Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Fashion. Show all posts

Saturday, October 21, 2017

The Paper is Part of the Picture: Contemporary Paper and Book Arts

Deadline: November 27, 2017 {EMAIL}


The Paper is Part of the Picture: Contemporary Paper and Book Arts

Anderson Gallery, Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
January 19 – February 25, 2018



In this day and age of digital immediacy, the allure of handmade and tactile qualities of paper continue to draw interest. This exhibition seeks to bring the use of paper to the front and center of the artwork created.

Seeking works on (or of) paper that celebrate the medium of paper. Accepting paper art, artists’ books, letterpress, screenprint, printmaking, paintings, photograph prints, digital works on paper, installations, fashion, drawings and sculptures.

The competition and exhibition is open to emerging as well as established artists, 18 years of age or older, working in the continental US.

JURORS:
Sarah McCoy, Assistant Professor of Graphic Design, Drake University
Mary Jones, Professor Emeritus of Art & Design, Grandview University

AWARDS:
$250 worth of Awagami Editioning papers will be awarded to the winner of the Jurors’ Choice, courtesy of Awagami Papermill, Japan.

EXHIBITION DATES:
January 19 – February 25, 2018
Opening Reception Friday, January 19, 2018, 5 – 7 pm
Submitted work must be available for the duration of the exhibition.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS:
Artists may submit up to (3) pieces of work, 1-2 images per entry are allowed.
ARTIST STATEMENT:
Please include in your application a one page Artist Statement.

Please refer to the prospectus for full details regarding eligibility, deadlines, and details posted on the Anderson Gallery website at:  https://theandersongallery.wordpress.com/


The Anderson Gallery, a non-profit exhibition space on the campus of Drake University in Des Moines, was founded in 1996 to exhibit and support innovation in art and design. Part laboratory, part showcase, the Gallery’s main goal is to promote the growth and understanding of art through exhibitions, programs, and publications.

The Anderson Gallery is not simply a place to see exhibits, but also serves as a cultural force in Des Moines and beyond.  The Anderson Gallery is a site for critical discourse, professional and social engagement, learning, and aesthetic experience.


Sunday, December 21, 2014

10th Annual Fashion Art Toronto Arts: Call for Fashion Designers & Artists

Deadlines: January 9, 2015 {POSTMARK} & {ONLINE}



CALL FOR FASHION DESIGNERS & ARTISTS
10th Annual Fashion Art Toronto Arts

& Fashion Week
Exhibition Dates: April 21 25, 2015



Fashion Art Toronto Arts & Fashion Week celebrates inventive and contemporary expression through runway shows, photography exhibits, art installations, fashion films and performance. This annual multi-arts event, held every April, features 200 Canadian and international designers and artists each year and welcomes over 5000 guests; including buyers, curators, the media and fashion and art lovers in general.

Fashion Art Toronto Arts & Fashion Week invites fashion designers, installation artists and fiber artists to apply to show their work for the 10th edition of |FAT| April 21 25, 2015 in Toronto, Canada. Any mediums, materials, messages, visual presentations and performance used to deal with fashion, fabric, clothing or the body in a new, exciting and unorthodox way are all encouraged to be explored.


2015 CATEGORIES TO BE PRESENTED
* Fashion Design
* Textile/ Fiber Art
* MultiMedia/ Installations for one of 12 individual artist installation spaces
* Films and Video Art
* Performance (dance/music/performance art)
* Photography


WHO CAN APPLY TO PRESENT AT |FAT| 2015


* Emerging & Established Artists & Designers
* National & International Artists/Designers

2015 THEMATIC FOCUS
The April 2015, 10th year anniversary edition of Fashion Art Toronto Arts & Fashion Week celebrates what defines Canadian culture today. The 2015 theme titled #MADEINCANADA pays homage to influences drawn from Canadian art, design, technology, history, imagery, landscapes and the country's social fabric. Participation is open to non Canadian artists whose work draws inspiration from similar notions as described in the detailed themes and 2015 focus:
http://fashionarttoronto.ca/aboutus/thematicfocus


Submit Application: http://fashionarttoronto.ca/apply


CONTACT
Vanja Vasic
6478340061
Email: vanja@fashionarttoronto.ca
Web: http://fashionarttoronto.ca
Twitter: @FashionArtTO
Instagram: @fashionarttoronto



Art2Wear-Memphis: Expo of Wearable Art

Deadline: February 5, 2015 {ONLINE}



Art2Wear-Memphis
Expo of Wearable Art
ArtWorks Foundation

Germantown Performing Arts Center
Germantown TN (Memphis area)
May 29 - May 31st, 2015




art2wear! An Expo of Wearable Art: jewelry, apparel & accessories, hand-crafted by supremely talented artists.

art2wear is staged by ArtWorks Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to encouraging public interest collecting the work of our region’s (and other) artists.

Up to 50 positions are available for artists to participate.

It is our goal to present apparel, accessories and jewelry, with at least 65% of the elements from which they are constructed, made by the hand of the artist presenting the work. That said, in the realm of jewelry, VERY talented “stringers” MAY be considered (if the judges are unanimously impressed by originality of design, or use of repurposed materials, etc.)

The show will be a juried selection with five judges. Standards of high quality and good design will be strictly maintained. Our goal is promote appreciation for fine-craft and the skills and dedication required to make it. Some consideration will be given to geography, with artists from the Southeast receiving an extra quality point in the jury process, but the show is open to all artists.

All items offered for sale must be created by the hand of the artist to whom the display space is registered (work involving the help of a limited number of apprentices, if revealed in the artist statement accompanying the application, will be allowed); otherwise, NO work created by parties other than the artist whose work has been accepted for the show may be displayed.

