Art Tip of the Day

• 11.02.07 WEBSITE
  Opportunities for Artists blog
  A new blog, updated almost daily, with all kinds of opportunities for artists. Look for details and deadlines for exhibitions, artist residencies, competitions, contests, scholarships, income opportunities, collective projects, awards, grants, and more. Also, as a reminder, check our del.icio.us bookmarks regularly for new links pertaining to artist resources/opportunities.del.icio.us/
• October 30, 2007
  ADVOCACY
  Artist Deduction Bill
  Under current tax laws, charitable donations of artwork are treated differently for collectors versus artists. Creators of artwork are only able to deduct the cost of materials such as paint and canvas, while collectors are able to deduct the fair-market value. Learn about about the Artist Deduction Bill and how to advocate for this and other arts issues. Visit the Americans for the Arts website.
  
• October 20, 2007
  WEBSITE
  George Sugarman Foundation
  The George Sugarman Foundation makes grants available for artists in need of financial assistance. Award amounts are open, but the artist must provide a budget for the amount requested. For information, contact the George Sugarman Foundation, 448 Ignacio Blvd., Novato, CA 94949; phone: 415/713-8167; email: ardensugarman{at}hotmail.com.
  
• October 14, 2007
  WEBSITE
  Fractured Atlas
  Fractured Atlas is a non-profit organization that provides services and support to artists and arts organizations. The site is a great resource for the following: health/liability insurance, fiscal sponsorship, artist opportunities, artist discussion.
  
• October 10, 2007
  FASHION OPPORTUNITY
  Indie Designer Fashion Market
  Indie Designer Market is currently accepting designers for a special holiday market on Saturday, December 15 from 10am-7pm. The location will be announced after the market solidifies the list of participating designers. Complete the online designer submission form for additional details.
  
• October 7, 2007
  ARTIST DIRECTORY SITE
  re-title.com
  re-title.com is an online resource for emerging artists, curators, writers, and galleries providing both an artist's directory and regularly updated visual guide to international exhibitions and expositions. As far as paid artist portfolio sites go, we would most recommend this site for contemporary artists pursuing gallery exposure opportunities. Most important, re-title's directory is selective. As an added incentive, re-title offers a regular artist opportunities e-newsletter for all members. As an example, here are 2 opportunities recently included in their e-mail newsletter: ArtSway Open07 and city without walls METRO 25 show
  
• September 25, 2007
  WEBSITE
  ArtFairCalendar.com
  A valuable resource for researching new fine art and craft fairs. The website summarizes the best art fairs nationwide, the best fairs in specific cities/regions, and also includes a call for entries page. Discover new artists through the featured artist section. Additional art fair information, including detailed fair evaluations can be found at the ArtFairCalendar.com blog.
  
• September 19, 2007
  FELLOWSHIP
  A.I.R. Gallery Fellowship Program: 18-month sponsored membership and solo show for NYC women artists
  A.I.R. Gallery | 511 W. 25th Street NYC, NY
  Deadline October 31, 2007
  Website & application
• September 18, 2007
  EXHIBITION
  LAWN NATION: Art & Science of the American Lawn
  The Notebaert Nature Museum | Chicago, IL
  Proposals due by October 31, 2007.
  Show opens in mid-May 2008.
  Download RFP