International call for ceramic artists: 31st Concurs Internacional de Ceramica De L’Alcora 2011


The Town Council of L’Alcora, announces its call for entries for the 31st Concurs Internacional de Ceramica De L’Alcora 2011, organised by a Commission designated to that effect. All participants are entitled to present a maximum of two works of art created with ceramic materials, which must be original and unique. Entries created by non ceramic procedures, works of an industrial nature or those who have entered in another competitions will not be admitted. Works must not exceed 2 metres long in any of their dimensions. Entries not measuring 30 cm long or wide will not be accepted. Entries must be sent to the Secretaría del Concurso (Museo de Cerámica, C/ Teixidors, 5 – E12110 L’Alcora · Spain) before April 30th, 2010. All entries must include a properly completed application form, and the author or authors’ curriculum vitae. Registration will be able by e-mail [email protected], also attaching the curriculum vitae. A maximum of three images with neutral background (either printed or in jpg format -200 dpi minimum) must be attached to each work of art. The jury will be made up of renowned experts from the world of ceramics. Members will be made public once their final verdict has been announced. Finalist entries must be sent to the L’Alcora Ceramics Museum before May 8th, 2011. Those works who break this term will be excluded from the competition. Finalist entries will be exposed from June 24th until Sept. 11th, 2011. Deadline: March 23rd, 2011
Rules of the Competition (in English): bases_eng
For links and more information regarding the call and images of some interesting ceramic work on their blog: http://concursointernacional.blogspot.com/

A site 2 see friday – Artists Wanted

Artists Wanted : A Year In Review is an international, all-medium-encompassing open call for art. This is your moment to share your work with the world and have a chance at $10,000 in grants, international publicity and a feature exhibition in Scope Art Show during Armory Week in New York City. You did the hard part, making great work.
This is your call to be discovered.Your Deadline to Enter is Friday January 28, 2011 11:59pm EST
Mission:
Artists Wanted is a collaborative project between several New York City artists and creative organizations working to build new lasting opportunities for emerging talent. We have experienced first hand the difficulties in breaking into the professional art world and it is our mission to make this process more welcoming, dynamic and open-ended.
Find out more here.

Call for Submissions: Struck Gallery, Medicine Hat

Seeking contemporary, innovative fine art and craft…
Formerly Sandfly Gallery & Gifts, STRUCK GALLERY is a newly reworked venue which exhibits emerging and established visual artists from across western Canada. STRUCK GALLERY exhibits painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, fabric art, pottery, glassware and more. The gallery consists of a main exhibition space for featured artists and four boutique rooms displaying smaller bodies of work year round. The Struck Gallery accepts submissions from visual artists throughout the year.

Submit your proposal to STRUCK GALLERY, c/o Wendy Struck, 519 2nd Street SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1A 0C5.
Send a self addressed stamped envelope and a current resume or curriculum vitae including your exhibition history and maximum of one page proposal that includes a description of your art practise and the work proposed for exhibition/sale. Include 10 quality digital images on CD or send via email to [email protected].

Call or email Wendy for more information including consignment fee and other details. 403-488-0426.

Ceramics Monthly, Emerging Artists 2011, call for submissions

In May 2011, Ceramics Monthly will feature the works of emerging clay artists. Those actively pursuing a career in ceramics for less than ten years are eligible. To be considered, submit the following:
-Up to five professional-quality digital images (300 ppi resolution on a CD, plus a full-size color print of each image), with complete descriptions of works.
-Full contact information including email, artist’s statement and resume. Mail to: Emerging Artist, Ceramics Monthly, 600 N. Cleveland Avenue Suite 210, Westerville, Ohio, 43082 Do not submit materials in binders or folders. Emailed submissions and submissions of more than five images will not be considered. Submitted materials will not be returned. Due to the volume of entries, no phone calls please. Arrival Deadline: February 25th, 2011 Emerging Artist Contest
Submission Information (PDF)

REMINDER: The 9th International Ceramics Competition Mino, Japan: call for entries

There is no specified theme. Entries should not conform to traditional concepts and the works should show imagination and inspiration; work that will shape the future of ceramics. Entry Categories: 1. Ceramics Design, Factory Design entries for factory produced pieces with practical functionality. (Items mass produced mainly on the machinery of a factory assembly line). 2. Ceramics Design, Studio Design entries for studio produced pieces with practical functionality. (Items from individuals, mainly produced by hand in small quantities). 3. Ceramic Arts Entries for ceramic art works that incorporate unique creativity and techniques. Conditions of Entry: All entries must have been created within the last 3 years, and must not have been exhibited in other competitions. For complete entry information: http://pt-pt.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=156070307743972 Website with link to entry: https://www.icfmino.com/english/top.html Entry Deadline: January 10, 2011 81-572-22-4111 | www.icfmino.com | [email protected]