Artists will staff their own display throughout the show; handling all sales of their work, and assuming all responsibility for the collection and reporting of any sales taxes due. (Credentials for up to two assistants will also be provided.) Booth Sitters will be available as demand permits.

Two prizes will be awarded: Best of Show and Best Display; the winners will receive their choice of free booth space at next year’s edition of this show, or at an art2wear event in another market in the coming year (prize value: $400).


Application Process

Artists who wish to be considered should submit five (5) photos of representative work (including one booth shot), and complete the entry module.


Fees/Deadlines
Application: $30 due upon submission (accepted through February 5, 2015)
Booth Fees: $400. All Fees must be paid by March 30, 2015.
(Double booth = booth fee x2) Corners can be guaranteed for an additional $75.00. (Double corner = booth fee x3)


The jury process will take place between Febraury 6th & 10th. Notification of application status will be sent out by email by February 12, 2015.


Complete details via Zapp: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=3599





Art2Wear Expo of Wearable Art

Deadline: April 30, 2015 {ONLINE}


Art2Wear
Expo of Wearable Art

ArtWorks Foundation
The Factory
Franklin, TN (Nashville area)
September 11 to 13, 2015



art2wear! An Expo of Wearable Art: jewelry, apparel & accessories, hand-crafted by supremely talented artists.

art2wear is staged by ArtWorks Foundation, a non-profit dedicated to encouraging public interest collecting the work of our region’s (and other) artists.

Up to 50 positions are available for artists to participate.

It is our goal to present apparel, accessories and jewelry, with at least 65% of the elements from which they are constructed, made by the hand of the artist presenting the work. That said, in the realm of jewelry, VERY talented “stringers” MAY be considered (if the judges are unanimously impressed by originality of design, or use of repurposed materials, etc.)

The show will be a juried selection with five judges. Standards of high quality and good design will be strictly maintained. Our goal is promote appreciation for fine-craft and the skills and dedication required to make it. Some consideration will be given to geography, with artists from the Southeast receiving an extra quality point in the jury process, but the show is open to all artists.

All items offered for sale must be created by the hand of the artist to whom the display space is registered (work involving the help of a limited number of apprentices, if revealed in the artist statement accompanying the application, will be allowed); otherwise, NO work created by parties other than the artist whose work has been accepted for the show may be displayed.

Artists will staff their own display throughout the show; handling all sales of their work, and assuming all responsibility for the collection and reporting of any sales taxes due. (Credentials for up to two assistants will also be provided.) Booth Sitters will be available as demand permits.

Two prizes will be awarded: Best of Show and Best Display; the winners will receive their choice of free booth space at next year’s edition of this show, or at an art2wear event in another market in the coming year (prize value: $400).


Application Process

Artists who wish to be considered should submit five (5) photos of representative work (including one booth shot), and complete the entry module.


Fees/Deadlines
Application: $30 due upon submission (accepted through April 30, 2015)
Booth Fees: $400. All Fees must be paid by June 30, 2015.
(Double booth = booth fee x2) Corners can be guaranteed for an additional $75.00. (Double corner = booth fee x3)


The jury process will take place between May 1st & 11th. Notification of application status will be sent out by email by May 15, 2015.


Complete details via Zapp: https://www.zapplication.org/event-info.php?ID=3600


ArtWorks Foundation
60 North Century
Memphis, TN 38111


Monday, February 03, 2014

Selvedge Fashion Fair in Bath 2014

Deadline: (ONLINE) and (UNSPECIFIED)
Note: Selection will take place by 28th February 2014


Selvedge Fashion Fair in Bath 2014
Selvedge Magazine

The Octagon at Milsom Place
Bath, United Kingdom
10 May 2014



The Selvedge Fashion Fair is a showcase for beautiful clothes and accessories. New and established designers are invited to apply for a stand. Selection will take place by 28th February 2014 and applicants will be informed whether they have been allocated a stand by email.


STANDS

Stand packages are available from £250 + VAT and include
◦ 6ft x 3ft space
◦ A small table and chair
◦ 5 free tickets to the event for your VIP customers
◦ Inclusion on the information given out on the day of the fair
◦ A dedicated page on the Selvedge website with 50 words and up to 4 images of your work

Also:

◦ Clothing Rails are available on request.
◦ 10 mirrors will be placed around the hall
◦ A changing room will be available


Visit website for complete details including link to online application: www.selvedge.org


Selvedge Magazine
162 Archway Road
London, N6 5BB, UK
+44 (0)208 341 9721

Saturday, November 30, 2013

Call for Nominations National Design Awards

Deadline: December 9, 2013 (ONLINE)


Call for Nominations
National Design Awards
Smithsonian
Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum

New York, NY
Announcement of Honorees: by June 2014



The defining criteria of the National Design Awards are excellence, innovation, and enhancement of the quality of life.

2014 National Design Awards Timeline
Nomination Deadline: December 9, 2013
Submission Deadline: February 7, 2014 (Nominees will be contacted in late December 2013 with submission guidelines.)
Announcement of Honorees: by June 2014

Nominations & Submissions
Each fall, the process begins with an open call for nominations, which are solicited from leading designers, educators, journalists, cultural figures, corporate leaders, and design enthusiasts from every state in the nation. Nominees are invited to submit materials for the jury’s review according to specifications provided by the National Design Awards office. Submissions generally consist of resumes, design statements, portfolios of work, and professional-quality visual samples.

Eligibility

Eligibility is restricted to citizens or long-term residents of the United States. Firms, corporations, or institutions must have their corporate headquarters in the United States and must have been established for a minimum of seven years. Individual nominees must have been practicing professionally for a minimum of seven years; Lifetime Achievement nominees must have been practicing professionally for a minimum of twenty years. Winners of a National Design Award in a Design Category will be eligible for the Lifetime Achievement, Design Mind, or Corporate and Institutional Achievement categories ten years of receiving their award. Cooper-Hewitt employees and trustees and their families and household members are not eligible. Awards are given for a body of realized work, not for any specific project.

