Every experience, good or bad, large or small, makes you uniquely you. You are the sum of many things, and each and every one of them feeds into your art whether you realize it or not. Of course, most artists can point to the things that inspire them, that feel central to and in their work, but what about the more subtle nuances, those currents you may not even realize are moving you – they matter just as much, dare I say it maybe even more. And one of the best ways to keep embracing new experiences is to seek out and apply for as many opportunities as possible. Here are a few to keep you motivated.
Cape Fear Studios invites artists 18+ to submit up to three original works in any medium for its 6 by Exhibit. One dimension must measure 6 inches. Visit the website for more information and to submit work. Deadline is August 10.
Wassaic Project invites artists to submit work, installations, performances, or printed projects for various upcoming deadlines. Learn more at the website. Deadlines vary.
Quinn Emanuel invites Bay Area emerging and mid-career artists to apply for a four-month residency that provides a Silicon Valley studio, $20,000 stipend, $1,500 materials budget, curatorial support, and a culminating exhibition. For details and to apply, visit the website. Deadline is August 14.
Praxis Center believes in the power of artists to shape their lived experience into something worth putting into the world. And we want to ensure each and every one has the resources they need to know how to make that leap. Give Praxis a try today and see how far it can take you.
Brainard Carey is an author, artist and educator. He is the director of Praxis Center for Aesthetics and is currently faculty at the School of Visual Arts in NYC. He has written seven books for artists, including Making it in the Art World. His seventh book, The Problems in the Art World: An Artist’s A-Z Action Guide, is available now.
Photo credit: Wassaic Project