Friday, September 18, 2015

Back to Life_Back to Reality

Hello Friends:

We are back from an extended (unannounced) hiatus. Regular updates have finally resumed. We just needed a break to take care of a long list of behind the scenes matters.

This posting focuses on October 2015 deadlines; subsequent postings shall cover a broader spectrum.

We hope everyone had a lovely Summer (or Winter for our friends Down Under). Thanks for sticking with us. There is more to come!


XOXO,

Elise N.




Generations: 40 Hues Between Black and White_Open Call

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}


Open Call
Generations: 40 Hues Between Black and White
Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA)

Santa Ana, CA
December 5 - 19, 2015



The theme:

This year marks the fortieth anniversary of the beginning of the exodus of over a million Vietnamese people to other countries for political, economic, and other reasons following the end of the Vietnam conflict. For some, the irrevocable changes that accompanied the conflict’s end resulted in the loss of a way of life. For others, it ushered in new beginnings. And for many, both were equally true.

This exhibition aims to present a survey of the thematic concerns of artists of Vietnamese heritage AND artists inspired by Vietnam over the past forty years. Themes such as change, displacement, identity, and memory are particularly relevant. By presenting many “hues” of artworks, we hope to express the multiplicity of generations of artists and viewpoints, and to counter black-or-white, good-or-bad judgment and politics. Works of art produced in any media since 1975 will be considered.

All Media will be considered.

Open internationally.

Open to artists from every country, shipping costs are paid for by the artist, both to and from the gallery. No exceptions, the venues do not have funds for shipping of accepted artwork.

Entry Fee: $15 per piece 20 piece maximum. Entry fee is non-refundable, and does not guarantee acceptance.

Curated By: Dinh Q. Lê and Stephen Anderson

Online entry at CAFÉ

Visit website for additional details: www.occca.org



Orange County Center for Contemporary Art (OCCCA)
117 North Sycamore St
Santa Ana, CA 92701 USA
714-667-1517
Info.occca@gmail.com


The Harpo Foundation: Emerging Artist Residency Fellowship

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}


Emerging Artist Residency Fellowship
The Harpo Foundation

Santa Fe Art Institute



The Harpo Foundation’s Emerging Artist Residency Fellowship at the Santa Fe Art Institute (SFAI) was established in 2013 to provide an annual opportunity to an emerging visual artist 25 years and older who needs time and space to explore ideas and start new projects. Artist Fellows will receive a one-month residency at the Santa Fe Art Institute, which includes a room with private bath, a beautiful, well-lit studio space, and a $500 travel stipend.

There are no requirements on the work produced during their time at SFAI. One Fellowship is awarded annually to emerging artists who demonstrate: Strong artistic ability and promise and an evolving practice this is at a pivotal moment in its development.

Application Process and Deadlines:

The 2015 application deadline is Friday, October 1, 2015. Artists must apply online. To find out more about this opportunity, please contact Residency Program Manager Nina Elder at (505) 424-5050 or nelder@sfai.org at the Santa Fe Art Institute.

www.harpofoundation.org/emerging-artist-fellowship

sfai.org/residencies/fellowships

NARS Foundation: International Artist Residency Program

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}


International Artist Residency Program
NARS Foundation

Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Season I (January – March, 2016) &
Season II (April – June, 2016)



Our residency program supports emerging and mid-career artists and is open to both International and US-Based artists, creating an international artistic dialogue and exchange. We offer 24/7 access to 280 – 325 sq ft studio spaces in our diverse artist community in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. Our residency artists benefit from our community driven program and the ongoing dialogue between fellow residency artists. Residents also have the advantage of working alongside emerging and established NYC based artists in our studio facilities, who retain space year round.

While experimenting and creating new work in the studio, artists are encouraged to engage with the public and share new work through public events, artist presentations, group outings and tours, and studio visits with curators, gallerists, and arts administrators. These personal one-on-one studio visits provide intimate space and time to form connections and expand networks. Connections formed during studio visits have resulted in future exhibition opportunities and collaborations for artists during and after they have finished their residency at NARS.


