Deadline May 25: In concert with the Times Square Alliance and curatorial partner Chashama, a non-profit group for creative space transformation, Artists Wanted has produced Art Takes Times Square, a worldwide call for entries searching for inspired works by artists, designers, photographers and all creative talents from across the globe to determine one creative visionary whose artwork – in an opportunity of a lifetime – will receive a radiant presentation on Times Square’s digital billboards before millions of viewers this summer. Participation is free and open to anyone of 18+ years of age. Submissions will be accepted through May 25, 2012 11:59pm EST. Artists Wanted is also awarding $16,000 in cash grants and printing a limited edition book on selected artists from the competition. Click here for more information.
Deadline May 29: Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces a call for entries with the theme “Figurative” for a juried art competition for the month of May 2012. The gallery would like for all 2D artists (including photography) to send us your best interpretation of the theme “Figurative” by depicting the human form or human features. “Figurative” is considered to be figures, forms and faces for inclusion into the gallery’s June 2012 online Group Art Exhibition. We will accept art on this subject that is either representational or abstract, but please, do not submit any erotic art. Click here for more information.
Deadline June 1: The Philadelphia Open Studio Tours has announced a call for venues. Eligibility: Open to all local, professional visual artists. Through the program, participants can connect to over 30,000 arts enthusiasts from around the region, build and maintain a client base, make sales, have work reviewed by curators and art professionals for exhibitions, receive exclusive discounts to local businesses, and more. Open Studio Tours West of Broad will take place October 6 – 7. Open Studio Tours East of Broad will take place October 20 – 21. For questions or more information, contact the Center for Emerging Visual Artists at 215-546-7775 x. 13 or . Click here to register.
Deadline June 1: GoggleWorks Center for the Arts has announced a call for artists for the first arts festival Reading, on Saturday and Sunday, October 20 – 21. Proceeds will benefit GoggleWorks. Eligibility: The arts festival is currently accepting applications for artists and artisans known for quality and craftsmanship in both traditional and contemporary styles. Click here for an application form and more information.
Deadline June 1: The Center for Emerging Visual Artists invites all local artists and creative workspaces to sign up for the 2012 Open Studio Tour. Your registration includes the following benefits: listing at www.philaopenstudios.org, listing in the printed Tour Directory, tools/support materials for marketing, opportunities to submit work for special events & promotions, consideration for inclusion in special exhibition opportunities, year-round career services and opportunities from the Center for Emerging Visual Artists, special discounts offered by partners and event sponsors discount on advertising in the directory. Fee: Registration is $100 for artists and $150 for community partners. Click here for more information and to register.
Deadline June 13: Eastern State Penitentiary is now accepting proposals for the 2013 Season. The deadline is for arrival at the site, not for a postmark. Eligibility: Collaborative proposals are permitted; individuals may submit only one proposal per year (whether alone or as part of a collaboration). Artists who have previously exhibited at the site must wait five years before submitting a proposal for a new installation. Applicants may not submit previously-rejected proposals. Artists must be at least 18 years old. Currently enrolled undergraduate students are ineligible to apply. All proposals must be for a site-specific installation. Click here for more information.
Deadline June 15: The Photo Review, a highly acclaimed critical journal of photography, is sponsoring its 28th annual photography competition with a difference. Instead of only installing an exhibit that would be seen by a limited number of people, The Photo Review will reproduce accepted entries in its 2012 competition issue and on its website. Also, the prize-winning photographers will be chosen for an exhibition at the photography gallery of The University of the Arts, Philadelphia. And numerous Editor’s Selections will be exhibited in several Photo Review web galleries. Prizes: Awards include an Olympus Pen E-PL3 camera; SilverFast HDR Studio, SilverFast Ai Studio 8, SilverFast SE Plus 8, from LaserSoft Imaging; a $250 gift certificate from Calumet Photographic; a 24″x50′ roll of Museo Silver Rag; a 20″x24″ silver gelatin fiber print from Digital Silver Imaging; three $100 gift certificates for Moab Paper; camera bags from Lowepro; and $250 in cash prizes. Fee: $35 for up to three prints or images on CD and $8 for each additional image entitles all entrants to a copy of the full-color catalogue. In addition, all entrants will be able to subscribe to The Photo Review for $36, a 20% discount. Click here for more information.
Deadline June 28: Light Space & Time Online Art Gallery announces a call for entries for the gallery’s 3rd Annual “Abstracts” juried art competition for the month of June 2012. The gallery would like for all 2D artists (including photography) to send us your best interpretation of the theme “Abstracts” by submitting their best non-representational abstract art for inclusion into the gallery’s July 2012 online Group Art Exhibition. The winners will receive extensive worldwide publicity. For further information and to apply online, click here.
