Hello Readers:
Our computer issues have been resolved (thankfully!) so the FAC Deadlines Calendar has been updated to reflect the August 16th posts.
Stay tuned. The regular update schedule resumes on September 15, 2008.
Cheers,
The Keeper
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Sunday, August 17, 2008
Message from The Keeper: Update Issues
Hello Readers:
We updated the site on August 16, 2008 but soon developed issues with our computer so the FAC Calendar was not updated to reflect the new posts. Bear with us, we'll have the problems resolved ASAP.
Thanks for your readership.
The Keeper
We updated the site on August 16, 2008 but soon developed issues with our computer so the FAC Calendar was not updated to reflect the new posts. Bear with us, we'll have the problems resolved ASAP.
Thanks for your readership.
The Keeper
Saturday, August 16, 2008
City of Craft
Deadline: August 31, 2008 by midnight (RECEIVE)
CITY OF CRAFT 2008
The Theatre Centre (Downstairs)
Toronto, ON
December 13, 2008
We're more than just a little excited to announce that applications are now open for City of Craft's 2008 December show!!
For those of you who missed last year's show, it is a community-based craft culture event where local community-arts groups, craft based initiatives/projects, studios, and other organizations are invited to do outreach to the public alongside a curated craft fair and craft-based installations. The 2008 City of Craft event will also feature crafty activities in satellite West Queen West neighbourhood businesses and galleries. If this sounds up your alley, we are currently soliciting applications and proposals from craft vendors,community groups and craft-based installation artists.
Find out more on the City of Craft website, right here: www.cityofcraft.com/2008/cityofcraft/apply.html.
All applications are due by midnight on August 31,2008. The application process has changed somewhat from last year, so be sure to read the FAQ that applies to you.
Visit the website: cityofcraft.com
We're looking forward to receiving your apps!
Leah (Church of Craft), Becky (Sweetie Pie Press) & Jen (Toronto Craft Alert)
City of Craft co-organizers
cityofcraft@gmail.com
CITY OF CRAFT 2008
The Theatre Centre (Downstairs)
Toronto, ON
December 13, 2008
We're more than just a little excited to announce that applications are now open for City of Craft's 2008 December show!!
For those of you who missed last year's show, it is a community-based craft culture event where local community-arts groups, craft based initiatives/projects, studios, and other organizations are invited to do outreach to the public alongside a curated craft fair and craft-based installations. The 2008 City of Craft event will also feature crafty activities in satellite West Queen West neighbourhood businesses and galleries. If this sounds up your alley, we are currently soliciting applications and proposals from craft vendors,community groups and craft-based installation artists.
Find out more on the City of Craft website, right here: www.cityofcraft.com/2008/cityofcraft/apply.html.
All applications are due by midnight on August 31,2008. The application process has changed somewhat from last year, so be sure to read the FAQ that applies to you.
Visit the website: cityofcraft.com
We're looking forward to receiving your apps!
Leah (Church of Craft), Becky (Sweetie Pie Press) & Jen (Toronto Craft Alert)
City of Craft co-organizers
cityofcraft@gmail.com
“NAKED”
Two Deadlines:
September 25, 2008 (POSTMARK)
September 30, 2008 by 5:00pm (Hand Delivery)
“NAKED”
Sixth Street Gallery
Vancouver, WA 98660
November 4 – November 30, 2008
“NAKED” Uncovered, having no means of defense or protection open, unarmed, defenseless unprovided with needful or desirable accessories plain, mere, simple void of elaboration diminution or concealment, open to view, bare and pure bewitching both body and soul raw fury
“Naked to mine enemies”- Shakespeare
The basis of this show invites praise of the NAKED form. The human body, mould, external three dimensional shape that houses our hearts, souls, and limbs. The creatively different arrangement we call our body. NAKED is conceived to allow the artist freedom to create art with this image of the primal element of life, the human form, in mind. NAKED.
All two and three dimensional media are welcome, as well as time-based art. Let your ventures run NAKED.
Submissions
Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces for jurying. There is a jury fee of $20. The jury fee is $10 for youth artists 14 years or younger.
Submission forms, accompanying materials, and payment should be mailed to or dropped off at:
“NAKED”
Sixth Street Gallery
105 W Sixth Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Artists may include a SASE for return of submission materials. No materials will be returned without a SASE.
Artists are encouraged, but not required, to offer accepted work for sale. Sixth Street Gallery will take a 35% commission on all sold pieces.
