[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Laguna Art-A-Fair announces a call for artists for the 2025 Laguna Art-A-Fair Summer Festival. In it’s 58th year, the fine arts festival will be open daily from June 27th to August 31st, 2025.
Laguna Beach, California, is an acclaimed destination for those interested in artwork of all types, with dozens of galleries. The three summer festivals located adjacent to each other along Laguna Canyon Road draw a high number of visitors, with Laguna Art-A-Fair located between the other two festivals.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 3 February 2025
Unlike the other two summer art festivals adjacent to Laguna Art-A-Fair, there are no residency requirements.
Over 50,000 attendees visit Laguna Art-A-Fair each summer. Laguna Beach is a very popular summer tourist destination for its beaches, coastline, restaurants, and art galleries. Juried-in exhibitors choose booth sizes from 1/2 booth (8 linear feet) up to 1 1/2 booth (24 linear feet). Booths are constructed with drywall walls for exhibitor use, making the displaying of artwork very easy.
Since all sales are processed through a central cashier, even if an exhibitor isn’t in attendance, sales opportunities are not lost. There is 24-hour security, which minimizes concerns of theft of artwork. The fair is aggressive in its social media promotion of the festival with over 300,000 Facebook followers and over 100,000 Instagram followers.
About Laguna Art-A-Fair
Laguna Art-A-Fair is renowned for the high quality and wide diversity of its fine art offerings. Laguna Art-A-Fair’s theme is a “Festival Without Borders”. Each year, artists from other states and even other countries exhibit in the festival. The art fair is consistently voted as the best summer art festival in Laguna Beach. The organization runs as a cooperative, with each exhibitor as a member who has a say in the festival’s operation, and a Board of Directors elected from the membership. Besides booth fees, exhibitors pay only a 20% commission on sales.
For more information, contact lagunaartafair@gmail.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Art Barn School of Art announces a call for artists for their 31th annual juried art exhibition, to be held April 4 – June 5, 2025.
The purpose of this long-standing exhibition is to promote the creation and recognition of original, quality, 2-dimensional works of art and ceramic arts. The exhibition attracts entries from established and aspiring artists from Northwest Indiana, Chicago suburbs, and Southwest Michigan.
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Enter by: 26 February 2025
In a hope to encourage and support emerging artists from all over the United States, there is a minimum age requirement of 18 years old. This invites a large age range of artists to apply for this exhibit, making the exhibition widely accessible.
For 2025, the Art Barn has carefully selected a team of jurors, all of whom are working and teaching artists, in an effort to not only support them as artist individuals, but to provide for a fair and wide range of expertise. This will ensure that each submission is regarded with the highest standards, making it a true honor to have the opportunity to be selected for the Juried Art Exhibition.
- Betty Carr, an upcoming Guest Artist and master painter in the American Impressionist Society
- Sarah Rehmer, a previous Guest Artist and Chicago-based encaustic artist
- Amy Palatnick (Amy the Potter), a California-based potter and online instructor
Juried Art Exhibition Awards
Art Barn provides numerous purchase and merit awards totaling $5,000.
- Best of Show – $500
- Merit Awards – in various values from $20 – $300
- Purchase Awards – in amounts of $300, $400 or $500
- Jan Sullivan Emerging Artist Award – $200 (artists between the ages of 18-25 are eligible)
About Art Barn School of Art
Art Barn School of Art, housed in a century-old renovated barn, is dedicated to fostering the love of art for artists of all ages and abilities in its unique 69-acre environment in Porter County, Indiana. Art Barn fosters art education and cultural access for residents, businesses, and partners in the community by offering a full range of art education classes for children and adults, as well as having a monthly rotating exhibition schedule and providing a venue for performing arts and weddings.
The mission of the Art Barn School of Art is to inspire creativity across generations by providing an inclusive, nature-based space where artists of all skill levels can explore, experiment, and grow through the arts. Their vision is to become a renowned destination for arts education and creative exploration in Northwest Indiana, where people of all ages and skill levels can immerse themselves in art and nature.
For more information, contact info@artbarnschool.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Decagon Gallery announces a call for artists for Beyond The Mirror, an online photography juried exhibition.
