ARTS COUNCIL PARTICIPATION PROECT AWARD

The arts participation project award supports initiatives in the field of arts participation commencing in 2012. Group (community group), individual artists or organisations may apply for the Arts Council Participation Project Award.

The Arts Council has an online services website. All applications must be submitted through the online services website. You can upload a wide range of support materials in electronic format (up to 20 MB in total) along with your application form. The window for making an online application opens on 29 February 2012. Before you will be able to make an online application you will have to register with the site. It may take up to five working days for your registrations to be confirmed so it is very important that you register as early as possible.

The closing date for applications is 29th March 2012 and the maximum amount awarded will be €40,000.

T: 01 6180200
E: awards@artscouncil.ie

CRAFTS COUNCIL OF IRELAND CRAFT BUSINESS MENTORS

The CCoI has for many years recognised the importance of mentoring. Following evaluation and extensive research the CCoI is now running an expanded mentoring scheme under its Strategic Plan 2010 – 2012. Mentoring is a key element of the CCoI Enterprise Strategy. The main objective of the CCoI scheme is to provide expertise, which will help improve the design, production and commercial prospects of individual craft enterprises. Mentoring in recent times has covered many aspects ranging from glaze development and product design through to business and strategic planning.

Each craft enterprise applying will be asked to set their objectives and outline how much mentoring they require and how it will benefit the business. These will be presented on the application form (see below to download). This mentoring scheme has greatly assisted the product and business development of 115 craft enterprises in the last two years.

The utmost care is taken in matching successful mentee applicants with the required expertise. You can also browse the profiles of 50 mentors on the CCoI website. You will find highly professional, interesting and varied mentor skill sets.

A selection panel will stress test the objectives and assess the proposal. Each successful mentoring applicant will be assigned a mentor in consultation with the Enterprise Development Programme Manager. The closing date for Craft Business Mentors is 24th February 2012.

W: http://www.ccoi.ie/content/view/300/226/

EMER LYNCH – 2012 AA2A ARTIST AT UNIVERSITY OF SUNDERLAND

In January 2012, glass artist Emer Lynch will travel to the University of Sunderland to participate in their Artists’ Access to Art Colleges programme. Here, she will develop her work in their Architectural Glass department. She will act as artist, mentor and speaker, and will give a presentation on her work on 17th January 2012. Updates about her experiences at the University of Sunderland and photographs showing the progression of her work will be posted on her AA2A blog: http://aa2a.biz/pg/profile/emer

W: www.facebook.com/Emer.Lynch.Glass

CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD AT SHOWCASE 2012

Now in its fifth year, the highly acclaimed Craftsmanship Award at Showcase is an excellent opportunity to exhibit your high levels of craftsmanship.

The application must be completed and submitted by 5pm Wednesday 18th January 2012.

E: amanda@ccoi.ie
W: http://showcaseireland.com/awardsprogramme/

IRISH CRAFT BURSARY AWARD 2012

The CCoI Irish Craft Bursary is awarded to professional craftspeople in order to support the creative development of their craft and to enable new opportunities in their practice. The Irish Craft Bursary was launched in 2005 with the objective of providing an opportunity to assist makers to develop a body of work that they would otherwise not have had the time or resources to develop. Irish Craft Bursary offers a prize fund of €10,000 awarded to support a commitment to producing craftwork that illustrates the attainment of the highest level of technical and design skill. For 2012, the Crafts Council of Ireland will award three bursaries between €2,500 - €4,000. The amounts awarded will depend on the scope of the top three proposals and the panel’s decision as to how the fund should be divided.

Closing date for new applications is Wednesday 18th January 2012 by 5pm.

E: ciara@ccoi.ie
W: http://www.ccoi.ie/content/view/137/243/
T: (056) 779 6137

ARTS COUNCIL BURSARY AWARDS

The Arts Council provides Bursary Awards in order to assist individual artists in the development of their art practice. The award emphasises the value and benefit to an artist's development that is derived from a focused period of engagement with their practice.