Jury Process
The jury meets over a two-day period to thoroughly review every submission and consider each nominee, with the challenging task of determining the work that best embodies the Awards’ mission. The jurors assess portfolios in terms of the works’ relationship to and impact on contemporary daily life. Extraordinary originality in identifying, shaping, and solving problems is highly valued, and nominees whose work significantly broadens the conventions of their discipline, introduces formal innovation, and exhibits consistently high levels of imagination and insight are given special consideration. Finally, in keeping with Cooper-Hewitt's definition of design as a force of change, the extent to which the general public has benefited from the explorations and achievements of the nominee is weighed.

The jury is briefed by the Museum staff on the mission of and review criteria for the Awards, but Museum staff does not participate in the selection process. Jurors are asked to base their decisions primarily on the core criteria: excellence, innovation, and enhancement of the quality of life. They are also asked to consider the broad spectrum of the design community—geographically, culturally, and artistically. All jury deliberations are kept confidential.

Award Categories: Reflecting the ever-growing scope of design, the National Design Awards now includes ten jury-selected award categories.

Lifetime Achievement
Design Mind
Corporate & Institutional Achievement
Architecture Design
Communication Design
Fashion Design
Interaction Design
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Product Design
Design Patron
People's Design Award


Learn more about the National Design Awards program, including information on award categories and eligibility requirements: http://www.cooperhewitt.org/selection-process

Submit a nominiation: http://www.cooperhewitt.org/national-design-awards/nominate


Questions? Email us at designawards@si.edu or call (212) 849-8337.




Wednesday, October 16, 2013

Philadelphia Fashion Incubator 2014

Deadline: December 20, 2013 (EMAIL) and (RECEIVE)


Designers-in-Residence 2014
Philadelphia Fashion Incubator
at Macy’s Center City

Philadelphia, PA
2014 Residency



The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at Macy’s Center City (PFIMCC) is designed to provide five (5) emerging Philadelphia-based apparel and/or accessories designers with the resources - including workspace, curriculum, and mentoring - to further launch and grow their fashion businesses.

The DIR’s will be provided with office space, a workshop room with sample production space, as well as a shared conference room/showroom space. DIR’s will receive mentoring from Philadelphia-based entrepreneurs and feedback from Macy’s at Center City merchant team along with a number of press and event opportunities.

The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator will support talent that understands the program is a business proposition, not merely a creative opportunity.

The Incubator program will begin March 1, 2014. The Designers-in-Residence (DIR) are expected to complete the full year and are limited to their one-year term in residence. After the year, alumnae are encouraged to stay connected through various programs and events.


Eligibility:

Applicants seeking admission to the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at Macy’s Center City are required to:
􀂾 Reside in the Philadelphia Region: 8 county area includes Philadelphia, the 4 PA Counties (Montgomery, Chester, Delaware and Bucks) and NJ - Camden, Gloucester, Burlington.
􀂾 Be 21 years of age or older.
􀂾 Provide a minimum of five (5) images of your garments or accessories. Ideally work that best reflects your vision for your brand. If called back for an interview, plan to show at least these samples but preferably more.
􀂾 Either plan to start, or have already started (1+ year), a fashion business in the City of Philadelphia or 8 county area.
􀂾 Submit a non-refundable application fee of $75.00. Applicants who have applied in the past will have an application fee of $30.00.
􀂾 Be able to commit to PFIMCC completely, utilizing all available resources, similar to a full-time job (35-40 hours a week).

Submission:

The Application MUST be submitted to the PFIMCC review panel in BOTH PRINTED AND ELECTRONIC format.

Download Application: www.philadelphiafashionincubator.com/PFIApplication2014.pdf

Full details available on website: www.philadelphiafashionincubator.com

Questions regarding the application may also be submitted to elissa@PhiladelphiaFashionIncubator.com


The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at Macy’s Center City
Elissa Bloom
Executive Director
1300 Market Street, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107


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, June 20, 2013

RBC Emerging Designer Competition

Two Deadlines:

Registration Deadline: September 1, 2013 (ONLINE)
Submission Deadline: September 30, 2013 (RECEIVE) or (HAND DELIVERY)


RBC Emerging Designer Competition
Design Exchange

TD Centre
Toronto, ON
Canada
2014 Design Week


Design Exchange, in partnership with RBC, is pleased to announce the RBC EMERGING DESIGNER COMPETITION, an exciting national competition that seeks to provide an unparalleled opportunity for emerging Canadian designers to gain recognition and exposure, while celebrating the immense and diverse design talent in Canada.

Eligibility
Participation is open to all Canadian designers with no more than five years of professional industry experience, across all disciplines. Projects submitted should be
realized work, or be in the process of being realized.

Why participate?
The winner will receive a cash prize of $10,000, and will also be partnered with a curatorial mentor who will aid them in the development of an exhibition to be featured at the Design Exchange in January of 2014, to coincide with Toronto’s internationally celebrated Design Week.

Secondary awards will be presented, including best of category awards, where participants may receive a $1,000 cash prize.

All winning and honourable mention work will be featured onsite at the Design Exchange during the 2014 Design Week, in an awards publication, and in an online
exhibition.

Design Discipline
 Architecture
 Fashion Design
 Furniture Design
 Graphic Design
 Industrial Design
 Interaction Design
 Interior Design
 Jewellery Design
 Landscape Architecture
 Product Design
 Textile Design
 Web Design
 Other


How to participate
Register for the competition prior to September 1, 2013 on the Design Exchange website (dx.org). A registration number will be sent to you via email. Be sure to place that number on all submitted material, including your entry form which can also be found on the DX website. Submit the completed entry form along with the required materials listed below by 5pm on Monday September 30, 2013.

