CALL TO ARTISTS & COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
- SAACA Arts, Creative & Maker Opportunities for makers, creatives, chefs, musicians and more
- Arts Based Job Opportunities
- Public Art
- Call to Artists
- Community Arts Engagement & Learning Opportunities
- SAACA Job & Internship Opportunities
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance is dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the arts. By supporting and developing innovative community arts programming, we help create communities capable of positive, diverse and equitable public dialogue and action. We believe the arts provide a tool for mobilization and build community leadership and capacity.
We are proud to collaborate with local businesses, governments, arts and cultural organizations, and individual artists in our community to create custom arts partnerships and opportunities.
If you are a community member and would like to add an artist opportunity to our monthly updates, please fill out the link below.
We are proud to collaborate with local businesses, governments, arts and cultural organizations, and individual artists in our community to create custom arts partnerships and opportunities.
If you are a community member and would like to add an artist opportunity to our monthly updates, please fill out the link below.
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QUESTIONS?
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VISUAL ART OPPORTUNITIES
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Desert Ridge Plein Air Festival - Artist Registration
When: Saturday, March 7, 2020, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Where: Desert Ridge Marketplace (Loop 101 & Tatum Boulevard Phoenix, AZ) 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85050 There is no registration fee to participate. Presented by Desert Ridge Marketplace, a Vestar property, and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, the festival provides a unique opportunity for artists to create original painted artworks live and in the open air, capturing the essence of a vibrant retail and community space while inviting shoppers to experience the sight, sound, and even texture of the plein air process. 25 artists will compete in the painting competition with $1,600 in cash prizes and a chance to become part of the official Desert Ridge Plein Air Gallery. The festival competition is open to any artist who paints using the Plein Air technique in oil, watercolor, acrylic, or pastel. Plein Air (open air) paintings are executed outdoors from real life, as opposed to being painted from photographs in a studio. Both artist and subject must be outdoors, and photographs are NOT used. Contemporary plein air artists capture moments in time that reflect the ever- changing colors, light and shadows, temperature and shifting elements. This art form requires stamina, focus and the ability to be completely absorbed in their work regardless of their surroundings. |
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Desert Ridge Plein Air Painting Festival - Youth Plein Air Workshop Registration
When: Saturday, March 7, 2020, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Where: Desert Ridge Marketplace (Loop 101 & Tatum Boulevard Phoenix, AZ) 21001 N. Tatum Blvd. Phoenix, AZ 85050 There is no registration fee to participate. Artist materials will be supplied. Presented by Desert Ridge Marketplace, a Vestar property, and the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance, the FREE youth workshop is a component of the Desert Ridge Plein Air Festival (9:30 AM - 5 PM) which will offer a unique opportunity for young, student artists to create original painted artworks live and in the open air, while being provided hands-on guidance from professional artist instructors. The Youth Plein Air participants will have the opportunity to have their pieces judged, compete for three cash prizes, and have the opportunity to become part of the official Desert Ridge Plein Air Gallery! The Youth Plein Air workshop is festival competition is open to youth artists age 10-17, painting using the Plein Air technique in oil, watercolor, acrylic, or pastel. To ensure each participant is given the necessary guidance and one-on-one attention the Youth Plein Air Workshop will be limited to 20 participants maximum. Registrations are accepted on a first come, first served basis, pre-registration is encouraged. |
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Recycled Art Exhibition – Roche Tissue Diagnostics Community Gallery
Submission period open until March 16, 2020. All artists will be notified of acceptance in to the exhibition via email on March 23, 2020. In celebration of Earth Day, artists are invited to submit entries to a group exhibition celebrating the themes or reuse, re-purposing, and transformation. Entries should reflect this theme by use of non-traditional materials in the creation of the work. Taking items that would typically be thrown away and creatively up-cycling them into works of art. Guidelines: Entries must be framed or gallery wrapped and ready to hang on Roche Tissue Diagnostics’ hook system. Work should be no larger than 40” x 40” and not exceed a weight of more than 35 pounds. Please put wire hangers (horizontally) on the backs of all hanging artwork and pull taut. No free-standing three-dimensional art can be accommodated in this gallery. Artists are invited to submit up to 5 entries. |
