by Carole Epp | Jan 22, 2011 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
@font-face { font-family: “Courier New”; }@font-face { font-family: “Wingdings”; }@font-face { font-family: “Cambria”; }@font-face { font-family: “Georgia”; }p.MsoNormal, li.MsoNormal, div.MsoNormal { margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: “Times New Roman”; }p.MsoBodyText, li.MsoBodyText, div.MsoBodyText { margin: 0cm 0cm 0.0001pt; font-size: 12pt; font-family: “Times New Roman”; font-weight: bold; }span.BodyTextChar { font-family: “Times New Roman”; font-weight: bold; }div.Section1 { page: Section1; }ol { margin-bottom: 0cm; }ul { margin-bottom: 0cm; } Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor in Ceramics/Foundations Department: Art Location: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville The Department of Art has more than 360 majors in the areas of Art History, Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photo, Printmaking, Sculpture and Visual Design. The department offers the following degrees: B.A. in Studio Art, B.A. in Art History, B.F.A. in Studio Art, B.F.A. in Art Education and M.F.A. in Studio Art. The faculty is made up of 12 tenured and tenure track faculty, 5 non-tenure track faculty, 3 part-time adjuncts and 2 full-time support staff. Major Medical Insurance, Group Life Insurance, Delta Dental Insurance, CAN Long Term Care, Long Term Disability Insurance, TIAA/CREF and/or Fidelity, Social Security. Matching contribution by the university. Posted Date: 1/22/2011 Annual Salary: $45,000 Start date: Aug. 15, 2011 Description: The University of Arkansas is seeking an active studio artist and teacher in the field of ceramics for a non-tenure track position, with the possibility of renewal. Applicants should have a strong commitment to an expanded definition of ceramics, embracing contemporary and traditional techniques from utilitarian pottery to conceptual installation. Applicant should also have a strong background in three-dimensional design and an interest in curriculum development. Requirements:
- MFA degree with demonstrated professional achievement in the field of Ceramics
- College teaching experience
- Broad knowledge of historical and contemporary aspects of ceramics, art, and theory
- Experience in most ceramic techniques including wheel, hand building, and mold making/slip casting
- Experience in three dimensional design techniques including woodshop and mixed media building processes
- Knowledge of low to high-fire materials and firing of electric, gas, and atmospheric kilns
- Commitment to community outreach and student mentoring
Job Duties: Teach two classes per-semester, supervise graduate students and adjunct faculty teaching three-dimensional design courses, work with graduate students and advanced ceramics students, manage ceramics studio and equipment, including supervising graduate assistants, and maintain an active research record. Where To Apply? Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, artist’s statement, statement of teaching philosophy, list of 5 professional references w/address, phone, email, 20 images of professional work, 20 images of students’ work (all images should be a maximum of 1024 X 768 pixels, RGB, 72 dpi, jpeg), image identification list indicating each image’s description and/or title, dimensions, medium, and date in corresponding numbering to presentation. (Any digital video work should be submitted as QuickTime files.) All materials should be submitted on a CD or DVD and formatted for Macintosh. Please include a stamped, self-addressed envelope if you wish the materials to be returned. Deadline: March 1, 2011 or until position is filled. Materials should be sent to: Jeannie Hulen, Chair, Department of Art 116 FNAR Center University of Arkansas Fayetteville, AR 72701 The University of Arkansas is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants are subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act and must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
by Carole Epp | Jan 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
Francis Marion University in Florence, SC, will present a Figurative Ceramic Sculpture Symposium, on Saturday, Mar. 5, 2011, from 6:30-9:30pm in the Ashpy P. Lowrimore Auditorium at the Cauthen Education Media Center on the campus of Francis Marion University. Sergei Isupov, Janis Mars Wunderlich, and Cristina Cordova will each give presentations about their artwork. Afterwards, there will be a panel discussion, with Howard Frye and Doug Gray moderating, with the artists on the development of artistic imagery and style, followed by questions from the audience. 
