Utica, NY (WIBX) - Sculpture Space is announcing the departure of its Executive Director, Sydney Waller. The unique International Artist-in-Residency program has appointed Monika Burczyk as Interim Director as they initiate a search for a permanent replacement.

According to officials, Burczyk has an extensive background in contemporary art, community outreach and art education. Board President, Victoria Zacek, says Waller is departing the organization to focus on building her multi-arts consulting business and gallery in Cooperstown. Waller served as Executive Director for more than 8 years. To learn more about the non-profit group, visit, www.sculpturespace.org.

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