It’s been a whirlwind of a year! Thanks to all of the hard work from our amazing staff, board and volunteers, everything went smoothly, from our 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Show to our first ever Cultivate workshop to our 17th Cherrywood Art Fair! We are humbled by all of the supporters who came out to our events and helped us fuel and sustain the arts in East Austin!
We are officially recruiting for 2019 Little Artist BIG ARTIST! If you are an artist living in Austin and available to meet with aspiring young artists on weekday afternoons, this opportunity is for you. Launched in 2007, Little Artist BIG ARTIST is a unique mentoring experience that pairs professional artists with fifth and sixth graders from East Austin elementary schools. BIG ARTISTS provide their time and professional experience as working artists to guide their Little Artists in planning and creating two pieces of artwork during their 10 week one-on-one collaboration.
We’re really proud of what this program has become and the artists, BIG and Little, that we’ve been able to reach. Here are some inside perspectives from past BIG ARTISTS to show you more about this opportunity.
BIG ARTIST: Caitlin B. Alexander, Blackshear Elementary
I feel lucky to have been paired with Madison for my Little Artist BIG ARTIST experience. She is talented beyond her years and has a heartfelt passion for her art. I know this girl will go places if she keeps up the momentum and love that she fosters for drawing. Our sessions were always filled with laughter and I have cherished getting to know her on both a creative and personal level. Thank you, Chula League, for pairing us perfectly!
BIG ARTIST: Amanda Demock, Govalle Elementary
This experience has been quite rewarding. Watching Anthony grow in his curiosity and passion for learning new techniques in design has been awesome. He has so much talent and potential – I can’t wait to see what he does with his art in the future.
BIG ARTIST: Hannah Prince, Barbara Jordan Elementary
Working with my Little Artist has completely surpassed any expectations. The first time we met it was clear that we were a good match in our energy level. Evelyn is goofy, smart, and talented. Watching her grow as an artist has simply been a blessing. We would work in bursts with multiple pieces going at once and she was so driven and focused. We would hop up, shake out our wiggles and tell goofy stories too! She is a bright and funny girl.
BIG ARTIST: Alisha Baker, Blackshear Elementary
Having Jeralyn as my Little Artist was nothing short of inspiring. Her energy is contagious and her passion for the art of making is so exciting to witness in a young person. Jeralyn was quick to learn sewing. She was a total natural and needed little guidance after taking in the basics! She is confident in her creative decision-making and was consistently enthusiastic with each process of printmaking introduced. With an attitude like Jeralyn’s, anything in this world is possible.
We invite to you to join us in fueling and sustaining the arts in East Austin, one Little Artist at a time.
Can you believe it’s already November?! That means our beloved Cherrywood Art Fair is just a few weeks away, and we couldn’t be more excited! Our artists are getting ready to share all kinds of unique, handmade art with you, just in time for holiday gift giving. Of course, if you’re anxious to get a sneak preview of their work, you can see quite a few of our cherry picked vendors during EAST Austin Studio Tour. This uniquely Austin studio tour takes place the 2nd and 3rd weekend of November, and it’s free to attend. All you have to do is pick the artists you’d like to visit, either on the website or in the printed map which you can pick up at any Austin public libraries.
As you make your plan to get out and see some of the participants, we thought we’d offer this list of Chula League artists to help guide you. We’ve compiled Cherrywood Art Fair Artists, BIG ARTISTS and Board Members that we are lucky to have a relationship with. While you can’t go wrong showing your support to any artists, we hope you’ll stop by and say hello to these who are helping fuel and sustain the arts in East Austin with Chula League.
13. Polina Novozhenets
57. Haley Lebeuf Jewelry
58. Abby Ruston
114. CBA Illustration
119. David Carrales
164. Jeffery Miles
192. Avel Glaz
218. Jessica Fontenot Art Prints
287. Claire Sommers Buck Jewelry
296. Jess Butler
324. Samara Barks
325. Nailivic Studios
344. Art by Brian Phillips
386. Brian David Johnson
387. Bee Amour Jewelry
393. Allison Swarr
396. Abby Rose Mandel
445. Eya Claire
511. Carly Weaver
512. Squidrabbit Artz
514. El Federico
559. Linda Wandt Fine Art
We would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to everyone who came out to celebrate the end of our 2018 Little Artist BIG ARTIST season with us. April 26th-28th, we showcased over 70 art pieces from Little Artists, BIG ARTISTS and Art Teachers at Mondo Gallery. The walls were full and so was the space for both opening receptions. What a pleasure to honor another successful year of our mentorship program. We look forward to many more to come!
Place your bids now! We are trying something new, and want you to be apart of it. For the first time in 10 years, we have all our Little Artist pieces up for auction-online. Simply, create your account, then browse over 30 pieces ready to hang in your home. Yes! You can purchase Little Artist artwork and take it home. All proceeds from the online silent auction go directly to our partner schools’ art programs, reaching many more Little Artists in East Austin.
It’s finally here! Tonight’s event has been months in the making, and we are so excited to share one-of-a-kind artwork from 70+ local creatives. Our Little Artists have learned new skills and our BIG ARTISTS have experienced the power of mentoring deserving kids. Join us in celebrating our 10th annual show with music, refreshments and the chance to give back.
