Call for Work: Deadline 19 March 2012

HOME
CALL FOR ENTRIES
National Competition for Photographs and Photo-Based Artwork
At Umbrella Arts, New York City

Conceived and juried by Harvey Stein, Director of Photography, Umbrella Arts; photographer, educator, author

The exhibit HOME continues curator Harvey Stein's investigation of themes that explore the basic yet complex and necessary needs and desires of the human condition. Former exhibits in this series, all using photography as the medium of choice include BED, BED 2, and DINNER, each conceived and juried by Mr. Stein and presented within the last three years at the Umbrella Arts Gallery in Manhattan's East Village.

These themes throw the spotlight on our daily experiences that are omnipresent, totally necessary, but are mostly overlooked or when acknowledged are usually taken for granted. Nothing is more basic, necessary and involuntary than sleep, food, and shelter. Through this ongoing exploration, surprising and creative images have made our needs more conscious and allow the artist and viewer to be more connected to the richness of every day life, experience and surroundings.

HOME is family, HOME is universal, Home is unique, HOME is comfort, HOME is sleep, HOME is personal, HOME is a place to go after work, HOME is sacred, HOME is where we can be sad, angry, sick, private, HOME is where we learn and grow, HOME is where we work—and play. HOME is safety, HOME is private, HOME is often where we want to be, HOME is what everyone needs but not what everyone has.

"The ache for home lives in all of us. The safe place where we can go as we are and not to be questioned."--Maya Angelou

"People usually are the happiest at home." --William Shakespeare

DETAILS

ENTRY DEADLINE: March 19, 2012

SHOW DATES: May 2-May 26, 2012

LOCATION: Umbrella Arts
317 East 9th Street
New York, NY 10003
www.umbrellaarts.com
212.505.7196

ELIGIBILITY: The exhibition is open to all photographers, any format, any camera, black & white or color, any style acceptable. All types of photography-based work may be entered, including digital, alternative processes, photo collage and montage. Maximum finished print size is 16"x20". Maximum frame size is 20"x24".

BOOK PUBLICATION: A book based on the selected and exhibited images for HOME will be published by the gallery and will be for sale during the exhibition. All rights remain with the photographer.

JUROR: HARVEY STEIN is a professional photographer, educator, lecturer, curator and author of five photography books: Coney Island 40 Years (2011), Movimento: Glimpses of Italian Street Life (2007), Coney Island (1998), Artists Observed (1986), and Parallels: A Look at Twins (1978). Stein's photographs have been published in dozens of magazines such as The New Yorker, Time, Life, Esquire, and Smithsonian as well as all the major photo magazines. He has had 73 one-person exhibits in the U.S. and Europe, and his photographs are in more than 50 public and private collections around the world. The Bruce Silverstein Gallery, Throckmorton Fine Art and June Bateman Fine Art represent his work. He is a faculty member of the International Center of Photography and conducts his own workshops in Asia, South America and Europe as well as the U.S. He was appointed Director of Photography at Umbrella Arts in 2009. Some of his photography can be seen at www.harveysteinphoto.com and www.coneyisland40years.com

PROCEDURE TO ENTER:

• Visit www.umbrellaarts.com/entries/home-exhibition
• Click on the PROCEDURE link.
• Create a user name and password to submit your work to HOME
• Follow the online upload directions
  

Recommended image requirements:

• High quality jpegs 72 resolution
• RGB or sRGB color profile (for both B&W and Color)
• Sized 1000 pixels on the longest dimension
• Eliminate watermarks is a MUST
  

FEE: $40.00 submission fee for 5 images. $5.00 per each additional image up to 10 images will be accepted, payable to Umbrella Arts once online registration is completed. Payment can be made by PayPal, check or money order.

NOTIFICATION: Artists will be notified by March 31, 2012. Approximately 40 images will be selected for exhibition. Notification will be sent by e-mail.

ACCEPTED WORK: A framed, ready to hang, (plexiglass only) exhibition quality print must be delivered to Umbrella Arts, 317 East 9th Street, New York, New York 10003.

No substitutes of accepted work will be allowed. Exhibited work must be for sale.

DELIVERY: Can be made in person or by mail. By Mail --no later than Saturday, April 28th. By Hand -- delivered work can be dropped off at Umbrella Arts on Thursday April 26, Friday April 27 and Saturday April 28, from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Please include a current resume to be included in the gallery exhibition guide.

UMBRELLA ARTS: Mary Ann Fahey and Margaret Bodell have joined forces to create the Umbrella Arts gallery and project space, located in the heart of the East Village. Mary Ann Fahey and Margaret Bodell have introduced many new artists to the New York art world, and worked to expand the traditional notion of an art exhibition by using it as a vehicle for creating community and promoting social change.

RECEPTION: A reception for photographers, friends and press, hosted by Umbrella Arts will be held on Wednesday May 9th. Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

COMMISSION: Umbrella Arts will handle all sales for photographers. Photographers will retain 50% of sales price, and Umbrella Arts will retain 50% of total sale. The price indicated on the entry form will be considered the retail price of each image. Once the final exhibition print has been dropped off at the gallery, Umbrella Arts will be happy to consult with artists on pricing considerations.

LIABILITY: Liability of artwork is the responsibility of the participating artist/photographer. Umbrella Arts, their employees or any agents thereof cannot be held responsible for any liability of the artist.

BOOK PUBLICATION: A book based on the selected and exhibited images for HOME will be published by the gallery and will be for sale during the exhibition. All rights remain with the photographer. Images selected need to be formatted for publication and made available to the gallery within one week of acceptance to HOME exhibit. For reproduction purposes, selected image files must meet the required color profile and size RGB or sRGB, 300dpi, 2850 x 2225 pixels.

QUESTIONS: Questions may be directed to us by emailing info@umbrellaarts.com, or by calling Umbrella Arts at 212.505.7196 during gallery hours: Thurs – Sat, 1-6pm.

Call for Work: Deadline late February 2012

Venus Envy seeks women from all backgrounds and experiences to submit proposals in any visual arts medium for the 13th Annual St. Louis, MO exhibition.The theme for this year's exhibit is Carnivale! Guidelines and Application are included here. All women artists, 18 years of age of older, living within a 300 mile radius of St. Louis, MO are encouraged to submit.

Everyone is invited to attend Venus Envy St. Louis 2011, which will take place the evenings of March 10, 2012 at Mad Art Gallery, located at 2727 S. 12th Street; St. Louis 63118. Additionally, a special Preview Party will be held Friday, March 09, 2012.

Entries must be received (not postmarked) by February 21, 2011 at 5pm. Please mail to Ultra-Color Corporation located at 1814 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63103.

Application processing fee is $20. Email notifications will be mailed to applicants on Feb 27, 2012, followed by return of submissions via snail mail.

Please email questions to Jeane Vogel, Exhibition Chair, at jeane@vogelpix.com. No calls, please.

(cut and past application into a new document, please)
VENUS ENVY 2012 APPLICATION FORM

IMPORTANT: This is the only form on which your name should appear.
DO NOT include your name on your images, image list, or proposal. This will help ensure an anonymous jurying process.

Name__________________________________________________________
(as you wish it to appear on VE PR materials, wall text, etc.)

Address __________________________________________________________

City __________________________________ State ________ Zip ___________

Phone _______________________ E-mail _______________________________

Checklist of Submission Requirements:

__ Completed Application form
__ 3 numbered digital images on CD w/accompanying image list

__ Proposal (1 page only)
__ Brief resume or bio (1 page only)

__ SASE for return of slides or photos
__ Application fee of $20 - check payable to Venus Envy

I agree to the terms of the Jurying Process and Submission Requirements.

_____________________________________________________________________
Signature Date

Mail Submissions to be received by Feb 21, 2012 to:
Venus Envy
c/o Paul Goldblum
Ultra-Color
1814 Washington Avenue
St. Louis, MO 63103

OFFICE USE ONLY:

Submission # _____ Date received____/_____/____

GUIDELINES
VENUS ENVY 2012 ST. LOUIS CALL FOR WOMEN ARTISTS

MISSION STATEMENT
Venus Envy is an organization driven by women which positively affects everyone by empowering women through the arts.

EXHIBITION DESCRIPTION
The 12th annual Venus Envy St. Louis 2012 (VE12StL) exhibition is a multi-media, juried showcase of visual art by women living and creating in the St. Louis area.

ELIGIBILITY
All women* artists, 18 years of age of older, living within a 300 mile radius of St. Louis, MO are eligible.
* must have the anatomy of a women (a vagina, not uterus) and live life as a woman to qualify for exhibitions.

IMPORTANT DATES
Submission deadline: Feb 21, 2012, 5pm
Notification letters mailed: Feb 27, 2012Delivery of artwork: Monday, March 5, 2011, 9 am -6 pm, and Tuesday, March 6, 2-8pm
Deliver to Mad Art Gallery: 2727 S. 12th Street; St. Louis 63118
Venus Envy 2012 St. Louis Preview Party: March 9, 2011
Venus Envy 2012 St. Louis: March 10, 2011

LOCATION OF EXHIBITION/EVENT The St. Louis event will take place at Mad Art Gallery located at 2727 S. 12th Street; St. Louis 63118.

