VISUAL ARTS SEA GRANT, PRINTMAKING FELLOWSHIP and more...

(A) Phoenix Gallery Fellowship Program
Deadline: 06/01/09
Deadline: June 1, 2009. Phoenix Gallery, NY, Fellowship Program 2009. The Phoenix Gallery, celebrating its 51st year, will sponsor a 2009-10 Fellowship Program. The Fellowship Benefits: Sponsored membership in Phoenix Gallery in 2009-10 for 18 months, a solo exhibition in the gallery, Participation in member group shows, Access to the gallery space and resources during membership. Please go to http://phoenix-gallery.com/opportunities.html and see "Fellowship Prospectus" for further information. Phoenix Gallery, 210 Eleventh Ave. @25th St., 902, New York, NY 10001. 212-226-8711.

(A) Visual Arts Sea Grant, University Of Rhode Island
Deadline: 05/29/09
Up to $2000 funding for work of New England and New York artists
related to the marine environment. For prospectus send SASE to
Visual Arts Sea Grant, c/o Art Dept, University of Rhode island, 105 Upper College Rd,
Kingston, RI 02881 or check the website at www.uri.edu/artsci/art/v_a_grant.html

(RESEARCH) Fellowships for Research in India
American Institute of Indian Studies
Deadline: 07/01/09
The American Institute of Indian Studies welcomes applications for fellowships to conduct research in India. Fellowships are available to scholars holding the Ph.D. degree as well as graduate students who are working towards the Ph.D. degree. Short-term and long-term fellowships are available. Application deadline is July 1, 2009. For information and applications, contact the American Institute of Indian Studies, 1130 E. 59th Street, Chicago, IL 60637. Phone: (773) 702-8638. Email:
aiis@uchicago.edu. Website: www.indiastudies.org

(RESEARCH) Visiting Senior Fellowship Program
Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts, National Gallery of Art
Deadline: 03/21/09
The Center for Advanced Study in the Visual Arts announces its program for Paul Mellon and Ailsa Mellon Bruce Visiting Senior Fellowships. Fellowships are for full-time research, and scholars are expected to reside in Washington; housing is provided, subject to availability. Applications will be considered for research in the history, theory, and criticism of the visual arts of any geographical area and of any period. Visiting senior fellowships are intended for those who have held the PhD for five years or more or who possess an equivalent record of professional accomplishment at the time of application. Visiting senior fellows receive stipends that include allowances for round-trip travel and local expenses. Award period: September 1 2009 –February 28, 2010; application deadline: March 21, 2009. For more information, visit www.nga.gov/resources/casva.htm or email fellowships@nga.gov

(A) ARTIST RESIDENCY PROJECT: Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Sharadin Art Gallery, Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Deadline: 06/12/09
The Sharadin Art Gallery at Kutztown University of Pennsylvania requests proposals from artists, craftspersons, and designers for the production of an original, temporary, site-specific installation for our exhibition space.
The artwork will remain on view from January 29 – March 5, 2010. The selected artist (or artist team) will be awarded $10,000. The award must cover all material and labor costs associated with the production of the work, all travel expense to and from our site, all incidental costs, meals, and all artist fees and honoraria. The university will provide housing. A group of Kutztown University students will be available to assist with the physical production of the selected proposal.
For complete schedule and information about our physical space and specifics about applying for this project, please visit:
www.kutztown.edu/acad/artgallery/residency.html
Questions should be e-mailed to: talley@kutztown.edu E-mail only – NO PHONE CALLS, please!

(A) i-want-a-student-print emerging talent award
Deadline: 05/15/09
i-want-a-print announces the i-want-a-print Emerging Talent Award devoted to promoting the work of Visual arts students and recent graduates making the transition from the academic environment to professional careers.
Finalists will have the opportunity to sell museum-quality limited edition prints of their works with the soon-to-be-launched i-want-a-student-print website, which will handle the production and sales of these editions. Artists will enjoy profits of up to 9,600 Euros and a resulting exposure. One winner will receive a 1,000 Euros cash award as an advance on future sales. Application is free and easy to follow through by email. Results will be published mid-June, with the launch of the i-want-a-student-print website. Please visit our website for full details and submissions guidelines: http://www.i-want-a-print.com/index.php?target=pages&page_id=student_contest

(RESEARCH) Henry Darger Fellowship
The Contemporary Center
Deadline: 04/30/09
The Henry Darger Study Center Fellowship is open to graduate students and PhD candidates enrolled in any qualified academic program in the United States or abroad. The fellowship includes an honorarium and housing allowance.
Applicants should submit a one-page description of the scope of their research on Henry Darger, including the type of research and results achieved thus far, as well as a paragraph about the academic program they are enrolled in and a letter of reference from their academic adviser. Application deadline for the summer/fall 2009 fellowship is April 30, 2009. The Contemporary Center Steering Committee, in consultation with the director and curator of the Contemporary Center and the executive director of the American Folk Art Museum, will review all submissions and contact the summer/fall 2009 fellow by June 15, 2009.
For more information, please e-mail fellowship@folkartmuseum.org