The following awards are available:
Architecture Bursary Award
Arts Participation Bursary Award
Dance Bursary Award
Film Bursary Award
Literature Bursary Award
Music Bursary Award
Theatre Bursary Award
Traditional Arts Bursary Award
Visual Arts Bursary Award

Bursary Awards next closing date – 5:30pm, Thursday, 19 January 2012. Guidelines for applications are available online.

W: http://www.artscouncil.ie/en/view_fund.aspx?fid=91067055-c6f8-4e0e-8af0-d2f800d0140e

CRAFTSMANSHIP AWARD AT SHOWCASE 2012

The highly acclaimed Craftsmanship Award at Showcase (now in its fifth year) is an excellent opportunity to exhibit your high levels of craftsmanship. The application form will be available online on the Crafts Council of Ireland website www.ccoi.ie from 12th December 2011 and must be completed and submitted to amanda@ccoi.ie by Wednesday 18th January 2012 by 5pm.

E: amanda@ccoi.ie
W: http://www.ccoi.ie/directory/listing.php?listing_ID=2365

KILKENNY COUNTY COUNCIL ARTS OFFICE 2011 BURSARY AWARD

Kilkenny County Council Arts Office is now inviting artists working across all art form to apply for its Arts Office 2011 Bursary. Applications will be accepted from individual creative practitioners working in any art form to enable them to pursue their practice, to develop within their chosen discipline, including research and development, professional development, collaborative projects and activities, multidisciplinary projects and equipment. Individuals seeking assistance must be involved in arts activities which, in the opinion of the Arts Office, develop knowledge of the arts and arts practice, their own practice and that of others. They must seek to promote the arts and artists practice to the public and develop an appreciation of the arts and their own practice and that of others. Undertakings should also assist in improving the standards of the arts and arts practice. The Arts Office is encouraging individuals seeking assistance to involve other! s in their project, to assist and develop collaborative practice and engage with others in the execution of their activity or project.

Closing date: 4pm, Monday 14th November 2011

E: niamh.finn@kilkennycoco.ie
E: mary.butler@kilkennycoco.ie
W: www.kilkennycoco.ie/eng/Services/Arts/Grants_Awards/
W: www.artlinks.ie
T: 056 779 4138

THE GOLDEN FLEECE AWARD – CALL FOR 2012 SUBMISSIONS

The Golden Fleece Award is an artistic fund established as a charitable bequest by the late Helen Lillias Mitchell. The Award aims to support and promote a wide range of artistic creativity, recognising excellence in painting, textiles and sculpture, glasswork, and all the traditional crafts. It was launched in 2001 and is now widely recognised as a distinctive stamp of creative support in the realm of Irish art.

The deadline for submissions is 18th November 2011 and entry forms are available online.

W: www.goldenfleeceaward.com

THE FULBRIGHT AWARDS 2012 -2013 NOW OPEN TO APPLICANTS

The Fulbright Awards 2012-2013, offering monetary grants for studying, lecturing and researching in the USA are now open to applicants. The awards are open to postgraduate, post-doctoral and professional candidates across all disciplines. Fulbright will also be visiting institutions around Ireland during October and November to provide information about the Fulbright Awards and general postgraduate study in the USA.

The deadline for applications is 12pm (midday) Friday 18th November 2011.

E: pippa.halley@fulbright.ie
W: www.fulbright.ie
T: + 353 1 660 76 70

DUBLIN CITY COUNCIL 2011 ARTS BURSARIES: CALL

Dublin City Council invites applications from artists who wish to be considered for a Bursary of E4,000 towards studies at an advanced level or the development of work/professional skills. Artists, resident in Dublin City Council’s administrative area, can apply for a Bursary in Visual Arts, Music, Dance, Drama and Literature. One bursary will be awarded in each discipline.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 5pm, Friday 15 April 2011.
Only hard copy applications will be accepted.

