Call to Artist
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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. |
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QUESTIONS?
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VISUAL & PUBLIC ART OPPORTUNITIES
Public Art at Ironwood Dermatology
The goal of this project is to develop a viable, permanent public art project for the new Ironwood Dermatology offices in Oro Valley, AZ. The project seeks to enhance and celebrate the preservation of native vegetation and habitat that is being accomplished on the site and/or unique aspects of the Sonoran Desert environment.
Deadline: June 25, 2019
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The goal of this project is to develop a viable, permanent public art project for the new Ironwood Dermatology offices in Oro Valley, AZ. The project seeks to enhance and celebrate the preservation of native vegetation and habitat that is being accomplished on the site and/or unique aspects of the Sonoran Desert environment.
Deadline: June 25, 2019
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MRA Associates’ Community Gallery: Reflections
Reflections in surfaces such as water, mirror glass, windows and metallic objects are sometimes recorded by photographers and filmmakers to create distorted images or to frame a view. It is also the process of self-recognition. In this exhibition artists will offer their own unique understanding of the theme “Reflections,” and their interpretations were as creative and distinct as the artists themselves. This juried Exhibition will take place at MRA Associates' Community Gallery, 3200 E. Camelback Road, Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85018 from September 9, 2019 - January 10, 2020.
Deadline: August 16, 2019
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Reflections in surfaces such as water, mirror glass, windows and metallic objects are sometimes recorded by photographers and filmmakers to create distorted images or to frame a view. It is also the process of self-recognition. In this exhibition artists will offer their own unique understanding of the theme “Reflections,” and their interpretations were as creative and distinct as the artists themselves. This juried Exhibition will take place at MRA Associates' Community Gallery, 3200 E. Camelback Road, Suite 300, Phoenix, AZ 85018 from September 9, 2019 - January 10, 2020.
Deadline: August 16, 2019
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CATALYST Visual Teaching Artist
SAACA is currently seeking class proposals from visual artists who would be interested in teaching arts and crafts in our new makerspace, CATALYST.
SAACA is anticipating a late August opening for CATALYST, with programming in the arts and crafts studio running a minimum of two classes per day five days a week. We are currently gathering as much intel as possible on how artists and the community would like to use the studio. The below form will get you entered into that database from which programming decisions will be made. We will make invitations to artists registered in this database as teaching opportunities that fit their expertise and long term goals arise.
CLICK TO APPLY
SAACA is currently seeking class proposals from visual artists who would be interested in teaching arts and crafts in our new makerspace, CATALYST.
SAACA is anticipating a late August opening for CATALYST, with programming in the arts and crafts studio running a minimum of two classes per day five days a week. We are currently gathering as much intel as possible on how artists and the community would like to use the studio. The below form will get you entered into that database from which programming decisions will be made. We will make invitations to artists registered in this database as teaching opportunities that fit their expertise and long term goals arise.
CLICK TO APPLY
MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES
2019 Tucson Premium Outlets Concert Series (Tucson, AZ)
Saturdays, September - December | 5 PM - 8 PM
The Tucson Premium Outlets and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance have partnered to bring live music to Southern Arizona each and every week. The Tucson Premium Outlets Concert Series supports local musicians with the opportunity to perform weekly in the community’s largest and only outlet shopping center. The series supports a range in music genres, but focuses on country, folk, western, and Americana.
Interested Performers should contact Matt Rolland, SAACA Director Arts Integration
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES
Saturdays, September - December | 5 PM - 8 PM
The Tucson Premium Outlets and the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance have partnered to bring live music to Southern Arizona each and every week. The Tucson Premium Outlets Concert Series supports local musicians with the opportunity to perform weekly in the community’s largest and only outlet shopping center. The series supports a range in music genres, but focuses on country, folk, western, and Americana.
Interested Performers should contact Matt Rolland, SAACA Director Arts Integration
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES
2019 Patagonia Fall Festival
October 12 & 13, 2019 | Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Sky Islands Tourism Association (SITA) will partner to present the 31st Annual Patagonia Fall Festival. Arts and crafts exhibitors are invited to bring you the most unique, high quality goods, produced with excellent care, creativity and craftsmanship. The festival hosts top-of-the-line entertainment on each day of the event. Entertainers represent a great mix of styles sure to please every taste.
Interested Performers should contact Matt Rolland, SAACA Director Arts Integration
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES
October 12 & 13, 2019 | Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM - Sunday 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Sky Islands Tourism Association (SITA) will partner to present the 31st Annual Patagonia Fall Festival. Arts and crafts exhibitors are invited to bring you the most unique, high quality goods, produced with excellent care, creativity and craftsmanship. The festival hosts top-of-the-line entertainment on each day of the event. Entertainers represent a great mix of styles sure to please every taste.
