The Oakland Public Art Program is inviting emerging and experienced California artists to submit applications for inclusion in a Public Art Prequalified Artist Roster. Selected artists will be considered for public art commissions from the City of Oakland to create new work for various city improvement projects. The deadline to apply is August 16th, 2024, 11:59 pm PST. Please read the full RFQ at www.oaklandca.gov/publicartroster.
Visual Arts
New Visionary Magazine – Issue 12
New Visionary Magazine, Issue 12
New Visionary Magazine, a publication by Visionary Art Collective, features contemporary artists, exclusive interviews with art world professionals, and valuable art career resources. Based in New York City, Visionary Art Collective aims to uplift artists through magazine features, virtual exhibitions, podcast interviews, and mentorship programs.
We are seeking artists of all experience levels to highlight in our upcoming issue. Selected artists will receive a 2-page spread, along with a custom article about their work written by our head writer.
Issue 12 will be curated by the New Visionary Magazine Team, which includes Victoria J. Fry, Emma Hapner, Veronica Petty, Valerie Auersperg, and Blair Beusman.
Victoria J. Fry is the Founder of Visionary Art Collective, Editor in Chief of New Visionary Magazine, and Director of Warnes Contemporary Gallery in Brooklyn, NY.
Emma Hapner, an accomplished NYC-based painter, manages the Visionary Art Collective blog, conducts interviews with leading art world professionals for our publication, and oversees daily administrative operations.
Veronica Petty, the Founder of Domingo Comms, offers personalized services in communications, art advisory, and interior design, and serves as the Director of Media Partnerships.
Valerie Auersperg, an esteemed visual artist based in New Zealand, is also the graphic designer behind each issue.
Blair Beusman, who has worked for a variety of cultural publications and organizations including The New Yorker, Literary Hub, and PEN America, is the head writer for our magazine.
Eligibility: This opportunity is open to artists of all career levels globally. This is an open call with no specific theme. We are looking for a wide range of artwork to include. Must be 18+ to submit.
We accept all 2D & 3D mediums, including painting, drawing, photography, digital, prints, fiber art, collage, mixed media, sculpture, ceramics, and installation art.
Submission info:
You may submit 3-4 images of your work for $25, 5-6 images for $28, or 7-8 images for $32.
If selected, we require a $35 publishing fee prior to the magazine’s release date.
You do not need to include the dates of artwork that you submit.
Selected artists will have a custom article written about their work and published in the magazine.
Requirements:
Please be sure to include high-quality images of your work, 300 DPI, minimum 800 pixels wide
All images must be cropped to show only the artwork (unless sculpture or ceramics)
Bio, 300 words max
Artist Statement, 300 words max
Files no larger than 10 MB
All communication regarding this opportunity will take place via Submittable.
Artists will be notified within 3-4 weeks after submissions close.
Visionary Art Collective’s mission is to uplift emerging artists through opportunities and resources. The submission fees we receive go towards paying our curator and team, marketing and promoting the artists work, and providing educational resources for artists in our digital library.
To learn more about our magazine, visit visionaryartcollective.com/magazine
Art A La Carte Competition & Virtual Exhibition
Deadline: October 28th, 2024.
Entry Fee: $25 for 2 images
Are you ready to capture the essence of culinary creativity? We invite talented artists and photographers to participate in our “Art A La Carte” Food-themed Online Art Competition. This is your chance to explore the myriad aspects and meanings of food, from the colors and textures to the cultural and personal significance, and present your unique interpretation.
Consider the vibrant colors of fresh produce, the intricate details of a gourmet dish, or the warmth of a family meal. Perhaps your work reflects the joy of cooking, the diversity of global cuisines, or the simple beauty of a single ingredient.
With a potential to win $750 in cash prizes, this is an opportunity not to be missed! The Best in Show award offers a $250 cash prize, a solo exhibition, and extensive promotion. Plus, entry automatically qualifies you for the Blu Sky Artist Award, with a chance to win $500!
We welcome all styles and mediums, from vibrant paintings and detailed drawings to evocative photographs and mixed media pieces. Show us how you perceive the essence of food and let your creativity shine. Join us in celebrating the art of food through your artwork. Submit your entries now using the online form and share your vision with the world!
