Call for artists: generation whY

exploring the voices of craft makers 35 & younger
This exhibition will reveal the distinctive voice of our current handmade culture by featuring craft artists of generation Y (born between 1976 – 2000).
Questions for reflecting on the theme:
• Why did you start making craft?
• What is the inspiration or origin of your work?
• Are you making a statement? (Feminism, environmentalism, anti-capitalism, etc.)
• What are the future goals of your craft?
This call is open to all current and former Alberta artists ages 35 and younger working in fine craft mediums. Fine craft mediums include clay, fibre, metal, glass, wood, stone & found objects.
** All pieces must be original in design – no kits or patterns **
Your submission should include:
• a brief statement answering some of the above questions
• artist bio, contact information & year of birth
• up to 10 good quality images (digital – 4”x6” 300dpi) of work to be in the exhibition
• an image list that includes title, medium, technique, year made, size & photo credit
Entry Deadline: Friday, May 13, 2011
Exhibition Dates: July 16 – Sept 24, 2011
Reception: Saturday, July 16, 2011, 2-4 pm
This submission can be sent via e-mail or mail.
E-mail: [email protected]
Mail: Alberta Craft Council, 10186 – 106 Street
Edmonton, AB T5J 1H4
Questions on this call?
Please contact Annette at (780) 488-6611 ext 221 or [email protected]
2011 Ceramics Annual of America, call for portfolio submission: Open to work primarily made of clay
The Ceramics Annual of America (CAA) is an exhibition mounted to spotlight the quality and diversity of the contemporary ceramics field. The CAA exhibition is presented by the California Ceramics Cooperative, a dedicated, grass roots organization formed by artists, educators and curators who share a desire to invest i the future of the ceramic field by honoring recent history and focusing attention on the work of contemporary artists. The Ceramics Annual of America Exhibition and Fair will take place at Fort Mason, Festival Hall San Francisco, California Exhibition Dates: October 7-9, 2011
Opening Reception: October 6, 2011, 5:30 – 9 pm Artists may submit their portfolio and resume for consideration in the 2011 Ceramics Annual Show: http://ceramicsannual.org/artist-inquiry Deadline: May 10th, 2011 Website: http://ceramicsannual.org/press-releasevia SJSU Art blog
2011 Workshops at the Bray

visit their website for more details and registration.
Upcoming NCECA deadlines
CALL FOR PROPOSALS and EXHIBITIONS: 2011 Regional Exhibition – UNCOMMON GROUND: IMPACT AND INFLUENCE.
A blended invitational and competitive ceramic exhibition for artists from the geographic region west of the Mississippi River. Deadline June 15, 2011.
2012 Program Proposals – ON THE EDGE Get involved with the NCECA program. Please propose a Lecture, Panel Discussion, Demonstration, Topical Discussion, or NCECA Connection for the 46th annual NCECA Conference in Seattle, Washington. Please be aware that this year our call for Topical Discussions and NCECA Connections is earlier than in past years. Deadline May 3, 2011.
2012 Invitational Exhibition – PUSH PLAY. The 2012 NCECA Invitational focuses on the importance of play as related to art and life. Deadline July 5, 2011.
Call for 2012 NSJE – 2012 NATIONAL STUDENT JURIED EXHIBITION
will open April 14, 2011.
Thomas Aitken and Kate Hyde – Free public lecture


Wednesday, March 9, at 7:00 pm
Room 245 North Building of ECUAD
1399 Johnston Street, Granville Island, Vancouver.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Thomas Aitken and Kate Hyde will discuss aspects of their individual and collaborative ceramics practice, the challenges of making one’s living as a studio potter, objects that have influenced them and meanings special objects have in their lives.
The lecture is free and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you there.
For more on Thomas and Kate’s work, please see the North-West Ceramics Foundation Speakers Series at http://www.nwcf.ca/lecture_series.html or Thomas Aitken’s website at http://www.thomasaitken.com
Mudlat Artist Residency Program
Artist Residency Program In 1998 Mudflat began offering a one year residency position to clay artists.
Residency includes:
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Residency requirements:
- Artists are expected to spend a minimum of 20 hours per week in their studio
- Artists are required to work 5 hours per week for Mudflat, assisting with technical jobs
- 2 public presentations during the residency. The first, in September, is a slide show of the artist’s work.
- Applicants should have knowledge of a variety of clay techniques and some kiln firing experience, the ability to work independently, and enthusiasm and willingness to be part of an urban clay community.
Application:
Applications for the 2011-12 residency must be postmarked by April 18, 2011. Selection notification will be made by May 28. Application form (PDF format)
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