To download application form visit:

W: http://www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/ArtsOffice/ArtsFunding/Pages/ArtsFunding.aspx
T: +353 (0)1 222 7850
E: catherine.neville@dublincity.ie

THE FRED CONLON CONTEMPORARY SCULPTURE AWARD: CALL

Closing Date: Friday 15 April 2011.
Sligo County Council Arts Service invites visual artists, particularly sculptors, to apply for the Fred Conlon Contemporary Sculpture Award 2011.

This award offers the opportunity to avail of studio and living facilities for two months in the inspiring scenic region of Easkey, West Sligo and one month in the Leitrim Sculpture Centre followed by a solo exhibition in the Leitrim Sculpture Centre upon completion of the residency. Dates of the residency are fixed between mid January and mid May 2012.

Open to national and international artists, applicants will be required to have a third level qualification in art or an equivalent record of application and achievement.

Application forms are available on
W: www.sligoarts.ie and from
E: sleavy@sligococo.ie

DAN KLEIN TRAVEL BURSARY 2011: CALLS FOR APPLICATIONS

In memory of Dan Klein, a wonderful motivator and supporter of Contemporary Glass, CGS is offering two travel bursaries for 2011
Aim: To assist two individuals to attend a conference/ event or master class that they would not normally be able to afford. In doing so the individual will gain experience that will encourage the maker to develop their ideas or work into new dimensions.
Eligibility: There are two categories':
1. For established artists who have been working professionally for over four years.
2. For recent graduate within two years of completing a degree, diploma or course. You must have graduated in or after July 2009.

Exclusions: You must be a current member of CGS
Value: Award up to £500 each

Download form from:

W: www.cgs.org.uk

DCC ARTS FUNDING SCHEME: CALL

In accordance with its Arts Service Plan, Dublin City Council invites applications for funding towards arts projects and programmes in the city which are complementary to the following objectives:

-Achieving quality provision of the arts and cultural services.
-Supporting the established and emerging artist.
-Ensuring equality of public access to and participation in the arts, particularly through the city neighbourhoods.
-Encouraging awareness, education and research in the arts.
-Supporting the sustainable! and strategic development of arts initiatives.

Application forms, guidelines and criteria may be obtained from: City Arts Office, Dublin City Council, The LAB, Foley St., Dublin 1.
T: 222 7843 or E-mail: victoria.kearney@dublincity.ie

Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 26th November 2010 at 5pm

ARTS COUNCIL MAIN GRANT SCHEMES: CALL

The Arts Council has announced the deadlines for Regularly Funded Organisations, Annual Programming Grants and Annual Funding for 2011.

Regularly Funded Organisations

Please note: This funding programme is not open to general applications
Closing date: Thursday, 25 November 2010 at 5:30pm

The purpose of the Regularly Funded Organisations programme is to strengthen and make more secure a group of key arts organisations, by contributing to both their operating and artistic programming costs. Funding is allocated on an annual basis and is subject to the resources at the disposal of the Arts Council.

Further information: www.artscouncil.ie/en/view_fund.aspx?fid=834d9ba8-2b7c-4373-85df-661bd928497c
Annual Programming Grants

Closing date: Thursday, 2 December 2010 at 5:30pm

The application window for this funding stream is now open.

The purpose of an Annual Programming Grant is to assist applicants with the cost of their artistic programme. The scheme is aimed at organisations that would not generally require financial assistance from the Arts Council to support on-going administrative costs. However, where directly related to their artistic programme of work, applicants may request some support for proportionate administrative costs.

The Annual Programming Grants scheme is offered once-a-year. Organisations may apply for grants on a recurring basis each year. Organisations in receipt of a grant will be required to account for how the funding has been spent.
Annual Funding

Closing date: Thursday, 2 December 2010 at 5:30pm

The application window for this funding stream is now open.

This funding programme is quite similar to the Revenue Funding scheme which was offered to organisations for the last time in 2006. Applicants may request a contribution towards both artistic programming costs and on-going administrative costs e.g. staffing/annual salary costs/rent on premises.

Annual Funding is offered once-a-year. Organisations may apply for funding on a recurring basis each year.

