Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Call for Entries: Youth Wildlife Art Contest

Information below is also available on the 2010 George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest homepage

Entry Deadline: November 1, 2010

The National Rifle Association is now accepting entries for its 2010 George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest. The contest is open to students in grades 1 through 12 (including home-schooled children). NRA membership is not required. 


Winners in each grade category will receive 750. Second-place finishers will receive $500, and the third-place award will be $250. A prize of $1000 will also be awarded for Best In Show.
Entries may be submitted in one of four categories, based on school grade. Category I includes grades 1 through 3. Category II is for grades 4 through 6. Category III covers grades 7 through 9, and Category IV includes grades 10 through 12. Entries may portray any North American game bird or animal that may be legally hunted or trapped. Endangered species and non-game animals, such as eagles and snakes, are not eligible subjects. Call 703-267-1531 or email artcontest@nrahq.org if you need to confirm whether a certain animal or bird is eligible, or see this list of North American game animals and birds.

Contestants are limited to one entry each. Entries may be in a medium of the artist's choice (oil, water color, pastels, pencil, pen and ink, charcoal, etc.). Submissions should be on good quality bond or drawing paper, or illustration board. Preferred sizes for the image are 8½"x11" or 11"x14"; matting is optional. Entries should not be framed. Composition must be original. Photographs may be used for reference, but artwork determined to have been traced or copied from an existing photograph or work of art will be disqualified.

Entries must arrive at NRA by November 1, 2010, and must be accompanied by an entry form or brief statement signed by the student’s parent, guardian, or teacher attesting to the originality of the work and verifying the artist’s grade level as of November 1, 2010. In addition, the artist’s name, age, home address, phone number, and grade must be printed on the back of the entry or on a note attached to the back of the entry. Entries will be judged on effort, creativity, anatomical accuracy, and composition.

Send entries to: George Montgomery/NRA Youth Wildlife Art Contest, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030. Entries will be returned only if accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. NRA assumes no responsibility for lost or damaged artwork, and reserves all rights to reproduce entries. The immediate families of NRA staff members are not eligible to enter.

Questions may be directed to 703-267-1531 or artcontest@nrahq.org.

See the NRA Blog for news about the Youth Wildlife Art Contest.

Call for Entries: Cincinnati Art Club 42nd Viewpoint 2010

a National Juried Art Competition from the Cincinnati Art Club



Dates: November 5-21, 2010
Entry Deadline: Postmarked by August 31, 2010
Entry Fees: $35 for first JPG, plus $20 for second ($55) and $10 for third ($65) (Non-refundable)


Eligibility: 
Open to all artists 18 years of age and above. A top award winner from 2008 and 2009 (1st, 2nd or 3rd Place or Eisele Gallery) is ineligible to win one of these awards in 2010. Entrants are eligible for one award only. Only totally original work conceived and executed by entrant after January 1, 2008 may be submitted. Artwork requiring glazing should use Plexiglas or other plastic glazing. Artwork using standard glass will not be admitted. Gallery wrapped canvas finished and/or painted on all sides is acceptable. Framed dimensions shall not exceed a size of 60" x 40". Each exhibit must be suitably framed and ready for hanging with strong screw eyes or mirror hanger and wire. Free standing sculpture must not exceed 36"x 36" x 60" and must be stable or attached to a stable base. Wall sculpture must adhere to the same dimensions and framing ass paintings and is limited to a depth of 6".

Excluded Media: photography, crafts, fiber, computer generated art, painting on photos and jewelry
Exclusions: Artwork that is different than the accepted JPG will not be admitted into the show

All artwork must be for sale. A 30% commission is payable to the Cincinnati Art club from each sale. P.O.R. not acceptable. 

Entry form, mailing information and all prospectus information is available here in the online brochure 

Questions? Please contact Deb Ward at dwardart2@yahoo.com or 812-637-3090 


Call for Entries: UIndy Campus Sculpture Walk Competition

Fifth Third Bank and the University of Indianapolis Department of Art and Design announce its 2010-2012 Campus Sculpture Walk Competition. This open competition will place three-dimensional art on the University of Indianapolis Campus. Sculptures will be purchased or leased. Maximum awards are for a two-year lease of up to $2,000. Purchase prices will be negotiated.

Dates: October 1, 2010-August 29, 2012
Entry Deadline: July 18, 2010
Entry Fee: Free



Submissions of previously completed and ready-to-install sculptures will be accepted beginning June 1, 2010 through the close of business (4:30 p.m.) on July 18, 2010. Submissions will be reviewed in July and selected artists will be notified by mid-August. Installation of selected works will be completed by September 24, 2010.


Juror: University of Indianapolis Department of Art and Design faculty

Eligibility and Specifications: 
Artists over the age of 18 with appropriate work are encouraged to enter. All works entered must have been completed within the last 3 years and not previously exhibited at the University of Indianapolis. Artists are encouraged to submit up to 5 images (two views of each) of their work along with a resume and biographical information. All work submitted must be of sound design, sturdy construction, and durable material suitable for outdoor public display. The work cannot require any external support and must be able to be bolted to a concrete pad for installation. Unstable or poorly constructed work will not be accepted.

