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Artist Services


 
Posting 12/13/07: Napa Valley Art Supplies - the LOCAL place for art supplies NEW LOCATION
Some members may not have heard of us Napa Valley Art Supplies, the place for quality art supplies right here in Napa.

All artists who have not been inside the store are invited to come and take a look at the large, but still growing name brand art supplies. If you would like to join Napa Valley Art Supplies' e-mail list, please email melissa@cartonsandcrates.com. This is the best way to keep up with all the special sales and activities going on.

Remember to take advantage of the monthly lectures and demonstations again offered at the store!

VISIT US AT OUR NEW LOCATION after April 14, 2008:
Napa Valley Art Supplies
3250 California Blvd. Napa, CA 94558
707-224-2775
napavalleyartsupplies@cartonsandcrates.com

Posting 04/10/08: Support our Vets!
I spent some time this morning at the Pathway Home project at the Veterans Home in Yountville. This new project is a residential program for veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) fully funded by private donations. There are currently six residents with room for 35 total.

The facilities are very nice, especially given the age of the buildings! They have televisions, exercise and recreation equipment, etc., all donated. The thing they don't have is any art on their walls. The walls are mostly bare, and I would like us to change that. If we can gather some materials, I'll be happy to bring it to them. If you have paintings, photos, wall hangings, etc. please let me know. I'll pick a date or dates to bring stuff in based on response. For now, please do not bring anything to me!!!

Patrick J. Jolly
Napa County Veterans Service Officer
900 Coombs Street, Suite 257
Napa, CA 94559
707-253-6072
Fax: 707-299-1489
Web: www.napavets.com


 
 

Classes, Lectures & Workshops


 
Ongoing 08/07/07: Creative Bones
Lynne Tuft facilitates an ongoing small circle of women who support each other while exploring their creative process in a variety of media. Tuesdays, beginning September 4th, from 9-11:00 a.m. in West Napa. 707-257-6436

Ongoing: 4th Monday of each month: Napa Valley Art Assoc. Seeks Artists to Provide Demonstrations

The Napa Valley Art Association has a monthly artists meeting at our Behrens Street property in central Napa on the 4th Monday of the month from 1-3pm which features a guest artist demonstration. We are looking for artists who are interested in providing a demonstration for these meetings.

The payment is $125. If you are potentially interested, please contact Sherrell Harper President, Napa Valley Art Association for further information. Call 707-265-9050 or email harperartent@aol.com.

Ongoing 11/24/07 Posting: Life Drawing @ GrapeShot Studios in Napa Continuing in 2008
We will continue our regular life drawing sessions on the 2nd & 4th Wednesday evenings of each month. Bring your drawing board, sketch book, pens and pencils. We have chairs but no easels...bring small easels if you like to stand. This is a informal group which concentrates on drawing, social exchange with other artists, having fun and sharing some great food. We hope that you will join us during the new year.

There will be a fee of $10.00 per session to cover the cost of the model studio expenses. Doors Open at 6:30 pm for set up and drawing is from 7:00 to 9:30pm

We send email reminders before each session to those on our email list but we ask you to please call or email to confirm attendance so we can plan refreshments and set up the room accordingly. To get on the mailing list or for more information contact
Doug Taylor, Grapeshot Studios 68 Coombs Bldg D-4
Napa, CA 94559
(707) 226-7500
grapeshotstudios@gmail.com

03/18/08 Workshop: 12 Week Artist's Way Workshop in Napa

GrapeShot Studios and the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Napa are offering a 12 week Artist's Way Workshop based on the best selling book by Julia Cameron.

This workshop will begin on March 18, 2008 and continue for 12 consecutive Tuesday evenings.

$60 UUFNB members $120 non-members Note there will be no sign ups after the 2nd meeting.

To sign up or for more information contact:
Doug Taylor, (707) 226-7500, email grapeshotstudios@gmail.com

05/15/08 WORKSHOP: CCI's Investing in Artists Grants Program
CCI's Investing in Artists grants program is designed to enhance the working lives and creative environment for individual artists in California by funding tools and market strategies that will allow artists to create their best work more consistently, and distribute that work more broadly to new audiences. Applications for Round III of the program are due on June 6, 2008. In this third round of funding, applications will only be accepted in the Artistic Equipment & Tools category and in the Presenting & Marketing Work Implementation category.

This upcoming workshops will provide general orientation to the Investing in Artists grants program application and funding guidelines. The workshop will include:
An overview of the application guidelines and criteria
A review of the application process and timing
Q&A Session

Date: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - BAY AREA
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: East Bay Community Foundation Conference Center, 353 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza in the Dalziel Building, at the roundabout at the end of San Pablo Avenue.
Cost: There is no cost to attend this workshop, but registration is limited.

Please visit www.cciarts.org to register.

05/31/08 WORKSHOP: FREE Lecture - Golden Artists Colors

Understanding Acrylic Painting Materials" on Saturday May 31st fro 12:30pm-2:00pm.

Lecture will be held at
Napa Valley Art Supplies
253 A Walnut StreetNapa, Ca 94559

Sign up today...Space is limited!!!
Contact Melissa Victorino by phone 707-224-2775 or e-mail melissa@cartonsandcrates.com



08/04/08 Workshop: 4th annual Arts Teach Summer Leadership Institute
The Orange County Performing Arts Center Summer Leadership Institute is now accepting Applications!

Join fellow educators for an inspiring week of arts learning experiences at the 4th annual Arts Teach Summer Leadership Institute, August 4-8, 2008, presented by the Orange County Performing Arts Center in partnership with the Orange County Museum of Art, Orange County Department of Education and UC Irvine Extension. The goal of the Institute is to provide meaningful, authentic, proven tools and techniques that will enable any classroom teacher to feel confident in integrating the arts into their personal teaching style and classroom objectives for each year, even if they have not had specific training in music, dance, theatre or the visual arts. Participants will have the opportunity to see a premiere performance by American Ballet Theatre and attend Free For All Monday Night Movies on the Plaza. Continuing education units will be available through UC Irvine Extension. On-line registration available here.


 
 

Community Service


 
Posting 12/31/07: Become a tour guide or docent at the di Rosa Preserve

Join our dynamic team of 100 volunteers at the di Rosa Preserve. We rely on volunteers to lead our public tours, staff our admissions desk, provide occasional office support, and help out at events.

Help us fulfill the di Rosa Preserve public mission serve the community with art and nature. Become a tour guide or docent today.

  • Volunteer on a weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly schedule
  • Learn about the di Rosa art collection from seminal artists and curators
  • Attend field trips to Bay Area art venues and artists' studios for specially designed art tours
  • Enjoy informative and social gatherings

Volunteer tour guides and docents lead tours of the Preserves' Galleries and grounds. Those interested in volunteering should be enthusiastic, articulate, and available to fulfill a tour schedule commitment. Guide training consists of 6 or 14 two-hour sessions, depending on level of interest in the collection. Upon completion, guides and docents lead an average of two to four tours each month, representing the Preserve collection to thousands of visitors annually.