Download prospectus: www.sixthstreetgallery.com/calltoartists
Visit website for additional details: http://www.sixthstreetgallery.com/
Sixth Street Gallery
105 W Sixth Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Questions
If you have any questions, please call 360-693-7340 or email Brooke at keitel2929@hotmail.com.
September 25, 2008 (POSTMARK)
September 30, 2008 by 5:00pm (Hand Delivery)
“NAKED”
Sixth Street Gallery
Vancouver, WA 98660
November 4 – November 30, 2008
“NAKED” Uncovered, having no means of defense or protection open, unarmed, defenseless unprovided with needful or desirable accessories plain, mere, simple void of elaboration diminution or concealment, open to view, bare and pure bewitching both body and soul raw fury
“Naked to mine enemies”- Shakespeare
The basis of this show invites praise of the NAKED form. The human body, mould, external three dimensional shape that houses our hearts, souls, and limbs. The creatively different arrangement we call our body. NAKED is conceived to allow the artist freedom to create art with this image of the primal element of life, the human form, in mind. NAKED.
All two and three dimensional media are welcome, as well as time-based art. Let your ventures run NAKED.
Submissions
Artists are invited to submit up to three pieces for jurying. There is a jury fee of $20. The jury fee is $10 for youth artists 14 years or younger.
Submission forms, accompanying materials, and payment should be mailed to or dropped off at:
“NAKED”
Sixth Street Gallery
105 W Sixth Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Artists may include a SASE for return of submission materials. No materials will be returned without a SASE.
Artists are encouraged, but not required, to offer accepted work for sale. Sixth Street Gallery will take a 35% commission on all sold pieces.
Download prospectus: www.sixthstreetgallery.com/calltoartists
Visit website for additional details: http://www.sixthstreetgallery.com/
Sixth Street Gallery
105 W Sixth Street
Vancouver, WA 98660
Questions
If you have any questions, please call 360-693-7340 or email Brooke at keitel2929@hotmail.com.
Tacoma Art Museum: Exhibition Proposals
Deadline: Ongoing/Unspecified
Tacoma Art Museum
Exhibition Proposals
Tacoma, WA
Submitting Exhibition Proposals
To ensure the timely and thorough review of your proposal, please follow these guidelines:
Required Materials
Exhibition proposal explaining rationale, relevance to Tacoma Art Museum, and artwork to be included
Information about curatorial expertise and any relevant biographical information
Fact sheet detailing number and size of artworks in proposed exhibition, linear or square feet required, costs, insurance coverage, and scheduling availability
Images of artwork: Digital images on CD or a on a Web site are preferred. The museum no longer accepts slides, transparencies, or color prints without prior written consent. Please do not submit original artwork. The museum cannot accept unsolicited artwork through the mail or in person without prior written communication. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged material.
Self-addressed, stamped, envelope to ensure return of your materials
Materials should be mailed to:
Tacoma Art Museum Curatorial Department
Attn: Exhibition Proposals
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Proposals are not accepted by e-mail or in person.
Review Process
The curatorial staff and program planning committee review proposals on an ongoing basis. Due to the high volume of proposals we receive, we will mail a reply within three to six months of submission.
Our schedule is planned a minimum of two years in advance and emphasizes thematic exhibitions and work by established Northwest artists. Exhibitions are carefully balanced to offer a wide variety of programming; therefore, we are rarely able to incorporate unsolicited proposals.
Visit website for addtional details: www.tacomaartmuseum.org
Tacoma Art Museum
Exhibition Proposals
Tacoma, WA
Submitting Exhibition Proposals
To ensure the timely and thorough review of your proposal, please follow these guidelines:
Required Materials
Exhibition proposal explaining rationale, relevance to Tacoma Art Museum, and artwork to be included
Information about curatorial expertise and any relevant biographical information
Fact sheet detailing number and size of artworks in proposed exhibition, linear or square feet required, costs, insurance coverage, and scheduling availability
Images of artwork: Digital images on CD or a on a Web site are preferred. The museum no longer accepts slides, transparencies, or color prints without prior written consent. Please do not submit original artwork. The museum cannot accept unsolicited artwork through the mail or in person without prior written communication. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged material.
Self-addressed, stamped, envelope to ensure return of your materials
Materials should be mailed to:
Tacoma Art Museum Curatorial Department
Attn: Exhibition Proposals
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Proposals are not accepted by e-mail or in person.
Review Process
The curatorial staff and program planning committee review proposals on an ongoing basis. Due to the high volume of proposals we receive, we will mail a reply within three to six months of submission.
