Calls to Entry

Fourth Annual Sculpture on Main -Marble Falls

Call for Entry Deadline: August 1, 2010.
Exhibit Dates: Year long from October 9, 2010.
Uptown Marble Arts Alliance invites all professional Sculptors to the international, life size, outdoor, sculpture exhibit on Historic Main Street. Artist Award Gala with wine and food tasting from 6-7:30PM and live music at the Uptown Marble Theater at 8PM. Contact Marla Ripperda at 512.497.1807 or MKRipp@aol.com for a prospectus. For additional information or further questions contact: Dan or Marti Pogue 830.693.9544 or email at: mfpogue@aol.com

For more information contact: Contact Marla Ripperda at 512.497.1807 or MKRipp@aol.com for a prospectus. For additional information or further questions contact: Dan or Marti Pogue 830.693.9544 or email at: mfpogue@aol.com

US Mint - 2009/2010 Last Call to Artists

Final deadline: July 6th, 2010
(Applications will be accepted before midnight on this date.)
The United States Mint invites artists, designers, and illustrators from all over the country to apply for a paid position as a contracted, Associate Designer in our successful Artistic Infusion Program (AIP). Artists chosen to be a part of the AIP program can work from anywhere and have the tremendous opportunity to take part in American history by contributing potential designs for the next generation of coins. Chosen artists will receive $2,000 for each assigned design submission as well as an additional $5,000 if their design is selected to be sculpted into a coin.

For more information, visit http://www.usmint.gov/artists or contact Emily Ziobrowski, Dept. of Sales and Marketing, United States Mint at emily.ziobrowski@usmint.treas.gov; Phone: 202-354-7390; Fax: 202-354-6548

 

Sculptfest 2010 will be held September 19th

Application Deadline: July 31
Venue: Outdoor
Entry Fee: $25.00
Event Dates: September 19, 2010
Location: Umlauf Sculpture Garden Austin, Texas
Sculptfest 2010 will be held September 19th, from 10AM until 4PM at the Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, 605 Robert E. Lee Boulevard, Austin, Texas. The Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum features the bronze and stone work of the late Charles Umlauf. The grounds are beautiful and the sculpture is intriguing. The event occurs on Austin Museum Day and admission is free. Contact Marla Ripperda at 512.4973.1807 cell or MKRipp@aol.comwith any questions. Click here to download a Sculptfest entry form.

New - Benches of Bee Cave Program

Attention: artists, artisans, woodworkers, metal-smiths, etc., the Bee Cave Arts Foundation is looking for artist submissions and sponsors for our Benches of Bee Cave Program. Artists - we need your help! We are looking for unique pieces of art that happen to take the shape of a functional bench. Please read the artists requirements for submissions located on our website: http://www.beecavearts.org/Site/Benches.html There are two ways to get involved: you can choose to design and donate your artwork to the Foundation, or you can submit an application of your design. Once approved, we will add your idea to our web site galleria so sponsors can choose your unique design. Be prepared to provide: 1- resume and references 2-artist's rendering (11x17) and vision statement (or you can complete the bench, adhering to our bench guidelines, and submit a photo for consideration) 3-Completed Artist Agreement and Conservation Form that outlines all the information on the materials used, fabrication methods, installation details and recommended maintenance.

Contact: info@beecavearts.org or http://www.beecavearts.org

 

Ongoing - Sacred Art Gallery Austin Exhibition

The Diocesan Fine Arts Council (DFAC) opened the Sacred Art Gallery in February 2009 and hosts a new exhibition every six months. The gallery is free and open to the public during business hours Monday through Friday. DFAC maintains a website www.austindfac.org with a directory of artist contacts and images to facilitate locating and selecting artists creating religious art. Artists interested in participating in future exhibitions of sacred art or being listed on the DFAC website directory hosted by the DFAC should contact Mark Landers: mark@landersstudio.com 512-472-9663. No commission charged for art work sold through the gallery and there is no charge for listing in the artist directory.

 

Ongoing -New Sculpture Garden Wants Outdoor Pieces

Armadillo Clay, in Austin, is inviting TSOS members to show outdoor sculpture in their sculpture garden at 3307 E. 4th St. The garden, located between the office building and gallery, is fenced and secured at night. Contact Craig Freiburger at 512-385-7311 or craig@armadilloclay.com

 

Ongoing - Framers Gallery, Georgetown Texas

TSOS members have an opportunity to show their work at the Framers Gallery in Georgetown. Contact gallery owner, Fred Bolgen, for details or make arrangements at 512-863-2214