SCAD Alumni Association’s Blog

“The Art of Devotion” by Susie Clinard (B.F.A., historic preservation, 1983) features discarded religious ephemera, prayer cards, and other household articles that would otherwise be lost. There will be a reception Thursday, Dec. 3, 6-9 p.m. at shopSCAD, 340 Bull St., Savannah, Ga. A portion of the sales from Susie’s works will go to the Thomas Square Food Pantry. Complimentary gift-wrapping and refreshments will be provided during the reception. shopSCAD is also accepting non-perishable food items for donation during December.

After Christina Van Blake (B.F.A., graphic design, 1992) lost her job in a failing economy earlier this year, she got creative and developed the concept, “Design It Forward”. She distributed a press release entitled “Local designer loses job, offers services for free in exchange for three charitable acts”. She went from zero to 80 clients in just a few short months. Now Christina has launched her own business, Decor by Design, to meet the needs of her paying clients she connected with via “Design It Forward”. To learn more about Design It Forward, visit Facebook or www.designitforward.net.

James Keul (B.F.A., painting, 2003) will have paintings featured in the 40th Annual River Road Show at the Louisiana State Archives Building, Twelve United Plaza, 8585 Archives Ave., Baton Rouge, La. The show runs Dec. 1-Jan. 29, 2010. A reception will be held Dec. 6, 2-4 p.m.

“If this ain’t a mess it’ll do till the mess gets here.” by Chris Scarborough (B.F.A., illustration, 2000) opens at
Marcia Wood Gallery, 263 Walker St., Atlanta, Ga. with a reception Wednesday, Dec. 2, 7-9 p.m. The exhibit runs through Jan. 2, 2010.

The SCAD Atlanta Alumni Chapter is hosting a Graphic Design Industry Discussion Panel Thursday, Dec. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Metaleap Design, 619 E. College Ave., Ste. F, Decatur, Ga. Featured panelists are José Reyes (B.F.A., graphic design, 1995), Nikolle Reyes, and a representative from Paste Magazine. Metaleap Design, owned by José and Nikolle, is a design firm focusing on print, interactive and publication design. Paste Magazine, a monthly music and entertainment publication, is a client of Metaleap Design. Discussion topics include client/agency relationship, owning your own business, and a Q&A session. For more information, e-mail Emily Davis, SCAD Atlanta alumni relations manager.

Bert Jon (M.A., interior design, 2007) and Alexis Hubbard (B.F.A., interior design, 2004) have designed rooms in the “Home for the Holidays” Designer Showcase presented by The Landings on Skidaway Island. The show home is located at 17 Tidewater Way, Savannah, Ga. and is open every Saturday and Sunday, 2-5 p.m. through Dec. 20. For more information call The Landings Company at 912.598.0500 or 800.841.7011.

Larry Meistrch, Academy Award winner, founder of NEHST Studios, and producer of “Slingblade”, “You Can Count on Me”, and “Strangeland” will be in Albany, Ga. Dec. 4, 7:30 p.m. at The State Theater, 313 Pine Ave., Albany, Ga. Meistrch will listen to pitches for movies, television and Web in addition to screening “Article 32: The Story of the Pendleton 8″, a military documentary. Tickets are $25 in advance and can be purchased online. Tickets purchased at the door are $35.

Don’t miss the SCAD Bay Area Alumni Gathering Wednesday, Dec. 2, 7-11 p.m. at The W Hotel, 181 Third St., San Francisco. Hosted by Michelle Estrin (B.F.A., graphic design, 2001) and Matthew Ward (B.F.A., computer art, 1999), this is an excellent opportunity to re-connect and network with fellow alumni. To R.S.V.P. or for more information, e-mail mattywardo@gmail.com.

CALLING ALL FASHION DESIGNERS!

Get Exposed™ 2010, a trade and fashion event, could get you closer to becoming a household name sooner than imagined. Get Exposed™ addresses the need of emerging talent who are looking to gain presence in small retailers and boutiques.

Pre-selection process:
1. Include 3 original sketches with photos of a finished garment
2. Include a short bio with contact info, experience and any retailer/stockist information.
3. Submit information to cfosterrun@comcast.net.

Deadline for submission Nov. 30. Detailed information will be forwarded to your e-mail address one week after submission is received. E-mail cfoster66@hotmail.com with questions.

Carpathian Springs is holding “The Perfect Bottle Design Competition” to find the perfect bottle for their sparkling mineral water. The contest is open to anyone and the deadline is Jan. 10, 2010.