Oil Painters of America’s 2024 Eastern Regional Exhibition of Traditional Representational Oils, October 11 through November 8, 2024, at The Centerpiece Gallery, Raleigh, NC. Awards approximately $11,500 in cash & merchandise, including a $4,000 cash best-in-show award. The juror will be Elizabeth Pollie OPA. Artists eligible to compete are citizens - both natural born or otherwise - of the continent of North America who are 2024 OPA members. Submissions are accepted through 6/19/2024. The entry fee is $35 for one, $50 for two & $60 for three; only one may be accepted. Maximum size limitation 1,200 sq in. The acceptance list will be announced on 7/9/2024.

The Road Ahead is an exciting group exhibition at RIVAA Gallery on Roosevelt Island, showcasing the best works of Gen-Z artists. This open call invites young creators to submit their most compelling pieces, providing a platform for their raw thoughts and feelings.

We ask Gen-Z artists: Why do you make art? How do you want to change the art world? How do you navigate a future of uncertainty and fear? This exhibition aims to showcase your diverse insights about the landscape of tomorrow's art world.

Curated by Elena Jordan, Amazia Thompson, and Tiko El Outa, The Road Ahead will feature a vibrant collage of diverse works. An international panel of jurors will select the top Gen-Z artists from New York City, fostering a collaborative environment for the next generation.

Join us at RIVAA Gallery for The Road Ahead and experience the bold and innovative visions of tomorrow's artists.

DO NOT email your submissions to RIVAA gallery.

We propose in this issue to reveal the theme of color. What role does color play in your life? What do you focus on when you use color in your works – is it about mood or feelings? Do you prefer to use color in your work in a limited way and make an accent or do you boldly add all existing shades?

We’re intrigued to see the perspectives of creators from different corners of the world and learn about your concepts!

Selection Criteria:
– International artists
– All-media are accepted (drawing, painting, collage, textile art, photography, art objects, sculpture, animation, etc.)
– The artist must be presented online (social pages, website, gallery profile)

We do not consider the work of artists from Russia and Belarus.

All applications need to be in English.

An Online Masterclass Special focused on equipping artists with the skills and knowledge to create and sell limited edition prints.

Curious to learn how successful artists sell art prints prolifically? How do you identify your audience? And how can you gain new buyers? Our upcoming masterclass covers the in’s and out’s of limited edition prints. We will be joined by industry experts Stuart Waplington, the founder and CEO of theprintspace, and landscape artist and mentor Amy Jobes. The micro-learning masterclass is held on Zoom and open to artists of all levels. This session with help you navigate the basics and provide you with expert tips to stand out from the crowd.

This session will cover:

Limited edition prints basics
Steps to selling your prints
Do’s & Don’ts of creating promotional campaigns
Insight into how professional artists sell limited-edition prints
How to collaborate with print production experts.
Actionable points for you to get started with selling prints
This event will also provide you with the chance to ask experts your burning questions about selling prints. All attendees will receive a guide, worksheet, and glossary of terms.

Who Should Attend

This Masterclass is perfect for:

- Artists looking to enhance their marketing skills.

- Printmakers interested in expanding their promotional strategies.

- Creative individuals wanting to learn from industry experts.

- Anyone passionate about the art of printmaking and campaign creation.

This Masterclass will be joined by gallery experts, including:

Stuart Waplington, Founder and CEO of theprintspace

theprintspace is the UK’s leading Fine Art and Photographic printers. Since its opening in 2007, theprintspace has enjoyed acclaim from both industry professionals and clients alike, assisting artists to achieve commercial success. With over 11,000 trust pilot reviews, they have earned their reputation for quality and excellence.

Helga Stenzel

Helga Stentzel is a multidisciplinary artist based in London, UK. She works across a wide range of media including photography, illustration, videography, sculpture and mural design. Helga received "Food Art Creator of the Year" award in 2020 and has collaborated with Hermes, Amazon, BBC, Honda and O2, among others. She participated in multiple group exhibitions in New York and London, and held a solo show in Seoul in 2022.

Amy Jobes, Landscape Artist

Amy Jobes is a contemporary landscape painter based in North Devon. Amy has previously had her work featured on the BBC, as well as trade media including Artists & Illustrators Magazine. She has

been a self-employed artist for ten years- taking the leap in 2012. Amy has joined the Visual Artist Association as an Artist Mentor alongside Karen van Hoey Smith

Register to Secure Your Place:

Join us for an engaging Masterclass special focused on enhancing your skills in creating compelling campaigns for limited edition prints, organized by the VAA.

Free for Premium Members

10% Discount for Standard Members

£19.99 for non-members

A recording of the event will be available. Limited spots are available, reserve yours now.

🌸 SPRING 2024 OPEN FOR SUBMISSIONS — Innovate Grant is thrilled to introduce our newly increased award amounts of $1,800.00.

Innovate Grant awards (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer. In addition, (12) honorable mentions (6 in art and 6 in photo), will be featured on our website and join a growing community of vibrant and talented artists. Innovate Grant's commitment extends beyond the grant cycle by promoting the work of selected winners and honorable mentions into the future. For more information and to apply visit https://innovateartistgrants.org

Innovate Grant supports artists and photographers through quarterly grants. We've simplified the grant process, so that artists and photographers can focus on making their innovative work. The work should speak for itself and our application reflects that.

Innovate Grant awards:
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Visual Artist
+ 1 x $1,800.00 Grant to a Photographer
+ 12 x Honorable Mentions

Explore the work of ALL Past Innovate Grant recipients and read their interviews at https://innovateartistgrants.org

How to Apply: Visual Artists and Photographers 18 years and older, from all around the world, are eligible to apply. All media and genres are accepted. All applicants retain the right to the work they submit. Apply today at https://innovateartistgrants.org

Category: Multiple disciplines and genres accepted
Deadline: Thursday, June 20, 2024 – Submit by 11:59PM Pacific Standard Time
Region: US & International
Awards: 2 x $1,800.00 USD Grants // 12 x Honorable Mentions

Apply Online Today
https://innovateartistgrants.org

Innovate Grant distributes (2) $1,800.00 grants each quarter, to one Visual Artist and one Photographer.

Our newly increased $1,800.00 grants act as mighty sparks of financial support that ignite your creative development.

Our grant cycles are open (4) times a year (Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall) giving you more opportunities to access the support you need.

Our process is simple so you spend less time on the application and more time making your important work.

Art Fluent’s grant cycle is now open to individual artists through an international open call. The Evolution Grant will provide unrestricted funding to an individual artist with recognized artistic excellence in fine art media and a demonstrated commitment to their art.

CALENDAR
Applications due by Friday, June 21, 2024 at midnight MST.

AWARD
$1,000 to one visual artist each grant cycle.
Unrestricted funds applied toward any expense to enhance the artist’s ability to create work.

