To-kĕn Digital Gallery – get involved – two open calls.

by | Mar 27, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

To-kĕn Digital Gallery is
the launching of a nascent idea, an extension of the Graduate Certificate
Program of the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design, Fredericton, N.B.
Coming out of many discussions with the participants in the program, around
careers, studio practice, community responsibility, and much more, a desire to
converse with others in Canada came about.
This is the first annual To-kĕn
Series: Digital Gallery Review of
emerging and established artists visual-work. In this inaugural launch there
are two curated surveys in the form of two “Open calls”.
Call #1
Social Conscience
 “In this survey I would like to see what
objects
with a social conscience other
emerging ceramic artists are creating.” (Martin Jarman)
Social Conscience; open to emerging clay artists
throughout Canada.
Call #2
The Human Condition
 “I am looking for work by artists who are
using either figurative, or non-figurative ceramics as a form of
self-exploration.”(Jennifer -Lynn McInnis-Wharton)
The Human Condition; open to emerging and established
clay artists throughout Canada
These two-curated Calls to
Show will produce two shows that will be shown and promoted digitally across
Canada. Significant work will be recognized and the opportunity for artist
statements and links to websites will be provided. At the heart of this is the
desire for the participants of the Graduate Certificate Program to reach out
and learn what else is going on in Canada on certain topics of their interest.
It is also an opportunity for the practice and development of both skills in
curating and in writing on work being made today. Your participation is
appreciated.
Calendar
Call
to show mid March
Deadline
for submissions April 8th
Curatorial
paper written by late April
Survey
release/promoted by end April/early May
Submission
Guidelines
Send
to [email protected]
Selections will be conducted from
images of work, do not send original work.
Each work must be identified (use
title on slide only if accompanying with a image list)
Name
Title
Year
completed
Type of
clay and firing method 
Size H x
W x D 

A brief
artist statement of no more than 150 words describing your work and
practice.

Artist
must send professional quality JPG images for the purpose of further
dissemination.
Submit Microsoft Windows compatible
files only.
Submit jpg files only.
Submit files at a resolution no larger
than 150 dpi.
Submit files of a maximum of 1024 x 768
pixels (height must not exceed 768 pixels).
Submit files of 5MB maximum.
Links to
websites and FB Pages are encourage as we intend to substantially promote your
work.
Acknowledgement
of release of photos (see below)
Photography and Permissions
Accepted artists
agree to allow the To-kĕn Digital
Gallery to use the accepted entry images for educational and publicity purposes. Images
of accepted entries will be retained for the To-kĕn Digital Gallery archives and may be reproduced and posted on
its website and in printed materials.

It is understood
that works in the exhibition may be used for telecast, and reproduced for press
and publicity purposes including but not limited to reproduction in newspapers,
periodicals, magazines, in television programs and on the internet in
connection with the exhibition and the To-kĕn Digital
Gallery. All efforts will
be made to provide information on the maker (photographer where necessary) and
the artist’s preferred social media/website.

Graduate Certificate
Program is a course of study, which offers participants a framework to refine
their studio practice skills, develops
the entrepreneurial knowledge to integrate their work into
our society and culture and to ground this with deep self-awareness. See
more at www.nbccd.ca

residency opportunity @ Tyler Deadline April 1st

by | Mar 25, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

The resident artist serves an important role as a mentor to both the
undergraduate and graduate programs, and compliments two full time
faculty, a full time ceramics technician, adjunct faulty, and 4-6 MFA
students. The resident artist is provided with a 150 square foot studio
space, materials, and kiln access and will be paid to teach 1-2 courses
each semester as an adjunct instructor. The ceramics studio is a
spacious, state-of-the-art facility and includes a full compliment of
ceramics tools and equipment. In addition, the program has a CNC mill
for creating plaster molds, a ceramic decal printer, vinyl cutter and
access to a laser cutter, 3d printer, 3d scanner, and a digital
embroidery machine. Additionally, Tyler is located in North
Philadelphia, less than a mile from Center City, home to numerous
cultural attractions including The Clay Studio, The Philadelphia Art
Alliance, Philadelphia Museum of Art, Fleisher Art Memorial, the
Institute of Contemporary Art, and The Pew Foundation, among many
others.

