QAX 2011: A World of Art in One Borough
Thursday, June 16th-Sunday, June 19th
Queens Art Express is a spring arts festival that features performances, exhibitions, art events and great places to eat in the unique cultural communities along the route of the No. 7 train and beyond.
“(Queens Art Express)…showcases the coming of age of Queens as a hotbed of art – especially along the No. 7 line.” - New York Times
For more info go to queensartexpress.com
QAX Boot Camps + QAX Mixers = QAX Thursdays in 2011
QAX Boot Camp/Pro Development
Find your inner PITCH. In 2011, the QAX Marketing Boot Camps are led by renowned experts in the fields of E-Marketing, Video Production, PR, Grantwriting and more. You don’t have to be a sellout to make money with your art.
QAX Mixers
QAX mixers are “mini-festivals” for the greater Queens community where one can network in a casual atmosphere. But the mixers are not solely for building camaraderie, they also serve to create buzz in the months leading up to the QAX festival in the spring. Each mixer features a different neighborhood host. Who attends the mixers? Friends of QCA. Individual artists. Community leaders. Politicians. Art organizations. YOU!
2011 Schedule
January 20, 2011 – LIC – Grantwriting Pitch Party
February 24, 2011 – Flushing/QPTV – Storyselling
March 24, 2011 – Astoria – Building an Online Presence (Social Media/Blogging)
April 21, 2011 – Jackson Heights – Community Partnerships
May 19, 2011 – LIC – Grantwriting Finances: The Bottom Line
QAX Mixer Testimonials:
“My personal experience of attending Mixer has been really positive. As a new transplant to Queens, Queens Mixer played an important role for me to connect with art professionals in the community. Artists often work alone and Mixer provides a great opportunity to meet other artists. As a result of attending the Mixer, I met interesting professionals whom I have collaborated with and referred me to greater opportunities in Queens and elsewhere. I highly recommend the Mixer to any artists who wants to connect with the community.”–Yoon Cho–Artist
“This year the Queens Art Express was able to bring several talented artists to Jackson Heights. Because of their efforts, local residents were treated to performances and readings they might not have otherwise had the opportunity to experience. Additionally, our local businesses benefitted from increased traffic and exposure. The Queens Art Express represents the ideal example of how the arts can benefit a community and its businesses. I highly support and look forward to their future endeavors.”– Council Member Daniel Dromm, 25th District, Queens
QAX 2010 was highlighted by outdoor art shows, dance premieres, daily music performances in 4 subways stops along the 7 train, film screenings, artist led tours through the neighborhood, open studios, and a free concert on the East River at Gantry State Park.
To learn more about this nationally recognized endeavor go to www.queensartexpress.com.