Organisations in receipt of funding will be required to account for how the funding has been spent.

Please note: Applications can only be submitted through the Arts Council’s online system. Applicants who have not previously used this system must register in advance of making an application. It is recommended that applicants allow five days for registration prior to making an application.

Further information

For further information please contact Gillian Drew, Tel: +353 1 6180214, email gillian.drew@artscouncil.ie or Sara Stokes, Tel +353 1 6180249, email sara.stokes@artscouncil.ie.

www.artscouncil.ie

LAOIS CO CO STUDIO AWARD/SCHEMES: CALL

Laois County Council invites interest in the following Studio Award/Schemes at the Arthouse Stradbally due to commence in March 2011. The facilities include: studio spaces with accommodation and studio spaces without accommodation, exhibition space, rehearsal space, a kiln, garden space, a digital room, broadband and library facilities.

• The Arthouse Studio Award for NCAD Graduates in association with the National College of Art and Design.

• The Professional Artist Studio Scheme

• The Craftsperson Studio Scheme in association with the Crafts Council of Ireland.

Application forms and further information are available from The Arts Office: Telephone 057 8674342/44, website www.laois.ie or email artsoff@laoiscoco.ie

Applications should be submitted not later than 12 noon on the 25th November 2010 to the Arts Officer, Laois County Council, Áras an Chontae, Portlaoise, Co Laois.

Laois County Council invites interest in both studio award and selected studio schemes at the Arthouse, Stradbally due to commence in March 2011. The facilities include: studio spaces with accommodation and studio spaces without accommodation, exhibition space, rehearsal space, a kiln, garden space, a digital room, broadband and library facilities. Deadline: 12 noon, 25 November. Application forms and further information are available from:

Arts Officer, Laois County Council, Áras an Chontae, Portlaoise, Co Laois.

T: 057 8674342/44

E: artsoff@laoiscoco.ie

www.laois.ie

KILKENNY CO CO ARTS OFFICE 2010 BURSARY: CALL

Kilkenny County Council Arts Office is now inviting artists working across all art forms to apply for its Arts Office 2010 Bursary. Applications will be accepted from individual creative practitioners working in any art form to enable them to pursue their practice, to develop within their chosen discipline, including research and development, professional development, formal education, collaborative projects and activities, multidisciplinary projects and equipment.

Individuals seeking assistance must be involved in arts activities which, in the opinion of the Arts Office, develop knowledge of the arts and arts practice, their own practice and that of others. They must seek to promote the arts and arts practice to the public and develop an appreciation of the arts and their own practice and that of others. Undertakings should also assist in improving the standards of the arts and arts practice.

The Arts Office is encouraging individuals seeking assistance to involve others in their project, to assist and develop collaborative practice and engage with others in the execution of their activity or project.

Closing date for receipt of completed applications is no later than 4pm on Monday 22nd November 2010

For application forms regarding the Bursary please contact:
 Niamh Finn, Arts Administrator, Kilkenny County Council Arts Office, No. 76, John Street, Kilkenny.


T: 056 779 4138
 / E: niamh.finn@kilkennycoco.ie / mary.butler@kilkennycoco.ie
.

Application forms can also be downloaded from www.kilkennycoco.ie/eng/Services/Arts/Grants_Awards/ 
Or from www.artlinks.ie

GOLDEN FLEECE AWARD: DEADLINE THIS WEEK!

The Golden Fleece Award aims to support and promote a wide range of artistic creativity, recognising excellence in painting, textiles and sculpture, glasswork, and all the traditional crafts. The deadline for applications is Friday 19 November, and those looking to apply should visit the Golden Fleece website for full details on the application process for this award. The award is an opportunity to further your practice/research, and past winners include glass artist Suzannah Vaughan.

W: http://www.goldenfleeceaward.com/site/about.htm

ARTS FUNDING IN ROSCOMMON: CALL

The closing date for receipt of applications for the Roscommon
County Council Artists Bursary Programme 2009/10 and the Tyrone
Guthrie Residency Bursary is fast approaching and completed
applications must be submitted to the Arts Office before 5.00pm,
Thursday 26th November.