The ideal candidate will have a MFA, either in ceramics or with
significant experience in ceramics, a strong studio practice, and
excellent studio work (open to all types of work – functional,
figurative, sculptural, performance, installation, design, etc.).
Previous university teaching experience is preferred but not required,
and recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

For questions or inquiries, please contact Chad Curtis.


Temple University
Tyler School of Art

2001 North 13th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19122

http://tyler.temple.edu/resident-artist

call for entry: KC Clay Guild Teabowl National

by | Mar 25, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

 
May 6, 2016 entry deadline
Missouri, Kansas City “KC Clay Guild Teabowl National” (August 26-September 16)
US Residents at least 18 years of age.  Artists are allowed 3 teabowl
entries. Traditional and non-traditional teabowls, no more than 9 inches
in any direction.  
Fee: $30. 
Juror: Jack Troy. 

job posting: Langara College Studio Technician (Fine Arts)

by | Mar 24, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday

Permanent Full-Time

Start Date: April 1, 2016

Under general supervision, the Studio Technician provides studio
operational, program, and administrative support to the Fine Arts
Department. As a Technician, this position is responsible for preparing
and resourcing the studios which may include but not limited to:
ordering supplies, making supplies, stocking the studios, booking
models, or monitoring studio access and the use of certain equipment.
Additionally, this position provides program and administrative support
such as program promotion, student liaison, interdepartmental liaison,
and other related administrative activities that support the smooth
operation of department programs. The Technician supports multiple
instructors in various Fine Arts specialization (e.g. ceramics, drawing,
printmaking, etc.) and provides supervision to SWAPs and student aides.
Performs other related duties and or projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

  • Two year diploma in Fine Arts or equivalent, with a major in ceramics, printmaking or similar specialization.
  • Two years of directly related studio experience, including but not
    exclusive to, ceramics, printmaking, drawing, design, sculpture, or
    painting.
  • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • Practical working experience with a broad range of equipment,
    materials, and techniques related to contemporary ceramics and
    printmaking.
  • Administrative experience.
  • Previous supervisory experience an asset.
  • Knowledge of WHMIS and MSDS safety standards that are essential in
    handling dangerous goods: lacquer thinner, solvents, clay and glaze
    chemicals, etc.
  • Experience with the use of social media and networking to promote
    program, liaise with alumni, and raise the profile of the program.

Skills & Abilities

  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships:
    with superiors, faculty, staff, students and members of the public.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work.
  • Ability to instruct and demonstrate the use of different equipment to the students.
  • Ability to effectively supervise, direct and lead others. 
  • Ability to meet work performance standards set by the college.
  • Ability to understand, interpret and apply department rules, policies and technical materials.
  • Ability to exercise a high level of initiative and responsibility. 
  • Ability to use the computer and relevant office programs such as MS Office and an integrated student program (e.g. Banner).

Working Conditions:

  • Physical ability to perform the duties of the position such as
    lifting weights up to 25kg, loading kilns, and standing or sitting for a
    prolonged period of time.
  • Exposure to toxic materials such as solvents or particulates
  • Exposure to conditions of noise, heat, fumes and noxious odours.

Salary Range: $1,832.36 – $2,083.99 Bi-Weekly (Pay Grade 24)

Employee Group: CUPE

Hours & Days of Work: 8:30am – 4:30pm. Monday to
Friday, however, hours may vary according to the needs of the
department. This position is not subject to the compressed workweek
schedule.

Application Information: To apply, please submit
your resume and cover letter no later than 4:30pm of the closing date.
For a copy of the position description please click here.

Closing Date: March 29, 2016

Competition No.: C013-16

We thank you for your interest and advise that only those shortlisted
will be contacted. Langara is committed to enhancing our diverse
workforce.

http://langara.ca/about-langara/employment-opportunities/staff/studio-technician-fine-arts-c013-16.html