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Nominate Milpitas' Artist of the Year

The city arts commission asks you to nominate the Artist of the Year for 2012.

Do you know a fine artist, author, thespian, dancer or even musician that deserves recognition in Milpitas?

The city of Milpitas Arts Commission is accepting nominations for accomplished artists in all categories. 

"We do need to include those that do outstanding performance work in the area of music theatre as well as the arts," said commission Harriett McGuire. "We have lots of good artists, none that have been particularly recognized at the state and national level."

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Cupertino has an artist of year. California Senator Joe Simitian also has for his district that includes several South Bay cities. Santa Clara County has a poet laureate. So why not Milpitas?

The artist would be promoted during the year of 2012. The only requirement is to attend the city council meeting on January 3. In exchange, the artist would advance in the arts in Milpitas, a city of nearly 70,000 residents.

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The deadline is coming up on November 14. Applicants need to provide a biography of the artist's work, a statement and supplementary materials such as a DVD or print quality photos.

The selectee will be chosen by the Milpitas Arts Commission at their regular meeting on November 28. Download the application online.

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