Interested Performers should contact Matt Rolland, SAACA Director Arts Integration
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE SERIES
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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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
CREATIVE & BRAND MANAGER (Web, Graphic & Content Designer)
Apply Online at: https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/creative_and_brand_manager_graphic_content_web_designer_
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance is currently seeking a full time Creative & Brand Manager (Web & Graphic Designer) who will be responsible for fulfilling the web and graphic content for the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance’s programming and events. These graphic and web needs include the design, oversight and production for various marketing and communication projects. Read the entire job description and apply online HERE
Apply Online at: https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/creative_and_brand_manager_graphic_content_web_designer_
The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance is currently seeking a full time Creative & Brand Manager (Web & Graphic Designer) who will be responsible for fulfilling the web and graphic content for the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance’s programming and events. These graphic and web needs include the design, oversight and production for various marketing and communication projects. Read the entire job description and apply online HERE
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
Southern Arizona Watercolor Guild - Annual Share Our Walls Exhibit
Eligibility: Artists 18 years or older, living in Southern Arizona
Media: any artwork that can be hung on the wall; no smaller than 10” or larger than 42”on any side including frame. When used, glass should not exceed 36 united inches (H +W). Any larger pieces must use artist quality acrylic glazing, if needed. Framing is required on canvases that are less than 1 ½” deep. Mixed media that is three dimensional but can hang on the wall is allowed.
Entry fee: $26 for one entry; $37 for two entries
Jpg images sized at 300 dpi, 1800 pix on the longest side and named with first four letters of the artist’s last name, the number of the entry, and a short version of the title (smit1summerlight.jpg) should be emailed to Nancy Huber- images@southernazwatercolorguild.com
Details:
- All media must be wired and ready to hang (no plastic frames or sawtooth hangers)
- Work should be recent – within the past five years
- All work must be for sale. A 25% commission is retained by the gallery on any sales
- Entry form available at www.southernazwatercolorguild.com
- Awards: Cash awards will be given for Best of Show, Award of Excellence, Award of Merit and two Honorable Mentions.
Entry Deadline: August 14, 2019
Juror: TBD
Notification of acceptance: August 21, 2019
Delivery of artwork to Gallery: 9-10:30am, Tuesday, September 3
Reception for the public: Sunday, September 8, 2-4pm
Pick up unsold work: 9-10:30am, Monday, October 7, 2019
Contact: Questions: Goldie Aguilar, SAWG Vice President of Shows – shows@southernazwatercolorguild.com
Entry Form
Gallery Exhibit Space Available
Organization Name: Tucson Jewish Community Center
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 10, 2019 12:00 AM
Are you looking for a gallery space to exhibit and sell your work? The Tucson J's Fine Art Gallery features a track hanging system, recently renovated, open gallery space. Exhibits are rotated every 4 to 6 weeks, and we are always looking to showcase local artists. Exhibiting gallery artists are encouraged to offer opportunities such as gallery talks to engage the community with their artwork.
Emerging and established artists are invited to apply. We welcome individual and group shows. The Tucson J is open to all people of all ages.
How to Apply: Submit your name and images of your art work to curator@tucsonjcc.org.
Organization Name: Tucson Jewish Community Center
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, AZ
Deadline for Submission: Dec 10, 2019 12:00 AM
Are you looking for a gallery space to exhibit and sell your work? The Tucson J's Fine Art Gallery features a track hanging system, recently renovated, open gallery space. Exhibits are rotated every 4 to 6 weeks, and we are always looking to showcase local artists. Exhibiting gallery artists are encouraged to offer opportunities such as gallery talks to engage the community with their artwork.
Emerging and established artists are invited to apply. We welcome individual and group shows. The Tucson J is open to all people of all ages.
How to Apply: Submit your name and images of your art work to curator@tucsonjcc.org.
Art Curator and Educator
Organization Name: Tucson Jewish Community Center
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, Arizona
Deadline for Submission: Jun 14, 2019 04:00 PM
We are looking to find our perfect match to become the Art Curator and Educator. This position was created with the intention of advancing the educational and outreach efforts around art at The Tucson J. The Art Curator and Educator helps guide the vision for cultural programming beyond the Jewish Life and Learning department. Our ideal Art Curator and Educator will have a strong background in the arts, as well as organizational interpersonal, communication, and programming skills. We are looking for someone with the ability to be part of a team, and to collaborate with others at The J and in the community.
This is a part time position.
How to Apply: For a full job description and to submit an application, please visit Indeed.com. On your resume or in your cover letter, please indicate that you learned about the Art Curator and Educator position through the SAACA list serve.
Organization Name: Tucson Jewish Community Center
Location of Opportunity: Tucson, Arizona
Deadline for Submission: Jun 14, 2019 04:00 PM
We are looking to find our perfect match to become the Art Curator and Educator. This position was created with the intention of advancing the educational and outreach efforts around art at The Tucson J. The Art Curator and Educator helps guide the vision for cultural programming beyond the Jewish Life and Learning department. Our ideal Art Curator and Educator will have a strong background in the arts, as well as organizational interpersonal, communication, and programming skills. We are looking for someone with the ability to be part of a team, and to collaborate with others at The J and in the community.
This is a part time position.
How to Apply: For a full job description and to submit an application, please visit Indeed.com. On your resume or in your cover letter, please indicate that you learned about the Art Curator and Educator position through the SAACA list serve.