Regional opportunities

Regional Public Art Opportunities

(1) Pinellas County, FL will commission an artist to create an artwork that will be attach to the facade of Palm Harbor Library and be visible at night.

Project budget: $50,000
Postmark deadline: February 21, 2008
Application instructions: http://www.pinellasarts.org/pdf/Call-to-Artist-PalmHarborLbry_02_21_08.p
Additional information: Contact Mark Flickinger, Program Director, 727.453.7869 or mflickin@co.pinellas.fl.us

(2) Pinellas County, FL

has issued a Request for Qualifications to develop an Artist Roster. Artists are invited to submit qualifications and digital images to be accepted into a pre-qualified roster of artists. These artists will be considered for parks-related public art projects. Specific project budgets vary between $25,000 and $150,000. Project budget range: $25,000 - $150,000
Postmark deadline: February 29, 2008
Application instructions: http://www.pinellasarts.org/pdf/Call-to-Artist-Park-related_02_29_08.pdf
Additional information: Contact Mark Flickinger, Program Director, 727.453.7869 or mflickin@co.pinellas.fl.us

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Roanoke Arts Commission Temporary Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition Deadline: March 7

Roanoke, VA

The Roanoke Arts Commission (RAC) is seeking up to eight artists to exhibit in a temporary sculpture exhibition that will have its opening to coincide with the second Roanoke Virginia Arts Festival in October 2008 and run through April 2010. The RAC is accepting submissions from experienced artists for freestanding sculpture or sculptural elements that may be functional as well as artistic. The artworks will be sited in public locations throughout the city of Roanoke. For more information and to view photos of these sites, click here or call Susan Jennings, public art coordinator, at (540) 853-5652.

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City of North Charleston's Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition Deadline: March 7

North Charleston, SC

The City of North Charleston is seeking sculpture artists from across the nation to participate in the third annual Outdoor Sculpture Competition and Exhibition. This unique 11-month exhibition offers established and emerging artists the opportunity to display thought-provoking sculptures at sites throughout the picturesque Riverfront Park in North Charleston. For more information, contact Lauren Lynn, arts coordinator, at (843) 745-1089.

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2008 International Juried Spring Invitational Art Show Deadline: April 1

Harrison, AR

The 2008 International Juried Spring Invitational Art Show is scheduled for May 1-31, 2008. Artists may submit up to 3 entries for a non-refundable fee of $35. Categories are acrylics, graphics, mixed media, oils, pastels and watercolor. All entries must be for sale. For more information, click here or call Rebecca King at (870) 480-9512.

The Artist's Magazine's 25th Annual Art Competition Deadline: May 1

The Artist's Magazine's 25th Annual Art Competition Deadline: May 1

Cincinnati, OH

The Artist's Magazine has issued a call for entries for its 25th Annual Art Competition. The competition is open to visual artists anywhere in the world. More than $25,000 in cash prizes will be awarded. Artists can compete and win in 5 categories: Abstract/Experimental, Animal/Wildlife, Landscape/Interior, Portrait/Figure, and Still Life. For more information, click here.

Dawn Whitelaw Workshop @ TAL April 25,26,27, 2008

Dawn Whitelaw Workshop Tennessee Art League

April 25, 26 and 27

Tennessee Art League, 808 Broadway

Dawn Whitelaw divides her painting time between painting commissioned portraits and works in oil for galleries. A long history of teaching includes over thirty years teaching painting on the university level. Her awards include a Certificate of Merit for her portrait at the National Portrait Convention in 1991, Best of Show at the Portrait Society of America's International Competition in 2001 and Award of Excellence in the Regional Oil Painters of America Exhibition in 2002. Space in this workshop is limited. Cost is $325 for Tennessee Art league members and $350 for non-members. For more information, click here or call (615) 736-5000.

Seminar: Gallery Relationships- A Legal Overview for Visual Artists: Feb 28, 2008

Seminar: Gallery Relationships- A Legal Overview for Visual Artists Tennessee Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts

5:30 - 6:30 PM, February 28

Studio A, Frist Center for the Visual Arts, 919 Broadway

Mary Neil Price of Miller & Martin will discuss legal issues artists should consider when exhibiting with a gallery, including the nature of the artist-gallery relationship, inventorying artwork and using consignment agreements. The program is a must for every visual artist! For more information, contact Casey Gill Summar at (615) 312-7224. This program is free and open to the public, but RSVP is required to info@tnvla.org by February 27.

