Coach Pastner Has Made His Picks. Have You?
MEMPHIS, Tennessee February 11, 2010--- The Belz Museum of Asian & Judaic Art is hosting its 6th annual Chinese New Year art competition, "Keep Your Eye on the Tiger in 2010” and Family Day Celebration.
All art competition submissions are being displayed at Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, now through February 26, 2010. The public is encouraged vote, as winners will be determined by popular vote with assistance by special guest judge, Coach Josh Pastner, head coach of the University of Memphis Tigers men’s basketball team. Art Competition winners, as well as “Coach Pastner Picks”, will be announced at Belz Museum’s Annual Chinese New Year Family Day Celebration on Saturday, February 27, 11:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Winners will be chosen from four categories based upon current school level. In addition to receiving prizes, the winners will have their pieces displayed at the Belz Museum during the Chinese New Year. All participants are welcome to attend the museum’s celebration where they can receive free admission, participate in arts and crafts, and learn about Chinese art and culture.
The Tiger is the third sign in the cycle of the Chinese Zodiac, which consists of 12 animal signs. It is a sign of courage. Year of the Tiger is traditionally associated with massive changes and social upheaval. Drama, intensity, change and travel will be the keywords for 2010. The Year of the Tiger will bring far reaching changes for everyone. Of all the Chinese horoscope signs, this year is one to be active – seizing opportunities and making the most of our personal and very individual talents. Everything happens quickly and dramatically in a Tiger year – blink and you could miss an important chance of a lifetime!
Sponsors and partners for the annual celebration include Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library, Confucius Institute of the University of Memphis, Art Center Supply Stores, Inc. and Belz Enterprises.
About Belz Museum:
The collection of Asian art at the Belz Museum of Asian and Judaic art is the largest and most comprehensive in the southern region of the United States. The collection of more than 900 objects, which range in date from 202 B.C. to the early twentieth-century, includes intricately carved jades, ivories, sculptures, paintings, ceramics, lacquer, textiles and funerary art. In addition to the Asian collection, the collection of Judaica (historical and literal pieces relating to Judaism) reflects the artistic journey of some of Israel’s most celebrated contemporary artists including, Daniel Kafri and Ofra Friedland.
Contact Nancy Knight for more information at 901-523-ARTS (2787). Nancy.knight@belzmuseum.org.