This exhibition seeks photographic interpretations that explore mirrors both literally and metaphorically. The gallery welcomes all creative angles, from reflections in glass to introspective self-portraits, symbolic imagery, and abstract compositions that contemplate identity, perception, or the duality of human experience. Show how “mirrors” open a window to deeper realities.
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Enter by: 15 January 2025
Accepted entries for Beyond The Mirror will be shown in an online exhibition from February 1 through March 31, 2025, and then archived on the Decagon Gallery website.
A Solo Exhibition will be offered to the First Place entry, and will be presented in the gallery’s Featured section. This Solo Exhibition will be promoted on the website and gallery newsletter, and will direct viewers to the photographer’s website or social media. Digital badges will be awarded to all participants. Certificates will be given to the First, Second, and Third place entries plus the two Honorable Mentions. The exhibition will be promoted on our social media sites and email blasts.
About Decagon Gallery
Decagon Gallery is located in Brooklyn, New York, a hub of creative activity. They have relationships with other galleries and arts organizations, and strive to make exhibiting affordable to all photographers. Some opportunities are free to enter and have no other fees. The gallery’s website gets thousands of visitors worldwide. All inquiries for print purchases are forwarded to the photographer. No commissions are taken by the gallery.
For more information, contact info@decagongallery.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center announces a call for artists to submit original artwork to Fragments: Reflections On Memory, an art exhibition.
The Fragments exhibition seeks to explore how individual and collective memory can shape our identity and perception, influencing our understanding of the world around us. Whether through nostalgia, trauma, joy, or loss, memory intertwines with our daily lives and exists as a fluid, shifting narrative. AnnMariee Sculpture Garden and Arts Center challenges artists to explore the fragmented nature of memory, its fluidity, distortions, and how the passage of time affects our perception of the past and present.
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Enter by: 5 January 2025
As a Smithsonian Affiliate, Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center is able to source jurors from the Smithsonian system. Previous exhibitions have been juried by the Director of Collections at the Hirshhorn, the Director of Exhibitions at the National History Museum, and the Head Librarian at the Smithsonian American Art and Portrait Gallery Library.
Fragments: Artist Benefits
All artists associated with exhibitions at Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center recieve a complementary media package. This includes general social media graphics and individualized graphics. For each exhibition, a virtual catalog is created with pages highlighting the juror, shots of the gallery as a whole, and an individual page with a high-quality photo of the exhibited artwork along with an artists statement.
About Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center is committed to connecting people to art and nature. Through a wide variety of engaging exhibits, programs, classes, public projects, and annual events, the Center opens up opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and reflection. By providing opportunities for visitors to experience and engage in imaginative activities, the Center seeks to nurture the human spirit and contribute to a healthy society.
Management
The 30 acre grounds of Annmarie Sculpture Garden is owned and supported by the Board of Calvert County Commissioners. In accordance with the lease and management agreement, Annmarie is operated by the Koenig Private Foundation, a private, non-profit, charitable organization. The Foundation employes the staff of Annmarie, and seeks out grants and donations to support the payroll budget and fund special projects at Annmarie. The many activities and programs of Annmarie are supported by Ann’s Circle, Inc., a 501 c 3 non-profit organization whose board consists of residents drawn from the Southern Maryland community. Ann’s Circle offers a membership package with a variety of attractive benefits. Membership is open to all.
Funding
The thirty acre property that comprises Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center is owned by the people of Calvert County and relies on the support of three entities for its operating budget, capital improvement budget, and events and programming budget. An annual grant from the Calvert County Commissioners to the Koenig Private Foundation supports the personnel budget. The Koenig Private Foundation and Ann’s Circle work together to raise funds to further support the payroll budget. The Foundation also helps raise funds for capital projects. Ann’s Circle manages the many programs, events, classes, exhibits, and activities of Annmarie, as well as the membership program and the gift shop. For additional information about this successfull, fifteen-year, collaborative partnership, please contact Stacey Hann-Ruff, the director of Annmarie at director@annmariegarden.org.
Construction of the award-winning Arts Building, which opened in 2008, was funded by five main sources: the State of Maryland, the Calvert County Commissioners, Friends of Annmarie Garden, the Koenig Private Foundation, and Ann’s Circle, Inc.
