The program awards fellowships to outstanding students pursuing graduate or professional degrees. Scholars may use the award to attend any accredited graduate school in the United States or abroad. The award funds tuition and fees and will include a stipend based on reasonable expenses and demonstrated need. Scholarships are renewable each year for the duration of the graduate degree program, as long as the fellow continues to meet the eligibility requirements. Application materials are available online.

Blind Youth Audio, a summer series offering eight visually-impaired youth specially accessible audio technology and 35 hours of sequential, hands-on audio creation and production training led by eight artists. Students will create their own audio art presented at a public event, and on radio, Web and a podcast.

Jack Straw Productions, 4261 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105-6999 (206) 634-0919. Artist Support Program open to local artists of any discipline working creatively with sound; up to 8 artists awarded 20 hours of studio recording and production time. Gallery Residency Program offers up to 3 artists or artist teams commissions to create new works that include sound as a major component; artists encouraged to experiment and expand the artistic scope of their work by working with new technologies and artists from other disciplines. Writers Program offers up to 14 local authors readings, half-hour radio programs, a chapbook, and other public events.

February 15, 2008 (for projects April 1-June 30, 2008) May 15, 2008 (for projects July 1-Sept 30, 2008) Eligible Applicants: an individual artist applying in this category must be a practicing artist, be a Nevada resident for at least twelve month prior to the date of application, be at least 21 years old and not be a degree-seeking student. Jackpot Grants are awarded on a quarterly schedule to eligible individual artists to support new or exemplary arts projects. Jackpots Grants for up to $1,000 are awarded to Nevada artists to support activities that help further their careers.

May 15, 2008 (for projects July 1-Sept 30, 2008) August 15, 2008 (for projects Oct 1-Dec 31, 2008) November 17, 2008 (for projects Jan 1-March 31, 2009) February 16, 2009 (for projects April 1– June 30, 2009) Eligible Applicants: an individual artist applying in this category must be a practicing artist, be a Nevada resident for at least twelve month prior to the date of application, be at least 21 years old and not be a degree-seeking student. Annual grants available through the Grants Program, Jackpot Grant supports new or exemplary arts projects. Jackpots Grants for up to $1,000 are awarded to Nevada artists to support activities that help further their careers. continue

May 15, 2008 (for projects July 1-Sept 30, 2008) August 15, 2008 (for projects Oct 1-Dec 31, 2008) November 17, 2008 (for projects Jan 1-March 31, 2009) February 16, 2009 (for projects April 1– June 30, 2009) Eligible applicants must be a nonprofit incorporated in the state of Nevada with 501c3 status. An organization applying in this category may apply using a Fiscal Agent - if their organization is in the process of obtaining IRS 501c3 status. Quarterly grants available through the Grant Program, Jackpots Grant support new or exemplary arts projects. Examples of Jackpot projects include sponsoring arts exhibitions, performances, readings and arts related workshops or conferences. continue

At the gateway to Jackson Hole WY, a dormant gasoline station sign has been converted into a public art venue, displaying 2-D and sculptural works. The project is seeking artwork for an ongoing exhibition. Artists should consider the temporary exhibition of the art, creating work from recycled, reused and repurposed materials. A stipend is available to offset the cost of transportation or materials. A complete listing and additional information can be found on the website. Carrie Geraci cgeraci@gmail.com Karen Stewart Karen@artassociation.org www.jhartspot.info Contact Information: Carrie Geraci or Karen Stewart Contact Email: cgeraci@gmail.com or karen@artassociation.org Contact Phone: N/A Response Deadline: 12/31/2008

The program provides financial assistance to students of superior ability, as demonstrated by their achievements and exceptional promise, to undertake study at the doctoral and Master of Fine Arts (MFA) level in selected fields of the arts, humanities, and social sciences.

Jacob's Pillow Dance Festival and School, PO Box 287, Lee, MA 02138 (413) 637-1322. In the Berkshire Mountains; clusters of heated cabins, each with common bath; artists purchase own food and prepare own meals; no fees. (dance, performance)

The Chapman brothers rose to prominence in the 1990s as part of the so-called YBAs or Young British Artists. Other judges include art critic Sacha Craddock and artists Paul Morrison and Graham Crowley, both former John Moores prize-winners. The award is an open submission competition available to all UK-based artists working in paint and entries are being accepted from November 5 until February 15 2008. Judging will take place throughout 2008 and will result in an exhibition at the Walker Art Gallery in Liverpool from September 20 2008 to January 4 2009, and will be a major strand in both the Liverpool Biennial and the city’s Capital of Culture celebrations.

James Baird Gallery, 221 Duckworth St., St. Johnís, Newfoundland A1C 6G7, Canada (709) 722-4723. No applications accepted; residencies open by invitation only. Pouch Cove is situated on the east coast of Newfoundland, twenty kilometers north of St. John's, Newfoundland's capital city.

For filmmakers. Eligibility by nomination only. No application available.

