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2010 Annual ReportPRODUCED BY CULTURAL FESTIVALS
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04 Organizational Landscape
05 Chairman’s Message
06 T imeline
THE ORGANIZATION THE PROGRAMS THE SUPPORT
08 NEA Big Read Init iative
10 Jurying
11 A Par ty that Matters
12 Sponsors’ Breakfast
13 Ar t on the Boulevard
14 Ar t Fai r Kick Off
16 17th Annual Saint Louis Ar t Fai r
25 Yappy Hour
26 5th Annual Big Read Festival
36 Financial
38 Staff/ Interns
44 Community Leaders
46 Looking Ahead
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SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR
A three day festival that creates access to a broad array
of visual and per forming arts experiences, nurtures the
development and understanding of those art forms, and
expands the depth and breadth of cultural l ife in the St.
Louis Area.
CULTURAL FESTIVALS LANDSCAPE
The mission of Cultural Festivals is to present high
quality cultural arts experiences to all in easy access
environments. The mission is fulfi l led through two annual
events, the Saint Louis Art Fair and the Big Read Festival.
BIG READ FESTIVAL
A one-day event that celebrates the joy of reading
as a community activity through author “meet and
greets,” innovative workshops, children’s literary activities,
entertaining per formances, and the building of relation-
ships with local schools, non-profit organizations,
businesses and libraries.
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At Cultural Festivals, there’s a fresh energy in the air! Great and enduring organizations continually
update their image, constantly innovate and persistently renew commitments with critically important
constituencies. There is no doubt that in 2010, Cultural Festivals proudly made advancements on all of
these fronts resulting in increased invigoration and strengthened momentum towards a promising future.
SO WHAT’S DIFFERENT?
THE ORGANIZATION THE PROGRAMS THE SUPPORT
DAVID SMITH,CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
Cultural Festivals initiated its engagement in social
media, developed new & more efficient advertising
strategies, and engaged new audiences in a deep
way with the inauguration of the “Emerging Artists as
Entrepreneurs” program.
Cultural Festivals elevated its integrity with a new,
open jury process and enhanced the brand image
of each of its events with improved graphics &
messaging packages that are now benchmarks for
other organizations to follow.
Cultural Festivals not only renewed its commitment
to sponsors as partners, but also engaged in new
partner events, developing new relationships,
increasing the organization’s awareness and
ultimately contributing toward the organization’s
sustainability. And that’s only part of it!
Cultural Festivals once again produced one of the
highest quality art shows in the nation, continued
evolving the Big Read Festival and made
measurable progress in strengthening its overall
f inancial position. And looking toward the future,
Cultural Festivals engaged its Board in developing
a new, long term Strategic Plan.
It takes a lot to be “the best” and it takes even
more to maintain that position. The team we have
in place at Cultural Festivals strives to be the best
today, and strives to be even better tomorrow.
And it shows.
It is therefore with great pride, on behalf of the
entire Board of Directors, that I congratulate
Cindy, the staff, the interns and all other
contributors for making 2010 a truly terrif ic year.
There is indeed a fresh energy in the air!
Congratulations,
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MARCH 19, 20, 21
Jurying Process
FEBRUARY
NEA Big Read Initiative
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
MAY 26
Emily Giffin Event
HISTORY
The Saint Louis Art Fair was founded in 1994
by local businesses and civic leaders with the
hope of providing the public with the unique
opportunity to interact with professional artists
and become more aware of the visual and
per forming arts.
2010 CULTURAL FESTIVALS TIMELINE
Over the last 17 years the Saint Louis Art
Fair has collaborated with over 120 non-profit
arts organizations, provided over $150,000
to non-profit concession partners, uti l ized
over 16,000 volunteers, employed over 500
per formers, and provided exhibit space for
over 2400 artists.
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JULY 28
Art on the Boulevard
JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
THE ORGANIZATION THE PROGRAMS THE SUPPORT
OCTOBER 8
Yappy Hour Big Read Kick Off
OCTOBER 9
Big Read Festival
JULY 20
Sponsors’ Breakfast
AUGUST 17
Kick Off Party
SEPTEMBER 10-12
Saint Louis Art Fair
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CULTURAL FESTIVALS AND THE BIG READ INITIATIVE
Cultural Festivals was the recipient of National Endowment
for the Art’s Big Read Initiative grant program and
consequently became a part of the national campaign
to combat i l l iteracy and to encourage the reading of the
American classics.
THE GOALTo encourage adults and children
alike in St. Louis to read The
Adventures of Tom Sawyer.
