PULP: BOOK & PAPER ARTS (Innovative and Traditional)

DEADLINE: February 23, 2024 (ONLINE)


PULP: BOOK & PAPER ARTS (Innovative and Traditional)
Sebastopol Center for the Arts
Sebastopol, CA
April 6, 2024 - May 5, 2024


A Call for Book & Paper Arts. Book Arts: Handmade artist's books or book art objects, showing excellence in bookmaking or altered book techniques, including books made of any medium (not just paper), as well as the art & craft of letterpress printing, bookbinding, book art sculptures, etc. Paper Arts, including innovative or traditional explorations of paper sculpture, papermaking, etc.

ELIGIBILITY:
- Open to artists worldwide.
- Maximum of 3 pieces (artworks) per artist.
- Wall mounted work must include fixtures and be ready to hang.
- All work must be original (i.e. no reproductions of original artwork).
- All work must not have been previously shown in the Sebastopol Arts Gallery.

Juror: Donna Seager of Seager Gray Gallery

Awards: 1st Place $500, 2nd Place $300, 3rd Place $100, and two $50 Coordinators’ Awards.

Entry-Fees SebArts Members: $25 for one entry/$35 for two entries/$40 for three entries.

Entry Fees Non-Members: $35 for one entry/$45 for two entries/$50 for three entries.
Note: Seb Arts Individual Membership is $75/year. Joining upon submission is encouraged (though not required).


Website: https://www.sebarts.org/call-for-entries
Prospectus: https://www.sebarts.org/s/Pulp-Prospectus-and-open-calldocx.pdf
Online Application: https://www.entrythingy.com/d=sebarts.org#dashboard


Exhibit Coordinator
Renée Owen (reneeowen@sbcglobal.net)

Assistant Coordinators
Rachel Laufer (r.laufer0813@gmail.com)
Darcy Crowshaw (waldshaw@comcast.net

Questions
Email: shainaw@sebarts.org


Sebastopol Center for the Arts
282 S. High Street
Sebastopol, CA 95472
(707) 829-4797
info@sebarts.org

National Sculpture Society Augusta Savage Grant

DEADLINE: March 4, 2024 (ONLINE)


The Augusta Savage Grant
National Sculpture Society
New York, NY


The Augusta Savage Grant is an unrestricted prize of $2,500 Awarded annually for Excellence in Sculpture.

National Sculpture Society is presenting a $2,500 grant to be awarded to a talented emerging sculptor who self identifies as Black or African American. A racially diverse jury of three sculptors and/or curators, including at least two of whom are Black or African American, will review applications and select one winner. Applicants must be citizens of or residents in the United States with a social security number. Works inspired by nature are preferred. Sculpture may be in any media

Submission materials:
JPEG (.jpg) images of five to ten works (please submit at least two views of sculpture if the sculpture is in the round – a maximum of 30 images).
Sculpture may be in any media
An Artist Statement
A brief CV summarizing your career path

Website: https://nationalsculpture.org/programs-awards/savage_grant/

Submit Online: https://nationalsculpture.org/entry-thingy/


National Sculpture Society
6 East 39th Street, Suite 903
New York, NY 10016
212-764-5645

Fiber Art Now 2024 Public Installation Grant

DEADLINE: March 15, 2024 (ONLINE)


Fiber Art Now 2024 Grant Opportunities
Public Installation Grant
Fiber Art Now
Eugene, OR
Dates to Apply: 2/1/24 – 3/15/24


Public Installation Grant
Engaging the public with fiber art and sharing the work of our artists with diverse audiences are important core values of Fiber Art Now. This grant supports the creation of temporary or permanent fiber art installations. Funds may be used toward materials, artist stipends, installation costs, or educational programming for the work. Artists must provide documentation of agreement for the work to be installed in a public space or at an institution accessible to the public.

Fiber Art Now offers seven annual grant opportunities to support artists and organizations. Artists who are addressing challenging issues within under-served communities and diverse cultures are encouraged to apply.

Fiber Art Now is a visually rich publication. Therefore, preference will be given to applicants who include their website or Instagram links so images related to their application can be viewed. Both Fiber Art Now subscribers and non-subscribers are invited to apply.

AWARD: $300

Website: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grants/

APPLY: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grantsapp/

Fiber Art Now
PO Box 10796
Eugene, OR 97440
541.222.0708
support@fiberartnow.net

Center for Book Arts 2024 Education Internships -- Summer 2024

DEADLINE: March 25, 2024 via Email


Center for Book Arts
2024 Education Internships
New York, NY
Summer 2024


Center for Book Arts seeks an Education Intern Summer 2024

Skills & Qualifications
Currently enrolled or recently graduated undergraduate in Education, Arts Education, Book Arts, or related discipline.
Internships for course credit can be discussed.
Interest and/or experience in arts nonprofit administration, art education, and book arts.
Familiarity with bookbinding or printmaking processes a plus; desire to learn these a plus
Ability to work independently
Knowledge/experience of working with project management platforms, marketing systems including Buffer and/or Constant Contact, and marketing via social media and email. Desire to learn these skills/gain experience in this area a plus.

