2011 Art Show Info with Submission Deadlines (Alabama and Tennessee)
Mountain Valley Arts Council
Winterfest Juried Art Exhibition 2011
Location: Guntersville, AL
Exhibit Date: February 2011
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE: January 26, 2011
Info: www.mountainvalleyartscouncil.com or contact Patti Opacinch at artscouncil@mindspring.com or 256-571-7199
Jerry Brown Arts Festival
Location: Hamilton, AL
Date: March 5-6, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: January 31, 2011
Info: www.jbaf.org
Spring Show- North East Alabama Craftsman Association- NEACA
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: March 18-20, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE February 1, 2011
Info: www.neaca.org
59th Annual Fairhope Arts & Crafts Festival
Location: Fairhope, AL
Date: March 18-20, 2011
Juried show. ENTRY DEADLINE: October 12, 2010
Late Application Accepted upon space availability
Info: www.eschamber.com/artscrafts
39th Annual Outdoor Art Show
Location: Fairhope, AL
Date: March 18-20, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: November 1, 2010
Late Application Accepted upon space availability
Info: www.esartcenter.com
Fountain City Arts Festival
Location: Prattville, AL
Date: March 26, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 1, 2011
Info: http://www.prattvilleal.gov/special-events/fountain-city-arts-festival.html
Mule Day Festival
Location: Columbia, TN
Date: March 31-April 3, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: Waiting List for space starts in January
Info: www.muleday.net or call Nancy Holloway at 931-381-9557
First Fridays
Location: Florence, AL
Date: April thru December
Info: www.firstfridaysflorence.com
Madison Arts Council's Art on Main
Location: Madison, AL
Date: To Be Announced
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE To Be Announced
Info: Michele Lee at michele.lee@knology.net
Second Saturday’s at Artisans Cove
Location: Hampton Cove, AL
Date: April-August, 2011
Submission: ENTRY DEADLINE: February 28, 2011
Info: http://reflectivesframe.com/reflectives_calendar.html
Dogwood Arts Festival Market Square Art Fair
Location: Knoxville, TN
Date: April 15-17, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: December 31, 2010
Info: www.dogwoodarts.com
www.dogwoodregionalfineartsexhibit.blogspot.com
46th Annual Eufaula Pilgrimage Art Show
Location: Eufaula, AL
Date: April 1-3, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: March 1,, 2011
Info: www.eufaulapilgrimage.com or call 334-687-3793
Mobile Arts Alive
Location: Mobile, AL
Date: April 8-10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: March 23, 2011
Info: www.artsalivemobile.com
Fifth Annual Montevallo Art Show
Location: Montevallo, AL
Date: April 9, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 15, 2011
Info: www.montevalloartscouncil.org
46th Annual Southern Weekend of the Arts
Location: Fayetteville, TN
Date: April 15-16, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE April 1, 2011
Info: www.flc-artscenter.com
50th Annual Art on the Lake
Location: Guntersville, AL
Date: April 16-17, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE April 1, 2011
Info: www.artonthelake-guntersville.com
www.mountainvalleyartscouncil.com
27th Annual Bloomin’ Festival
Location: Cullman, AL
Date: April 9-10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: Dec. 31, 2010 Late Fee after Jan. 1, 2011
Info: www.bloominfestival.com
Sucarnochee Folklife Festival- UWA/University of West Alabama
Location: Livingston, AL
Date: April 16, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: March 23, 2011
Info: www.centerforblackbelt.org/programs/festival.htm
Contact: Nick Davis at NDavis@uwa.edu
4 Bridges Arts Festival
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Date: April 16-17, 2011
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE: November 15, 2010
Info: www.4bridgesartsfestival.org
30th Annual Panoply- Art Market Place
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: April 29-May 1, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: November 5, 2010
Info: www.panoply.org
ONB Magic City Art Connection
Location: Birmingham, AL
Date: Apr 29-May 1, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: October 30, 2010
Info: www.MagicCityArt.com
Troy Fest 2011
Location: Troy, AL
Date: April 30-May 1, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: March 1, 2011
Info: www.troyfest.com
11 th Anniversary Auburn CityFest
Location: Auburn, AL
Date: April 30, 2011
Arts & Crafts Exhibitor Application and Fine Arts Exhibitor Application
ENTRY DEADLINE: April 4, 2011
Juried Art Show Application
ENTRY DEADLINE: April 13, 2011
Info: www.auburncityfest.com
7th Annual International Dogwood Festival
Location: Winchester, TN
Date: May 6-8, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: April 6, 2011
Info: www.winchesterdogwoodfestival.com
8th Annual George Washington Carver Arts & Crafts Festival
Location: Tuskegee, AL
Date: May 6-7, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: Unknown
Info: 334-727-6619
Monrovia Artfest
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: May (Mother’s Day weekend) CANCELED THIS YEAR
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE:
Info: www.artisticmindsgallery.com
Arts Alive
Location: Florence, AL
Date: May 14-15, 2011
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE March 4, 2011
