Bethesda Painting Awards

Deadline: Friday, February 22, 2013. 

The Bethesda Arts& Entertainment District is currently accepting applications for the seventh annual Bethesda Painting Awards. Up to nine finalists will be selected to display their work in an exhibition during the month of June at Gallery B in downtown Bethesda, and the top four winners will receive $14,000 in prize monies. Best in Show will be awarded $10,000; Second Place will be honored with $2,000 and Third Place will receive $1,000. Additionally, a “Young Artist” whose birthday is after February 22, 1983 may be awarded $1,000. 

Artists must be 18 years of age or older and residents of Maryland, Virginia or Washington, D.C. All original 2-D paintings including oil, acrylic, watercolor, gouache, encaustic and mixed media will be accepted. The maximum dimensions should not exceed 60 inches in width or 84 inches in height. No reproductions. Artwork must have been completed within the last two years and must be available for the duration of the exhibit. 

Each artist must submit 5 slides, application and a non-refundable fee of $25. Digital entries will be accepted in JPG, GIF or PNG format. For a complete application, please visit www.bethesda.org, send a self-addressed stamped envelope to:

Bethesda Painting Awards
c/o Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District
7700 Old Georgetown Road
Bethesda, MD 20814

Or call 301-215-6660 x117.

As 2012 DA14 comes by tomorrow...

When you see computer-generated images of asteroid 2012 DA14′s February 15, 2013 close flyby – showing the asteroid near Earth in space, seen from a distant vantage point – you might see the Earth, the asteroid, perhaps the sun, and maybe a few other planets.

Here is another way to picture Earth and close-passing asteroids, from Armagh Observatory in Northern Ireland. The image below is near-Earth space today – February 13, 2013. It shows all the objects currently within 0.3 AU of Earth – that’s 45 million kilometers – or about 30 million miles – or about one-third of the distance between us and the sun. The red oval around Earth represents 3.84 million kilometers, or 10 lunar distances. 

 Read the whole story on EarthSky here... and if you wanna laugh at a TV talking head, CNN’s Deborah Feyerick wanted to know if it was all because of global warming... see that here...

Call to Artists

Deadline: February 28, 2013. 

 

TheMitchell Gallery, St. John's College in Annapolis, MD announces a call to artists for a national juried art exhibition, May 29 - June 19, 2013. 

 

Cash Awards of $2,000. 

 

Accepting entries in all media. Jurors: Joann G. Moser, Smithsonian American Art Museum, and Jack Rasmussen, Katzen Arts Center at American University, Washington, D.C. Online sales gallery. 

 

Open to artists living in the USA and Puerto Rico. See prospectus for details here.  $40 for three works. 

 

Questions? Contact Hydee Schaller at hydee.schaller@sjca.edu or call 410-626-2556.

Out of Order

OUT OF ORDER

MAP’S DO-IT-YOURSELF BENEFIT EXHIBITION, SILENT AUCTION AND PARTY!

Friday, APRIL 5, 2013

Maryland Art Place is thrilled to announce the return of Out of Order, the much-anticipated Do-It-Yourself spring benefit exhibition, silent auction and party!

One of Baltimore’s most celebrated annual events, Out of Order is a one-night-only opportunity for collectors to acquire contemporary art at outrageously low silent auction prices. Both emerging and established artists present their original work in a first-come-first-served salon style exhibition, covering the walls of MAP’s Power Plant Live! gallery space. Artists and art lovers mix and mingle while enjoying music, wine, beer, signature cocktail and lite fare. Last year, nearly 300 artists took part in the silent auction exhibition and hundreds of guests gathered for the event! Proceeds from art sales are split mutually between MAP and the artist. Revenue generated at Out of Order directly supports MAP’s programming throughout the year.

