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Everything art and beyond around NYC, the web and the world.
February 21, 2021
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Arts
The Met Unframed
The Metropolitan Museum, in partnership with Verizon, offers an interactive virtual art exhibit featuring augmented reality versions of some of the most iconic masterpieces to ever be displayed at the museum. The experience is available on a mobile device only.
Check it out through the link- https://themetunframed.com/desktop
Online Events
Magic Connects- a platform to meet new friends
A fellow student from the University of Pennsylvania reached out to us to share a new platform called Magic Connects. It matches students with each other based on their major, clubs, interests, and more. If you would like to learn more about the project, you could have a look at the articles they were featured at on PennToday and The Daily Pennsylvanian about this platform.
Film
Zeitgeist Films -M.C. Escher: Journey To Infinity online screening
Zeitgeist Films is a New York-based film distributor that is dedicated to bringing quality foreign, independent feature films, and documentaries to American screens since 1988. They have recently premiered their new documentary M.C. Escher, Journey To Infinity, which tells the story of world-famous Dutch visionary graphic artist M.C Escher (1898-1972). "Equal parts history, psychology, and psychedelia, Robin Lutz’s entertaining, eye-opening portrait gives us the man through his own words and images: diary musings, excerpts from lectures, correspondence and more are voiced by British actor Stephen Fry, while Escher’s woodcuts, lithographs, and other print works appear in both original and playfully altered form."
They have kindly offered to give us discounted tickets if we organize a group of students who are interested in the screening, If anyone is interested in purchasing a ticket please reach out to us and we would ask for a discount code for the group.
For more information check out their website- https://zeitgeistfilms.com/
Special Events
A Q&A with actor Ofer Hayoun February 21, 2021 at 1pm EST
SSI will host a talk and a Q&A with actor Ofer Hayoun, the star of the Israeli series "Valley of Tears" (available on HBO max) and "Beauty and The Baker" (American version is available on Amazon Prime).
Link to RSVP- https://fb.me/e/IorUMzIG
Stay tuned for our upcoming cinematographers guest speakers series.
February 13, 2021
Arts
The Met Unframed
The Metropolitan Museum, in partnership with Verizon, offers an interactive virtual art exhibit featuring augmented reality versions of some of the most iconic masterpieces to ever be displayed at the museum. The experience is available on a mobile device only.
Check it out through the link- https://themetunframed.com/desktop
The House Our Families Built Diorama
"Traveling around NYC, a 14 foot box truck has been transformed into a diorama-style outdoor sculpture that is a stage for both visual and performance art, inspired by domestic scenes and stories shared on this site." To learn more about the installation and where it will be traveling check out their website- https://www.pbs.org/american-portrait/public-art/the-house-our-families-built
Live Events
FOR WHICH IT STANDS at the NYTW February 19-22, 2021
The New York Theatre Workshop presents a virtual reading of FOR WHICH IS STANDS, written by Lee Edward Colston II and directed by Bianca LaVerne Jones. "With the air conditioner busted and temperatures in the triple digits, the only thing keeping Ebony Hemmings cool is counting down the days to the end of her eight year sentence at Lehigh Penitentiary. She and the other incarcerated women on the “Liberty Unit” sewed American flags for a private prison contractor in exchange for recommendations for early release. But when the woman she loves joins a worker's strike against unfair and inhumane treatment of the women of Liberty, it ignites a powder keg of decades of hidden abuse. With tempers & temperatures boiling and her freedom on the line, Ebony knows the red stripes on the flags she sews could very easily turn to blood." The show will be streamed for free on their website.
Link for RSVP- https://www.nytw.org/streaming-pass-for-which-it-stands/
Adult Graphic Novel Discussion: March: Book One by John Lewis & Andrew Aydin Illustrated by Nate Powell Wednesday, February 17, 2021, 4 - 5 p.m EST
Join this discussion hosted by the New York Public Library. In order to get a link and participate in the event you must register with your email address.