History
In 1991, Francis and Ann M. Koenig donated this property to Calvert County with the intention that it be developed into a sculpture garden. Over the next decade, their dream took shape as six works of art were installed on the thirty acre property. These diverse pieces are fully integrated into the natural setting of the Garden and provide the opportunity to develop an appreciation for the seasonal changes inherent in outdoor art. In addition to the sculpture, the walking paths were created and the allies, or hallways, were cleared. The lovely allies allow visitors to look across Annmarie and have created areas for the installation of sculpture.
In 2003, Annmarie became a member of the Smithsonian Institution’s Affiliations Program. This program has allowed the Garden to borrow more than twenty-five pieces of sculpture form the Smithsonian’s Hirshhorn Museum & Sculpture Garden. In 2008, the Arts Building and the Studio School opened, allowing Annmarie to dramatically expand its programs and activities.
For more information, contact exhibits@annmariegarden.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Other Art Fair, presented by SaatchiArt, announces a call for artists for The Other Art Fair Dallas. Now accepting applications for the 8th edition, happening at Dallas Market Hall from May 15-18, 2025.
The Other Art Fair is a global gathering of creative thinkers, game changers, and pleasure seekers sharing emerging talent and unforgettable experiences.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 26 January 2025
The Fair package includes a booth at a 4-day, in-person event at the Design District’s Dallas Market Hall, pre-fair operations and marketing workshops, and booth curation feedback. Fees start at $2,050.
Application submission is free and simple at the link provided in this post. All submissions are due by January 26th and will be reviewed by our selection committee of art world experts on a rolling basis through early March 2025. Don’t delay as exhibition booths are limited and will fill quickly!
The Other Art Fair Dallas Artist Benefits
Artists that exhibit at The Other Art Fair Dallas gain access to unique marketing support from Saatchi Art, including:
- Create a free profile on Saatchi Art. This profile opens you and your artwork to a worldwide base of art collectors, expanding your online community and reach.
- The opportunity to be chosen by the curation and fair team for multiple Saatchi Art collections, exclusively highlighting artworks of The Other Art Fair exhibitors. These collections are promoted by Saatchi Art and The Other Art Fair.
- The opportunity to be chosen as featured artwork for marketing pre-Fair by Saatchi Art and The Other Art Fair through email, web, and social promoting the edition of The Other Art Fair where you will be exhibiting.
Are you a first-time exhibitor? You belong here. The Fair provides support to artists, including:
- A marketing workshop that provides helpful tips to inviting your community, no matter how small or large, plus inspiration for how to best curate your stand.
- Personalized marketing assets that you can use on social media and email, to share with your contacts.
- Access to an artist portal with logos, marketing assets, recorded workshops, and important details and deadlines, making marketing collateral easy to find.
- A valued place in a community of artists that you can go to for friendship, advice, expertise, and support.
Are you an early-stage artist facing the traditional barriers of the contemporary art world? You may qualify for our New Futures prize. One recipient is awarded free exhibition space at The Other Art Fair Dallas. Please view the eligibility criteria and New Futures application at https://form.jotform.com/243096078092158.
About The Other Art Fair
Presented by Saatchi Art, the world’s leading online art gallery, the Fair is a global gathering of creative thinkers, game changers, and pleasure seekers sharing emerging talent and unforgettable experiences. Set against the backdrop of the world’s biggest cities, each fair is different. The Fair combines boundary-pushing, yet always affordable, works with immersive installations, performances, and the odd tattoo or taxidermy class thrown in for good measure.
The Other Art Fair has been dedicated to representing independent artists since 2011. Since then, they have worked with over 3,000 artists from more than 20 countries. They host 12 in-person fairs each year across the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia.
Art isn’t confined to convention or rule, and how you enjoy it shouldn’t be either. A place where art feels accessible, where everyone fits in, where the experience exists outside of four white walls and the same four artists? That’s not normal. That’s The Other Art Fair.
For more information, contact lili@theotherartfair.com
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[Exhibition Update]
Congratulations to the participants and winners of Decagon Gallery’s online photography exhibition, No Titles!
- First Place: Betty Wagner
- Second Place: Christer Björkman
- Third Place: Viktoriia Sorochuk
- Honorable Mention: Joey Lehman Morris
- Honorable Mention: Mattie Kannard
View more details about and images from the exhibition here: https://www.decagongallery.com/no-titles
[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Decagon Gallery announces a call for artists for No Titles, an online photography exhibition. This unique show challenges the conventional narrative framework by removing titles from the equation. The images will be presented without labels, allowing them to resonate purely through visual impact, emotion, and the viewer’s personal interpretation.
The absence of titles encourages a raw, unfiltered connection between the viewer and the artwork. Decagon Gallery is seeking photographs that speak for themselves, evoking thoughts, emotions, and stories without the influence of words. The imagery should be compelling enough to stand alone, transcending place, time, and explanation.
Click here for the application / registration (Closed)
Enter by: 31 October 2024
The First Place entry for No Titles will be offered a free, solo gallery in the featured section of the Decagon Gallery website. Digital badges will be awarded to all participants and Certificates will be given to the First, Second, and Third place entries plus two Honorable Mentions.
The winning photographs will be featured in an online exhibition and across social media platforms, as well as published in the exhibition catalogue (available to purchase), the gallery’s YouTube channel, and promotion of the exhibition and the gallery.
About Decagon Gallery
Decagon Gallery is an online photography gallery based in Brooklyn, New York, that specializes in contemporary photography. The gallery offers photographers several curated platforms to showcase their work and connect with art enthusiasts worldwide. The gallery presents several kinds of exhibitions:
- Flash exhibits are free to submit and have no fees to participate. In other words, they are completely free. Look for a new Flash exhibit several times a year.
- Standard exhibitions are more formal. There is an entry fee. They offer prizes for the most outstanding photographs. This encourages artists to keep striving for excellence, and for viewers to keep coming back for more.
- Featured is a rotating section where the gallery presents nine of their favorite photographers.
For more information, contact info@decagongallery.com
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[Exhibition Update]
Congratulations to the participants and winners of the Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center exhibition, Timber: Contempory Woodcraft!
Juror Award Winners:
- Cliff Guard “Cyclone”
- Derek Weidman “Woodpecker Pecking”
- Leah Woods “Swarm”
View more details about and images from the exhibition here: https://www.annmariegarden.org/annmarie2/content/timber-contemporary-woodcraft
[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center announces a call for artists to submit original artwork to Timber: Contemporary Woodcraft. This exhibition seeks to celebrate the diverse and innovative ways that contemporary artists harness the versatility of wood as a medium for artistic expression.
From utilizing traditional woodworking techniques (carving, turning, whittling, inlay, joinery, steam-bending) for furniture making and sculpture, to two dimensional working methods like wood burning and avant-garde installations fabricated with CNC machines and laser cutters, this exhibition aims to showcase all the creative ways artists engage with and manipulate wood to convey their narratives. Push the boundaries of both traditional and contemporary techniques to create captivating artworks.
Click here for the application / registration (Closed)
Enter by: 25 August 2024
The artwork for Timber: Contemporary Woodcraft must feature wood as a primary medium. Mixed-media artworks are welcome, but wood must be a primary element. 2-D and 3-D artwork will be considered. Indoor and outdoor installations will be considered. All artwork must be done within the last four years. Artists must be 18 years or older. Artists must be living and working in the United States or Canada.
Important Dates
- Notification Of Juror Decision: September 9, 2024
- Artwork Delivery: September 25-30, 2024
- Annmarie After Hours Reception: October 11, 2024
- Exhibition Dates: October 11, 2024 – January 20, 2025
- Artwork Pickup: January 22-26, 2025
Annmarie is a Smithsonian Affiliate located in scenic Solomons, Maryland, on the Chesapeake Bay. Since 1992, Annmarie has captivated visitors of all ages with its natural setting and exceptional programs and events.
Timber: Contemporary Woodcraft – Artist Benefits
This juried exhibition will feature roughly 50-70 works of art in our beautiful 1,200 sq.ft., marble-floored gallery. Selected artist will benefit from an array of supporting materials. Each artist will receive a complementary social media graphic. Artists will be featured in a professionally made digital catalogue featuring an individual page for each artist, as well as shots from the gallery and juror information.
