The City of Ottawa Public Art Program presents a
Call for Submissions
Working Title: Perceptions
Exhibition:
City Hall Art Gallery, Ottawa
December 3, 2010 to January 16, 2011
This call for submissions is aimed at Canadian artists who are Deaf and/or have a disability that work in visual and media arts, performance art, craft, design, and other new art forms. Artists and art teams of all levels — emerging, mid-career, established professional artists — are welcome to submit. Preference will be given to artists who are situated in the National Capital region. Participants must be Canadian citizens or have landed immigrant status.
OFFERED BY
The call is offered by the City of Ottawa’s Public Art and Community Arts programs in collaboration with a curatorial team of artists, art historians, scholars and allies who are who are Deaf and/or have a disability.
EXHIBIT THEME
We invite artists to creatively consider and explore how art can be more accessible to a diverse audience, which includes visitors with and without disabilities. To do this we invite artists to create new artwork(s) that reinterpret selected artworks from the City of Ottawa’s Fine Art Collection.
The exhibition theme, Perceptions, encourages submitting artists to explore various aspects of perception — how we understand the world, ourselves, and how we are understood. Phenomenal or physical perceptions may include experiencing the world with/without sound, with/without sight, and through various modes of language, movement, touch, etc…Psychological or cognitive perceptions may include how we believe we are perceived by others, and how we perceive ourselves and the world around us. This reinterpretation should challenge, explore or alter the perceptions of the audience while also creating more accessible art.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Tuesday, June 15, 2010, 5 p.m.
For Submission Requirement, Images and Audio descriptions of artworks selected from the City of Ottawa’s Fine Art Collection, and other information, please visit: http://ottawa.ca/residents/arts/for_artists/opportunities/index_en.html.
For ASL and LSQ videos of this Call for Submissions visit: http://vimeo.com/perceptions.
INFORMATION
613-244-3202
publicartprogram@ottawa.ca

The Public Art Program presents an Opportunity for Artists Request for proposals
Introduction
The City of Ottawa’s Public Art Program is calling on artists to submit proposals for groupings of aluminum banners to be fabricated and installed on pedestrian light poles by the City of Ottawa on Hazeldean Rd. The stretch of Hazeldean between Terry Fox Drive and Carp Road will be divided into three sections, with a total of 82 banners. Three artists or artist teams will be commissioned, one per section of this three-part commission. Artists will design the aluminum panels to be mounted to the pedestrian poles.
Up to eight artist/artist teams will be short-listed by the selection committee, short-listed artists will be required to refine their proposals and provide designs within the designated parameters of the banner form which will be provided in a Terms of Reference for the Design Development stage of this competition. The three artists or artist teams that are commissioned for this project will collaborate with the Public Art Program and a graphic designer who will transfer the artist designs into a CAD drawing that will be used to performance cut the aluminum template with precision.
*The transfer of the artist-designed panel will be done to as much accuracy as possible allowing for minute changes due to format transfer.
Eligibility
The request for proposals is open to all artists living within the 150-km radius of Ottawa. Emerging artists are encouraged to apply. Participants must be Canadian citizens, or have landed immigrant status.
Budget
The total budget for each project area is:
Project Area 1 (26 pedestrian poles): $18,200. plus GST.
The commission budget must include all costs required to design the project.
Project Area 2 (36 pedestrian poles): $25,200. plus GST.
The commission budget must include all costs required to design the project.
Project Area 3 (20 pedestrian poles): $14,000. plus GST.
The commission budget must include all costs required to design the project.
Deadline
Submissions must be received by mail or by hand no later than June 14, 2010 3:00 p.m. (This is not a postmark deadline). Fax or e-mail submissions will not be accepted. Incomplete or late proposals will not be reviewed.
The complete call to artists (including eligibility, design requirements, site location, supporting documents and selection criteria, etc) is available on our web site:
http://ottawa.ca/residents/arts/for_artists/opportunities/hazeldeanbanner_en.html
Inquiries
Julie.DuPont@ottawa.ca or call 613-244-4433
Kristina.Lamb@ottawa.ca or call 613-244-3745