Entry Procedure:
1. Artists may enter up to five (5) works for consideration
2. Submit entries as 8x10 inch printed images or jpg files on CD-ROM
3. Submit two (2) views of each entry
4. Label each image with the artist's name, title of work, medium, and dimensions
5. Please include insurance value on the entry form
6. With the completed entry form, submit biographical information and a brief statement about each work.
7. Mail all written materials and images to*: 
Department of Art and Design
University of Indianapolis
1400 East Hanna Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46227
*Please include a stamped, self-addressed envelope for return of images. Entries must be received by July, 18

For entry forms and more information: call 317-788-3253 or email frieskj@uindy.edu

To see the 2008-2010 Campus Sculpture Walk Competition images and information (also in PDF form) click here 

Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Call for Entries: Aqueous USA 2010 33rd Annual National Show


P.O. Box 7125
Louisville, KY 40257-0125

Dates: October 5-30, 2010
Entry Deadline: Postmarked by June 28
Entry Fees: KWS Members: $30 ($40 for non-members) for the first entry plus $5 for the second
*Entry Fees are non-refundable and must be sent with entry card, slides/CD, and #10 SASE, 44 cents postage

Past awards have exceeded $15,000 

Juror: Sue Archer

Eligibility: 
Aqueous USA 2010 is open to KWS members and non-members over 18 years of age residing in the USA. Each artist may enter 1 or 2 paintings, but only one painting per artist will be accepted. Accepted paintings must be rendered in an aqueous manner on paper and cannot be varnished. Mixed media/collage must be at least 75% water based media. Art work must be original: conceived and created by you. Using prints or copied work of another artist or copies of published pictures or photographs are not considered original art work. Work must be completed within the last three years, 2007 or later. Paintings must be framed under Plexiglas, matted and ready for hanging. Works under glass will not be accepted. Size must be not larger than 48" in either direction including frame, or smaller than 11" x 14" image size, framed to 16" x 20". Mats must be a light or neutral shade of mat board. Paintings not in compliance will be returned at artist's expense. Any painting previously accepted in a KWS juried competition or at Actors Theatre of Louisville is not eligible. Accepted work may not be exhibited at any location in Louisville or Jefferson County from June through September 2010.

For entry cards, new membership, and any questions please contact:

Donna Miller, Aqueous Director, 502-254-3883
Kathleen Stringfield, Administrative Director, 502-326-9256

See Aqueous USA 2009 Award Winners here

Call for Entries: "A Time and a Place" Juried Mixed Media Exhibition

presented by Bloomingdale Park District Museum 
108 S. Bloomingdale Road
Bloomingdale, IL 60108

Entry Drop-off Dates: Tuesday, June 22, 4-8 p.m. and Wednesday, June 23, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Entry Fees: $10 (non-refundable) or 3/$25. A maximum of three entries may be submitted.

Show Dates: July 10-August 21, 2010
Opening Reception: July 16, 6-8 p.m.

Juror: Debbie Heemstra Novak

Eligibility:
Open to any artist 18 and over
Traditional and non-traditional media are eligible
A limit of three (3) pieces per artist may be accepted
All work must be completed in the last three years and has not previously been on display at the Museum
All work must be properly framed and wired. Wires must be taut and secure at a point at least one third down the frame. No saw-tooth hangers. Staples cannot be visible.
No work that requires special installation is eligible
No nudity

Bloomingdale Park District Museum will retain a 30% commission on all works sold. Payment to the artist will be made after the close of the exhibition.

All artists are responsible for carrying their own insurance.

For entry forms please contact and direct all questions to:

Phone: 630-539-3096
Fax: 630-980-2447

Bloomingdale Park District Museum
108 S. Bloomingdale Road
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
Hours: Wednesday 4-8 p.m., Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday 12-4 p.m.
Curators: Diane Duffy, Marjorie Reichart, John Tuleweit

Call for Entries: Southside Art League, Inc. 2nd Annual Paintout

Paint-out on or around the grounds of the Machledt House, rain or shine

Entry Deadline: Pre-registration is requested by June 21
Entry Fee: $15 (non-refundable)
Date: Saturday, June 26

242 S. Madison Avenue
Greenwood, IN 46142

Judge: Heidi Shackelford, BFA Columbia School of Design

$100 FIRST PLACE
$75 SECOND PLACE
$50 THIRD PLACE
Gift Certificates for Honorable Mention

Winning paintings may be displayed in the Gallery for one month
Prospectus also available at Gallery & Pump House

Eligibility: 
This contest is open to all artists
Blank canvas or support must be stamped on back to be eligible
Only one work will be accepted for judging
Bring your own easel to display work
Paintings to be completed in the Old Town Greenwood area. (Maps provided)
Paintings must be returned for judging by 2:00 p.m.
Judging will take place around 3:00 p.m.
All work must be created between 8:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. on day of paint-out
Artists will receive entry tickets for terrific door prize drawings
NO SIGNED OR FRAMED WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED
Work that does not follow guidelines will be disqualified

Registration:
Registration will begin at 8:00 a.m. to pick up goodie bag
Registration accepted day of Paintout (Saturday, June 26, 2010, beginning at 8:00 a.m.)
Make check or money order payable to Southside Art League, Inc. 

Mail your $15 fee with the following to 299 E. Broadway, Greenwood, IN, 46142:
Name
Telephone
Address
E-mail
City, State, Zip

For more information about the Southside Art League, Inc. click here
Want to help out or have any questions? Email Patty Coulter here
                     

Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Call for Entires: 17th Annual Juried Show Jasper Arts Center

Entry Deadline: June 28, 2010

The Krempp Gallery
Jasper Arts Center
951 College Ave
Jasper, IN
(812) 482-3070

Applications are now available by clicking [here]

Juror: Ed Maxedon
Curator of Education at the Indiana University Art Museum