Info: www.artsalivealabama.com
31th Annual Alabama Hot Air Balloon Classic and
Alabama Jubilee 34th Annual Arts and Crafts Show
Location: Decatur, AL
Date: May 28-29, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: May 10, 2011
Info: www.alabamajubilee.net
Hank Williams Festival, 32nd Annual
Location: Georgiana, AL
Date: June , 2011 Date Posted Yet
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: May, 2011 Not posted yet
Info: www.hankmuseum.com
Unity in the Community Festival
Location: Atmore, AL
Date: Jun 11, 2011
Info: 251-368-6023 or mrsgray1954@yahoo.com
Side Walk Arts Stroll
Location: Huntsville, AL
Dates: May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: Two Weeks Prior to Event
Info: www.sidewalkartsstroll.com
Contact Dianne Burch at dianne196@bellsouth.net
Helen Keller Festival
Location: Tuscumbia, AL
Date: June 25-26, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: May 20, 2011
Info: www.tvaa.net
Annual Athens Art on the Square
Location: Athens, AL
Date: September 10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: June 17, 2011
Info: www.aots-athens.com
Fall Show- North East Alabama Craftsman Association- NEACA
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: September 16-18, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE August 1, 2011`
Info: www.neaca.org
Monte Sano Art Show
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: September 17, 2011
Invitational Show- No Entries
Info: www.montesanoartshow.org
Artwalk
Location: Birmingham, AL
Date: September 9-10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: April/May date will be posted in Feb.
Info: www.birminghamartwalk.org
Scottsboro's First Monday Arts on Sunday
Location: Scottsboro, AL
Date: September 4, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: August 27, 2011 (Late fee applies afterwards)
Info: www.threeartsclub.org
The Bluff Park Art Show
Location: Birmingham, AL
Date: October 1, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE April 1, 2011
Info: www.bluffparkartassociation.org
45th Annual TN Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention
Location: Athens, AL
Date: October 7-8, 2011
DEADLINE: August 8, 2011
Info: www.athens.edu/fiddlers
Contact Laura Allen at 256-233-8142 or Laura.Allen@athens.edu
The Madison Street Festival- Artists Alley
Location: Madison, AL
Date: TO BE ANNOUNCED
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: TO BE ANNOUNCED
Info: www.madisonstreetfestival.org
Contact: Michele Lee at Info@16maingallery.com or 256-325-0161
Southern Wildlife Festival
Location: Decatur, AL
Show Date: August 20-21, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: Early Deadline June 30 and Final Registration is August 1, 2011
Info: www.sowildfestart.com
Alabama Renaissance Faire
Location: Florence, AL
Date: October 22-23, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: August 31, 2011
Info: www.alarenfaire.org
Contact: Billy Warren bwarren@florencek12.org or 256-740-4141
41st Annual Kentuck Festival of the Arts
Location: Northport, AL
Date: October 15-16, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: June 1, 2011
Info: www.kentuck.org/festival.html
Moss Rock Festival
Location: Hoover, AL
Date: November 5-6, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: May 1, 2011
Info: www.MossRockFestival.com
Contact: Alex Kunzman alex@bham.rr.com
Pike Road Arts and Crafts Fair
Location: Pike Road, AL
Date: November, 2011 Date not announced yet
ENTRY DEADLINE: NOT POSTED YET
Info: www.pikeroadfair.org
Holiday ArtFest in the Park
Dauphin Island Chamber of Commerce
Location: Dauphin Island, AL
Date: November 2011- Date not confirmed
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 2011 DATE NOT POSTED
Info: http://dauphinislandcoc.com/holiday_art_fest_in_the_park
http://dauphinislandcoc.com/site/903Daup/Fest_Application.pdf
For event information, contact Kathryn Carver, Event Chair, at 251/490·0294 or kcarver@thewarmwelcome.com
Christmas Show- North East Alabama Craftsman Association- NEACA
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: December 2-4, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE November 1, 2011
Info: www.neaca.org
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Annual list compiled by Gina Hurst, Art Consultant. January 2011. As of this writing there are several art shows and festivals that have not posted the 2011 application deadline dates. Check websites later in the year.
If you know of other festivals that should be added to this list please let me know and I will include them. gina@ginahurst.com
Also check periodically, art shows and festivals are posted on the www.AscribingArtists.blogspot.com and www.HuntsvilleArtBlog.blogspot.com
Below is a link to the Alabama Arts Directory, which was published in early 2009 as a culmination of the 2008 "The Year of Alabama Art" tourism promotion. It lists museums, galleries and art festivals, which are great venues Ascribing Artists can contact to promote their artwork.
http://www.800alabama.com/yoa/yearofartsbrochure.pdf
Monday, January 24, 2011
Newest Christian Art Contest
Hello,
If you haven't already been to www.christianartcontest.com for the newest contest be sure to visit us. The new contest "Birth...Death...Resurrection" is running until April 24th. A portion of the proceeds will support 2011 mission trips to Africa in July and/or Japan in December.
