Artist / Lecturer / Fine Arts Instructor at Virginia Commission for the Arts - Richmond, VA, US
The Commission's funds come from the Virginia General Assembly and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.The agency, which was created in 1968, is guided by 13 Commissioners appointed to five-year terms by the Governor and confirmed by the General Assembly. To ensure statewide representation, at least one Commissioner -- and no more than two -- is appointed from each Congressional district. A full-time staff of 4 implements programs and policies. The Commission is assisted by a statewide network of advisory panelists.The agency encourages anyone in Virginia to comment on its programs and services by writing to or calling the Commission office (804)225-3132, or by sending an e-mail to the Commission. arts@arts.virginia.gov