APPLICATION FEE
$35. The application fee is non-refundable. It helps defray the costs of administering this grant so we can continue to support and fund artist’s creative projects.

ELIGIBILITY
This call is open to artists worldwide, both amateur and professional. Once an artist is awarded an Evolution Grant, they will not be eligible to apply again.

RULES
Open to ALL fine art mediums (oil, acrylic, watermedia, pastel, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, photography, sculpture, fiber, wood, ceramics, digital art). AI will not be accepted. There is no restriction on style, genre, or subject matter. Work that is copied or done under the guidance of an instructor is not eligible.

SELECTION PROCESS
You will be asked to submit a body of work between 8-20 pieces, along with an artist statement and artist bio.

Applications are reviewed based on a body of work. This jury type allows artists to submit as many media samples as allowed, and all media are submitted into one application.

ENTRY PROCEDURE
Entry is done through CaFÉ, a web-based service that allows artists to upload images and organize their artwork for submissions to galleries. To apply, you must leave our website and go to the CaFÉ website at www.callforentry.org, where you can create a FREE artist account. You will add your details and upload your images to CaFÉ, and then you can submit work to The Evolution Grant. If you have any questions about entering, please contact us at [email protected] we are happy to walk you through the process.

MEDIA PREPARATION
Please only submit properly cropped images of your work that are in focus. We have a free resource for artists for tips on how to get high quality images of your work. Visit www.art-fluent.com/resources for a free download. CaFÉ also offers tips on their blog which you can find here www.callforentry.org/photographing-artwork/.

All images must be in JPEG/JPG format using CaFÉ guidelines. The image size must be 1,200 pixels or greater on the longest side. Maximum file size is 5 mb.

NOTIFICATION
Notification will be done by email, everyone who submits will be notified of their results. If, for any reason, you do not hear from us by Friday, July 18, 2024, please check the filters in your email account. Notification emails are sent to the email on file with CaFÉ.

REQUIRED FORMS
Cash awards over $600 are subject to federal income tax withholding within the United States. A W-9 form must be filled out by the winner and submitted to Art Fluent, Inc.

REGULATIONS
By entering through CaFÉ, you agree to be added to Art Fluent's email list for upcoming artist opportunities. By submitting images, you agree that the images are your own work, nothing copied, you own all rights to the images, and take full responsibility for the content of all images, including the likeness of recognizable individuals. The actual artwork will remain the property of the artist, our mission is to promote artists and their work. Upon grant distribution, you allow Art Fluent the right to reproduce your work on our website, social media, and where appropriate, to help promote further online opportunities. Art Fluent will always credit you and your copyright wherever feasible. We will not use your image for any other purpose without the artist's permission.

Grants for Artist Projects (GAP) are unrestricted project-based grants of $1,500 awarded to 65 artists working in all disciplines across Washington State.

Funding may be used for but not limited to artist fees, materials, equipment, space rental, travel for research, documentation, professional development opportunities, marketing and promotion, support to continue a current project, support to start a new project, and many other needs related to your project.

Introduction
The City of Northfield seeks an artist or artist team to design and execute site-specific art installation/s, to be located on the grounds of the Water Treatment Plant. The artist(s)/artist team will work with the project team to integrate the artwork into the overall landscape design.

As described, the art is to be located outside the new water treatment facility, on the grounds adjacent to Hall Ave.

Northfield is a vibrant community that values and enjoys its history, arts and culture, and active recreational areas. Northfield residents are warm and welcoming, and love Northfield’s history and features. Some of these include:

Situated on the traditional homelands of the Wahpekute and other bands of the Dakota People
Historic roots as a river milling town founded in 1855
Active Arts and Culture
Situated on the scenic Cannon River
Home to two excellent colleges—St. Olaf College and Carleton College
Thirty-five city parks, as well as the Carleton Arboretum and the St. Olaf Natural Lands
Known for its annual Defeat of Jesse James Days celebration which commemorates the historic failed bank robbery by the James-Younger Gang
High civic engagement among residents who make a meaningful contribution to the community
Highly walkable and bikeable
Vibrant, growing public art collection. Please see website for further details of project background and images.

Goals
The goal of this project is to create a sense of place as well as a sense of pride in city facilities and public spaces with artwork incorporated into the landscape design at the city's new Water Treatment Plant. Artist(s)/artists teams will work with Barr engineering to integrate artwork with landscape design. Among these goals, the City seeks art that will:

Express the vibrant, creative, and charming character of Northfield
Capture interest and engage people of all ages and abilities
Provide an interactive artistic amenity to the grounds where the public can visit
Potential themes to explore
Water conservation, stormwater management
Ecology and geology
Climate change and resiliency
Artwork may be
Interactive
Kinetic
Reflective of ecological function and/or engages with the history of the land
Functional, such as sculptural seating, or artwork that integrates the stormwater roof scupper and adjacent plantings
Interpretive
Other approaches
The City and the Public Art Review Committee seek the best proposal for this area. The unique nature of, and multiple demands of this area may merit approaches to art that we have not anticipated. Thus, while we have done our best to describe the community's goals, we encourage artists not to be limited by our descriptions, and to think broadly about how art here can:

Communicate with people using this area for any purpose
Advance Northfield's goals as a community
Flexibility can include forms of art sources of materials, labor, and funding.
Proposals should feel free to propose other approaches to funding or procuring the described project.

"Best value" guidelines will give the Public Art Review Committee leeway in commending, and the City flexibility in choosing, the artist and artwork.

Artwork materials and requirements
The material, design and palette must stand up to local weather and be amenable to ongoing maintenance. The artist and City staff will also be working with a landscape architect, which will be provided within the general project construction budget, and not as a part of the artist stipend. A statement of recommended maintenance for a 5-year period will be required.

Criteria for selection
The Public Art Review Committee will review qualifications of applicant artists and make recommendations to the Northfield Arts and Culture Commission. The selection panel includes members of the Arts and Culture Commission, representation from the Northfield School District, representation from the city Public Works department, arts advocates and community members. Their selection will be based on the following criteria:

Artistic excellence as demonstrated in images of the artist’s previous work
Experience working on large-scale, site-specific projects
Willingness to meet all contractual guidelines
The use of content appropriate for all audiences
Willingness to be flexible in working with City staff on design changes as needed
In addition, materials and design must be weather-resistant. We encourage you to consider and address any safety or accessibility concerns.

For additional review criteria, refer to the Northfield Arts and Culture Commission "Art in Public Places"

Artwork purchase budget
Up to four finalists will be selected by the Public Art Review Committee to create a concept proposal and will receive $1,500 as a concept stipend.

Total project budget is $150,000. The budget will include all taxes, insurance and all other fees. The artist is required to install the artwork in a professional manner and is responsible for any installation fees. The artist is responsible for all the materials related to the execution of the project.

Announcing the Monthly Solo Exhibition Photo Contest: Showcase Your Talent Globally!

