Call for Artists – Freedom Park

Summary:

“All forms of creative work are encouraged. All media, subjects and styles are welcome including—but not limited to—painting, fibers, printmaking, sculpture, glass, pottery, jewelry, mixed media and photography. Applications will be reviewed by the program committee of Friends of Freedom Park to ensure an appropriate mix of work for the exhibition.

Exhibits of multiple artists or groups will be considered, as well. Friends of Freedom Park sell artwork on a commission basis with 70% retained by the exhibiting artist, and preference is given to artists interested in selling their work.”

Application Submission Deadline: Friday, February 12 at 5:00 pm

Questions? Contact Jessica Bierbrauer at Friends of Freedom Park

Great River Road Visitor and Learning Center

More information: Artists Opportunities

Arts Challenge 2015-2016

Dakota County Historical Society Arts Challenge

Modern Interpretations of Historic Designs IV: Patterns from the Hastings Needle Work Company

Accepting applications from March 1, 2015 through March 31, 2016.

“Attention needle workers and artists! The Dakota County Historical Society announces a juried arts competition based on original embroidery designs from the Hastings Needle Work Company.

Founded by Alice and Florence LeDuc, Hastings Needle Work produced unique embroidery pieces for their clients from 1888 until the mid-1920s. Selected original patterns, from the collection of the Minnesota Historical Society, are made available for this event. You may use any artistic media to interpret the design of your choice.”

Application: MIHD IV 2015-2016 Application Packet

Application deadline for entries is March 31, 2016. The accepted pieces will be delivered to the Estate in advance of the exhibition, set to open in June 2016.

More information: Dakota County Historical Society

“The Mousetrap” Auditions

The Rosemount Front Porch Players, part of the Rosemount Area Arts Council, will be presenting Agatha Christie’s “The Mousetrap” at the Steeple Center Arts Center in Rosemount directed by Keith Reed. Performance dates March 4, 5, 6, 11, 12 and 13.

AUDITIONS for EIGHT roles will be held at the Rosemount Community Center, 13885 S. Robert Trail in Rosemount on:

Sunday, December 13, 6-9 PM

Monday, December 14 6-9 pm with callbacks if needed on Tuesday, December 15 from 6-9pm.

Bring a headshot and resume if you have them, as well as rehearsal conflicts. Readings from the script, rehearsals will begin January 25 and will typically be held Mon. – Thurs. 6-9 pm.

“We are NOT looking for British accents.”

For more information please visit Mousetrap Classifieds or RAAC website.

Call for Artists – Hastings MN Public Arts

Seeking Art for Public Art Installations

The Hastings Public Arts Grant Task Force is currently seeking artists to submit projects for consideration in the 2015/2016 call for public artwork.

The first wave of art will be featured as part of our Riverfront Renaissance project taking place in Levee Park on the riverfront in downtown Hastings. The City of Hastings has invested considerable resources in rejuvenating the riverfront to welcome residents and visitors to this treasured area of our city. A major component of the Riverfront Renaissance is the Rotary Pavilion, a community gathering space that will host a variety of community events and performances. The proposed public art locations are highly visible and will be easily viewed and enjoyed by all who gather at the pavilion or visit the riverfront area.

Interested artists can review the concept, site map, proposed budget, requirements to submit artwork, timeline, and entry form below. Deadline for entries is 4:30 p.m. on January 15, 2016.

Please review:

Download (PDF, 1019KB)

for all the necessary details, requirements, and entry form or refer to the City of Hastings Call for Artists webpage.

Call for Artists – Exhibit your work for show and sale

It is HPAAC Gala time again!

This is your opportunity to exhibit your work for show and sale. There is a limited number (16) of spaces available this year and will be filled on a first come basis so get your registration form and money sent in immediately to be assured of getting a spot within the main Gala dining room.

The 2015 Gala is themed “Unmasking HPAAC”. It will be held Friday, October 16, 2015 at St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 2035 15th St West, Hastings, MN. The Gala hours are from 6 – 9 p.m. with set up times in the afternoon before 5 p.m. (exact times TBD) and dismantle of your art space after 9 p.m.

Gala Artist Registration Form

Please contact Ann Sylvander, Gala Artists Committee Chair, at annsylvander@hotmail.com or 651.437.6704 for more information.

HPAAC 2015 Gala

Local Author Fair – Dakota County Library

Applications open for Local Author Fair

“Dakota County Library is looking for local authors, illustrators, publishers and literary agents to be part of the third Local Author Fair. The fair is an opportunity for authors and book creators to showcase their work, discuss and sell their books, network with one another and learn more about writing and the publishing business.”

The fair will take place on Saturday, Nov 14, 2015. There is no cost to apply or participate.

Materials must be received by 5 pm on Friday, Aug 14, 2015.

For more information please visit Local Author Fair

Call to Artists – Northstar Watermedia Exhibit

Call to Artists ~ Deadline is July 1st ~ Chance to win $$ Great Artist Opportunity!

“To help celebrate NorthStar Watermedia Society’s 40th Anniversary in 2015, we will be holding our 1st Annual National NorthStar Watermedia Exhibition! The committee given the task of pulling this together has been working tirelessly for almost a year to work out all the details that need to be finalized for such a huge event/celebration. Read More.

There will be more than $6500 in cash and other prizes awarded for this 1st NorthStar National, so we hope that you will look at the 2015 Prospectus, and enter online at Call For Entry . Read More.

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Northstar Watermedia Society

WANTED! Pit Orchestra Musicians

Black Dirt Theater (BDT) WANTS Musicians!
Pit Orchestra Musicians: Contact BDT to learn how you can share your talents this summer in “Guys and Dolls.”

Open Office Hours: Thursdays 4 pm-8 pm and Fridays 10 am-2 pm

Available other times throughout the week by appointment

Phone: 651-300-9567

Email: blackdirttheater@gmail.com

Black Dirt Theater

2015 Art Along the Willow – Call for Artists

Willow River State Park – Art Along the Willow

June 7, 2015 10 am to 4 pm
Wisconsin State Parks Open House – no fee to enter the park

“Fine arts & crafts fair held in one of Wisconsin’s prettiest state parks. Storytelling, children’s craft area, train rides, and silent auction. Park sticker not required this day only…” Read More

Stroll through the park and see over 40 booths of many fine arts and crafts. Musical groups will provide free entertainment. A special craft tent will be available for children. Visit Website

Exhibitors may register and pay your non-refundable booth fee of $40 per 12′ x 12′ booth at www.aaw.eventzilla.net by May 1. After May 1, the fee increases by $10.00 per booth. You may buy no more than two booths. Booth locations will be pre-assigned. After you register and pay, you will be e-mailed a confirmation. Vendors will receive a lunch coupon.

Sales are scheduled from 10:00 am – 4:00 pm.

For more information please email aawwrsp@gmail.com or call (715) 386-9340.

Vendor Sign-up

NorthStar Watermedia 2015 National Exhibition Call for Entry

1st Annual NorthStar Watermedia 2015 National Exhibition

To help celebrate NorthStar Watermedia Society’s 40th Anniversary, we will be holding our 1st Annual National NorthStar Watermedia Exhibition in 2015! The committee given the task of pulling this together has been working tirelessly for almost a year to work out all the details that need to be finalized for such a huge event/celebration.

The venue for the event will be Hopkins Center for the Arts in Hopkins, Minnesota, and the judge and juror is Jack Richeson, founder of Jack Richeson & Co., Inc., a world-wide manufacturer, importer, and distributor of quality artists’ materials.

There will be at least $4000 in cash and other prizes awarded for this 1st NorthStar National, so we hope that you will look at the 2015 Prospectus, and enter online at Call For Entry (after April 1, when registration is opened)

Entries accepted: Wednesday, April 1 – Wednesday, July 1

Entry deadline: Wednesday, July 1, midnight

Please visit NorthStar Watermedia Society for more information.

CALL FOR ENTRIES & SPECIFICATIONS