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center takes a 40% commission on all gallery sales. This exhibition will be open to the public in the Kay Daugherty Gallery of Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center, from October 11, 2024, to January 20, 2025.
About Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center
Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center is located in scenic Solomons, Maryland, where the Patuxent River meets the Chesapeake Bay. The sculpture garden features a shady walking path that meanders through the woods past permanent and loaned sculpture, including over thirty works on loan from the Smithsonian Institution and the National Gallery of Art. Artists in the collection include: Antonio Tobias Mendez, Barbara Hepworth, Cesar, Robert Engman, Jean Arp, Kenneth Snelson and Fransisco Zuniga. Young guests can frolic in the Fairy Lolly Creative Play Space and explore the many trails, including the Tree-mendous Trail.
The award-winning Arts Building includes rotating exhibition space, the Nature Nook, the artLAB Creative Reuse Studio, the Annmarie Gift Shop, and lovely wrap around patios. Annmarie presents a variety of popular annual festivals, rotating exhibitions, family activities, and creative public programs. The Studio School offers classes for all ages and abilities – from pottery to dance – taught by professional artists and arts educators.
For more information, contact exhibits@annmariegarden.org
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Other Art Fair, presented by SaatchiArt, announces a call for artists for The Other Art Fair Los Angeles.
The Fair package includes a booth at a 4-day in-person event at Los Angeles’ 2800 Casitas Ave in Atwater Village (February 20-23), pre-fair operations and marketing workshops, and booth curation feedback.
Click here for the application / registration
Register by: 1 December 2024
Fees start at $2,250.
Are you an early-stage artist facing the traditional barriers of the contemporary art world? You may qualify for the New Futures prize, where one recipient is awarded free exhibition space at The Other Art Fair Los Angeles. For more information on New Futures, click here: https://form.jotform.com/242885363119160
The Other Art Fair Los Angeles Artist Benefits
Artists that exhibit at The Other Art Fair gain access to unique marketing support from Saatchi Art, including:
- Exhibitors at The Other Art Fair create a free profile on Saatchi Art. This profile opens you and your artwork to a worldwide base of art collectors, expanding your online community and reach.
- As an exhibitor, your art has the opportunity to be chosen by the curation and fair team for multiple Saatchi Art collections, exclusively highlighting artworks of The Other Art Fair exhibitors. These collections are promoted by Saatchi Art and The Other Art Fair.
- As an exhibitor, your art has the opportunity to be chosen as featured artwork for marketing pre-Fair by Saatchi Art and The Other Art Fair through email, web, and social promoting the edition of The Other Art Fair where you will be exhibiting.
- A marketing workshop that provides helpful tips to inviting your community, no matter how small or large, plus inspiration for how to best curate your stand.
- Personalized marketing assets that you can use on social media and email, to share with your contacts.
- Access to an artist portal with logos, marketing assets, recorded workshops, and important details and deadlines, making marketing collateral easy to find.
- A valued place in a community of artists that you can go to for friendship, advice, expertise, and support.
About The Other Art Fair
Presented by SaatchiArt, the world’s leading online art gallery, the Fair is a global gathering of creative thinkers, game changers, and pleasure seekers sharing emerging talent and unforgettable experiences. Set against the backdrop of the world’s biggest cities, each fair is different. The Fair combines boundary-pushing yet always affordable works with immersive installations, performances, and the odd tattoo or taxidermy class thrown in for good measure. Art isn’t confined to convention or rule, and how you enjoy it shouldn’t be either.
A place where art feels accessible, where everyone fits in, where the experience exists outside of four white walls and the same four artists? That’s not normal. That’s The Other Art Fair.
For more information, contact lili@theotherartfair.com
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[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] Kingsbrae International Residency for the Arts (KIRA) announces a call for artists for the KIRA Residency. Every year KIRA awards 6 artists with a multi-week residency. Artists are provided with individual studio space, comfortable housing, two meals each day, and live on a historic property in a beautiful seaside town.
Applications are open to a range of disciplines and types of artists including, but not limited to, visual arts, music/composition, writing, new media, and interdisciplinary arts. Artists from all levels in their career who exhibit a strong professional work ethic and a collaborative attitude are encouraged to apply.
