Opportunity

The Mary Condon Hodgson Art Gallery at Frederick Community College would like to invite art professionals and emerging artists to submit work of all media for a juried exhibition, The Art of Science/The Science of Art.
Following the preliminary selection, artists will be interviewed by scientists from the National Institutes of Health, and then paired with a scientist to begin work on a collaborative art project. This collaborative project may take up to one year to complete.

Information

CRITICAL DATES
· Application Deadline: February 2, 2009
· Acceptance Notification: February 23 – 27, 2009

· Art Delivered to Gallery: March 29 – 31 & April 1, 2010; 9:30am – 3:30pm & 6pm – 9pm
· Exhibition Opening: April 3, 2010; 5pm – 7pm (exhibit continues through April 30, 2010)

Requirements

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES/CRITERIA
· Artists living in the Mid-Atlantic region
· Resume
· 10 digital images preferred of artist’s work (CD/DVD and Slides accepted)
· A Written Narrative: Please describe your interest in the theme of the exhibition, including your views on what art and science have in common, and how artists and scientists could collaborate in creating a work of art.
· Submit Application to: Frederick Community College, attn: Wendell Poindexter, Art Center Director, 7932 Opossumtown Pike, Frederick, MD 21702 (please include a SASE) or wpoindexter@frederick.edu

Contact

For additional information please contact: Wendell Poindexter, MCH Gallery Director, wpoindexter@frederick.edu 301.846.2513 or Maria Barbosa, exhibit Curator mariabarbosa@xecu.net

Opportunity

his competition acknowledges outstanding achievement in the field of original student rug design and is
open to all students enrolled as of October 1, 2008.
The first place recipient will have his/her winning design produced by Odegard and will receive 5% royalty
from its sales, in addition to a $1,500 cash prize, and a trip to attend the awards ceremony in New York
City.

Information

The Odegard Award for Excellence in Rug Design acknowledges outstanding achievement in the field of
original student rug design. The competition was created to show student designers how combining modern
designs with traditional hand knotting techniques can increase awareness and respect for the legacy of
textile and carpet weaving. Applicants are encouraged to offer designs with inspiration that exemplifies
and reflects the spirit of this mission by unifying marketability and visionary aesthetic with traditional
weaving methods. Applicants are judged on the merits of artistic execution, originality of their design
vision, and use of natural materials. Following the work Stephanie Odegard has been personally involved
in for over two decades; this competition demonstrates to a new generation of designers that it is possible
to create luxury design through traditional industries while sustaining the artisans and local communities
responsible for their production.

Requirements

All submissions must be received by March 20, 2009
Please refer to competition rules in submission packet on website for other requirements.

Contact

For more information and competition rules please visit:
www.odegardinc.com

Opportunity

Kaikai Kiki is calling for entries for GEISAI #12, the twelfth flagship edition of their unique
artist-led art fair. GEISAI allows artists to present their work in a directly to the buying
public in a professional and high energy art market. During the day long fair, a panel of
influential art figures and professionals will tour the hundreds of exhibitors and award
prizes to a select few. Held twice a year in Tokyo, and recently expanded to Miami,
GEISAI in its last edition presented more than 1,200 artists and saw a crowd of 12,000 of
contemporary art enthusiasts.

Information

Twelfth Flagship Edition of the Art Fair for Artists in Tokyo
Sunday, March 8, 2009
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Apply online at http://us.geisai.net through January 13, 2009

Requirements

Space is limited for GEISAI #12, and booth registration is available online on a first-
come-first-serve basis. Artists of all nationalities working in any medium are invited to
purchase booths. Applicants need only to register at http://us.geisai.net by Tuesday,
January 13, 2009, and be able to present original artworks on-site in Tokyo on the day of
the fair. (*Please note that we may close application before the above deadline, if
booths become sold out.)

Contact

To apply, please visit: http://us.geisai.net
GEISAI Location
Tokyo Big Sight East Hall
3-21-1 Ariake, Koto-Ku, Tokyo 135-0063 Japan
www.bigsight.jp/english

GEISAI Organizer
GEISAI Executive Committee
Kaikai Kiki Co., Ltd.
5-17 46th Road
Long Island City, NY 11101
us-info@geisai.net

Opportunity

Internship - unpaid

Information

This is an unpaid, full-time internship for the month of January. This internship offers a good opportunity for exposure to the Virginia arts community and its process of advocating for funding to the Virginia General Assembly. Offers a great experience to be a major participant in behind-the-scenes prep and in on-site roll-out of a state-wide conference, major legislative social event, and Arts Advocacy Day at the VA General Assembly.

