Missoula Public Arts Guide 2017 by Missoulian

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t the City of Missoula, we work every day to ensure that our place remains a “place” – unique, interesting, comfortable and filled with character. Our public art is one of the ways we keep Missoula a great place. From turning gray traffic-signal boxes into community canvases to dedicating a portion of every new municipal building’s budget to an art element, our actions reflect our dedication to the visual arts as an important part of Missoula’s environment. This guide is designed to help you explore that dedication and confirm our commitment to public art. Missoula’s Public Art Committee deserves credit and recognition for commissioning many of these works and serving as stewards to these community assets. Please enjoy these works of art and our unique place.

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A Guide to Missoula’s Public Art

Missoula’s Wealth ivilizations and great cities have adorned public spaces with inspiring architecture and public art for millennia. There is a fundamental understanding that space dedicated to the service of the community deserves special treatment in order to complete that dedication, and to celebrate public activities. Today, public art in American communities is not provided by royalty or solely by wealthy patrons, but is sustained by democratically-created policy. Here in Missoula, this policy designates 1.5% of the construction budget for municipal buildings be dedicated to the creation and care of public art under the guidance of the Public Art Committee. Beautifying contemporary public spaces has thus found a new democratic expression in our communities. Compared to previous eras of public art, there is a different set of values in modern, western democratic communities. In a vibrant, engaged society where everyone is entitled to, and encouraged to have, their own opinions about what is art, the question of what constitutes the public’s art is apt to be hard to nail down. Because personal opinions are so varied, any piece of art procured for the benefit of the public runs the risk of bitter criticism by somebody. What’s more, those in government who budgeted funds for procuring it are likely to be cast as fools wasting tax dollars on it. Public art, meant to uplift citizens and celebrate community, runs the risk of dividing and disrupting. How are we to relate to public art, and extract its benefits while preserving the individualism and spirit of the community’s citizens? “What is art?” is a question that will never be answered once and for all. Times are ever-changing along with the tastes and values people hold. That is why art changes, why the leading edge of its enthusiastic supporters is closely followed without exception by those who “just don’t get it.” History tells us every age of art had its period

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of upsetting, revolutionary newness before it became mainstream and acceptable by a broad base of society. Is art an interpretation? A mirror? An expression? A comfort? Or an indictment created by the artist? Yes, it is all these. As such, it can inspire as often as it offends. This explains the tension that exists with art, but it doesn’t help us with public art, or understanding its benefit. It seems to me the way forward is to first consider how we, as citizens, approach public art and experience it. Do we react to it? Or do we respond to it? Reacting is quick and spontaneous. Responding is something altogether different. Responding is answering an invitation to set judgment aside for the moment and engage with a piece of art, to enter into a dialog with it. “What’s going on here? What am I seeing? Do I recognize something, or not? Why did the artist choose to depict ‘this’ and not ‘that?’ If I move and consider the art piece from another aspect, do I see something different or something more than I saw before? Does the piece evoke a feeling and, if so, why that feeling and not some other?” The exchange between artwork and viewer is an act of reflective consideration that is the self-indulgent act of giving oneself the time and space to consider openly what the art expresses. Truly great art invites a person to this sort of consideration again and again throughout a lifetime. The City of Missoula Public Art collection has been assembled over a generation or so by the Public Art Committee assisted by other members of the community. In addition to aesthetic considerations the Committee is guided by a loose framework that requires the selected pieces be appropriate to the place of display, consider security, resistance to theft, vandalism, and public safety. Some, like the delightful “Returning” at Caras Park, followed a rubric of being appropriate for children to climb on as a “play sculpture.” (I have had a fondness for “Returning” since it was installed by

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missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wealth Montana artist Jeffrey Funk. It often captures that instant when a small child first expresses a true sense of humor long before they have full command of language; when they encounter those large trout, kids recognize them as fish, of course, but they know fish arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t supposed to be that big and fish donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t swim on land. The reaction is initially one of surprise, but then a recognition of what is going on emerges. They laugh and run to them.). One of Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first public art pieces was Taag Petersenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Crossingsâ&#x20AC;?, which has anchored the North end of Higgins Avenue since the mid-80â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Taagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s piece is aptly located a stoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throw from the Montana RailLink rail line since it is a representation of the railroadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s role in western Montana history and development. The dominant feature of the piece are four large, bright red Xâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. At its installation, there was quite a lot of public controversyâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;it was a brash piece whose component representative parts benefitted greatly from pointed explanation that most people missed. Nonetheless, it has become an iconic representation of what Missoula is; a much-loved and much-cited landmark used to navigate the north end of Downtown. Sometimes we

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claim public art as it claims us with growing familiarity and fondness. The worst response a piece of public art can evoke is indifference, for art is meant to affect us and change us. If it leaves us as we found it, it has failed in some essential way. Public art doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have to hit us over the head with outrageousness or be offensive, but it should compel us to respond. Likewise, we are not obligated to like or enjoy every piece of public art we encounter, but we ought to give ourselves over to that compulsion to reflect on what the artist has created. Even arriving at the conclusion we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like a piece of art is not wasted. In that act of consideration, we plumb the corners of our own values and test the limits of our understanding. Worthy public art engages us and, in that engagement, we become better citizens. This guide will help you explore Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s public art collection. In the process, you will learn something about our community and yourself.

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1 Garden City Tree of Life

Brooks & Higgins, 2010 • Kip Herring, artist. The tree of life is a positive affirmation along with bright colors and tributes to its rivers, the University of Montana, Caras Park, the Memorial Rose Garden and more. It is a celebration of Missoula in the current day, a place we love to call home.

2 Peace Works

519 S. Higgins • Created by area high school students Peter Bradstock, Sarah Jackson, Amanda Keeland, Brittany Kirkland, Sarah Logan, Yuki Sugimoto, and Tara Westle with artist Amie Thurber in 2000. A mural celebrating diversity with a colorful, festive atmosphere, Peace Works is located at the rear entrance of the Jeannette Rankin Peace Center.

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Hip Strip – Penwell Building Commissioned by neighboring businesses, this wheatpaste mural by local artist Amber Flaherty graces the historic Penwell Building in the heart of the downtown area known as the “Hip Strip”.

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Missoula Public Library, 301 E. Main St. The Gnome house was built over a period of ten years by Mona Frangos, and has been displayed at the Missoula Public Library since 1988. Mona began with a hollow log and made many furnishings from things she found in the woods. The Gnome house has six stories and 23 completely furnished rooms with electricity.

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Higgins Bridge • Sculpture on the East Side of the Higgins Street Bridge just north of the Clark Fork River. Created by Jeffrey Funk in 1989 as a project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee, these three large bronze fish twist among boulders and are a favorite among children.

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515 S. Higgins • Mural on the north wall of Big Sky Embroidery store on the southeast corner of Higgins and Fourth. By DeForrest Shotwell

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Clay Street/Holiday Inn • Mural in Bess Reed Park on the south end of Clay Street. Volunteers and children of Big Brothers and Sisters painted this vibrant and humorous mural in 1997.

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Park Place, Corner of Pattee & Front Sts. This 20’ tall interactive sculpture by Missoula artist Mike Golins tells the story of changing water. A rolling wave pours into a crashing one that flows into an eddy. High enough to walk under, admirers might be reminded of the primal forces of nature. Completed in 2013 as a project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Higgins St. Bridge • Named after worldclass Missoula kayaker Brennan Guth, who died in Chile in 2001 pursuing his sport and passion. Sculpture, viewing platform and a whitewater feature in the Clark Fork River.

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101 Carousel Drive • “If you will give it a home, and promise no one will ever take it apart, I will build A Carousel for Missoula.” That was the promise Missoula cabinet-maker Chuck Kaparich made to the Missoula City Council in 1991. By opening day, May 27, 1995, over 100,000 hours of volunteer time had gone into the construction of 38 permanent ponies, three replacement ponies, gargoyles, chariots and more.