Get your artwork ready! Selections’ ninth annual juried art show is coming soon and AOE wants your work!
The show will run from September 30th to October 26th 2010 in the Trinity Art Gallery of the Shenkman Arts Centre and the vernissage will be held on September 30th.
The deadline for submissions is Tuesday June 15th at 4:00 p.m.
All artists whose work is accepted will be notified no later than July 1st 2010.
Eligibility:
•           Open to all artists who are individual members of AOE. Non-members can join AOE for $30 to participate.
•           Two- and three-dimensional art (including photography) are eligible.
•           Two-dimensional work may not exceed 36”w x 72”h, including frame.
•           Sculpture and other three-dimensional work may not exceed 60”h x 24”w x 24”d.
•           Accepted work must be finished, clean, dry, wired for hanging, ready for exhibition and able to withstand regular handling; all two-dimensional work must be framed except if on gallery canvas. Works on paper must be framed and protected with glass or plexiglass.
•           All works must have been completed within the last two years and be original (not derived from another work, not from a commercial photograph).
How to enter:
•           Submit a digital photo by e-mail or on disk/CD of each work to be considered for exhibition.  We recommend a minimum resolution of 600 pixels or 300 dpi.
•           Each photo must be in JPG format, numbered and labeled with the title of the work.
•           Each artist may submit a maximum of four slides/digital photos.
•           Entries must be accompanied by a fully-completed entry form, as well as a $7 fee per slide/photo.
For more information and to download an entry form: http://www.artsoe.ca/en/events/selections.aspx
Contact Louise Michaud at 613-580-2767 or louise@artsoe.ca if you have any questions.

DIY Fever!
An art-week for teens at the Ottawa Art Gallery!
Do-it-yourself (DIY) projects are hotter than ever! During this week teens will explore a variety of materials and processes, both traditional and unconventional, to design, make, or customize objects that can be worn or used. Activities will include binding a personal sketchbook, making buttons, tie-dying, jewelry-making, transforming t-shirt in fashionable clothes and accessories, and more.
Dates: 16-20 August 2010
Hours: 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm (afternoon only)
Age: 13-16
Address:  The Ottawa Art Gallery, Arts Court, 2 Daly Avenue, Ottawa
Cost: $90, includes all materials.
Please enquire about discounts for members and siblings!
or bring a friend and receive a discount!
Information and registration:
Véronique Couillard
Public Programs Coordinator
613-233-8699, ext. 228
vcouillard@ottawaartgallery.ca

SUMMER CHANGEOVER 2010
Warmer weather is here ­ as the temperature is changing, so is the selection of works available for purchase in the OSA Boutique. The past months have brought many viewers and buyers, so congratulations to those of you who sold works! Be sure to stop in today to pick up a submission form for the Summer changeover ­ or you can download the PDF forms online.
Submissions for the OSA Boutique Summer change over will be accepted on Wednesday, June 2 and Thursday, June 3, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Submissions for the summer months will not be theme based.
For more information, please contact:
Cathy Brake
Boutique + Gallery Coordinator
Ottawa School of Art
35 George St.
Ottawa, ON K1N 8W5
t: 613.241.7471 ext. 27
e: boutique@artottawa.ca
www.artottawa.ca
Buy local and support the Ottawa School of Art and your local artists!
We wish to thank you for your support!
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The City of Ottawa’s Public Art Program operates two professional galleries: Karsh-Masson Gallery and City Hall Art Gallery. Exhibitions of contemporary artwork in a wide range of styles and mediums are presented to promote and increase awareness of Ottawa’s visual arts. Exhibitions are chosen annually by a jury of local professional artists and art specialists. All submissions received are considered for both galleries.