Artist Lecture by Dave Plunkert: Feb 7

Artist Lecture: "It's Mine Now" by Dave Plunkert AIGA Nashville and Watkins College of Art&Design

6:00 - 7:00 PM Reception, 7:00 - 8:30 PM Lecture,

February 7

Watkins College of Art&Design Theater, 2298 Rosa L. Parks Blvd.

David Plunkert is a co-founder of Spur Design. His illustrations have appeared on ad campaigns for Adidas, Gatorade, Motorola and MTV. His work has been featured in publications including The New York Times, Newsweek, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal and Time. His work has been recognized by Communications Arts, the Society of Illustrators and American Illustration and collected by the Library of Congress as well as museums both nationally and abroad. The public is invited to this reception and lecture. Admission is $5 for students and AIGA members, and $10 for non-members.

43rd Annual Central South Art Exhibition National at the TAL Deadline: March 7

43rd Annual Central South Art Exhibition National at the Tennessee Art League Deadline: March 7

Nashville, TN

This competition is open to artists both professional and amateur who are members of the Tennessee Art League and/or a resident of the United States, and who are 18 years of age or older. All works of art selected by the juror will be on display at the Tennessee Art League from May 1 - June 27. The Best of Show Award will be $1,500. Media may include oil or polymer, watermedia, pastel, mixed media, sculpture, drawing and more. For more information, visit www.tennesseeartleague.org or call (615) 736-5000.

Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition. Deadline: February 28

City of Jackson/Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition 2008-2009 Deadline: February 28

Jackson, TN

The City of Jackson and Union University are accepting submissions from sculptors to participate in the City of Jackson/Union University Outdoor Sculpture Competition 2008-2009. Five works will be selected for a one-year exhibition in the City of Jackson. One of the five sculptures will be presented with a purchase award for the permanent tour. For more information, contact April DePriest or Robert Alsobrook at (731) 661-5223 or just@uu.edu

Untitled Call for poster designs: Feb. 6th

Call for Poster Designs

One of the fastest ways to get some exposure is to design a poster for Untitled. Untitled poster designs are placed anywhere and everywhere in town and on the internet.

So, get started - you have 2 weeks!

Then bring your poster designs to the meeting and those who attend the meeting will vote for the design they like the most.

IMPORTANT! Please visit the link below for more information about designing a poster. This page will give you all the details you need to design a poster:
http://untitlednashville.org/pages/poster.htm

contact w/ questions:
info@untitlednashville.org

Call for entries: Art X-Po TWO NIGHT STAND. Deadline: Feb 4th

Art X-Po presents TWO NIGHT STAND (a group art event)

Call for Artist Entries:

Two Night Stand Round 1: The Icehouse Cafe

OPENING RECEPTION to be held:

Saturday February 9, 2008 @ 7PM

118 University Ave

Clarksville, TN

www.icehousecafe.net

Exhibit will run through March 7, 2008.

-Open to all visual artists of all mediums at all skill levels. Entry form must be attached to the back of each work. There is NO entry fee. Deadline for entries is February 4, 2008. Work must be finished and ready to hang (i.e. framed or on canvas).

Two Night Stand Round 2: Killer Rabbit Tattoo Studio

Sunday, February 10, 2008 @ 7PM

2465 Ft Campbell Blvd

Clarksville, TN

www.myspace.com/killerrabbittattoo

-Open to all tattoo artists working in the visual arts medium. Entry form must be attached to the back of each work. There is NO entry fee. Work must be finished and ready to hang (i.e. framed or on canvas).