101 Carousel Drive • Dragon Hollow is a magical playland adjacent to A Carousel for Missoula. The play land was the combined effort of artists, consultants from Leathers and Associations, Inc., and over 6,000 volunteers, who built the play land in just nine days.

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216 W. Main • Mural on the side of the Studebaker Building at 216 West Main Street. Created by noted local artist Stan Hughes in 2000, the work pays tribute to the historical background of the Studebaker Building and the heart of the Gasoline Alley historic area, which evolved on West Main Street in the early 1900s. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Courthouse • Located inside the Missoula County Courthouse at 200 West Broadway. Created sometime between 1912 and 1914, these historical scenes were painted on canvas with oils. Curated by the Missoula Art Museum.

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Heart of Missoula†

111 W. Broadway • Completed in December 2005 by Hadley Ferguson. Painted on seven aluminum panels, these sepia-toned paintings depict downtown Missoula of ages past. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Transfer Center Mural Between the Missoula County Courthouse and City Hall • 200 tiles decorated with animals, flowers and other symbols to represent the natural heritage of Montana. Created in April 2000 by Missoula County Public School students with the help of their art instructors Katherine Lynch, Jackie Alford, Carla Getz, Susanne Woyciechowicz, and local artist Dana Boussard.

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Cattin’ Around†

W. Main & Ryman • Sculpture adorning Central Park parking garage in the 100 block of West Main Street. Mike Hollern created this whimsical, ferros cement depiction of a sprawled alley cat in 1991. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Courthouse • Honoring veterans of WWI and WWII. Located at the southeast corner of the Missoula County Courthouse Lawn on the corner of Broadway and Ryman, this cast bronze sculpture of a First World War soldier was created by J. Pauling in 1921. A 1927 plaque lists WWI veterans, and a 1948 plaque lists WWII veterans.

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Mountain Line Center • Installed in 2002, the solid bronze sculpture of a stylized grandmother and her favorite grandchild was created by Missoula artist Tom Rippon, a ceramics professor at UM. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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435 Ryman St • This painting by Mary Iverson is designed to honor and inspire those who participate in the legislative process. The title of the piece, Ponder, refers to the creative and analytical energy that goes into the crafting of public policy. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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140 W. Pine • Located inside the Council Chambers in City Hall. Painted in 198485 by Missoula artist Walter Hook, the series of seven oils was purchased with the Bill Cregg Memorial Fund and was a project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

140 W. Pine • Located inside City Hall. This three dimensional, muti-colored wood collage was one of the first City public art acquisitions, purchased with the Bill Cregg Memorial Fund. It currently hangs in the City Council Building hallway, near the building entrance. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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337 N. Higgins • Murals on the north and east sides of the Oxford at 337 North Higgins Avenue. John Carlon painted these figures in 1997 on Plexiglas to fill real windows.

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N. Higgins • Sculpture located in front of the Northern Pacific Railroad Depot at the north end of Higgins Ave. Four large red Xs made of enamel on metal with concrete wingwalls and platform set on a stone ballast, it represents railroad themes. Created by Taag Peterson in 1986 and a project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee, the Xs relate to the tall trestles necessary for crossing mountain ravines.

403 N. Higgins • Completed 2007. Artist, Brad Allen. Commissioned by Keegan Eisenstat.

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N. Higgins • Marble sculpture located in the plaza at the end of North Higgins Avenue in front of the Northern Pacific Railroad Depot. Created in 1914 and one of just six sculptures remaining, this structure was erected to mark the route of the wagon road, surveyed and built by John Mullan, from Fort Benton to Fort Walla Walla on the Columbia River.

Orange Street Underpass

Orange Street Underpass • Created in 2010 by the Orange Street Mural Group. The project was coordinated by University of Montana Professor, Michael Parker with UM students and much community effort.

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Grand & First • First Night Tile Project on the Northside/Westside Pedestrian Bridge near the Grand and First Street intersection. Created by children and adults who participated in the First Night Missoula public tile project on New Year’s Eve 1999, the theme features animals of all types.

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St. Patrick Hospital, 500 W. Broadway • These heartfelt mosaics were made by the sixth grade classes of Washington Middle School, 2002. As inspiration for the patients, each heart was created by an individual student. Teachers Joni McNeil and Mary Gillhouse coordinated with art direction from Jayne Piazza.

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625 E. Pine • On the West Side of the Missoula City Fire Station headquarters at the corner of East Pine and Madison. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee, Rudy Autio created this colorful work in 1995 with scenes relating to fire fighting history.

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120 N. Hickory – Montana Natural History Center • Based on an oil painting by local artist Stephanie Frostad, this piece was recreated and installed by Big Bear Sign Co. in 2013 to serve as a 16 foot sqaure mural prominently featured on the outside wall of the Montana Natural History Center’s recently renovated building. The artist was chosen by a committee of the MNHC because her work so closely represented their mission.

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McCormick Park • Thanks to the percent for art project, the City of Missoula Public Art Committee commissioned Missoula artist James Todd to create a design to be sandblasted on the exterior of the Currents Aquatic Center. This piece features motifs of Northwestern wildlife amidst cascading waters. The design was sandblasted by Nash Enterprises Inc. of Missoula.

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Mobash Skate Park bike rack • Created by University of Montana Professor Brad Allen in 2009, this work emulates the flow of Missoula’s rivers and doubles as a bike rack. A collaboration between the PAC and Mobash Skate Park Board, it was funded by the Percent for Art Program. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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McCormick City Park’s “Silver’s Lagoon”- (kids’ fishing pond) Boy, 12 feet high, Girl, 15 feet high(with poles) - 3-D, steel “rebar”sports sculpture - Donated to the city of Missoula. Brian M. Schmid created this unique, larger than life-size welded rebar threedimensional “drawings” or “ghost sculpture” designed to fit in with the environment.

1001 S. 3rd St. W. – Nutritional Laboratories International • Located along the Bitterroot Spur Trail, this mural was created by art students of the Willard Alternative High School with help and collaboration from local artist Stephanie Frostad and other community members. The mural was funded by a grant from the Office of Neighborhoods and donations from Nutritional Laboratories International.

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Lewis and Clark School, in the library, 2901 Park Experiencing life from the expedition through storytellers, over 430 children took part in writing and recording four ballads, paper mosaics and a border of interpetive signs. Completed in 2002 with art direction from Jayne Piazza.

3001 Bancroft St • This 100’ long sculpture doubles as a bicycle rack for Splash Montana. A series of 25 pipe forms increase in height from 3’ to 10’ forming a wave shape. Local artist Justin Anthony completed this project in 2007. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Silver Park - “Perseverance and Passage” commemorates the transitions its Silver Park setting has undergone, including the endurance of the many travelers who found their way along the Clark Fork River, and the dedication of the industrial workers who worked at the mill site. George Ybarra’s sculpture is of significant scale and size, encouraging interaction between park goers and the piece.

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2501 Russell St. ∙ George Ybarra’s metal fabrication interfuses aspects and essentials of modern art with the uninhibited landscape. Ybarra says the sculpture entitled The Voyage represents the passage of time. “All the experiences we have are moments. We are the observers to what unfolds, knowing the choices we make push us to action.” Commissioned by Minott and Jan Pruyn.

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YWCA Building, 1130 W. Broadway A beautiful tribute to the courage and transformation of women, the mural was designed and produced in 2000 by area high school students Amanda Keeland, Melissa McNay, Carla Rothenbuecher, AC Rothenbuecher, and Rachel Bailey with artist Amie Thurber.

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Missoula County Fairgrounds – Fine Art Building • Commissioned by former Fairgrounds Director Steve Earle, this 60 foot long and 12 foot tall mural was painted in 2013 by Josh Shaffner, and funded through community donations. The mural depicts a visual history of the fair as well as Missoula.

Rose Park • The American Rose Society, as a memorial to World War II casualties, established the Memorial Rose Garden in 1947. In 1988 a heroic-sized bronze sculpture of a winged male figure lifting a young soldier from the earth, by Deborah Coperhaven, was installed honoring Vietnam Veterans. Seven bronze plaques list the names of Montana Vietnam Veterans.