A special volunteer membership rate of $25 allows volunteers to have all general members' benefits ($50 value) as well as specially designed experiences.

Free Volunteer Introductory Tour. Learn more about volunteer opportunities and explore the Preserve in person at the free Volunteer Introductory Tour on January 11 at 12 noon. Reservations are required.

Apply Now. The next training session starts January 18, 2008. Weekly training sessions are scheduled from 10 am to 12 pm Fridays through April 18.

For information, Volunteer Introductory Tour reservations, and a volunteer application please contact:
Gregory Gazaway, Volunteer Coordinator
707-226-5991 x24
email gregory@dirosapreserve.org.



Posting 04/10/08: Support our Vets!
I spent some time this morning at the Pathway Home project at the Veterans Home in Yountville. This new project is a residential program for veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) fully funded by private donations. There are currently six residents with room for 35 total.

The facilities are very nice, especially given the age of the buildings! They have televisions, exercise and recreation equipment, etc., all donated. The thing they don't have is any art on their walls. The walls are mostly bare, and I would like us to change that. If we can gather some materials, I'll be happy to bring it to them. If you have paintings, photos, wall hangings, etc. please let me know. I'll pick a date or dates to bring stuff in based on response. For now, please do not bring anything to me!!!

Patrick J. Jolly
Napa County Veterans Service Officer
900 Coombs Street, Suite 257
Napa, CA 94559
707-253-6072
Fax: 707-299-1489
Web: www.napavets.com


 
 

Employment Opportunities


 
Posting 04/11/08: Scottsdale, AZ + Public Art Program Project Manager
Scottsdale Public Art Program has an immediate opening for a full-time Project Manager II to serve as a senior level project manager for the Scottsdale Public Art Program. This position is responsible for direct day-to-day management of 5 - 10 public art projects in development ranging from direct artist commissions/purchases to integrated site work.

This position manages project activity related to: project programming and planning, artist selection, contract development, negotiation, monitoring, and implementation; artist support and supervision related to design, fabrication, and installation. Serves as project liaison to city staff, client departments, project design teams, public and others. Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in art history, studio art, arts administration, public administration, urban planning, architecture and two years in public art. Combination of education and experience required. Public art project management experience is preferred. Must be available to work occasional evenings and weekends. EOE. To apply send your letter of interest and resume to the email address below.

Deadline: open until filled
Information: Resumes@sccarts.org

Posting 04/11/08: New York City Seeking Director of the Percent for Art Program
The Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) provides support for the 34 City-owned cultural institutions as well as hundreds of not-for-profit cultural organizations and programs throughout the five boroughs. This constituency represents an astonishingly diverse array of internationally renowned and community-based organizations, including performing arts centers, museums, theaters, wildlife centers, botanical gardens, visual arts and film centers, and arts education programs.

The Percent for Art Program offers City agencies the opportunity to acquire or commission works of art specifically for City-owned buildings and facilities throughout the five boroughs. The Program serves to bring artists into the design process and enrich the City's architectural landscape.

The Director of the Percent for Art Program is responsible for the oversight and administration of all aspects of the Program, from project initiation, budget development and artist review and selection, to project fabrication and installation. Percent for Art program management requires extensive interagency coordination and outreach to elected officials and community and civic organizations. The Director will also help develop program policy, conduct research concerning public and visual art-related topics, and may be called upon to compose articles and represent the program to the field, and maintain the project files and slide registry as well as supervise program staff and interns to assist in project management and maintenance of the project files, artist registry and program website.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
1. A master's degree from an accredited college in economics, finance, accounting, business or public administration, human resources management, management science, operations research, organizational behavior, industrial psychology, statistics, personnel administration, labor relations, psychology, sociology, human, resources development, political science, or a closely related field, and two years of satisfactory full-time professional experience in one or a combination of the following: working with the budget of a large public or private concern in budget administration, accounting, economic or financial administration, or fiscal or economic research; in management or methods analysis, operations research, organizational research or program evaluation; in personnel or public administration, recruitment, position classification, personnel relations, employee benefits, staff development, employment program planning/administration, labor market research, economic planning, social services program planning/evaluation, or fiscal management; or in a related area. 18 months of this experience must have been in an executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory capacity. Supervision must have included supervising staff performing professional work in the areas described above; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and four years of professional experience in the areas described in "1" above, including the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience, as described in "1" above.

PREFERRED SKILLS
The preferred candidate must have solid project management, organizational and supervisory skills, excellent writing, strong communication and presentation skills, and the ability to deal with a diverse constituency. The ability to work productively under pressure and handle multiple concurrent projects, both independently and as a team member, is essential. Experience in and knowledge of contemporary art is a plus.

To apply submit resume & cover letter indicating JVN# To:
Recruitment Office, NYC Department of Cultural Affairs, 31 Chambers Street, 2nd Fl., New York, NY 10007 or Email to crecruit@culture.nyc.gov (Indicate Office Title in subject line)

Posting 04/01/08: Director of Education and Public Programs, di Rosa Preserve
The di Rosa Preserve: Art and Nature is looking for a committed, experienced professional to design, direct and carry out a range of innovative and diverse interpretive programs for the public. The Preserve’s uniquely spectacular natural setting in the Napa Valley and large collection of contemporary art of Northern California offer rich source material and opportunities for engaging a wide audience of art lovers, local residents and visitors from throughout the world.

The Director of Education is responsible for the Preserve’s tour and docent programs, school and youth programs, public programs, community outreach and other education activities that augment exhibitions. Duties include providing supervision to staff and volunteers and maintaining cooperative working relationships as a member of the senior management team and liaison with the Volunteer Council.

The position will be open until filled.

Please submit application, cover letter, resume, names and contact information for three references and two writing samples to:
Education Director Search
di Rosa Preserve: Art and Nature
5200 Carneros Highway 121
Napa, CA 94559

NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE

05/09/08 DEADLINE: Los Angeles County, CA + Civic Art Program Director
The Los Angeles County Arts Commission is seeking a Director of its Civic Art Program. This program, which allocates 1% of county capital projects for public art, began in 2005. This position has overall responsibility for planning, developing, and implementing what is becoming one of the largest public art programs in the country, with close to 50 projects currently in various stages of development.

The Director of Civic Art oversees a growing team of project managers (there are currently two full-time) and a program coordinator. The position reports directly to the Executive Director of the Arts Commission. The successful candidate will be a senior level public arts administrator with a minimum of eight years professional experience administering arts programs, including at least four years managing public arts programs. A Bachelor's degree in public administration, arts administration, visual arts, architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning or a related field is desired.