Apply here:
Call for Artists: Spring 2025 CICA Art Studio Program
CICA Museum invites artists worldwide to participate in the CICA Art Studio Program for Spring 2025. The program will take place at the CICA Museum in Spring 2025, with available months are from November 2024 to June 2025. Each artist will be allocated a studio space of around 44m2 for one month, where they will have a solo exhibition at the assigned space for 1-2 weeks during the term based on their preference. The artist may collaborate with CICA Museum and/or CICA Kids Lab to conduct workshops or performances. Furthermore, the artist will be showcased in the e-book, “CICA Art Now 2025,” with the option to order a print edition.
*The categories include:
– Painting
– Photography
– Sculpture and Installation Art
– Design
– Performance
– Theater and Film
– Video & New Media Art
*Term and Conditions:
Each artist will be allocated a studio space of approximately 44m2 at the CICA Museum for one month between November 2024 and June 2025. The artist will have access to the designated space throughout the agreed period. Basic tools such as hammers, levels, tape measures, electric drills, screws, and a ladder will be provided for use. Please note that sleeping in the facility is prohibited.
The artist will need to contribute the registration fee of $900 USD to confirm the participation. During the agreed period, the artist can collaborate with CICA Museum and/or CICA Kid’s Lab on an art project, as well as conduct workshops or performances. If any profits are made from selling artworks, tickets, etc., the artist will receive a 90% commission. The museum will promote the events on social media and in communities, covering the promotional costs with its 10% commission. If you are interested in collaborating, please mention it in the submission email.
*Timeline:
August 23, 2024: Close submissions
September 1-20, 2024: Approvals: Selected artists will be notified by email.
November 2024 – June 2025: Art Studio Program (Each artist will participate for one month).
August 1, 2025: Expected publication date of “CICA Art Now 2025″
*How to submit your work: Please visit our website for more information.
https://cicamuseum.com/call-for-artists-artist-studio-program/
We look forward to the participation of creative artists. If you have any questions, please visit our “Contact Us” page (http://cicamuseum.com/contact) and leave a message.
Joy | Juried Art Exhibition
UPWARD Gallery invites worldwide artists to submit artwork for our juried exhibition, Joy.
Artists 18 and older are encouraged to submit their works in any medium, style, and genre.
Acceptable mediums include all traditional art media (e.g., oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, gouache, egg tempera, pen and ink; drawing media such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, scratch board, markers, metal point), sculpture, digital painting, arts and crafts (beadwork, pottery, embroidery, floristry, batik, stained glass, two-dimensional collage and fabric art as well, etc.).
Our platform is designed to share art with new audiences and help artists expand their influence and become known. To achieve our goal, we curate themed online exhibitions and publish UPWARD’s Quarterly, a printed art periodical.
All accepted pieces will be displayed on our website, upwardgallery.com. Art industry professionals will review the artworks, and selected pieces will be published in our magazine. We will showcase the artists behind the selected works by featuring them in interviews, profiles, solo exhibitions, and studio visits.
$12 for entry, $10 (2-4 entries), $9 (5 or more entries).
Deadline: September 5, 2024
Visit https://upwardgallery.com/ad/competitions/87/joy for a full information.
Cityscape | Juried Art Exhibition
UPWARD Gallery invites worldwide artists to submit artwork for our juried exhibition, Cityscape.
Artists 18 and older are encouraged to submit their works in any medium, style, and genre.
Acceptable mediums include all traditional art media (e.g., oil, watercolor, acrylic, pastel, mixed media, gouache, egg tempera, pen and ink; drawing media such as graphite, charcoal, colored pencils, scratch board, markers, metal point), sculpture, digital painting, arts and crafts (beadwork, pottery, embroidery, floristry, batik, stained glass, two-dimensional collage and fabric art as well, etc.).
Our platform is designed to share art with new audiences and help artists expand their influence and become known. To achieve our goal, we curate themed online exhibitions and publish UPWARD’s Quarterly, a printed art periodical.
All accepted pieces will be displayed on our website, upwardgallery.com. Art industry professionals will review the artworks, and selected pieces will be published in our magazine. We will showcase the artists behind the selected works by featuring them in interviews, profiles, solo exhibitions, and studio visits.
$12 for entry, $10 (2-4 entries), $9 (5 or more entries).
Deadline: August 29, 2024
Visit https://upwardgallery.com/ad/competitions/86/cityscape for a full information.