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Completed in 2010 in Rose Park • Artist: Stuart Nakamura. Arc of Life pays homage to the fire fighting and emergency services performed by the firefighters in the Missoula community with three art elements: stainless steel & granite interpretive centerpiece, a concrete pad with natural stone path and risers for engraved metal plates. Using the element of water as a symbol of life and sustenance, Arc of Life reaches into this aspect of tribute imagery to generate a remembrance of the act of saving lives. It is a place for healing, remembrance and praise. A project of the City of Missoula Public Art Committee.

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Pineview Park - “Rattlesnake Ripple” is composed of 230 tiles representing the seasonal water currents, cycles and flows of nearby Rattlesnake Creek. Located on the northeast wall of the storage shed, this mural encourages Missoula residents to contemplate the history and natural beauty that surrounds them. Artist Alison Reintjes prepared the tiles in her studio, installing the final piece late in the summer of 2015.

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322 Fort Missoula Road, Historical Museum at Fort Missoula • Artist Russel Smith, Jr.

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Missoula Airport • Mosaics were created as a collaboration with public and private school classes ranging from kindergarten to high school seniors with historical references from the Historical Museum at the Fort, 2000. Coordinated by teachers Joni McNeil and Mary Gillhouse with art direction from Jayne Piazza.

Greenough Park • Bull trout, glass mosaic on rock with brass plaque. Mosaic artwork and project design by Allissa Turtletaub. Supported by The Ecology Center, Alliance for Wild Rockies, Clark Fork Coalition, West Slope Trout Unlimited, Environmental Studies-University of Montana, Glass Concepts, Frederick M. R. Smith, Clayton DeVoe and Ellen Knight

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5705 Grant Creek Road • “Mountain Heir,” by sculptor Dennis Jones, is one of four bronze sculptures located on the grounds of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation International Headquarters. Donated in 2006, the work commemorates the dedication of the Foundation and its mission to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife and their habitat.

Parking Meter Community Public Art Project

The City of Missoula Public Art Committee, Arts Missoula, and the Missoula Downtown Association have teamed up for an exciting project working to transform our city’s old parking meters into brand new works of art. The project kicked off during First Night Missoula 2017. Phase 2 will have local artists painting original artwork on the meters which will be placed in assorted Missoula locations

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Traffic Signal boxes

For nine years, the City of Missoula Public Art Committee has worked with state and local agencies, local organizations, businesses and individuals to enrich Missoula’s street corners. The Committee has invited artists living in Missoula County to create art on traffic signal boxes located throughout Missoula. The boxes serve as “canvases,” enhancing our community and enriching our visual surroundings. The boxes and the artwork that graces them are ephemeral. At times, boxes are replaced for safety and technological reasons. The new boxes are graced with artwork as funding permits. By 2016, well over half of Missoula’s seventy-three signal boxes have been completed. 2017 will bring exciting new works, featuring imagery from Missoula’s renowned arts community. Kim Foiles painting My Colorful Chaotic Choir

lunch on the grass by Courtney Blazon Broadway & Ryman

the old train station

by Richard Scott Morgan Higgins & 4th

Alternative Artist’s Transportation collage by Josh Quick Broadway & Toole

by Nelson Kenter Broadway & Van Buren

popcorn

by Paula Goldberg Broadway & Mullan

Bright morning

by Stoney Sasser Reserve & 3rd

bronc rider’s dance by William Burwick Brooks/South/Russell

Missoula waterways by Laurie Lane Broadway & Scott

mother nature by Jill Logan Brooks/Oxford/Sussex

our Community- skateboarding Missoula-the by Athena Lonsdale garden city Missoula by Josh Quick Higgins & 5th

Orange & 3rd

by Christy Greene Brooks & Reserve

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by M. Scott Miller Brooks & Southgate Mall

A perspective on trees by Kip Herring Stephens & Mount

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Past Time

by Rebecca Weed Broadway & Pattee

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Fancy elk

by Amber Bushnell 39th & Reserve

Iris in the Spring

by Stoney Sasser 39th & Russell

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by Max Mahn 39th/Stephens/High Park

sunflowers & dragonflies by M. Scott Miller Brooks & Beckwith

The light and the dark by Meaghan Gately Brooks & Paxson

Long may the wilderness be wild by Kip Sikora 39th & 23rd

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Night Garden

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Midnight shenanigans

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by Missoula Electric Quilters South & Johnson

by Missoula Electric Quilters Higgins & 6th

by Laura Blaker Brooks & Mount

by Karl Stein 3rd & Russell

by Meaghan Gateley Brooks & Higgins

by Melissa Madsen South & Grant

by Claire Klees-Mencel Higgins & South E2

Seasoned wild blooms coloring Hunters of the by Debbie Bell music Reserve & Union Pacific by Tanner Mullenix Valley by Claire Rose KleeseMencel Brooks/Catlin/Fairview

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by Courtney Blazon Higgins and Front

by Lillian Nelson Arthur & 6th

by Karl Stein Arthur & Beckwith

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mountain home still moments

by Lilian Nelson Reserve & England

by Opportunity Resources, Inc. Russell & Mount

by Rachel Neal Arthur & 5th

by Carmeron Klise Russell & 5th

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My Colorful Chaotic Choir

by Parker Beckley Reserve & Mount T2

Sunday at fort missoula by Christian Ives Reserve & South

by Jen Ryan Hickes Higgins & Main

Home Bones

by Carrie Malia Arvish Reserve & I-90 Interchange

by Carrie Malia Arvish 14th & Johnson

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journeys

by Kim Foiles Brooks & Dore Lane U2

Seeds

by David Miles Lusk Reserve & Kent

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1* David Secrest, Twisted Pod, Twisted Wedge, Twisted Arch, 1996, wrought iron 2 Jay Rummel, Five Valleys Trilogy, 1977-82, acrylic on canvas (2nd floor) 3 Marilyn Bruya, Untitled (mural), 1996, acrylic 4 Rudy Autio, Cavalcade, undated, glazed stoneware (lobby) 5 Ken Little, Fall, 1975, acrylic on canvas; Untitled, undated, ceramic sculptures (stairwell) 6 Theodore Waddell, Ghost Horses, 1995, oil and encaustic on canvas (stairwell) 7 Stephanie Frostad, Bright and Early, 1994, oil on canvas (2nd floor) 8 Sarah Rachael Monk, Occurrence, 2010, acrylic and graphite on panel (lobby) 9 John Vichorek, Teepee Burner, 1970, welded steel 10 David Secrest, Infrastructure, 1996, fabricated steel and wrought iron 11 David Secrest, Buhr Stone, 1996, fabricated steel and wrought iron 12 John Vichorek, Untitled (murals), c. 1969, concrete 13 David Pledge, Three Vessels, 2001, glazed stoneware 14* Michael Osborne, Paleozoic I, 1990, ceramic 15 Steve Connell, Flight, 1996, steel with copper patina 16* Lindsay McCoy, Elements of Life, 2001, glazed ceramic tile 17* Rudy Autio, Grizz, 1969, cast bronze 18 Robert Davis, Bulletin Board, 1974-75, welded steel 19 George Gogas, Judith Basin Encounter: When Charlie and Pablo Went Broke in the Stock Market, 1994, acrylic on canvas (lobby) 20 George Gogas, Judith Basin Encounter: When Charlie and Pablo Had Breakfast at McDonalds, 1994, acrylic on canvas (lobby) 21* Theodore Waddell, Persistence, 1976, brushed stainless steel 22* Robert Gehrke, Flight Column, 1996, Cor-Ten steel 23 Dana Boussard, Business of the Trade, 1996, painter fiber construction (2nd floor) 24 Rudy Autio and Ward Devlin, Flathead Valley, 1970, glazed ceramic tile (lower level)

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25 Joy Wulke, Sky Walkers, 1996, fiber sculpture (2nd floor atrium) 26 Vickie Meguire, Abstract Montana Images, 1996, acrylic and mixed media (lower level) 27 Tu Baixiong, Untitled, 1996, acrylic on paper (3rd floor) 28 Rudy Autio, Montana Horses, 1986, fiber tapestry 29 Peter Voulkos, Covered Jar, 1954, glazed stoneware (case) 30 Tim Rippon, The Magnificent Tree of the Arts, 1996, glazed ceramic 31 Rudy Autio, Untitled, 1953, ceramic mural 32 Marilyn Bruya, Mt. Sentinel and Mt. Jumbo, 1990, oil on canvas (main floor) 33 Monte Dolack, Action Figures, 1999, hand-colored lithographs 34 Patrick Zentz, Hellgate Translator, 2002-03, mixed media with electronic components (atrium) 35 Jay Laber, Charging Forward, 2001, mixed media 36 Phoebe Toland, What’s New, 2008, oil on panel (1st floor) 37 Neil Parsons, Winter Count, 2008, mixed media (3rd floor) 38 Lloyd Schermer, A Journalist’s Puzzle, 2006, moveable type and engraved plates (lobby) 39 Kate Hunt, Black Flag/White Flag, 2008, mixed media (2nd floor) 40* Douglas Warnock and Robert Delgado, Constellation, 2000, ceramic tile and bronze 41 Irvin “Shorty” Shope, Cutting Lodge Poles, Granville Stuart Coming up the Bitterroot, Warfare Between Cattle and Sheepmen (WPA-era murals), 1934, oil on canvas (2nd floor) 42 Rudy Autio, Signal, 1996, concrete and ceramic 43* Terrence J. Murphy, Maureen and Mike Mansfield, 1999, cast bronze 44 James Todd, Untitled (mural), 1973, acrylic (stairwell) 45 Rick Rowley, Grateful Nation Fallen Soldier Memorial, 2011, cast bronze 46 John Vichorek, M.C. Escher Gates, undated, steel (GVA entrance) 47 Theodore Waddell, Playground Slide, ca. 1974-76, brushed stainless steel 48* David Secrest, Humus, 1996, wrought iron

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Twisted Wedge| Twisted Pod| Twisted Arch, Wrought iron, 1996. Secrest refines and manipulates metal to create intuitive shapes that comment on the clash of old and new technologies, industrial processes and the refinement of raw materials from one form to another. These wrought iron sculptures, mounted together on a single base, use the process of forging and shaping to create three related forms.

18 Rudy Autio

Grizz, Cast bronze, 1968. This 5,000-pound bronze was a project of the UM Foundation, and represents the traditional symbol of the University of Montana. Autio was the founder of the UM ceramics department, and served as head of the department and professor for twenty-eight years. Autio completed a series of ceramic and plaster maquettes before scaling these up to the final work. The sculpture was placed prominently at the head of the Oval on “Grizzly Circle”and dedicated during Homecoming 1969.

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Paleozoic I, Ceramic, 1990. Osborne is a UM alumnus. The completion of this Campus Art Award outdoor sculpture commission coincided with Osborne’s MFA thesis exhibition Cathedrals. This sculpture refers to geological changes impacted by environmental factors such as wind and rain over time. Osborne’s intention was that the opening near the top of the sculpture be used as an oculus. It lines up with the face of the clock on Main Hall, evoking a sundial and the passage of time.

22 Theodore waddell

Persistence, Brushed stainless steel, 1976. Waddell is a Montana native from Laurel. While he is best known for paintings with thick impasto surfaces depicting ranch scenes, he also created a group of distinct metal sculptures while on the UM School of Art faculty from 1968 to 1976. During this time he lived in Arlee and created a series of minimalist-influenced polished steel sculptures.

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Warnock & 41 Douglas Roberto Delgado

Constellation, Ceramic tile and bronze mural, 2000. This work was commissioned under the Montana Arts Council’s Percent for Art Program. Warnock, a professor at the University of Idaho in Pocatello, and Delgado, a studio artist based in Los Angeles, have collaborated to create several murals. This one integrates Warnock’s cut bronze with Delgado’s airbrush over silkscreen glazed tiles to reflect both artists’ interests in communitybased public art.

Maureen and Mike Mansfield, Cast bronze, 1999. This work was commissioned by UM alumni Magnus and Velma Aasheim. Murphy reflected that the qualities of, “honor and integrity [will] guide my depiction of Mike Mansfield. From my personal remembrance of this man and his works on behalf of the people of the State of Montana and the people of the United States, the word honorable is the depiction in bronze I envision. It [is] my desire to depict Maureen Mansfield in a loving manner on a level of partnership with her husband…Mike credited her with all the success that he achieved, especially in his political career.”

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Elements of Life, Ceramic Tile Mural, 2001. This work was commissioned under the Montana Arts Council’s Percent for Art Program. McCoy uses abstract, diagrammatic forms to suggest DNA, cellular parts and atomic structures at a microscopic level.

23 Robert Gehrke

Flight Column, Cor-Ten steel, 1996. This work was commissioned for the Gallagher Business Building under the Montana Arts Council’s Percent for Art Program. This use of a pillar to celebrate a political or military victory hearkens back to Roman triumphal columns. Instead of commemorating public events, this sculpture is a monument to the natural world, calling the viewer’s attention to the sky, birds and flight.

49 David Secrest

Humus, Wrought iron, 1996. Secrest works in welded steel, wrought iron and sand cast bronze. He describes his process as where “the practical meets the esoteric.” He develops forms from his subconscious and experiments with the structure of metal to create patterned surfaces. In 1996, Secrest completed a series of commissions across the UM campus referencing natural and industrial processes. With Humus, his intention was to create a work that would accumulate dirt, leaves and pine needles to appear as part of the earth. In soil science, humus refers to organic matter that has reached a point of stability, where it will not further decompose.

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Sculpture Park Now Open in Heart of Missoula Missoula now has a public art park—certain to delight its downtown denizens and visitors alike. The recently completed Art Park at the Missoula Art Museum features changing exhibits of outdoor art, provides a new venue for local and world-renowned sculptors, and extends the museum’s mission into the public view. The new community space invites visitors and neighbors to linger over lunch or park a bicycle for a walk to the Farmer’s Market and nearby shops. It was developed as a collaborative project between the City of Missoula, Missoula Art Museum, and Adventure Cycling. This “creative place-making” ensured that it was imagined, endorsed and supported by an impressive array of community and downtown neighborhood stakeholders to become a people’s park in the best sense.

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“We are inspired by the broad-based collaborative process that shaped our artful vision for a public space,” says Laura Millin, MAM’s executive director. “To me, the Missoula Art Park will showcase the power of art and creativity to serve our community and create an extraordinary cultural destination in the heart of downtown for generations.” The Missoula Art Park is located at the corner of Pattee and Pine streets, just one block off of Higgins. Its inaugural exhibition, on view through November 4, 2017 is called “By The Bike,” and features the sculptural works of Ann Appleby, Kim Reineking, Whitney Ford-Terry, Keith Goodhart, Jeremy Hatch, and Patrick Zentz.

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248 N. Higgins – (406) 317-1543 4ravensgallery.com Open: M-SA 10-6 (Sundays during summer & winter holidays) We are local and professional artists working in a variety of mediums: glass, stone, metal, fine woodworking, jewelry, fiber, traditional basketry, and photography. Emphasis on fine contemporary craft. A well-known stop on the First Friday Gallery Walk in downtown Missoula. (See ad pg. 18)

ART ASSOCIATES OF MISSOULA P.O. Box 1678, Missoula, MT 59806 (406) 549-0752

THE ART HANG UP

839 S. Higgins Ave. – (406) 327-8757 thearthangup.com patty@thearthangup.com Open: T, W, TH, F 10-5:30, SA 11-3 The home of the Tree of Life mural on the “Hip of the Hip Strip.” The Art Hang Up captures the flavor of western Montana in photography, prints, and paintings of Missoula artists. The gallery features silk paintings and scarves by Patty Corbett. All uniquely blended with experienced, quality artistic picture framing since 1985. (See ad pg. 18)

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ART ATTIC FRAMING & DESIGN

123 South Ave. W – (406) 728-5500 artatticmt.com 123@artatticmt.com Open: M-F 9:30-5:30, SA 10-4 Locally owned since 1968. Art Attic is a full service professional custom framing studio that specializes in quality workmanship and design. The Art Attic covers the full spectrum of framing: conservation, memory/shadow box framing, mirrors, fabric hand-wrapped mats and liners. Residential on-site picture hanging services as well as commercial framing and installation. Restoration of oil paintings etc. No job is too big or too small. (See ad this page)

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ARTS MISSOULA

327 E. Broadway – (406) 541-0860 (P.O. Box 7662) artsmissoula.org info@artsmissoula.org Open: M-F 9-5 Arts Missoula connects art, culture, and community through education, advocacy, and celebration. Arts Missoula coordinates Missoula’s sister city program, First Night Missoula, SPARK!-Arts Ignite Learning, the city of Missoula Public Art Committee, the Montana Book Festival, First Friday Gallery Night marketing, economic and cultural tourism initiatives, and produces a weekly arts newsletter. (See ad this page)

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directory of art BARBARA MORRISON

717 Hiberta – (406) 721-6159 morrisondesigns.com barbara.lee.morrison@gmail.com Brightly colored gouache paintings and found object sculptures in a folk art style.

BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS 2640 N. Reserve St. – (406) 721-0009

BATHING BEAUTIES BEADS

501 S. Higgins Ave. – (406) 543-0018 bathingbeautiesbeads.com katie@bathingbeautiesbeads.com In the Heart of the Mountains, on the Shores of the Great Bead Sea, it is here you will find over 7,500 different types of beads. From semi-precious pearls and Czech glass to sterling and gold-filled findings and chain and always... advice. Pick up a cup of coffee, tea, or sweet treat at one of the many fine Hip Strip establishments and then come on over to design! Come in a novice and leave with a one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry made by YOU! The store is your palette and the options are limitless. (See ad pg. 19)

BIG PRINTS PLUS

2825 Stockyard Rd. F5 – (406) 541-2499 bigprintsplus.com info@bigprintsplus.com Open: M-F 9-4 We specialize in large format printing, lamination, trade show displays and full graphic design services. We print on a variety of substrates from poster grade papers to fine art papers and canvas using a 12-color printer assuring you accurate color quality. Call us for more information on how we can help you print your next masterpiece. (See ad this page)

BIG SKY MUDFLAPS

408 Village Pl. – (406) 543-7966

BIRD’S NEST BOOKS

219 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 721-1125

BOBBE ALMER – STARK MOUNTAIN STUDIO

(406) 273-8370 bobbe-almer.com starkmtnstudio@gmail.com Working from her studio overlooking the Nine Mile Valley, Bobbe Almer creates fine art depicting the landscapes of the west. Her works in watercolor, oil, and pastel have been juried into numerous shows, won many awards, and grace the walls of collectors worldwide. Bobbe’s art is represented locally by the E3 Convergence Gallery in Missoula and the Persimmon Gallery in Bigfork. She shares her talents through regular classes and workshops. For the current class schedule, visit bobbe-almer. com. (See ad this page)

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2235 Brooks St. – (406) 728-6342 booksmontana.com sales@booksmontana.com Open: M-SA 8-9, SU 9-5 Specializing in new and used bargain books, with an emphasis on Montana authors and subjects. Visit our Liquid Planet coffee shop. (See ad pg. 23)

THE BOOKSTORE AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA

5 Campus Dr. – (406) 243-1234 montanabookstore.com The Bookstore at UM is an independent college store with Missoula’s best art materials. You’ll also find Montana made products, books, Griz gear and more! (See ad this page)

THE BUTTERCUP MARKET AND CAFE 1221 Helen Ave. – (406) 541-1221

BUTTERFLY HERBS

232 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 728-8780 butterflyherbs.com Open: M-F 7-7, SA & SU 9-5:30 Butterfly Herbs, Missoula’s first and favorite espresso bar has been a hub for local artists and writers for 45 years! The gallery in our coffee bar features monthly shows of diverse and eclectic works from local and regional artists. Experience “The Essence of Missoula” at Butterfly Herbs! Offering fresh coffees, teas (Evening in Missoula), bulk spices and botanicals, fine toiletries and gifts. Our café features salads and coffee ice cream specialties. Located in the heart of historic downtown.

A CAROUSEL FOR MISSOULA 101 Carousel Dr. – (406) 549-8382 carouselformissoula.com

THE CATALYST

111 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 542-1337

THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM MISSOULA 225 W. Front St. – (406) 541-7529 (PLAY)

CHINA WOODS FURNITURE & GALLERY

716 N. Dickens (Toole Avenue at the Tracks) – (406) 550-2511 chinawoodsstore.com Open: TH-SU 11-5 or by appt.; closed January Providing fine furniture, art and home accessories to discerning clients since 2002. Our 7000 square foot showroom is filled with world treasures, all hand-selected in Asia. We have antique furniture, ceramics, jewelry, and architectural ornamentation from China. We also carry religious shrines and temple gods, Indonesian house parts, Tibetan doors and furniture, wrought iron fixtures, textiles, and stone Buddhas. (See ad pg. 19)

CHRIS FRANDSEN

420 E. Beckwith Ave. – (406) 728-0918 montanaartist.net ctfrandsen@gmail.com Open: by appt Chris Frandsen creates “en plein air” and studio paintings in watercolor and oil of landscapes, people, still-life, and wildlife from Montana and other special places around the world.

CLAIRE EMERY WOODBLOCK PRINTS 223 W. Railroad St. – (406) 728-7910 emeryart.com claire@emeryart.com

CLARK FORK CROSSING 100 Madison St. – (406) 543-3647

CLASSIC GIFTS & ESPRESSO 200 S. Pattee St. – (406) 532-2055

CLAY STUDIO OF MISSOULA 1106A Hawthorne St. – (406) 543-0509 theclaystudioofmissoula.org info@theclaystudioofmissoula.org

THE CONFIDENT STITCH

139 W. Front St. – (406) 540-4068 theconfidentstitch.com Fine fabrics and modern quilting cottons. Feel empowered expressing yourself through fabric. (See ad pg. 18)

COPPEROPOLIS OF MISSOULA 132 N. Higgins – (406) 926-3188

CORBETT SILKS

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directory of art DANA BOUSSARD

24425 Doney Ave., Arlee, MT 59821 - (406) 726-3357 danaboussard.com danaboussard@gmail.com Nationally known artist Dana Boussard has fiber and glass installations in the collection of numerous private, corporate and public buildings throughout the country. Her private studio pieces, including fiber works, paintings and drawings, have been hung in numerous museums and gallery exhibitions. Boussard is available for commissions. Contact the artist for a studio appointment.

DANA GALLERY

246 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 721-3154

DARKROOM OF MONTANA 109 W. Main St. – (406) 549-1070

DESTINATION MISSOULA 101 E. Main St. – (406) 532-3250

DIRK E. LEE ART

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P.O. Box 7343, Missoula, MT 59807 dolcecanto.org

EYE OF THE BEHOLDER

2720 Palmer St., across from the Palmer Office Complex (406) 543-2787 Open: TU-F 10-6, SA & M by appt. Celebrating 22 years in the custom art framing industry. Visit Eye of the Beholder for your own specialized custom frame design. The gallery features art by local and national artists as well as unique gift items.

FACT & FICTION

220 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 721-2881 factandfictionbooks.com Fact and Fiction is Missoula’s favorite local bookstore. With exceptional booksellers who can help you find your next Montana story.

FIRST FRIDAY GALLERY NIGHT/ARTS MISSOULA

327 E. Broadway – (406) 541-0860 artsmissoula.org/gallery-guide firstfriday@artsmissoula.org Visit Missoula’s art museums and galleries for new and vintage artwork. Most Missoula galleries and several retail businesses celebrate new exhibits on the first Friday of the month from 5-8 pm. Meet artists from throughout the region and enjoy refreshments and appetizers.