Each month, an exceptional photographer will be awarded a Solo Exhibition on our newly dedicated showroom pages. The upcoming exhibition dates are from July 1 to July 31, 2024. Our goal is to spotlight incredible work that awakens imagination, transforms perspectives, and resonates deeply with viewers.

The Solo Exhibition offers an unparalleled opportunity to reach a wider audience through our independent online magazine, recognized as one of the most vibrant portals of photography on the web. This competition is open to photographers of all categories and subject matters, including photojournalism, street photography, artistic photography, portraits, nudes, landscapes, nature, wildlife, urban scenes, architecture, fashion, fine art, and documentary photography. We encourage you to unleash your creativity!

Whether you are a seasoned professional or a passionate photography enthusiast, we invite you to submit a cohesive body of work or portfolio. Only a unified group of photos will be considered for a solo exhibition. To make your online photo gallery stand out, submit one project or a body of work that showcases unity. You can submit between 6 and 14 images for a flat fee of $45.

The Solo Exhibition is a powerful promotional tool designed to showcase your work to a global audience. The winning solo exhibition will be featured from July 1 to July 31, 2024, in our Competition Gallery, New Showroom pages, Home Page, 'Top Stories', 'Featured Photographer', 'Photo Exhibitions', and 'Article' pages.

In addition to being featured, you can sell your work online with no commission fees. In today’s economy, almost 50% of art sales happen online. This is your chance to skip the middleman, as All About Photo won’t charge any commissions on your sales. We will connect you directly with potential buyers.

Your solo exhibition will also have a permanent presence on the All About Photo Online Gallery. It will be accessible in our past exhibitions and Article directory, and you will have a permanent page showcasing 20 images of your work in our Photographers Directory.

Gain international visibility and press coverage by having your work published across all our online channels. The winning photographer will be profiled on our Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter accounts, and the Solo Exhibition will be featured in our Newsletter. Additionally, the winning photographer will receive international press exposure, with past winners having been featured in major publications like The Times UK, National Geographic Espana, The Sun, The Daily Mail, The Eye of Photography, Digital Camera, and Competences Photo. The Solo Exhibition will also be promoted on Art Week, Bored Panda, Photophiles, Private Photo Review, and Visura.

All About Photo connects you directly with industry experts from around the world. Don’t miss this new opportunity to showcase your work and reach a broader audience on a global scale. Enter our Solo Exhibition Photo Contest and let your talent shine!

Are you passionate about capturing the world around you and raising awareness about pressing environmental issues? We invite photographers from around the globe to participate in our online photography competition focused on the timely and important theme of "Environmental Challenges".

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three entries, as well as promotion on social media and email blasts. The first place winner will be offered a free exhibition in the gallery’s FEATURED section.

Through your lens, showcase the environmental challenges that our planet faces, from climate change and pollution to biodiversity loss and sustainable development. This is an opportunity to use the power of photography to shed light on the critical issues impacting our environment and inspire positive change.

DECAGON GALLERY is an online photography gallery based in Brooklyn, NY that specializes in contemporary photography. The gallery offers photographers several curated platforms to showcase their work and connect with art enthusiasts worldwide.

This three-week visual arts residency focuses on hide scraping, bone tool making, and working with parfleche. Visual artists who work with hide and parfleche will learn more about how scrape a hide, and work with parfleche with the support of faculty, elders, and knowledge keepers. Participants are invited to engage with faculty, community and peers while having self-directed studio time in Glyde Hall. Participants will come together with the community and have the opportunity for one-on-one sessions. The participants and faculty will have a chance to share their works in progress in Open Studios. Participants will deepen their artistry and technical application with hide scraping, bone tool making, and working with parfleche. The program will foster peer relationships with the opportunity for self-directed studio time. Participants will also be engaged with community in storytelling/knowledge sharing sessions in the hide tanning process.

Phase 3 is now open for applications.
Categories for submissions are:
Painting & Mixed Media & Printmaking
Photography/ Digital Art
Drawing &Illustration
Sculpture
Drawing Young Artist (16-24 years old)

Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces an art call for the gallery’s 6th Annual “Primary Colors” Online Art Competition. The gallery invites artists from around the world to make online submissions for possible inclusion in the Gallery’s July 2024 online group art exhibition.

All 2D and 3D artists (including photography & digital art), regardless of where they reside, are invited to apply to this competition by submitting their best representational and/or abstract art.

The “Primary Colors” theme is one in which one of the primary colors (Red, Blue &/or Yellow) stands out as a primary artistic element in the artwork. Any subject matter and any media are acceptable in this open theme competition, as long as the primary colors in the artwork are at least one or more of the three primary colors – Red, Blue &/or Yellow.

Curious to see how you can take your art practice to the next level? The Visual Artists Association offers an exclusive Momentum Programme that’s carefully curated to provide you with the tools to develop your business and sell more art.

We offer professional expertise on all aspects of your Art Career, including: Career Coaching, Critical Feedback, Marketing Insights, Pricing, Selling, and exhibiting, as well as much more.

Our Momentum Programme is a short, online course which provides you with invaluable knowledge on the key practicalities and necessary considerations for effective business growth; giving an insight into the skills required to successfully access opportunities to gain visibility with the right audience.

Through group discussion and critical reflection on VAA case studies, you will be introduced to contemporary approaches to artists’ income streams, which you will use to develop your own income, visibility path and projects.

Take the next step toward more sales. If you are interested in a tailored programme to push your art business to the next level, we will be hosting a drop-in session to meet the programme leaders: Karen van Hoey Smith and Amy Jobes.

Limited Spaces Available. Free to attend.

Mixing and combining different forms and styles of art can allow artists to express their vision without restraints. Mixed Media art can also inspire and challenge the viewer. For this online group exhibition, we invite artists to submit any artwork that celebrates the boundary breaking creation technique of combining various forms of art.

Mixing and combining different forms and styles of art can allow artists to express their vision without restraints. Mixed Media art can also inspire and challenge the viewer. For this online group exhibition, we invite artists to submit any artwork that celebrates the boundary breaking creation technique of combining various forms of art.

We will accept artwork in any medium, from any year, and any size you are willing to ship to a potential buyer.

Based in TORONTO, Canada, Part Crowd Art Gallery is ONLINE ONLY, so no need to ship your work(s) to us.
Presented online by Part Crowd Art Gallery

In June 2024, the Monthly Art Award invites artists worldwide to capture the the diversity and beauty of animals in their natural habitats. This month's theme explores the rich and diverse world of wildlife through various mediums, including painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, and digital art. .

🎨 Theme: "Wildlife" - Participants may depict a wide range of animal species, from mammals and birds to insects and marine life, highlighting their unique characteristics, behaviour, and environments.

