V A C U M
What is VACUM?
The Visual Art Critics Union of Minnesota is an organization that exists to promote the independent voice of the art critic. We believe that art critics are a vital part of any art scene, and of any cultural milieu. Without the critic to interpret and help shape aesthetic discussions in our society, in time the world becomes a grayer, more drab place. Art criticism, at its best, plays an important role in cultural life. We seek to write intelligently on art, with verve, and on tight deadlines; we support and promote professional development for art critics; and we foster the cause of art criticism in Minnesota (and beyond) whenever possible. We believe in the power of the collective, and that having multiple voices provide thoughtful, reasoned criticism week in and week out is the best way to promote a vibrant cultural life.
We seek opportunities to create new dialogue among artists, arts organizations, editors, the public, and other critics. Contact us about studio visits, lectures, art reviews, consultation, freelance criticism, and our critics' talks or “trialogues” at the Minneapolis Institute of the Arts. For more information about VACUM, visit our website: http://www.vacum.info/
VACUM also publishes the biannual VACUM Attachment in Rain Taxi. To see the contents of the latest issue of the Attachment, click here.
For information about advertising in the VACUM Attachment, contact Patricia Briggs, at pbriggs@mcad.edu (or 651.487.4303).
How to become a member?
There are two requirements for VACUM membership: a professional publication record on visual arts of at least one year, and membership on the VACUM Yahoo group. We need every member to participate in the Yahoo group to facilitate easy communication. There are no dues or attendance requirements to be a member of VACUM.
To become a member of VACUM contact Patricia Briggs at pbriggs@mcad.edu.
For profiles of VACUM members, please visit mnartists.org