FIRST NIGHT MISSOULA (P.O. Box 7662) – (406) 541-0860 artsmissoula.org/first-night firstnight@artsmissoula.org

DOWNTOWN DANCE COLLECTIVE

121 W. Main St. – (406) 541-7240 ddcmontana.com info@ddcmontana.com The DDC is a place for Every Body, Every Ability to enjoy the visual and performing arts, specializing in dance in all forms for adults and children. A place for instruction, performances, workshops, art exhibitions, and to attend events such as weddings, meetings, fundraisers and other various celebrations. A warm and welcoming atmosphere for the arts in the heART of Downtown Missoula.

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DRAGON HOLLOW PLAY AREA 101 Carousel Dr. – (406) 549-8382 carouselformissoula.com

E3 CONVERGENCE GALLERY

229 W. Main St. – (406) 830-3168 e3convergencegallery.com e3gallery@e3gallerymissoula.com Open: W-F 5-8, SA 12-6 A non-profit art gallery designed to support Montana charities as well as broadcast the work of emerging regional artists. The gallery strives to present dynamic monthly exhibits and concerts which everyone can enjoy with an eclectic assortment of art. Also home to monthly poetry slams, concerts, and art workshops by Bobbe Almer (www.bobbe-almer.com). (See ad pg. 18)

ED NORTON BIG BAND 408 Village Pl. – (406) 543-7966

EDITORIAL EYES

204 N. Travois – (406) 546-5432 (P.O. Box 7436, 59807) editorial.eyes.mt@aol.com We specialize in all aspects of proofreading and editing: e.g., manuscripts, books, articles, technical works, music, and poetry. Hours by appointment. One hour minimum.

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1706 Brooks St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 549-8589 frameofmindmt.com Open: T-F 10-6, SA 10-2 Frame of Mind offers a unique and interactive framing experience. From classic custom framing to advanced heirloom shadowboxing, Frame of Mind will create the solutions to your framing needs that reflect your art, style, decor, and budget. Our DIY framing option means you can end up with high quality framing at a price that fits your budget. The Frame of Mind Art Gallery is Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new home for Monte Dolack and Mary Beth Percivalâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s art work, where the full collection of their posters, fine art prints, notecards, postcards, and lithographs are on display and available in stock at our location. (See ad this page).

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709 Ronan St. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 541-7100 MontanaArt.com info@montanaart.com Open: M-F 9-5, SA 10-3 Located in the center of Missoula, the gallery features a new exhibition every First Friday with some of Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best artists: Walter Hook paintings and prints, George Gogas prints, Nancy Erickson mixed media paintings, Christofer Autio photographs, Patricia Forsberg paintings, Stephen Glueckert mixed media, Carol Hoffnagle colored pencils, Peter Keefer collage and digital prints, Shea Ketcham pastels, Dennis Kern lithographs, Marion Lavery acrylics, Barbara Morrison paintings and mixed media, Elloie Jeter pastels, Bob Hawkins photographs, John Salisbury photographs, Bob Phinney mixed media, Nancy Seiler acrylics, Dennis Sloan oils, Teresa Garland Warner oils, Elene Weege oils, and watercolors and acrylics by Don H. Mundt. Quality custom picture framing is available with archival materials, competitive prices and artist discounts. (See ad this page)

GALLERY OF VISUAL ARTS

Social Science Bldg., UM â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 243-2813 umt.edu/art gallery.visarts@umontana.edu

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THE GREEN LIGHT APPAREL & HOME

301 N. Higgins - (406) 541-0080 greenlightmt.com Open: M-SA 10-6, SU 12-4 The Green Light, Missoulaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s premiere eco-boutique and healthy living department store, is also your source for local products! At this fun and unique store, you will find nearly 40 local artists, designers, and craftspeople proudly represented via jewelry, clothing, accessories, skin and body care, gifts, and candles! The Green Light, on the corner of Broadway and Higgins in the heart of downtown Missoula. (See ad pg. 19)

GREEN RIBBON BOOKS

829 S. Higgins, on the Hip Strip â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 493-0475

HEARTS AFIRE POTTERY & ART STUDIO 2426 W. Central Ave. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 926-3435 heartsafirepottery.com

HISTORICAL MUSEUM AT FORT MISSOULA 3400 Captain Rawn Way â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (406) 728-3476

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115 S. 3rd St. W. – (406) 549-1419 josephscoatyarn.com josephscoatyarn@gmail.com

JUSTIN LEE, SONGWRITER/MUSICIAN (406) 531-1577

K. ROSS TOOLE ARCHIVES & SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, MANSFIELD LIBRARY University of Montana (406) 243-2053

L.A. DESIGN

337 E. Broadway – (406) 543-5077

LAKE MISSOULA TEA COMPANY

136 E. Broadway – (406) 926-1038 lakemissoulatea.com Have a new experience with tea! Try a cup from our extensive list of premium teas. Offering loose-leaf teas from around the world and bold herbal blends. Tea ware and other accessories also available. (See ad pg. 19)

LIVING ART OF MONTANA

725 W. Alder St., Ste. 17 – (406) 549-5329

MARIPOSA STUDIO

438 E. Broadway – (406) 728-3903 (P.O. Box 1856) redratthreads.com

MCT CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

MISSOULA ART MUSEUM

335 N. Pattee St. – (406) 728-0447 missoulaartmuseum.org info@missooulaartmuseum.org Open: TU-SA 10-5 A cultural treasure since 1975, MAM offers a fully accessible, public museum with free admission, eight state-of the-art exhibition spaces, a library, a bookstore, an education center, and temporary exhibitions in local government spaces. The MAM Collection includes more than 1,600 objects representing the best of the region’s contemporary art, as well as signature collections dedicated to contemporary American Indian art and Montana Modernism. In 2016, MAM established Missoula’s first downtown public sculpture park in partnership with the City of Missoula and neighboring businesses, expanding the museum’s gallery and educational space outdoors. (See ad on pg. 18)

MISSOULA COMMUNITY MEDIA RESOURCE

500 N. Higgins – (406) 542-6228 mcat.org June 19-23: Media Camp. June 26-30: Raptors of the Rockies. July 10-14 or July 17-21: Animation Camp. July 31- Aug 4: Zombie Movie Making Workshop. (See ad this page)

MISSOULA COPY CENTER

2304 McDonald – (406) 549-COPY (2679) missoulacopy.com missoulacopy@bresnan.net Open: M-F 8-6 Color copies, high speed b/w copies, b/w laser copies, large format copies, banners, magnetic signs, street signs, aluminum signs, drafting tools, safety equipment, surveying equipment.

200 N. Adams St. – (406) 728-7529 MCTinc.org MCT is the home of the Missoula Children’s Theatre, the world’s largest touring children’s theatre, and the Missoula Community Theatre, a community theatre production company. Across the country and throughout the world, we are recognized as the premiere group that brings performing arts opportunities to communities—most notably to kids—who might otherwise not have access to them. The MCT Center for the Performing Arts is a venue available for rentals such as receptions, weddings and other events.

