by Carole Epp | Jan 30, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
The Alberta College of Art + Design is one of only four publicly funded Canadian post-secondary institutions devoted exclusively to the advanced education of visual artists and designers. The college has recently entered into a vital new phase in its development and embraced a new mandate and vision that endorse a model of the institution as a laboratory for experimentation and as a catalyst for cultural development and creative inquiry into the arts and emergent cultural fields. The college welcomes applications for the upcoming 2010 – 2011 academic year for the position of: Visiting Artist/Instructor – Ceramics (Competition 0910-JA-FT-17)
Nine (9) month appointment – over two (2) semesters from August 23, 2010 to May 31, 2011 This position has been an integral part of the Ceramics program for over 20 years and is funded under the ACAD Rawlinson Visiting Faculty Program made possible by the generous donation of the Jill Rawlinson Fund. To complement existing instructional resources, the Visiting Artist in Ceramics will instruct a total of four (4), six (6) hour long studio courses at all levels of the undergraduate BFA in Ceramics program and will be expected to participate in Ceramics program activities and administrative workload. The Visiting Artist will receive remuneration (on a prorated –basis) in line with the salary of a full time instructor teaching a two course per semester load and will be provided with a generous studio space within the Ceramics facility. Firing and glaze materials will be provided. The Visiting Artist will be expected to maintain a personal research/studio practice during the time at ACAD and will be invited to mount a solo exhibition/presentation of her/his research/studio practice at the college in April 2011. Qualifications
The successful candidate will have: a significant professional exhibition record and recognition as a ceramist, an MFA or an equivalent degree or combination of education and professional experience in ceramics, substantial teaching experience at the post secondary level, excellent technical skills and a wide knowledge of all aspects of the discipline with a particular regard for the international ceramics profession. Applicants with a studio practice and teaching experience in the fields of sculpture and/or ceramics design are particularly sought for this academic year. Please submit applications by March 1, 2010 including: letter of application; the names/email/telephone contacts of three (3) referees; a current curriculum vitae; Two statements, one outlining teaching philosophy and practice and one regarding studio and research practice; twenty (20) images of recent studio work accompanied by a corresponding numbered list including titles, medium and size (all in C.D. format) to: Alberta College of Art + Design
1407 – 14th Avenue NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 4R3
Fax: 403.284.6236
E-mail: [email protected] Alberta College of Art + Design is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes expressions of interest from all qualified applicants for consideration for this or other suitable vacancies. While we thank all applicants in advance for their interest, please note that only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In situations with several qualified candidates, preference will normally be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
by Carole Epp | Jan 29, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
The American Craft Council is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the position of Executive Director.
The next Executive Director will have the unique opportunity to lead and sustain the American Craft Council through an exciting new phase of the Council’s history. With the relocation to Minneapolis, this chief executive will dynamically and strategically lead the future vitality, relevance, and impact of the Council.
As a nonprofit, membership-centric organization, the Executive Director is accountable to the Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees for the execution of the strategic plan and development and implementation of the programs, policies, and practices of the Council. Within that framework, the Executive Director is responsible for the management and development of approximately 15 employees and a budget of $6 million.
Specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for strategic direction, external relationships and fundraising, board and executive committee relations, membership growth and development, spokesperson and public relations, and administration.
This position is located in Minneapolis, MN (relocation from New York City to be completed by July 2010).
… Information: http://www.craftcouncil.org/
by Carole Epp | Jan 28, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
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28 January 2010 DESIGN FOR EVERYONE EXPRESSION OF INTEREST OPEN The Victorian Government’s State of Design Festival is a key element of the Design Victoria Strategy developed to increase the awareness of the value of design and showcase how design generates innovation, promotes sustainability and adds value to business and society. For 2010, Design for Everyone, the Festival’s public program, will explore and communicate the importance of design to a broad public audience. Participation in Design for Everyone is an opportunity for individuals, organisations and businesses to demonstrate how design is improving living conditions, creating sustainable development opportunities, increasing commercial advantages and generating new and innovative products and services. The 2010 State of Design Festival theme of ‘Change by Design’ promotes the value of design as a practical tool for the creation of sustainable communities and competitive industries. The theme is communicated via the Design for Everyone program to a broad business, design industry and general public audience. The Festival is seeking Design for Everyone content that showcases design and the Victorian design industry, and falls within the category of eco-design aimed at the general public. Past public events and exhibitions that respond to the 2010 theme include:
- Native furniture launch at Format Furniture
- Shelter Stories exhibition presented by Architecture without Frontiers
- My Patch, My Future-City: Children’s sustainable workshop presented by Artillery Interior Architecture
- Design of the Times: eco-design talk by Liane Rossler, Australian Centre for Contemporary Art
- Lightcycle: Sustainable Lighting Exhibition presented by Electrolight
- The Garbage Warrior: Michael Reynolds, eco-design talks in Melbourne and Bendigo
- 6 Star building tours with Bendigo Bank, Bendigo
The State of Design Festival is now seeking expressions of interest for public exhibitions, projects, installations, seminars, workshops and creative events to be included in the 2010 Design for Everyone program. Download the Expression of Interest PDF Design for Everyone FAQs Apply online
Deadline for application is Monday 15 February 2010. |
by Carole Epp | Jan 28, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
The Yellowhead Rotary Arts Festival features a variety of art displays, including a pottery show. They are looking for an experienced potter to spend a day in Hinton judging the entries and providing a demonstration. All travel costs will be covered in addition to payment for services. This is an excellent opportunity to share your expertise with a small community of enthusiastic potters! Please contact Lisa at [email protected] or 780-712-6313 if you are interested or would like more information. Date: April 17 or 24 (TBA soon).
by Carole Epp | Jan 27, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION: APRIL 26, 2010
Exhibition Dates: June 5 – July 17 (Discovery Gallery)
Artists Reception: TBA The Alberta Craft Council is organizing it’s 4th annual juried exhibition that is open to emerging fine craft artists who are in the first five years of their career or in the last year of their formal education. If you are creating contemporary fine craft (clay, glass, fibre, wood, furniture design, jewellery or metals) with fresh new designs submit:
- current CV
- artist statement
- bio
- 3 – 5 good quality images (digital – 4″x6″ 300dpi) of work presented for the exhibition
- Portrait image of artist in the studio or against a neutral background
- an image list that includes title, medium, technique, year made, size and photo credit
Note: All submissions must have been produced in the last two years.
Send your submission to the Alberta Craft Council 10186 – 106 Street, Edmonton AB T5J 1H4.
by Carole Epp | Jan 21, 2010 | call for entry, emerging artist, job posting, monday morning eye candy, movie day, residency opportunity, show us your influences, technical tuesday
PROPOSAL SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2010
Installation Deadline: September 1, 2011
Open to regional, national and international artists The City of Lethbridge is inviting artists to participate in a three stage public art competition. The winning submission will receive a commission to create and install a public art work on site at the Southern Alberta Art Gallery in conjunction with the grand re-opening of its newly renovated spaces.
For further information please contact Suzanne Lint at [email protected], Executive Director, Allied Arts Council of Lethbridge (AAC), 403.320.0555, www.artslethbridge.org.