MAP is also excited to partner again this year with the Art Connection in the Capital Region, offering artists the opportunity to donate their unsold work to a valuable organization that places donated works in the facilities of not-for-profit social service organizations: http://www.artconnection-cr.org/

IMPRINT: For the second year, MAP will launch an amazing opportunity for one, select artist to be part of the IMPRINT artwork replication program. Launched through Out of Order this program offers prominent promotion of a singularly, selected artwork. Editioned replications will be sold throughout 2013 and the selected artist will be highlighted on the MAP website. Submissions will be accepted through March 1 with the selected work featured for sale at the April 5th event. 

How to Get Tickets

Purchase Tickets Online: www.missiontix.com

Current MAP Members must call or email to reserve their tickets.  New or renewing members must join MAP by March 22 to receive complimentary ticket(s) to the event. Artist/Student/Individual members receive 1 Free Ticket ($45 value); higher membership levels receive 2 Free Tickets ($90 value). No tickets are mailed; names of ticket holders are held at the door.

How Artists Can Participate

All Artists are invited to participate. During the thrilling One Day Only, Do-It-Yourself installation, April 2, 7am – midnight, each participating artist hangs one original piece in the MAP galleries. For submission guidelines, please visit MAP’s website www.mdartplace.org. 

Note: Artists are asked to support MAP by paying $10 to participate in Out of Order. Each participating artist receives one free ticket to the April 5 event.

Workshop on taxes and financial planning

Date: February 28, 2013, 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Location: Washington Project for the Arts, Capitol Skyline Hotel, 10 I (eye) Street, SW, Washington, DC 20024

To Attend: The workshop is free for WPA members, with a $5.00 reservation fee for non-members. To RSVP, contact Membership Manager Christopher Cunetto by e-mail at ccunetto@wpadc.org or by phone at 202.234.7103 x 2.

 

Seating is limited.

 

Join Washington Project for the Arts and The Capital Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, at WPA's new home in the Capitol Skyline Hotel, for a workshop on taxes and financial planning specifically geared towards artists and their unique challenges. Presenters from the Chamber will instruct attendees on the step-by-step basics of how to organize one's finances as an artist, from when to consider setting up a business account to how to keep track of your cash flow. Attendees will also learn how to tackle their taxes, focusing on the specific issues artists face such as multiple income sources and types, tax forms, and what deductions an artist may claim.

Denise R. Bump, CRPC, CMFC

Denise has been a financial advisor with Ameriprise (formerly American Express) for over thirteen years, with twelve years as a franchise owner. During that time Denise grew her practice from her role as sole practitioner to its current ensemble of three advisors, one para planner and one client service coordinator. Her practice, Bump & Associates, specializes in providing comprehensive advice to individuals, couples and small business owners on topics ranging from retirement planning to insurances, domestic partner planning to estate planning and tax planning. Prior to her work with Ameriprise, Denise ran a feminist bookstore in Dupont Circle for over 15 years, an experience she credits with giving her a unique perspective and understanding on the financial dynamics of a small business. These small business challenges translate easily to the challenges facing artists as they both have the need to manage cash flow, minimize taxes, and save for the short and long term while trying to create and sell product.

Brian Haney, CLTC, CFS 

Brian has been in the Financial Services Business for 10 years, having spent the beginning of his career in Banking and Securities. As a native of the Washington area, Brian grew up in Chevy Chase, Maryland, attending high school in Bethesda, Maryland. After graduating in 3 years from Indiana University, he began his career in Banking & Securities. Mr. Haney moved to his current firm, MassMutual of Greater Washington, over 5 years ago to work exclusively as a Broker serving a diverse range of clients in the market. 
 

This workshop is presented in collaboration with The Capital Area Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.

Tonight is the night!

See ya there!

Opportunity for artists doing Hair

Deadline:  March 8, 2013 (postmarked).  

Exhibition on display 9/3/13 – 12/24/13. This exhibition will be accompanied by an exhibition catalog. 

Hair grows everywhere on the human body except the palms of the hands, soles of the feet, eyelids, and lips.  This exhibition will explore ideas about hair in many ways, including cultural, anthropological, historical and physical. 