Any questions should be directed to the competition coordinator at 416.216.2138 (toll free 1.855.216.2138) or emerging@dx.org

What to submit
Designers are asked to submit:
 A cover letter to act as an introduction
 A digital copy of their portfolio
 A copy of their CV
 Two reference letters
 A short video outlining the

Judging
Heather Reisman, Marcel Wanders, and Douglas Coupland, as well as representatives from RBC will review all valid entries.

Jurors will select the Emerging Designer of 2013 and secondary winners based on evidence that the work is innovative, unprecedented and viable.

The jury reserves the right not to award prizes. The jury’s decision is final. The Design Exchange will notify the winning Emerging Designer, and any secondary winners, on October 25, 2013.

Download Full Brief: http://www.designexchange.org/pdfs/EmergingDesignerCompetition_Brief.pdf

Pre-register here by September 1, 2013: https://designexchange.wufoo.eu/forms/emerging-designer-competition-registration-form/

Download Full Brief and Entry Package: http://www.designexchange.org/pdfs/EmergingDesignerCompetition.zip


Visit website: www.dx.org/Emerging_Designer_Competition




Sunday, June 09, 2013

ArtWear Fashion Week

Two Deadlines:

June 30, 2013(RECEIVE)
July 1, 2013 (POSTMARK) or (EMAIL)


ArtWear Fashion Week
KnitWear Fiber Arts Market
Fashion Week Sales Gallery

Lincoln Center for the Arts
Fort Collins, CO
September 20-28, 2013



ArtWear Fashion Week is dedicated to highlighting the work of wearable art artists. Our goal is to present innovative and wearable work of the highest quality and provide a forum to share our enthusiasm for an exploration of techniques and materials. Wearable art in all media and styles are welcome, including garments, ensembles, hats and handbags. Garments for both men and women are encouraged. Acceptance for the show is by invitation and by jury. Individual or collaborative entries
are invited. Designers will be selected by a panel of judges. All garments must be for sale and are eligible for award judging. At least one garment from each accepted artist will be worn in the Fashion Show.

Cash awards will be presented for ArtWear Sales Gallery garments. $1000 Grand Prize - $500 Second Prize - $250 Third Prize


To Enter Fashion Week Sales Gallery:
There is a non-refundable fee of $35 to submit entries for the Fashion Week Sales Gallery. Submit images of three garments that are representative of the artist’s work available for the Sales Gallery. A maximum of two views per garment are allowed.

Digital images only. Entries must include the completed 16th ArtWear Fashion Week Entry Form and a check or money order for $35 made payable to Lincoln Center and must be postmarked by July 1, 2013.

Eligibility & Accepted Garments
The show is open to all wearable art artists. Accepted artists will be asked to submit up to five garments/ensembles and/or up to eight accessory items for Fashion Week. Garments for the Sales Gallery do not have to be the same garments submitted for the jury. All works must be original to the designer and completed after September, 2011. Garments must be available to be tried on by prospective buyers in the Sales Gallery. All accepted artists will have at least one garment in the Fashion Show. The Lincoln Center has a right to reject a work of art at anytime during this process.

All work must be for sale. The gallery assumes a 40% commission on all sales. The Lincoln Center has a right to reject a work of art at anytime during this process.

Designers
To apply to Sales Gallery and Fashion Show, download the application: www.fcgov.com/2013-artwear-app.pdf


KnitWear Fiber Arts Market is open to all vendors and artists with fiber arts supplies and equipment, and finished wearable art garments to sell. Booth reservations are available first-come, first-served, with payment of the booth fee. This one-day market is a great place to showcase those specialty knit, crochet, woven and other fiber arts garments or accessories and augments the Sales Gallery. Vendors may offer a free 30-minute demonstration on a fiber arts technique.

Booth Fee: $65 if you register by June 30, 2013; $85 for registrations received after June 30, 2013
Booth reservations are available first-come, first-served, with payment of the booth fee.

KnitWear Fiber Arts Market is Sunday, September 22, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Vendors
To reserve a booth download the application: www.fcgov.com/2013-knitwear-app.pdf


The ArtWear Fashion Show will be showcased a theater setting with the sales gallery in our Art Gallery. KnitWear Fiber Arts Market takes place in the Lincoln Center’s Conference Center rooms.

The Lincoln Center is a city-owned performing, visual arts, and conference facility. ArtWear Fashion Week is a fundraising event, and proceeds from this event support our visual arts programs.

Visit website for full details: www.fcgov.com/galleries-events


Direct all entries and inquiries to:
ArtWear Fashion Week
Lincoln Center for the Arts
417 W. Magnolia
Fort Collins, CO 80521
or
Call/email Jeanne Shoaff at 970-416-2737 or jshoaff@fcgov.com


The Art of Knitting

Deadline: September 16, 2013 (POSTMARK)


The Art of Knitting
Handwerksform Hannover

Hannover, Germany
25th of January 2014 to 22nd of February 2014


For the year 2014 the Handwerksform Hannover is planning to continue their textile design exhibition cycle. Following on from "Stoffe zum Traeumen / fabrics to die for" and "Koerperhuellen / body wraps" we would like to dedicate the opening exhibition in 2014 to modern knitting design and hereby invite to participate.

We are looking for work in the areas of fashion (clothing and accessories), living (carpets, plaids, cushions etc.) and object/installation. We would like to show work, which is contemporary and innovative or unusual in its design and choice of material.

