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CALL for ENTRIES: Pets 2

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Learn more about the Pets 2 Exhibit from art-competition.net!tricky TREATS

My dog only eats dog treats at home.  When she’s at the dog sitter’s house, she will only take cat treats.  I don’t get it.  I once had a cat that would only limp when I watched her.  How odd to think that our perceived expectations alter even the behavior of our furry family.  This next Call wants to know about your favorite animal friends.  An opportunity with a little heart…

Check out this Call for Entries from Art-Competition.net for Pets We Love 2. $20 entry & this exhibit is proudly supports the ASPCA®. Take a look…

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Learn more about the Pets 2 Exhibit from art-competition.net!CALL for ENTRIES:
Pets We Love 2

 

ELIGIBILITY: All artists age 18+

MEDIA: 2-D media: painting, drawing, photography, digital, collage, fiber, etc.

THEME: Pets We Love “Pets become family, and are caring companions that we love and honor. Their relationship to us is as working, service and emotional loving partners from the exotic to the domestic animals. It is no wonder that they have graced historic and contemporary works of art. Whether we have or do not have a pet we all still need to respect and protect them.” –from art-competition.net

DEADLINE: July 5, 2016

NOTIFICATION: July  14, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for 1, $10 ea. add’l

AWARDS: Gallery25N.com & Art-Competition.net will co-market the ten artists and their artwork in the exhibition worldwide. Click here for details.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Tracie Cheng

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(left to right) Intercession and Cinder & Smoke (oil and acrylic on wood) by Tracie Cheng
(left to right) Intercession and Cinder & Smoke (oil and acrylic on wood) by Tracie Cheng

“I want a calm understanding to be felt, despite what may never be known. I want us to find more possibility in the intangible, and allow for it to come into its own.” —Tracie Cheng

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We grow up hearing “anything’s possible”. But is it really?  Possibilities vary from person to person.  Privilege aside, doesn’t the individual’s talents and tendencies shape what is truly possible?  I believe we find our possibilities where we look for them.  I struggle with faith but find the need for absolutes stifles creativity. The work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Tracie Cheng suggests possibility in the intangible which requires faith in some form.  Maybe it is dichotomy, not contradiction.

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Ponder the possibilities with
AAAD Artist of the Day, Tracie Cheng!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Brooks Salzwedel

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"You Never" (graphite) by Brooks Salzwedel
“You Never…” (graphite) by Brooks Salzwedel

I have been struggling with identity lately, struggling to find my voice again –both metaphorically & literally.  Art is supposed to evoke emotion, possibly incite action.  Added to the experience of the audience, art can evolve, change stories and inspire change for the better, or worse.  The work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Brooks Salzwedel feels intimate, makes me feel vulnerable, maybe a little paranoid.  This organic drawing nestled in a foreign shrine are seemingly devoid of connection, sans proximity.  But, then again, ‘you never’ know what another person battles.

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Discover the work of AAAD Artist of the Day,
Brooks Salzwedel!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Dana Hargrove

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"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: Jennie Traill Schaeffer

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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

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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: Vivienne Strauss

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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!

ARTIST of the DAY: Kathleen M. Robison

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backward & FORWARD

Gaining perspective requires your finding your place in the present day by looking BOTH backward toward the path traveled (or not) & forward to embrace possibilities.  When I came across this pair of portraits by today’s AotD, I found this idea beautifully illuminated. Ironically, Robison is primarily a plein air painter, which cannot be more rooted in the present.  The work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Kathleen M. Robison, offers a beautiful glimpse of Summer contemplation.  (continues below).

"White Scarf" & "Blue Sun Dress" (plein air oil painting) by Kathleen M. Robison
“White Scarf” & “Blue Sun Dress” (plein air oil painting) by Kathleen M. Robison

“Painted this oil painting of a girl who was looking away into the blue sky. The bright light on the scarf drew me in, so did the movement of her hair. Her attitude that day reminded me of the ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’.” — Kathleen M. Robison

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Contemplate new directions with the plein air work of
AAAD’s Artist of the Day, Kathleen M. Robison!