Click here for the application / registration
Enter by: 30 November 2024
The 2025 Residency will be September 27th, 2025 – October 10th, 2025
The KIRA residency includes:
- Studio space in a freestanding 300-square foot studio.
- Private bedroom/bathroom in a well-maintained historic property located steps away from the studio.
- Up to 6 artists living on-site.
- Two meals a day for six days a week (breakfast and dinner).
- Artists are required to host public teaching sessions with students or seniors.
- Access to Kingsbrae Garden and KIRA’s public amphitheater events.
- Artists will participate in Open Studios for the public each Saturday on top of one public engagement session.
KIRA Residency Artist Benefits
Artists will benefit from the KIRA residency in several unique ways, making it a deeply enriching and impactful experience:
Focused Creative Time and Dedicated Studio Space: With a private, freestanding 300-square-foot studio, artists have the space and solitude necessary to fully immerse themselves in their craft without distractions. This focused time allows artists to explore new ideas, refine techniques, and produce significant work.
Comfortable Living in an Inspiring Environment: The residency offers comfortable accommodations in a historic property located in the picturesque seaside town of St Andrews, surrounded by natural beauty and tranquility. This setting inspires creativity and offers a refreshing break from the everyday, rejuvenating artists mentally and creatively.
Community Engagement and Public Exposure: Engaging with the community – whether through classes, public talks, or open studio days – gives artists an invaluable opportunity to connect with new audiences, gain feedback, and share their passion with others. This interaction can often lead to unexpected inspiration and even future collaborations.
Networking with Fellow Artists: Living and working alongside up to five other artists from diverse disciplines fosters a sense of community and collaborative learning. This environment allows residents to share ideas, gain insights from different creative approaches, and build meaningful relationships with other artists that can last long after the residency.
Access to Kingsbrae Garden and KIRA’s Amphitheater Events: With direct access to Kingsbrae Garden, artists can experience an additional layer of inspiration from the award-winning botanical gardens. Artists can attend public amphitheater events, offering more ways to engage with the local culture and artistic community.
A Supportive Infrastructure for Artistic Development: By providing two meals a day and private accommodations, KIRA ensures that residents can focus entirely on their work. This support, combined with a vibrant community setting, allows artists to produce their best work while enjoying a well-rounded residency experience.
Opportunities for Career Growth and Exposure: Participating in a KIRA residency can be a valuable addition to an artist’s portfolio and resume. The professional recognition from this opportunity can open doors to galleries, publications, grants, and future residencies.
Reflection and Growth in a Unique Setting: Spending time in the tranquil surroundings of a seaside town offers artists a chance to pause, reflect, and grow personally and professionally. This restorative experience often leads to renewed motivation and clarity in their creative pursuits.
Testimontials
I can barely speak about my artist in residency experience at KIRA without crying tears of joy and gratitude. As a lifelong artist, it has been a dream to one day attend a residency program after raising four children and growing my business and creative brand. KIRA met and exceeded all expectations and the other fellow residents, now new friends, completely agree. The property at KIRA is incredibly beautiful and impeccably maintained. The staff attended to our every need, going above and beyond to make us feel welcomed, comfortable, well-fed and at home. We had the freedom to explore all of Kingsbrae Garden, the delicious cafe, and the quaint town of St. Andrews and surrounding areas. We were invited to attend special events at the KIRA amphitheater, we had quality time with Mrs. Lucinda Flemer, founder of Kingsbrae, and truly got to know many of the employees who work in various capacities around the property. We had 24/7 access to our beautiful free standing studios, just a short walk away from the house. Each studio is well-lit, absolutely beautiful and spacious…a perfect setting to create each day! What an amazing gift to have an entire month away from life’s daily pulls and responsibilities to artistically explore, be in nature and enjoy fellowship with other creatives from around the world. I am profoundly grateful for the opportunity to have experienced this majestic place and highly recommend KIRA to artists, authors and creatives who desire time and space to deeply explore their craft. – Caroline Simas – Artist in Residence