MEADOWSWEET HERBS

180 S. Third St. W - (406) 728-0543 Meadowsweet-Herbs.com Open: M-F 10-6, SA 11-5 “Where Mother Nature comes to shop”, home to hundreds of organic herbs, spices, herbal teas, salts, herbal tinctures, encapsulated vitamins, and minerals. Meadowsweet carries an amazing selection of bulk body care, “Montana Made” products, aromatherapy, flower essences, and our own Meadowsweet-made label of salves and Sweet Spa healing body care. Our “Sweet Spa” at Meadowsweet is open for Acupuncture, Jin Shin Jytsu, Massage, Herbal Consultations, AromaTouch, Holy Fire Reiki, Flower Essence Therapy, and more. Our Professionally trained Herbalists can help you select the products and services that will help you reach your optimal health. (See ad on pg. 19)

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MEDIA CAMP

Monday, June 19 - Friday, June 23, 2017

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Monday, July 10 - Friday, July 14, 2017 OR Monday, July 17 - Friday, July 21, 2017

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directory of art MISSOULA FIGURE SKATING CLUB Glacier Ice Rink – (406) 543-LUTZ (5889) (P.O. Box 9195, Missoula, MT 59807) missoulafsc.org

MISSOULA PEOPLE’S MARKET

W. Pine St. just off Higgins Ave., Downtown Missoula (P.O. Box 696, 59806) - (406) 830-3216 missoulapeoplesmarket.org missoulasaturdaymarket@gmail.com Open: SA 9-1, May-Sept The Market showcases over 80 local artisans, featuring unique Montana art and craft. Come check out our pottery, metal works, fine woodworking, photography, leatherwork, clothing, jewelry, and functional and whimsical art and meet the artists who created it! Breakfast, lunch, sweet treats, coffee, and cold drinks are also available while you shop in the festive market atmosphere of Downtown Missoula. (See ad pg. 19)

MISSOULA PUBLIC LIBRARY

301 E. Main St. – (406) 721-2665 missoulapubliclibrary.org Open: M-W 10-9, TH-SA 10-6, SU 1-5 Headquartered in Downtown Missoula, with seven branches. Check out books, music, maps, films, kits, laptops (in house), and more! Access public internet, online tutorials, databases; download e-books, audiobooks. For kids: storytimes, MakerSpace, and clubs. For adults: film series, book clubs, computer classes, literary events. Special services: Web on Wheels tech bus, bike repair station, Passport Acceptance Facility, seed library.

Visit our website for gallery hours and to see our rotating exhibition schedule.

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MMAC is a state and university museum home to nearly 11,000 original works

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MELOY + PAXSON GALLERIES, PARTV Center www.umt.edu/montanamuseum

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MISSOULA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA & CHORALE 320 E. Main St. – (406) 721-3194 (P.O. Box 8301) missoulasymphony.org info@missoulasymphony.org

MONTANA MUSEUM OF ART & CULTURE

Meloy & Paxson Galleries PARTV Center, UM Campus – (406) 243-2019 Offices (Main Hall 006, UM, 59812) umt.edu/montanamuseum museum@umontana.edu Open: Please visit our website for gallery hours and to see our rotating exhibition schedule. Closed on federal holidays. The Montana Museum of Art & Culture (MMAC) reflects stories of the Rocky Mountain West and its place in the world through exhibitions and programs that illuminate and enlighten. Our unique visual library, the Permanent Collection of nearly 11,000 artworks, and visiting exhibitions enlighten students, faculty, and visitors through the magic of art. As a university and state museum, MMAC programs explore local, regional, and global themes. The museum also manages the outdoor public art on the UM campus, which is available for viewing any time of the day, year round. A public art map is available on our website. 2017-2018 exhibitions include – James Todd: Looney Toones; Richard Buswell: What They Left Behind; Over There! Montanans in the Great War; Contemporary Eastern European Prints – Recent Gifts from J. Scott Patnode; and many more! Visit our website for more details. (See ad this page)

directory of art MONTANA REPERTORY THEATRE The University of Montana – (406) 243-5288

MONTE DOLACK FINE ART

(406) 549-3248 dolack.com Visit our online gallery to experience a unique vision of Montana’s wild places and creatures; browse the original paintings, prints and posters of Monte Dolack and Mary Beth Percival. Free shipping on orders over $250. Follow us on Facebook at MonteDolackFineArt.

MORGENROTH MUSIC

1105 Sussex St. – (406) 549-0013 montanamusic.com Morgenroth Music has been serving Missoula and western Montana for 31 years. Missoula’s only full line music store, Morgenroth Music offers an array of musical instruments from pianos to trumpets, sound systems to printed music, lessons to band instrument repair. We are connected to the major music publishing houses and are able to print on demand over 10,000 sheet music titles in the key you want. Rentals of band and orchestra instruments along with sound systems is one of our many specialties. Check us out and remember, Life is short…don’t forget to play! Voted #1 by Missoula Independent readers for 13 years in a row. (See ad pg. 26)

MOUNTAIN PRESS PUBLISHING COMPANY 1301 S. 3rd St. W. – (406) 728-1900/(800) 234-5308

MUSEUM OF MOUNTAIN FLYING

East end of Missoula International Airport – (406) 721-3644

NOTEWORTHY PAPER & PRESS 101 Higgins Ave. (next to the Wilma) (406) 541-6683

PAINTING WITH A TWIST

2100 Stephens Ave. #108 – (406) 540-4105 paintingwithatwist.com/missoula studio177@paintingwithatwist.com Looking for a fun night out with family and friends? Unleash your creative side with Painting with a Twist! Our talented team of local artists will guide you step by step through the session’s featured painting. We provide all painting supplies. No art experience is needed. Kids, family, and adult classes. All adult classes after 5:30 pm are for ages 18 and older only (no exceptions, ID required) BYOB option.

PATTERSON FINE ART PHOTOGRAPHY, PLLC 905 Evans Ave. – (406) 543-1911 johnnypatterson.com johnnypatterson@mac.com

PIRNIE ART SHOWROOM 337 E. Broadway – (406) 543-2713

RADIUS GALLERY

114 E. Main St. – (406) 541-7070 (P.O. Box 7034, 59807) radiusgallery.com info@radiusgallery.com

RECORDING CENTER

118 W. Pine St. – (406) 721-4172

RIVER CITY ROOTS FESTIVAL

Missoula Downtown Association – (406) 543-4238 rivercityrootsfestival.com The 12th annual River City Roots Festival will take place in Downtown Missoula Friday and Saturday August 25-26, 2017. Missoula’s signature celebration, the River City Roots Fest attracts more than 10,000 individuals into the heart of the community. This “must-attend” event features quality live performances of Americana music on West Main Street, an art show, food and beverage court, entertainment for children and families at the Family Fun Festival in Caras Park, as well as a 4-mile run. (See ad pg. 19)

ROCKY MOUNTAIN BALLET THEATRE 2704 Brooks, Ste. 2 – (406) 549-5155

ROCKY MOUNTAIN ELK FOUNDATION ELK COUNTRY VISITOR CENTER 5705 Grant Creek Rd. – (406) 523-4545 / (866) 266-7750

ROCKY MOUNTAIN MUSEUM OF MILITARY HISTORY Bldg. T-136, Fort Missoula Rd. – (406) 549-5346

ROXY THEATER & INTERNATIONAL WILDLIFE FILM FESTIVAL 718 S. Higgins Ave. – (406) 728-9380

SALSA LOCA

408 Village Pl. – (406) 543-7966

SHAKESPEARE & CO.

103 S. 3rd St. W – (406) 549-9010

THE SHIRT SHOP

740 River St. – (406) 728-5671 rob@shirtshop.biz Open: M-F 8-5 Montana’s premiere silkscreen and embroidery shop. We’ve been doing custom screen printing for more than 40 years. And, not just for T-shirts. We also decorate hats, jackets, bags, hooded sweatshirts, vests, promotion products, glassware, golf balls, pens, and just about any apparel or material you can find. Have our art team create custom graphics or bring your own. When it comes to screen printing and embroidery - We are the best in Montana. (See ad this page)

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2901 Brooks St. – (406) 721-5140 shopsouthgate.com Open: M-SA 10-9, SU 11-6 Featuring a collection of historic framed photographs that chronicle 100 years of Missoula history. (See ad this page)

STRING ORCHESTRA OF THE ROCKIES

P.O. Box 8265, Missoula, MT 59807 (406) 493-2990 • 1-888-MONTANA sormt.org • griztix.com 2017/18 Concert Series: Sun, Sept 17, 2017; Sun Nov 19, 2017; Sun, Feb 18, 2018; Sun, May 6, 2018 Raising the curtain on our 33rd season! The only professional ensemble of its kind in Montana draws upon the talents of the finest string players in Big Sky Country. This unique, conductor-less, 15-member orchestra invites audiences to connect emotionally with them as they treat listeners to music as varied as Montana itself. The SOR continues its commitment of “giving back” to our community by offering free master classes and workshops taught by guest artists throughout the season, as well as funding an annual scholarship at the UM School of Music. All concerts are held in the UM Music Recital Hall.

