last week to apply for Red Lodge Long Term Artist in Residency!!!

by | Jan 28, 2019 | residency opportunity

Application Deadline: February 1st Annually – Apply Online

(September 1 – July 31) up to one additional year renewal.

About this Residency:
This Residency is ideal for committed individuals interested in pursuing the development of their professional artistic careers through an immersive experience as part of the Clay Center community. LTR’s are awarded on an initial one-year commitment with the option for a second year renewal. Individuals searching for the time, space, and resources needed to explore new ideas and create work will enjoy our friendly community and the rural mountainous setting. Accepted residents will be provided numerous financial and professional benefits including a monthly cash stipend, annual material & firing budget, 24/7 access to a private studio space, housing,  as well as exhibition and networking opportunities in exchange for 20 hours of work per week at the Clay Center. Responsibilities will include assisting in the retail operation of the gallery, teaching community clay classes, as well as cleaning and maintenance of the studio and gallery. Residents will be responsible for personal living expenses such as travel, groceries, personal vehicles, etc. Visit our Facilities page to learn more about the gallery, Resident Housing, and Fox Studio. Click here to see some of our former Long-Term Residents.

Eligibility:
We accept applications from emerging, to post-bacc, post-graduate, and artists with equivalent educations. RLCC requires that applicants be at least 18 years or older, have a valid US driver’s license, a reliable vehicle, and have the knowledge and experience to work independently in the studio. In addition, we ask all RLCC Residents to be part of our active and vital community; this includes interacting with Clay Center customers, Visiting Artists, Staff, and fellow residents with a professional and courteous demeanor. International applicants are welcome to apply, but must meet the above requirements as well as any necessary immigration visa requirements in accordance with current US laws. RLCC will provide a letter of sponsorship and limited logistical support, but International applicants will be responsible for securing the required Visa/work permit and any related costs incurred.

Housing & Studio:
All Long-Term residents will receive year-round housing (free of charge), fully furnished, which includes all utilities and off-street parking. LTR lodging is a large house, the “Salmon House”, with three individual apartments, two single-occupancy and one double-occupancy. Residents will be assigned to individual apartments or the top-floor shared apartment depending on availability and/or individual circumstances. Please keep in mind that there is a strict, “no pet” policy for all RLCC housing and studios. The “Fox Studio” is RLCC’s Resident and Staff studio facility which boasts a variety of kilns, equipment, and individual studio spaces. It is located 6 miles north of town making an individual vehicle necessary for each LTR. Each resident will receive a personal 10×12 (120  sq. ft.) studio space as well as access to the larger communal space.

Benefits & Opportunities:
$350.00/mo. stipend ($4,200 annually)
$1,200 annual Materials and Firing Budget per resident (residents may use these funds to purchase materials or pay for firing costs)
Private Studio Space (144 sq. ft.) + Large Communal Work Space, Fully Stocked & Equipped, 24/7 access
Housing – Private & Shared Apartments, Year-Round, Fully furnished, Utilities are Included (sorry, no pets)
Group Exhibition (at the end of residency term)
RLCC Gallery Representation (at the discretion of Gallery Coordinator)
Numerous Opportunities for Professional Development

For more information, feel free to contact our Education & Communications Coordinator; Sean O’Connell.
Phone: (406) 446-3993   Email: [email protected]

www.redlodgeclaycenter.com/residency-info/long-term-residency/

have you joined the make and do #cdnclaydirectory yet?

by | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized

I’m going to be presenting at NCECA this year and part of the images that will be on the screen behind me will be taken directly from the Make and Do #CDNclaydirectory So if you want a chance to show off your work at NCECA – Put it on the Directory!!!

Please and thank you!
And thank you for helping to share this link to other ceramic artists.


Je présenterai cette année à la NCECA et une partie des images qui figureront à l’écran derrière moi seront directement extraites du répertoire Make and Do #CDNclay Donc, si vous voulez avoir une chance de montrer votre travail au NCECA – Mettez-le sur le répertoire !!!

S’il te plaît et merci!

Et merci d’avoir aidé à partager ce lien avec d’autres artistes céramistes.

www.makeanddo.ca/cdn-clay-directory

call for entry: MWSU Clay Guild – Twin Cups: National Ceramics Exhibition 2019

by | Jan 8, 2019 | call for entry

The Missouri Western State University Clay Guild is sponsoring the National Ceramic Exhibition titled Twin Cups. The exhibition is open to all artists 18 years and older residing in the U.S.  Submitted artworks may be either functional or sculptural representations of a pair of cups, mugs, or drinking vessels, etc.  A $30.00 jury fee entitles each artist to submit a maximum of three entries (each entry consisting of a set of two).  Artworks must have been completed within the last two years.

 

Awards:
$500 – Best of Show
$200 – 1st Place
$100 – 2nd Place

Awards will be selected at the sole discretion of the juror.

Juror:  Veronica Watkins

Find all the details HERE.

job posting: Executive Director Taoxichuan JAEA International Art Center

by | Jan 2, 2019 | job posting

Taoxichuan JAEA International Art Center
Located at Jingdezhen, Jiangxi Province, PR China

Job opening: Executive Director
• Age 35-65 years old

Salary:
• Annual salary 250,000-300,000 RMB

Qualification:
Good health, team spirit, oversea working experience related to art in education, organization activities. Mastering English and Chinese is essential. Additional languages are an asset, requires excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefit:
• No less than 30 days ANNUAL LEAVE, and ONE ROUND TRIP TICKET for reimbursement;
• Accommodation and Meals are provided.

Duties:
1. Responsible for the operation, management and daily international exchange activities of Jingdezhen Taoxichuan JAEA International Art Center, Jingdezhen International Studio and Taoxichuan Education Center.

2. Responsible for the annual invitation of the studio guest artists, the implementation of the resident’s creation plan, the duration of the artist’s solo exhibition, group and joint exhibition, and the sales of works.

3. Responsible for international cultural and educational projects, promote exchanges and cooperation between international art center and institutions and meet the expected goals of Taoxichuan.

4. Managing International Projects assigned by the Artistic Director

5. Advising the art gallery, museum and the economic development of Taoxichuan.

Require information for the application:

1. Cover letter
2. Contact information: mobile, mailing address, email address
3. Resume
4. Name of reference
5. Photos
6. ID

Please send the required information to the following
Contact person:
Name:Linn
Email:[email protected]
Address:Taoxichuan Ceramic Art Avenue
Phone number: 18979808895

Applications will be reviewed immediately until the position is filled.

Find more info HERE.