Deadline: June 1, 2012 (ONLINE)
43nd Annual Fine Craft + Design Show 2012
Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild
Raleigh, NC
Eligibility:
Craft media represented include: Clay, Fiber, Glass, Jewelry, Metal, Wood, Furniture, Work on Paper and Mixed Media. All work must be original and made by hand. Selection is based on creativity and excellence in design and technique in traditional and contemporary crafts. Designer Craftsmen are those who have perfected their craft with a mastery of technique and with originality of design. The body of work should demonstrate the artist's vision, and when viewed as a whole should be seen as more than the sum of its parts.
The Carolina Designer Craftsmen Guild is now online at www.zapplication.org. All artists who wish to participate in CDCG's 43nd Annual Fine Craft + Design Show 2012 must apply through the Zapplication website.
The online application will require artists to pay only the $30 application fee when submitting the application. If you are accepted, you will receive an email with directions for paying for your booth space on-line.
Visit website for more information: www.carolinadesignercraftsmen.com/craftshow
Carolina Designer Craftsmen
P.O. Box 2384
Raleigh, NC 27602
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
Crochet Guild of America 2012 Design Competition
Deadline: June 6, 2012 (RECEIVE)
2012 Design Competition
Crochet Guild of America
CGOA Conference
Manchester, New Hampshire
June 29-July 1, 2012
ELIGIBILITY
The competition is open to all current CGOA members, at all membership levels, excluding judges.
Entries must be primarily crocheted. Other fiber, needle and crafting arts may be incorporated in your design, but the overall impression must be crochet. Any materials may be used.
Entries must be original designs that have not been previously entered in this competition or previously published in any print or electronic media. Entries do not have to be new or recently crocheted, as long as they are your own designs.
Written patterns are NOT required. Yarn, hook, stitch, technique and gauge information is optional, and may be written into the design description box of your entry form.
DESIGN CATEGORIES
There will be seven judging categories:
1. Fanciful Fashion: fancy adult garments and accessories, including gowns, dresses and evening wear.
2. Fashion: for women or men, including sweaters, tops, jackets and skirts.
3. Accessories: including shawls, socks, scarves, hats, bags, belts and jewelry.
4. Small Wonders: anything small scale, including baby items, toys, amigurimi and small décor items.
5. Afghans: any and all afghans, throws, blankets and bed or sofa covers.
6. Thread Crochet: anything made with crochet thread or lace/fine weight yarns, including doilies, décor and accessories.
7. Artistic Expressions: designs more artistic rather than functional in nature, including free-form and mixed media pieces, hangings, sculpture and wearable art.
Please decide which category best describes your entry. Entries may be shifted to the most appropriate category at the discretion of the judges. If your entry is an ensemble or grouping, please include no more than three individual elements or pieces per single entry. You may submit as many entries in as many categories as you like.
FEES
A $15 fee is required for the first entry plus $10 for each additional separate entry.
JUDGES
Trisha Malcolm, Editor in Chief of Vogue Knitting Crochet;
Melissa Leapman, best-selling knit and crochet author, designer and teacher;
Cari Clement, member of CGOA Board of Directors and yarn industry professional.
All entries will be evaluated equally in a blind judging across a range of qualities including: design appeal, use of stitches, color, selection of materials, workmanship, finishing, appearance and functionality as indicated.
AWARDS
You do not have to be present to enter or to win.
One Grand Prize - $1,000
Prizes in each category:
First Prize $300
Second Prize - $200
Third Prize - $100
Special Prizes also available.
Download full competion details: www.crochet.org/CGOA2012DesignCompInfo.pdf
View the Online Entry Form
If you have questions, please e-mail crochetdesigner@comcast.net
2012 Design Competition
Crochet Guild of America
CGOA Conference
Manchester, New Hampshire
June 29-July 1, 2012
ELIGIBILITY
The competition is open to all current CGOA members, at all membership levels, excluding judges.
Entries must be primarily crocheted. Other fiber, needle and crafting arts may be incorporated in your design, but the overall impression must be crochet. Any materials may be used.