OUR METHODTo generate unique partnerships and
build dynamic programs around Mark
Twain and his beloved story.
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
NEA Big Read
Initiative
Jurying Process Emily Giffin
Highlights Include
PARTICIPANTS
in the event program overall.
COPIES OF THE ADVENTURES
OF TOM SAWYER
purchased by Cultural Festivals and
distributed, at no charge, to the
general public.
110,000 2300+ 30+ PARTNERSHIPS
with Nonprofits, For Profits,
and Schools.
THEATER. The Uppity Theater Company per forms their original play, The Assorted Short Adventures of Tom, Huck, and Becky, as part of the Big Read Initiative.
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JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Art Fair Kick Off Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
SCHOOLS
incorporated The Adventures of Tom
Sawyer into their curriculum as a result
of this initiative.
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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
including Keynote Speaker, Cindy
Lovell, Executive Director of the
Mark Twain in Boyhood Home
and Museum in Hannibal, MO.
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BOOK DISCUSSIONS
hosted by schools, local l ibraries,
and retail partners.
STORYTIME. Students from the Rohan Woods School l isten to a story while participating in the Big Read Initiative.
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Increased
the number of jurors from three to five.
Created
a juror position that represents the local collector
and buyer.
Opened
a portion of the jury process
to the general public.
THE JURY PROCESS
Cultural Festivals made three significant changes
to the Saint Louis Art Fair jury process this year.
A great and unusual opportunity for artists to
network with each other.
A fresh new perspective on the art that is ultimately
selected for exhibition in September.
The public’s, specifically the artists’, understanding
of the SLAF jury process and the degree of
competition that it involves.
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The Changes The Results
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
NEA Big Read
Initiative
Jury Process Emily Giffin
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A PARTY THAT MATTERSwith Author, Emily Giffin
2010 was a year of unique partnerships for Cultural
Festivals and the Big Read. Saks Fifth Avenue and Cultural
Festivals hosted author Emily Giffin for the St. Louis
launch of her latest novel, Heart of the Matter.
Financial contributions
to Cultural Festivals from
Saks Fifth Avenue and
individual attendees.
Greater recognition
of the CF brand and the Big Read Festival.
The event boasted:
ATTENDEES
375+
JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Art Fair Kick Off Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
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SPONSORS’ BREAKFAST
Sponsors of the 2010 Saint Louis Art Fair were honored
by Cultural Festivals at the second annual Sponsors’
Breakfast, hosted by L’Ecole Culinaire.
Our Goals: Our Outcome:
SPONSORSATTENDED
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company’s logo on canvas ti les,
capturing the spirit of the Art Fair.
The Sponsor Mosaic was displayed
proudly in the VIP Hospitality Suite
during the weekend of the Art Fair.
To thank sponsors
for their continued support
of the Saint Louis Art Fair
To acquaint sponsors
with the Cultural Festival staff and interns
To provide
an enjoyable and relaxed networking
opportunity for all companies involved.
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
Jury Process Emily GiffinNEA Big Read
Initiative
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ART ON THE BOULEVARD
For one evening, The Boulevard in Brentwood
came alive with outdoor musical entertainment,
free drinks, and appetizers. 2010 Saint Louis Art Fair
exhibiting artists were positioned outside each retailer
and restaurant to sell their works and promote
the upcoming Art Fair.
Added Recognition
for the Saint Louis Art Fair brand.
More Collaboration Potential
with Boulevard retailers and Pace Properties.
Financial Contributions
from Pace Properties and select Boulevard retailers.
Art on the Boulevard Featured: Cultural Festivals Garnered:
ATTENDEES MISSOURI ARTISTS
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JUL AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Art Fair Kick Off Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
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ART FAIR KICK OFFA Wonderland of Art…the Beginning…
Hosted at the St. Louis Artists’ Guild, the Saint Louis Art Fair
Kick Off Celebration allowed artists, sponsors, volunteers,
and supporters alike to get a glimpse of the Art Fair’s
attractions as Cultural Festivals staff modeled featured
artwork in their “Art on the Runway” fashion show. The
event also allowed attendees to witness the unveiling
of the 2010 Saint Louis Art Fair Commemorative Print,
Prelude, by photographer, Doug Cavanah.
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
The Big Read
Initiative
Jury Process Emily Giffin
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AUG SEPT OCT NOV DEC
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Art Fair Kick Off Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
JUL
Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
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The Saint Louis Art Fair was founded to inspire enthusiasm and a
sense of community through art. Our mission is realized through
free cultural events and programming that relies on non-profit
partnership, an extensive volunteer program, and generous
corporate support.
