by Carole Epp | Jun 13, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
Growing up in the suburbs, I saw the effects of the sprawling suburban landscape; I observed a shift from open and natural spaces to engineered environments. Land, which I once knew as forest, a place for retreat from the fenced in backyard was transformed into subdivisions, parking lots, and infrastructure. This observation raises the question: How has the perception our natural world shifted? I marvel at the beauty of the natural landscape and feel compelled share my viewpoint on issues regarding overdevelopment through my ceramics and mixed media sculptures. In using these materials there is duality in the origins of the material and content, and through them I build artificial versions of already artificial landscape.
With the end of WWII, 1950’s suburban dreams littered the surface of American communities in the form of small, quaint, and well-made houses. Ensuing generations expanded upon the aura of the “American Dream” on a much larger scale. Rapidly the market desired newer and bigger, creating an unstable infrastructure and housing with ephemeral qualities. This development deplete farmland and forests vital to the both natural world and human existence.
Along with these expanding communities, it has become necessary to carve out additional highways for transportation. The stretch of winding access roads and ramps connect suburbs with metropolitan hubs. At the same time creating divisions, effectively carving up the parts of daily life into drive-only destinations: work, home, school, shopping. These highways with their advertisements lure residents to the next current consumerist American lifestyle. A balancing act is created within an already delicate system of nature, causing the network to degrade and expose the complex issues of the substructure.
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by Carole Epp | Jun 9, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
The ICS Artist-in-residence program allows artists to work in the context of a different country and culture.
The Artist in Residence Programme provides artists with the
space to create new works, experiment with innovative ideas and
research new and different ways of making. Artists are encouraged to
explore all our facilities to open up new possibilities and directions
for the contemporary ceramicist. The program is open to all artists who
wish to work independently on their own projects. Artists may use the
residency to accomplish a specific project or to work in a creative and
supportive atmosphere alongside other international ceramic artists.
The International Ceramics Studio provides ceramic artists
and potters with opportunities to experiment and explore new directions
in their work. Resident artists are able to exchange ideas and
experiences through presentations and informal discussion. The luxury of
time and the studio environment allows for intense periods of
creativity free from the distractions of everyday pressures. Art and
life become one – in perfect balance.
On average the are up to ten artists in residence at the
ICS at any one time. There are plenty of opportunities to interact with
the other artists but enough space to be quiet and reflective.
We have created, here in Kecskemét, a centre of
international cultural exchange, allowing artists to work alongside
others from a variety of rich and culturally diverse backgrounds as well
as local arts professionals and students.This program is managed on a
not-for-profit basis by the International Ceramics Studio. Participants
are expected to cover the costs of accommodation and studio whilst we
provide all the necessary support to make your time here fruitful and
enjoyable. Excellent facilities, equipment and studio spaces are
available The ICS arranges and annual program of themed symposiums,
seminars, lectures and workshops. Applicants may want to consider the
thematic programs that interest them, when scheduling their residency.
Meals are the responsibility of the artists, either
individually or communally in our fully equipped kitchens and dining
rooms. Many residents take turns to cook traditional meals of their
country for the other residents. There are many shops, supermarkets and a
wonderful daily farmers market all within 15 minutes walking distance.
WINTER RESIDENCIES 2016 – 2017
We are offering 12 special winter residencies
at REDUCED PRICES for artists wishing to come at a quieter time. These
residencies are for six week periods – 6 places from 1st November – 12th
December, 2016 and 6 places from 16th January – 28th February, 2017.
Deadlines for applications for these residencies ONLY are
31st August 2016
For more information and application forms please email Steve at [email protected].
Making an application for the Artist in Residence Programme
There is no application deadline and applications will be
considered throughout the year. We require slides, photographs or
digital images on cd or by email, accompanyied by a current CV (Resumé)
and biography. A brief outline of your intended work during your
residency would be helpful for us to consider your application. Please
give us an indication of your preferred dates for your residency.
If you are interested in making an application please email [email protected] for further information and an application form.
http://www.icshu.org/
by Carole Epp | Jun 9, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
The UNF
Cermics Guild is pleased to host The UNF International Ceramics
Exhibition.