🏆 Prizes: The June 2024 Monthly Art Award offers artists a chance to win prestigious rewards, including $100 in cash, a featured interview, a winner's certificate, and a prominent spot in the award's esteemed newsletter, reaching art enthusiasts worldwide.

Artists of all backgrounds and mediums are welcome to participate. Whether you paint, sculpt, photograph, or craft, this competition provides a platform to showcase the vibrant and ever-evolving world of "Wildlife."

Submissions are now open and will be accepted until June 28th, 2024, at 11:59 PM AST. To join this creative exploration of wildlife, visit our website.

Apply for The Emergent Art Grant here:
https://www.emergentartgrant.org/

The Emergent Art Grant supplies artists in the beginning their careers with unrestricted cash funds of $1000. Grants are given quarterly to those that show a high potential for growth and an overall successful art career.

All artists within the first ten years of their creative career are welcome to apply, and all creative media types will be considered. Whether your a painter, poet, dancer, or DJ, you have a spot here at The Emergent Art Grant.

Apply for The Emergent Art Grant here:
https://www.emergentartgrant.org/

WeHo Arts Division invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. AOTO funds the temporary display of art at publicly accessible City-owned locations and facilities. Past projects include sculptures, murals, digital screen-based artwork & projections, and performance art. While proposals for new artworks are eligible for review, the program is best suited to realizing exhibitions consisting of prefabricated artworks that can be installed at the approved site without extensive modification. Past awarded budgets have averaged around $8,000 but vary depending on the project. Please review the application requirements carefully before applying and feel free to contact Marcus Mitchell, Public Art Administrator at 323-848-3122 / [email protected] with any questions about the application, selection process, or program. To apply please visit https://bit.ly/AOTO2024.

Sketch for Survival helps to raise vital awareness about species extinction and biodiversity loss while also raising funds for projects around the world.

The competition showcases a range of different art styles and unites the voices of people all around the world in support of conservation. We regularly receive entries from more than 90 countries including China, Ukraine, South Korea, Iran, India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Philippines, Malaysia, Australia & NZ, Canada, the US, Brazil, Iceland, Dubai, Qatar, Turkey, Tanzania, South Africa and most countries in Europe.

Just 100 artworks are selected for exhibition and auction. These are sold via online auction with a starting bid of £100.
ALL proceeds from the auction of Sketch for Survival artworks in November support our Project Fund.

Queer|Art’s first international grant provides an award of $10,000 for the winner and $1,250 for distinguished finalists, to support the creation of new work by emerging LGBTQ+ photographers. Named in honor of photographer Robert Giard (1939-2002), a portrait, landscape, and figure photographer whose work focused on LGBTQ+ lives and issues, the grant focuses on supporting emerging LGBTQ+ photographers whose projects address issues of sexuality, gender, or LGBTQ+ identity.

The grant was organized in partnership with The Robert Giard Foundation from 2020 until 2022 when the Foundation ceased operations. The Robert Giard Grant for Emerging LGBTQ+ Photographers supports and promotes self-taught, early career or otherwise emerging LGBTQ+ artists, awarded on a yearly basis. This support is vital for emerging artists, who may lack the financial resources or institutional support available to more established artists. The 2024 Robert Giard Grant for Emerging LGBTQ+ Photographers is made possible with the generous support of Joan Cadden, Glenn Stancroff, and the Robert Giard Foundation. After five years, 2024 will be Queer|Art’s final year hosting the Robert Giard Grant.

The judges for the 2024 Robert Giard Grant for Emerging LGBTQ+ Photographers: editor-in-chief of Them Sarah Burke, interdisciplinary artist Jess T. Dugan, historian and curator Jacqueline Francis, and photographer Tommy Kha. After five years, 2024 will be Queer|Art’s final year hosting the Robert Giard Grant.

Cover image: Lines of a Golf Course (1979) by Robert Giard. Courtesy of the Estate of Robert Giard and Queer|Art.

Promoted by Associazione Archeofuturo since 2018, In-ruins is a residency project dedicated to the encounter between contemporary art and archeology via the transitory settlement of artists, curators and researchers in towns neighboring monumental sites in Calabria. In-ruins rethinks the territory through its past, turns ancient finds into places for encounter and shares urgent global narratives to liminal territories for contemporary art production and fruition. Rooting its activities within meridian and Mediterranean horizons, the project aims to valorize both cultural heritage and the traditions, myths and stories of the very communities that guard it.

We are thrilled to announce our open call for participation in our 2025 artist residency program, dedicated to exploring the theme Care and Stewardship. At the heart of this theme is the idea that care transcends human boundaries and acknowledges our interconnected existence in the world. We invite individuals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to explore the multifaceted dimensions and essence of care.

At its core, Care & Stewardship beckons reflection upon reciprocal responsibility we hold as stewards of the Earth. It prompts us to consider the consequences of our actions, both immediate and in the future, on ecosystems, biodiversity, and future generations. Yet, its reach extends far beyond interpersonal dynamics to encompass the stewardship of our environment, the pursuit of social justice, and the cultivation of collective well-being. Through this exploration, we invite artists, scientists, scholars, and cultural bearers to critically engage with the concept of care, probing its intersections with issues of social justice, environmental sustainability, and ethical responsibility. Together, let us delve into the transformative potential of care in shaping more compassionate and sustainable futures.

At Pine Meadow Ranch Center for Arts & Agriculture, we work with artists, educators, researchers and Tribal members to support the long-term resilience of the local ecosystem. As stewards of the land, we rely on a deep understanding of the local ecology and the application of time-tested techniques to conserve natural resources and maintain the fertile conditions in which life can flourish. Understanding how different entities within the ecosystem interact and coexist at PMRCAA has allowed us to preserve the ranching tradition and maintain agricultural land. Our hope is to restore PMRCAA’s soil by understanding the diverse web of relationships responsible for maintaining its fertility.

By embracing a more expansive perspective that recognizes the power of diverse ways of knowing and being, we concern ourselves with how to instill ethical relations of production and explore the role artists, culture bearers, scientists, scholars, and researchers play in nourishing radical imagination and facilitating transformative change.

Surreal Visions is a thematic exhibition open to all interpretations of the concept, Surreal Visions. Open to all media and styles of surreal and visionary art. 72" maximum dimension. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery, September 5 - 28, 2024.
The exhibition will also be displayed on the Limner Gallery web site and promoted on social media. Artists accepted to exhibit will not be charged additional fees of any kind.

SlowArt Productions, 123 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534

FIBERART INTERNATIONAL
Fiberart International is a triennial exhibition that seeks to exhibit the best of contemporary art and invites submissions that reflect a wide range of works related to the fiber medium. The exhibition is recognized around the world as a benchmark that documents trends and innovations in the field. The goal of the exhibition is to include innovative work rooted in traditional fiber materials, structure, processes and history, as well as art that explores unexpected relationships between fiber and other creative disciplines.

