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36 <br />PORTABLE WORKS COLLECTION <br />A Portable Works Collection involves the acquisition of existing two and three <br />dimensional visual artwork for placement throughout publicly-accessible City <br />facilities for long-term or short-term periods of time. The purpose is to enhance <br />the environment and enable the public to view quality artwork outside a museum <br />setting. The artwork may include, but is not limited to, sculpture, painting, mixed <br />media, prints, photography, video, folk art, and traditional and contemporary <br />crafts by emerging and established artists. Artwork would be selected by an <br />independent panel of artists, curators, and qualified members of the SLAC. <br />Potential sites include the Main and Branch Libraries, Senior Community Center, <br />Recreation Centers and hallways, conference rooms, and Council Chambers in <br />City Hall. <br />OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL ARTISTS <br />ARTIST IN RESIDENCE <br />An Artist in Residence (AIR) program provides the opportunity for an artist <br />to work in a specified environment for an extended period of time. Eligibility <br />would be open to artists working in diverse art forms including visual arts, <br />theatre, dance, literature, film, and music. AIR encourages artists in all disciplines <br />to explore new working methods, create arts-rich learning environments, and <br />develop socially engaging, interactive art experiences in community settings <br />including neighborhood schools, recreation centers, and libraries. <br />Local manufacturers are unique and vital partners in sponsoring AIR programs <br />in warehouses and factories. Artists could use surplus materials provided by the <br />manufacturer and could host community workshops to engage the public in the <br />creation of artwork. The Bayfair Center also is a strong partner with space for <br />temporary installations, arts events, and interest in hosting and AIR program. <br />TRADITIONAL ARTS APPRENTICESHIP <br />Offer an apprenticeship program focused on traditional forms of expression <br />that have been an important part of San Leandro for many years. Non-profit <br />arts organizations and artist groups working to sustain, develop, and perpetuate <br />community-based traditional art forms can be important developers of these <br />programs. An apprenticeship program enables master traditional artists to pass <br />along their unique knowledge and skills to promising novice artists. The master <br />artist would work with the apprentice on a one-on-one basis over an agreed upon <br />period of time to teach specific aspects of the tradition. <br />47