///ARTIST OPPORTUNITIES

Here at McColl Center for Visual Art, great opportunities for artists often come across our desks. And we in turn make every effort to pass along those opportunities here. Postings will include opportunities from right here at the Center as well as calls regionally, nationally and even internationally. Check this page for calls for submissions, proposals and more.

McColl Center for Visual Art - Artist-in-Residence Program
Deadline: Various
The Center accepts applications from emerging, mid-career and senior level artists. Local, regional, national and international artists are all eligible for the Artist-in-Residence Program while artists who live within a 50-mile radius of Charlotte are eligble for the Affiliate Artist Program.
More info, visit: http://www.mccollcenter.org/artists-in-residence/apply-for-residency-programs

McColl Center for Visual Art - 6th Street & 7th Street Windows
Deadline: Monday, November 1, 2010
McColl Center for Visual Art is seeking proposals from artists interested in exhibiting new or current work in six windows on 7th Street between North Church and North Tryon Streets in Charlotte, North Carolina or two windows on 6th Street Hearst Tower. Windows are available for exhibition January - June 2011 or July 2010 - January 2012. Two artists will be selected for a 6-month period for each set of windows. Artists will be required to change or alter the windows three times. Artists selected for 7th Street receive an honorarium of $1,250 and artists selected for 6th Street receive an honorarium of $750. Only North/South Carolina Artists are eligible.
Click here for a printable version of the 6th and 7th Street Windows Application

McColl Center for Visual Art - Outdoor Sculpture Project
Deadline: Wednesday, December 15, 2010
McColl Center for Visual Art is actively seeking proposals from artists for its Outdoor Sculpture Project, which will be located on the front lawn of the Center. The size of the lawn is approximately 3,000 sq ft. This is a special opportunity for artists to design and create temporary work for the lawn of one of the
Country’s leading urban artist communities. Individual artists as well as groups are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to those proposals that provide an innovative use of materials and structures. A $1,000 honorarium will be provided.
Click here for a printable version of the Outdoor Sculpture Project Application


McColl Center for Visual Art - Gallery 115
Deadline: Wednesday, December 15, 2010
As an extension to its current exhibition program, the Center is actively seeking proposals from visual or interdisciplinary artists, curators, architects and designers for exhibitions in one of its main galleries, Gallery 115. Located on the main level of the Center, Gallery 115 is approximately 1500 sq ft. This is a unique opportunity to exhibit in one of the area’s premier spaces. Proposals may also include new media, site-specific installations, performance, painting, drawing, photography, sculpture, graphic design, and fashion design. Individual artists as well as groups are encouraged to apply. Priority will be given to those proposals that provide an experimental approach to contemporary art or exhibitions, innovative use of space, encourage community dialog or support curriculum-based programming. A $1,000 honorarium will be provided.
Click here for a printable version of the Gallery 115 Application

Other Opportunities:

Presented by the Arts and Science Council, the ARTIST AS ENTREPRENUR INSTITUTE teaches artists of all disciplines the fundamentals of business through a 3-session, 24-hour course. The program covers a range of topics that impact artists’ daily operations, from selecting an incorporation model to marketing and writing a business plan. The 18-module course is taught by local business professionals, artists and non-artists, practicing in a variety of small business functions. The AEI curriculum offers critical support for artists, enabling them to contribute to strengthening the vitality of the larger urban arts and culture sector. Click here for more information.

The JAN VAN EYEK ACADEMIE is an international post-academic institute for research and production in the areas of fine art, design and theory. For the upcoming academic year, starting on 1 January 2011, the JVE has research positions available in the Departments of Fine Art and Design. The Academie is inviting artists and designers to apply for a one-year, two-year or variable research period. The deadline for applications is 1 October 2010. http://www.janvaneyck.nl/  

SALES/MARKETING POSITION needed for a small commercial photography/fine art business.  Full time or part position needed to increase commercial photography jobs ex:hospital, corporate, non-profit, magazine. Skills: Aggressive, personable,good people skills, social marketing skills,self motivated. 100% commission on all jobs until base salary is met. Send resume to Diane Hughes charl447@earthlink.net

PUBLIC ART PROJECT - The North Carolina Arts Council seeks to commission artists for two park-sited public art projects, each of which will become a centerpiece of cultural tourism trails celebrating the state’s rich history, creative heritage, and contemporary artistic practices. Applicant artists must be U.S. citizens or legal residents aged eighteen years or older. Artists may apply to both RFQs, but they must submit two separate application packages.
http://www.ncarts.org/projectspecs
http://www.ncarts.org/elements/project_specs/AAMT_PublicArt_RFQ_AllAmericaPark.pdf
http://www.ncarts.org/elements/project_specs/HappyValley_PublicArt_RFQ.pdf

NOW CASTING. Are you a natural born baker or artist? Can you make amazing masterpieces, crazy confections, or over-the-top cakes? Could you be the next pastry guru? If so, the producers of "Cake Boss" are currently casting outgoing and competitive up-and-coming bakers who want their big break with the help of the "Cake Boss" himself! More info here.

MARY PAULINE PROJECTS is coordinating the acquisition of artwork for the Medical College of Georgia. Applications for current and upcoming projects will be considered through December 31, 2010. www.marypaulineprojects.com/

EVERGLADES NATIONAL PARK ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCY PROGRAM is accepting applications from visual artists and writers. Deadline: Ongoing. www.nps.gov/ever/supportyourpark/artistinresidence.htm

EMERGING CAROLINAS JURIED ART EXHIBIT will open at HUB-BUB on October 2, 2010. Until August 13, submissions are being accepted from visual artists between the ages of 20 and 35 who reside in or attend an institute of higher education in North or South Carolina. William Dunlap will be the juror. Prize money will be awarded for Best in Show ($1,200), First Place ($750), and Second Place ($500). For more information visit: www.emergingcarolinas.com. To apply: www.hubbub.slideroom.com.