Our schedule is planned a minimum of two years in advance and emphasizes thematic exhibitions and work by established Northwest artists. Exhibitions are carefully balanced to offer a wide variety of programming; therefore, we are rarely able to incorporate unsolicited proposals.
Visit website for addtional details: www.tacomaartmuseum.org
Tacoma Art Museum: Artist Portfolio Submissions
Deadline: Ongoing/Unspecified
Tacoma Art Museum
Artist Portfolio Submissions
Tacoma, WA
Submitting Artist Portfolio
To ensure the timely and thorough review of your materials, please follow these submission guidelines:
Required Materials
Resume detailing exhibition history, collections, and gallery representation
Artist’s statement, including relevance to Tacoma Art Museum’s mission: Connecting People through Art. Tacoma Art Museum serves the diverse communities of the Northwest through its collection, exhibitions, and learning programs, emphasizing art and artists from the Northwest.
Images of artwork (up to twenty). Digital images on CD or a on a Web site are preferred. The museum no longer accepts slides, transparencies, or color prints without prior written consent.
Please do not submit original artwork. The museum cannot accept unsolicited artwork through the mail or in person without prior written communication. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged material.
Copies of published exhibition reviews
Self-addressed, stamped envelope to ensure return of your materials
Materials should be mailed to:
Tacoma Art Museum Curatorial Department
Attn: Artist Submissions
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Submissions are not accepted by e-mail or in person.
Review Process
The curatorial staff reviews submissions on an ongoing basis. Due to the high volume we receive, we will mail a reply within three to six months of your submission.
Our exhibition schedule is planned a minimum of two years in advance and emphasizes thematic exhibitions and work by established Northwest artists.
Learn more about the EDGE Professional Development Program for Visual Artists www.artisttrust.org/services/edge through Artist Trust.
Visit website for additional details: tacomaartmuseum.org
Tacoma Art Museum
Artist Portfolio Submissions
Tacoma, WA
Submitting Artist Portfolio
To ensure the timely and thorough review of your materials, please follow these submission guidelines:
Required Materials
Resume detailing exhibition history, collections, and gallery representation
Artist’s statement, including relevance to Tacoma Art Museum’s mission: Connecting People through Art. Tacoma Art Museum serves the diverse communities of the Northwest through its collection, exhibitions, and learning programs, emphasizing art and artists from the Northwest.
Images of artwork (up to twenty). Digital images on CD or a on a Web site are preferred. The museum no longer accepts slides, transparencies, or color prints without prior written consent.
Please do not submit original artwork. The museum cannot accept unsolicited artwork through the mail or in person without prior written communication. The museum will not be responsible for lost or damaged material.
Copies of published exhibition reviews
Self-addressed, stamped envelope to ensure return of your materials
Materials should be mailed to:
Tacoma Art Museum Curatorial Department
Attn: Artist Submissions
1701 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Submissions are not accepted by e-mail or in person.
Review Process
The curatorial staff reviews submissions on an ongoing basis. Due to the high volume we receive, we will mail a reply within three to six months of your submission.
Our exhibition schedule is planned a minimum of two years in advance and emphasizes thematic exhibitions and work by established Northwest artists.
Learn more about the EDGE Professional Development Program for Visual Artists www.artisttrust.org/services/edge through Artist Trust.
Visit website for additional details: tacomaartmuseum.org
Australasian Patchwork & Quilting Challenge 2009
Deadline: 10 December 2008 (POSTMARK)
Australasian Patchwork & Quilting Challenge 2009
A judged quilt competition
Exhibit venues throughout Australia
January 2009 to February 2010
WHO CAN ENTER
An entrant’s quilt may be the work of more than one person as long as all parties who contribute to the quilt are nominated on the entry form as being the entrant. There is a limit of two entries per person or group. Full-time employees of Express Publications Pty Ltd and Expertise Events or its subsidiaries, are not eligible to enter.
COMPETITION RULES
The theme of the 2009 competition is FANTASY! There is one category only.
A panel of three judges will select up to 30 finalists from the hard copy photographs and digital images of the works. The judges’ decision is final. Upon seeing the final quilts, the organizers reserve the right to decide which quilts will be included in the exhibition. The organizers reserve the right to refuse any work that does not match the images submitted to the judges.
Prizes are awarded based on the interpretation of theme, excellence in design, and craftsmanship.
