By: Rachel Nelson
A few years ago Lindsay London started taking small steps toward a big dream. She helped form an organization called Femme to celebrate Panhandle women in the arts. Its focus is to bring attention to under produced and underexposed artists living in the Amarillo area while benefiting a local women's charity.
Femme's third annual art show will take place August 18 in the Nat Ballroom.
"I'm very proud of this show," London said. "It started very small and last year we had over 350 people attend."
The doors will open at 8 p.m. and the show will begin at 9 p.m. It will cost $10 to enter, and 100 percent of proceeds will go toward benefiting a chosen charity. Although all artists and performers are women, everyone is welcome to come see the show.
"It's by no means limited to women," London said.
The all-ages event is B.Y.O.B., and wine and refreshments will be available.
Last year Femme generated $1,700 for the Downtown Women's Center. In 2005, $1,500 was raised for Martha's House.
"I think Femme is important because a lot of times women in the arts can go underexposed. I really love the fellowship of all the women getting together and creating an evening that is so eclectic," London said.
This year's show will consist of photography and art exhibits as well as performances from local female talent. Sahara Nar will put on a belly dancing performance, and the Whiskey Makin' Mamas will present a burlesque show. There will be various musicians and a slam poet. London said that performers throughout the years have ranged in age from 10 to 70, and it's not too late to get involved. Those interested in participating in the show should contact London by calling (806)433-2409.
"I think the femme show is necessary in the Panhandle because it helps women realize that they are just as appreciated in their art as men are, and it gives exposure to youthful and otherwise shy young women," said Megan McDaniel, a production designer for the show.
"It's always been a very exciting and fun event and I look forward to it every year," she said.
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