International Art Competitions - art contest for artists

Deadline: 12 May 2019

ALTROVE
Altrove is an open call for all the photographers that have explored the suburbs.
We use to think as suburbs as something that stands alongside, outside the centre, that stands altrove (italian for “elsewhere”). Actually they’re often the places of our daily routine: they’re the places of home, in which we live our intimacy, outside of the ever moving, never resting, urban jungle.
It is for this reason, and because of their decentered position, that the suburbs might end up being overlooked, silently sitting out of the spotlight, overshadowed by the pulsating professional, cultural and artistic heart of the city.
Suburbs: fields and factories, industrial and craft areas, but also residential areas; grey, tall and bare buildings or terraced house, fancy and refined townhouses. Nowadays suburb isn’t suburb anymore , but suburbs: a place no longer defined by a single shape, by the border’s or the edge’s pattern, but multi-faceted, fluid and ever changing.

We are searching for photographers able to offer a glance at suburbs, capable of capturing their expressiveness from a personal point of view, revealing one of the thousands shades of their essence.

The open call is open to photographers from already 18 to 35 years old.

Participants must apply just for one series linked to the suburbs theme, composed by a minimum of 5 to a maximum of 7 photos.

No entry fee

Details:
https://www.altroveopencall.com/en/home/home-eng/open-call-2/

Deadline: 14th June 2019


The Japan International MANGA Award was established in May 2007 upon the initiative of then Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Taro Aso, with the aim of awarding MANGA creators who contribute to the spread of MANGA culture overseas and international cultural exchanges through MANGA. The Award has been presented every year since then.

Among entries, the gold Award will be given to the best work and the Silver Awards to three other excellent works. The awardees will be invited to Japan by the Japan Foundation to attend the award ceremony. During their stay in Japan (approximately 10 days trip), they will also have the opportunity to exchange ideas with Japanese MANGA creators, visit publishing companies and make an excursion to local sites.

MANGA works:
- need to be composed ofmorethan 16pages.
- should be the ones which have been producedwithin the past three years(2016-2019)

Only one work may be submitted per applicant

No entry fee


Prizes
The Gold Award and the Silver Award winners will be invited to Japan to attend the award ceremony. During their stay in Japan (approximately 10 days trip), they will also have the opportunity to exchange ideas with Japanese MANGA creators, visit publishing companies and make an excursion to local sites.

Details:
https://www.manga-award.mofa.go.jp/index_e.html
https://www.mofa.go.jp/press/release/press4e_002413.html

Deadline: 24 May 2019

Signal Culture is an experimental media art residency located in Owego, New York. We are now accepting applications for our Artist, Researcher and Toolmaker in Residence program for the Summer/Fall 2019 season.

Artist In Residence Program
The Signal Culture Artist in Residence program offers time, space and studio access for artists in the field of experimental media art. The Artist Studio features a wide range of media tools, both new and old, for use in a real time audio/video/data processing system. Our philosophy is to create a space for experimentation and for artists to develop a dialogue with the range of tools available. As such, we do not expect artists to create finished works, rather we encourage our residents to spend time exploring conceptual and material practices. We do not accept undergraduate students or masters degree candidates.

Researcher In Residence Program
The Signal Culture Researcher in Residence program offers time, space and studio access for researchers in the field of experimental media art. Eligible applicants can be art historians, curators, critics, archivists, preservationists, writers who want to know more about media practices or artists who are spending time learning more about material or theoretical concerns surrounding media. This program also has access to the Toolmaker equipment, including a wide variety of electronic components, media devices, cameras and other items of interest.

In addition to time and space to conduct research, Signal Culture is building both online and on-site research centers to provide our residents with a variety of digital and printed materials. We provide free WiFi and computer access if you do not bring your own. We do not accept undergraduate students or Masters degree candidates.

Toolmaker in Residence Program

The Signal Culture Toolmaker in Residence program offers time, space and studio access for toolmakers in the field of experimental media art.

What is a toolmaker?

Eligible toolmaker applicants can include, but are not limited to hackers, circuit benders, software developers, engineers, and audio or visual instrument builders.

In addition, if you are an artist who is looking to figure out an interactive interface, design an installation environment, build a system of sensors or learn to program a specific piece of software for use in your art and you do not have a reason to use the artist in residence studio system, this is a good program for you.

The toolmaker studio offers access to a variety of spare parts, electronic components, IC’s, soldering equipment, Raspberry Pi computers, Arduino and Making Things boards, sensors, etc. There can be access to both Mac & PC computers available, but it is suggested that you contact us with specific questions if you require specialized equipment. We do not accept undergraduate students or Masters degree candidates.

In addition to the studios, resident spaces feature:

– Shared kitchen, common area, dining room and deck
– A private bedroom and work space
– Private bathroom for researcher/toolmaker residents, shared bathroom for artist residencies
– Shared fridge, pantry, kitchen appliances & dishes
– Shared library of printed, digital and time based media
– Easy access to shopping and events in Owego

Fee:
There is no fee for the residency, but you are responsible for your own transportation, food, and for all your expenses.

Details:
http://www.signalculture.org/apply.html

Deadline: soon (when publishing this opencall two spots were available)

Naked State is a 10-day residency to create artworks that explore the nude human body in context of nature, culture and art. For the duration of the residency, the artists and residency Facilitator live as *naturists (in the nude) within the naturist community of Bare Oaks Family Naturist Park to create works that explore questions such as: What is nudity? Does stripping away clothing rid us of class, gender, and personal expression?; Do the connections between our bodies and the land change when nude? Is nudity always sexual? What is the role of the nude in historical and contemporary art?; Is an animal with fur naked? Is it possible to be civil in the nude?; Is there a natural state for human being? Residents work individually or collaboratively to create artworks that explore these questions through media of their choice, such as photography, video, installation, drawing, painting, performance art, movement, sound art, written word, media art, etc. Naked State welcomes people in all walks of life into a creative journey of criticality thinking and self-discovery. Indigenous, people with disabilities, people of colour and diverse gender identifications are encouraged to apply.

This programmed residency is limited to 14 professional artists, who are encouraged to socialize and integrate with the Bare Oaks community at campfires, swimming, around the various park amenities, and through the creation of artworks. Artists work in a dedicated large shared workspace (the Outback common room, yurt or marquee), or may arrange to work in various public locations within the naturist community. The residency includes programming, facilitation, closing event, full use of park amenities and accommodation. This consists; facilitation by multimedia artist Teresa Ascencao, a public seminar on naturism by *Stéphane Deschênes, resident artist introductory talks, individual and facilitated group critiques, scheduled studio visits of artists’ studios, and plenty of studio time. There will be a closing event for artists to present works created during the residency, or works in progress. Artists individually chose to open their studio or formally present in exhibition format. The Bare Oaks naturist community is present at most Naked State events. At times, artists, curators and public visitors have also attended, and adhere to the park’s mandatory nudity policy.

Residency cost 
Starts at $800. Meals can be purchased separately at the onsite restaurant. Alternately, artists can prepare their own food in the small shared kitchen and over barbecues. Artists are responsible for their own transportation to Toronto and art materials, including projectors and speakers.

Details:
https://nakedstate.ca/apply/

Deadline: May 31, 2019


FOTOGRAF OPEN-CALL
ARCHEOLOGY OF EUPHORIA

Fotograf issues an open call for professionals, amateurs, and students who are invited to submit their photo projects that will be published in a printed issue of the Fotograf Magazine.
The projects may be related to this year’s theme of the festival and magazine, Archeology of euphoria, focused on transformation of society from totalitarian regime to capitalism. Projects that are not related to the topic, but represent a distinctly defined project of an independent and non-commercial character will be accepted as well.

Submission terms and conditions:
–  Project – images in one PDF file.
–  Text: the project description (max. 1 x A4), the author’s portfolio, and CV (including contact information).
–  Send your projects to email: info@fotografnet.cz and write “OPENCALL” in the email subject line.
–  Any email attachments must be properly identified – the file names should begin with your last name and then first name.
– The number of projects submitted by one author is not limited.

Entry fee:
EUR 20

Details:
https://www.facebook.com/events/273791750164993/
https://fotografmagazine.cz/en/produkt/opencall/

DEADLINE: 15th May, 2019

Artist Calling! We invite moving image artists from Asia and around the world to submit their best art through the Niio platform, for a unique opportunity to elevate their work into the international spotlight, as well as a chance to win a cash prize and a 4K art player.


Art-world professionals will review all entries and shortlist the most striking and original pieces that tell a story and ignite emotion. Shortlisted finalists will secure a coveted place in our exclusive Asia catalog, earning a unique opportunity to showcase their work to leading curators, collectors, art fans and at public art installations around the world. Selected works will be installed in a rotating international exhibition and will earn an opportunity to display their works commercially at screenings. This invaluable exposure could lead to limited edition sales and loans of their art.

We invite established and emerging artists, including recent art graduates and students (BA & MA) from Asia and around the world to submit artworks that support creativity at its most diverse.​

We are seeking original, thought-provoking and striking new media art for the following theme:
“Animated Nature”
Technical specifications and guidelines
Applicants can submit up to 5 artworks.
Each work must be a video / animation, up to 15 minutes in length.

No entry fee

Prizes:
1st place - will receive $4,000 plus a Niio 4k Art Player
2nd place - will receive $2,000 plus a Niio 4k Art Player
Those places 3rd, 4th, 5th  - will receive $500

Details:
https://www.niiolab.com/art-asia-awards

Deadline: 18 July 2019

OPEN CALL
Poggio del Moro Boutique Winery: DESIGN a wine bottle label


About Poggio del Moro:
Poggio del Moro is a young, driven international team of experts, creating top new-age wines. Our passion for life is retranslated into our organic and delicious wines: red, rosé and white chef d’oeuvres.

Poggio del Moro motto is – h o n e s t y.

Our work-ethic – mindfullness, quality and Creativity.

A holistic approach to grape&wine growth, is the way we honour Nature around us.

What you see is what you get: every day we are inspired by the Tuscan hills, fresh herbs air, by the giving Italian soil.

And what inspires you?

We search:
for a UNIQUE label concept for a series of 4 monotype wines.

We want to make a revolution in the wine world and become leaders in this highly competitive industry with YOUR Art representing us.

Participation policy:
Works are accepted from participants from every country in the world aged 18 and above.
Plaigirized entries will be at once cancelled from participation.

Tech info:
Further bottle information could be found in the photos attached.
Examples of existing bottle design could be found in the photos attached or go to our socials.

Bottle:
Material - glass
Height – 16cm
Width – 30cm
Weight – 500g

Accepted Media:
The point of the open-call is to gather stand out, unique visual art ideas. Therefore the use of unconventional media is wholely encouraged, baring in mind the design could be recreated in mass-production processes.

To note:
We look for revolutionary, unprecedented ideas.
To see what has been done so far, you can look at related pictures on resources such as Pinterest, Juxtapost, Piccsy and more.

A visual-art statement, the label is to capture attention.
It is not necessary for the label to fit in in the existing wine series’ style.

And we can’t wait to see how You bring your Art to life.

No entry fee

Prize:
- 3 weeks in Tuscany 1+1;
- wine-barrel SPA experience;
- an adventure in the middle-ages UNESCO-guarded castles;
- italian «vendemmia» experience in September;
- dinner with the hottest Italian sommelier;
- global fame with your designs being reproduced on the bottles over&over again.


Details and contact:
https://www.facebook.com/poggiodelmorowinery/
www.poggiodelmoro.it
info@poggiodelmoro.it