Please submit a cover letter stating why the position is of interest, resume, a list of three references and salary history to Miriam Gonzalez.

Deadline: May 9, 2008
Information: Miriam Gonzalez
http://www.cac.ca.gov/jobs/jobdetail.php?id=97


 
 

Grants Opportunities


 
Ongoing 07/03/07 Posting: ACTA's Traditional Arts Development Program
Alliance for California Traditional Arts' (ACTA) Traditional Arts Development Program(TAD) makes contracts up to $1,500 to support consultancies, mentorships and travel opportunities that foster a new level of growth for individual folk and traditional artists and organizations engaged in this field in California. Requested services may be focused on organizational, program, and/or artistic development goals. Individual artists and cultural practitioners, as well as organizations, whether incorporated or not, may apply. This program supports: cultural expertise, mentorship sessions by a master artist, field documentation, aritst self-management, marketing and publicity, repertoire development, concert production, editing, graphic design, exhibit design, archival procedures, organizational development and management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Ongoing
NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS: Within thirty (30) days of receipt of application.

For complete information and program guidelines, visit www.actaonline.org

06/06/08 DEADLINE: CCI's Investing in Artists Grants Program
CCI's Investing in Artists grants program is designed to enhance the working lives and creative environment for individual artists in California by funding tools and market strategies that will allow artists to create their best work more consistently, and distribute that work more broadly to new audiences. Applications for Round III of the program are due on June 6, 2008. In this third round of funding, applications will only be accepted in the Artistic Equipment & Tools category and in the Presenting & Marketing Work Implementation category.

An upcoming workshop will provide general orientation to the Investing in Artists grants program application and funding guidelines. This workshop will include:
An overview of the application guidelines and criteria
A review of the application process and timing
Q&A Session

Date: Thursday, May 15, 2008 - BAY AREA
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location: East Bay Community Foundation Conference Center, 353 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza in the Dalziel Building, at the roundabout at the end of San Pablo Avenue.
Cost: There is no cost to attend this workshop, but registration is limited.

Please visit www.cciarts.org to register.


 
 

Literary Arts


 
Posting 03/11/08: Call for Book Manuscript Submissions
NV Publishing Company, L.L.C., a publishing company founded by writers in Napa County, is accepting manuscripts for Northern California non-fictoin and fiction based in Northern California. For submission guidelines please email nvpublishing@yahoo.com


 
 

Performing Arts


 
Ongoing 09/4/07 Posting: Call for Performers
The LH Horton Jr Gallery is a non-profit art gallery located on the campus of San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, California. The Gallery offers an ongoing open call to regional performers of all genres and disciplines including musicians, poets, performance artists, bands, d.j., etc.

Performance opportunities are paid, and arise periodically in conjunction with Gallery art exhibitions or cross-campus programming, such as a Gallery reception, cultural celebration, or fundraising event.

For consideration please submit the following materials:
1) Bio or resume
2) Description of services offered including rate sheet, referrals and play list if applicable
3) Audio cassette, cd, Mac compatible cd-rom/dvd or vhs video representative of services.

Send Proposals To:
LH Horton Jr Gallery
San Joaquin Delta College
5151 Pacific Avenue
Stockton, CA 95207-6370




 
 

Public Art Opportunities


 
06/06/08 DEADLINE: San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge Lighting Call for Artists
The Port of San Diego is seeking artist-led design teams to create environmentally-friendly lighting proposals for the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge. The intent of this project is to create a distinctive signature artwork that will enliven the public environment. The artistic design should create a sense of place, draw people to the region, and withstand the test of time. The Port of San Diego is committed to promoting sustainable development; therefore, the proposed lighting must utilize "green" technology.

For a full project description, including submission requirements and eligibility, click here to download the complete Call for Artists. If you have specific application questions, please e-mail Yvonne Wise, Public Art Project Manager at ywise@portofsandiego.org

Submissions must be received by the Port's Public Art Department by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, June 6, 2008.

05/09/08 DEADLINE: Broward County, FL + Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
THREE PROJECTS: Moving Walkway Interactive Art, Floor Design, and Alternative Energy Powered Projects

Moving Walkway Project: The Broward Cultural Council Public Art and Design Program is seeking to commission a professional artist or team of artists to create an original interactive artwork that will be integrated into the design of the moving walkway spaces connecting Concourse A to Concourse B in Terminal 1. Artwork opportunities include a large scale experiential artwork that interacts with passengers riding on the moving walkway creating a unique sensory experience through the use of sound, light, video, or any other creative and innovative manner. The artwork is not limited to any specific surface and must be permanent, low maintenance, and in compliance with safety regulations. The total budget for this project is not to exceed $500,000.

Floor Design Project: The artwork will be located in the new Concourse A, a five gate concourse that will be added to Terminal 1 just east of Concourse B. This new facility will provide a security check point area, passenger waiting rooms and concessions to serve the needs of air travelers. The site identified for this project is a circulation area, located at the center axis of Concourse A, which is approximately 450 ft long x 30 ft wide. The selected artist or team of artists must create an original design that offers a unique visual experience for travelers that is welcoming, enlivening, and that enhances the aesthetic appearance of these high-traffic spaces. The floor design must be seamless and require low maintenance. The total budget for this project is not to exceed $500,000.

Alternative Energy Project: The artwork will be located in the new Concourse A, a five gate concourse that will be added to Terminal 1 just east of Concourse B. This new facility will provide a security check point area, passenger waiting rooms and concessions to serve the needs of air travelers. The selected artist or team of artists must create an original design that is innovative, vibrant, inspiring, welcoming, and environmentally conscious. Artwork must be powered by solar energy or any other alternative and sustainable energy source. The artwork will be a signature project because of its visibility from the highway and entry to the terminal loop, and because of its environmentally conscious nature. Artwork designs include, but are not limited to, kinetic and self-illuminating artworks. The artwork must be permanent, low maintenance, and in compliance with safety regulations. Non-solar or non-energy conscious artworks will not be considered. The total budget for this project is not to exceed $270,000.

Apply for all projects via www.callforentry.org Listings courtesy of Westaf.

Deadline: May 9, 2008
Information: Christina Roldan
www.broward.org/arts

06/05/08 DEADLINE: RFQ Auraria Higher Education Campus Science Building Addition and Renovation
Qualifications are requested from artists and/or artist teams interested in creating site specific public artworks for the Auraria Campus in Denver, Science Building Addition and Renovation.

DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTAL: June 5, 2008 - Midnight MDT
TOTAL ART BUDGET: $ 550,000

PROJECT SUMMARY
The Colorado Council on the Arts, Art in Public Places Program and Auraria Campus of Higher Education, seek to commission an artist or artist team for the Science Building Addition and Renovation. The Science Building includes classrooms and labs for biology and chemistry, research labs, faculty offices and a green house. It will also house the math and computer science programs. The building will include a glass box entrance and atrium, glass and brick exterior, a courtyard and gathering spaces on the interior and exterior. This is an urban campus that faces Speer Boulevard and downtown Denver and is at the confluence of the Platte River and Cherry Creek. This campus is an intersection for change, interaction and diversity. The Science Building's prominent location will signify the prestige that this campus has already obtained and will align itself with the State of Colorado's commitment to bioscience and renewable energy. The architects are working to certify this building as Leed Gold. The artwork should encompass science, culture and humanity. The Selection Panel is looking for an artist with the skills and experience commensurate with the responsibility of successfully completing a major public artwork with a budget of over $100,000. This call is open to U.S. and international artists.

BUDGET $550,000 is available for all related expenses of this Public Art commission including artist fees, fabrication, insurance, shipping, travel, installation, documentation, etc.

TO APPLY FOR THIS CALL
The Colorado Council on the Arts, Art in Public Places Program is contracting with CaFəE (www.callforentry.org) to manage the submittal process for this RFQ. The applicant will be asked to submit 8 digital images of previously completed work, a resume and an artist statement of no more that 2,000 characters. If your images are not identified with name, location, budget and year, please attach an image description sheet. If applying as a team, please submit a two page resume for each artist on the team. There is no application fee to apply or to use the CaFə online application system. Applications must be submitted through CaFə to be considered.

Posting 03/06/08: City of Ventura, CA + Temporary Sculpture Installations
The City of Ventura's Public Art Program is offering a unique opportunity for local, regional and national artists to temporarily install their works in public spaces throughout the City. Temporary installations may be created with unusual media or installed in unexpected places. They may pique public awareness of an important or timely issue; or simply add momentary beauty to a site.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.ci.ventura.ca.us/depts/arts_culture/pub_art/index.asp

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Jackson Hole, WY + Public artSPOT Project
At the gateway to Jackson Hole WY, a dormant gasoline station sign has been converted into a public art venue, displaying 2-D and sculptural works. The project is seeking artwork for an ongoing exhibition. Artists should consider the temporary exhibition of the art, creating work from recycled, reused and repurposed materials (although this is only a suggestion). A stipend is available to offset the cost of transportation or materials. A complete listing and additional information can be found on the website.

Deadline: on-going
Information: Carrie Geraci cgeraci@gmail.com or Karen Stewart Karen@artassociation.org
http://www.jhartspot.info

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: City of Ventura, CA + Temporary Sculpture Installations
The City of Ventura's Public Art Program is offering a unique opportunity for local, regional and national artists to temporarily install their works in public spaces throughout the City. Temporary installations may be created with unusual media or installed in unexpected places. They may pique public awareness of an important or timely issue; or simply add momentary beauty to a site.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.ci.ventura.ca.us/depts/arts_culture/pub_art/index.asp

05/12/08 DEADLINE: Seattle, WA + King County Courthouse Domestic Violence Courtroom Window Treatment
4Culture and the Superior Court are seeking an artist to create window treatments for the Domestic Violence Courtroom of the King County Courthouse in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square district. The Domestic Violence Courtroom (#W278), located in the west wing of the landmark building, is being renovated by Freeman Fong Architecture to include security updates.

The reconfiguration of the courtroom will include a new commissioners, clerks and coordinators bench flanked by two existing 6' x 6' interior recessed windows. It is expected that the selected artist's design and material choices will be sensitive to the activities and historic character of the courtroom. Imagery should be created with the intention of reducing stress and anxiety present in the often emotionally charged space. Desired treatments will utilize transparent or translucent materials to maintain the presence of natural light. Competitive applicants will have portfolio examples of architecturally integrated work, window treatments, or work in historic and civic buildings. The budget is $15,000 all inclusive.

Deadline: May 12, 2008
Information: Jordan Howland www.4culture.org

05/27/08 DEADLINE: Renton, WA + South Wastewater Treatment Plant Exterior Water Feature
4Culture and the King County Wastewater Treatment Division are seeking an artist to create a water feature for the South Wastewater Treatment Plant in Renton, Washington in conjunction with the construction of a new Administration Building. The selected artist will work with 4Culture and Wastewater Treatment personnel to research and develop the sculptural work which is to be located within an existing 52' x 24' rectangular pond. Located just off of the visitor parking lot, the pond is east of the new Administration Building, between the DCB Building and the Pump Building. The artist is invited to modify the pond and is strongly encouraged to utilize industrial surplus materials from the Plant in the water feature's construction.

This project presents a unique opportunity for collaboration, with Plant staff providing on-site support, expertise, and resources. Competitive applicants will have experience working collaboratively with community representatives or governmental agencies in the design and execution of artwork and portfolio examples of permanently-sited exterior sculpture, work made from recycled and reclaimed materials, or work using water as a primary material. The budget is $150,000 all inclusive.

Deadline: May 27, 2008
Information: Jordan Howland www.4culture.org


 
 

Public Art Registries


 
Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Utah Arts Council and Utah Public Arts Registry
The Utah Public Arts Program is accepting slides from visual artists residing in the U.S., for consideration in public commissions. Artists are invited to submit up to 10 slides, resume, and an application.

Deadline: on-going
Information:
Jim Glenn email jglenn@utah.gov
http://arts.utah.gov/services/slidebank.html

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: City of San Diego, CA + CA Public Art Program
Call for artists interested in inclusion in the list of art consultants and art planners. This non-juried list is given upon request to private developers who need art in their projects. This list will also be given to anyone who requests names of public art planners.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.sandiego.gov/arts-culture/publicart.shtml

Ongoing 04/07/07 Posting: Cambridge Arts Council Artist Registry
Submit your work to CAC's Slide Registry to become eligible for future public art commissions. Cambridge Arts Council's Public Art Registry is the main resource for the selection of artists for the Percent-for-Art program administered by the City of Cambridge. The registry includes slides by over 800 local and national artists, representing a broad range of media, styles, and approaches to public art. All professionals are eligible. Artists who would like to be considered for commissions should submit up to 16-20 labeled slides of recent work, a current resume and any support materials, such as catalogues, reviews, and articles, to the Arts Council.

Ongoing 04/07/07 Posting: UrbanArts Institute Artist Registry, Boston, MA
The UrbanArts Institutes Artist Registry is New England's leading registry for artists interested in working on public art projects. Professional artists are invited to join the UrbanArts Artist Registry in order to be considered for upcoming opportunities. The Registry is a non-juried, free service open to all artists working in any media.

