Thursday, January 31, 2008

2008 Alice Springs Beanie Festival Competition

Deadline: 6 JUNE 2008 (RECEIVE)

Alice Springs Beanie Festival Competition
Araluen Galleries
Alice Springs
Saturday 28 June to Sunday 31 August 2008


In the vast Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara Lands of Australia's Central Desert the traditional people (Anangu) have been making and wearing beanies for all of time. Traditionally in Pitjantjatjara and Luritja languages beanies were called 'mukata'. They are called 'mukati' in the Warlpiri language. If you venture further south-west, then the language is Yankunytjatjara, where they call them 'muna'. All languages are dynamic and these days lots of people in the centre just call beanies mukata.

This year we celebrate mukata made from emu feathers, seeds and yarns spun in the old way that embody the Central Desert. They remind us you can tell people's address by their head-dress – whether it's a chullo from Peru, a fez from Morocco, a beret from France, or a ushanka from Russia.

What's your head-dress? We invite beanieologists everywhere to join us by making beanies with your own traditional twist.


2008 Competition Categories

1 The Greenie Beanie
Use low impact materials such as natural fibres, dyes and recycled materials

2 The Folk Beanie
A beanie that references cultural traditions and costume.

3 Spirit of the Land
Explores the ranges, the bush, the sea, the desert.

4 Monsters and Magic
Take us to the dark or the light!

5 The Double Take
A fun beanie that doubles as a puppet, toy or musical instrument.

6 Best Animal Beanie
Animals, birds, reptiles, insects and strange invertebrates all welcome.

7 The Eileen Bladon Tea- Cosy Prize
Tea- Cosies are sister objects to the beanie.

8 Best Hand-felted Beanie
Including wet felting, needle felting or knit and felt techniques

9 The Central Australian
Prize for an outstanding local piece of work.

10 Festival Committee Acquisition Prize
For wonderful and unusual work

11 The Robbie Beard Handspun Prize
Prize for a work made with yarn handspun by the artist.

12 New Wave Beanie Encouragement Prize
For a school-aged beginner beanie maker

13 New Wave Beanie Prize
For a school-aged advanced beanie maker

14 People's Choice: The favourite beanie of 2008
To be awarded after the festival weekend


PRIZES- to be finalised!
The Cleckheaton Dozen! 12 magnificent barrels of yarns
$250 Cleckheaton Cash prize. For the Peoples Choice winner.
The Ashford Felting prize. A beautiful bundle of fleeces.

Prizes will be sent if the winners are unable to organise to collect them.
Judges
To be announced

Visit the website for complete details: http://www.beaniefest.org/

Sunday, January 27, 2008

Led By Thread

Deadline: March 3, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Led By Thread

Target Gallery
Torpedo Factory Art Center
Alexandria, VA
May 7 - June 1, 2008


Led By Thread will be a media specific fiber art exhibition that will explore the current trends in the world of contemporary fiber art. Works may range from individual to installation, traditional to experimental, but must make use of fiber based materials and/or processes. The exhibition is open to all artists nationally and internationally.

Juror: Our juror is installation fiber artist, Yasmin Spiro. Spiro's award winning installations have received many accolades to include reviews in such publications as Art News and Urbana Magazine. She currently lives and works in New York City.

Image entry will be PC compatible JPEG digital files and by 35mm slides only. Review will be by digital image only. We strongly suggest digital submission. All 35mm slides will be scanned before jury and require an additional $3 fee per slide. We regret that we cannot review images via email. Images of up to three works may be submitted.

Download Prospectus

For a hard copy of prospectus, send a SASE to:

Target Gallery
Torpedo Factory Art Center
105 North Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Call: 703-838-4565 x 4
Email: targetgallery@torpedofactory.org

2008 NATIONAL SMALL ART QUILT WORKS EXHIBITON

Deadline: June 7, 2008 (RECEIVE)

2008 National Small Art Quilt Works Exhibition
Main Street Gallery
Groton, NY
July 25 - August 31, 2008


The Main Street Gallery is seeking submissions from fiber artists
residing in the USA and 18 years of age and older for the 2008
National Small Art Quilt Works Exhibition.

Work may not be larger than 16 inches by 20 inches in dimension.

All artwork must be for sale. Gallery commission is 40% of retail price.

Entry fee is $30 for up to three pieces.

Jpeg or gif image (PC compatible) must measure no larger than 7 inches
by 10 inches and 72 dpi. Slides must be 35 mm, 2" x 2" in cardboard or
plastic mounts.

Please email for more information and prospectus to
maingal@localnet.com or send SASE to The Main Street Gallery, 105 Main
Street, PO Box 161, Groton, NY 13073

JURORS

JOAN LOCKBURNER DEUEL - Master Fiber Artist and Quilter, Richford, NY.

ROGER SMITH - Painter, Sculptor, Educatior and Director of The Main
Street Gallery, Groton, NY.

View the Call on the website: mainstreetgal.com

The Main Street Gallery
105 Main Street
Groton, NY 13073

Americas 2008: All Media

Deadline: June 1, 2008 (POSTMARK)

Americas 2008: All Media
Northwest Art Center
Minot State University
Minot, North Dakota
August 25, 2008 to September 26, 2008


Download the Prospectus: Americas 2008 All Media Competition Prospectus [pdf]

AWARDS
Cash and Purchase Awards: five Merit Awards and one Best of Show
Best of Show earns a solo exhibition in 2009 and an invitation to the
Best of the Best exhibit

JUROR
Rusty Freeman is the curator and vice-president of the curatorial division of the Plains Art Museum, Fargo, ND.

ELIGIBILITY
Works in any medium, traditional or experimental, qualify. All works must be original and not measure over 60” in any direction. Work must be ready to exhibit, completed within the last two years, and not previously exhibited in an Americas 2000 exhibition.

ENTRY FORMAT
Entries will be judged from slides or high resolution jpeg files.
SLIDES: Slides must be standard 2”x2” paper or plastic mounts. Glass is not allowed.
Slides of accepted works become the property of MSU for educational purposes. Other slides will be returned if a self-addressed stamped envelope (SASE) is enclosed.
ELECTRONIC FILES: Files must be in jpeg format, minimum of 300 dpi at
approximately 8”x10”. Submit files on a CD. CDs will not be returned.

ENTRY DETAILS
A maximum of five entries are allowed per artist. Submit slides or jpegs, a non-refundable entry fee payable in US dollars (cost details below), and the completed entry form to Americas 2008: All Media. Entry will not be accepted without the proper fee.

Entry Fee: 2 entries/$25; Additional Entries: $5 each
Enclose a $20 annual membership fee, and you may enter at the NAC Art
Friends membership rate.
NAC Art Friends Members Fee: 2 entries/$15; Additional Entries: $2 each

SALES and COPYRIGHTS
Sales will be encouraged. A 30% commission will be charged on all works sold or purchased. Your entry grants permission to photograph your work and to use your slides for promotional or educational purposes only.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Web: www.minotstateu.edu/nac
E-mail: nac@minotstateu.edu
Telephone: 701-858-3264 or 800 -777-0750 (ex.3264)

Americas 2008: All Media
Northwest Art Center
Minot State University
500 University Avenue West
Minot, North Dakota 58707

Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts: Solo Exhibitions

Deadline: February 15, 2008 (POSTMARK)

The Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts

Annual Call for Artists
Solo Exhibitions
2009 - 2010


Each year The Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts conducts an annual Call for Artists for artists ages 21+ living in the Mid Atlantic region of the United States (PA, OH, MD, NY, NJ, VA, WVA, DE and Washington DC). Due to the historic nature of the museum, installation and video is not encouraged.

Application Guidelines:
1. Resume/CV including contact information: name, address, phone, and email.
2. Artists Statement clearly defining the body of work and the intent of the proposal
3. 10 to 15 numbered slides or digital images on CD including name, title, medium, dimensions and year completed. If submitting digital images, they must be in the form of a jpeg and not exceed 500kb. Please note all work must have been completed in the last 3 years and, if accepted, will represent the body of work you intend to exhibit. Alterations to the original proposal will not be exhibited without prior consent of the museum.
4. A corresponding slide/digital image list including the information above.
5. Self addressed, stamped envelope for return of materials.
6. Review fee of $30.00

Download The Prospectus


The Hoyt Institute of Fine Arts
Attn: Call for Artists
124 East Leasure Avenue
New Castle, PA 16101

Questions may be directed to 724.652.2882 ext 14 or hoytexhibits@hoytartcenter.org.

Interpreting Brooklyn

Deadline: February 8, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Interpreting Brooklyn
Brooklyn Historical Society


The Brooklyn Historical Society connects the past to the present and makes Brooklyn’s vibrant history tangible, relevant, and meaningful for today’s diverse communities, and for generations to come. Founded in 1863, Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS) functions as a library, museum, and urban education center dedicated to the people of Brooklyn, providing opportunities for civic dialogue and thoughtful engagement.

Brooklyn Historical Society seeks proposals from artists and writers for participation in the upcoming project, Interpreting Brooklyn. Artists and writers are invited to submit a proposal to create work in response to our collections. The project will culminate in an exhibition in the Society’s galleries and a series of readings, performances, and programs, all scheduled to begin in October 2008. Thanks to a generous grant from the Getty Foundation, each participant (individual or group) will receive a $6,000 stipend.

BHS will invite ten participants (individuals or groups) to create new works that creatively interpret BHS’s collections. All artists and writers will attend workshops at which the BHS staff will provide guidance in exploring the depth and breadth of the collections, touring the museum galleries as well as the storage facilities where a number of works that have not been seen by the public in many years are located.