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Tempe Marketplace Chalk Walk Festival - Artist Application
Application Deadline March 18, 2020. All artists will be notified of acceptance on March 25, 2020. All roads lead to creativity as talented artists transform the sidewalks of Tempe Marketplace into beautiful works of art during Chalk Walk: Festival of Street Paintings + Chalk Murals, a family-friendly event on Saturday, April 25th from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Visitors to the Marketplace will watch as local muralists create spectacular painted works throughout the shopping center and will have the opportunity to translate their inspiration into colorful creations. The theme of this year's festival is Planet Earth. Artists are encouraged to submit designs representing our magnificent planet. Some ideas are clean air and water, nature, animals, oceans, mountains, the sky, atmosphere, sunrise or sunset, rainbows, or weather. Let’s celebrate OUR Planet… EARTH! Because… as the saying goes… EARTH without “ART” is just eh! |
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Second Saturday Monthly Artisan Markets at the CATALYST Collaborative Arts & Maker Space at the Tucson Mall
SAACA launches its Second Saturday Artisan Market series beginning January 11, 2020. Each Second Saturday Artisan Market will provide space to feature up to 10 select artists in all mediums, alongside free SAACA programming and family arts activities in CATALYST. $50 per show. |
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CATALYST Visual Teaching Artist
The CATALYST Art & Maker Space offers classroom space for professional artists, design professionals, engineers, musicians and chefs and culinary makers to conduct workshops, lectures, or classes. Artists must apply and be accepted to the approved schedule prior to scheduling any classes or soliciting students. In this self-directed program, Creative Educators will determine their own class schedule, syllabus, and workshop content. SAACA will provide the space, tables, chairs, and access to shared studio equipment for students, depending on space used. SAACA will include Creative Educators’ classes and workshops on our Website, including description, date and time, fee, and sign-up directions. SAACA provides monthly, email advertising to 25,000+ list, social media, local print advertising promoting the facility, memberships, and classes. Specific class marketing is the responsibility of the artist. All supplies and materials are provided by the teacher. Art Educators have two choices for using space and offering classes/workshops: 1. Rental Space with hourly fee to CATALYST, without use of SAACA class registration system and promotions 2. Rental Space with hourly fee to CATALYST; SAACA facilitates class registration and payment portal, with marketing supplemental listed above. 10% fee on all class registrations kept by SAACA to cover marketing and registration processing fees. Teacher is paid within 7-10 business days following the class. |
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES
SAACA CURRENT JOB OPENINGS & INTERNSHIPS
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Arts Administration & Community Planning Internship
Be Part of the Work to Ensure Community Development Initiatives in the Arts, Creative Placemaking, Arts Administration and Arts Education The Internship Program offers undergraduate and graduate students the opportunity to investigate and participate in the operations of the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance. Through a combination of learning experiences, interns become integral members of our team. Interns are expected to participate in activities, contribute skills and ideas, and produce excellent work, all the while preparing to become the next generation of arts, nonprofit, and cultural leaders. |
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Event Planning / Culinary Relations Internships - Phoenix Based
SAACA seeks an innovative, dedicated and enthusiastic intern to work in collaboration with our Phoenix area staff. Hours range from 3-10 hours weekly, which may include some weekends. Through a combination of learning experiences, work projects, and group collaborations, interns become integral members of our team. Internships at SAACA will sharpen your skill set, maximize your networking potential, and execute meaningful programs and events throughout our community. |
FESTIVAL OPPORTUNITIES
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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance invites artists and makers of all disciplines to apply to participate in the 2019-2020 Festival Season. Applications are now open for the below annual regional festivals.