Ongoing 10/09/07 Posting: City of Fresno and Fresno Arts Council Creating Registry of Artists
The Fresno County Board of Supervisors meeting has approved an allocation of five percent of Public Art Budget (one percent of total construction costs) for maintenance and preservation of art works funded by the Public Art Program.

The Fresno Arts Council (FAC) is creating a registry of artists interested in local public art projects. The City and County of Fresno are formulating public art policies, and FAC will have a registry of artists that will be available to these groups as public art projects are approved.

For further information visit Fresno Arts Council or email Joyce Aiken, Executive Director

11/11/11 Deadline: City of San Antonio + Artist Registry
The City of San Antonio invites you to participate in upcoming public art opportunities by submitting qualifications to the Artist Registry. All previously registered artists are encouraged to update materials at this time. The City's Registry is the most utilized source for selecting artists and accepts submittals at the local, regional, national and international levels. Complete an Artist Registry Application online.

Deadline: November 11, 2011
Information: http://www.sanantonio.gov/publicworks/pubart/registry.htm

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Pinellas County, FL + Public Art Database Registry
The Pinellas County Arts Council (central Gulf coast Florida) seeks professional artists familiar with public art projects to join an expanding public art database registry. Open to any media; previous public art project experience preferred, but not required. Public Art & Design Program includes commission-based, site-specific competitions, portable studio artworks collection, artist residencies, and temporary installations.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.pinellasarts.org

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: City of Palm Desert + Public Slide Registry
City of Palm Desert Public Slide Registry invites professional artists to submit slides of current works for consideration in the Art in Public Places Commission.

Deadline: on-going
Information: rtwedt@ci.palm-desrt.ca.us http://www.palmdesertart.org/SlideReg.asp

Posting 02/27/08: City of Calgary Public Art Program Registry
The City of Calgary Public Art Program seeks Expressions of Interest (i.e. Request for Qualifications) from experienced artists for inclusion in our Artist Roster. This call is open to local, national and international artists.

The Artist Roster prequalifies artists for consideration on public art initiatives commissioned via limited calls (invitational opportunities) and/or direct award (single source) contracts. All Artist Roster submissions are reviewed by an external selection panel. Selection to the Artist Roster does not guarantee a contract with The City.

Artists added to the Artist Roster will have practical, demonstrated experience in the field of public art, including collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams. Experience working within set budgets and construction schedules is considered an asset. Artist selections are evaluated based on:

  • Stated interest and approach
  • Quality of professional qualifications and relevant experience
  • Demonstrated excellence of past work in conceptual, aesthetic and technical terms

Expressions of Interest submissions are accepted on an ongoing basis. Selection panels convene to review the submissions as deemed necessary by Program staff.

To apply: Request Expression of Interest #05-008 from Edwin Whang, Buyer, Finance & Supply (Purchasing), phone: (403) 268-4090, email: edwin.whang@calgary.ca. Sorry, but this document is not available online.

Note: the Open Call process is separate from the Artist Roster. When an open call to artists is issued for a specific public art project, all interested artists (including those on the Artist Roster) must complete a submission in order to be considered.

For information about the Public Art Program, contact Rowena James, Public Art Program Coordinator at (403) 268-2843 or rowena.james@calgary.ca.

Ongoing 03/06/08: Los Angeles County, CA + Public Art Opportunities Email List
The Civic Art Program of the Los Angeles County Arts Commission urges artists to sign-up for the first southern California master public art opportunities email list that will generate periodic emails regarding new projects from Civic Art Program, Los Angeles County Arts Commission, Other public art programs in southern California, and Private art consultants and developers. We only need your name, email and zip code. To sign up, visit the website below and click on "artist opportunities" in the box "civic art".

Deadline: on-going
Information: www.lacountyarts.org

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: New York City Department of Cultural Affairs + Percent for Art Image Registry
The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) is the largest public funder of arts and culture in the country. The Percent for Art artist slide registry is an up-to-date and important component of the Program. The registry is used by architects, panelists, and City agencies for projects. The Percent for Art staff prepares a slide presentation from the registry for each panel meeting. The registry is open to any professional visual artist residing in the United States.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.nyc.gov

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Lisle, IL + The Morton Arboretum Outdoor Sculpture Exhibits
The Morton Arboretum, 25 miles west of Chicago, is seeking large-scale outdoor sculpture exhibits beginning in 2009. We encourage inquiries from artists whose work relates to our core themes--trees, shrubs, natural habitats, and the creatures that inhabit them in the upper Midwest.

Deadline: on-going
Information: Anamari Golf agolf@mortonarb.org

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Hillsborough County, FL + Art in Public Places Program
Artists with proficiency in planning, creating and implementing public art in all media are invited to submit slides for the registry. Application involves submission of 10 slides, resume, supporting materials and registration form.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.hillsboroughcounty.org/publicart

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Cleveland, OH + Artist Registry
Cleveland Public Art (CPA) is seeking artists' portfolios to be considered for public art projects throughout Cleveland, OH. CPA is a twenty-year old, private, nonprofit organization dedicated the highest quality, site-specific public art and creative urban design. Recent projects include Brian Tolle's Installation on Mall B, Allan & Ellen Wexler's WindWorks project at the Great Lakes Science Center, Albert Paley's gate at the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and various works throughout Cleveland's neighborhoods.

Deadline: on-going
Information: contactus@clevelandpublicart.org
http://www.clevelandpublicart.org

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting: Chicago, IL + Artist's Slide Registry
An Artists Slide Registry serves as a reference catalog of work by local artists. it is a resource for Percent-for-Art projects and is open to all artists.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://egov.cityofchicago.org/webportal/COCWebPortal/COC_EDITORIAL/EnglishApplication.pdf

Ongoing 02/15/08 Posting:Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) + Slide Registry
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking professional artists for design collaborations and/ or public art commissions for its Art-in Transit Program. Over the next few years, Charlotte, NC is building a rapid transit system and will incorporate public art into its stations, park and rides, and maintenance facilities. Artists are requested to submit their materials to an ongoing slide registry that will be used to make selections of artists as the system is phased in.

Deadline: on-going
Information: http://www.ridetransit.org

11/11/11 Deadline: Los Angeles, CA + The National Call to Artists, a Web repository
Recognizing that so much of our national debate is conducted in imagery -- and that tremendous effort is expended to spin things toward the status quo -- the call is going out to artists to use our expressive powers and social imagination to focus public attention on whatever must be put right and whatever suggests how that may be accomplished. SPARC, the Social and Public Art Resource Center in Venice, California, has inaugurated the National Call to Artists, a Web repository for images, songs, scripts, and ideas. A key aim is to challenge and assist activists to make effective use of creative imagery, action, and imagination in mobilizing awareness and participation in social action. It's easy to download artwork to the site, and activists are free to make use of it. Please share this information today!

Deadline: 11/11/2011
Information: www.sparcmurals.org


 
 

Residency/Internship/Fellowship/Docent


 
Posting 04/11/08: CENTRE CITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION PRACTICAL INTERNSHIP IN ART OPPORTUNITY
The Centre City Development Corporation (CCDC) is offering a practical internship opportunity for a graduate student currently enrolled in a field of study which includes major coursework and experience in visual arts or industrial design. Non-students and career-transfers are also encouraged to apply. Non-student and career-transfer applicants must demonstrate current work, knowledge of, interest in and commitment to an art related field. This hands-on opportunity will provide a rare and exciting working and learning experience within the dynamic, vibrant and growing urban environment that is taking shape in downtown San Diego, California.

CCDC is seeking to fill this practical internship with someone ready to assist in its general downtown public art planning efforts. The successful candidate must show evidence of a professional interest in public art as it relates to downtown urban planning, architecture and urban design. The intern would be expected to work 10-20 hours per week within a flexible schedule suited to the selected candidate's needs. The position pays $13.50 for a graduate intern. The assignment would last for an initial period of six (6) months and can be extended an additional six (6) months. Candidates should be enrolled full- or part-time in school and remain in school during the extent of the internship. CCDC is not a part of the Civil Service System and is exempt from Social Security. CCDC is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested students are requested to e-mail a resume and letter of interest to: careers@ccdc.com (Attn: Human Resources, Centre City Development Corporation, 225 Broadway, Suite 1100, San Diego, CA 92101).


 
 

Studio Space


 
Posting 03/04/08: Studio space to share?
Looking for studio space? We have a very large studio space to share with other two-dimensional artists. Country setting at the end of Coombsville Road. $300/month (plus utilities). Contact Liz Brozell at 815-6305.

Posting 04/07/08: Studio Space Available Sawyer Tannery Napa.....
Christiane Tsouo-Harvey would like to sublet her studio space D7 at the Sawyer Tannery, 68 Coombs Street, Napa 94559, from May 14 to August 15 while she is in France. Monthly rent $250.00, everything included.Please contact her at: 707-255-8805 or by e-mail: criss@crissart.net


 
 

Teaching Opportunities


 
Posting 07/01/07: ACNV Arts in Education Teachers
As part of the ACNV Arts in Education program, Arts Council provides funds to schools that are interested in bring arts into the school day. ACNV grants match school funding for arts activities up to a maximum of $1,000.

Each year ACNV develops a catalog of classes and programs offered by participating artists. We are always seeking artists who have activities they would like to bring to students in elementary and middle school.

Artists are compensated at $40/hour with 1/2 hour paid prep time for each classroom hour. Please note: Artists function as independent contractor in this project-based program. This is not a full or part-time position.

To find out more about the Arts Ed program, please visit the Arts Education section of this website. If you are interested in participating please contact ACNV at 707-257-2117 or email admin@artscouncilnapavalley.org.

Ongoing 01/1/08 Posting: Studio Arts Napa Valley Seeking Visual and Performance Arts Teachers

Seeking dance, drama, visual artists, and music instructors to rent space and teach classes to all ages. Contact Tami Nixon at 251-9200.



12/18/07 Posting: Program Instructor needed to teach kids afterschool program
CyberMill Technology Center is hiring for a part time position (10-20 hrs/week). We are seeking creative individuals with a strong excitement for sharing their artistic and professional knowledge with kids 9+. Must be a proactive, enthusiastic, flexible person with a high level of skill in Adobe Photoshop or Illustrator and expert knowledge of MS Office applications.

Pay ranges from $14-$20 per hr depending on experience.
Please send resume and coverletter to:
lacey@cybermill.org.
No phone calls please.

POSTING 06/27/07: Artists Teaching Opportunity
The Arts in Mental Health Program at Napa State Hospital has an on-going application process for professional artists of all disciplines (visual, performing, and literary) interested in teaching in a mental health setting on a P/T basis. Photography, painting, basketry and printmaking artists encouraged to apply soon. Contact Sally Denman at sdenman@dmhnsh.state.ca.us or 707-253-5981.

Ongoing 01/15/07 Posting: Teach Art at Studio Arts Napa Valley
Come offer your medium to the community at Studio Arts Napa Valley. Rent studio teaching space and become part of a wonderful team of teachers of all the arts! Call Tami Nixon @ 251.9200 or email @ tami@studioartsnapavalley.com

Posting 08/15/07: Piano/Voice instructor(s) for The Napa School of Music
The Napa School of Music is looking for a piano and/or voice teacher to teach at our new Napa location. We have 2-3 days of teaching available for piano and voice starting August 20, 2007. Let us take care of finding students, scheduling, payment and advertising so that you can do what you do best, teach music. Excellent pay and benefits. Applicants must have a music degree, teaching and performing experience and a positive attitude.

Please fax your resume and include a HANDWRITTEN cover letter to 707-252-4545 attention: Piano/Voice position

Posting 01/31/08: St. Helena Unified Call for Artists to Mentor Students
St. Helena Unified School District is looking for local artists to work with one or a few students to create art for their Auction in April. This is a great opportunity for you to mentor an art student and help promote our mission to foster and encourage creative art in the Napa Valley.

The artist would be able to choose the age group and number of children he/she would work with. SHUSD will pay for the supplies. The final product would be on display at our preview at the Caldwell/Snyder Gallery with the artists name as well as at the auction and in our catalog.

Their hope is to inspire some of their art students and help them create something amazing with an experienced Artist.

If you're interested, please contact Monica at the school district as soon as possible:
Monica Miller 963-8393 815-7991

11/24/07 Posting: Private Tutor Wanted for Portraiture
I've been painting for about three months, mainly portraits, all acrylics, and would like to hire a tutor/mentor to help me develop and expand as an artist.

I'm available on Friday afternoons and Mondays, as well as weekends.

I live in St Helena and work as a family counselor at 68 Coombs St in Napa. I've also published several books on history as well as a novel. I'm an eager learner and a hard worker.

If you are interested in helping an emerging artist grow, please contact:
Lin Weber
480-7008
linweber@earthlink.net

08/04/08 Workshop: 4th annual Arts Teach Summer Leadership Institute
The Orange County Performing Arts Center Summer Leadership Institute is now accepting Applications!

Join fellow educators for an inspiring week of arts learning experiences at the 4th annual Arts Teach Summer Leadership Institute, August 4-8, 2008, presented by the Orange County Performing Arts Center in partnership with the Orange County Museum of Art, Orange County Department of Education and UC Irvine Extension. The goal of the Institute is to provide meaningful, authentic, proven tools and techniques that will enable any classroom teacher to feel confident in integrating the arts into their personal teaching style and classroom objectives for each year, even if they have not had specific training in music, dance, theatre or the visual arts. Participants will have the opportunity to see a premiere performance by American Ballet Theatre and attend Free For All Monday Night Movies on the Plaza. Continuing education units will be available through UC Irvine Extension. On-line registration available here.