Link to the event's description- https://www.nypl.org/events/programs/2021/02/17/adult-graphic-novel-discussion-march-book-one-john-lewis-andrew-aydin?nref=584984
Virtual Lunar New Year Festival at the MoCA February 15-26, 2021
The Museum of Chinese in America is hosting a month long celebration of the Lunar New Year with daily virtual events and activities. Check out their website for more information and the full calendar of events- https://www.mocanyc.org/
Film
SYNDICATED SIDEWALK CINEMA until February 28th, 2020
The Brooklyn based theatre/bar/restaurant hosts a series of outdoor screenings throughout the month of February. There are no tickets, and seating is first-come, first-served at the tables they have set up in their outdoor dining area. Check out their website for the calendar and hours- https://syndicatedbk.com/sidewalk-cinema-calendar/
Special Events
A Q&A with actor Ofer Hayoun February 21, 2021 at 1pm EST
Co-hosting with SSI, we will participate in a talk and a Q&A with actor Ofer Hayoun, the star of the Israeli series "Valley of Tears" (available on HBO max) and "Beauty and The Baker" (American version is available on Amazon Prime).
Link to RSVP- https://fb.me/e/IorUMzIG
Stay tuned for our upcoming cinematographers guest speakers series.
January 11, 2021
Call For Artists-
Graphic designer for VAEFF Collaboration
In preparation for the upcoming semester ArtC will collaborate with the Video Art & Experimental Film Festival (VAEFF), and will host several events including screenings and Q&As with artists. We are currently seeking for an artist to design pamphlets and social media posts for the events. For more details please email us.
VAEFF website- https://videoart.net/
SAPIENT
SAPIENT is a student-run annual publication focusing on undergraduate research in biological anthropology. They are currently accepting submissions of artworks and essays for their next journal volume and for their blog.
Deadline for submissions: 1 February 2021
SAPIENT website- https://www.sapientjournal.com/
For submissions- sapientjournal@gmail.com
Free Calls for Submissions and Opportunities for Artists -
Wellcome Photography Prize
This year the Wellcome Photography Prize is exploring the human side of three urgent health challenges: mental health problems, infectious diseases and global heating.
Deadline for submissions: 18 January 2021
The Sony World Photography Awards Professional competition
The Professional competition rewards and showcases the world’s most outstanding bodies of work.
Artists can enter multiple series of works to the following categories: Architecture & Design, Creative, Documentary Projects, Environment, Landscape, Natural World & Wildlife, Portraiture, Still Life, Sport, and Portfolio.
https://www.worldphoto.org/sony-world-photography-awards/professional
Deadline for submissions: 14 January, 2021
RHS Photographic Competition
The RHS Photographic Competition inspires young and old alike to get outdoors and record how enriching and inspiring gardens and plants can be.
https://photocontestdeadlines.com/photo-contest-list/rhs-photographic-competition-2020/
Deadline for submissions: 1 February 2021
NIKON PHOTO CONTEST 2020 – 2021
The theme for the Open category in both competitions is "Connect".
The theme for the Next Generation category, open to artists aged 25 years old and younger, is "Passion".
https://www.nikon-photocontest.com/en/
Deadline for submissions: 1 February 2021
aint—bad
aint—bad is an independent publisher of Contemporary Art. All submissions for their latest issue will be considered for book publishing.
https://www.aint-bad.com/news/2020/12/02/issue-no-15-call-for-entry/
Deadline for submissions: 31 January, 2021
PENUMBRA WORKSPACE PROGRAM
As a not-for-profit organization whose goal is to be a comprehensive resource for photographers at any level Penumbra Foundation is proud to offer a program dedicated to facilitate emerging artists with time, workspace, resources and support to get them and their work closer to the public in one of the most vibrant art cities in the world.
https://www.penumbrafoundation.org/about-workspace
Application deadline: January 15th, 2021
LoosenArt
LoosenArt is a virtual magazine and a gallery based in Rome, Italy, and they invite photographers, visual designers and video artists to submit 1 to 3 works addressing specific themes, each has a different deadline. Check out their website for more information-
https://www.loosenart.com/pages/calls
Lunch Ticket’s Call for Artists & Writers
Lunch Ticket is the online literary and art journal published by the MFA community of Antioch University (AU), a program devoted to the education of literary artists, community engagement, and the pursuit of social, economic, and environmental justice. The editors of Lunch Ticket share AU’s mission and values. With a commitment to publishing the best literary writing and visual art, we encourage submissions from underrepresented and marginalized artists and writers.
https://lunchticket.org/submission-guidelines/
Deadline for submissions: there are several different deadlines for different projects between January and February
The Abbey Scholarship and Fellowships in Painting
The Abbey Awards offer all expenses paid residencies at the British School at Rome for artists showing exceptional merit and promise.(The Abbey Awards are open to UK and US citizens and artists of other nationalities who have been resident in the UK or US for at least five of the last ten years)
Application deadline: 31 January 2021
Mask Your Feelings
Mask Your Feelings is a photo series by photographer Claire Petersen: www.clairepetersen.com
"Looking for visual artists to take part in the project Mask Your Feelings.
Participating creatives will transform their face masks into a work of art. The artwork should be inspired by something you have strong feelings about, but the final piece can be abstract!"
https://www.artconnect.com/opportunities/open-call-for-visual-artists-mask-your-feelings
Deadline for submissions: 18 February 2021
Dek Unu Magazine
“Non-profit, publisher of fine photoart portfolios from adventurous, accomplished artists online monthly. We publish one portfolio by one artist per issue, themed and curated by the artist alone. Each issue includes an in-depth interview with the artist. We promote the issue and the artist extensively on web and social media, and provide a respectable and respectful place for quality image-makers. Dek Unu is an English-language journal but international submissions are warmly encouraged.”
https://www.dekunumag.com/submit
Deadline for submissions: monthly submissions
November 25, 2020
Arts
The Queen and The Crown October 30–December 13, 2020
The Brooklyn Museum, in collaboration with Netflix presents an interactive virtual exhibition of Costumes from “The Queen’s Gambit” and “The Crown”. The exhibition includes 360-degree views of costumes from the two series, as well as objects from the museum's collection. It also includes a virtual panel discussion with its curators.
Check out their website for more information- https://www.thequeenandthecrown.com/
MCNY Live
The Museum of the City of New York curated a selection that highlights its public programs. It features conversations with artists, authors, politicians, and more who speak about their experiences as New Yorkers.
Check out their website for more information- https://www.mcny.org/live
Live Performances
New York Comedy Club
The New York Comedy partnered with venues around New York City to host comedy shows in safe, distanced environments. Check out their website for more information and scheduled shows- https://newyorkcomedyclub.com/
Film
Calgary Underground Film Festival November 25 - December 1, 2020
Calgary Underground Film Festival presents its annual CUFF.Docs Documentary Film Festival, showcasing the best in non-fiction films. The event screens approximately 20 full-length features, as well as shorts, varying in subject, style and genres within the art form.
Check out their website for more information- https://www.calgaryundergroundfilm.org/cuffdocs-2020
Internships
Warner Bros. Pictures College Ambassador Program
Warner Brothers new program, Warner U, brings WB directly to the students! Warner U is currently seeking college ambassadors that will create and execute marketing campaigns specifically tailored to their campuses. They are looking for self-motivated, creative campus leaders that are passionate about the entertainment industry within the marketing/publicity field. Reach out for more information.
Future events include-
*A collaboration with VAEFF (Video Art & Experimental Film Festival). Check out their latest programs on their website- https://videoart.net/
November 2, 2020
Arts
Google Online Exhibits
Google Arts & Cultures offers free online exhibitions from all around the world. Check out their website for more information- https://artsandculture.google.com/project/exhibits
Exhibits we recommend checking out-
Gordon Parks: A Harlem Family 1967- https://artsandculture.google.com/exhibit/gordon-parks-a-harlem-family-1967/uwKioUY0jnDHLg
Old Movie Pamphlets- https://artsandculture.google.com/exhibit/old-movie-pamphlets/wQwWR5I6
Live Performances
Louder Than Words Festival November 7 - 8, 2020
This is a genre based literary festival celebrating oral, written and published works associated with the music industry. Their on-line program includes poetry slam sessions, music books talks and industry panels (The events require a small fee for attendance). Check out their website for more information- https://louderthanwordsfest.com/
INDIE WEEK CANADA 2020 November 10 – 14, 2020
“Indie Week Canada is committed to using this online platform to be a leader moving forward in a positive direction. Connecting artists, industry and fans from around the world is more important now than ever before as the music industry adapts and evolves. Now is the time to log on, connect, and move forward together.” Darryl Hurs (Indie Week founder) Check out their website for more information- https://www.indieweek.com/
Events we recommend checking out-
Nov. 3: Indie Weekly- Indie Weekly is a virtual conversation featuring international and local professionals in the music industry, discussing relevant topics for today’s ever-changing climate. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/indie-weekly-special-edition-tickets-126989329503
Film
RAINDANCE October 28 - November 7, 2020
Raindance Film Festival is the largest independent film festival in the UK, and this year they are celebrating their 28th anniversary. The festival offers an exciting lineup of films and free special events. Check out their website for more information- https://www.raindance.org/
We highly recommend checking out their Emerging Filmmakers' Day series, a full day of free programming, including panels and networking opportunities-
https://cinema.raindance.org/collection/emerging-filmmakers-day/
Tokyo International Film Festival October 31 - November 9, 2020
For their 33rd anniversary Tokyo International Film Festival has an exciting program of online Q&As, special screenings and World Focus series. Check out their website for more information- https://2020.tiff-jp.net/en/
Events we recommend attending-
Nov. 4: The Future of Cinema and Streaming- https://2020.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/3315ASL06
Nov. 5: "Asia Lounge" Conversation Series, Mouly Surya and Yang Yonghi- https://2020.tiff-jp.net/en/lineup/film/3315ASL07
Internships
Warner Bros. Pictures College Ambassador Program
Warner Brothers new program, Warner U, brings WB directly to the students! Warner U is currently seeking college ambassadors that will create and execute marketing campaigns specifically tailored to their campuses. They are looking for self-motivated, creative campus leaders that are passionate about the entertainment industry within the marketing/publicity field. Reach out for more information.