Deadline June 30: The Class of 2012 at Central Bucks East High School in Doylestown, PA, announces a call for proposals for the design of a large painted mural in the stairwell of the school’s new science and technology wing. (Floor to ceiling – 15’10” high and 14’5” wide). The mural will be painted directly on the wall. Preliminary designs should focus on incorporating a timeless theme centered on the following ideas: modern, innovation, discovery, education, and progress. Images incorporating these ideas should still be relevant in 20+ years and the overall mural should appear crisp and not busy or cluttered. The titles of “Central Bucks East High School” and “Class of 2012” should also be included in the mural. Preliminary designs must be submitted to by June 30, 2012. If you would like to visit the site prior to submitting your proposal, please contact Martin Hayes at the aforementioned email address. Artists must submit the estimated cost of the project with their proposal.
Deadline June 30: Jurors: Diane Mullin, Weisman Art Museum; Ron Platt, Birmingham Museum of Art; Mónica Ramírez-Montagut, The Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum. Prizes: $10,000 USD (1 artist will receive $5,000 and 5 artists will each receive $1,000). Dave Bown Projects will be buying works of art, on an ongoing basis, from select artists as submissions are received. Eligibility: This competition is open to all visual artists who are 18 years of age or older. All styles and media are eligible. Selection Process: Early entries are encouraged. Previewing will occur on a daily and weekly basis by Dave Bown Projects as submissions are received. For further information, please contact Dave Bown at (917) 365-5265 or . Click here for the prospectus.
Deadline August 24: Seeking New England painters, sculptors, jewelers, crafters, wood artisans, fabric artists, illustrators, photographers and designers to display a tent at the two-day Outdoor Arts Festival on the Madison Town Green at Boston Post Road and Copse Road, or open their private art studio in the vicinity of the CT Shoreline. Currently, there are open studios registered in Madison, Durham and Clinton. (Limit 12 studios.) Call the Arts Center Killingworth at 860-663-5593 or email with any questions. Fee: $60 registration. Click here for more information.
Deadline September 7: Focus your photographic talents on anything within the Borough of Media, PA – Close Up! This is the Media Arts Council’s 6th annual juried photo competition, and this year four cash prizes will be awarded with $300 going to the first place winner. All selected photos will be displayed at the Media ICONS Photography Exhibit during the 2nd Saturday Arts Stroll in October. Click here for contest terms and specifics.
No deadline: Art Takes Times Square seeks entries for a competition searching for inspired works by artists, designers, photographers and all creative talents from across the globe, to identify one visionary whose artworks will transform the most visited attraction in the world into a brilliant, spectacular exhibition. Participation is free, click here to learn more.
No deadline: Tenth Street Laundromat in South Philadelphia that doubles as art gallery seeks local artists interested in displaying work in the space for two months. Will pay artist $100 for the service. Contact Lisa Budnick at for more info.
No deadline: The Clay Studio’s Associate Program is a communal studio supported in part by forty individuals on a non-juried basis. By making low cost studio space available to individuals in a major metropolitan city, the program serves an important need within the community. The program promotes the artistic, technical and skill development of these individuals, providing a unique learning community. The communal nature of the program provides an environment that accommodates artists at many levels of commitment and accomplishment, in which all benefit from a diversity of experience and expertise. Many Associates are serious Clay Studio students who have committed themselves to expanding their skills and developing their own artistic voices, while others are professional artists who hold Bachelor and Master Degrees in Fine Arts and are in need of affordable studio space. If you are interested in becoming an associate or have more questions, please contact Director of Education and Operations Jennifer Martin via email at or call 215-925-3453 x16.
Ongoing: A BIG ART SHOW is an art party where you get space to show your work in an unpretentious environment. It is one night, you set up and break down the day of. No judging, no applications, just tell us you’re coming and as long as we have space, we give you space. We need BANDS! Contact us if you know a band who might want to play a BIG ART SHOW or any Pterodactyl event! – The band picking is a little less all inclusive because we only have 3 or 4 spots a show. A few things for artists: You can sell your work if you want, but you don’t have to, and in fact you’ll probably have more fun if you don’t. This is an art show, not a flea market, you must have made the things you’re showing. You can sell your original artwork, bring prints of your work and anything hand made is fine, just use your judgement and err on the side of arty. We have nothing to do with you selling your work. We do not act as your art dealers or brokers. It’s free for you to be in the show, but if you sell something and want to donate Pterodactyl a few bucks nobody’s going to turn you down. We are not responsible in any way for lost, stolen or damaged artwork. We just supply the space and the fun. By being in this show you agree that we are not responsible for damages/loss/etc. You’ll get about 6 horizontal feet of space to show work (make the best of it!). Want in? Great! e-mail us: BIGARTSHOW@pterodactylphiladelphia.org. Please include your: name / e-mail addy / phone number / and a link to your work (for the website and for logistics of where we put you in the room) AND WHICH DATE YOU WANT TO BE IN! Click here for more information.
