Call for Work: Deadline 13 April 2011

Juried Exhibitions - Artists' Calls for Entry
Contemporary Narrative
Exhibition Dates: June 17 - July 29, 2011
Juror: Sara Paula Hoffman

A fiction novelist writes to create a world where the reader envisions the events within their mind. In this exhibition, artists must create work with a narrative quality through which their personal version of reality is conveyed to the viewer. Art typical of this genre may feature components working together to tell a story. Works of a literary sense might include the use of symbolism, or the creation of a unique setting and interactions between subjects. All works should be fictitious – a story completely invented by the artist. Contemporary Narrative is open to artists working in all media.

Awards: One $1000.00 award and four $250.00 awards
Dates to Remember:
Apr 13: Entry postmark
May 12: Notification of accepted work mailed
Jun 9: Deadline for receipt of shipped work
Jun 11 - 12: Deadline for hand-delivered work
Jun 17: Exhibition Opens
Jun 17: Friday Opening Reception 6-9
Jul 29: Exhibition Closes
Jul 30 - 31: Saturday & Sunday; Pick up hand-delivered work
Aug 4: Artwork shipped

For more information and entry form, click here

Gregor Heisler at Webster: Wednesday, 6 April 2011

Canon Explorers of Light is bringing extraordinary photographer Gregory Heisler to Webster University on the evening of Wednesday, 6 April. More details will be announced too, but clear your calendars!

Gregory Heisler is a New York-based photographer whose technical mastery and thoughtful responsiveness allow him to creatively interpret an unusually broad range of subjects.

He is perhaps best known for the more than fifty Time magazine cover portraits he has created, yet his trademark editorial portrait covers and essays for Life, Sports Illustrated, Gentlemen's Quarterly (GQ), Esquire, ESPN, House and Garden and The New York Times Magazine have also received wide acclaim. He has photographed award-winning advertising campaign's for American Express, Benson & Hedges, Dewar's Profiles, Nike, Merrill Lynch, and Zocor.

Gregory has been profiled in magazine articles in Esquire, Communication Arts, Life, and numerous industry periodicals. Among the kudos he has received are the ASMP Corporate Photographer of the Year Award (1986), the Leica Medal of Excellence (1988), the World Image Award (1991), and the Alfred Eisenstadt Award (2000).

While his principal focus is portraiture, Gregory's enthusiasm, curiosity, and drive bring him an unconventional range of projects. His love of the craft, manifested in his "hands-on" approach to every aspect of the photographic process, keeps him intimately involved in the creation of his imagery.

Career & Internship Fair Preparation Workshop: Wednesday, 16 February 2011

Career & Internship Fair Preparation Workshop

Loretta Moore, a recruiting professional with extensive experience, will explain the best techniques for making the Career & Internship Fair most beneficial. She will explain what employers are seeking in potential candidates as well as some of the most common mistakes made by students.

The first 20 students to arrive will receive a free gift.

When: Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Where: UC Sunnen Lounge

After attending this event, you will be able to:

• Become a strategic Career & Internship Fair attendee
• Approach employees with your 30-second commercial
  

Any Questions? Call 314-968-6982

Career & Internship Fair 2011
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
University Center, Grant Gymnasium

Scholarship opportunities

Webster University Sponsored Scholarships
School of Communications

Nancy Anne Underwood Photography Scholarship
$2000.00 (one award)
Offered to full-time Webster students majoring in photography in the School of Communications. Must be junior or senior status during the year of receipt and possess a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher. Must have FAFSA on file in Webster’s financial aid office.
Deadline: March 14, 2011

James H. Wilson II Endowed Memorial Scholarship
$1000.00 (one award)
Offered to students enrolled in the School of Communications full-time or part-time. Priority consideration is given to students who have lived in the St. Louis area for four years and who have demonstrated financial need.
Deadline: March 28, 2011

Elva Norman Memorial Scholarship
$1000.00 (one award)
Offered to full-time or part-time Communications Students. Must be a non-traditional female student over the age of 25 with junior or senior status.
Deadline: March 28, 2011

Application forms are available in the dean’s office – Sverdrup 126c. For questions about these and other scholarship opportunities, please contact Susan Napoleon – susannapoleon19@webster.edu or 314.968.7154

Call for Work: Deadline 24 February 2011

"The Edge of Excess II" is a juried exhibition open to all artists and media whose work is characterized by the excessive use of repetition. The duplication of any visual factor including mark-making, shape, symbolism, iconography, must be an integral part of the work.

Call for entries is online.

Important Dates:

• Feb 24 Entry postmark
• Mar 24 Notification of accepted work mailed
• Apr 29 Deadline for receipt of shipped work
• Apr 30&May 1 Deadline for hand-delivered work
• May 6 Exhibition Opens
• May 6 Friday Opening Reception 6-8
• Jun 10 Exhibition Closes
• Jun 11&12 Saturday & Sunday; Pick up hand-delivered work
• Jun 13 Artwork shipped
  

Questions? Email Melissa at Melissa@foundryartcentre.org

On-the-spot resume review

A well written resume helps you stand out from the competition as well as provides a good first impression to potential employers. Bring your resume to one of the four on-the-spot resume review sessions and receive advice from a career advisor.

When: Wednesday, February 9th
Time: 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Where: Commuter Lounge

When: Thursday, February, 10th
Time: 1:30 p.m. until 3:30 p.m.
Where: UC Commons

When: Wednesday, February 16th
Time: 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Where: WVA Clubhouse

When: Thursday, February 17th
Time: 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
Where: UC Commons

After attending this event, the students will be able to know the best way to format a resume and learn to target your resume for specific positions or industries.

Questions? Please call Career Services at 314-968-6982.

Dinner Invitation: Friday, 25 February 2011

Studio Altius Brew-Ha-Ha: Friday, 18 February 2011

PHOTOGRAPHY BREW-HA-HA
Studio Altius
Friday, February 18, 2011
6:30pm – 9:30ish

Come spend a relaxed evening at Studio Altius filled with social networking, photography discussion, and delightful beverages. This event is open to all levels of photographers. Come get connected with other photographers in town, learn about various topics in photography, bring some new images to show off, hey...even bring old equipment you are looking to unload, whatever floats your boat! Admission is $5 or a 6-pack of beer or a bottle of wine or five dollar's worth of snacks/soda.

This month's featured presenter is Christy Overton from Diversified Lab. She will be here showing off all of the amazing products that they offer