Special Events
A Talk with Nigel Lopez-McBean November 6, 2020 at 1pm EST
ArtC, in collaboration with CUFP will host a talk with Nigel Lopez-McBean, Co-founder and Managing director of DBP Donut, The Duplass Brothers creative studio. He is an Emmy nominated executive producer, developing original, interactive and social content.
Check out his work on his website- https://www.nigellopezmcbean.com/
Future events include-
*A collaboration with VAEFF (Video Art & Experimental Film Festival). Check out their latest programs on their website- https://videoart.net/
October 16, 2020
Arts
OHNY Weekend October 17 – 18, 2020
Open House New York weekend continues being a major celebration of New York City. It offers more than 150 ways to explore and experience the city, including self guided outdoor tours, on-site video tours and online events. Check out their website for more information- https://ohny.org/weekend
Events we recommend attending-
Oct. 17: Little Island live panel - https://ohny.org/sites/little-island
Oct. 17,18: OHNY Weekend Highlight: Lost NYC - https://ohny.org/posts/wknd-lost-nyc
Chinatown Arts Week October 16 – 25, 2020
T!C’s 3rd CHINATOWN ARTS WEEK festival is celebrating the cultural richness of Manhattan’s Chinatown. It will take place partly in outdoor neighborhood events and partly online. Check out their website for more information- https://www.thinkchinatown.org/artsweek2020
Events we recommend attending-
Oct. 17: TALK: Inside the Pink Donut Box - Stories of Cambodian Immigration - https://www.thinkchinatown.org/chaw-2020-events/2020/10/7/conversationpam-inside-the-pink-donut-box-stories-of-cambodian-immigration
Oct. 21: Chinatown Doodles: Workshop on Found Objects Artwork - https://www.thinkchinatown.org/chaw-2020-events/2020/10/6/chinatown-doodles-workshop-on-found-objects-artwork
Oct. 25: Art of Storytelling w/ Xinmei Liu, Jacqueline Tam & Black Gotham Experience- https://www.thinkchinatown.org/chaw-2020-events/2020/10/25/art-of-storytelling-w-xinmei-liu-jacqueline-tam-amp-black-gotham-experience
Schefs
Schefs is a student-led social platform that encourages students to facilitate and participate in live, themed conversation with peers. They host events every weekend. Check out their website for more information- https://schefs.us/
Events we recommend attending-
Oct. 17- The Novel in Your Notes App- https://schefs.us/index.html?event=3Pq1iaK5BGSEiXQyTIYb
Oct. 24: Music Videos as Megaphones- https://schefs.us/index.html?event=CujGTMfXN6lXLyMpZbHY
Live Performances
The Tiny Cupboard
The Tiny Cupboard is a small underground/aboveground DIY theatre space. These days they are offering rooftop comedy shows around NYC, as well as interactive online events. Many of the events are free of charge.
