call for Indigenous artists: REVEAL Indigenous Art Awards

The Foundation will begin accepting applications starting March 1st, 2016.
The deadline for submissions is June 1st.
The Awards are intended to recognize emerging and
established Indigenous artists working in traditional or contemporary
practices. The awards will be given in six artistic categories
including dance, music, theatre, literature, film/video (media arts),
and visual arts/fine craft.

Applications from artists working in multiple art forms will
also be accepted, however, applicants should choose one of the
artistic categories listed above in which to apply.

Artists selected to receive an award may use the proceeds of the award at their own discretion.

Award recipients will be selected by a jury of peers. Awards
will be given at the sole discretion of The Hnatyshyn Foundation. All
decisions are final.

How to Apply

Candidates must submit a complete application online, or in hard copy
via Canada Post or courier service, no later than the deadline. If
sent by post or courier, submissions must be postmarked or time stamped
no later than this date. There are no exceptions. We encourage all
candidates to submit their applications well in advance to avoid any
chance of missing the deadline.

Eligibility

To be eligible to apply, you must

  • Be of Indigenous descent.
    For the purposes of these awards, Indigenous people include First Nations, Inuit and Métis people of Canada.
  • Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
  • Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
  • Define and describe yourself as a practising artist.

Other Requirements

The awards are intended for practising artists as performers and
creators. Contemporary and traditional practices are eligible.

Artistic Disciplines
Dance, Music, Theatre
For applicants in dance, music and theatre, the awards are
intended for performance. Oral traditions, storytelling, spoken word,
pow wow and hip hop are included in these categories. Choreographers,
arrangers, composers and directors are not eligible.

Literature
The awards in literature are intended for writers in fiction, non-fiction and poetry, as well as playwrights.

Film/Video (Media Arts)
The awards in film and video are intended for creators working in
film and video (analog or digital), including animation, who retain
creative control of their work. Producers and screenwriters are not
eligible.

Visual Art & Fine Craft
The awards in visual art and fine craft include conventional
visual art practices (painting, drawing, sculpture, photography,
printmaking, mixed media). Installation, performance art and conceptual
art are also eligible.

In fine craft, contemporary and traditional practices are
eligible, including, carving, jewellery making, ceramics, glass work,
bead work, fiber, textile and fashion, and include other
traditional/culture-based materials such as fish scale, caribou hair
tufting, and quillwork.

Submitting Your Application

You can complete and submit your application online starting March 1st. If you are submitting your application in hard copy by Canada Post or courier service, please send all materials in a single package.
Do not send originals. Due to the high volume of requests, application
support materials cannot be returned. Make sure to retain a copy of
any materials you send. Late or incomplete applications and any
supplementary materials arriving after the deadline date will not be
reviewed.

For more details, please consult our frequently asked questions.

You can download a copy of the application form here for reference purposes.

You can apply online starting March 1st.

Results will be communicated in January of 2017.

www.rjhf.com/programs/indigenousawards//guidelines.php

Register now! FUSION Conference 2016

June 3 – 5Chestnut Centre, University of Toronto
89 Chestnut Street, Toronto, ON M5G 1R1
www.clayandglass.on.ca
 

FUSION is proud to present five Korean Master Potters from Icheon City, South Korea. Please join us for an inspirational weekend of hands-on workshops and presentations delivered by the Masters.
You may know them from the video that has been circulating on Facebook and YouTube: “5 South Korean Ceramic and Pottery Master Craftsmen, Show Off Their Skills.” Watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6T7WOECCCRY  With over 400,000 views, these incredible artisans have become an internet sensation. FUSION
is bringing them to Toronto to present a weekend participatory workshop
where they will teach their forming and decorating techniques.

This
year’s workshops include unique tools from Korea for you to keep. Each
participant will also be provided with sample pieces on which to explore
the techniques demonstrated.
   