Posting 03/06/08: Regional Forums Throughout California
The California County Superintendents Association (CCSESA) is sponsoring regional forums across the state to engage educators, school board members, parents, arts organizations, and community members in a discussion about arts learning for California students. The regional forums are intended to provide an opportunity to discuss key ways to advance arts education in our schools. The forums will include these key elements: Vision, Visibility, Resources and Support, Call to Action, Next Steps.

To contact the regional lead in your area, go to www.ccsesaarts.org and click on "About Us".


 
 

Visual Arts


 
07/07/08 DEADLINE: Marin Museum of Contemporary Art Call to Artists
The Marin Museum of Contemporary Art seeks artwork for national juried exhibition Novato with the theme of representational, abstract and/or imagined art works. Open to all United States resident artists 18 and older. Submit up to five digital images of your original art works done in the past three years, in the following media: oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor, drawing, sculpture, photography, or mixed media. Video and films are not accepted.

Juror: Kenneth Baker, Art Critic San Francisco Chronicle.

Please download Prospectus and Entry Form at:
www.marinmoca.org or email info@marinmoca.org
Phone: 415-506-0137.

05/10/08 DEADLINE: Call for Artists 2009/2010 El Paseo Invitational Exhibition
The City of Palm Desert is now accepting applications for the 2009/2010 El Paseo Invitational Exhibition. The exhibition is showcased on the medians of El Paseo and is seen by thousands of visitors each year as well as advertised nationally, regionally, and locally. The exhibition is juried by a curator and runs for approximately two years.

Applications are due on May 10, 2008
Honorarium: $2,500 for each selected artwork

Exhibition Guidelines Overview:

  • All artists, galleries, museums/non-profit arts organizations, and private collectors are encouraged to participate.
  • All sculptures must be installed on one of the existing pads along the El Paseo median (see full guidelines for pad sizes).
  • All sculptures MUST be designed with tabs or other devices that can be utilized to secure the artwork to the concrete pads.
  • Artworks can be sold, but not removed for six months once installation is completed. If a sculpture from the exhibition is sold, the artist or representative must resubmit for approval of a replacement artwork.
  • Installation will be paid for by the City of Palm Desert and scheduled starting October 20, 2008.

For more information and the full Exhibition Guidelines visit www.palmdesertart.org or call 760-568-5240.

Richard Twedt, Public Arts Manager
City of Palm Desert
72-567 Highway 111
Palm Desert, CA 92260

06/20/08 DEADLINE: Napa Wine and Crafts Faire poster competition
For the first time, the Napa Downtown Association is asking local artists to design the 2008 Napa Wine and Crafts Faire poster. The artwork will be featured as the main recognized artwork on all marketing materials promoting the event.

Entry Requirements:
1. Artwork must be no larger than 8"x10"
2. Painting, illustration, photography, mixed media accepted
3. No 3-dimensional artwork allowed
4. Computer generated artwork should be submitted as a printed piece, accompanied by a CD with artwork saved as high resolution (300 dpi) in JPG or PDF format.
5. Please do not include typographical elements, just artwork itself. Selected piece will be placed incorporated into the design by the creative team for the Napa Downtown Association.
6. There is no age limit for artists, and amateurs as well as professionals are eligible to win.

Artist recognition whall be noted on posters, in addition to being awarded $500.

Submit artwork to:
Craig Smith
Executive Director
Napa Downtown Association
1556 First St. Suite 102
craig@napadowntown.com
T:707-257-0322 F:707-257-1821

Ongoing 02/03/07 Posting: Online Artists Portfolios
Online artist portfolios created by ArtPromote.com. Free for low income, student, and disabled artists who do not have their own websites. For established artists there is a modest one time administration fee.

To apply follow the instructions under "Add an Artist" at www.artpromote.com.



05/30/08 Deadline: ACCI Gallery National Juried Exhibition, Berkeley
ACCI Gallery National Juried ExhibitionJuly 11- August 17, 2008, PMD: May 30, 2008. All media. $2500 awards. Jurors: Suzanne Baizerman, Curator, Crafts and Decorative Arts, Oakland Museum of California, & Kate Eilertsen, Director of Visual Arts, Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, SF. Fee: $30 up to three entries. Juried by slide or CD. ACCI Gallery (Arts and Crafts Cooperative, Inc) celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2007 and is one of the oldest arts and crafts cooperatives in the US. For prospectus send S.A.S.E to ACCI Gallery, 1652 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709. Request via email: Lisah Horner, Director, muse@accigallery.com, or download PDF: http://www.accigallery.com

06/31/08 Deadline: CALL FOR ARTISTS/ VIDEOHOLICA 2008/ BIENNIAL AUGUST IN ART
This year for the first time will be presented as a satellite programme VIDEOHOLICA 2008 in the frames of the International Biennial AUGUST IN ART. VIDEOHOLICA 2008 aims to make the contemporary video art to the public with the chain of projections on public spaces, where it is less known. VIDEOHOLICA 2008 will present art works as by the good known artists as and by the young artists, who are working in this area.All the applicants, who observe the rules and the deadline, will have admission to the jury, which will take a place in the earlier July 2008. After the careful selection the jury will present few one hour programs, which will be shown in different public places in the Varna city. VIDEOHOLICA 2008 will take a place in August 2008 and will be separated to the following sections: video art, experimental movies and art document. The jury will make catalog by the first 15 movies (first 5 in every section).Decisions are made by the 5 members VIDEOHOLICA 2008 jury, which is made up of artists and other arts professionals. The final results will be announced and sent to the applicants by e-mail approximately by the middle of July 2008.There is no submission fee.Deadline: by 31 June 2008Please send your application to the VIDEOHOLICA 2008 on the following address:PAVLINA MLADENOVAVIDEOHOLICA 2008INTERNATIONAL BIENNIAL AUGUST IN ARTGeorgi Velchev Art Museum8 Radko Dimitriev srt. Varna 9000BulgariaTel: + 359 52 611 928For more information, terms of conditions and application form please visit: http://www.augustinart.com/edition_2008_en.php

06/30/08 DEADLINE: 2008 Art Kudos International Juried Competition
Artshow.com is accepting entries for the 2008 Art Kudos International Juried Art Competition. Cash awards totaling $3,400. Juror: Pang-Chieh Hsu, recipient of the prestigious Joan Mitchell Foundation Fellowship and an instructor at Armstrong Atlantic State University. Open to all artists 18 or older. Eligible media include: acrylics, oils, watercolors, pastels, drawings, printmaking, photography, digital art, sculpture, and mixed media. Selected finalists will appear in an online-only exhibit at www.artkudos.com beginning August 15th. $30 for 3 images (slides, photos, JPEGs, or TIFFs). Deadline: June 30, 2008. For details and an entry form, please visit: http://www.artshow.com/artKudos

Ongoing 9/4/07 Posting: Call for Exhibition Proposals
The LH Horton Jr Gallery is a non-profit art gallery located on the campus of San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, California. The Gallery features over 2000 square feet of exhibition space, and a 21-foot extended ceiling with hanging mounts and professional lighting.