The tender is international. It is open to professionally working applied artists, designers or craftsmen. Selection for participation in the Handwerksform Hannover takes place by a jury of experts. Application is based on the registration form and the submitted image material. We appreciate applications via mail.

The exhibition "The art of knitting" will take place from 25th of January 2014 to 22nd of February 2014 at Handwerksform Hannover. The closing date for applications is 16th of September 2013 (date of postmark is valid).

TERMS OF PARTICIPATION
Application: The tender is international. It is open to professionally working applied artist, designers or craftsmen. Selection for participation in the Handwerksform Hannover takes place by a jury of experts. Application is based on the registration form and the submitted image material.

Only printable digital image data will be accepted.

Costs: There is no participation fee. In case of exhibits being sold there will be a gallery charge wich amounts to 30% of the final retail price. The terms of participation are recognised with the written confirmation of participation; withdrawal is no longer possible.


Downloads:

Application form in German and English http://www.hwk-hannover.de/viewDocument?onr=23&id=2011

Prospectus in German and English http://www.hwk-hannover.de/viewDocument?onr=23&id=2010

Contact:
Dr. Sabine Wilp, Head of Handwerksform Hannover
Tel. +49 511 3 48 59 - 36
wilp@hwk-hannover.de

Peter Stoschus, Organisation of Exhibition
Tel. +49 511 3 48 59 - 21
handwerksform@hwk-hannover.de


Visit website for more information: www.handwerksform.de

Handwerksform Hannover
Berliner Allee 17
30175 Hannover
Tel. +49 511 3 48 59 – 21/-36
Fax +49 511 3 48 59 – 88
email: handwerksform@hwk-hannover.de


Sunday, January 20, 2013

Call for Papers/Costume Colloquium IV: Colors in Fashion

Deadline: July 1, 2013 (EMAIL)


Call for Papers
Costume Colloquium IV: Colors in Fashion

Florence, Italy
November 6-9, 2014



The next edition of Costume Colloquium will focus on a kaleidoscope of topics that rotate around the color wheel of fashion. As with all the past three Costume Colloquium conferences, an international, interdisciplinary and intercultural format will spark a lively and informative dialogue among speakers and participants from a variety of backgrounds, professions and points of view.

The Advisory Committee and organizers of the next Costume Colloquium dedicated to “Colors in Fashion” are seeking new and unpublished papers for the 2014 conference. As with all the previous Costume Colloquium conferences, presentations can be made on material of a theoretical and/or practical nature. Not only informative, but also inventive and creative presentations are welcome.

Topics of interest include the following:

Codification of colors past and present:
◦Lexicon and terminology: problems and eventual solutions
◦Archival documents and corresponding examples

Symbolism of colors in dress and fashion:
◦Variations of the meaning and value of color in fashion over time
◦The significance of color in dress among different cultures
◦Color as a language of power
◦Color as a language of belonging

Interaction among colors in style and fashion presentation:
◦Color of dress and fashion in museum or commercial displays: to sell or to save?
◦Color combinations in dress: rules or lack of?

Colors and techniques of fabrics:
◦New methods of dye research and analysis
◦Alteration of colored fabrics: causes and conservation
◦Methods of color reproduction for conservation or exhibitions: natural or synthetic?

Color and fashion trends:
◦Designers, stylists and forecasters: how are fashion color palettes determined?


Submission Information and Instructions: (truncated)

Your proposal abstract must be received following these criteria:

- Language for the paper submission is English.

- All the personal data for the author and the co-author(s) must be filled out.

- Your affiliation and job title or description are requested.

- The abstract text can be a maximum of 400 words. Should your abstract proposal be accepted, the text you submit will be published online as it is received.

- Include a brief autobiography (200 words maximum).

- You can include a list (maximum 5 entries) of publications that best represent your expertise.

- If you have images (maximum 5 of maximum 1mb size each) to support your proposal include them in the CCIV Submission Form in the indicated field.

Costume Colloquium will be unable to pay for any expenses involved in the preparation and presentation of papers. Please obtain all necessary permissions for use of images before the presentation is given.

Length of presentations: 20 minutes

Your proposal abstract and brief autobiography must be received via email by July 1st 2013.

Visit website for complete details: http://www.costume-textiles.com/colors_in_fashion


For further inquiries please contact: info@costume-textiles.com




Saturday, November 10, 2012

Fashion Art Toronto

Deadline: December 21, 2012 (ONLINE) or (RECEIVE)
Late Application Deadline: January 9, 2013


Fashion Art Toronto
Arts & Fashion Week
Toronto, Ontario

Canada
April 23-27, 2013



RULES AND REGULATIONS (truncated)

  1. All entrants must submit a fully completed application form, a $25 entry fee ($35 for late submissions)
  2. Applicants may submit work for more than one category, as separate entries.
  3. The organizer reserves the right to cancel any of the categories if there are not a sufficient number of applicants in that category.
  4. All entries must be submitted by mail to: 38 Abell, St. Unit 218, Toronto, ON, M6J 0A2 by Dec.21, and for late submissions, Jan. 9
  5. The organizer shall have the absolute discretion to refuse any applicant, decline any participation or withdraw any entries from the event at any time.
  6. The organizer reserves the right to withdraw accepted applicants if the final artwork / collection of garments is not up to standard (i.e. unfinished, unprofessional, inadequate fit etc.)


THEMATIC FOCUS: FASHION THERAPY

The |FAT| 2013 theme FASHION THERAPY examines the human condition and aspects of the psyche which seek resolve through fashion. Designers and artists are invited to submit their vision and interpretation on how fashion can be used as healing. This year’s theme asks the question: How does fashion impact the human condition – our mental and emotional states?

FASHION THERAPY will be presented April 23 -27, across five days of unique programming based on these five sub-themes: Drama, Craving, Escape, Crisis & Euphoria.

