwartz when she was in New York. Mr. Otterness is the artist whose artwork may be appropriate for Freedom Park. Mr. Twedt handed out the new 2005/06 El Paseo Exhibition rack card and invitation for the opening to the Commissioners. That same design will be used for the magazine advertisements as well. Mr. Twedt shared information on art in Washington, D.C. that was sent to him by former Commissioner Janet Brody. B. COMMISSION MEMBERS Commissioner Grochau stated that he saw the water feature entrance signs from Water Studio and they look quite sharp. It was noted by Mr. Kohn that they look gorgeous at night with the lighting on it. Commissioner Hough reported that she just returned from South America where she escorted an art and architecture tour. Commissioner Hough mentioned that Dr. Irving Sandler, who has written many books on art, would be giving a lecture at the Museum on November 18. • COMMISSION REPORTS Minutes November 17, 2004 • LIAISON REPORTS 1. PLANNING COMMISSION — Sonia Campbell Ms. Campbell reported that the Planning Commission approved a service industrial building in the north sphere. XII. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Vice Chair Bussing adjourned the meeting at 9:50 a.m. Respectfully submitted, IE L. THO SON RECORDING SECRETARY