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General Interest
360 XOCHI QUETZAL is a FREE artist residency located on Lake Chapala, Mexico. International writers, playwrights, visual artists, fiber artists, filmmakers, photographers, new media artists, dancers and musicians are all welcome to apply for a 1-month residency. Winter applications are due August 7, 2016 thru CAFE.
Click here for more information.
SWEET PEA FESTIVAL considers grants for Performing/Visual Art and Special
Projects in Bozeman and surrounding areas. The grant for Performing/Visual Arts is for a specific activity, service or event. The Special Projects grant is for specific projects that will contribute visually, aesthetically, or culturally toward the Bozeman
area. Grant applications and additional details are available here.
Deadline: April 15, 2016
MONTANA PLEIN AIR PAINTING AT SIEBAN RANCH
Taught by HOWARD FRIEDLAND OPA AIS
Two day oil painting plein air workshop at the Sieban Ranch, painting barns, buildings, mountains, trees on a historic ranch near Helena, Montana in the Rocky Mountains. Friedland will be teaching techniques to make your plein air paintings come alive.
June 4-5, 2016
For more information on fees and possible lodging, and to reserve your spot contact Janet Olson of the Helena Art Center at omjce or call 406-422-5851
RED ANTS PANTS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES COMMUNITY GRANT CYCLE NOW OPEN
(White Sulphur Springs, Mont.) -The Red Ants Pants Foundation announced today it is now accepting applications for its 2016 Community Grant Cycle funded by the Red Ants Pants Music Festival. Grant applications can be filled out online.
Deadline: April 30, 2016
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The newest component of the NEA’s Creativity Connects initiative: CREATIVZ.US
CREATIVZ.US is designed to inspire a conversation about what artists in the United States need to sustain and strengthen their careers. As part of the NEA’s 50th anniversary initiative — Creativity Connects — the research project shines a spotlight on how the arts contribute to the nation’s creative ecosystem. CREATIVZ.US is being managed by our cooperator, the Center for Cultural Innovation. |
Food for Thought
How to Create Successful Art Events
An experienced gallerist and expert shares smart ideas on how to plan your own successful art events.
Collaborating on Art? Why You Need a Contract
Guest blogger Marlo Spieth shares a legal checklist to help you understand your rights and responsibilities when collaborating on artwork.
HyperAllergenic, March 2, 2016
by Claire Voon, February 29, 2016
Just when you thought you’d heard everything: Holding a new artist’s pigment hostage? KBH
Anish Kapoor Gets Exclusive Rights to the World’s Darkest Pigment [updated]
Anish Kapoor now owns the exclusive rights to the world’s darkest material - a claim that, naturally, is pissing off other artists. The material is the very sexy Vantablack, known as the blackest black out there – much blacker than a pantherswimming in a tarpit, the Ayam Cemami, or your wardrobe during your middle school goth phase. A substance developed by scientists at Surrey NanoSystems in 2014, Vantablack essentially absorbs all light – 99.965% of radiation, to be exact; even when coated on a textured and shiny surface such as aluminum, it creates an abyss free of creases that many have compared to a black hole. Read more >>
The Arts: An Economic Force
NASAA Notes, March 2, 2016
You may know that the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has four "satellite industry accounts" that are designed to expand the analytical capacity of the bureau’s national income and product statistics. The satellite accounts-transportation, health care, travel and tourism, and arts and cultural production-allow the BEA to focus on specific facets of nationwide economic activity. Read more >> |
Professional Development
The Project Management Fundamentals Course will be offered May 18-20, 2016 at Tennessee State University in Nashville, Tennessee. Project management professionals, business and technology professionals, students, and educators are invited to register at the Project Management International website here.
May 18-20, 2016
Tennessee State University
Nashville, Tennessee
8:00am – 5:00pm
Archie Bray Foundation 2016 workshops and classes.
Icon Workshop by Deacon Matthew Garrett
August 8, 2016 9am
August 12, 2016 5pm
Contact Lisa Garrett at lisa for more information.
Creating a Marketing Strategy with Dread Scott
Led by artist Dread Scott, this 90-minute webinar covers all aspects of marketing your work, including defining your goals; developing effective tools, tactics, and messaging; and identifying, engaging, and building your audience and support community.
April 11, 7:00-8:30pm (EST)
Grantwriting for Artists with Tracie Holder
Led by filmmaker Tracie Holder, this 90-minute webinar covers all aspects of the grantwriting process for artists working in all disciplines, including researching appropriate programs, putting together a competitive application, and making the most of both award and rejection letters.
