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Deadline March 2nd: Palm Springs Photo Festival Emerging Photographer Scholarship
Palm Springs Photo Festival
Emerging Photographer Scholarship
Deadline: Friday, March 2, 2012
“This program is open to current full-time students and recent graduates (within 12 months) of an Undergraduate or Masters program at an accredited institution in the United States. Applicants selected to receive scholarship must register and participate in a Connect 2012 three-day Workshop in order to redeem scholarship check. Scholarship recipients will be recognized and presented with their scholarship check during one of the four Evening Presentations during the Festival.
Several Festival sponsors have graciously offered to “adopt” an emerging photographer by contributing a $500 rebate to help defray some of the costs for a select group of talented emerging photographers to attend the Palm Springs Photo Festival, April 1 – 6, 2012.
Submission Guidelines
- Letter of recommendation
- Digital portfolio of no more than 20 images. Your file must be in PDF format and must not exceed 3MB. Make sure your full name is in the file name along with the word ‘portfolio’ (ex: Bob_Smith_portfolio.pdf).
- Brief description of your work.
- 500 words or less statement explaining why you should be selected as one of the honored Emerging Photographer Scholarship recipients at Connect 2012. Your proposal must be uploaded in either .pdf or .doc format and not exceed 1MB. Make sure your full name is in the file name along with the word ‘proposal’ (ex: Bob_Smith_proposal.pdf.”
Deadline February 12th: ACP’s 2012 Public Art Project
Atlanta Celebrates Photography
Call for entries: ACP Photo Festival Public Art
Deadline: Sunday, February 12, 2012
Entry fee: Free
Eligibility
“Any artist as an individual or team may apply, provided that the person(s) or firm who will be responsible for the actual fabrication and/or construction of the piece(s) have had previous experience in the medium(s) proposed, which must be disclosed in detail in the application form.
No media restrictions have been established in order to ensure maximum creativity for participating artists. However, since ACP is an organization that promotes all things photographic, it is a requirement that your project involve lens-based or photographic media as an integral part of the piece (this includes images and/or video captured by a lens, or media in which light sensitivity is a primary element of the material, or reimagining the uses of photography, or possibilities of imagery made with light). We encourage you to think widely and to explore this concept without restraint. Please keep in mind the “Selection Criteria” listed below. Projects that rely heavily on complex or untested technologies or complex audience participation are discouraged – usually, the simpler the better.
Budget
$9,000 has been allocated. The budget is all-inclusive, covering design, construction and/or fabrication, transportation, delivery, site preparation, lighting (if applicable), insurance, consultant fees, installation and de-installation at the conclusion of the project. Artist’s travel (if applicable) and all other costs associated with the project (including Artist’s fee) are included in this amount. If the proposed budget exceeds $ 9,000, your application must detail how the overage will be funded.
Submission Requirements
- Contact information such as name, address, phone numbers, e-mail address, web site as required by CallForEntry.org
- A succinct concept statement for the project (not to exceed 400 words). Statement must also include technical details, material selection, and any additional pertinent information including your suggested project Schedule (site visits, design, fabrication, installation and de-installation timeline). Note: audience experience is the most important part of any public project. Realistically address audience experience in your statement.
- One page budget that lists the costs associated with the project and a list of the materials to be used. Make sure your budget is inclusive of all elements described in “Budget” section above.
- Current Resume (include individual resumes for all team members). Be sure to highlight your previous experience with the materials and technology that you are proposing for this project.
- Up to 6 (six) work samples should be included in your application (jpegs, audio and video files are allowed). Include images that show a sense of your imagery and working process. Include year of project in image title.”
Download a PDF of the full prospectus: ACP Public Art Project call for entries 2012.
Apply online at CallforEntries.org.
Deadline EXTENDED to January 31st: Silver Eye Fellowship 12: International Photography Competition
Deadline Extended to January 31, 2012
Silver Eye Center for Photography
Fellowship 12: International Photography Competition
Deadline: Sunday, January 15, 2012 at 11:59:59 pm EST
$15 for Silver Eye members with $70 membership | $65 for non-members
About
The Silver Eye Center for Photography in Pittsburgh announces a call for entries for Fellowship 12, our international photography competition. Now in its 12th year, this juried competition identifies and recognizes both rising talent and established photographers from all corners of the globe and from the state of Pennsylvania. In 2012, the first prize International Award is $3,000 and a solo exhibition at Silver Eye Center for Photography. The $1,000 Keystone Award is open to any eligible photographer currently living and/or working in the state of Pennsylvania. The jurors will also select up to five artists for Commendation Awards.