Entries must be original designs that have not been previously entered in this competition or previously published in any print or electronic media. Entries do not have to be new or recently crocheted, as long as they are your own designs.
Written patterns are NOT required. Yarn, hook, stitch, technique and gauge information is optional, and may be written into the design description box of your entry form.
DESIGN CATEGORIES
There will be seven judging categories:
1. Fanciful Fashion: fancy adult garments and accessories, including gowns, dresses and evening wear.
2. Fashion: for women or men, including sweaters, tops, jackets and skirts.
3. Accessories: including shawls, socks, scarves, hats, bags, belts and jewelry.
4. Small Wonders: anything small scale, including baby items, toys, amigurimi and small décor items.
5. Afghans: any and all afghans, throws, blankets and bed or sofa covers.
6. Thread Crochet: anything made with crochet thread or lace/fine weight yarns, including doilies, décor and accessories.
7. Artistic Expressions: designs more artistic rather than functional in nature, including free-form and mixed media pieces, hangings, sculpture and wearable art.
Please decide which category best describes your entry. Entries may be shifted to the most appropriate category at the discretion of the judges. If your entry is an ensemble or grouping, please include no more than three individual elements or pieces per single entry. You may submit as many entries in as many categories as you like.
FEES
A $15 fee is required for the first entry plus $10 for each additional separate entry.
JUDGES
Trisha Malcolm, Editor in Chief of Vogue Knitting Crochet;
Melissa Leapman, best-selling knit and crochet author, designer and teacher;
Cari Clement, member of CGOA Board of Directors and yarn industry professional.
All entries will be evaluated equally in a blind judging across a range of qualities including: design appeal, use of stitches, color, selection of materials, workmanship, finishing, appearance and functionality as indicated.
AWARDS
You do not have to be present to enter or to win.
One Grand Prize - $1,000
Prizes in each category:
First Prize $300
Second Prize - $200
Third Prize - $100
Special Prizes also available.
Download full competion details: www.crochet.org/CGOA2012DesignCompInfo.pdf
View the Online Entry Form
If you have questions, please e-mail crochetdesigner@comcast.net
Art in the Redwoods
Deadline: July 16, 2012 (POSTMARK) or (RECEIVE)
51st Annual Art in the Redwoods
Gualala Arts Center
Gualala, CA
August 16-19, 2012
The Art in the Redwoods Festival, the most popular and largest north coast art show in California, will take place on the 3rd weekend in August; the Fine Art exhibit runs through Labor Day weekend. Artists and artisans are invited to show and sell their works and to compete for generous awards, which include cash prizes, ribbons, and art supply gift certificates.
The first 420 entries will be accepted; entries received after that will be put on a waiting list.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
• Each entry must be original: that is, one of a kind or one of a limited edition of numbered multiples.
• Each entry must be entered by a living artist who created the entry within the last two (2) years.
• Entries must never have been exhibited in Art in the Redwoods before.
• The limit is two (2) entries per artist.
CATEGORIES
1. Oil, Acrylics, etc. (single surface)
2. Water Media single surface (with adhesives, enter in mixed media)
3. Prints & Graphics (originals only, no giclees or reproductions)*
4. Sculpture (any material)
5. Monochromatic Photography (limited editions of 250 or less)*
6. Color Photography (limited editions of 250 or less)*
7. Digital Art (limited editions of 250 or less)*
8. Pastels & Drawings
9. Woodworking
10. Glass (large Wall/Window pieces hung Thursday Aug 9)
11. Jewelry & Ornamentation (limited editions of 250 or less)
12. Clay & Mosaic
13. Fibers, Textiles & Soft Sculpture
14. Quilts
15. Collage, Mixed Media & 2-D Assemblage
16. Weaving
* On limited editions, signed/numbered entries will be enforced.
FEES
• Gualala Arts members: $10 per entry/$20 per NFS entry.
• Non-members must join Gualala Arts for an annual membership fee of $30 for individuals (or $50 per family) plus the $10 per entry fee (or $20 if not NFS).