The Big Read
Initiative
Jurying Process Emily Giffin
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Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
Art Fair Kick Off
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
SEPTEMBER 10-12, 2010
SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR
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Race
Caucasian 88%
Asian 3%
Hispanic 6%
African American 3%
AUDIENCE DEMOGRAPHICS
The Saint Louis Art Fair attracts an annual audience of
approximately 150,000 guests. Below is the demographic
make up of this year’s fair.
Household IncomeHighest Level of Education Completed
30K—60K 14%
60K—90K 21%
Over 90K 65%
Post Graduate 45%
Undergraduate 45%
High School 10%
Gender
Female 54%
Male 46%
Age
36–49 33%
Over 50 47%
21-35 14%
Under 21 6%
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ARTISTS
181 Artists from all of the United States and
Canada exhibited at the 2010 Saint Louis Art Fair.
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ACTIVITIESArt Studio and Creative Castle
Being a spectator at the Saint Louis Art Fair is not the only
option. Many come to try their hand in a specific medium
and create something special from the simplest of materials.
Adults and children became the artists in the Saint Louis
Art Fair’s Art Studio and Creative Castle. CF’s nonprofit
partners operate and staff creative, hands-on activities
throughout the weekend including:
In addition to the 847 volunteers that supported
the 2010 Saint Louis Art Fair, Cultural Festivals also
partnered with numerous nonprofit organizations
who operate and staff concession booths
throughout the weekend.
Creative Castle Art Studio Overall Community Partners
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES ADULT CRAFTS VOLUNTEERS
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Creative Castle is presented by Art Studio is presented by
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Presented by
PERFORMANCES
In addition to the spectacular lineup of visual art for the
2010 Art Fair, CF arranged a diverse schedule of performing
artists to entertain throughout the weekend.
Highlights
25+GROUPS AND SOLO ARTISTS
graced the Main, Forsyth, and
Per forming Arts stages during
the Art Fair.
THE ORGANIZATION THE PROGRAMS THE SUPPORT
Melissa Neels and her band per formed on the Art Fair’s Main Stage.
Local musician, Lamar Harris, and his band graced the Forsyth Stage.
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EMERGING ARTISTS AS ENTREPRENEURS
From the “Student Mentee Program” evolved the Emerging
Artists as Entrepreneurs Program at the 2010 Art Fair.
A series of educational seminars were developed to teach
student artists about the “business” of being a professional,
full-time artist.
Presented by
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William T. Kemper Foundation/ Commerce
Bank Trustee
Official Courier
Art Studio & Creative Castle Sponsor
Official Vehicle
Official Wine
Volunteer Corps Sponsor
Official Sponsor
Official Media
Information BoothSponsor
Official Hotel
Emerging Artists as Entrepreneur Sponsor
Patron Sponsor
Official Florist
Commemorative Cup Sponsor
Official Media
Official Television
Official Media
Official Media
Official Media
Official Landscaper
Art Studio Sponsor
Official Soft Drink & Water
Artist Relations Sponsors
Official BeerArts in Action Sponsor
Founding & Main Stage Sponsor
Enterprise HoldingsFoundation
THANK YOU2010 DONORS & SPONSORS
2010 SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR
Official Media
Official Media
Peforming Arts Village Sponsor
Official Television
Official Media
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Sponsors
SAINT LOUIS ART FAIR SPONSORS
have continued their support of the
Saint Louis Art Fair since its inception
in 1994.
15+SPONSORS
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The mission of the Big Read Festival is to promote literacy in a
unique and artistic fashion to the St. Louis community. This is
done by gathering authors from around the country to discuss
their written works and by developing educational programs
that promote reading as a fun and interactive activity and
writing as a creative outlet. The Big Read Festival partners with
local schools, organizations, l ibraries, and businesses to develop
innovative literacy workshops, and encourage the practice of
reading to the general public.
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OCTOBER 9, 2010
BIG READFESTIVAL
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YAPPY HOUR – A BIG READ KICKOFF
For the first time, St. Louis area residents kicked off the Big
Read with not only their neighbors and friends, but with
man’s best friend as well…
Highlights
100+DOGS
l ined North Central Avenue in Clayton,
MO, on the eve of the Big Read to
greet Presidential dog trainer and
author of The Love That Dog Training
Program, Dawn Sylvia-Stasiewicz.