http://thetinycupboard.com/events/
Save Our Stages Fest October 16 – 18, 2020
The National Independent Venue Association (NIVA) is partnering with YouTube for a 3-day virtual music festival. The events will be live streamed on NIVA's Youtube channel. Check out their website for more information and lineups- https://www.saveourstages.com/
Film
NEWFEST October 16 – 27, 2020
For their 32nd anniversary, the NewFest offers an exciting lineup of films and free special events. Check out their website for more information- https://newfest.org/
Events we recommend attending-
Oct. 19- PANEL: BIPOC Queer Film Canon Kiki- https://newfest.org/event/panel-bipoc-queer-film-canon-kiki/
Oct. 21: PANEL: Filmmaker Virtual Roundtable with NYWIFT (New York Women in Film & Television) - https://newfest.org/event/panel-filmmaker-virtual-roundtable-with-nywift-new-york-women-in-film-television/
Internships
Warner Bros. Pictures College Ambassador Program
Warner Brothers new program, Warner U, brings WB directly to the students! Warner U is currently seeking college ambassadors that will create and execute marketing campaigns specifically tailored to their campuses. They are looking for self-motivated, creative campus leaders that are passionate about the entertainment industry within the marketing/publicity field. Reach out for more information.
Special Events
A Talk with Ali Griffin Vingiano October 22, 2020 at 8:30pm EST
Save the date! ArtC, in collaboration with CUFP, will host a talk with Ali Griffin Vingiano. Ali is a writer, a filmmaker and a performer, who works both in New York City and Los Angeles. She is currently writing for the Emmy winning Apple TV+ series THE MORNING SHOW, and over the years she has worked with Comedy Central, BuzzFeed Video and Glamour Magazine, writing, directing and producing her own videos. Check out her work on her website- http://alivingiano.com/
A Talk with Nigel Lopez-McBean November 6, 2020 at 1pm EST
ArtC, in collaboration with CUFP will host a talk with Nigel Lopez-McBean, Co-founder and Managing director of DBP Donut, The Duplass Brothers creative studio. He is an Emmy nominated executive producer, developing original, interactive and social content.
Check out his work on his website- https://www.nigellopezmcbean.com/
Future events include-
*A collaboration with VAEFF (Video Art & Experimental Film Festival). Check out their latest programs on their website- https://videoart.net/
October 4, 2020
Photography
Photoville September 17 – November 29, 2020
Photoville is a photography festival celebrating its 9th anniversary in NYC. This year they offer 60 outdoor exhibitions city-wide and a full slate of free online programming for all. This is the last week of their free online program and we highly recommend checking it out.
Events we recommend attending-
Oct. 4: SCIENCE VISUALIZED
https://photoville.nyc/online/science-visualized/
Oct. 10: REFLECTING ON CULTURE & IDENTITY: PHOTOGRAPHY TALK WITH DEBORA ANDERSON
https://photoville.nyc/online/photography-talk-deborah-anderson/
Live Performances
The Tiny Cupboard
The Tiny Cupboard is a small underground/aboveground DIY theatre space. These days they are offering rooftop comedy shows around NYC, as well as interactive online events. Many of the events are free of charge.
http://thetinycupboard.com/events/
Stand Up NY
The small but well known institution has decided to produce comedy shows in parks across New York City. Showtimes and locations are released daily at 10am and we’re limiting capacity to ensure the safety of all audience members and comedians.
Check out their website for more information- https://www.standupny.com/
Film
NYFF58 September 17 – October 11, 2020
New York Film Festival offers free online talks with the festival filmmakers and their collaborators. Check out their website for more information.
https://www.filmlinc.org/nyff2020/sections/talks/
Internships
Warner Bros. Pictures College Ambassador Program
Warner Brothers new program, Warner U, brings WB directly to the students! Warner U is currently seeking college ambassadors that will create and execute marketing campaigns specifically tailored to their campuses. They are looking for self-motivated, creative campus leaders that are passionate about the entertainment industry within the marketing/publicity field. Reach out to us for more information.
Special Events
A Talk with Ali Griffin Vingiano
October 22, 2020 time TBA
Save the date! ArtC, in collaboration with CUFP, will host a talk with Ali Griffin Vingiano. Ali is a writer, a filmmaker and a performer, who works both in New York City and Los Angeles. She is currently writing for the Emmy winning Apple TV+ series THE MORNING SHOW, and over the years she has worked with Comedy Central, BuzzFeed Video and Glamour Magazine, writing, directing and producing her own videos. Check out her work on her website- http://alivingiano.com/
Future events include-
*A collaboration with VAEFF (Video Art & Experimental Film Festival). Check out their latest programs on their website- https://videoart.net/
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