     For more information about the Korean Masters:                CLICK HERE 

        For accommodation information:                                          CLICK HERE
        Map of area and parking information:                                   CLICK HERE


About FUSION Conferences

Every June, FUSION’s Annual Conference and Annual General Members Meeting are held in various major centres throughout Ontario. Conference attendees get a full slate of exciting events:

  • Presenters who are renowned experts in their fields
  • All inclusive registration fees (including lunch and snacks)
  • Discounted early-bird rates + prize draws = added incentive to reserve your spot early
  • Varied, event-packed Conference schedule
  • Hands-on Workshops
  • Reduced rates on accommodation
  • Prizes offered throughout the Conference weekend
  • Suppliers’ presentations with special discounts
  • Dinner and other special events
  • Exhibition and other local art exhibits
  • Silent Auction
  • Annual General Meeting, including Volunteer of the Year Awards
  • Time off to enjoy local events and restaurants

FUSION wishes to thank our sponsors for their generous support

job posting: Assitant/Associate Professor in Ceramics @ ACAD

The
School of Craft + Emerging Media at ACAD invites applications for the
position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Ceramics.  The successful
candidate will be capable of teaching all forms of Ceramic practice
through core courses and studio supervision, including vessel,
sculptural, figurative, installation and performance.  The candidate
will possess an active studio practice that will contribute to the
breadth of the program and demonstrate a critical and creative
engagement with contemporary discourse on Craft and Ceramics.  In
combination with a collaborative spirit and professional commitment to
the field, experience in academic service, curricular innovation and
Ceramics’ studio management will be considered an asset.


Responsibilities include:

  • Teach in all levels of the BFA and MFA in Craft Media program; studio and lecture/seminar courses

  • Contribute
    actively to curriculum development in the School of Craft + Emerging
    Media and the strategic initiatives of ACAD’s Research and Academic
    Affairs
  • Maintain
    research/studio practice and contribute to research and scholarship in
    the field of contemporary craft, specifically ceramics
  • Demonstrate a commitment to continuing pedagogical and academic excellence
  • Provide
    service to the Faculty and College governance framework, including
    outreach activities that contribute to the academic life and profile of
    the College

The successful candidate will have:

  • An MFA

  • A
    minimum of three (3) years post-secondary teaching experience at the
    graduate and undergraduate levels in studio, lecture, and seminar class
    formats
  • A minimum of three (3) years of research/studio practice outside of post-secondary education
  • Sound
    knowledge of ceramic technologies including wheel throwing,
    hand-building, mold-making and casting, clay and glaze technology, and
    kiln firing
  • Experience with object design and digital fabrication technologies
  • Experience teaching and working in interdisciplinary and/or trans-disciplinary contexts
  • A comprehensive knowledge of Ceramics history, contemporary theory and discourse in ceramics practices
  • A broad knowledge of history, theory and practice as it applies to Craft, Art and Design
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, time-management, and organizational skills
  • The ability to facilitate collaboration in studio production or research
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and time management/organizational skills
  • A community-minded and team oriented attitude


How to Apply

>>>Please
submit applications by clicking on the Apply Now tab at the bottom of
this page. The application must include a current cover letter, a
current CV, and the following:

  • Evidence
    of research, professional practice, creative activities, publications
    and /or exhibitions, including a digital portfolio of recent studio work
    containing twenty (20) images accompanied by a corresponding numbered
    list including titles, medium and size

  • A statement outlining philosophies and practices regarding teaching and studio practice
  • Names and contact information for three (3) professional referees

Applications must be submitted in a single PDF document.

Review of applications will begin on January 15th, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled or the search is closed.

The
preferred method to submit your application is the “Upload Resume”
option.  When uploading your file, combine all required material into a
single PDF document. Include all required support material in your PDF
document – incomplete submissions may not be considered.  Please visit
ACAD’s How to Apply page to ensure your application is complete prior to submission.

Further information about the College is available on our website at www.acad.ca.

ACAD is an equal opportunity employer and is
strongly committed to fostering diversity within our community. We
welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of the
College. We
encourage expressions of interest from all qualified applicants for
consideration for this or other suitable vacancies although applications
from Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

The
collection of personal information is for the purpose of determining
eligibility and suitability for employment as authorized by the Freedom
of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act, section 33(c). If
you have any questions about the collection of your information, please
contact Human Resources at [email protected] or (403)284-7683.

While we thank all candidates for their interest, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

https://can747t.dayforcehcm.com/CandidatePortal/en-US/acad/Posting/View/11 

ACAD now offering Master of Fine Arts in Craft Media – Apply NOW!

Master of Fine Arts in Craft Media 

Pursue your MFA at the intersection of contemporary craft discourse and professional practice.

ACAD’s Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in Craft Media is a
cross-disciplinary degree that facilitates high-level creative research
in the context of emerging craft discourses.

Participants are provided with an immersive opportunity to experiment
with materials and engage with ideas and will be challenged to push the
boundaries of what is possible in the generation and application of
original knowledge.

The Research and Graduate Studies Office (RGSO) will be pleased to respond to specific inquiries via [email protected].

http://www.acad.ca/mfa.html