FIRST PRIZE: $5,000 cash
RUNNER-UP PRIZE: $2,000 cash
AGE 18 AND UNDER ENTRANT PRIZE: $500 cash
Mail COMPLETED entries to:
Australian Patchwork & Quilting/ AQC Challenge
Express Publications Pty Ltd
50 Silverwater Rd
Silverwater NSW 2128
Visit website for complete details: www.aqc.com.au
Download competition rules & entry forms: APQentryform_1.pdf
Australasian Patchwork & Quilting Challenge 2009
A judged quilt competition
Exhibit venues throughout Australia
January 2009 to February 2010
WHO CAN ENTER
An entrant’s quilt may be the work of more than one person as long as all parties who contribute to the quilt are nominated on the entry form as being the entrant. There is a limit of two entries per person or group. Full-time employees of Express Publications Pty Ltd and Expertise Events or its subsidiaries, are not eligible to enter.
COMPETITION RULES
The theme of the 2009 competition is FANTASY! There is one category only.
- Entries can either be based on a traditional or contemporary design that reflect and interpret the theme “FANTASY”.
- All entries must be original.
- An entrant may apply any techniques including piecing,appliqué, embroidery, whole cloth and/or manipulated fabric, etc.
- Any materials may be used, but the final result must be flexible in nature and consist of three layers of fabric held together with stitching.
- Each work must measure a minimum of 100cm (39 1/2in) on each side up to a maximum of 150cm (59in).
- Each entry must have a 10cm (4in) hanging sleeve or casing sewn to the top back edge of the quilt.
- Sleeves should be secured with stitching at the top and bottom edge.
- A label with the entrant’s name, address, telephone number, and email must be securely sewn to the back of the quilt.
- Each entrant may submit up to two quilts. At first instance an entrant must send to the mailing address for the competition two hard copy photographs and two digital images of the quilt.
A panel of three judges will select up to 30 finalists from the hard copy photographs and digital images of the works. The judges’ decision is final. Upon seeing the final quilts, the organizers reserve the right to decide which quilts will be included in the exhibition. The organizers reserve the right to refuse any work that does not match the images submitted to the judges.
Prizes are awarded based on the interpretation of theme, excellence in design, and craftsmanship.
FIRST PRIZE: $5,000 cash
RUNNER-UP PRIZE: $2,000 cash
AGE 18 AND UNDER ENTRANT PRIZE: $500 cash
Mail COMPLETED entries to:
Australian Patchwork & Quilting/ AQC Challenge
Express Publications Pty Ltd
50 Silverwater Rd
Silverwater NSW 2128
Visit website for complete details: www.aqc.com.au
Download competition rules & entry forms: APQentryform_1.pdf
Viking Union Gallery 507
Deadline: Ongoing (Submissions Accepted Throughtout the Academic Year)
Viking Union Gallery 507
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
The Viking Union Gallery 507 is a student-curated exhibition space sponsored by Western Washington University's Associated Student Productions. Our primary focus is to contribute to the artistic culture of Bellingham community while promoting the artwork of Western's student and regional artists.
ELIGIBILITY & EXHIBITION DETAILS
Exhibits are open to everyone. Shows may be individual, group, installation, or performance and may include all types of media (including video and digital media). Exhibits will be displayed in Viking Union Gallery 507, in the Viking Union Building. Selections will be made based on the quality & originality of the work, as well as space availability.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application. Include visual representations to give us a clear understanding of your work (for example: slides, photos, digital images, drawings, video, and/or actual artwork). Please also include a detailed artist statement describing the work.
Download Application: gallery.as.wwu.edu/proposals.html
Mail or Hand Deliver to:
ASP Viking Union Gallery
Viking Union 422
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA 98225-9106
Please feel free to contact the VU Gallery with any questions at (360) 650-6534 or asp.vu.gallery@wwu.edu or visit website: gallery.as.wwu.edu
Viking Union Gallery 507
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA
The Viking Union Gallery 507 is a student-curated exhibition space sponsored by Western Washington University's Associated Student Productions. Our primary focus is to contribute to the artistic culture of Bellingham community while promoting the artwork of Western's student and regional artists.
ELIGIBILITY & EXHIBITION DETAILS
Exhibits are open to everyone. Shows may be individual, group, installation, or performance and may include all types of media (including video and digital media). Exhibits will be displayed in Viking Union Gallery 507, in the Viking Union Building. Selections will be made based on the quality & originality of the work, as well as space availability.
HOW TO APPLY
Complete the application. Include visual representations to give us a clear understanding of your work (for example: slides, photos, digital images, drawings, video, and/or actual artwork). Please also include a detailed artist statement describing the work.
Download Application: gallery.as.wwu.edu/proposals.html
Mail or Hand Deliver to:
ASP Viking Union Gallery
Viking Union 422
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA 98225-9106
Please feel free to contact the VU Gallery with any questions at (360) 650-6534 or asp.vu.gallery@wwu.edu or visit website: gallery.as.wwu.edu
White Columns
Deadline: Ongoing/Unspecified
White Columns
Alternative Art Space
Exhibition Proposals
New York, NY
White Columns is New York's oldest alternative art space. It was founded in 1970 by Jeffrey Lew and Gordon Matta-Clark as an experimental platform for artists. Originally located in SoHo (and known as the 112 Workshop/112 Greene Street), the organization was renamed White Columns when it moved to Spring Street in 1979. In 1991 White Columns moved to Christopher Street in the West Village, and in 1998 the gallery relocated to its present address on the border of the West Village and Meat Packing District.
White Columns presents an ongoing program of exhibitions, projects, talks, screenings, and events. It is a not-for-profit gallery which is open to the public, free-of-charge, eleven months per year.
Exhibition Proposal Guidelines
We are interested in receiving proposals for group exhibitions and other projects. However we ask that you submit only a brief written outline of the proposed exhibition or project (e.g. no more than 250 words). Please do not include any additional or supporting material. If we are interested in developing an idea further we will request additional information.
Please submit written proposals to:
Exhibition Proposals
White Columns
320 West 13th Street
White Columns 10014
Or to:
info@whitecolumns.org (Please mark the subject line ‘Exhibition Proposal’).
Visit website for more details: www.whitecolumns.org/exhibition_guide
White Columns
Alternative Art Space
Exhibition Proposals
New York, NY
White Columns is New York's oldest alternative art space. It was founded in 1970 by Jeffrey Lew and Gordon Matta-Clark as an experimental platform for artists. Originally located in SoHo (and known as the 112 Workshop/112 Greene Street), the organization was renamed White Columns when it moved to Spring Street in 1979. In 1991 White Columns moved to Christopher Street in the West Village, and in 1998 the gallery relocated to its present address on the border of the West Village and Meat Packing District.
White Columns presents an ongoing program of exhibitions, projects, talks, screenings, and events. It is a not-for-profit gallery which is open to the public, free-of-charge, eleven months per year.
Exhibition Proposal Guidelines
We are interested in receiving proposals for group exhibitions and other projects. However we ask that you submit only a brief written outline of the proposed exhibition or project (e.g. no more than 250 words). Please do not include any additional or supporting material. If we are interested in developing an idea further we will request additional information.
Please submit written proposals to:
Exhibition Proposals
White Columns
320 West 13th Street
White Columns 10014
Or to:
info@whitecolumns.org (Please mark the subject line ‘Exhibition Proposal’).
Visit website for more details: www.whitecolumns.org/exhibition_guide
Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grant
Deadline: October 1, 2008 (RECEIVE)
Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grant
Awarded through Textile Center
Minneapolis, MN
December 1, 2008 - July 30, 2009 Project Period
The first round of Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grants to be awarded through the Textile Center begins 2008. This program is designed to expand opportunities for emerging fiber artists in Minnesota, supporting the artists by eliminating financial barriers as they undertake specific artistic projects.
Three $5000 grants will be awarded to support a wide range of project activities - from purchasing equipment, devoting time to studio work, to travel and study with established artists.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Project Grant, you must:
be an artist committed to the field of fiber art
have completed all formal academic training by the start of the grant period (December 2008), and are not enrolled either part- or full-time in a degree granting institution or employed as a fiber art instructor at the college level
be a resident of Minnesota for at least 6 months prior to the application deadline
be in an emerging or developing stage in your artistic development
Artists who have previously received a Jerome Project Grant cannot apply again until three years after the date of their award.
Defining Fiber Art
Work should include the construction or manipulation of fibers and textiles using textile techniques such as weaving, dyeing, knitting, quilting, needle work, beading, lace making, felting, hooking, sewing, spinning, basketry etc. Mixed media work is acceptable if it is primarily constructed from textiles.
Projects
Proposed projects may include, but are not limited to: experimentation with new techniques and materials, working or studying with a mentor or established artist, purchasing equipment or tools to facilitate your work, providing studio time or rental, technical support, collaborations with other artists, education, exhibition opportunities, or travel. Projects must be started and completed between December 1, 2008 and July 30, 2009.
Expectations for Grant Recipients
Artists will complete their proposed project between December 1, 2008 and July 30, 2009.