The 25th edition of the Fiberart International will be organized and presented by Contemporary Craft in partnership with Brew House Arts. Fiberart International 2025 will feature works by established and emerging artists and will be open to the public, with artwork located at both Contemporary Craft and Brew House Arts.

Since 1967, the Fiberart International was produced by the Fiberarts Guild of Pittsburgh, a non-profit, member supported organization that promotes the appreciation of fiber art and fosters its creative development and continuance. Contemporary Craft is grateful for the long-term relationship with the Guild, and also for the opportunity to work so closely with them over the years on this exhibition.

2025 FIBERART INTERNATIONAL CALENDAR

Call for Artists begins April 1, 2024
Submission deadline June 30, 2024
Notification of jurors’ decision to accepted artists September 30, 2024
Accepted work due (both shipping and in-person delivered) March 15, 2025
Soft Opening at Contemporary Craft May 30, 2025
Opening Reception at Contemporary Craft & Brew House Arts June 20, 2025
Exhibition schedule (accepted work will be displayed at two locations simultaneously):
Contemporary Craft: May 30, 2025 - August 30, 2025
Brew House Arts: June 20, 2025 – August 30, 2025
Return of artwork: artwork will be shipped within one month of the closing of the exhibition. At this time we are exploring the possibility of traveling the exhibition.
For questions or concerns, please email:
Yu-San Cheng, Associate Director at [email protected]
Justin Lin, Exhibition Coordinator at [email protected]

Application Requirements
Only ONE artwork per application is allowed.
Resume (2-page maximum) in pdf format (file size must be under 1MB);
Artist Statement (max character length = 1000 including spaces)
Each application must be represented by at least two (2) images: One (1) full view and one (1) detail.
Works entered as a multicomponent must be represented by three images: One (1) full view and two (2) details.
Proposals for installations must be represented by three (3) images: Two (2) full view from different angles and one (1) detail;
Image details should include: title, year, medium, size, retail value
There is a non-refundable entry fee of $45 payable online

Photographing your work: Use a professional photographer if possible. Each entry should be represented by clearly focused, well-lit images on a neutral background that accurately reflects the work submitted. Color must represent the piece accurately. Proper lighting is essential. DO NOT USE A CAMERA FLASH. It will cause a “hot spot” on the work.

Work exhibited in a frame must include the frame in the digital image. Work framed under glass must be photographed without glass, but noted that it will be displayed with glass. Please note size of piece with and without frame.

UPLOAD
Please title images following the format requested by CaFÉ: Title-full view.jpeg / Title-detail.jpeg

For the work submitted, artists must provide the title of the work, note if it is a detail, a brief description including dimensions, materials, and techniques.

IMAGE: JPEG or JPG only, up to 5MB, 1200 pixels or greater on the longest side (either H or W), files larger than 5 MB are not accepted by CaFÉ.
AUDIO: AIFF, WAV, XMF, MP3, under 10MB with a minimum bit rate of 96.
VIDEO: WMV, MOV, MP4, under 100MB with a minimum resolution of 640 x 480; minimum 12 fps.

Eligibility Criteria
This call is open to exceptionally talented artists who are in the early, mid or late stages of their career and reside in the United States or abroad.

Entries must be original work completed after July 1, 2023.
All work must be either fiber in content or executed in a fiber technique. Artists must be 18 years of age or older.
Work must be original in concept and design and not be the result of a class or workshop or in a degree granting institution.
Collaborative works will be considered as a single entry.
Artists submitting both collaborative and individual works must apply separately. The collaborative team will be considered as a single applicant.
Work must not exceed 12 feet in height or width.
Artists whose installation artwork is selected must either be available to install their work or provide explicit instructions for our experienced installation staff.
JURYING PROCESS

Work will be judged from digital images. Selection will be based on the overall quality of the work and its compliance with the standards stated in “Entry Requirements.” Work, which differs significantly from the image representing it, will be disqualified and returned to the artist.

Notification of the jurors’ decision will be sent through CaFÉ to the artist’s email by September 30, 2024. The prize-winning entry will be chosen from among the works accepted for the exhibition. The winner of the prize will be announced at the exhibition opening.

SALES
All works must be for sale. Contemporary Craft/Brew House Art receives a 50% commission on artworks sold. Commissions received through CC sales help support the free admission, education and community outreach programs of the nonprofit organization.

RIGHTS OF REPRODUCTION
Contemporary Craft/Brew House Arts reserves the right to photograph exhibited work, and use photographs - or the artist’s entry images - in both printed and electronic materials for publicity and promotion.

Fiberart International 2025 will retain the submitted images (accepted) and reserves the right to use the images in publications and gallery publicity. Beyond such use, the artist retains full copyright of submitted images. A full color catalog of the exhibition will be published. It is essential that the image provided is of a quality that will reproduce accurately and meet the high standards of a professional art publication. Exhibiting artists will receive a complimentary copy. Catalogs will also be available for purchase. All applicants will have the opportunity to preorder the exhibition catalogs.

SHIPPING
Artists who are selected as finalists will be responsible for one-way transportation of works to Contemporary Craft; Contemporary Craft/Brew House Arts will pay return transportation costs and insurance. Works must be packed securely and double boxed in reusable containers with thorough re-packing instructions and complete forms for return.

Accepted artists will be asked to give permission for their work to travel. All work selected for touring should be available for up to two (2) years beginning September, 2025. Work on tour will be insured. Work will be returned upon tour completion. FI2025 Tour expenses for insurance, storage, shipping to the tour destination and the final return shipping to the artists are covered by Contemporary Craft/Brew House Arts.

INSURANCE/LIABILITY
Artists who are selected as finalists will be responsible for insuring their work in transit to Contemporary Craft. Contemporary Craft/Brew House Arts will insure artworks for the entire exhibition period, storage and during return shipment. Hand delivered entries must be at the exhibition venue by March 15, 2025.

JURORS
JOJO ABOT is an interdisciplinary healer exploring evolving themes of spirituality, identity and community through music, film, fine art, fashion, photography and various other expressions. Committed to a philosophy of "Message Over Medium", the artist aims to provoke larger conversations and actions towards collective elevation, healing and harmony. An Ewe woman born in Ghana and currently based in LA, JOJO ABOT offers intimate invitations into the practice of true freedom, love and re-membering through sacred ceremonies of togetherness, reflection and transformation engaging the self as the starting point to unity, universal connection and ascension. Serving as a bridge between the physical and metaphysical, her offerings invite us into a spiritual dance that allows for a coming together of ancestry, traditions and global cultures.

Currently touring her groundbreaking immersive spatial opera, A GOD OF HER OWN MAKING which has featured artists like Esperanza Spalding, she expands a blossoming career offering interdisciplinary works in collaboration with the MOMA, Brooklyn Museum, The Ghana Pavilion at La Biennale Di Venezia, Frieze art fair x Theaster Gates x Prada, Hult Center, Armory week NYC, Perez Art Museum Miami and many others. JOJO ABOT has toured with Ms Lauryn Hill, played stages like Afropunk, Roots picnic, Radio city music hall, The Apollo Theater, Kennedy Center, Greek theater and more while being the first unsigned artist to perform live for NYC's Times Square new year's eve concert to over a million people.

