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ARTIST of the DAY: Marissa J. Menefee

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Exploration Metallum 001, watercolor on paper, by Marissa J. Menefee
Exploration Metallum 001, watercolor on paper, by Marissa J. Menefee

“When lost, it feels like we are going in circles.
When there is great accomplishment, it feels as if
we have come full circle.” — Marissa J. Menefee

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I find myself rehearsing half-hearted apologies for the decisions to step off the edge of the earth, or so it feels, in pursuit of adventure and truly living in the coming years.  I am taking baby steps toward a goal, but feel an immediate, obligatory sense of guilt creep up on me after every accomplishment.  Proud but guilty. Excited but apologetic. Emotional semantics. 

Seeing the work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Marissa J. Menefee, I thought, “this artist understands the circles in which I spin and spin and spin.”  Thanks, Marissa.

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Lose (or find) yourself in the mesmerizing patterns of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, painter Marissa J. Menefee!

 

CALL for ENTRIES: Fight or Flight

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Learn more about the Fight or Flight exhibit from The Painting Center!FOOD anyone?

I received more “why food?” inquiries this week.  Because.  That’s the short answer.  Specifically I had someone to challenge the relevancy of a food theme with all that is going on politically in the U.S.  Long Answer, well, food IS political, and global. (Reminder, the world is larger than the U.S.)  Regulations governing food safety couldn’t be more political. Quinoa and milk and coffee and avocados, political. Choosing the source of your food and having confidence the quality of your options is all about politics and privilege.  I love food.  AAAD will continue to celebrate food.  We all grow and buy and cook and serve in reaction to our experiences of the world around us.  We act and react, indulge and temper, daily.  This next Call wants your reaction to current events.  Take a look…

Check out this Call for Entries from The Painting Center (New York, NY) for Fight or Flight.  This non-profit art center in the heart of Chelsea is offering a beautiful space & opportunity for painting and more…

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Learn more about the Fight or Flight exhibit from The Painting Center!CALL for ENTRIES:
 Fight or Flight
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“Looking back to specific artists’ reactions to unsettled times, there are Picasso’s Guernica & Gerhard Richter’s cycle of paintings October 18, 1977. On the other hand, Matisse created his joyful collaged paper cutouts for his Jazz series during World War II in France, and Jackson Pollock’s poured paintings were created in the 1950s during the McCarthy era. Creativity can feed off the inspiration of current events and/or a personal vision. We are looking for artists’ responses to these times in which we live, in 2017.” –thepaintingcenter.org

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists

MEDIA:  Open to all media (except digital art)

DEADLINE:  May 5, 2017

NOTIFICATION:  May 15, 2017

ENTRY FEE: $40 for up to 5 images

SALES:  The Painting Center retains a 20% commission on all sales.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

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CALL for ENTRIES: 2 Elizabeths

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Cover Art wanted by 2 Elizabeths magazine!the MISSING middle

I enjoy creative process.  I find it meditative.  My own visual work requires lots of repetition.  I like to knit.  More repetition.  I have a handful of favorite recipes. Even more repetition.  As a result, I often end up in looping rut of repetition.  In the kitchen, I break the sameness by trying a recipe outside my comfort zone. (Today gumbo, tomorrow doughnuts;)  When working visually, I find a themed Call that dictates the inspiration not only helps me start a new piece, but it sometimes marks the beginning of a whole new direction.  This Call is a paying opportunity too, which I appreciate albeit meager.  Maybe it is right for you…

Check out this Call for Entries from 2 Elizabeths magazine for Cover Art. Only $5 to enter. Even if you don’t win the cover spot, it is a great way to jump start your creativity this winter.  Take a look…

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Cover Art wanted by 2 Elizabeths magazine!CALL for ENTRIES: Cover Art
for 2 Elizabeths magazine

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ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists

MEDIA:  Open to 2-dimensional representations of work including drawing, painting, illustration, photography, etc.  Be inspired by their published fiction & poetry.

DEADLINE:  March 28, 2017

ENTRY FEE:  $5 for 1 or $9.75 for two entries

JURORS:  2 Elizabeths will select their favorite three pieces of art, and at that time their email subscribers will be given the opportunity to vote on a selection for each bi-monthly issue of the electronic magazine.  You (and your friends/family) can subscribe for free.

AWARDS:  If your work is chosen for the cover, you will be paid $50 for first & electronic rights to the work.  Afterward, your work is your own to sell again.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Gyula Sagi

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Op. 144, 70x50cm, ink on paper, 2017 by Gyula Sagi
“Op. 144” (ink on paper, 2017) by Gyula Sagi

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“Repetition is based on body rhythms, so we identify
with the heartbeat, or with walking,
or with breathing.” —Karlheinz Stockhausen

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Portraiture draws me in because I crave the human, the humane. But, aesthetically, the geometric and the abstract are the chosen wallpaper of my life.  I seek out the repetition of strokes and patterns of lines and symbols.   When I came across the work of today’s AAAD Artist of the Day, Gyula Sagi, my thoughts went immediately to the human heartbeat and the comfort found in repetition.
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Find a comforting rhythm in the work
of AAAD Artist of the Day Gyula Sagi!

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CALL for ENTRIES: Arizona Aqueous XXXI

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Learn more about Arizona Aqueous XXXI from the Tubac Center of the Arts!WATER is essential.

