Showing posts with label Art Dolls. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Art Dolls. Show all posts

Sunday, July 07, 2013

Finders Keepers: Melbourne Spring/Summer Markets

Deadline: August 2, 2013 (ONLINE)


Finders Keepers
Art and Design Markets

Melbourne Spring/Summer Markets
4th & 5th October 2013


Finders Keepers are independent design & art markets founded in Sydney, that supports new and emerging independent design. We aim to connect with others through our resources and projects. The Finders Keepers website is a growing source for the Australian art and design community and the supporters of our events.

The Finders Keepers aim is to offer a diverse range of creative work to our customers and supporters. We take our application process seriously and want to see that you are passionate about what you do! We expect applications to be presented just as you would apply to a wholesaler/ retailer.

The Finders Keepers has a growing reputation in the art & design community, showcasing new emerging designers and helping them gain exposure and opportunities to develop their brand presence with retailers and the media.

It's also an opportunity for you to interact direct with your customers and gain important insight into your work seen by a wider audience. Our application process over time has become competitive, in saying this we are also all about supporting designers and artists with new work to help establish themselves and are always open to new concepts.

What can be sold at the Markets?
Anything that is designed product including: Jewellery & object design, accessories, clothing, artworks, paper & stationery goods, homewares, lighting, toys, books & zines etc. Price ranges are considered in the application process. We do not allow food products, beauty products or second hand clothing and/or products, basically anything that is not designed by you directly.

Stalls costs are as follows:
$385 (inc gst) - 1.5m x 1.5m - debut stall (first time designers only)
$530 (inc gst) - 2m x 2m stall
$685 (inc gst) - 4m x 2m stall
$970 (inc gst) - 6m x 2m stall (Melb & Syd only)
$1650 (inc gst) - 4m x 4m (Melb & Syd only) - premium feature stall - limited spaces

You will also need to have Public Liability Insurance. Included in this is 2 days stall hire, this does not include your trestle tables and/or clothing racks, this can be hired through Finders Keepers at an additional cost. Stall spaces do not come with walls.

Every designer is given a 1 x web profile, which is kept on the Finders Keepers website even after the markets have concluded and is free for updating in the future.


Read Criteria & FAQ before applying for complete details: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/application-criteria-FAQ.php

More information about Finders Keepers: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/about.php

Finders Keepers Application: http://www.thefinderskeepers.com/melbourne_application_form

Thursday, May 27, 2010

Figuratively Fiber

Deadline: September 27, 2010 (RECEIVE)


FIGURATIVELY FIBER
Textile Center
Joan Mondale Gallery
Minneapolis, MN
March 11 – April 16, 2011


Textile Center’s Joan Mondale Gallery seeks original art dolls that highlight textile materials and techniques.

Textile Center Joan Mondale Gallery invites artists to submit their original art dolls for juror consideration into Figuratively Fiber. This exhibition seeks figurative (specifically human-like), three-dimensional work that highlights the contributions of textile materials and techniques to the genre of art dolls. The gallery is looking for pieces that demonstrate imagination and exceptional craftsmanship. Artistic emphasis can be placed on any aspect of the work including the form, features, clothing, etc. This exhibition will be juried by Jodi and Richard Creager.

SUBMISSIONS
• All pieces must be artist’s original concept and executed soley by the artist. (If another designer’s pattern is used, credit must be given to the designer; please respect copyright laws.)
• Artwork must be 3-dimensional and have human-like features (e.g. head, hands, feet).
• Artwork must be predominantly textile-related, either in materials used or techniques employed.
• Artwork must have been completed after July 1, 2009.
• No size limitations.
• Artist statement pertaining to work must be submitted in Word document format (half-page per piece max).
• Two pieces may be entered per entry fee.

ELIGIBILITY
• Artists must be 18 years of age or older.
• Artwork executed under classroom or educational/ supervisory guidance is not eligble.
• Artwork may not have been previously exhibited at Textile Center.

Entry Fee: $30 per entry

AWARDS
• $250 Best of Show
• $250 Juror’s Choice
• $100 People’s Choice

Download the prospectus: www.textilecentermn.org/FigurativelyFiber_CFE [pdf]

Visit the website: www.textilecentermn.org

Figuratively Fiber
Textile Center
3000 University Ave SE #100
Minneapolis, MN 55414

Friday, November 27, 2009

Mother Earth Art Doll

Deadline: December 18, 2009 (EMAIL)

Mother Earth Art Doll

Reader Challenge
Cloth Paper Scissors

The Rules
Create one mixed-media art doll representing your interpretation of "Mother Earth. "Your art doll may be made out of any materials, but she can be no larger than 12" tall and 8" wide, with a depth no more than 2".

Your entry must be free of any text or images that are protected by copyright, unless you have the expressed written permission from the person or institution that holds the copyright and you provide that written permission with your submission.

