Applications are now invited from professional artists, craftspeople, designer/makers, studio workshops, co‐operatives, galleries and dealers seeking to expand their markets worldwide through participation in Craft Arts International’s Collectors Guide, to be published in their 78th issue, due out in March, 2010 and covering the period March through to July 2010.
For more information, please visit
W: www.craftarts.co.au
(Source: Alan J. Poole)
Tuesday, 24 November 2009
Tuesday, 17 November 2009
WARM GLASS UK PRIZE 2010; CALL
The brief for 2010 is "NATURE".
All entries must include an element of kiln-formed glass work.
The competition calls for entries from artists, students and newcomers to glass fusing and prizes will be awarded in three categories as follows:
Artist's Prize: Open to all glass artists, regardless of experience. The prize for this category will be a place on one of our Spring Masterclasses, run by international artists including Silvia Levenson, Bruno Romanelli and Deborah Horrell.
Student's Prize: Open to students currently studying on an accredited full or part-time Further or Higher Education course at a college or university. The prize for this category will be a Paragon SC2 kiln.
Newcomer's Prize: Open to any glass worker who has begun working in the glass medium within the past twelve months and has not sold their work commercially. The prize for this category will be £250 to spend on products from the Warm Glass range.
Entry Deadline: Midnight January 31st 2010
Voting Opens: February 8th 2010
Voting Closes: February 24th 2010
Winners Announced: March 1st 2010
Full details and rules can be viewed on http://www.warm-glass.co.uk/.
All entries must include an element of kiln-formed glass work.
The competition calls for entries from artists, students and newcomers to glass fusing and prizes will be awarded in three categories as follows:
Artist's Prize: Open to all glass artists, regardless of experience. The prize for this category will be a place on one of our Spring Masterclasses, run by international artists including Silvia Levenson, Bruno Romanelli and Deborah Horrell.
Student's Prize: Open to students currently studying on an accredited full or part-time Further or Higher Education course at a college or university. The prize for this category will be a Paragon SC2 kiln.
Newcomer's Prize: Open to any glass worker who has begun working in the glass medium within the past twelve months and has not sold their work commercially. The prize for this category will be £250 to spend on products from the Warm Glass range.
Entry Deadline: Midnight January 31st 2010
Voting Opens: February 8th 2010
Voting Closes: February 24th 2010
Winners Announced: March 1st 2010
Full details and rules can be viewed on http://www.warm-glass.co.uk/.
PHD STUDENTSHIP AT SWANSEA METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Swansea Metropolitan University have a PhD studentship available working with their water jet cutting equipment. It is a 9k tax free studentship working with Vanessa Cutler on extending the parameters of how water jet can apply to glass. If anyone is interested please email Vanessa or Professor Kelvin Donne to find out more. The intention is that the PhD would begin December 2009 completing 2012. Applicants need to have a good degree or Masters, preferably (but not necessarily) in glassmaking. The work will develop on Vanessa's work carried out from and since her thesis on the subject in 2006, extending the parameters of the machine and investigating the aesthetics of applying waterjet technology. This will include cutting and surface milling, little has been investigated currently that incorporates controlled surface abrasion (milling) which could be the starting point for the PhD.
For more information, please contact:
E: kelvin.donne@smu.ac.uk or vanessa.cutler@smu.ac.uk
W: www.smu.ac.uk
For more information, please contact:
E: kelvin.donne@smu.ac.uk or vanessa.cutler@smu.ac.uk
W: www.smu.ac.uk
CRYPT-MAS 2010 BY ILLUMINI: CALL
Dead line: January 15th 2010
Applications are invited from artists of all disciplines, working in illumination. If your work glows or lights up in any way, Illumini wants to here from you. The theme is alternative Christmas; this can be broadly investigated and is left wide open for your creativity and imagination.
Crypt-mas will be a free alternative Christmas art experience, in December 2010, for all ages, created inside a subterranean labyrinth. The venue is a dark underground church crypt, with alcoves and arched ceilings, the fantastic setting and atmosphere, for an alternative Christmas grotto. Including children’s workshops and Illumini’s very own futuristic Santa (art installation).