More information about the thematic focus: http://fashionarttoronto.ca/about-us/thematic-focus/

Download Application Guidelines by Category:

Fashion Design
Installation/Dressing Room Project
Performance
Photography
Fashion Films/Video


Full details available on website: http://fashionarttoronto.ca

|FAT| Arts & Fashion Week
38 Abell Street, Unite 218,
Toronto, ON, M6J 0A2
Canada

Saturday, October 13, 2012

Philadelphia Fashion Incubator Designers-in-Residence

Deadline: December 14, 2012 (EMAIL) and (RECEIVE)


Designers-in-Residence
Philadelphia Fashion Incubator

Macy’s Center City
Philadelphia, PA
2013 Season


The Program:
The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator (PFI) at Macy’s Center City is designed to provide four (4) emerging Philadelphia-based designers with the resources - including workspace, curriculum, and mentoring - to launch their fashion businesses.

Throughout the course of one year, the Designers-in-Residence (DIR) will be required to attend and complete a mandatory core curriculum of workshops and seminars focused on business development and garment production. Conducted at both PFI as well as at off-site locations, these workshops are essential to the PFI program and attendance is mandatory.

The DIR’s will be provided with office space, including basic computers and basic software; a workshop room with sample production space, as well as a shared conference room/showroom space. DIR’s will receive mentoring from Philadelphia-based designers and feedback from Macy’s at Center City merchant team along with a number of press and event opportunities.

The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator will support talent that understands the program is a business proposition, not merely a creative opportunity.

The Incubator program will begin March 1, 2013. The Designers-in-Residence (DIR) are expected to complete the full year and are limited to their one-year term in residence. After the year, alumnae are encouraged to stay connected through various programs and events.


Eligibility:
Applicants seeking admission to the Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at Macy’s Center City are required to:
􀂾 Reside in the Philadelphia Region: 8 county area includes Philadelphia, the 4 PA Counties (Montgomery, Chester, Delaware and Bucks) and NJ - Camden, Gloucester, Burlington.
􀂾 Be 21 years of age or older.
􀂾 Provide a minimum of five (5) images of your garments. Ideally work that best reflects your vision for your brand. If called back for an interview, plan to show at least these samples but preferably more.
􀂾 Either plan to start, or have already started (0-3 years), a fashion business in the City of Philadelphia.
􀂾 Submit a non-refundable application fee of $75.00.
􀂾 Be able to commit to PFI completely, utilizing all available resources, similar to a full-time job (35-40 hours a week).


Download Application: www.philadelphiafashionincubator.com/PFIApplication2013.pdf


Visit website for full details: www.philadelphiafashionincubator.com


The Philadelphia Fashion Incubator at Macy’s Center City
Elissa Bloom
Executive Director
1300 Market Street, 3rd Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19107

Monday, November 28, 2011

Fashion Art Toronto – Arts & Fashion Week 2012

Two Deadlines: (RECEIVE) & (ONLINE)
Early Deadline: December 22, 2011
Second Deadline: January 9, 2012

"fashionSCAPES"
Arts & Fashion Week
Fashion Art Toronto
Toronto, ON
Canada
Festival Dates: 24-28 April 2012


In its seventh year, Toronto Arts & Fashion Week has a mandate of showcasing artistic disciplines rooted in fashion and their exploration of the notion of clothing and the body in today's time.

The festival emphasizes this mandate through the showcase of fiber based work, photography,  installation, film, video, mixed media, performance, installation and fashion design, in an effort to push forward and redefine our perception of the fashion phenomenon.

APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Toronto Arts & Fashion Week invites fashion designers and artists to submit proposals for the 2012 programming. Any mediums, materials, messages, visual presentations and performance used to deal with fashion in a new, exciting and unorthodox way are all encouraged to be explored.

Submitted proposals should reflect on the notion of clothing, the body, fashion and the 2012 thematic focus 'fashionSCAPES'

2012 THEMATIC APPROACH:
The 2012 theme fashionSCAPES mirrors the notion of landscapes; vast, unique, seasonal and ever changing. Artists are invited to respond to fashionSCAPES by investigating one of four sub themes set out for each evening by the festival; land, city, body, future.

fashionarttoronto.ca/thematic-focus

Application Guidelines: fashionarttoronto.ca/rules-and-regulations/

Entry Fee: $25 per category ($35 for late entries).

Artists interested in participating can apply online at:
http://fashionarttoronto.ca/apply/

ABOUT TORONTO ARTS & FASHION WEEK
Toronto Arts & Fashion Week is a platform for inventive, pioneering and contemporary expression. The festival is a multi-sensory and interdisciplinary art and design platform for both emerging and established artists. This annual event features 200 national and international visual artists, designers and performers each year, delivering a packed schedule of runway shows, live performances, music, photography, video screenings and installation exhibits, to celebrate artists in a wide range of art forms. Held every April, the event welcomes over 5000 buyers, curators, critics; members of the media, the arts and fashion related industry as well as the general public.

Fashion Art Toronto is a registered non-profit arts organization dedicated to building greater interest in inventive, pioneering and contemporary art and design practices. The organization works to promote and showcase a diversity of artistic mediums, merging popular culture and art.

