pump project art complex

Exhibit Dates:August 10th – 17th 
Opening Reception: Sunday, August 10 at 6pm 
Gallery Hours: Wed-Sat 1-5pm and by appointment
2008 ARTSPARK FESTIVAL VISUAL ART SHOWCASE presented by the HMBG Foundation  

The HBMG Foundation is excited to present the 2008 ArtSpark Festival Showcases, running July 31st- August 17th. Showcases will feature the work of seven Creative Teams composed of a visual artist, musician, and group of theatre practioners and/or video game designers. Before the start of the Festival, musicians and visual artists submitted an existing piece of original work that became the “sparks,” or starting points, for their Creative Teams. Each Creative Team was then challenged to develop a new play or video game “sparked” by the music and visual art of these perfect strangers. While the creation of the plays and video games were underway, the musicians and visual artists began producing new works “sparked” by their Creative Teammates. This year pioneered the addition of a third “spark” for ArtSpark participants. Dell Children’s Hospital partnered with the HBMG Foundation and offered up two playrooms to serve as inspiration for a new play and video game. Providing support and encouragement, the HBMG Foundation gave each Creative Team an office, hardware, software, showcase venues, copier/printer access, budgets, rehearsal space, conference rooms, and weekly workshops/town halls. After 12 weeks of dedication, collaboration, and creativity, these teams are ready and waiting to show Austin what they have accomplished. 

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For information on ArtSpark and the music and theater showcases visit http://www.hbmgfoundation.org