Illumini Event, Sep 2008, attracted over 3,000 people on its opening night and 7,145 guests during its two weeks. Artist’s from professionals-students gained commissions, sales and major press coverage and interviews through Illumini. They take promotion very seriously and have a great track record with their featured artists. Illumini promotes artist from any background and at any stage of their career.
For further details on how to submit please visit the submission page at
W: www.illuminievent.co.uk
Applications are invited from artists of all disciplines, working in illumination. If your work glows or lights up in any way, Illumini wants to here from you. The theme is alternative Christmas; this can be broadly investigated and is left wide open for your creativity and imagination.
Crypt-mas will be a free alternative Christmas art experience, in December 2010, for all ages, created inside a subterranean labyrinth. The venue is a dark underground church crypt, with alcoves and arched ceilings, the fantastic setting and atmosphere, for an alternative Christmas grotto. Including children’s workshops and Illumini’s very own futuristic Santa (art installation).
Illumini Event, Sep 2008, attracted over 3,000 people on its opening night and 7,145 guests during its two weeks. Artist’s from professionals-students gained commissions, sales and major press coverage and interviews through Illumini. They take promotion very seriously and have a great track record with their featured artists. Illumini promotes artist from any background and at any stage of their career.
For further details on how to submit please visit the submission page at
W: www.illuminievent.co.uk
RCA CERAMICS AND GLASS OPEN DAY, DECEMBER
3 December 2009. Royal College Of Art, Ceramics & Glass Open Day. The department offers Masters, M.Phil. & Ph.D. Research Degrees. Hear about the course, find out about the RCA's Bursary Scheme, listen to graduate presentations. Visit the studios and workshops. Meet informally with students and staff. Have your questions answered.
Presentations start at 14:00. Lecture Theatre 1. The student canteen will be open for lunch between 13:00 – 14:00 and you are invited to view the ‘Work In Progress’ exhibition by current 1st. & 2nd. Year Students. At 16:00 in the Ceramics & Glass Seminar Room there will be the opportunity to discuss M.Phil. and Ph.D. Research proposals with Alison Britton, our Research Co-ordinator.
For more information, contact the RCA:
T: 0044 2075904252
E: sandra.reynard@rca.ac.uk
P: Royal College Of Art. Kensington Gore, London. SW7 2EU. GB. Please use the Front Entrance to the College, (next to the Albert Hall).
W: www.rca.ac.uk
Nearest Tubes: South Kensington or Gloucester Road. Buses: 9, 10, 52.
Presentations start at 14:00. Lecture Theatre 1. The student canteen will be open for lunch between 13:00 – 14:00 and you are invited to view the ‘Work In Progress’ exhibition by current 1st. & 2nd. Year Students. At 16:00 in the Ceramics & Glass Seminar Room there will be the opportunity to discuss M.Phil. and Ph.D. Research proposals with Alison Britton, our Research Co-ordinator.
For more information, contact the RCA:
T: 0044 2075904252
E: sandra.reynard@rca.ac.uk
P: Royal College Of Art. Kensington Gore, London. SW7 2EU. GB. Please use the Front Entrance to the College, (next to the Albert Hall).
W: www.rca.ac.uk
Nearest Tubes: South Kensington or Gloucester Road. Buses: 9, 10, 52.
EQUIPMENT TO RENT, WATERFORD
Workhouse Studios, a new Design and Craft Studio in Co.Waterford, have launched a rental scheme for the use of all available equipment and facilities onsite. The site boasts a number of glass cold-working machines and top-loading kilns, as well as large spaces and benches for working in. A technician can also be hired for various time slots, and all visitors to the studio will be given a short tutorial on the machinery they wish to rent to familiarise them with the particular pieces of equipment on site. All equipment rental must be booked in before arriving at the studio.
For any one interested there is also a jewellery studio with a full equipment rental list available from the website or by calling the number below.
Please find below a full list of equipment and rates. For more information or availability visit the website at www.workhousestudios.com or call +353.87.96.08.766. All enquiries welcome.