ELIGIBLE EXHIBITIONS

• Exhibitions by local, national and international professional artists working in fine art, craft, design and other new art forms
• Exhibitions from local universities and the diplomatic sector
• Exhibitions from the City’s Fine Art Collection as well as the archival and heritage collections
• Curated exhibitions and circulating exhibitions from other institutions
• Solo, two-person and group exhibitions
• Exhibitions by emerging, mid-career and well-established professional artists

Guidelines and submission requirements are now online at
http://www.ottawa.ca/residents/arts/for_artists/opportunities/exhibitions/index_en.html
Hard copies will no longer be mailed out unless specifically requested.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE
Monday, June 7, 2010, 4 p.m.
INFORMATION
publicartprogram@ottawa.ca
613-244-3202

CLINT EASTWOOD: 35 FILMS 35 YEARS AT WARNER BROS

DIRECTOR: VARIOUS

Starring: Clint Eastwood

Hollywood legend Clint Eastwood has touched generations of filmgoers for over half a century. The five-time Academy Award winner has made an indelible mark as one of Hollywood’s most iconic actors and insightful directors. In honor of Eastwood’s long standing 35 year relationship with Warner Bros. through Malpaso Productions, this definitive collection celebrates Eastwood’s entire filmography at the studio from Where Eagles Dare (1968) through Gran Torino (2008) all packaged in an elegant giftset. Also included is an all-new documentary about Eastwood’s life and career produced by esteemed film critic and historian Richard Schickel, featuring in-depth interviews and revealing, intimate footage never-before-seen plus rare photos and letters.

Films included:

GENRE: VARIOUS
FORMAT: DVD & ASSORTED SINGLE BLU-RAY’S

JACK JOHNSON
To The Sea
jackjohnsonmusic.com
Dist: Universal Music Canada


With over 18 million albums sold world wide Jack Johnson releases his 5th studio album,To The Sea. Featuring the first single “You And Your Heart”. To The Sea was co-produced by Johnson, his bandmates bassist Merlo Podlewski, keyboardist Zach Gill, and drummer Adam Topol, and Johnson’s longtime engineer Robert Carranza. The album was recorded at Johnson’s two solar-powered studios: The Mango Tree in Hawaii and the Solar Powered Plastic Plant in Los Angeles.
TRACKLISTING:

CITY OF OTTAWA
Program Coordinator, Cultural Funding
City Operations, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services
1 Full Time Temporary Position (up to 1 year) - 35 hrs/week
Salary: $55,257.02 - $67,234.44 (2010 Rates of pay)
Competition #: CO2010-00332-NP
Deadline: 18 May 2010
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the incumbent supports the decision– making process involving all aspects of the Funding and Award Section’s operations, including leading selected juries in collaboration with Cultural Planners. Plans and implements all aspects of 2 major civic artistic recognition events: the Karsh Award; and the Ottawa Book Awards (English Language) / Prix du Livre d’Ottawa (French Language) and manages all communications needs for the section.
Participates in the planning, coordination and implementation of funding programs by assembling, compiling, analyzing and interpreting operational, statistical and other relevant data; writing statistical reports and producing recommendations. Documents procedures and identifies changes in procedures /work methods or the automation of processes.
Statement of Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Music, Theatre, Comparative Literature, Arts Administration, or related discipline.
Minimum of 4 years of related experience in arts administration or arts production, including progressively responsible or project management experience.
Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability, may substitute for stipulated academic requirements.
Knowledge of:
Municipal, provincial and federal arts development policies, funding policies, data sources and practices
Local arts community practices in visual, performing and / or literary arts
Not for profit funding practices and governance structures
Contemporary arts, heritage and cultural issues in Canada
Research, surveying and data analysis
General knowledge of Human Resources policies and procedures
For more information and to apply on line, visit our career site at  http://ottawa.ca  or
to submit a resume and covering letter indicating the competition number to:
City of Ottawa
Staffing and Client Relations Division
Employee Services Branch
110 Laurier Ave. West, 5th Floor
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 1J1
Competition #: CO2010-00332-NP
Fax: 613 580-4762
We thank all applicants for their interest, but advise that only those qualified to continue with the selection process will be contacted.
Applications received will be screened based on information provided. Please ensure you include all relevant details about your qualifications for this position.
The City of Ottawa is committed to providing quality services by establishing a qualified workforce that reflects the diverse population it serves. The City encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