Ongoing: Clover Market is now accepting applications for the Spring 2012 Markets (4/15, 5/6, and 6/3). New applications must be submitted each season, spring or fall. Details, FAQ’s and the online application are here.
Until filled: Wexler Gallery seeks a part-time intern to aid gallery staff in all facets of operation including exhibition planning and installation, database and photo inventory management, filing and organizing, and general gallery administration. Art handling and some lifting required. Candidate must be well organized, self-motivated, and energetic. Basic knowledge of Photoshop, Word, Excel, and digital photography required. 15-20 hours per week. Unpaid. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to learn about gallery management and the art world. To Apply: e-mail resume, cover letter, and three references to .
Until filled: The Philadelphia Mural Arts Program has invited the Dutch artist team responsible for the Favela Painting project in Rio de Janeiro, to work on three monster mural projects in Philadelphia, to be completed by fall 2012. As of today, we are looking for talented interns/volunteers to enforce the design and production team. Eligibility: fluent with an all-round graphic skill set (Photoshop, Illustrator); interested in model-making, both analog and digital (3D Max); experienced with using foam cutters, 3D printing, laser cutters; interested in social and community based art interventions; willing to work in a team, potentially together with community members. We have flexible office hours and are looking for dedication and talent in any type of setting, full-time/part-time, long/fixed period. You should bring your own computer and will work in a team, based in an inspiring workspace in an old window factory in North Philadelphia. Expenses will be paid, hungry bellies will be filled and good laughs will be had! We are also looking for an assistant producer/runner, who has good organizational talent, social skills, street smarts and preferably a drivers license and a car and a blogger with strong communications and good writing skills to keep websites, Facebook and Twitter updated frequently. To apply, please mail a short and sweet motiva-
tional letter and CV to:
Until Filled: 240 square feet available in 720 foot working artist space in one of the last remaining true art studios in Old City. Approx. .50c /sq foot. Top floor of four story building, wood floors, high ceilings, good light, water and electricity included. This is a very rough space which is why it’s so inexpensive. Looking for someone to share space with two other artists and possibly take over the rental of the entire space (or find other artists to share) by the summer. Need responsible, mature, working artists ONLY. This is not a crash pad. Prefer someone handy as rent will remain low for light maintenance of the space. Contact Carol at carolrenee@yepmail.net more information or to look at the space.
Ongoing: 240 square feet available in 720 foot working artist space in one of the last remaining true art studios in Old City. Approx. .50c /sq foot. Top floor of four story building, wood floors, high ceilings, good light, water and electricity included. This is a very rough space which is why it’s so inexpensive. Looking for someone to share space with two other artists and possibly take over the rental of the entire space (or find other artists to share) by the summer. Need responsible, mature, working artists ONLY. This is not a crash pad. Prefer someone handy as rent will remain low for light maintenance of the space. Contact Carol at for more information or to look at the space.
posted: 1-16-2011
Ongoing: MUSE GALLERY, an artist cooperative in Old City and in it’s 34th year, is accepting applicants. MUSE provides an alternative to the commercial venue and it’s commissions. We promote progressive, non-censored, expression by professional artists in all media, photographers and sculptors, mixed media artists, as well as others are encouraged to apply. MUSE is part of First Fridays. A monthly fee and attendance to meetings are required. Contact Nancy E. F. Halbert, or click here for an application.
posted: 1-04-12
Ongoing: Adjunct Assistant Professor B. Proud soliciting volunteers for a Professional Practices portrait assignment. Looking for volunteers to sit for an “environmental/editorial” type portrait to be photographed by a student. Prefer subjects to be over 30 and unaffiliated with the university. This assignment won’t be given until February 2012, the beginning of next semester. The student photographer will make most of the communication with the subject once the assignment is given. The shoots will take some time to complete. The students will need to bring equipment, lighting, and probably an assistant into the space and it will time to set things up and tear it down again. In other words, this will take longer than 10 minutes. Subjects will be provided with a print and a digital file after the assignment is complete. Looking for subjects from all industries and walks of life. Contact.
Until Filled: The building consists of 20 existing classrooms with large windows bringing in lots of natural light. Studios are available for individual artists and a variety of creative businesses from the region. Space includes “The White Space” a performance and exhibition space and a fully operational kiln room. For more pictures and information, fill out an application here and submit it to info@cranarts.com.
No deadline: Digital image submissions are now being accepted for a new concept: wall paper design “Cat Power.” Proceeds from this grassroots project directly support homeless animals, women, and children. To submit black and white images of your cat for the project, email Candy Depew at .
No deadline: One bedroom apartment for rent. Landlord seeks professional artists/designers. Rent is $550 plus electric (water included). Fee: $50 application fee. Security deposit of $550 plus monthly rent of $550. Click here for more information.