Ultimately the artists and writers will identify works in the collections that served as inspiration for original work they will create. Participants may create in collaboration or independently and are welcome to visit and work at the BHS whenever staff members are available. The exhibition and programs will include the artists’ and writers’ work along with the objects from BHS’s collections that inspired them.


Five Key Reasons We’re Interpreting Brooklyn

1. To reinterpret BHS’s collection through diverse and contemporary
perspectives.
2. To provide artists with the access, materials, and resources they
need to respond creatively to BHS’s collection.
3. To create an exhibition and programs of work for a broad range of
adult audiences.
4. To educate the public about BHS’s holdings.
5. BHS also hopes to publish a catalogue documenting the
exhibition, including any fiction, poetry, drama, etc., produced by
the selected participants (pending further funding).


Who is eligible to apply?

Any individual or group working creatively in any media including, but not limited to, visual and installation artists; photographers; writers, composers, and playwrights; as well as dancers and performance artists. Applicants need not reside in Brooklyn, but preference will be given to those with a strong Brooklyn connection. A $6,000 stipend will be given to the selected participants.

Important notes regarding submissions:
Proposals that are not specific to this project will not be considered. Website links may be accepted as a component of your submission. Please do not send original artwork.

Note:
Those accepted must be able to attend a series of workshops at BHS for which transportation costs will not be additionally reimbursed.

Deadlines and Important Dates:
• Submissions of applications/proposals must be received by February 8, 2008.
• Requisite 1/2-day workshops for selected participants will be held on March 25 and April 2, 2008.
• Artists will continue to work to develop their projects to be completed by September 19, 2008.

Interpreting Brooklyn has been made possible by a generous grant from the Getty Foundation.

Download the prospectus: interpreting_open_call.pdf

The Brooklyn Historical Society
128 Pierrepont Street
Brooklyn, NY 11201
http://www.brooklynhistory.org/

Friday, January 18, 2008

Shelter: A Juried Book Arts Exhibit

Deadline: March 3, 2008 (POSTMARK)


"SHELTER"
A Juried Book Arts Exhibit
sponsored by Boston Book Arts
Wedeman Gallery, Lasell College
Newton, MA
April 8-22, 2008


This exhibit will focus attention on a universal subject and one of humanity's most basic needs -- SHELTER -- in all its manifestations: the home, the psychology of personal space, current issues in the housing market such as homelessness, the mortgage crisis, loss of historic fabric. It is expected the theme will be broadly interpreted.

A 30% commission of any sale from the show will benefit a local housing charity such as Habitat for Humanity, selected by the venue representative.

April 2008 Venue
The Wedeman Gallery at Lasell College is accessible by public transportation and offers prime exhibit space on two levels. Exhibit format for SHELTER (at the Lasell location only) will be "Reading Room" style with chairs and tables for leisurely white glove study and enjoyment of the book works.

Acceptance in the show includes the artist's commitment to host at the Wedeman Gallery for one 3-4 hour period (or longer if desired) during the 14-day exhibit. (It is understood that artists from beyond the Greater Boston area may be unable to accommodate this request.)

Juror
The exhibit will be juried by Janine Wong (http://www.janinewong.com/), Design Faculty member in the College of Visual and Performing Arts at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Professor Wong is an award-winning multi-disciplinary artist working is artist books, printmaking. architecture and design.
The juror will look for a clearly articulated concept, appropriate structural design, thoughtful integration of text and image (if both are present) and imaginative execution.
Entries
  1. Entries will be judged from digital images submitted on a CD. (No email submissions). Up to 3 works may be submitted and each may be represented by three images.
  2. File Format: Jpeg Images, 6" on longest side, with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi. File must include Artist's last name, number and title of work, followed by jpg extension.

    Example: Smith1APlayhouse.jpg , Smith1BPlayhouse.jpg.

    Label CD with artist's name in permanent marker.
  3. Work may be in the form of traditional binding, sculpture, suspended or hung, scrolls, editioned work, altered or unique artist books, but should not exceed 36" in height or 30" in width or depth. (Keep shipping/installation constraints in mind when conceiving projects for this exhibit.)
  4. Entry fee: $25.00 for up to 3 works to help defray exhibit costs such as printing (postcards, brochure, labels etc), shipping to other venues, speakers. Surplus funds, if any, remain with Boston Book Arts for future shows or activities.
  5. Shipped work should be securely packed in a reusable container with a return label and adequate return postage or a check payable to Boston Book Arts to cover shipping from Newton MA. If shipped Prepaid FedEx, include a return Call Tag. Be sure to label all your packing materials to insure that they return with your work.




Initial Exhibition Calendar

March 3 Entry postmark deadline
March 10-14 Jurying takes place
March 18 Notice of juror's decision mailed
April 5-7 Accepted works due at gallery

April 10 Opening reception
April 22 Exhibit closes



Awards

Awards will be given for Best of Show, Viewers' Choice and others to be announced.



Checklist
  1. Entry form
  2. Images on CD-ROM, labeled with artist's name, in protective envelope.
  3. Nonrefundable check for $25.00 payable to: Boston Book Arts
  4. Biography up to 500 words with contact information for sale purposes
  5. Artist's Statement up to 200 words
  6. SASE for juror notification and a second SASE of a size large enough for return of images. CD's of accepted work will be retained until the show closes.

Mail all materials to:
Margo Lemieux
Lasell College
1844 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton, MA 02466


Accepted work
Accepted work, if hand-delivered, will be received by Margo Lemieux at the Wedeman Gallery, Sunday April 6 and Monday April 7, 2008 between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm.
Shipped work should be received at the College no later than Friday April 4, 2008.


NOTE: Plans call for this show to travel to additional locations on the East Coast. Accepted entries should be free of other commitments for up to 18 months from April 2008, and any sold works must remain on exhibit until
the tour concludes.

We have a commitment from the Fleet Library at Rhode Island School of Design for July 9- August 15, 2008. Notice will be given as other venues are confirmed.


Regarding Insurance
Lasell college does not provide insurance, but all work will be handled with care and stored in a secure space until installation, after which, the Wedeman Gallery will be attended during opening hours and locked thereafter.
Insurance conditions for subsequent venues will be provided as available.


For information, contact:
Veronica Morgan, curator:
email: Artspace@110.net
phone: 978- 281-7585
(Until Jan 15 & after April 4)

Margo Lemieux, exhibit coordinator, Lasell College: mlemieux@lasell.edu
617-243-2436


The Entry Form is publicly viewable at: http://docs.google.com/Doc?id=dgxwwdp5_56k6cn4phs

Note: The original entry form (as sent to us via email) was a bit distorted so Fiber Art Calls for Entry created a cleaner version.

See original posting at Book Arts Mailing List: http://palimpsest.stanford.edu/byform/mailing-lists/bookarts/2008/01/msg00174.html

BKLYN DESIGNS + 2008

Deadline: February 1, 2008 (RECEIVE)


BKLYN DESIGNS + 2008


In addition to showcasing the next wave of juried contemporary indoor and outdoor furnishings, lighting, and accessories, BKLYN DESIGNS 2008 once again will feature BKLYN DESIGNS +: the cash and carry market for small home accessories, which premiered at the fifth anniversary show.

Interested exhibitors must submit an application, and indicate that they will be offering product that is made and/ or designed in Brooklyn.

Submissions will be juried by a panel of shelter magazine editors and design professionals – this will include executives from our presenting sponsor, Target. Please note Target staff will be at the show throughout the weekend and will be on the lookout for exceptional designs possibly to be put into production.

Click here to download the application for BKLYN DESIGNS + 2008.
http://download.brooklynchamber.com/ibrooklyn/BD+08_Application.pdf


Please note that late applicants will not be considered. If you have further questions or difficulty downloading the application, please call auster*events at 718.243.1414.

Visit the website for complete details: http://www.brooklyndesigns.net/exhibitors.html

Breaking Traditions 2008

Deadline: August 30, 2008 (RECEIVE)


Breaking Traditions
American Sewing Expo
Rock Financial Showplace
Novi, Michigan
September 26 - September 28, 2008


THEME

The theme for the 2008 Breaking Traditions is "With One Voice." Quilts submitted for the exhibit should focus on the positive influence of individuals/organizations/projects that are doing good in the world.

This year's exhibit seeks to give a voice to all those who work tirelessly to enrich our lives.

SIGN UP

There is no sign up requirement for this exhibit. All you need to do is send your quilt in by the due date.

Please join the yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BreakingTraditonsArtQuiltExhibit/ for
the exhibit as all notices/announcements and entry form for the exhibit will be posted there.

EXHIBIT DATES

This exhibit hangs at the American Sewing Expo (http://www.americansewingexpo.com/) in Novi, Michigan at the Rock Financial Showplace. The exhibit dates for 2008 are September 26 -
September 28.

ENTRY DONATION

This year Breaking Traditions is teaming up with Virginia Spiegel's Fiberart for a Cause
(http://www.virginiaspiegel.com/NewFiles/ACSFundraiser.html). An entry fee in the form of a $10 donation to the American Cancer Society is requested.

Please send your donation in the form of a check made out to the American Cancer Society along with your quilt. Your check will then be forwarded on to the American Cancer Society through Fiberart for a Cause.

SIZE

Quilts are to be a 12"x12" square. In keeping with the exhibit's theme, With One Voice, the squares will be hung as one large quilt. This means that they will be hung with the edges against each other and no gaps. They will not be permanently attached to each other, just hung to create the illusion of one large quilt.

