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CALL TO ARTISTS & COMMUNITY  OPPORTUNITIES

The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance offers year round opportunities for artists to exhibit their work in the community in galleries, at festivals and events, as well as booking for concerts and special projects.  Below are current opportunities that are open for application at SAACA.  In addition, SAACA provides a free local Call to Artist service open to all organizations to submit open artist and creative opportunities. 
We believe the arts provide a tool for mobilization and build community leadership and capacity. 
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​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. ​

SOUTHERN ARIZONA ARTS & CULTURAL ALLIANCE OPPORTUNITIES

​VISUAL ART OPPORTUNITIES

2022 SAACA ARTISAN MARKET & FESTIVAL APPLICATIONS SCHEDULE
The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance released food, exhibitor and artist applications for the below 2022 events in September.
  • La Encantada Fine Art Market - January 29 & 30, 2022  LEARN MORE - SOLD OUT
  • Cruise, BBQ and Blues Festival - February 19, 2022  LEARN MORE
  • Sahuarita Creative Arts Festival - March 12 & 13, 2022  LEARN MORE
  • Oro Valley Spring Festival of the Arts - March 26 & 27, 2022  LEARN MORE - SOLD OUT
  • Tucson Folk Festival - April 2 & 3, 2022  LEARN MORE​
SAHUARITA PUBLIC ART - SCULPTURAL INSTALLATION

Apply Here: https://saaca.formstack.com/forms/town_of_sahuarita_2022_public_art_sculpture_commission

Sahuarita, AZ - Parks Sculpture Installation Commission
Deadline for Submission: February 6 at 11:59 PM
Project Title: Town of Sahuarita 2022 Sculpture Public Art Commission
The Town of Sahuarita is looking to commission or purchase existing sculptural work to enhance the new pedestrian access area at the South end of Sahuarita Lake Park. The newly constructed pedestrian bridge area is frequented by hundreds of cyclists, families, and foot traffic accessing the park on a daily basis and serves as a major access point for enjoying lake. The Town is looking for a single piece, or series of thematic, 3D sculptural installations. 

Budget
The budget for the project is $7,000 for a single sculptural installation.  The Parks and Recreation Department will aid in support of providing the necessary footings, electricity access or other installation-related expenses onsite.  The budget will be all-inclusive and must cover all expenses associated with the concept, implementation, and post-implementation of the commissioned art project, including design, development, production and execution, as well as any required presentations. This project is funded through the Sahuarita Parks and Recreation Department.

Sculpture Location
Sahuarita Lake Park (South Side of Park near Pedestrian Bridge)
15466 S Rancho Sahuarita Blvd, Sahuarita, AZ 85629

Project Scope
  • Impressive durable pieces that are photo opportunities for park attendees.
  • Looking for colorful, playful, whimsical, and/or animal inspired designs
  • Open to multiple durable mediums, including but not limited to metal.
  • The approval process will be through a committee of Sahuarita Parks & Recreation team members and community representatives.
  • Final installations should not exceed 10 feet in height, and not require a footer of more than 3 feet.
  • Sculptural work needs to be installed no later than by July 1, 2022.
Timeline
  • 1/6 - RFQ Launch / Direct Artist Outreach
  • 2/6 – RFQ closes
  • 2/10-2/20: Committee meets to decide selected artist
  • 2/22 – Selected artists notified
  • 3/15 – Draft of design proposals by Selected Artist
  • April-May: Installation
ORO VALLEY PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION

The Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance (SAACA) and the Town of Oro Valley are partnering up once again to capture the essence of Oro Valley life, animals, outdoor spaces, urban and residential life, and experience of life within the community, with the inaugural Oro Valley Community Photography Competition. 
 
The deadline for photography submissions is February 10, 2022
 
The competition aims to reveal the essence of Oro Valley through the lens of a camera, transporting us to unique landmarks, introduce us to new friends and neighbors, and help us rediscover the beauty in our backyards. Most importantly, the competition will promote the rich history, robust life, and natural beauty of Oro Valley. In 2021, the competition drew inspiration from various themes, with some of the most popular featuring wildlife, the breathtaking natural landscape of Oro Valley, and the serenity and extremes of both weather and outdoor activities during COVID-19. 
 
