A is for Artist backer: Christin Green

A is for Artist
This production is presented
as part of the 2012 Capital Fringe Festival
a program of the Washington, DC non-profit
Capital Fringe

Hey there,

Here is today's backer profile for another supporter of A is for Artist, presented as part of this year's Capital Fringe Festival.

I was fortunate to meet Christin in a recent production of The Bacchae, with WSC Avant Bard. She made what was already a great experience a phenomenal one with her personality and artistry.

So, without further ado, here's Christin.

Q: What 3 words would describe what you value about the arts?
A: Experience, Reflection, Limitless

Q: What is one of the first arts experiences you remember?

A: Playing upside-down laundry baskets with my mom's drum sticks.

Q: What is one of your favorite recent arts experiences?
A: Playing percussion for a Washington, DC theater company.

Q: Are you an artist?
A: Yes

Q: Why do you create art?
A: It's like soul fuel. Without it, I feel empty and unmotivated to do much else.

Q: How did you find out about this project?
A: A friend.

Q: Why did you support this project?
A: The arts deserve support.

Thank you Christin!! And if you'd like to suppor this show, come check it out. We've got four shows over the next week. Again, you can find out more information and get tickets at our page on Capital Fringe's site, A is for Artist.

Hope to see you there,

JR

Vision Director

AWoL Productions

A is for Artist Backer: Philip Fletcher

A is for Artist
This production is presented
as part of the 2012 Capital Fringe Festival
a program of the Washington, DC non-profit
Capital Fringe

Hey there,

Here's another backer profile, of one of the wonderful people that supported A is for Artist on Kickstarter, presented as part of this year's Capital Fringe Festival. Philip Fletcher is someone I was fortunate to know working in DC's theatre scene, primarily through work at Synetic Theater.

And here he is :-)

JR: What 3 words would describe what you value about the arts?
Philip: EMOTION, the power to connect to the audience. CREATIVITY, seeing something that is new and exciting. VARIETY, there are so many types and genres of art. No matter who you are or what you do, there will always be something that appeals to you. 

JR: What is one of the first arts experiences you remember?

Philip: I always, whenever possible, went for the more visually artoptions in class projects over written assignments. Projects like making dioramas, or drawing pictures, etc.

JR: What is one of your favorite recent arts experiences?

Philip: I was just in Synetic’s production of “Home of the Soldier” and right across the street was Artomatic. It was awesome to be surrounded by so much art and artistic people for several weeks.

JR: Are you an artist?

Philip: Yes. I am a Founding Company Member of Synetic Theatre and have dabbled in photography, film, and dance.

JR: If yes: why do you create your art?

Philip: Speaking honestly it is mostly selfish reasons. I crave the emotional connection to an audience, the rush of adrenalin just before going on stage, and the thrill of live theatre – of what will happen tonight, you really have to think on your feet sometimes.

JR: If maybe/kinda/sorta: how is art a part of your life?

Philip: I am surrounded constantly by so many talented and gifted people associated with the theatre. Many actors are multitalented either they are dancers, singers, visual artist, writers, etc. Then there is, for lack of a better word, the artistic staff, the set, costume, and prop designers and builders, lighting designers, photographers, videographers, choreographers, directors, writers, etc. Even the stage managers, productions managers, and administrative staff all seem to also have some artistic talent where they excel. 

JR: How did you find out about this project?

Philip: E-Blast

JR: Why did you support this project?

Philip: Because ultimately I like to help.

Thanks again, Philip!! And if you'd like to catch him, just keep an eye out for Synetic Theater's productions throughout the year.

JR

Vision Director

AWoL Productions

A is for Artist Backer: Peter DiMuro

A is for Artist
This production is presented
as part of the 2012 Capital Fringe Festival
a program of the Washington, DC non-profit
Capital Fringe

Hey there,

Here's our third backer profile for A is for Artist, presented as part of this year's Capital Fringe Festival. Meet Peter DiMuro.

Q: What 3 words would describe what you value about the arts?
A: art sustains life

Q: What is one of the first arts experiences you remember?
A: creating a mural of snowy mountains on a blackboard as  a backdrop to our 3rd grade singing Christmas carols

Q: What is one of your favorite recent arts experiences?
A: in process: creating a forum for multiple genre choreographers to create new and fused works to the Rachmaninoff Preludes

Q: Are you an artist?
A: Yes

Q: Why do you create art?
A: I've tried not to, and life sucks when I don't

Q: How did you find out about this project?
A: through JR Russ- a kindred soul

Q: Why did you support this project?
A: I believe in the need to translated creative processes to a wider public is necessary for better understanding, and therefore valuing of all arts

Thanks, Peter!!

And if you'd like to keep up with his work you have a couple of options! publicdisplaysofmotion.org will be up and running soon. Public Displays of Motion is the umbrella for the creative collaborations and arts advancement work of Peter DiMuro and others. Performances in DC, Philadelphia, Boston and beyond this coming 2012/2013 season.

Until next time,

JR

Vision Director

AWoL Productions

A is for Artist backer: Sean Flaim

A is for Artist
This production is presented
as part of the 2012 Capital Fringe Festival
a program of the Washington, DC non-profit
Capital Fringe

Hey there,

Here's another backer profile for someone who supported A is for Artist, presented as part of this year's Capital Fringe Festival, Sean Flaim.

Q: What 3 words would describe what you value about the arts?
A: beauty, community, emotion

Q: What is one of the first arts experiences you remember?
A: Acting in a play in elementary school

Q: What is one of your favorite recent arts experiences?
A: Seeing a series of movie stills at the headquarters of the MPAA.

Q: Are you an artist?
A: Maybe/Kinda/Sorta

Q: How is art a part of your life?

A: My interest in intellectual property law and copyright stems in part from my lifelong connection to the arts.  Whether music, film, visual or performing arts, I am fascinated by the legal constructs we've created to encourage the creation of art and support the livelihood of artists.

Q: How did you find out about this project?
A: Facebook

Q: Why did you support this project?
A: I liked the particular subject matter.

So thank you, Sean Flaim!! And if you'd like to connect with him, you can do so at his LinkedIn profile.

More profiles to come.

JR
Vision Director
AWoL Productions

A is for Artist Backer: Omar Ghadry

A is for Artist
This production is presented
as part of the 2012 Capital Fringe Festival
a program of the Washington, DC non-profit
Capital Fringe

Hey there,

Here is a quick profile of one of our backers for "A is for Artist", presented as part of this year's Capital Fringe Festival, Omar Ghadry.

Q: What 3 words would describe what you value about the arts?
A: Creativity, communication, fun

Q: What is one of the first arts experiences you remember?
A: Painting my backyard

Q: What is one of your favorite recent arts experiences?
A: Drafting a logo with my girlfriend.

Q: Are you an artist?
A: No

Q: Why do you see art?
A: New experiences/perspectives

Q: How did you find out about this project?
A: My friend JR!

Q: Why did you support this project?
A: He's my friend and I trust he puts his effort into worthwhile projects.

So thank you, Omar!!

And keep an eye out for more backer profiles over the next couple of weeks,

JR
Vision Director
AWoL Productions