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Visions from Above: The Enduring Legacy of William Edmondson

Posted on October 18, 2017 by wordpress

About Mark Schlicher Mark Schlicher is a Nashville-based documentary filmmaker, whose work has been shown nationally on PBS, HBO, Lifetime, TBN, and Smithsonian Channel. His upcoming feature documentary, “Chipping Away: The Life and Legacy of Sculptor William Edmondson”, is the product of over five years of original archival and primary-source research, and expert interviews. The film is supported in part by a grant from Humanities Tennessee. Mark is currently soliciting donations to finance completion of the film. Selected footage from “Chipping Away” is featured in the main exhibition gallery, and a fifteen minute work-in-progress excerpt from “Chipping Away” will be shown during the panel discussion on October 22. “Chipping Away” is slated for a Spring, 2018 release.

Mark’s other film credits include producing and directing a biography of George Washington Carver. He provided cinematography for HBO’s “Mavis!” documentary, and the national PBS’s documentary “Nashville 2.0: The Rise of Americana”. Mark also serves as an adjunct professor of Cinematography at Watkins College of Art, and is a practicing figurative sculptor, having studied under Alan LeQuire and others. Mark earned his degree in education from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. He resides in Nashville with his wife and “Chipping Away” co-producer, the well-known stage director, actor, and ceramic artist Jackie Welch Schlicher.

Visit www.ChippingAwayMovie.com to learn more or to support the film.A note from Mark Schlicher:“William Edmondson’s work is loved by many, but it still surprises me how little he is known outside of collectors’ circles. His sculpture appears deceptively simple. In his lifetime it was often described as “childlike”, “primitive”, and even “crude”. The story of his life and his “discovery” by the art world elite reads like a Cinderella story…a tale that is pleasant and reassuring, but ultimately limiting. I believe that we risk misunderstanding and undervaluing William Edmondson.

In creating my documentary film, I’ll peel back the onion to reveal deeper truths about William’s life, his work, and the artistic legacy he has left for us. As I have researched, I’ve discovered a richer story than I imagined. Edmondson’s work deserves to be admired and celebrated not merely for its “simplicity”, but for its subtlety, its deep themes and symbols, and the impressive technical skill and aesthetic vocabulary he developed. “Chipping Away: The Life and Legacy of Sculptor William Edmondson” will aim to be both an accessible and engrossing biography of a great artist arising in an unlikely time and place, and an appreciation and celebration of his artistic achievements that continue to inspire artists eight decades later.

I’m excited to join in a public conversation with such eminent artists and historians as we examine William Edmondson’s work, life, and legacy.”Schlicher, a Nashville-based filmmaker, has spent the last five years researching Edmondson’s life, work and legacy, and has poured his findings into a very special documentary, Chipping Away, the Life and Legacy of Sculptor William Edmondson.

An excerpt from Schlicher’s documentary will be viewed during the panel discussion, with edited footage playing on loop during the exhibition, on view through November 12.As an institution with one of the largest collections of Edmondson sculptures, we are proud to have teamed up with local film producer and Edmondson historian, Mark Schlicher, to co-curate the exhibition and host a special panel conversation on Sunday, October 22. Schlicher will serve as moderator during the panel, featuring Fisk University history professor Dr. Reavis Mitchell, artist and historian Thaxton Waters, and curator and art teacher Michael McBride.

Panel conversation:
Sunday, October 22
1:00 pm
Massey Auditorium
Free with admission or membership

On the 80th anniversary of William Edmondson’s solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA), Cheekwood celebrates the incredible work, life and legacy of one of Nashville’s most beloved and respected artists in its latest exhibition, Visions from Above: The Life and Work of William Edmondson – featuring over 20 Edmondson sculptures from our collection.

Born to two former slaves in Davidson County in the late 1800s, William Edmondson was the first African-American artist to achieve a solo exhibition in the MOMA. After receiving little to no formal education, Edmondson said he began sculpting after receiving a vision from God. His work began with tombstones and led to carving figures such as animals, local citizens and influential members of the African-American community.

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Viewing Tips for the Solar Eclipse

Posted on July 25, 2017 by wordpress

On August 21, a total solar eclipse will sweep the nation from Oregon to South Carolina. A total solar eclipse occurs when the moon passes between the Earth and the Sun, blocking our view of the Sun. When this happens, we will experience a sudden wave of darkness for about two minutes. While Nashville goes dark for a few minutes we will experience the temperature drop and it will become silent outside. We will be able to experience nighttime in the middle of the afternoon, something that hasn’t happened since 1979.