The incredible location and the length of the KIRA residency provides the perfect setting for an artist to settle in, hunker down and get to work. The mansion that houses the artists during their stay is vast and comfortable. The large room where I stayed featured an en suite and views of the ocean. With acres of garden the artists have access to and the warm and welcoming town of St Andrew’s, as well as the natural beauty of New Brunswick and the multitude of parks, hiking trails, ocean and history of the area, there was no shortage of inspiration. There was also a private studio where I was free to settle in and make my own for making art for an entire month. I looked forward to the daily chef-cooked meal to attend with the other artists. It was a chance to meet international artists and allow the conversation to flow. With this meal as the only formal structure, the day was mine to create! The patron of KIRA has done her utmost for artists to make the residency experience supportive and give to artists time and space to create. – Kristin Sjaarda – Artist in Residence
After participating in many artist residencies both internationally and in the US (where I live), I found KIRA to be a highlight of my career. Everything about KIRA is topnotch. The historic mansion and well cared for property, the private light filled studios, the excellent chef prepared meals – all were the best I’ve ever experienced at a residency. Add to that, access to a large, diverse botanical garden, a welcoming community, a charming town and a variety of nearby historic, cultural or recreational sites make this residency a real standout compared to others I’ve been to. The supportive staff was always looking for ways to make the experience better, yet it would be hard to improve on this kind of perfection. If there is only one residency to consider, look no further! – Roxanne Everett – Artist in Residence
About Kingsbrae International Residency for the Arts
KIRA is an art charity that was created to support local, national, and international artists. The historic estate is not only the spot where Irving Berlin proposed, but also features multiple well appointed bedrooms and public spaces, 6 freestanding art studios, Atlantic Canada’s largest amphitheatre, and access to one of Canada’s most sought after gardens – Kingsbrae Garden.
For more information, contact kira@kingsbraegarden.com
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[Exhibition Update]
Congratulations to the following artists for receiving recognition in the Bristol Art Museums, 2024 Members Exhibit, Visions.
- Jurors’ Award: Dot Bergen for Boys in the Boat
- 2nd Place Award: Marc Jaffe for Panes
- 3rd Place Award: Erica Bauchanan for Treasures of Acceptance
Honorable Mentions
- Cathy Chin for A Crowded Space
- Scott Glaser for Decision by Majority is as Expedient as Lighting by Gas
- Susan Graseck for Down on the Docks
- Felicia Touhey for Garden Trilogy I
Bristol Art Museum Member Choice Award
- Donald Cadoret for Making a Difference
See more information about the exhibit at http://www.bristolartmuseum.org/members-2024-visions.html
[Side Arts Certified Sponsored Listing] The Bristol Art Museum (BAM) announces a call for artists for Visions: BAM Members’ Biennial Exhibition, a dynamic showcase featuring the artistic talents of BAM’s members, ranging from emerging to established artists. Celebrate the vibrant arts community that surrounds us, as we come together to appreciate Bristol, Rhode Island, local and regional artworks and the creative minds behind them.
Click here for the application / registration (Closed)
Enter by: 29 September 2024
The Visions exhibition offers artists the unique opportunity to gain visibility in a respected cultural institution, engage with a diverse audience, and connect with fellow artists and art lovers. By participating, you’ll have the chance to elevate your work through professional recognition and contribute to the vibrant arts community. The exhibition fosters artistic growth, offering a platform to share your personal vision and creative process.
Juror Statement
“The process of painting is much more than recording the obvious. Simply put, my work is my personal interaction with and visual interpretation of a person or thing. The goal of which is to push past the surface of materials and technique used in the process of creating, in an effort to convey a personal vision. More than technique, it is how we as artists, interpret our own personal vision through our medium that elevates an ordinary subject into a work of art, one that resonates long after. I feel strongly in the versatility and flexibility of the medium and go to great lengths to push the medium in directions that may not be considered characteristic to traditional watercolor.” – Nancy Gaucher-Thomas
About Bristol Art Museum
The Bristol Art Museum is a unique cultural hub that fosters a deep connection between the local community and the arts. It offers an engaging mix of contemporary and traditional art exhibitions, often featuring both regional and national artists. What makes BAM particularly compelling is its dedication to creating a space where artists and art lovers can connect, learn, and be inspired. The museum hosts thought-provoking exhibitions, interactive workshops, and artist talks, creating a dynamic environment for artistic dialogue. With its commitment to both emerging and established artists, the museum is a place of discovery and creative exploration.
For more information, contact info@bristolartmuseum.org