This show will highlight ceramic excellence, according to juror McKenzie
Smith. Participation is open to all artists 18 years of age or
older. Work submitted must be original, must use
clay as the primary material, and must have been completed within the
last 3
years.
Awards:
Purchase
Award
Best of
Show
Honorable
Mentions
Calendar:
Application Deadline: Wednesday, July 20th, 2016 by Midnight Pacific Time
Exhibition Dates: September 1, 2016 – October 14, 2016
Email Notification Begins: July 27th, 2016
Accepted Works Due: August 19th, 2016
Juror:
McKenzie
Smith is a potter working in Florida. McKenzie worked as a Core Student
at the Penland School of Crafts. He received his BFA from the
University of South Florida and his MFA from the University of Florida.
Residencies include the Archie Bray Foundation, Banff Center For The
Arts, Baltimore Clayworks, and the University of Miami. Smith has
exhibited widely and taught numerous workshops.
Gallery:
UNF Gallery of Art
Founders Hall
Building 2 • Room 1001
1
UNF Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32224
http://unfceramics.webs.com/
by Carole Epp | Jun 9, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
This international event is scheduled for September 1 – October 2 in
the historic City of Auburn located in the California, Sierra Nevada
foothills, heart of Gold Country.
This juried clay show celebrates visionary artists from around the
world with only 100 entries allowed in the Exposition. Online
applications will be accepted beginning April 1, 2016.
More than $25,000 in cash prizes and awards will be offered to the winning entries. The Exposition will be judged by Susannah Israel, the only American to win the New Zealand Fletcher Challenge.
This Exposition is held in conjunction with a Throw-a-Thon, exciting
workshops and a Street Fair (organized by General Gomez Gallery and the
ClayArts Studio). The exposition features a grand finale Beer &
Brats Fete, complete with local beer, food, music and commemorative beer
stein.
The North American Clay Challenge is offering $25,000
in cash prize money and purchase awards. 2016 is our inaugural year,
the not so modest beginnings of many more years to come for the North American Clay Challenge.
We started with an idea for a two-day clay throw-a-thon, and soon our
enthusiasm heightened and our ideas propagated more ideas, and the North American Clay Challenge was born.
One goal early on, was to join the ranks of Auburn’s many prestigious
events. In keeping with the true “Auburn, Endurance Capital of the
World” spirit, we soon realized that what was needed was not simply a
single clay event, but a month long, pull out all the stops,
International Clay Challenge!
With the expertise of clay artists Larry Ortiz and Ray Gonzales, we
soon had internationally known artist Susannah Israel on board as juror
for the show. The Clay Challenge exhibit will be located in the General Gomez Arts building at 808 Lincoln Way in Auburn, California, USA.
The exposition includes challenges in the following four categories:
Figure Sculpture, Sculpture, Functional (Thrown), and Tile/Wall Hanging.
September begins with an exclusive invitational VIP reception, followed
workshops, the clay throw-a-thon, the General reception along with a
street fair with demonstrations, live music, and vendors.
October 1st wraps up the month with a Beer and Brats festival.
TAKE THE CHALLENGE!
www.northamericanclaychallenge.com/entry_page/
by Carole Epp | Jun 8, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
Figurative ceramist – Dan Les from Matei Plesa on Vimeo.
“Seeing Dan in his workshop, working, one can only
imagine all the stories and legends that have been told in this place,
and how he is singing romanian traditional songs so the newly made
pottery would get the traditional spirit. It’s a mythical, magical place
that everyone should visit once in their life time.”
This short documentary is part of a personal project called “Fascination of the Craft”.
You can see more documentaries here: fascinatiamestesugului.com
by Carole Epp | Jun 8, 2016 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, technical tuesday
SNOWMASS VILLAGE, Colorado — Anderson Ranch Arts Center
The Studio Coordinator supports the Artistic Directors in the vision,
operation, maintenance and technical aspects of the program, studio,
facilities and equipment. The Studio Coordinator is responsible for
overseeing and performing the day-to-day operations of the studio
programs: maintaining supplies, general upkeep and maintenance of their
specific studio facilities, including technical and educational
assistance to residents, visiting artists, summer faculty and students.