Central Avenue Restaurants
extended their service outdoors.
A Doggie Fashion Show and Giveaways
organized by Lola & Penelope’s Pet Boutique.
A Fundraising campaign
benefiting the Clayton Century Foundation.
JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN
Jury Process Emily GiffinNEA Big Read
Initiative
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SEPT OCT NOV DEC
Saint Louis
Art Fair
Yappy Hour
Big Read Festival
JUL
Sponsors’ Breakfast
Art on the Boulevard
AUG
Art Fair Kick Off
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Gender
21% Male
79% Female
Race
11% High School
51% College
38% Post-Graduate
Education
1% Native American
1% Other
5% Asian
1% Hispanic
84% Caucasian
8% African American
Household income
41% Over $90,000
31% $60,000-89,000
19% $30,000—59,000
9% Under #30,000
AUDIENCE DEMOGRAPHICS
The Big Read Festival attracts an annual audience of
approximately 4,000 guests. Below is the demographic
make up of this year’s fair.
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AUTHORS
The authors were the main attraction at the 2010 Big Read
Festival – with newly represented genres l ike mystery and
thril lers, tween-focused literature, and even a “how-to”
training guide for your dog from the White House pet
trainer herself.
The culinary arts were likewise supported thanks to
cooking demonstrations, hosted by Portabella Restaurant,
that celebrated the latest and greatest cookbooks on the
market.
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CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIESKids Big Corner
The 2010 Big Read was a wonderland of fun for children
of all ages. The Peabody Energy Kids Big Corner is an
“imagination station” for the budding reader in every
child. Led by our nonprofit partners and volunteers,
children learn about l iterature through hands-on
activities in the Kids Big Corner.
Activities included:
Creating “Huckleberry” Book Sacks
Developing Journaling Skil ls
Making Literary Character Puppets
Decorating Your Own Bookmark
5825+WORKSHOPS KID’S BIG CORNER
ACTIVITIES
AUTHORS
Presented by
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PERFORMANCE STAGE
The children’s per formance stage never ceased
with activity. From your favorite storybook characters to
l iterary competitions to a live interpretation of a beloved
book series, the Big Read Per formance stage was alive
with activity.
THE ORGANIZATION THE PROGRAMS THE SUPPORT
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A scene from Modern American Dance Company’s “Books in Motion” per formance of Brandon Mull’s Fablehaven.
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WORKSHOPS
As part of our “Emerging Artists as Entrepreneurs”
program, we tailored our l iterary workshop series
around the encouragement and cultivation of the
community’s “writers-to-be.”
Local restaurant, The Crossing, hosted this series and
offered our patrons rest, relaxation, a full menu, and
a quiet, intimate setting to discuss their ideas.
Topics included: Community Integration:
Workshops were
sponsored by
Writing with Humor
Writing about History
Publishing Your Own Work
Writing about Science Fiction
Making the Most of Your e-Reader
Pitchapalooza: Creating the Per fect Book Pitch
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BIG WRITE COMPETITIONIt All Began When I Got That Text Message…
Over 450 entries came in for the annual Big Write
Youth Competition. Students in grades 4-8 from more
than 12 states (and Chile) submitted original stories.
Twelve winners and finalists were honored at the award
ceremony at the 2010 Big Read and read their stories to
a live audience.
The Big Write was
sponsored by
Highlights
450+ 12+ 12ENTRIES STATES
represented with
additional entrants
from Chile.
WINNERS
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supported the 2010 Big Read
Festival, with numerous returning
due to successful support in previous
years. Each sponsor was provided
a sponsorship recap report for the
2010 year to share the effects of their
support for this event. This year’s
sponsors included:
Official Courier
Arthur and Helen Bear Foundation
Emerging Artists as Entrepreneur Sponsor
Official MediaOfficial Media
Thank You2010 Donors & Sponsors
2010 BIG READ FESTIVAL
Official Media Official Media
New York Times
Sponsor Sponsor Sponsor Sponsor
Sponsor Sponsor SponsorSponsor SponsorSponsor
Special Thanks
Big Write Sponsor
Big Write SponsorOfficial BooksellerOfficial Bookseller
SponsorFounding Sponsor Founding Sponsor
Official Television Official TelevisionVolunteer Corps Kids’ Aurthor Tent
Kids’ Big Corner Maryville University Author Tent
Nestle Purina Author Tent
BIG READ SPONSORS
Highlights
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Concession Sales 10%
Corporate Cash 19%
Foundation Cash 7%
Individual Cash 1%
Entry/Registration Fee 4.5%
Government Grants 4.5%
Merchandise Revenue 1%
Miscellaneous Revenue .5%
Rental Income 14%
In Kind Sponsorship 37.5%
WHERE WE GET OUR MONEY
Administration (Includes Salaries) 27%
Operations & Programming 30%
Advertising & Marketing 43%
HOW WE SPEND OUR MONEY
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
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Concession Sales 10%
Corporate Cash 19%
Foundation Cash 7%
Individual Cash 1%
Entry/Registration Fee 4.5%
Government Grants 4.5%
Merchandise Revenue 1%
Miscellaneous Revenue .5%
Rental Income 14%
In Kind Sponsorship 37.5% LOOKING AHEAD
Our focus for the future includes:
Seeking more small-scale event opportunities
that wil l round out a full cultural calendar year.
