Farmer's Market- Huddy Park, Downtown Toms River

http://www.downtowntomsriver.com/bid/market.htm

The Farmers' Market is located in Huddy Park, on Water Street.


The Market is open every Wednesday
June 8 - October 26, 2011.

Jersey Fresh

Join us the 1st Wednesday of each month to celebrate Jersey Fresh Fruit and vegetables!


June 8
July 6
August 3
September 7
October 5

Strawberries & Lettuces
Blueberries & Sweet Corn
Peaches & Tomatoes
Plums & Eggplants
Apples & Pumpkins


On each of the above dates:

Enter the free raffle to win a basket of Jersey Fresh produce!
Farmers & vendors will feature the fruit and vegetable of the month.

Proudly produced
by Downtown Toms River
Visit with local vendors- Select from fresh produce, fruits and vegetables, plants, herbs, fresh baked goods , honey, chowders, raviolis, crab cakes, cheeses, pickles, nuts and candy!


Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) and Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP) vouchers are accepted by some farmers. To obtain vouchers or for questions, please contact the following:

Ocean County WIC Program
175 Sunset Avenue
Toms River, NJ
732-341-9700, ext 7520
Ocean County Office of Senior Services
1027 Hooper Avenue, Building # 2
Toms River, NJ
732-929-2091

Interested in being a vendor?- Call Allen Consulting at
732-946-2711 to register.

Out and About

link to the Out & About - a fine magazine put out by the Ocean County Cultural & Heritage Commission.


http://www.co.ocean.nj.us/OutAboutListingPage.aspx

Artist Opportunities

Looking for Exhibition Space?
The Holmdel Theatre Company is seeking to support local artists by displaying their work in our lobby. The next upcoming show is HOUSE AND GARDEN which runs July 15 through 30. and DROP DEAD which runs November 4 through 12.
We would love to have the artist come to look at the space and set their pieces up as they would like them displayed. Our lobby does not have a lot of wall space. We display on several small easels set up on a large table. The easels hold pieces up to about 2 feet wide / tall comfortably, but we may be able to accommodate some larger pieces by purchasing additional easels. In the past we have displayed between 6 to 8 pieces. We have made up signs with the artist's name, personal statement & purchasing information. We also include this information in the program as well.
Work can be for sale. The Theatre is not requesting a commission.
An effort is made to match the theme of the play with the artist's theme when possible. HOUSE AND GARDEN, anything that you might see displayed in a very traditional, upscale British house. For DROP DEAD, we can go modern and funky.
Full insurance on the building which is kept locked unless a member of the Board of Directors is there.
Contact: Rebecca 732.946.0427

Need Artists for Fresh Air Fair!!!

Gallery 1603
1603 Long Beach Blvd, Surf City (LBI), NJ 08008

Only a couple more openings available! Act fast!

Sunday Aug 22, 9am - 3pm
Rain date: Aug 29

local HANDMADE art and craft work -
art demos- face painting- storytime - great food-
music- lots of art and fun for the whole family

If you are interested in being a vendor
contact: staff@gallery1603.com or
call: 609.494.1699
deadline Aug 15th

Film One Fest

Dear Potential FilmOneFest Artist Vendor,

Thank you for your interest in participating, as an artist vendor in the second annual FilmOneFest, Saturday, July 17, 2010, in the beautiful Atlantic Highlands Marina in historic Atlantic Highlands, NJ. The FREE festival will feature one-minute videos and films from local, national and international filmmakers. Due to last year’s success, we have decided to add food and fine art vendors to the mix, enhancing an already exciting experience for all attendees.

