OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTS

CALL FOR ARTISTS
HERE: Book Art and Works on Paper by Minnesota GLBT Artists
Minnesota Center for Book Arts (Minneapolis, MN)

In conjunction with GLBT Pride celebrations across the Twin Cities, Minnesota Center for Book Arts (MCBA) is sponsoring a juried exhibition of book art and works on paper created by Minnesota GLBT artists. Work will be displayed in the Open Book Lobby May 10 through June 29, 2008. Work will be juried by MCBA staff and artists affiliated with the center.

Eligible work includes book art (artists’ books, zines and altered books) and works on paper (prints, drawings, collage or any other medium using paper as a substrate). Any gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender Minnesota artist may submit work to be considered for this exhibition. There is no fee for entry. Full submission guidelines are detailed within the call, which you can download from MCBA's website.

Deadline for application: Selections will be made from actual work (not slides or digital images). Work must be dropped off at MCBA for consideration by 5:00pm, May 1, 2008.

For more information: Download the detailed Call for Artists and submission guidelines here. Contact MCBA Artistic Director Jeff Rathermel at jrathermel@mnbookarts.org with any questions.

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CALL FOR PRINT ARTISTS
Sixth Minnesota National Print Biennial
October 7 - November 6, 2008
University of Minnesota Katherine E. Nash Gallery (Minneapolis, MN)

Deadline for submission: April 18, 2008

For more information: Download the prospectus at the University of Minnesota Art Department website. For questions, contact Jenny Schmid at 612-625-3230.

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CALL FOR BOOK ARTISTS
Second National San Diego Book Arts Juried Show
September 20 - December 30, 2008
Geisel Library, University of California, San Diego (San Diego, CA)

All structures of artists' book, unique or limited edition, are eligible. Maximum size 30" closed. Entry fee $25.

Deadline for application/submission: June 15, 2008

For more information: Download the prospectus and entry form from the San Diego Book Arts website.

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CALL FOR ARTISTS
Proposals for 2009-2010 solo or group shows
Susan Hensel Gallery (Minneapolis, MN)

Susan Hensel Gallery seeks challenging work that creates environments where change can happen; artwork that invites interaction, discussion and community building. In addition to 2D and 3D work, the gallery has a special interest in installation, performance art, artists' books, spoken word performance and political or topical artwork of any kind.

Proposals reviewed on a rolling basis. There are three open slots in the gallery schedule per year.

For more information: Visit Susan Hensel Gallery's website.

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