New Faces, Fresh Spaces!

Tuesday was the first day of spring! Here at PATTERN, we’re fans of fresh starts and new beginnings. Last week PATTERN’s Board of Directors unanimously adopted our new strategic mission and vision (more on that soon!) AND we’ve also just welcomed some new faces to the office!

The future's looking bright, and we hope to remind you of that in our newsletters. We're super excited about what's ahead for PATTERN and Indiana's creatives. Can't wait to share all our adventures with you!

As always, thanks for reading, and keep the feedback coming - we love hearing from you whether it’s your ideas for strengthening Indiana’s creative economy, or recommendations for us to check out some hip new spot. Have a fantastic weekend!

Reflecting on an interview from five years ago (almost to the day!) with NUVO, Polina Osherov, our Executive Director, delved into PATTERN's role in nurturing Indy's creative sector. It's interesting to see the evolution since then—what's changed and what remains the same.

Polina highlighted a critical insight during the discussion which is now part of PATTERN’s core mission: "Creatives can significantly drive the economy...How do we blend business interests with creativity?" 

The interview took place while we were gearing up to release our 15th issue, also our second dedicated to music. Our aim was to highlight our local music scene, especially in light of the ongoing Music Cities study, signaling that a segment of the Creative Economy was beginning to receive its deserved recognition for economic development. Our goal was to feature a selection of local talent, reinforcing our ongoing mission to create a sustainable and supportive environment for creatives. This conversation remains relevant and insightful today—find it here!

What’s Happening At PATTERN

PATTERN is growing, and we’re thrilled to welcome two fantastic people to our team! (By the way, we still have a couple of positions open, in case you’re looking for new opportunities.)

• Andrew Keeler is our new Development Director! He is joining PATTERN in continuation of his career in the non-profit space. Most recently, he worked as Associate Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations at the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy. He holds a B.A. and M.P.A. from Indiana University and is currently serving as a member of the board of directors at Eagle Creek Park Foundation and Hoosier Environmental Council.

• Macy Lethco is our new Program Manager! The Kentucky native is coming to PATTERN after working as a Grant Writer and Events Coordinator at the Harrison Center. She holds a B.A. in Linguistics and Spanish from Western Kentucky University and taught English in Spain before moving to Indy right before the pandemic. She has a German Shorthaired Pointer puppy named Van and hosts a local skateboarding meet up called Grind Culture for women, trans, and non-binary people.

We’re creating our March digital cover story next Tuesday, March 26 featuring classical pianist Clare Longendyke, and we’re opening our doors for a small number of students and aspiring creatives to shadow a professional photoshoot and interview. Click here for more info and to RSVP.

If you're a photographer in search of an affordable studio space downtown, Paradox Photo Studio at the Stutz is now open for bookings! For those who recall our previous iteration of Paradox as an event and exhibit space located in Broad Ripple's former Crackers venue in 2021, we've revived both the name and the website for this exciting new venture. 😉

Interested in advertising space that sees thousands of local supporters? Contact [email protected] for more information!

Visit

• The Galleries at Herron to experience their “Give and Take” exhibition—Featuring work from local, national, and international artists, this exhibition is participatory and evokes all of the five senses.

• Eskanazi School of Art’s MFA Thesis Exhibition at the Grunwald Gallery—A culmination of years of graduate research in the arts, this exhibition features work in ceramics, digital arts, fibers, graphic design, metalsmithing & jewelry design, painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. The opening reception is March 22nd at 6pm.

Apply

• To have your art purchased and displayed at the Central Indiana Community Foundation’s offices in Downtown Indianapolis—CICF is inviting artists to submit up to 3 original works for consideration of purchase and installation at their office. If you’re a visual artist based in Central Indiana, you qualify! Deadline: March 29

• To participate in the Cultural Arts Pavilion 2024 Arts Speak Cafe for Summer Celebration weekend—Arthentic Arts Inc. is looking for emerging Black visual and performing artists interested in showcasing their work during this three-day weekend event. Deadline: March 31

• To be showcased in Newfields’ “Truth of Freedom: African Diaspora to Afrofuturism” exhibit—If you are a Black artist living in Indiana with work surrounding the theme of the African Diaspora and Afrofuturism, you should learn more about submitting to this exhibit. Deadline: April 1

• To Creative Capital’s Open Call for project proposals—Creative Capital is providing 50 grants for projects in visual arts, performing arts, film/moving image, technology, literature, multidisciplinary, and socially engaged forms. If you have groundbreaking ideas that challenge what art can be, you might be a good fit for this funding. Deadline: April 4

• To the Athenaeum’s “Art Saves Lives” exhibition—This show focuses on mental health, suicide prevention, and journeys of hope and recovery. If you are a visual artist 16 & up located in the Greater Indianapolis area, check out this opportunity. Deadline: April 5

• To Gallery Forty-Two’s “Art of Speed” show—This juried exhibition celebrates speed, racing, and all things Indianapolis in May. This opportunity is open to all artists of any medium. Deadline: April 5

• To Indy Arts Council’s Call for Programming Proposals at the Indianapolis Artsgarden—The Arts Council is looking for proposals that engage Central Indiana artists and curators, and are appropriate for all ages. Proposals may include performances, artist talks, exhibitions, activities, and more. Deadline: April 7

• To Indy Arts Council’s Request for Art for Start with Art Silent Auction—This call is open to central Indiana artists (who live in Marion and the contiguous counties) over 18. Have your art auctioned off at an exciting event kicking off the Fall arts season. Deadline: April 7

• To Ignite Studio’s “Change of Scenery” exhibit—This call is open to artists of all ages and backgrounds. Show off your artistic adventures in this group show. Deadline: April 10

• To Indianapolis Art Center’s “Art from the Heartland” exhibition—Midwestern artists in any medium are welcome to apply. The exhibition seeks to highlight the richness found in contemporary Midwest makers ranging from traditional to contemporary and new media processes. Deadline: April 28

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