GENERAL FilmOneFest EVENT INFORMATION:

STREET FAIR: 2-6pm, 1st Avenue, Music, Food and Vendors
FILM FESTIVAL: Music: 7pm; Film: 9pm FREE! Popcorn, Food & Art for sale
RAIN/HIGH WIND VENUE: Moved to the Charles Hesse Parish Center, 55 South Ave., AH
AWARDS RECEPTION: Sunday, July 18, 11am-1pm, $15 ea. Julia's Restaurant, 91 First Ave., AH
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS FOOD PANTRY: Non perishable food donations accepted at all events

ARTIST VENDOR INFORMATION:

1. Booth Size: 20’ x 10’, located on black top, Simon Lake Drive (near Senior Citizen’s Center)

2. Hours of Artist Operation: 7:00pm – 9:30 pm (set-up between 6:00 pm and 6:30 pm – breakdown when screening begins)

3. Set-up: 6:00 pm

a. Rental Fee: $35.00 p/space

b. Exclusive to the first fourteen (14) participants, first-come, first-serve

c. Each vendor will sell fine art items unique to their own booth

d. Each vendor must provide a list of what they are selling (see included form)

e. Included in booth rental

i. General common area lighting

ii. Area for trash disposal

f. Electric Fee: $10

i. Generators are not allowed, due to noise and the disruption of the film screenings

ii. If you need electric please contact: Robert O’Connor, FilmOneFest Co-Chair, at rjocon@mac.com

4. Artist Vendors must provide:

a. Trash bags for booth trash (we will advise later regarding the designated area for Borough pick up)

b. Bring you own tables, equipment, signage, and service

i. Everything must be kept within the space allotted

5. Rain/High Wind Venue: In the event the festival is moved to the back-up location, the following will take place:

a. Artist vendors will be given a designated area in the Cafeteria

6. Refunds will not be given due to any circumstance (vendor cancellation or change of venue). In the event of a venue change, booth rental will defer the cost of Housekeeping at the facility.

LICENSES, INSPECTIONS AND APPLICATION INFORMATION

Contact: Dwayne Harris, Municipal Clerk – AH Borough Hall, 732-291-1444, x613

1. Festival at Street Fair:

· If you are interested in participating in the Street Fair, please contact Sherilyn Przelomski, Chamber of Commerce, at info@atlantichighlands.org

2. Festival in Harbor: Complete attached registration form

3. Insurance Requirements:

· Contact: Beth 732-291-1444 x 611 at Atlantic Highlands Borough Hall with questions

· Certificate of Insurance

· Limits of liability (see attached form with conditions):

· Hold Harmless Agreement document

a. Businesses to be listed in Hold Harmless Statement: FilmOneFest, Atlantic Highlands Arts Council, Borough of Atlantic Highlands, Harbor Commission and St Agnes/Mother Teresa School

Thank you for your participation in the FilmOneFest, I look forward to working with you,

