 For Immediate Release: September 20, 2023
Creation.Story Artists' Reception held in Tandem with the Black Hills Powwow WHAT: Creation.Story EXHIBIT DATES: 09.22.23-12.09.23 ARTISTS’ RECEPTION: October 6 | 4-6:30pm OPENING PRAYER: 4pm WHERE: Sen. Stan Adelstein & Lynda K. Clark Gallery | Dahl Arts Center WHY: Bringing ART + PEOPLE together The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is pleased to present Creation.Story, an exhibition curated by Keith BraveHeart and Akta Lakota Museum and Cultural Center at St. Joseph’s Indian School. Jhon Goes In Center and Dwayne Wilcox are co-curators of this exhibition at the Dahl. The show will run from September 22 through December 9, 2023 in the Sen. Stan Adelstein & Lynda K. Clark Gallery. The artists’ reception will be held in tandem with the Black Hills Powwow on October 6 from 4-6:30pm. This exhibition is centered on the significance of creative expressions and traditions among the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ cultures. Multiple artists have provided visual artworks, artifacts, and creative concepts representing their Očhéthi Šakówiŋ heritage. Creation.Story presents ancient spiritual entities and narrative figures culturally recognized as transcendent “relatives” and acknowledged as the central foundation of Očhéthi Šakówiŋ's beliefs, values, and lifestyles. The intention of this exhibition is to share and encourage the continuum of these cultural practices. BraveHeart calls himself a contemporary native artist. Through this exhibition, BraveHeart allows the artwork to shift, to allow “for chance to happen,” and for the artist to determine the direction of their work. By bringing contemporary interpretations of these traditions to a broader audience, this exhibition ensures that the heritage of the Očhéthi Šakówiŋ remains vibrant and relevant in contemporary times. The exhibition arrived from Akta Lakota Museum with 17 works by 11 different artists, including 8 large-scale oil paintings that made up Keith BraveHeart’s MFA thesis presentation at the University of South Dakota. The RCAC commissioned two artists, Billy Janis and Leland Benoist, to create new pieces for this exhibition. The co-curators have selected numerous other unique pieces to be displayed within Creation.Story at the Dahl. Funding for this exhibition was provided by Jackalope and the South Dakota Arts Council through the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. ## For More Information: Noah Geiger Rapid City Arts Council 605.394.4101 x2 Noah.Geiger@thedahl.org The mission of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. This organization was founded in 1968 by visionary artists and art enthusiasts, and in 1987, RCAC became the official partner in expanding the city’s arts and cultural resources. Since 1974, RCAC has been the proud steward of the Dahl Arts Center (thedahl.org), a civic resource owned by the City of Rapid City. RCAC is dedicated to advocating for the arts and amplifying the artistic voices of the region and offers a wide range of public arts programs, including exhibitions, live performances, and educational classes. This important work is made possible through the generous contributions of individual donors and organizations including the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Rapid City Arts Council and the Dahl Arts Center are located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City. The center is open from Monday to Saturday, between 10 am and 5 pm and admission is free. Learn more at rapidcityartscouncil.org.
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TAP: TEACHING ARTISTS PROGRAM BRINGS FREE VISUAL ARTS LESSONS TO RAPID CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS9/14/2023  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 14, 2023
TAP: TEACHING ARTISTS PROGRAM BRINGS FREE VISUAL ARTS LESSONS TO RAPID CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Rapid City, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2023-2024 Teaching Artists Program (TAP). This transformative initiative aims to bring free visual arts lessons to Rapid City elementary schools. This program embodies RCAC’s commitment to fostering creativity and innovation in our community through the arts How It Works: TAP supplements the educational experience of elementary school students by integrating visual arts into school curriculum. Here's how it works:
Calling All Artists: If you or someone you know has a passion for art and wants to make a meaningful impact, TAP is the perfect opportunity! By joining TAP, you will:
Artists, sign up by October 9 to be a part of this enriching experience! Empowering Educators: Teachers benefit from TAP by opening their classrooms to artistic exploration. Here's why you should consider signing up:
Teachers, sign up by October 20 to bring the power of art to your classroom! Join us in making a difference through art education with TAP! TAP is a partnership established between Rapid City Area Public Schools and the Rapid City Arts Council in 2014, inspired by themes of transformation and shared values from Destination Rapid City’s Main Street SquareSculpture Project artist Masayuki Nagase. For more information and to get involved, visit the Rapid City Arts Council website or contact education director Melissa Nelson. The mission of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. This organization was founded in 1968 by visionary artists and art enthusiasts, and in 1987, RCAC became the official partner in expanding the city’s arts and cultural resources. Since 1974, RCAC has been the proud steward of the Dahl Arts Center (thedahl.org), a civic resource owned by the City of Rapid City. RCAC is dedicated to advocating for the arts and amplifying the artistic voices of the region and offers a wide range of public arts programs, including exhibitions, live performances, and educational classes. This important work is made possible through the generous contributions of individual donors and organizations, including the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Rapid City Arts Council and the Dahl Arts Center are located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City. The center is open from Monday to Saturday, between 10 am and 5 pm and admission is free. Learn more at rapidcityartscouncil.org. ### CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council marketing@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5  Effective August 29, 2023
Rapid City Arts Council Welcomes Noah Geiger as Gallery Director and Curator of the Dahl Arts Center Rapid City, SD - Noah Geiger, artist and curator, has assumed a role with the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) as the Gallery Director and Curator at the Dahl Arts Center, succeeding Denise Du Broy. Du Broy left an indelible mark during her eleven-year tenure as director and two-decade service as a volunteer. As Gallery Director and Curator, Geiger will be steering the RCAC’s vision for visual arts programs at the Dahl Arts Center (the Dahl). He will lead the development of exhibits and strategies to expand and diversify audience engagement. In addition, Geiger will supervise daily operations, including managing the artists' gift shop and overseeing the RCAC’s permanent collection at the Dahl. Geiger will also be an integral member of the strategy team as the organization marks the momentous 50th anniversary of the Dahl and renews the ten-year cultural plan for the city. Collaborating with peer institutions, he aspires to elevate the region's standing as a premier arts destination. Born to an artist and a local arts administrator, Geiger's life has revolved around the arts. He pursued arts education in Rapid City schools in his formative years. He went on to study Sculpture at the Kansas City Art Institute. Geiger worked in numerous art galleries and artist-run spaces in Kansas City. There, he honed his passion for architecture, fabrication, art history, and community arts engagement. An advocate for accessibility and inclusivity, Geiger is poised to redefine the gallery space and its wider impact on arts and culture in the region. Jacqui Dietrich, executive director of the Rapid City Arts Council, remarked, "Noah is an incredible addition to our leadership team. His vision and enthusiasm will undoubtedly help to bridge the gap between artists, students, visitors and the arts. We anticipate exciting new developments in our mission to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities will stem from his collaborative approach." Noah Geiger expressed his excitement, stating, “Joining the Rapid City Arts Council in amplifying the arts is truly a privilege. The Dahl stands as a beacon of arts programming for the Black Hills. I anticipate collaborating with our incredible artists, dedicated board, and the vibrant community to sculpt transformative art experiences.” The role of the Gallery Director and Curator involves curating fifteen to twenty exhibitions annually that display regional artworks, serving a vast community of around 400 artists and attracting 10,000 visitors. The Dahl is at the heart of art and culture in Rapid City, welcoming the public six days a week with complimentary admission, courtesy of the City of Rapid City and the unwavering support of many donors and members. About the Rapid City Arts Council and the Dahl Arts Center The mission of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. This organization was founded in 1968 by visionary artists and art enthusiasts, and in 1987, RCAC became the official partner in expanding the city’s arts and cultural resources. Since 1974, RCAC has been the proud steward of the Dahl Arts Center (thedahl.org), a civic resource owned by the City of Rapid City. RCAC is dedicated to advocating for the arts and amplifying the artistic voices of the region and offers a wide range of public arts programs, including exhibitions, live performances, and educational classes. This important work is made possible through the generous contributions of individual donors and organizations including the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, John T. Vucurevich Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. The Rapid City Arts Council and the Dahl Arts Center are located at 713 7th St in Downtown Rapid City. The center is open from Monday to Saturday, between 10 am and 5 pm and admission is free. Learn more at rapidcityartscouncil.org. ## CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council marketing@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 29, 2023