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EMERGING ARTIST SCHOLARSHIPS
SAACA is dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts, providing more than 200,000 unique arts and cultural engagement opportunities for the community. Recognizing that all of this work begins with artists, we are proud to be offering scholarship opportunities for emerging artists to participate in three of our major art festivals this 2019-2020 event season. Any practicing artist who has been selling their work professionally less then 5 years, is 30 years old or younger, or is currently enrolled in an arts program is eligible to apply for a gratis booth space at the Holiday Festival of the Arts, La Encantada Fine Art Festival, and the Spring Festival of the Arts. |
OUTSIDE OPPORTUNITIES & CALL TO ARTISTS
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES
Complete the form below contact information and artist opportunity details below to be considered for addition to SAACA's 'Calls to Artist' opportunities. There is no charge for listing an arts opportunity.
SAACA publishes our calls to artist in two ways:
Submissions must be received by the 25th of each month to be considered for addition to the website and email blast for the following month.
Any questions can be directed to the Cait Huble, Director of Programs & Community Outreach - cait@saaca.org
SAACA publishes our calls to artist in two ways:
- Monthly email blast on or close to the 1st of each month sent to our 'artist opportunities' distribution list.
- Hosting on SAACA website https://www.saaca.org/callstoartist.html.
Submissions must be received by the 25th of each month to be considered for addition to the website and email blast for the following month.
Any questions can be directed to the Cait Huble, Director of Programs & Community Outreach - cait@saaca.org
Sculpture-on-Campus Call to Artists 2020
Organization Name: Pima Community College
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 23, 2020 04:45 PM
Pima Community College is holding a Call to Artists to invite participants to join in the sixth installment of the College’s Sculpture-On-Campus exhibition.
This exhibition provides an opportunity for all Arizona artists who want to share their three-dimensional outdoor sculptural works of art with the public.
How to Apply: To learn more, go to pima.edu/sculptureoncampus or download the 2020 Call to Artists Program overview and application procedures at https://pima.edu/community/the-arts/sculpture-on-campus/docs/2020-call-to-artists.pdf
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 23, 2020 04:45 PM
Pima Community College is holding a Call to Artists to invite participants to join in the sixth installment of the College’s Sculpture-On-Campus exhibition.
This exhibition provides an opportunity for all Arizona artists who want to share their three-dimensional outdoor sculptural works of art with the public.
How to Apply: To learn more, go to pima.edu/sculptureoncampus or download the 2020 Call to Artists Program overview and application procedures at https://pima.edu/community/the-arts/sculpture-on-campus/docs/2020-call-to-artists.pdf
Tempe Marketplace Mural & Public Art Project
Organization Name: Tempe Marketplace
Location of Opportunity: Tempe, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
Tempe Marketplace is getting a major upgrade. An $11 million renovation is about to be underway, transforming every corner of one of Arizona’s most highly trafficked shopping centers. We’ll be selecting a handful of exceptional pieces to adorn our massive graphic panels around the property. The medium and style are up to you--paint, graphic design, photography, etc--just as long as it can be delivered digitally in high resolution. We want a range of styles that will bring our spaces to life. The panels are in highly visible locations, and will set the tone of the environment as people walk by. We’re looking for dreamy,
vibrant and emotive pieces that will transcend our visitors into an imaginative realm. Being a space for all ages, we do need to refrain from any obscene, offensive or political matter.
How to Apply: Submit your unique art concepts to mhines@vestar.com and eandrews@vestar.com by January 31, 2020. If you are selected, you will receive $1,000 and specs to finalize your pieces by February 14, 2020. Final art must be submitted in a high resolution image file (.jpeg, .png, .tiff, .pdf) at minimum specs provided.