Building new and nontraditional relationships with
businesses to produce these events through sponsorship
and collaboration.
Developing our educational programming, especially the
Emerging Artists as Entrepreneurs program.
Expanding our outreach through an extensive
social media program.
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STAFF
The Cultural Festivals agenda is planned and
promoted by a dedicated staff of 5 as well
as an innovative and intensive summer
internship program. Interns are assigned a
specific area of responsibil ity for the Saint
Louis Art Fair and Big Read based on their
background and skil l set, whether it be
development, production, graphic design,
volunteer coordination or more.
Each intern emerges from the program with
a substantive contribution to the events
and the knowledge that they have made
their own impression on the Fair.
Cindy LerickExecutive Director & President
Ashley Carlson
Production Intern
Laura MillerDirector of Operations & Programming
Zoe HillenmeyerVolunteer and Production Coordinator
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Ashley Carlson
Production Intern
Laura MillerDirector of Operations & Programming
Erin VlasatySpecial Events Coordinator
Bruce SchwerdtSocial Media & IT Coordinator
Graphic Design & Social Media Intern
De Andrea NicholsOnline Marketing & Graphic Design Coordinator;
Erica VirginGraphic Design Intern
Grace LoweDevelopment Intern
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I’m a senior majoring in graphic
design at Maryvil le University.
While interning at Cultural
Festivals I created a cohesive
design theme for the Saint Louis
Art Fair and the Big Read Festival.
For the Art Fair, I created
the layout for the 2010 Com-
memorative Print, designed the
t-shirts, posters, badges, and
Shortly after the 2010 Art Fair, I
accepted a full time position as
the Marketing Manager for Free-
man’s Auctioneers & Appraisers
in Philadelphia. The work is good;
however it is certainly a change
working primarily with buyers and
sellers instead of artists. Though
it has been a shift I f ind the work
both challenging and stimulating.
I am a junior at Southeast
Missouri State University, majoring
in Public Relations. As I enjoy
planning events, I was attracted
to a production opportunity
with the Saint Louis Art Fair. As
production intern, I met with
representatives from the City
of Clayton, potential per formers
and prospective committee
chairs. I booked a majority of the
stage banners. I also worked
with the artists to incorporate
their work into my designs. I also
created a brochure for Big Read
and contributed to the Big Read
volunteer t-shirt design. To see
my work all around the Art Fair
was one of the most amazing
experiences! I couldn’t have
imagined a better internship!
Similar to my experience at CF,
I am working with great art and
great people.
per formers, negotiated payment,
and directly communicated with
them regarding their logistical
needs. For me, the highlight was
planning our “preview” event
at The Boulevard. I offered my
opinions and put them in motion.
I was not fi l ing papers and
getting coffee; I made important
decisions and experienced more
than I ever imagined.
Zoe HillenmeyerVolunteer and Production Coordinator
Ashley CarlsonProduction Intern
Erica VirginGraphic Design Intern
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I recently graduated from Butler
University with a B.S. in Arts
Administration, with a concen-
tration in music. Per my gradu-
ation requirement, I interned in
the development department
at Cultural Festivals. There I took
ownership on projects, contacted
potential and current sponsors,
planned a Sponsor Appreciation
My experience with Cultural
Festivals has been a dynamic
learning experience. After
deciding to return to St. Louis
to pursue entrepreneurship
and graduate school, I learned
about CF through fellow intern,
Zoe Hil lenmeyer. As graphic
designer and social media
intern, I was able to use my
talents and passions in numerous
ways, from designing all of the
signage for the Art Fair and Big
event, and even ran a staff meet-
ing. I learned what it takes to run
an arts nonprofit, and it meant so
much to me because I was invested
in the organization. I highly
recommend this internship to any
student seeking to immerse them-
selves in the arts community.
