Fellowship Program Update 
The Individual Artist Fellowship Panel meetings will conclude on October 25, 2004.  The panels' recommendations will then be sent to the Florida Arts Council at their meeting in Orlando on November 9-11.  Once the Arts Council approves the awards, the recommendations are then sent to the Secretary of State for final approval.  All fellowship applicants will receive official written notification of the results in December.  The All applicants will also receive copies of the panelists' evaluation/score sheets with written comments. 

The next deadline for the Individual Artist Fellowship program is June 1, 2005 for Visual Arts and Media Arts applicants ONLY.  The guidelines will be posted on the Division's website next year.

New Exhibits at the Capitol

“A Time to Grow,” an exhibition of mixed-media works by Tallahassee artist Kenneth Reshard, will be on display from October 4, 2004 through January 6, 2005 in the Old Capitol Gallery. A reception will take place on Friday, November 5, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. Working in a variety of artistic media from ceramics, painting, and drawing, to printmaking, graphics, and collage, Reshard often combines multi-media techniques in a single piece. Utilizing images of African textiles, cubist fractures, and modern frontality, his pieces are rich in surface quality and symbolic expression... Read More

Kenneth Reshard, Queen, painting, 24" x 48"

“First Light,” an exhibition of photographs by Melbourne Beach artist Jeffrey Berger will be on display from October 11, 2004 through January 9, 2005 in the Cabinet Meeting Room.  Nature photographer Jeffrey Berger lives on the barrier island of Melbourne Beach – its 20 miles of unspoiled coastal habitat is the perfect environment for capturing some of Florida’s most protected species on film...Read More

Jeffrey Berger, Wood Stork, Digital Photograph, 14" x 25" x 1"

The Capitol Complex Exhibition Program provides Florida artists with the opportunity to exhibit their work at Florida's State Capitol, a highly-visible, year-round tourist attraction. The program offers four galleries for exhibitions: the Capitol Gallery on the 22nd Floor, the Old Capitol Gallery in the historic capitol building, the Cabinet Meeting Room, and the Governor's Office Gallery. Exhibitions are normally booked several years in advance. Find out how to apply, or, for more information, contact Erin Long at the Division of Cultural Affairs: (850) 245-6475; elong@dos.state.fl.us

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The Craft Emergency Relief Fund (CERF) is a national nonprofit that helps strengthen and sustain the careers of professional craft artists. CERF is responding to artists who have been hit hard by the recent hurricanes Ivan, Frances and Charley. CERF has a Disaster Relief Fund that provides quick grants of up to $1,000, and offers no-interest loans of up to $8,000 to qualified applicants who have been affected by disasters. CERF also provides information about other assistance, access to discounts and donations on equipment, and supplies and booth fee waivers at craft shows. For more information, contact CERF, P.O. Box 838, Montpelier, VT 05601-0838; Phone: 802-229-2306; Fax: 802-223-6484; Email: info@craftemergency.org Website: www.craftemergency.org

October 28, 2004
The Martin County Public Art Advisory Board is seeking to commission a public art to be located in Indian Riverside Park in Jensen Beach, Florida. Indian Riverside Park is a 54-acre regional park along the western shore of the Indian river. The proposed site of the art is to be located in and/or around a lake to the left of the entrance to the park. The board is looking for an impact piece that will complement and enhance the features of the park. The piece should be one which is illuminated during the evening hours. The budget is $75,000. For questions or complete application requirements, please contact: Mary Hutchinson, phone: (772) 287-6676 ext 23 or publicart@martinarts.org or visit: www.martin.fl.us/GOVT/depts/gmd/arts

November 1, 2004
Kalliope announces the Sue Saniel Elkind Poetry Contest. $1,000.00 First Place Award for the Best Poem by a Woman Poetry may be in any style and on any subject. Maximum poem length is 50 lines. Entry fee is $4.00 per poem or 3 poems for $10.00. Payment must accompany submissions. Any number of poems may be submitted. Poems that have been previously published, have received monetary awards, or are under consideration elsewhere are not eligible. Manuscripts must be typed. Submit 2 copies of each poem, one copy with the author's name, address and phone number TYPED on the upper right corner. The author's name, address and phone number or identification must NOT appear on the other copy which will be used in the judging. (Strict adherence to guidelines is required. Failure to follow these rules will disqualify entry!) Manuscripts will not be returned. Winner will be announced in Spring 2005. For announcement of winners, include a SASE (self addressed, stamped envelope). If you want to be notified of receipt of your manuscript, include a self addressed, stamped postcard. Deadline: Submissions postmarked by November 1. Submit poetry and check or money order (no cash) to: Kalliope, Sue Saniel Elkind Poetry Contest, Florida Community College at Jacksonville, 11901 Beach Boulevard, Jacksonville, Florida 32246; Telephone: (904) 646-2081.

November 8 , 2004
Sculpture Key West is issuing a call to all sculptors. Viewed by Land, Sea and Air: Sculpture Key West invites artists to submit applications for Sculpture Key West 2005, an annual exhibition of contemporary sculpture set in Fort Zachary Taylor Historic State Park in Key West, Florida. The park is home to a Civil War era fort surrounded by a moat, a 16 acre field, wooded areas and Key West's most popular beaches. Over $12,000 available in artist assistance and awards. For information, visit: www.sculpturekeywest.com or contact: Sculpture Key West, P.O. Box 7, Key West, FL 33041; (305) 295-3800; email: info@sculpturekeywest.com

November 18, 2004
NATIONAL JURIED ART COMPETITION : EXPO XX1V. All media. Juror: David Ebony, Associate Manager and News Editor, Art in America. Award : 5-7 person exhibit, March 3 – April 3, 05. Six slides and SASE to b.j.spoke gallery, 299 Main St., Huntington, N.Y. 11743 or access and print EXPO XX1V prospectus and entry form from gallery website: www.bjspokegallery.com

November 19, 2004
The Tampa Public Art Program is seeking to commission an artist/photographer to explore and photograph life and the crucial issues and events within the City of Tampa for one year. The project is open to art photographers, photojournalists and documentary photographers. This year, the program is particularly interested in works that deal with the concept of light. Budget: $25,000.  For submission requirements, contact Melissa LeBaron at (813) 274-8531 or melissa.lebaron@tampagov.net.

December 1, 2004
The Center for Emerging Art, Inc.'s focus is on encouraging and promoting the success of the artists and serve as a gateway through which the artists can enter the arts mainstream. The Center for Emerging Art, Inc. is in the process of forming its CEA CHAMBER ENSEMBLE to have a year round presence in Miami-Dade County and South Florida DEADLINE: Application must be received by December 1, 2004. For application materials, contact: Center for Emerging Art, Inc., 800 West Avenue, Suite 737, Miami Beach, FL 33139; (305)538-2803.

December 1, 2004
Women In Photography International (WIPI) announces an international call for entries for "Decisive Moments: A Tribute to Henri Cartier-Bresson," an international juried online photographic exhibition of works by female photographers. Deadline for entries is December 1, 2004, midnight PST. Exhibition will run from January-March at www.WomenInPhotography.org. Prizes will be awarded for Best of Show, People’s Choice, Best Professional (USA and Foreign) and Best Amateur (USA and Foreign). Open to female photographers, professional and amateur, using any photographic process. Entries must illustrate Cartier-Bresson’s concept of the “decisive moment” in photography. JURORS:Sue Brisk - Editorial Director, Magnum Photos, Howard Greenberg - Owner, Howard Greenberg Gallery / New York, Lesley Martin - Executive Book Editor, Aperture Foundation, Esther Woerdehoff - Owner, Galerie Esther Woerdehoff / Paris, FranceEntries must be submitted as digital files via the online entry form at www.WomenInPhotography.org. For complete entry guidelines visit: www.womeninphotography.org/decisivemoments/entryguidelines.html.

