Member News February 23, 2011

NEW! 6) Request for Proposals: Public Art Sculpture, Nunatsiavut Government Building, Hopedale (NL)

ICCL Limited is providing Project Management and engineering design services to the Nunatsiavut Government to construct a new government building in Hopedale, NL.

We are seeking proposals from artists interested in creating a sculptural work of art for the building. Nunatsiavut, which means 'our beautiful land' in Inuttitut, is the homeland of Labrador Inuit who have lived in the magnificent lands of Labrador for thousands of years. From the majesty of the Torngat Mountains to the rugged beauty of the rivers and coastlines, Nunatsiavut has always been the home of the Labrador Inuit.

The Nunatsiavut Government was established in 2005. It is born out of the Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement, the result of three decades of work to realize long-held Inuit dreams of self-governance. The Nunatsiavut Government is a regional Inuit government within the Province of Newfoundland & Labrador. They are the first Inuit region to achieve self-government.

Further information on Nunatsiavut can be found at the NG web site: http://www.nunatsiavut.com

About the Project
1 The sculpture will be an Inukshuk which is the symbol of Nunatsiavut.
2 The sculpture will be located in a cupola above the entrance to the building overlooking the harbor in Hopedale, Labrador. Reference Appendix "C".
3 The surface of the sculpture shall resemble Labrador Serpentine rock.
4 The project budget is not to exceed $7,000 + HST.

Proposal Requirements
1 Artists interested in creating this commissioned work of art should submit the following materials by Thursday March 3rd, 2011 at 3:00pm Newfoundland standard time to be considered:
1 A narrative briefly describing the concept (including information such as medium and finish, approximate dimensions within the
parameters of the specified space limitations);
2 Colour sketch or scale mock-up of sculpture;
3 Project budget including all costs such as delivery;
4 Schedule;
5 Maintenance plan/requirements;
6 Resume, contact information and artist statement;
7 Support material such as examples of other works and/or reviews of similar work, including photos.

For a copy of the detailed request for proposals, please contact:
Mary Bishop, Senior Project Manager with CBCL Limited: maryb@cbcl.ca

OR Access it on this ftp site:

Option 1
1. open your Internet Explorer web browser.
2. enter ftp://ftp.cbcl.ca in the address bar.
3. If you're prompted with the following message: "To view this FTP site in Windows Explorer, click Page, and then click Open FTP Site in Windows Explorer." You can find the 'page' button in the upper right hand corner of Internet Explorer and the "Open FTP Site" option towards the bottom of the menu.
4. right click on the window and select the Login As option...
5. enter your username and password. (user: hopedale/ pass: hdl496)
6. you can now copy/paste files to/from the ftp folder similar to a regular windows explorer folder.

Option 2
1. Go to www.cbcl.ca
2. Under the "Our Firm" menu, select "eBusiness"
3. Find the " Click here to access our web based FTP (previously The Zone)."
4. You should now be at a webpage with a "Serv-U" prompt.
5. For the username, type in: hopedale
6. Password is: hdl496

To download files from the folder, click the download option on the bottom menu. It will then prompt you for the location of the files you'd like to save. When you're all done, you can logout using the menu option in the top right hand corner.

*** Note: Some clients experience difficulties with this method, especially if their company's firewalls block port 8080.

NEW! 7) Call for Entry: Generation 2.0, Montreal (QC)

Deadline: March 10, 2011

Artists of all disciplines and levels are invited to submit proposals for Arte Montreal, a great opportunity to showcase your talent, skill, and originality.

Organized by the Association of Italian Canadian Writers, this multidisciplinary event will reflect the theme - Generation 2.0 - in all its expressive forms: Writing, Painting, Sculpture, Video, Video Installations, Design, Photography, Graphics, and Dance. This live event will take place on May 12, 2011 at the Casa D'Italia, 505 Jean Talon Est, Montreal. Selected artists are responsible for the shipping and insurance of their artwork to, from and during the event, and to attend at their own expense.

Submission Fee: $15.00 CAD (FREE for AICW members in good standing) Cheques must be made out to the Association of Italian Canadian Writers at 7181 Beubien, P.O. Box 41, Montreal, QC, H1M 2Y2.