Read Festivals, to designing our
social media inter faces, and
facil itating the Emerging Artists
as Entrepreneurs program during
the Art Fair. Now, as the Online
Marketing and Graphic Design
Coordinator, I look forward to
using my knowledge in marketing
and communications design to
implement and strengthen the
Cultural Festivals branding and
marketing platforms.
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De Andrea NicholsGraphic Design & Social Media Intern;
Online Marketing & Graphic Design Coordinator
Grace LoweDevelopment Intern
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COMMITTEE CHAIRS AND VOLUNTEERS
The execution of the Saint Louis Art Fair and the Big Read
Festival would not be possible without an amazing, com-
mitted group of more than 1400 volunteers led by:
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
David Smith, Chairman
CEO, SmithInk
Dwight Erdbruegger, Treasurer
Senior Vice President,
Commerce Bank
Laura Haller, Secretary
Director of Interiors,
Wm. B. Ittner, Inc.
Nora Akerberg
Vice President Interiors, HOK
Gene Dobbs Bradford
Executive Director,
Jazz St. Louis
Christine Brzycki
Vice President, Medical
Management Operations,
Centene Corporation
Charlie Dooley
St. Louis County Executive
Gary Feder, Chair, Governance Committee
Partner, Husch, Blackwell,
Sanders, LLP
David Forth
Partner, James, Hutchison,
Forth & Snyder, PC
Ellen Gale
Executive Director,
Clayton Chamber
of Commerce
Joanne Gladney
St. Louis County Government
Linda Goldstein
Mayor, City of Clayton
Jason Hackmann
President, BryanMark
Financial Group
Jesse Hill
Director of Regulatory
Relations/Compliance,
Edward Jones
Kathy Conley Jones
Crane Agency
Carrie Kouri
Owner, eSpecial Needs
Marian Nunn, Chair, Strategic Planning
Craig Owens
City Manager, City of Clayton
Don Poling
Partner
Financial Management Partners
ART FAIR COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Art Studio
Cynthia Bil l ingsley
Rob Corbett
Laura Haller
Denise Wallhermfechtel
Artist Relations
David Forth
Scott Sarandis
Krista Schaub
Stacey Tull
Corge Umlauf
Sarah Umlauf
Arts in Action
Robin Hirsch
Christine Malinee
Kathy Reeves, Chair, Development Committee
Community Relations Manager
Enterprise Holdings
Susan Uchitelle
Sharmon Wilkinson
Director of Human Resources
School District of Clayton
Gary Wolff
President,
Wolff Shoe Company
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Auction
Karen Clerc
Lucy White
Cash Operations
Dwight Erdbruegger
Jim Stephenson
Concessions
Michael Battle
Mike Henderson
Wade Rose
Jim Slack
Ida Solano
Monica Stegman
Creative Castle
Kelly Diehl
Jada Fox
Emergency Services
Matt Jacobson
Brian Zinnani
Food Judging
Alison Fox
Guest Relations
Tammy Thompson
Jarretha Whitaker
Landscaping
Lee Ann Caffrey
Doug Wolter
Merchandise
Kate Bohnert
Saundra Bryan
Janice Denigan
Onsite Judging
Ann Gold
Susan Kronemer
Donna Thackrey
Dan Winkelman
Operations
Brett Fox
Ben Mohrmann
Dave Roser
Gary Scheipeter
Janey Brewen
Performance Coordination
Andre Brown
Beverly Hughes
Special Events
Mary Ann Goldberg
Cindy Whitney
Sharmon Wilkinson
Student Mentoring
Ron Fondaw
Sharron Pollack
Volunteer Coordination
Ann Mahoney
Brittany Perez
Toni Roser
Wine & Martini Service
Halcyone Brown
Drew Daniels
Chet Franklin
Carla Johnson
Karin Metzger
T ina Siebert
Carmen Pace-McFerren
BIG READ COMMITTEE CHAIRS
Costume Characters
Brooke Stewart
Emergency Services
Matt Jacobson
Brian Zinnani
Guest Relations
Janey Brewen
Maureen DiSalvo
Kids Big Corner
Lee Ann Caffrey
Doug Wolter
Operations
Dave Roser
Gary Scheipeter
Jim Slack
Program Coordination
Joni Karandjeff
Susan Kronemer
Karin Metzger
Christine Myrick
Kate Poss
Volunteer Coordination
Toni Roser
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