CALIFORNIA FELLOWSHIPS

(A) Call for Entries: 2009 Kala Institute Fellowship Awards
Deadline: 05/08/09
James D. Phelan Art Award in Printmaking
The 2009 James D. Phelan Art Award in Printmaking will honor two
California-born artists. In addition to a $5,000 cash prize for each of
the award winners, Kala Art Institute will sponsor an exhibit in fall 2009
featuring their work. Application for the 2009 Phelan Art Award in Printmaking is open to any California-born artist. Current California residency is not required.
For further information and on-line application, please see: http://www.kala.org/call/phelan/phelan.html
Kala Art Institute, 1060 Heinz, Berkeley, CA 94710
510-549-2977 www.kala.org

(A) 2009 KALA FELLOWSHIP
Artists producing innovative work in book arts, electronic/digital media (video, sound, animation, etc.), installation art, photography and printmaking are encouraged to
apply. Nine artists will each receive a Fellowship consisting of: • a $3,000 cash award • up to six consecutive months of studio residency at Kala Art Institute • 24/7 access to Kala’s studio (Individual studio space may be also available depending on artists' projects and schedules.) • exhibition of artwork created during the residency in a group show at the Kala Gallery Larry Rinder, Director of Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archives, is guest juror. To apply: http://www.kala.org/ fellow/ fellow_ap.html

MORE SPRING DEADLINES: ARTS, CRAFTS, PUPPETRY

(CRAFT) 2009 Craft Research Fund Grants
The Center for Craft, Creativity & Design
Deadline: 07/01/09
THE MISSION of the Craft Research Fund is to advance, expand and support scholarship in United States craft.
GOALS: To support innovative research on artistic and critical issues in craft theory, practice and history; To explore the inter-relationship among craft, art, design and contemporary culture; To foster new cross-disciplinary approaches to scholarship in the craft field in America; To advance investigation of neglected questions in United States craft history and criticism.
PROJECT GRANTS: Up to $15,000 awarded to support research relating to the goals of the Craft Research Fund. Grant funds may be used to support documentation such as images or rights to use images or text, as part of the research yet to be completed.
GRADUATE RESEARCH GRANTS: Up to $10,000 awarded to support research for a thesis or dissertation relating to United States craft by students enrolled in graduate programs in any accredited college or university.
DEADLINE: JULY 1, 2009
www.craftcreativitydesign.org/research/grants.php

(A) Artist In Residence: Puppetry In Practice
Deadline: 04/01/09
Puppetry In Practice is seeking an artist in residence at our Brooklyn Museum. Living/Work space with shared kitchen provided. Resident is asked assist in development of new programming in our puppet center and museum. Contact us puppetryinpractice@gmail.com for an application and details. www.puppetryinpractice.com

(A) Fiber Materials/Fiber Techniques (Textiles)
International Fiber Collaborative
Deadline: 05/01/09
Open to all national and international artists who work with Fiber Materials/Fiber Techniques (Textiles). Artists using non-fiber material while exploring fiber techniques in combination is also allowed. All media welcome, traditional & contemporary, including public art and installation. Open to photography, ceramics, fibers, sculpture, printmaking, and video artists who tap into the fiber realm. Please submit the following: 5 digital jpgs (Small - Medium Size), Resume, Letter of Need. $20 Donation required to participate. (go to www.internationalfibercollaborative.com) Send materials via email to Jennifer Marsh at blueangle1412@yahoo.com Deadline is May 1, 2009
Jennifer Marsh, the founder of the International Fiber Collaborative, will be the Juror. AWARD: $500. If you are the winner, your images & a short bio will be added to the IFC website.

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2009 TRANSCULTURAL EXCHANGE CONFERENCE ON INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES IN THE ARTS

2009 Conference - International Opportunities in the Arts
April 3 - 5, 2009, at Boston's Omni Parker House Hotel
Need time for your work? Money? Inspiration? Find out how to have it all at. Join speakers from every corner of the globe to learn about funding for your work, long- and short-term residencies for artists (including writers and musicians) and other exciting exhibition, performing and lecturing opportunities abroad. Come to Boston to meet, network and have your work seen by the Conference’s distinguished residency directors, curators, critics and grant makers. Don’t miss out: The world awaits.
Go to: http://www.transculturalexchange.org for more information.
I'll be there speaking on grant writing and funding for artists, writers and composers.
Come and meet the strange little person behind this blog! Hope to see you there!
Please call toll free 888.464.4086, or email Mary Sherman