Each artist may submit a maximum of 5 pieces. Applications should be emailed to artemontreal@aicw.ca, and must include the following: Artwork title(s), Artwork image(s) in either jpg, gif, or pdf, Artwork description (year, technique, etc.), Your bio (max 75 words written in third person), Your contact Information.

Selected artworks must be ready for display (framed or on canvas). Minimum size required for display is 16" x 20". Contact artemontreal@aicw.ca for details regarding sponsorship opportunities.

For more information on the organization, please visit www.aicw.ca

NEW! 8) Call for Entry: 2011 Cheongju International Craft Biennale, Korea

Since its debut in 1999, the Cheongju International Craft Biennale(CICB) has biennially extended the horizon of Craft through a variety of themes, stretching the vision of contemporary craft. Canada was the official guest country in 2009, and Finland holds the honor in 2011. Artists the world over are invited to submit work to the annual competition.

The CICB has brought about innovation and change in the craft world - but for 2011, the Biennale will focus on the lessons of traditional craft in contemporary work through two pillars: usefulness(necessity) and artistry(beauty). Essentially, the event will focus on 'craft in a daily lift here and now'. Hence the 2011 theme: ''Not the New, Just the Necessary'', suggesting an aesthetic of usefulness beyond the implemental. Deep and diverse craft-interpretations on the theme will be shown through the 7th CHEONGJU International Craft Competition, and craft artists the world over are encouraged to submit.

For more information on the competition, including details on how to apply, visit the website at http://okcj.org/home/skins/8/4_1_en.html

9) Call for Submissions: Canadian Aboriginal Arts and Writing Challenge

Deadline: March 31, 2011

An initiative of The Historica-Dominion Institute, The Canadian Aboriginal Writing and Arts Challenge invites Aboriginal writers and artists (ages 14-29) to compose or create an original work that explores an aspect of Canadian Aboriginal history.

For the first time in the Challenge's seven-year history, the Institute is seeking two-dimensional visual art submissions. We hope the program's expansion to arts will make the Challenge available to a new audience of Aboriginal youth - those who instead express themselves through mediums like painting, drawing and photography.

Emerging writers and artists have their work judged by the foremost in the field, including artists Kent Monkman and Stan Bevan. Winning written entries are published in Canada's History magazine, and winning artwork is exhibited in a gallery. Finalists are awarded cash prizes of up to $2,000 and published on the program website, http://www.our-story.ca.

Every year, hundreds of Canadian youth are inspired to share their stories. Through writing and art, courageous young members of the community have come forward to interpret their heritage, community and culture while bringing awareness to Aboriginal identity. The newly expanded Canadian Aboriginal Arts and Writing Challenge offers renewed motivation for a new generation of Aboriginal artists and writers looking to make their mark on the Canadian cultural landscape.

10) Call to Artists: Provincial Historic Sites, Bonavista (NL)

Deadline: ongoing

Provincial Historic Sites has embarked on a strategic campaign to enhance the visitor experience at our sites by providing engaging quality programming. PHS Bonavista is interested in discussing possibilities and opportunities for local artists to become more involved in our public programming. Both Cape Bonavista Lighthouse Provincial Historic Site and Mockbeggar Plantation Provincial Historic Site have distinctive and one of a kind indoor and outdoor venues, adequate space and high numbers of visitors.

We believe this offers an exciting opportunity for local artists to create and display family appropriate pieces of their work that are thematically linked to our sites.

If you are interested in meeting with us to discuss please contact me, Don Johnson, at (709) 468 7300 or email Bonavista@seethesites.ca

11) Call to Artists: Art Market 2011, Calgary (AB)

Deadline: April 1, 2011

Show Dates: November 17-20, 2011

Art Market has established a reputation as an excellent marketplace for high quality art and craft. The 2011 (25th annual) sale features over 200 artisans from across Canada exhibiting over four days in Calgary, Alberta. Space has been reserved for new exhibitors. Art Market is searching for talented artisans to participate in this year's event.

For more info and application details:
www.artmarketcraftsale.com
info@artmarketcraftsale.com