Have a blessed Day!
For the Glory of God,
JoAnn
If you haven't already been to www.christianartcontest.com for the newest contest be sure to visit us. The new contest "Birth...Death...Resurrection" is running until April 24th. A portion of the proceeds will support 2011 mission trips to Africa in July and/or Japan in December.
Have a blessed Day!
For the Glory of God,
JoAnn
Artist Link Added: Lisa Riccardi
"Reef" by Lisa Riccardi, copyrightWe at the Ascribing Artists Blog are delighted to add Lisa Riccardi's web link to the artists links. Please check out her site at http://litistudios.blogspot.com/ and visit her studio at 16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL.
Keep a watch for her featured artist spot on the Ascribing Artist Blog.
Scripture: Exodus 31
Bezalel and Oholiab
1 Then the LORD said to Moses, 2 “See, I have chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, 3 and I have filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills— 4 to make artistic designs for work in gold, silver and bronze, 5 to cut and set stones, to work in wood, and to engage in all kinds of crafts. 6 Moreover, I have appointed Oholiab son of Ahisamak, of the tribe of Dan, to help him. Also I have given ability to all the skilled workers to make everything I have commanded you: 7 the tent of meeting, the ark of the covenant law with the atonement cover on it, and all the other furnishings of the tent— 8 the table and its articles, the pure gold lampstand and all its accessories, the altar of incense, 9 the altar of burnt offering and all its utensils, the basin with its stand— 10 and also the woven garments, both the sacred garments for Aaron the priest and the garments for his sons when they serve as priests, 11 and the anointing oil and fragrant incense for the Holy Place. They are to make them just as I commanded you.”Saturday, January 22, 2011
Art News from Ascribing Artist Deborah Taylor
Art News!
Congratulations to Ascribing Artist, Deborah Taylor. She has SOLD the painting below.
Artwork by Ascribing Artist Deborah Taylor, copyright
To see more of Deborah's artwork please visit: http://gourmetartwork.yolasite.com/ gourmetartwork@aol.com
Also, Deborah's artwork is on display with other Ascribing Artists at 16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL
Congratulations to Ascribing Artist, Deborah Taylor. She has SOLD the painting below.
Artwork by Ascribing Artist Deborah Taylor, copyrightTo see more of Deborah's artwork please visit: http://gourmetartwork.yolasite.com/ gourmetartwork@aol.com
Also, Deborah's artwork is on display with other Ascribing Artists at 16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL
Friday, January 21, 2011
Huntsville Times- Kay Campbell Interviews Ascribing Artist Diane Lehr
Kay Campbell interview: Spiritual Journey: Diane Lehr
In Faith & Values Section of The Huntsville Times Friday, Jan.21,2011
ATHENS, AL -- Name: Diane Lehr
Faith home: I'm a Christian, but I find it difficult to tell people what church I attend, although I love my church very much. It's like telling people what team you are for and that immediately divides people.
Work: I spent over 25 years as an R.N., primarily pediatric. Currently, I am an artist and a community servant with two non-profit boards, Spirit of Athens for downtown revitalization and Art On the Square Arts League in Athens.
Role model: I have many role models. I believe that my taste and the art I create is eclectic, mixed media and child-like. Most of my role models have been more solid in their belief systems than I, and I have been inspired by them, without becoming them.
I believe we are all called to be who we are meant to be in God's purpose for us. Not God's general will, but personally for each one of us.
A tough time faith helped you through: My mother had cancer from 1997-1999. I would take charge, do all I could do to help, and then I'd say, "God, please please please... OK. Now I've got to do all these other things and then I'll get back to you, God."
I was with her through much suffering as she fought the disease. By May 1999, she was very sick from chemo and unable to get out of bed.
Then, on May 24, I was shot in the back on my front porch by an armed assailant known in Memphis as The Evergreen Phantom... Continued at link below
TO READ MORE OF THIS COPYRIGHT STORY PLEASE VISIT:
http://blog.al.com/living-times/2011/01/spiritual_journey_diane_lehr.html
Spiritual Journeys are a conversation about faith and personal philosophy from a variety of people. Please send nominations for this feature to Kay.Campbell@htimes.com, 256-532-4320.
Diane Lehrs' artwork is currently on display this month with work by members of Ascribing Artists, at 16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL
In Faith & Values Section of The Huntsville Times Friday, Jan.21,2011
ATHENS, AL -- Name: Diane Lehr
Faith home: I'm a Christian, but I find it difficult to tell people what church I attend, although I love my church very much. It's like telling people what team you are for and that immediately divides people.
