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Hello Folks,
A quick note about the Hungarian Multi-Cultural Residency I posted last week: Stay away, or at the very least, be very careful and do some thorough research. I received the following email from one of the list's recipients attesting to some pretty shady dealings.
Also, I am out of town this weekend, so I may or may not skip a week with the list.
Yours,
Michael
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Hello Michael-
I am hoping this e-mail reaches you well
A Hungarian American photographic artist from NYC, I was selected for the Hungarian Multi-Cultural Center of Dallas for a residency in Balatonfured, Hungary in 1999.
I am writing to inform you that the financial dealings of this program are very suspicious and I believe fraudulent
after my experiences.
Of primary concern is that we paid an outrageous amount (considering the exchange rate) for unacceptable room and board accommodations and several city workers linked to an arts council/cultural exchange type program in Balatonfured confirmed they believed that
Beata Szechy the director of the program, was pocketing substantial amounts. Luckily, as I am completely proficient in Hungarian, I was able to investigate this, while other typically American residency members from even years past never had a clue. Unfortunately, as there appeared to be others involved in whatever scheme was going on, I could not get signed statements from all of the appropriate individuals to prove anything once and for all.
While, I shot a tremendous collection of photographs which I am very proud of both technically and on a personal level (this was my first opportunity to go to Hungary after having grown up the first person in my family born in America) which have exhibited in a number of venues that have been fruitful for my career, I do not feel it was aided by this program in any way.
There was no program to speak of-- no lectures, no artists' meetings or arranged interaction with local artists or events we were led to believe there would be.
Nothing; not even exhibitions with appropriate or suggested circumstances; some of us felt we could trust leaving of original works with this deceitful director after leaving the country though we were supposed to have Budapest exhibitions.
Two exhibitions were supposed to happen for each group each year (presumably with the aid of all the money we sunk into the program because it was certainly more than enough to offset room and board and such) and yet to my knowledge artists from years past were still waiting for shows.
There was virtually no one for non-Hungarian speaking artists to turn to for information, so that I helped in translating much. The Director had rather limited contact with us in this foreign land to help with any logistics. Again, we were lucky that I spoke Hungarian and I myself was fortunate to have relatives nearby that enabled me to photograph a wider multitude of regions and get away form our pathetic accommodations for spells. These relatives also helped me to gauge how unacceptable the program was all around considering what we paid in US dollars and the relativity to what we could really get for that amount in local currency.
I am sure I could say more of the disappointment we felt with the program, but I will end here and hope that in the future you choose not to run anything about this program on your calls list and let fellow artists know it is suspect.
Sincerely,
Anna-Maria Vag
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AUDIO/VISUAL Music Video Competition
New York Underground Film Festival
(New York NY)
The New York Underground Film Festival Presents... AUDIO/VISUAL. Part live showcase, part music video competition, A/V takes place October 18 &19 in Brooklyn.
Application Date: 09/20/03
Email kendra@nyuff.com
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Call for Design Entries
Chamber Music America
(New York NY)
Chamber Music America (CMA), the national service organization for the chamber music profession is holding a design competition for a new organizational logo, accompanying letterhead, envelopes, and business cards. The competition is open to all designers (students welcome) with innovative and creative perspectives. Please submit up to five original designs in jpeg or pdf formats to arogers@chamber-music.org. The winning submission will receive a $750 stipend.
Chamber Music America reserves all rights to the logo and accompanying organizational materials after the winner is chosen.
The first round of designers chosen will be asked to submit portfolios and other supplemental materials.
For more information regarding Chamber Music America please visit our website www.chamber-music.org
Application Date: 9/26/03
Email arogers@chamber-music.org
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SEPTEMBER 15 DEADLINE FOR The Bronx Museum of the Arts Artist in the Marketplace (AIM) Program - Fall 2003 & Spring 2004 Semesters
The Bronx Museum of the Arts is accepting applications for its Artist in the Marketplace (AIM) program (Fall 2003 & Spring 2004 semesters). ÊAIM offers career management and professional development seminars, access to arts professionals, networking opportunities, and a group exhibition to 36 emerging visual artists annually. ÊFor an application, please send a self-addressed ($.37) stamped envelope to The Bronx Museum of the Arts, 1040 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10456, or visit http://www.bxma.org/programs.php.
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PUBLIC TELEVISION CALL FOR ENTRIES
(Sonoma County CA)
"NATURAL HEROES" is a new Public Television series featuring independently produced films and videos with a common theme: real people making a difference for the environment and enhancing the world around us.
We're seeking videos that encourage thoughtful questions and realistic answers.
This series will be distributed to Public Television stations nationwide. There is NO fee for submitting your project.
To download an entry form, go to: www.naturalheroestv.org.
naturalheroes@krcb.org
800-287-2722 x124
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OPEN CALL SUBMISSIONS REPELLENT MAGAZINE & REPELLENT PROJECTS
Repellent
(Jersey City NJ)
Repellent is currently seeking proposals and artwork submissions from international contributors for Repellent Magazine and also a new, original and collaborative sound/visual art project.
Magazine: Repellent Magazine (Fotos Text Nonsense) is accepting submissions and content proposals for Issue #3. Repellent, as a zine, proposes itself as a gallery on paper, a vital disseminator of information, and a lab for creators and contributors. Distributed worldwide at all fine zine stands. Language is the photo section comprising almost half of the publication. This section is open to EVERYBODY: Photographers, snapshotaddicts, anyone who takes photos, Meanwhile, Writers, Fashion/Style, Graphic Artists/Illustrators/Curators can submit proposals of original articles/essays, fashion stories, visual project in the following sections: Opaque Jargon, Lessons In DIY, Opinions, Uniforme Publique, Repellent Sounds.
Deadlines Repellent #3: Language Photo Submissions & Written Proposals for other Sections: Friday, September 26th, 2003
Projects: Repellent is producing a new original and collaborative, sound and visual art project. Repellent has jointly and independently produced group projects in collaboration with various creatives and within a multiple of media. Including: Repellent Poster Project (2001), Video Art Screening Room (2001), Style Sports (2002), Repellent Sounds CD Compilation: "Sonic Rec Room" (June 2003). We are now currently seeking international contributors and participants: Artists (Conceptual/Installation), VJ’s/Motion Graphics, Video Artists, Musicians (electronic, acoustic, vocal, spoken word), software writers/developers for a new original project which will begin development this fall/autumn. If you are interested in software, new media, video and sound and willing to work collaboratively and/or contribute your expertise, please get in contact.
Deadlines: Send Samples/Weblinks/Resume: Friday, September 26th, 2003
Click here for full Submission Information http://www.repellentzine.com/submissions.asp
Application Date: 09/26/03
Email ihu@repellentzine.com
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Call for Writings
Art for Real
(New York NY)
Art For Real
Call for submissions, http://www.artforreal.org is currently looking for people to submit reviews on current exhibitions. Visit our web-site to see current reviews, exhibition images, and comments. We are an open format platform for the critical review of art, through plain language dialogue.
Application Date: 12/31/2003
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October 1 Deadline for NYFA Artists’ fellowships.
NYFA’s Artists’ Fellowships are $7,000 cash awards made to individual originating artists living and working in the state of New York for use in career development. Eligible disciplines for 2004 are Architecture/Environmental Structures, Choreography, Fiction, Music Composition, Painting, Photography, Playwriting/ Screenwriting, and Video. Applications are available to download on NYFA’s website and in this issue of NYFA Quarterly. Free seminars are given statewide by NYFA staff about the application process. For more information on the seminars and how to apply for a NYFA Artists’ Fellowship, call 212.366.6900 x217 or visit www.nyfa.org.
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OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES
Budget Gallery, San Francisco.
"Home & Garden" Show (In conjunction with DSLR WEST)
October 4, 2003
Deadline: September 20, 2003
http://www.budgetgallery.org
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Introduction:
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The Budget Gallery's goal is to provide high art at low prices to unsuspecting customers. We achieve this goal by organizing gallery style art shows in the unused public spaces found in urban areas. From empty walls to empty buildings, the Budget Gallery uses any space that is available and highly visible during the day. Space is often prepared with white paint and signage so work will be as professionally presented as possible. Pieces will be labeled with the artists name, materials used, and asking price for the work. There will be an opening reception on the evening of October 4.
All pieces not sold by the end of the the opening reception stay up with a price and contact phone number for interested buyers. The gallery is in co-opted public space with no security. Any work not sold at the reception can be sold, stolen, or vandalized during the rest of the show. (see below for details regarding large work)
This show is happening in conjunction with the Department of Space and Land Reclamation West. What's that? Check out the site - http://www.dslrwest.org.
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Call for entries:
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All work that meets guidelines will be accepted for the show - in line with the Budget Gallery's belief that any art is better than the commercial advertising usually found in public space. Work will either be purchased, stolen, or vandalized. Artists are encouraged to make pieces for this show with these inevitabilities in mind. Ideal pieces should catch the eye, capture the imagination, and invite extended viewing from passing crowds. Art that addresses the issues of public space, or the home, home appliances, furnishings, etc. are especially encouraged, but again, all work will be accepted. Most artists and a sample of the work is posted on a page on our website. Please fill out the form completely so we can do this as easily as possible.
Artists are encouraged to use the Budget Gallery as an opportunity to show work they may not normally present in other venues. Masterpieces are not required. Work in media other than the artists primary media is encouraged, along with older pieces, works in progress, studies, and so on.
Work should be priced to sell to the general public. All pieces not sold at the opening will be left in public space. Those interested in your piece will be instructed to remove it, take it home, and contact the gallery regarding payment. Commission is arbitrary, optional, and decided by the artist. Work will not be returned.
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Guidelines:
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***see special guidelines for large work below***
1. All work must haver our entry form attached.
2. Work must be able to be hung on a wall.
3. Any piece larger than 24 inches by 24 inches (except paper in tubes up to 24" inches wide) and/or any piece heavier than 10 pounds is considered "large". If your piece exceeds these dimensions, see special guidelines below.
4. Please deliver art with your preferred mounting hardware supplied. If no mounting hardware is supplied, work will be hung in the most convenient way possible (Starting with wood screws, then staples, twine, or tape).
6. Please submit a slide or digital photo of work (if possible) for our website.
7. Work must be received by September 20th , 2003
LARGE WORK GUIDELINES:
Usually we do not accept large work, but we are making an exception for the "Home & Garden" Show. Some artists will be creating furniture... we don't have a truck, but we don't want to discourage. So if you'd like to do large work (i.e. furniture, garden sculptures, appliances):
1. Please send us a description (and photos) via email of what you are submitting.
2. Fill out the entry form and email it back to us to get a label at the show and your name on the site (emailing a photo will get you a page.
3. Make your own label, including the following:
-Piece Name
-Media used
-Dimensions
-Your asking price
-Your Personal Phone Number
4. emailed submissions should be recieved by September 20th, 2003
On the day of the show you must be able to drop off the piece and take responsibility for it.
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Contact
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Please email us if there's any more information we can provide.
info@budgetgallery.org
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Submission:
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Please email where@budgetgallery.org for submission address.
Download form, fill out, and attach to piece. Go to http://budgetgallery.org/pdfs/
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OCTOBER 6 DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS TO 2ND ANNUAL THAI FILM FESTIVAL 2003: THAI TAKES II
Thai Takes (April 2-4, 2004, New York City) is the second annual New York Thai Film Festival presented by ThaiLinks. Shorts (less than 60 min.) and feature-length (60 min. or longer) directed, produced, or principally acted by Thais or Thai diaspora or films with Thai related subject matter are eligible. Categories: shorts, experimental, animation, documentary, feature, and youth-produced (Special consideration will be given to works that reflect the Thai diaspora experience). Works must have been completed after Sept. 30, 2002. English subtitles requested.
Formats: 16 mm and 35 mm film; Beta SP (NTSC) video. VHS(NTSC) or DVD for preview. Early submission entry fees: $15 shorts/experimental/documentary short/student; $25 feature (add $15 extra for late entries). For more information, email thaitakes@thailinks.org or visit www.thailinks.org. Postmark deadlines: early Oct. 6; final Oct. 27.
Thai Takes II: Contemporary Thai Film Festival aims to increase awareness of Thai issues through film; promote Thai films; and encourage and support Thai filmmakers and actors in the United Sates and abroad; and documentary filmmakers focusing on Thai issues.
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OCTOBER 1 DEADLINE FOR College Art Association MEMBERS EXHIBITION: Suspension: Sonic Absorption
The College Art Association is happy to announce this unusual call for entries for its Members Exhibition to be held in conjunction with the Annual Conference in Seattle in February of 2004.
College Art Association
Call for Entries:
Suspension: Sonic Absorption
February 17 - April 4, 2004
Consolidated Works, Seattle, WA
For eligibility and application instructions, please visit http://www.collegeart.org/caa/conference/2004/member_exhibit.html
The call is open to all 2004 CAA individual members. Membership forms for 2004 will be available after September 1, 2003. Please call CAA directly for membership information at www.collegeart.org or call 212.691.1051 ext 12.Ê
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October 1 DEADLINE FOR Smack Mellon Artist Studio Program
Smack Mellon offers free studio space to eligible artists for a one-year period in DUMBO, Brooklyn. The program provides artists working in all visual arts media a free private studio space and a $2000 to $5000 fellowship. The program does not provide living space. Artists also have access to shared facilities that include a fabrication shop, G4 computer with editing, DVD burner and CD read/write capabilities, scanners, VCR and monitor, high-speed Internet access via T1 lines and technical support. Three of the artists selected will receive an Emerging Artist Fellowship funded by the New York Community Trust.
For eligibility requirements and application instructions, please visit www.smackmellon.org
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13th Mostra Curta Cinema/Rio de Janeiro Int'l Short Film Festival, Brasil. Deadline: 5 September. http://www.curtacinema.com.br
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After close to 6 years at BALTIC, including the first year of public opening, BALTIC Director Sune Nordgren is to take up a new post as founding Director of the National Museum for Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo, Norway.
The BALTIC Trust is now looking for a new Director to provide strategic leadership, management and artistic vision for the continued development of BALTIC as a regional, national and international centre for the production and exhibition of contemporary art.
You will have occupied a senior artistic leadership role including significant management experience. You will have experience and understanding of contemporary art, curatorial practice and working with artists. You will be BALTIC‚s public face and will have the ability to promote broad public interest in contemporary visual art as well as sustaining the interest of a more specialized audience. To help support the future of this unique project it will be necessary to continue to build effective partnerships with both public and private sectors.
BALTIC opened in the summer of 2002 and attracted nearly one million visitors in its first year. Situated on the south bank of the River Tyne, in the north of England, BALTIC lies at the heart of the regeneration of Gateshead Quays. As a major initiative for contemporary art in the North of England, BALTIC is supported by Gateshead Council and by Arts Council England.
Application packs are available to download from the BALTIC website on http://www.balticmill.com or Gateshead Council website on http://www.gatshead.gov.uk
Alternatively application packs are available from our recruitment advisor Gateshead Council, Human Resources, Civic Centre, Regent Street, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England, NE8 1HH, Tel: +44 (0) 191 433 3847 or +44 (0) 191 433 2244.
Closing date for applications is Wednesday, 1 October 2003.
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Experimental theater director sought for one-woman show in NYC in December.
Hello fellow artists, Please pass this on to interested friends or pass it on to yourself! I am looking for experimental theatre director, preferably with multi-media experience for one-woman show to go up early December, approximately 20-30 mins. At the Producer's Club in mid-town. Multidisciplinary, text-based,movement-theater-butoh approach, great topic - women & madness. This version is lo-tech, but I will be expanding the Madness into full-length multi-media show down the road and apply for festivals and other NYC joints. For those that don't know my work, I am a performance artist, writer, dancer and actress with NYC & UK produced shows. I am more than happy to send you my resume & some pics (my website is coming soon!). Small stipend is avaialable. I am also looking for a light op for both my piece and the piece before mine - simple cues, great experience for a student. Katherine Adamenko
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The Armory Center for the Arts located in Pasadena is currently accepting
resumes for this entry level job . The work environment is fun and full of
kids. www.armoryarts.org.
Receptionist
(Part-time position)
The Armory is seeking an outgoing & friendly individual to work in our
front office. Duties include: answering and directing phone calls, greeting
visitors, providing administrative support and responding to inquiries from
the general public. Other responsibilities include assisting in
registration of art classes and duties as assigned.
Requirements: Must be friendly, patient and able to handle multiple
responsibilities under pressure.
Pay Grade: Minimum wage.
To apply: Send cover letter and resume to:
Sally Bickerton, Armory Center for the Arts, 145 N. Raymond Ave., Pasadena,
CA 91103
May also be fax to (626) 449-0139. Or email to sbickerton@armoryarts.org.
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Employer: Summit View School
Contact: Stacie Bulmash
Phone: (310) 751-1128
altphone: (310) 751-1100
fax: (310) 397-4417
Address1: 12101 W. Washington Blvd.
Address2: Los Angeles, CA 90066
Best_Time: between 8-4:30p.m
Job_Title: Elementary and Jr. High Art Teacher
hours: Full_Time Part_Time
Salary: Rate
Salary_Rate: $15-20 hr. for 4hrs.
Per: Hour
Details: We are a school for learning disabled students. We are looking for
someone who is interested in working with children and feels that this work
would be fulfilling to them.
qualifications: Some experience with children. Good to have taken the
CBEST already, but does not have to have that qualification.
Apply: Phone_for_Interview Send_Resume
Deadline: Other
otherdate: ASAP
Addl_Info: This is a wonderful learning environment if working with
children is of interest to you. Our classes have only 12 students per
class allowing the ability to give individualized attention to students and
projects. There will be a teaching assistant in the room at all times.
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Programmer position at Images Festival, Toronto, Canada. Deadline: 19 September. http://www.imagesfestival.com
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Spike Island Curatorial Opportunity, Bristol, UK
Spike Island is seeking proposals from British-based African, Caribbean or Asian curators working within the context of the international contemporary art world. Deadline: 8 September. Email: admin@spikeisland.org.uk
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Projection Room, Candid Arts Trust, London, UK. new weekly film and video night located at Candid Arts Trust, London. currently looking for filmmakers and artists to submit work for selection for these evenings. Films, videos or animations can last from a few seconds to 30 mins and must be presented on VHS or DVD. Deadline: rolling submission. http://www.candidarts.com
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Eyes and Ears, San Francisco, USA. an international film series showcasing films with experimental sound scores or music incorporating music of well known avant-garde composers and musicians. Deadline: rolling submission. http://www.otherminds.org/shtml/Eyesandears1.shtml
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Clemont Ferrand Short Film Festival, France. Deadline: 17 October. http://www.clermont-filmfest.com
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Halloween Short Film Festival, London, UK. Deadline: 30 September. http://www.shortfilms.org.uk
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eKsperim[E]nto Film and Video Festival 2004, Manila, Philippines. Deadline: 30 September. http://www.geocities.com/eksperiment4/rules
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Les Inattendus. 4th international cinema and vidéo festival, Lyon, France. Deadline: 15 September. http://www.inattendus.com
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One To One 2003/2004, One To One Individual Artists' Bursaries in Live Art, Live Art Development Agency, London. NB for individual practitioners based in London who work in Live Art. Deadline: 6 October.
http://www.liveartlondon.demon.co.uk/activities/one_to_one_guidelines_03.html
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Artist-in-Residency Program, Kyoto Art Center, Japan. Deadline: 30 September. http://www.kac.or.jp/english/residence/apdetail.html