From The Falls: Call for Artists In The Falls Art By Nature Exhibition Deadline June 4, 2010

Recently received this from our good friend Carl Hildebrand over at Metro 1 Properties. A very cool environmental art exhibition opportunity.

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LOCAL ARTISTS INVITED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FALLS’ “ART BY NATURE” EXHIBITION

Premier recycled art exhibition to shed light on the importance of recycling in association with ArtCenter South Florida

“Art By Nature,” a premier recycled art exhibition we will be holding at The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the United States.

Artists are invited to submit sketches of proposed outdoor sculptures, figures and monuments created with recyclable materials such as aluminum, glass, plastic bottles and more.

Please click here for information on how to take part in The Falls’ ‘Art By Nature’ event.

The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the United States, and ArtCenter South Florida are inviting artists to participate in “Art by Nature,” a juried art exhibition that will offer a way for artists to showcase their artistic talents using only recycled materials. This significant effort will shed light on the green movement and the importance of recycling.

Artists will submit sketches of proposed sculptures, figures and monuments created with recyclable materials such as aluminum, glass, plastic bottles and more, to depict how recycling is one of the best ways to have a positive impact on the world. A selection committee will choose the artists who will display their art works made of only recycled materials, illustrating the significance of recycling. The submission deadline for artists is Fri., June 4.

“The Falls, with its lush landscaped environment, is the perfect backdrop to showcase works of art that will inspire us all to do our part to save the planet,” said Dailen Rodriguez, director of mall marketing and business development at The Falls. “This effort exemplifies our commitment to the Miami community and allows us to further advance our go-green initiatives.”

The Falls’ “Art by Nature,” a premier recycled art exhibition, will be free and open to the public for viewing throughout the beautiful tropical landscape environment at The Falls from Thurs., Sept. 2 through Thurs., Sept. 30. A preview reception is planned for Thurs., Sept. 2, to benefit ArtCenter South Florida.

“We are excited to present this opportunity to the thriving artist community,” said Jeremy T. Chestler, executive director at ArtCenter South Florida. “We anticipate that many artists will be delighted to participate in an effort that is all about preserving our surroundings.”

To participate in The Falls’ “Art By Nature,” or to receive more event information, visit www.ShopTheFalls.com or call (305) 255-4571. For Sponsorship information, please contact Dailen Rodriguez at drodrigu@simon.com.

About The Falls
The Falls, located at U.S. 1 and S.W. 136th Street in Miami, is one of Florida’s largest open-air retail and entertainment destinations, featuring Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s, more than 95 stores, restaurants, cafés and Regal Cinemas. In addition to the anchor tenants, The Falls features recognized retailers including Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Ann Taylor Loft, Brooks Brothers, bebe, Coach, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Talbots, Banana Republic, Williams-Sonoma Grand Cuisine, Cache, Brookstone, Lucky Brand Jeans, Vera Bradley, Origins, Mayor’s Jewelers, White House/Black Market and many other fine specialty retailers. Dining selections include Los Ranchos Restaurant, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Bargello Bistro, Macy’s Taste Bar, TGIFriday’s and Johnny Rockets. For more information about The Falls, go to www.simon.com or call 305-255-4570.

About ArtCenter South Florida
The ArtCenter/ South Florida (ACSF), established in 1984, is an access point for artists, curators and visitors alike, whose mission is to advance the knowledge and practice of contemporary visual arts and culture in South Florida through education, exhibition and public outreach programming and to provide affordable work-space for outstanding visual artists in all stages of career development. Lincoln Road affords the ArtCenter and all of its programs a high level of visibility however; it is the community involvement and the integrity of ArtCenter’s programming that qualifies the ACSF as a major cultural institution.

About Simon Property Group
Simon Property Group, Inc. is an S&P 500 company and the largest real estate company in the U.S. The Company currently owns or has an interest in 382 properties comprising 261 million square feet of gross leasable area in North America, Europe and Asia. Simon Property Group is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and employs more than 5,000 people worldwide. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol SPG. For further information, visit the Simon Property Group website at www.simon.com.

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