ARTIST of the DAY: Laura Lein-Svencner

Posted on June 20, 2016June 20, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

"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

Posted on June 17, 2016June 17, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

"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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CALL for ENTRIES: Childhood

Posted on June 16, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

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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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.

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ARTIST of the DAY: Dimosthenis Prodromou

Posted on June 16, 2016June 16, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

Sculpture by Dimosthenis Prodromou — *head sculpture by Dimosthenis Prodromou*

“I use the term ready-made pallet to describe my color.” –Dimosthenis Prodromou

I’m such a fan of found-object assemblage, trash art & recycled materials. I understand the debate over archival materials, and I embrace a movement toward outdoor ephemeral sculpture in parks and outside museums & universities. However, I do often find my self frustrated when an artist chooses to use a recycled materia regardless of of whether it really works. I don’t like the gimmick of it all. But the sculptural work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Dimosthenis Prodromou finds itself at one with newsprint. If feels like a natural progression of the paper’s lifecycle. It appears both solid, but soft & light. A ready-made pallet…

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CALL for ENTRIES: Trees 2016

Posted on June 15, 2016June 15, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

NUTS for one & all

Last Fall the local acorn crop failed, along with most of the hard mast. As a result, black bears suffered along with the deer, squirrels & jays; it is a primary food source in the Smokies. The bears were so hungry last year, more than 50 of them ended up at our local rescue. I am hopeful for this year’s crop. Every squirrel, chipmunk & jay that has crossed my path has done so with a green acorn in its mouth, or so it seems. Fingers crossed the trees don’t let all the little critters down this year. This next Call is also all about the trees. I like this one…

Check out this Call for Entries from NYC4PA for Trees 2016. Open to ALL photographic processes, this show awards a NY group exhibit, an online exhibit & cash prizes! Take a look…

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CALL for ENTRIES:
Trees 2016
from NYC4PA

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“Trees are essential to the lifeblood of the world. Roots hold the soil so erosion is mitigated. They are home to birds, squirrels and many other of nature’s creatures. They bear fruit and in the fall the colors enhance our lives. Trees can also be looming, ominous, and, in cases of stormy weather, dangerous. They are integral to forests and jungles. They stand alone on a hillside creating lovely shadows; shade a child on a hot day; are sturdy posts to tie up the pet dog, hold a hammock off the ground. Remember the lost art of the backyard laundry line. Send us your images of trees as you experience them – forests, single trees, branches, roots.” –NYC4PA.com

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all artists

MEDIA: Open to any photographic process (print, image transfer, emulsion transfer, encaustic, black and white, etc.)

THEME: Trees

DEADLINE: June 19, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $35 for up to 3, $10 ea. add’l

JUROR: Traer Scott is an award winning fine art and commercial photographer and author of six books. Her work is exhibited around the world & has been featured in dozens of other national & international print and online publications. Traer had her 1st solo museum show Natural History at the University of Maine Museum of Art in 2015 & received the 2010 Rhode Island State Council for the Arts Photography Fellowship Grant & the 2008 Helen Woodward Humane Award.

AWARDS: Winners will receive $3,000 in cash awards, be featured in a NY gallery exhibition (October 4-16, 2016 at the Jadite Gallery in the Hell’s Kitchen area in Manhattan), on the NYC4PA online gallery exhibit & in the TREES 2016 catalog. The Grand Prize winning image will be posted on the NYC4PA home page. Check out the details.

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CALL for ENTRIES: We Love People

Posted on June 14, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

so so many EGGS

We eat dozens & dozens of eggs each month. It would be easy to assume that when we’re out, we’d avoid them. That’s not really the case. I have them fried, over-medium, after late night outings, take them cold & hard-boiled to picnics or on early mornings. And on my recent stop at Sugar Mama’s, a little bakery/bar combo, in Knoxville, I was treated to “German Eggs”. Think of it as a fluffy egg bake or like a crustless quiche. Delicious. (Funny enough, German tourists suggested we Google “german eggs slang”. Funny.) This Call hails from Munich, but doesn’t require the inclusion of eggs. Great international show opportunity…

Check out this Call for Entries from Atelier Alen (Munich) for We Love People. If you’ve been looking for a European show without shipping concerns, this could be the Call for you. Take a look…

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CALL for ENTRIES:
We Love People
from Atelier Alen

“We love People. What is it about them that we like, admire & adore so much? Is it their actions, their words, or just their presence? Personality, shared experiences & situations can all contribute to shaping the feelings that people inspire in us, and the force of love & affection can manifest itself in countless different ways. What is it that we love so much about people? How do these feelings express themselves? And how can we capture this love & transcribe it photographically?” –from atelier-alen.com

ELIGIBILITY: Open to all artists

MEDIA: Photography

DEADLINE: July 31, 2016 (if you are outside Munich, please note time differences)

NOTIFICATION: August 8, 2016

ENTRY FEE: €40 for up to 5 (approx $45USD), €5 ea. add’l (approx. $5.60USD)

SALES: Alen GmbH retains 49% commission on sales.

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CALL for ENTRIES: Faburry

Posted on June 13, 2016June 13, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

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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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.

