AIA Project & Web Site Sponsorship:
Aging in America-
Our Heritage of Wisdom
a
series of thirty-six pencil drawings by artist jim branscum
AIA Project & Web Site
Sponsorship:
Subjects Covered on this Page:
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Note From
the Artist: During the Renaissance, artists were supported by a patron, the Church, State/Monarch, or wealthy merchants. The patron would support the artist and his apprentices with great commissions that are today considered national treasures. Today, it is possible for an artist to submit applications for grants to the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA); however, I have never applied for a NEA grant nor would I even know how to begin the application process. (For background information on my art career, go to About the Artist) The Aging in America project is funded by individuals, companies and organizations who agree that we must change our collective attitudes concerning older Americans. The sponsors of the original drawings have allowed me to maintain control of the work for ongoing exhibitions throughout the nation (see exhibitions_and_uses_of_project.htm). The original drawings are also reproduced as limited edition reproductions (commonly referred to as prints). The "prints" serve a number of purposes. The prints make it economically feasible to spend the long hours required to produce the original drawings. They also allow greater exposure for each drawing by making it possible for more people to possess the art work at a small fraction of the fees of the original drawings. The "prints" allow all to join in the support of the AIA project. Without the income generated from these "prints", this project would not be possible. In all its forms this drawing series is created to educate the general public and elected officials through the images of models selected from across the nation. Focusing on a few bit representing all, the drawings depict the humanity and dignity of older Americans while drawing attention to the positive contributions of this segment of American society. To say the least, without my sponsors, these images would not have been created nor would the Legislative, public and school exhibitions have been held. This is a major undertaking which consumes all my energy, skills and time to produce and exhibit. Art is like a signpost meant to guide the mind of the viewer to the destination, the reality which lies beyond. In a general sense, the art work is not the message, it is the messenger. The merit of this drawing series is in its demonstrated ability to increase public awareness of the humanity and dignity of all older Americans and to bring their concerns to the general public and Legislators throughout the nation; however, as with any major art project, it can not be accomplished without patrons, the sponsors of the project and this web site. In this regard, you are invited to participate with me in the creation and exposure of the only national art project in America dedicated to honoring America's aging citizens and bringing their concerns to public attention. Your participation will serve to educate elected officials, the general public and students in an ongoing effort to change public and private attitudes toward this segment of society. If you feel, as I do, that this project is worthy of support, you are invited to become a 'Sponsor." If sponsorship is not a viable option, you may select one or more individual prints. In either case, tell your friends and your elected officials to take a look at this web site. Your support on all levels will insure the continuation of the production and exposure of this project. Thank You,
Jim Branscum, Artist
Original Art: The completed Aging in America- Our Heritage of Wisdom project will consist of thirty-six, museum quality pencil drawings of America's older citizens accompanied by a brief historical commentary of each subject written by the artist as each drawing is completed. Most of the subjects depicted in this series are 80 years old or older and are selected with consideration for diversity of occupation, gender, socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds. The series of thirty-six pencil drawings will contain the following:
Twelve (12) pencil drawings
17'' X 23'' with
fully rendered foreground, subject and background; NOTE: All original drawings for the series were all commissioned soon after the first public announcement of the project's creation; however, two of the 11'' X 17'' drawings are available on the secondary market. For further information on these two drawings, contact the artist, Jim Branscum, at jimbran@aginginamerica.com
Reproductive Art: To maximize public exposure of the Aging in America project and to reward the project's sponsors, collectable art works will be produced utilizing fine art reproductions of the original drawings as follows: Limited/Edition Signed & Numbered Prints: (offset reproductions) The limited edition prints are
created with the reproduction standards listed below and are individually signed with the
artist's signature, title and are numbered 1/300, 2/300, 3/300,
etc. Signed Only (S/O) Prints: (offset reproductions) An affordable Signed/Only print edition has been created to satisfy a growing interest in support for the AIA project. The S/O prints are created with the same reproduction standards listed for the production of the S/N "prints," but have the title, artist's signature and are marked S/O.
Books: At the completion of the series, the original drawings will be published in book form. As with the prints listed above, the book will be published in two editions; a leather-bound collector's edition (Signed & Numbered, Limited/Edition of 300 + 30 Artist Proofs) and in a soft-cover edition. Both book editions will include reduced images of all Aging in America original drawings and historical commentaries on each of the models included in the series. In addition, the books will include information on health and other issues of concern to older Americans.
Leather-Bound Edition:
Soft-Cover Edition:
Benefits: The sponsors of the Aging in America project are ultimately responsible for the attainment of its goals to honor our living heritage and educate Legislators and the public of elder concerns. In appreciation for their support, sponsors of the AIA project will receive the following:
Sponsorship Fee: Sponsors are individuals, companies, or organizations who contribute $3500 to the production and exposure of the Aging in America project. Shipping Included. S/O Print Fees: Signed/Only reproductions of all
original drawings are individually available for each $125* contribution.
The decision to accept commercial sponsorship has not been finalized; therefore; no fees have been determined for web site sponsorship at this time. If you represent a benevolent organization dealing with the concerns of older Americans and wish a link to your site, contact artist or the AIA project's business manager, Gerry Baker, at the addresses listed below. All sponsorship and individual print funds are managed by Gerry Baker, one of the project's first Original Sponsors, and a successful Michigan business leader. (see AIA Sponsors)
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