Submission Deadlines
This Section gives last dates for applying to fairs and other ceramic events, grants, residences etc. To submit notifications for events to be added to these pages contact: . It may be worth contacting the event/award if you are a few days late to submit as sometimes they are prepared to be forgiving.
Craft Pottery Charitable Trust
Deadline: December 15th every year
Applications must be submitted by 15th December each year. The Trustees meet early the following year and will inform the applicants of the outcome as soon as is possible.
The Trust was set up in 1991.
It makes grants in line with the following criteria:
• awards are made to persons involved in ceramics
• those who are resident in the UK for tax purposes
• the benefit should apply as widely as possible
• to assist in the preparation of books, travel, film, conference attendance and organisation, and other projects relevant to ceramics at the discretion of the Trustees
The Trustees will not support the following:
• grants towards formal education
• student exhibitions
• subsistence and living expenses other than during a period of grant aided travel or conference attendance
• students who are in full time education
The scheme is open to all ceramists, whether or not members of the CPA. The Trust has an annual grant scheme in which awards of up to £1,000 in value are made. Application guidelines are available from email: to whom applications should be sent.
International Ceramics Studio - Hungary - Artist in Residence
Deadline: Ongoing
The ICS Artist-in-residence program allows artists to work in the context of a different country and culture.
The Artist in Residence Programme provides artists with the space to create new works, experiment with innovative ideas and research new and different ways of making. Artists are encouraged to explore all our facilities to open up new possibilities and directions for the contemporary ceramicist.
The program is open to all artists who wish to work independently on their own projects. Artists may use the residency to accomplish a specific project or to work in a creative and supportive atmosphere alongside other international ceramic artists.
On average the are up to ten artists in residence at the ICS at any one time. There are plenty of opportunities to interact with the other artists but enough space to be quiet and reflective.
Making an application for the Artist in Residence Programme: There is no application deadline and applications will be considered throughout the year. We require slides, photographs or digital images on cd or by email, accompanyied by a current CV (Resumé) and biography. A brief outline of your intended work during your residency would be helpful for us to consider your application. Please give us an indication of your preferred dates for your residency.
See the website for more detail: www.icshu.org/residency.html
If you are interested in making an application please email for further information and an application form.:
A.I.R. Vallauris: RESIDENCY PROGRAM- CALL FOR ARTISTS 2016
Deadline: Ongoing
Although applications for residencies are accepted throughout the year, we recommend you submit your application as early as possible as places are limited.
There are five different residency dates to choose from.
If you are interested in making an application please email for further information and an application form.: info@air-vallauris.com
To receive an application, contact us at: http://www.air-vallauris.org/residency/application/
The British Craft Trade Fair is a TRADE ONLY fair: Harrogate 2-4 April 2017; London 10-12 September 2017
Deadline: not specified
If you are a designer-maker, living in the British Isles and producing handmade giftware (i.e. no mass-manufacturing) you can complete our Makers Registration Form and your details will be added to our database. Once registered, you will receive as noted below information in regards to our application process.
Application forms via email for BCTF Harrogate and London should you wish to apply.
Website: http://bctf.co.uk/register-me/registering-as-a-maker/maker-registration-form/
British Craft Trade Fair, Hammonds Barn, London Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH159QJ
Tel: 01444 246 446
Email:
Top Draw/Craft: 14 - 16 January 2018
Deadline: 31 July 2017
Top Drawer | Craft is a unique opportunity to present your work to an audience of over 15,000 influential retailers, department stores, galleries and museums at the UK’s fastest growing trade event for contemporary makers in the heart of London.
Now taking place bi-annually, in January and September, Top Drawer gives you the chance to showcase your work to top retailers who are making their first and last buying decisions for the year.
The number of applications is likely to exceed the space available. Makers and groups are encouraged to apply from a broad range of disciplines including: ceramics, glass, jewellery, fashion, textiles, mixed media, furniture, metalwork, sculpture, woodwork and prints.
All individual and group stands benefit from a comprehensive package, including a ready built stand, carpet and lighting, plus free marketing support.
To apply for a stand, please fill in the application pack and return to Alis Clement by Friday 31 July 2017
Website: www.topdrawer.co.uk/application-process/craft-call-for-entries
Email:
Phone: +44 (0)20 7384 7959
Avebury Sculpture Exhibition 26 August to 1 October 2017
Deadline: 10 July 2017
Sculpture exhibition - request application form from Hazel at the National Trust Avebury
Email: ((Hazel.Barry-Scott@nationaltrust.org.uk))
Phone: 01672 538036