A notebook will accompany the exhibit so that viewers may identify the artist and inspiration behind each work.

PLEASE do not deviate from a 12x12 square.


NUMBER OF ENTRIES

If you are very motivated and would like to send in more then one quilt, you are more then welcome to do so. However, please be aware that since this is an open call exhibit and no sign up is required, there may not be enough room to display multiple pieces from one artist. If this is the case, one of your blocks will be shown in the exhibit (you will be given the opportunity to specifiy your preference as to which one you would like displayed on the entry form). All the pieces you send in will be shown in the online gallery for the exhibit. Please be sure to include appropriate return postage. (Multiple entries only qualifies you for one Paticipant Drawing Prize
and one Thank You gift.)


ORIGINAL WORK ONLY

Quilts submitted for this exhibit cannot employ the use of patterns. Innovation is encouraged. All techniques and materials are acceptable as long as it meets the following definition of a quilt: two or more layers held together by stitching.

INTERNATIONAL PARTICIPANTS

This is an open call exhibit and is also open to participants outside of the United States. If providing return postage for your work in U.S. dollars is a problem, please email Lynn at
FibraArtysta@earthlink.net.

QUILTS DUE

Quilts are due to Lynn by Saturday August 30, 2008. THIS IS A RECEIVE BY DATE! (Time is needed to photograph the squares and compile the exhibit notebook.)

Local participants may email Lynn at FibraArtysta@earthlink.net to set up a drop off time.

View complete guidelines: http://www.fibraartysta.com/2008BTguidelines.htm

All of these guidelines are duplicated on the entry form.

The entryform is available in the yahoo group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/BreakingTraditonsArtQuiltExhibit/

UNCOMMON BEAUTY

Deadline: April 18, 2008

Ellipse Arts Center and the WPA present
UNCOMMON BEAUTY
Curated by Sarah Tanguy


In their second collaboration, The Ellipse Arts Center and The Washington Project for the Arts are proud to present Uncommon Beauty. This exhibition of photo- and video-based works will be juried by Sarah Tanguy, from digital submissions, and will explore the relative definition of feminine beauty.

Sarah Tanguy is an independent curator and critic, and curator for the ART in Embassies Program.

In contrast to the standards of the media and the fashion world, exhibiting artists for Uncommon Beauty will stake out alternative perspectives. While they are important topics, the overall focus of the exhibition is not our society's obsession with diet fads, obesity, and cosmetic intervention. Instead, the exhibition seeks to investigate the underpinnings of beauty and imperfection; how standards and ideals become formed and perceived; and the dynamics of self-esteem, self-hate and acceptance. The intent is to offer something different, unexpected, positive, or ambivalent; something that problematizes the notion of beauty without merely bashing it.

WORK TO BE CONSIDERED:

Original photography, video, photographic and/or video installations, and photo-based mixed media will be considered. Work must have been created within the past 2 years.

Three-dimensional or installation pieces must not exceed 10 feet in height and must be transportable through the 41" X 84" doors connected to the loading dock.

All work accepted and exhibited must remain on display for the full duration of the show.

ELIGIBILITY: The exhibition is open to all artists over 18 years old who are residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington DC.

DOWNLOAD FULL CALL FOR ENTRIES, SHOW CALENDAR, AND ENTRY FORM HERE.

Call for makers : : Made in the Middle

Deadline: Unspecified
Call for makers : : Made in the Middle


The Made in the Middle exhibition is a major survey of contemporary craft from makers with a connection to the West Midlands. Selected by a panel of curators, design historians and leading national makers, 37 cutting edge makers are showing their latest work in this national touring exhibition.

Made in the Middle takes place every three years attracting over 37,000 visitors.

The exhibition will tour to nine major galleries throughout the UK.

The exhibition explores 'routes to an object', investigating how inspirations and career paths create the passion, skills and ideas that lie behind each piece of work.

This wealth of creativity on display includes ceramics, glass, jewellery, metalwork, textiles and furniture from both recent graduates and makers with international reputations.
If you would like to apply to be in the next Made in the Middle exhibition which is due to take place in 2010 please contact us at info@craftspace.co.uk to be added to our mailing list.

Visit the website for complete information about Made in the Middle: http://www.craftspace.co.uk/page.asp?fn=1&id=1&stp=4

ThreadLines 2008

Deadline: June 6, 2008 (RECEIVE)

ThreadLines 2008
Missouri State University Art & Design Gallery
Springfield, Missouri
September 5 - 26, 2008


ThreadLines 2008 is a juried exhibition of art quilts sponsored by Uncommon Threads at the Missouri State University Art & Design Gallery, September 5-29, 2008. The gallery is located in historic downtown Springfield and in the heart of the First Friday Art Walk, an event that draws thousands of regional visitors.

Juror

Jason Pollen, Professor and Chairman of the fiber department at Kansas City Art Institute will serve as juror. Pollen is an internationally known textile artist who has exhibited world wide and currently serves as President of the Surface Design Association. A separate exhibit at the gallery will feature Pollen's work in conjunction with the ThreadLines 2008 exhibit.

Mr. Pollen will give a lecture before the opening reception and will award prizes totaling $1000 for Best of Show, Juror's Choice, and First, Second, and Third place.

Eligibility

The definition of an art quilt is an original work of art with two or more layers held together with stitches. They may contain any materials or use any technique. All quilts must be an original design. Creativity and non-traditional materials are encouraged.

Entry Fee and Prospectus

$25 (non-refundable) for up to three entries. Entries must be received by June 6, 2008.

For a description of entry procedure, download the prospectus and entry form here.

Submission Guidelines

Artwork: Size may not exceed 60″ wide or 120″ high. Both two- and three-dimensional works are eligible. Each artist may enter up to three pieces.

Format: Jurying will be done from digital images on a CD in jpg format. Professional photography is encouraged and will better your chances of acceptance. Entries must include a full view image and a detail image for each quilt submitted.

Visit the website for complete details: http://threadlines.org/wp/call-for-entries/

Exhibition Rules

Work must be available for display from September 5 - 26, 2008 and must arrive ready for hanging or placement on standard sculpture pedestals. The curator retains the right to decline pieces that differ from the image submitted.

Embroidery in the Garden

Deadline: 20 April 2008 (RECEIVE)

Embroidery in the Garden
Trentham Gardens
Stoke On Trent
20,21,22 JUNE 2008


The competition is open to all.

All entry forms must reach MQ Exhibitions by 20 April 2008 together with the competition entry fee of £5.

Embroideries can be entered in one of the following five categories:

  1. Use of traditional techniques.
  2. Use of innovative techniques /materials.
  3. Three dimensional
  4. Special Category – 'Beginnings'. If you enter this category, you will be provided with three reels of thread, sponsored by Robison- Anton, all three of which must be used, and be a prominent part of the overall design of the piece. Other threads and materials of your own choice may also be used.
  5. Children's category – open to an individual or group of children up to the age of 16.

You may choose to either post your embroidery, or deliver it by hand.

All work must be the embroiderer's own design.

We can advertise your embroidery for sale in the programme, but any sales made during the exhibition will be subject to a 10% commission charge to MQ Exhibitions.

Insurance is available on request.

The judges decision is final.

Download Competition Entry Form: http://www.mqexhibitions.co.uk/Ecomp2008.doc

Download Traders Application Form: http://www.mqexhibitions.co.uk/EmbroideryTraderapp2008gen.doc

Visit website for complete details: http://www.mqexhibitions.co.uk/

For further information please contact Margaret at :
Margaret@mqexhibitions.co.uk

Quilts in the Garden

Deadline: 31 January 2008 (RECEIVE)

Quilts in the Garden
Trentham Gardens
Stoke On Trent
4,5,6 APRIL 2008
The competition is open to all.

All entry forms must reach MQ Exhibitions by 31 January 2008 together with the competition entry fee of £5.

Quilts can be entered in one of the following five categories:
  1. Bed quilts
  2. Innovative quilts –to include non-traditional quilt designs or patterns. They can also include unusual materials e.g. paper, plastics etc.
  3. Wall hangings
  4. Special category 'Water'. Anyone entering this category will receive 1/2 metre of fabric, sponsored by EQS. This fabric must be used in conjunction with fabrics of your choice, to be entered in this category.
  5. Childrens category – open to an individual or group of children up to the age of 16.
The maximum size for any of the categories is 8 foot square.
We can advertise your quilt for sale in the programme, but any sales made during the exhibition will be subject to a 10% commission charge to MQ Exhibitions.

Insurance is available on request.

The judges decision is final.
Visit the website for complete details: http://www.mqexhibitions.co.uk/News.html
Download the competition entry form: http://www.mqexhibitions.co.uk/comp2008.doc

For further information please contact: Margaret@mqexhibitions.co.uk


Monday, January 14, 2008

VSA Arts: Derivative Composition

Deadline: March 21, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Derivative Composition
VSA Arts

VSA arts is seeking visual artists with disabilities whose work is inspired by the performing arts.

Work must have a visual component. Eligible media include, but are not limited to two- and three-dimensional art (painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textile, glass, etc.) Applicants from a wide range of practices, such as digital arts, installation, and time-based media, are also encouraged to apply.

Open to artists (ages 18 and over) who are committed to their artistic progress and who have a physical, cognitive, or mental disability.

Learn more about the theme Derivative Composition.