Norma

Norma V. Kornwebel

normavkornwebel@aol.com

FilmOneFest Artist Vendor Chairperson

Jams In The City Entertainment

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, AUGUST 28 & 29, 2010 in Vineland, NJ
Jams In The City Entertainment & the Boys & Girls Club Of Vineland are again teaming up to present thousands of men, women and children in family groupings with a weekend of entertainment, culture, relaxation and togetherness. Display, demonstrate and sell your products and services to an enthusiastic and receptive audience.
The festival is scheduled to take place from 12noon to 8pm each day in Giampietro Park.
•
• 10 X 10 booth space Exhibitor Spaces located at various locations inside the Park
•
• Free event open to the public B.Y.O.G. – Bring Your Own Generator
A. Craft vendor/exhibitor......$100 per day / $150 both days
B. Food vendor......$200 per day / $300 both days
C. Corporate exhibitor......$300 per day / $500 both days
To further inquire about this vendor/exhibitor opportunity, please call Dorian Gilmer at 609-813-1250.
JAM IN THE PARK MARDI GRAS FESTIVAL AUGUST 28 & 29, 2010 Giampietro Park, Vineland, NJ
A festive and entertaining atmosphere of music, performers, vendors, exhibitors, food, treats and fun will be presented all day to attract thousands of consumers. Please complete the following information and submit your payment asap!
First Name___________________________________ Last Name_______________________________ Phone____________________________________ E-Mail__________________________________ Best Time(s) to Reach You_________________________ Address______________________________________ City, State, Zip_________________________________
Business Name______________________________________________________
Briefly Describe Product(s) and/or Service(s) ___________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________
How Many People Will Be Working Your Booth? ____________________________________
(1) I/we agree to participate in JAM IN THE PARK FESTIVAL, managed by JAMS IN THE CITY ENTERTAINMENT. I/we understand that I /we will have access to consumers for approx. eight (8) hours 12noon-8pm each day for up to 2 days. First come first-served, and may only be reserved with a signed agreement accompanied by full payment. Total space fees are due to accompany this form unless otherwise agreed to by event organizer. All spaces are: 10 x 10 ft. and vending operations must be contained within contracted space.
(2) I/we understand that the booth cannot be shared with other businesses and all items displayed must be approved by JAMS IN THE CITY. I/we will comply and be responsible for all local and state permit requirements and all Merchantile, Health Dept. & Fire Dept. regulations.
(3) Please reserve the indicated number of space(s) for me/us on the date(s) indicated at JAM IN THE PARK:
Circle Choices and Then Indicate Date(s) and Number of Tables or Booths X Vendor Fee = Amount Due DEADLINE FOR RESPONDING WITH PAYMENT IS JULY 1, 2010. FIRST-COME, FIRST-SERVED. Rates Per 10 X 10 Space (indicate your choice(s))
A. Craft Vendor/Exhibitor......$100 per day / $150 both days (___)Sat, 8/28/10 + (___)Sun, 8/29/10 X _________ space(s) X $___________ = $___________________
B. Food Vendor......$200 per day / $300 both days (___)Sat, 8/28/10 + (___)Sun, 8/29/10 X _________ space(s) X $___________ = $___________________
C. Corporate Exhibitor......$300 per day / $500 both days (incl. 2 tickets to Fri. MG Bash) (___)Sat, 8/28/10 + (___)Sun, 8/29/10 X _________ space(s) X $___________ = $___________________
(4) Signature __________________________________ Date ____________ Total Amt. Enclosed $_______________
Vendor / Exhibitor Booth Registration
Contact Information
Business Information
By My Signature Below:
MAKE CHECK OR MONEY ORDER PAYABLE TO: BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF VINELAND (Non-profit Tax ID 223604451)
MAIL COMPLETED FORM & PAYMENT TO: DORIAN GILMER, P.O. Box 1502, Atlantic City, NJ 08404-1502

Art for Stripes 2010

To support wounded Soldiers and other heroes returning home from the battlefield, International Arts Movement and Reflections of Generosity are working together to create a CD with songs about restoration and healing by recording artists Christa Wells, Christy Tennant, Kyla Kelsey, Lief Liebmann, and other musicians. In order to make every CD special, we plan on including original artwork inside the cover of each CD. Our goal is to have five hundred art pieces by July 31, 2010.

Selected cards will be exhibited in Katterbach Germany for the 9-11 memorial ceremony. These will be shown in conjunction with the traveling Reflections of Generosity exhibit.

Size: 4.75" x 4.75" (must fit into CD jewel case)
Surface: Card stock or paper
Medium: Any medium that does not interfere with CD
Fee: None (donations through www.reflectionsofgenerosity.com are appreciated)
You may submit as many cards as you like. Please put personal words of encouragement, a poem, or anything else you think would be appropriate on the back of the cards.

Please send completed cards to:
Art for Stripes
Gerda Liebmann
1 William Street
Highlands, NJ 07732

For information about Reflections of Generosity, please contact:
Ron Kelsey
Nonprofit Artist
Military Liaison for the Arts
www.reflectionsofgenerosity.com

Auditions !

ACTOR WANTED

Film maker looking for a 10 year old male actor for a
lead part in a comedy that will be entered in the Sundance Film Festival. Shooting begins in June - Red Bank and Asbury Park.
Call Chris McDonnell for details:310.877.1629

AUDITIONS! The Middletown Peer Players will be holding auditions for STARMITES! The Musical

May 17th & May 18th 5:00 -8:00 PM

Middletown Arts Center

Starmites! Is the story of a shy teenage girl who falls into the fantasy world of her comic book collection. Parts are available for males and females ages 16 to 25. Bring sheet music of a 16-bar cut and accompaniment will be provided. Be ready to dance. Callbacks will be held on May 20th at 5:00 pm.

