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ARTIST of the DAY: Dana Hargrove

"Production of Belonging #1" & "Production of Belonging #2" (collaged acrylic on paper) by Dana Hargrove
“Production of Belonging #1 & #2” (collaged acrylic on paper) by Dana Hargrove

“As we traverse the land, we may find our search for utopia
leads us on a journey that offers, on the surface, little more
than a façade of our ideals.” —
Dana Hargrove

After another week on the road, it is easy for me to begin to see patterns in the towns through which I drive — aspects of the constructs that seem to reflect back the personality of the town, be they real or fabricated. Imagine my delight to find the work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Dana Hargrove.  I invite you to take the time to investigate more of Dana’s work and her exploration of this concept.

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Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day,
the Aspect Formations series by Dana Hargrove!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Laura Lein-Svencner

"Steady Your Course" & "Refrain" (mixed-media collage) by Laura Lein-Svencner!
“Steady Your Course” & “Refrain” (mixed-media collage) by Laura Lein-Svencner

I struggle with self-doubt like every artist, like every person.  I struggle with balance and/or learning to live with imbalance.  I want peace and tranquility, but lack the self-control to say “no” often enough to allow time for the peace.  I find myself annoyed by the gospel of “busy” but fulfilling the stereotype repeatedly.  Art is the exception.  Art prompts but stills me, makes things clearer.

The mixed-media collage work today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Laura Lein-Svencner gave me a little perspective today, helped me weigh options.  Pause for just a moment…

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ARTIST of the DAY: Elise Wehle

"Veils 4" & "At the Gates 5" by Elise Wehle
“Veils 4” & “At the Gates 5” by Elise Wehle

Making art makes me conscious of my hands again, and all
of my work requires time-intensive, redundant
movements that remind me that not everything is as
instantaneous as a click of a mouse.
” –Elise Wehle

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I get her, this artist. The meticulous work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Elise Wehle combines meticulous hand-cut detail with patient composition, creating lush portraits and landscapes that make me long for travel and vacation.  Art’s truest purpose is to evoke emotion & prompt action.  Where does this work transport you?

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Dream with the hand-cut collage work of today’s AAAD Artist of the DayElise Wehle!

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CALL for ENTRIES: Childhood

Learn more about the Childhood exhibit from L.A. Photo Curator!land of CITRUS

I was born in Florida & spent the majority of my first 5 years there. We had a grapefruit tree in our yard.  But, I can’t remember having so much as a wedge of an orange to eat.  I do remember drinking lots of Tang though.  Odd.  Was my childhood plagued by foods expertly marketed to my single father, or is my recollection just not of those specific memories? Not even a wedge?  How is that possible.  This next Call wants YOUR childhood images. (Oranges not required)Take a look…

Check out this Call for Entries from L.A. Photo Curator for the Childhood exhibit. $20 entry, no shipping, great prizes & exposure for ALL entrants. Great opportunity…

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Learn more about the Childhood exhibit from L.A. Photo Curator!CALL for ENTRIES:
Childhood
from L.A. Photo Curator

 

“Childhood is bursting at the seams with wonder, learning, exploration, joy, transformation, struggle, and love.  So much carries a child from babyhood to spreading their wings as adults.  It is, at once, so slow and so fast.  So beautiful, and at times, so hard.  What do you want to say about this fascinating time?  We’d love to see your version of the child, from your perspective, in all its wonder or challenge.” –from curator Meredith McGrane

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all artists

MEDIA: Photography

DEADLINE: June 27, 2016 (Midnight PST)

EXHIBITION: July 9 – August 9, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for up to 3. 15% of artist fees go to the charity of the monthly curator (griffinmuseum.org) as well as the first place winner’s charity.

CURATOR: Meredith McGrane is a Massachusetts-based photographer whose work often explores her two selves — one part motherhood and one part channeling a penchant for wanderlust that existed long before motherhood.  McGrane’s One Love Project examines mothering an only child with themes of presence, connection, and healing.  Her photographs have been exhibited nationally.  When not photographing, Meredith can be found putting on plays in her living room or riding her Razor scooter around the neighborhood – both with her daughter, of course.http://www.meredithmphotography.com/

SALES: All sales are conducted between the artist & buyer. L.A. Photo Curator does not handle any part of sales. There is no commission.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more about the Comic Relief exhibit from L.A. Photo Curator!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Jennie Traill Schaeffer

Ms. Cupcakes on the Red Carpet Oil on Panel by Jennie Traill Schaeffer
Ms. Cupcakes on the Red Carpet (oil on panel) by Jennie Traill Schaeffer

“I explore the relationship of the subjects as an almost religious icon, as a portrait. Everything I paint has an energy that I strive to bring to the surface.” –Jennie Traill Schaeffer

It seems that today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Jennie Traill Schaeffer finds an inner purpose or being, a light if you will, in all objects.  It doesn’t upset me at all that she chose cupcakes this time.  Enjoy this sweet treat…

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Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day, painter Jennie Trail Schaeffer!

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CALL for ENTRIES: Faburry

Learn more from the Faburry Gallery!

what a peach APRICOT

I often feel indignant about crap people are willing to eat.  Yes, it’s a little judge-y.  But, there are so many people worldwide without the access to healthy food, so I find myself impatient when people take it for granted.  But, I digress.  My husband recently enjoyed making fun of the newly-acquired fact that the only apricots I have ever eaten have been dried or a part of a sauce or jam.  My husband insisted we buy a fresh apricot, and, apparently, it is on the menu as a part of my breakfast in the morning. I’m not opposed; it just hasn’t ever been a thing.  There is a first for everything, right? This Call is a first for this brand new gallery.  Investigate this artist-run space…

Check out this Call for Entries from the brand new Faburry Gallery for their First Exhibition!  It is rare to find ANY art opportunity for $5.  Take a look…

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Learn more from the Faburry Gallery!CALL for ENTRIES:
Faburry Gallery’s
1st Exhibition

 

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists 18+

MEDIA:  Open to painting, digital, sculpture, photography & mixed media

DEADLINE:  June 28, 2016

NOTIFICATION: by July 5, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $5 for up to 3

AWARDS:  All chosen artists will be promoted via social media and website. All exhibitions & featured artists will be archived on the website.  Finalists will be contacted for an interview & a highlight feature.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more from the Faburry Gallery!

