New England Art News June 27
I'm seeking emerging artists. Public art opportunities in Maine and RI. Grants in NH. Residency in Boston. Meet a painter. Figure drawing. 30 art calls and jobs. Plus, thanks for 1,300+ readers!
Happy Friday!
I hope you stayed cool this week. I’ll start off by sharing that this growing newsletter recently surpassed 1,300 subscribers! Thank being part of this community. If you’ve found an opportunity here or if there’s something you need, please send me a note at michael@michaelrosefineart.com. I really enjoy hearing from you. And as always, if you run into me at an art event, please say hey! - Michael
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Artist of the Week: Painter and Professor Eric Telfort
This week for GoLocalProv, I wrote a profile of Eric Telfort. Formerly the Department Head of Illustration at RISD, Eric is a great painter with a solo show on view for just one more day thru June 28 at AS220. His work is deeply personal and autobiographical.
Figure Drawing Dispatch from Lost Bag
Last week my friend artist Tom D’Amore invited me to figure drawing at Lost Bag Space in Providence. The model was great and fellow artists were kind. I will spare you my rusty attempts at capturing our subject, but you can see Tom’s characteristic drawing above (that’s me at the farrr left). Figure drawing is $10, Monday evenings.
News: DESIGNxRI Taps Islay Taylor as New ED
DESIGNxRI, a great non-profit, has named Islay Taylor as its new Executive Director. Islay earned an MFA in Metal and Jewelry at RISD and was previously Associate Director at The Steelyard. Congrats Islay!
Art Events in Rhode Island
Bull in the China Shop Ends at BAM June 28 - Read my profile of ceramist and exhibitor Rachel Mulcahy.
More Butch Heroes at RiffRaff - July 1 at 7pm, convo between author and artist Ria Brodell and QAW founder Paul Soulellis.
Bert Gallery Opens New Space in EP - July 2 and 3 from 12-4pm each day.
Schilling and Wooster at Erase Gallery - Show opens July 10 from 6:30-8:30pm.
Randi Solin Glass in Wakefield - VT-based artist exhibits thru July 11.
CT Academy of Fine Arts in Westerly - 114th Annual Juried Show is on now thru July 18 at Hoxie Gallery.
Contemporary Fiber in Warwick - Group exhibition on view thru August 16.
Mark your Calendar for Drinks with Artists July 11
Every month I organize a casual hangout for younger and emerging artists. Join me July 11 from 7-9pm at Small Format for inventive cocktails and great company.
Art Happenings Around New England
Burlington Micro Gallery Opens Today - June 27 at noon in Burlington, MA.
Diana Carbone in Cambridge - Photo show opens June 28, 6-8pm.
Clay Bead Making in Portland, ME - June 29, 12 - 3pm.
Danforth Annual Juried Exhibition - On view June 28 - August 24 in MA.
Color Shape Light at Maine Art Hill - On thru July 2.
Arts Week at Sunapee Harbor in NH - July 11 - 19.
No Empty Spaces in Natick, MA - Info session July 12 and 13 at 2pm.
Art Happy Hours in New Britain, CT - Thursdays 5:30-8:00pm.
Faces and Figures in Chester, CT - Ongoing.
Last Chance for Traditional Arts Grant in New Hampshire
Today (Friday, June 27) is the deadline for Folklife and Traditional Arts Grants in New Hampshire. This funding aims to preserve traditional art forms. Artists can request $1,000 - $8,000.
Public Art Opportunities in Rhode Island and Maine
Providence ACT is seeking proposals for new murals at Young Woods Elementary. Three semifinalists will each receive $500. Total project budget is $12,500. Inquire by July 1.
RISCA has two opportunities with deadlines approaching. The first is for a $65,000 exterior mural at Eleanor Slater Hospital. The second call is for a comprehensive interior artwork plan with a budget of $160,000. Both have a deadline of July 11.
The Maine Art Commission has two opportunities listed via its Percent for Art program. One project has a $127k+ budget (Deadline July 14). The second has a $12k+ budget (Deadline July 25).
Residency at Boston Center for the Arts
BCA is seeking artists to activate its historic Cyclorama. Artists will then collaborate with two filmmakers, who will be selected via a separate call. Looks like an interesting opportunity to make something new! Deadline is July 28.
Lead a Local Art Space
The Pawtucket Arts Collaborative, a volunteer-run space with a sizable gallery, is seeking a volunteer President in the fall. Required attendance at monthly Zoom meetings, four major shows, and more. Email Victoria at volunteerpawtucketartsc@gmail.com including a resume to express interest.
Art Jobs
COO at Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT - Salary of $225-$250k… yes, you read that right, a quarter of a million dollars. Anyway, apply ASAP if interested.
Art School Student Services in Westport, CT - $16.35/hr. Apply ASAP.
Expressive Arts Case Management in Bridgeport, CT - $24/hr. Apply ASAP.
Two Year Old Art Teacher in Burlington, VT - $1k bonus. $20+hr. Apply ASAP.
Rare Book Cataloguer at Brown - $65k+ Apply ASAP.
Indigenous Collections Project Archivist at Brown - $65k+. Apply ASAP.
Graphic Designer in RI - Pay not listed. Apply ASAP.
Assist. Director at Gallery in Concord, MA - $70k. Apply by July 7.
Exec. Director at Arts Center in Norwell, MA - $35/hr. Apply by July 11.
Development Officer at NEFA - $72k. Apply by July 28.
Architectural Studio Coordinator in Boston - $33-$42k. Apply by July 31.
Development Director in Portland, ME - $70k. Apply by August 4.
3D Studio Assistant in Natick, MA - $15/hr. Apply by August 18.
Grants System Manager at MA Cultural Council - $75-$110k. Apply by August 18.
Contract Graphic Designer for Boston Baroque - $9k fee. Apply by August 21.
Are You an Emerging Artist in RI? I want to see your work!
I am organizing another exhibition of emerging talents in Rhode Island. If you’re interested in being in a group show about the next generation of RI artists, please fill out my group exhibition interest form ASAP to be considered. It’s free.
Calls for Art
Color Symphony Online - Via RIWS. $300 in prizes. $15 fee. Deadline June 27 (Today!)
In the Moment at Galatea in Boston - $40 fee. Deadline June 27 (Today!)
Arts Illuminated in New Bedford, MA - Show at Hatch Street Studios. Deadline June 27 (Today!)
What Color Are Your Feelings at RI Latino Arts - No fee. Due July 1.
Outdoor Art Fair in Nashua, NH - $25 jury fee. Due July 1.
Street Photography in Providence - $475 in prizes. $45 fee. Due July 1.
LGBTQIA+ Craft Exhibition - Brookfield Center for Craft in CT is accepting submissions thru July 11.
All or Nothing in Newport - ArtTalk seeks works thru July 11.
Shape of Who We Are at New Bedford Art Museum - $1,500 in prizes. $40 fee. Deadline July 11.
Gallery 263 Small Works - Sliding scale fee $10-$30. Deadline July 13.
Major Pastel Show in CT - $7,000+ in prizes. Entries start at $55. Due July 14.
“Rising” at Aplomb Gallery in NH - $35 fee. Due July 15.
Colorful Craft in VT - Frog Hollow Craft Gallery call open thru July 20.
‘Scapes at PAC Announced - Fall juried show featuring over $450 in prizes. Entries start at $20. Due August 20.
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