You may use any pattern you like—or none—provided the doll fits the dimensions listed above. If you want guidance, there is a pattern and directions for an art doll by Nola Hart in the November/December 2009 issue of Cloth Paper Scissors as well as another art doll interpretation by Melanie Testa. There are also directions for a basic art doll by Debbi Crane in the September/October 2009 issue.

To be considered for the challenge, send two low-res (each less than 1MB) images of your entry (one of the entire piece and one detail) via email by December 18th, 2009, to challenges@interweave.com, with the words “Mother Earth” in the subject line. Please include your name, physical address, email address, phone number, and a brief explanation of the piece.

Note: Please do not “zip” your files and be sure to send jpegs.

We will announce the finalists on my blog on quiltingarts.com on Tuesday, December 22, 2009.

If accepted, your artwork must be in our offices no later than January 8, 2010, and at that time a flat shipping and handling fee of $15 (U.S. and Canada) and $25 (all other international) will be due.

Note: Our offices will be closed December 24, 2009 through January 3, 2010, so please plan to mail your entry to arrive before December 24 or after January 3.

The entire piece (or pieces) and all of its packaging must weigh less than 5 lbs. and fit into a standard shipping/mailing box (no larger than 12" x 4" x 14") or padded envelope.

*** If you have questions about the “Mother Earth ” Reader Challenge, contact me at 978-897-7750, ext. 207, or bdelaney@interweave.com.

Visit website for details: www.quiltingarts.com/motherearthdollchallenge

Friday, October 30, 2009

Momiji Couture Contest

Deadline: October 30, 2009
Extended to: November 16, 2009 at 5.30pm (RECEIVE)
[read the posting announcing the change: closing-date-extended]


Momiji Doll Couture Contest


Here’s your chance to put your fashion and textile flair to the test as we challenge you to create a fabric Momiji doll.

Momiji are message dolls, each doll has a space in its base for a secret message. Our Couture Contest is a playful new direction; we’re looking for one-off, fabric dolls. You can create your doll using a combination of any textile methods you like; weaving, printing, knitting, embroidery....the list goes on.

The fabric dolls will be significantly larger than regular Momiji; you’ll find more details in our ‘How to Enter’ section.

Entries will be marked on overall wow-factor as well as skill and craftsmanship.

Our aim is to create a catwalk of exquisite Momiji dolls which show off the skill and flair of textile artists around the world. A shortlist of ten finalists will be chosen by our panel of experts. These ten dolls will be exhibited at Royal /T in Los Angeles. The judges will vote to select an overall winner. The winning entry will be featured in Selvedge magazine and we’ll be working with our press team to tell the world about you and your textile talent.

Listed below are the application forms and full terms & conditions:

Design Brief
Entry Form
Template A4
Template Actual size
Momiji Styles and Shapes
Terms and Conditions


Visit website to meet the jugdes & to get more information: lovemomiji.com

Keep up to date with news about the contest: momijicouturecontest.blogspot.com

Dolls may be sent to UK or USA address:

Momiji at Artforum
49a High Street,
Henley in Arden
Warwickshire
B95 5AA

OR

Momiji Couture Competition,
Artforum Ltd
c/o The Warehouse
Riverbend Distribution Center
2704 Handley Ederville Road
Fort Worth, TX 76118

Saturday, October 10, 2009

Art Doll Quarterly

Deadline: December 15, 2009 (RECEIVE)

Art Doll Quarterly

Special Publication
Stampington and Company
Laguna Hills, CA
Publishing Opportunity

Wooden Dolls
Wood is one of the earliest known materials used to make dolls because it was easy to carve, sturdy and unbreakable. Most were symbolic and ceremonial figures, often of a religious nature. According to the doll category guidelines set by United Federation of Doll Clubs (UFDC), the type of doll is determined by the content of the doll's head. Thus, a wood doll
always has a wooden head regardless of the types of materials used in the body construction. With that in mind, we challenge you to create wood dolls and send us your submissions.

Deadline for artwork to be received: December 15, 2009

GENERAL ARTWORK SUBMISSION GUIDELINES (truncated)
All artwork must arrive at our offices on or before the published deadlines. We prefer submissions of original art. If original art is not available, our next preference is hi-res digital images (300 dpi at 8½" x 10"). If hi-res digital images are not available, we will very rarely consider professional-quality transparencies or color slides. Color-copy submissions
are not accepted.

Depending on the publication, concise yet thorough instructions must accompany each art sample. Attach individual sample instructions to each piece of artwork and include credits for art stamp images used, as well as any other products of note. If you are able, please keep an electronic version of your instructions, as you may be requested to send those in if your work is selected for publication.

Visit website for complete entry details: stampington.com/wanna_get_published