The Visual Artists’ News Sheet
25
July – August 2010
Opportunities COURTHOUSE ARTS CENTRE The date for receipt of submissions for visual arts exhibitions at the Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely, Co Wicklow next year has been pushed back to 16 July 2010. Visual artists working in all media are invited to submit applications before 5pm on this date, to be considered for 2011. The Courthouse Arts Centre is a multi-disciplinary arts venue and full-time gallery located in the picturesque village of Tinahely in South Wicklow. The exhibition space consists of approx. 175 running feet of wall space, distributed between the main, ground floor and the first floor balcony. Details of the interior can be provided upon inquiry. Artists interested in being considered for an exhibition to take place in 2011 should send their CV and a letter of application, along with work samples (up to 20 images/samples on CD-Rom or memory stick, or other photographic documentation of the work, with SAE for return if required) to: Address Shelley Hayes, Artistic Director, Courthouse Arts Centre, Tinahely, Co Wicklow Email info@tinahely-courthouse.ie. (Please restrict message to 1MB) Website www.tinahely-courthouse.ie Deadline 5pm, 16 July ARAS EANNA Aras Eanna invites all artists who have held an exhibition or been an artist in residence here to submit a piece of work for a special exhibition at the Town Hall Theatre Gallery in Galway City, during the month of August 2010. Proceeds from this sale of work will be used to upgrade facilities in the artist’s residence apartment, gallery space and throughout the art centre. For more info contact: Telephone 099 75150 Email araseanna@eircom.net Deadline 23 July FISH TANK The Fish Tank Art House Project invites Dublin city artists’ studios to participate in an initiative that aims to showcase the diversity, the creativity and innovative spirit of Dublin’s artistic community. The Fish Tank Art House is a forum for collaboration and exchange between the various artists’ studios. It is an opportunity for the studios to exhibit their work and to share their skills and knowledge with the community through exhibitions, performance, workshops and seminars. The
Fish Tank Art Project’s 2010 inaugural event will allow Dublin city centre artists’ studio collectives the experience and preparation to engage in a meaningful and planned way in Dublin Contemporary 2011 and beyond. To register your studio’s interest and for further information contact: Email fishtankarthouse@yahoo.ie
group exhibitions in 2010 in the newly opened MadArt Gallery in central Dublin. Please email 5 images of your current work with information about yourself and your work or your website address and your details to: Email info@madartstudio.com Website www.madartstudio.com JOB VACANCIES VACANCIES
LA CATEDRAL STUDIOS La Catedral Studios invites curators, theatre groups, solo artists as well as live art performers and artist collectives working in all media to submit proposals for its spring-summer programme at its spacious multipurpose venue The Back Loft. The space may be hired for crossmedia events, theatre projects, creative workshops, photography & film location, exhibitions, student’s end of the year shows, live art performances & experimental/acoustic music salons. Interested parties may hire the space from as little as one evening or a half a day slot, up to a month or longer. Rates are flexible and student discounts/ VAI members discount apply. Submissions should include an outline of the project, the length of the slot and the time the space needs to be hired for, along with a website link or a sample of the work proposed. See website for further information. Email submissions to: Email lacatedralstudios@yahoo.com Website www.lacatedralstudios.org Deadline Ongoing S. GUINNESS GALLERY The Sebastian Guinness Gallery seeks expressions of interest from contemporary Irish artists working within the field of sculpture for various projects and opportunities. Ideal candidates will have experience in creating works of high quality for either indoor or outdoor spaces. Applicants should note the following: works may be of any scale or medium deemed appropriate for permanent display in prominent public and private spaces; artists who have created works in editions of any scale are specifically of interest; any artists who have worked on public projects of any scale are especially encouraged to apply. Please send jpegs of past work along with an artist statement and a narrative CV/biography to: Email guinnessgallery@gmail.com Website www.sebastianguinnessgallery. com MADART GALLERY Artist submissions wanted for
KILKENNY ARTS VOLUNTEER Kilkenny County Council Arts Office is currently looking for volunteers. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone wanting to partake, learn, experience, upskill or pursue a career in the arts and cultural industry, cultural management and/ or education and to get valuable experience in a dynamic, busy arts environment. There are a number of opportunities available from gallery front of house and invigilation, project administration, technician work, marketing and IT. If you would like to be considered for inclusion on our volunteer programme, please email Niamh Finn to request an application form. Email niamh.finn@kilkennycoco.ie. VISION EXPOSED Vision Exposed is a Belfast based, photographic arts organisation, which holds exhibitions of international contemporary photography. Vision Exposed are currently seeking someone with a qualification in business and or business experience for the post of Business Director. Pay is based on commission. For further information and details feel free to contact us. Telephone (0)7791330654 Email info@visionexposed.com Website www.visionexposed.com COMMUNITY ARTISTS Finglas Artsquad are now looking for Community Artists. The Project which is based in Finglas is a Community Employment Project; those interested must be eligible under FAS criteria, over 25 years of age, 1 year of more unemployed and in receipt of a payment from Social Welfare. It is 19.5 hours a week over 5 days. You will have the opportunity to work with anyone over the age of 7 years through various art mediums. There will also be exhibitions and mural work from time to time. If interested please send your CV with a covering letter by post to: Address Bobby Borwick, Co-ordinator, Finglas Artsquad, Unit 14b Main Street, Finglas, D11