CONTACT Brandt at ARTXPO@GMAIL.COM OR WWW.MYSPACE.COM/ARTXPO

Two Night Stand Group Exhibit ENTRY FORM

NAME:_______________________________________________________

TITLE OF ENTRY:____________________________________________

PRICE:_______________________________________________________

ARTIST CONTACT INFORMATION (EMAIL AND/OR PHONE):_______________

Two Night Stand Group Exhibit ENTRY FORM

NAME:_______________________________________________________

TITLE OF ENTRY:____________________________________________

PRICE:_______________________________________________________

ARTIST CONTACT INFORMATION (EMAIL AND/OR PHONE):_______________

Figure Drawing in February - LeQuire Studio

Figure Drawing in February

Join Us for Open Studio Sessions with Murat Kaboulov

Wednesdays

February 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th

5:30 - 8:30


Murat Kaboulov studied at the renowned

Academy of Art in St. Petersburg.

He is an expert of figure drawing as well as portraiture.

The Drawing Open Studio Class gives the student an opportunity to capture

proportion and structure of the human form with the model changing poses every

10 -20 minutes.

Murat uses pencil, charcoal and pastel and is available for help on an as needed basis.

This Class requires pre-registration and is limited to 15 students.
To reserve a space, call 615 298-4611.
$100/4 sessions

Classes will be held at

LeQuire Studio
4304 Charlotte Avenue
Nashville, TN
(615) 298-4611
LeQuireGallery.com
ecave@mindspring.com

Call For Entries – Midwest Landscape Show – Deadline March 1 2008 – REGIONAL Artists

Call For Entries – Midwest Landscape Show – Deadline March 1 2008 – REGIONAL Artists

The Domont Studio Gallery in Indianapolis, IN, is accepting submissions of fine visual art for a June-July 2008 show celebrating the beauty of the Midwestern landscape. Submissions of CONTEMPORARY, NON-TRADITIONAL landscape paintings will be accepted. Submit through mail or e-mail up to 10 jpg. images of work within the past year. Also include a list of files with piece title, size, date, format, and price, as well as a biography and artist statement. Send a SASE if you’d like your items returned. Upon acceptance, artists will be responsible for delivery/pickup of work. Mail to: Domont Studio Gallery, ATTN: Gallery Director, 545 South East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46225 or email to gallerydirector@domontgallery.com. NO PHONECALLS or FOLLOW-UP on your behalf – we will contact you!

Dr. Sketchy's Kicks in the new year w/ Kicky LaRue - Jan 19

Dr Sketchy's is back this month with More Drawing, More Drinking and More Prizes than last month as we "Kick In" the start of 2008 with none other than the lovely Kicky LaRue Nashville's original Burlesque Starlet!

Jan 19, 2008 3-6 PM The 5 Spot $10 18 and up

Pre-Register at www.myspace.com/drsketchysnashville

She high kicked her way into our hearts 5 years ago in the 1st Burlesque show to debut in Music City and she has continued to melt our hearts with her glamorous smile, endless gams and boundless energy. The lithe and limber Miss LaRue will demonstrate a grasp of torque and velocity that will make any artist squeal with delight.
Who better to kick in the new year than our own high stepping' hotsy totsy Miss Kicky LaRue!

We will have contests and prizes galore from The Hip Zipper, The Goon Comic Series, Quake Online, Free Booze from Lolly & Larry & Handmade Pasties by Monique Honeybush. There will even be a champagne toast to celebrate the New Year!

How is Dr. Sketchy's different from a normal life drawing class?

In normal life classes, silent students sit in a silent room and draw a bored, oft-uninteresting model. In Dr. Sketchy's we've got bodacious burlesque queens as models. We've got ridiculous art contests (best incorporation of a woodland animal? Best imagined costume?), good music and flashy prizes. We've got a selection of posh beverages alcoholic and not available to buy. At Dr. Sketchy's, we don't care if you picked up a pad yesterday or 50 years ago. Come to drink or to draw. We're happy to have you.

What mediums can I use?

All dry mediums are okay, as are dip pens and neat watercolor sets.
Oil paints, messy mediums and stinky mediums are not okay. Please don't cause a mess - you will be spanked!

Are there easels? Tables? Sketchpads?

The 5 Spot has table seating. All seating is available first come, first serve. We try to bring sketchpads and pencils for drop-ins, but no guarantees. We do not provide easels but you may bring your own although we suggest arriving early to pick your spot to set up.