A proposal should consist of: 
1. Statement – what is the rationale behind the exhibition? 
2. Resume(s) of all people involved (including name, address, email, telephone number). 
3. A CD with images (JPEG format, any size). 
4. A list of works with title, date, medium, dimensions.   

Proposal materials should be posted to: 

Exhibition Department
Paul Robeson Galleries
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
350 Martin Luther King Blvd
Newark, NJ 07102

Details here.

America Desnuda

America Desnuda
Charcoal on Paper. 2013. 17x12 inches

I've done at least one version of this drawing per year since 1978, and maybe 5-6 a year in the late 1990s. Who knows why... maybe my own way to out_Morandi... ehhh... Giorgio Morandi at his own game?

Chris Kyle

A real American hero... we thank you Sir! Fair Winds and Following Seas...

Aqua Art Miami has a new boss

Art Miami LLC, parent company of Florida's longest running premier contemporary and modern art fair Art Miami and producer of five of America's most respected international art fairs, announced today that it has appointed Jennifer Jacobs as Director of Aqua Art Miami. Art Miami LLC acquired the fair at the conclusion of the 2012 edition.

"I am happy to announce that Jennifer Jacobs has joined us as the new Fair Director of Aqua Art Miami. Based in the Northwest, where the spirit of Aqua originated, Jennifer has extensive background in the visual arts and fair management, and has been closely aligned with Aqua since its inception as an exhibitor, visitor and supporter. I am confident she will champion the fair's artistic mission to furthering emerging and cutting edge galleries and be a leading force in driving our success as we begin Aqua Art Miami's new chapter," said Nick Korniloff, Art Miami LLC, Fair Director and Partner.

"I am thrilled to build upon the successful reputation of Aqua", said Jennifer Jacobs, Aqua's new Director. "Over the last eight years Aqua Art Miami has been recognized within Miami Art Week as a showcase for young dealers and galleries with strong emerging and mid-career artists, all amidst a fun and relaxed environment. Pairing that program with new and increased opportunities around marketing and audience services, I'm extremely excited to develop a vibrant and expanded future for Aqua in 2013 and beyond."

Prior to joining Aqua, Jacobs consulted and directed with  the development and launching of new art fairs on the West Coast, and brought collectors and museum groups to art fairs and events throughout the world through her company The Jacobs Group LLC. Prior to that, Jacobs served as the Director of Development for the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA). Based out of Portland, OR, Jacobs will also assist in exhibitor recruitment efforts for the 2013 editions of CONTEXT Art Miami, Art Southampton, and the 2014 edition of Art Wynwood.

35 years!!!

They Are Celebrating Their 35^th Year in the Nation’s Capital

 

ZENITH GALLERY PRESENTS

“The Best of All Worlds…Traditional and Modern Art”

Featuring the Sculpture of Paul Martin Wolff and Paintings by Bradley Stevens
February 4 - April 27, 2013

MEET THE ARTISTS RECEPTION:  Wednesday, March 13, 5:30-8:00pm

AT THE ELEVEN ELEVEN SCULPTURE SPACE AT 1111 Pennsylvania Ave., NW

Campello gets a mention!

Not me, but my daughter Elise:

The cast is relatively small for TMP's usual productions with only nine actors and an accompanist. Many of the actors portray two or three characters throughout the five musicals. While all the actors handled their roles skillfully, as usual, some were more enjoyable to watch than others and maybe it is just a matter of preference of acting styles. Regardless of what acting style you prefer, Elise Campello, Cherity Harchis were standouts among the cast.

Read the whole review here.

Opportunities for Artist

Deadline: February 23, 2013 at 5:00pm. 

 

The d'ART Center, Visual Art Center in Norfolk, VA, is holding the 23rd Annual Mid-Atlantic Art Exhibition: Open to All Media. This national art exhibition awards $3,200 in prizes! The juried exhibition is held in the d'ART Center's 5 sky-lit galleries from April 12 - May 25, 2013. $30 for 5 Entries. 