Duties: Responds to faxes, phone calls, and emails to register attendees for Jan 28-29 Art Works for Virginia professional Development conference and Va. Arts Advocacy Day. Handles all aspects of conference registration (badge prep, acknowledgement, etc., logging in Access database. Prepares gift bags for legislators for Arts Advocacy Day and may supervise volunteers in this process. Helps copy documents for board meetings, packs for conference and may supervise volunteers in this process. Handles invitations, rsvps, badges, and registration to members of the Va. General Assembly who attend Legislative Reception in conjunction with conference. Stays at Richmond Marriott pm of Jan. 27, handles on-site registration at conference Jan 28, attends evening Legislative Reception—helps register attendees, welcome guests, and assists volunteers–stays evening of Jan 28 at Richmond Marriott, Assists at Arts Advocacy Day Breakfast and Board Meeting on Jan 29. Following the conference assists with follow up.

Learn More: website: www.VaforArts.org

Requirements

Ideal candidate is self-directed and able to work as part of a team to “do whatever is needed to get the job done.” Good interpersonal skills are needed as individual works with organization members, arts advocates, and will handle calls and communications from staff of the Va. General Assembly. Proficient with email, Word, Access experience preferred but not necessary, Excel exper. helpful. Strong organization skills and excellent attention to detail required.

Contact

Trish Poupore, Executive Director, Virginians for the Arts/Virginians for the Arts Foundation, 1 East Cary Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219. Phone: (804)644-2787; Email: vaforarts@aol.com.

Opportunity

Design a poster that depicts the transformation of America into a country that holds its leaders accountable; that strives to restore eroded civil liberties; that works to change policies that are unconstitutional.

Information

January 11, 2009 will mark seven years since the first detainees were brought to the prison at Guantánamo Bay. Gitmo has become a symbol for the Bush administration’s worst excesses—including indefinite detention, torture, and unconstitutional military commissions. And Guantánamo is only one part of what has been an eight-year campaign against the Constitution. Inside the U.S., we have seen warrantless wiretapping, indiscriminate arrests of immigrants, and unconscionable profiling of minorities. But with a new administration, we have an opportunity to end these policies. President-elect Obama has said that we need to renew our commitment to the Constitution and “regain America’s moral stature in the world.” Help us convey to President-elect Obama and his administration how important it is that they fulfill this pledge. The winning submission will win $500 and will be used as part of the ACLU’s national campaign. For additional information, visit http://www.aclu.org/restoreamerica/

Requirements

Deadline: Sunday, January 4th
Your design should be 11” x 17” (or 17” x 11”)
To enter, visit http://www.aclu.org/restoreamerica/

Contact

Ateqah Khaki
Advocacy Coordinator // National Security Project
American Civil Liberties Union
125 Broad Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10004
212.284.7320
akhaki@aclu.org

Opportunity

Attend or participate in VCU’s first campus wide poster symposium.

Information

Wednesday, April 22, in the University Student Commons from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Students from all majors are encouraged to present their research and creative scholarship (e.g., exhibits of drawings, paintings, photography and sculpture).

Requirements

Abstract deadline is March 25.

Contact

Jacqueline Smith-Mason, Ph.D., at ugresearch@vcu.edu .

Opportunity

Opportunity to participate in a two day mold making and casting workshop.

Information

This two-day course will walk students through a variety of mold making and casting techniques using Townsend Atelier’s silicone and urethane materials. Through lecture, demonstrations, and lots of hands-on experience, students will be instructed how to make a one-piece and a two-piece re-usable mold, how to make castings, and how to create a variety of post-finishes. Techniques for using Knead-a-Mold, Brush-a-Mold, Townsend Casting Resin and finishes will be covered. This workshop is perfect for any artist or crafts person wanting to learn how to work with these versatile materials or for those who would just like a refresher course.
Dates:
Saturday, February 21 | 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Sunday, February 22 | 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location:
Chattanooga State Technical Community College | Fine Arts Department
4501 Amnicola Highway | Chattanooga | TN

Requirements

Fee: $175 for AVA Members | $225 for non-member
TO REGISTER:
Contact Association for Visual Arts (AVA)
Email: mshoup@avarts.org
Phone: 423-265-4282 ext. 104
www.avarts.org

Contact

Contact Townsend Atelier
Email: info@townsendatelier.com
Phone: 423-903-1488
www.townsendatelier.com

Opportunity

We are looking to commission a Mobile for the Benjamin Branch Library.