ARTIST of the DAY: Gehard Demetz

sadness & SILENCE

The loss & violence in Orlando this week is unbearable.  I was once watching an interview with today’s artist in which he was trying to speak to his inspiration, his inner voice.  He said,”I represent this world, this culture.”  I heard this and wondered about the world of which he spoke, this world of children in arresting situations, and hoped his work wasn’t REALLY representative of the world.  I don’t want the world to be that painful, that complicated.  But it is.  I love this work.  I will always love this work.  Today, I wish it didn’t feels quite so real. Today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Gehard Demetz has put a face on our world today.  (continues below)

"Stones in my Pocket" and detail (wood sculpture) by Gehard Demetz
“Stones in my Pocket” & detail (wood sculpture) by Gehard Demetz

“I represent this world, this culture.” — Gehard Demetz

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Today’s AAAD Artist of the Day is Gehard Demetz!

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CALL for ENTRIES: Water, Water Everywhere

Learn more about the Water Water Everywhere exhibit from the Black Bar Gallery!

entirely DRINKABLE

I lived in the USVI for a couple of years, and my house used only cistern water.   Rainfall kept the supply flowing for most of the year, but a couple of months prior to the rainy season we’d have to pay to have the cistern fill… about $500.  That was 20 years ago.  I try to internalize this memory every time I pay my $85 water bill.  Well, that and I can actually cook with the tap water at my current home.  Back then the hashtag would have been #dontlookinthebottomofcistern or #youdontwanttoknow.  This next call is all about the water, and there are no restriction on the orgin of YOUR water.  Investigate…

Check out this Call for Entries from Black Bar Gallery (Boise, ID) for Water Water Everywhere. $20 entry for this art publication opportunity.  Take a look…

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Learn more about the Water Water Everywhere exhibit from the Black Bar Gallery!CALL for ENTRIES: Water Water Everywhere from Black Bar Gallery

 

“If there is magic in this world, it is contained in water.” – Loren Eiseley

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists

MEDIA: Photography

DEADLINE:  June 15, 2016

NOTIFICATION: by June 20, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for up to 3, $5 ea. add’l

SALES:  Black Bar Gallery retains 20% commission

AWARDS:  This exhibition will have 14 photographs selected by the juror for exhibition.  Images will be archived online for five years.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more from the Black Bar Gallery!

ARTIST of the DAY: Vivienne Strauss

duck duck GOOSE

When I came home from the hospital with my bouncing baby boy so many years ago, I found a bottle of cold duck in my fridge –a gift from my mother.  Not champagne.  Cold Duck.  This particular variety was a blend of port & champagne.  I never asked her why, and I’ve never had it since.  But, after a pregnancy free from alcohol for both myself and my husband, it only took a glass a piece to make us a little giddy and able to let go of the fears and stress of being a new parent, if only for an hour or so.  It is a fond, silly memory that I treasure.  When I came across this work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Vivienne Strauss, it put a smile on my face.  The perfect complement. (continues below)

"Cold duck" (collage & embroidery on paper) by Vivienne Strauss
“Cold duck” (collage & embroidery on paper) by Vivienne Strauss

A self-taught painter with a background in Philosophy, Vivienne Strauss works predominately in oil and watercolor. Her paintings often migrating around the humor of being human – shared dejection, things left unsaid, false arrogance, disbelief, inspired irony. She is an observer and chronicler, in the actual world in which she exists and in the world of characters she creates, exposing, with precise wit, the subterranean elements lying in wait beneath the deceptively quotidian.

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Enjoy the witty observation in the work of today’s
AAAD Artist of the Day, Vivienne Strauss!

CALL for ENTRIES: Inner Travels

Learn more about Inner Travels from The Virtual Artist!up, up & TAKE AWAY

I put my kiddo on a plane, alone, bound for Texas, and as soon as he was settled into his seat, he texted me.  Before even taxiing down the runway, he wanted to know how to order lunch.  Ha.  He’s mine, for certain.  Luckily, airline food has gotten better and offers healthy, organic, less-processed options.  I’m impressed.  He was impressed. This next Call embraces travel too.  Food references optional…

Check out this Call for Entries from The Virtual Artist for Inner Travels.  This online gallery offers an archived backlink to your site as a part of the exhibit. Consider this an art publication opportunity. Deadline is June 1st!

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Learn more about the Inner Travels exhibit from The Virtual Artist!CALL for ENTRIES:
Inner Travels
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“Traveling is a journey of the soul. Whether it’s moving from place to place or a migration, moving to a new city, state or country, even becoming a refugee. The Virtual Artist is looking for work inspired by travel and reflecting a meaning beyond vacation photos. The kind of work that changed your soul or the soul of someone else.” –from The Virtual Artist

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists, 21+ years

MEDIA:  Open to all media

DEADLINE:  June 1, 2016

NOTIFICATION:  by June 15, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for up to 3, $5 ea. add’l

AWARDS:  Winning artists will have their work included in a six month online exhibition which will then be permanently archived online.

SALES:  No commission taken on sales.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more from The Virtual Artist!