ArtServe Michigan maintains a directory of Michigan artists in all disciplines.  Artists who register in the directory receive via email  various notices of opportunities, such as, competitions, calls for entry, grants, studio space, workshops, etc.  If you would like us to consider your special opportunity to be included in a Michigan Artist Directory electronic mailing, please fill out the form below.  

Sample Submissions:

JOB OPPORTUNITY:
Michigan Legacy Art Park (MLAP) is seeking a part time (20 hours per week annualized) manager to be responsible for on site and administrative duties related to MLAP. Direct inquiries, cover letter, resume, and references to Ken Stevens, President, Michigan Legacy Art Park, 101 Studer Road,Grass Lake, MI 49240

CALL FOR SCULPTORS:  DEADLINE APRIL 1, 2003
The Cycling Salamander Fine Art Gallery in Charlevoix is seeking submissions for its 2003 Sculpture Park. The park will be open to the public July 1 - October 25, 2003. The opening reception is Saturday, July 19, 2003. The exhibit area consists of three acres of rolling terrain with pond, open meadow, and maple grove. Sculptors should send resume, artist statement, slides or photographs of work with dimensions and an SASE to: Chester Morris, Cycling Salamander/Sculptor Park, 02217 US31 S. Charlevoix, MI 49720.  For further information call 231-547-2333 or email: realpeoplevideo@core.com.

CALL FOR GLASS ARTISTS:
The Hallmark Companies, an established glass business in Macomb County announces the opening of a new glass gallery and studio. The gallery will be launched in April in order to coincide with Michigan Glass Month. The Hallmark Companies will offer a unique opportunity for artists as it will be the only art gallery in Macomb County to deal exclusively in glass and mirror art. Interested artists should contact  Whitney Lupo at 800-892-2230 or by email: hallmarkglass@yahoo.com.
 
CALL FOR ARTISTS:
WAYNE COUNTY COUNCIL FOR ARTS, HISTORY AND HUMANITIES is seeking artists from the Metro Detroit area to submit work for an invitational auction in conjunction with the St Vincent De Paul Society. Artists will receive a share of the auction proceeds. Call Suzanne at 313 972-3100 ext. 128 or call Robert Maniscalco at (313) 886-2993 for further information and an invitation/application. The deadline for entry has been extended to March 13th, the event is April 11th with a preview at the Maniscalco Gallery on April 4th, 2003. For other opportunities for artists, including paid Arts Mentorships, Artists Among Us Competition, Recognition Awards, Logo Contest go to www.waynearts.org.

ARMORY ARTS PROJECT SEEKS ARTISTS FOR 
AFFORDABLE LIVE/WORK SPACE
The Armory Arts Project in Jackson, Michigan is seeking Letters of Interest from working artists of all disciplines who are interested in living and working in this unique arts and cultural facility slated for opening in mid 2005. The Project is spearheaded by The Enterprise Group of Jackson in partnership with nationally acclaimed nonprofit arts developer Artspace Projects, Inc.  The affordable living and working space is aimed at artists attempting to support themselves through their art and whose current annual household incomes roughly range from $20,000 to $30,000. The Letter of Interest questionnaire is available in a printable downloadable version at the Enterprise Group of Jackson's web site, www.enterprisegroup.org. Click on Armory Arts Project and then Letter of Interest. This site also contains comprehensive information about the Project. For more information or to request that a Letter of Interest questionnaire be mailed to you, contact Director Neeta Delaney at (517) 788-4455 or neetadelaney@cs.com.

CALL FOR ENTRY: DEADLINE APRIL 30, 2003
The Allegan Area Arts Council seeks artists to participate in the Riverfront Art Fair on July 27, 2003. The council charges no commission and reserves the right to reject any work considered by the council board to be unacceptable. Booth fee is $40 and all work must be original. This year there will be $1000 in purchase awards.  To request an application, contact AAAC office director, Kathy Ollis, at 269-673-1655 or by email attic@datawise.net. If you wish to mail a request for an application, please send your inquiry to: Allegan Area Arts Council, P.O. Box 343, Allegan, MI  49010.  APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 30, 2003, (Applications will be accepted after that date with a late fee.)

CALL FOR ENTRY: DEADLINE MARCH 17, 2003 and later
The Starkweather Art and Cultural Center seeks artists (individuals and groups) to exhibit in the year 2004 and beyond. Two and three-dimensional work by artists 18 and older will be considered. The Starkweather Art & Cultural Center (SACC), a non-profit art center, located at 219 N. Main Street in the Village of Romeo, Michigan, features two main exhibition galleries: The Ford Gallery and The Starkweather Gallery. All submissions for the Exhibition Galleries must be received by March 17, 2003 for 2004 exhibit consideration. Submissions received after that date will be considered for 2005 exhibitions. Sales and Gift Gallery submissions are accepted on a continuous basis. For submission requirements and information call 586.752.5700 or by email: starkweather@core.com.

CALL FOR NATIVE AMERICAN ARTISTS:  DEADLINE APRIL 18, 2003
Ann Arbor, Michigan Artrain USA, presents a contemporary Native American exhibition (April 2004-December 2007), open to recent works that use or respond to technology by Native American artists. All media will be considered, including digital, CD-ROM, and video, related to technology and/or the modernity of cultures. Send resume, artist statement, slides or photographs of work and slides or pictures of previous installations if available. Curated by Joanna O. Bigfeather, the exhibition will travel onboard Artrain USA from 2004-2007.  Please limit the number of entries to 3 per applicant. Due to the nature of the gallery maximum space allowed per piece is 6 ½' in height x various widths x 3” in depth. Please describe use of space and any special requirements needed. Please send SASE to Artrain USA, 1100 N. Main St., Ste.106, Ann Arbor, MI 48104; email artrainmms@aol.com; or telephone 734-747-8300, ext. 213. www.ArtrainUSA.org.

CALL FOR ENTRY:  DEADLINE APRIL 30, 2003
The Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association (LPVA), a collection of 10 wineries located on the picturesque Leelanau Peninsula, are seeking works of original art for its first commemorative print, to be part of a bi-annual print series, to reflect the wines, vineyards and beauty of the peninsula. The commemorative print will be the first in a series of prints that will come out every other year. A limited edition (100) print will be available to the public, framed and signed by the artist and the 10 winemakers of the Peninsula. Artists should submit original artwork by April 30, 2003 to: Leelanau Vintners Commemorative Print Attn: Bill Fox, Print Masters, 1219 East Front Street, Traverse City, MI 49686.  For information contact: Rick Coates, Leelanau Peninsula Vintners Association, (231) 938-3247.

CALL FOR ENTRY: DEADLINE MARCH 15, 2003
The William Scripps Family Mansion and 102 acre gated estate in Lake Orion will be opening its doors to the public for the first time in nearly 50 years with the debut event "Art, Autos & Architecture at Scripps Mansion." The event will take place the weekend of July 25-27, 2003 and feature a fine art show, classic to new automobiles and tours of the mansion. Application deadline is March 15, 2003.  Booth fee is $125, jury fee is  $15. For information call Reggie Harrison, Director, Orion Art Center at 248-693-4986.

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