Exhibition Dates: June 10 – August 1, 2021
The Museum of Northern California Art is seeking all media artwork for the
upcoming juried exhibition, Safe Haven.
The theme invites multiple perspectives including: your own sense and
experience of a safe space; your thoughts on addressing the complex
social issues of homelessness; your observations that may be tinted by
compassion, confusion or personal involvement. The museum’s exhibition
committee will make final selections.
ELIGIBILITY: Original works, all media (installation, visual art, photography,
performance, spoken word, video, music) created by artists residing in Northern
California, defined as San Jose and all points north, east, and west to the state border.
All exhibited artworks must remain in the exhibition until 5 p.m. on August 1, 2021. *No
work previously exhibited at monca.
Deadline for entries: May 21, 2021, at 5 pm.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
● Your entry should be emailed to: submissions@monca.org with the
SUBJECT of the email as “Safe Haven.”
● The email must contain:
Artist’s name, address, phone(s), email address
image files (see below for file-naming format)
information for each piece (see below for details)
A résumé or c.v. and/or a brief artist statement
Indicate payment method for entry fee
monca / 900 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926 / 530.487.7272REQUIREMENTS FOR IMAGE LABELLING and DESCRIPTIONS
Image files should be in .jpg format, naming the file with the artist’s name
followed by 1, 2, 3 etc. Example joesmith1.jpg
For each image, include:
1. Image number (from the filename)
2. Title
3. Medium
4. Dimensions
5. Date of work
6. Any special display or hanging needs
7. Price or NFS
The price should include a 50% museum commission. Prices will not appear on
the gallery signage but instead will be available on request.
ENTRY FEE: $35 for up to 3 images; $10 for each additional entry.
● Checks or credit card payments must reach monca by May 21 at 5 pm.
● Make check payable to monca and write ‘Safe Haven entry fee’ in the memo.
Your canceled check is your receipt.
● For credit card payment, call 530.487.7272—leave name and phone number for
callback. Or email Pat Macias for a callback at pkmacias@comcast.net with your name and
phone—–do not email your credit card number.
Jury notifications will be emailed on May 25, 2021, along with delivery
instructions for accepted works.
ART DELIVERY
Accepted works will be received at 900 Esplanade on the following dates: May
27-30,
June 3-6 from 11-5 pm. Please follow safety protocols. Mask will be required.
All work must be delivered ready to hang or display. Works to hang on the
wall must be wired; no sawtooth hangers. Any special display or hanging needs
must be described in the application.
Artist’s name, phone, and title of work must be on the back of each artwork.
Please note
If you are not a local artist or if for any reason you must ship your work, return postage
arrangements will be required upfront. If the work does not sell, it will be re-packaged in
its original shipping materials and sent back to you at your cost.
If shipping the work, please insure it. If glazed, make sure to use Plexiglas to prevent
breakage since glass could damage the artwork. The museum will not be held
responsible for work damaged in shipment.
monca / 900 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95926 / 530.487.7272Safe Haven IMPORTANT DATES
Deadline for entries: May 21 at 5 pm
Jury results notification: May 25
Artwork delivery: May 27-30, June 3-6, 11-5 pm
Opening reception: June 10, 5:30-8:00
Panel Conversations: TBD – please let us know if you would like to participate.
Artwork pickup: August 1 at 5 pm, August 5-8, August 12-15, 11-5 pm
Works left beyond August 15 are assessed a storage fee of $5 per piece,
per day (Thurs-Sun). Works left beyond September 19, 2021 will become
the property of monca.
Insurance is the responsibility of the artist. monca will be diligent in
the care of artwork but is not responsible for any loss or damage that
might occur.
Northern CA
Safe Haven
The Museum of Northern California Art is seeking all media artwork for the upcoming juried exhibition, Safe Haven. What do you call your safe haven? Shelter, connections, place, home? What keeps us sane or not?
EcoArts Sculpture Walk
Middletown Art Center (MAC) is seeking artists interested in responding to the natural environment of Middletown Trailside Park through materials and content. Participation is a unique opportunity to address continuous recovery through thoughtful artistry and/or restoration. Projects should integrate the spirit and materials of the park and the ‘locus’ of Lake County.
The first public art venue in Lake County, EcoArts Sculpture Walk was founded in 2003 and featured work by 20-30 regional artists annually. MAC opened in the spring of 2015 to expand arts access and provide a year-round arts venue. That fall, the Valley Fire devastated 76,067 acres in the South Lake County area, including the park, Sculpture Walk and 1300 homes. Though the park was transformed, the Sculpture Walk reopened in 2019. The 2020 exhibit was stymied by COVID-19 but several works from the 2019 exhibit remain on view in the park.
“This 15th year of the Sculpture Walk our primary purpose remains supporting revitalization of the land, mending of damaged ecosystems, and inspiring a dialogue with nature both for artists and visitors”, said MAC Director, Lisa Kaplan. “Historically, most work was removed in November, at the beginning of winter, but strong work that contributes to ecosystem revitalization may be permitted to remain onsite.”
A visit to the park is encouraged to observe the changed and recovering environment. Trailside Park is open from dawn to dusk daily and located about 1.5 miles outside of Middletown off Hwy 175 at 21435 Dry Creek Cutoff. Additional samples and videos of work and the guide from the 2019 exhibit can be found at middletownartcenter.org/ecoarts.
