Welcome to New England Art News
An artist profile, calls for art, and much more!
Welcome to New England Art News!
As someone who works with a LOT of artists, I realize that navigating opportunities in the field is challenging. Over the summer I have been posting a weekly roundup of art events and happenings in Rhode Island on my Instagram story and thought there might be a better and more reliable way to share these resources.
With this substack, I plan to share this kind of news about once a week (maybe every two weeks if it’s a slow period). It will be Rhode Island centric, but I will also be sharing openings, exhibitions, and other events from the region, as well as calls for art, grant opportunities, and more.
You can learn more about me at my website, and you can email me with ideas and suggestions to make this newsletter as valuable as possible. If you want to make sure you don’t miss future installments, subscribe below to get them in your inbox.
- Michael Rose
Read My Latest Profile for GoLocalProv
Each Wednesday, I publish an “Inside Art” column for the Providence-based news website GoLocalProv. This week, I wrote a feature on Traé Brooks, a talented metals resident at The Steel Yard. I hope you will read it and consider passing it along.
Local arts journalism is important and sharing these stories to your own social media feeds is a helpful way to buoy emerging artists.
Calls for Small Work from Around New England
On my personal blog, I have also been crafting some short lists of opportunities for New England artists. This week, I shared a post with seven calls for small artworks at galleries in Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Rhode Island.
Art Exhibitions and Events in Rhode Island
Below are some Rhode Island art happenings coming up in the next few days that I am excited about. They are arranged in order of date.
Art Educators Show Ends October 5 - Last days to see Dare to Create at Imago Gallery in Warren. Open 12-6pm.
Scandalous Conduct Final Weekend October 5 and 6 - An immersive documentary musical about a Navy scandal. On view Thursday - Friday from 12-4pm each day at Great Friends Meeting House in Newport.
Erase the Strata Opens October 6 at Odd-Kin - Nine person show of compelling contemporary work in East Providence. Reception is Sunday from 2-5pm.
Binch Press x Queer Archive Work Library Hours - Head to Harris Avenue in Providence to see thousands of artist-made zines. Open 12-3pm on October 6.
Creative Capital Tours October 5 and 6 - Providence Tour Company is offering art and architecture tours in Providence at 11am each day. Tickets are $30.
38th Annual Rhode Island Open Juried Exhibition - Opens Thursday, October 10 from 6-7:30pm at the Warwick Center for the Arts.
Two Shows at Public Through October 27 - A group show and a celebration of Guatemalan artists on view at Public’s new space in Olneyville.
Public Art Tours at Brown - Free tours of public art on the Brown campus, every Saturday and Sunday at 1pm.
Art Happenings Around New England This Week
There is so much art to see and experience across New England. Below is a selection of some events coming up that caught my eye. They are arranged in order of date.
Made in Germany Exhibition Tour - Harvard Art Museums is hosting a special exhibition tour on October 4 from 1-2pm.
Audubon Arts District Open Studios - Visit active artists’ studios in New Haven, CT on October 5 and 6 from 12-5pm each day.
Marvin Espy Gallery Talk - Lyman Allyn Museum in New London, CT, is hosting a gallery talk with artist Marvin Espy October 10 at 6pm. Tickets are $15 for non-members.
Fabric Arts Festival - A wide ranging cultural event happening in Fall River, MA and Providence, RI from October 10 - 13.
Attleboro Arts Museum Benefit Auction - Fundraiser to support an important community arts space in Attleboro, MA. Bidding Starts October 11.
Introduction to Serigraphs and Monotypes - Special workshop October 12 at Mystic Art Museum in Mystic, CT. Tuition is $140 for non-members.
Employment and Funding Opportunities
Plymouth Center for the Arts Seeks Executive Director - Salary range starts at $100,000 to manage a charming and energized arts space in Plymouth, MA.
Metalwerx in Waltham has Two Open Positions - Jobs for individuals familiar with metals and jewelry. One is $18/hr, One is $60,000 salaried.
Teach Crafts to Senior Citizens - Arlington, MA Housing Authority is seeking teaching artists. Pay is $50/hr.
MFA Seeks Lead Carpenter - Sounds like an ideal job for a sculptor or furniture maker looking for a gig. Pay ranges from $48.42 - $50.99/hr.
Grants for Creative Individuals - Unrestricted grants of $5,000 to Massachusetts artists courtesy of Mass Cultural Council. Deadline October 24, 2024.
Mini Grants for Artists in Lowell - Mosaic Lowell offers project grants of up to $1,000 annually. Deadline for fourth quarter is October 31, 2024.
Grants for Artists of Color Working with Ceramics - The Color Network offers a $500 grant every month to an artist of color working with ceramics - open to artists across the country. Application can be found by clicking here.
Residency Deadline
Vermont Studio Center Application Closes October 15 - Open to artists and writers. It’s pricey, but fellowships and discounts are available.
I appreciate you perusing these art events and opportunities. If you have a tip or suggestion, please feel free to email me at michael@michaelrosefineart.com.
Thank you for the work in this great compilation!