An incredible opportunity for bilingual filmmakers!
The Burundi Film Center, a not-for-profit media development organization, is looking for Canadian filmmakers to teach (in French) this summer in Bujumbura, Burundi.
For 2 to 4 weeks in July, you’ll help train youth (aged 18-25) the basics of film theory and production, then help them bring their visions to life. Films from the first training session in 2007 played in over 50 international film festivals and received media coverage around the world.
All volunteers will have their accommodations taken care of while in Bujumbura, and a cook will be hired to cover most meals. The only major expense for filmmakers is airfare (approx. $2.000). A field trip to the Rwanda Film Festival in Kigali is also planned.
If this sounds like an adventure that appeals to you, or you want to learn more, visit www.burundifilmcenter.org or contact:
Christopher Redmond
Co-Founder / Project Manager
Burundi Film Center

Artengine is pleased to host a "Processing Workshop" with James Acres.

Please reserve in advance as spots are limited.

The cost for the workshop
                for Artengine Producing Members is $15
                for Artengine Online members is $30, and
                for non-members is $45 (including supporting membership benefit).

Summer Job for Student – AOE Arts Council – Shenkman Arts Centre
Communications Coordinator
Description of tasks and responsibilities:
Communications Implementation
ONLINE
   * Prepare and post bilingual content on artsoe.ca and articipate.ca websites using a Content Management System
   * Create member profiles, usernames and access codes for online member access
   * Prepare text and visuals for Facebook postings
PUBLICATIONS
   * Send out call for submissions and reminders for ARTnews, Calendar of Events publications
   * Write, make edits for ARTnews, Calendar of Events
   * Prepare texts for translation and assemble bilingual manuscripts for publication layout (ARTnews, Calendar of Events)
   * Assist with the preparation of editorial outlines, research or save story ideas
   * Maintain a record of contributors, content, profiles, visuals
   * Maintain an inventory of AOE publications and assist with the timely distribution of materials in the infoARTS kiosks and in the Shenkman Arts Centre.
GENERAL
   * Maintain and update information for the Guest Services AOE information binder, AOE front reception binder and the master Communications binder.
   * Assist with the preparation of media materials and kits when required.
   * Support the Director of Communications on communications tactics and strategies as required.
Event Marketing
   * Prepare marketing materials and assist with the implementing the ARTinis & Appetizers 2010 promotional campaign
   * Prepare marketing materials and assist with the implementing the SELECTIONS 2010  promotional campaign
Supervision and mentorship:
The Communications Coordinator implements a range of communication tasks, coordinates membership activities, and supports AOE fundraising initiatives to AOE target audiences in both official languages. Under the supervision of the Director of Communications, the Communications Coordinator follows the communication strategies, policies and mandate as defined by AOE. The Communications Coordinator also works with the Program Coordinator to implement tools and resources for AOE’s membership, community art projects and fundraising events.
Education:
   * Specialized level university degree or college equivalent in communications, journalism, public relations, marketing, media relations, or a related arts/ non-profit field.
   * Bilingualism required
Interviews will be scheduled for May 20th in the afternoon and May 21st in the morning. The job will start on May 25th  and run until August 28th, 40 hrs /week, $11.50/hr.   To schedule an interview please call the AOE Arts Council receptionist Jocelyne Garbutt as of Monday May 17th 613-580-2767.