Honoring the call to limitless expression, JOJO ABOT remains an exhibiting artist showing works in various solo and group exhibitions featuring sculpture, textile, painting, installations and mixed media offerings that echo her visions of worlds past, present and future. An alumni of the New Museum's incubator program, New Inc, and former resident at National Sawdust, JOJO ABOT continues to develop and present her interdisciplinary practice through POWER TO THE GOD WITHIN and other curatorial projects.

Louis Ho is a Singapore-based curator, critic and art historian. His research is concerned with the contemporary visual cultures...

Since 1974, the Centrum Artists-In-Residence program has welcomed hundreds of writers, artists and creative thinkers to immerse themselves in the historic charm and natural beauty of Fort Worden in Port Townsend, Washington. The campus has sweeping views of the Olympic and Cascade Mountain ranges, miles of wandering beach and forest trails, and a peppering of World War I–era batteries and bunkers.

Creative professionals from all disciplines and backgrounds can take advantage of charming cabins, studio spaces, and a rich array of resources. Residents can expect semi-rustic experiences in comfortable cabins or apartments. Visual artists have their choice of a few studios of different sizes, including use of the printmaking studio at Corvidae Press for experienced printmakers. Our campus includes several organizations with whom a resident can arrange to connect such as: Rainshadow recording studio, Madrona MindBody Institute, the Port Townsend School of Woodworking, Copper Canyon Press, and Northwind Art.

Above all, artists cite their residency as a unique opportunity to focus on their practice outside of many of the pressures of work, school, or expectation-based constraints.

We’ve updated our application process and will be accepting applications for three of our residency programs (Emerging Artist, In the Making, and Self-Directed Residencies) via the same application portal between April 15-June 30, 2024. In your application, simply select the residencies you’d like to be considered for.

Our residency program is aimed at providing artists, writers, and creatives in all disciplines permission to relax, to focus, and/or re-invent their practice as needed. We believe that residencies are a central part of any artistic practice and that magic happens when you take time to reflect and focus on what matters most. We also believe that community matters, and that being in residence alongside others expands networks, fosters collectivity and friendship, and helps our arts ecosystem thrive. We encourage all applicants to read all about what Centrum Residencies offer here.

In this application stage, we will ask for:

Work samples, along with a link directly to an existing online portfolio if you have one, so that our panel can understand your practice. Our panels look to curate a diversity of practices, work that is relevant to contemporary issues and work that expands thinking in its field. Residencies are open to practices that include but not limited to: visual arts, writing, curatorial, performance, dance, music, and social practices.
Demographics to ensure that we are selecting from a diverse pool of applicants.
The type of workspace/accommodations needed for your work
One short paragraph about what a residency would mean to you.
Indicate which residency programs you want to be considered for.

Please see details for each residency on website.

Art Ability is dedicated to creating community awareness of cognitive and physical disabilities, encouraging people with disabilities to reach beyond their limitations and find fulfillment and inspiration through art. Art Ability provides positive role models for people with disabilities while increasing their access to the arts. The program successfully develops new markets for artists with disabilities where they can gain recognition for their technical skill and artistic vision.

The annual exhibit and sale will be on display at Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital in Malvern, Pennsylvania, from November 3, 2024 to January 26, 2025 and will be open to the public during the hospital's visiting hours. The event will kick off with a ticketed preview party and fundraising dinner on Saturday, November 2, 2024.

Application Requirements
Each artist should submit work through the CaFE website: callforentry.org. Interested artists are required to create a free CaFE profile to apply. There is no entry fee for the Art Ability call and artist profiles can be created and saved for future use. Artists with saved profiles should check to confirm contact information is still accurate.

Applicants are invited to submit up to 6 (six) separate works of art for consideration, uploading 1 (one) JPEG (.jpg) image of each to the CaFE site. If necessary, a detail may be uploaded as one of the six. Images must be uploaded to the artist’s profile prior to completing a call for entry. Applications also require title of work, medium, size, year completed, and price. Be sure the size and selling price is a reflection of the artwork framed. Refer to specific finishing guidelines under the Eligibility section of this document.

The exhibit is displayed in a rehab hospital. Please consider the subject matter prior to submitting artwork. Nudes and dark subject matter will not be accepted, regardless of artistic merit. If you would like the curator to review your submissions prior to submitting your artwork, please email your images to [email protected] for feedback.

Depending on a variety of factors, the online submission process may take up to two hours to prepare images and submit the application. Applicants are strongly urged to allow time for any unforeseen technical difficulties. Applications can be saved and updated at any time prior to the submission deadline of June 30, 2024.

Art centers and groups: A separate profile and valid email address is required for each submitting artist. Each artist’s submissions should reflect the person’s individual creativity. Multiple renditions of the same subject matter, such as a class assignment, will not be accepted. In addition to the artist's contact information, please include the name and address of the art center or group on application.

We look forward to seeing your work!

For additional information or questions, contact the Art Ability office at 484.596.5607 or [email protected]

GUIDELINES:
Acceptable media: Painting (Acrylic, Oil, Gouache, Tempera, etc.); Watercolor & Wash (Ink Wash, Alcohol Ink, etc.); Drawing & Fine Printmaking (Pencil, Charcoal, Crayon, Pastel, Ink, Marker, Woodblock, Etching, Silkscreen, etc.); Photography (Analog or Digital); Mixed Media (2-Dimensional: Collage, Mosaic, Fiber Art, etc.); Sculpture (must weigh under 25 lbs.); Jewelry, Fine Crafts & Functional Art

Size: No dimension should be less than 13” or more than 48” including the frame. Each piece is not to exceed 25 lbs. in weight.

Finishing: Any works selected by judges must be sent ready for display. All flat works may require appropriate framing and hanging hardware. Presentation guidelines:

• All works on paper, cardboard, foamcore, scratchboard, flimsy materials and/or delicate surfaces must be protected with Plexiglas and framed. Plexiglas and proper wiring is required for all framing. No glass will be accepted.

• Frames must be used to protect soft and/or sharp edges.

All flat works that are metal, ceramic, or any delicate materials, as well as those that use Plexiglas, must be framed.

• Wrap-around canvas must be on sturdy stretcher bars. Unfinished or sloppy edges will not be accepted.

• All wall art must be properly wired for hanging. Saw teeth, French cleats, nail holes and nail rings will not be accepted.

Stipulations: Work that arrives damaged will be returned to artist. We are not financially responsible if it arrives damaged.

