call for artists: “Crawling – The Amusing Skin” Faenza 2016

The Cultural Association Passepartout Faenza announces the first edition of the “Ceramic&Colours
Award”, a ceramic competition with the aim of promoting and enhancing
the research in the field of vitreous ceramic coatings for the finishing
of ceramic objects.

For 2016 edition the “Crawling” effect has been selected:

Prizes:

•I° place – “Ceramic&Colours Award” 2016 winner –
Gift voucher to be spent at Ceramic & Colours, value of 2500 €
•“Franco Santi” Award
Gift voucher to be spent at Ceramic & Colours, value of 1000 €
•nr. 3 Special Mentions
Gift voucher for the participation to one of the courses organized by the Cultural Association Passepartout Faenza

Download the Regulations (pdf)

Download the Application Form (pdf)

Download the Summary Regulations (pdf)

Info:
E-mail: [email protected]
phone: + 39 0546 46936
http://www.corsi-passepartout.it/contest/

call for entry: The Clay Studio National

2016
marks the second iteration of The Clay Studio National, a biannual
exhibition showcasing the best contemporary ceramic art being made in
the United States now. Through this juried exhibition we will highlight a
diverse range of work, from functional to sculptural, and from
traditional production techniques to cutting edge manufacturing
technology.

The jury will consist of Clay Studio Curator of Artistic Programs,
Jennifer Zwilling, and two guest jurors. The Clay Studio National will
be on display in our Harrison and Reed+Smith Galleries from May 6 to
June 19, 2016.

Applications are due no later than April 1, 2016. Artists will be
informed of the jury’s decisions on April 6, 2016. Artwork selected for
the exhibition must arrive at The Clay Studio no later than April 25,
2016.

All artwork must be for sale, The Clay Studio retains a 50%
commission on all sales. Costs of shipping to The Clay Studio are the
responsibility of the artist, return shipping to the origin of the work
will be covered by The Clay Studio.

Enter online here. 

Call for Entry: NCC Members Exhibition

In the summer of 2015, NCC will turn its exhibition spotlight on our incredibly talented
members —comprised of students, educators, professional artists, and novices. We
invite you to view the array of talent of our member-artists! 

May 8–June 28

Gallery M
Opening Reception: Friday, May 15, 6 pm–8 pm 
Application deadline: Friday February 2015 pm
 

Application guidelines

  • You must be a member of NCC to apply to this exhibition.

  • The online application deadline is Friday, February 20, by 5 pm.

  • If accepted, work must arrive at NCC no later than April 21.

  • There is no application fee.

  • The member-artist is responsible for all shipping/transportation to and from NCC.

  • All applications must be submitted online.

  • Late, incomplete, and hard copy applications will not be accepted.

  • More information on how to apply is available online on the Northern Clay Center’s

    Exhibitions webpage: http://www.northernclaycenter.org/apply/ncc-members-exhibition-application

    Interested in becoming a member? Not sure about your membership status? Want to
    ensure your membership doesn’t lapse? Check out the levels of membership online,
    beginning at $35/year, or email us at [email protected] and we’ll assist
    you. Members receive discounts on classes and workshops and 10% off qualifying
    purchases in the gallery and online shop.

    Due to the high number of NCC members, this exhibition opportunity will be juried.
    Members may submit up to three pieces that were executed during the past two years,
    with a maximum of one piece being selected. All submitted work must be available
    at the time of the exhibition. Work that is not the same as the piece accepted will be
    disqualified. We would prefer to include pieces that have not been previously exhibited
    at the Clay Center. Due to space constraints, and a desire to include as many members
    as space allows, we must limit the size of any individual piece to 36” x 36” x 36”. 

    www.northernclaycenter.org

     

Due November 1st 2014

Hamilton Artists Inc. is currently accepting applications for both
its James and Cannon Galleries as well as its Cannon Project Wall space.

