Engaging the Visual Arts with Community

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Our Mission:

"A coalition of artists dedicated to building an alliance between the visual arts and the community. Through exhibitions and outreach programs we assist in the professional development of emerging visual artists and contribute to the cultural and economic development of our community."



Photo by Michelle Gatton

Our History:

EVAC started its mission in 2004 with the intent of creating one central networking mechanism to provide resources and other professional opportunities specifically for visual artists in the Des Moines Metro. Founded by two local artists, Michael Lane and E.J. Wickes, EVAC was built on a philosophy of providing an atmosphere of innovative thinking within the art community. We work best with artists who think of themselves within the context of the "Universal Art Community". Our artists think globally but act locally. Always interacting with our community we have been successful beyond our means in contributing to the cultural and economic development of our city at the "grass roots" level.
 

Events!

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The Des Moines Art Center

Edward Hopper: "Images and Influence". December 18, 2009 - April 23, 2010.
Des Moines Art Center Print Gallery is featuring "News & Nightmares" from January 8, 2010 - June 13, 2010.

www.desmoinesartcenter.org

 

 

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EVAC Art Salon

Save the date! Friday, March 5th  for "Dinner with the Artists", our next potluck gathering for 2010,
as we reconvene with our collaborative efforts and ideas. Click link for updates, time and location.


 

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Olson-Larsen Galleries
"New Work". New work from Blair Benz, Gary Olson and more. February 19, 2010 - April 3, 2010.
Opening Reception and Gallery Night. Friday April 9, 2010 from 5 - 9pm. Featuring Sarah Grant and more.

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Moberg Gallery


New work by Frank Hansen. For more details and information, click link below.

 

www.moberggallery.com

Events!

The "52 Pick-up" Project


Support Arts in Education in Our Public Schools!

Please help EVAC assist in offsetting budget cuts in our public school art departments. For only $5.00 you can purchase a limited edition fine art deck of playing cards designed by professional and local high school artists. Please send your check or money order for $6.00 ($1.00 shipping) and your mailing address to EVAC, 428.5 East Locust St. #2, Des Moines, IA 50309. Thank you for your support!