Offered year-round to support unanticipated short-term (one week) or one-day arts education projects with roster artists.

Mini-Grants (AE-MG): Offered year-round to support unanticipated short-term (one week) or one-day arts education projects with roster artists.

Minigrants are designed to meet a wide variety of needs in Mississippi communities. The program may be used to present an artist from MAC

Minneapolis College of Art & Design, AIR Program, 133 E. 25th St., Minneapolis, MN 55404. Teaching residencies of 1-12 months, includes room, studio, and stipend. Sculptors encouraged to apply.

Sponsor/Venue: Minnesota Museum of American Art, St. Paul, MN Awards: The Minnesota Museum of American Art will purchase one or more works of art from each Minnesota Biennial Juror: Jennifer Jankauskas Eligibility: The Minnesota Biennial: 3D II is open to all artists 18 years of age and older currently living and working in Minnesota. Fees: $30 Commission: n/a E-mail: Eunice Haugen Phone: 651-266-1035

Minnesota Center for Book Arts, 24 North Third Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 338-3634. 1 year residencies; 24 hour access; teaching opportunities. For artists working in book binding, papermaking, printmaking.

The MHC grant program provides funding for Minnesota groups and organizations conducting public projects in the humanities. MHC grants are intended to foster connections among humanities scholars, cultural organizations, and community groups. Eligible projects involve one or more of the humanities disciplines: history, literature, philosophy, archaeology, modern and classical languages, ethics, jurisprudence, comparative religion, linguistics, cultural anthropology, history and criticism of the arts, and historical or philosophical approaches to the social and natural sciences. General grants are intended for multisite projects, exhibitions, lecture/discussion series, public conferences, and other large-scale humanities projects. Applications may be submitted at any time but at least eight weeks prior to the beginning of the project. Priority applications are minority organizations, Greater Minnesota organizations, organizations proposing multisite projects serving hard-to-reach audiences, and senior citizen organizations. Applicants are encouraged to contact MHC before submitting a draft application. Grants are reviewed on a rolling application basis.

The MHC grant program provides funding for Minnesota groups and organizations conducting public projects in the humanities. MHC grants are intended to foster connections among humanities scholars, cultural organizations, and community groups. Eligible projects involve one or more of the humanities disciplines: history, literature, philosophy, archaeology, modern and classical languages, ethics, jurisprudence, comparative religion, linguistics, cultural anthropology, history and criticism of the arts, and historical or philosophical approaches to the social and natural sciences. Small grants are for multi-speaker programs, panel discussions, pilot projects, and small-scale, single-site projects. In some instances small grants may be used to fund planning for a larger humanities project. Applications may be submitted at least six weeks prior to the beginning of a project. Mini-grants are for funding small programs, especially speaker programs. Applications may be submitted at least four weeks prior to the program date. Applicants will be notified of a decision within two weeks of receipt of the application.

The Fellowship program is designed to recognize, reward and encourage outstanding individual artists. Twelve-month fellowships can provide time, materials and living expenses for artists working in the visual, literary and performing arts. Designed for artists at various stages in their careers, fellowships allow artists to set aside time to work, purchase supplies and materials, undertake advanced study not related to a degree or to pursue other career goals. All fellowships are $8,000.

This program enables state buildings with construction or renovation budgets of $500,000 or more to designate up to 1 percent of their total construction budgets for the purchase or commission of original art work for the site. Administered jointly by the Arts Board and the Department of Administration, this contract-for-service program is open to artists nationwide. Artists can submit slides for the registry. Detailed information for specific building sites is distributed on occasion. Deadlines for submitting slides to the registry are in May and November.

