The Greater Mobile Arts Awards to be presented at 6:30pm September 10 at the LoDa Artwalk in Cathedral Square.
Who are the winners?
Artist: Wanda Sullivan
Ms. Sullivan has a B.F.A. in painting from the University of South Alabama and M.F.A. in painting from the University of Mississippi. She has taught at Spring Hill College since 2007 and is the Director of its Eichold Gallery.
Business: The Blind Mule
The Blind Mule is tight with Mod Mobilian – but we still have to say – they deserve it. The Mule has featured young local artists and musicians when no one else did – and is in a large degree responsible for the Mobile Cultural Revival. Congratulations Blind Mule! www.myspace.com/theblindmule
Educator: Jane Shaw
Mrs. Jane Shaw is a long-time art teacher who started the Cathedral Square Gallery for her students, modeled after the cooperative galleries of Taos.
Organization: Gulf Coast Ethnic & Heritage Jazz Festival
The GCEH Jazz Fest just completed its 12th year – and continues to try and keep alive one of Mobile’s most important traditions – jazz. It holds it’s centerpiece free concert in August – previously in Bienville Square – but the venue or date may change in the future so the weather is not such an issue. It also has its Youth Workshop, Poetry Slam, Pro-Am Jam Session, and plans on holding more events throughout the year! www.gcehjazzfest.com
Patron: Herndon Inge III
Herndon Inge has devoted much time to Downtown Mobile and the arts – serving on numerous boards (including Playhouse in the Park and others). Significantly, Mr. Inge was instrumental in the Crescent Theater Film Society and serves as its President. www.herndoninge.com
Volunteer: Laureen Lynn
August 29th, 2010 at 11:28 am
Jane Shaw taught MANY of Mobile’s artists when they were children (Randy Moberg, Fred Marchman, Gin Taylor, myself and many others) and instilled a life-long love of art. Those who did not pursue their art nevertheless were better off for her teaching. It’s a great thing that she has been given this award!
August 29th, 2010 at 4:44 pm
Jane Shaw taught me when I was 12-15 years old in her home. She was a wonderful teacher – patient, kind, and loving. I have wondered over the years how she was and what she was doing. I have very fond memories of her.