SHOWDATES:July 29, 30, August 6, 7 at 8:00 pm

July 31 and August 8th at 3:00 pm

LOCATION: Middletown Arts Center

Call: 732-706-4100 for more information

Spotlight Players Auditions for Into The Woods
May 29th 2010 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
May 31st 2010 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Spotlight Players is proud to announce auditions for the Sondheim/Lapine musical Into the Woods. All ages are encouraged to audition. Please prepare ANY broadway style song for the audition (a Sondheim number is preferred but not required).
Location: First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, Route 34, Matawan
Phone: 732-583-7874
www.spotlightplayers.org

Auditions!

Spotlight Players Auditions for Into The Woods

May 29th 2010 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
May 31st 2010 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Spotlight Players is proud to announce auditions for the Sondheim/Lapine musical Into the Woods. All ages are encouraged to audition. Please prepare ANY broadway style song for the audition (a Sondheim number is preferred but not required).
Location: First Presbyterian Church of Matawan, Route 34, Matawan
Phone: 732-583-7874
www.spotlightplayers.org

AUDITIONS! The Middletown Peer Players will be holding auditions for STARMITES! The Musical May 17th & May 18th 5:00 -8:00 PM

Middletown Arts Center

Starmites! Is the story of a shy teenage girl who falls into the fantasy world of her comic book collection. Parts are available for males and females ages 16 to 25. Bring sheet music of a 16-bar cut and accompaniment will be provided. Be ready to dance. Callbacks will be held on May 20th at 5:00 pm.

SHOWDATES:July 29, 30, August 6, 7 at 8:00 pm

July 31 and August 8th at 3:00 pm

LOCATION: Middletown Arts Center

Call: 732-706-4100 for more information

Prospectus - CTA (Call to Artists)

Downtown Toms River 2^nd Annual

Arts & Music Festival 2010

Saturday, May 22, 2010

12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Huddy Park

Water St. & Rt. 166 (Main St.)

Toms River, NJ 08753

[Contact Person:

Arleen Read, Marketing Director, Downtown Toms River 732-341-8738]

This is an outdoor festival celebrating live music, dance, visual arts and fine crafts of our region.

About the Event:

We encourage emerging artists as well as those with established reputations to participate in this juried show. There is an abundant amount of talent within our town limits, as well as in the county and throughout the state. The purpose of the exhibit is not only to sell art, but to also showcase the talent of local artists, and to enlighten and delight the general public. Prizes will be awarded the day of the show for Best in Show, 2^nd place, 3^rd place and honorable mention. Judging is the day of the event.

To be considered for the jury process, artists are required to submit two images by email.

All work submitted must be available for sale and must be original work by the artist (limited edition prints by the artist are also acceptable). There are a finite number of spaces available and only the highest quality work will be selected for participation. Submission of work is not a guarantee of acceptance into the show.

About the Juror:

Artist Virginia Perle maintains her studio in Toms River near the scenes and activities that have become the inspiration of her many paintings. She has been painting most of her life and was formally educated in fine art at Montclair State College and with many renowned watercolorists. She has taught watercolor and oil painting but now concentrates on her own work. Ginny has exhibited in the Rotunda of the House of Representatives office building in Washington, DC and at the Statehouse in Trenton in a summer-long one-artist exhibit. Her work is included in the popular books “To the Shore Once More”, Vol. 1 & 11, the cover and prints in the book “A Cats a Century Tradition” and “LBI Rhapsody.” Ginny has art and illustrations in the magazine Jersey Shore and an article of her work in Shore Life magazine. Her home and studio are on Money Island, TomsRiver.

