Dreams offer us a glimpse into the realm of the unconscious. Although the images flickering and manifesting behind our eyes may seem bizarre and nonsensical, analysis of one’s dreams can reveal their essence. Beneath the surface of our consciousness, the latent content of dreams illustrates the hidden meaning of our thoughts, drives, and desires. We suppress the manifestation of our unconscious to defend ourselves from primitive emotions that are especially difficult to contend with. What is revealed to you as you sleep and perchance to dream? What images make you stop and ask—am I dreaming?
Call For Entries: In Dreams
Call to Artists: Collage Artist Residency Scotland-Spring 2023
An in-person residency at MERZ Gallery in Sanquhar, Scotland centered on collage artists who seek to engage with place in their practice in community with other artists. Residents will make artwork for exhibition and a collaborative work.
Early Deadline to Apply: 30 December 2022. The Final Deadline (if space is available) is 29 January 2023. Submissions will be reviewed on a rolling basis until space is filled. Artists are encouraged to apply well before the deadline.
When artists approach a place as an archive, they draw out a deeper, more complex understanding of that place that enriches our understanding of our communities, helps us be better citizens, and empowers us to take better care of our neighbors. Collage Artist Residency: Scotland is a week-long artist residency designed for artists working in collage who seek to engage with place in their practice in community with other artists. Using the rural community of Sanquhar, Scotland as a laboratory, artists will spend a week making artwork; learning about the place, its people, and its history; and discussing how art can capture, share, reflect, comment, and otherwise engage with a sense of place. The goal of the residency is to develop an individual methodology for responding to place in one’s art practice and to make a work of art about Sanquhar that speaks to and about the people and land. Our hope is that artists will return to their home communities with fresh eyes and be prepared to see their communities in a unique way.
The residency will unfold over the course of a week. Each day the group will meet in the morning for a presentation or workshop. We will hear from guest artists and local historians about Sanquhar and faculty will make presentations about place in art and strategies for incorporating place into one’s practice. Designed for collage artists, professional development sessions focus on artist practice: topics include Collage Theory; Sourcing Materials, Copyright, Appropriation; Developing Materials; Collaboration; and Collage in Presentation.
In the afternoons, artists may choose to make art or take up an afternoon activity such as a walk to the River Nith and castle or a visit to the Tolbooth Museum or Saint Bride’s church or an afternoon trip via rail to Dumfries or Glasgow. Artists will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with faculty. In the evenings, we will convene at the Nithsdale Pub to informally share the experience of our days.
During the residency, residents will make a series of collages which will be shown in exhibition at MERZ for World Collage Day 2023 and at Kolaj Fest New Orleans 2023. Artists will also participate in a collaborative project during the Residency. After the residency, artists will be invited to submit 3-5 collages and a statement for inclusion in a book of collage about Sanquhar that will be published by Kolaj Institute in 2024.
Call to Artists: Curating Collage Workshop-January 2023
A four week, virtual/online workshop in January 2023
Deadline: 28 December 2022
Curating is a vital part of art’s function: a curator creates a bridge between artwork and audience. For artists, this process can be confusing and mysterious. The goal of the Curating Collage Workshop is to equip artists with the tools to curate their own work, to work with curators, and build exhibitions that connect with diverse audiences.
The Curating Collage Workshop is a four-week program designed to train artists as curators. In four virtual meetings over four weeks and through ongoing, online discussion, we will explore the fundamentals of curating, how to create critical context for collage, and various strategies for presenting collage to an audience. Topics will include art writing; gallery and museum issues; documenting artist practice; and working with art professionals.
The Curating Collage Workshop will focus on the role of the exhibition: How do we exhibit collage? What is needed from collage to function in a commercial gallery, art center, or museum? How do we build exhibitions that go beyond the “Cut and Paste” group show model that is prevalent today? What does it mean to be artist-centric, medium-centric, or viewer-centric in the presentation of collage in exhibition? And the workshop will explore ideas around Curation: What is a curator and what is their role? How do we introduce collage to viewers? How do we build an audience for collage and generate enthusiasm and a sense of value for the work? How do we take collage where it needs to go to reach the viewers it is intended to reach?
Artists in the workshop will curate each other’s work and produce a statement of practice, biography, and critical context for a body of work. This material may be developed into a proposal for an exhibition or book or may be adapted for publication in Kolaj Magazine. Artists will leave the workshop with a collection of texts that document and provide critical context for their work and a proposal for an exhibition or publication.