Work by Cristina Cordova For further information contact Howard Frye, Assistant Professor of Art Education, Francis Marion University by calling 843/661-1680 or e-mail to ([email protected]).
by Carole Epp | Jan 21, 2011 | Uncategorized
Beth Katleman:
Folly January 20 – February 17, 2011 Jane Hartsook Gallery
16 Jones Street
New York, NY Recently profiled in the New York Times, Folly is an installation of three-dimensional porcelain “wallpaper,” filled with dark humor. Forty-eight white porcelain landscapes float against a polite turquoise wall, surrounded by an explosion of leaves and flowers. Upon closer inspection the narratives take a mischevious turn: bridesmaids behave badly, ducklings tumble off waterfalls and reindeer answer nature’s porcelain call… The miniature landscapes include water features, topiaries, architectural follies, figurines and toys from the flea market. Inspired by the florid designs of 18th century wallpaper, Folly explores themes of consumption and desire. Click here to read the full interview in the New York Times: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/13/garden/13qna.html Press ReleaseHer Website
Map to Jane Hartsook Gallery http://www.greenwichhouse.org/_blog/Greenwich_House_Pottery_News/post/Beth_Katleman_Arcadia_Exhibition/
by Carole Epp | Jan 20, 2011 | Uncategorized
EXHIBITION Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery
January 27 to March 27, 2011
Gallery open daily from noon until 5:00pm
WORKSHOP
Saturday, February 19 & Sunday, February 20, 2011 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (one hour break for lunch) At this workshop, Rob will demonstrate ways to deal with slab and wheel surfaces. He will also demonstrate the aesthetics of one-of-a-kind forms. The technical focus of this class will give emphasis to the aesthetics of Japanese pottery. Participants need to have some experience with the potter’s wheel. $130 / materials included
ARTIST TALK
February 19, 2011 at 2:30pm in the Moose Jaw Performing Arts Centre in Crescent Park
ARTIST STATEMENT
Rob Froese maintains a studio practice in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, selling his work in Canada while periodically returning to Japan where his work has been shown in 21 solo exhibitions.
Along with 12 years living in Japan, his art studies and experiences include a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Ceramics from the University of Regina, a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Saskatchewan, travel in Europe, Israel, Turkey, Southeast Asia and Mexico, and an artistic education provided by his father, Gus Froese, landscape painter and muralist.
Japanese cultural and culinary aesthetics have greatly influenced the way Rob works in clay; shaping his interest in the tactile experience of using a dish and in how physical qualities of a clay body inspire and direct form and function.
His friendship and collaboration with Japanese potter Kazuma Nakano has been an invaluable source of support, inspiration and excitement about living and working with clay.
Website: http://robfroese.squarespace.com/
For more information about the exhibition, workshop and artist talk please contact the Moose Jaw Museum & Art Gallery at 692-4471.
by Carole Epp | Jan 20, 2011 | Uncategorized
The Scripps College Ceramics Annual — the longest-running exhibition of contemporary ceramics in the United States — opens for its 67th consecutive year on Saturday, January 22, 2010 and continues through Sunday, April 3. Titled “Making Fun,” the Ceramic Annual highlights works from a younger generation of artists who address a wide range of topics while imbuing their art with a sense of humor. The exhibition is free and open to the public.
The theme “Making Fun” was chosen to affirm the value of play, a creative state requiring openness, vulnerability, and creativity. Play and art are closely intertwined, each representing the impulse to shape and adapt to a changing world. The works featured maintain their sense of humor while continuing to communicate their messages. Artists include: Barnaby Barford, Pattie Chalmers, Gerit Grimm, Ayumi Hori Sara Varon, Janice Jakielski, Matthew McConnell, Peter Morgan, Thomas Müller, Brendan Tang, and Matt Wedel.
The opening reception will be held on Saturday, January 22, 2011, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Williamson Gallery.
The Ruth Chandler Williamson Gallery is located at Eleventh Street and Columbia Avenue, adjacent to Baxter Hall. During exhibitions, the gallery is open to the public, free of charge, Wednesday through Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, please contact the gallery at (909) 607-3397 or visit the website.