December 1, 2004
Meridian Anthology of Contemporary Poetry seeks submissions. SUBMISSION GUIDELINES: Submissions will be accepted from February 28, 2004 to December 1, 2004 for the publication of the 2005 anthology: 1. From 1-5 poems. 2. A brief bio in case of publication. 3. No previously published poems. 4. Simultaneous submissions accepted. 5. If you want your poetry returned, please include a SASE (self addressed stamped envelope) to: Meridian Anthology of Contemporary Poetry PO Box 970309 Boca Raton, FL.33497 For more information, visit: www.meridiananthology.com

December 1, 2004
Greater Miami Youth Symphony announces the 2005 Robert Strassburg Piano Concerto Competition for young pianists. REQUIRED COMPETITION MUSIC: Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin. COMPETITION INFORMATION: Date: The competition will be held Saturday, January 22, 2005. Participants will be notified of their audition time in advance. Location: Orchestra Rehearsal Room, Hernandez Building, #8122, Kendall Campus, Miami Dade College. Participants must be accompanied. The accompanist may not be the participant’s teacher. Participant must be in elementary, middle or high school, and may not be older than 18 years old. Music must be memorized for competition. Winner will perform in May 2005 with the Symphony Orchestra of the Greater Miami Youth Symphony at FIU Wertheim Performing Arts Center. APPLICATION FEE: $35.00 (non refundable). Please make check payable to: GMYS 2005 Piano Concerto Competition. DEADLINE: Application must be received by December 1, 2004. For application, contact: Greater Miami Youth Symphony, Robert Strassburg Piano Concerto Competition, PO Box 431125, Miami, FL 33143; Phone (305) 267-3002; www.gmys.org.

December 1, 2004
Alice James Books, a nonprofit cooperative poetry press, will be accepting submissions of poetry manuscripts for the Beatrice Hawley Award postmarked through December 1st, 2004. The Beatrice Hawley Award welcomes submissions from emerging as well as established poets. Entrants must reside in the United States. The winner receives $2000, book publication and has no cooperative membership commitment. In addition to the winning manuscript, one or more additional manuscripts may be chosen for publication. For guidelines, visit: http://www.alicejamesbooks.org/BH.html.

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The Miami Performing Art Center is seeking a temporary Programming Coordinator to cover the Programming Manager while on leave. The duration of this position is approximately 10 weeks, commencing November 1, 2004 through mid-January 2005. Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Director of Programming in developing and implementing a comprehensive education and community programming strategy for the Performing Arts Center. This may include live and recorded performance art in a variety of art forms, on-site and off-site activities, the creative use of electronic media and other emerging technologies and ongoing liaison with key educational and community stakeholders to ensure that its programs and facilities are meeting expressed needs. Government and community relations are also part of the scope of the coordinator’s role particularly at a regional and local level. It also includes working with the Center’s Resident Companies and other client organizations to ensure that, as far as possible, a consistent set of cultural values are applied to all programs which take place in the Center. The coordinator would also be involved in ensuring that the educational and outreach services of the Center are equally available to the diverse communities of Miami-Dade County. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, arts education or a related area; an understanding and experience of U.S. performing arts practice; at least 3 years experience in the arts field, some of which in multi-art form circumstances; strong administrative and organizational skills; fully computer literate; experience in working with performing artists; strong public speaking and presentation skills.   Send resumes with cover letter and salary requirement to: resumes@pacmiami.com. To learn more about the Performing Arts Center of Greater Miami, visit www.miamidade.gov/pac.