Executive Artistic Director
The Opportunity
MOXIE Theatre, a game-changing, equity-driven, launchpad for women+ in theatre, is opening the curtain and inviting a new leader to step into the spotlight. Now in our 18th season, we’re looking for an innovative theatre arts leader, who is passionate about gender equality, committed to anti-racism, and ON FIRE for MOXIE’s mission to create more diverse and honest images of women+ for our culture. A leader who is prepared to take the next step in their career and lead our award-winning company into our next chapter. MOXIE’s present Executive Artistic Director, along with the other three founding members, committed to building the organization in order to pass it forward. Now we’re stronger than ever, with a committed board and staff, financial stability, and a culture of respect and gratitude. We’re passing the torch forward to our next Executive Artistic Director. Applicants of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Organization
MOXIE Theatre is located in San Diego in a 99-seat theatre. Our production history reflects our commitment to seeking and supporting new work. We’re dedicated to producing work written by women+ and to providing career opportunities to women+ in theatre, especially in areas of leadership and technical theatre, with a commitment to 50% BIPOC representation in our production and artistic teams. We use “women+” to acknowledge and make space for all underrepresented genders. Our company culture is firmly rooted in respecting the whole person by honoring lived experience, embracing access needs, and celebrating parents and caregivers. If you can’t focus in a meeting where someone is breastfeeding, MOXIE may not be your jam.
QUALITIES AND SKILLS
- A passion for MOXIE’s mission.
- A deep respect for people’s lived experiences and identity, and a desire to continue to learn and evolve.
- A deep appreciation for and knowledge of theatre, including 3 or more years of professional theatre experience.
- 3 or more years of non-profit management experience.
- Knowledge of all areas of professional theatre production.
- Demonstrated leadership skills and experience.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management, organizational and planning skills.
- Experience working with financial reports and budget management.
- Experience with and passion for both fundraising and marketing.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
FULL ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Artistic Leadership & Vision
- Lead MOXIE in re-examining its mission and further developing its vision, as an organization focused on gender equality.
- Ensure MOXIE upholds its mission and values as an anti-racist organization committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, in all aspects of artistic process and production.
- Uphold MOXIE’s rich history of artistic bravery and excellence by overseeing all stages of artistic programming and hiring and offering guidance at key stages during the artistic process to make sure everything we produce has moxie.
- Assume primary responsibility for MOXIE’s Artistic Programming including setting short and long-term artistic goals, researching, selecting, and securing plays for production, and developing the season calendar.
- Leverage and further knowledge of new and emerging plays, playwrights, and talent locally, across the U.S., and internationally to fulfill MOXIE’s mission and expand the voices, perspectives, and ideas presented in our programming.
- Lead the development of MOXIE’s seasonal artistic budget in collaboration with MOXIE’s Production Manager and hold the company accountable for staying on budget throughout the course of the season. Budgeting is badass!
- Represent MOXIE at all company events and key community events and build relationships with artists and community leaders.
Executive & Strategic Leadership
- Lead the organization, in collaboration with the Board of Directors and staff, in the development and implementation of a new strategic plan for the next chapter in MOXIE’s history.
- Act as the staff representative and report directly to the Board of Directors, attending meetings, providing financial and artistic reports, and building relationships with and engagement of all board members. Wine is sometimes involved…
- Oversee MOXIE’s finances and financial planning, in collaboration with the staff and Board of Directors, including the development and implementation of the annual operating budget.
- In collaboration with the Development Director, serve as a key fundraiser for the organization and cultivate and nurture relationships with individual and institutional funders, and expand the network of supporters to realize MOXIE’s mission.
- Guide and support all marketing and public relations plans in collaboration with MOXIE’s Marketing Manager to build MOXIE’s brand, enhance audience growth and increase public awareness of our programming and mission.
- Ensure that the appropriate business plans, systems, and resources are in place to support the organization’s strategic mission, vision, values, and goals.
- Provide day-to-day management and mentorship to the staff and encourage professional and career development, celebrating successes big and small.
- Guide and oversee the staff in human resource policies and procedures and other internal organizational management practices to foster a balanced, secure, and well-run organization.
- Make time to grab a cup of coffee with a staff member, scratch the belly of Snoopy the box office, dog or hold the baby that may be in the office that day so their mom can work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Creative and dynamic engagement with artists, employees, volunteers, donors, and patrons.
- Fast-paced and quickly evolving.
- Requires a balance of independent work and collaboration.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as needed.
- Flexibility to work remotely for some hours.
- Inclusive and diverse culture which celebrates access needs and unique perspectives.
- Family-oriented. MOXIE honors working parents and caregivers by offering opportunities to staff and artists to continue to work and balance the challenges of caregiving.
SALARY – Salaried position of $70-80,000
APPLICATIONS – Please submit by email:
- A cover letter sharing why you are a great fit for this position.
- Your resume/curriculum vitae.
Review of applications and interviews will begin on 12/15 and continue on a rolling basis.
Programs Assistant
Title: Programs Assistant
Reports To: Programs Manager
Customary Schedule:
School Year Hours (20 hours/week)
Mondays through Thursdays (3 PM – 7 PM) and Saturdays 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
May include additional hours as needed for rentals and community events.