Visit the website for complete details: http://www.vsarts.org/PreBuilt/showcase/gallery/exhibits/DerivativeComp/

Sunday, January 13, 2008

ANTI Contemporary Art Festival

Deadline: February 18, 2008 (RECEIVE)


ANTI Contemporary Art Festival
Kuopio, Finland
September 25th - 28th 2008

ANTI is an international contemporary arts festival presenting site-specific works made for public space. Over the past six years ANTI has presented live, sonic, visual and text-based art from today's most exciting and innovative artists. A truly international festival and Finland's foremost presenter of Live Art, ANTI is a meeting place for artists and audiences fascinated by how art shapes and responds to the places and spaces of everyday life.

Artists and students from all disciplines are encouraged to submit proposals to this year's festival.

The proposal process

ANTI Festival pre-selects a number of sites/contexts/environments that we ask artists to respond to by proposal. Details of the 2008 sites can be found here: http://antifestival.com/anti-2008/call-for-proposals-2008/

As the works take place in public space it is essential the proposals consider a site's pre-existing 'audience'; be they passers-by, customers or residents. Alongside those who purposely visit the festival, a substantial part of ANTI's audience are members of the public who come across the works by chance.

ANTI's emphasis is on site-specificity. The festival understands this term in an expanded sense; proposals may suggest works that deal with a site geographically, culturally or by association i.e. themes and activities that the site suggests but may not be physically present in the site itself. Proposals may also combine or link a number of sites.

Proposal form

All proposals must be sent using the electronic form below. The form allows a link to be made to any online documentation artist's may have of previous work and for artists to attach their CV and one image of their work. In addition ONE piece of supporting material ( i.e. VHS, DVD, CD-ROM) can be submitted as hardcopy. Materials will not be returned.

Visit website to complete form: http://antifestival.com/anti-2008/call-for-proposals-2008/

Further information:
phone: +358 50 3052 485


ANTI – Contemporary Art Festival
Koljonniemenkatu 2, 2nd Floor
70100 Kuopio, Finland

Greenjeans -- Quilt Show Deadline Extended

Quilt Show - DEADLINE EXTENDED!! from Greenjeans - Handmade for Conscientious Living

Just a friendly reminder to those of you interested in submitting work for our show of small quilts and new sculpture by Jane Kaufmann.

NEW DEADLINE IS SUNDAY, JAN. 20th (Sunday)!!!

First round selections will still be announced on the 21st as scheduled.

Remember all quilts must be 14 inches square or smaller (or must be displayed in an area 14 inches or smaller). EXCEPTION: we are looking to show some crib quilts too, which can therefore be larger.

IF YOUR QUILT IS NOT YET COMPLETE, just send us a sketch or written idea to consider.

Click here to read the full submission guidelines.

Thank you for submitting your work, and feel free to spread the word!

Click here to view the original Fiber Art Calls posting.

The Franklin Furnace Fund

Deadline: April 1, 2008 (RECEIVE)

The Franklin Furnace Fund

Each year Franklin Furnace awards grants to emerging artists, allowing them to produce major works in New York. Works may engage the Internet as an art medium and/or venue. Grants range between $2000 and $5000. Artists from all areas of the world are encouraged to apply; full-time students are ineligible.

Franklin Furnace has no curator; each year a new panel of artists reviews all proposals. We believe that this peer panel system allows all kinds of artists from all over the world an equal shot at presenting their work. Every year the panel changes, as do the definitions of "emerging artist," "performance art" and "variable media art." So if at first you don't succeed, try again.

Since its inception in 1985 THE FRANKLIN FURNACE FUND has boosted the careers of such emerging artists as Tanya Barfield, Patty Chang, Papo Colo, Brody Condon, Karen Finley, John Fleck, Kate Gilmore, Murray Hill, Holly Hughes, Mouchette, William Pope.L, Pamela Sneed, Jack Waters, Cathy Weis, and Ricardo Miranda Zuñiga.

Please download the guidelines and read carefully before applying.

DOWNLOAD GUIDELINES

DOWLOAD APPLICATION FORM (.PDF)

Only use the Microsoft Office Word Document below if you experience difficulties with the PDF version.
DOWNLOAD APPLICATION FORM (.DOC)

TIPS ON HOW TO APPLY

If you have any questions please call Franklin Furnace at
718 398 7255 or e-mail
mailto:dolores@franklinfurnace.org

Website: http://www.franklinfurnace.org/grants/grants.html

Black and White Gallery seeks Exhibition Proposals

Deadline: May 31, 2008 (RECEIVE)


Exhibition Proposals
Black and White Gallery
New York, NY
2008 – 2009 season


Black and White Gallery seeks site-specific exhibition proposals of high artistic merit that use diverse mediums in innovative ways to be presented in our Williamsburg location in the fall of 2008 and spring of 2009.

Black & White Gallery's mission is to cultivate promising artists in the initial and more advanced phases of their careers exploring contemporary themes and concepts through multiple mediums. In addition to developing its core program in Chelsea, Black & White Gallery presents ambitious site-specific work at its Williamsburg location.

Eligibility:

Artists, art co-ops and collectives are eligible to submit proposals.

Available facilities:

Black & White Gallery // Williamsburg: a 2500 square foot exhibition space equally divided between the indoor and outdoor galleries.

Award Notification: July 1, 2008.

Award Criteria

Criteria used to select proposals include the following:

1) Intellectual and artistic merit in the proposed project

2) Extent of interplay between the indoor and outdoor spaces

3) Feasibility of the project under sponsorship of the Black & White Gallery

4) Extent of interdisciplinary activity

6) Presence of matching funds (indicate amount)


Download complete guidelines: RFP.pdf
Visit the website: blackandwhiteartgallery.com

Black & White Gallery
Exhibition Proposals for Williamsburg Location
636 West 28 Street
New York, NY 10001
Attn: E. Peabody

New Art Center in Newton: Call for Proposals

Deadline: April 21, 2008 (RECEIVE)


Curatorial Opportunity Program
New Art Center
Newton, MA
2008-2009 exhibition season

Scope

Proposals can involve works in a single medium, embrace several mediums, or combine visual arts with poetry, music, film, dance, or other performance. They can be organized around aesthetics or technique; or have social, cultural, historical, intellectual, or political concepts behind them. Proposals that focus on cultural diversity or include artists of diverse backgrounds are encouraged. Proposals that include one or more educational components are strongly encouraged. Curators who are artists themselves may include their work in the exhibition, but it should not be the central focus. Please look at the recent exhibitions from the past few years.

Gallery Space

The Gallery is the main hall of a former church, with 25-foot vaulted ceilings, substantial natural light, and 10' x 6' movable modular wall panels. The space is approximately 2,000 square feet, with an average width of 39 feet and length of 50+ feet. A maximum of 320 linear feet of wall can be set up. A visit to the gallery prior to application is advised and encouraged.

Support

For each exhibition, the Center provides a curator's stipend of $1000 to be applied to exhibition related expenses at the curator's discretion. The stipend is awarded after the opening reception. Curators and artists are welcome and encouraged to consult with the Art Center to seek outside funding to enhance their exhibition presentation or invitation, or to provide display advertising.

The Center receives a 35% commission on all sales.

NAC is an educational institution, and proposals are expected to include educational components connected with the exhibition. These can be panel discussions, gallery talks, ongoing interactive presentations, activities geared toward engaging the Center's daily student population, or related presentations and/or performances in other medium (dance, film, etc.)

In addition to working with the Exhibition Director on the exhibition design and installation, curators are also responsible for communications with the artists. This includes assuring timely delivery of press materials, adherence to agreed-upon artwork delivery and pickup times, etc. The curator and artists are expected to work with the Exhibitions Director to assure all necessary tasks are accomplished ( i.e. installation and removal of work; assistance with gallery sitting and public programs).

Eligibility

All artists are eligible regardless of race, gender, belief, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical disabilities. While artists and curators from the greater Boston area are encouraged to participate, there are no geographic restrictions. Please keep in mind that NAC does not pay for travel expenses.

Review of Applications

Applications are reviewed by a panel/committee of professional artists, educators, museum personnel/staff, and NAC staff. The panel reviews the application and support materials for the quality of work, educational potential, and clarity. NAC staff may contact applicant's professional references and/or request to meet with finalists as part of the selection process. The review process may also include a phone interview or studio visit to view actual work.

Download Guidelines & Application
Download Image List Form
Recent History of COP Exhibitions
Download Main Gallery Layout PDF

Ceci Mendez, Director of Exhibitions & Community Partnerships
New Art Center in Newton
61 Washington Park
Newtonville, MA 02460
(617) 964-3424
newartcenter.org

Saturday, January 12, 2008

Call For Art Exhibition Proposals: City of Las Vegas

Deadline: April 1, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Source: City of Las Vegas Office of Cultural Affairs

The city of Las Vegas' Office of Cultural Affairs invites the submission of proposals for individual and group exhibitions for its 2009/2010 gallery season. Exhibition proposals will be reviewed for programming at the Charleston Heights Arts Center Gallery, located at 800 S. Brush St., and the Reed Whipple Cultural Center Gallery, located at 821 Las Vegas Blvd. North.

Images and floor plans of these gallery spaces can be downloaded online:
GalleryFloorplans.pdf .

Artists/curators must submit a letter of intent in regards to the exhibit with 15-20 supporting images (slides or JPEGs on compact disc) with an identification list, artist statement and artist resume. In addition, other suitable supporting materials may include color prints, exhibition cards and press clippings, all of which are optional. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope for return of materials. All visual art practices suitable for gallery installations lasting between 10 to 12 weeks will be considered.

