Über Lebenskunst: the Call For Future

Über Lebenskuns

Deadline: May 24, 2010

The two-year program Über Lebenskunst is underway with the Call For Future which marks the start of the joint project of the German Federal Cultural Foundation and the Haus der Kulturen der Welt in Berlin. This project aims to find groundbreaking initiatives for new models of ecologically sustainable living both in and for Berlin with partners from around the world. Up to 20,000 euros will be awarded to projects that convincingly bring together culture and sustainability and defy odds to put new ecological models for thought and action to the test for the 21st century. Email presse@ueber-lebenskunst.org with any inquiries.

N.M.A.S.S. New Media Art & Sound Summit

Church of the Friendly Ghost

Deadline: May 14, 2010

The Church of the Friendly Ghost has issued an open proposal call for music, performance, and art at N.M.A.S.S. Experimental music, video art, intermedia works, new music, progressive sound, bits, art pop, creative improvised music, graphic scores, alternate controllers, antler fancy, electronic expression, queerness, handmade devices, twee, fidget blip, doom construction, bayou skuzz, jazz, Wii core, glow core, neo fauxie, art damage, art dandyism, other, more, maximum. If you’re smiling by now you might want to submit a proposal to participate. HOW TO APPLY: To propose a piece, performance, or inclusion of your musical group, please submit via email a short resume, work samples, and a brief description of the piece you'd like to do by May 14th, 2010, to: churchofthefriendlyghost@gmail.com

Frieze Writer's Prize 2010

Frieze Magazine

Deadline: June 25, 2010

Frieze Writer's Prize was established in 2006 by frieze magazine to promote and encourage new critics from across the world.
This year, the prize will be judged by philosopher and critic Boris Groys; writer and novelist A.M. Homes and co-editor of frieze magazine Jörg Heiser.
• Entrants must submit one previously unpublished review of a recent contemporary art exhibition, approximately 700 words in length.
• Entries must be submitted in English, but may be a translation (this must be acknowledged).
• Entrants must be over 18 years old.
• To qualify, entrants may only previously have had a maximum of three pieces of writing on art published in any national or regional newspaper or magazine. Previous online publication is permitted.
• The winning entrant will be commissioned to write a review for the October issue of frieze and be awarded 2,000 GBP.
• Closing date is 25 June 2010.
• Entries should be emailed as a word attachment to writersprize@frieze.com. Please do not send images.
For more info click here.

New Art in Austin

Austin Museum of Art

Deadline: July 29, 2010

The Austin Museum of Art (AMOA) is accepting artists’ submissions for the exhibition "New Art in Austin," which will be on view at AMOA-Downtown from February 26 -May 22, 2011. The fourth in a triennial showcase, "New Art in Austin" introduces emerging and lesser-known artists from Central Texas whose work stretches the boundaries of contemporary art. A statewide curatorial review team will evaluate the work of local artists made over the past three years. Through this exhibition of cutting-edge work in a variety of media, and its accompanying catalogue, the museum seeks to create a dialogue about contemporary art in Austin and attract attention to artists within our community. Click here for Call Details and Application.

The Power Plant seeks Senior Curator

The Power Plant

Application Deadline: May 25, 2010

An employment opportunity exists at The Power Plant for a Senior Curator Programmes. Reporting to the Director, this position is responsible for implementing art and audience development programmes for gallery, including exhibitions, publications, public projects and audience engagement and education programmes. The ideal candidate will hold a post graduate qualification in Art History, Fine Arts, Art Education or a related discipline and have a minimum of 5 years programming and management experience in a contemporary art organization. Please send your resume and letter of interest quoting Job Reference #10F12-EF to:

Human Resources, 235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON M5J 2G8 CANADA
Fax (416) 973-1003
E-mail: jobs@harbourfrontcentre.com

The Creative Capital | Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant Program

Creative Capital | Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant Program

Deadline: Monday, June 7, 2010

The Creative Capital | Warhol Foundation Arts Writers Grant Program supports individual writers whose work addresses contemporary visual art through grants ranging from 3,000 to 50,000 USD. Writers who meet the program’s eligibility requirements are invited to apply in the following categories:
* Articles
* Blogs
* Books
* New and Alternative Media
* Short-Form Writing
For guidelines and additional eligibility requirements, please visit http://www.artswriters.org.

3,000 sq, ft. Space Available June 1

F L A T B E D

Mark and Katherine Fine arts center on the east side has a 3,000 sq, ft., premium space available June 1. Located in the center of a lively community of professional creatives in a remodeled warehouse, the HVAC space has 14 ft. ceilings, concrete floors, track lighting, and an office and storage. The center also includes a tenants' conference room, catering kitchen, and changing exhibitions of contemporary art. A metro station is nearby. For details and pricing, ask for Mark at 512.477.9328, ext. 30 or email mark@flatbedpress.com.

Museum of Natural and Artificial Ephemerata: Call for Loans

Museum of Natural and Artificial Ephemerata

Deadline: June 1, 2010

MNAE's next thematic show Underground will open early this
summer - they are currently seeking loaned objects (and their stories) that
fit the theme... Archaeological and fossil relics, crystals and guano,
political, mental, and aesthetic undergrounds of all kinds... To loan a
display, drop by with it during open hours or get in touch by June 1. For more information, click here.