ELIGIBILITY: Artists who are currently based in the U.S. are eligible to apply. Applicants do not have to be citizens or permanent residents. However, they must already be legally residing in the U.S. and be able to provide a current U.S. mailing address. All information provided on the application form, C.V. and support materials must be in English. Applicants may not hold concurrent appointments at other residency programs during the term of their residency at the NARS Foundation. If selected into the program, the applicant is expected to start the program for the season that he/she is selected. Deferment is not an option for U.S.-Based applicants. Students are not eligible.

ARTIST RESIDENCY FELLOWSHIP for U.S.-BASED APPLICANTS: NARS currently offers three-month Full and Partial Fellowship residencies to U.S.-based applicants for 2016 Season I (January – March, 2016) & Season II (April – June, 2016).

Application Fee: $35.00

Application & Guidelines:

US-Based Artist Application Guidelines

International Artist Application Guidelines


Visit website for additional details: narsfoundation.org/programs



Studio Residency in Malmö, Sweden

Deadline: October 1, 2015 {ONLINE}


Studio Residency in Malmö, Sweden
Women's Studio Workshop

Rosendale, NY
July 2016



This four-week residency in Malmö, Sweden is an unprecedented opportunity for artists working in print media and sculpture.

WSW has initiated a studio residency exchange with two not-for-profit collaborative workspaces: KKV Grafik Studio and Sculpture Workshop Monumental. Artists can choose to work in one or both studios, depending on their projects. Orientation to each studio is provided, however selected artists must be able to work independently and be familiar with the printmaking and/or sculpture processes they’ll be utilizing. Additional charges may apply if the selected artist needs professional assistance.

Both studios are located in the same building, and artists have 24-hour access to the facilities. Housing is provided in the building’s Sculpture studio section and travel costs, food, and materials are paid by the artist-in-residence.

Applications due: October 1, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by December 1
Length of residency: 4 weeks
Residency occurs: July of the year following application

Application must include:
•A current resume
•A one-sentence project summary followed by a half-page project description (12pt type or larger)
•Up to ten images of recent work (digital specifications here)
•An image script, which should include the title, medium, dimension, and date of each image



Submit application online: http://womensstudioworkshop.submittable.com/submit

Visit website for more information: http://www.wsworkshop.org/residencies/studio-residency-in-malmo-sweden/




31st Annual Exhibition Miniature Art 2015

Deadline: October 2, 2015 {RECEIVE} or {HAND DELIVERY}


31st Annual Exhibition Miniature Art 2015
Council for the Arts

Chambersburg, PA
November 6, 2015 - January 8, 2016



Miniatures are jewel-like and detailed, and must be created with sound aesthetic principles. Miniature art has a long history, going back many centuries to the civilizations of China, Egypt and Greece, among many others. Miniature art is relevant in modern times, placing fine original art of national stature within the reach of many collectors.


Eligibility and Media
1. Art work must be created by artists living in the USA; it must be original (no copies) and completed within the past 2 years. All works will be juried for acceptance into the exhibit. All works must be for sale, and not previously exhibited in the Council's Miniature Art exhibitions. All works not sold will be shipped back on or before Jan. 19, 2016.

2. All fine art media are acceptable; no crafts, jewelry, photography, laser prints or computer-generated artwork. Sculpture is welcome.

3. Image size must be no greater than 4" x 6", not to exceed 24 square inches; outside of framed pieces must be no greater than 6" x 8", not to exceed 48 square inches. Mats & frames should be delicate and in proportion to the work. Sculpture should not exceed 5" in any dimension, or 125 cubic inches.

4. All 2-dimensional work must be suitably framed, with screw-eyes and wire for hanging. Sculpture should be on a base; base may be larger than 5", but must be in proportion to the work.


Judge
Brian Young, curator, University of Maryland University College in Adelphi, MD.


Entry Fee

The entry fee for 1-4 works is $25; an additional $15 will be charged for return shipping and insurance on works not hand delivered.

Awards
Judging will be done not by medium, but by overall quality. Best of Show ($300), 3 Merit Awards ($100 each) and Honorable Mentions will be awarded by the judge. A program book listing all works and award winners in the show will be printed and sent to all artists who have entered.

