TCA has opened the call for nominations for Texas State Poet Laureate, Musician, Visual Artist 2-D, and Visual Artist 3-D. TCA oversees the selection process for the four positions, created by S.B. 1043 of the 77th Legislature, and we would really appreciate your help in getting the word out about this opportunity. If you know of a qualified candidate, please make a nomination.
Deadline for receipt of nominations is October 5th.
The Texas Poet Laureate, State Musician and State Artist Committee, composed of members appointed by the Governor, Lieutenant Governor and Speaker of the House of Representatives, will make the final selections sometime in the spring of 2009 when the 81st Legislature convenes.
Call to Artists
Works for Purchase
Kay-Lochausen Fine Art Gallery
705 Texas Ave
El Paso Texas 79902
(915) 637-1500
GKLochausen@aol.com
Kay-Lochausen Fine Art Gallery is seeking contemporary art for a local project. Only paintings and wall art / sculpture at this time. (This could change as construction on the project continues, and open the door to floor sculpture and other mediums.)
Pieces excepted will be purchased at a price determined by the artist and myself. Samples (photos) of works accepted in other cities are available to view at Kay-Lochausen Fine Art Gallery located inside Under the Sun Studios/Forum Studios located at 705 Texas Ave. The color scheme is also available to see. The dominant colors in the Phase I area of the building are maroon, gold, sage green, and pale (metallic) blue.
There is not a limit on size. Large pieces are welcome! Diptychs and triptychs are highly desired. (Hint) In the first phase of the selection It is expected horizontal and triptychs will be choosen. Works incorporating metal leafing are also highly desirable.
There is not a fee to submit. If your piece is selected, there will be a handling fee to move the works from the gallery to establishment. (This will be minimal - and determined by the Interior Design Firm in charge.) The artist may also move the piece personally during designated times.
This project will be done in phases. If your piece is not accepted in the initial phase - your work may be tagged for review in the following 3 phases of the building. This opportunity is open to artists in a 200 mile radius to include El Paso, Juarez, New Mexico.
In this project contemporary includes: Abstract and abstract impressionism, Minimalism, Pop and Color Field. Representational of our area is welcome - just not traditional landscapes in this phase.
Clean shapes and lines, nothing political or personal in nature, as these will be in a well traveled public forum.
Initial submissions may be made via email to GKLochausen@aol.com. Please feel free to call with any questions. Submissions are welcome immediately.
Young Ambassadors gives students the opportunity to come to Washington for 1 week and meet artists, curators, researchers and other professionals in the arts/culture field. Upon completion of the seminar, they are placed in cultural organizations in designated areas throughout the country for a paid, 4-week internship. The link to the on-line application is below along with contact information. Please help us spread the word!
If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Emily Key at 202.633.1268 or by email at keye@si.edu
Visual Artist Call by Dr. Pepper for Latino artists, ages 18-34. Selected artist receives cash prize and possibly will have work on Dr. Pepper can. Guidelines listed on this link: http://www.drpeppersabrosura.com/
Entries accepted for the Hunting Art Prize for established, emerging, and amateur visual artists throughout Texas for a $50,000 award http://www.huntingartprize.com/