The registry is a collection of resumes and work samples of visual artists in all disciplines who would like to be considered for public art commissions and purchases. It is the most common way that the Percent for Art program finds artists for public art commissions and purchases in state buildings. Some things about the registry haven’t changed: There is no fee to join; There are no applications or slides to mail in; Everything can be done from your computer; It is non-juried; and all professional visual artists over age 18 who wish to work in the public realm are welcome to join. But we have added many new features! There are no longer any deadlines. Join any day of the year. You can enter your basic profile information now and come back later to add work samples. All your work will be saved for you! You can log in at any time to update your profile, make corrections, or change your work samples (up to 10 images allowed). Your profile will remain active so long as you log in at least once every four years. You’ll never have to reapply. Last year the Artist Registry was used for: MSU Mankato, Trafton Science Center, $90,000 Saint Cloud Technical College, $90,000 Mystery Cave Visitors Center, $12,000 Anoka Ramsey Community College, $58,500 MSU Mankato, Otto Recreation Facility, $58,500 Metropolitan State University Library, $100,000 Upcoming Projects: Saint Cloud State University; Central Lakes College Brainerd Campus; Central Lakes College Staples; Minnesota Veterans Home Luverne; and more. The $100,000 cap on Percent for Art budgets has been removed. We hope to see many large projects in the future that will enable us to commission artwork of national significance. Because the registry is online, we are now able to actively promote it for use by other commissioning agencies too. That means more of the right people can see your work. Join today at www.percentforart.us and help us in our quest to have the best Artist Registry in the country! Minnesota State Arts Board, (651) 215-1617 or email www.arts.state.mn.us.

Judge: Fred Somers. Deadline: Entries must be postmarked by March 1, 2008.

Minority Arts Monthly Strategic Grant Program provides project support for arts projects created by or targeted to people of diverse cultures. This grant gives funding priority to minority-managed organizations with minority-developed arts focused projects. For the purpose of this grant program, minorities are communities identified as African American, Asian American, Latino/Hispanic and Native American. The maximum request is $3,000.

Minority Arts Program provides project support for arts projects created by or targeted to people of diverse cultures through the same disciplines as listed above. This grant gives funding priority to minority-managed organizations with minority-developed arts focused projects. For the purpose of this grant program, minorities are communities identified as African American, Asian American, Latino/Hispanic and Native American. For FY09, MAC will accept Minority Arts Program applications for 2-year review cycle.

Minority Arts Program provides project support for arts projects created by or targeted to people of diverse cultures through the same disciplines as listed above. This grant gives funding priority to minority-managed organizations with minority-developed arts focused projects. For the purpose of this grant program, minorities are communities identified as African American, Asian American, Latino/Hispanic and Native American. For FY09, MAC accepted MAP applications for 2-year review cycle.

The program awards residential grants to minority scholars for dissertation research appointments in African American studies, classics and world religions, economics, English, geography, history, linguistics, modern languages, philosophy, political science, psychology, social work, and sociology/anthropology. University faculty in the scholar's discipline serve as mentors and advisors while the scholar completes the doctoral dissertation. The scholar will teach one one-quarter course; make presentations of his/her research in department, college, and university colloquia; and participate in forums with undergraduates about succeeding in graduate study, etc. The scholar will receive a stipend plus benefits, office space, library privileges, and travel funds to attend a professional meeting in his/her field. Applicants should submit a full curriculum vita, a copy of the dissertation prospectus, an autobiographical sketch, a statement of purpose, graduate school transcript, and three letters of recommendation.

Taube Museum of Art, for information on classes and camps available, call 838-4445; or visit www.taubemuseum.org.

