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DocuSign Envelope ID:OA47CF05-5273-4BB2-BC6B-7213ED83973C <br /> Project End Date (no November 26, 2019 <br /> later than June 30, <br /> 2020) <br /> Project/Program LEVEL retreat would like to welcome world-renowned photographer <br /> Summary Tod Seelie as an artist-in-residence. We are applying for an Artist <br /> Project Grant to cover logistical expenses and financial support while <br /> Tod works on his next book, "American Wild". During his stay, Tod <br /> and LEVEL will collaborate with local partners to provide several <br /> inspirational opportunities for our community: a "Live Event <br /> Photography" class; a pop-up gallery show; and a panel discussion <br /> between Tod and local photographers. <br /> RESIDENCY WORK <br /> LEVEL will provide facilities for Tod to compile and edit photographs <br /> for his next publication, "American Wild". This photo book widens <br /> Tod's scope, expanding his focus coast to coast and showcasing the <br /> unexpected sides of our country. He will spend most of his residency <br /> living and working at LEVEL retreat. Tod will also spend time <br /> traversing Orange County, photo documenting whatever obscure <br /> places and fascinating people he encounters. <br /> LIVE EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS <br /> With support from The ArtsCenter in Carrboro, Tod will prepare and <br /> lead a "Live Event Photography" class spanning two weekends. <br /> During the first weekend, Tod will teach his students everything from <br /> angles to lighting to camera choice to handling the unexpected. <br /> Over the following week, his students will be "on assignment", <br /> tasked with shooting a local live event. We have the full support of <br /> the Cat's Cradle*, which will provide press passes to students <br /> allowing them to attend and shoot a performance of their choosing. <br /> The students will return to The ArtsCenter for a follow-up class and <br /> critique with Tod. The class will be modestly priced, with proceeds <br /> split 50/50 between Tod and The ArtsCenter. <br /> POP-UP GALLERY SHOW <br /> LEVEL strives to foster inspirational relationships between local and <br /> visiting artists. To that end, we will present a selection of Tod's <br /> photographs during a free pop-up gallery show at 109 E. Franklin St. <br /> The show will coincide with the Second Friday arts walk in November, <br /> 2019. We will collaborate with Susan Brown* and the Downtown <br /> Partnership for promotional support and Tod will be onsite to meet <br /> with visitors. Copies of his book "Bright Nights" will be available for <br /> purchase and signing. <br /> PANEL DISCUSSION <br />