Information

The library will serve as a community hub for adults and children. A strong emphasis will be placed on increasing the popular materials collection for adults and teens. Creating an exciting pre-literacy learning environment for young children and their caregivers is a priority of the children’s area. Middle-grade children through teenagers will find special new resources targeted to their interests.
Renovation objectives:
Maintain the spirit and integrity of the Lowenstein design.
Modernize and maximize the space for customer’s comfort in using the library
Create a learning environment for pre-school through middle grade children and teens
Additional information can be found at http://www.greensboro-nc.gov/departments/Library/foundation/artscomm.hti

Requirements

North Carolina natives and artists connected to North Carolina who have experience and expertise with sculpture and mobiles.
Submissions Due: Images must be received by 5 pm, Tuesday, January 06, 2009.
The mobile should be of durable material, site specific, secure and requiring low maintenance.
A maximum of 10 images representative of your work.
Images may be sent on CD or online as jpeg file.
An image script that includes title, media, and dimensions.
A current resume, abbreviated to no more than two pages.
A self-addressed, stamped envelope if you wish your CD returned.
Submit Online Image Package to: michele.richardson@greensboro-nc.gov or mail to Michele Richardson, Greensboro Public Library, 219 N. Church Street, Greensboro, NC, 27402, Attn: GLAC – Benjamin Branch Mobile Project

Contact

GLAC member, Jim Young
(336) 373-4103

Opportunity

The Cultural Development Corporation (CuDC) is requesting proposals for the Gallery at Flashpoint’s September 2009 – August 2010 season.

Information

The Gallery at Flashpoint presents cutting-edge contemporary art and provides a springboard for talented artists and curators to enhance their careers. The Gallery seeks to inspire creativity and encourage the creation of new work by emerging and under-represented artists and curators. In addition, the Gallery provides a place for artists and curators to experiment with progressive concepts and participate in an active, multi-disciplinary arts community. The Gallery is a venue for exhibitions that explore new and challenging ideas, free from the traditional constraints of a commercial gallery. CuDC is seeking inventive, original proposals in any media.
Additional information and the application form can be found at www.flashpointdc.org/

Requirements

DEADLINE: January 23, 2009
Application should include the following:

$30 application fee. The application fee is waived for current Red Circle members (see membership attachment for details). Proposals will not be considered without the application fee. Please make checks payable to: Cultural Development Corporation
Completed Exhibition Proposal Form
Signed Work Sample Disclaimer & Letter of Intent
Description of Proposed Exhibition
Proposed Exhibition Layout
Project Budget
Work Sample – CD or DVD (SUBMIT ONLY ONE CD/DVD)
Work Sample Index
Resumes of Exhibition Organizer(s) & Artist(s)
Support Materials
Signed Letter of Recommendation.

Contact

Cultural Development Corporation
916 G Street NW
Washington, DC 20001
t 202.315.1305
f 202.315.1303
culturaldevcorp@culturaldc.org

Opportunity

The Hot Iron Press visiting artist program grants artists the opportunity to introduce printmaking processes into their body of work while interacting with the culture, settings, and art community of New Orleans.

Information

Hot Iron Press seeks artists of all disciplines, and in any media, who desire a chance to create an edition of works using screenprinting, relief, and/or letterpress printing. Selected artists will receive a stipend to cover airfare, food, transportation, accommodations, and materials. Resident artists will have free use of on-site screenprinting and letterpress facilities as well as technical or collaborative assistance from Hot Iron Press artists. Chosen applicants will be given up to two weeks to create their proposed edition. The residency will culminate in an exhibition and optional artist’s lecture on the resultant work at The Front, a nearby artist-run exhibition space ( www.nolafront.org ).

Requirements

Interested artists should submit a detailed written proposal, a resume, and ten to twenty images of previous work. Additional supporting materials such as diagrams, sketches, photographs, and mock-ups supporting your proposal are not only encouraged, but also strongly suggested. Hot Iron Press requires that chosen artists donate ¼ of the resulting edition of prints for Hot Iron Press catalogue and exhibition use. The remaining ¾ of the prints remain the property of the artist and may be used at the artist’s discretion. Submissions are accepted on a rolling basis either by email or by post. For inquiries and online applications, we request that all images be formatted as jpegs and sent to hotironpress@hotmail.com. A self-addressed, stamped envelope must accompany all mailed materials if return mailing is desired. Materials shipped without an S.A.S.E. will remain on file at Hot Iron Press for future consideration.
Materials may be mailed to:
Hot Iron Press, 1422 Kentucky Street, New Orleans, LA 70117

Contact

Kyle Bravo and Jenny LeBlanc
1422 Kentucky St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
hotironpress@hotmail.com
(504) 920-3980