• Entry fees are not refundable.
COMMISSIONS
• Gualala Arts will retain 30% commission on all sales of entries (or multiples) made during the course of the exhibit.
Download Entry Form: www.gualalaarts.org/2012AIR-entry-form.pdf
Visit website: www.gualalaarts.org
Gualala Arts Center
46501 Gualala Road
Gualala, CA
For more information please call (707) 884-1138 or e-mail to info@gualalaarts.org
51st Annual Art in the Redwoods
Gualala Arts Center
Gualala, CA
August 16-19, 2012
The Art in the Redwoods Festival, the most popular and largest north coast art show in California, will take place on the 3rd weekend in August; the Fine Art exhibit runs through Labor Day weekend. Artists and artisans are invited to show and sell their works and to compete for generous awards, which include cash prizes, ribbons, and art supply gift certificates.
The first 420 entries will be accepted; entries received after that will be put on a waiting list.
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
• Each entry must be original: that is, one of a kind or one of a limited edition of numbered multiples.
• Each entry must be entered by a living artist who created the entry within the last two (2) years.
• Entries must never have been exhibited in Art in the Redwoods before.
• The limit is two (2) entries per artist.
CATEGORIES
1. Oil, Acrylics, etc. (single surface)
2. Water Media single surface (with adhesives, enter in mixed media)
3. Prints & Graphics (originals only, no giclees or reproductions)*
4. Sculpture (any material)
5. Monochromatic Photography (limited editions of 250 or less)*
6. Color Photography (limited editions of 250 or less)*
7. Digital Art (limited editions of 250 or less)*
8. Pastels & Drawings
9. Woodworking
10. Glass (large Wall/Window pieces hung Thursday Aug 9)
11. Jewelry & Ornamentation (limited editions of 250 or less)
12. Clay & Mosaic
13. Fibers, Textiles & Soft Sculpture
14. Quilts
15. Collage, Mixed Media & 2-D Assemblage
16. Weaving
* On limited editions, signed/numbered entries will be enforced.
FEES
• Gualala Arts members: $10 per entry/$20 per NFS entry.
• Non-members must join Gualala Arts for an annual membership fee of $30 for individuals (or $50 per family) plus the $10 per entry fee (or $20 if not NFS).
• Entry fees are not refundable.
COMMISSIONS
• Gualala Arts will retain 30% commission on all sales of entries (or multiples) made during the course of the exhibit.
Download Entry Form: www.gualalaarts.org/2012AIR-entry-form.pdf
Visit website: www.gualalaarts.org
Gualala Arts Center
46501 Gualala Road
Gualala, CA
For more information please call (707) 884-1138 or e-mail to info@gualalaarts.org
Prescott Art Gallery & Verde Art Gallery
Deadline: February 28, 2013 (RECEIVE)
Exhibition Proposals
Prescott Art Gallery & Verde Art Gallery
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ
If you have interest in exhibiting in the Yavapai College Art Galleries, please submit CD with 15 digital images, with size, materials and date; resume; and statement and/or website address to accompany the exhibition proposal. The Gallery committee reviews submissions yearly in March. Exhibits are currently being scheduled two years in advance.
If the exhibition proposal is approved, the following policies apply: (truncated)
Visit website: www.yc.edu/artgallery
Download Exhibition Proposal Form: www.yc.edu/exhibition_proposal.pdf
Contact:
Michael P. Gallagher, Gallery Manager
Visual & Performing Arts,
Yavapai College
1100 East Sheldon Street, Box 6850
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone: (928) 776-2031
Email: Michael.Gallagher@yc.edu
Exhibition Proposals
Prescott Art Gallery & Verde Art Gallery
Yavapai College
Prescott, AZ
If you have interest in exhibiting in the Yavapai College Art Galleries, please submit CD with 15 digital images, with size, materials and date; resume; and statement and/or website address to accompany the exhibition proposal. The Gallery committee reviews submissions yearly in March. Exhibits are currently being scheduled two years in advance.
If the exhibition proposal is approved, the following policies apply: (truncated)
- Installation. The installation will be under the direction of the gallery manager.