As we prepare for this sight of a lifetime, there are many precautions we need to take to fully enjoy this experience. In order to view the eclipse properly and safely, you must wear protective eyewear. Guests of the Cheekwood Solar Eclipse Viewing Party will each receive complimentary viewing glasses, provided by our friends at First Tennessee Bank. These glasses, otherwise known as special-purpose solar filters, will give you the chance to properly watch the solar eclipse without causing damage to your eyes.

Here are some tips and tricks to using the solar filters and why they are so important:

Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright sun—after glancing at the sun turn away and remove your filter. Do not remove the filter while still looking at the sun.
When using the solar filters it is best to briefly look at the sun through the filter and then look away
Don’t look at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device.
A total solar eclipse is about as bright as the full moon and just as safe to look at
Any other time is dangerously bright—view only through special filtered glasses
Homemade filters or ordinary sunglasses, even very dark ones, are not safe for looking at the sun

With the right information and the right resources, you can make the most of this incredible phenomenon set to sweep the nation. Information sourced by NASA.
Learn more about the viewing party

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26 Years of Scholastic Art Excellence

Posted on January 21, 2017 by wordpress

Special thanks to The Tennessee Credit Union, who has partnered with us to present The Scholastic Art Competition at Cheekwood for twenty-six years. Education programs at Cheekwood are funded in part by HCA, Metro Nashville Arts Commission and Tennessee Arts Commission.

For the 26th consecutive year, Cheekwood is proud to host the regional competition and exhibition for Middle Tennessee Scholastic Art Awards, which celebrates art achievements by students in grades 7-12.

This year, 49 Middle Tennessee art students took home Gold Key awards, 99 Silver Key awards and 203 Honorable Mentions. Five students, Talia Barton, of University School of Nashville; Olivia Defazi, a home school student; Grace Hall of Hendersonville High; Jenna Lowe of Brentwood High School and Richard White of Montgomery Bell Academy have each received an American Vision Award nomination.

One of the five will be chosen as a national finalist in the American Vision Award competition to be held in New York. Regional winners are eligible for scholarships and cash prizes, are part of the exhibition at Cheekwood, and have their work sent to New York City for national judging.

This year’s awards ceremony and reception will be held Saturday, Feb. 4 at 1 p.m. in Massey Auditorium. Artworks by Middle Tennessee’s Gold Key recipients will be on display in Cheekwood’s Frist Learning Center Courtyard Gallery Feb. 4 through March 5 before going on to be judged by the national panel in New York.

Special thanks to The Tennessean Credit Union, fellow Scholastic Art Awards sponsor of 26 years.For the 26th consecutive year, Cheekwood is proud to host the regional competition and exhibition for Middle Tennessee Scholastic Art Awards, which celebrates art achievements by students in grades 7-12.

This year, 49 Middle Tennessee art students took home Gold Key awards, 99 Silver Key awards and 203 Honorable Mentions. Five students, Talia Barton, of University School of Nashville; Olivia Defazio, a home school student; Grace Hall of Hendersonville High; Jenna Lowe of Brentwood High School and Richard White of Montgomery Bell Academy have each received an American Vision Award nomination.

One of the five will be chosen as a national finalist in the American Vision Award competition to be held in New York. Regional gold key recipients are eligible for scholarships and cash prizes, are part of the exhibition at Cheekwood, and have their work sent to New York City for national judging.

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2016 El Dia de los Muertos

Posted on October 24, 2016 by wordpress

Published: 10/24/2016

On Saturday, October 28, we will celebrate our 17th annual El Día de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. This is one of the most important celebrations in Mexico and Latin America. The festivals, known for their colorful decorations, energetic music and elaborate displays, demonstrate the culture’s strong sense of love and respect for ancestors while celebrating the continuance of life.

Each year, Cheekwood brings the traditions of Mexico and Latin America to Nashville with a festival that includes traditional music and dance, vibrant art activities and authentic cuisine. Visitors will learn about the culture of their Latin American neighbors while exploring beautiful altar displays and shopping in the marketplace.

