CALL FOR ENTRIES The Chromatic Edge

A Potters Council Exhibition

For the Third Annual Members Juried Competition, Potters Council is seeking entries with an emphasis on the impact of Color. The majority of the composition should be ceramic with the focus on color. Consider the full spectrum. Techniques and materials may include glazes, washes, oxides, engobes, slips, stains, underglazes, overglazes, colored clays, china paints, inclusions, exclusions, lusters, pre & post firing additions and any variations. The exhibition will be concurrently shown during the NCECA Conference in Seattle 2012 and will showcase the quality work made by the members of the Potters Council, an international organization with members all over the world.

CO-JURORS
This year we will have two co-jurors for the exhibition: Jennifer Harnetty and Robbie Lobell

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Entrants must be members of the Potters Council both at the time of application and at the time of the exhibition.

There will be up to 20 pieces chosen. The base of the work may be no more than 16” wide and/or deep, and the height not more than 31” tall. Works must be suitable for pedestal display. No wall or ceiling-suspended works accepted. Only very limited on-site assembly of multi-part works will be possible.

Opening date for submissions: May 16, 2011
Deadline for receipt of entries: September 1, 2011 (post-marked)
Notification of acceptances: October 18, 2011
Delivery of accepted works: February 6-10, 2012
Exhibition Dates: March 28-30, 2012

For more details go here… http://ceramicartsda…il-juried-show/
Call for Entries Form: http://media.ceramic…ntries-2012.pdf

Arts Journey Ceramic exhibition call for entries.

The Eastern Cape branch of Ceramics Southern Africa will be curating an exhibition of ceramics at the restored Athenaeum building in Port Elizabeth. This exhibition will run alongside the 200 Artists Exhibition. The launch of the book of the same name will take place at the opening on 17th June 2011.

The Arts Journey is an initiative incorporating numerous Art venues which will be staging exhibitions as part of the National Arts Festival Fringe Programme. Entry form can be downloaded here

Delivery of works: Monday 13 June between 9am-4pm.
Venue: Athenaeum, Belmont Terrace, Central, P.E.
Opening Function: Friday 17 June @ 6pm.
Closing Date: 31 July 2011.
Collection: Monday 31 August 2011
Entry Fee: R20 per piece
Enquiries: 083 455 2138 or 041 504 3870.

“To Go” Call for entry


Mendocino Art Center and ceramic artist, CHRISTA ASSAD, invite you to submit images for a national juried exhibition entitled, “To Go,” a statement on today’s fast-paced, particularly American on-the-go style of dining, working, multi-tasking, etc.

Open to interpretation, the theme, “To Go,” hopes to inspire both vessel and sculpture creation, from the obvious flasks, thermoses, car cups, lunch boxes, things with lids, wheels… to the more outrageous or unpredictable. The possibilities are endless – surprise us!

October 15 Entry Deadline

For more details download the PDF here.

Job posting – Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery

Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery Website:
www.theclayandglass.ca Position Facts:
Title: Executive Director, Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery
Location: Waterloo, Ontario
Term: Full time – 37.5 Hours a week
Salary range $70,000 to $90,000
Start Date: As early as July 1 2011, no later than September 1 2011 Position Description:

  • The Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery is seeking an Executive Director (ED) who will lead the organization in an exciting period of renewal.
  • The ED is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the organization according to the strategic direction and policies set by the Gallery’s Board of Directors.
  • The ED is accountable for the development and implementation of strategies that enable the Gallery to fulfill its vision, mission and goals, for effective operation of the Gallery and care of its collection.
  • The ED will actively develop and execute fundraising initiatives and be able to create and maintain strong relationships with private and public sector partners.
  • The ED will be the public face of the Gallery. The ED will be responsible for outreach, engagement, collaboration and advocacy with community groups, funders, politicians, and other organizations to help achieve the goals of the Gallery.
  • The ED will provide strong leadership in the areas of governance, administrative and financial management functions.
  • Through a team of senior staff, the ED will be responsible for the overall operation of the Gallery including, but not limited to, its exhibition space, retail shop, education and volunteer programs.

Challenges:

  • Leading a public gallery in the midst of a strategic renewal.
  • Developing sustainable funding sources.
  • Problem-solving and setting priorities in a fast-paced, complex and evolving multi-stakeholder environment with multiple competing deadlines and competition for resources.
  • Exercising judgment in identifying issues, modifying plans as business conditions change, assessing courses of action and developing recommendations.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years management in a similar position.
    Demonstrated track record and ability to:
  • develop effective community and donor relationships and secure gifts and sponsorships; and
    develop and maintain creative and successful partnerships, evidenced by teamwork and collegiality, within and beyond the organization.
  • Excellent leadership qualities and outstanding skills in team-building, meeting management, facilitation, and public relations.
    Passion for the visual arts.
  • Position Dimensions:
    Direct Reports:
    • Curator
      Director of Education
    • Retail Sales Manager
    • Development
      Marketing support
    • Bookkeeper
  • Annual Revenue: $850,000
    Active Members: Approximately 375
  • Annual Visitors: 20,000 with a goal to double within 5 years
  • Key Funders: Canada Council, Ontario Arts Council, City of Waterloo, Region of Waterloo, small group of significant sponsors/donors.

Submit application by May 31, 2011 to: [email protected] or Martin Finestone, Vice Chair, Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery 50 Queen Street North,
Suite 1020, P.O. Box 2248
Kitchener, Ontario
N2M 6M2, Canada

Reminder: 2012 Invitational “Push Play” Call for Submissions

The 46th Annual NCECA Conference, “On the Edge”, will be held in Seattle, Washington at the Washington State Convention Center, March 28 – March 31, 2012. In conjunction with the conference, The Bellevue Arts Museum will host the 2012 NCECA Invitational “Push Play” from January 19 to June 17, 2012.Calendar
Detailed information and Online Submittal form: Available Jan.12, 2011
Online Submittal deadline: July 5, 2011 (midnight EST)
Acceptance notification: August 1, 2011
Contracts and Statements due: August 15, 2011
Delivery of accepted work: Before December 19, 2011
Installation: December 20 – January 18, 2012
Exhibition dates: January 19, 2012 –June 17, 2012
Return of work: After June 17, 2012For all the details and submission info please visit the NCECA website here.