In addition, the Studio Coordinator supports the Artistic Directors with
administrative duties in all programs for which the Artistic Director
is responsible. All Studio Coordinators are expected to collaborate and
work together as a team with all ranch staff. Studio Coordinator
positions are year-round, full-time positions, usually 40 hours per week
from October through mid-May and 60-plus hours per week from mid May
through September.
Position starts: September 5, 2016
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day maintenance of the studio building and
facilities, such as cleaning, changing lights, trash removal, heating,
plumbing and mechanical needs.
- In collaboration with the Artistic Director, order, design and
install major and minor equipment, oversee the safety of studio
facilities including first aid supplies, maintain fire alarm systems
with regular walk-throughs and inspections.
- Assist with summer and non-summer workshops, work with Artistic
Director to manage supply lists, order all supplies, work with faculty
regarding workshop curriculum and help to coordinate 20 to 30 workshops
per year. During summer, the Studio Coordinator trains and supervises 3
to 4 interns within their department, and provides assistance to the
faculty and students. Studios are cleaned and readied each week for new
workshops.
- Promote and market summer and non-summer workshops.
- Teach at least two weeks of workshops per year.
- Support the Artists-in-Residence Program, Visiting Artists, Gallery,
Summer Programs, Development and Administration departments at the
Ranch.
- Train and supervise interns consistent with Ranch policies.
- Participate in all staff, art team and departmental meetings.
- Provide technical support and assistance to residents and visiting artists.
- Support Ranch outreach activities through studio tours, short talks,
demos, etc. Participate in the educational component of community-based
projects.
- Support staff and board to cultivate positive relationships with
volunteers, to include donor cultivation and board/staff committees.
- Support publications by providing descriptive materials about Ranch
programs to Marketing staff for the newsletter, workshop catalog,
website, blogs, PR images, etc.
- Encourage and maintain sponsorship arrangements and cultivate giving
opportunities among students, donors, faculty and visiting artists.
- Participate in Anderson Ranch special events.
- Support the Artistic Director in the production of his/her artwork and research.
- Be a leader, be a team player and a contributor. Embrace leadership with a positive and flexible attitude.
Candidate Qualifications/Skills:
- Demonstrated organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Effective people skills are crucial.
- Desire and interest in working with an alternative non-profit arts educational organization.
- A broad appreciation and understanding of the ceramics arts.
- A strong understanding of ceramic processes and technologies;
including all aspects of kiln firings, repairs and maintenance.
Knowledge of gas, wood and electric kilns as well oxidation and
reduction firings. Electric computer kiln understanding and knowledge.
- A thorough knowledge of plaster, glaze and clay body chemistry and applications.
- Experience in running and operating a ceramics studio department.
Ability to manage a team of interns for summer workshops and winter
residency programs.
- Have effective experience in ceramic workshop experience and problem
solving. Faculty, student and artist in resident experience desirable.
- Basic knowledge and experience of clay forming techniques; throwing,
hand building and slip casting using the wheel, slab rollers,
extruders, etc.
- Computer skills; word processing, Photoshop basics, digital camera
skills, scanning and printing. Some knowledge of basic 3D modeling
programs such as Rhino and CAD software would be helpful.
- Be a quick learner.
- BFA or MFA desirable, but not necessary.
- A love and passion for the ceramic arts.
Salary and Benefits
Anderson Ranch Arts Center offers an excellent and competitive
benefits and compensation package. This position provides salary,
housing, vacation, health insurance and other benefits.
Application Instructions
Please submit a letter of interest, resume, 10 images and the names
of 3 references to [email protected]. Include in subject line:
Studio Coordinator of Ceramics Application. No phone calls please.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the ideal candidate is selected.
Application Deadline: July 1, 2016
To Note
This job summary is not to be interpreted to be all-inclusive. It is
intended to identify the essential functions and qualifications of the
job. The applicant may be required to perform job-related
responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job
description. Certain functions not explicitly stated above are
nevertheless understood to be essential to this position. Anderson Ranch
is an equal opportunity employer.