- Insurance. The college insures art work while it is in the gallery, up to a set limit.
- Publicity. The gallery will distribute press releases about the exhibition to local media. All advertising or publicity containing the Yavapai College name must be submitted to the gallery manager and be approved by the Office of College Advancement. An opening reception, if any, is often the responsibility of the exhibitor.
- Commission. The gallery charges a 25% commission on work sold.
Visit website: www.yc.edu/artgallery
Download Exhibition Proposal Form: www.yc.edu/exhibition_proposal.pdf
Contact:
Michael P. Gallagher, Gallery Manager
Visual & Performing Arts,
Yavapai College
1100 East Sheldon Street, Box 6850
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone: (928) 776-2031
Email: Michael.Gallagher@yc.edu
Brooklyn Flea
Deadline: (UNSPECIFIED)
Brooklyn Flea
Brooklyn, NY
April to November 2012
The Flea features hundreds of top vendors of antique and repurposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles and antiques, as well as a tightly curated selection of jewelry, art, and crafts by local artisans and designers, plus delicious fresh food.
To apply to be a vendor, please fill out the application completely, including details about what you want to sell and up to three photos. Vendor prices range from $100/day to $220/day. All spaces are 10'x10' unless noted otherwise. Tents can be reserved beforehand for $30. A 6'x30" table may be rented on site for $10. Chairs are provided free of charge.
In general, if you don’t receive a response within 10 days, it means you have not been accepted. We are sorry but we cannot respond to every interested vendor. You can email info@brooklynflea.com with any questions.
From April to November the Flea operates at two different locations: on Saturdays in Fort Greene at the Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School yard, and on Sundays on the Williamsburg waterfront between North 6th and North 7th Streets.
In addition, the Flea operates an all-food market called "Smorgasburg," at the same Williamsburg location as the Sunday Flea. The market includes packaged and prepared foods, purveyors from New York City and across the region, and other food-related vendors (kitchen utensils/accessories, etc.).
View online application: www.brooklynflea.com/sell
Visit website for full details: www.brooklynflea.com
Flea Locations:
Fort Greene Flea
Saturday 10am-5pm, Rain or Shine
176 Lafayette Ave. (btw. Clermont + Vanderbilt Ave.)
Williamsburg Flea
Sunday 10am-5pm, Rain or Shine
East River Waterfront (btw. North 6 + 7 St.)
Smorgasburg
Saturday 11am-6pm, Rain or Shine
East River Waterfront (btw. North 6 + 7 St.)
Brooklyn Flea
Brooklyn, NY
April to November 2012
The Flea features hundreds of top vendors of antique and repurposed furniture, vintage clothing, collectibles and antiques, as well as a tightly curated selection of jewelry, art, and crafts by local artisans and designers, plus delicious fresh food.
To apply to be a vendor, please fill out the application completely, including details about what you want to sell and up to three photos. Vendor prices range from $100/day to $220/day. All spaces are 10'x10' unless noted otherwise. Tents can be reserved beforehand for $30. A 6'x30" table may be rented on site for $10. Chairs are provided free of charge.
In general, if you don’t receive a response within 10 days, it means you have not been accepted. We are sorry but we cannot respond to every interested vendor. You can email info@brooklynflea.com with any questions.
From April to November the Flea operates at two different locations: on Saturdays in Fort Greene at the Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School yard, and on Sundays on the Williamsburg waterfront between North 6th and North 7th Streets.
In addition, the Flea operates an all-food market called "Smorgasburg," at the same Williamsburg location as the Sunday Flea. The market includes packaged and prepared foods, purveyors from New York City and across the region, and other food-related vendors (kitchen utensils/accessories, etc.).
View online application: www.brooklynflea.com/sell
Visit website for full details: www.brooklynflea.com
Flea Locations:
Fort Greene Flea
Saturday 10am-5pm, Rain or Shine
176 Lafayette Ave. (btw. Clermont + Vanderbilt Ave.)
Williamsburg Flea
Sunday 10am-5pm, Rain or Shine
East River Waterfront (btw. North 6 + 7 St.)