Submissions must be received by April 1, 2008, to be included in the screening. All applicants can expect notification regarding their proposal via mail by Aug. 1, 2008. Address submissions to Jeanne Voltura, Office of Cultural Affairs, 300 E. Charleston Blvd., Suite 109, Las Vegas, NV 89104. Call (702) 229-1012 or e-mail jvoltura@lasvegasnevada.gov for more information.

Cheekwood Seeks Designers For Fairytale Exhibition To Open in Summer 2008

Deadline: Unspecified

Happily Ever After
Summer Garden Installation for 2008

Cheekwood Botanical and Sculpture Garden
Nashville, TN
Memorial Day weekend to September 7, 2008

via -- Art News Daily

NASHVILLE, TN.- Art and architecture merge with fairytales in this
open call for designers to create storybook settings for Cheekwood's
Summer Garden Installation for 2008, Happily Ever After. Building on
the success of Once Upon a Garden, Cheekwood's 2007 summer exhibition,
Happily Ever After will consist of 8 designed storybook settings in
the landscape. In addition to the magical settings, last year's
installation offered Cheekwood the opportunity to offer rich
programming opportunities that appealed to a diverse audience.

The vision for this project is an exciting, whimsical, storybook
wonderland that captures the imagination of our young and young at
heart visitors and draws them into the magical world of books. In
addition to the interactive qualities of these stories and their
places, Happily Ever After also promotes literacy and activities that
can take place in groups or with families.

Stories include: Rumpelstiltskin, Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves,
Sword and the Stone, Three Billy Goats Gruff, Little Red Riding Hood,
Princess and the Pea, Three Little Pigs, and Rapunzel.

Happily Ever After opens Memorial Day weekend and closes September 7.
Designers interested in participating should call Leigh Anne Lomax,
Botanical Garden and Horticulture Manager, at 615-353-6969 or email at
lalomax@cheekwood.org.

Cheekwood inspires and educates by making art, horticulture and nature
accessible to a diverse community. Cheekwood is located at 1200
Forrest Park Drive in Nashville, 8 miles southwest of downtown
Nashville. Open Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday 11
a.m. – 4:30 p.m. For further information call 615-356-8000 or visit
www.cheekwood.org.

Tuesday, January 08, 2008

Unlimited Possibilities Magazine

Deadline: Ongoing

Unlimited Possibilities Magazine


Manuscripts/Article Submissions: We welcome unsolicited manuscripts on subjects of interest to stand up machine quilters.
Please send an email query titled, 'Article Submission' to submissions@upquiltmag.com

New products and book reviews: We are pleased to review publications and products of interest to our readers. Please send
samples or review copies to:

Meander Publishing
Attn: Product Review
PO Box 918
Fort Lupton, CO 80621

Submission Guidelines:

Unlimited Possibilities Magazine is dedicated to the betterment of stand-up machine quilting through the sharing of ideas between subscribers and industry leaders. It contains interviews with professional quilters, hints from subscribers, technical information, book reviews, new products and resources, plus many other interesting articles relating to our industry. Each issue is filled with useful information. It's a great way to network with other machine quilters across the country and the world.

Unlimited Possibilities Magazine is written and edited to reflect an educational, informative format in an easy, conversational style. Most articles are written by members of the machine quilting community. All submissions must be about machine quilting or related products and topics. Submissions must be original. We prefer materials to be previously unpublished. We suggest you send a query before submitting finished articles. New writers are gladly considered, but we require no simultaneous submissions to other publications. Send SASE and/or sufficient postage for return of samples and photos.

Articles are accepted from beginners to professionals. Contact us for requirements regarding photographs and the proper sequence of how-to steps. Please always include photographer credits. Drawings are acceptable where appropriate. Length is determined by subject matter and photos but generally runs 500-2000 words. Please include a resource section with your sources for supplies and special tools, etc. where applicable. Provide company name, website, telephone number and address, if available.

Profiles, Interviews, Essays and Business Articles that are related to quilting are acceptable, including humorous, serious, new products, trends and developments, the jury process, shows and conventions, retail, wholesale, etc. First Person or Opinion articles are also accepted and will be identified as such.

Unlimited Possibilities Website has a Gallery Section for Reader's Works - we love to showcase our readers' talents! Send us high quality photos and your work may be included in our Gallery Section. If sending photos by regular mail please include sufficient return postage, otherwise photos will not be returned. Label the photos clearly with name, address and contact information. DO NOT SEND THE ACTUAL QUILT OR GARMENT UNLESS WE CONTACT YOU. Unlimited Possibilities Magazine assumes no responsibility for loss or damage of unsolicited items.

Visit website: http://www.upquiltmag.com/submissions.html

Machine Quilters Unlimited

Deadline: Ongoing

Machine Quilters Unlimited


Manuscripts/Article Submissions:
We welcome unsolicited manuscripts on subjects of interest to stand up machine quilters. Please send an email query titled, 'Article Submission' to: submissions@mqumag.com

New products and book reviews:
We are pleased to review publications and products of interest to our readers. Please send samples or review copies to:


Meander Publishing
Attn: MQU Product Review
PO Box 918
Fort Lupton, CO 80621
800-910-1925

Submission Guidelines

Machine Quilting Unlimited Magazine
is for the home machine-quilting enthusiast. We will cover techniques and fundamentals, whether using a domestic sewing machine, a small frame system, or a midarm machine. There will be oodles of design inspiration, profiles of your favorite quilting stars, reviews of products, books, and DVDs, ideas for setting up your studio or workroom, help for beginners, and a calendar of quilt shows and events.

Machine Quilting Unlimited Magazine is written and edited to reflect an educational, informative format in an easy, conversational style. Most articles are written by members of the machine quilting community. All submissions must be about machine quilting or related products and topics. Submissions must be original. We prefer materials to be previously unpublished. We suggest you send a query before submitting finished articles. New writers are gladly considered, but we require no simultaneous submissions to other publications. Send SASE and/or sufficient postage for return of samples and photos.

Articles are accepted from beginners to professionals. Contact us for requirements regarding photographs and the proper sequence of how-to steps. Please always include photographer credits. Drawings are acceptable where appropriate. Length is determined
by subject matter and photos but generally runs 500-2000 words. Please include a resource section with your sources for supplies and special tools, etc. where applicable. Provide company name, website, telephone number and address, if available.

Profiles, Interviews, Essays and Business Articles that are related to quilting are acceptable, including humorous, serious, new products, trends and developments, the jury process, shows and conventions, retail, wholesale, etc. First Person or Opinion articles are also accepted and will be identified as such.

Machine Quilting Unlimited Website has a Gallery Section for Reader's Works - we love to showcase our readers' talents! Send us high quality photos and your work may be included in our Gallery Section. If sending photos by regular mail please include sufficient return postage, otherwise photos will not be returned. Label the photos clearly with name, address and contact information. DO NOT SEND THE ACTUAL QUILT OR GARMENT UNLESS WE CONTACT YOU. Machine Quilting Unlimited Magazine assumes no responsibility for loss or damage of unsolicited items.

Visit the website: http://mqumag.com/

Fiber Cards for Kids

Deadline: April 25, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Cards for Kids

Exhibition and Sale
Benefiting the Children's Miracle Network
May 8-10, 2008

At HMQS 2008, May 8–10, 2008, Meander Publishing and the show's organizers team up for the 'Cards for Kids' exhibit and sale, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Children's Miracle Network (CMN) a non-profit organization founded in 1983 by the Osmond family and headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. The cards will be available at the show in the Meander Publishing Booth, #404, and will be offered for sale at $25.

We ask that you consider donating a quilted postcard, 4' × 6', with a children's theme. The cards can be stitched, embroidered, painted, beaded, felted and embellished in any way. Use your creativity! Please be sure that any three-dimensional embellishments are securely attached. Please sign your card and include your city and state or country. No other rules except be generous and have fun! Multiple card donations cheerfully accepted!

Cards can be sent to Meander Publishing, Cards For Kids, PO Box 918, Fort Lupton, CO 80621, to be received no later than April 25, 2008. Email us at info@upquiltmag.com

if you have any questions.

Visit the website: http://upquiltmag.com/

HMQS Quilt Exhibit

Deadline: April 10, 2008 (POSTMARK)


“Heirlooms—Wrapped Up in Our Quilted Past”
HMQS Quilt Exhibit
South Towne Exposition Center
Sandy, UT (Suburb of Salt Lake City)
May 8-10, 2008


Theme: “Heirlooms—Wrapped Up in Our Quilted Past”: Must be easily identifiable as representing the theme.

Entrants in the Quilt Exhibit may enter 2 quilts into the Judged exhibit and 2
quilts into the Exhibit Only area (display conditional upon space availability). Each
entry must fall under the definition of a quilt that consists of 3 layers, i.e., quilt top, batting, and backing.

Entries must be machine quilted. No hand-quilted entries will be accepted.
Quilts older than 4 years may not be entered. Entries that are larger than 480”
will not be accepted. HMQA reserves the right to place entrants’ quilts in a more
appropriate category if deemed necessary.

Awards

Best of Show: This quilt is deemed by the judges as the best quilt in all categories.

Best Combination: Quilt made by a combination of piecers, appliquérs and/or machine
quilters. A group effort, more than one person worked on the quilt.

Best Rookie: The quilt was machine quilted by a machine quilter who has been machine
quilting less than a year.

Best Solitaire: One person pieced or appliquéd and machine quilted the quilt.

Viewer’s Choice: Ballots cast by attendees will decide this award.

Categories

Appliqué: Quilts in this category should have a large portion appliquéd.The appliqué may be either hand or machine appliquéd. Perimeter not to exceed 480”.