No deadline: 21st Century Jewish Artists: Connecting Art, a vehicle for well-known and emerging Jewish artists, has announced a call for artists for their publication. The pages should include up to 20 works with information details. The published artist will receive five copies of the book. Nomination and inclusion is judged solely by visuals submitted as attachment. Please submit the requested materials as soon as possible. Click here for submission details and to apply.
No deadline: Artist studio available at the Studios @ 2202 Alter Street, approximately 250 square feet, with two large north-facing windows, hardwood floors, and high ceilings. Rent is $375/month including utilities. Annual lease. Click here for more information.
Ongoing: The Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy has announced a call for performing artists and organizations for City Hall Presents, a new series of free concerts and events at City Hall. Click here for the application form.
No deadline: The Philadelphia Montessori Charter School is seeking support from area artists to raise money for its first Artist in Residency program for sixth graders to have hands-on experience with art. The cost of the program is $5,000, and includes a site visit to Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens, a question and answer session with Isaiah Zagar, and a week-long, student-created mural project. For information on donating to the program, click here.
Ongoing: Visit the new website for connecting contemporary galleries with collectors. Free Gallerist and Collector accounts.
Ongoing: The Acme Studios International Residencies Programme is now accepting applications from artists for its Associate Artist Residency program. Eligibility: Artists must have five years professional experience, strong English language skills, and the confidence to hold discussions with arts industry professionals. Not open to undergraduate students. AAR Fees and Accommodation: One-month program £1,900; Two-month program £4,200; Three-month program £5,700. For application forms and information, click here.
Ongoing: Woodmere Art Museum is currently looking for volunteers to assist with upcoming events. Contact the Education Department at 215-247-0948.
Ongoing: The Office of Arts, Culture, and the Creative Economy has announced a call for artists for their artist registry, which will maintain a record of their work with the Philadelphia Public Art program. Eligibility: Open to all professional artists. Some opportunities will be limited to the Greater Philadelphia region. Artists whose work is concerned with environmental sustainability are strongly encouraged to apply. Click here for more information.
No deadline : Urban Outfitters at University of Pennsylvania invites artists to submit work to be displayed in their two windows on Sansom Street directly across the street from the Institute of Contemporary Art. The installation remains in their window for two months and the artist must provide own supplies. The current open dates for installation are February 25 and March 3. All submissions may be e-mailed to
posted: 2-08-08
Ongoing: The Asian Arts Initiative seeks tenants, especially artists and organizations interested in community engagement as part of their artistic practice, for its Multi-Tenant Facility. Second floor studios, ranging in space from 200 to 1500 square feet, will be ready for occupancy by the end of the summer. Contact Asian Arts Initiative at 215-557-0455 or email .
Ongoing : A large 100 year old industrial building in lower Northeast Philadelphia that once housed the printer of Life magazine now houses over 40 artist studios. The artist studio/lofts, non live-in, are creative work spaces for both emerging and established artists. A few of the many amenities are 14’ ceilings, huge new energy efficient factory windows for natural light, separate heating and air conditioning systems and 24 hour access. Some studios have private bathrooms. Available studios range in size from 415 to 1410 sq. ft. and start at $300/month. For details, visit www.erieartcentre.com” or call 215-426-8130.
posted: 6-22-10
Ongoing : ArtForms Gallery, an established nonprofit cooperative gallery in Philadelphia’s Manayunk area, is looking for professional artists working in all media to join this rewarding and challenging art collaboration. Benefits include bi-yearly solo exhibitions and several yearly group exhibition opportunities. ArtForms members also participate in special activities such as community outreach and education. In exchange, members pay monthly dues, have gallery sitting requirements, and contribute to the running of the gallery. Serious applicants should send resume, SASE, and 10 slides to: ArtForms Gallery, 106 Levering Street, Philadelphia, PA 19127, Attn: Lindsey Baker. For additional information, call 215-483-3030.
Ongoing : ArtGrease is a public access cable show co-produced by Squeaky Wheel & Hallwalls Contemporary Art Center, appearing Saturdays at 8 pm in Buffalo on Channel 20 and Mondays at 11 pm in the suburbs on Channel 20. Become part of current media-making history and submit your media work to be shown on TV, on this legendary public access cable show. Commercial free, 100% media art TV. Provide a mini-dv or DVD of your work, with a running time of 28 min. or less (NTSC only). Your submission will not be returned, but will become part of our Media Library. ArtGrease is open to local and international artists. Submit works to: Squeaky Wheel, 712 Main Street., Buffalo, NY 14202 (ATTN: ArtGrease).
