Shards Of Time
CT
Story & Illustration by Mark Aldrich
Shards Of Time pulls the reader into the exploits of a group of cartoon animal women known as the SPOOL Society (Sisters for the Preservation Of Old Landmarks). Each member represents a different country. The novel is composed of separate episodes, which are set in motion by the Society’s study of architectural history.
In each of the fifteen episodes, A SPOOL Society member visits a specific building and has a series of adventures; eventually her experiences are written up and delivered as a lecture to the group. Occasionally in the stories, the characters “freeze" in mid-motion so that they assume the position of the subjects of famous paintings, or climactic scenes from historical occurrences.
These frozen moments are the shards of time; they allude to art’s role in preserving important moments in history. When the narrative motion stops, the reader can pause and reflect upon the story, since the characters or motion are sometimes being emphasized, sometimes with comic effect. This “freeze” is also related to the preservationist work of the SPOOL Society.
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Shards Of Time, 15 episode promotional showcase
"Shards Of Time" - A 15 book series- written & illustrated by Mark Aldrich. Promotional films by WULFLYNX media; all rights reserved (c) 2023
About
Overview
Institution/Business Type:
Artist / Creative (Individual)
Legal Status:
Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2006
Overview
Institution/Business Type:
Artist / Creative (Individual)
Legal Status:
Commercial / For profit - Sole proprietorship
Year Founded:
2006
Disciplines
Primary Discipline:
Multi-DisciplinaryAdditional Disciplines:
- Multi-Disciplinary
Activities and Services
Activities and Services:
- Art Conservation
- Arts for Social Change / Creative Activism
- Arts and Health
- Cultural Preservation
- Public Art Projects (In Free, Public Spaces)
- Cultural Education
- Workshops / Demonstrations / Master Class
- Audio or Video Recording
- Film Preproduction / Production / Editing Services
- Theater Technical Production
- Film Showings
- Performance / Concert / Reading
- Community Arts
- Exhibitions
Communities
Populations Engaged:
- Adults
- Artists
- Elders
- General Public
- Incarcerated (or Formerly Incarcerated) individuals
- Veteran/Active Duty Military Personnel
- Teens
- School Groups
- Nonprofits
- LGBTQ Populations
- People with Disabilities
- Houseless/Housing Insecure Individuals
- Families
- Immigrant Populations
- Businesses
Languages Available:
- English
- Spanish
- Italian
Geographic Reach:
- International
- Town / City
- State
- National
- Multi-County Region
Accessibility of Services
Accessibility of Services:
Presentations are at locations that are ADA compliant. All other content is web based, and on platforms that offered an array of accessible options.
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I Have Worked With
Affiliations and Accomplishments
Professional Associations
Professional Associations:
- We Do It Together - https://www.wedoittogether.org/
- The Geena Davis Foundation - https://seejane.org/
- Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut - https://cawct.org
- WULFLYNX media - https://www.facebook.com/WulfLynx
Professional Associations
Professional Associations:
- We Do It Together - https://www.wedoittogether.org/
- The Geena Davis Foundation - https://seejane.org/
- Cultural Alliance of Western Connecticut - https://cawct.org
- WULFLYNX media - https://www.facebook.com/WulfLynx
Awards
Awards:
- "Arts Hero Award" from CT Office of the Arts, 2018
- Citation from the Mayor of New Haven for work with inner-city Bridgeport youth on the Needle Exchange Van, 1985
- "Trailbrazer's in the Arts" from the New Haven Arts Council, 1996
Education
Education:
- Master's in Science from Southern CT State University in Library Science & History, 1996
- Pear College of Art for Interior & Architectural Illustration, 1986
- Bachelor's of the Arts in English Literature at UCLA, 1975
- Master of the Arts, Applied Theatre, CUNY School of Professional Studies, 2014
Special Designations
Designated Arts Community:
- Connecticut Service Region Member - Cultural Alliance of Western CT Service Region
Artist Info
Teaching Artist
Teaching Settings:
- Virtual / Remote
- Community Site / Center
- Arts and Cultural Center / Venue
- Afterschool Program
- Corporate Business
- Private Studio
- School / University
Ages Served:
- High School-age
- College-age
- Adults
- Seniors
Subject Areas:
- Arts Integration - History and Social Science
- Dance
- Design
- Literature
- Media
- Music
- Theater
- Visual/Crafts
Fee range:
Depends on the programmingTeaching Artist
Teaching Settings:
- Virtual / Remote
- Community Site / Center
- Arts and Cultural Center / Venue
- Afterschool Program
- Corporate Business
- Private Studio
- School / University
Ages Served:
- High School-age
- College-age
- Adults
- Seniors
Subject Areas:
- Arts Integration - History and Social Science
- Dance
- Design
- Literature
- Media
- Music
- Theater
- Visual/Crafts
Fee range:
Depends on the programmingTouring Artist
Technical Requirements:
- Cyc projection, theatrical lighting, live sound for performance, audio integration
Accessibility Accommodations Needed:
All venues are ADA compliant
Fee Range:
Depends on the venue, cast size, and which episode is being presented.State of Residence:
ConnecticutMinimum Number of Performers:
2Maximum Number of Performers:
20