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Gualala Arts 61st Annual Art in the Redwoods: Call To Artists

Posted: May 12, 2022

August 18 through September 4, 2022 61st Annual Art in the Redwoods Online! & In Person Fine Arts Exhibit Important Dates: Entry deadline. Monday, July 25. You can enter here Friday, August 12 Noon – 3 pm Installation of wall glass, large, or fragile artwork, call for appointment before Aug 1 Saturday-Sunday, August 13-14, Noon – 3 pm Deliver artwork to Gualala Arts Center, 46501 Old State Highway, Gualala, California (No work will be accepted after 3pm, no exceptions) Thursday, August 18 Boxed Hat Dinner, Fine Art sneak preview. Call to reserve your take-out box, vegetarian and fish options available Friday, August 19, 6 pm Critique and Live streaming awards announcements at GualalaArts.org. Artists are requested and encouraged to view the award presentations Saturday & Sunday, August 20 & 21 In person Exhibit will be open to the public along with Artist Booths on the grounds Monday, August 22 Closed for “International Art in the Redwoods Recovery Day” Monday-Tuesday, September 5-6, Noon – 3 pm Pick Up Artwork, artwork released to artists and buyers until Tuesday 3 pm, thereafter $5 per day storage fee per piece Register for Art in the Redwoods Here Call Description: Please join Gualala Arts for Art in the Redwoods fine art exhibit! We continue to use the online registration and artwork submission process, and will feature online gallery displays, online sales, online viewer feedback comments, and streaming awards announcements. For those choosing not to exhibit in person, we have added a separate online-only category. The in-person exhibit is limited to the first 350 submitted pieces, and overflow entries will be moved to the ONLINE-ONLY! category, so enter early! All Gualala Arts member-submitted pieces are accepted for Art in the Redwoods. Art awards will total more than $5,000 this year, all provided by local sponsors. Award-winning artwork is s Categories: Oil Acrylics etc. (single surface), Water Media single surface (with adhesives enter in mixed media), Prints & Graphics (originals only – no giclees or reproductions), Sculpture (any material), Monochromatic Photography, Color Photography, Digital Art, Pastels & Drawings, Woodworking, Glass, Jewelry & Ornamentation (limited editions of 250 or less), Clay & Mosaic, Fibers Textiles & Soft Sculpture, Quilts, Collage Mixed Media & 2-D Assemblage, Weaving, Video Clips (one minute or less – any subject), ONLINE-ONLY! (all categories)elected by the Fine Art Exhibit judges, and our visitors and gallery viewers will be able to purchase your artwork directly from the online gallery or in person at Gualala Arts. Entry Instructions: MEMBERSHIP: Art in the Redwoods is a members-only exhibit, all entrants must be a member of Gualala Arts. If you are NOT currently a member, you may pay $32 for an individual membership with your first entry, or go to www.GualalaArts.org and purchase your membership directly ($30 Individual, $50 Family). ARTWORK: – Artists may enter up to four (4) pieces of artwork. – Each piece requires a separate entry, so artists may submit up to four (4) entries. – Exhibiting In-person is REQUIRED for all pieces entered in all categories except the ONLINE-ONLY! category. – ALL entries must be a part of the online exhibit. – Total pieces for the in-person exhibit are limited to 350. Overflow entries will be moved to the ONLINE-ONLY! category/competition, so enter early. NOTE: the ONLINE-ONLY! category judging and awards are 1st/2nd/3rd only, and not included in main categorized competition or special awards. RESPONSIBILITY: – Gualala Arts, Inc. is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage of artworks entered in the exhibit at any time in the exhibit process. – Exhibiting Artists are solely responsible for their work. – Gualala Arts does not insure artwork. Exhibiting Artists should insure their work if they deem it necessary. UPLOAD IMAGES: – Up to four images per piece may be uploaded for judges to view. – The FIRST image uploaded will be the ONLY one displayed in the public online gallery. – For framed works, you may choose an unframed image of the artwork for the gallery view and include a description of the frame and matte in your piece description (preferred), or use an image of the framed piece as your gallery image. – For three dimensional pieces, we suggest a full image of the piece for the gallery view, and showing the artwork from different angles in your secondary images for judges. – For Diptych and Triptych entries, the FIRST image uploaded (the online gallery view) must contain all elements. CONDITIONS: – Submission of entry indicates Artist acceptance of all conditions stated in this document, including all entry and exhibit requirements listed here: https://gualala.art/air-61-info/ EACH PIECE MUST: – be entered by a living Artist who created the artwork within the last two (2) years – never have been previously exhibited at Art in the Redwoods – have accurate representational images uploaded with EntryThingy submission- be authorized for exhibit on our website (Check the box agreeing that your artwork images may be used for show publicity and the gallery widget.) – be subject to judging and prizes – be priced for sale or ‘NFS’ if any piece is not for sale (NFS item fee is double the Entry Fee) SPECIAL IN-PERSON EXHIBIT INSTRUCTIONS: Title and Materials labels are limited to 35 characters each (including blank spaces) on the entry form. In-person exhibit title cards will be edited by staff if this limit is exceeded. SPECIAL MULTIPLES SALES INSTRUCTIONS: – Multiples sales are limited to photography, digital art, and prints ONLY – Artist is responsible for shipping/delivering sold multiples to Gualala Arts by Friday, September 3rd OR arranging shipping/delivery directly to buyer at buyer’s expense Receipt of any shipped/delivered items must be confirmed by buyer to Gualala Arts before Artist payment will be released SPECIAL ONLINE-ONLY! CATEGORY INSTRUCTIONS: – Artist understands this special category is not included in traditional category judging and awards (ONLINE-ONLY! category 1st/2nd/3rd place awards only) – Artist is responsible for shipping/delivering sold ONLINE-ONLY! pieces to Gualala Arts by Friday, September 3rd OR arranging shipping/ delivery directly to buyer at buyer’s expense Receipt of any shipped/delivered items must be confirmed by buyer to Gualala Arts before artist payment will be released SPECIAL ENTRY CHANGE INSTRUCTIONS: – Artist may make changes to their online entry free of charge up until the entry deadline on July 25 (call Kendra at 707-884-1138) – After the July 25 entry deadline, changes can only be made during art intake by filling out a change form, paying a $10 fee, and supplying new artwork image(s) as needed for the online gallery (See UPLOAD IMAGES section for information and suggestions about the main gallery image and multiple judges views) GUALALA ARTS RESERVES THE RIGHT: – to change category classification of any piece – at its sole discretion, to refuse to display any artwork FEES: – Art in the Redwoods is a members-only exhibit, all entrants must be a member of Gualala Arts. If you are NOT currently a member, you may pay $32 for an individual membership with your first entry, or go to www.GualalaArts.org and purchase your membership directly ($30 Individual, $50 Family) EXHIBIT ENTRY FEES: – $10 per piece (for sale) – $20 per piece if not for sale (NFS) – $10 to change your entry after July 25 entry deadline (call Kendra at 707-884-1138 to change your entry online before July 25 deadline free of charge) – Entry Fees are non-refundable – Exhibit Entry Fees for Artists under 18 years old are waived (contact Kendra at 707-884-1138 or info@GualalaArts.org for instructions before entry submission) COMMISSION: – Gualala Arts retains 30% commission on all art sales or multiples sales – Artist payment checks will be issued within two weeks of the end of the month in which the sale was made, providing buyer confirms receipt of artwork for any online-only or multiples shipped/delivered items It is Gualala Arts policy to request the Artist submit to Gualala Arts 10% of any future sales generated as a result of the Art in the Redwood Exhibit. Send payments to: Gualala Arts P.O. Box 244, Gualala, CA 95445 AWARDS: – Total more than $5,000! – $500 Best of Show – $100 Best Local Work (Jenner to Elk) – $100 Most Popular (voted by viewers) – $100 1st Place each category (blue ribbon) No entry minimum required – $ 75 2nd Place each category (red ribbon) 5 entries minimum required – $ 50 3rd Place each category (white ribbon) 10 entries minimum required – $100 Redwood Coast Land Conservancy – $100 Friends of the Gualala River – $100 Mendonoma Sightings – $100 Beading Excellence – $100 Figure Drawing – $100 Emerging Artist (best work under 18) – Ribbons for Judges Awards Award presentations will be made at approximately 6pm on Friday August 19 via Social Media. Artists are requested and encouraged to view the award presentations.

Call for Art Entries for “ENCounter Culture” An Art Show

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Apr 28, 2022

Deep Valley Arts Collective and MEDIUM Art Gallery present ENCounter Culture ENCounter Culture is an art exhibition about self expression with no boundaries. High visibility art forms such as street art, pop art, graffiti, and other subculture art forms allow artists to create without rules or permission. This freedom of expression provides an opportunity for raising awareness of social and political issues, thematic exploration, and making for the sake of making. Artist submissions have begun for our June/July exhibition to be held at MEDIUM Art Gallery in Ukiah. The exhibition is open to all artists! To submit work please visit www.deepvalleyarts.org/call-for-entry. No entry fee, limit five entries per artist. All media welcome. Deadline for entries: Sunday, May 22nd, 2021, 11:59 PM PDT Opening reception: Friday, June 3rd, 2021, 5:00 – 8:00 PM PDT The Deep Valley Arts Collective is a Mendocino County-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that believes in the transformative power of making and experiencing art. Formed in 2020, our mission is to create a culture that nurtures artists’ development and success while contributing to the well-being of our community. For more information visit our website at www.deepvalleyarts.org.

Mendocino Spring Poetry Celebration 2022

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Apr 09, 2022

47th Anniversary – 17th consecutive Revival Mendocino Spring Poetry Celebration 2022 Let’s return physiquely to the Hill House in Mendocino when we all can participate comfortably in full fellowship. Meanwhile, the spirit continues on the waves of radio. The Mendocino Spring Poetry Celebration invites your action in April for poetry submissions beginning in May, toward the poetry rally beginning June 5. Send your poems, recorded by smartphone, one or more in a clip of up to four minutes, for performance on KZYX, Mendocino County Public Broadcasting, starting June 5. Dan Roberts, in his Sunday afternoon broadcasts of RhythmRunningRiver, will match your poems with the beat of world music, until everyone has been heard at least once in successive broadcasts. Last year’s Celebration delivered the voices of 63 poets. So, write during April, send a recording in May for broadcast in June. The submission window will be open from the 1st to the 20th of May. April is National Poetry Month. Pursue your Muse! For more information, hear RhythmRunningRiver at kzyx.org this Sunday at 3 pm, or email me, gblack@mcn.org. For tech advice, http://www.outfarpress.com/poetry. Get a friend to help. It’s as easy as sending a photo by email, really! Get a friend to help. Gordon Black Mendocino

WCA will offer Art Classes and Workshops this Spring

Call for Artists ; Classes/Workshops ; Opportunity

Posted: Apr 07, 2022

In addition to our monthly exhibits, art talks and various dance classes and events, Willits Center for the Arts will offer a diverse set of art classes and workshops this spring and summer for Adults, Teens, and Families. Courses currently available for registration include: 6 Weeks Ceramics Course with Sofia Alaoui April 30- June 4 (hand building and wheel throwing). Mothers’ Day Clay workshop for two with Sofia Alaoui Acrylic Painting Workshop with Lisa Galindo: Instructor encourages participants to learn the techniques and to add their own style and to express their feelings in their artwork. 2 classes Saturday and Sunday May 21, 22, 2-4 pm. Adults and teens 16 plus. Portrait Workshop with Live Model taught by Jazzminh Moore May 24-25. Flowers with Pizazz Watercolor Workshop with Nancy Collins June 10- 11.. Family Mixed Media Workshop with Lisa Galindo: Start the summer making art as a family! Introduction to watercolors, pastels, and color pencil techniques. Create beautiful and fun paintings, learn new art skills, and take home a complete project after each class. Family class for parents/caregivers and children 6-13 years old. 4 classes June 13-17. Register easily online at https://www.willitscenterforthearts.org/events-and-classes WCA also offers partial scholarships for classes. More about the teachers: https://www.instagram.com/sofooui/ About the Artist https://jazzminhmoore.com/About Lisa Galindo is originally from Guatemala and grew up in Antigua. She started working with paints when she was young and won many contests. She works in watercolor and oil. Her specialties include acrylic murals and teaching young and old. Her works have been shown in galleries in Guatemala, Antigua and California. She has recently relocated to Northern California. For information and inquiries email manager@willitscenterforthearts.org

Call for Artists: Mendocino Open Paint Out, September 19-25

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Apr 04, 2022

Registration is now open for the Mendocino Art Center’s plein air festival, the Mendocino Open Paint Out, September 19-25. The Mendocino Art Center hosts the Mendocino Open Paint Out, a plein air festival established in 2013. The Mendocino Coast, located along a beautiful expanse of the Pacific Ocean in northern California, is a spectacular setting to paint en plein air. Artists claim that the quality of light is unlike anywhere else in the world. From the rugged surrounding landscape, to the bay and beaches, to the quaint Victorian architecture and water towers in the town of Mendocino, to the nearby vineyards and wineries, artists are sure to find abundant creative inspiration, and will remember the beauty and tranquility of the Mendocino Coast long after visiting. Enjoy daily plein air painting, wet paint sales in a professional gallery, demonstrations by featured plein air artists, a Quick Draw Competition and Sale, and a celebratory awards presentation, among other activities. Registration is first come, first served | Registration deadline: August 12 more information & register online

Art Builds Community Calls to Artists

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Apr 03, 2022

Art Builds Community and the City of Pasadena Cultural Affairs Division are currently seeking statements of qualification from California-based artists/teams to work on a public art project at the Robinson Park Recreation Center, which is intended to enrich community life, engage a wide range of Northwest Pasadena residents, and enhance the visual character of the neighborhood. For complete application and instructions, visit: https://bit.ly/3qXqm97 Deadline: April 18, 2022 Budget: Up to $200,000 Art Builds Community and The County of Santa Clara Office of Women’s Policy (OWP) are seeking artists and artists teams for the Womanhood Project. Artists and artist teams of all disciplines are encouraged to apply for a prequalified roster to create public artworks that recognize women’s roles in the region and beyond. Download the full RFQ here: https://bit.ly/3uT0CvH. For complete application and instructions, visit: https://bit.ly/3tIrFtk Rolling Deadline. Round 1 closes on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Have a great weekend! Best regards, Stephanie Barajas Marketing & Community Outreach Associate | Art Builds Community Public Art Planning + Creative Placemaking + Consulting formerly Barbara Goldstein & Associates she / her | 650.868.9427 | www.artbuildscommunity.com

Art in the Gardens - Call to Artists

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Feb 01, 2022

We are looking for extraordinary creations in a wide array of mediums – ceramic, glass, paintings, sculpture, textiles, woodworking and more. APPLY NOW The two-day event will take place on Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. MENDOCINO COAST BOTANICAL GARDENS 707-964-4352 18220 North Highway 1 Fort Bragg, CA 95437 All artists must commit to setting up and participating in both days of the event. This event is a major fundraiser for the Gardens and attracts as many as 1,500 guests each year. Artist booths will be located on our Event Lawn just a short walk from the Ocean Bluffs. We are already looking forward to the 28th annual Art in the Gardens (AIG) at Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens! The two-day event will take place on Saturday, August 6 and Sunday, August 7 from 11:00am to 5:00pm. Join us in a celebration of creative expression, gorgeous gardens, music, food, and drink. Pick your own experience during this year’s two-day event. Activities will include art workshops and festivities on the Event Lawn featuring art vendors, live music, food, and drinks. CALL FOR ARTISTS To be considered in the jury process, please complete the 2022 Artist Application online by March 4, 2022. CALL FOR MUSICIANS & FOOD VENDORS If you are interested in participating in the 29th annual Art in the Gardens as a musician or food vendor please contact Jamie Campione at events@gardenbythesea.org. SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Sponsorship of this major annual fundraiser supports the Gardens and our mission to engage and enrich lives by displaying and conserving plants in harmony with our Northern California coastal ecosystems and to preserve public access to the coast. Please help us to maintain this world-class garden — a place for our community to find inspiration in nature. Partner with us in a celebration of creative expression, gorgeous gardens, music, food, and drink that attracts as many as 1,500 guests each year! To receive the full recognition of your sponsorship, please join as a sponsor by July 1. For more information or to discuss designing a specific sponsorship package, please contact Jamie at 707–964–4352 x 19.

Art Center Ukiah Calls to Artists for 2022

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Dec 13, 2021

Following are the exhibit titles for the coming year at Art Center Ukiah, the community gallery, which shows artists of Mendocino and Lake Counties through juried exhibits built around these themes. The details and entry form will be posted two months before each exhibit. https://www.cornergalleryukiah.com/future-shows January: Making Peace with the Pieces, (mental illness and suicide) February: Quick Draw, (by invitation only, life drawing) March: Her Story, (for Women’s History Day) April: We are One, (with this planet, Earth Day) May: Annual High School Photography Show June: The Chair Affair, (create an art chair for the auction to support Art Center Ukiah) July: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, (who do you see when you look in the mirror?) August: The Sky is the Limit, (at the time of the Perseid Meteor Showers what moves you to magic when you look up? September: Salon (popular show last year, enter your best work, any media)

Art Center Ukiah, coming exhibits in 2022

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Oct 26, 2021

Following are the exhibit titles for the coming year at Art Center Ukiah, the community gallery, which shows artists of Mendocino and Lake Counties through juried exhibits built around these themes. The details and entry form will be posted two months before each exhibit: January: Making Peace with the Pieces, (mental illness and suicide) February: Quick Draw, (by invitation only, life drawing) March: Her Story, (for Women’s History Day) April: We are One, (with this planet, Earth Day) May: Annual High School Photography Show June: The Chair Affair, (create an art chair for the auction to support Art Center Ukiah) July: Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, (who do you see when you look in the mirror?) August: The Sky is the Limit, (at the time of the Perseid Meteor Showers what moves you to magic when you look up? September: Salon (popular show last year, enter your best work, any media) October: Mexican heritage month, (featuring rich cultural heritage of many in our population) November: And our Native American heritage, (under construction) December: Little Miracles and Tiny Treasures, (once again showcase of local gift opportunities) For more information email acuentries@yahoo.com or call Katie 707 228-6143.

Fort Bragg Alleyway Art Project Call for Entries

Call for Artists ; Opportunity

Posted: Aug 12, 2021

Thanks to a generous sponsor in Fort Bragg and matching funds from the City of Fort Bragg, we have a unique opportunity to fund a series of murals in the central business district. Submit a mural design Design for a specific wall Propose a mural project Budgets should be between $1000 and $4000, but we would make an exception for something truly spectacular. See https://www.fortbraggalleywayart.org/ for complete details & more information. Also email Lia Wilson at liavincenzadesigns@gmail.com with any questions.

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