Art/Pictorial: Quilts in this category will be judged for their artistic merit in design and detailed use of metallic or variegated thread. Addition of beads, buttons or other objects will be acceptable providing that they are securely attached and the quilt can be hung with minimal care. Perimeters no more than 480”.

Conventional Machine: This category is for quilts quilted on a machine by the “push-through” method of quilting. All types of quilts are permitted in this category. Perimeter no less than 80” and no more than 480”.

Edge to Edge: This is a quilting design that covers the entire quilt without any regard to the blocks or borders of the quilt. No “stitch-in-theditch” quilting. Perimeters 220” to 480”.

Embroidery: This is the perfect category to showcase your embroidery quilts! The embroidery on these quilts may be done either by hand or machine. Perimeters 220” to 480”.

Novelty Custom: Unusual and creative stitching designs, inventive block motifs and
background fillers encouraged.Unique and nonmatching thread choices also ncouraged. This category is the opposite of Traditional. Perimeters 220” to 480”.

Traditional Custom: Very traditional quilting, such as “stitch-in-the-ditch,” outline stitching or feathers. Background fillers such as cross-hatching, echo quilting, straight lines.Threads should match the fabric of the quilt as much as possible. Perimeters 220” to 480”.

Wall Hanging: A quilt of a perimeter no less than 80”and no more than 260”.May be pieced or appliquéd, traditional or novelty in design.

Whole Cloth: One piece of fabric quilted in an overall design. Quilt may be seamed only to join pieces of the same fabric to acquire the desired size. Perimeters 220” to 480”.

Masters: This category includes all quilters who have won 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Best of Show or a comparable award in a nationally recognized show. Proof of award must be available upon request. Quilts may be representative of any of the above
categories.

Youth 16 & Younger: Quilts in this area MUST be entirely machine quilted by the Youth 16 & under, either by long/short arm method or conventional push-through method. Top does not have to be constructed by youth. Perimeter not to
exceed 480”.

Exhibit Only: A quilter may submit up to two (2) quilts for non-judged Exhibit Only

All Exhibit Only must fit the definitions of a quilt described above, and may be in any of the above categories.

Download the prospectus: enter_quilt_08.pdf

Visit the website: hmqs.org

Contact:
Patsy Shelton
pshelton@konnections.net

"Multiples" -- Artists' Books Exhibition

Deadline: March 15, 2008

'Multiples'
- a juried exhibition of editioned artists' books
East End Applied Arts
Aurora, CO
May 9 – June 28, 2008

Eligibility:
Open to handcrafted books created as either limited or open edition works. Artists’ books, sculptural books, & book objects are all welcome as long as the work has been editioned in a minimum of 3 copies and is produced by hand.

Juror:
Juried by Denver book artist Alicia Bailey.

Fees: A $25 non-refundable entry fee for up to three entries must accompany each entry. Full-time students (a copy of student ID must accompany entry) can enter 1 piece for the reduced fee of $10.

Student and international entries are welcome.

Artists accepted into the exhibition will be notified via e-mail by April 5.

Download the prospectus: Multiplesprospectus1.pdf

Visit the website: eastendarts.com


For more information, contact:

Kim Harrell
email: info@eastendarts.com
phone: 720-203-3575

Reader's Art 8

Deadline: January 30, 2008 (RECEIVE)


A Reader's Art 8: handmade with care
Susan Hensel Gallery
Minneapolis, MN


Reader's Art, at Susan Hensel Gallery in South Minneapolis, is approaching "venerable" in its longevity. Started in East Lansing, Michigan, as a small Midwest show eight years ago, it has grown to become a wide ranging show that pulls in work from coast to coast. Each year the show has a loose theme. "More like a suggestion," states director and curator Susan Hensel. The themes have been geographical, sculptural, political, frugal.

This year artists are asked to submit books/bookobjects that have the emphasis on the mark of the hand, with special weight given to submissions using handmade paper. I will be showing a few artists in greater depth. Send up to 10 jpgs or slides for consideration by January 30, 2008.

MEDIA

2-d and 3-d are welcome.
All media welcome, all approaches, even installation and performance. Editions or one of a kind books and book objects or book referential work. I am always willing to expand the reaches of book art to the edges of the known universe and beyond.

HOW TO APPLY

Send accurate slides,photos, MAC compatible cd-rom of the work you plan to show, with SASE for return, or Email high quality jpg's.
Written explanation of the work is welcomed.
Appointments may be made for in-person viewing of work.

Accepted artists will be expected to provide a resume and artist's statement about their work and press clippings. Accepted artists will be asked to provide client lists as well.

SALES AT SUSAN HENSEL GALLERY are encouraged but not required.
You may send NFS work.

All work is sold on consignment.
The gallery keeps 40% of the sale price.
The artist receives 60% of the sale price.


Visit website to view complete application guidelines: http://www.susanhenselgallery.com/


Susan Hensel Design
3441 Cedar Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612 722-2324
http://www.susanhenseldesign.com/

Thursday, January 03, 2008

Asian Cultural Council Grants

Deadline: January 15, 2008

Project Grants
Asian Cultural Council

Asian individuals in the visual and performing arts seeking grant assistance to conduct research, study, receive specialized training, undertake observation tours, or pursue creative activity in the United States are eligible to apply for fellowship support from the Council. Americans seeking aid to undertake activities in Asia are also eligible to apply.

The Council is unable to consider proposals for the following:

  • personal exhibitions
  • individual performance tours
  • undergraduate study
  • activities conducted by individuals in their home countries

Project Grants
Arts organizations and educational and cultural institutions are eligible to apply to the Council for support for projects of exceptional importance involving cultural exchange between Asia and the United States or regional exchange in Asia. Because the Council's program resources are concentrated on fellowship awards to individuals, ACC grants for projects are usually modest in size.

The Council is unable to consider proposals for the following:

  • publications
  • film and video production
  • capital campaigns
  • general program and administrative costs
Application Procedures
Individuals and institutions wishing to inquire about the possibility of grant support should send a brief description of the activity for which assistance is being sought to the Council. If the proposed activity falls within the ACC's guidelines, application materials requesting more detailed information will be provided by the ACC, and applicants will be informed as to when their proposals can be presented to the trustees of the Council for formal review. The deadline for receipt of completed applications is January 15th for proposals to be considered at the annual June meeting of the ACC's trustees. In addition, a small number of requests in specific program areas may also be considered at a Fall meeting, for which the application deadline is August 1st.

http://www.asianculturalcouncil.org/applications.html

A publicly supported operating foundation, the Asian Cultural Council was established in 1980 to supersede the Asian Cultural Program of The JDR 3rd Fund, which was created by John D. Rockefeller 3rd in 1963. Over the past 44 years, the Council and The JDR 3rd Fund before it have provided grant assistance to more than 4,500 Asians and Americans in the arts. Funding for the Council's programs is derived from a combination of endowment income and contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations in the United States and Asia.

The Studio Museum in Harlem Artist-in-Residence Program 2008-2009

Deadline: April 1, 2008 (POSTMARK)

The Studio Museum in Harlem

Artist-in-Residence Program 2008-2009


The Studio Museum in Harlem is a contemporary art museum that focuses on the work of artists of African descent locally, nationally and globally, as well as work that has been inspired and influenced by African-American culture, through its exhibitions, Artists-in-Residence program, education and public programming, permanent collection, archival and research facilities. The Studio Museum in Harlem is committed to serving as a unique resource in its local community and in national and international arenas by making art works and exhibitions concrete and personal for each viewer and providing a context within which to address the contemporary and historical issues presented through art created by artists of African descent.

The Museum offers an Artists-In-Residence Program for three emerging artists who are granted a free non-living studio space, a $15,000 fellowship, and a $1,000 material stipend. The program is designed to serve emerging African-American artists and artists of African descent internationally. Artist's media is not limited and may include sculpture, painting, printmaking, digital art, mixed media, photography, and film and video. Selected artists have access to the Museum's studio on a daily basis.

Toward the end of the residency, an exhibition of the artist's work is presented in the Museum's galleries. Resident artists conduct two workshops or presentations during the year and occasionally meet with museum visitors.

Applications must be post marked by April 1, 2008.


ELIGIBILITY
You are eligible to apply if:

  • You are an artist of African descent.
  • You are able to demonstrate at least three years of professional commitment and are currently engaged in studio work.

You are not eligible if:

  • You will be attending school during the residency.
  • You produce art as a hobby.


CRITERIA
Panelists use the following criteria in evaluating applicants:

  • Quality of the applicants work as indicated by submitted visual documentation.
  • A record of exhibition and critical review.
  • Demonstration of a serious and consistent dedication of the professional practice of fine arts through submitted artwork and other documents.
  • Evidence that the applicant is at a critical juncture in their development which will be advanced by the residency.
  • Letters of recommendation from established visual arts professionals that express support of the applicant's work.


Click here for AIR Program Application Form.

http://www.studiomuseum.org/air_overview.html

Abecedarian Gallery

Deadline: Undisclosed

Abecedarian Gallery

Denver, CO
April 2008

Invitation to submit work for consideration for upcoming book & print exhibit. The exhibit, scheduled for April 2008 at Abecedarian Gallery in Denver, CO has a working title of Transparent/Opaque and will feature book artists whose work includes use of transparent materials and print artists whose work incorporates building up of imagery via layering (of ink/papers/etc.)

For more information on how to submit work, send an email to
abecedariangallery@gmail.com with 'transparent/opaque' in the subject
line.

