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Joshua Blackwelder: 801-292-0367
Bountiful/Davis Art Center Address:
745 S. Main Street, Bountiful, UT 84010
What’s New at Summerfest International 2011?
BOUNTIFUL, Utah, July 8, 2011- For 23 years, Bountiful/Davis Summerfest International has been bringing diverse arts and cultures to Davis County with an exciting festive atmosphere. From dance and music to art and food, Summerfest has become a festive tradition that continues to surprise and excite. Free to the public, Summerfest is an entertaining and educational experience for the whole family. So what is new in 2011?
International Folk Music and Dance:
This year 8 very special folk dance and music ensembles will be traveling to Bountiful to perform at Summerfest. Many of these groups are world-renowned and regularly perform at festivals worldwide, others will be making their international debut this year. All dances are to be performed to live music on the main stage in Bountiful Park. From the ancient Aboriginal Nyoongah dances of Australia to the plate-juggling Mingangkabau harvest dances of Sumatra, this year’s performances will not disappoint.
2011 Participating Groups:
Erro Bat of Basque France, Alekpol of Armenia, Nessebar of Bulgaria, Kencana Pradipa of Indonesia, Gruppo Folk Monte Patulo of Italy, Shalom Israel of Israel, Doina of Romania and Philip Walley-Stack of Australia
Artist Highlights:
Each year Summerfest showcases three artists that clearly stand out for emphasizing or exemplifying cultural diversity in outstanding, original artwork. The featured artists for 2011 are:
Featured Artist: Kiyomi Doi
The 2011 limited edition t-shirt design was based on a painting by Japanese artist Kiyomi Doi. A recent immigrant to the United States, Kiyomi Doi has enjoyed critical acclaim in Japan for her unique artistic vision and intuitive compositions. A perfect fit for Summerfest’s celebration of art and diversity, Kiyomi Doi’s fantastical works delight viewers with their vibrant color palate and thematic emphasis on harmony, acceptance and coexistence.
Emerging Artist: Luke Tuttle
Luke Tuttle’s photograph was chosen as ‘Best of Show’ in the 2011 Davis School District High School Exhibit exhibited at the Bountiful/Davis Art Center. Tuttle thrilled BDAC visitors this year with his power to capture complex human emotions in his photographic portraiture. Through fiery colors and gritty textures, Tuttle’s portraits communicate the epic dramas written upon a human face.
Featured International Artist: Yoadong Hu
Visiting from China especially for Summerfest, Yoadong Hu’s traditional Chinese painting’s exemplify one of the world’s most continuous and ancient artistic traditions. Using brush techniques common to calligraphy, Yoadong Hu’s strong black lines and colored ink washes capture scenes from Chinese nature and landscape in a delicate, balanced composition.
ART and FOOD Vendors:
This year Summerfest will feature over 15 food booths. These booths will offer delicious meals that range from exotic ethnic specialties such as Tibetan, Polynesian, German, and Chilean menus to favorite festival comfort foods, such as funnel cakes, sweet potato fries, Italian ice, and Navajo tacos. Summerfest even tips its hat to the all-American hot dog at a booth sponsored by Bountiful/Davis Art Center and run by the Bountiful Lions Club. There will also be about 50 artist and crafts booths where you will find paintings, drawings, pottery, photography, metal art, jewelry, Russian dolls, Peruvian crafts, African crafts, vintage record clocks, hand-painted gourds and homemade soap.
KUED Children’s Art Yard:
KUED will be contributing to the international flair of this year’s festival by teaching educational art projects in the Children’s Art Yard, relating to the visiting countries. All materials and instruction are free of charge. Activities include creating Australian wool bracelets, Balinese face masks, Monet Water Lilly Crafts and replicas of Italian stained glass. Also, keep an eye out for your favorite KUED kid’s programming characters and even a didgeridoo demonstration!
BDAC World Traditions Tent:
This year will be the debut of Bountiful/Davis Art Center’s World Traditions Tent! This educational addition to the festival will provide informative demonstrations of traditional arts and crafts from around the world. Viewers are welcome to engage with craftsmen as they demonstrate Japanese bonsai trimming, Scottish tartan weaving, Armenian knotting, European egg decorating, Swedish weaving, and Sudanese clay bull making. Admission to the World Traditions Tent is free.
Bocce:
One of the world’s most popular lawn games is being incorporated into Summerfest 2011! A free bocce yard will teach festival goers the history and rules of the game and even allow them to challenge their friends and family to a match.
Schedule of Events
August 4:
Mayor’s Reception at Bountiful City Hall – Wed. August 3rd, 5:00 pm
· "Taste of the Town-South"- Wed. August 3rd, 6 pm – 9 pm.
Sponsored by the Davis Chamber of Commerce, Taste of the Town will feature menu samples from favorite local restaurants, including Zeppes Italian Ice, Chipotle, Mandarin, Kneader's, Mikado, Scoopology and Mimi's Café. Bountiful/Davis Art Center will also be selling drinks, ice cream and hot dogs. Tickets are $1.00 each or 12 for $10.00. Food selections range in value from 1-4 tickets. This popular event introduces South Davis diners to the best local restaurants.
· Streetdance: Wed. August 3rd, 6 pm – 9 pm.
A production of the Bountiful/Davis Art Center, this festive event has become an established tradition in Davis County. Showcasing the international groups that will perform during Summerfest, Street Dance gives the audience an opportunity to engage with the dancers in an informal context and even to learn some of their dances. Street Dance is sponsored this year by Zion’s Bank and will be held on Main Street in Bountiful, across from the Post Office and the new Zion’s Bank building. Admission is free. Bring your own chairs.
· Summerfest: Festival Grounds at Bountiful City Park (200 West 400 North) officially open to public. Free Admission. Experience international performances on two stages at Bountiful/Davis Summerfest International, 70+ art food booths, Bocce, Children’s Art Yard, Face Painting and World Traditions Tent.
Opening Ceremonies: Thurs., August 4th at 6 pm, sponsored by the Zions Bank.
Festival hours: Fri., August 5th (KUED Day) Noon -10 pm and Sat., August 6th (Lakeview Hospital Day) Noon -10 pm
Closing Ceremonies: Sat., August 6 at 9:30 pm
Check the website for schedules and more information about the festival: www.bdac.org .
The Summerfest Organizers are still looking for host families, volunteers and interpreters. Please contact BDAC, info@bdac.org or www.bdac.org .
For more information, contact Bountiful/Davis Art Center, 801 292-0367 or visit us online at www.bdac.org
Emma J. Dugal
Executive Director
Bountiful/Davis Art Center
745 So. Main Street
Bountiful, UT 84010
801 292-0367
801 292-7298 (fax)
www.bdac.org
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