Work: I spent over 25 years as an R.N., primarily pediatric. Currently, I am an artist and a community servant with two non-profit boards, Spirit of Athens for downtown revitalization and Art On the Square Arts League in Athens.
Role model: I have many role models. I believe that my taste and the art I create is eclectic, mixed media and child-like. Most of my role models have been more solid in their belief systems than I, and I have been inspired by them, without becoming them.
I believe we are all called to be who we are meant to be in God's purpose for us. Not God's general will, but personally for each one of us.
A tough time faith helped you through: My mother had cancer from 1997-1999. I would take charge, do all I could do to help, and then I'd say, "God, please please please... OK. Now I've got to do all these other things and then I'll get back to you, God."
I was with her through much suffering as she fought the disease. By May 1999, she was very sick from chemo and unable to get out of bed.
Then, on May 24, I was shot in the back on my front porch by an armed assailant known in Memphis as The Evergreen Phantom... Continued at link below
TO READ MORE OF THIS COPYRIGHT STORY PLEASE VISIT:
http://blog.al.com/living-times/2011/01/spiritual_journey_diane_lehr.html
Spiritual Journeys are a conversation about faith and personal philosophy from a variety of people. Please send nominations for this feature to Kay.Campbell@htimes.com, 256-532-4320.
Diane Lehrs' artwork is currently on display this month with work by members of Ascribing Artists, at 16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL
Art Happenings at 16 Main Gallery, Madison, AL
16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL is a supporter of Ascribing Artists. For more info visit www.16MainGallery.com
Saturday, January 15, 2011
Artist Link Added: Jeremy Sams
We are delighted to add North Carolina artist Jeremy Sams' website to the Artists Links on the Ascribing Artists Blog.
Please check out his website and blog at:
www.jeremysams.com
http://jeremysams.blogspot.com
Also, look for Jeremy's February Featured Artist spot next month.
Win Original Watercolor "Defender Among Them" by Melissa Carter Deadline Feb. 4, 2011
"Defender Among Them" original watercolor by Melissa Carter, copyrightCurrently on display with the Ascribing Artists Exhibit
16 Main Gallery, 16 Main St., Madison, AL
Please consider making a donation to help an adoptive family.
I have created an ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR titled "Defender Among Them". With every donation, you will be eligible to win this painting. The Value of this Original is $500.00
There are also some Giclee Prints of my work that will be given away for 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place.
I WILL DRAW A WINNER ON FEBRUARY 4, 2011
Make a donation in one of two ways.
1. Send money through PAYPAL to kdcarter@mac.com ----specify painting
2. Send money to Melissa Carter 313 Harris Dr. Florence, AL 35634
(PLEASE INCLUDE EITHER AN EMAIL OR PHONE NUMBER TO CONTACT YOU)
If you would like to READ THE STORY behind the painting, then visit http://melissacartercreations.com/gpage14.html
Blessings and a Wonderful New Year!
Melissa Carter
(Ascribing Artist)
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS- Winterfest Juried Art Exhibition 2011- Deadline Jan. 26, 2011
Mountain Valley Arts Council
Winterfest Juried Art Exhibition 2011
Location: Guntersville, AL
Exhibit Date: February 2011
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE: January 26, 2011
Info: www.mountainvalleyartscouncil.com or contact Patti Opacinch at artscouncil@mindspring.com or 256-571-7199
Winterfest Juried Art Exhibition 2011
Location: Guntersville, AL
Exhibit Date: February 2011
Juried Show: ENTRY DEADLINE: January 26, 2011
Info: www.mountainvalleyartscouncil.com or contact Patti Opacinch at artscouncil@mindspring.com or 256-571-7199
CALL TO ARTISTS- 27th Annual Bloomin’ Festival- Late Fee after Jan. 1, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
27th Annual Bloomin’ Festival
Location: Cullman, AL
Date: April 9-10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: Dec. 31, 2010 Late Fee after Jan. 1, 2011
Info: www.bloominfestival.com
27th Annual Bloomin’ Festival
Location: Cullman, AL
Date: April 9-10, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: Dec. 31, 2010 Late Fee after Jan. 1, 2011
Info: www.bloominfestival.com
CALL TO ARTISTS- Fifth Annual Montevallo Art Show- Deadline Feb. 15, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Fifth Annual Montevallo Art Show
Location: Montevallo, ALDate: April 9, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 15, 2011
Info: www.montevalloartscouncil.org
Fifth Annual Montevallo Art Show
Location: Montevallo, AL
Date: April 9, 2011Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 15, 2011
Info: www.montevalloartscouncil.org
CALL TO ARTISTS- Mule Day Festival- Sign-up in Jan./Feb. 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Mule Day Festival
Location: Columbia, TN
Date: March 31- April 3, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: Waiting List for space starts in January
Info: www.muleday.net or call Nancy Holloway at 931-381-9557
Mule Day Festival
Location: Columbia, TN
Date: March 31- April 3, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE: Waiting List for space starts in January
Info: www.muleday.net or call Nancy Holloway at 931-381-9557