Alicia Bailey
Abecedarian Gallery
artists' books & prints
www.abecedariangallery.com
900 Santa Fe, Ste A
Denver, CO 80204
303.340.2110
fax: 303.479.9556

The New Arts Program Salon Exhibition of Small Works

Deadline: Undisclosed

Invitational Salon Exhibition of Small Works
The New Arts Program

A salon-style show featuring over 230 wall works by artists from around the country. This exhibition is always a highlight of our season and is held every summer beginning in May. Each artist is represented by one work limited to 200 square inches including frame. Videos have become a growing attraction at the Invitational Salon. The show has been exceptional every year. There are no fees, being a NAP member is not a criteria.


Entry invitations will be mailed out to previous exhibitors in March. Other artists wishing to be considered should send a one-paged typed statement about the work, 10 slides or photo copies of their work and a SASE for return to:

Exhibitions
New Arts Program
POB 82
Kutztown, PA 19530

You also email at info@napconnection.com

Visit the website: http://www.napconnection.com/

The New Arts Program is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit service organization and museum which presents to the public educational opportunities with individual artists from the literary, performing, and visual arts for two days of one-to-one consultations, plus a collective consultation in a presentation/performance or exhibition setting. Additional programs include apprenticeships, an art reference & video library, NAP print editions, video festival, NAP Text(s) Literary Journal and other publications.


John Moores 25 Contemporary Painting Prize

Deadline: 15 February 2008 (RECEIVE)

The John Moores Prize

Contemporary Painting Competition
20 September 2008 to 4 January 2009


The launch of the call for entries this year marks the 50th anniversary of the John Moores prize. First held in 1957, it is the UK's best-known competition for painters and is named after Sir John Moores (1896 - 1993), the founder of the competition. The exhibition is held every two years at the Walker Art Gallery in partnership with the John Moores Liverpool Exhibition Trust.

Next year the John Moores exhibition coincides with Liverpool's year as European Capital of Culture 2008 when it forms a key strand of the well established Liverpool Biennial.

The John Moores exhibition showcases the best new paintings produced in the UK today and attracts a broad spectrum of artists. No preference is given to levels of experience or particular practices of painting. The work is selected anonymously from an open submission by the jury, who also award the main prizes.

The entrant must live, or be professionally based, in the United Kingdom.

Jury 2008

  • Jake and Dinos Chapman, artists
  • Sacha Craddock, art critic / curator
  • Graham Crowley, artist
  • Paul Morrison, artist


Entry

The competition has a two-stage entry procedure.

Stage 1 – submission by image (one painting per artist)
Stage 2 - sending in shortlisted paintings for final judging

Key dates

15 February 2008 - Deadline to register
29 February 2008 - Deadline for submission of images
27 to 30 May 2008 - Sending in shortlisted paintings
20 September 2008 to 4 January 2009 - Exhibition

Prizes

First prize £25000
4 prizes £2500
1 visitors' choice prize £2008

Further information
Conditions of entry
Download registration form (pdf)
Frequently asked questions


Additional Information

Telephone 0151 478 4121

Visit the website: http://www.liverpoolmuseums.org.uk/walker/johnmoores/

Online Contact Form: John Moores 25

Vogue Knitting Submissions

Deadline: Open/Ongoing


Vogue Knitting
Design & Editorial Submissions


Vogue Knitting (vogueknitting.com) is SoHo Publishing's flagship title. Launched twenty-five years ago, VK has set the bar for knitting, working with the biggest and most talented names in fashion today, including Michael Kors and Anna Sui. Led by Editor Adina Klein, VK is published quarterly.

SoHo Publishing is a established leader in the craft magazine and book publishing arena. SoHo creates and publishes the most widely known and respected magazine titles in the knitting, crochet and handicraft industry. Our expertise also allows us to successfully partner with some of the most recognizable names in the craft and fashion industry to produce customized magazines and books. Originally created as a division of the Butterick Pattern Company, SoHo has been an independent, full-service publishing company since 2001.

When sending us your submission, please take into account the following procedures, which will help us to expedite our communication with you. The more organized and concise your presentation, the more likely we will be to consider your designs. Please bear in mind that we reserve the right to hold and review design submissions until such time as the design selection process is finalized for all publications in a season; this may take up to six months. Please do not telephone or e-mail with inquiries as to the status of your submissions. All submissions will be returned as soon as we are finished with them. Due to space restrictions, we cannot hold all designs that are submitted for the duration of the selection process. Should you receive a few but not all of your submissions back, it means we are holding the balance for possible placement and will return them as soon as the process is complete.


Designs can be either mailed or e-mailed (but not both please). Follow these guidelines for submission:

Mailed Submissions:
• A swatch should always accompany a design sketch. Please staple them together.

• Mount sketches and attach swatches to 8.5" x 11" sheets.

• Make sketches dark enough to photocopy and keep a photocopy of each submission for your own records.

• Print your name, address and phone number clearly on each page.

Include a self-addressed stamped envelope to ensure your swatches and sketches are returned.

• Mail to Vogue Knitting Magazine/Knit Simple/Knit.1, Design Submissions, 233 Spring Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10013

E-mailed Submissions:
• Send clear scanned images of swatches and sketches and be sure that each file is clearly labeled with your name, address and phone number. Also make it clear which sketch and swatch are to accompany each other.

• If necessary, we will request a hard copy of a submission.

• JPGs or PDF files work best for us at 72 dpi only.

• E-mail our design submission department. Please state in the subject line that it is a design submission and for which magazine.

Please be aware that submission of a design does not guarantee publication in the magazine.



Editorial submissions

Both outlines and finished articles on topics related to knitting will be accepted. Please refer to the guidelines below for submission procedures.

All submissions must:
• Include an introductory letter briefly describing your writing experience and the piece submitted.
• Be typed and double-spaced
• Include name, address, phone, and e-mail on each page

If possible, include:
• Writing samples
• Copies of published work

To submit your materials, you can e-mail our Webmaster with "editorial submission" in the subject line or mail to Vogue Knitting Magazine, Article Submissions, 233 Spring Street, 3rd Floor, New York, NY 10013

Article submissions, photos etc. will not be returned. Please be aware that submission of materials does not guarantee inclusion in the magazine.

Tuesday, January 01, 2008

National Park Service Artist in Residence Programs

Multiple Deadlines
Multiple Requirements & Criteria

Artist-In-Residence
National Park Services

The National Park Services offers opportunities for two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, composers, and craft artists to live and work in the parks. There are currently 29 parks participating in the Artist-In-Residence program.

ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, Maine
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, composers
Application deadline: November 1 to January 1 (received)
Residency period: May, early June, September, October
Number & length of residencies: Five to six of three weeks each
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator at Acadia_Information@nps.gov or call 207-288-3338, "O" for operator.
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Acadia National Park, PO Box 177, Eagle Lake Road, Bar Harbor, Maine USA 04609

AMISTAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, Texas
Residencies open to: Artists in a variety of media
Application deadline: March 1 -31 (postmarked or delivered)
Residency period: Fall, winter, spring
Number & length of residencies: Multiple of up to four weeks each
Contact: AIR Coordinator at 830-775-7491 ext. 211 MST or mailto:scarlett_elkins@nps.gov
For additional information, see out website at http://www.nps.gov/amis/supportyourpark/air.htmor write: Artist-In-Residence Program, 4121 Veterans Blvd., Del Rio, Texas USA 78840

BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK, South Dakota
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, scultpors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application Deadline: For Fall residency - July 15 (received); for Spring residency - December 31 (received)
Residency period: (Fall) mid-September to October; (Spring) March to mid-May
Number & length of residencies: Two of four to six weeks each
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator, 605-433-5245 MST or badl_information@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Badlands NP, PO Box 6, Interior, South Dakota USA 57750

BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVER, Arkansas
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: January 31 (postmarked)
Residency period: March - November
Number & length of residencies: Four of up to three weeks each
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator at 870-741-5443 CST or buff_information@nps.gov
Complete details and application form are available at http://www.nps.gov/buff/index.htm
For additional information, write:
Artist-In-Residence Program, Buffalo National River, 402 N. Walnut, Suite 136, Harrison, Arkansas USA 72601

CAPE COD NATIONAL SEASHORE, Massachusetts
This national seashore hosts two individual residency programs.
C-Scape Dune Shack
Residencies open to:
Two dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers
Application deadline: February 15, (postmarked)
Residency period: Year-round
Number & length of residencies: Number varies, from one week to up to three months each
Contact: Tom Boland, Residency Coordinator, at tomboland@mediaone.net
For additional information, write: Provincetown Community Compact, Inc., PO Box 819, Provincetown, Massachusetts USA 02657 (Include a 52-cent stamped self-addressed envelope)
The Margo-Gelb Shack
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, writers, video/filmmakers
Application deadline: February 1(received)
Residency period: Mid-May through mid-October
Number & length of residencies: Six of two weeks each
Contact: Send a 52-cent self-addressed stamped envelope to OCARC, 22 Nelson Avenue, Provincetown, Massachusetts USA 02657

CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK, Ohio
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers, craft artists
Application deadline: (Spring) December 15; (Summer) February 16
Residency period: (Spring) March through May; (Summer) June through September
Number & length of residencies: Two of six to eight weeks each
Contact: Mary Pat Doorley, Cultural Arts Program Manager, at 440-546-5995 CST, or mary_pat_doorley@nps.gov or Joni Starr, Summer Camp & Arts Director, Cuyahoga Valley National Park Association, 330-657-2796 ext. 114 or jstarr@cvnpa.org
For additional information, call 800-642-3297 or write: CVEEC Artist-In-Residence Program, 3675 Oak Hill Road, Peninsula, Ohio USA 44264