Glass Equipment:
Diamond Saw: Vitrex Pro 900 Diamond Bridge Saw, water pump and tray for safe glass and tile cutting, 200mm blade, mitre cutting angle of 0-45 degrees
Max Cutting Depth 35mm
Max Cutting Depth at 45 degrees 30mm
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Diamond Drill, ZJ4116Q Model Drill Press with Water Hook Up for Drilling Glass, 16mm drilling capacity, movable bed (higher and lower to suit needs),bolted to workbench for safety
Diamond Tipped Core Drill Bits, Sstandard Walls and Habit Shank
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Linisher, Loser KS 362 Horizontal Linisher, 2 speeds in 2 directions, belts from 80grade to 400grade available
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Sandblaster, Sandblaster Cabinet with high speed compressor hook up, internal dimensions 83 x 53 x 35 cm, internal cabinet light, 70 grade sand
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Mould Making Station Includes:
• 1 bench 1 x 2 metres for mould making, easy to clean surface
• A variety of wooden mould making boards in a variety of sizes, and clamps
• 1 double boiling ring for melting wax etc
• 2 steamers for cleaning out moulds
• A smaller bench set up with the burning rings and steamers
Tools, wax and investment materials not included.
€20 an hr / €140 a day
Cutting Table Carpet covered table on wheels 2 x 1metres
Rate: €10 an hr / €70 a day (per each of two tables)
Resist Kit Letralite UV Exposure Unit
Includes:
• UV Light, with blackout cover
• Magnetic wash out board
• Spray Hose tap attachment
• Burnishers for applying resist sheets to glass
Resist paper not included
Rate: €10 an hr / €70 a day
Kilns
Nabertherm Toploading Fusing and Slumping F110 Model
Inner Dimensions 930 x 590 x 230 mm
Max Temp 950 degrees
C290 Digital Controller
Kiln Shelves to fill the inner dimensions included
Small selection of kiln props and furniture available
Rate: €50 for 24 hours plus electricity charges at a rate per unit
(per each of two kilns)
Casting Kiln KF No.3 Model
Inner Dimensions 450 x 450 x 620 mm
Max Temp 1000 degrees
Auber Digital Controller
Kiln shelf to fill the inner dimension included (x1)
Small selection of kiln props and furniture available
Rate: €50 for 24 hours plus electrical fees
For any one interested there is also a jewellery studio with a full equipment rental list available from the website or by calling the number below.
Please find below a full list of equipment and rates. For more information or availability visit the website at www.workhousestudios.com or call +353.87.96.08.766. All enquiries welcome.
Glass Equipment:
Diamond Saw: Vitrex Pro 900 Diamond Bridge Saw, water pump and tray for safe glass and tile cutting, 200mm blade, mitre cutting angle of 0-45 degrees
Max Cutting Depth 35mm
Max Cutting Depth at 45 degrees 30mm
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Diamond Drill, ZJ4116Q Model Drill Press with Water Hook Up for Drilling Glass, 16mm drilling capacity, movable bed (higher and lower to suit needs),bolted to workbench for safety
Diamond Tipped Core Drill Bits, Sstandard Walls and Habit Shank
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Linisher, Loser KS 362 Horizontal Linisher, 2 speeds in 2 directions, belts from 80grade to 400grade available
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Sandblaster, Sandblaster Cabinet with high speed compressor hook up, internal dimensions 83 x 53 x 35 cm, internal cabinet light, 70 grade sand
Rate: €15 an hr / €100 a day
Mould Making Station Includes:
• 1 bench 1 x 2 metres for mould making, easy to clean surface
• A variety of wooden mould making boards in a variety of sizes, and clamps
• 1 double boiling ring for melting wax etc
• 2 steamers for cleaning out moulds
• A smaller bench set up with the burning rings and steamers
Tools, wax and investment materials not included.
