Strange Figurations is a thematic exhibition open to all interpretations of the concept, Strange Figurations. Open to all media and figurative styles from the realist to the surreal and visionary. 72" maximum dimension. The exhibition will be held at the Limner Gallery, October 1 - 31, 2009. National magazine publication awards.
For more information please visit : http://www.slowart.com
Prospectus : http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/figure.htm
E-mail Address : slowart@aol.com   Contact name: Tim Slowinski

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PX3's photography competition, Aftermath, is a depiction of the consequence of an event. Our lives can be traced, to a series of aftermaths, the results of a cause and effect, that defines who we are, and what our lives are made of; images that portray these single moments, Px3 aims to capture.
>From celebrations, to wars and their impact, birth and death, natural disasters, intimate, personal relationships, these are defining images-- the Aftermath, of these events. All ranges of emotions and scenarios play a part in creating our own individual aftermaths.
The ability to be aware and understand these profound events are a basic foundation, to many cultures, belief systems. These works should demonstrate the many varied paths, we humans take in life, and it's Aftermath.
It is the desire of Px3 to bring together on a global scale, in a common voice, these distinct ideas of Aftermath, as seen from the perspective of the photographic lens.
Px3 will recognize and identify photographers, from around the world, both professional and non-professional; who capture in their work, the visual impact of an event and it's Aftermath.
EXHIBITION : The top 20 winning photographs selected will be exhibited.
AWARDS : 1st Place: $2,000 2nd Place: $1,000 3rd Place: $500 Winner Notification : All winners will be announced online six to eight weeks after the final submission deadline.
For more information please visit : http://www.px3.fr/aftermath/index.html
Prospectus : http://www.px3.fr/aftermath/index.html
E-mail Address : Ashley@px3.fr   Contact name: Ashley Reaney

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5th International Drawing Biennale Ten Years ago the Polish Art Foundation Inc. decided to organise the International Drawing Competition Biennale to promote the significance and role of drawing as a concept and art form among contemporary artists. The international nature and reach of the Biennale provides a broad overview and cross section of this art form and is most congenial to the exchange of ideas and trends among artists all over the world.
Participation in the Biennale is open to all artists and students of art schools and colleges without any exception. Any drawing created in the last two years, regardless of the technique/materials used, can be submitted, provided it has not been shown at any previous competitions and at the time remains the artist s property.
For the purpose of this competition, drawing is defined as any artistic expression presented in pencil, crayon, conte, charcoal, pen or brush, on paper or any other material with similar characteristics to paper. Works can be presented either as a final form of artistic expression, or as a study, visual notes/outline or any other form of interim artistic concept that may be subject to changes at a later stage of its development. Despite its typical emphasis on linear aspect, elements of drawing can also be created through hachuring, trituration and washing. Use of colour in the drawings is discretionary. Size of submitted work must be within the following range: Minimum - A5 sheet, and maximum 51cm x 71cm. Under terms of this competition any one artist may submit a maximum of 3 works. A fee in the amount of AU$50 will be charged for a set of three works submitted.
The jury selects works to be presented at the post-competition exhibition and awards the following prizes: 1. Grand Prix (First Prize) - AU$ 1,500 2. Second Prize - AU$ 700 3. Third Prize - AU$ 500 and two Certificates of Appreciation.
In addition, there will be other prizes awarded, including a People s Choice Prize for the most popular work voted by the public during the exhibition opening.
remarque: Works awarded Grand Prix, Second Prize and Third Prize will become the property of PAF and form part of its collection.
For more information please visit : http://www.polishartfoundation.org
E-mail Address : jglac@optusnet.com.au   Contact name: J.Edward Glac