Responsibilities
Monitor front-facing email inbox, forward inquiries and respond as necessary
Draft weekly email newsletter promoting upcoming workshops; monitor online engagement and prioritize workshops/events for promotion.
Send confirmation and follow-up emails to students and instructors for all workshops.
Create 4–5 social media posts per week promoting upcoming workshops and classes; develop targeted marketing strategies for our audiences.
Monitor enrollment in workshops and assist in updating and tracking enrollment and revenue numbers.
Ongoing organization and file management of photos and marketing assets used to promote CBA workshops.
Serve as a representative of Center for Book Arts at our front desk entrance area, engage with visitors, artists in residence, studio renters, and the general public, share information about Center for Book Arts and make sales from our bookshop.

Compensation
This internship is unpaid
Interns receive 25% off classes and our bookshop and can exchange volunteer hours for studio time.
The internship may qualify for academic credit if desired. If taken for academic credit the student must arrange details with the home academic institution.
Interns are responsible for securing their own housing and transportation.

Time Requirement
One to two days per week, between Tuesday and Saturday, 10am–6pm.
Working hours and days are flexible and can be determined based on intern’s availability.
Summer Internship takes place between May 17 – August 24, 2024
Please note that this internship will take place in-person at Center for Book Arts.

Deadline to submit applications for Summer 2024: Monday, March 25, 2024

 

To apply please email a brief cover letter and resume to Caroline Wood, Educational Programs Manager, caroline@centerforbookarts.org

In the subject line of your email, please indicate which internship period you are applying to Summer 2024.

Website: https://centerforbookarts.org/calendar/education-internship-application-deadline

Center for Book Arts
28 West 27th St, 3rd Fl
New York, NY 10001
212-481-0295


 

2024 Botanical Art & Illustration Exhibition

DEADLINE: March 28, 2024 (ONLINE)


2024 - Botanical Art & Illustration
In Gallery + Online Exhibition
Las Laguna Gallery
Laguna Beach, CA
Exhibition: May 2, 2024 to May 31, 2024


Las Laguna Gallery is seeking works that explore plants. Any works that highlights flowers, plants, trees, leaves, cactus, succulents, etc. will be considered.  Acceptable mediums include Acrylic, Airbrush, Alcohol Ink, Bronze, Charcoal, Collage, Color Pencil, Computer Art, Digital Art, Digital Photography, Drawings, Encaustic, Fiber Arts, Glass Art, Graphite, Gouache, Illustration, Mixed Media, New Media, Oil, Pastel, Pen and Ink, Photo Assemblage, Printmaking, Quilts, Scratchboard, Sculpture, Traditional Photography, Video, or Watercolor.

Note: All artists who submit to this show will be accepted and have at least one of their submitted works posted and promoted on our website and to our client list. A select number of artists will be chosen to send their work to the gallery for the in-person exhibition at our brick and mortar gallery in Laguna Beach, California.

Commission: 65% to the Artist

Website: https://www.laslagunaartgallery.com/botanical

Enter Botanical Using Submittable: https://laslagunagallery.submittable.com/submit/277637/2024-botanical


LAS LAGUNA ART GALLERY
577 South Coast Highway, Suite A1
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Tel: 949.505.0950
laslagunaartgallery@gmail.com

Center for Contemporary Printmaking Artist-in-Residence Program

DEADLINE: April 1, 2024 (ONLINE)


Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Artist-in-Residence Program
Norwalk, CT
Session 4 (Fall):  September – November


The Artist-in-Residence Program (AIR) at the Center for Contemporary Printmaking takes place in the recently remodeled Helen Frankenthaler Printmaking Cottage. Within this space artists have the opportunity to produce a body of work in a supportive atmosphere for creative growth and development—using traditional as well as innovative printmaking techniques. The intention of the residency is to offer artists uninterrupted time and privacy 24/7 in a well-equipped studio with onsite living accommodations. This residency has proven to be an ideal opportunity for experimentation and collaboration. Artists can add to their work practice, explore new mediums, create an edition, or otherwise advance their printmaking skills. CCP strives to advance outcomes from the residency that stimulate original and inventive work that the artist might not otherwise have attempted absent these amenities.

RESIDENCY STRUCTURE & SESSION SCHEDULE
Session 4 (Fall): September – November (Deadline to apply APRIL 1st)
Duration: Artists applying may request a one or two week stay during these periods.

Community Engagement: One of the goals of our residency programs is engaging our local community in an exchange of ideas and techniques. Artists participating in any of CCP’s residencies will have the opportunity to conduct a studio talk or teach a workshop for CCP artists/members and other artists in the Norwalk community and greater New York metropolitan area. CCP will work with the artist to schedule and promote the additional programming through various outreach methods, including social media, to ensure a broad audience.

Edition Expectations: A print or set of prints created during the residency will be retained by CCP to be Sincluded in our print archive as a record of the artist’s time at CCP.