VISIT WEBSITE FOR MORE INFO: http://fashionarttoronto.ca/

QUESTIONS CONTACT: Vanja@fashionarttoronto.ca


fashionSCAPES"
Arts & Fashion Week
Fashion Art Toronto
Toronto, ON
Canada
Festival Dates: 24-28 April 2012

Sunday, September 18, 2011

Lark Crafts: 500 Paper Objects

Deadline:
September 26, 2011 (POSTMARK)

500 Paper Objects
Lark Crafts

Asheville, NC
Publishing Opportunity


Juror: Gene McHugh, Kress Fellow, Whitney Museum of American Art

Lark Crafts seeks images to publish a juried collection of paper objects. Each piece must prominently feature paper. Materials other than paper may be included, but paper must be the focus and should occupy roughly 80% of the piece. The collection will feature a wide variety of techniques (ex: origami, kirigami, folding, tearing, cutting, stitching, quilling, papier mache, casting) and forms (sculpture, installations, jewelry, fashion, wall pieces, vessels, toys, etc.) with a wide variety of textures and colors. All paper forms will be considered, and we welcome up to four submissions per artist.

We can only accept high-quality digital images (no slides or transparencies). There is no entry fee. Artists will receive full acknowledgment within the book, one complimentary copy, and discounts on the purchase of additional books. Artists retain copyright of their work.

NOTE: Pay close attention to the photographic requirements. Submissions that do not meet the requirements will not be considered.

Entries must be postmarked by September 26, 2011.

Important: Lark Crafts will only publish photos of entries containing text and images that are free of copyright or for which the artist (or approved institution) holds copyright.

All visuals submitted must represent work that is original in design. Please choose work that reflects the book’s concept. A maximum of four entries per artist is allowed. An entry may consist of no more than two visuals: an overall shot and one detail (or alternate view). All entries must be mailed in the same packet. We do not accept e-mailed submissions.

PHOTOGRAPHY
As this is a gallery book, we can’t stress enough the importance of excellent quality images. We strongly recommend having professional photography done to best showcase your work.

We prefer images of pieces that have not been published previously, and please do NOT submit images of pieces that have been published in any Lark book. Recent work is strongly preferred.

Download Guidelines/Entry Form: larkcrafts.com/Guidelines-and-Entry-Form.doc

Visit website for more information: www.larkcrafts.com

500 Paper Objects
Lark Crafts
67 Broadway
Asheville, NC 28801

Thursday, September 15, 2011

L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2012 Cultural Program

Deadline: 21 October 2011 (ONLINE)


L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2012 Cultural Program

Melbourne, Victoria
Australia
Fashion Festival dates: 8-15 March 2012
Cultural Program dates: 1-31 March 2012


The L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) Cultural Program provides a forum for designers, artists and curators to present their fashion-inspired creative work to the public during the month of March each year. Extending beyond the officially programmed events of the Festival week, the Cultural Program embraces broader creative parameters of how fashion can be showcased and experienced, far beyond the runway.

Diverse, inspiring, educational and often surprising, the LMFF Cultural Program engages fashion-loving audiences in an exciting range of activities that cross the breadth of the city and beyond. In 2012, regional activities will be included in the program to ensure that the national community buzzes with cultural happenings that celebrate how fashion reaches every one, every day.

LMFF invites designers, artists, curators, cultural organisations and institutions to submit a proposal to be included in the 2012 LMFF Cultural Program:

CURATORIAL GUIDELINES
•Concepts should integrally relate to fashion and be creative, innovative and relevant for both an industry and general audience.
•Proposed activities must be self produced/managed and self funded. Discretionary support (non-financial) may be given by the Cultural Program Manager, by formal request and on approval.
•Proposed activities must fit within the specified program categories. Exceptions may be granted via special review.
•EOI Applications will be reviewed by the LMFF Creative Director and the LMFF Cultural Program Committee who have full and final discretion over the program.

PROCESS GUIDELINES
•Applicants must fill out all required fields in the Expression of Interest form (or provide explanatory notes if any field is inapplicable or not yet confirmed).
•Expressions of Interest will be compiled and assess in two rounds; applicants will be notified of admission into the program or otherwise after the deadline dates detailed in the downloadable form.
•LMFF encourages participants to seek self-initiated sponsorship and please consult the Cultural Program Manager in this process as it may be necessary to give the LMFF official partners first right of refusal where relevant.
•Participants must seek permission from the Cultural Program Manager to use the LMFF logo on activity related material; a full set of guidelines will be distributed to all approved participants.


NOTE

•There is no fee to submit an Expression of Interest.
•There is a $100 administration and program listing fee to take part in the Cultural Program of the L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival. This fee will be invoiced to successful applicants.
•All accepted participants will be required to supply text and images for the LMFF official website and program by the agreed deadline and will receive an ‘Agreement of Participation’ letter outlining terms of acceptance.
•All participants must cover their own insurance policy requirements.
•LMFF will require all participants to provide post-event data regarding attendance, number of designers/artists/participants included in the activity. This data is confidentially, internally analysed for the purpose of compiling Economic Impact information and other LMFF funding related KPIs. Please be aware of this requirement from the EOI submission stage and put data collection processes in place from the outset of your activity once accepted into the Cultural Program.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Round 1 Application Deadline: Friday 21 October 2011

Note: Applications will be accepted after this date however LMFF encourages all applicants to adhere to the Round 1 deadline in the interests of early approval of inclusion and subsequent publicity benefits.

Round 2 Applications Deadline: Friday 25 November 2011

LMFF will assess submissions in two rounds to provide for the requirement for earlier approvals as may be required by applicants (for the further submission of grants, sponsorship requests etc) as well as the shorter lead time activities. Applicants will be advised of inclusion or otherwise in the program in the weeks following each deadline date.