Call to Artists-Second Saturday’s at Artisans Cove-Deadline Feb. 28, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Second Saturday’s at Artisans Cove
Location: Hampton Cove, AL
Date: April-August
Submission: ENTRY DEADLINE: February 28, 2011
Info: http://reflectivesframe.com/reflectives_calendar.html
Second Saturday’s at Artisans Cove
Location: Hampton Cove, AL
Date: April-August
Submission: ENTRY DEADLINE: February 28, 2011
Info: http://reflectivesframe.com/reflectives_calendar.html
CALL TO ARTISTS- Fountain City Arts Festival- Deadline Feb. 1, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Fountain City Arts Festival
Location: Prattville, AL
Date: March 26, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 1, 2011
Info: http://www.prattvilleal.gov/special-events/fountain-city-arts-festival.html
Fountain City Arts Festival
Location: Prattville, AL
Date: March 26, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: February 1, 2011
Info: http://www.prattvilleal.gov/special-events/fountain-city-arts-festival.html
40th Annual Outdoor Art Show- Call for Artists- Late Application
CALL TO ARTISTS
40th Annual Outdoor Art Show
Location: Fairhope, ALDate: March 18-20, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: November 1, 2010
Late Application Accepted upon space availability
Info: www.esartcenter.com
Call for Artists- North East Alabama Craftsman Association- DEADLINE Feb. 1, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Spring Show- North East Alabama Craftsman Association- NEACA
Location: Huntsville, AL
Date: March 18-20, 2011
ENTRY DEADLINE February 1, 2011
Info: www.neaca.org
Jerry Brown Arts Festival- Call for Artists- Deadline Jan. 31, 2011
CALL TO ARTISTS
Jerry Brown Arts FestivalLocation: Hamilton, AL
Date: March 5-6, 2011
Juried Show. ENTRY DEADLINE: January 31, 2011Info: www.jbaf.org
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
The Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival announces a "Call to all Artists"
The Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival announces a call to all artists to submit pieces for a new juried art exhibition on the theme of roosters. "Rooster Call" will be held in conjunction with the seventh annual Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival set for April 9-10, 2011 at the Lions Club Fairgrounds in Moulton, AL.
We are very excited about this new aspect of the Festival. While it is open to any artist 18 years old or older in the United States, there are many talented artists right here in Alabama and we look forward to seeing how many different ways a rooster can be portrayed!
Previous festivals have been successful in presenting music and storytelling to the community. And, while we have had a variety of arts and crafts vendors on hand, there has been a lack of visual arts for festival-goers to appreciate.
Below, you will find more details on the juried competition. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please forward the information on to them.
Sincerely,
Vicki Morese, Event Coordinator
Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival
BE THE FIRST IN THE ROOSTER HALL OF FAME
The jury panel will select one Best of Show artist, a second place, and a third place. The Best of Show recipient wins a $500 cash prize, a listing in the Rooster Hall of Fame, and the opportunity for the work to be featured in future promotions. Second place and third place will be awarded $300 and $200, respectively. The winning submission will be determined by creative vision, innovation, potential to engage an audience, and overall impression. In addition, 12 pieces will be selected and featured in a new calendar for 2012.
All artistic mediums will be accepted, and along with roosters, artwork on the theme of hens, chicks and eggs are encouraged.
PUBLIC VIEWING OF ARTWORK
All artwork submitted will be on exhibit for public viewing at Art Inspirations of the Valley located at 552 Lawrence Street in Moulton from March 1 to April 29, 2011 and will be presented at the Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival on April 9-10, 2011.
MEET THE JURORS
Johanna Littleton (Ascribing Artist)
Johanna is a former graphics design editor/illustrator, elementary/middle school teacher, and college professor who now spends most of her time in her third floor studio at Lowe Mill Working Artists Studios in Huntsville, Alabama. She works primarily in acrylic and mixed media and is a member of the Decatur Art Guild, Watercolor Society of Alabama, and the Huntsville Arts Council.
Janet Townsend
Janet holds an art degree from Connecticut College. Throughout her career, Townsend has exhibited in several galleries in the New England states and metropolitan New York and is a previous member of the National Arts Club in new York City. She has taught many art classes, worked as a commissioned oil portrait artist and commercial photographer. After retiring to Town Creek, Alabama, she opened a small studio at her home near the Tennessee River.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The exhibition is open to all artists 18 years of age or older residing in the united States. All entries shall be original work produced by the artist within the past two years. Artwork may be marketed for sale at prices determined by the artist. The Lawrence County Arts Council will retain a 30% commission fee on any sale of art from the exhibition.