Juror
Julie Saul is a pre-eminent art dealer and the owner and director of Julie Saul Gallery in New York City. Now celebrating its 26th year, Julie Saul Gallery specializes in contemporary photography and works on paper. Honored in 2010 by the Aperture Foundation for her contributions to photography, Julie has also worked as an independent curator and taught and lectured at The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Museum of Modern Art, New York; New York University and the School of Visual Arts; and at Christie’s and Sotheby’s. A frequent portfolio reviewer, Julie has also served on the board of the Association of International Photography Art Dealers.
Ellen Fleurov is Executive Director of the Silver Eye Center for Photography. The founding curator of photography at the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia, Ellen has curated over 85 exhibitions for American and international museums, galleries and photography festivals. She is a frequent lecturer, grants panelist, exhibition juror and portfolio reviewer, most recently at Houston’s Fotofest and Portland’s Photo Lucida and Critical Mass.
Awards
- One (1) International Award Winner receives a solo exhibition at Silver Eye opening in mid-May 2012; $3,000 for exhibition-related expenses; an online gallery on Silver Eye’s website (with link to artist website); and extensive media outreach and promotion.
- One (1) Keystone Award Winner receives a spotlight exhibition at Silver Eye; $1,000 for exhibition-related expenses; an online gallery on Silver Eye’s website (with link to artist website); and media outreach and promotion.
- Five (5) Jurors’ Commendation Winners will be named on Silver Eye’s website and press releases.
Submission Guidelines
Submissions will be accepted online only through SlideRoom.
- Eight images from a cohesive, exhibition-ready body of work created within the past three years. Or, if an ongoing project, the portfolio must include imagery created within the past three years.
- Submitted work must not have been previously exhibited at Silver Eye (online or onsite) or widely seen in the greater Pittsburgh region.
- A one-page artist statement and CV in PDF format.
The Aftermath Project: 2012 Grant Winner & Finalists Announced
“This year, 183 applicants around the world applied for the Aftermath Project’s sixth year of judging, a nearly 15 percent increase in the number of applicants from the previous year. A first round of screening was done in Los Angeles in mid-November by Lesley Meyer of the Annenberg Space for Photography, and Sara Terry, photographer and founder/director of The Aftermath Project. Final judging took place on November 19, in Houston. The judges were Anne Wilkes Tucker, photography curator at the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston; Stephen Mayes, director of VII; and Sara Terry.”
Congratulations to the 2012 Grant Winner:
“Andrew Lichtenstein (USA) American Memory, a series of landscape photographs of important historical sites across America that are startling in their exploration of memory and conflict, and the intersection of the past and the present. At the core of Lichtenstein’s work is his belief that ‘the first step towards healing a deep wound is acknowledgement. Without that, it is impossible to move forward.’ Among the many photos in Lichtenstein’s work-in-progress that impressed the judges was a photo of three women in Confederate-era dress seated on a bench at the exact bus stop where Rosa Parks began her historic ride in 1955, launching the American civil rights movement (the women were participants at a recent Confederate Flag rally in honor of the 150th anniversary of the inauguration of Jefferson Davies, the Confederate leader). The judges found Lichtenstein’s project to be a highly original take on aftermath issues, and also found his images to be sophisticated and thought-provoking.”
And Congratulations to 2012 Finalists: (in alphabetical order)
“Christopher Capozziello (USA) – For God, Race and Country, a work-in-progress about “America’s first terrorist organization, the Ku Klux Klan,” and Capozziello’s
exploration of why KKK members continue to believe in white supremacy. The judges were impressed by the access Capozziello has gained to his subjects, as well as the
strength of his photos.
Michelle Frankfurter (USA) – Destino, a work-in-progress about the unprecedented wave of emigration by Central Americans to the US, triggered in the 1980s by bloody civil wars in the region. The judges were impressed with Frankfurter’s journey with these migrants in dangerous conditions on freight trains – and again, by the strength of her images.
Simon Thorpe (UK) – Toy Soldiers, a work-in-progress involving a creative partnership with a Sahrawi military commander – and Polisario soldiers from the 4th
military region of Liberated Western Sahara and who Thorpe posed in the desert as life size toy soldiers. The judges were impressed with the creativity of Thorpe’s concept and the surprising images that resulted.
Michael Zumstein (France) – Bon Amis, a project about the Ivory Coast’s journey to reconciliation after the post-election crisis of 2010-11. The judges were impressed with Zumstein’s portrayal of an Africa not often seen in the media – and by his strong compositions and sense of place.”
