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Luck is what happens when…

Monica Danna — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 20:18:51 +0000

Originally posted at Diverseworks blog, The Real Dirt on June 14th, 2010.

Luck. We’re all envious of it. But a wise man once said, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.”

Well friends, I’m preparing you for your opportunity.

Diverseworks 9th Annual Luck of the Draw is upon us, and it’s your chance to be lucky. Two hundred Art Chance ticket holders will go home with a piece of contemporary art created by locally and nationally known artists, some of whom have exhibited at DiverseWorks ArtSpace over the past several years. And the best part? You’ll get these one of a kind art pieces at a fraction of the price. Why? Because Diverseworks believes in art BY the people, FOR the people. (Pssst. That’s you, people.)

By purchasing an art chance ticket, you’ll be entered into a random numbered drawing to make a mad dash for your one of a kind art piece. So put on your fastest kicks, and line up, because when you’re number’s called, you’re up. Make it a good one.

Option one is sold out. Damn my luck. Well, your luck. And only a few Option 2 tickets remain, which will inch you up in the line between #6-#20. All other art chance tickets 21-200 are available now. What’s your lucky number?

If you aren’t up to the challenge of the art scramble, no worries. You’re invited to watch as your friends claw each other’s…um…politely select their works of art. Party only tickets are available for $25.

Act quick, or your luck my run out.

Good LUCK, and see you at Luck of the Draw on June 16th!

Katherine Center has a Problem with Kirtsy

Monica Danna — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:06:47 +0000

I do, too.

The Kirtsy Book is here. Come seek help for your Kirtsy problem, too.

Check out this incredible book trailer, created by the amazing Katherine Center:

Join us tonight from 6-9pm at Bubblegum Tree Photography loft tonight, 1305 Sterrett Street in the Arts District downtown. Directions: http://bit.ly/13EuOI

It’s going to be really swell thanks to the great people of Saint Arnold’s Brewery, Bubblegum Tree Photography, The Stone Kitchen Catering, and you.

p.s. A huge congratulations to my amazing friend, Laura Mayes, who for over a year has gathered, blogged, worked, slept, ate and breathed this book. She’s one of the most inspirational women I know, and of all the hats she wears, my favorite is the friend hat. You know, the warm, fluffy fleece hat that you pull out each winter. That’s Laura Mayes. Thank you, Laura, for starting so many of my conversations.

The HeART of Houston Kickoff Party

Monica Danna — Wed, 15 Oct 2008 15:00:08 +0000

Last week it was colliding with culture and this week we are allies with art, as the Houston Arts Alliance kicks off their HeART of Houston program tonight at space125 gallery.

Watch the video below for more on the ART – HeART of Houston Program and join me + peeps tonight at the kickoff party.

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Ready to see the best of what the Houston art community has to offer? Well, Houston Arts Alliance is launching its online video campaign, baby!

Wait. What’s that mean to you?

It means that anyone and everyone can submit a 60-second video of their favorite local artists and share why they’re “the heART of Houston.” You’ll vote on the best, and there’ll be rockin’ prizes for the winners!

Exactly!

So, on Wednesday, October 15th, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at space125gallery, come find out what it’s all about and celebrate at the KICKOFF PARTY!

This event is FREE, FREE, FREE to all. Enjoy wine, munchies, music, and of course, heART! The “Heroes Alter Egos” exhibit will be up for one final day, just for the kickoff!

Ready to see Houston’s heART? C’mon. Let’s see what Houston’s got.

And an update today from Schipul peeps, who are behind oragnizing this event (nuff said):

On behalf of the Houston Arts Alliance, we are SO EXCITED for tonight’s “Art – the HeART of Houston” Kickoff Party! More importantly, we can’t WAIT to see YOU there! Art, drinks, and nibbles – does it get better?

It can be a little tricky finding our lovely gallery, Space 125, so listen up, folks – I’m gonna share with you a little secret. We’re facing Allen Parkway, but since you can’t make any turnoffs into the businesses facing Allen Parkway, I’ve got a workaround for ya.

Our building sits at the corner of D’Amico (“D Amico” in Google Maps) and Rosine Streets. If you park in our lot on D’Amico or across from Stages Theatre on Rosine, you can simply stroll around the corner to our gallery facing Allen Parkway. So, when you’re mapping your route, map it to D’Amico & Rosine instead of our Allen Parkway address!

Other than that, I’ll keep the rest of the secrets safe until this evening! See you soon!

She’s here. Let’s celebrate.

Monica Danna — Tue, 27 May 2008 00:46:11 +0000

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