April 28, 7:00-8:30m (EST)
Grant Station: Live Webinars
CREATIVE CAPITAL WEBINARS are $25 each. All webinars are interactive and allow time for participants to ask questions. Interested but can’t attend? All registered participants will receive access to a recording of that webinar. Webinars available here. |
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Job Opportunities
STUDIO ECHELMAN: Studio Manager
Studio Echelman is seeking a Studio Manager in our integrated Boston-based design practice, which creates projects at the intersection of sculpture, architecture, public art, and urban transformation. Led by artist Janet Echelman, the design team focuses on the development and creation of large-scale artworks, both permanent and temporary. These living, breathing sculpture environments respond to the forces of nature – wind, water and light – and become inviting focal points for civic life.
Please email resume, letter of interest, writing sample, and file of relevant work to: artstudio.
Michigan Latino Arts – Research Associate, NALAC
NALAC is currently recruiting an experienced Research Associate to identify the existing ecosystem of Latina/o arts communities and efforts throughout the State of Michigan, conduct asset mapping, and consequently expand the Latina/o voice in the region. The Researcher will prepare surveys, conduct interviews, create data visualizations and conduct analyses. The data is meant to serve as a tool for research, advocacy, and policymaking.
Position open until filled.
Click here for more information.
The City of Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking candidates for the position of Executive Director of the Office of Raleigh Arts.
Office of Raleigh Arts, Executive Director The Executive Director oversees the Office of Raleigh Arts, which administers the programs of the Raleigh Arts Commission and the Public Art and Design Board and supports the Pullen and Sertoma Arts Centers. The Executive Director leads implementation of the Raleigh Arts Plan (adopted by City Council in February 2016), which guides investment of resources towards realization of the Creative Life vision: Raleigh is a community connected through arts and culture, where every person is empowered to lead the creative life they envision.
Deadline: March 22, 2016
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Montana Arts Council’s Executive Director position now open
The Montana Arts Council offers an exciting opportunity as the Executive Director of this state agency in Helena, MT. You will build on the success of the Council’s work of promoting the benefits of the arts to the state’s economy, facilitating arts learning and promoting the public value of the arts, as described in our operation framework here. Responsibilities include providing leadership to the arts in the state, working with the legislature, representing the agency and the arts, directing operations and managing staff. Salary $80,000 to $96,000 DOQ, plus generous benefits. Closes May 9, 2016. For more information see statecareers.mt.gov (scroll through to the Executive Director listing.)
Job Bank Americans for the Arts.
Musical America’s Worldwide Career Center
Find jobs in arts administration, performing and visual arts, and more. Post an anonymous resume, or create an alert to be notified of new vacancies. |
Calls for Visual Artists
The Wheatgrass Saloon Upstairs Gallery invites artists to participate in Livingston’s July Art Walk exhibit, "Reclaiming our Icons."
Once sacred icons, the swastika and the cross have been consciously distorted as propagandizing tools used to symbolize and celebrate all that ensues from a culture of duality: sin, judgment, supremacy, hatred, fear.
Deadline: July 15, 2016
For more information contact Lisa Snow Beaudin at (406) 224-3895 or wheatgrassaloon.
The Wheatgrass Saloon Upstairs Gallery invites artists to participate in the YNP Centennial Celebration exhibit "Hot Pots" by submitting, for consideration, original works of art to be on display in the gallery August 19 – September 12th.
The goal of the exhibit is to celebrate the alchemy of matter and mystery at play in the mud of Yellowstone National Park deep below the surface and on its dynamic crusted top.
Deadline: July 15, 2016
For more information contact Lisa Snow Beaudin at (406) 224-3895 or wheatgrassaloon.
11th ANNUAL RIVER CITY ROOTS FEST FINE ART SHOW
The Missoula Downtown Association is seeking fine art artists for the Art Show at the 11th annual River City Roots Festival, slated for August 26-27, 2016 in Downtown Missoula. Artists can apply online at www.rivercityrootsfestival.com/fine-art-show and the deadline is Friday, April 1. Booth fees are a mere $150 for the two-day art show on Main Street.
RFP for Public Art at Mayo Civic Center
The Minnesota State Arts Board, on behalf of the City of Rochester, Minnesota, requests proposals from professional public artists or artist-led teams for permanent, site-specific public artwork at the newly expanded Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minnesota.