Awards:

Best in Show: $200

2^nd place: $100

3^rd place: $50

Honorable mention (certificate)

Awards announced at 4:00 p.m.

Entry Fees & Application Process:

Entry Fees:

1. $10 Jury Fee (non-refundable)

2. $75 Booth Fee (10 x 10 booth space). Note…Artist will receive a $25 Booth Fee refund at the end of the day of show (provided artist remains set up at show until 4:30 p.m., and their space is clean before leaving).

Application Process:

1. Email TWO images of work (that will be for sale on day of show) to tomsriverartfest@yahoo.com Include your last name, first name, address, phone number, title of work, medium, dimension of work and price in the email.

2. Complete the entry form below and mail it along with TWO checks…one for $10 (Jury Fee) AND one for $75 (Booth Fee) made payable to:

Downtown Toms River Business Development Corp.

218 Main Street

Toms River, NJ 08753

Att: Arts & Music Festival

NOTE…The $75 Booth Fee check will not be cashed unless you are accepted into the show. The $75 checks from artists that are not accepted will be returned.

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Entry Form

Last Name:

First Name:

Address:

City,State,Zip:

Phone Number:

Email:

1.Title of work:

Medium:

Size:

Price:

2.Title of work:

Medium:

Size:

Price:

Signature: __________________________________

By signing entry form you agree to all requirements

Work: Hanging art must be suitably framed, wired and prepared for hanging. All work must be professionally displayed and must be for sale and available for the entire day (unless sold to a customer).

Sales: All sales proceeds remain with the artist. No commissions or other fees apply.

Artist information for Day of Event:

The booth space is approx 10 x 10. Tents, tables and chairs are the responsibility of the artist.

A $25 Booth Fee refund will be given to the artist at the end of the day (provided artist remains set up at show until 4:30 p.m., and their spacer is clean before leaving).

“THIS PROGRAM IS MADE POSSIBLE IN PART BY A GRANT ADMINISTERED BY THRE OCEAN COUNTY CULTURAL & HERITAGE ARTS/DEPARTMENT OF STATE, A PARTNER AGENCY OF THE NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.’

Arleen Read

Marketing Director

Downtown Toms River

732-341-8738

Artists Wanted! Art in the Park

Artists Wanted, 12th annual Art in the Park

May 30 Sunday

10:00 - 5:00PM

2010 Art in the Park event returns to Long Branch on Memorial Day weekend, those of us who create, collect and appreciate fine local art know just what to expect.Last year's 11th annual edition was the most successful ever, with more than 60 participating artists enjoying perfect weather, a record turnout and a positive buzz that's made Art in the Park one of the biggest outdoor art happenings in New Jersey.

The Long Branch Arts Council & Long Branch Historical Association invite artists from all over New Jersey to take part in our 12th annual event in West End Park, one block from the beach at the corner of Ocean & Brighton Ave. Wanted: Works on Paper, Works on Canvas, Sculpture, Mixed Media, and Photography - so whether you're a seasoned professional or a relative

newcomer, this can be a great opportunity to get your work before the public, in a supportive and highly visible setting that offers a People's Choice Award and honors in each category.This is not an "art sale" of commercially produced items, but an art and fine crafts event in which the participants display - and sell - work which they have created themselves, with no commission taken by the event organizers. It's sponsored by the Long Branch Arts Council, in partnership with the Long Branch Historical, with support from the City of Long Branch.Interested artists will be asked to send photos or JPEGS of their work for consideration (those who participated in the 2009 show need not submit material for review).

Deadline: Saturday, May 15.

Non-refundable entry fee: $40

INFO: Mare Akana at 732.542-1307

ArtsCap- Logo Contest- Artist Opportunity

CityArts/AsburyPark Logo Design Contest Specifications, Dates & Deadlines
ArtsCAP, the Arts Coalition of Asbury Park is on the look out for the artistically inclined. The non-profit group seeks logo design submissions for its upcoming CityArts/Asbury Park festival. The logo design contest is open to professionals, amateurs and students and the winner will receive a $100 cash prize.