posted: 10-11-10
ongoing : Twenty-Two Gallery in Philadephia is now accepting applications and reviewing artwork for inclusion in its limited Artist Membership Gallery. A $100 per month member fee and 15% commission will apply. Artists must gallery sit one day per month. For more info and a prospectus, visit www.twenty-twogallery.com and click on the “Member Inquiries” page or contact Twenty-Two Gallery, 236 S. 22nd St., Phila. PA 19103; 215-772-1911;
posted: 3-09-10
Ongoing : The Friends of the Barnes Foundation, a group opposed to the relocation of the Barnes from Merion to Center City, have issued a call to artists sympathetic to their cause. If you have created artwork addressing some of the issues of this story that you would like to have Friends of the Barnes include on their web site, contact Nancy Herman at . For complete details, visit http://www.barnesfriends.org/files/call_artists.shtml.
posted: 10-19-07
Ongoing : PublicDuck is a free weekly video podcast, delivering an eclectic mix of video. Submit your work of approximately five minutes or less in total run length, in genres including (but not limited to) video art, new media design, short narrative, humor, animation, documentary, performance, experimental, and music video. Every episode features work from a range of established and emerging artists/film makers who are expanding the visual, theoretical, and conceptual horizon of film and video. Subscribe at http://PublicDuck.com/ and join the video migration. All selected works are archived and made available on the PublicDuck homepage. PublicDuck will never sell or rent your work; work submitted to publicduck.com is protected under a CreativeCommons share-alike license. For more information, see: http://PublicDuck.com/.
Ongoing : In partnership with The City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture, and The Creative Economy, Fairmount Park is pleased to announce an opportunity for artists working in all media to use LOVE Park as an outdoor studio this summer! Artists of all disciplines are invited to participate; applicants will be selected through a juried process by The City of Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture, and The Creative Economy based on a variety of criteria including: artist vision, interest in engaging the public, appropriateness to working in a public setting. Artists are encouraged to interact with the public as part of their use of this opportunity. Artists are responsible for providing any and all materials and supplies. The calendar of artists selected will be publicized via e-mail and the web. For complete details, call 215-683-0247 Monday through Friday from 9 am to 4 pm.
posted: 6-14-10
Ongoing : Specs, a journal of contemporary culture and arts at Rollins College, aims to create sympathetic interfaces between artistic and critical practices. They invite submissions of critical and/or creative work for their print and web issue, and welcome cultural criticism, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art, and pieces that blur genre boundaries. They also seek works that force interactions between traditional print and digital media. To submit your work, visit www.specsjournal.org for further information and submissions guidelines.
posted: 10-05-07
Ongoing : Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) in Charlotte, NC is seeking professional artists for design collaborations and/or public art commissions for its Art-In-Transit program. Over the next few years, Charlotte is building a rapid transit system and will incorporate public art into its stations, park and rides, and maintenance facilities. The program has allocated $2.3 million for art. Design fees range from $5K-$25K: commissions from $25K-$250K. In preparation for Phase I (22 commissions for 2003 – early 2004) and subsequent phases, artists are requested to submit their materials to a new slide registry that will be used to make selections of artists as the system is phased in. The registry application can be found at www.ridetransit.org. For more information, e-mail or call 704-432-4079.
ongoing : The Clover Market invites artists working in all visual media to submit applications for participation in at the open-air art and antiques market in Ardmore, PA. The Market will exclusively feature original art, antiques and home collectibles, vintage furniture and jewelry, and a selected number of high quality handmade and artisan crafts. The spring 2011 market dates are April 10, May 1, and June 5 from 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine. Early bird rates (up to 25% off) are good for qualified sellers until 3/20/11. The Market is in a highly visible and desirable location in the center of the Ardmore business district (please see web site for a map). Historic Ardmore is one of the largest business districts on the Main Line and contains a vibrant mix of restaurants and small specialty shops. It is also within easy walking distance to the upscale Suburban Square mall and the Ardmore train station, making access from both the city and suburbs very convenient. Additional information and the application to sell can be found at theclovermarket.com. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, but rental discounts are only in effect until 3/20/11. Interested artists are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
posted: 1-31-11
Ongoing : Outpost Artists Resources is a non-profit video post-production facility in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. They have been in operation serving the artistic community of New York and beyond since 1990. They are now offering the Cuts and Burns Residency Program to emerging and mid-career artists. The residency provides up to 40 hours (5 days) of free video and audio post-production with a professional editor, full access to the facility, and lodging if needed. To apply, call 718-599-2385 and speak to David or Ruth. For further details, visit outpostedit.org.
posted: 10-02-07
Ongoing : Daylight Magazine is looking for submissions of contemporary and historic documentary photography for publication. At this time they are especially interested in work focusing on North Korea, Venezuela, Russia, and Iran. If you have material to submit please e-mail a project statement, low-res images and a c.v. to .