MIRA: MARTIGNANO INTERNATIONAL ARTIST RESIDENCY, supports international artists and promotes the cultural exchange between artistic disciplines and international dialogue.At MIRA we have created a pristine environment exclusively for the interaction of the artists and their work needs. Our non-profit institution offers 5 large furnished rooms, 3 with private bathrooms which serve as living spaces, although they are all adapted with work desks for the artists to be able to create in the comfort of their room if they feel necessary. The grounds are divided between 2 buildings, one having the main shared work studio, and the other permitting the artists to work freely throughout the house in order to create wherever they feel more at ease. We assist the artists as much as possible in order for them to concentrate solely on their creating. Once a month we organize an open house in which we invite local artists and the surrounding community in order to further promote the cultural exchange between the artists and their adopted home. Also, we are fortunate enough to be sponsored by the Comune of Martignano who have kindly donated the gallery installations at the Palazzo Palmieri, every two months, in order for our artists to have an exhibition. Artists, critics, press and the community at large are invited to attend. I funds permit, a brochure is printed to document the exhibition. Studios are available from one to six month periods. We have found that one month is barely enough to arrive and adapt, let alone create and exhibit. For stays of longer than three months, the options for those non European Community Citizens are to either leave the Schengen Zone and return, or applying for an extension on the tourist visa. We can assist you either way. Please check ahead with your local embassy and we will check on or side. There is a monthly fee charge of between 700 and 900 Euro hundred Euro. This money goes solely to the maintenance and continuous improvement of what we can offer to our attending artists. MIRA does neither cover living / material nor travelling expenses, although we will be there to greet you either at Brindisi International Airport or the train station at Lecce and our driver will take to the airport again at the end of your residency. The submission period is all year round and the response turnaround is usually in a two - three week period. WHAT WE PROVIDE: Studios – MIRA is divided into two buildings and we have designated interior and exterior areas of MIRA’s grounds permitting artists to work where they feel most comfortable. There is one large, interior studio to be shared by all artists. Furnished rooms – three with private bathroom (Cleaning twice a week.) Kitchen and Dining – Commonly used kitchen and dining area with all appliances. Laundry service once a week. Common areas for the artists to relax, sit and talk, eat. Bicycles for each of our artists to comfortably get around town. Wireless internet throughout both buildings. Open Studios – for invited art critics / artists / art guided tours. We aid in organizing, inviting guests, etc. Workshops – It is not necessary but if any artists are interested in working with the local artisans or perhaps giving a weekly class to the young children of the area, we would be glad to organize these events. Some artists in the past have particularly enjoyed sharing their knowledge with the locals and at the same time learning from them. Tours – We know that we are in an extremely popular area of Italy and that many of the artists that come to us are interested in discovering the area. We can help you with any travel arrangements you may need throughout Italy. Exhibition – We help organize and promote an exhibition every two months at the Palazzo Palmieri, which include selected pieces from each of our artists in residence. WHAT WE NEED TO KNOW: Please sent by e-mail only to: mira@miraresidency.com 1. Biography 2. Application form 3. Examples of recent work (as an attachment to the email) 4. Intended project during residency (this can be either a specific project created at the residency or perhaps you will be continuing a work in progress.) 5. Link to website (if you have) JURY: A jury of local and international experts in their fields decide on the acceptance of the applicants.

Mishkenot Sha'ananim, PO Box 8215, Jerusalem 91081, Israel. Overlooks Mt. Zion, private room, studio, or apt., families welcome, year-round.

The Artist Roster is a listing of artists and arts education professionals who are available for performances, workshops, residencies, and other programs in communities throughout the state. Grant funds are available to organizations for presenting Roster Artists. Individual artists may apply to be included in the Roster for a three-year term.

The Artist Roster is a listing of artists and arts education professionals who are available for performances, workshops, residencies, and other programs in communities throughout the state. Grant funds are available to organizations for presenting Roster Artists. Individual artists may apply to be included in the Roster for a three-year term.

The Mississippi Arts Commission offers Artist Fellowships in the following areas: Folk Arts, Literary Arts, Media Arts, Performing Arts, and Visual Arts and Crafts. It also offers Folk Art Apprenticeships.

The goal of the arts in education program is to strengthen education in and through the arts with a focus on promoting sequential, comprehensive arts education in grades K-12 for all students throughout the state. The program offers minigrants, project grants, large-scale project grants, and operating grants, all requiring a dollar-to-dollar match. Mini-grants have quarterly deadlines and are paid in two installments: 50 percent of the grant award as soon as possible following receipt and approval of a properly signed contract, and 50 percent as soon as possible following receipt and approval of the final report. Grantees must submit a final report, which must be postmarked no later than 60 days after the completion of the project or by the deadline date, whichever comes first.