Deadline: April 7, 2016
Click here for more information.
If you’d like to see more opportunities and call such as this, please also sign up for our MAC Public Artist enews.
ARTS NORTHWEST
Juried Showcase applications are now open online!
Applications are now open online for a juried showcase spot at the NWBC in Spokane, WA, October 10 – 13. This is a great opportunity for you to increase your visibility in front of the many presenters that attend the conference each year.
Click here for more information.
THE ARTIST’S MAGAZINE ANNUAL ART COMPETITION
The Artist’s Magazine’s Annual Art Competition wants to honor your most outstanding work. If your art is deserving of being celebrated in the pages of The Artist’s Magazine, this competition is for you! $24,000 in cash prizes plus publication in The Artist’s Magazine.
Deadline: April 1, 2016
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DACIA GALLERY
Dacia Gallery invites emerging and established artists to submit artwork for an opportunity to have a Two-Week Solo Exhibition in May 2016, at Dacia Gallery.
Deadline: March 31, 2016
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I.C.A. PUBLISHING
I.C.A. Publishing is now pleased to announce the oncoming publication
of the 11th volume of International Contemporary Artists.
Click here for more information.
CLAY STUDIO OF MISSOULA: 2016/17 ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAM
The residency program at the Clay Studio of Missoula is designed to encourage the creative, intellectual and personal growth of emerging and established visual artists. Residencies range from 1-6 months (short-term) to up to two years (long-term). We have recently added a Community Residency for artists interested in coming to work in Missoula for less than one month.
Deadline: April 7, 2016
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DAVE BOWN PROJECTS
$10,000 USD (1 artist will receive $5,000 USD and 5 artists will each receive $1,000 USD). In addition to the cash prizes listed above; Dave Bown Projects will be buying works of art from artists as submissions are received.
Deadline: June 4, 2016
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CALL FOR ENTRIES: 6X6X2016
Rochester Contemporary Art Center’s (RoCo) international small art phenomenon returns for its 9th year! Each artwork must be 6×6 square inches or mounted to a 6×6 board.
Deadline: April 17, 2016
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ARTWORKS NORTHWEST
A Regional Juried Art Show of work from the Pacific Northwest. Exhibit runs May 6 – June 27, 2016. Four cash prizes will be awarded by this year’s juror, Stephen Hayes.
Deadline: March 4, 2016
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ROCHESTER CONTEMPORARY ART CENTER
Rochester Contemporary Art Center’s (RoCo) international small art phenomenon returns for its 9th year! It’s almost 2016 and that means 6x6x2016 is just around the corner. Start the new year off the right way by creating your 6×6 artworks early!
Deadline: April 17, 2016
Click here for more information.
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Calls for Performing Artists
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER SCHOOL
July 2-9, 2016
The summer school takes place in the green heart of Austria – Styria state (in German "Steiermark") located in the southeast of the country.
Participants stay and work at the territory of the 15th century castle, which is today the modern international arts centre.
Click here for more information.
BILLINGS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AUDITIONS SET FOR APRIL 17th
The Billings Symphony will hold orchestra auditions on Sunday, April 17th, 2016 on the campus of Montana State University-Billings. While there are specific positions vacant, auditions will be held to populate the substitute musician list for all sections of the orchestra. Current vacancies include: Principal Bassoon, Principal Tuba, Principal Harp, Principal Timpani, Principal Percussion, Section Trumpet, Section Percussion, Section Violin, Viola, Cello and Bass, and substitutes for all instruments.
Audition sign up closes on Friday, April 8th.
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CHAMBER MUSIC AMERICA CLASSICAL COMMISSIONING PROGRAM
Chamber Music America, the national network of ensemble music professionals, offers support to U.S.-based classical/contemporary ensembles, presenters and festivals for commissioning American composers to create new chamber works. CMA’s Classical Commissioning Program grants are made for commissioning fees, copying costs and ensemble rehearsal honoraria.
Deadline: April 1, 2016
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SOUTHERN EXPOSURE: PERFORMING ARTS OF LATIN AMERICA PRESENTER FUNDING
Mid Atlantic Arts Foundation, in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts, is pleased to announce thatSouthern Exposure: Performing Arts of Latin America will continue providing fee subsidies of up to 40% of eligible expenses to nonprofit presenters nationwide who book Latin American artists from the curated Southern Exposure roster.
Click here for more information.
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