Location of Opportunity: Tempe, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
Tempe Marketplace is getting a major upgrade. An $11 million renovation is about to be underway, transforming every corner of one of Arizona’s most highly trafficked shopping centers. We’ll be selecting a handful of exceptional pieces to adorn our massive graphic panels around the property. The medium and style are up to you--paint, graphic design, photography, etc--just as long as it can be delivered digitally in high resolution. We want a range of styles that will bring our spaces to life. The panels are in highly visible locations, and will set the tone of the environment as people walk by. We’re looking for dreamy,
vibrant and emotive pieces that will transcend our visitors into an imaginative realm. Being a space for all ages, we do need to refrain from any obscene, offensive or political matter.
How to Apply: Submit your unique art concepts to mhines@vestar.com and eandrews@vestar.com by January 31, 2020. If you are selected, you will receive $1,000 and specs to finalize your pieces by February 14, 2020. Final art must be submitted in a high resolution image file (.jpeg, .png, .tiff, .pdf) at minimum specs provided.
Artists Welcome at Jacome Plaza
Organization Name: Downtown Tucson Partnership
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
The Downtown Tucson Partnership would like to invite local artists to come downtown and use Jacome Plaza as a place of inspiration! We are encouraging everyone to come paint in the park and utilize all of the resources we have in our Outdoor Office. Any artists that would be willing to donate their time and teach community classes, please feel free to contact us separately. We would love to create an enriching experience while promoting your work as well. For musical artists or those interested in hosting a separate event, please contact us about further opportunities. See you at Jacome!
How to Apply: Please email jacome@downtowntuscon.org with any questions, no application necessary. If you would like to volunteer your time to teach classes in the park or host an event, please contact us.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
The Downtown Tucson Partnership would like to invite local artists to come downtown and use Jacome Plaza as a place of inspiration! We are encouraging everyone to come paint in the park and utilize all of the resources we have in our Outdoor Office. Any artists that would be willing to donate their time and teach community classes, please feel free to contact us separately. We would love to create an enriching experience while promoting your work as well. For musical artists or those interested in hosting a separate event, please contact us about further opportunities. See you at Jacome!
How to Apply: Please email jacome@downtowntuscon.org with any questions, no application necessary. If you would like to volunteer your time to teach classes in the park or host an event, please contact us.
Art Teacher (Part Time)
Organization Name: Young Rembrandts of Tucson
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
Do you enjoy working with children? Do you love to draw? Young Rembrandts continues to grow, and we need great teachers to start soon!
Young Rembrandts is a nationally recognized & award-winning after school drawing program. Our structured, step-by-step drawing curriculum encourages children to express their imaginations while improving motor skills, patience, focus, and ability to stay on task.
Young Rembrandts is seeking:
* Energetic and enthusiastic candidates
* A solid level of experience working with children in a classroom environment (1 years +)
* Had the responsibility for motivating groups of children while guiding children's behavior
Young Rembrandts provides paid training to qualified instructors in the Young Rembrandts' methodology and teaching technique. We also provide all drawing lessons, supplies, and materials to you. Training starts soon, so please contact us today for more information.
How to Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to yrtucson19@gmail.com. Also include your zipcode and if you have an IVP Clearance Card.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Jan 31, 2020 11:59 PM
Do you enjoy working with children? Do you love to draw? Young Rembrandts continues to grow, and we need great teachers to start soon!
Young Rembrandts is a nationally recognized & award-winning after school drawing program. Our structured, step-by-step drawing curriculum encourages children to express their imaginations while improving motor skills, patience, focus, and ability to stay on task.
Young Rembrandts is seeking:
* Energetic and enthusiastic candidates
* A solid level of experience working with children in a classroom environment (1 years +)
* Had the responsibility for motivating groups of children while guiding children's behavior
Young Rembrandts provides paid training to qualified instructors in the Young Rembrandts' methodology and teaching technique. We also provide all drawing lessons, supplies, and materials to you. Training starts soon, so please contact us today for more information.
How to Apply: Email your resume and cover letter to yrtucson19@gmail.com. Also include your zipcode and if you have an IVP Clearance Card.