Visit website for more information: www.lmff.com.au/about-lmff/cultural-program

Proposal submissions: www.lmff.com.au/submissions

For general Festival enquiries please email: fashion@lmff.com.au











L’Oréal Melbourne Fashion Festival

Level 2
175 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Victoria, 3000 Australia

PO Box 18027, Collins Street East
Victoria, 8003, Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9654 5599
Fax: +61 3 9654 9679

Saturday, December 25, 2010

9th International Hats' Art Competition

Deadline: March 4, 2011 (RECEIVE) or (HAND DELIVERY)

9th International Hats' Art Competition - 2011

Atelier-Musée du Chapeau
Chazelles-sur-Lyon, Monts du Lyonnais
FRANCE
May 21 to October 4, 2011


AN INTERNATIONAL CONTEST SPONSORED BY JEAN PAUL GAULTIER FIRM – 2011
OPEN TO FRENCH, EUROPEAN AND FOREIGN DESIGNERS.


The theme of the contest is “Nomade”.

As widely taken as possible, this theme will value travelling, freedom, moving through space in creativeness. Revisited ethnical head dresses or nomadic notions, enhanced in a freely creative way, can be fancied as well.

According to Chazelles-sur-Lyon hat making tradition, FELT will have to be part of the design.

Each designer will make sure that his/her creation is easy to wear (size, proportion, balance, comfort, etc...) in the spirit of an "everyday" or "event" product rather than an artistic creation.

PRIZES
The jury whose president will be a representative of Jean Paul Gaultier firm will award 10 prizes.

PANEL OF JUDGES
• The panel of judges will include different well-known figures from the fashion, hat world and a representative of Jean Paul Gaultier firm.
• The panel will judge the pre-selected hats on an anonymous basis, with no previous knowledge of the designers' names.

REGISTRATION FEES
As a contribution to the contest general expenses, the following registration fees shall have to be paid:
• 10 euros for French participants
• 25 euros for members of the European Union (except Norway) and Overseas French.
• 35 euros for participants from Norway, Canada, the United States, the Near, Middle and Far East, Australia, New Zealand, African and Asian Countries

DOWNLOADS

Regulations: www.museeduchapeau.com/Regulation_contest_2011.pdf

Entry Form: www.museeduchapeau.com/ENTRY_FORM.pdf

Visit website: www.museeduchapeau.com

For more informations : 00 33 (0)4 77 94 23 29

Friday, December 10, 2010

American Quilter’s Society Bag Contest

Deadline: March 1, 2011 (RECEIVE) or (POSTMARK)

2011 AQS “It’s In the Bag” Contest
American Quilter’s Society

Paducah Expo Center
Paducah, KY
April 27–30, 2011


Each year the American Quilter’s Society sponsors a contest and the items are donated to the annual Quilt Auction. With the popularity of handmade totes, handbags and other types of carry-alls, this year we have chosen the theme of “It’s In the Bag.”

The rules are simple:
1. You may enter up to three bags; all bags will be donated to The National Quilt Museum for their annual auction held during the AQS Quilt Show in Paducah.
2. Entry should be made of fabric and include some quiltmaking techniques (piecing, appliqué, quilting); other materials can be added to fit the theme of the bag.
3. The bag must be functional and be a minimum of 6” square; any size (6” x 6” or larger) or any shape (square, rectangular, round, half-round, triangular, hexagon or other shapes) can be submitted.
4. Handles, if included, can be made from fabric or can be purchased hardware. Zippers, feet, and other hardware can be added.
5. Complete bag(s) and entry form must be received by AQS or postmarked by March 1, 2011.

Categories:
#1: Purse
#2: Tote Bag
#3: Bag Full of Pockets
#4: Functional Bag (can be used for multiple uses)
#5: Embellished Bag
#6: Green Bag (made totally of recycled materials)
#7: Specialty Bag (Backpack, Fanny Pack, Computer Bag, etc.)
#8: Student-Made Bag (middle school, high school or college)

Awards:
$1,000 in Prizes will be awarded –
$200 for the Best Bag in the Contest
and $100 for the Best Bag in each category

Download Contest Entry Form: www.americanquilter.com/2011_bag_contest.pdf

Visit website for complete details: www.AmericanQuilter.com


American Quilter’s Society
Bag Contest
5801 Kentucky Dam Road
Paducah, KY 42003
270.898.7903

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week 2011

Two Deadlines: (POSTMARK)
December 22, 2010 [Early Deadline[
January 9, 2011 [2nd Deadline]


Call 4 Fashion Designers and Visual Artists
Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week 2011

Toronto
April 25-29, 2011


Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week is looking for contemporary fashion designers and visual artists to showcase their work for the upcoming festival in April 2011.

From contemporary fashion to street wear, to experimental ideas and avant-garde collections, Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week features over 50 runway shows from the best emerging and established, national and international designers, setting the standard for a new era of cutting edge presentations on the catwalk.

Toronto Alternative Arts and Fashion Week exhibits photography, short films, videos and large projections from over 100 emerging and acclaimed, national and international artists annually. In addition, we showcase cutting-edge, dynamic and forward-looking performances from performance artists, fashion designers and dancers along side sculptures, installations and large multimedia art works that reflect on the notion of the body, clothing and fashion.

We are currently accepting proposals in:

Fashion Design
Photography
Video
Performance Art
Installation/ Sculpture
Music

• Submitted proposals should reflect on the notion of clothing, the body, fashion and the 2011 theme “Fashion Schematics”

Thematic Approach:

The 2011 theme “Fashion Schematics” explores the messages, systems, schemes, symbols and concepts inherent in the notion of fashion, through photography, video, fashion design, performance, installation and music. The festival will look at the ways we create visual dialogues and make sense of the world through fashion and creative expression. “Fashion Schematics” will examine how we build the systems in which we function, the strategies we use in creating our identities and the messages we convey through codes, currencies and narratives.

For application inquiries, please contact: vanja@alternativefashionweek.com

Download the Information Guide: www.alternativefashionweek.com/FAT-2011-INFO-GUIDE.pdf

Please visit website to download an application: www.alternativefashionweek.com