€20 an hr / €140 a day
Cutting Table Carpet covered table on wheels 2 x 1metres
Rate: €10 an hr / €70 a day (per each of two tables)
Resist Kit Letralite UV Exposure Unit
Includes:
• UV Light, with blackout cover
• Magnetic wash out board
• Spray Hose tap attachment
• Burnishers for applying resist sheets to glass
Resist paper not included
Rate: €10 an hr / €70 a day
Kilns
Nabertherm Toploading Fusing and Slumping F110 Model
Inner Dimensions 930 x 590 x 230 mm
Max Temp 950 degrees
C290 Digital Controller
Kiln Shelves to fill the inner dimensions included
Small selection of kiln props and furniture available
Rate: €50 for 24 hours plus electricity charges at a rate per unit
(per each of two kilns)
Casting Kiln KF No.3 Model
Inner Dimensions 450 x 450 x 620 mm
Max Temp 1000 degrees
Auber Digital Controller
Kiln shelf to fill the inner dimension included (x1)
Small selection of kiln props and furniture available
Rate: €50 for 24 hours plus electrical fees
STICKY FINGERS EARLY YEARS ARTS PUBLIC ART COMMISSION: CALL
Budget: £45,000 (Inclusive of all artist’s and material costs)
In association with the Department for Regional Development and the Arts Council Northern Ireland Lottery fund, Sticky Fingers Early Years Arts is currently inviting expressions of interest from visual artists working in the public realm for this innovative art project. The aim of the commission is to create a high quality, large-scale, permanent, innovative and original artwork, inspired by the ideas, imagination and aspirations of the young children living in Newry city today. Following a series of consultative workshops with children from across Newry the successful artist will incorporate children’s ideas into elements of the final design. The finished artwork will be a visual statement acknowledging the role of children in a cultural society and will become a permanent declaration of the importance of recognising children’s right to high quality arts and cultural enjoyment, acting as an example of good practice across Ireland and beyond. The resulting public artwork will be situated on the Dublin to Belfast A1 motorway at Newry, becoming the focal point of a new major junction and enhancing the creative and cultural climate of a modern day city. It is hoped that the commission will become a recognised symbol of Newry and that it will create a sense of place and arrival at a major gateway site, achieving international recognition. Budget: £45,000 (Inclusive of all artist’s and material costs)
E: elaine@stickyfingersarts.co.uk
W: http://www.stickyfingersarts.co.uk
Deadline for submissions: 1pm, 7 December 2009
(Source: Visual Artists Ireland)
In association with the Department for Regional Development and the Arts Council Northern Ireland Lottery fund, Sticky Fingers Early Years Arts is currently inviting expressions of interest from visual artists working in the public realm for this innovative art project. The aim of the commission is to create a high quality, large-scale, permanent, innovative and original artwork, inspired by the ideas, imagination and aspirations of the young children living in Newry city today. Following a series of consultative workshops with children from across Newry the successful artist will incorporate children’s ideas into elements of the final design. The finished artwork will be a visual statement acknowledging the role of children in a cultural society and will become a permanent declaration of the importance of recognising children’s right to high quality arts and cultural enjoyment, acting as an example of good practice across Ireland and beyond. The resulting public artwork will be situated on the Dublin to Belfast A1 motorway at Newry, becoming the focal point of a new major junction and enhancing the creative and cultural climate of a modern day city. It is hoped that the commission will become a recognised symbol of Newry and that it will create a sense of place and arrival at a major gateway site, achieving international recognition. Budget: £45,000 (Inclusive of all artist’s and material costs)
E: elaine@stickyfingersarts.co.uk
W: http://www.stickyfingersarts.co.uk
Deadline for submissions: 1pm, 7 December 2009
(Source: Visual Artists Ireland)
PUBLIC ART COMMISSION, NEWRY AND MOURNE DISTRICT: CALL
COMHAIRLE AN IÚIR AGUS MHÚRN NEWRY AND MOURNE DISTRICT COUNCIL
Public Art Commission "Newry Historic Canal Feature” Value £40,000
(Tender Ref: 23/2009)
Artists’ project brief for permanent sculptural artwork in Newry, Co. Down, Northern Ireland. Newry, Co. Down is a gateway city, situated between Dublin and Belfast on the main eastern seaboard corridor of Ireland. This project is an important follow-on initiative from the recently completed Public Realm Works within the wider ‘Canal Street Conservation Area’, in that it will recognize and symbolise the history and special character of Newry Canal, which was the first summit Canal in the UK and Ireland, built in 1742. The commission is for a strong, site-specific artwork, which will bring an “Historic Canal Feature” to the City. The actual location is the key access point to the Canal Street/Sugar Island area of the city from the Merchants Quay approach road and is located on a large triangular shaped area, which serves to direct traffic circulation at this jun ction. It is the main approach to this historic part of the city and thus creates the first impression for visitors. The Terms of Reference (Artists Brief) and applicable information can be downloaded at www.newryandmourne.gov.uk/procurement. All relevant submissions are to be received on or before Friday 4th December 2009 at 12.00 noon and returned to www.newryandmourne.gov.uk/procurement.