Artists will attend 2-3 mandatory meetings for project and exhibition planning.
Artists will exhibit work in the Joan Mondale Gallery from August 14- September 12, 2009.
Artists will complete a final report due to the Textile Center on September 30, 2009.
Application
Applications must include a detailed project description and budget. Applicants must describe the impact this project grant will make in their development as a professional artist. Applications must be complete and received by the application deadline.
Download Application Forms: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeApp08.pdf
Selection and Notification
Application materials will be reviewed by a three member panel, who will make their selections on the basis of project merit. The panel will be comprised of accomplished fiber artists and/or art educators from throughout the region.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of the selection process by November 21, 2008.
Information Sessions
Information sessions for Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grants applicants will be held on Wednesday August 20 and Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Please check Classes & Workshops for more details. Please plan to attend if you have questions, need assistance or would like to learn more about the program before you apply.
At the September 10 session only, our Technology Tuesday Gurus will be available to assist with your digital image questions. We will help make sure your images have the right quality, size, format and labels for your submission. Bring a CD of your images and we will help you out!
Questions
Call Becka Rahn, Education Manager at 612.436.0464 or email Becka Rahn
Program Brochure: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeBrochure.pdf
Application Form: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeApp08.pdf
Visit website for complete details: www.textilecentermn.org/Jerome.asp
Textile Center
3000 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Telephone 612-436-0464
Fax 612-436-0466
Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grant
Awarded through Textile Center
Minneapolis, MN
December 1, 2008 - July 30, 2009 Project Period
The first round of Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grants to be awarded through the Textile Center begins 2008. This program is designed to expand opportunities for emerging fiber artists in Minnesota, supporting the artists by eliminating financial barriers as they undertake specific artistic projects.
Three $5000 grants will be awarded to support a wide range of project activities - from purchasing equipment, devoting time to studio work, to travel and study with established artists.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a Project Grant, you must:
be an artist committed to the field of fiber art
have completed all formal academic training by the start of the grant period (December 2008), and are not enrolled either part- or full-time in a degree granting institution or employed as a fiber art instructor at the college level
be a resident of Minnesota for at least 6 months prior to the application deadline
be in an emerging or developing stage in your artistic development
Artists who have previously received a Jerome Project Grant cannot apply again until three years after the date of their award.
Defining Fiber Art
Work should include the construction or manipulation of fibers and textiles using textile techniques such as weaving, dyeing, knitting, quilting, needle work, beading, lace making, felting, hooking, sewing, spinning, basketry etc. Mixed media work is acceptable if it is primarily constructed from textiles.
Projects
Proposed projects may include, but are not limited to: experimentation with new techniques and materials, working or studying with a mentor or established artist, purchasing equipment or tools to facilitate your work, providing studio time or rental, technical support, collaborations with other artists, education, exhibition opportunities, or travel. Projects must be started and completed between December 1, 2008 and July 30, 2009.
Expectations for Grant Recipients
Artists will complete their proposed project between December 1, 2008 and July 30, 2009.
Artists will attend 2-3 mandatory meetings for project and exhibition planning.
Artists will exhibit work in the Joan Mondale Gallery from August 14- September 12, 2009.
Artists will complete a final report due to the Textile Center on September 30, 2009.
Application
Applications must include a detailed project description and budget. Applicants must describe the impact this project grant will make in their development as a professional artist. Applications must be complete and received by the application deadline.
Download Application Forms: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeApp08.pdf
Selection and Notification
Application materials will be reviewed by a three member panel, who will make their selections on the basis of project merit. The panel will be comprised of accomplished fiber artists and/or art educators from throughout the region.
Applicants will be notified of the outcome of the selection process by November 21, 2008.
Information Sessions
Information sessions for Jerome Fiber Artists' Project Grants applicants will be held on Wednesday August 20 and Wednesday, September 10, 2008. Please check Classes & Workshops for more details. Please plan to attend if you have questions, need assistance or would like to learn more about the program before you apply.
At the September 10 session only, our Technology Tuesday Gurus will be available to assist with your digital image questions. We will help make sure your images have the right quality, size, format and labels for your submission. Bring a CD of your images and we will help you out!
Questions
Call Becka Rahn, Education Manager at 612.436.0464 or email Becka Rahn
Program Brochure: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeBrochure.pdf
Application Form: www.textilecentermn.org/pdf/JeromeApp08.pdf
Visit website for complete details: www.textilecentermn.org/Jerome.asp
Textile Center
3000 University Ave SE
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Telephone 612-436-0464
Fax 612-436-0466
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