Entry fee for up to two submissions is $25 and each additional entry is $5. The deadline for entries is February 4, 2011 and those selected will be notified beginning February 14, 2011. Shipped artwork is due February 23-25 and hand-delivered art is due February 28.
Artists interested in entering can visit www.alabamachickenandeggfestival.com for complete submission requirement and an entry form. Or, for more information, call 256.905.0700.
Please note: Artists renting vendor space are ineligible for the juried exhibition and will have an opportunity to win prizes and recognition through an open arts and crafts competition. Arts and crafts vendors interested in exhibiting can click here for more information and to download an application.
We are very excited about this new aspect of the Festival. While it is open to any artist 18 years old or older in the United States, there are many talented artists right here in Alabama and we look forward to seeing how many different ways a rooster can be portrayed!
Previous festivals have been successful in presenting music and storytelling to the community. And, while we have had a variety of arts and crafts vendors on hand, there has been a lack of visual arts for festival-goers to appreciate.
Below, you will find more details on the juried competition. If you know of anyone who might be interested, please forward the information on to them.
Sincerely,
Vicki Morese, Event Coordinator
Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival
BE THE FIRST IN THE ROOSTER HALL OF FAME
The jury panel will select one Best of Show artist, a second place, and a third place. The Best of Show recipient wins a $500 cash prize, a listing in the Rooster Hall of Fame, and the opportunity for the work to be featured in future promotions. Second place and third place will be awarded $300 and $200, respectively. The winning submission will be determined by creative vision, innovation, potential to engage an audience, and overall impression. In addition, 12 pieces will be selected and featured in a new calendar for 2012.
All artistic mediums will be accepted, and along with roosters, artwork on the theme of hens, chicks and eggs are encouraged.
PUBLIC VIEWING OF ARTWORK
All artwork submitted will be on exhibit for public viewing at Art Inspirations of the Valley located at 552 Lawrence Street in Moulton from March 1 to April 29, 2011 and will be presented at the Alabama Chicken and Egg Festival on April 9-10, 2011.
MEET THE JURORS
Johanna Littleton (Ascribing Artist)
Johanna is a former graphics design editor/illustrator, elementary/middle school teacher, and college professor who now spends most of her time in her third floor studio at Lowe Mill Working Artists Studios in Huntsville, Alabama. She works primarily in acrylic and mixed media and is a member of the Decatur Art Guild, Watercolor Society of Alabama, and the Huntsville Arts Council.
Janet Townsend
Janet holds an art degree from Connecticut College. Throughout her career, Townsend has exhibited in several galleries in the New England states and metropolitan New York and is a previous member of the National Arts Club in new York City. She has taught many art classes, worked as a commissioned oil portrait artist and commercial photographer. After retiring to Town Creek, Alabama, she opened a small studio at her home near the Tennessee River.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
The exhibition is open to all artists 18 years of age or older residing in the united States. All entries shall be original work produced by the artist within the past two years. Artwork may be marketed for sale at prices determined by the artist. The Lawrence County Arts Council will retain a 30% commission fee on any sale of art from the exhibition.
Entry fee for up to two submissions is $25 and each additional entry is $5. The deadline for entries is February 4, 2011 and those selected will be notified beginning February 14, 2011. Shipped artwork is due February 23-25 and hand-delivered art is due February 28.
Artists interested in entering can visit www.alabamachickenandeggfestival.com for complete submission requirement and an entry form. Or, for more information, call 256.905.0700.
Please note: Artists renting vendor space are ineligible for the juried exhibition and will have an opportunity to win prizes and recognition through an open arts and crafts competition. Arts and crafts vendors interested in exhibiting can click here for more information and to download an application.
Ascribing Artists Reception at 16 Main Gallery, Madison, AL
Ascribing Artists Jessica Oden and Christina Wegman along with visitors
Ascribing Artist Deborah Taylor
Ascribing Artist Jennifer Martin
Ascribing Artist Carole Esk'ridge
Ascribing Artists from left to right Jane Blevins, Dianne Hart and Doris Sisk
Reception Attendees
Reception Food
Ascribing Artists Jessica Oden and Christina Wegman
Ascribing Artist Exhibit
Ascribing Artists from left to right Jennifer Martin, Diane Lehr and Gina Hurst
Reception AttendeesFriday, January 7, 2011
Art News from Ascribing Artist Andrea Lucas
Art News from Ascribing Artist Andrea Lucas:
GET A GIFT FOR YOURSELF!! The Holiday Box includes a Beautiful Beaded Glass Ribbon Laced Necklace (one size fits all),
Matching Earrings, and Two Holiday Ornaments (4 1/2") so Elegant you will want to use them all year long!! Cost: $30.
Necklace and earrings only, $20. WOW!! Colors vary unless specified by purchaser. Also included is free shipping in a
Beautiful Hand Painted Box. WHAT A DEAL AND THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING AMERICAN ARTIST. BUY USA!!! Email
orders to andee18711@charter.net.