For questions regarding Residencies, please email air@contemprints.org

Apply online (via Google Forms): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeruRviH0Tk1hP6tFkVHzcKoTGLkFl_SYEkEFQ0R18g7Mlk2Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

Pay the $35 application fee: https://one.contemprints.org/civicrm/contribute/transact/?reset=1&id=8


Complete Residency details: https://contemprints.org/artist-in-residence-program/residency-application/


Center for Contemporary Printmaking
Mathews Park, 299 West Avenue
Norwalk, CT 06850
phone 203.899.7999
fax 203.899.7997
info@contemprints.org

Fiber Art Now 2024 Operating Expenses Grant

DEADLINE: April 15, 2024 (ONLINE)


Fiber Art Now 2024 Grant Opportunities
Operating Expenses Grant
Fiber Art Now
Eugene, OR
Dates to Apply: 3/1/24 – 4/15/24

Operating Expenses Grant
This grant may be used for operational expenses such as overhead costs, professional development, publicity, and supplies and equipment for fiber-related community and non-profit organizations. It may not be applied to salaries or other personnel costs.

Fiber Art Now offers seven annual grant opportunities to support artists and organizations. Artists who are addressing challenging issues within under-served communities and diverse cultures are encouraged to apply.

Fiber Art Now is a visually rich publication. Therefore, preference will be given to applicants who include their website or Instagram links so images related to their application can be viewed. Both Fiber Art Now subscribers and non-subscribers are invited to apply.

AWARD: $300

Website: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grants/

APPLY: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grantsapp/

Fiber Art Now
PO Box 10796
Eugene, OR 97440
541.222.0708
support@fiberartnow.net

Fiber Art Now 2024 Special Projects Grant

DEADLINE: May 15, 2024 (ONLINE)


Fiber Art Now 2024 Grant Opportunities
Special Projects Grant
Fiber Art Now
Eugene, OR
Dates to Apply: 4/1/24 – 5/15/24


Special Projects Grant
This grant supports special projects developed by artists that benefit the fiber community and/or the public. Funds may be applied to artist stipends, materials, equipment, or programming directly related to the project. Priority will be given to artists who have traditionally been under-served by the grantmaking community and
to projects that focus on social equity.

Fiber Art Now offers seven annual grant opportunities to support artists and organizations. Artists who are addressing challenging issues within under-served communities and diverse cultures are encouraged to apply.

Fiber Art Now is a visually rich publication. Therefore, preference will be given to applicants who include their website or Instagram links so images related to their application can be viewed. Both Fiber Art Now subscribers and non-subscribers are invited to apply.

AWARD: $300

Website: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grants/

APPLY: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grantsapp/

Fiber Art Now
PO Box 10796
Eugene, OR 97440
541.222.0708
support@fiberartnow.net

Fiber Art Now 2024 Emerging Artist Grant

DEADLINE: August 15, 2024 (ONLINE)


Fiber Art Now 2024 Grant Opportunities
Emerging Artist Grant
Fiber Art Now
Eugene, OR
Dates to Apply: 7/1/24 – 8/15/24


Emerging Artist Grant
This grant is available to artists who have completed a degree program within the last two years or who have started working in fibers within the last five years.

Fiber Art Now offers seven annual grant opportunities to support artists and organizations. Artists who are addressing challenging issues within under-served communities and diverse cultures are encouraged to apply.

Fiber Art Now is a visually rich publication. Therefore, preference will be given to applicants who include their website or Instagram links so images related to their application can be viewed. Both Fiber Art Now subscribers and non-subscribers are invited to apply.

AWARD: $300

Website: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grants/

APPLY: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grantsapp/

Fiber Art Now
PO Box 10796
Eugene, OR 97440
541.222.0708
support@fiberartnow.net

Fiber Art Now 2024 Yarn Bombing Grant

DEADLINE: September 15, 2024 (ONLINE)


Fiber Art Now 2024 Grant Opportunities
Yarn Bombing Grant
Fiber Art Now
Eugene, OR
Dates to Apply: 8/1/24 – 9/15/24


Yarn Bombing Grant
Artists who have yarn bombed a public place or who have plans to yarn bomb a public place are eligible.

Fiber Art Now offers seven annual grant opportunities to support artists and organizations. Artists who are addressing challenging issues within under-served communities and diverse cultures are encouraged to apply.

Fiber Art Now is a visually rich publication. Therefore, preference will be given to applicants who include their website or Instagram links so images related to their application can be viewed. Both Fiber Art Now subscribers and non-subscribers are invited to apply.

AWARD: $300

Website: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grants/

APPLY: https://www.fiberartnow.net/grantsapp/

Fiber Art Now
PO Box 10796
Eugene, OR 97440
541.222.0708
support@fiberartnow.net

Fresh and New Again in 2024

 

May the New Year bring Peace, Joy, Good Health, Prosperity
and a Bounty of Fiber Related Opportunities!

Elise & Oona