Temporary Public Art on Chain Link Fence in Tempe
Organization Name: Downtown Tempe Authority
Location of Opportunity: Tempe, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Feb 2, 2020 11:30 PM
Project Goals: To transform a chain link fence into an eye catching piece of temporary art. To have an artist lead a team of volunteers to create this art Project Summary This temporary art piece is a collaboration between Core Spaces and Downtown Tempe Authority. Core Spaces would like to take a portion of the chain link construction fencing around the future site of their HiLo property and transform it into a piece of temporary art.
Additional details available at: https://www.downtowntempe.com/_files/docs/artist-call_fence-art_hilo-site.pdf
How to Apply: Combine all of the contents listed in link above into a single PDF document and submit all materials via email to julie@downtowntempe.com. You will receive a confirmation of receipt within 1 week.
Location of Opportunity: Tempe, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Feb 2, 2020 11:30 PM
Project Goals: To transform a chain link fence into an eye catching piece of temporary art. To have an artist lead a team of volunteers to create this art Project Summary This temporary art piece is a collaboration between Core Spaces and Downtown Tempe Authority. Core Spaces would like to take a portion of the chain link construction fencing around the future site of their HiLo property and transform it into a piece of temporary art.
Additional details available at: https://www.downtowntempe.com/_files/docs/artist-call_fence-art_hilo-site.pdf
How to Apply: Combine all of the contents listed in link above into a single PDF document and submit all materials via email to julie@downtowntempe.com. You will receive a confirmation of receipt within 1 week.
Submit to “The Sick” for publication
Organization Name: Seventh Child
Location of Opportunity: Albuquerque, NM
Deadline for Submission: Feb 15, 2020 11:30 PM
New art & literary press, Seventh Child, is seeking submissions for its first open call, to result in a print publication dissecting THE SICK. All interpretations of the theme are welcome, including those which are arguably challenging, subversive, unorthodox, or uncomfortably subjective. Art of every stripe is encouraged, with little or no restriction: poetry, photography, illustration, creative nonfiction, three-dimensional work represented two-dimensionally in order to be fit for print, etc. Final selection from submissions will be based on considerations of craft, relevance, and potential for stimulating connections with other pieces set for inclusion. Everyone featured in the final publication will receive a free copy.
About Seventh Child: Seventh Child is a small independent publisher founded in 2020 to push original art and alternative thought.
How to Apply: Please send 1-5 work samples as email attachments (hi-res jpegs or pdfs) to info@seventh-child.com and include your name as you wish it to be printed, as well as website, social media handles, or other online presence, if applicable. There is no fee.
Location of Opportunity: Albuquerque, NM
Deadline for Submission: Feb 15, 2020 11:30 PM
New art & literary press, Seventh Child, is seeking submissions for its first open call, to result in a print publication dissecting THE SICK. All interpretations of the theme are welcome, including those which are arguably challenging, subversive, unorthodox, or uncomfortably subjective. Art of every stripe is encouraged, with little or no restriction: poetry, photography, illustration, creative nonfiction, three-dimensional work represented two-dimensionally in order to be fit for print, etc. Final selection from submissions will be based on considerations of craft, relevance, and potential for stimulating connections with other pieces set for inclusion. Everyone featured in the final publication will receive a free copy.
About Seventh Child: Seventh Child is a small independent publisher founded in 2020 to push original art and alternative thought.
How to Apply: Please send 1-5 work samples as email attachments (hi-res jpegs or pdfs) to info@seventh-child.com and include your name as you wish it to be printed, as well as website, social media handles, or other online presence, if applicable. There is no fee.
1st Miami Contemporary Small Format Art Exhibition
Organization Name: Cowry Art Studio
Location of Opportunity: North Miami, FL
Deadline for Submission: Feb 16, 2020 12:00 AM
Since 2002 Art Basel Miami Beach, and other 18 collateral art fairs presenting more than a thousand art galleries from around the world, have drawn scores of art lovers and collectors to Miami, which is getting closer to become a real “art scene”. Is in this auspicious context that the 1st Miami Contemporary Small Format Exhibition will take place, hosted by Cowry Art Studio, (in downtown North Miami, 3 blocks from the Museum of Contemporary Art), and slated to be opening during the last week of March 2020.
This call is open to all emerging, mid-career, and established artists, over 18 years old, residing in the USA, and working within any style, media or concept of art; being the highest standard of virtuosity, and creativity the main curatorial criterion to be applied when selecting the artworks. The call will be open for submissions from January 6th to February 16th.
How to Apply: http://www.miamicontemporary-art.com/small_format.html
Location of Opportunity: North Miami, FL
Deadline for Submission: Feb 16, 2020 12:00 AM
Since 2002 Art Basel Miami Beach, and other 18 collateral art fairs presenting more than a thousand art galleries from around the world, have drawn scores of art lovers and collectors to Miami, which is getting closer to become a real “art scene”. Is in this auspicious context that the 1st Miami Contemporary Small Format Exhibition will take place, hosted by Cowry Art Studio, (in downtown North Miami, 3 blocks from the Museum of Contemporary Art), and slated to be opening during the last week of March 2020.
This call is open to all emerging, mid-career, and established artists, over 18 years old, residing in the USA, and working within any style, media or concept of art; being the highest standard of virtuosity, and creativity the main curatorial criterion to be applied when selecting the artworks. The call will be open for submissions from January 6th to February 16th.
How to Apply: http://www.miamicontemporary-art.com/small_format.html
Church of the Beatitudes Call for an Indoor Mural
Organization Name: Church of the Beatitudes
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM
This is a call for an acrylic mural on an interior wall of the Worship Center that shall be bright and appealing to pre-school children and their parents. We wish to illustrate that people of all ages are welcome in this church. It shall depict children of different ethnic/racial backgrounds showing usual children's activities. Christian or religious symbols shall not be used. The minimum space is 6' X10 and shall not be framed but have undefined edges extending some beyond the main part of the mural. The final painting shall be treated with appropriate coatings to be resilient to young touching hands. Please request a complete and detailed prospectus to be sent by e-mail (artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.org) and secure a time to view the mural area. Award: $10,000
How to Apply: Submit by email/jpg. (artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.org). Present your ideas as color sketch(s) for judging your style, composition and visual communication of ideas. Problem with delivery, Contact: Ann Wilson, 480-259-7186.
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Apr 13, 2020 12:00 PM
This is a call for an acrylic mural on an interior wall of the Worship Center that shall be bright and appealing to pre-school children and their parents. We wish to illustrate that people of all ages are welcome in this church. It shall depict children of different ethnic/racial backgrounds showing usual children's activities. Christian or religious symbols shall not be used. The minimum space is 6' X10 and shall not be framed but have undefined edges extending some beyond the main part of the mural. The final painting shall be treated with appropriate coatings to be resilient to young touching hands. Please request a complete and detailed prospectus to be sent by e-mail (artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.org) and secure a time to view the mural area. Award: $10,000
How to Apply: Submit by email/jpg. (artscouncil@beatitudeschurch.org). Present your ideas as color sketch(s) for judging your style, composition and visual communication of ideas. Problem with delivery, Contact: Ann Wilson, 480-259-7186.
Arts For The Future 2020 International Student Art Contest
Organization Name: Arts For The Future
Location of Opportunity: San Francisco, CA
Deadline for Submission: May 15, 2020 01:17 AM
Arts For The Future is inviting students from all over the world to use their talents, imagination, and creativity to create original artwork. (https://www.artscontest.org). Calling Student Artists: Group 1 (Age 5 and under) / Group 2 (Age 6-9) / Group 3 (Age 10-13) / Group 4 (Age 14-18). Theme: Art & Tech
Requirement Participants' artwork must be original. Art can represent the following mediums: drawing and painting (i.e., pencil, charcoal, pastels, colored pencils, oil paints, acrylics, water media, mixed media). Arts For The Future 2020 International Student Art Contest is an international art contest hosted by Arts For The Future, organized by the Innovative Bay, supported by the Peninsula Museum of Art and other organizations.
How to Apply: Contest Official Website https://www.artscontest.org
Location of Opportunity: San Francisco, CA
Deadline for Submission: May 15, 2020 01:17 AM
Arts For The Future is inviting students from all over the world to use their talents, imagination, and creativity to create original artwork. (https://www.artscontest.org). Calling Student Artists: Group 1 (Age 5 and under) / Group 2 (Age 6-9) / Group 3 (Age 10-13) / Group 4 (Age 14-18). Theme: Art & Tech
Requirement Participants' artwork must be original. Art can represent the following mediums: drawing and painting (i.e., pencil, charcoal, pastels, colored pencils, oil paints, acrylics, water media, mixed media). Arts For The Future 2020 International Student Art Contest is an international art contest hosted by Arts For The Future, organized by the Innovative Bay, supported by the Peninsula Museum of Art and other organizations.
How to Apply: Contest Official Website https://www.artscontest.org
Studio-Talk Saturdays (FREE dance education professional development group)
Organization Name: Ballet Arizona
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: May 31, 2020 12:00 PM
This free professional development group is for dance educators from all backgrounds – from public schools to dance studios. Each month, we’ll discuss different aspects of the dance teaching profession and explore the ways we can elevate our practice both individually as teachers and collectively as a dance community. Attendees are welcome to stay after the PD event and take a free adult ballet class at 11:30 am to brush up on ballet technique and take some time for movement self-care.
9:15a-9:30a Networking
9:30a-11:00a Professional Development Meet-Up
11:00a-11:15a Networking
11:30a-1:00p OPTIONAL free adult ballet class
How to Apply: This is a once-a-month event that is ongoing throughout our season. Sign-ups are encouraged online - please visit https://balletaz.org/community-engagement/studio-talk-saturdays/ to register. For more information, please email apapazian@balletaz.org.
Location of Opportunity: Phoenix, AZ
Deadline for Submission: May 31, 2020 12:00 PM
This free professional development group is for dance educators from all backgrounds – from public schools to dance studios. Each month, we’ll discuss different aspects of the dance teaching profession and explore the ways we can elevate our practice both individually as teachers and collectively as a dance community. Attendees are welcome to stay after the PD event and take a free adult ballet class at 11:30 am to brush up on ballet technique and take some time for movement self-care.
9:15a-9:30a Networking
9:30a-11:00a Professional Development Meet-Up
11:00a-11:15a Networking
11:30a-1:00p OPTIONAL free adult ballet class
How to Apply: This is a once-a-month event that is ongoing throughout our season. Sign-ups are encouraged online - please visit https://balletaz.org/community-engagement/studio-talk-saturdays/ to register. For more information, please email apapazian@balletaz.org.
Coffee Shop Seeking Artwork
Organization Name: Crema Coffee
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: On-going
Crema Coffee is a brand new coffee shop located on the NW side in the Bookman’s plaza on the SE corner of Ina and Thornydale. They are seeking new pieces of artwork and photography to showcase on their walls. Most mediums are welcome.
How to Apply: Please direct inquiries to Amy and Aaron at cremacoffee42@gmail.com or call 520-425-3257.
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: On-going
Crema Coffee is a brand new coffee shop located on the NW side in the Bookman’s plaza on the SE corner of Ina and Thornydale. They are seeking new pieces of artwork and photography to showcase on their walls. Most mediums are welcome.
How to Apply: Please direct inquiries to Amy and Aaron at cremacoffee42@gmail.com or call 520-425-3257.