REQUIREMENTS
Artists wishing to propose work for Venus Envy St. Louis 2012 (VE12StL) must submit the following prior to the submission deadline: (Any submissions received after 5pm on Feb 21, 2012 will be disqualified.)

Application – Complete the Application. To ensure an anonymous jurying process, the Application is the only place your name should appear.

Support Materials – 3 recent images (digital images on CD), numbered 1-3 and a corresponding image list. Do not submit original artwork. Digital image requirements: JPEGs only, 3"x3" @ 300dpi, 2.3MB or 1024x768 @ 72dpi, 2.2MB. The image list must include the title, media, dimensions and production year for each piece. Enclose a SASE for the return of support materials. VE will retain the Application, support materials and proposal of selected artists for curation and PR purposes. Information on the image sheet may be printed in the Exhibition Catalog.

Proposal – Please include a 1-page description of the work you intend to exhibit at VE11StL.The proposal must include title, media and dimensions; a statement detailing the concept of the artwork; and a description or sketch of the finished artwork and how it should be installed. All media will be considered for inclusion. Artists working in 2D media will have approximately 6 to 8 lineal feet maximum. Artists working in 3D media will have approximately 200 sq. ft of floor space maximum. Venus Envy (VE) understands that this is a working description and subject to moderate alteration. We do, however, request as complete a description as possible. Artwork that differs significantly from the original proposal will not be exhibited.

Installation – Please include an explanation of installation nneeds in your proposal. Artists are responsible for providing hardware and all special installation needs. The Exhibition Committee will designate exhibition spaces and is responsible for planning an exhibit that is cohesive, dynamic and aligned with the entire event. Artists agree to cooperate fully with the Exhibition Committee. Artists are expected to install their own work under the direction of the Exhibition Committee. Artists unable to install or deliver their work must make their own arrangements.

One page resume or bio – To be used for PR and curation purposses only. Jurors will not see this information.

Processing fee – Each Application must be accompanied by a $20 processing fee in the form of a check or money order (do not send cash) made payable to Venus Envy.

JURORS
Juror(s) have no affiliation with the organizing of VE12StL and are chosen for their professional qualifications. Juror(s) will review images and proposals anonymously and select 35-50 women artists on the following criteria: 1) conceptual and aesthetic diversity, 2) feasibility of proposal, 3) overall artistic merit and 4) relevance to the VE mission statement.

SHIPPING/HANDLING/DELIVERY
Shipping, handling and delivery of artwork to and from VE11StL are the artist's responsibility. Artwork must be delivered by March 6, 2012. Artworks may not be removed prior to exhibition closing. VE does not provide insurance for artwork. VE encourages all artists to invest in insurance for their artwork.

SALES
VE will manage the sales of artwork at the exhibition. Artists are not required to exhibit work that can be sold. A 10% commission on work sold will be deducted to cover the cost of processing sales. VE will provide docents to manage sales; collect cash, check or credit card payments from buyers; and pay artists after the exhibition closing.

VOLUNTEER TIME
VE12StL is produced by a dedicated committee of volunteers. All artists selected to exhibit are expected to volunteer a minimum of 5 hours of time and/or work to the production of VE12StL.

ARTIST ASSISTANCE
If you are not able to afford the $20 processing fee or, if selected to exhibit, unable to volunteer your time, please contact VE for alternate arrangements.

AGREEMENT
The artist’s signature on this form constitutes agreement to all conditions stated in this document. Any breach of this agreement or failure to meet submission requirements may result in disqualification and/or removal from the exhibition.

INFORMATION
Venus Envy is a non-profit 501c3 organization. Support is provided by donations from individuals as well as private and public agencies. All contributions are gratefully acknowledged. Throughout the month of March and May VE is hosting arts events in 2 cities spanning the Mississippi River. The St. Louis public event will take place the evenings of March 9-10, 2012 at Mad Art Gallery.

TO CONTACT VENUS ENVY IN ST. LOUIS
jeane@vogelpix.com
VE12 Exhibition Chair

Call for Work: Deadline 24 February 2012

Art Saint Louis presents "Food, Glorious Food," a juried exhibit coming up this Spring at ASL.

FOOD, GLORIOUS FOOD
Artworks submitted for this juried exhibit should be about or deal with the theme of food and/or beverages, including growing & harvesting food, dining & drinking, includes 2-d and 3-d works. Artworks can also be about serving food/beverages, including functional 3-d pieces. Artworks not to exceed 12" in any direction. All styles, techniques & interpretations are encouraged.

EXHIBITION SPACE & DATES
Art Saint Louis North Gallery in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Exhibit dates: April 14-May 23, 2012. Presented concurrently with "Honor Awards 2012" exhibit. Opening reception Saturday, April 14, 6-8 p.m.

DEADLINE
The deadline for entry for this exhibit is 5 p.m. February 24, 2012. All entries must be delivered by mail or in-person and received by this date & time.

ELIGIBILITY
Open to artists 21 years of age and older living in the St. Louis, Missouri region or surrounding 200-mile radius. Chicago, IL and Kansas City, MO are not eligible.

SPECIFICATIONS
Artists may submit up to 2 original artworks in all styles & all media*. *NO ceiling installed work. *NO works that are nailed, pinned, tacked, taped, velcroed, painted on, or affixed directly to/on Gallery walls. 2-d works must be framed or pre-approved presentation. No loose plexi that is clipped or nailed to wall. 3-d, over-sized or installation works must be installed by artist under direction of ASL Gallery Director. 3-d works that are extremely fragile, unstable or do not sit flat on a pedestal are discouraged. Video or works that require electricity: Artist must provide all equipment necessary to present artwork, including cords, DVD player, monitor, etc. Work must be completed in the last two years (2010-2012). Works not previously exhibited in any exhibit in the Art Saint Louis Gallery. Works not exhibited in any juried exhibit in the St. Louis region October 2011-February 2012.

SIZE LIMITS & PRICING
All artworks submitted for this exhibit should not exceed 12" in any direction, including frame. All artworks in this exhibit must be for sale and priced under $300.

JURORS
Allyson Mace, Publisher and Founder, Sauce Magazine, St. Louis, MO; and Linda Pilcher, owner, Something Elegant Catering, food stylist & artist, St. Louis, MO.

ALLYSON MACE
Allyson created & financed Sauce Magazine from her South City apartment a decade ago to help elevate the culinary community she had worked in for many years prior to the inception of the magazine. Allyson has always been fascinated by food and the publishing industry (her father was a lifelong multi-city newspaper publisher, and her mother currently owns and operates The St. Genevieve Herald). While juggling multiple restaurant jobs, she developed an online magazine and restaurant guide in 1999. She launched Sauce in print in 2001 with her (former) partner. Since that time, the Sauce brand has evolved into several ancillary products that serve & elevate the food loving community in St. Louis.

In February 2010, Allyson became the sole owner of Sauce Magazine and all its respective trademarks under her company, Bent Mind Creative Group, LLC. In June 2011, Allyson was named to the "Most Influential Women In Business" list by the St. Louis Business Journal. She was also selected to serve on the prestigious STL Women In Media Panel representing print media.

A native New Yorker, Allyson currently resides in South City and has long since considered St. Louis her home. She is an alum of The University of Missouri, St. Louis. She is an avid photographer and a fan and supporter of the local arts community. She enjoys great wine, conversation and road trips in her 1966 Airstream with friends and her dog, Winnifred.

LINDA PILCHER
Linda writes: "My college major was anthropology, but I minored in art. My favorite media were painting, drawing, and printmaking. I moved to Boston after college, and my first job was secretary to the Curator of Textiles at The Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The best part of the job was the opportunity to inventory their collection-from Coptic cloth to costumes.

I have owned Something Elegant Catering since 1984, which has increased my appreciation of not only the taste of food, but also the visual presentation of food. In 2000, I apprenticed with two of the leading food stylists in St. Louis, which was an incredible opportunity. I am now the principal video food stylist for Schnucks Markets. I also provide food styling services for other commercial video, film and print projects. I have worked with nationally known chefs and cookbook authors, including Bobby Flay, Lidia Bastianich, Rick Bayless, and Cat Cora for television appearances and special events in St. Louis."

Linda's educational background is in counseling. She earned a Ph.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in Counseling Psychology and was a practicing psychotherapist for 10 years, specializing in the treatment of eating disorders.

JURYING, FORMATTING & MATERIALS REQUIRED
Judging is done by JPEGs on CD only. No slides, e-mailed images, or photos. DVD only for video* or performance (save video as Quicktime file). Limit 2 JPEGs per artwork: 1 full view & either 1 detail OR alternate view. JPEGs on ONE CD that MUST be readable by both Mac & PC. JPEGs must be RGB Color, 300 dpi preferred. Rename JPEG file to correspond to image # on the entry form using the following format: lastname.image1.jpg (EXAMPLE: smith.image1). Include title of artwork on entry form. Include separate printed sheet with color or b/w thumbnail reference image of each artwork you are submitting for jurying. Do not include any unrelated files, folders or documents on CD. NO iPhoto folders. JPEGs only. Label CD with artist's full name and place in protective case. Submissions that do not comply with rules of entry will not be presented to the jurors. Entry form required with every entry. Download here: http://www.artsaintlouis.org/index.php/2011-10-08-03-21-13/submit-artwork-calls-for-entries

Only entries received by 5 p.m. February 24, 2012 will be considered. Jury notifications will be e-mailed to all artists by March 7, 2012. Works selected for exhibition that are not accurately depicted by JPEGs may be removed from the exhibit at Director's discretion.

