May 9, 2007, I was accepted
in to the Archives of Women Artists - Library & Research Center at the National Museum of Women in the Arts
in Washington D.C.
They are currently using materials of artists in the archives to
create a comprehensive online database of women artists scheduled to launch in the upcoming months.
The archives on Women Artists currently houses more than 18,000 artists' files, used regularly by
students, scholars, museum patrons, and staff for research purposes.
I am very
honored to be a part of the National Museum of Women in the Arts.
COEUR D'ALENE ART
ASSOCIATION
I juried the recent Coeur d'Alene Art Association "Spring Artist's Showcase" art show.
There were many fine pieces offered for the show and I enjoyed talking to many of the artists.
NORTH IDAHO FAIR & RODEO
I
am a juror of the Art Division entries for the North Idaho Fair & Rodeo in August of every year. I always look forward
to being a part of Kootenai County's activities and seeing the works of new artists in all age groups. It's truly amazing
the talent that you see, especially in younger kids.
ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER AT THE OLD CHURCH
I
was offered a one-woman showing at The Arts & Cultural Center at The Old Church in Post Falls, Idaho. The Center
opened up an "Upstairs Gallery" and announced their Grand Opening at my showing. The title of the Show was
"Artistic Visions". The show ran from September 13th through October 15th, 2007. Many thanks to all
who worked on the show and to the many visitors of the "Upstairs Gallery". This is a wonderful facility and
is very contributive to promoting the arts in the community.
NEW - PASTEL PAINTING CLASSES IN 2010
I will be teaching "Beginner's Pastel Painting" at
the North Idaho College, Workforce Training Center, in Post Falls, Idaho February 22, March 1, 8, & 15, 2010. The
class hours are from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. These classes will be featured in the College upcoming Spring Quarter Catalog.
Anyone interested can contact the College online at www.workforcetraining.nic.edu. (In the green box on the left, choose
workforce training, then click here, click on courses, choose personal interest, then Art,
then sort by instructor name). You can also call the College at (208)769-3333. The location is 525 West
Clearwater Loop, Post Falls, ID 83854-9400. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at shirleyarrants@sarrants.com.
CMR ART AUCTION 2010
I will be attending the upcoming Charles Russell Art Auction in Great Falls, MT March 17th through
the 20th, 2010. My painting "Yakima Girl" will be on exhibit and will be available for purchase at the Auction.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions.