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Snohomish County Arts
Arts Together—A Creative Arts Festival
Seeking writers, artists, performers and non-profit arts organizations for Arts Together, a creative arts festival that celebrates all the arts, literary, visual and performing. Two-days of interactive fun showcasing the many diverse arts organizations, mediums, influences and resources available in the County. From Stanwood to Edmonds, Arts Together will feature the artists and non-profit arts organizations from around the county to create a unique festival experience that will draw visitors from across the region.
Deadline—April 30, 2008
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Edmonds Center for the Arts
Art of our Mothers—Open to all professional and amateur visual artists who are also mothers. Painting, drawing, photography, and sculpture accepted and subject matter does not need to be motherhood. Prizes will be awarded. Approximately 20 pieces will be exhibited in the main lobby of the new Edmonds Center for the Arts. This venue is a stunning Art Deco building in downtown Edmonds, Washington with performances attended by hundreds of patrons.
Deadline—March 28, 2008
Entry Form & Details
The Arts of Kenmore
10th Annual Kenmore Art Show—The 10th Annual Kenmore Art Show will be held August 23 – 31, 2008, with entries due Friday August 15, 2008 between the hours of 10 AM – 8 PM. Artist preview and Awards Ceremony, Friday August 22nd, 6 – 8 PM. Show is open to the public 2:30 – 8:30 PM, Aug 23 – 31. The venue will be Northlake Lutheran Church, 6620 NE 185th ST, Kenmore, WA as in the past. Last year 456 entries were recieved, 275 were showed, 33 items sold for $7096 and $3400 was awarded in prizes plus numerous Honorable Mention ribbons were given.
The prospectus will be mailed in mid June to our mailing list. If you don’t receive one by June 25, please request that one be sent to you.
Email—rflindstrom@comcast.net
Phone-(425) 486-6050
Arts Council of Snohomish County
Fresh Paint: Festival of Artists at Work—The 2008 application for Fresh Paint is through ZAPPlication (ZAPP) an online application system that allows artists to submit and manage applications to multiple art festivals. Some of you may already be familar with this system. ZAPP was created in 2004 by the Western States Arts Federation (WESTAF) as a universal online application for arts organizations.
The complete artist's prospectus is available on our website (see below). Look for the link "Info for Artists" on the left side of the page. A $10 jury fee is required when applying to Fresh Paint 2008.
Details—www.artscouncilofsnoco.org/freshpaint
Stanwood-Camano AAUW
Call for New Artists - 27th Invitational Art for Education—Artists whose work has not been previously shown in the Stanwood-Camano AAUW Invitational Art Shows are being recruited to submit 3-5 samples of their medium to a jury panel on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the Stanwood United Methodist Church, between the hours of 10 am and 2 pm. The church is located at the corner of 102nd Drive and 271rst NW in downtown Stanwood.For more information:
Phone—(360)387-9177
Jury Panel Selection —July 12, 2008
Arts of Snohomish Gallery
New Limited Membership Opportunity—For artists with day jobs who don't have time to do art and work a co-op gallery shift. Limited Membership artists pay $75 per month for an 8' x 8' area to display their work, pay 40% commission for work sold, and do not have to work any shifts. For more information:
Phone—(360) 568-8648
Website—www.artsofsnohomish.org
Write On Calligraphers 26th Annual
Letters of Joy Festival…May 2 & 3—Two-day conference at Edmonds Community College for calligraphers and paper artists. Includes a wide range of classes for all skill levels, silent auction, vendors, and exhibits. Keynote speaker sill be Louise Grunewald. This internationally known clalligrapher, painter and printmaker will also teach a two-day workshop. Registration begins March 31. Details, schedule and cost:
Phone—Nancy Larson (425) 355-1896
Email— Pat Thyden lettersofjoy@aol.com
Mail—Write On Calligraphers, PO Box 277, Edmonds, WA 98020
Solovei Gallery 2008 Calls to Artists
Solovei Art Gallery
Roaring & Purring—The theme is CATS of all kind, domesticated and wild, in all media. Exhibit will take place from August 1 through 29 at Solovei Gallery. Entries are limited to 4 from each artist. All originals must be for sale.
Deadline July 5.
Sisters Restaurant
US Citizenship: I Vote, Therefore I am—Artists with political opinions expressed in art suitable for wall hanging are invited to display and sell their works at the Sisters Restaurant from September 7 through November 2. Works will be judged on artistry, political input and clarity of the message. Open to all political groups, parties and non-partisan voices. Works, containing bigotry, racism, or insult will not be accepted. Limit of entries will be determined later.
Deadline August 9.
2008 Holiday Group Exhibit at Sisters Restaurant
Four Seasons—Exhibit will run from November 2 through January 4. Regardless of genre (landscape, still-life, portrait, or abstract) or style (representative, or abstract), submissions should reflect the essence of winter, spring, summer and autumn. Only work for sale and suitable for wall hanging will be accepted.
Deadline October 15.
Solovei Art Gallery
Trees are Us—Artists are invited to submit works in all media with the theme of trees, tree gardens and forest for an exhibit that will run from December 1 through 29.
Deadline November 1.
Art Instructors needed—Art Instructors needed for after school fine art programs in Marysville, Lake Stevens and Woodinville. Applicants must have BFA and experience teaching elementary art. $50.00 per teaching hour. No phone calls. Send resume and references by Email—theartworkshop@aol.com
Mountlake Terrace Arts Commission
2008 Arts of the Terrace—Seeking paintings, prints, drawings, miniatures, calligraphy, photographs and 3 Dimensional works for the 30th Annual Juried Art Show held September 27 through October 4, 2008. Over $3,000 in Prize Money.
Entry registration—September 19 and 20
Phone—(425) 771-7068
Email—rjjryan@yahoo.com
Arts Council of Snohomish County
Artspace & Arts Council Project
Stephanie Bauer illustration shows Everett project location with the Monte Cristo Building on the far right.
Visual Arts Education Center—Art production spaces for silversmithing, glassblowing, printmaking, and ceramics. Expanded exhibit and retail space. Multipurpose classrooms.
Learn about the Architects.
40 Artist Lofts—Affordable artist housing with high ceilings, flexible floorplans, large windows, and durable surfaces. Project expected to be completed in 2009 will serve artists and their families earning less than 60% of the regional median income.
Examples of Number in Household & Maximum income for 2006:
1…$32,700 2…$37,3803…$42,060
4…$46,7405…$50,460
Rents at these income levels would range from $817 for a studio to $1,215 for a three-bedroom unit. Creative individuals and families from diverse artistic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
An Artist Selection Committee will screen applicants to determine participation and commitment to the arts. Content of an applicant’s artistic work is not judged. Artspace is especially interested in individuals committed to building community at the Lofts who will give some of their time and energy toward to achieve this goal.
For more artist housing information contact: Cathryn Vandenbrink (cathryn@artspaceusa.org) or Kelly Ryan (ryan@artspaceusa.org), Artspace Projects, Inc. or call 206-903-8374.
The Art Workshop in Old Town Mukilteo
Part Time Art Instructors Wanted—Must have experience teaching elementary children fine art. $60.00/per instructional hour. Email resume and references to Christine Awad Schmalz.
Email—theartworkshop7@aol.com
The Art Workshop Studio Sessions
Drop-in Life Drawing—Share the cost of a model and advance your skills whether you are a beginner or a pro. Note: Please reserve your space prior to class to insure the fee for the model.
Mukilteo Arts Guild Members Fee: $10 per session.
Non-members Fee: $15 per session.
Fridays—1:30 to 4:30 pm.
Location—Old Post Office at 832 3rd Street in Old Town Mukilteo.
Call The Art Workshop for reservations or more information:
(425) 423-0450.
Edmonds Arts Festival Gallery
Information on exhibit requirements are on the website or contact: Darlene McLellan, EAF Foundation, PO Box 699, Edmonds, WA 98020.
Website—http://www.eaffoundation.org/museumgallery.html
Edmonds Arts Commission Exhibits
For information on exhibits contact: Kris Gillespie, Cultural Services Assistant City of Edmonds, 425-771-0228. Email—gillespie@ci.edmonds.wa.us
Website—www.ci.edmonds.wa.us/artscommission/index.stm
Call for Artists
Edmonds Monthly Art Walk—The downtown merchants association of Edmonds hosts a monthly art walk. We are currently accepting submissions from artists in all media, including 3-dimensional art. Street musicians also welcome. Prepare bio, technical details, five colorcopies or photos, and contact info. Submit materials to Kindred Circle Art Gallery, attn: art walk, 409 Main St, Edmonds WA 98020. Call 425-776-3778 for printed guidelines, or go to the website: www.EdmondsWA.com and click on Third Thursday Art Walk.
Seeking Artist Members
Gallery North—508 Main Street in Edmonds, (425) 774-0946.
The gallery, established in 1969, is owned and operated by artist members to promote local art and create sales. To join the Gallery, fill out and submit an application.
Email—info@gallery-north.com
Website—http://www.gallery-north.com/
Life Drawing at Lowell Art Works—Informal drop-in style group meets to draw every Tuesday from 7 to 10 pm. Instruction is not available. Fee is $10 per session. Lowell Art Works in Everett at 5205 South 2nd Avenue. For information, call Nikki Wheeler at (206) 713-8297 or email wheeler.nikki@gmail.com
Continuous Call to Artists
Lake Stevens Arts Commission— Continually seeking artists to provide exhibits. If you would like to have your work considered for display, please call the City Hall at (425) 334-1012.
Lynnwood Arts Commission Exhibits—For more information call Marianne Johnson (425) 744-6459 or click Arts Commission on the Website [www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/parks].
Artists, musicians, writers, poets & performers!
Mukilteo Open Mike Night & the Art Walk—Summer events are held on Wednesdays to coincide with the Farmer's Market. all ages are welcome. Phone—(425) 423-0450.
Website—www.mukilteoartsguild.org
Open Studio in Snohomish—Every second Monday from 9 am to 2 pm for general use. Share ideas, interests and conversation while you work. Bring your favorite supplies and join us. Preschedule for large groups. Call Patricia Seggebruch (360) 239–8081.
Photography Services for Artists
Jim Scolman—Enhance your web page, postcards, business cards and entries to juried exhibitions with professional photographs of your work. (360) 794-8373. Website—http://www.scolman.com Email—jscolman@gmail.com
Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators Western Washington Chapter—Events, writing advice, publishing information, news, guest speakers, critique groups, and online critique groups to help writers and illustrators connect and succeed in children's literature. Website—http://www.scbwi-washington.org/
Zippy’s Java Lounge—Seeking serious artists to display art at progressive, community focused coffee shop. Great opportunity for artists of all ages. Students welcome. Also looking for poets and musicians. Contact Marilyn at (425) 258-4940.
Website—http://zippysjava.com
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