The arts-based community development program responds to the commission's goal to support the development of Mississippi communities through the arts by working to stimulate increased participation in the arts and access to the arts by the entire community; advance community support for arts programs and local understanding of the benefits of the arts to community life; and increase the capacity of Mississippi communities and organizations to use the arts to effect positive community change. The program offers mini-grants, project grants, and operating grants. These grants must be matched dollar for dollar in cash. In addition, as a publicly funded agency, the commission works to ensure that the public at large has access to artistic resources of the state. Services include training seminars and information services, staff consultations, facilitation of board workshops and planning discussions that strengthen the capacities of community arts organizations, and access to national, regional, and statewide information and potential partnerships. Mini-grants and operating grants are paid in two installments: 50 percent as soon as possible following receipt and approval of a properly signed contract, and 50 percent as soon as possible following receipt and approval of the final report. Project grants are also paid in two installments: 75 percent after the contract is signed, and 25 percent after the final report is received. Grantee must submit a final report, which must be postmarked no later than 60 days after the completion of the project or by the deadline date, whichever comes first. Contact program staff for deadlines.

The council offers an artist residency program that places professional working artists in educational and community settings to support efforts in making the arts a basic part of education. Annual deadline dates may vary; contact the program office for exact dates.

The council assists community arts councils and other local arts coordinating agencies that sponsor programs in more than one art form to provide high-quality arts programs and services to nonmetropolitan areas of the state. To help local arts agencies upgrade their management and sponsorship capabilities, financial assistance is available for projects assistance up to a maximum of 50 percent of the costs of providing programs in the visual arts, music, dance, theater, media, architecture, folk art, arts education, literature, and technical assistance; and salary support for the cost of arts agency administration (funding for part- or full-time salary support is not limited to a specific dollar amount). Assistance is also available to help cover the expenses of an official arts council office. Contact the council for annual deadline dates.

The council provides financial assistance to statewide arts service associations to assist in the delivery of services to its statewide or multistate arts constituency. The recipient organization's primary mission must be delivery of such services as statewide programs; communication/networking; technical assistance through workshops, seminars, and so forth; and arts-related education of the general public. Annual deadline dates vary; contact the program office for exact dates.

Missouri Touring Program provides fee support (60% of eligible artist's fees) to Missouri community presenters to create performance opportunities for Missouri artists on behalf of citizens across the state.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Mister Artsee Mr. Artsee and Art/See productions announces an open call for proposals from artists, musicians, story tellers, composers, urban planners, designers, curators, educators and more. Proposals are for projects and programs to be presented on Mr. Artsee, the new context, interactive vehicle designed by Vito Acconci to produce a variety of artistic work and the widest range of art presentations to the people of New York City and beyond. The call for submissions is open ended and without limitations. We will be selecting proposal projects throughout the year to develop and those selected will be notified and receive a $500 award followed by a small honorarium to develop the project further. Proposals are open to anyone with an idea. Please send a written description of no longer than 3 pages with your idea along with sketches and other supplementary material. Please include a bio and/or CV. The deadline for first round submissions is March 15th, 2008 For more information on Mr. Artsee go to: www.MisterArtsee.com or write to: MisterArtsee@aol.com Send proposals to: via email: MisterArtsee@aol.com or Mister Artsee 144 Union Street 2nd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11231 Mr. Artsee and Art/See productions is anon-for-profit 501c3 organization.

This program awards fellowships for scholarly research in the modern American craft movement. The fellowships are intended for beginning and advanced scholars knowledgeable in the history of 20th-century American art, craft, or design. Proposals on post-1930 craft developments are especially encouraged. Preference will be given to proposals dependent upon the Smithsonian resources. Fellowships are available for three to 12 months of study and research. Award includes allowances.