Deadline December 1st: CCNY Darkroom Residency Program
The Camera Club of New York
2012 Darkroom Residency Program
Application Deadline: Thursday, December 1, 2011
“CCNY invites emerging photographers living in New York City to apply for the 2012 Darkroom Residency Program. The CCNY Darkroom Residency offers local photographers much-needed workspace in New York City as well as access to the CCNY community and programs.
Eligibility
All artists currently residing in New York City who are working in photography or lens-based art are eligible to apply. Please note that living accommodations are not provided. Students must have completed their studies on or before January 1, 2012 in order to be eligible to apply.
Benefits
Workspace: Darkroom Residents receive three months of free, 24/7 access to the CCNY facility. For details about our facilities, please click here.
Programs: Residents receive free admission to all 2012 CCNY events.
Stipend: Residents receive a monthly stipend and donated materials during their residency.
Submission Guidelines
Submissions will be accepted through Call for Entries.
- Work Sample: Provide a work sample of up to 10 images. It is recommended that the work sample illustrate a single body of work.
- Letter of Intent: Provide a short paragraph addressing what you aim to accomplish during a CCNY Darkroom Residency, and how that time at CCNY would most benefit your artistic work and career goals.
- Artist Statement: Provide a brief artist statement (one paragraph).
- CV: Provide a printed one-page artist’s resume.”
Deadline November 20th: PhotoPhilanthropy Activist Award
PhotoPhilanthropy Activist Award
Professional & Amateur deadline: Sunday, November 20, 2011
Student deadline: Thursday, December 1, 2011
“The PhotoPhilanthropy Activist Award identifies outstanding work done by photographers in collaboration with non-profit organizations worldwide and awards prizes ranging from $2,000-$15,000. In previous years, work was submitted on behalf of 405 non-profit organizations from 85 different countries. This year, PhotoPhilanthropy will be honoring professional, amateur, and student photographers, and community-based organizations. Each photographer whose work is accepted receives a page on our website and exposure to a growing audience of concerned and committed global citizens.”
Judges
This year’s judges are Cristina Goettsch Mittermeier, photographer and biologist; Keith W. Jenkins, Supervising Senior Producer for Multimedia at NPR; Ami Vitale, photojournalist; Larry McNeil, photographer and scholar; and Valenda Campbell director of photography and manager of the brand and creative productions teams for CARE.
Awards
The top photo essays will be awarded
- Professional Photographer: $15,000 Grand Prize
- Amateur Photographer: $2000 Grand Prize
- Student Photographer: $2000 Grand Prize
- Community-based Photography: $2000 Grand Prize
Categories
Two finalists in each category will also be announced. Photo essays must be entered into one of four categories:
- Professional Photographer: Any individual who earns the majority of their living from photography.
- Amateur Photographer: Any individual who does not earn the majority of their income from photography.
- Student Photographer: Any current student with less than two years of professional work including internships.
- Community-based Photography: Given to a non-profit organization that teaches photography within a community and empowers the group to share their unique perspective through photography.
Please read the Submission Guidelines thoroughly before submitting.
Deadline November 4th: Houston Center for Photography 2012 Fellowships
Houston Center for Photography
2012 Fellowships
Deadline: Friday, November 4, 2011
Entry fee: $35 for 10 images | open to all
“Two fellowship recipients will be awarded $2,500 each and a solo exhibition at HCP in the summer of 2012. One Houston-based artist (residing within a 100 mile radius of Houston including the Beaumont, Galveston, and College Station areas) will receive the Carol Crow Memorial Fellowship and another artist from anywhere in the world, outside the Houston area, will receive the HCP Fellowship. Christopher Rauchenberg of Blue Sky Gallery (Portland, OR) will jury the fellowship selection.
Eligibility
HCP Fellowships are geared towards the completion and presentation of new work; submissions of work in progress are acceptable. The competition is open to all
photographic, film/video, and lens-based installation work. One fellowship will be awarded to an artist residing within a 100- mile radius of Houston (including the Beaumont, Galveston, and College Station areas). A second fellowship will be awarded to an artist living anywhere in the U.S or abroad. The entry fee is $35 for up to 10 images. Past recipients, HCP staff, Board, Advisory Council, Committee members and their significant others are not eligible.