CALL for ENTRIES: Dreams 2

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Learn more about the Dreams 2 exhibit from art-competition.net!

scrambling your EGGS

I dream about hollandaise sauce pretty often.  I’m not sure why.  Ive looked into what dreams about food symbolize, and while I can find lot of references to the symbolism of eggs, the main component of hollandaise sauce, but nothing sauce-specific.  Anyone have suggestions?  In the meantime, this Call is an opportunity to investigate your own dreams.   Great theme…

Check out this Call for Entries from Art-Competition.net for Dreams 2. $20 Entry & great marketing perks. Field of winners narrowed to 18 artists. Take a look…

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Learn more about the Dreams 2 exhibit from art-competition.net!CALL for ENTRIES:
Dreams 2 from ART-competition.net

 

“I paint what cannot be photographed, that which comes from the imagination or from dreams, or from an unconscious drive.”
-– Man Ray


ELIGIBILITY: All artists age 18+

MEDIA: Open to all still media: painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, digital, etc.

THEME:  Dreams are a window into an alternative reality that we all experience. The memory of a dream can be fleeting or can haunt us for a lifetime.  Art can help us connect to our dreams.

DEADLINE: May 23, 2016

NOTIFICATION: June 7, 2016

ENTRY FEE: $20 for 1, $10 each add’l

AWARDS: Eighteen artists/photographers will be selected for a group exhibit, “Dreams 2” at G25N’s online gallery, the exhibit and artists will be extensively marketed.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

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We are happy to have Art-Competition.net as a sponsor of AAAD.

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CALL for ENTRIES: Collaboration

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Learn more about the Collaboration Project at Art Labology!

take two & call me after BREAKFAST

Food as medicine has been on my radar for a decade.  I appreciate the ability to attempt home remedies through food and supplements.  I am not suggesting it is easier, nor am I suggestion it is a solution for all ailments.  But, I am intrigued.  A family history of arthritis, combined with years of a slight addiction to towering high heels, has resulted in massive joint pain in one of feet.  Flair ups are completely manageable with a combination of tart cherries & massive quantities of vitamin C.  Drug-resistant pediatric epilepsy is now often treated by mainstream medicine with a ketogenic diet.  The collaboration between doctors and nutritionists is inspiring. This Call offers you the opportunity to collaborate with writers.  Take a look…

Check out this Call for Entries from Art Labology for a Collaboration project between visual artists & writers.  No entry fee & possible art publication.  I like this opportunity…

*Editor’s Note: If you have read the personal portion of this post, CALL for ENTRIES: Collaboration, anywhere other than by email subscription or on ArtAndArtDeadlines.com, it has been published without permission and is considered theft.

Learn more about the Collaboration Project at Art Labology!CALL for ENTRIES: Collaboration
from Art Labology

 

“Art Labology’s latest competition is looking for artwork to inspire a short story. Join in a collaboration with writers using your artwork as their inspiration to write a short story.” –from ArtLabology.net

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists

MEDIA:  Open to “paintings ONLY… that a short story can be based upon. Please, no abstract paintings, sculptures, or photographs.” *Editor’s note:  I clarified the scope of media. & this expanded definition was approved: “representational painting including acrylic, oil, watercolor, digital painting & mixed media (including collage) so long as the work is 2-D & NOT abstract.”  Note, the Call on their site DOES NOT reflect the same definition.  You’re gonna have to trust me.

DEADLINE:  June 15, 2016

NOTIFICATION:  July 20, 2016

ENTRY FEE:  None

AWARDS:  Selected work will be published in a future project. Promotional benefits include a showcase of winners on ArtLabology.net with a link to your website, social media exposure on Facebook & Twitter, and your artwork in a future book publication.  Art Labology’s gallery is currently viewed in over 90 countries and offers its artists worldwide exposure.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more about the Collaboration Project at Art Labology!