Smorgasburg
Saturday 11am-6pm, Rain or Shine
East River Waterfront (btw. North 6 + 7 St.)
Paper Runway Magazine
Deadline: (ONGOING/UNSPECIFIED)
Submissions
Paper Runway Magazine
NSW Australia
Paper Runway is an independent publication. Each issue is packed with pages of inspiring images, easy DIY projects, the hottest products in the stores, ideas and projects that are affordable, stylish, practical and pretty, and caters for anyone looking to add a personal touch. We also bring to you feature articles on talented Australian and International paper artists, whether they be illustrators, artists, graphic designers, paper sculptors or the like. They all share a love of paper.
Submit an idea, a product, a story, a photo, a tutorial.
Paper Runway is based on the love of paper. We love showcasing ideas, products and stories that we believe will inspire our readers. So whether it is a DIY project, a fabulous find, a wedding or party idea, or a hot selling paper product that you want to tell us about – share. Whether you’re a paper lover, designer, illustrator, paper sculptor or party planner, a creator who would like to share your art or a terrific tutorial, or a person with an amazing paper discovery, we would love to consider your submission.
We don’t pay for submissions or products. If we feature your submission in Paper Runway, you will of course be credited.
For contributions of products, submissions of articles, photographs and tutorials please email with either your photos of products, your pitch and other illustrations. We will then contact you further should your submission be accepted.
Please do not submit material that has been featured elsewhere, we like to exhibit original ideas.
If you have an idea that is not listed then don’t be shy, tell us about it.
Visit website for full details: www.paperrunway.com
Email submissions to: submissions@paperrunway.com
Contacts:
Nikki Buckland, Director, Editor, info@paperrunway.com
Maree Oaten, Director, Editor & Designer, design@paperrunway.com
Paper Runway
PO Box 221
Brunswick Heads NSW
Australia 2483
info@paperrunway.com
Submissions
Paper Runway Magazine
NSW Australia
Paper Runway is an independent publication. Each issue is packed with pages of inspiring images, easy DIY projects, the hottest products in the stores, ideas and projects that are affordable, stylish, practical and pretty, and caters for anyone looking to add a personal touch. We also bring to you feature articles on talented Australian and International paper artists, whether they be illustrators, artists, graphic designers, paper sculptors or the like. They all share a love of paper.
Submit an idea, a product, a story, a photo, a tutorial.
Paper Runway is based on the love of paper. We love showcasing ideas, products and stories that we believe will inspire our readers. So whether it is a DIY project, a fabulous find, a wedding or party idea, or a hot selling paper product that you want to tell us about – share. Whether you’re a paper lover, designer, illustrator, paper sculptor or party planner, a creator who would like to share your art or a terrific tutorial, or a person with an amazing paper discovery, we would love to consider your submission.
We don’t pay for submissions or products. If we feature your submission in Paper Runway, you will of course be credited.
For contributions of products, submissions of articles, photographs and tutorials please email with either your photos of products, your pitch and other illustrations. We will then contact you further should your submission be accepted.
Please do not submit material that has been featured elsewhere, we like to exhibit original ideas.
If you have an idea that is not listed then don’t be shy, tell us about it.
Visit website for full details: www.paperrunway.com
Email submissions to: submissions@paperrunway.com
Contacts:
Nikki Buckland, Director, Editor, info@paperrunway.com
Maree Oaten, Director, Editor & Designer, design@paperrunway.com
Paper Runway
PO Box 221
Brunswick Heads NSW
Australia 2483
info@paperrunway.com
Society of Arts and Crafts: Retail Gallery
Deadline: (ONGOING/UNSPECIFIED)
Retail Opportunity
The Society of Arts and Crafts
Retail Gallery
Boston, MA
The Society of Arts and Crafts has been at the forefront of the American craft movement, fostering the development, sales, recognition, and education of crafts for over one hundred years. Our highly committed founders developed standards of excellence in design and technical mastery for crafts that inspired the American Arts and Crafts Movement.