Pocket Junkies to Headline the Emerging Performing Artists Season Kickoff by the Rapid City Arts Council on September 1st RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council announces the season kickoff of the Emerging Performing Artist Program with a performance by up-and-coming artists and The Pocket Junkies on September 1st at the Bruce H. Lien Cultural Café & Gallery at the Dahl Arts Center from 6–8 PM. The festivities for the night include a showcase featuring an open-mic style showcase of local Emerging Performing Artists from 6-7pm, with a performance by The Pocket Junkies to follow from 7:15-8pm. The Pocket Junkies is composed of Sivan Hoch on Saxophone, Fred Epstein on Drums, and Caleb Buum on Bass. Founded in 2013 by the Rapid City Arts Council, the Emerging Performing Artists (EPA) program provides up-and-coming artists with various opportunities to perform, reach local audiences, and find support. Each session includes performances by emerging artists and a workshop or studio session with professional guests. The public is welcome to attend as audience members. This monthly event will typically happen on the first Friday of the month from 6-8pm. The EPA program is open to up-and-coming artists ages 14+. The focus will be on youth and young adult artists, mainly channeled for musicians, but other forms of artistic performance are welcome and encouraged! While this is a program for performers, the audience is just as crucial to the success of this event. EPA events are free and open to the public. The beer and wine bar will be open. Artists interested in performing in the open-mic style “Showcase” or the professional workshop or house show can sign up at: rapidcityartscouncil.org/emerging-artists 2023-2024 EPA events are: September 1 - with Pocket Junkies House Show October 6 - with Dylan Lewis House Show November 3 - with Jonny Hastings House Show December 1 - Professional Guest Workshop January 12 - Professional Guest Workshop February 2 - Professional Guest Workshop March 1 - Professional Guest Workshop April 5 - Special Guest House Show May 3 - Professional Guest Workshop The Emerging Performing Artists Program is a monthly recurring community event presented by the Rapid City Arts Council and is proudly sponsored by Bruce H. Lien Emerging Artist Fund. For more information or to become a participating artist please visit our website or contact the Rapid City Arts Council at marketing@thedahl.org. ### CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council marketing@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5 Bob H. Miller Took Barbie to a Different Dimension with Exclusive Pop-Up Exhibition, Barbie Dahl8/28/2023  For Immediate Release 8.28.23
Bob H. Miller Took Barbie to a Different Dimension with Exclusive Pop-Up Exhibition, Barbie Dahl RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council is pleased to announce the Barbie Dahl Pop-Up Exhibition by Bob H. Miller. This pop-up exhibition will run from August 29 through September 21, with an artist meet and greet on September 1 from 5-7pm as part of First Fridays Art Walk. Bob H. Miller often considers himself a pop artist, incorporating advertising and popular culture by working mass-produced objects into his artwork. In the early ‘90s, while exploring magazine collage, Polaroid photography, and alternative B&W photo processes, Miller’s inspiration became the pinup model figure of the Barbie doll, which aided in creating this collection, the Barbie Dahl Pop-Up Exhibition. A meet and greet with Miller will be in the Lobby at the Dahl Arts Center during the Downtown Art Walk on September 1, from 5 pm to 7 pm. For more information on this exhibit, visit the website or contact the Rapid City Arts Council at marketing@thedahl.org. WHAT: Barbie Dahl Pop-Up Exhibition MEET & GREET: Friday, September 1 | 5-7 pm COST: Free WHERE: The Dahl Arts Center, Downtown Rapid City WHY: Bringing ART + PEOPLE together CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council maggie.wince@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5 The mission of the Rapid CityArts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. RCAC manages the civically owned Dahl Arts Center and receives support from individual members and donors, the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 28, 2023
Final First Friday Art Walk of 2023 is Going Out With Style! RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council announces the Final First Friday Downtown Art Walk of 2023 on Friday, September 1, from 5–8 PM. This recurring community event in Downtown Rapid City started in June and continues on the first Friday of every month through September. The First Friday Art Walk happens throughout Downtown Rapid City. In this self-guided art experience, participants will explore free interactive creative activities at each destination they stop at along the way. From live music to workshops and painting – it’s an event the public will not want to miss. 21 participating businesses, galleries, and cultural venues are now on this month’s Art Walk. They include Abys, Alex Johnson Mercantile, Art Alley, ArtHouse, B Sharp Cut Co, Black Hills Vinyl, Canvas 2 Paint, Celtic Connection, Dakota Drum Co, Dandelion Bouquet, Dahl Arts Center, Elements of South Dakota, Firehouse Brewing, Garbage Tale Vintage, Melissa Wood Art Gallery, Prairie Edge, Pure Fox, Suzie Cappa Art Center, The Coupe, Tusweca Gallery, and Ugly Graffiti. Each of the 21 destinations will offer interactive activities on September 1. Examples of the special activities include:
First Friday Art Walks is a recurring community event presented by the Rapid City Arts Council and is proudly sponsored by Print Mark-et, Black Hills Vinyl, and Canvas 2 Paint. For more information or to become a participating artist or destination, please visit our website or contact the Rapid City Arts Council at marketing@thedahl.org. Contact the businesses for information about their events. ### CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council marketing@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5  For Immediate Release: 8/9/2023
Ladies, Bros & Clothes by Klaire Lockheart Opening Reception on September 1 WHAT: Ladies, Bros & Clothes by Klaire Lockheart EXHIBIT DATES: 09.01.23 – 12.02.23 ARTISTS’ RECEPTION: September 1 | 5-7pm WHERE: Ruth Brennan Gallery | Dahl Arts Center WHY: Bringing ART + PEOPLE together RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is pleased to announce that we will host Ladies, Bros & Clothes by artist and teacher Klaire Lockheart. The show will be in the Ruth Brennan Gallery of the Dahl Arts Center from September 1 through December 2, 2023. There will be an opening reception in the gallery on September 1 from 5-7 pm. Klaire will give an artist’s talk at 6 pm. This reception coincides with the RCAC’s final First Friday Art Walk taking place in downtown Rapid City. This show combines three of Klaire’s significant bodies of work, Brodalisques, Domestic Sarcasm, and Feminine Attempts. Brodalisques is a series of detailed oil on canvas figure paintings of passive masculine forms lounging in mysterious and unknowable environments, purposefully invoking a historical and academic style of art in order to challenge the traditional patriarchal values of Western civilization. These brodalisques represent men as realistically as idealized nude female bodies in classic artwork represent actual women. Feminine Attempts is a series of life-size oil on canvas paintings that explore the unnatural expectations of femininity. The women are painted wearing a combination of modest clothing while wearing provocative footwear. They wear aprons to highlight the absurdity of requiring women to be always tidy. Domestic Sarcasm is a series of dresses and aprons that challenge the history of feminine expectations. Klaire screen prints onto the fabric with historic images that reinforce sexist tropes. The combination of these three series takes a look at how women are viewed in the world, specifically the art world. Klaire is based out of Vermillion, SD. She earned her MFA from the University of South Dakota in 2016 and is Miss Art World South Dakota. Klaire currently teaches at Morningside University in Sioux City, IA, and has an extensive exhibition history throughout the Midwest. This will be Klaire’s first exhibition at the Dahl Arts Center. For More Information: Denise Du Broy Rapid City Arts Council 605.394.4101 x2 denise@thedahl.org The mission of the Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. RCAC manages the civically owned Dahl Arts Center and receives support from individual members and donors, the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts.  For Immediate Release: 8/1/2023
Rapid City Arts Council Announces An Out-of-This-World Experience in Art Alley RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council is pleased to announce Logan Beert as the artist awarded for the August “Art Alley: Conversation Ignitor” project to bring new outdoor murals to Art Alley in downtown Rapid City. This project is part of a generous grant awarded by the Change Network, a program of the Bush Foundation, celebrating uncommon voices in the rich history of the Black Hills. Logan Beert is a Black Hills creative. He assisted in painting a mural in the Student Success Center at Central High School and is working towards a minor in Art Education at Black Hills State University. Beert uses art to explore what is outside the norm. His submission features an alien, an apatosaurus humanoid, a skeleton fairy, a fashionable astronaut, and some fuzzy characters all standing at a bus stop. He says, “This mural gives people who are outside ‘the norm’ a chance to reflect on their differences." The large-scale piece in Art Alley leaves space for onlookers to become part of the mural and stand among the humanoid characters. As people place themselves among the characters in this mural, they become a part of the story. Beert says, “People can now relate to people they may not have known before." A reception for Beert will be in Art Alley during the Downtown Art Walk on August 4, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. For more information or to apply