We couldn’t be more excited to share what our Little Artists and BIG ARTISTS have been working on over the last 10 weeks! Please join us at Mondo Gallery (4115 Guadalupe St.) this Friday and Saturday to celebrate these creatives.
What to Expect:
Grounded in East Austin, Chula League, producers of Cherrywood Art Fair, and Mondo are partnering to present the 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Benefit Show. The two-day benefit show hosted at Mondo Gallery will feature works of over 70 artists (Little and BIG) from Chula League’s arts-mentorship program, Little Artist BIG ARTIST.
When: Opening Reception April 27th, 2018 at 7:00pm
Open Viewing April 28th | 10:00am – 5:00pm
Where: Mondo Gallery | 4115 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78751
Price: FREE and open to the public
RSVP: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/10th-annual-little-artist-big-artist-benefit-art-show-tickets-43624023629
It’s been an amazing 10 weeks, since the start of the 10th year of our arts-mentorship program, Little Artist BIG ARTIST. Our 2018 Class is ready to share their work. They’ve learned new techniques, explored their creativity and poured their hearts into all kinds of masterpieces. Please join us for our 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Benefit Show at Mondo Gallery, on Friday, April 27, to celebrate their growth and talent.
For Immediate Release
MEDIA CONTACT: John Mathew Bernal, Vice Chair at Chula League, 512-913-1523, jmat@chulaleague.org
Chula League’s Little Artist BIG ARTIST mentorship program showcased at Mondo Gallery with an
Art Benefit Show Filled with Works From Six East Austin Elementary Schools and 35 Professional Artists
(AUSTIN, TEXAS – April 10, 2018) Grounded in East Austin, Chula League, producers of Cherrywood Art Fair, and Mondo are partnering to present the 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Benefit Show. The two day art showcase, hosted by Mondo, feature works of over 70 artists (Little and BIG) from Chula League’s arts-mentorship program, Little Artist BIG ARTIST. Visit chulaleague.org/show for more information.
The opening reception is Friday, April 27 at 7PM. Celebrating 10 years of arts-mentorship, guests will dance to music, be merry with drinks and eat delicious bites during the reception. Attendees can bid on each of the 41 Little Artists pieces, starting at $50 each. The funds raised at this event go back to each of the six East Austin Elementary schools, keeping true to Chula League’s mission in fueling and sustaining the arts in East Austin. Gallery hours on Saturday, April 28 are 10AM – 5PM. In addition to the silent auction, T-shirts and donation opportunities benefits Chula League’s Little Artist BIG ARTIST mentorship program.
Launched in 2007, Little Artist BIG ARTIST is a unique mentoring experience that pairs professional artists with fifth and sixth graders from East Austin elementary schools. During the ten week, one-on-one program, each Little Artist create two art pieces. BIG ARTISTS provide their time and draw upon their experience as working artists to teach their Little Artists how to turn their ideas into art, and their art into a business.
“At Chula League, we invite local artists to enrich the underserved arts community in East Austin. Our 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Benefit Show helps us showcase our artists and share the heart of our mission with the Austin community.” –John Mathew Bernal, Vice Chair at Chula League
With the support of the Austin community, Chula League is able to foster the evolution of local artists through their Little Artist BIG ARTIST mentorship program, Professional Development workshops, and by offering affordable art events such as, Cherrywood Art Fair. Join Chula League and Mondo at the 10th Annual Little Artist BIG ARTIST Benefit Show on April 27 and help empower the local art scene.
2018 PARTICIPATING SCHOOLS:
Allison Elementary School, Barbara Jordan Elementary School, Blackshear Elementary School, Maplewood Elementary School, Oak Springs Elementary School, Winn Elementary School
EXHIBITING BIG ARTISTS:
Allie Eileen, Allison Swarr, Amanda Leigh Creative, Avel Glaz, BDJ Craftworks, Bee Amour, Bryanshigh, Clementine & Co. Jewelry, David Carrales Photography, Deadly Creative, Ella Mental Charms, Frankie Furman, Garzig Design, Hannah L. Prince, Harvey English, Hotline Ink, Jess Butler, Joan Brook Photography, Jordan Johnson, Jose Paez, Kaitlin Maud, Kristen Saksa Juen, Ksenia Dalkiewicz, Lisa Rawlinson Art, Mixed Hues,Polina Novozhenets Fine Art, Riot of Passage, Ruston Creations, Ryah Christensen, Statue Calliope, Sugar Puppet, The Miles Collective, Vervex, Whittled Inklings, Yarnpaintings by April
Chula League
Chula League is a nonprofit formed in 2005 to support the arts, and art education in East Austin and is managed by a small, grassroots board of directors. Chula League works to ensure that the arts play a valued role in the educational, economic, and cultural well being of East Austin neighborhoods. Chula League produces a variety of projects to achieve its mission and purpose, including its flagship event the Cherrywood Art Fair and the arts-mentoring program Little Artist BIG ARTIST.
For additional information, www.chulaleague.org.
Art Show information: www.chulaleague.org/show