Sales
A 35% commission will be charged on all sales. The price listed on the entry form is the retail price, which includes commission.

Download Entry Form: www.councilforthearts.net/Entry-form-Miniature-Art-2015.pdf

Visit website for more information: www.councilforthearts.net

Call 717-264-6883 with any questions, or send email to programs@councilforthearts.net


Council for the Arts
159 S. Main Street
Chambersburg, PA 17201




Manifest Gallery: MACROscope

Deadline: October 2, 2015 {ONLINE}


Call for Submissions
MACROscope
Manifest Gallery

Cincinnati, OH
November 6, 2015 to December 4, 2015



MACROSCOPE is a gallery exhibit that seeks works of art of any medium, style, or genre, which explore big ideas. This is open to very wide interpretation, and may be descriptive, symbolic, or literal in representing or embodying grand ideas themselves, or the process of considering them.

This exhibit has no predefined expectation for type, style, or media of work to be considered or selected. Submissions can range from the most traditional to the most conceptual, abstract, technical, or experimental. The only criteria is that works must in some way represent or address the stated theme.


ELIGIBILITY
MACROSCOPE is open to everyone. Professionals as well as students are encouraged to enter. The only limitation is that entries must represent original works of art that address the stated theme. There is no size restriction, other than what can fit through our doors or hang on our walls. (Gallery floor plan). If in doubt about very large works fitting the gallery, contact us to inquire. There is no date restriction.

MEDIA
Open to all traditional and non-traditional genre and media (2D, 3D, video, etc.). Manifest's carefully assembled juries change from project to project, and have no collective predisposition towards any particular kind or style of art.


ENTRY FEE
$36 for up to three entries submitted. $10 per each additional entry. Fees are non-refundable.


Online Entry Form: http://www.manifestgallery.org/macroscope/entry.html


Visit website for complete details: www.manifestgallery.org



Manifest Gallery
2727 woodburn avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45206

Manifest
Drawing Center
4905 whetsel avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45227




Purdue University Galleries: Sixty Square Inches

Deadline: October 2, 2015 {ONLINE}


Sixty Square Inches
18th North American Small Print Exhibition
Purdue University Galleries

Robert L. Ringel Gallery, Stewart Center
West Lafayette, IN
January 11 to February 20, 2016



Purdue University Galleries has been committed to providing a showcase for the best of small-scale contemporary printmaking.

Eligibility
Open to artists over the age of 18 residing in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Entries must be original fine art prints in any media. Image size may not exceed 60 square inches (height x width). For three-dimensional prints, the multiple of the two largest dimensions may not exceed 60 square inches. Current faculty, staff, and students at Purdue University are ineligible.

Juror: Kim Vito, Professor of Art and co-head of Printmaking at Wright State University in Dayton, Ohio.

Awards/Sales
Purchase awards and Awards of Merit totaling over $3000 will be presented at the discretion of the juror. The Purdue University Galleries are committed to the practice of acquiring new works and building their collection of contemporary North American printmaking. We enjoy the benefit of community support that allows for the acquisition of individual works of art.

Sales will be encouraged. All work will be considered for sale unless otherwise indicated. Purdue University Galleries will not take a commission from the purchase of works from the exhibition.

ENTRIES ACCEPTED ONLINE (only): https://purdueuniversitygalleries.submittable.com/submit

Visit website for complete details: www.cla.purdue.edu/galleries/SixtySquareInches

For more information, contact:
Craig Martin, Director
cdmartin@purdue.edu


Women's Studio Workshop: Art-in-Ed Workspace Residency

Two Deadlines: {ONLINE}

October 15, 2015 [Spring Residency]
March 15, 2016 [Fall Residency]


Art-in-Ed Workspace Residency
Women's Studio Workshop

Rosendale, NY
January through April, 2016



The Art-in-Ed Workspace Residency is a four- to five-week opportunity for artists with teaching experience; knowledge of intaglio, silkscreen, or hand papermaking; and an interest in creating their own work while also working with local school students. Artists can work on their own projects in any of our studio disciplines.

Our Art-in-Education (AIE) program is a model for arts education and operates in conjunction with the Kingston City School District. AIE provides a high quality arts experience by bringing students to a professional artist’s workspace and giving them concentrated time to learn printmaking, papermaking, and book arts.