Summer Hours will be flexed to not exceed
6 weeks of summer (30 hours/week)
Compensation: Based on experience, ranging from $20 to $24/hour
Position Summary:
One of the things that make Destiny Arts Center unique – and that causes families to remain with us for years – is our culture of welcome and our ability to create a safe place for anyone who comes in contact with us. The ideal candidate must embody the principles of non-violence in every interaction, setting the example of engaged, respectful communication with all we encounter. The particular tasks and responsibilities associated with this position are created with this purpose in mind.
The Programs Associate embodies the warmth, professionalism and culture of Destiny Arts Center. This position has two major responsibilities: ensuring the safety of the children and families at DAC while also providing administrative support for onsite and school & communities programs. The candidate must be detail oriented and highly organized with the ability to initiate and follow-through on projects. Additionally, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a keen awareness of priorities is helpful. The Programs Associate also manages office systems and communicates with parents/guardians, students, visitors and staff upholding Destiny’s “culture of welcome” in every interaction.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Security/Safety
Ensure safety of DAC by monitoring everyone entering the building
Greet each child and family member, and ensure that each person receives the Destiny welcome upon entering the building
Ensure that children leave with the appropriate person
Ensure that all children are safe while within the facility
Reception & Caregiver Support
Maintain a warm, friendly and helpful demeanor in all interactions
Assist caregiver orientations and support quarterly events onsite for caregiver and community members.
Answer telephones/emails, screen and forward calls, provide program information, take messages and schedule appointments
Assist in sending communications to caregivers and families (through system or emails)
Greet people entering Destiny Arts Center making them feel welcome and attended to and direct them to the proper location
Administrative Support/ Database Management
Assist with student enrollment, fee collection, membership information and all related program records and accounts
Gathering and inputting data for grant tracking and reports, i.e. demographic data and attendance logs
Assist with general coordination of student & parent/guardian survey administration, collection, and data entry, including assessment data that supports organizational evaluations
Gather feedback from classes and synthesize in to usable data for stakeholders
Train in Payroll administration to provide backup support when needed
Organize and distribute documentation from programs, including videos and photographs
General Program Support
Provide class support/assistance when needed. Assist and support teaching artists as needed
Enforce program policies and guidelines
Ensure that students sign in when entering the facility
Help with management of the sale and inventory of all uniforms and merchandise
Prep and maintain program spaces when needed; Help keep entrance area, hallways, studios and outside entryway area neat and organized
Assist with volunteer management as needed
Accountable to cash-management and point-of-sale best practices and expectations
Provide overall administrative support to the Programs Manager
Provide additional support and input into program and curriculum design when needed
Support regular communication with stakeholders: Teaching Artist, Staff, and families
Provide production support for Destiny’s culminating events (Love in Action and Moving for Peace)
Set up and offer simple snacks for students entering the space
Go on a weekly run to the Food Bank to select snacks for programs (access to own transportation is desirable but not required)
Non-Physical Demands/Qualifications:
A strong commitment to the mission, goals and work of Destiny Arts Center
Highly organized and detail oriented
Self-starter with the ability to work independently
Ability to work to organize and prioritize projects, as well as take initiative
Comfortable working with people of all ages, socio-economic backgrounds, ethnicities, and sexualities
Excellent interpersonal skills necessary to interact with management, staff, and clients (students & parents/guardians)
Comfortable in a multi-task environment with frequent interruptions and short deadlines, and sometimes a high degree of pressure
Intermediate Excel, Word and PowerPoint skills
Experience working in Mac operating systems
Spanish speaking ability is preferred
Physical Demands/Qualifications:
Walking and/or standing approximately 15% of the day.
Sitting approximately 85% of the day.
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Less than 5% of the day.
Must be able to reach, bend, or stoop. Less than 10% of the day.
Must be able to reach over the head. Less than 10% of the day.
Environmental Conditions:
The environment within the workspace is clean, well lit and free from extremes of temperature and humidity. At times, the incumbent will be required to go out-of-doors and into various parts of the facility subjecting them to variations in temperature and humidity.
This position description does not promise or imply that the functions listed are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change, or be eliminated. Management reserves the right to revise the responsibilities or to require other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, rush jobs, or technological developments).
APPLICATION PROCESS
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references to careers@destinyarts.org (include “Programs Assistant” in the subject line). Please note we will review applications on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled.
EOE STATEMENT
Destiny Arts Center does not discriminate based on race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, prior contact with the criminal legal system, or any other basis prohibited by law.
38th Annual Made in California Juried Exhibition
This annual juried exhibit showcases artwork from all over the state of California. Made in California strives to highlight artists in all stages of their careers and offers them a chance to compete for a number of cash prizes, as well as the coveted solo show opportunity. This regional show features artwork from an extensive variety of mediums and explores creative movements happening in California.
Open to all living artists ages 18 and up, residing in California. All entries must be original, completed in the past three years, and not previously shown at the Brea Gallery. All mediums are welcome.
Exhibit Dates
April 29 – June 23, 2023
Deadline to submit is February 16th, 2023.