SALES & INSURANCE
Artworks are insured at 50% of retail value during exhibit. Artist responsible for work in transit to/from ASL. Works in this show must be for sale, not to exceed $300. All sales are through Art Saint Louis with 30% donation on work sold to ASL and 70% to artist. Artist responsible for delivery of sold work to buyer.

FRAMING & PRESENTATION
All work selected for exhibit must be delivered to Gallery ready to install. 2-d work must be framed & equipped with hanging wire stretched across back of artwork. NO saw tooth hangers or clip frames. Paintings may be framed, strip-framed or gallery-wrapped. No loose plexi that is clipped or nailed to wall. No works that are nailed, pinned, tacked, taped, velcroed, painted on, or affixed directly to/on Gallery walls. Video & works that require electricity: Artist must provide any cords, cord protectors & all equipment required to present work. Specific installation requirements must be resolved in advance with directions/devices provided by artist. Art Saint Louis reserves the right to install accepted works in a manner deemed necessary for a well-designed exhibition or for security purposes.

AWARDS & SALES
Two non-cash Awards of Excellence will be selected by the jurors for this exhibit. Award recipients will be eligible for our "Honor Awards 2013" exhibit (March-April). Only artists who receive Awards of Excellence in our 2012 exhibits are eligible for the "Honor Awards 2013."

ENTRY FEE
Entry fee is non-refundable and is for up to 2 artworks. Membership is not required for submission of artworks or acceptance in to any Art Saint Louis juried exhibition. $15/current ASL members; $25/non-members; $5 reduced entry fee with new $50 Artist level 1-year membership. Payable to Art Saint Louis. Submit fee with entry form, CD, image reference sheet, & SASE (for return of CD). Entry fee payable by cash, check or money order or online entry fee payable by PayPal available on ASL website.

ENTRY FORM
The entry form for this exhibit is required with all entries and is downloadable directly from our website here. Entries submitted without form will be returned to artist unprocessed. All entries require: entry form filled out in full, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, and printed image reference sheet. DOWNLOADABLE FORM: http://www.artsaintlouis.org/index.php/2011-10-08-03-21-13/submit-artwork-calls-for-entries

DEADLINE / SEND ENTRY
5 p.m. February 24, 2012 is the deadline for ALL entries: mailed and hand-delivered. Hand-delivered entries must be during open Gallery hours: M & Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tue-F 10-5. Closed Sundays, holidays & between exhibits (closed between exhibits December 30-January 16). We highly recommend that you mail or deliver your entry before the entry deadline. Send/deliver entry fee, entry form, JPEGs on CD, image reference sheet to: "Food, Glorious Food," c/o Art Saint Louis, 555 Washington Ave., #150, St. Louis, MO 63101. Entries received after 5 p.m. February 24 will be returned to artists unprocessed.

VOLUNTEERING
As a non-profit artists' organization, Art Saint Louis relies on volunteer support to help present our exhibitions. For this exhibition, "Food, Glorious Food," all exhibiting artists are required to volunteer 2 hours (per artwork selected) of time and/or work to the production of this exhibit; artists may contribute food or paper goods for the opening reception (value $10/per artwork); or artists may buy-out volunteer time at $5/hour or $10/per artwork. Cash, contributions or in-kind goods or services are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

PUBLICITY
Art Saint Louis reserves the right to photograph all exhibited works for web use and publicity purposes. This exhibit is publicized and promoted on our web site, through e-blasts, on our Facebook page, in-print and online magazines & other magazines & publications, media resources, and more.

DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Artworks juried into this exhibition are to be hand-delivered by artist or representative to Art Saint Louis March 30-31, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and picked-up at the conclusion of the show, May 24-25, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exhibited artworks may not be removed from ASL prior to 10 a.m. May 24. ALL works must be removed from Gallery by 4 p.m. May 25. Gallery closed May 26-28.

ART SAINT LOUIS
Art Saint Louis is a non-profit artists' organization & gallery in downtown St. Louis, MO. For over 25 years, Art Saint Louis has worked to cultivate an appreciation for the role that visual artists play in our community. We fulfill our mission by creating and presenting original exhibitions, educational programming and support services to benefit artists and the community. Our proactive efforts help artists achieve professional success and reach new audiences. Art Saint Louis is a registered not-for-profit organization with the State of Missouri and has Federal 501 (c)(3) status. Learn more at www.artstlouis.org

QUESTIONS?
Robin Hirsch, Associate Director & Gallery Director, Art Saint Louis, robin@artstlouis.org.

C A L E N D A R

Deadline for entry: Only entries received by mail or hand-delivered by 5 p.m. February 24, 2012 will be considered. This is not a postmark deadline--this is THE deadline.

All entries* (*entry form filled out in full, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, printed image reference sheet) delivered or mailed to: "Food, Glorious Food," Art Saint Louis, 555 Washington Ave., #150, St. Louis, MO 63101

Jurying Notifications: All entering artists will be e-mailed jury results by March 7, 2012.

Accepted works delivered: to Art Saint Louis October March 30-31, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m..

Install exhibit: April 4, 2012, 2-5 p.m.

FREE Opening Reception: Saturday, April 14, 2012, 6-8 p.m.

Exhibition Dates: April 14-May 23, 2012

Pick-up exhibited works: May 24-25, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Questions? robin@artstlouis.org

Call for Work: Deadline 26 February 2012

The Soulard Art Market (SAM) and Contemporary Gallery is calling for submissions to "Carnivalesque" a juried exhibition of any medium. The show runs from March 8, 2012 through April 6, 2012, and each artist may submit up to three original works. Artwork displayed in prior years may not be submitted.

Exhibition Theme: "Carnivalesque" a mixed media show featuring a look at the past, present and future of amusement! Come and set yours eyes upon views of everything from the ride to the people to the freak shows and all the entertainment you can imagine!

Submission Guidelines:

• No more than 3 Pieces of work to be juried.
• Framed 2D artwork must be ready for hanging (no saw tooth hangers). Wire should be attached.
• Unframed "gallery wrapped" canvasses are acceptable.
• Sculpture should be no larger than 6 feet. Artists may need to provide their own pedestals.
• All artwork for consideration MUST be submitted via JPEG/JPG image.
• File size for each work cannot exceed 500kb and must be attached in jpg (jpeg) format.
• File Name should be named as such: Artists Name_Artwork title_Dimensions.jpg
• Example of File Name: (John Smith_Artwork 1_16x20.jpg).
• Late entries after the closing date of submission will NOT be accepted, no exceptions.
• Artists must be willing to have their artwork filmed or included in any press releases, articles, or other publications as seen fit by the show curators.
  

Visit our website and use our submission form to enter your work into the show. Note: if you receive an "error" message immediately after you submit, it probably went through. You will receive a confirmation of receipt from us within 24 hours, if you don't receive that, then resubmit.

Dates:

• Electronic submissions by Sunday, February 26, 2012, at 5:00 p.m.
• Electronic accepted artist notification by Monday, February 27, 2012.
• If accepted, drop off: Saturday and Sunday, March 2-3, 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
• Opening reception:. Friday, March 9, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
• Pick up: Saturday and Sunday, April 6-7, 2012, 12:00 – 6:00 p.m.
  

Submission is FREE! Accepted artists must submit an operational costs' fee of $30. There will be no commission; artists will retain 100% of sales. We look forward to seeing your art in the upcoming exhibition.

For more info: www.soulardartmarket.org Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Art Gallery (314-258-4299), 2028 S. 12th St., St. Louis, MO 63104

Call for Work: Deadline 29-30 January 2012

Freshly Brewed
Artthngs is accepting artists for our first exhibit of the new year, Freshly Brewed. Opening reception will be Saturday, February 4, 6-9pm. Additional viewing shall be by appointment. Contact: artthngs@hotmail.com or phone 314.436.9374. Exhibit closes March 10, 2012

This is a no theme exhibit. Open to all, all mediums, will consider installations. Video is a possibility. We will exhibit 4 works by each artist.

If we don't know each other send us some examples or send us to a site where we can view your art. Art needs to be ready to hang. Nothing to be hung from ceiling. If appropriate we may hang Salon style. We are unable provide tables or pedestals. Artists to provide tags for their art, one attached to the back and one for the wall. We provide the snacks and beverages, (adult and non). Exhibit to be held in the four unique glass enclosed gallery spaces in the Syndicate Building, 915 Olive Street, 4th and 5th floors. Saint Louis, Mo. 63101

Art drop off Sunday, January 29, 2-4 pm or Monday, January 30, 6-8pm. Art pick-up Sunday March 11, 2-4 pm or Monday, March 12, 6-8pm. Cost to accepted artists: $30.00 with no commission. Freshly Brewed is a show at your own risk exhibit.

Call for Work: Deadline 22 March 2012

CALL TO ARTISTS: Extending the Vision: Reaching Every Victim Help Us Honor Crime Victims During National Crime Victims' Rights Week April 22-28, 2012

For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Jessica Meyers, Crime Victim Advocacy Center at 314-289-5654 or Vara Lyons, Circuit Attorney's Office at 314-589-6953.

It is easy to forget that a lowered crime rate does not erase the victim's experience. Crime, regardless of how rare or prevalent, violates the victim and community's sense of safety and well-being. It eliminates trust in others. For crime victims and their loved ones, recovery is a long path and many may not receive the resources they need. The St. Louis region alone experienced over 14,000 violent crimes in 2010.

In recognition of the need to support victims and to have their voices heard, National Crime Victims' Rights Week has been observed annually each April at the federal level since 1981. Sponsored by the United States' Office of Justice Programs, NCVRW promotes victims' rights while honoring those who advocate on their behalf. For 2012, the theme is "Extending the Vision: Reaching Every Victim." As part of this mission, the St. Louis Planning Committee for National Crime Victims' Rights Week is currently accepting submissions for an art exhibition that will highlight crime's impact on the community as well as the victim's experience and road to recovery.

The main exhibit will be held at the Urban League's Vaughn Cultural Center at 3701 Grandel Square. There is limited space. A jury of arts professionals and crime victims' advocates will select no more than 16 works to display at the opening on Sunday, April 22. Works chosen will be on display at the center for a week following the opening. Prizes will be awarded for three works. Some art submitted but not selected by the jury will be displayed at various locations around the region leading up to National Crime Victims' Rights Week. Work must speak to issues associated with victimization and/or recovery, this year's theme of "Extending the Vision:
Reaching Every Victim," the need to advocate for victims, and/or a personal experience as a crime victim. Professional experience or an arts background is not a pre-requisite, though we welcome submissions from local artists and art students.

Guidelines:
* Participants must be at least 18 years of age.
* At least one image of the work should be e-mailed to stlncvrw@gmail.com no later than March 22. Images must be saved as a JPEG and sent as an attachment. E-mailed submissions should use "NCVRW Exhibit" as the subject line.
* Given the limited space, submitted works must be no larger than 16x20 inches. Work must be flat and framed or on stretched canvas and ready to hang. Exceptions will be made only at the planning committee's discretion.
* Limited assistance with framing costs may be available. Please note in your submission whether your work is already framed or you are in need of assistance.
* Submissions must include a title and a short summary of the work. If you feel more comfortable doing so, we are able to exhibit it under the name of "Anonymous." Professional artists and students should submit a CV with, if applicable, the name of your representative gallery. If the work is available for purchase after the show, please note where interested parties can contact you.
* You will receive a confirmation e-mail within two weeks of your submission. You will receive later notification if your piece is chosen as part of the exhibition.

For more information, or if you have any questions, please contact Jessica Meyers, Crime Victim Advocacy Center at 314-289-5654 or Vara Lyons, Circuit Attorney's Office at 314-589-6953.

Call for Work: Deadline early-mid January 2012

Artthngs is accepting artists for our first exhibit of the new year, Freshly Brewed. Opening reception will be Saturday, February 4, 6-9pm. Additional viewing shall be by appointment. Contact: artthngs@hotmail.com or phone 314.436.9374. Exhibit closes March 10, 2012.

This is a no theme exhibit. Open to all, all media, will consider installations. Video is a possibility. We will exhibit 4 works by each artist. If we don’t know each other send us some examples or send us to a site where we can view your art. Art needs to be ready to hang. Nothing to be hung from ceiling. If appropriate we may hang Salon style. We are unable provide tables or pedestals. Artists to provide tags for their art, one attached to the back and one for the wall. We provide the snacks and beverages, (adult and non). Exhibit to be held in the four unique glass enclosed gallery spaces in the Syndicate Building, 915 Olive Street, 4th and 5th floors. Art drop off Sunday, January 29, 2-4 pm or Monday, January 30, 6-8pm. Art pick-up Sunday March 11, 2-4 pm or Monday, March 12, 6-8pm. Cost to accepted artists: $30.00 with no commission. Freshly Brewed is a show at your own risk exhibit.

Call for Work: Deadline 15 March (early entry discount 19 January 2012

"Fading Light" Juried Photo Competition

Open to Interpretation is now calling on photographers to submit images for consideration in a juried book competition.

Project Details
Open to Interpretation is a collaborative book project bringing together photographers, poets and writers. Each book begins with a themed call for photos. The chosen photos become the literary inspiration for the writers' submissions. A book is created that matches each winning photo with two stories or poems that offer different interpretations of the image. The unique collaboration adds new dimensions to both the photos and the written word.

Book Title: Open to interpretation
Theme: Fading Light
Juror: George Slade, Principal at re: photographica
Submission Fee: $40 for 5 images, $10 each additional
Deadline for submission: March 15, 2012
Early Entry: $10 discount if submitted by January 19, 2012
Results Announced: March 30, 2012

Awards
$300 Judge's Selection Award

Judge
George Slade has provided fine photographic artists and their audiences with insightful interpretation and curatorial expertise in exhibitions, classes, writings, lectures, and face-to-face exchanges for over 25 years. Formerly the artistic director of Minnesota Center for Photography, the director of the McKnight Artist Fellowships for Photographers Program, and recently the curator at the Photographic Resource Center in Boston, George is a veteran presence at portfolio review events like Fotofest, Photolucida, Critical Mass, PhotoNOLA, and the Society for Photographic Education's regional and national conferences. In the last three years he juried regional and national exhibitions for the Coalition of Photographic Arts (Milwaukee), New Directions 2009 at the Wallspace Gallery (Seattle), the 2011 Clarence John Laughlin Award at the New Orleans Photographic Alliance, the New England Photography Biennial at the Danforth Museum of Art (Framingham, MA), and IRevelar at the Naomi Silva Gallery in Atlanta. George received a 2007 award from the Creative Capital/Andy Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant Program; his writings and reviews appear extensively in print and online; some may be found at his web site, re:photographica. He lives in Minneapolis with his partner Stephanie and their children.

Entries are submitted online at http://www.open2interpretation.com/submit_fading_light.html

For more information, visit the Open to Interpretation website,
Tel: 651-312-0113
info@open2interpretation.com

Editorial Photography still open

Jennifer Silverberg's course in Feature Photography still has open seats, but don't delay in signing up! It's PHOT 3760, Topics in Editorial Photography, Wednesday evenings 5:30-8:30.

Call for Work: Deadline 6-8 January 2012

Beyond the Lens VI is Framations' sixth annual juried photography exhibition. Juried from walk-in entries, this exhibit offers photographers from the St. Louis region an opportnity to exhibit their work on Historic Main Street.

Jan 13 - Feb 16, 2012
Opening Reception Jan 13: 6-8 pm, Awards at 7pm

Entries due: Jan 6, 7, and 8.
Entry Fee: Artists may submit up to three works for a non-refundable entry fee of $8.00 per piece.

Juror: Olivia Lahs-Gonzales, director of the Sheldon Art Galleries Please read FULL entry details on our website at http://www.framations.com/btlvi.html

Call 636-724-8313 with questions, we are open Tues - Sat 10-6 and Sun 12-5.

Sarah Merideth
Framations Custom Framing and Art Gallery
218 North Main Street
St Charles, MO 63301
636-724-8313 Phone
636-724-8310 Fax
www.framations.com
samerideth@sbcglobal.net

Call for Work: Deadline 2 January 2012

MySLART.org is looking for 33 artists to exhibit their work at our "33January" art exhibit in Webster Groves. This weekend show includes an opening reception Friday, January 20, from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. And will also be open to the public on Saturday, January 21, from 10 am to 5 pm.

Artists are invited to submit three works each in any medium or mixed media. For works submitted to be hung on the wall, each artist is limited to 6’ feet of horizontal wall space for the three works. For sculpture, each artist is limited to an area 6' square. Pedestals (if required) are supplied by the artist.

We're also looking for one of the artists to paint, sculpt, pot, or whatever, live from 5:30pm to 10pm at the opening reception. A performance artist would also be welcome to apply.

MySLART.org charges no gallery commissions on any sales of your work, you keep 100%. But there is a $30 entry fee per accepted artist (not per work). There is no fee for submitting your work.

Three artists accepted for this show will be selected for Best of Show award, Second Place award, and Third Place award. Those winners will receive a $75, $50, or $25 gift certificate from Llywelyn's Pub. Additionally, the top four artists, as voted by visitors to the opening reception, will also each receive a bottle of Mount Pleasant wine from its Estate series.

Deadline for received submissions is Monday, January 2. But don’t delay submitting. Submissions will be reviewed as received and accepted or rejected only until we have 33 artists accepted. 9 artist slots are already taken.

To submit your work for review, send an email to MySLART@live.com with photos of your three works (in the JPG file format) as attachments. In your submission please include your phone number(s) and the title and size of each work to be exhibited.

Call for Work: Deadline 8 January 2012

Call for Artists Entries at Framations
Sixth Annual Juried Photography Exhibit

ST. CHARLES, MO., Dec 17, 2011 - Framations Art Gallery invites artists to enter "Beyond the Lens VI: A Photography Exhibition". Juried from walk-in entries, this exhibit offers photographers from the St. Louis region an opportnity to exhibit their work on Historic Main Street. The exhibit will be on display Jan 13 - Feb 16, 2012. Entries will be due on site Jan 6 and 7: 10-6 and Jan 8: 12 - 5.

Artists may print and fill out the entry form in advance or fill out at the gallery. Visit Framations.com and follow the directions on the Call for Entry page for more information. The Entry form will be available approximately 1 week before the entries are due. There will be some cash awards, to be given out at the Opening Reception on January 13 from 6-8 pm. Artists may submit up to three works for a non-refundable entry fee of $8.00 per piece. The Juror for this exhibit will be Olivia Lahs-Gonzales, the director of the Sheldon Art Galleries in St. Louis. Lahs-Gonzales curates exhibitions, directs educational programs, and assists in fundraising for six gallery spaces devoted to photography, architecture, jazz history, St. Louis artists and collections, and children's art. Please visit the website or the gallery for the complete details, including size requirements.

For more information, visit www.framations.com. You may also call (636) 724-8313 with questions.

218 North Main Street,
St. Charles, MO 63301
framations@earthlink.net
http://www.framations.com/

Call for Work: Deadline 24 February 2012

"Food, Glorious Food"
Deadline for entries: 5 p.m., February 24, 2012

Artworks submitted for this juried exhibit should be about or deal with the theme of food and/or beverages, including growing & harvesting food, dining & drinking. All styles, techniques & interpretations are encouraged.

EXHIBITION SPACE & DATES
Art Saint Louis North Gallery in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Exhibit dates: April 16-May 23, 2012. Presented concurrently with "Honor Awards 2012" exhibit. Opening reception Saturday, April 14, 6-9 p.m.

DEADLINE
The deadline for entry for this exhibit is 5 p.m. February 24, 2012. All entries must be delivered by mail or in-person and received by this date

ELIGIBILITY
Open to artists 21 years of age and older living in the St. Louis, Missouri region or surrounding 200-mile radius. Chicago, IL and Kansas City, MO are not eligible.

SPECIFICATIONS
Artists may submit up to 2 original artworks in all styles & all media*. *NO ceiling installed work. *NO works that are nailed, pinned, tacked, taped, velcroed, painted on, or affixed directly to/on Gallery walls. 2-d works must be framed or pre-approved presentation. No loose plexi that is clipped or nailed to wall. 3-d, over-sized or installation works must be installed by artist under direction of ASL Gallery Director. 3-d works that are extremely fragile, unstable or do not sit flat on a pedestal are discouraged. Video or works that require electricity: Artist must provide all equipment necessary to present artwork, including cords, DVD player, monitor, etc. Work must be completed in the last two years (2010-2012). Works not previously exhibited in any exhibit in the Art Saint Louis Gallery. Works not exhibited in any juried exhibit in the St. Louis region October 2011-February 2012.

SIZE LIMITS & PRICING
All artworks submitted for this exhibit should not exceed 12" in any direction, including frame. All artworks in this exhibit must be for sale and priced under $300.

JURORS
Allyson Mace, Publisher and Founder, Sauce Magazine, St. Louis, MO; and Linda Pilcher, owner, Something Elegant Catering, food stylist & artist, St. Louis, MO.

ALLYSON MACE
Allyson created & financed Sauce Magazine from her South City apartment a decade ago to help elevate the culinary community she had worked in for many years prior to the inception of the magazine. Allyson has always been fascinated by food and the publishing industry (her father was a lifelong multi-city newspaper publisher, and her mother currently owns and operates The St. Genevieve Herald). While juggling multiple restaurant jobs, she developed an online magazine and restaurant guide in 1999. She launched Sauce in print in 2001 with her (former) partner. Since that time, the Sauce brand has evolved into several ancillary products that serve & elevate the food loving community in St. Louis.

In February 2010, Allyson became the sole owner of Sauce Magazine and all its respective trademarks under her company, Bent Mind Creative Group, LLC. In June 2011, Allyson was named to the "Most Influential Women In Business" list by the St. Louis Business Journal. She was also selected to serve on the prestigious STL Women In Media Panel representing print media.

A native New Yorker, Allyson currently resides in South City and has long since considered St. Louis her home. She is an alum of The University of Missouri, St. Louis. She is an avid photographer and a fan and supporter of the local arts community. She enjoys great wine, conversation and road trips in her 1966 Airstream with friends and her dog, Winnifred.

LINDA PILCHER
Linda writes: "My college major was anthropology, but I minored in art. My favorite media were painting, drawing, and printmaking. I moved to Boston after college, and my first job was secretary to the Curator of Textiles at The Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The best part of the job was the opportunity to inventory their collection-from Coptic cloth to costumes.

I have owned Something Elegant Catering since 1984, which has increased my appreciation of not only the taste of food, but also the visual presentation of food. In 2000, I apprenticed with two of the leading food stylists in St. Louis, which was an incredible opportunity. I am now the principal video food stylist for Schnucks Markets. I also provide food styling services for other commercial video, film and print projects. I have worked with nationally known chefs and cookbook authors, including Bobby Flay, Lidia Bastianich, Rick Bayless, and Cat Cora for television appearances and special events in St. Louis."

Linda's educational background is in counseling. She earned a Ph.D. from Washington University in St. Louis in Counseling Psychology and was a practicing psychotherapist for 10 years, specializing in the treatment of eating disorders.

JURYING, FORMATTING & MATERIALS REQUIRED
Judging is done by JPEGs on CD only. No slides, e-mailed images, or photos. DVD only for video* or performance (save video as Quicktime file). Limit 2 JPEGs per artwork: 1 full view & either 1 detail OR alternate view. JPEGs on ONE CD that MUST be readable by both Mac & PC. JPEGs must be RGB Color, 300 dpi preferred. Rename JPEG file to correspond to image # on the entry form using the following format: lastname.image1.jpg (EXAMPLE: smith.image1). Include title of artwork on entry form. Include separate printed sheet with color or b/w thumbnail reference image of each artwork you are submitting for jurying. Do not include any unrelated files, folders or documents on CD. NO iPhoto folders. JPEGs only. Label CD with artist's full name and place in protective case. Submissions that do not comply with rules of entry will not be presented to the jurors. Entry form required with every entry.

Only entries received by 5 p.m. February 24, 2012 will be considered. Jury notifications will be e-mailed to all artists by March 7, 2012. Works selected for exhibition that are not accurately depicted by JPEGs may be removed from the exhibit at Director's discretion.

SALES & INSURANCE
Artworks are insured at 50% of retail value during exhibit. Artist responsible for work in transit to/from ASL. Works in this show must be for sale, not to exceed $300. All sales are through Art Saint Louis with 30% donation on work sold to ASL and 70% to artist. Artist responsible for delivery of sold work to buyer.

FRAMING & PRESENTATION
All work selected for exhibit must be delivered to Gallery ready to install. 2-d work must be framed & equipped with hanging wire stretched across back of artwork. NO saw tooth hangers or clip frames. Paintings may be framed, strip-framed or gallery-wrapped. No loose plexi that is clipped or nailed to wall. No works that are nailed, pinned, tacked, taped, velcroed, painted on, or affixed directly to/on Gallery walls. Video & works that require electricity: Artist must provide any cords, cord protectors & all equipment required to present work. Specific installation requirements must be resolved in advance with directions/devices provided by artist. Art Saint Louis reserves the right to install accepted works in a manner deemed necessary for a well-designed exhibition or for security purposes.

AWARDS & SALES
Two non-cash Awards of Excellence will be selected by the jurors for this exhibit. Award recipients will be eligible for our "Honor Awards 2013" exhibit (March-April). Only artists who receive Awards of Excellence in our 2012 exhibits are eligible for the "Honor Awards 2013."

ENTRY FEE
Entry fee is non-refundable and is for up to 2 artworks. Membership is not required for submission of artworks or acceptance in to any Art Saint Louis juried exhibition. $15/current ASL members; $25/non-members; $5 reduced entry fee with new $50 Artist level 1-year membership. Payable to Art Saint Louis. Submit fee with entry form, CD, image reference sheet, & SASE (for return of CD). Entry fee payable by cash, check or money order or online entry fee payable by PayPal available on ASL website.

ENTRY FORM
The entry form for this exhibit is required with all entries and is downloadable directly from our website here. Entries submitted without form will be returned to artist unprocessed. All entries require: entry form filled out in full, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, and printed image reference sheet.

DEADLINE / SEND ENTRY
5 p.m. February 24, 2012 is the deadline for ALL entries: mailed and hand-delivered. Hand-delivered entries must be during open Gallery hours: M & Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tue-F 10-5. Closed Sundays, holidays & between exhibits (closed between exhibits December 30-January 16). We highly recommend that you mail or deliver your entry before the entry deadline. Send/deliver entry fee, entry form, JPEGs on CD, image reference sheet to: "Food, Glorious Food," c/o Art Saint Louis, 555 Washington Ave., #150, St. Louis, MO 63101. Entries received after 5 p.m. February 24 will be returned to artists unprocessed.

VOLUNTEERING
As a non-profit artists' organization, Art Saint Louis relies on volunteer support to help present our exhibitions. For this exhibition, "Food, Glorious Food," all exhibiting artists are required to volunteer 2 hours (per artwork selected) of time and/or work to the production of this exhibit; artists may contribute food or paper goods for the opening reception (value $10/per artwork); or artists may buy-out volunteer time at $5/hour or $10/per artwork. Cash, contributions or in-kind goods or services are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law.

PUBLICITY
Art Saint Louis reserves the right to photograph all exhibited works for web use and publicity purposes. This exhibit is publicized and promoted on our web site, through e-blasts, on our Facebook page, in-print and online magazines & other magazines & publications, media resources, and more.

DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Artworks juried into this exhibition are to be hand-delivered by artist or representative to Art Saint Louis March 30-31, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and picked-up at the conclusion of the show, May 24-25, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exhibited artworks may not be removed from ASL prior to 10 a.m. May 24. ALL works must be removed from Gallery by 4 p.m. May 25. Gallery closed May 26-28.

ART SAINT LOUIS
Art Saint Louis is a non-profit artists' organization & gallery in downtown St. Louis, MO. For over 25 years, Art Saint Louis has worked to cultivate an appreciation for the role that visual artists play in our community. We fulfill our mission by creating and presenting original exhibitions, educational programming and support services to benefit artists and the community. Our proactive efforts help artists achieve professional success and reach new audiences. Art Saint Louis is a registered not-for-profit organization with the State of Missouri and has Federal 501 (c)(3) status. Learn more at www.artstlouis.org

QUESTIONS?
Robin Hirsch, Associate Director & Gallery Director, Art Saint Louis, robin@artstlouis.org.

C A L E N D A R

• Deadline for entry: Only entries received by mail or hand-delivered by 5 p.m. February 24, 2012 will be considered. This is not a postmark deadline--this is THE deadline.
• All entries* (*entry form filled out in full, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, printed image reference sheet) delivered or mailed to: "Food, Glorious Food," Art Saint Louis, 555 Washington Ave., #150, St. Louis, MO 63101
• Jurying Notifications: All entering artists will be e-mailed jury results by March 7, 2012.
• Accepted works delivered: to Art Saint Louis October March 30-31, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m..
• Install exhibit: April 4, 2012, 2-5 p.m.
• FREE Opening Reception: Saturday, April 14, 2012, 6-8 p.m.
• Exhibition Dates: April 16-May 23, 2012
• Pick-up exhibited works: May 24-25, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  

Exhibition opportunity

Madosky Chiropractic Center looking for artist to display

Dr. Madosky is looking for an artist to exhibit in his office on Big Bend. Please contact him directly at 314-645-8805 or wmadoskydc@aol.com

Blood Donation today, Monday, 5 December 2011

The Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center is seeking blood donations today in the Sunnen Lounge, now until 2:30 pm. Go save a life and get a free T-shirt too!

Dean Search Open Forum: Thursday, 1 December 2011

Help Us Pick The Next SOC Dean

As you may know, Dean Debra Carpenter is stepping down from her job as dean in June to return to the SOC faculty. A search committee has been created to locate and screen candidates for the next dean of the School of Communications. One of the first steps in this process is to get input from the school's various constituency groups. This input will be used to create a job description and provide guidance when candidates are screened and interviewed. Students like you are a very important part of the success of our school and we need your thoughts and suggestions about what qualities, attributes, and experience are preferred in the next dean of the school.

At noon, this Thursday, Dec. 1, in Sunnen Lounge we'll have an open forum for students to tell members of the search committee what they would like to see in the next dean. Please stop by and tell us what you think.

Members of the SOC Dean search committee come from all areas of the university. Representing the School of Communications on the committee are: Joe Schuster, chair and professor, Communications & Journalism Department, School of Communications; Jorge Oliver, chair and associate professor, Electronic/Photographic Media Department, School of Communications; Gary Ford, associate professor and director of Graduate Studies, Communications & Journalism Department, School of Communications; and Patty Senft, an undergraduate student.

Open Forum

Help Us Pick The Next SOC Dean

As you may know, Dean Debra Carpenter is stepping down from her job as dean in June to return to the SOC faculty. A search committee has been created to locate and screen candidates for the next dean of the School of Communications. One of the first steps in this process is to get input from the school's various constituency groups. This input will be used to create a job description and provide guidance when candidates are screened and interviewed. Students like you are a very important part of the success of our school and we need your thoughts and suggestions about what qualities, attributes, and experience are preferred in the next dean of the school.

At noon, this Thursday, Dec. 1, in Sunnen Lounge we'll have an open forum for students to tell members of the search committee what they would like to see in the next dean. Please stop by and tell us what you think.

Members of the SOC Dean search committee come from all areas of the university. Representing the School of Communications on the committee are: Joe Schuster, chair and professor, Communications & Journalism Department, School of Communications; Jorge Oliver, chair and associate professor, Electronic/Photographic Media Department, School of Communications; Gary Ford, associate professor and director of Graduate Studies, Communications & Journalism Department, School of Communications; and Patty Senft, an undergraduate student.

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El Salvador short-term study abroad class (Spring II + travel experience)

Bordering the North Pacific Ocean, between Guatemala and Honduras, El Salvador is the smallest and most densely populated country in Central America. If a picture is worth a thousand words, an international immersion is priceless. Students of all academic backgrounds can embrace this opportunity to learn about the beautiful country and people of El Salvador, and their fascinating yet tragic history that includes a bloody civil war of the 1980s in which 50,000 people lost their lives. Following decades of perseverance, Salvadorans continue to rebuild their country and their lives.

What is the immersion?
The El Salvador Immersion is a hybrid course that takes you to the place you’ll be learning about, and is designed by Webster faculty from various disciplines to engage you in many perspectives Take this course and earn (3) credits towards your degree. For School of Communications students, this is a Category II General Education course. Coursework includes online work, and travel experience in El Salvador.

Why should I go?
Get out of the classroom, and go abroad! This immersion experience with IPM will last a lifetime. Contact the Office of Study Abroad for information and to apply.

POLT 2550/ISTL 2450	instructor: Kim McGrath
(3) Credits, Spring II	mcgratki@webster.edu
with El Salvador summer immersion	314-246-7603

More information: http://www.webster.edu/studyabroad/short/el_salvador_2012.shtml

International Education Expo: Friday, 18 November 2011

INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION EXPO
and
STUDY ABROAD PECHA KUCHA

Friday, November 18
University Center

Explore International Education opportunities at Webster and mingle with international educators at our networking breakfast!

You are invited to attend the first ever International Education Expo THIS FRIDAY. Explore International Education opportunities available at Webster University throughout the day. Start the day by mingling with international educators at our networking breakfast. Gather information from booths featured at the Expo, highlighting each of our international campuses, study opportunities for international languages and cultures, international business internships, and much more! Enjoy images of student travels and hear from students about their experiences studying abroad at the Study Abroad Pecha Kucha. Finally, don't forget the great door prizes!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
9:30 am Explore Your World: Networking
10:30 am Expo Welcome by President Stroble
10:30 am- 12 pm International Education Expo
12:00pm Study Abroad Pecha Kucha
1:30pm Door Prizes
2:00 - 2: 30 pm International Education Expo

For more on International Education Week, visit http://blogs.webster.edu/mcisa

2012-2013 Resident Assistant selection

Housing and Residential Life are in the process of promoting the Resident Assistant Selection for 2012-2013. They want to make sure students in the School of Communications are aware of the RA Selection Process. RAs play a significant role in building community among residents in on-campus housing, and Housing and Residential Life has no doubt that many of the students in your academic discipline possess the necessary skills to be successful in this endeavor. The Info Sessions (which are required for a student to receive an application) are coming up on Sunday, November 13, and Wednesday, November 16 (details below).

PERKS OF THE JOB
Consider the following perks of becoming a Resident Assistant:

• Meet new people
• Develop leadership skills
• Plan fun events
• Build your resume with transferable skills in communication, critical thinking, emergency response, conflict resolution, administrative tasks, and more
• Free housing and a stipend
  

INFO SESSIONS
Anyone who would like to be a Resident Assistant, or who wants to learn more about what the RA job entails, should attend one of our upcoming Info Sessions. The Info Session is required in order to pick up an application.

• Sunday, November 13, 8pm, WVA Clubhouse
• Wednesday, November 16, 4:30pm, WVA Clubhouse
• Wednesday, January 18, 9:30pm, UC Sunnen Lounge
  

If you cannot attend an RA Info Session, you must schedule a meeting with Katie Knetzer to go over the information.

TIMELINE
EARLY PROCESS
If a student will be studying abroad in the Spring 2012 semester but wants to be considered for an RA position, he/she must go through the Early Process:

• Tuesday, November 29, 2011: Early Process Applications Due in the WVA Clubhouse Office before 5:00 pm
• Thursday, December 1, 2011: Early Process Individual Interviews
• Friday, December 2, 2011: Early Group Process from 2-5pm
  

REGULAR PROCESS

• Tuesday, January 31, 2012: Completed Applications DUE in the WVA Clubhouse Office before 5:00PM
• Friday, February 10, 2012: Group Process Interviews from 1-4pm or 5-8pm
• February 12-15, 2012: Individual Interviews
  

Friday, February 17, 2012: Hiring Notifications Emailed to all Candidates

For more information, go to the main housing website, webster.edu/housing, and click on the link, or contact Katie Knetzer, Assistant Director, Housing and Residential Life, at mccombka@webster.edu or 314-246-2031.

Call for Work: Deadline 18 November 2011

"Memory" juried exhibit
Deadline for entries: 5 p.m., November 18, 2011

MEMORY
Works submitted for this juried exhibit should explore the theme of memory. All interpretations are encouraged.

EXHIBITION SPACE & DATES
Presented in Art Saint Louis' main gallery at 555 Washington Avenue, #150 in downtown St. Louis, Missouri. Exhibition dates: January 16-February 23, 2012. Opening reception Saturday, January 21, 6-8 p.m.

DEADLINE
The deadline for entry for this exhibit is 5 p.m. November 18, 2011. This is NOT a postmark deadline. We prefer that you mail your entry before the deadline, however, entries may be mailed OR hand delivered, as long as hand-delivered items are made during regular Gallery hours (M 10-4, Tu-F 10-5, Sat. 10-4). Entries received after 5 p.m. November 18 will be returned to artist unprocessed.

ELIGIBILITY
Open to artists 21 years of age and older living in the St. Louis, Missouri region or surrounding 200-mile radius. Chicago, IL and Kansas City, MO are not eligible.

SPECIFICATIONS
Artists may submit up to two (2) original artworks in all styles, techniques & all media*. *NO ceiling installed work. *NO works that are nailed, tacked, taped, tacked, velcroed, painted on, or affixed directly to/on Gallery walls. 3-d, over-sized or installation works must be installed by artist under direction of ASL Gallery Director. 3-d works that are extremely fragile, very small, unstable, or do not sit flat on a pedestal are discouraged. Video & works that require electricity: if selected for exhibit, it is the artist's responsibility to provide all equipment (cords, cord protectors, monitor, DVD player, etc.) necessary to present & view the work while on exhibition.

All work must be completed in the last two years (2009-2011). Works may not have been previously exhibited in any exhibition in the Art Saint Louis Gallery. Works may not have been exhibited in any juried exhibition in the St. Louis region in the past 6 months. Size limits: artwork must fit through standard sized double doors. Final installation size not to exceed 10' high and/or 15' wide.

JURORS
Patty Heyda, artist, Assistant Professor, Washington University, Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts, St. Louis, MO; and Winifred E. Newman, architect, Associate Professor, Florida International University in Miami, and Principal, Architect of Record, LLC, St. Louis, MO.

JURYING MATERIALS
Judging is done by JPEGs on CD only. Submit work on 1 CD that is readable by both Mac and PC. No multiple CDs. No slides, e-mailed images or photos. Make sure that you take excellent digital photographs of your artwork. Please photograph all 2-d artwork before you frame it. DVD or video only for film & performance only (QuickTime format or similar small-sized file preferred).

Limit 2 artworks. Limit 2 JPEGs per artwork: 1 full view and either 1 detail OR alternate view. JPEGs on ONE (1) CD that MUST be readable by both Mac & PC. Jpegs must be RGB Color, 300 dpi preferred, minimum 800 pixels. Title each jpeg file to correspond to image # on the entry form using the following format: yourlastname.image1 (i.e. smith.image1.jpg). Please do NOT add an extra .jpg extension to your image title. ONLY include the JPEGs of the artworks that you are submitting for jurying on your CD--please do not include any other artworks or files on your CD.

Include separate printed reference sheet with color or b/w thumbnail reference images of each artwork on the CD. Do not include any unrelated files, folders or documents on CD--your CD should ONLY have JPEGs of the works you are submitting for jurying and nothing else. Please test run your CD before you send it in to make sure that it will open. Label CD with artist's full name (use a Sharpie marker) and place in protective case or cardboard for mailing. Entry form required & must accompany all entries. Submissions that do not comply with rules of entry will not be presented to the jurors and will be returned to artist unprocessed. Only entries received by 5 p.m. November 18, 2011 will be considered. Entries received after this date/time will be returned to artist unprocessed.
"Memory" graphic design by Craig Newsom.

SALES & INSURANCE
Artworks are insured at 50% of retail value during exhibit. Artist responsible for work in transit to/from ASL. All sales are through Art Saint Louis with 30% donation on work sold to ASL and 70% to artist. Artist responsible for delivery of sold work to buyer.

FRAMING & PRESENTATION
All work selected for exhibition must be delivered to the Gallery ready to install. 2-d work must be framed (or approved alternative) and equipped with hanging wire stretched across back of artwork. Paintings may be gallery-wrapped or strip-framed. NO sawtooth hangers or clip frames. 3-d, oversized or installation works must be installed by artist under direction of ASL Gallery Director. Video or works with electricity: artist must provide all equipment necessary to present the work. Specific installation requirements must be resolved in advance with directions/devices provided by artist. Art Saint Louis reserves the right to install accepted works in a manner deemed necessary for a well-designed exhibition or for security purposes. Works selected for exhibition that are not accurately depicted by the JPEGs submitted for jurying may be removed from the exhibit at Director's discretion.

AWARDS & SALES
Five non-cash Awards of Excellence will be selected by the juror for this exhibit. Award recipients will be eligible for our "Honor Awards 2013" curated exhibit (April 15-May 16, 2013).

ENTRY FEE
Entry fee is non-refundable. $20/current Art Saint Louis members; $30/non-members; $5 reduced entry fee with new $50 Artist level 1-year membership to Art Saint Louis. All checks payable to Art Saint Louis. Submit fee with entry form, CD, image reference sheet, & SASE (for return of CD). Payable by cash, check or money order or online entry fee payable by PayPal available on ASL website.

ENTRY FORM
The entry form for this exhibit is required with all entries and is downloadable directly from our website here. Entries submitted without form will be returned to artist unprocessed. All entries require: entry form, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, and image reference sheet.

DEADLINE
The deadline for entry for this exhibit is 5 p.m., November 18, 2011. This is not a postmark deadline--all entries must be in our possession by 5 p.m., November 18. We prefer that you mail your entry before the deadline, however, entries may be mailed OR hand delivered, as long as it is during regular Gallery hours (M 10-4, T-F 10-5, Sat. 10-4). Entries received after 5 p.m. November 18 will be returned to artist unprocessed.

RECEIPT OF YOUR JURYING MATERIALS:
All entries that are submitted/received by the deadline will be processed and shown in a digital image presentation to our exhibit jurors in early December.

Due to time limitations, we are not able to send notices to artists to let you know that your entry has been received by Art Saint Louis, so please just assume that your entry has been received. If you are concerned that your entry did not make it to us, please email robin@artstlouis.org and she will confirm receipt.

NOTIFICATIONS
All artists who entered the exhibit will be notified of jurying results by email by end of day, December 6, 2011. Notification will be sent by robin@artstlouis.org.

VOLUNTEERING
As a non-profit artists' organization & Gallery, Art Saint Louis relies on volunteer assistance to help run the Gallery, work at opening receptions, and much more. All exhibiting artists are required to volunteer a minimum of 4 hours (per artwork selected) of time and/or work to the production of this exhibit; or artists may buy-out their volunteer time at $5/hour.

PUBLICITY
Art Saint Louis reserves the right to photograph all exhibited works for web use and publicity purposes. The exhibit will be promoted on our website, on social media such as Facebook and Twitter, and and & all other resources we have at our disposal to publicize this exhibit.

DELIVERY & PICK-UP
Artworks juried into this exhibition are to be hand-delivered by artist or representative to Art Saint Louis January 3-7, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All works accepted for exhibit must be in ASL Gallery by 4 p.m., January 7. Exhibited works are to be picked-up at the conclusion of the show, February 24-25 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Exhibited artworks may not be removed from ASL prior to 10 a.m. February 23. ALL works must be removed by artist or artist representative from Gallery by 4 p.m. February 25.

ART SAINT LOUIS
Art Saint Louis is a non-profit artists' organization & gallery in downtown St. Louis, MO. For over 25 years, Art Saint Louis has worked to cultivate an appreciation for the role that visual artists play in our community. We fulfill our mission by creating & presenting original exhibitions, educational programming and support services to benefit artists and the community. Our proactive efforts help artists achieve professional success and reach new audiences. Art Saint Louis is a registered not-for-profit organization with the State of Missouri and has Federal 501 (c)(3) status. Learn more at www.artstlouis.org

QUESTIONS?
Robin Hirsch, Associate Director & Gallery Director, Art Saint Louis, robin@artstlouis.org.

C A L E N D A R

• Deadline for entry: Only entries received by 5 p.m. November 18, 2011 will be considered.
• All entries* (*entry form, entry fee, JPEGs on CD, image reference sheet) to: "Memory," Art Saint Louis, 555 Washington Ave., #150, St. Louis, MO 63101
• Jurying Notifications: All entering artists will be e-mailed jury results by December 6, 2011.
• Accepted works delivered: to Art Saint Louis January 3-7, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Install exhibit: January 11, 2012, 2-6 p.m.
• FREE Opening Reception Saturday, January 21, 2011, 6-8 p.m.
• Exhibition Dates: January 16-February 23, 2012
• Pick-up exhibited works: February 24-25, 2012, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
  

LOCATION, PARKING & TRANSIT
Art Saint Louis is located at 555 Washington Avenue in the heart of downtown St. Louis (on Washington Avenue between Broadway & 6th Street). Please enter the Gallery through our front doors on Washington Avenue. The entryway is marked by two beautiful artist-designed Art Saint Louis banners.

There are several parking garages & surface lots near Art Saint Louis. Download a free Downtown Parking Guide here. The Gallery is also easily accessible by MetroLink with the Convention Center Station at 6th & Washington mere steps away from our front door.

Art Saint Louis | 555 Washington Avenue, #150 | St. Louis | MO | 63101

SPE Conference Scholarship: Deadline December 2011

The Midwest Region of the Society for Photographic Education would like to offer (2) Undergraduate, (1) Graduate and (1) Adjunct instructor a $500 travel scholarship and full conference fee waiver to attend the 2012 National Society for Photographic Education Conference: Intimacy and Voyeurism: The Public / Private Divide in Photography, March 22-25, 2012 in San Francisco, CA.

The application deadline is December 5, 2011. To review the guidelines, please click here for the informational pdf.

Alexia Foundation Competition: Deadline 5 December 2011 - 1 February 2012

The Alexia Foundation offers help to provide the financial ability for students to improve their knowledge and skills of photojournalism and to increase their own knowledge and understanding of other cultures. Note the student category of the Alexia Foundation’s annual photography grant competition, and to invite you to consider participating.

The Alexia Foundation sponsors this competition to help fund the work of professional and student photographers who want to produce a body of work that contributes to world peace, social justice, and cross-cultural understanding. In today’s world, this type of photography takes on a certain urgency and resonance. We believe our competition helps support the work of documentary journalism to create positive social change and address many of the world's urgent problems.

You can get more information by going to http://alexiafoundation.org/rules/student

Call for Work: Deadline 30 October 2011

The $100 Show
Call for Art — "The $100 Show"

The Soulard Art Market (SAM) and Contemporary Gallery is calling for submissions to "The $100 Show," a juried exhibition of any medium priced at $100 (or less) for the holiday season. "The $100 Show" runs from November 11, 2011, through January 6, 2012, and each artist may submit up to three original works. Artwork displayed in prior years may not be submitted.

Exhibition Theme: "The $100 Show" features any medium of artwork which would make great gifts for the holidays. For this show, the work may be purchased immediately and taken home.

Submission Guidelines:
- No more than 3 Pieces of work to be juried.
- Framed 2D artwork must be ready for hanging (no saw tooth hangers). Wire should be attached.
- Unframed "gallery wrapped" canvasses are acceptable.
- Sculpture should be no larger than 6 feet. Artists may need to provide their own pedestals.
- All artwork for consideration MUST be submitted via JPEG/JPG image.
- File size for each work cannot exceed 500kb and must be attached in jpg (jpeg) format.
- File Name should be named as such: Artists Name_Artwork title_Dimensions.jpg
Example of File Name: (John Smith_Artwork 1_16x20.jpg).
- Late entries after the closing date of submission will NOT be accepted, no exceptions.
- Artists must be willing to have their artwork filmed or included in any press releases, articles, or other publications as seen fit by the show curators.

Visit our website and use our submission form to enter your work into the show: www.SoulardArtMarket.org Go to OPEN CALLS and click SUBMISSION FORM.

Note: if you receive an "error" message immediately after you submit, it probably went through. You will receive a confirmation of receipt from us within 24 hours, if you don't receive that, then resubmit.

Dates:
Electronic submissions by Sunday, October 30, 2011, at 5:00 p.m.
Electronic accepted artist notification by Monday, October 31, 2011.
If accepted, drop off: Saturday and Sunday, November 5 & 6, 12:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Opening reception:. Friday, November 11, 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.
Pick up: Saturday and Sunday, January 7 & 8, 2012, 12:30 – 6:00 p.m.

Submission is FREE! Accepted artists must submit an operational costs' fee of $30. There will be no commission; artists will retain 100% of sales. We look forward to seeing your art in the upcoming exhibition.

Networking Workshop: 2 November 2011

UPCOMING NETWORKING WORKSHOP FROM CAREER SERVICES

Wednesday, 11/2/2011, 4:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.
University Center Presentation Room

Networking doesn’t have to be a painful process where a bunch of people stand around in suits and talk about the Stock Market…many times, networking occurs in a variety of settings. This event by Career Services shares some tips on how to make this a more comfortable and beneficial experience.

After attending this event, you will be able to describe the importance of networking, begin making and maintaining connections with professionals in your field of choice.

Any questions? Please call Career Services at 314-968-6982.

Call for Work: Deadline 25-27 November 2011

Simple Treasures is an exhibit about keeping it simple. There's no judge, no jury, no commission, no media restrictions, no theme. We are looking for giftable pieces (priced under $100) that you would like to display during the holiday season. This exhibit will be on display December 2 - Jan 5. The printable Prospectus can be found here.

The other part of this exhibit is the opportunity to have a reduced entry fee on each of your pieces if you donate items for our food drive benefiting St. Louis Area Foodbank. Food is such a simple part of our lives that so many of us take for granted. Each week, an estimated 57,100 people rely upon the St. Louis Area Foodbank for food assistance. In 2009, they distributed over 22 million pounds of food. Our food drive will begin on Oct 21 and continue through Dec 2. For each item you donate, you will receive on free entry into a drawing for a $100.00 Gift Certificate to Framations. Enter Often!


About the Exhibit:
◙ Work of any subject matter, there is NO theme
◙ Work that is priced $100.00 or less
◙ Work that is in any 2D or 3D medium. 3D pieces must fit on an 18" square surface
◙ 2D Work must be NO LARGER THAN 30 X 40 INCLUDING FRAME
◙ Work completed at any time – no time limit
◙ Original work not completed under mj, Instruction
◙ Work must be suitably framed, wired and ready to hang. Framations reserves the right to reject
work that is not properly prepared for hanging or is in any way unstable.

Awards This is Simply an exhibition opportunity for artists in our community and an opportunity to give a simple gift that helps to feed the community.

Opening Reception
Friday, December 2, 2011: 6-8pm
Gift Certificate drawing will be at 7pm

Submissions
Entries must be hand delivered to Framations during the dates and times specified in this prospectus:

Dates: Friday, Nov 25: 10-6
Saturday, Nov, 26: 10-6
Sunday, Nov 27: 12 - 5

Artists may print and fill out the entry form in advance (available in November) and bring to Framations with their artwork.

Entry Fee/Charitable Donation
Artists may submit up to three works for a non-refundable entry fee of $7.00 per piece. If artists choose to contribute to our Food Drive, the fee per entry will be reduced to $5.00 each for each non-perishable food item or toiletry donated. All food will be donated to St. Louis Area Foodbank.

Sales
Sales are encouraged. There will be no commissions on any work sold through this exhibition. All works must be clearly marked upon entry with price or designated NFS.

New Scholarships Available For Photojournalists Returning To School

The National Press Photographers Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of new scholarship money for photojournalists who have returned to school. NPPF president Mike Smith said the funds are being made available through the Foundation, the National Press Photographers Association, and a grant from the Author’s Coalition of America.

"If you are a photojournalist with three years experience and your work has been published in newspapers, magazines or through agencies, and if you have returned to school in the past year, you are eligible to apply," Smith said.

“These scholarships are particularly important now when so many photographers have been forced to learn new skills just to keep their jobs, much less find a new one. We are fortunate to have some money to support photographers who are trying to keep up with the head-spinning changes in their industry.”

Six grants of $4,000 each, called the NPPF-NPPA Career Expansion Scholarships, will be awarded this year.

The application deadline is November 15, 2011. Applicants must include a resume, completed application forms (which can be downloaded at http://nppf.org) and recommendation letters from their instructors.

Send your application materials to: Tom Hardin, NPPF vice president, 1622 Forest Hill Drive, Louisville, KY, 40205. Hardin can be contacted by eMail to answer questions about applying.

National Press Photographers Assoc. | 3200 Croasdaile Dr | Ste 306 | Durham, NC 2770

Call for Work: Deadline November 20114

MySLART.org is looking for 33 artists to exhibit their work at our "33November" art exhibit in Webster Groves. This weekend show includes an opening reception Friday, November 18, from 5:30 pm to 10 pm. And will also be open to the public on Saturday, November 19, from 10 am to 5 pm.

Artists are invited to submit three works each in any medium or mixed media. For works submitted to be hung on the wall, each artist is limited to 6’ feet of horizontal wall space for the three works. For sculpture, each artist is limited to an area 6' square. Pedestals (if required) are supplied by the artist.

MySLART.org charges no gallery commissions on sales of your work, you keep 100%. But there is a $30 entry fee per accepted artist (not per work). There is no fee for submitting your work.

Three artists accepted for this show will be selected for Best of Show award, Second Place award, and Third Place award. Those winners will receive a $75, $50, or $25 gift certificate from Llywelyn's Pub. Additionally, the top four artists, as voted by visitors to the opening reception, will also each receive a bottle of Mount Pleasant wine from its Estate series.

Deadline for received submissions is Friday, November 4. But don’t delay submitting. Submissions will be reviewed as received and accepted or rejected only until we have 33 artists accepted. 11 artist slots are already taken.

To submit your work for review, send an email to MySLART@live.com with photos of your three works (in the JPG file format) as attachments. In your submission please include your phone number(s) and the title and size of each work to be exhibited.