Spring residency:

During a five-week residency, artists teach in WSW’s studios two days/week for three weeks and visit the students twice in school. In exchange for teaching, residents receive onsite housing and 24/7 studio access during non-AIE sessions. Spring residents work with elementary and/or middle school students.


Fall residency:

During a four-week residency, artists teach in WSW’s studios one day/week for four weeks. Fall residents pay $300 for the full residency, in exchange for onsite housing and 24/7 studio access during non-AIE sessions. Fall residents work with high school students.


Spring applications due by: October 15, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by December 1
Length of residency: 5 weeks
Residency occurs: the school year following application, January through April

Fall applications due by: March 15, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by June 1
Length of residency: 4 weeks
Residency occurs: the school year following application, September through December


Application must include:
•A current resume
•A one-page description of the project, including the studio you’d like to work in and your teaching experience
•Up to ten images of recent work (digital specifications here)
•An image script, which should include the title, medium, dimension, and date of each image



Submit application online: http://womensstudioworkshop.submittable.com/submit/33631 [SPRING RESIDENCY ONLY]

Visit website for more information: http://www.wsworkshop.org/residencies/art-in-ed-workspace-residency/


Women's Studio Workshop: Ora Schneider Regional Residency Grant

Deadline: October 15, 2015 {ONLINE}


Ora Schneider Regional Residency Grant
Women's Studio Workshop

Rosendale, NY
September through June 2016



The Ora Schneider Regional Grant is a month-long residency for artists residing in Greene, Columbia, Delaware, Dutchess, Ulster, Sullivan, and Orange counties. Gail Schneider Matlin—a gifted artist, former WSW board member, and daughter of Ora Schneider—funds these residencies to honor her mother’s long-time commitment to our community’s cultural life.

WSW awards this residency to two artists, who may choose to work in any of our studio disciplines. Priority will be given to artists with experience and a working knowledge of etching, intaglio, or monoprint; letterpress; papermaking; screenprinting; photography; or ceramics.

This grant includes a $1500 stipend and 24/7 studio access. We understand that applicants may not be close enough for a daily commute, so free onsite housing can also be arranged.


Application due: October 15, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by January 31
Residency length: 1 month
Residency occurs: the year after application, September through June

Application must include:
•A current resume
•A one-page description of the project, including the studio you’d like to work in (no more than 200 words)
•Up to ten images of recent work
•An image script, which should include the title, medium, dimension, and date of each image


Submit application online: http://womensstudioworkshop.submittable.com/submit/33632

Visit website for more information: http://www.wsworkshop.org/residencies/ora-schneider-regional-residency-grant/


Women's Studio Workshop: Studio Workspace Residency

Two Deadlines: {ONLINE}

Spring Session: October 15, 2015
Fall Session: March 15, 2016


Studio Workspace Residency
Women's Studio Worksho
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Rosendale, NY
February through June, 2016



The Studio Workspace Residency is a four- to six-week opportunity for artists to work in any of our studio disciplines: intaglio, letterpress, papermaking, screenprinting, photography, or ceramics.

For this residency, artists pay $200/week, plus materials, in exchange for onsite housing and 24/7 studio access. Artists are given a thorough studio orientation at the beginning of their residency, but should be able to work independently. WSW can provide technical assistance and instruction for $50/hour.

An outside jury chooses the residency recipients.


Spring applications due: October 15, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by December 1
Length of residency: 4-6 weeks
Residency occurs: the year following application, February through June

Fall applications due: March 15, midnight EST
Notification date: via email by June 1
Length of residency: 4-6 weeks
Residency occurs: the year following application, September through January


Application must include:
•A current resume
•A one-page project description, including the studio you’d like to work in and your level of experience (no more than 100 words)
•Up to ten images of recent work (digital specifications here)
•An image script, which should include the title, medium, dimension, and date of each image

Submit application online: http://womensstudioworkshop.submittable.com/submit/31306
[SPRING RESIDENCY ONLY]

Visit website for more information: http://www.wsworkshop.org/residencies/studio-workspace-residency/