People risk their lives to protect water, and where I live, people just lost their lives in want of water.  I live in Cobbly Nob in Gatlinburg. On Monday, we realized Webb Mountain was on fire.  As we fled our yard was on fire.  Amazingly, our house escaped unscathed.  The fear is/was real; we can talk about that later. I just can’t yet. In the meantime, here’s a call that wants WATER from you.  I appreciate this approach to watercolor. Investigate…

Check out this Call for Entries from Tubac Center of the Arts (Tubac, AZ) for Arizona Aqueous XXXI.  Water media on paper + a contemporary juror = not an average watercolor show.  Take a look…

Learn more about Arizona Aqueous XXXI from the Tubac Center of the Arts!CALL for ENTRIES:
Arizona Aqueous XXXI
from Tubac Center of the Arts

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ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists

MEDIA:  Water based pigments on paper must constitute the major portion of the work. Entries composed of paper constructions, paper sculpture, paper collage, cut paper, mobiles or two or three dimensional wall pieces, and installations are eligible. Work which is innovative in concept and approach, whether representational or abstract, is encouraged.  All work must be the original creation of the artist.

DEADLINE:  December 12, 2016

NOTIFICATION:  December 23, 2016

ENTRY FEE:  $35 for up to 4, $5 ea. add’l

JUROR:  Monica Mary Warhol, an artist and innovator in a number of disciplines–painting, printmaking, sculpture, installation, design, music, fashion and theater, has had work shown throughout the United States and abroad. Working between the spaces of art and Pop culture, performance and visual art, Monica has continued a familial legacy as provocateur and craftsman, creating work both beautiful and challenging.

AWARDS:  Best of Show $1,000, Juror’s Award $500 , Award of Excellence $250, Award of Merit $100, Two (2) Honorable Mentions $75

SALES:  All work must be for sale. TCA will retain a 40% commission.

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more from the Tubac Center of the Arts!

 

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RESIDENCY: HMC Budapest

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Learn more about the HMC International Residency!with a CHERRY on top

Long-time readers have felt my pain at the lack of ethnic culinary options in my little hometown.  But we HAVE recently added superb Thai & Indian food to list.  There is ONE really inconveniently located German restaurant –which is like not having one.  But, I still await Ethiopian food (never going to happen) & Hungarian food (craving hideg meggyleves, a chilled cherry, sour soup).  Soup is not the only reason to consider this next residency Call.  Take a look…

Check out this Call for Application from the Hungarian Multicultural Center (Dallas/Budapest) for Int’l Artist Residencies.  Two great themes & only $35 to apply.  Investigate…

Learn more about the HMC International Residency!RESIDENCY
from HMC
in Budapest

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ELIGIBILITY:  Open to all artists, designers, theorists, writers and curators 

MEDIA:  Open to all media, ie. work on paper, painting, drawing, photo, video, performance, etc.

THEMES:  “My Life with a Dog” or “Environmental Project”

DEADLINE:  January 20, 2017 (as of 11/28/16)

NOTIFICATION:  January 23, 2017

APPLICATION FEE: $35 to apply.  Note: There is a package price to attend the residency of the summer residencies: $1350/artist.  The winter residency cost $1,150.  Artists are expected to pay all travel expenses, personal costs, visa (if necessary), insurance & artist materials.

AWARDS:  The residency is located in Budapest.  The residence offers shared room/bath/kitchen as living quarters, and working area, exhibition, ArtistTalk, field trip, gallery tour are included in the cost. 

HOW to APPLY:  The details are downloadable here.  Please email bszechy@yahoo.com for an application. *Note: I have been unable to locate this form on the site, so be sure to bookmark this page if interested.

For complete details, email bszechy@yahoo.com!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Laura Lein-Svencner

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"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

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"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 Day, Elise Wehle!

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ARTIST of the DAY: Dimosthenis Prodromou

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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: Works on Paper

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Learn more about the Works on Paper exhibit from LBIF - Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences!LEFTOVERS rock

We intentionally create leftovers by overcooking dinner so that we have a few easy options for lunch on hand.  But, left over veggies that didn’t get fully used in salads or stir frys become the best fillings for spring rolls.  We’re a little addicted.  Have I mentioned that rice paper is my newest obsession? As much as I appreciate their function, I’ll admit that how little room they take up in the pantry and the fact that they seemingly never expire may very well make them the perfect bread replacement.  Yum. This next call wants your paper, but it doesn’t have to be rice paper…

Check out this Call for Entries from LBIF (Beach Haven, NJ) for their 18th Annual Juried: Works on Paper. $35 Entry, cash awards & the juror is fantastic.  Take a look…

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Learn more from LBIF - Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences!CALL for ENTRIES:
Works on Paper fm LBIF

 

ELIGIBILITY:  Open to U.S. artists 18+

MEDIA:  Works on paper can include, but are not limited to: drawing, painting on paper, hand-pulled prints, photography, digital pieces displayed as prints, photographic prints & paper construction that are wall hung.

DEADLINE:  May 19, 2016

NOTIFICATION: May 31, 2016

ENTRY FEE:  $35 for up to 3

JUROR:  Carter E. Foster is the Curator of Drawing at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York City. In a museum career spanning 20+ years, Foster has specialized in the history of drawing & continuities of artistic practice in Europe & America from the Renaissance to the present.  He has held curatorial positions at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the Cleveland Museum of Art, the L.A. County Museum of Art, & Whitney Museum of American Art, where he is currently the Curator of Drawing.  A specialist on the work of Edward Hopper, he recently organized the exhibition Hopper Drawing. Foster also writes extensively on post-war and contemporary American art. 

SALES:  All work must be for sale.  The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts & Sciences will retain a 40% commission of the purchase price on all works sold during the exhibition.

AWARDS:  Cash Awards will be announced at the reception $500 1st prize, $250 2nd prize, $100 3rd prize + 2 honorable mentions

For complete details, Read the Full Call!

Learn more from LBIF - Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences!