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Herdering Wins Best of Show in GCAC Juried Show

The second annual membership juried show was held recently by Garrett County Arts Council.  Each GCAC member was invited to submit a photographic work for consideration in the Jim Lawrence Memorial Photography Show.  Award winners were announced during the annual membership meeting on June 28th.
 
The work was judged by Dave Romero, professional photographer and instructor from Cumberland, MD.  The photos were judged on composition, technical ability, and presentation.  In addition to the judged awards, visitors to The Gallery Shop were asked to vote on their favorite photo for a People’s Choice award.
 
The Best of Show award winner was Linda Herdering with her photo on canvas paper entitled “Oreo”.  Capturing animals in art is Herdering’s passion.  She creates unique digital animal portraits, often combining photography and watercolor paints.  Her winning entry was a photographic portrait of one of her sleddogs.  She and her husband Mike operate Husky Power Dogsledding Tours in McHenry.  Training and running her working Huskies in all light conditions has inspired her to revisit her extensive photography roots.  She is exhibits and sells her work on a regular basis at The Gallery Shop.
 
First place was awarded to “Cove Run Morning”, by Michael Petersheim.  Petersheim captured the early morning mist from one of Garrett County’s most scenic overlooks.  Second place was won by Guy Hinebaugh.  His photograph “Peonies in Vase” was created using a vintage camera typical of his nostalgic style.  The third prize went to Caroline Blizzard for her photo of a Mexican flower peddler “Velle de Bravo”.  An Honorable Mention award was given to Mike Reed for a photo of “Elakala Falls”.  The People’s Choice award was presented to Rachel Geer for “Afternoon Run”.  Winners received a plaque and monetary prize.
 
Each year, Garrett County Arts Council hosts a members-only judged show.  Membership in the organization helps support all projects of the council including the promotion of local artists at The Gallery Shop, support of nearly 20 nonprofit organizations bringing art programs to the county, and on-going educational opportunities.
 
In addition to membership support, GCAC is funded by Garrett County government and a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency dedicated to the cultivating of a vibrant cultural community where the arts thrive.  An agency of the Department of Business and Economic Development, MSAC provides financial support and technical assistance to non-profit organizations, college and universities for arts activities.
 
For more information, contact 301-334-6580 or visit www.garrettarts.com

Job Opportunity With Allegheny Highlands Conservancy

The Allegheny Highlands Conservancy is looking for a Coordinator.  Details below. 

Coordinator Position Opportunity
The Allegheny Highlands Conservancy (AHC) is looking for a dynamic individual to serve as the coordinator of our local grass-roots conservation organization (www.alleghenyhighlandsconservancy.org) 

Duties: The primary responsibilities of the position relate to building financial capacity and long term sustainability of AHC.  Duties include finding and researching grants to fund a permanent coordinator position; organizing membership and interested person database; developing and coordinating conservation easement monitoring schedule; centralizing documents and records; and assisting with fundraising efforts. 

Qualifications: Bachelors degree; strong written and oral communication skills; grant writing experience; organizational skills; highly motivated; and ability to work independently.

Location: Mainly work out of your home, preferably in Garrett County or surrounding region; and attend bimonthly AHC board meetings and other scheduled meetings with supervisor at Garrett College in McHenry, MD.

Duration: This is a 6 month part-time position with the opportunity for contract extension, if funding becomes available.

Start Date: July 2009 or as soon as position is filled.

Compensation: This is a contractual position; the candidate would be expected to work 10 to 15 hours a week at a contractual rate of $15 to $20 an hour (depending on experience). 

How to Apply: Interested applicants should send their resume, two letters of recommendation, and a writing sample electronically to Kevin Dodge at info@alleghenyhighlandsconservancy.org

For additional information call Kevin Dodge at 301-387-3328.

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Job Opportunity at The Garrett County Arts Council

The Garrett County Arts Council is seeking an Executive Director to implement policies and programs authorized by the Board of Directors of Garrett County's official arts agency.  For more information, visit the Job Opportunities Section in the new Deep Creek Blog Classified Ads. 

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