The Rhonda Schaller Studio announces a call to artists for 'Mix It Up'. The exhibit will be on display in the Chelsea, NYC Main gallery February 14 - March 1, 2008. Open to any artist 21+ in any media from around the world. Tis exhibition will explore all mixed medias - the amazing variety of materials that are combined in contemporary art today. Juror: Rhonda Schaller, Gallery Director. Deadline: December 20, 2007

Any artist 21+ in any media from around the world. Att: Submissions, Rhonda Schaller Studio, 547 West 27th, Suite 529, New York, NY 10001

The annual fellowship is awarded to an outstanding graduate student who has been admitted to a doctoral program of a university in the United States and who has submitted an outline of a thesis dealing with Greek and Roman art. The thesis outline must have already been accepted by the applicant's thesis advisor at the time of the fellowship application. Preference will be given to the applicant who, in the opinion of the grants committee, will profit most from utilizing the resources of the Department of Greek and Roman Art, its collections, library, photographic and other archives, and the guidance of the curatorial staff.

This two-year fellowship is available to promote art conservation. The value of the award varies according to applicant's level of training or experience, with the possibility of additional funds available for travel, books, photographs, and other expenses. Fellowships begin on September 1.

This internship will be awarded to a student who has recently graduated from college or is enrolled in an art history MA program and would use the internship to continue in a career in art history. The student should come from a background of financial need or other disadvantage that might jeopardize her or his pursuing such a career without this support. The intern will be assigned to a curatorial department to work on projects appropriate to her/his academic background, professional skills, and career goals. The internship is full-time from September to June. Interns are invited to participate in orientation activities during the summer. Annual deadline dates vary; contact the program office for exact dates.

The internship program is for students and recent graduates interested in careers in art museums. Based upon their academic training, interests, and the availability of projects, interns work in one of the museum's departments--curatorial, education, conservation, administration, or library. All internships are nine to 10 weeks, full-time, five-day, 35 hours per week, and include a one-week orientation for graduate students and a two-week orientation for college students. The application deadlines for the internship for College Students and the internship for Graduate Students fall in mid- to late-January, respectively; call for exact dates. The deadline for the Cloisters Summer internship program for college students is the first Friday in February. For more information on the Cloisters internship, contact College Internship Program, the Cloisters, Fort Tryon Park, New York, NY 10040; or call (212) 650-2280. Contact the museum for information and application deadline for the Roswell L. Gilpatric internship. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Fellowships are for the training of students planning to enter museums as curators of painting, by enabling them to undertake related study in Europe. The purpose of these fellowships is to develop the skills of connoisseurship by supporting firsthand examination of paintings in major European collections, rather than to support library research for the completion of degree requirements. Short-term fellowships of at least three months will be considered along with 12-month requests.

The Australia Council for the Arts is offering up to $30,000 for a collaborative, embodied art project in a massive multi-user virtual environment (MMUVE).

The Australia Council for the Arts is offering up to $30,000 for a collaborative, embodied art project in a massive multi-user virtual environment (MMUVE).

A range of residencies across several European countries, for artists aged between 20 and 25 years. Deadline: Thu 15 May 2008

For a listing of camps and classes Mobius Kids is offering this summer please visit: http://www.mobiusspokane.org/April2008calendar.html. Dates vary thoughout the summer, so check right away! Contact Information: Contact Email: Contact Phone: (509) 624-KIDS Response Deadline: 8/10/2008

Mobius Kids is launching a new program called the Mobius Kids Scholarship Program. This program will be serving a demographic that has not had the opportunity until now to participate in the wonderful hands-on learning and fun that Mobius Kids has to offer. Through the partnership with Spokane Transit, families and groups can access public transportation to Mobius Kids, alleviating transportation and parking concerns. The Scholarship Program is available to participants who qualify for at least one of the following: children who qualify for the free or reduced lunch program, children attending learning centers, schools, or classrooms in which 50% of the population receive free or reduced lunch, children attending daycare centers that receive State funding for at least 50% of their children, children attending any Federal Even Start, Head Start/ECEAP, and Early Head Start Programs, children identified by those social service agencies that assist families who are economically disadvantaged or considered at-risk. Call or visit http://mobiusspokane.org/scholarshipinformation.html. Contact Information: Mary Tyrie Contact Email: Contact Phone: (509) 624-5437 ex.302 Response Deadline: 10/10/2008