(Source: Visual Artists Ireland)
Public Art Commission "Newry Historic Canal Feature” Value £40,000
(Tender Ref: 23/2009)
Artists’ project brief for permanent sculptural artwork in Newry, Co. Down, Northern Ireland. Newry, Co. Down is a gateway city, situated between Dublin and Belfast on the main eastern seaboard corridor of Ireland. This project is an important follow-on initiative from the recently completed Public Realm Works within the wider ‘Canal Street Conservation Area’, in that it will recognize and symbolise the history and special character of Newry Canal, which was the first summit Canal in the UK and Ireland, built in 1742. The commission is for a strong, site-specific artwork, which will bring an “Historic Canal Feature” to the City. The actual location is the key access point to the Canal Street/Sugar Island area of the city from the Merchants Quay approach road and is located on a large triangular shaped area, which serves to direct traffic circulation at this jun ction. It is the main approach to this historic part of the city and thus creates the first impression for visitors. The Terms of Reference (Artists Brief) and applicable information can be downloaded at www.newryandmourne.gov.uk/procurement. All relevant submissions are to be received on or before Friday 4th December 2009 at 12.00 noon and returned to www.newryandmourne.gov.uk/procurement.
(Source: Visual Artists Ireland)
WHITE CHRISTMAS EXHIBITION, BELFAST
A selling exhibtion with a selection of works by some of NI's leading makers and artists including Alison Fitzgerald, Karl Harron, Fiona Kerr, Deirdre and Michael McCrory, Rachel McKnight, Cara Murphy and Heather Wilson. 17 Nov - 20 Dec 09 in the Naughton Gallery at Queen’s University, Belfast, 11-4pm Tues – Sun.
P: 0044 2890973580
W: www.naughtongallery.org
P: 0044 2890973580
W: www.naughtongallery.org
CRAFT NI EXHIBITIONS PROGRAMME 2010/2011: CALL
In 2008/9 Craft NI hosted 5 selected craft exhibitions at their display space in Belfast's Cathedral Quarter. The 2-month exhibitions were attended by 500 people on average per month and were a part of the Late Night Art walking tour and the Belfast Galleries programme www.belfastgalleries.com
They are now inviting expressions of interest for the space for our exhibitions programme for 2010/11. The space provides an accessible platform for quality contemporary craft in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.
Who can apply?
Craft NI particularly welcomes proposals from Curators who are looking to develop contemporary craft/applied art displays, craft outlets and galleries and from Individual makers/groups of makers interested in:
* a city-centre platform
* gaining experience in putting together a solo/group show
* a venue as a spring-board for touring their work
What’s available:
The gallery at Craft NI is an L-shaped partitioned secure space with full insurance cover, permanent staffing and is open from 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri. Craft NI will monitor and manage visitors and enquiries regarding the work. We will also put visitors with any sales queries in touch with exhibitors (although we cannot sell work directly). Selected exhibitors will also have access to the following equipment:
* Up to 16 display cases (12 measuring 50Wx 50L & 4 x 60Wx60L) with lockable covers or for use as plinths
* Flexible and movable 16 spotlights system
* LCD-Screen & Laptop for playing power-points, dvds and/or music/sound
* White plaster-wall for hanging light wall-mounted work
* Partition wall at entrance for exhibition graphics
* Printing & photocopying services for exhibition lists
* An A1 street-sign located at front of the building to promote the show
Promotion opportunities available:
* Craft NI e-bulletins – promotes the exhibitions to an audience of over 3000
* Selling opportunities – As Craft NI is unable to sell directly; makers/retailers should provide price lists, contact details and details of where visitors can buy their work.
* On-street location - Visitors can access the gallery directly via the side-door that opens onto the Cotton Court plaza and the Cathedral Quarter is a centre for cultural activity.