For photographers. Applications available in January, 2009.

The Phelan Award in Photography is administered by SF Camerawork. Three awards of $2,500 each are given in odd years, and winners are showcased at SF Camerawork in a group exhibition.

For printmakers. Applications available in January, 2009.

The Phelan Award in Printmaking is administered by The Kala Art Institute. The awards are made to two artists in 2007; each will receive $4,000 and be invited to participate in a group exhibition in the Kala Art Institute's gallery.

The San Francisco Foundation is honored to announce the 13th biennial James D. Phelan Art Award in Video, Film, and Digital Media. In partnership with the Bay Area Video Coalition and the Film Arts Foundation, we will award one $10,000 prize and two $5,000 prizes. The Phelan Awards are given to California-born media artists whose body of work merits recognition for its creativity, innovation, and contribution to the fields of film, video, and digital media. Eligible platforms include film, analog and digital time-based video, installation work, web, interactive and mobile media, and hybrid projects. NEXT APPLICATION DEADLINE: Online

Open to all artists born in California who are working in photography. Awards of $7500. James D. Phelan Award, SF Camerawork, 1246 Folsom St., San Francisco, CA 94103. Tel: 415-863-1001.

An award for California artists working in printmaking. Three awards of $2500.00. Kala Art Institute, Don Porcella, 1060 Heinz Ave., Berkeley, CA 94710. 510-549-6914. kala@kala.org

James Merrill House Writer-in-Residence Program, PO Box 18, Stonington, CT 06378. Writers live and work in Merrill's apartment rent-free for 6 month or 11 month terms.

Beading with Kristi Morgan. Kristi will continue her beading series: evening classes will meet the 1st and 2nd Monday of the month from 6:30-8:30pm; the afternoon classes will meet the 1st and 2nd Wednesday of the month from 1-3pm. $20/Arts Center members, $24/nonmembers. Materials included. 251-2496 Mondays & Thursdays from 12:00-12:45pm - Core & More Yoga and Pilates, ongoing classes on Tuesday & Thursday Pilates 5-5:30pm, self-directed Yoga 5:30-6:30, self-directed Yoga 7-8pm, with instructor Sherry Shutt Adult Day and evening classes. Become inspired….the Arts Center offers adult classes for beginners to experienced artists. Join us for classes in drawing, pastels, watercolors, mixed media, ceramics, collage, jewelry and more. January 5, 2009 - Arts After Work - 5:30pm every Monday evening class for adults to explore a variety of arts disciplines For more information on available classes, please visit the Jamestown Arts Center calendar at www.jamestownartscenter.org/cal.html or call 251-2496.

The New York Mills Arts Retreat and Regional Cultural Center in Minnesota offers solo artist residencies with paid stipends of $750 for a two-week and $1,500 for a four-week. Community outreach of 8-15 hours is required. Application and submission requirements are available on our website at www.kulcher.org or e-mail lynn@kulcher.org. Deadlines are April 1, 2008 for July through December residencies and October 1, 2008 for January through June 2009 residencies. Funding for this program is from the Jerome Foundation.

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Application guidelines for the next round of Grants for Arts Projects are now available on the NEA's website. Organizations may apply under the following categories: Access to Artistic Excellence: To encourage and support artistic excellence, preserve our cultural heritage, and provide access to the arts for all Americans. An organization may request a grant amount from $5,000 to $150,000. (Two deadlines: March 10 and August 11, 2008) Challenge America: Reaching Every Community Fast-Track Review Grants: To support projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations. Grants are for $10,000. (Deadline: June 2, 2008) Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth: To advance arts education for children and youth in school-based or community-based settings. An organization may request a grant amount from $5,000 to $150,000. (Deadline: June 9, 2008) To view the guidelines, go to www.arts.gov/grants/apply, select the field or discipline most relevant to your project, and Grants for Arts Projects will be the first funding opportunity listed.

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Following on from the success of last year's inaugural event, submissions are invited for the second 2-day Live Art Falmouth event in June. This is a unique opportunity for practitioners to showcase new work, and for students to explore Live Art and performance-based ideas and projects. Workshops, collaborations and examples of good practice are all features, as well as an opportunity to build audience subscription to Live Art in Cornwall and the UK. Photographic and video documentation of work is provided. The event will be held on Friday 6th & Saturday 7th June 2008, in Falmouth, Cornwall, UK. Mediums accepted: Performance art, (live or performance-based video and film work), collaborative, interdisciplinary or site-specific work. Work should demonstrate a relationship to the practice of live art, having a live or performed element, and/or requiring audience/artist interaction. How to submit: We would like to hear about your work. Please submit by sending a proposal, including: contact details, brief artist's statement and/or biography, title and description of the piece(s) you would like to perform (indicating whether live performance or video), and details of any technical requirements. For performance work please include one or more of the following forms of documentation of previous work: photos, NTSC / PAL format video on DVD, mp3 or audio CD, and/or website. For video work send the video/s you would like included. Please no more than 3 videos per submission. Deadline for submissions: Monday 14th April 2008 Please send proposals to: Director of Art, University College Falmouth, Woodlane, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 4NA, United Kingdom Telephone: (+44)1326313636 or (+44) 7800640888 Email: submissions@liveartfalmouth.com Please Visit: http://www.liveartfalmouth.com for more information, or email us at info@liveartfalmouth.com

Jan Van Eyck Academie, Academieplein 1, Maastricht 6211, The Netherlands. Tel.: 011-31-43-254285.