Art Activities
Traditional art activities will be offered including Papel Picado, Paper Marigolds, Calaveras Masks, Sugar Skulls and Posada Prints

11th Annual Tapete Display & Competition
What is tapete? Tapete is the Spanish word for carpet. Usually made with colored sand, these “carpets” are a tradition for El Día de los Muertos because, like life, they are temporary. At Cheekwood, participants will use chalk, a similar temporary medium, to create the large-scale colorful designs to honor the deceased. Experience the brilliance of these custom designs before they wash away!

Altars
One of the most important aspects of El Día de los Muertos is the creation of a memorial altar for the departed, known as an ofrenda. All across Mexico and beyond, families honor their ancestors by creating altars decorated with items that the deceased enjoyed in life. Learn more about this tradition as you tour the creative ofrendas designed by local groups and organizations.

ADMISSION I Adults $16 I Children 17 and Under FREE

Cheekwood Members FREE
Parking $5 per car

El Dia de los Muertos is sponsored by Advance Financial

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2016 Fall For Cheekwood

Posted on October 4, 2016 by wordpress

On Sunday, September 18, children and families donned their festive fall finest and headed to Cheekwood for the third annual FALL FOR CHEEKWOOD, a Family Benefit. A sold-out success for the third year running, FALL FOR CHEEKWOOD benefits Cheekwood’s school programs, allowing 10,000 school children from across the Southeast to visit and experience the wonder of Cheekwood free of charge, giving access to children who may not otherwise have the opportunity. Serving as Honorary Co-Chairs were Connie Britton and Mandy and Brandt Snedeker, and the event was sponsored by NaviHealth and Thompson Machinery.

Co-chairs Vandana Abramson and Corinne Kidd helped kick off the benefit, welcoming guests to a beautiful evening in the Cheekwood fall gardens with magical offerings for guests of all ages, including a towering hay slide, hayrides, and a festive fall mini golf course provided by Holes To Go. A magnificent barbeque spread provided by Jim ‘N Nicks Bar-B-Q served as the signature Southern Supper, while Bang Candy Company, Olive & Sinclair Chocolate Co., and Ellie’s Doughnuts delighted children (and grown-ups!) with sweet treats at the S’mores and Doughnut Bars.

As the sun set across Cheekwood’s gardens and pumpkin patch, the evening came to a close with festive favors from Batch and Bang Candy Company that sent a little FALL FOR CHEEKWOOD magic home with every family.

Cheekwood thanks the Host Families and attendees of the third annual Family Benefit, and gratefully acknowledges the important support of Music City Tents & Events, Lipman Brothers, LLC and R.S. Lipman Company, Schenk Photography, and the in-kind supporters below who generously lent their time and support to the third annual FALL FOR CHEEKWOOD.

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2016 Cheekwood Harvest

Posted on September 16, 2016 by wordpress

Published: 9/16/2016

A new season is upon us, and we’re eagerly welcoming Cheekwood Harvest, our six-weekend-long fall program, starting September 17. Thousands of mums, scarecrows and pumpkins are filling our lush gardens for this beloved festival, a long-standing tradition here at Cheekwood.

This year, we’re excited to roll out some new additions that are fun for the entire family. Here’s a look at what’s in store:

Pumpkin House and Patch

Through October 30
Don’t just pick a pumpkin, step into our new Pumpkin House and experience them! This 11-foo pumpkin house t-tall Pumpkin House is fun for the whole family.

The Cheekwood Beer Garden

Saturdays and Sundays through October 30
11 AM – 4 PM. Experience everything the harvest season has to offer with our festive Beer Garden. Enjoy tasty pub fare and beers on tap as you relax with family and friends each weekend of Harvest and during First Thursday Nights in the Garden on October 6. (Additional fee applies: cash bar for guests 21+)

Halloween Pooch Parade

October 22 at 10 AM
Bring your favorite four-legged friend to Cheekwood for our first Halloween Pooch Parade. Costumed canines and their owners are invited to parade around

the gardens for a fun morning stroll.
Each Saturday we will also have special themed performances and activities throughout the grounds. An overview of all of our programming and events can be on our Calendar.

Be sure to share your best Cheekwood Harvest photos with us on social media using #CheekwoodHarvest!

Cheekwood Harvest is presented by Bank of America. The Pumpkin House and Patch are sponsored by Southern Land Company, and Scarecrows! are sponsored by Cat Financial.