DELAWARE WATER GAP NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, New Jersey
Peters Valley Craft Education Center
Residencies open to: Craft artists
Application deadline: Varies - call for information
Residency period: Year-round
Number & length of residencies: Varies - call for information
Contact: Peters Valley at 973-948-5200 EST or pv@warwick.net
For additional information, write: Peters Valley Craft Education Center, 19 Kuhn Road, Layton, New Jersey USA 07851

DENALI NATIONAL PARK AND PRESERVE, Alaska
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, sculptors
Application deadline: January 31 (postmarked)
Residency period: mid-June through mid-September
Number & length of residencies: up to three - 10 days each
Contact: Denali Headquarters at 907-683-2294 AST or DENA_Info@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Denali National Park and Preserve, P.O. Box 9, Denali Park, Alaska USA 99755

DEVILS TOWER NATIONAL MONUMENT, Wyoming
Residencies open to: Writers
Application deadline: April 1 (postmarked)
Residency period: Fall
Number & length of residencies: Two of one week each
Contact: Christine Czazasty at 307-467-5283, ext. 224, MST or christine_czazasty@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Writers-In-Residence Program, Devils Tower National Monument, PO Box 10, Devils Tower, Wyoming USA 82714

EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK, Florida
Residencies open to: Visual Artists, photographers, sculptors, writers, filmmakers, and composers.
Application deadline: October 1
Residency period: Year-round
Number & length of residencies: Six residents, two to four weeks each
Contact: AIRIE Program Coordinator, 305-242-7750 EST or EVER_Interpretation@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence-In-Everglades, Everglades National Park, 40001 State Road 9336, Homestead, FL 33034. AIRIE applications are available on-line at: http://www.nps.gov/ever/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm

GLACIER NATIONAL PARK, Montana
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: March 1
Residency period: Summer
Number & length of residencies: Number varies, two weeks each
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator at 406-888-7942 MST or matt_graves@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Glacier National Park, P.O. Box 128, West Glacier, Montana USA 59936

GOLDEN GATE NATIONAL RECREATION AREA, California
Headlands Center for the Arts
Residencies open to: California, North Carolina, New Jersey, and Ohio two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers (Each state has individual eligibility requirements)
Application deadline:
First Friday in June
Residency period:
Febraury through November
Number & length of residencies:
Thirty of one to eleven months each
Contact:
Holly Blake at 415-331-2787, ext. 24, PST or hblake@headlands.org
For additional information, write:
Holly Blake, Residency Manager, Headlands Center for the Arts, 944 Fort Barry, Sausalito, California USA 94965

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, North Rim, Arizona
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performing artists, writers, musicians/composers
Application deadline: April 1, 2007
Residency period: Three week periods
Number & length of residencies: Five (5) residencies; first begining in Spetember, 2007, the remaining four (4) from Spring 2008-August 2008.
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator at 928-638-7739
For additional information, write: Coordinator, Artist-In-Residence Program, P.O. Box 129, Community Building, Grand Canyon, AZ 86023

HERBERT HOOVER NATIONAL HISTORICAL SITE, Iowa
Residencies open to: Writers, composers, and all visual and performing artists
Application deadline: March 1, 2008
Residency period: May through October
Number & length of residencies: Two (2) of two to four weeks each
Contact: Adam Prato at 319-643-7855 CST
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Herbert Hoover National Historical Site, 110 Parkside Drive, PO Box 607, West Branch, Iowa USA 52358

HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK, Arkansas
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, craft artists, video/filmakers, performers, writers, poets, and composers.
Application deadline: February 1
Residency period: Call or write for details
Number & length of residencies: Several of two to four weeks each
Contact: Jeff Heitzman at 501-620-6707 or mailto:jeff_heitzman@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, attn: Volunteer Coordinator, Hot Springs National Park, 101 Reserve Street, Hot Springs, AR 71901

INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE, Indiana
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: March 1 (postmarked)
Residency period: 2 - 4 weeks; June through September
Contact: Elizabeth Hertel at 219-926-7561, ext. 225 CST or indu_communications@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, 1100 North Mineral Springs Road, Porter, Indiana USA 46304-1299

ISLE ROYALE NATIONAL PARK, Michigan
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: Febrary 16 (postmarked)
Residency period: June through early September
Number & length of residencies: Five - two to three weeks each
Contact: Greg Blust at 906-487-7152 EDT or greg_blust@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Isle Royale National Park, 800 East Lakeshore Drive, Houghton, Michigan USA 49931-1895
Website: www.nps.gov/isro

JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK, California
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, writers, video/filmmakers
Application deadline: Accepted year-round
Residency period: October through May
Number & length of residencies: Four to six of four weeks each
Contact: Tim Terrell at 760-367-5539 PST or artmojave@aol.com
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Joshua Tree National Park, 74485 National Park Drive, Twenty-Nine Palms, California USA 92277

MAMMOTH CAVE NATIONAL PARK, Kentucky
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, video/filmmakers
Application deadline: Three months prior to requested residency
Residency period: Year-round (Spring or Fall suggested)
Number & length of residencies: Number varies, two to four weeks each
Contact: MaryAnne Davis at 270-785-2254 CST or maryanne_davis@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Mammoth Cave National Park, Mammoth Cave, Kentucky USA 42259

MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, South Dakota
Residencies open to: Traditional sculptors working in stone, stone carving instructors
Application deadline: For Summer residency watch for announcement on www.usajobs.opm.gov; between December and early February; Fall residency submit resume postmarked May 1
Residency period: Late May through early October
Number & length of residencies: Two total; Summer residency is 12-16 weeks (paid), Fall residency is one week (unpaid)
Contact: Darrell Martin at 605-574-3182 MST or mailto:nichole_andler@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, 13000 Hwy. 244, Bldg. 31, Suite 1, Keystone, South Dakota USA 57751

NORTH CASCADES NATIONAL PARK, Washington
Residencies open to: Practicing artists with a portfolio of published, performed, or exhibited works. Applications are accepted from visual artists, writers, musicians, and other creative individuals.
Application deadline: February 1 for spring residencies and July 1 for fall residencies.
Residency period: April/May and September/October.
Number & length of residencies : Two residencies of 4-6 weeks each in two separate areas of the park, for a total of four annual residencies.
Contact: Charles Beall at 360-856-5700 x.365, mailto:charles_beall@nps.gov, 810 State Route 20, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
For additional information: Brochure
For application information: Application

PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE, Michigan
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers
Application deadline: December 31 (postmarked)
Residency period: September or October
Number & length of residencies: One of four weeks
Contact: Gregg Bruff at 906-387-2607 EST or gregg_bruff@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore, PO Box 40, Munising, Michigan USA 49862

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK, Colorado
Residencies open to: Professional Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: December 5, 2003 (postmarked deadline on application for the 2004 season)
Residency period: Early June through late September
Number & length of residencies: Five to eight of two weeks each
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Coordinator at 970-586-1206 MST
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, 1000 Highway 36, Estes Park, Colorado USA 80517

SAINT-GAUDENS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, New Hampshire
Residencies open to: Sculptors
Application deadline: Varies, call for information
Residency period: June through October
Number & length of residencies: One of 12 to 24 weeks
Contact: Gregory Schwarz at 603-675-2175, ext. 107, EST or gregory_c_schwarz@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Saint Gaudens National Historic Site, RR 3, Box 73, Cornish, New Hampshire USA 03603

SLEEPING BEAR DUNES NATIONAL LAKESHORE, Michigan
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, writers, composers
Application deadline: April 15 (postmarked)
Residency period: September - October
Number & length of residencies: Two of three weeks each
Contact: Lisa Myers at 231-326-5134 or mailto:michael_duwe@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore, 9922 Front Street, Empire, Michigan USA 49630

VOYAGEURS NATIONAL PARK, Minnesota
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors, performers, writers, video/filmmakers, composers
Application deadline: February 15 (postmarked)
Residency period: August
Number & length of residencies: Two of two weeks each
Contact: Teri Tucker at 218-283-9821 CST or mailto:lynn_lufbery@nps.gov
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Voyageurs National Park, 3131 Highway 53, International Falls, Minnesota USA 56649-8904

WEIR FARM NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE, Connecticut
Residencies open to: Visual artists (including printmakers & painters), photographers, sculptors, video/filmmakers
Application deadline: January 15, July 15 (postmarked)
Residency period: Year-round
Number & length of residencies: One or two artists at a time for residencies of two to four weeks.
Contact: Constance Evans or Amy Allen at 203-761-9945 EST
For additional information, write: Artist-In-Residence Program, Weir Farm Trust, 735 Nod Hill Road, Wilton, Connecticut USA 06897 (include a stamped, self-addressed envelope)

WHISKEYTOWN NATIONAL RECREATIONA AREA, California
Residencies open to: two-dimensional visual artists, sculptors & photographers
Application deadline: January 15 (postmarked)
Residency period: Fall, Winter, Spring
Number & length of residencies: Two to four selected for a period of two to three weeks
Contact: Artist-In-Residence Program Coordinator, (530)242-3421
For additional information, write:
Artist-In-Residence Program, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area, P.O. Box 188, Whiskeytown, CA 96095 or visit www.nps.gov/whis/supportyourpark/volunteer.htm


YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, California
Residencies open to: Two-dimensional visual artists, photographers, sculptors
Application deadline: July 15 (received)
Residency period: Year-round
Number & length of residencies: Four to ten of up to one month each
Contact: Send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to Yosemite Renaissance, PO Box 100, Yosemite National Park, California USA 95389


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