Project Window is pleased to show new work by Ottawa artist Eleanor Doran until June 1st. Email the artist  doransquared@hotmail.com or contact Project Window coordinator Georgia Mathewson @ 185somerset@gmail.com for more info!

ARTHENA - art & écodesign of Chelsea is proud to present the "Journey" series by Margit Hideg. Using mixed media, she creates her own world, where abstraction meets her interpretation of Nature. The body of work “Journey Series” is a "walking" documentary of how trees change their growth patterns, how they heal and learn to grow again. The walk itself has a symbolic meaning for life cycle from birth to death.
More information at:
http://www.arthena.ca/guest-artists/
ARTHENA - art&écodesign | 205 Old Chelsea Rd

Jean-François Lacombe, "Kortunefookie"
Interactive installation
Situated in front of DAÏMÕN's entrance, 78 Hanson St., Gatineau
Exhibition from May 12th to May 24th 2010
Open to the public any time

This summer choose from one of our week-long workshops that will teach and inspire. You're sure to find something to get your creative juices flowing. Course topics include how to make chainmaille armour, jewellery, and quilts, to painting, drawing, calligraphy, photography and more.
Dates: July 5, 2010 to August 20, 2010
Website: www.algonquincollege.com/summerarts
For more info contact: Laura Daub, 613-727-4723 ext. 6184, daubl@algonquincollege.com

UNDER RICH EARTH

THIS THURSDAY at the OTTAWA HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH FILM FESTIVAL

"Urgent and vital filmmaking in the spirit of Kanehsatake: 270 Years of Resistance and Manufactured Landscapes."
 - Jesse Wente, CBC

Followed by a Q&A with director Malcolm Rogge
Date: Thursday, May 13th, 2010
Time: 7:30
Where: The ByTowne Cinema, 325 Rideau Street, Ottawa
Tickets: $15

In a remote mountain valley in Ecuador, coffee and sugarcane farmers face the dismal prospect of being forced off their land to make way for a mining project. Unprotected by the police and ignored by their government, they prepare to face down the 'invaders' on their own. Their resistance leads to a remarkable and dangerous stand off between farmers and a band of mysterious armed men high in the cloud forest. In a world dominated by news of massacres and terrorism, Under Rich Earth is a surprising and poignant tale of hope and determination.
* Winner: Humanitarian Award - Tiburón International Film Festival
* Winner: Global Conscience Award - Mexico City Documentary Film Festival
* Top Ten Most Popular Canadian Films: Vancouver International Film Festival
* Nominated for Coral Award - Best Documentary - Havana Film Festival
* Official Selection: Toronto International Film Festival, Vancouver International Film Festival, Victoria Film Festival, Sudbury International Film Festival, Watch Docs Warsaw, Sao Paulo International Film Festival, Encuentros del Otro Cine - Quito, Boulder International Film Festival and many more...
Ottawa Human Rights Watch Film Festival
http://www.hrw.org/en/iff/ottawa/2010
Under Rich Earth
http://www.underrichearth.com
DVDs AVAILABLE
The Limited Edition Director's Cut DVD of Under Rich Earth will be available for purchase: $25.00
"Gripping and disturbing..."
**** Eye Weekly
"Graceful and Uplifting"
Critic's Pick NNNN
- NOW Magazine
"A remarkably prescient cautionary tale..."
- Matthew Hays, Montréal Mirror

DAYBREAKERS

DIRECTOR: PETER AND MICHAEL SPIERIG

Starring: Ethan Hawke, Sam Neill, Willem Dafoe, Isabel Lucas, Claudia Karvan, Michael Dorman


Two-time Academy Award® nominee Ethan Hawke plays Edward Dalton, a researcher in the year 2019, when an unknown plague has transformed the world’s population into vampires. As the human population nears extinction, vampires must capture and farm every remaining human, or find a blood substitute before time runs out. However, a covert group of vampires makes a remarkable discovery, one which has the power to save the human race.