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Jurors: Rita Gonzalez, L.A. County Museum of Art (LACMA) - Rex Bruce, Los Angeles Center for Digital Art
The L.A. Center for Digital Art announces an international call to artists. All styles of artwork and photography where digital processes of any kind were integral to their creation are acceptable: digital art stills of any kind, digital photogaphy, short experimental time based video, video loops, mobile media, interactive media, and internet art. Selected winners will be exhibited as the central focus of the "DigitalArt.LA" expo (http://DigitalArt.LA) in a large group exhibit at the LACDA gallery, August 13 - September 5, 2009. Video winners will also be screened at the Downtown Film Festival Los Angeles. The show will be widely promoted and will include a reception for the artists. Deadline: July 20, 2009. Entry fee: $30. Online registration only: http://lacda.com/juried/juriedshow.html
DigitalArt.LA Participants Include:
UCR | California Museum of Photography • Laznia Centre for Contemporary Art (Danzig, Poland) • Davis Museum (Barcelona) • Downtown Film Festival - Los Angeles • Downtown Art Walk Los Angeles • Grammy Museum • Orange County Center for Contemporary Art • Rowan Gallery • Julie Rico Gallery • Niche.LA Video Art • Deborah Martin Gallery • Phyllis Stein Gallery • Pharmaka Gallery • Todd Browning Gallery• El Nopal Press Gallery • Annex Gallery L.A. • Artillery Magazine • Coagula Art Journal • THE Magazine Citizen L.A. • AbsoluteArts.com • compactspace • Phyllis Stein Art • Edgar Varela Fine Arts • Rita Gonzalez, LACMA
For more information please visit : http://lacda.com
Direct link for registration: : http://www.acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevaid=185494
Prospectus : http://lacda.com/juried/juriedshow.html
E-mail Address : lacda@lacda.com   Contact name: Rex Bruce

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Artistic Modern Interpretations, Stories & Poetry Celebrating Angels & the Angelic World
On Angels Magazine Art & Literary Contest 2009 is open to several mediums of art and literature. There are six categories of art; Painting, Computer Graphic Art, Sculpting, Drawing, Mixed Media and Photography. There are three categories of literature; Fictional Short Stories, Non-Fictional Short Stories and Poetry. All entries MUST have an ANGEL theme. Religion will not play a part in any of the judging.
The winning entries and artist's / writer's profiles will be published in our premier magazine and online. Artists and Writers retain all copyrights and artwork!...
First Prize: $3000 in each category
Second Prize: $1500 in each category
Third Prize: $500 in each category
Honorable Mention: $200 in each category Plus Matching grants to the charitable organization of the winner's choice.
For more information please visit : http://onangelsmagazine.com
Prospectus : http://www.onangelsmagazine.com/about.html
E-mail Address : info@onangelsmagazine.com   Contact name: Connie Castle

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A SHOW OF HEADS is a thematic exhibition based on the portrayal and interpretation of the human head to be held at the Limner Gallery, November 6 - December 5, 2009. Open for entry to all artists. $2600 in publication awards. Deadline August 31. On-line entry form at http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/head.htm by email at slowart@aol.com, or send SASE to SlowArt Productions, 123 Warren Street, Hudson, NY 12534
For more information please visit : http://www.slowart.com
Prospectus : http://www.slowart.com/prospectus/head.htm
E-mail Address : slowart@aol.com   Contact name: Tim Slowinski

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The SZPILMAN AWARD is awarded to works that exist only for a moment or a short period of time.
The purpose of the award is to promote such works whose forms consist of ephemeral situations.
Prize
The SZPILMAN AWARd is awarded annually.
The prize winner receives the Jackpot Stipendium. This scholarship consists of three parts:
A challenge cup, 10 days of accommodation in Cimochowizna (Poland), and a sum of money in cash.
The amount of money is dynamic. SZPILMAN is raising money parallel to the competition. The prize winner receives the money that is raised until September 30, 2009.
Among the applicants, one award winner will be identified.
The challenge cup will be handed over to the next prize winner in the subsequent year.
Application
Everyone can apply for the SZPILMAN AWARD.
Both individuals and groups of persons are free to apply.
The work must have been realized between October 1, 2008, and September 30, 2009.
For more information please visit : http://www.award.szpilman.de/
Prospectus : http://www.award.szpilman.de/informations.html
E-mail Address : award@szpilman.de   Contact name: Patrick Koch

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