Be a Docents at the Seattle Erotic Art Festival!

I am the Lead Docent again for the SEAF 2007. This is the combination of the three things most near and dear to my heart: art and community and sensuality. Please contact me at seafsophia (at) gmail (dot) com to sign up, for training schedules and more information. SEAF will happen March 16th -18th, 2007 at the Fenix. Learn more at www.seattleerotic.org

The Docents of the Seattle Erotic Art Festival will be based on the tradition of a museum or art gallery docent, a person who gives tours and information at a museum or gallery in order to facilitate an enjoyable experience for the visiting guests viewing the art. At SEAF, we will be putting on a slightly more personable spin on the traditional docent duties to reflect the community strengthening ethos of the Sex Positive Community Center. A general knowledge of art is appreciated, but not a requirement as there will be basic trainings for all volunteer Docents.

A Docent at SEAF will have the responsibility of:

~ maintaining and communicating an enthusiastic attitude about the variety and diversity of erotic art
~ introducing guests in each small tour group to each other
~ making guests feel welcome and comfortable
~ familiarizing guests with the Fenix's layout and Festival offerings


Please note, we are encouraging Docents to dress in accordance with this year's theme, "Art Noir." We would like to see volunteers replicate or modernize the lush, iconic styles of the early part of the 20th century, with visions and motions that equivocate dark/moody/gritty, seductive, classy, tailored, styles of the various eras. Artistic and abstract interpretations are welcome. Costuming/fashion may include bias cuts, high slits, silks/satins and other premium textiles, fancy hats, feathers, tailoring, etc. Base color palette of the theme is red, black and sepia. Specific historical references and influences include Art Deco/Art Nouveau motifs and architectural inspirations, "femme fatale" energy, "sophisticated gender ambiguity" ( i.e. Marlene Dietrich), Erte, the decadence of pre-WWII Berlin, etc.

SEAF continues to be a volunteer driven event. We will provide crew
meals during the set-up week and the Festival; for each 5 hours you
volunteer, you will receive a pass (for yourself only) to attend the
event. This is a labor of love for art, freedom of expression and a great opportunity to wear your most provocative attire.


Many other volunteer positions are available. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact seafvolunteers@wetspot.org Please feel free forward our call to your e-lists and post us on your blogs/livejournals, etc.