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The RACC Announcement page consists of all entries which RACC posts on its website on a daily basis – including all artist opportunities like grants, jobs, calls to artists, etc. Other entries might include important media stories on the arts, advocacy alerts, or general news from the art community.
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Entries below are listed in date posted order, starting with the most recent.
Posted October 19, 2020
Artist Limei Lai’s new mural, Together, enlivens the street scape at Open Signal located on NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. in Portland. This is the seventh mural to adorn Open Signal’s exterior as part of the Fresh Paint program. A partnership between Open Signal and RACC, Fresh Paint is a professional development program providing […]
Posted October 19, 2020
IncuArts Gallery invites artists to submit work for the upcoming show, Alone/ Together. 2020 has united and divided the world. There are schisms within our culture that are widening. At the same time, people are coming together in mass to protest injustices. Wearing a mask can be seen as a simple gesture of kindness towards […]
Posted October 19, 2020
Alone/ Together is a paradox. 2020 has united and divided the world. There are schisms within our culture that are widening. At the same time, people are coming together in mass to protest injustices. Wearing a mask can be seen as a simple gesture of kindness towards others; yet may also also entice fighting. What […]
Posted October 9, 2020
The Regional Arts and Culture Council (RACC) has one mission – to enrich our communities through arts and culture. We believe that the arts have the power to change hearts and minds, and to inspire social change. We also believe that arts and culture are key elements in creating desirable places to live, learn, work and visit. […]
Posted October 6, 2020
Interpretation services available, email info@racc.org Servicio de interpretación disponible | Предоставляются услуги переводчика | Có dịch vụ thông dịch | 通訳サービスあり Artists are essential. In times of crisis, artists express what they see and feel, helping us process what we are going through, activating, and uplifting the community. Capturing the Moment is a new […]
Posted October 6, 2020
by Carol Tatch, Director of Philanthropic Innovation What a pleasure to join the staff of RACC in August 2020. Already I have had a whirlwind of opportunities, learning more about our creative community, connect with folx, and work with my colleagues to envision our “next”! In this new role, Director of Philanthropic Innovation, I am […]
Posted October 2, 2020
A note from Chanda Evans the new Arts Education and Access Fund Specialist (AEAF) at RACC. What is the role of the Arts Education and Access Fund Specialist at RACC? A large part of my role at RACC is to support and advocate for our arts education teachers. RACC teachers are in six school districts […]
Posted September 17, 2020
ABOUT OUR PRIZE Il Varco invites you to join the second edition of the Passepartout Photography Prize, a photography contest born to promote and widen the exposure of emerging photographers. Our mission is to be your “Passe-partout” – which means a master key and also a framing method to enhance the power of the artwork […]
Posted September 17, 2020
Alberta Abbey is a historic building located west of MLK on Alberta St. in Northeast Portland is an arts and event center focused on equitable and affordable opportunities for learning, sharing, and creating. Available now, this 601 sqft space features a large open studio with a separate reception/office area. Previously an acting studio, the dark […]
Posted September 17, 2020
The International Artist Grand Prize Competition (I.A.G.P.C.), one of Asia’s top art contests, is looking for worldwide masterpiece to exhibit in the 11th Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.) scheduled in 2021 through the competition. There has no entry fee for the submission and selected artists don’t need to come (your presence will be highly welcomed); the […]
Posted September 17, 2020
The Asian Contemporary Fine Art Competition aims to discover and celebrate talented Asian, Asian diaspora artists and artists residing in Asia at any stage of their careers. It is a significant opportunity to promote artists, who embrace the diverse Asian culture, on an international level. With a distinguished panel of jurors, our awards valued at […]
Posted September 13, 2020
THE LINE Gallery, London | September 03, 2020 – January 15, 2021 Deadline September 13, 2020 CANVAS is an International Art Fair that will present collective and solo projects by leading and emerging international artists. ITSLIQUID Group, with an experience of more than 250 art exhibitions all around the world and twelve editions of international fairs, […]
Posted September 12, 2020
The International Artist Grand Prize Competition (I.A.G.P.C.), one of Asia’s top art contests, is looking for worldwide masterpiece to exhibit in the 11th Art Revolution Taipei (A.R.T.) scheduled in 2021 through the competition. There has no entry fee for the submission and selected artists don’t need to come (your presence will be highly welcomed); the […]
Posted September 12, 2020
Antenna is excited to announce its annual open call for creator driven projects taking place in 2021. You can apply for the opportunity to exhibit at Antenna Gallery, have a book published by Antenna’s Paper Machine, or have a month long residency at the Paper Machine publishing center. All opportunities provide creators with both financial […]
Posted September 9, 2020
Clean, spacious, light-filled office available on the intersection of Killingsworth and Albina. The office features a full wall of East facing windows, 10 ft. tall ceilings, white walls and painted plywood floors. Restrooms and utility sink located across the hall. Would work especially well for a photography or visual art studio. $700/month, month to month […]
Posted September 6, 2020
Do you love writing and believe that it is the best way of sharing your thoughts? Do you have some illusions in your mind that are unique? If both your answers are yes, then here’s a golden opportunity for you. The Inked Perceptions (TIP) is a community of conscious minds who are on a mission […]
Posted September 4, 2020
Millions in new state and local funding is coming available for arts non-profits and artists, performing arts spaces, music venues, and small businesses. Timelines are short. Read below to see where you or your organization can tap into these new resources. Watch our COVID-19 resources page for details on new grants and relief opportunities as we […]
Posted September 1, 2020
ANNOUNCING OPEN-CALLS FOR ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAMS Applications accepted through November 15, 2020 Submission Deadline: November 15, 2020 Entry Fee: $25; Alumni $15 Eligibility: International Type: Fellowship Residency + Emerging Artist Residency Categories: sculpture, land art, ceramics, contemporary craft, experimental sound/music, socially engaged art, multidisciplinary art, installation, and/or performance. Location: Shafer, Minnesota When: April 7 – […]
Posted September 1, 2020
Murphy 500 Is an arts project run out of the graduate studio of Conor Murphy at the University of Illinois Urbana Champaign. The space is a 13’x8’ White walled space with bright white gallery lighting. We are looking for artists to exhibit work in any medium As long as it fits within the space. The […]
Posted September 1, 2020
Portland Fine Arts Guild is currently looking for artists to teach art classes on Zoom. They would teach a series of three classes taking place on the first three Mondays of a month. Must have camera setup for demos and be Zoom-savvy. Please contact us with a proposal and a link to your website and […]