 

Visit website for a prospectus at: www.d-artcenter.org/247.html 

 

Questions? Please contact Jennifer Palestrant at connect@d-artcenter.org or call 757-625-4211.

Call for Art

Deadline: February 15, 2013

The Kinsey Institute is accepting submissions for The Kinsey Institute Juried Art Show 2013 at Indiana University’s Grunwald Gallery of Art.  

The competition is open to all artists 18 years and older creating artworks relating to human sexual behavior, gender and/or reproduction.  The jurors are interested in both the positive and negative ways these topics affect individuals, couples and/or society, and welcome a broad range of submissions exploring subjects including: sex, gender, sexuality, eroticism, reproduction, romantic relationships, the politics of sex and gender, human figure, and sexual health. 

Visit website for moreinformation.

Batman Agonizing Over Robin

"The Batman Agonizing Over Robin"
Charcoal and Conte on Paper. 2013
14 x8 inches framed to 26 x 20 inches

This will be exhibited for the first time at the SCOPE New York Art Fair next month in New York City - unless one of you buys it first!

This week a new space opens

Artful Grand Opening

Reception: 2/16/2013 5-8 pm Location: Color Wheel Gallery 65 703-356-6345 1374 Chain Bridge Road McLean Virginia 22101 Save the Date! Join them as this new gallery celebrates an Artful Grand Opening on Saturday, February 16, from 5 to 8 pm. Visit the inaugural exhibition of Sculpture, Abstract, Figurative, Realism, and Impressionistic Art, meet the artists, and enjoy the festivities. RSVP Requested

About Color Wheel

Home Décor, Paint and Picture Framing

"Color Wheel’s 6,400-square-foot McLean location is three stores rolled into one, featuring decorating services and products, custom framing and a fine art gallery, as well as paint and specialty finishes. Our store professionals are trained specialists whose knowledgeable experience and helpful advice will ensure the success of every project."

SELECT 2013

SELECT 2013: WPA Art Exhibition Auction and Gala 

Location: 64 New York Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002
Exhibition Opening Date: February 16, 2013 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Art Auction Gala Date: March 16, 2013, 6:00 - Midnight
Curator Talks: February 20 and 27, 6:30pm.

Exhibition Hours: Wednesday - Saturday, 12:00pm - 6:00pm, February 20 through March 15. 

WPA is bringing SELECT, their annual art auction exhibition and gala to 64 New York Avenue, NE in NoMa this year! The main event, which takes place Saturday, March 16, 2013, showcases works by more than 100 prominent and emerging artists in a month-long exhibition and brings together over 500 patrons and artists for a vibrant gala evening and auction. The exhibition opens on Saturday, February 16 from 6-8 p.m. with a reception sponsored by Peacock Café. The opening reception and exhibition is free and open to the public. 

The exhibition will remain on view from 12 p.m.- 6 p.m. every Wednesday through Saturday from February 20 through March 15.

Curator talks will take place February 20 (Kaitlin Booher; Amy Brandt, Ph.D.; Klaus Ottmann, Ph.D.) and February 27 (Dorothy Moss, Ph.D.; Lawrence Waung; Michelle Wilkinson, Ph.D.) at 6:30 p.m. 

For more information, to purchase gala tickets, to see the list of participating artists, or to become a sponsor, please click here!

ART Break

Have an ART Break in your Community!

What’s an ART Break?
An ART Break is when a person takes a moment out of his/her day to sit down, relax, and make art.

How do I provide an ART Break to my community?
That’s easy, become an Artist in Residence with Art is Moving! It’s a unique program that provides anyone from around the world with the opportunity to offer art making for free to their community. Each artist in residence will receive $500 in art supplies, guidance from AIM’s co-founders and promotional materials in order to make an ART Break Day happen in their own city.

We can’t wait to add your city to our list of Art Break Day Sites!