Call for Submissions: Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery

Deadline: October 24, 2015 {POSTMARK} or {DROPBOX}


Call for Submissions
Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery

Coker College
Hartsville, SC
2016/2017 Exhibition Season



Coker College uses the Cecelia Coker Bell Gallery to broaden exposure to artists with regional, national, and international reputations. The Gallery is also the primary venue for faculty shows, senior shows, student competitions, and student summer shows. Works exhibited in our gallery are for sale; however, we do not focus on sales and sales are not common. Coker's exhibition review committee selects thought provoking art that challenges and inspires. With this in mind, our review committee looks for innovative works of art by artists who desire exposure in an academic setting.

Next Review Deadline: Postmarked no later than October 24, 2015 for the 2016/2017 exhibition season.

What you send and where to send (truncated)
Two ways to submit:
  1. Upload 10-15 images, image list, and CV to Dropbox.com and share folder with artgallery@coker.edu or ashely.gillespie@coker.edu
  2. OR
  3. Send same to:
    Ashely Gillespie, Exhibition Director
    Coker College Art Dept.
    300 East College Ave.
    Hartsville, SC 29550
    (SASE if you want it returned).

Reviews, web pages, and catalogs are welcome supplementary information but are not required or expected.

Media: We accept works in all media.

We Provide:
  • $300.00 towards shipping (total)
  • $200.00 for artists who give a gallery talk/presentation during their show
  • Color poster (at our cost): the color posters are a small run that we have printed (professional full color digital printer) for display around campus and we set aside a few of these for the artists' use, at no charge. The artist can arrange for a larger run from our printer if willing to assume cost of the extra posters.
  • Reception for show opening

Visit website for complete details and to download prospectus: www.ceceliacokerbellgallery.com




Call for Artists_River of Change: An Exploration of the James River through Art

Deadline: October 30, 2015 {EMAIL}


Call for Artists
River of Change: An Exploration of the James River through Art

Rotating History Project
Jamestown Settlement Museum
Williamsburg, VA
January, 2017


The Rotating History Project is taking proposals for a forthcoming exhibition entitled “River of Change: An Exploration of the James River through Art.” The exhibited is planned to open in January of 2017, at the Jamestown Settlement Museum, located in Williamsburg, Virginia. Sitting adjacent to the James River—the site of the country’s first permanent English settlement—the Jamestown Settlement Museum’s mission is to foster an awareness and understanding of the early history, settlement, and development of the United States through the convergence of American Indian, European, and African cultures.

Artists working in a broad range of mediums are being sought for the Museum’s James River exhibition. Curators are looking to represent the following themes related to the James River, which when collectively displayed will create a view of the James from a variety of angles and points in time:

◦Powhatan Indians and earliest populations’ relationship to the James River (Paleo Indians/the Powhatan Confederacy/today’s Virginia Indians)
◦The relationship of the first English settlers and Europeans to the James River
◦Africans and African Americans in relationship to the James River (from the earliest inhabitants to modern day)
◦Slavery/Servitude/Class on the River
◦Wildlife of the tributary, including flora and fauna
◦Trade, labor and commerce as it relates to the River and its people through history and up through today.
◦Environmental issues through the centuries/Development and preservation efforts

A predetermined stipend to help offset costs of materials and travel will be provided. All mediums are welcomed, including 2D and 3D, film, music, installation, performances, lectures and all other forms of writing/dialogue, such as oral histories.

This exhibition is part of a larger group of happenings curated by the Rotating History Project. Through various artistic mediums, the Rotating History Project aims to draw attention to the threads running through our history, culture and environment.

Proposals should be sent via email and include the following:
◦A Word doc or PDF including a description of the intended project in 500 words or less.
◦Artist’s resume including all relevant websites
◦Up to 5 jpeg or PDF images of proposed work OR jpegs/PDFs of up to 5 previous works.

All proposals and jpeg/PDFs should be emailed to rotatinghistoryartproject@gmail.com

For additional information and updates please visit: rotatinghistoryproject.org

For questions email: rotatinghistoryartproject@gmail.com

Download the Prospectus: call-for-artists-river-of-change2.pdf