The Cannon Gallery is a juried exhibition space, accepting local,
national and international applications and paying full CARFAC fees. The
Cannon Project Wall is an outdoor exhibition platform measuring 8′ x
36′. Artists may also choose to apply to the James Gallery which is
primarily a members exhibition space. There are four specific calls for
the James Gallery listed below. Please refer to the descriptions of the
Galleries to decide which is more appropriate for your needs/ practice.

CLICK HERE to download a floor-plan of Hamilton Artists Inc.’s exhibition spaces.
A 3D sketchup model of the gallery can be accessed HERE

Full details here.

call for entry: Monumental Ideas/Intimate Scale: A National Juried Exhibition

Eligibility
Open to all artists 18 years or older presently residing in the United States and territories.

Juror
Benjie Heu, Professor of Ceramics, Southeast Missouri State University
Benjie Heu has a M.F.A degree in ceramics from Ohio University (1998) and a bachelor of fine arts degree from the University of Montevallo (1994) with an emphasis in ceramics, sculpture and printmaking. In between degrees, he studied ceramics at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth (1995). Benjie maintains an active exhibition record of solo, group, juried, and invitational exhibitions.

Awards
Cash awards will be given for Merit Award and Best of Show.
Awards will be announced at the Opening Reception on Friday, February 6, 2015 from 5 – 7 pm. Sales and Commissions Southeast Missouri State University refers interested buyers directly to the artist. The University does not take any commission on sales of artwork.

Specifications
All 2D and 3D media are eligible. Entries must be original art completed in the last three years (2012 – 14).
Maximum size of the artwork is 9”x9”x9”, including frame or case.
Two – dimensional works must be framed and wired for installation.
Three – dimensional wall pieces must include hanging hardware.
Please note that the gallery walls are drywall on metal studs – there is no plywood backing.

The Juror reserves the right to disqualify any work not suitably presented or that varies from the submitted image.

Exhibition Calendar
Nov. 21, 2014 Deadline for Entries to be submitted
Dec. 8 – 12 , 2014 Notifications of Acceptance emailed
Jan. 20 – 27, 2015 Artworks received at the River Campus Art Gallery
Feb. 6, 2015 Opening Reception, 5 – 7 pm
Feb. 2 – 26, 2015 Exhibition dates
Feb. 27 – March 7, 2015 Return of artwork

Shipment and Delivery
Shipping artwork to and from the exhibit is the financial responsibility of the artist. All artwork must arrive in packaging suitable for return shipping with a prepaid shipping label with UPS or FedEx included. Artists are responsible for their own insurance during to and from shipping. Shipping cartons must be reusable and within shipping guidelines. Please use professional grade boxes. No packing peanuts allowed. Late or damaged work will not be exhibited. Hand deliveries would be accepted January 26 – 29, with prior arrangements made with the Gallery Coordinator at [email protected]. Works must be labeled with artist’s name, title of work, media, and price on the back or bottom of artwork.

Liability
Receipt of your submission constitutes your agreement with all conditions established in this prospectus. Although the utmost care will be taken in handling the artwork and there is always a Gallery Attendant on duty while the gallery is open to the public, Southeast Missouri State University will not be responsible for damage or loss. We recommend that you carry your own insurance. Consent to reproduce works photographically, for publicity purposes, is assumed to be granted.

Image Files
Up to three Image Files will be submitted via the website as listed below in Entry Procedure. Each image file should not exceed 1.5 MB. Please label each image file with the title of artwork (e.g., TitleofArtwork.jpg).

Entry Fee
The non – refundable entry fee is $20 for up to three works of art. Payment should be made by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover) via the website listed below in Entry Procedure.

Entry Procedure
Please go to the following website to enter. Be prepared to submit the following:

1. Personal Contact Information (name, address, email, phone)

2. Up to Three Image Files (jpg files not to exceed 1.5 MB each)

3. Image Information for each image (Title, Media, Size, Year, Price/NFS)

4. Entry Fee Payment ($20 via credit card)

http://app.semo.edu/sfs/pymt/monumentalideas/

Notification of accepted work will be sent via email.

Contact
Any questions or concerns may be directed to the Gallery Coordinator at [email protected].