SAC's gallery is located in Boston's Back Bay in the gallery district on Newbury Street. The gallery occupies two floors, with a retail gallery on the first floor and an exhibition gallery on the second. Boston's only dedicated craft exhibition space features four exhibitions annually. An open and eclectic philosophy allows us to exhibit emerging and mature artists, introduce new craft forms, and embrace exhibitions that would not generally be considered in commercial venues.
Retail Gallery Jury Process
All work exhibited in the Retail Gallery at The Society of Arts and Crafts has been juried and is on consignment. Jurying takes place every 6 weeks (except in December & February). The Retail Gallery exhibits work in the following medias: ceramics, glass, wood, metal, fiber, and mixed media.
To apply please submit the following information by mail or email:
• Images of your artwork (CD with jpg images, photographs, email with attached jpgs, or a link to your website.
• Information describing all images including: artist's name, title, dimensions, materials, date of execution, retail price.
• Artist statement and/or bio.
• A list of galleries currently carrying your work.
• If you would like any of your materials returned, include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Artists will be notified within 14 working days of the jury session. If accepted, the Retail Gallery Manager will contact the artist to discuss appropriate pieces for display.
SAC reserves the right of final review upon receipt of the work. Please note that no actual work may be submitted for review unless requested by the Retail Manager. No exceptions please.
Retail applications should be addressed to:
George Summers Jr.
SAC Retail Gallery Manager
The Society of Arts and Crafts
175 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
Or emailed to:
retailgallery@societyofcrafts.org
Visit website: www.societyofcrafts.org/sell
SAC's Mission
The mission of The Society of Arts and Crafts is to support excellence in crafts by encouraging the creation, collection, and conservation of the work of craft artists, and by educating and promoting public appreciation of fine craftsmanship. To fulfill our mission, SAC sponsors exhibitions, the Artist Awards Programs, and educational programming. We also promote the work of over 400 craft artists in both our galleries on an ongoing basis.
Retail Opportunity
The Society of Arts and Crafts
Retail Gallery
Boston, MA
The Society of Arts and Crafts has been at the forefront of the American craft movement, fostering the development, sales, recognition, and education of crafts for over one hundred years. Our highly committed founders developed standards of excellence in design and technical mastery for crafts that inspired the American Arts and Crafts Movement.
SAC's gallery is located in Boston's Back Bay in the gallery district on Newbury Street. The gallery occupies two floors, with a retail gallery on the first floor and an exhibition gallery on the second. Boston's only dedicated craft exhibition space features four exhibitions annually. An open and eclectic philosophy allows us to exhibit emerging and mature artists, introduce new craft forms, and embrace exhibitions that would not generally be considered in commercial venues.
Retail Gallery Jury Process
All work exhibited in the Retail Gallery at The Society of Arts and Crafts has been juried and is on consignment. Jurying takes place every 6 weeks (except in December & February). The Retail Gallery exhibits work in the following medias: ceramics, glass, wood, metal, fiber, and mixed media.
To apply please submit the following information by mail or email:
• Images of your artwork (CD with jpg images, photographs, email with attached jpgs, or a link to your website.
• Information describing all images including: artist's name, title, dimensions, materials, date of execution, retail price.
• Artist statement and/or bio.
• A list of galleries currently carrying your work.
• If you would like any of your materials returned, include a self-addressed stamped envelope.
Artists will be notified within 14 working days of the jury session. If accepted, the Retail Gallery Manager will contact the artist to discuss appropriate pieces for display.
SAC reserves the right of final review upon receipt of the work. Please note that no actual work may be submitted for review unless requested by the Retail Manager. No exceptions please.
Retail applications should be addressed to:
George Summers Jr.
SAC Retail Gallery Manager
The Society of Arts and Crafts
175 Newbury Street
Boston, MA 02116
Or emailed to:
retailgallery@societyofcrafts.org
Visit website: www.societyofcrafts.org/sell
SAC's Mission
The mission of The Society of Arts and Crafts is to support excellence in crafts by encouraging the creation, collection, and conservation of the work of craft artists, and by educating and promoting public appreciation of fine craftsmanship. To fulfill our mission, SAC sponsors exhibitions, the Artist Awards Programs, and educational programming. We also promote the work of over 400 craft artists in both our galleries on an ongoing basis.
