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BILIANA VELKOVA (L) AND DANA LUCCOCK (R) Support for Emerging c a l l b o a r d | by Peggy Stortz "Life's most persistent and urgent for others?" --Martin question Luther is, King they need in their chosen careers. Here on the North Shore, the Judy Dennis Karchut helped finance his classes at the Julliard School of Music. This past year, the grant was again shared. Biliana Velkova has been able to further her technical skills in film editing, whereas Dana Luccock is completing her master's degree in Voice at the University of Toronto. The Judy Dennis Fund is an example of how the community, by donating to the fund, can partake in the philanthropic spirit of the North Shore while bridging the everincreasing gaps between the available community resources and individual needs. It is a gift that will continue to give forever. What are you doing Emerging Artists Training Fund is just one agency. Judy Dennis had a special interest in the What constitutes art? There is no societal agreement on this question. Why does the same piece of music move one person to dance and another to turn off the radio? Why do some people have paintings hanging in their living rooms that others wouldn't use to cover a hold in the side of the barn? And if art is creative expression and therefore so subjective, is it reasonable to make it a career? Are artists born or can anyone become an artist through study and hard work? Are those who make their living through the arts greater artists than those who do it for pleasure, for relaxation, or even self-discovery? The questions go on. Despite the lack of definitive answers, there are still many people who do strive to support themselves through their artistic pursuits. Traditionally, this has been a challenging path to take. Self-fulfillment may be great, but often the financial rewards are not. In these times, an artist is wise to receive as much education and training as possible. But this can prove a costly proposition as school tuition and instructional fees continue to increase. In the midst of all this, it's good to know that there are agencies out there that will help and support artists in their quest, and help artists help themselves with the skills January | February emerging artist. The first chairperson of the North Short Arts Commission, she was instrumental in its initial development. She worked in design herself and was a great fan of music and visual arts. The fund was established in 1994 with a $10,000 legacy from her estate. On an annual basis, the fund provides grants using the interest accumulated. The fund is an open one, and contributions are always welcome. Although the grants are limited to less than $1,000, former recipients have found this money extremely valuable in their career pursuits. For instance, in 1995, painter Terry L'Hirondelle used her grant for a twentyweek course of study with a number of prominent artists through the Federation of Canadian Artists. 1996 recipient llze Bebris completed her fourth year of studies in sculpture at the Emily Carr Institute of Art and Design. That same year, co-recipient Susan Smith continued her studies in animation, also at Emily Carr. Saffron Graham applied her grant to creating a visual record of the early days of the Versatile Shipyards engraved in copper in 1997. The next year, Graham Shiels was able to finish his last year of study at the Yale School of Drama with the help of this grant. Violinist Ryan The Judy Dennis Emerging Artists Training Fund supports the educa- tion or training of emerging artists of any age who intend to follow a career in the arts: visual, literary, or performing. The grant must be used for a specific project. Applicants must have already completed some basic training in their chosen field and be residents of North Vancouver City or District, West Vancouver, Bowen Island, or Lions Bay. The deadline is April 1. Successful applicants will be notified by June 30. For more information, call 988-7115.