Florida Grand Opera has openings for two experienced, top-notch development professionals: Director of Individual Giving who will be responsible for the annual giving program. Specific responsibilities include overseeing the annual fund campaign as well as prospecting, soliciting and closing new and increased individual gifts. The Director will also oversee the stewardship of major donors. The Director will also be expected to deal with both major gifts and planned gifts as necessary and to participate in the current capital campaign. The company budget is $10 million, with about half from contributed income. The annual giving program accounts for just over $2 million. The Director’s primary office will be in Miami and he or she will provide day to day supervision to the development staff in that office. The Director reports to the Managing Director of Development. Interested persons are encouraged to submit cover letter and resume electronically to job@fgo.org or via mail to: Mr. Rich Freshwater, HR Director, Florida Grand Opera, 1200 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145. Development Associate for Volunteers and Events. The ideal candidate is a personable, detail-oriented professional who enjoys working closely with volunteers and helps develop and monitor budgets, event plans and schedules, event logistics, records, invitations and mailing, reports, rsvp lists and pre- and post-publicity. The Development Associate will be the hands-on person to work with volunteers and events primarily in Broward and south Palm Beach and will be based at the Josephine S. Leiser Opera Center in Fort Lauderdale’s Arts and Entertainment District. Interested persons are encouraged to submit cover letter and resume electronically to job@fgo.org or via mail to: Mr. Rich Freshwater, HR Director, Florida Grand Opera, 1200 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145.

The Museum of Discovery and Science in Ft. Lauderdale seeks Communications and Promotions Coordinator. QUALIFICATIONS: Must have good written and verbal communication skills and ability to cultivate and maintain media relations related to the generation of publicity. Ability to create and coordinate sales promotions for the Museum. Requires a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience in a related area. SUMMARY: Prepares and disseminates information regarding the Museum of Discovery & Science and its products (programs, films, exhibits, camps, memberships, group sales, etc.) through newspapers, magazines, television, radio, and other forms of media. Implements sales promotions and helps coordinate promotional events and facility rentals. ACCOUNTABILITY: Accountable for the generation of publicity in print and electronic mediums. Accountable for the accuracy and completeness of information provided to external publics (media) and internal publics (staff, volunteers), and for the effectiveness of promotions and media relations. Responsible for event coordination of assigned facility rentals and promotional events. If you are interested in this position, please contact: Marlene Janetos mjanetos@mods.net.

The Greater Miami Performing and Visual Arts College Fair will be held Tuesday, October 26, 2004, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Signature Grand in Miami. This free event will provide information to high-school students interested in pursuing undergraduate and graduate programs of study in the areas of music, dance, theater, visual arts, graphic design, and other related disciplines. For more information about the Greater Miami Performing and Visual Arts College Fair, including directions to the fair, a list of colleges exhibiting at the fair, and tips for preparing for the fair, visit the National Association for College Admission Counseling website at www.nacac.com/fairs.html, email collegefairs@nacac.com, or call 800/836-2222

The Interdisciplinary Sound Arts Workshop (iSAW) announces two special workshops conducted by guest artists: DAVID ROSENBOOM / MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2004 / 7:30 – 9:30 PM MATT ROBERTS / SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2004 / NOON – 4 PM at 12355 NE 13 AVE #206, North Miami.  Enrollment is limited so sign up soon! To register for classes you can reach Gustavo Matamoros or Susan Caraballo via email at saw.sfca@earthlink.net or by calling (305) 981-0600. Interdisciplinary Sound Arts Workshop (iSAW), 12355 NE 13 Avenue #206 North Miami, FL 33161; (305) 981-0600; isaw@earthlink.net.

VSA arts of Florida Annual Leadership Conference takes place November 4-6, 2004 at SeaWorld, Orlando, FL. "READY FOR TODAY" HOW TO BUILD AN INCLUSIVE CLASSROOM WHERE EVERY STUDENT EXPERIENCES SIGNIFICANT LEARNING IN AND THROUGH THE ARTS is a two and a half day workshop on disability awareness, creating access and participation, linking communities through the arts, co-teaching strategies, Art for All training with Wayne Szot and much more. For conference registration fees and information, contact: Lee M. Moniz Education Coordinator: (813)558-5094; Fax: (813) 975-6596; Email: lmoniz@tempest.coedu.usf.edu

The Seventh Annual Cultural and Heritage Tourism Alliance Forum will be held this year in Chicago, Illinois on November 18-20, 2004.  For more information, visit www.chtalliance.com or contact: mlaviste@cityofchicago.org or call (312) 742-4984.