CityArts/AsburyPark, a full weekend celebration of the arts in Asbury Park, NJ, is set for September 24-25, 2010. The festival will be a multi media, multi arts event featuring the work of local and national artists in all the disciplines. The city’s many non-profit arts groups, arts businesses, and individual artists are expected to participate, according to ArtsCAP president, Dennis Carroll.

CityArts/AsburyPark will be centered around an arts walk or tour from Main Street, though the downtown shopping district, south along Wesley Lake and east to the oceanfront boardwalk. It will feature art exhibitions; music, theater and dance performances; street art fair; film showings; spoken word and literary events and art installations. The festival will embrace a wide spectrum of artistic styles and media.

Logo Designs must include:
The words: CityArts (one word as written) and Asbury Park or AsburyPark. The words may be connected or separate but must be in this order: CityArts followed by Asbury Park. Asbury Park may be in a smaller size.

A graphic or graphic elements that depict or express multi media/multi arts and/or the City of Asbury Park. These may be pictographic, symbolic or abstract. The committee is looking for dynamic, inventive, and arresting expressions of the festival.

The logo should work at both larger and smaller scales (without loss of detail). It will be
used on signage, programs, and t-shirts and be displayed in a variety of media formats including print, digital and video.

Designs may be submitted in either PDF, TIFF. PSD, AI, or vector EPS, Document size about 11 inches. Winning design will need to be capable of being rendered in vector EPS with fonts as outlines and in both CMYK and RGB versions for both print and web.

All entries will become the property of ArtsCAP. ArtsCAP reserves the right to make any adaptations for reproduction purposes to the prize winning design or to substitute its own design in place of the prize winning design.

Dates and Deadlines:
All entries must be submitted to info@artscap.org and must be received by midnight, April 30, 2010. Designs must be attached to email messages, not embedded. Message line must read: “CITYARTS LOGO CONTEST”

All entries must identify the designer(s) by name, category (professional, amateur, student), mailing address, telephone number, and email address. Parental consent must accompany any submissions by individuals under the age of 18.

The winner will be notified by phone or e-mail on or before May 3, 2010. The winner will receive a $100 cash prize. Decision of the judges will be final.

An unveiling event will be held in Asbury Park on May 6 to announce the winner (location to be announced).

Artwalk 2010 - Belmar

Artwalk 2010
April 18, 2010

Belmar's 2010 Artwalk is scheduled for April 18. The Artwalk Committee is looking for a few artists who would be interested in displaying their work in a Belmar shop and doing a demonstration. In particular, they are looking for an artist who specializes in Japanese artwork to be shown at Kota Sushi. They are also looking for artists to do chalk art on Belmar's sidewalks. If you would be interested, please email the BAC at (732) 749-3360

12th Annual Art in the Park - Call to Artists

Artists Wanted, 12th annual Art in the Park

May 30 Sunday

10:00 - 5:00PM

2010 Art in the Park event returns to Long Branch on Memorial Day weekend, those of us who create, collect and appreciate fine local art know just what to expect.Last year's 11th annual edition was the most successful ever, with more than 60 participating artists enjoying perfect weather, a record turnout and a positive buzz that's made Art in the Park one of the biggest outdoor art happenings in New Jersey.

The Long Branch Arts Council & Long Branch Historical Association invite artists from all over New Jersey to take part in our 12th annual event in West End Park, one block from the beach at the corner of Ocean & Brighton Ave. Wanted: Works on Paper, Works on Canvas, Sculpture, Mixed Media, and Photography - so whether you're a seasoned professional or a relative newcomer, this can be a great opportunity to get your work before the public, in a supportive and highly visible setting that offers a People's Choice Award and honors in each category.This is not an "art sale" of commercially produced items, but an art and fine crafts event in which the participants display - and sell - work which they have created themselves, with no commission taken by the event organizers. It's sponsored by the Long Branch Arts Council, in partnership with the Long Branch Historical, with support from the City of Long Branch.Interested artists will be asked to send photos or JPEGS of their work for consideration (those who participated in the 2009 show need not submit material for review).