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ARTIST of the DAY: Gehard Demetz

Posted on June 13, 2016June 13, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

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: Flowers

Posted on June 11, 2016June 11, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

everything’s ROSY

I am craving rose perfumed applesauce, but it isn’t apple season. Luckily I have a few frozen apples left from my cold storage batch of October Black apples and my friend has wild roses growing in her yard. it won’t make a large batch, but I am so excited. If you haven’t experimented with floral foods, give it a try (organic only, please). This next Call wants your flowers, and you don’t even have to taste them first. Take a look…

Check out this Call for Entries from Art-Competition.net for Flowers. $20 Entry & great marketing awards. Sometimes a flower is more than just a flower…

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CALL for ART ENTRIES:
Flowers from ART-competition.net

“Flowers have inspired artists to create some of their most beautiful, emotional & memorable works of art. Throughout history, flowers have symbolized new life, beginnings, rebirth, beauty, peace & love. Whether it is a single flower or an endless field of flowers there is no mistaking the majestic beauty or appreciation of plant life on our planet. “ – from art-competition.net

ELIGIBILITY: All artists age 18+

MEDIA: Open to any still media including painting, drawing, sculpture, collage, photography, digital art, fiber art, etc.

THEME: “Flowers”

DEADLINE: June 20, 2016

NOTIFICATION: June 30, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for 1, $10 ea. add’l

AWARDS: First place $1000 cash + $5,000 marketing value, 2nd place $150 cash + $1,500 marketing value, 3rd place $125, 4th place $100, 5th place $75, 6th place $50, & 7th place $25. The 1st through 7th place winners’ work + 10 Honorable Mentions will have their work featured in Art-Competition.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

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CALL for ENTRIES: Up Against the Wall

Posted on June 10, 2016 by R.L. Gibson

SPLASHING back

In the process of planning a new kitchen, I am now addicted to ceramic tile. I find a few feet I love, buy what I can afford, then fall in love with a new tile. I’m going to have to become a mosaic artist if this continues. This next Call is also in love with hanging ceramic work, but it doesn’t have to be tile. Take a look…

Check out this Call for Entries from BWAC (Brooklyn, NY) for Up Against the Wall. Take advantage of a discount for early entry, a distinguished juror & significant cash awards. Take a look…

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CALL for ENTRIES:
Up Against the Wall exhibit from BWAC

“Up Against The Wall invites you to forget the pedestal! Let’s put our clay on the map, on the vertical axis, just perfect for a Brooklyn where horizontal space is at such a premium. In NYC, we have to Build UP! Big or small, fat or flat, however it’s hanging. Confrontational clay at it’s most insistent. Suspend your disbelief (literally) Up in the air without a net? Bring it!” –from BWAC.org

ELIGIBILITY: Open to U.S. artists 18+

MEDIA: Open to all media

ENTRY FEE: $45 up to 6, $5 ea. add’l (early bird), $55 for up to 6, $5 ea. add’l (June 24 – July 6) or $65 up to 6, $5 ea add’l after July 6

DEADLINE: June 23rd (early bird), July 6th (on time) or July 20, 2016, midnight PST (final)

NOTIFICATION: August 8, 2016

JUROR: Matt Nolen is a studio artist living and working in New York City. Trained as a painter and architect, his work includes sculptural objects and architectural installations using clay and mixed media. Mr. Nolen is currently serving as President of the Board of Trustees for Watershed Center for the Ceramic Arts in Newcastle Maine and is Adjunct Professor of Art at New York University and Pratt Institute.

AWARDS: Gold $500, Silver $250, Bronze $100 & 5 Certificates of Recognition.

SALES: BWAC will retain a 25% commission on all exhibition sales.

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ARTIST of the DAY: Laura Lein-Svencner

Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day, collage artist Laura Lein-Svencner!

ARTIST of the DAY: 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

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

CALL for ENTRIES: Childhood

land of CITRUS

CALL for ENTRIES:
Childhood
from L.A. Photo Curator

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

ARTIST of the DAY: Dimosthenis Prodromou

“I use the term ready-made pallet to describe my color.” –Dimosthenis Prodromou

Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day, sculptor Dimosthenis Prodromou!

CALL for ENTRIES: Trees 2016

NUTS for one & all

CALL for ENTRIES:
Trees 2016
from NYC4PA

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

CALL for ENTRIES: We Love People

so so many EGGS

CALL for ENTRIES:
We Love People
from Atelier Alen

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

CALL for ENTRIES: Faburry

what a peach APRICOT

CALL for ENTRIES:
Faburry Gallery’s
1st Exhibition

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

ARTIST of the DAY: Gehard Demetz

sadness & SILENCE

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

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

CALL for ENTRIES: Flowers

everything’s ROSY

CALL for ART ENTRIES:
Flowers from ART-competition.net

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

CALL for ENTRIES: Up Against the Wall

SPLASHING back

CALL for ENTRIES:
Up Against the Wall exhibit from BWAC

For full details, Read the Full Call!

Category: Art Exhibit

Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day, collage artist Laura Lein-Svencner!

“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

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

land of CITRUS

CALL for ENTRIES: Childhood from L.A. Photo Curator

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

“I use the term ready-made pallet to describe my color.” –Dimosthenis Prodromou

Learn more about AAAD Artist of the Day, sculptor Dimosthenis Prodromou!

NUTS for one & all

CALL for ENTRIES: Trees 2016 from NYC4PA

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

so so many EGGS

CALL for ENTRIES: We Love People from Atelier Alen

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

what a peach APRICOT

CALL for ENTRIES: Faburry Gallery’s 1st Exhibition

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

sadness & SILENCE

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

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

everything’s ROSY

CALL for ART ENTRIES: Flowers from ART-competition.net

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

SPLASHING back

CALL for ENTRIES: Up Against the Wall exhibit from BWAC

For full details, Read the Full Call!

“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

CALL for ENTRIES:
Childhood
from L.A. Photo Curator

CALL for ENTRIES:
Trees 2016
from NYC4PA

CALL for ENTRIES:
We Love People
from Atelier Alen

CALL for ENTRIES:
Faburry Gallery’s
1st Exhibition

CALL for ART ENTRIES:
Flowers from ART-competition.net

CALL for ENTRIES:
Up Against the Wall exhibit from BWAC