ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY ART IN THE GREEN MOUNTAINS

Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce P.O. Box 3 21 West Main St.
Wilmington, VT 05363
802-464-8092 info@visitvermont.com
http://www.visitvermont.com/

Press Release

Contact: Jim Follett
Phone: (802) 464-8092

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Environmentally Friendly Art in the Green Mountains

Wilmington, VT - Known for its’ scenic beauty, laid back residents, and home-made products, Vermont might not be the first state that comes to mind when thinking of an avant-garde art installation. The Vermonters of the Deerfield Valley hopes to change your thinking.

On extended exhibit on corners and lawns and churchyards, amidst the country charm of Southern Vermont, this display of eco-friendly art will be viewable this coming summer. The original sculptures are intended to be a celebration of all things Vermont. They will differ from past art projects because they are designed and created by local artists using recycled, found and new Vermont materials. The artists will have the freedom to design and chose their materials which will make each sculpture unique. At the end of the summer the sculptures will be auctioned to benefit charitable organizations. This past summers art project Bears in the Valley raised money for local charities.

“I’m delighted that we have this opportunity to call attention to the beauty and creativity of our little valley in a way that’s consistent with Vermont values,” said Laura Sibilia, Executive Director of the Mount Snow valley Chamber of commerce. “It’s a real plus that we can do so in a way that raises money for local nonprofits and shows off the talents of local artists,” she added.

The Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking Vermont artists to submit proposals. Approved artists will be given a $500 stipend and will have approximately 13 weeks to complete their sculpture.

The Mount Snow Valley of Vermont is 2½ hour drive from Boston and 3 ½ hours from New York City. Home of the Mount Snow Resort and the largest body of water landlocked within the sate. More information about the project and artists contracts is available on the web at http://www.vermonsters.org/ or by calling the Mount Snow Valley Chamber of Commerce at 802-464-8092.

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For more information and photographs please contact Jim Follett by e-mail at jim@visitvermont.com or by phone at 802-464-8092