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
The Posting Schedule and More
Hello Readers:
New items have been added to the site but keep your eyes open for another update this coming weekend.
If you've stopped by the site recently, you may have noticed a few changes. We are in the process of adding some extra awesomeness. If you'd like to see previews, visit the following:
Mixed Remnants: http://mixedremnants.blogspot.com/
Vintage Works Zine: http://vintageworkszine.blogspot.com/
More to come. Thanks for your readership!!!
All the best,
Elise N.
New items have been added to the site but keep your eyes open for another update this coming weekend.
If you've stopped by the site recently, you may have noticed a few changes. We are in the process of adding some extra awesomeness. If you'd like to see previews, visit the following:
Mixed Remnants: http://mixedremnants.blogspot.com/
Vintage Works Zine: http://vintageworkszine.blogspot.com/
More to come. Thanks for your readership!!!
All the best,
Elise N.
2012 John Fries Memorial Prize
Deadline: June 4, 2012 (RECEIVE)
2012 John Fries Memorial Prize
Gaffa Galleries
Sydney, Australia
11 August - 1 September 2012
Annual $10,000 non-aquisitive award open to Australia or New Zealand artists of all ages and disciplines, who are not enrolled as students and whose work is not held in the collection of a state, territory or national public art gallery.
The competition is administered by Viscopy. The winner will be announced at the opening of the exhibition on August 14. The finalists' exhibition is curated by Venita Poblocki. The prize will be judged by Wayne Tunnicliffe, Head Curator of Australian Art at the Art Gallery of NSW and artists, Bronwyn Bancroft and Kath Fries. Entries close 4th June, 5pm. Finalists’ exhibition at Gaffa Galleries Sydney 11 Aug - 1 Sept.
How to Enter
Full details about the prize, terms and conditions and information on how to enter are on the PDF entry form. Artists need to submit a completed entry form and up to 5 images/excerpts of their work.
Download Entry Form: www.viscopy.org.au/john_fries_memorial_prize_application_apr_2012 [pdf]
Website: www.viscopy.org.au/john-fries-prize
Contact Information
Email: jfmp@viscopy.org.au or phone (02) 9310 2018
2012 John Fries Memorial Prize
Gaffa Galleries
Sydney, Australia
11 August - 1 September 2012
Annual $10,000 non-aquisitive award open to Australia or New Zealand artists of all ages and disciplines, who are not enrolled as students and whose work is not held in the collection of a state, territory or national public art gallery.
The competition is administered by Viscopy. The winner will be announced at the opening of the exhibition on August 14. The finalists' exhibition is curated by Venita Poblocki. The prize will be judged by Wayne Tunnicliffe, Head Curator of Australian Art at the Art Gallery of NSW and artists, Bronwyn Bancroft and Kath Fries. Entries close 4th June, 5pm. Finalists’ exhibition at Gaffa Galleries Sydney 11 Aug - 1 Sept.
How to Enter
Full details about the prize, terms and conditions and information on how to enter are on the PDF entry form. Artists need to submit a completed entry form and up to 5 images/excerpts of their work.
- Entries via email – complete entry form electronically and send one email only with the attached form and up to 5 images of your work.
- Entries via post – print and complete the entry form below. Post the completed form to the Viscopy address supplied, along with a CD-Rom or DVD with up to 5 images or excerpts of your work.