Call to artists - Nashville Public Library. Deadline Jan 14, 2008

Call to artists: submissions welcome through January 14 for Works with Words show

Nashville Public Library is pleased to invite artists living in Tennessee to submit artworks created between 2003 and 2008 to be considered for an exhibition titled "Works with Words." Deadline for submissions is January 14, 2008. The juried exhibition, March 15 - June 22, 2008, will be located in the first floor Art Gallery at the Main Library, and carries with it a $1000 purchase award for one piece to be selected by the library for its permanent collection.

The narrative tradition is part and parcel of Tennessee culture - from legendary tales to allegorical sermons to the lament of the blues, this is storytelling country. "Works with Words" invites Tennessee artists to tell their story through text and images. Artworks featured in this exhibition will represent a broad range of ways that text can be used in works of art. The Library Art Gallery is open to library users of all ages, so the subject matter should be appropriate for the general public. Work will be juried for artistic merit, creativity, original concept, and integration of text and image. Nashville Public Library reserves the right not to exhibit any work not consistent with the images provided for jury.

Please visit www.library.nashville.org to download a copy of the entry form (under "Highlight on NPL"). I'd be happy to answer any questions at elizabeth.coleman@nashville.gov or you can call 615-862-5800 and ask for me.

Thanks!

Liz Coleman
Gallery Coordinator
Nashville Public Library
615 Church St.
Nashville, TN 37219

Plowhaus last show in old space - call for artists - opens Jan 26

Plowhaus is issuing an open call for artists to participate in its last show in its old space. Read on for details.


The Plowhaus is moving on to bigger and better adventures in East Nashville!! Please join us for the last Plowhaus show in the old space. In the spirit of where we came from and where we are going the show title is:

'OUT OF HERE'

The Theme of the show is: from out of here came:
* Emerging Artists
* The Spirit of A Cooperative
* A Gathering Place for Local Artists
* Growing a Community of Artists
* Developing Young Artists through School Programs
* Experiencing Workshops
* A Creative Collaboration with other Artists
* Acquiring of Knowledge and Skills
* The Community's Appreciation of the Local Artist
* Involvement in East Nashville's Community Events
* Special Events for Special Children.

And Now We're Moving *Out of Here....to a bigger and better place...
so we can continue to do what we do....in a bigger and better way...

The Show will open on Sat. Jan. 26th. and Close Sun. Feb. 27th it will cost $20. for each artist.

Plowhaus will take 20% from each sale. This will be a cash and carry show.
Have all your artwork tagged with a title block and in a box with your name on it so we can easily restock your wall. We do not want any holes left so bring lots of work!

SIZE OF ARTWORK since this is going to be a big show just keep in mind that your space will be able to accommodate one very large piece or several smaller pieces.

DROP OFF
Monday Jan. 21st between 5-8pm, but if you want to bring your art earlier and know the combination and security code.. you may do so.. and if you need it please call 260-4042 for that information..

POSTER
Julie will be designing and printing a Hatch Show Print Poster for the show and they will be at the gallery when you drop off your work so please take some and get them out and up all over town..

CURATING
We will be laying out the show Monday evening.
Please make sure your work is there tagged and ready to hang.

HANGING
will be Tues and Wed the Jan. 22nd and 23rd from 4pm - ?
anyone that would like to help please come by.

TITLE BLOCKS
since this is a cash and carry show we will handle the title blocks like we did for the Value Menu Show. Have your own title blocks attached to your piece in a way that can be removed easily. Please make sure your pieces are identified with your name and title of the piece in case they become separated from the title block.

We will have all the walls up so that we can accommodate lots of work.

We will have musicians playing at the opening. Wine and Refreshments.
and Hopefully more news about our move!!

The papers are waiting for a press release so please respond ASAP so that your name can be included. We will send out a press release next Sunday.

CONTACT
John Holland is coordinating the show. digitaldoodler7@gmail.com Franne and Julie are curating and hanging the show.