FILMAKERS/ EDITORS NextShoot is a video production company that specializes in shooting video content for the Internet. We produce highquality business profiles, property tours, hotel and restaurant promotions and book & author profiles. We have created a national network of filmmakers who shoot and edit video content for our clients. Our online platform gives our filmmakers the tools and information they need to make the videos (music, guidelines, release forms etc) and enables them to upload their finished films for sign-off. We are looking to work with filmmakers with a wide range of production experience who can both shoot and edit – from seasoned professionals to recent graduates. Some of our work requires no more than a suitable camera, tripod and editing equipment. Other packages require the filmmaker to have sound equipment and the proven ability to direct an interview. Some projects will need lighting and the skills that go with it. Pay varies on the type of video package you produce. We try to batch a number of jobs together to make a full days filming and editing. If this interests you then please follow the link below and register with us. Website www.nextshoot.com/signup_ feb10.php COMMUNITY ARTSWORKER Cork Community Art Link currently has a FAS/CE vacancy for an arts worker. The position involves working with a team of arts practitioners to support the development of participatory arts projects in a range of social and community contexts. Applicants must be eligible for FAS/CE scheme. For further information on this position please contact Sinead Pierce at: Address Coordinator, 107 Shandon Street, Cork Telephone 021 4212914 Email artlink@iolfree.ie FUNDING AWARDS FUNDINGAND & AWARDs CONNECT MENTORING Create, the national development agency for collaborative arts and Common Ground are administering 2 mentoring awards available to artists working in collaborative/ participative arts in the specific context areas: Arts and Health and Cultural Diversity. The Connect Mentoring Programme learning resource will be formally launched at IMMA on 21 July, 2 – 4pm. The launch will provide an opportunity for
interested applicants to the Arts and Health and Cultural Diversity Mentoring Awards to understand more about the Connect programme and the eligibility criteria for the Create/Common Ground Mentoring Awards. Applicants are strongly recommended to consult the Connect learning resource (DVD and Booklet). Copies are available from Create, to request a copy contact us via email or phone. Full details on how to apply see our website: Website www.create-ireland.ie/projectsand-initiatives/mentoring. html#mentoringaward Telephone 01 4736600 Email info@create-ireland.ie ARTS COUNCIL BURSARY The following awards will be available for the Arts Council Bursary Award, Round 2: Architecture/ Dance,/ Literature/ Opera/ Traditional Arts and Visual Arts Bursary Awards. The Arts Council provides bursary awards to assist individual artists in the development of their arts practice. The award emphasises the value and benefit to an artist’s development that is derived from an extended process of engagement with their practice. Applications will only be accepted through the Arts Council’s online services website. Applicants who have not previously used this system must register in advance of making an application. It is recommended that applicants allow five days for registration prior to making an application. To see the award guidelines, to register, and to make an application please go to: Website www.artscouncil.ie Deadline 5.30pm, 15 July 2010 ARTS COUNCIL N. IRELAND The Arts Council of Northern Ireland's award for Travel is now open for application. All applications must be completed before 31 March 2011. Please note you are still required to apply four weeks in advance of travel. The Arts Council of Northern Ireland will also be launching its Video/fine art film Open Submission Scheme very soon. See web site for further details. Website www.artscouncil-ni.org CULTURE IRELAND FUNDING Culture Ireland aims to promote and advance Irish arts in a global context. Our principal funding scheme is designed to support the presentation and promotion of Irish arts internationally. The next deadline for Culture Ireland
funding applications for projects and events taking place from November onwards is now approaching. Details, guidelines and information on the application process are available online at: Website www.cultureireland.gov.ie Deadline August 2010 – 15 November CONLON SCULPTURE AWARD Sligo County Council Arts Service invites visual artists, particularly sculptors, to apply for the Fred Conlon Contemporary Sculpture Award 2010. This award offers artists the opportunity to avail of studio and living facilities for two months in the inspiring scenic region of Easkey, West Sligo and one month in the Leitrim Sculpture Centre followed by a solo exhibition in the Leitrim Sculpture Centre upon completion of the residency. Dates of the residency are fixed between mid January and mid April 2011. Open to national and international artists, applicants will be required to have a third level qualification in art or an equivalent record of application and achievement. Application forms are available on: Website www.sligoarts.ie and rmcgrath@sligococo.ie. Telephone 071 911 1823 Deadline 22 July NOTICES PROJECTOR SCREENS Wanted: old projector screens – silver screen or white – for use in forthcoming exhibition. Contact: Email info@visualartists.ie SEEKING PLACEMENT Lisa Lasko a University of Ulster Belfast textile art student is seeking placement/ internship in the contemporary arts sector from Oct – Dec 2010. Telephone 07958322662 Email lisalasko@mac.com PRINTING SPACE SOUGHT Artist looking for well equipped space designed for making screenprints. Required elements are: table space, white wall, storage space, access to more than 100 watt lamp, bath tub (either big sink or shower), no carpets on the floor and big window. Email fofnal@gmail.com