Applications and concept sketches may be submitted anytime before April 20. Photos of work in progress or finished work are welcome. Applications can be found at middletownartcenter.org/ecoarts and should be submitted via email to artwork@middletownartcenter.org.
CALL FOR ARTISTS: Fifth Street Parking Garage Public Art
CALL FOR ARTISTS: REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
This public art opportunity is for an artist or team of artists to design and execute a site-specific public art for the southwest exterior wall (facing Orchard Street and Fifth Street) of the Fifth Street Parking Garage in downtown Santa Rosa.
The goal of this completed project is to draw positive attention to and increase the visibility of the Fifth Street Garage, which even regular visitors to the downtown often do not know exists. The art will distinguish the garage from nearby structures, serve as a wayfinding element through identification and draw people to the site. The artwork will improve the aesthetics of the garage as seen from the street and by pedestrians.
HOW TO APPLY
Go online to https://srcity.submittable.com/submit. Select the icon for ‘Fifth Street Parking Garage’ and complete the Submittable online form.
Once submitted, a follow-up email will notify the applicant that their application has been successfully received via the email provided in the online form. Please contact David Ward, City of Santa Rosa Public Art Project Manager at dward@srcity.org or at (707) 543-4669 with any questions or concerns about the submission process.
APPLICATION DEADLINE – EXTENDED
March 29, 2021
Applications must be received by the City of Santa Rosa no later than 5:00pm on the due date.
ELIGIBILITY
This commission is open to practicing, professional artists residing in Northern California. Sonoma County artists are encouraged to apply.
PROJECT LOCATION
The Fifth Street Parking Garage is located at 735 Fifth Street on the north side of Fifth between Beaver Street and Orchard Street in downtown Santa Rosa, and sometimes referred to as “Parking Garage 3”.
The “canvas” for this project is to be contained within the exterior wall space with an approximate maximum dimension of 901 square feet, of which 670 square feet is concrete surfaces and 231 square feet is open to the parking on each floor. 2D materials, such as painted murals or other flat applications are encouraged, however, 3D materials including light-based installations will be considered with proper engineering and mounting/installation. The public artwork should consider the existing landscaping and hardscape, lighting, and viewer’s perspective.
There are two points of vehicle access into the garage on Beaver and Orchard Streets and pedestrian access on Fifth Street. This opportunity has identified an exterior, southwest facing wall to be the site of the public art.
Built in 1982, the Fifth Street Garage serves the northeast section of downtown Santa Rosa. The garage has five floors dedicated to parking and contains a total of 708 vehicle spaces. Santa Rosa is the largest city in Sonoma County with an estimated population of 177,586. The city operates as the county seat and serves a wider county population of 500,000.
PROJECT BUDGET
The total available funding for the project is $20,000 (all inclusive – design and construction).
This amount is inclusive of all costs associated with this public art project including, but not limited to, artist fees, other consultants’ and subcontractors’ fees, insurance, engineering, permits, materials, fabrication, transportation, installation (including any site modification beyond City responsibility), artwork plaque and post installation documentation.
ESTIMATED COMPETITION TIMELINE (subject to change) – updated 3/9/2021
March 29, 2021 – Deadline (EXTENDED) to submit qualifications
April 19 – Finalists notified
April 28 – Project orientation for finalists
June 9 – Deadline to submit proposals
June 14-28 – Public display and other engagement opportunities
August 2 – Selection Panel makes final recommendation to Art in Public Places Committee
By February 2022 – Installation and completion
Manager of Finance & Administration – Full Time
Thanks to programmatic growth, increasing attendance numbers, and dedicated community support, Bolinas Museum has reached new heights over the past decade. This newly created position reflects this evolution. The Manager of Finance & Administration will work closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement short- and long-term strategic plans and initiatives to support growth over the next five to ten years. The successful candidate will continue to build effective financial and administrative systems including accounting, facility, information technologies, human resources, and daily operational functions. Working closely with a small staff, she/he/they may oversee volunteers and be a liaison to Board members and donors. The ideal candidate will have proven non-profit financial and administrative experience, and an interest in the arts and serving rural Marin County communities. This is a mid-level position with room for growth depending on skills and career goals.
To learn more, visit: bolinasmuseum.org/about/join-the-team/
Communications & Community Engagement Coordinator / Part Time
Bolinas Museum is seeking an experienced, organized, and creative team player to drive marketing and communications efforts and to coordinate the museum’s diverse public programs and fundraising events. Reporting to the Executive Director, through multiple communication strategies, the successful candidate supports efforts to serve the museum’s mission and community, attract diverse audiences, raise awareness, increase revenues, and cultivate donors and members. She/He/They also maintains a cheerful presence as they coordinate and manage in-person and online public programs such as gallery talks, courtyard concerts, lectures, workshops, tours, and opening receptions, as well as annual fundraisers including small friend-raising events and larger gatherings. The ideal candidate is quality driven, self-motivated, detail oriented, budget conscious, flexible, and a problem solver with strong communication skills and experience serving a nonprofit in a marketing and events coordination role. To learn more, visit: bolinasmuseum.org/about/join-the-team/