The 14th Annual PleinAir Salon is an online art competition with 12 monthly cycles, and is open to a variety of mediums and styles. It’s not just for plein air painters! We invite a variety of top master artists, museum directors and gallery owners to judge each month. All monthly winners are automatically included in the Annual Competition where the Grand Prize winner receives $15,000 and has their painting featured on the cover of PleinAir Magazine, the #1 representational art magazine at Barnes & Noble.

In addition to a total of $50,000 in ALL Cash Prizes, winners receive exposure and recognition through our various magazines, websites, newsletters and social media platforms.

Early Bird Registration ends on the 15th. Enter before the deadline to receive 25% off every entry. The regular cost is $38 for the first entry, and just $16 for each additional entry. Artists are welcome to enter as many paintings as they like, in as many categories as they like. There are 19 categories in all.

Check out PleinAirSalon.com/archive to see what else is offered to the winners.

EXHIBITION: Following the success of the first biennial exhibition, the Department of Art and Art History at the University of North Carolina Asheville is excited to announce In the Round: 2nd Biennial Outdoor Sculpture Competition. Seven works will be selected by the juror and displayed for two years around the newly renovated and state-of-the-art Owen Hall within the beautiful UNC Asheville campus. There will be cash prizes awarded during an opening reception and virtual juror’s walk on October 18th, 2024. Additionally, stipends will be given to each accepted artist. In the Round is made possible by the generous support from the Windgate Charitable Foundation.

ABOUT THE JUROR: Twylene Moyer, editor of Sculpture magazine, has published in a range of periodicals, monographs, and catalogues on contemporary art and has been a featured speaker at the Corcoran Gallery of Art and SOFA Chicago. She is the co-editor of five books on contemporary sculpture, including The New Earthwork: Art, Action, Agency and Artists Reclaim the Commons. In addition to serving as a juror for a variety of shows, she curated Insight Out and Disintegration, two exhibitions of site-specific, outdoor works for the Arlington Arts Center.

CATALOGUE: A full-color catalogue of the exhibition will be printed. Each exhibiting artist will receive three complimentary copies and additional copies will be available for purchase.

AWARDS/INSTALLATION: A total of $2500 in cash prizes will be determined and awarded by the juror. A stipend of $1500 will be provided to each accepted artist in order to offset shipping and travel. Assistance with installation will be available in the form of a front loader, trackhoe and backhoe equipment managed by UNC Asheville staff. Any additional equipment needs, such as crane assistance, are the responsibility of the artist. Artwork will be insured while on campus for the duration of the exhibition. Artists are responsible for insurance while in transit.

CALENDAR:

CaFÉ application opens April 1, 2024

*** Deadline to apply June 30, 2024 ***

*** Notifications sent July 15, 2024 ***

Installation dates Late September/early October, 2024

Juror’s Walk & Reception October 18, 2024

Exhibition dates October 2024-September 2026

Deinstallation Late September 2026

Artists unable to meet the installation and deinstallation dates are not eligible to participate and may forfeit the stipend.

TERAVARNA announces their "12th ABSTRACT" International Juried Art Competition. Artists with a keen eye for originality are encouraged to put their most compelling pieces on the unifying topic of abstraction to this unique occasion. The abstract art competition is open to contributions in a wide variety of creative disciplines, including but not limited to traditional media such as painting and sculpture, new media such as digital art, painting, fiber art, photography, graphic design, and mixed media, and even experimental and installation art. All are welcome to this celebration of the boundless possibilities of abstract art.

Terms for Participation in Abstract Art Competition
The international juried art competition hosted by TERAVARNA revolves around the theme of ABSTRACT. Artists are free to interpret and represent the theme in their unique way. You should remember the following criteria:

Both figurative and abstract ideas related to the overall theme will be considered.

Artists can submit their artworks in any media or artistic form.

Still not sure if you should participate?
Let us convince you otherwise
Abstract art, with its kaleidoscopic array of colors and shapes, challenges our perception of the world and transports us to the limitless potential of the creative mind. It moves about the canvas, playing with our eyes and ears and forcing us to reevaluate our assumptions. The entangled strokes of paint create an orchestra of feelings that reveals hidden meaning to the curious. Meaning is ambiguous and up for grabs in this kaleidoscopic collage of forms and lines. Each brushstroke conveys meaning and encourages the development of unique tales. Digital abstract art is a call to explore one's inner world; it is an artistic medium that reaches one's spirit and spurs original thought.

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TERAVARNA presents the best platform for abstract art contests. We provide the ideal domain where you can present your artwork and get admired by visitors digitally. All art enthusiasts will get to view your creation, which respected professionals in digital abstract art will judge. Such panelists have been hand-picked for their knowledge and experience in the subject, and they will give insightful comments on your applications. Their feedback may be a springboard to enhance your creative abilities and personal style further. All the entries will compete, and the winners will be announced in this official portal.

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We intend to provide the ultimate abstract artwork gallery meeting point where admirers can find new art to praise, and artists can find new admirers for inspiration. Here at TERAVARNA, we think it's important to acknowledge and honor hard work and excellence. We value the work of the best abstract artists because we know how much time and energy they put into their pieces.

Winning submissions in our colorful abstract painting competitions can win cash prizes, get art materials, and perhaps be featured in solo shows or work with well-known artists. In addition to validating your efforts, these rewards will encourage you to keep pushing the envelope in your creative endeavors.

TERAVARNA's dedication to the arts community exceeds juried shows and public displays. Our goal is to provide a setting conducive to creative development and exploration. We also provide instructional courses, masterclasses, and other tools to help you develop your creative abilities, hone your craft, and spark your creativity in addition to the events we host. Benefit from these programs to widen your artistic horizons, try new methods, and connect with other creative types to build a strong foundation for your career.

TERAVARNA's abstract art contests provide excellent networking and promotional chances for artists like you. Your work will be seen by a wide variety of art lovers, buyers, exhibition owners, and experts in the field if you join our online community. The worldwide audience seeing your creations will give you the exposure that no local venue ever could.

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If you've been on the fence about participating in an abstract art competition, know that TERAVARNA is a fantastic venue for showcasing your work, connecting with other artists and art lovers, and earning praise from knowledgeable judges. You'll discover a welcoming community here that will encourage your artistic growth and provide valuable exposure and the opportunity to compete for prizes. Don't allow self-doubt to stop you from embarking on a creative journey that might revolutionize your professional life as one of the best abstract artists.

The City of West Hollywood's Arts Division invites artists, curators, and non-profit arts organizations based in the U.S. to submit proposals for temporary public art projects to the Art on the Outside (AOTO) program. AOTO funds the temporary display of art at publicly accessible City-owned locations and facilities. Past projects include sculptures, murals, digital screen-based artwork & projections, and performance art.

Please see website for further application details.