Art News from Ascribing Artist, Betty Burchfield
Art News from Ascribing Artist, Betty Burchfield:
I'd like to share with my Ascribing Artist friends a page on my site that speaks for itself. This has been such a rewarding experience. I have had the pleasure of making a new friend. We have worked together to capture these two paintings together especially the Prom painting. There was little detail in the old photo and Ron helped me to see it through his eyes.
I am so thankful for this God Given Talent of painting in oils. It is such a good feeling knowing that I am creating a visual picture that will last forever.
Both Nancy and Ron wrote poems to each other. On this page is one of Nancy's poems to Ron.
They both were so blessed to have many years together with that special kind of love and respect for each other.
Please go to
http://www.treasuredreflections.net/inmemory2.html
Thanks,
"Little Reb"
Betty Burchfield
Please sign my guestbook at:
http://www.littlereb.com (dolls)
http://www.treasuredreflections.net (paintings)
Capture memories, moments and life into an oil painting)
Ascribing Artists Reception and Art Talk Jan. 9th, 2-4PM Exhibit: All His Colors
You are Invited!
Reception and Art Talk January 9, 2-4PM
Showcasing Ascribing Artists Exhibit:
All His Colors
16 Main Art Gallery, 16 Main Street, Madison, AL
Exhibiting Artists-
Christina Wegman, Vicki Garner, Leslie Brasher, Linda Morton, Russ Sexton, Gina Hurst, Lynn Weatherford, Beverly Basham, Deborah Taylor, Carole Esk'ridge, Jennifer Martin, Jackie Segars, Doris Sisk, Diane Lehr, Jessica Oden, Melissa Carter, Jane Blevins, Paul Fulda, Amanda Lyle Dunn, Cynthia Massey Parsons, Julie Ellsworth and Paul LaBathe.
Ascribing Artists is a creative ministry bringing together visual artists who desire to ascribe or attribute their work and life to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The ministry is inspired by Psalm 29:2, "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name" and shows that we are to be "A Reflection of His Glory" in all that we do.
Not all Ascribing Artists paint religious themes or Biblical depictions. The subject matter of the artist is not necessarily what makes us Ascribing Artists, it is the heart behind the artist with the desire to share the gospel. We recognize that anything we do pales in comparison to the Glory of the Lord, so our desire is not to offer something that deserves praise, but to point you to the only ONE worthy of praise.
Ascribing Artists Exhibit: All His Colors on display January 1st – 31st.
For more information please visit: www.AscribingArtists.blogspot.com or e-mail AscribingArtists@gmail.comAscribing Artist Peter Grant featured in the Huntsville Times
Local artist bridges the gap between abstract and realism
Published: Saturday, January 01, 2011, 9:30 AM
By Sarah Cure, The HuntsvilleHUNTSVILLE, AL. - When Peter Grant joined the U.S. Army, his relationship with painting vanished.
It wasn’t until 1996 when he retired in Huntsville that the one-time artist would rekindle his passion for the arts.
“I was talking to my daughter about painting again, and she suggested that I return to painting and paint the things I love,” Grant said.
The artist’s first love is abstract art, an art form widely misunderstood by the general public. Sadly, the 61-year-old artist is aware of people’s perceptions about abstract art and has changed his technique to conform to his audience.
“The thing I like to paint is abstract, but people don’t understand it,” he said. “I put a touch of realism in my abstract art so that people can actually recognize it.
“And as an abstract artist, the first question you always are asked is, ‘What is it?’, and ‘I don’t understand it,"’ he said. “As a painter who is just trying to get confidence, it’s an awful situation to be in.”
To continue reading this copyright article please visit:http://blog.al.com/entertainment-times/2011/01/local_artist_bridges_the_gap_b.html
Art Classes at 16 Main Gallery- Madison, AL
If you are in the North Alabama area, please check out the art classes at 16 Main Gallery. Ascribing Artist Michele Lee is the Gallery Director.
Enjoy learning something new this year at 16 Main Gallery. We offer painting in acrylic and watercolor, clay hand building and glazing and mixed medium.
If you are an artist and would like to teach a class at 16 Main, we offer classroom space for rent. Just call the Gallery at 256-325-0161. Or come by and have a look.
We are located at 16 Main Street, Madison, Al. 35758
Saturday, January 1, 2011
Featured Artist: Jennifer Martin
"Auburn" by Jennifer Martin, copyright
"Flower" by Jennifer Martin, Copyright
"Baby Jacob" by Jennifer Martin, copyright
"Feet" by Jennifer Martin, copyright
Jennifer Martin
My name is Jennifer Martin. I am 24, married, and have the most precious baby girl named Layla Rose. Layla is truly a Godsend! I was told I couldn't have children and she has been the best thing that ever happened to me. Every time I look at her I just see how amazing God is and thank him for everything he has blessed us with.Since she was born, I have been able to stay home to draw and paint full time. I have even started a website and sold a few pictures! I have always love to draw but it became a passion about 7 years ago. I find inspiration in my little girl and nature. Any free moment I have you can find me in our loft drawing or painting something.