Artists Bursary Programme

This Artists Bursary programme is designed to further the
development of individual artists, from any arts discipline, for any
purpose that will demonstratively contribute to an artist´s
development.

Among such purposes, the scheme may be used to offset the
expenses of the following -
* Participation in ad-hoc education such as mentoring, research
or short-term courses.
* Development of new work for exhibition, publication or
presentation.
* Development of new artist led projects
* Contribute to the removal of any existing barriers preventing an
artist´s development.

The value of the awards rise to a maximum of EUR1000. While there is
no fixed number of awards, there is generally a larger number of
lesser value bursaries and a small number of maximum value ones.
Bursary amounts depend on available resources, number of
applicants and the quality of applications.

* Applicants must live in County Roscommon.
* Applications from individual artists or groups of artists will be
accepted.
* The activity/basis of the application must apply between
Thursday 26th Nov 2009 and 31st December 2010.
* Assistance will be given only in respect of activity that would, in
the opinion of the Council, demonstratively contribute to an
artist´s development.
* Bursaries will be paid only after proof that the proposal will be
realised has been submitted. This may take the form of copy of
receipt of course fees, letter from host of course/activity or other
more appropriate verification agreed with the Arts Office.
Retrospective applications will not be considered.
* Completed application forms must be accompanied by artists
C.V., examples of previous work and details pertaining to the
activity/basis of the application. Photographic images should
generally be either hardcopy or in jpeg format on disc and all
multimedia work should be PC or DVD accessible.
* Information submitted will only be returned if a stamped
addressed envelope is submitted.

Applications are assessed using the following criteria -
* Track record of artist (or potential for an emerging artist)
* Proven commitment to high quality arts practice
* Likely effect of activity on artist´s practice
* In the case of courses, mentoring etc. - the quality of those
activities, mentors or courses


Tyrone Guthrie Centre Residency Award

The Tyrone Guthrie Centre Residency Award is awarded annually to
an artist born or domiciled in Roscommon to enable them to spend
two weeks at the Tyrone Guthrie Centre at Annaghmakerrig, the
Artist´s Workspace in Co. Monaghan. Each bursary covers all board
and lodging expenses for a two-week period plus the use of a studio
if necessary.

The scheme is open to practitioners in all artforms, born or domiciled
in Roscommon.

Applicants should show significant achievement in their chosen field.
This would normally mean that writers should already have published
in book form, painters or sculptors should have had one-person
shows in reputable galleries and that composers or musicians should
have had their work commissioned, recorded or performed, or
whatever might be appropriate to the particular artform. Otherwise
the applicant must demonstrate a high degree of promise attested by
referees or other forms of support from established figures in the
arts.

Each application must be accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae
and a reasonable sample of the artist´s work: 10 images from a visual
artist, a book or 20 pages of published work from writers, a recording
or score from musicians and any other supporting material that might
be relevant.

Applicants should state clearly what they wish to accomplish during
their stay at Annaghmakerrig. This project outline is often decisive
and should demonstrate that the artist is commencing, concluding or
working towards a body of work, exhibition, publication or
performances, which will be helped by a stay in the Centre.


Application forms are available from Roscommon County Council
Arts Office at www.roscommonarts.com, email
artsoffice@roscommoncoco.ie or call 090 66 37285.

CULTURE IRELAND GRANTS: CALL

Culture Ireland creates and supports opportunities for Irish artists and companies to present and promote their work at international festivals, venues, showcases and markets. Applications for financial support under Culture Ireland's quarterly grants scheme are accepted from both participating artists or from international presenters.

Application forms and guidelines for applying are available at:
W: www.cultureireland.gov.ie/grants/index.html
Deadline for applications by post: close of business, 13 November 2009
Deadline for applications by email: 12 midnight, 15 November 2009

(Source: www.visualartists.ie)