by Carole Epp | Nov 22, 2008 | Uncategorized
Assistant Professor: Division of Craft (Ceramics)
COMPETITION NO. F104.08
Subject to budgetary and final approval by the Board of Governors, this is an initial three-year appointment, renewable for continuing appointment.
REVIEWS BEGIN December 15, 2008
APPOINTMENT BEGINS July 1, 2009
Qualified applicants must have an MFA, MA or PhD and an established or rapidly developing exhibition record. Post-secondary teaching and/or relevant professional experience is required.
It is expected that the candidate will teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses to include a wide range of ceramic methodologies, skills and concepts. The preferred candidate will demonstrate a commitment to pedagogical and program development.
Knowledge of contemporary and historical discourses in ceramics and the visual arts is essential. Interest in one or more of these areas: ceramic materials, rapid prototyping and/or mold-making, theory and critical writing would be an advantage.
Service to the University and leadership in research and curricular initiatives is expected.
As NSCAD establishes a research agenda in innovation and technology, the University is seeking a candidate who will utilize the new Ceramics facility to develop unique collaborations and experimental directions for the medium of clay.
Applicants should include a current curriculum vitae, a maximum of 20 digital images of professional work, (on a single CD-ROM or DVD-ROM) and the names and contact information for three references. The University will seek permission from the applicant before contacting the referees. A statement of teaching philosophy, an artist statement and other relevant support documentation would be an asset. Please quote competition number F104.08 in your application.
DIRECT APPLICATIONS TO:
Dr. Kenn Gardner Honeychurch
Senior Vice President
Office of Academic Affairs and Research
NSCAD University
5163 Duke Street, Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3J 3J6 Fax: 902 425 4664
by Carole Epp | Nov 17, 2008 | Uncategorized
A new gallery showing my work (thanks to the lovely and talented Emilka!)
Check out their website for more info.
by Carole Epp | Nov 17, 2008 | Uncategorized
Read it here…
by Carole Epp | Nov 10, 2008 | Uncategorized
Longwood University Art Department website: http://www.longwood.edu/art
official post: http://www.longwood.edu/HR/EMSvacancies.htm
Longwood University’s Art Department is seeking an Assistant Professor of Ceramics, starting in August, 2009. This position requires an MFA degree, with college-level teaching experience and a regional/national exhibition record preferred. Successful candidates must demonstrate a broad knowledge of ceramic techniques, including: wheel & hand-building, mold-making, surface decoration, glaze calculation, kiln construction/maintenance, and a knowledge of both contemporary art and historical issues of craft. Familiarity with electric & gas kiln firing, with knowledge of salt, soda, and wood firing. Teaching responsibilities will include all ceramics levels and some two & three-dimensional design courses.
Tenure-track faculty members at Longwood are required to maintain effective teaching, an active exhibition record, and university and departmental service, including student advising and committee assignments. 4/4 teaching, with additional independent-study projects for advanced students.
Review of completed applications will begin on December 8, 2008 and continue until position is filled. A satisfactory criminal background check is required. Please send letter of application, cv, teaching philosophy, 20 slides or digital images of creative work, 20 slides or digital images of student work, and contact information for three current references. Other supporting materials may include exhibition reviews or other written material. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope for return of materials, and send entire packet to:
Randy Edmonson, Ceramics Search Committee Chair,
Longwood University,
Department of Art,
201 High Street,
Farmville, VA 23909.
Completion of a 30 million dollar addition to Longwood’s Art Department will be complete in 2011. The department has 180 majors and 60 minors with nine full-time faculty. For more information about the department, refer to: www.longwood.edu/art. An AA/EOE institution, Longwood University encourages women and minorities to apply.
by Carole Epp | Nov 10, 2008 | Uncategorized
Every once in a while you run across work that just gives you goosebumps, it hits you somewhere internally in all the right ways and changes how you see things. Kate MacDowell’s work was just that for me recently so I wanted to share it with you. I’ve long dealt with environmental/socio-political topics in my own work, but when I came across Kate’s work via ARTAXIS I realized I had found someone who deals with such subject matter in the most beautifully poetic way and that that methodology was in fact extremely successful in portraying the importance of the subject matter.
I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Please check out her website for more info, images and contact details.
by Carole Epp | Nov 10, 2008 | Uncategorized
September 18 – October 1
The Canadian Crafts Federation, provincial craft councils and partner organizations proudly present a unique 14 day cultural tour of South Korea. With a focus on fine craft and cultural traditions, this tour is a once in a lifetime experience. Travel with fellow Canadians interested in craft and cultural practices, network with artists, academics, and gallery owners, and connect to the many cultural organizations in Korea.
A special tour highlight includes a visit to the Cheongju International Craft Biennale, the largest fine craft event of its kind with work from over 40 nations. Canada is the featured guest country for 2009, showcasing contemporary Canadian fine craft. Part of the proceeds raised by the tour will support Canadian participation in the Biennale.
Highlights of Tour
8 days in Seoul
3 days in Cheongju
1 day in Icheon
Note: 2 days of travel to/from Korea
Cheongju International Craft Biennale, Opening Ceremonies & Canadian Festivities, Changdeokgung Palace, National Folk Museum, Mt. Namsan Seoul Tower, Han River Cruise, Korean Craft Council, Street Markets and shopping, Yongmunsa Temple, Icheon Ceramic Village, Korean Craft Museum, Early Printing Museum, Bukchon Hanok Village walking tour, Contemporary Studio Visits, Suwon Hwaseong Fortress, Traditional and Modern Korean Cuisine etc.
Optional post-tour extensions include a traditional hanok experience in Korea, or travel to Japan, Thailand, Singapore, or China.
Cost per person based on double occupancy includes air travel, hotel, select meals and taxes: $3,907 from Vancouver; $4,087 from Calgary/Edmonton; $4,325 from Toronto and $4,415 from Halifax. (*Excludes tips and other personal spending. Other departure points available upon request.)
$100 early bird discount
Early Bird booking deadline : Dec. 31, 2008
For more information, visit www.canadiancraftsfederation.ca
or contact [email protected] or (506) 444-3315.
For Booking/Reservations : contact Joyce Lui at Mimi Holidays Inc. at 604.232.4080 or 1.866.918.4080 or email [email protected]. Tour details see www.mimiholidays.com/packages/CICB_2009.pdf.
