The City of Dublin invites qualified professional artists, or high school student artists working under the supervision of an art teacher or art professional, to submit designs for painted utility boxes, beginning February 14, 2022 through April 22, 2022. All the approved utility boxes are City-owned traffic signal boxes. Winning artists will be paid a $1,000 stipend per utility box painted.
DESGIN THEME: Dublin is celebrating its 40th anniversary since its incorporation in 1982. The City is seeking proposals that illustrate events, milestones, landmarks, and/or Dublin’s diversity since its incorporation.
In addition to the theme proposing artists are encouraged to review existing utility box art collection and develop proposals that are unique and unlike anything the City already has.
All proposals must be received by Heritage and Cultural Arts Supervisor Tyler Phillips by Friday, April 22, 2022, 5:00 p.m.
Applications can be found at: https://dublin.ca.gov/1928/Utility-Box-Art
Visual Arts
Warehouse Coordinator, Art Services
Position: Warehouse Coordinator, Art Services
Status: Full-time | Exempt | Salaried
Compensation Group: Experienced
Reports to: Director of Collection Care & Head Registrar
Hours: Mon – Fri 8:30 am – 6 pm (onsite 9:00 am – 5:30 pm)
1150 25th Street San Francisco, CA 94107
Job Summary:
Minnesota Street Project Art Services is seeking a full-time Warehouse Coordinator, with at least 3 years experience in an art shipping organization or museum. The Warehouse Coordinator will exhibit a friendly and approachable demeanor with all Minnesota Street Project clients, staff, and vendors, acting as a positive ambassador for the Art Services department, as well as the overall Project. This individual acts as the point-person for warehouse scheduling and works closely with other departments to maintain on-time resolutions to time-sensitive projects. This person must value teamwork, have a keen eye for detail, and a passion for art in addition to possessing an aptitude for organization with administrative expertise. This person will demonstrate understanding of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access in the arts and in our daily lives, and has cultural flexibility/agility and a commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Essential Responsibilities:
• Maintain excellent relationships with clientele and vendors, including collectors, galleries, institutions, consultants, and other arts professionals, ensuring industry-leading client satisfaction; ensure strong communication is facilitated and deadlines are continually met.
• Manage the daily scheduling/and utilization of hourly warehouse team-members to maximize capacity and efficiency, ensuring jobs are completed in a timely manner and within budget; strategically populate warehouse calendar with appropriate resources within our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.
• Schedule deliveries (receipts and releases) for multiple warehouse locations through the CRM on behalf of clients, coordinating dock availability with 3rdparty shippers.
• Review job expectations with warehouse teams, maintaining contact throughout the day, proactively gauging and resolving scheduling concerns; prepare warehouse teams for additional duties/redirection of tasks, and ensure all
artworks are properly staged in advance of next day releases.
• Produce all bills of lading (BOLs) to transfer client property in and out of each warehouse location, as well as in-house work orders (WOs) for both client related and non-client-related jobs; this includes photography sessions and viewing room appointments.
• Review paperwork daily to check for detailed accuracy; source and secure necessary artwork release authorizations and process completed BOLS to meet monthly billing deadlines.
• Collaborate daily with Project Coordinator to finalize overlapping logistics such as field job extensions into the warehouse, preparedness of artworks for the field jobs, and Field Art Handler availability for (inhouse) Warehouse-based jobs.
• Collaborate with Operations Manager to schedule internal works orders
(facilities-related tasks, meetings, trainings, etc.), working to secure availability in a timely manner.
• Notify Registration when shipments come in for long-term storage; request pulllists from Registration to schedule in timely manner for collection releases.
• Assist in ensuring heighted warehouse quality control, suggest process, policy, and training recommendations as they arise to best support the movement of artworks and our teams.
• Create packing estimates for safe long-term storage (soft-packs/crates); work
directly with clients and each department to develop packing plans for storage and safe transit as needed.
• Attend weekly office and department meetings, as well as occasional programming events at 1275 Minnesota Street and team gatherings.
• Performs other related duties as required
Required Skills, Abilities, and Experience:
• Minimum 3 years experience in an art shipping organization or museum; must have first-hand warehouse and/or field work experience.
• Ability to quickly identify and resolve problems, effectively prioritize, and manage time efficiently, ensuring projects stay on schedule.
• Attention to detail and accuracy are expressed in day-to-day jobs/projects.
• Excellent communication and client services skills, both verbally and written.
• Proficient with PC and Mac operating systems and software, including Adobe and Microsoft Suites and Filemaker Pro; knowledgeable with the G Suite and CRMs.
• Extended knowledge of crate construction and packing is a plus.
To Apply:
Please submit a single PDF that includes a cover letter and resume to “Warehouse Coordinator – Last Name” to artservicesjobs@minnesotastreetproject.com. No calls, please. We will respond only to applicants we intend to interview. Thank you for your interest in Minnesota Street Project.
Benefits:
Minnesota Street Project offers a competitive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, AD&D, Paid Time Off and Parental Leave, Retirement Savings, 401-k Plan, and Pre-Taxed Commuter and Childcare Benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Minnesota Street Project provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Cascade Canyon Artist in Residence
Located in a spectacular, peaceful setting at the base of Mount Tamalpais and surrounded by redwood and oak trees, O’Hanlon Center for the Arts (OHCA) is a well-established creative haven for artists and writers, having a 50+ year history in Marin County, California.
We will be selecting one visual artist to participate in 2022.
Duration: 4 weeks: June 27 to July 23, 2022
One artist in the Gallery studio space and one artist with full access to the outside grounds and use of Loft Lounge
Applications accepted on CaFE
Our location provides artists of all disciplines to explore, create and reflect on your creative process away from the hectic demands and constraints of daily life while still being able to take advantage of the conveniences a vibrant town that hosts three other exceptional art galleries and three live performance and theater venues. Being able to work in a private, natural setting provides artists an unparalleled opportunity to step away from distractions and focus on their work. If more stimulation is desired, we are just a 20-minute drive to San Francisco and Oakland.
As the residency is intended to be a working retreat, partners/spouses, family and pets are not permitted.
Our residency supports and encourages a collaborative atmosphere among fellow Artists in residence as well as with the membership of O’Hanlon Center for the Arts. We welcome a broad range of creative visual arts disciplines including, sculpture and installations.
OHCA has evening gatherings, discussions, and exchanges with various Bay Area artists at the Center and online. This residency will conclude with a 3-day exhibition of all artists in residence work in our 2-story main gallery space and/or on the grounds. This exhibition will be open to all OHCA members and the wider Bay Area community.
Provided:
Living Quarters close by less than 1/4 mile at a guest house or other neighborhood location (room with restroom and kitchenette)
Individual work/Studio Space (Lower Gallery is 1290 sq ft)
Opportunity for an informal critique by Bay Area Gallery owner
Art exhibition/roundtable discussion & marketing/communication about exhibition & events
Discount at local art supply store Once Around
Access to our Loft Building extensive art library and kitchen
Artist Responsibility:
Personal expenses
Meals/food
Supplies & Materials
Transportation
Offer a drop-in Studio Day to the public plus attendance at Donor Circle dinner.
Application Requirements:
Artist Statement 1 page or 500 words or less. Describe your work process and conceptual development.
Resume: Max 3 pages.
Three References with email, phone, relationship to you & Years known
Images of 10 works created within the last 3 years.
Application Deadline: April 18, 2022
Final Notification of Recipients: May 4, 2022
Call for Artist Submissions: Crocker Art Museum Art Auction Season 2022
The Crocker Art Museum is looking for artists to submit works for the upcoming Art Auction Season– a highly anticipated Sacramento tradition. Last year’s virtual and in-person auctions drew an incredible audience of more than 3 million viewers and 1,000+ bidders from around the world. This can be attributed to the high-quality art contributed by regionally and nationally recognized artists and using an online platform that reaches the broadest possible audience.
The success of these auctions is due to the collective generosity of artists near and far, and we are excited to see what works are submitted for both the Art Auction and Big Names, Small Art (BNSA). To participate in what has truly become an international event, follow the submission instructions below.
Art Auction features a silent auction open to a global audience on Bidsquare, as well as an in-person Live Auction Event. Artists whose works are selected will be included in a special exhibition at the Crocker—on view May 26 to June 4, 2022—and be featured prominently in an Art Auction catalogue distributed to more than 10,000 households. Artists may choose to keep 50% of the proceeds from the sale of their work or donate 100% of the sale to the Museum. All artists donating 100% will receive recognition of the donation in the Art Auction catalogue and a complimentary Family level membership.
Big Names Small Art (BNSA) draws a large audience of new and seasoned art collectors. The event features a silent auction of small-scale pieces (all 12 x 12 inches or less). Each bid begins at $25, regardless of the work’s market value, which creates an environment of fast-paced, friendly competition. All proceeds from BNSA sales benefit the Crocker’s education programs and exhibitions. Artists must be 18 years or older to submit a work.
The silent auction and BNSA will be held virtually on Bidsquare, with bidding scheduled to open in mid-May and to close the weekend of June 4–5. In addition, a small selection of artworks will be featured in a socially distanced Live Art Auction Event at the Museum on Saturday, June 4.
Thank you for considering this opportunity. Your support of these events helps the Crocker bring exciting exhibitions and programs to Sacramento.
Click HERE to view the submission guidelines.
“Photo Finish” juried photography exhibition
The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame (Saratoga Springs, NY) is pleased to announce the return of its juried photography exhibition program and requests submissions for our fourth annual exhibition. Amateur and professional photographers are encouraged to submit images that document the entire racing experience, from the farm to the backstretch to the winner’s circle and everything in between; it’s up to the photographer to be as creative as possible and interpret the theme. The only requirement is that the submitted photographs must relate to the sport of Thoroughbred racing in America. A panel of judges will select the photographs for exhibition which opens in November, and additional entries may be considered for inclusion in the online exhibition at the jurors’ discretion.
Photographs for consideration must be sent with a completed entry form to photofinish@racingmuseum.net by May 30th. The official entry form with additional details can be found here: https://racingmuseum.org/photo-finish
42nd International Exhibition
The San Diego Watercolor Society announces its Call for Entries for the 42nd International Exhibition to be held in San Diego during October, 2022. The exhibition is open to all water-based media artists. On-line entries only. Juror is award-winning artist Linda Daly Baker, AWS, TWSA. The deadline for entries is May 8, 2022. $19,000 in cash and merchandise awards anticipated. For more information and to view the prospectus visit https://www.sdws.org. For questions contact ishowinformation@sdws.org. All accepted paintings must be shipped or hand delivered to the SDWS Gallery and will be for sale, both in the Gallery and online, increasing your exposure!