For more information, visit www.artbreakday.com
Questions?  Email Art is Moving at artismoving[at]gmail[dot]com

The Examiner on Artomatic show

Artomatic is unstoppable! It kicked of the year with a remarkable Artomatic Inauguration Ball and is not slowing down! Join 35 select artists from past Artomatic shows at juried exhibition by Lenny Campello.

The beautiful Pepco Edison Place Gallery has been transform by the variety of artistic talent on its walls, glass work, creative costumes and 3-d installations. Artist opening reception on Wednesday, February 13 from 6-8 pm is the place to be to meet your local artists and charge your (visual) senses!

 Read the article (and see many photos) by Nataliya Andreyeva here.

Bora Mici on my Artomatic show

"Critics generally hate Artomatic because they are not equipped in any intellectual way to write about a show with 1,000 artists. That would require them to visit the show six to seven times, while still getting paid for just one review, when they are used to visiting a gallery or a museum with brains tuned to evaluating a single artist or group show rather than 1,000 artists ranging from disturbingly awful to spectacularly good.

In this mini Artomatic, I have broken down the real thing for them in the hopes of restoring some intellectual honesty to their critical opinions."

Read the whole thing here.

Randall Scott is back!

New H Street Gallery!

RandallScottProjects, who used to have a gallery around the DMV a few years ago and then moved to New York, is back in the DMV with a new gallery.

Read Gail Vollrath's interview with Randal Scott here.

The inaugural opening exhibition for Scott's new spapce is Golden Cacti by Mason Saltarelli.  The opening reception is Saturday February 9 from 5pm to 8pm.

Details here. 

Other galleries in the same area also having openings this Saturday include CONNERSMITH on Saturday  from 6pm to 8pm and  Industry Gallery from 6pm to 9pm.

Opportunities for Artists

States of Mind

The Stamp Gallery at the University of Maryland invites visual artists and poets alike to apply for this exhibition. This is a unique show focusing on the embodiment of mental health in art.

This is not an exhibition emphasizing principles or output of therapeutic art, instead we seek artists whose work sheds light on the depth of mental health. We hope a broad representation of ideas and interpretations on this theme will be submitted for review. All mediums will be considered. Please visit our mission page for more information about the gallery.

ACCEPTING SUBMISSIONS through February 11, 2013-- CLICK HERE!

May 9 – June 22, 2013
·               A total of $1500 is available for artist honorariums
·               Artists not selected will be added to our database for future exhibition opportunities through the Stamp Gallery.
·               Artwork submitted and accepted must be available for the duration of the exhibition.
·               Artworks must be ready to install, framed and/or professionally prepared to hang.
·               If submitting a site-specific installation, artists are responsible for installation and de-installation of artwork.
·               Literary work will be uniquely displayed in the gallery in the form of projections or prints.
·               Artists are responsible for delivery and return of artwork.
·               Students are welcome to submit artwork for consideration!
·               $15 submission fee is waived for University of Maryland students


Dates and Deadlines
February 11, 2013               Submission Deadline
February 15, 2013               Artists will be selected and contacted
March 1, 2013                     Participating Artists’ materials due: Bio, high res. images, artist statement
May 3, 2013                        Artwork drop-off/ delivery deadline
May 4-8, 2013                     Installation
May 9, 2013                        Opening Reception
June 23, 2013                      Deinstallation - all artwork must be removed from gallery by end of day

Wanna go to an opening tomorrow?

           ALTERED

 Saturday evening, Feb. 9  from  5:30 to 7:30 PM. 

                            Artist's Talk:  At the reception. 

              BlackRock Center for the Arts

                    presents works by three artists: 

 

  Nancy McNamara, CassieTaggart, Joyce Zipperer

    

     ALTERED will be on display from February 6 - March 2, 2013.

                             

                             BlackRock Center for the Arts 

                               12901 Town Commons Drive

                               Germantown, Maryland 20874

                                            (301) 528-2260

                                   www.blackrockcenter.org