Download Entry Form: www.viscopy.org.au/john_fries_memorial_prize_application_apr_2012 [pdf]
Website: www.viscopy.org.au/john-fries-prize
Contact Information
Email: jfmp@viscopy.org.au or phone (02) 9310 2018
Northwest Quilting Expo: 2012 Judged and Juried Show
Deadline: August 15, 2012 (RECEIVE)
2012 Judged and Juried Show
Northwest Quilting Expo
Portland, Oregon
September 20-22, 2012
Categories
Judges will look for originality, creativity and workmanship. Your entry must have been completed after January 1, 2010, and fit one of these categories:
•Large Quilt perimeter 288" or more (no more than 90" per side)
•Intermediate Quilt perimeter greater than 180" but less than 288"
•Small Quilt perimeter less than 160"
•Pictorial Quilt any quilt depicting real life
•Appliqué Quilt perimeter greater than 120" and 50% appliquéd
•Art Quilt any quilt that extends beyond traditional disciplines, and exercises progressive independence and originality in theory, color design and/or technique
•Young Quilter any quilt made solely by a quilter age 16 and under (see 'The Next Generation of Quilters' for information and prizes)
•Hand Quilted any quilt quilted entirely by hand
•Machine Embroidered any quilt with at least 50% machine embroidery
Long Arm, Mid Arm, and Small Quilting Machine Categories:
•Best Freehand Quilting quilted with a non-computerized machine
•Best Computerized Quilting quilted with a computerized quilting system
•Best Use of Thread in Quilting thread painting or the use of specialty threads in quilting
Prizes
•Best in Show $1,500
•Judge’s Choice $250 each
•In each category: First Prize $500 • Second Prize $250 • Third Prize $150
•Viewer’s Choice Award Complete set of rulers from Quilter's Rule
•Founder's Choice Award $250
The Next Generation of Quilters
This year we have a new category for young quilters ages 16 and younger. They will be judged in their own group, and these prizes awarded:
•1st Place $75
•2nd Place $50
•3rd Place $25
Download Printable Entry Form: www.nwquiltingexpo.com2012-NWQE-registration.pdf
Visit website for complete details: www.nwquiltingexpo.com/enter-quilt
Also visit website for information regarding Forever Seasons Quilt Challenge:
www.nwquiltingexpo.com/challenge
Northwest Quilting Expo
16869 SW 65th Ave. #349
Lake Oswego OR 97035
503.624.7440
2012 Judged and Juried Show
Northwest Quilting Expo
Portland, Oregon
September 20-22, 2012
Categories
Judges will look for originality, creativity and workmanship. Your entry must have been completed after January 1, 2010, and fit one of these categories:
•Large Quilt perimeter 288" or more (no more than 90" per side)
•Intermediate Quilt perimeter greater than 180" but less than 288"
•Small Quilt perimeter less than 160"
•Pictorial Quilt any quilt depicting real life
•Appliqué Quilt perimeter greater than 120" and 50% appliquéd
•Art Quilt any quilt that extends beyond traditional disciplines, and exercises progressive independence and originality in theory, color design and/or technique
•Young Quilter any quilt made solely by a quilter age 16 and under (see 'The Next Generation of Quilters' for information and prizes)
•Hand Quilted any quilt quilted entirely by hand
•Machine Embroidered any quilt with at least 50% machine embroidery
Long Arm, Mid Arm, and Small Quilting Machine Categories:
•Best Freehand Quilting quilted with a non-computerized machine
•Best Computerized Quilting quilted with a computerized quilting system
•Best Use of Thread in Quilting thread painting or the use of specialty threads in quilting
Prizes
•Best in Show $1,500
•Judge’s Choice $250 each
•In each category: First Prize $500 • Second Prize $250 • Third Prize $150
•Viewer’s Choice Award Complete set of rulers from Quilter's Rule
•Founder's Choice Award $250
The Next Generation of Quilters
This year we have a new category for young quilters ages 16 and younger. They will be judged in their own group, and these prizes awarded:
•1st Place $75
•2nd Place $50
•3rd Place $25
Download Printable Entry Form: www.nwquiltingexpo.com2012-NWQE-registration.pdf
Visit website for complete details: www.nwquiltingexpo.com/enter-quilt
Also visit website for information regarding Forever Seasons Quilt Challenge:
www.nwquiltingexpo.com/challenge
Northwest Quilting Expo
16869 SW 65th Ave. #349
Lake Oswego OR 97035
503.624.7440
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