Deadline: Saturday, May 15.

Non-refundable entry fee: $40

Monmouth Museum- Call for Entries

Dear All,

The New Jersey Emerging Artists Series is an important and integral part of our programming at the Monmouth Museum, and we are delighted to provide this unique opportunity for artists to showcase their work. We are currently accepting entries for our Summer and Fall 2010 Series, and have extended our deadline for submissions to April 2nd. Would you kindly forward this announcement to anyone you know who may be interested? Our submission fee is just $10 per person.

Our Spring/Early Summer 2010 Series begins with Jill Baker Gower's exhibition of Metal Sculpture on view March 26 through April 25. Please join us at her opening reception this Friday, March 26, from 6 - 8:00 pm. Our second artist featured this Spring is Riccardo Berlingeri, and an exhibition of his Paper Sculpture will be on view April 30 through May 30th. Michael Hynes is our third artist featured and an exhibition of his photographs will be on view June 4 through July 3. Please visit the Museum's website for more information about exhibition opening receptions and gallery talks.

Best regards,

Julia

CALL FOR ENTRIES
NJ Emerging Artists Series at the Monmouth Museum

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: April 2, 2010 CD Entries MUST ARRIVE at the Monmouth Museum by 4:30 p.m.
The New Jersey Emerging Artists Series consists of six annual monthly solo exhibitions to showcase the new work of NJ artists who have not previously held one-person exhibitions in our State. Selected artists are guided through the exhibition process, provided promotional materials and are encouraged to give an artist's talk during their exhibition to further increase their visibility.
Eligibility: The exhibition is open to any artist currently living in New Jersey who is 18 years of age or older and has not previously held a one-person exhibition in this State. This includes solo exhibitions in any public venue where work was exhibited for a period over 3 weeks, was publicized in the media, and was accompanied by an opening reception. Artwork will be considered in all media, but must be wall-mountable. Selected artists will be chosen from digital images submitted on a CD.
Submission Guidelines and Fees: Submissions are limited to a maximum of TEN pieces. Monmouth Museum members: FREE (membership form on website); Non-members: $10. Please visit www.monmouthmuseum.org for the prospectus with complete submission details including digital specifications and mailing address. For more information contact: Catherine Clark 732-747-2266 cclarkboyd@monmouthmuseuJulia Fiorino
Public Relations Coordinator
The Monmouth Museum
732-747-2266
jfiorino@monmouthmuseum.org

St Paul Art Show- Beachwood

St. Paul Lutheran Church Art Show and Sale

Time:11:00AM to 5PM, Saturday, May 15th

Location:Rtes 9 and 166, Beachwood, NJ

Fine Art Show and Sale

Free Admission, Food, Free Off-Street Parking. Every art collection started with one piece; Start your collection here. For more information, call Jean at 732-674-2486. Rain Date: May 22, 2010. ( Jean may still be accepting Artist Applications)

Middletown Talent Auditions

Middletown Talent Showcase Auditions!
March 19th 2010 6:00 PM
Bring your special brand of Talent to the Middletown Arts Center & join the show! Pre-register @ the Middletown Arts Center or download registration form: www.middletownarts.org Register by 3/12 to receive an audition appt. 3/19 or 3/20
Location: The Middletown Arts Center
Phone: 732-706-4100
Tickets: $10 per act auditioning
www.middletownarts.org

LBI National Juried Competition

The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences (LBIF) is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting current trends in the arts and sciences through exhibitions, classes, and programs. Located on a picturesque barrier island off the coast of New Jersey, the LBIF hosts approximately 30,000 visitors each summer.

About the Exhibition:
The LBIF encourages emerging artists as well as those with established reputations to participate in the National Juried Competition. The purpose of this exhibition is to showcase contemporary works of art created through digital processes that reflect innovative use of media, technical excellence, and personal vision. Works submitted may be two-dimensional, three-dimensional, or virtual. All entries must be original and must have been executed since 2007.


