Open Call for Mural Proposal
Deadline for application: July 1st
The once over twice is a new gallery opening in the Village of the Arts, Bradenton that will focus on functional and sculptural objects made from recycled materials. The once over twice is looking for a mural artist or artist collective to paint a mural on the side of their 2-story building. Proposed work subject matter is open, but priority may be given to proposals that integrate the idea of up-cycling/recycling or name of the gallery. Sarasota/Bradenton-based visual artists and collectives working in two-dimensional media are encouraged to apply. The final selected piece will be installed by selected artist or collective. For full submission information, please click here. Please direct all inquiries to klitch@c.ringling.edu
Art Center Sarasota
“Florida Flavor” An All-Florida, all Media, Juried Exhibition
Deadline to Apply: July 16, 2013
Art Center Sarasota invites artists from across Florida to submit works for the upcoming 1st Annual “Florida Flavor.” This exhibition will showcase the extraordinary talent of the visual artists of the Sunshine State. Artists are invited to submit up to three (3) two- and three-dimensional works in a variety of media. Awards to be presented: First Prize—$1500; Second Prize—$1000; Third Prize—$500; (2) Merit Awards—$250 ea; (6) Special Recognitions—$100 each.
-- Juror: Katherine Pill, Assistant Curator of Art After 1950 at the Museum of Fine Art, St. Petersburg, FL
-- Drop Off Entries at Art Center Sarasota on Tuesday July 16, 2013 between 10am & 6pm
-- Online Submission! Go online to www.artsarasota.org/callartists to submit!
The Sarasota Orchestra invites artists to submit applications to exhibit their work during their 2013-2014 season in the Orchestra’s Harmony Gallery, located in the atrium of the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center. The application deadline for the 2013-2014 Harmony Gallery exhibitions is June 21. Juried decisions will be announced by July 12. The application process is open to all Sarasota, Manatee, or Charlotte county artists and 2D works in any media, excluding installation, video, performance or audio. Exhibited in public forum with large numbers of children – subject matter deemed inappropriate for youth may be rejected at the sole discretion of the Sarasota Orchestra Art Committee. The Committee has final approval of work presented for hanging. Interested artists should submit a completed application, along with 10 – 15 samples of their most recent work on either CD, printed samples, or a link to an online portfolio site. Applications are available at http://www.sarasotaorchestra.org/harmonygallery.cfm or in person at the Sarasota Orchestra front desk. Submit applications to Sherrie McKinley at SMckinley@SarasotaOrchestra.org or by mail to Harmony Gallery at the Beatrice Friedman Symphony Center, 709 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida, 34236. Please, no phone calls.
Player's Theatre of Sarasota
Gallery Art Space
Submission Deadline: July 1, 2013
The schedule for the 2013-14 season at Player's Theater just became available and I am currently booking artists for the three galleries. We generally feature three artists for the run of each show (usually about six weeks) and each space requires 16-20 pieces of art. If you would like to be considered for a show at Player's Gallery in the upcoming season, please contact Judy Nadler at http://www.NadlerStudio.com
Art Uptown Gallery
5th Annual Dog Days Arts Show
Deadline to Apply: July 27, 2013
Sarasota’s Art Uptown gallery invites area artists to enter its 5th Annual Dog Days Art Show and display their work in a special month-long exhibition. The juried show will run from July 27 to Aug. 23. An opening reception will be held Friday, Aug. 2, 6-9 p.m. The gallery, located at 1367 Main Street, between Palm and Pineapple avenues, will also exhibit the works of Art Uptown’s 28 member-artists during the Dog Days special exhibition.
Original works of all subjects in 2D and 3D media are eligible to enter the competition. Judges will select three winning entries in both categories to be prominently displayed in the gallery’s Main Street window for two weeks, then moved into the gallery. Other selected entries will be on display in the gallery. Artists 21 and older can submit two 2D works or two 3D works in any media. Work must be for sale and priced. The artist receives 75% of the sales price, while the gallery retains 25% commission on sales. Receiving date is Saturday, July 27. Artists are asked to bring their work to the gallery and fill out an entry form between the hours of 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Entry fee is $20 for each entry. Overall size for 2D is limited to 30”x30”, including frame. Works must be wired for hanging. Plexiglas only. For 3D, maximum size is 12”x12”x24”. Rejected work pick-up will be on Tuesday, July 30, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Final pickup of work in exhibit is Friday, Aug. 23, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Telephone: 941-955.5409. Email: artuptown@artuptown.comcastbiz.net.
Call for Artists to Participate in Performing Arts Event
Submission Deadline: October 15, 2013
Silver Glass Productions has announced a call for female performing artists to participate in the fourth annual New Seeds Festival. Tampa’s women’s festival will take place Mar 21, 22, 28 and 29, 2014. Artist applications will open Aug 15, 2013 and supporting materials are due no later than Oct 15, 2013. Silver Glass will notify artists of their participation by Nov 1, 2013. The festival is seeking original, socially relevant work across all performance disciplines. Applications can be found at http://www.newseedsfest.org->Performer Info->Online Application.
MYSTERY BUILD - WHAT CAN YOU MAKE WITH THIS?
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 10/20/13
ENTRY FEE AND MATERIALS KIT: $38
$15,000 in cash awards. Create a work of art using ONLY the materials provided in a Mystery Build Kit, without knowing what's inside! Submit photos or videos of what you make to compete for cash. The 5 lb. kits are 12" x 9" x 3" and contain a wide variety of materials. Entry fee includes materials kit. Details at http://www.mysterybuild.com.