STUDIO PANDORA CUSTOM JEWELRY DESIGN 211 N. Higgins Ave. – (406) 549-5100

TERESA GARLAND WARNER, FINE ART ARTIST (406) 251-4243

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UNIVERSITY CENTER GALLERY

The University of Montana 32 Campus Dr., UC 227 - (406) 243-5564 umt.edu/uc/ucg gwen.landquist@mso.umt.edu Open: Sept-May, M-F 10-4 The UC Gallery bridges the gap between Montana and the international contemporary art scene, exhibiting local and nationally known artists. New exhibits monthly. (See ad this page)

UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA SCHOOL OF MUSIC UM Music Bldg., 101 – (406) 721-6880

UPCYCLED

517 S. Higgins – (406) 240-4731

THE VESPIARY BOOK RESTORATION & BINDERY 1221 Helen Ave. – (406) 396-1911

VON COMMON ART STUDIOS

100 N. Johnson, #7 – (406)360-7452 voncommonstudios.com voncommonstudios@gmail.com Open: by appt. Von Common was established in 2010 with a mission of providing artists with affordable studio space, opportunity to strengthen friendships, and benefit from the communal nature of a group arrangement. Von Common hosts two events annually at the studio space and resident artist exhibit throughout the year in Missoula and surrounding area.

University Center, Ste. 104 – (406) 243-6661

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WILLIAM MUNOZ PHOTOGRAPHY

(406) 381-0691 wamphoto@me.com William, as a 40 year professional photographer, is the photo-illustrator of over 100 children’s books. He shows his fine art photography at top art fairs across the county. Everything is in motion, even if we don’t immediately sense motion, it is there. William’s passion is sensing and photographing motion, whether trees or dance. His work can be seen at the 4 Ravens Gallery in downtown Missoula, where he is a partner.

ZOOTOWN ARTS COMMUNITY CENTER (ZACC)

235 N. 1st St. W – (406) 549-7555 zootownarts.org The Zootown Arts Community Center is a non-profit arts community center located along the railroad tracks in Missoula. We have a walk-in paint your own pottery studio, a public printshop, a small artist shop, and a contemporary art gallery. Our gallery specializes in dynamic group shows and emerging artists, and hosts a free art opening on the second Friday of each month. We also host many art classes for all ages, and a variety of musical and theater events.

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missoula public art committee What does the Public Art Committee do? The Public Art Committee is responsible for reviewing, advocating, and developing public art projects in the public spaces for the City of Missoula. It has developed a process to create, develop, and maintain public art as well as further public accessibility to the arts. The Public Art Committee (PAC) is responsible for developing a collection of public art that is of the highest quality, that encompasses a broad aesthetic range reflecting the city and its citizens, that improves the quality of life in the area, that is accessible to all individuals, and that is a source of pride to all residents. The Public Art Committee works to develop public art projects and the associated collections that become an integral part of the fabric of the City of Missoula. These projects reflect a broad range of input and involvement by artists, art professionals, organizations, businesses, and residents.

Who is on the committee? The Public Art Committee consists of nine members serving four-year terms. Six members are appointed by the Mayor, two members are appointed by the City Council, and one member is a Missoula City Council representative. Members have expertise in the visual arts, arts administration, historical preservation, architecture, or have an affiliation with a local business association or public entity. Current members are: Peter Lambros (Committee Chair), Kathi Olson (Committee ViceChair), Julie Armstrong (City Council Representative), Kia Liszak, Douglas Olson, Taag Peterson, Helen Hallenbeck, Courtney LeBlanc, and Cathay Smith.

I’m interested in Public Art. Should I attend a PAC meeting? YES! As a member of the community, you are welcome to come to monthly meetings held on the third Tuesday of the month at 4:00 PM in the City Council Building, 140 W. Pine. For more information contact the Public Art Coordinator at (406) 5410860 or visit our website: www.MissoulaPublicArt.org For current information including PAC Agendas and Minutes, please go to: MissoulaPublicArt.org or www.ci.missoula.mt.us/index. aspx?NID=438.

When was the Missoula Public Art Committee started? The Missoula Public Art Committee was formed in 1985 by Mayor John Toole as a committee designated to review, advocate for, and develop public art projects in the public spaces for the City of Missoula. It was reaffirmed on December 23, 2002 as a standing city committee. The City of Missoula Public Art Committee was the first “City” Public Art Committee in Montana.

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What is the Percent for Art ordinance? In December, 2002, City Leaders passed an Ordinance establishing a Percent for Art program – a first for any city in Montana. The ordinance mandated the inclusion of artwork within certain city projects, set procedures to commission, select, and de-accession public art. The Ordinance required 1% of eligible construction costs of City capital improvement projects paid wholly or in part by the City of Missoula to construct or remodel any public or city building, structure, park, or any portion thereof to be allocated for public art and provide a funding source for ongoing maintenance. In November 2015, the amount allocated to this public art program was increased to 1.5% .

What are the objectives of the Percent for Art Program? • Develop a public art program that is unique to Missoula. • Increase the understanding and enjoyment of public art by Missoula residents. • Invite public participation in the interaction with public spaces. • Provide unusual and challenging employment opportunities for artists. • Encourage collaborations between artists and architects, and artists and engineers. • Support artist participation on design teams for planning public projects. • Encourage a variety of art forms: temporary and permanent, object and event, single or dispersed locals. • Spread commissions among a wide number or artists and strive for overall diversity in style, scale, and intent.

How are public art projects funded? Public Art projects are funded through the Percent for Art program, special project funds, grants, and private donations. The Committee does not receive any monies from the City of Missoula’s general fund, department budgets, licensing, or permitting fees.

How do I find out about Public Art Committee art calls? Periodically the Public Art Committee seeks artists to design and construct artwork for public buildings and grounds. Go to www.ci.missoula.mt.us/index.aspx?NID=899 or www. MissoulaPublicArt.org to see the list of current art calls. You can also sign up to receive future notifications when the city’s Public Art Committee is requesting proposals for public art pieces in Missoula.

How does the Public Art Committee decide who is eligible for art calls? The Public Art Committee has three methods of determining eligibility: • Open Art Call: open to all artists in a specified area. • Limited Art Call: open to a limited number of artists who have been invited to participate based on their expertise in a desired area. • Direct Purchase/Commission: a specific individual invited to create artwork for a site based on their expertise in a desired area.

How does the Public Art Committee select artworks? The Public Art Committee establishes a Selection Committee that includes representation from City Departments or public agencies (if applicable), donors (both public and private), neighborhood representatives (both business and residential), project architectural group (where applicable) and the Public Art Committee members.

I have a business and would like to have some public art at my business location. Can the Public Art Committee provide guidance or funding? The Public Art Committee enjoys providing guidance to the private sector wishing to develop a public art project. Although the Public Art Committee has no specific funds for special projects, the Committee has worked hand-in-hand with the private sector to develop “public-private partnership projects.” These are collaborative projects where the PAC works with the private entity in various ways to complete a public art project. Often, the completed artwork has been given to the City of Missoula, becoming a part of the public art collection.

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The PAC suggests everyone start with visiting their website, MissoulaPublicArt.org to review past and present projects. Current projects may be perfect for your public art idea. If not, the Committee invites anyone to present a project idea at its monthly meeting. The Committee may provide guidance in varying degrees or may vote to implement the project based on available resources.

What is the selection criteria for artwork? The selection criteria changes with each project. In general, the Public Art Committee expects that artwork be of the highest quality in both concept and execution, while recognizing public safety and durability. The Committee encourages proposals that balance the artistic design in the artwork with the setting of the designated area. When developing proposals, artists typically consider specific themes, the design aesthetics of an associated building, the traffic flow and, the use of the building and/or site.

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