Annually, the Jan van Eyck organises a recruitment campaign for resarchers. Candidates are requested to submit proposals for research and/or production and to indicate the length of the desired research period (minimum 1 month, maximum 24 months). Deadline applications Fine Art: 1 October 2007 Deadline applications Fine Art, Deisgn, Theory: 15 April 2008

Artists, designers and theoreticians are invited to submit proposals for individual or collective research projects for a one-year, two-year or variable research period in the departments of Fine Art, Design and Theory Deadline: Tue 15 Apr 08

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'To mentor, nurture and support the professional artistic growth of young, emerging artists across the Visual and Applied Arts' The Jane Phillips Award seeks nominations for ambitious artists across the Visual and Applied Arts at the early stages of their career, who are producing work of high quality, have a clear vision and a strong commitment to career development. Candidates must be nominated for the Award by a tutor, employer or other professional and fulfill the criteria that includes; living in Wales, aged between 18-30 years and demonstrate an outstanding ability or potential in either the Visual or Applied Arts. Over the course of a year the Award will provide the candidate support in various combinations of the following; 6 month studio space residency in Swansea Studios, Wales, UK Up to £1,000 funding towards materials, equipment, studying, research and development Professional development support and advice inc. artistic, technical, fundraising and marketing To apply we need the following information from you; · A completed application form · 6 - 10 images of recent work · CV including any professional development activities undertaken · A breakdown of projected expenditure Further information is found at www.janephillipsaward.co.uk / mail@janephillipsaward.co.uk

The Trust has particular interest in organizations and projects which primarily benefit underserved populations and disadvantaged communities. Fields of interest are in arts and culture, education, the environment, and health and welfare. The first step in the application process is submission of a concept paper. Complete information is available online.

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Japan-Canada Fund

Japan-Canada Fund

Japan-US Friendship Commission, 1120 Vermont Ave. NW, Suite 925, Washington, DC 20005. 6 month residency, stipend, transportation, reimbursement for Japanese language study, 5 artists at a time.

US/Japan Creative Artists' Residency

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Open invitation: Java 101, Fergus Falls coffee shop is accepting applications to display art or perform live music. Call 218-205-7583.

Jean A. Chalmers Fund for the Crafts

Jean Charlot Foundation - dedicated to collecting, promoting, and sharing resources relating to the life, career, philosophy, and art of Jean Charlot.

Jean Laney Harris Folk Heritage Awards Deadline: January 15

Jentel Artist Residency Program, 130 Lower Piney Creek Rd., Banner, WY 82832. (307) 737-2311. Month-long residencies in a rural ranch setting in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains near Sheridan. Open to visual artists in all media and writers in all genres. Press for monoprints only. Private accomodation, separate studio, and stipend.

The Jerome Foundation makes grants to support the creation and production of new artistic works by emerging artists, and contributes to the professional advancement of those artists. Open to residents of Minnesota and New York City. Individual grants are available in Media Arts, and for travel or study.

The Jerome Foundation makes grants to support the creation and production of new artistic works by emerging artists, and contributes to the professional advancement of those artists. Open to residents of Minnesota and New York City. Individual grants are available in Media Arts, and for travel or study.

The Foundation supports programs in dance, literature, media arts, music, theater, performance art, the visual arts, multidisciplinary work and arts criticism. The Foundation seeks to support artists who exhibit significant potential yet are not recognized as established creators by fellow artists and other arts professionals. Examples of recognition include exhibitions, reviews, commissions, performances, grant awards, residencies, fellowships, publications and productions. Applications are available online.

Long Beach Island, New Jersey, New Jersey. Deadline: March 15, 2009. Jury Fee: $30.00. Event Dates: June 13-14, 2009. This event will be hosted by the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce. Dates of the event are June 13th & 14th, 2009.The site location is Ethel Jacobson Field in Ship Bottom which provides a central location on the island that is easily accessible to all traffic entering Long Beach Island. June brings summer crowds seeking pristine beaches, soothing environs and quality shops, services and dining. Thousands of corporate leaders and celebrities from New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania bring their families to LBI to savor the beauty that this barrier island provides.

Artists under 35 or within 10 years of graduating

Three separate prizes - Textiles, glass, ceramics, furniture, jewellery in rotation, one each year.

The prize is an award for excellence and talent, and is based on work submitted and not the artists themselves