to be a part of the mural project, please visit the Art Alley website or contact the Rapid City Arts Council at marketing@thedahl.org. WHAT: Art Alley Muralist Announcement ARTIST RECEPTION: Friday, August 4 | 5-8 pm COST: Free WHERE: Art Alley, Downtown Rapid City WHY: Bringing ART + PEOPLE together CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council maggie.wince@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5 The mission of the Rapid CityArts Council (RCAC) is to champion inclusive, innovative, and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. RCAC manages the civically owned Dahl Arts Center and receives support from individual members and donors, the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, South Dakota Community Foundation, and the National Endowment for the Arts.  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 31, 2023
New Destinations Announced for Free Downtown Art Walk, August 4th in Rapid City RAPID CITY, SD – The Rapid City Arts Council announces First Friday Downtown Art Walk on Friday, August 4 from 5–8 PM. This recurring community event in Downtown Rapid City started in June and continues on the first Friday of every month through September. Downtown Art Walk happens throughout the downtown area. In this self-guided art experience, participants will explore interactive creative activities at each of the destinations they stop at along the way. From live music to workshops and painting – it’s an event the public will not want to miss. There are now 19 participating businesses, galleries, and cultural venues on this year’s Art Walk. They include Alex Johnson Mercantile, Art Alley, Art House,, Black Hills Vinyl, Canvas 2 Paint, Celtic Connections, Dakota Drum Co., Dandelion Bouquet, Dahl Arts Center, Elements of South Dakota, Garbage Tale Vintage, Melissa Wood Art Gallery, Pure Fox, Suzie Cappa Art Center, Tusweca Gallery, and Ugly Graffiti. Newly added: B Sharp Cut Co., Firehouse Brewing, and The Coupe. Each of the 19 destinations will offer interactive activities on August 4. Examples of the special activities include: ● Art Alley: Community mural painting; “Ignitor” reception with muralist Logan Beert ● Black Hills Vinyl: Dye your own disc with Black Hills Disc Golf ● Dahl Arts Center: Meet and greet with artists Susan Turnbull and Susan Drey ● Suzie Cappa Art Center: Live demonstration with Mark Zimmerman, BOGO art sale ● Pure Fox: Permanent Jewelry with Valiant Vice ● Canvas 2 Paint: Planted Soap Cutting Pop-up ● The Coupe: Jeremy Quick Trio ● Garbage Tale Vintage: 13th Seat Herbal Project Pop-up Painting with Natural Inks ● Celtic Connections: Mike Lemay & Enya Wallace Live Music First Friday Downtown Art Walks is a recurring community event presented by the Rapid City Arts Council and is proudly sponsored by Print Mark-et, Black Hills Vinyl, and Canvas 2 Paint. For more information or to become a participating artist or destination, please visit our website or contact the Rapid City Arts Council at marketing@thedahl.org. Contact the businesses for information about their events. ### CONTACT: Maggie Jean Wince Marketing Director Rapid City Arts Council marketing@thedahl.org 605.394.4101 x5  For Immediate Release: 07.28.23
Celebration of Light: The 28th Annual Members’ Exhibition by the Northern Plains Watercolor Society EXHIBIT DATES: 08.25.23 – 10.21.23 ARTISTS’ RECEPTION:August 25, 5-7pm | Artists’ Critique 3:30pm WHERE: Inez & Milton Shaver Gallery and Lobby GalleryDahl Arts Center WHY: Bringing ART + PEOPLE together The Rapid City Arts Council (RCAC) will host the Members’ 28th Annual Celebration of Light Exhibition for the Northern Plains Watercolor Society (NPWS) from August 25 to October 21 in the Inez & Milton ShaverGallery and Lobby Gallery at the Dahl Arts Center. A reception will be held on Friday, August 25 from 5 - 7pm. Approximately 50 new watercolor pieces will showcase a cross-section of works created by over 30 NPWSmembers. Artist Steve Kleier will judge the works this year. Kleier will offer a critique of the pieces from 3:30 to 5:00 in the John T. Vucurevich Event Center on August 25 followed by the announcement of artist awards and a reception. Kleier received his Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Montana State University in Bozeman, MT. He has worked for numerous clients such as Nike, Tektronix, and Microsoft. He has been juried into several national exhibitions. |
The Rapid City Arts Council staff and Board of Directors thanks the City of Rapid City for continuously supporting our mission and the arts. The generosity of our many volunteers, donors, and members drives our mission to champion inclusive, innovative and inspiring arts opportunities to enrich the communities we serve. Additional support comes from the South Dakota Community Foundation, Black Hills Community Foundation, and the South Dakota Arts Council with funds from the State of South Dakota through the Department of Tourism and the National Endowment for the Arts. Special thanks to our events sponsor, Bierschbach Equipment. The Dahl Arts Center is a municipal facility of the City of Rapid City and is managed by the Rapid City Arts Council on behalf of the Rapid City community.