The 2022 competition will provide three main categories for submission, including major themes of People, Places & Nature, and Animals & Wildlife. More information on these category descriptions can be found on the competition website. Cash prizes will be provided in each of the categories for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place and two Honorable Mention Ribbons in each category. A special Youth category has been established to encourage participation from entrants under the age of 18. 

​www.orovalleyphotos.com/2022-competition-now-open.html

​MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS OPPORTUNITIES

​Submit your interest in performing at a SAACA Festival, Concert Series or Event.  

OUTSIDE OPPORTUNITIES & COMMUNITY CALL TO ARTISTS

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 primarily by hosting on SAACA website https://www.saaca.org/callstoartist.html. 

Any questions can be directed to the Matt, Director of Programs & Community Outreach - matt@saaca.org
MURAL OPPORTUNITY IN DOWNTOWN TUCSON – FOX THEATRE
The Fox Tucson Theatre seeks experienced and talented visual artists, artist teams, and arts organizations to create a unique mural installation on a selected wall of the organization's administration building located at 30 N Church Ave. 
 
Total mural commission is between $4,000-$5,000 to include all labor, materials, supplies, insurances, and necessary scaffolding and/or lifts.  All interested artists should submit their resume, sample of past works, and a statement of interest directly to Jonathon Crider at, jonathon@foxtucson.com no later than January 3, 2022.  The mural dedication is scheduled to take place on February 20, 2022.  
​Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)  - Call for Volunteers
MOCA inspires new ways of thinking through the cultivation, exhibition and interpretation of contemporary art.  MOCA values community, and we often engage the public through exhibitions and events, where we need help from volunteers. Our volunteers support us by taking on duties such as attending the front desk, setting up and breaking down events, checking in guests, assisting artists, event production support, and more!
 
Here are some of the perks of being one of MOCA’s valued volunteers: 
  • MOCA membership for the year that you volunteer! Membership perks include: free admission (+ 2 guest passes), discounted merch
  • Hands-on participation in MOCA’s dynamic events 
  • Resume-building museum experience
  • Direct access to arts activities
  • A volunteer appreciation brunch 
 
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Front Desk Support: we love to have volunteers regularly attend the front desk during museum hours. Our current hours are: Thursday-Saturday: 11am-6pm 
Sunday: 11am-4pm
Events: we also need volunteers to assist with our dynamic public events, which can range from performances, tours, lectures, concerts, and more! Below are some events that are on MOCAs Spring 2022 calendar. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities at events, you will receive updates as more event dates are confirmed:
  • First Thursdays: March 3, April 7, May 5 (evenings)
  • Opening Receptions: April 1, April 2 (evenings)
  • MOCA Gala: April 23 (evening)

VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
You can attend an orientation for new volunteers on: 
Thursday, February 17th at 12:00pm
Sunday, February 20th at 12:00pm
 
If you are interested in volunteering with us, please contact Aja Haymore, Engagement Coordinator at MOCA, at aja@moca-tucson.org, and include the following: 
  • Your name
  • Pronouns 
  • Contact info 
  • Volunteer Interests (Gala, Events, Front Desk) 
  • Orientation Availability  
IncuArts Gallery
https://www.incuarts.com/ 
PAST/ PRESENT/ FUTURE  - INTERNATIONAL EXHIBITION
IncuArts invites artists to submit work for Past/ Present/ Future- an exhibition exploring how time, experience, and history impact us.  Who writes history? Are we simply repeating ourselves? How does the past impact the present and future? Whose narrative is being told? What future are you fighting for? What is your story? Has your story been ignored by the collective mainstream?  Artists exploring ideas related to personal narrative, history, cultural issues, environmental issues, inclusion v exclusion, and social activism are encouraged to apply.  Women, BIPOC, LGBTQA+, and other community members who embody these experiences, and whose stories have been excluded from our cultural narrative are strongly encouraged to apply.
Artists of all media are encouraged to apply.
Please see our call for entry for details- https://www.incuarts.com/past-present-future    

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The Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance (SAACA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the creation, preservation and advancement of the Arts. SAACA strengthens the bonds between people, place and purpose through collaborative, arts-driven experiences.