by Carole Epp | Jan 3, 2008 | Uncategorized
If you’re looking for something to do or see next summer in Toronto you can participate in or visit the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition. It’s a juried fair which showcases up and coming and established contemporary fine art and craft each July.
Currently the TOAE is looking for artists interested in exhibiting, the next deadline is March 1st 2008 and all the info you need is on the website. You can also see great work by past participants and award winners (yes there are also awards up for grabs!) like this piece by Dawn Petticrew.
by Carole Epp | Dec 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
The North America Ceramic Cup Show
Studio Angelico (US)
February 1, 2008 entry deadline
Juried from digital and slides. Fee: $5/entry. Juror: Andy Brayman. For prospectus, visit their website; or send SASE to Paul McMullan. Ceramics Department, Siena Heights University, 1247 E. Siena Heights Dr., Adrian MI 49221; [email protected].
by Carole Epp | Dec 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
Berea College Ceramic Apprenticeship Program
Application deadline: February 22
Responsibilities include: working with apprentices, active studio production of utilitarian ceramics for wholesale/retail market, assisting program director in maintaining large well-equipped facility and teaching one course per year. Requirements: MFA, BFA or equivalent; experience with studio approach to functional tableware. Studio space and materials are provided. Kilns currently available: gas reduction, electric, salt, wood, raku. Starts August 2008.
Send letter of application, resume, 20 slides/digital images (jpg on CD), and three recommendation letters to Tina Gebhart, Ceramic Apprenticeship Program, CPO 2162, Berea College, Berea, KY 40404. Inquiries: (859) 985-3849. Berea College is a four-year undergraduate liberal arts institution located on the western foothills of the Appalachian Mountains (Lexington, 45 minutes; Cincinnati/Louisville, 2 hrs). The College’s mission includes special commitments to the Appalachian region, interracial education, and serving students of limited financial resources. Full tuition scholarships and labor program involvement have long been distinctive features of a Berea education. For more information about Berea College, see their website.
by Carole Epp | Dec 24, 2007 | Uncategorized
If you happen to find yourself near Owen Sound this January 19th you can take in a one day symposium at the Tom Thompson Gallery called Making Matters: Sustainability and Craft Practice. Speakers will address topics related to craft’s sustainability, its impact on the environment and local economies. This symposium is a regional outreach project of the Ontario Crafts Council. Check out the gallery website for more info and to register.
by Carole Epp | Dec 19, 2007 | Uncategorized
For a little holiday reading check out the Canadian Crafts Federation/Fédération Canadienne des métiers d´art. They’ve just produced a new online library of archived and commissioned articles on Canadian Contemporary Craft.
Writers include Amy Gogarty, Sandra Flood, Virginia Eichhorn, Sandra Alfoldy, Paul Greenhalgh and Gloria Hickey.