* Late Night Art – the gallery is open until 9pm the first Thursday of every month and hosts a walking tour of approx. 30 people and promotion on www.belfastgalleries.com with an e-bulletin going out to their mailing list of over 20,000. Work can be sold directly at these events.
* As part of its membership with the Belfast Welcome Centre, Craft NI can promote its events the ‘what about’ guide to Belfast. The Belfast Welcome Centre attracts an audience of over 330,000+ per annum. 24% of visitors are from Northern Ireland.
* August Craft Month 10/11- Craft NI features an exhibition in its display area during August.
Selection Process
Participant work will be selected for display by an independent panel on the basis of Craft NI’s core quality criteria (Click here to view Craft NI's criteria>>). Once selected, exhibiting makers will need to:
* Develop a layout plan and install the show. All shows open bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month.
* Provide marketing materials including an artist’s statement, price lists, PowerPoint presentation of images, contact details and details of where visitors can buy their work.
* Attend opening and late night art events (6-8:30pm) on the first Thursday of every month during their show.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please express your interest using the link here. If you do not have images on your website, please complete your registration by sending 3 x images to and emma@craftni.org . Please complete the registration form by 4pm, Friday 4 December 2009.
(Source: Craft NI)
They are now inviting expressions of interest for the space for our exhibitions programme for 2010/11. The space provides an accessible platform for quality contemporary craft in the heart of Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter.
Who can apply?
Craft NI particularly welcomes proposals from Curators who are looking to develop contemporary craft/applied art displays, craft outlets and galleries and from Individual makers/groups of makers interested in:
* a city-centre platform
* gaining experience in putting together a solo/group show
* a venue as a spring-board for touring their work
What’s available:
The gallery at Craft NI is an L-shaped partitioned secure space with full insurance cover, permanent staffing and is open from 10am-4pm, Mon-Fri. Craft NI will monitor and manage visitors and enquiries regarding the work. We will also put visitors with any sales queries in touch with exhibitors (although we cannot sell work directly). Selected exhibitors will also have access to the following equipment:
* Up to 16 display cases (12 measuring 50Wx 50L & 4 x 60Wx60L) with lockable covers or for use as plinths
* Flexible and movable 16 spotlights system
* LCD-Screen & Laptop for playing power-points, dvds and/or music/sound
* White plaster-wall for hanging light wall-mounted work
* Partition wall at entrance for exhibition graphics
* Printing & photocopying services for exhibition lists
* An A1 street-sign located at front of the building to promote the show
Promotion opportunities available:
* Craft NI e-bulletins – promotes the exhibitions to an audience of over 3000
* Selling opportunities – As Craft NI is unable to sell directly; makers/retailers should provide price lists, contact details and details of where visitors can buy their work.
* On-street location - Visitors can access the gallery directly via the side-door that opens onto the Cotton Court plaza and the Cathedral Quarter is a centre for cultural activity.
* Late Night Art – the gallery is open until 9pm the first Thursday of every month and hosts a walking tour of approx. 30 people and promotion on www.belfastgalleries.com with an e-bulletin going out to their mailing list of over 20,000. Work can be sold directly at these events.
* As part of its membership with the Belfast Welcome Centre, Craft NI can promote its events the ‘what about’ guide to Belfast. The Belfast Welcome Centre attracts an audience of over 330,000+ per annum. 24% of visitors are from Northern Ireland.
* August Craft Month 10/11- Craft NI features an exhibition in its display area during August.
Selection Process
Participant work will be selected for display by an independent panel on the basis of Craft NI’s core quality criteria (Click here to view Craft NI's criteria>>). Once selected, exhibiting makers will need to:
* Develop a layout plan and install the show. All shows open bi-monthly on the first Thursday of the month.
* Provide marketing materials including an artist’s statement, price lists, PowerPoint presentation of images, contact details and details of where visitors can buy their work.
* Attend opening and late night art events (6-8:30pm) on the first Thursday of every month during their show.
How to apply:
If you are interested in this opportunity, please express your interest using the link here. If you do not have images on your website, please complete your registration by sending 3 x images to and emma@craftni.org . Please complete the registration form by 4pm, Friday 4 December 2009.
(Source: Craft NI)
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