Ongoing : SOHO20 Chelsea Gallery is offering a 2 year Fellowship Membership. SOHO20 was founded in 1973 as a nonprofit, artist-run organization by twenty women devoted to increasing public awareness of the excellence and diversity of women’s art. It is one of the oldest organizations created to address the under representation of work by women in museums and galleries. An artist who is accepted for a Fellowship will be given a two year membership free of dues during which time the artist has all the privileges and obligations of membership, the services of the director, a one person show in Gallery l and is included in any group shows etc. She would be responsible for promotion of her show (announcements, mailing, reception, and advertising above the free listings that they provide). Go to www.soho20gallery.com for an application.
Ongoing : ReInventions, a New York-based not-for-profit film studio, seeks entries of great films that illustrate a transformation for its film festival and online film library. ReInvention’s focus is to profile people not widely recognized in the mainstream media, promoting knowledge by presenting provocative stories of non-fictional and fictional transformation. For additional information and to submit work, visit the web site: http://www.reinventions.org
Ongoing : The Hicks Artist Cooperative of New Britain, CT is looking for unique and original artwork in every medium, including sculpture and pottery, for sale in their new downtown gallery space beginning in the fall of 2005. The gallery, opening on September 1, 2005, is committed to providing exposure to local emerging as well as established artists. To apply, send slides, printed materials, or CDs with an artist statement, bio, resume, and SASE to: Liliana Ortega, 333 McClintock Street, New Britain, CT 06053.
Ongoing : Maryland State Arts Council Artist Registry & Resource Center at Maryland Art Place, which contains biographical information and images for more than 1,700 regional artists, invites artists from MD, DC, VA, WV, PA, DE, NJ, NY to submit work for a comprehensive Maryland and Regional Artist Registry. Categories are: painting, installation & performance, mixed media, sculpture, crafts, design, photography, printmaking, new genres, video, drawing, and works on paper. MAPís Artist Registry & Resource Center are open to the public and free of charge from 9 am to 5 pm Tuesday through Friday, and during special events. For more information, contact Carolyn Sheffield, Registry Coordinator, 8 Market Place, suite 100, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-962-8565; ; or visit the web site, www.mdartplace.org.
Ongoing : The Mattress Factory is an alternative museum located in Pittsburgh PA, which commissions, presents, and collects site-specific installations created in residency. Read more…
Ongoing : The Museum of Modern Art and Franklin Furnace artist book collections have merged, forming the world’s largest repository. MoMA has assumed Franklin Furnace’s open acquisition policy of accepting any multiple published by an artist as a work of art for the collection. Artists wishing to submit books for inclusion in the collection should mail submissions, consisting of one copy of your work and a resume, to: Museum of Modern Art/Franklin Furnace/Artist Book Collection, Museum of Modern Art, 11 West 53rd Street, New York, NY 10019. If applicable, include with your submission other documentation of your work so that art scholars and other users of the collection will have the opportunity to use it for research purposes. Be advised that all information and materials you send will become the property of the Museum of Modern Art/Franklin Furnace/Artist Book Collection and may be used in exhibitions and publications. For more information, go to the web site: www.franklinfurnace.org.
Ongoing : Muse is an artist-run gallery in Philadelphia dedicated to exploring individual visions that encompass a wide range of styles, including: abstract, conceptual, and representational as well as both two-dimensional and three-dimensional work. For more information as well as to download an application please visit www.musegalleryphiladelphia.com, or stop by the gallery at 52 N. Second Street, Old City, Philadelphia.
posted: 2-01-08
Ongoing : P.S.1 Contemporary Art Center, in Long Island City, NY, offers hands-on unpaid internships for college students, high school students, and community members in all of its departments, providing the opportunity to learn about the operations of a nonprofit art museum and to work alongside some of the world’s most exciting contemporary artists and curators. Internships are available in the following areas: 1) Programming and Production, 2) DAP/ Publisher Sales Assistant. Interns are expected to do a substantial amount of administrative work at the same time as taking on more critical responsibilities for the museum’s operation. Interns must work a minimum of two full days per week/seven hours per day; must be able to work a full trimester. Requirements for all internships at P.S.1 are the following: a strong command of spoken English and excellent phone skills; strong writing skills; competent word processing skills on IBM; and the ability to work creatively and flexibly on many levels at once. Detailed job descriptions for each internship position are available upon request. To apply, e-mail a cover letter and resume to the attention of Josh Altman, Program Coordinator, at .
Ongoing : Please note that all future SEPTA Calls for Artists will be sent electronically. To receive these notices, please send e-mail address to .
posted: 2-08-09
Ongoing : The City of New York Department of Cultural Affairs Percent for Art Program provides an important venue for all New Yorkers and visitors to appreciate artwork outside the traditional museum or gallery setting. Percent for Art projects are site-specific and engage a variety of mediaópainting, mosaic, glass, textiles, sculpture, and works that are integrated into infrastructure, or architecture. The Percent for Art artist slide registry is an important component of the Program that allows artists to participate by maintaining a record of their work. The registry is consulted by the architects, panelists, and City agencies for each project. The Percent for Art slide registry is open to any professional visual artist; there is no residency requirement for a Percent for Art Commission. Artists who are interested in submitting their work for the registry may print out the application at this web address: http://home2.nyc.gov/html/dcla/html/panyc/form.shtml.
Ongoing : MAiLmeART.com, created by Darren Di Lieto, the founder and editor of LCSV4, is a little project designed to test your skills, make you some money and give you the chance to have a bit of fun. There are also some really cool prizes. Submissions can be envelopes or packages which have been drawn on, painted, dipped in acid, covered in paper mache (anything you want really) but they must look amazing and they must have traveled though the post with the postman able to see the work, so you can’t paint a canvas and wrap it up and post it to Mr. Lieto. The wrapping is your canvas or in most cases an envelope.
Ongoing : The Philadelphia Office of Arts, Culture and the Creative Economy’s Public Art Program has announced a new Artist Registry. The Artist Registry will allow artists to participate by maintaining a record of their work with the Philadelphia Public Art Program. Public Art staff, panelists, architects, and City agencies will consult the Artist Registry as public art opportunities become available. Opportunities will still be announced via e-mail and posted on the web site; the registry will be used in addition to City selection processes. The registry is open to all professional artists. There are no residency requirements for the registry, although some opportunities will be limited to the greater Philadelphia region. Applications can be found at: www.phila.gov/publicart
posted: 12-02-09
Ongoing : Pterodactyl in Philadelphia believes that artistic vision comes through in curating as well as in art making itself. With this in mind, they invite individuals and groups to submit curatorial proposals for pterodactyl’s 2010-2011 exhibition schedule. You do not need to have past curatorial experience to submit a proposal. They are more interested in your ideas for the show than in your credentials. Exhibitions are open to all media and sizes of visual art, including 2-d, 3-d, new media, performance art, etc. For more information, visit www.pterodactylphiladelphia.org
posted: 3-15-10
Ongoing : Raid Projects, a Los Angeles based, not for profit artist-run project space and curatorial organization, has residency slots available for April / May / June, 2005. Although mostly international in scope, US artists can also apply if they feel their project is suitable to a LA residency. Raid welcomes applications from both emerging and established contemporary artists; projects may encompass all areas of contemporary practice, including painting, drawing, sculpture, film, video, new media, digital, installation, and performance works.The residencies include a bedroom, a separate studio, a solo show during the last month of your stay, paid publicity and opening costs, for a cost to the artist of $1400 per month. There is no application form — all applicants must send resume, images, press, proposal for residency, and any other relevant materials. For additional information, contact Max Presneill, , or visit the web site: http://raidprojects.com/
Ongoing : The Center For Emerging Visual Artists is currently accepting applications to join our Regional Community Arts Program (RCAP) Artist Registry. Artists in the registry will be eligible to participate in The Centerís Community Exhibition Program, which includes exhibitions in public spaces such as hospitals, schools, parks, and more. Requirements: Must be interested in exhibiting in public spaces; Must live within 90 miles of Philadelphia; Cannot have a contractual relationship with a commercial gallery; Works submitted must be available and ready to hang/install. Please send up to 20 slides or digital images, a slide list (name, title, dimensions, medium, and price), and a resume. Genevieve Coutroubis, The Center For Emerging Visual Artists, Community Exhibitions, 237 South 18th Street, 3A, Philadelphia, PA 19103. Phone: 215.546.7775 x11. E-mail: .
Ongoing : The Atlantic Center for the Arts, in New Smyrna Beach, FL, invites visual artists, writers, composers, choreographers, and dancers to apply to its Associate Artists-in-Residence program. If selected, artists receive housing, weekday meals, and studio space. Located five miles from the Atlantic Ocean, Atlantic Center is situated on a lush 69-acre ecological preserve surrounded by protected wetlands. For more information, call 386-427-6975 or 800-393-6975, or visit their web site: www.atlanticcenterforthearts.org.
Ongoing : Scribe is seeking new local non-fiction works of all lengths to be featured in Storyville monthly screenings this spring. For more information, call Gretjen Clausing, Scribe’s Program Director at 215-222-4201.
Ongoing : Prominent New Jersey artist is opening a new loft space at The Tomato Factory in Hopewell, NJ called “Umbrella”. Space available to compatible individuals who will help create an unforgettable environment to sell art, antiques, home furnishings, accessories, and collectibles. Each space will be a visually stunning vignette — a mix of color, high design, whimsy, and elegance. Staffing provided. Rent $350-400/mo. If you have great inventory and need a place to show/sell it, please call 609-844-0879, cell 609-947-4260 or e-mail
posted: 2-28-09
Ongoing : The School of Visual Arts (SVA) is an art and design school in New York City offering summer art residencies through its continuing education program. Their visual art residency programs include Sculpture, Installation and New Media Art; Printmaking and Book Arts; Painting and Mixed Media; Public Art and Photography. Now in its third decade, this internationally renowned program offers emerging and mid-career artists an opportunity to spend the summer developing ideas and focusing on their artistic direction. Participants are immersed in the creative community of New York City, with the guidance of a distinguished faculty. Affordable housing is available, as are opportunities to display work. E-mail to learn more about an SVA summer art residency in New York City. Keren Moscovitch, Coordinator, Summer Residency Programs Division of Continuing Education, School of Visual Arts, 209 E. 23rd Street, NY, NY. 212-592-2188.
Ongoing : The Light Work Artist-in-Residence Program in Syracuse, NY, accepts applications from artists working in photography or related media for one-month residencies. Residents receive a $2,000 stipend, an apartment, a private darkroom, and 24-hour facility access. To apply, send a resume, an artist statement, a letter of intent, and slides, proofs, or prints of recent work to Light Work Artist-in-Residence Program, 316 Waverly Avenue, Syracuse, NY 13244.
Ongoing : The Drawing Center has announced the reorganization of its Viewing Program, which offers an opportunity for emerging artists to present their drawings to the curatorial staff for review, as well as for possible inclusion in the Slide Registry and a Selections exhibition or Drawing Room project. The Viewing Program offers emerging artists valuable opportunities to engage in a critical discussion of their work through one-on-one meetings with the Viewing Program Curator at The Drawing Center and to have images of their work placed on file in the Artist Registry. The Artist Registry is used by The Drawing Center’s curatorial staff and is open to other arts professionals (including curators, gallerists, and scholars). Approximately three times per year The Drawing Center presents group shows of emerging and under-represented artists curated from the Viewing Program and Artist Registry’s pool of 2,500 artists. Artists are eligible to submit their work for consideration for the Viewing Program and Artist Registry if they do not have an affiliation with a New York gallery and are not currently attending school. Artists from across the country and abroad are encouraged to apply. For complete information on submissions, visit the web site, www.drawingcenter.org.
Ongoing/when the war is over : The Arts Paper, a cultural and arts advocacy journal in Boulder Colorado, is seeking visual fine art and performing art, as well as poetry and essays related to the ongoing “War Against Terrorism” for its web site, Artists for Peace, Justice & Civil Liberties. For complete information contact: The Arts Paper, 1838 Pine Street, Boulder, CO 80302; or visit the web site, http://www.taparts.org
Open deadline : Twenty-Two Gallery, located at 236 S. 22nd Street in Philadelphia, seeks member artists. They are looking for artists who have quality, professionally presented work, an established exhibition record, and a base of potential clients. The obligations include a monthly membership fee and one day of gallery sitting per month. For further information on the gallery and submission procedures, please contact
posted: 12-06-08
Until filled : The Philadelphia Zoo is getting “cultured” for three weekends this season when our guests can take a trip around the world with our “Creatures of Culture International Series.” The Zoo needs craft vendors to sell their wares who match the “theme.” Art relating to animals is exciting as well! All events are 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday. The dates and “themes” are: July 10 – 11 – Creatures of Culture: North America Enjoy American regional cuisine for lunch, buy American crafts and then check out traditional Native American performances. Learn about animals from North America that reside in the Philadelphia Zoo and some of the Creatures of Habitat exhibits that explore endangered North American species August 21 – 22 – Creatures of Culture: Africa Watch and learn dances and try some of the flavorful dishes found in Africa while shopping for great crafts. Find out how you can help endangered species such as the Western Lowland gorilla found in Kenya and Cameroon. October 9 – 10 – Creatures of Culture: Central and South America The Creatures of Culture International Series wraps up with a taste of culture below the equator. Watch craft demonstrations and buy some too! Savor a great Latin lunch after learning about South American endangered species and what you can do to help. Throughout the day, local South American performance groups will be showcasing their talents and highlights of their culture. Don’t forget to check out the LEGO exhibit of Humboldt penguins, (they’re native to Peru)! If you are interested in participating, please contact Karen Spiro, 215-432-5476 or
posted: 6-14-10
Until filled : Wexler Gallery, an internationally recognized gallery showcasing the finest in glass, studio furniture, and design, seeks two part-time interns. Interns will aid gallery staff in all facets of operation including: exhibition planning and installation, database and photo inventory management, filing and organizing, and general gallery administration. Art handling and some lifting required. Must be well organized, self-motivated, and energetic. Basic knowledge of Photoshop, Word, Excel, and digital photography a plus. Wednesdays, Thursdays, First Fridays, and occasional Saturdays preferred. 15-20 hours per week. Unpaid. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to learn about gallery management and the art world. To apply, e-mail resume and cover letter to . For more information, visit www.wexlergallery.com.
posted: 4-18-09