The Gallery accepts proposals from artists, lenders and guest curators on an on-going basis. Artists granted an exhibition will receive a pro-rated honorarium based on experience and geographic location. Negotiable funding is also available for return shipping.

For a complete prospectus, email: gallery@deltacollege.edu, or visit our website at: San Joaquin Delta College



10/16/07 Posting: Raise The Roof - Habitat for Humanity Auction
Habitat for Humanity is seeking artists and designers to volunteer their artistic talent in decorating/designing dog houses, play houses, bird houses and doll houses to then be auctioned at event in Spring 08. This event will raise money to build a home in the Katrina area for a family in need.

We are hoping to have the play/dog/bird/doll houses built/donated by local builders, then have them decorated and designed by Bay Area artists.

Please contact Siobhan at SDugan@thecarnerosinn.com or 707.299.4958 for more information.

Habitat for Humanity needs your help to support Katrina victims. Please consider volunteering!
Thank you!



05/30/08 DEADLINE (Extended):Palm Desert, CA + 2009/2010 El Paseo Invitational Exhibition
The City of Palm Desert is now accepting applications for the 2009/2010 El Paseo Invitational Exhibition. The exhibition is showcased on the medians of El Paseo and is seen by thousands of visitors each year as well as advertised nationally, regionally, and locally. The exhibition is juried by a curator and runs for approximately two years. An honorarium of $2,500 is awarded for each selected artwork.

All sculptures must be installed on one of the existing pads along the El Paseo median (see full guidelines for pad sizes). All sculptures must be designed with tabs or other devices that can be utilized to secure the artwork to the concrete pads. Artworks can be sold, but not removed for six months once installation is completed. If a sculpture from the exhibition is sold, the artist or representative must resubmit for approval of a replacement artwork. Installation will be paid for by the City of Palm Desert and scheduled starting October 20, 2008.

Extended Deadline: May 30, 2008

08/17/08 Deadline: Plein Air Painters of the West Summer Workshop Series in New Mexico
The Plein Air Painters of the West announce their summer workshop series which will be held in New Mexico this year. July 21st-August 29th. Five one-week workshops will be held by different artists in New Mexico. Workshops are one of the best investments an artist can make in themselves. These workshops are designed for beginner, intermediate, and professional artists. This comprehensive selection of classes is an opportunity for you to move your career forward or simply discover and develop a new skill. We offer online registration, credit card payments, and a 3 month payment plan. The instructors include Marc Hanson, Jennifer McChristian, Aaron Schuerr, Jie Xiangyuan, and Michael Lewis. Visit our website for details and dates. www.papwest.com Thank You And Happy Painting!

05/16/08 DEADLINE: Studio II Open Call for Art - PICK YOUR POISON
Any media welcome for juried exhibition at Studio II Gallery - Napa Valley, 570 Soscol Ave., Napa, CA 94559, 707-257-0900.

Complete, ready to hang, art will be received May 16 & 17 at the Gallery. Exhibition dates are May 31 through July 11, 2008.

Artist's reception at the Gallery May 31, 2008, 7-10 p.m.
Check the website at studioiigallery.com for details.

Posting 04/10/08: Support our Vets!
I spent some time this morning at the Pathway Home project at the Veterans Home in Yountville. This new project is a residential program for veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI) or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) fully funded by private donations. There are currently six residents with room for 35 total.

The facilities are very nice, especially given the age of the buildings! They have televisions, exercise and recreation equipment, etc., all donated. The thing they don't have is any art on their walls. The walls are mostly bare, and I would like us to change that. If we can gather some materials, I'll be happy to bring it to them. If you have paintings, photos, wall hangings, etc. please let me know. I'll pick a date or dates to bring stuff in based on response. For now, please do not bring anything to me!!!

Patrick J. Jolly
Napa County Veterans Service Officer
900 Coombs Street, Suite 257
Napa, CA 94559
707-253-6072
Fax: 707-299-1489
Web: www.napavets.com

05/12/08 DEADLINE: Seattle, WA + King County Courthouse Domestic Violence Courtroom Window Treatment
4Culture and the Superior Court are seeking an artist to create window treatments for the Domestic Violence Courtroom of the King County Courthouse in Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square district. The Domestic Violence Courtroom (#W278), located in the west wing of the landmark building, is being renovated by Freeman Fong Architecture to include security updates.

The reconfiguration of the courtroom will include a new commissioners, clerks and coordinators bench flanked by two existing 6’x 6’ interior recessed windows. It is expected that the selected artist’s design and material choices will be sensitive to the activities and historic character of the courtroom. Imagery should be created with the intention of reducing stress and anxiety present in the often emotionally charged space. Desired treatments will utilize transparent or translucent materials to maintain the presence of natural light. Competitive applicants will have portfolio examples of architecturally integrated work, window treatments, or work in historic and civic buildings. The budget is $15,000 all inclusive.

Deadline: May 12, 2008
Information: Jordan Howland jordan.howland@4culture.org

07/01/08 DEADLINE: Introspections, a Juried Self-Portrait Exhibition
The Smithtown Township Arts Council is now accepting entries for Introspections, A Juried Self-Portrait Exhibition to be held August 16-September 22, 2008. Juror Amy Mackie is an assistant curator at the New Museum of Contemporary Art, New York. Artists are invited to submit work exploring various modes of representing the self. All media (drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture, video, film, sound, performance, and installation) will be considered.

Entry deadline is July 1 2008, and must be submitted as 300 ppi jpeg files on CD only.
For prospectus visit www.stacarts.org or send SASE to:
STAC
660 Rte 25A
St. James, NY 11780

08/15/08 DEADLINE: Halloween Midnight Oils
The Smithtown Township Arts Council is seeking works ranging from the macabre to whimsical for Halloween Midnight Oils, to be held October 4-November 7th, 2008. Open to all media. The exhibition is in celebration of art's awesome power as a spiritual instrument that helps man to transcend his primeval fear of death and of the unknown. Juror Alain Khadem is not interested in the gratuitously gory, but in works that portray frightening subject matters in a philosophic, romantic, or humorous light.

Early entry is encouraged. Entry deadline is August 15, 2008, and must be submitted as 300 ppi jpeg files on CD only.
For prospectus visit www.stacarts.org or send SASE to:
STAC
660 Rte 25A
St. James, NY 11780

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