Thank you so much for making donations to the Baker Legacy!
$10,500 was raised on these three sites"
- indiegogo.com
- Fracturedatlas.org/what’s
your story
- bakerlegacy.com
What’s been done so far? Lots!
In addition to events listed to the right, there will be a special
showing for fourth, fifth and sixth-graders at the Jackson Grammar School on
September 27, and a private screening for 50 patrons at the Wentworth Inn
scheduled for early September. It’s going to be hard to limit the guest list to
50 because so many of you have given so much. Invitations will go out in July.
The documentary is reaching completion of the rough-cut
stage, with just a few more reshoots and interviews left to do in May. Reggie
Osborn, a filmmaker and TV access teacher of Portland, Maine, will be helping
me polish the movie. Right now I have an intern, Joseph Migeed of Belmont,
Massachusetts, a student at the New England Institute of Art, who is working
toward a degree in film-making. He is a joy to work with and very knowledgeable
in audio production – just what I needed to perfect the older clips I am using
from 1999 and 1989 interviews with David. Final and frantic editing will happen
this June and the first two weeks in July. DVD production is scheduled for
early August.
David Baker’s story is told through stories from about 30
people, with hundreds of photographs and images of David’s work covering his
incredible career, from cartoons to all the different stages of his
watercolors, oils, and Vitreous Flux paintings.
You’ll see his gallery in all its different stages and hear
first-hand of the people involved in all the different stages of David’s life
and career. You will learn about the two tragedies in the Baker family and how
David’s art mirrored the losses, about how he struggled as an artist, and how he
overcame obstacles with ingenuity, determination and his love of art.
Art collectors, friends, models and artists describe different
eras of David’s life, including the “Drawing Group,” and the culture of music
and art the Bakers hosted. The viewer will realize the important role David’s
wife, Jerry, played in keeping the whole scene going, with her caring and
loving manner, and her ready smile. The movie
is filled with little stories that paint a portrait of the generous and
humorous artist so many people called their best friend.
The documentary is completed with views of David at the end of
his life, the poetry, the cancer, the memories of his closest friends, and
finally, what people think David’s legacy will be.
And the music?
Composed and performed by David’s long-time friend, composer, musician and photographer,
Dickie Tilton, of course!
I am striving to make this movie personal, yet appealing to
those who never met David. It is a story about something rare nowadays: How one
individual CAN make a positive impact; how one artist created a culturally rich
and loving community.
I hope it will inspire others to find a way to enrich their own
environment, wherever they may live. And by the way, I have gotten letters from
people in Hawaii, in New Brunswick, Colorado, North Carolina, and even from
Portugal!
What’s Next?
More funding to cover the work yet to be completed, for printing,
traveling, food for events, and equipment such as back-up drives. In addition
to asking individuals, I’ll be approaching businesses for sponsorships. Space for recognition on the poster is
limited, so if you know someone who would be interested, please contact me by
May 31.
Volunteers will be needed in late July and early August to
distribute posters to Mt. Washington Valley businesses willing to display them
in windows, on billboards, and other prominent places throughout the area.
In addition, volunteers will be needed to accept admission
fees at the events, and attend to details at each of the event venues. I live
three hours away and may not be on hand to take care of all the essential
duties required. Marketing suggestions
for distribution of the DVD when finished are also welcome.
Wish you had a Baker work of art but can’t afford one?
Art is available to those volunteers who really pitch in. I am most grateful
for any donations, small or large, and for any helpers! This is going to be an awesome
September. So much is happening in the Valley. I hope you will be a part of
this once-in-a-lifetime community tribute.
BAKER LEGACY UPDATE March 21, 2012
www.bakerlegacy.com has been updated! Check out the events,
new notes, volunteers needed, sponsorship info for your business, and how to
donate.
New email: Judy@bakerlegacy.com
Call 978-212-2345 for more information and to offer
suggestions or assistance.
New Blog!
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davidbakerlegacy.blogspot.com.
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