Rules for Entry
Participants must be, or become, HCP members at the time of submission. Everyone must create a new account with Smarter Entry. Artists must submit a proposal for the Fellowship project, outlining its conceptual objective(s) and intended outcome(s). The proposal must not exceed 800 words in length and must be pasted into the notes section of the uploading process. Acceptance will be based on the unified body of work by each artist rather than on individual images. Preference will be given to new work or work created within the last two (2) years that has not been widely exhibited in the Houston area. A maximum of 10 digital image files (jpg, compression at 7 (medium), sRGB or RGB, 72ppi, no larger than 1280 pixels on the longest side, layers flattened, 8 bit mode, with file names not including characters other than a period) are acceptable. Upload the images in the reverse order you would like them to be displayed. No slides, please. All files must be titled with a number corresponding to the entry form, your last name, title of work, and year of completion.”
For the full prospectus and to submit, click here.
All applications must be submitted online through SmarterEntry.com. We will not accept emailed submissions, CDs or actual prints.
APA/Lucie Foundation Scholarship Program
American Photographic Artists | Lucie Foundation
$5,000 Photography Scholarship
Submission opens November 1, 2011, the deadline is April 30, 2012
Submission is free.
“The APA/Lucie Foundation Scholarship is available to a deserving established professional photographer for a specific project in the amount of $5,000 through its partnership with the Lucie Foundation. APA desires to support and encourage growth and professional development, and is excited to partner with the Lucie Foundation for the 2012 grant cycle to show its commitment to advancing professional photography.” This is the first year they are offering the award.
Professional photographers interested in applying for the scholarship will be asked to write a one-page description of the project for which they are seeking funding.
Submission Requirements
Please read the following information carefully to make sure your application material is complete. Incomplete applications will not be considered:
1. Project Proposal. This proposal should include the following:
-Project Start and End Dates
-Desired Disbursement Dates (at least two)
-250 word description of your project
-Your Plan for completing the project (i.e. how you intend to approach the project and how you intend to use the scholarship money)
-Five Project Deliverables (e.g. 20 prints of existing work), listed in order from most to least pertinent and immediate to the project.
2. A one-page biography and/or CV
3. Twenty digital images.
Applications are only being accepted online here.
Deadline November 1st: 2012 SPE Student Scholarships
Society for Photographic Education
2012 Student Scholarship Opportunities
Deadline: Tuesday, November 1, 2011 at 11:59 pm EST
Fee: $10
“SPE student members can apply for scholarships to offset the cost of attending SPE’s 2012 SPE National Conference in San Francisco March 22-25, 2012. All awards include a 2012 national conference fee waiver and a one-year membership to SPE.
SPE Awards
Ten SPE Awards are offered and feature a $500 travel stipend to attend the national conference.
The SPE Award for Innovations in Imaging in Honor of Jeannie Pearce
The SPE Award for Innovations in Imaging, in honor of Jeannie Pearce is open to all eligible students working primarily with digital technology and is designated for work only possible because of emerging digital technologies-no alternative processes or gelatin silver prints. A project description describing how the work is possible as a result of emerging digital technologies is required as part of the submission process. Jurors will seek to award work that demonstrates the most innovative, unique, and freshest uses of digital technologies.
The Freestyle Crystal Apple Award for Outstanding Achievement in Black and White Photography
The Freestyle Crystal Apple Award for Outstanding Achievement in Black and White Photography is generously sponsored by Freestyle Photographic Supplies. Freestyle’s goal in offering this award is to provide greater support for students working in traditional black and white silver imaging and alternative processes. One student will be awarded a $5,000 cash prize. All light-sensitive processes, including alternative processes (Van Dyke brown, platinum, albumen, gum bichromate, cyanotype, kallitype, salt, liquid emulsion, lith printing, hand coloring, bromoil, modern day tintype, etc.) are eligible for this award as long as the end product is a gelatin silver or handmade alternative process print. No digital prints accepted.
Jurors
This year’s jurors are SPE national board members serving on the Awards and Recognition Committee: Christina Z. Anderson (chair), Sama Alshaibi, and Liz Wells.”
For submission guidelines please visit SPE’s website.
Deadline October 15th: Women’s Studio Workshop Fellowships & Residencies
Women’s Studio Workshop
Upcoming Deadlines for Fellowship and Residency Oppurtunities
“The Women’s Studio Workshop awards offer artists the time, studio space and equipment, to create new work, among a fantastic community of artists. Follow the links below for program details.”
Postmark Deadline of Saturday, October 15, 2011 for:
Art-in-Education Fellowship
Studio Fellowship
Ora Schneider Regional Artist Residency
Postmark Deadline of Tuesday, November 15, 2011 for:
Artist Book Residency
Art-in-Education Residency