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Monica Lemeshonok. I am young painter from Mogilev . I was born on the 27 of January 1986. My paints from early childhood. In 1995 I took part in painting competition from Community of medical help to victims of Chernobyl ( Erphshtadt , Germany ). In 1996 I entered Mogilev painting school. She finished this school in 1999 with Golden medal. Personal exhibitions: 1997 – the exhibition devoting to 10 years jubilee of Belorussian Fund of Children ( Minsk , Mogilev ) 1997 – Monica took part in festival “We are from childhood” ( Minsk ) 1998 – “I see air” ( Mogilev , ethnography museum) 1998 – grand holder s of Special Fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus exhibition 1999 – “Our world is a beautiful palette” ( Minsk ) 1999 – “My sonets” ( Mogilev ) 1999 – the exhibition in military garrison ( Mogilev ). 1999 – “I am here, I am there” ( Minsk ) 2000 – “My world” – Charity exhibition ( Germany ) 2000 – “The vehemence” 2000 – “The thoughts of emotions” ( Mogilev ) 2001 – “The sound of inspiration” ( Mogilev ) 2002/2003 – till now – charity exhibition in Moscow (Embassy of Ministry Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus ) 2004 – “African” ( Mogilev ) 2005 – “Looks, thoughts, feelings” ( Mogilev ) 2009 – “Smells of winds” ( Mogilev ) I was invited to Moscow by Zurab Zeretely. After this visit she made sketches for exhibitions “African” and “Looks, thoughts, feelings”. I grant holder of Special Fund of the President of the Republic of Belarus (1998, 2002, 2004) , she has the 1 st degree diploma from Union of painters of the Republic of Belarus . I was a laureate of special prize “Person of the year” in 2005. My pictures are in private collections and galleries in Germany , France , Japan , Mexico , Canada , Brazil .

Molson Prizes

DEADLINE FEBRUARY 1, 2008 Simsbury, CT - 2D, PHOTOGRAPHY The Connecticut Valley Regional Ballet Company Inc. and The Ethel Walker School invite all interested photographers to submit entries into an international contest that celebrates the beauty, grace and athleticism of dance. The judges will select imagery which captures the essence of dance. Moving moments played against dramatic light and unique settings bring the viewers into a world of diverse elements with universal appeal. We are truly appreciative of the time and talent of our participants. There are 3 age divisions in this contest:* High School: grades 9-12 * College: students 18 and up * Adult Each division will be awarded three prizes: 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place. All winners will receive graduated monetary prizes and certificates appropriate to their places. For more information please visit the website or contact Dorothy Silverherz at email: dorothy_silverherz@ethelwalker.org

United States Connecticut, Simsbury - Contests, Juried Art Shows, Photography Other Momentum: Images of Dance, The Connecticut Valley Regional Ballet Company Inc. and The Ethel Walker School invite all interested photographers to submit entries into an international contest that celebrates the beauty, grace and athleticism of dance. The judges will select imagery which captures the essence of dance. Moving moments played against dramatic light and unique settings bring the viewers into a world of diverse elements with universal appeal. We are truly appreciative of the time and talent of our participants. There are 3 age divisions in this contest:* High School: grades 9-12 * College: students 18 and up * Adult Each division will be awarded three prizes: 1st place, 2nd place and 3rd place. All winners will receive graduated monetary prizes and certificates appropriate to their places. An exhibit of award-winning images will be held at Wesleyan University and on the competition website. For more information please visit the website or contact Dorothy Silverherz at email: dorothy_silverherz@ethelwalker.org

Monagri Foundation, Archangelos Micahel Monastery, 4746 Monagri, Limassol District, Cyprus. Tel.: 357-5-434165. One artist at a time. Runs program in Cyprus and in Finland.

Monarch Contemporary Art Center, PO Box 1125, 8431 Waldrich Rd. SE, Tenino, WA 98589. (360) 264-2408. Residencies of 2-4 mos. to make large-scale sculpture for grounds. Room, board, tools, studio, materials, honorarium. For professional and emerging artists