Juror: Marisa Olson

Marisa Olson is an artist, curator, and media theorist. Her critiques of contemporary art and digital visual culture have extended to writing for Flash Art, Art Review, Afterimage, Planet, and Art on Paper, and to curating exhibitions at the Guggenheim, SFMOMA, White Columns, Artists Space, SF Camerawork, and Rhizome. Her work has recently been presented by the Whitney Museum of American Art, Centre Pompidou-Paris, New Museum of Contemporary Art, 52nd International Biennale di Venezia, National Museum of Contemporary Art (Greece), the British Film Institute, the Berkeley Art Museum/Pacific Film Archive, and the Sundance Film Festival.
2010 Calendar of Important Dates

March 19 Entry Postmark Deadline
May 7 Notification sent to artists
June 12 - 21 Receiving accepted work:
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
June 24 Exhibition Opens
June 27 Reception: 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
July 20 Exhibition concludes

Call to Artists

Sitting or reclining, crossed legged or straight legged, sitting down or sitting on a high chair, squatting, being in the HOT SEAT, flying BY THE SEAT OF YOUR PANTS, or being ON THE EDGE OF YOUR SEAT. Many phrases describe the act of sitting. How do crafthaus artists interpret this? We would like to show examples of the act of "sitting" and leave this open to interpretation. Our idea is to show actual chairs, benches, couches and other seating objects AS WELL AS artwork that references and plays with the act of sitting or any meaning thereof. Work in ALL MEDIA ENCOURAGED!

All selected work will be part of an online exhibition. The exhibit is open to all members of Craft haus and will be posted for one month. There is no entry fee and includes no monetary awards.

ELIGIBILITY:
To be eligible, submitted work must be designed and made by the artist. No work made from kits will be considered. We are looking for work that would be at home in an art gallery.

SUBMISSION PROCESS:
1. Images: You may submit up to 5 pieces for consideration, each piece may be
represented by 1-2 images, a full view and a detail.
Include on each file image: your last name and title of the piece.
Ex:Smith_Tribeca_Chair.jpg
Size of image:medium size images work best on Craft haus. Send 300 x 400.jpg
format.

2. On a Word document:
a. List of materials
b. Dimensions in height x width x depth
c. Please include a maximum of 1-2 sentences about each furniture piece.
d. Contact information for us.

3. Submit directly to glenguarino@mac.com PLEASE DO NOT SEND YOUR SUBMISSIONS TO THIS CALL.

SCHEDULE:

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: 12.13.09

NOTIFICATION: 12.30.09 to 1.5.10 via email

EXHIBIT: 1.31.10 to 2.28.10

We look forward to seeing your work!
Thank you,
Glen and Marie Guarino
glenguarino@mac.com

About the Curators: Glen Guarino, Guarino Furniture Designs has a MA in Studio Furniture. He taught on the high school level for 32 years & has been an adjunct professor in the Fine Arts School at William Paterson University since 2001. Glen has been designing & making furniture since 1978. Some of his recent publications are in Fine Woodworking, 500 Tables by Lark & Studio Furniture from Today's leading Woodworkers is a Schiffer book. Glen has also been the subject of several articles & has appeared on TV. He exhibits in galleries & museums.
Marie taught Home Economics in inner city schools & has been helping Glen with his business for a number of years as his art agent...

Macy Fundraiser for local Foodbank- looking for artists!

Oct 17th
Ocean County Foodbank fundraiser/ promotion at Macy's, in Toms River Ocean County Mall. They are looking for local artists who would be interested in having a table- you would be allowed to promote yourselves - hand out marketing material , talk about TRACx81, etc. You could have a few samples of your work at the table.
Free. You can not sell, promotion only. Please call or email Helen regarding this wonderful opportunity.
732.966.4989
Helen McGovern
Please feel free to share this with anyone you feel may be interested.
You can also contact Helen McGovern by email- cut and paste below :
theonlymannequin@aol.com