ANNUAL MEMBER FLINN SUMMER EXHIBIT 2024
JULY 31 - AUGUST 22, 2024
THEME: “#LIVINGARTISTS”

ENTRY: Entry open ONLY to G.A.S. members. Works are not eligible if previously accepted for one of our juried exhibitions; if they have been exhibited in the Flinn Gallery; or if completed prior to 2020. All submitted work must be attractively and appropriately matted, framed and/or presented. All works must be for sale. If a portrait, the price of a similar commission must be stated. No PORs.

ENTRY FEE: For annual, new member or membership renewal of $75, the artist can submit up to 2 pieces of art. The membership fee effective through Aug. 14, 2025. Fee for entering 3 pieces $100 includes 2024 membership. All fees non-refundable. Multiple entries from the same artist must be submitted at the same time. Entry fees must be paid via PayPal through Entrythingy. ENTRY OPENS MAY 20, ENTRY DEADLINE – JUNE 30.

CATEGORIES: Painting: Oil, Acrylic, Drawing, Pastel, Watercolor, Sculpture, Photography, Original Digital Art, Fiber Arts, Mixed Media, Other Media, Printmaking (no digital prints of original artwork.)

ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS:: Wall-hung: Max size 6’h x 5’w x 8”d. 15 lb. max weight.

ALL work must have screw eyes and wire attached ready for hanging. No saw tooth hardware or fishing line accepted. Unframed stretched canvas must have 1.25” museum edge. All other works must be framed.

Sculpture: Limited to 8’ height & 12 sq. ft. floor area. (i.e. 3’ x 4’). Provide own base. Entry fees will not be returned if G.A.S. chooses to remove a work from eligibility for exhibition on the grounds of poor condition, oversize, damaged frame, etc.

JUDGING: Works selected will be posted on our website on Monday, July 15.

RECEIVING: Accepted artwork drop off will be at the Flinn Gallery on Friday, July 26 / 2-4pm & Saturday, July 27 / 1pm-3pm.

IMAGES OF ARTWORK: G.A.S. will produce an online digital & virtual gallery. All works exhibited will be included.

AWARDS & RECEPTION: Cash and other awards totaling over $2000 will be presented at the opening reception, Thurs., Aug. 1 / 5:30pm-7pm

REMOVAL OF SELECTED WORK: Artwork to be picked up Fri. & Sat., Aug. 23 & 24. Pick up procedure & timing to be emailed to each exhibiting artist. No early removals.

LIABILITY/ SALES: Although care will be taken, neither the GAS nor the Greenwich Library will be responsible for loss or damage. Entry constitutes agreement to this condition. GAS retains 30% commission for all sold art. Sales of displayed works within 3 months of the close of the exhibition will be subject to this charge.

JUDGE: Lauren Rosati is an Associate Curator in the department of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Lauren is also Research Projects Manager in the Leonard A. Lauder Research Center for Modern Art, an art historian and writer whose work focuses on sound, media, performance, and technology. Recent projects include the exhibitions Oliver Beer: Vessel Orchestra (2019) and Jacolby Satterwhite: A Metta Prayer (2023) as well as a forthcoming commission with Jennie C. Jones. She holds a Ph.D. in Art History from the City University of New York, Graduate Center.

An art residency provides the technical conditions, time, and space to develop ideas and try new approaches. It is a moment that promotes connection between artists from different backgrounds and consequently the exchange of knowledge and experiences.

Aviário Studio Large Format Printmaking Residency aims to promote the production and dissemination of Printmaking done in a large format. Artists can develop projects using a wide range of techniques, from relief to intaglio, screen printing, transfer, monotype, among others.

Specific Equipments available:

- Cutting Table 240 x 140 cm/94,49 x 55,12 in

- Paper Guillotine 80 cm/31,5 in

- Metal Guillotine 100 cm/39,37 in

- Polymetaal Press 260 x 140 cm/102,36 x 55,12 in

- Reig Press 100 x 60 cm/39,37 x 23,62 in

- UV Light Exposure Unit 150 x 120 cm/59,06 x 47,24 n

- 2 Drying Racks

- Screen Printing Tables

-Hot table

- Glass tables for inking

-Light table

Northern NJ Community Foundation ArtsBergen’s is accepting applications for inclusion on its artist roster. Artists can apply between February 29 – June 30, 2024. This Call is open to local, regional, and national artists.

NNJCF’s ArtsBergen is one of the largest producers of public art in Bergen County, NJ, and is seeking to grow its roster of artists who create public art that is relevant to community and accessible to the public. We are seeking a diverse group of artists and artist teams who are interested and capable of producing innovative and creative artworks and experiences in the municipalities we serve.

This is an opportunity for artists to be included in a pool for potential paid work opportunities. ArtsBergen is looking to learn more about artists in the area available and interested in creating public art. We will compile this list of talent into a roster of artists we can call upon to help us develop and implement projects. The roster will also become the main tool for choosing artists for public art projects, as well as a resource to match municipal interest and artist disciplines, styles, and foci.

About the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF)

The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) builds connections, pools resources, and provides leadership to enrich quality of life in the eight counties we serve: Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, Passaic, Sussex, Union and Warren.

Much of our work involves placemaking. We help shape the shared places where people live, work and interact – from a small park or street corner to an entire city.

NNJCF works to build:

• More Creative and Inspiring Places

• Greener and Healthier Places

• More Places of Belonging and Opportunity

ArtsBergen, the arts initiative of the NNJCF, promotes creative placemaking, the practice of engaging communities in designing their public spaces using the arts. It also works to develop community-driven public art projects that reflect, honor, and instill the values and culture of a place.

We invite you to join us in expanding the public art landscape in northern New Jersey. We strive for more communities to have the opportunity to both co-create and experience art in the public realm that sparks dialogue, builds connection, and addresses important issues. We look forward to getting to know you and your work.

The Illuminations Grant for Black Trans Women Visual Artists, a $10,000 grant, supports visual artists who are self-identified Black trans women. This grant is made possible entirely through support provided by visual artist Mariette Pathy Allen, whose body of photographic work over the last forty years has been squarely focused on expanding cultural consciousness around gender and transformation. The development of this grant was stewarded by consultant and writer Aaryn Lang, working in collaboration with Mariette Pathy Allen, Serena Jara, and Queer|Art. In order to further recognize finalists for their artistic achievements, Queer|Art is pleased to announce that the grant will also provide a $1,250 award to four distinguished finalists.

The llluminations Grant is administered through Queer|Art with a rotating panel of judges, each of whom will conduct a studio visit with the winning artist as part of the award’s focus on supporting creative and professional development. Judges for the 2024 grant cycle include M. Lamar, Tourmaline, and jaamil olawale kosoko. Queer|Art staff will also provide the winning artist and finalists with consultations and further access to many of the tools they have developed in conjunction with the organization’s cornerstone creative and professional development program, Queer|Art|Mentorship.

Cover image details: NYC Gay Pride by Mariette Pathy Allen, courtesy Queer|Art.