It is hard for me to pick my favorite scripture. Philippians 4:13 "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" has always been my go-to scripture. When I feel weak, or like I can't get through something I just remember that scripture and it lifts me up. I know God is never going to give me more than I can handle or leave my side so there is truly no need to worry.
Featured Artist: Deborah Taylor
Deborah Taylor
I have only been painting for about four years although I have always liked drawing and art. My artistic expression in the past has always been through music and songwriting which I still love to do but since marrying an Alabama boy and moving to this locale I have been focusing on the visual arts.
Art for me is a ministry. It is a way I can attempt to give back for all the Lord has given me and the many blessings I have received not the least of which is His mercy and grace. I am thankful for the talents he has placed inside me and want to use them for His glory and to bless the lives of others and so quite often God will put someone on my heart to paint for. It will be a piece that speaks to their personality, their journey with the Lord or something they are walking through in life and then I will gift it to them. I can't begin to tell you the delight this brings me. You would think I was the one opening a gift. The paintings I sell afford me this ministry opportunity so I appreciate each order I get and every piece I sell.
The painting above, Making Time For The Blues, was one of my first paintings and done for our worship leader who is an inspiration to me. I have always loved the blues genre and am pleased to say it hangs in his office. If you visit my website you will also see a piece I more recently did for he and his wife to honor their son Noah who is battling a rare form of brain cancer. You can pray and learn more about them at www.PrayForNoah.com
Black Velvet is Audrey Hepburn inspired and is a sold piece. Ms. Hepburn was quite a classy lady and a wonderful humanitarian.
Daisies and Butterflies was commissioned by a good friend as a gift for her daughter.
My favorite quote is "Forgiveness is the fragrance the violet sheds on the heal that has just crushed it." - Mark Twain
My favorite Scripture is "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord and he delights in each step he takes and though he fall he shall not be cast down for the Lord upholds him with his hand. I have been young and now am old, yet I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their seed begging for bread." Psalm 37:23-25
Deborah Taylor
Featured Artist: Dianne Hart
"Lighthouse" diptych by Dianne Hart, copyright
"Peacock" by Dianne Hart, copyright
"Banana Bloom" by Dianne Hart, copyright
Dianne Hart
I’ve been painting over 40 years… and if not painting, then I was crafting. I even remember making Styrofoam and sequin ornaments at my mother’s knee with white glue and tiny pins.
I painted all through my teens and early twenties (doing several commissions along the way) I basically “crafted” during my thirties as a single mother. As I reached my forties, I wanted to jump back into painting, but didn’t quite feel clever enough to pick the brush back up. I had spent the past fifteen years painting other artist’s patterns… I then stumbled upon Donna Dewberry’s “OneStroke” and her technique got me to pick up a brush again and paint without following a pattern… I have to say though that I did not feel fulfilled. I still felt I was copying others’ work.
Then five years ago, when I felt at my lowest… God stepped in and brought me to a yahoo group site where I met 5 extremely talented artist who were getting ready to launch their own website (www.ArtApprenticeOnline.com, or AAO) to teach artists of all levels…. I also met another group of Godly women (learning from AAO) who are always just a click away with spiritual strength to remind us of what God has created for us and in us.
Then in the last seven months, God brought me another opportunity to join together with various artists to form a ‘community of artist’ in historic downtown Madison, AL that we named 16 Main Gallery, where each of us have our studio. This has been a very large milestone in my life! In the last couple of months, I’ve become the Co-Director with another wonderful artist (Michele Lee) at the gallery. We seem to agree on most issues and things have run so smoothly. We’ve filled all the studios, more people are getting to know that we are there, and not a day goes by without someone saying how wonderful our gallery is and that there is a wonderful feeling or spirit about the place.
I’m surprised each day how creative I now feel. I don’t have to use a pattern anymore. Or be a “bottle baby” (where you have to have pre-mixed bottles of all the colors you want to use) I can now mix my own colors without much thought and have a confidence I didn’t have before. Many of my friends have since told me how much I have blossomed in both my personal life and spiritual life. I am truly blessed!
I have to say that the 23rd Psalm is my favorite and memorable scripture. It was the first bible verses that I committed to memory and could recite. It was a scripture I turned to in several low points in my life and it would always lift my spirits to remember that God was always with me. It again played a memorable part this past summer at my brother’s passing. My son was not aware that his uncle had passed, but he happened to put that scripture on is Facebook page that very afternoon a couple of hours before I gave him the news. God is awesome!
Dianne Hart
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