We all have many great memories of the Plowhaus so lets share this with everyone through our art!!

thanks
franne and julie

Building a Digital Portfolio Class Jan 30-Mar 19, 2008

Education/CMS Professional Art Skills Classes: Building a Digital Portfolio by Carol Hagen, Software Developer & Trainer, Studio Jeweler Includes Newly Upgraded CMS Portfolio Software & Image Library fully installed on Pocket-size 80GB LaCie “Pocket Sized” Rugged Mobile Hard Drive Cost is $550. On-line Registration



Wednesday Evening, January 30 – March 19, 2008
Vanderbilt Sarratt Studios, Room 189
6:00–8:00 PM


The goal of this course is for you to catalog your entire portfolio within Curatorial Management System (CMS) Portfolio software in eight Wednesday evenings! Imagine walking into a gallery with all your artwork stored on a LaCie “pocket sized” portable hard drive.


Artists who are interested in learning how to compile a digital portfolio will appreciate the 2008 CMS software UPGRADE. CMS is now easier for the less experienced computer user and because we’re tyrant about organizing images, the CMS.V2 Image Library system is totally new. CMS applications are now streamlined with a refined data entry screen and new reports. Artists will learn to tailor proposals for commissions and exhibitions, and customize and use contracts. Provide your clients with documentation that meets international appraisal standards. Protect your artwork by having an accurate inventory that meets insurance standards. Click the link for registration info: http://www.visnulimited.com/index.php?page=portfolioClasses

Fellowships in southern Indiana

Mary Anderson Center
Fellowships are currently being offered at the Mary Anderson Center, an artist colony in southern Indiana. For more information, visit www.maryandersoncenter.org or contact Ardis Moonlight at (812) 923-8602 or macarts@onebox.com.

2008 International Juried Spring Invitational Art Show Deadline: April 1

2008 International Juried Spring Invitational Art Show Deadline: April 1
Harrison, AR
The 2008 International Juried Spring Invitational Art Show is scheduled for May 1-31, 2008. Artists may submit up to 3 entries for a non-refundable fee of $35. Categories are acrylics, graphics, mixed media, oils, pastels and watercolor. All entries must be for sale. For more information, visit www.harrison-art-league.org/ or contact Rebecca King at (870)480-9512.

Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival Deadline: January 31

Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival Deadline: January 31
Gatlinburg, TN
The Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival is scheduled to take place May 17-18, 2008. Online application deadline is January 31, and mailed applications must be postmarked by January 15. $5,000 in artist awards will be given. For more information, visit www.gfaf.net or call (888)240-1358. Interested artists may apply online at www.juriedartservices.com.

Art Sandy Springs Public Art Opportunity Deadline: January 12

Art Sandy Springs Public Art Opportunity Deadline: January 12
Sandy Springs, GA

Art Sandy Springs (ARTSS) has announced a call to artists for participation in a public art project for the new City of Sandy Springs, GA. Ten outdoor sculptures will be selected and the citizens of Sandy Springs will vote to determine the winner of the People's Choice Award. The winning sculpture will receive $15,000 plus become the first piece of art in the City of Sandy Springs permanent public art collection. All other selected artists will be paid a $1,000 stipend for the loan of their piece for 12 months of public display. For more information, visit www.artsandysprings.org.

Mamapalooza Murfreesboro - looking for creative moms

General interest meeting for Mamapalooza Murfreesboro
Sat, Feb 2nd at 2:00pm
Barnes and Noble cafe, Murfreesboro

Date and Location still unknown

Looking for creative moms of all types

CONTACT
Mandy Ray-Jones
Artsy Mamas Founder and Executive Director
www.theartsymamas.com

Event Coordinator For Mamapalooza Murfreesboro. Ask me how you can be involved!
www.mamapalooza.com

Nashville Arts Magazine cover design contest

click here for more info


Nashville Arts Magazine Cover Design Competition Deadline: January 4
Nashville, TN
Nashville Arts Magazine invites the arts community to participate in its first annual Cover Design Competition for the upcoming February 2008 issue. The competition is open to all artists. The cover's theme should be indicative of a new cultural, artistic and creative Nashville. The theme could also suggest that Nashville is moving beyond its recent past, is a city reborn with an emphasis on education, culture and the arts, is a city with tolerance, and is a city with new and fresh ideas. For more information or to submit artwork, send email to covercontest@nashvilleartsmagazine.com. Cover size is 8.5"x11", and the masthead will cover the top of the artwork. Files must be high resolution and in jpeg, tiff or eps format.