GENRE: HORROR

FORMAT: DVD & BLU-RAY

RUNTIME: 98 MINS

RATED: R

THE DEAD WEATHER
Sea Of Cowards
www.thedeadweather.com
Dist: Warner Music Canada

PRODUCED BY: JACK WHITE


The Dead Weather are back with the release of their sophomore album Sea Of Cowards. The band exploded onto the music scene early last year with a stunning debut that combined the furious talents of members Alison Mosshart (vocals/ guitar), Jack White (vocals/drums), Jack Lawrence (bass/drums) and Dean Fertita (guitar/organ). Horehound was an exhilarating and electrifying introduction to the band, a gritty blues-driven dirge rock masterpiece. Now, less than a year later, the follow-up is ready to be unleashed.

Sea Of Cowards is a robust and vigorous second act, filled with primal, bone quaking rock rhythms and the same stellar urban blues and throbbing sleaze as its predecessor; but this time The Dead Weather push their sound even further, brilliantly building upon their raw chemistry to create the most vital sounding album you’ll hear all year.TRACKLISTING:

Offre d’emploi, poste permanent, coordination administrative et aux communications, AXENÉO7
Le Centre d’artistes AXENÉO 7 de Gatineau est à la recherche d’un candidat ou d’une candidate pour combler un poste permanent, 30 heures/semaine, à la coordination  administrative et aux communications. Le titulaire de ce poste, conjointement avec le coordonnateur général et artistique, aura comme principale tâche la gestion administrative du Centre, ses communications globales ainsi que le soutien des actions prises par l’équipe en place.
Tâches principales :
Gestion administrative et financière du centre
Responsable des communications et du financement privé
Développement de publics.
Nous recherchons une personne intéressée par l’art contemporain qui fera preuve de leadership, sera pourvu d’un diplôme de premier cycle universitaire et aura cumulé au moins deux années d’expérience dans le domaine de la gestion des arts visuels. Une bonne connaissance des Conseils des arts et des organismes culturels ainsi que la maîtrise du français parlé et écrit et certaines compétences informatiques sont nécessaires. Une formation en administration du domaine des arts et une connaissance de l’anglais seront des atouts.
Rémunération du contrat : selon expérience et compétence ; lieu de travail : Gatineau ; horaire de travail : 30 heures par semaine.
Si le poste vous intéresse, veuillez faire parvenir votre lettre d’intention, votre C.V. et trois références, avant 17h le vendredi 12 mai 2010, à Jonathan Demers, coordonnateur général et artistique, à l’adresse suivante : jonathan.demers@axeneo7.qc.ca
Seul les candidats retenus seront avisés.

The Hintonburg Community Association and the Hintonburg Arts Committee is organizing ArtsPark 2010 again this year. This Arts festival is coming up Sunday May 9th, 10 am to 4pm and we still have spaces available for crafts vendors. The cost is $50 – for an 8 x 8 space - what a deal!  In the past ArtsPark has been visited by more than 3000 people each year. This year ArtsPark will be held once again at the Parkdale Market Park on May 9th (Mother’s Day) from 10:00-4:00. It will highlight the best of the Hintonburg QUAD arts district, including an invitational art show, children’s theatre and art activities, poetry, craft and food vendors and performance by local musicians. Check it out at www.hintonburg.com. If you are interested in reserving a space contact Sharon at share6662002@yahoo.com

Check out (Cult)ure's profile of the Arts Studio for People Living with Mental Illness, whose artists will be represented at ArtsPark this weekend.

The Ottawa Art Gallery presents
Art in the City
Summer Camp 2010

Ottawa's one-of-a kind art camp geared to youth ages 8 to 12, featuring unique hands-on projects, specialized workshops led by artists, and visits to art galleries. Content primarily in English with bilingual staff.

Week One: You, The Superhero!
Find the Superhero in you!
5 to 9 July 2010 (8-12 year olds)