Helen Catherine Hardwicke is an American film director, production designer, and screenwriter. Her directorial work includes Thirteen, which she co-wrote with Nikki Reed, the film’s co-star, Lords of Dogtown, The Nativity Story, Twilight, Red Riding Hood, Plush, Miss You Already, Miss Bala, and Prisoner’s Daughter. (info from Wikipedia)
Love Venice? Watch Lords of Dogtown! Lords of Dogtown is a 2005 American biographical drama film directed by Catherine Hardwicke and written by Stacy Peralta. The film follows a group of young skateboarders in Santa Monica, California during the 70s. (info from Wikipedia)
Let’s celebrate. View March 16 Legendary Women of Artist Awards event details below!
Legendary Women Artist of Venice Awards
2023 Year of Strength
The Venice Art Crawl is pleased to announce that the 2023 Legendary Women Artists of Venice Award will be presented to film director Catherine Hardwicke, along with fine artist Sandy Bleifer and photographer Edizen Stowell. The award will take place at the Gall3ry, 1234 Abbot Kinney Blvd. Nominations are open for the Emerging Artist Award, to be presented the same night.
General Admission
Guests will be treated to a Legendary Women Artists of Venice NFT show, open bar, passed hors d’oeuvres, live musical performances, art activations, silent auction, raffle, and an opportunity to meet and congratulate legendary women artists and this year’s honorees. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
VIP
Guests will be treated to an Opening Cocktail Reception @ Art Unified featuring a live musical performace by Jackie Rain from Moonlight Studios, open bar, hors d’oeuvres, 3 raffle tickets, and a very special VAC swag bag. Doors open at 5:30 PM.
About
The Legendary Women Artists of Venice Award was established in honor of Women’s History Month. The awards recognize the contribution of women to the arts and their profound impact on society. The awards are presented by the Venice Art Crawl and Venice Chamber of Commerce.
Legendary Women Artists of Venice recipients meet rigorous criteria of considerable accomplishment and contribution to the Arts and Venice Beach community — each one has over 10 years of experience represented by their professional efforts, work, vision, and commitment. The award anticipates a lifetime of achievement for its recipients and the building of a new sisterhood in the Arts.
To nominate an Emerging Artist please visit – https://www.formpl.us/form/4942894576304128
Equity, Inclusion & Parity aren’t just buzzwords or requirements for corporate hires. Art is an expression of the outer world. How are we storytelling and who’s controlling the narrative? It’s time to listen to the comprehensive experiences of our shared world, through art.
Legendary Women Artists of Venice Recipients meet the rigorous criteria of considerable achievement and contribution to the Arts and Venice Beach community – each one has over 10 years of experience represented by their professional efforts, work, vision, and commitment. The award anticipates a lifetime of achievement for its recipients and the building of a new sisterhood in the arts.
PREVIOUS AWARDEES: 2018 Judy Baca, Lucy Walker, Jules Muck, Joelle Dumas, Jean Edelstein, Meryl Leibowitz, Starfighter 2020 MB Boissonault, Ruth Chase, Robin Murez 2022 Isabel Lago, Megan Raney Aarons, Misty Srichandr
Funds raised at this event will help us continue the preservation of the arts in Venice. Patrons and sponsors will be given VIP Access to the Legendary Women Artists of Venice Awards and be highlighted in current & future events celebrating the Venice Art Crawl. The Emerging Artist Recipient will receive a cash award along with recognition.
Space is limited; get your Ticket Now!
View photos from last year’s 2022 event below!
Jill Morley, Edizen Stowell, Catherine Hardwicke, NIkki Reed at the 2008 Other Venice Film Festival
View photos from last year’s 2022 event!
