- Port Macquarie Art Society 35th Annual Easter Art Exhibition 2010 - Entries are now open and close on Friday 19 March 2010

Port Macquarie Art Society 35th Annual Easter Art Exhibition 2010 This major annual art exhibition and competition is open to all artists and provides a chance to display your best work for sale to the public while competing for substantial monetary prizes donated by local businesses. Total prize money this year is $14,250. The 35th exhibition will be held from Thursday 8 April to Monday 12 April inclusive in Panthers Auditorium, Port Macquarie. Entries are now open and close on Friday 19 March 2010. The entry form and conditions are downloadable from the Society’s website at www.pmas.org.au/events.htm Please note that the deadline for submission of the entry form is Friday 19 March 2010, but delivery of artists’ works to the exhibition venue – Panthers Auditorium - will only be accepted Sunday 4 April 3-6pm and Monday 5 April 9-11am. The judging and official opening will be on the evening of Wednesday 7 April, and the exhibition will be open for general admission from Thursday 8 April. The exhibition is featured each year in Australian Artist magazine which showcases the winning works, including the names of the winning artists. Because our exhibition is held during the Easter break we expect around 3000 visitors to the exhibition over the 5 days it is open to the public, including many from out of town, which will provide concentrated exposure of your work to the interested public and therefore maximum opportunities for sale of your work or works. All submitted works which meet the entry conditions for the section submitted will be included in the exhibition. The judge will be local artist Irene Flissinger. To apply you must print off and fill out the entry form by hand and then post it back to reach the Art Society by Friday 19 March 2010 with a cheque or money order covering the entry fee applicable to the section or sections you wish to enter. Details of the exhibition sections, entry fees and the conditions of entry are in downloadable PDF documents, available on the Society’s website at www.pmas.org.au Enquiries: Maureen Cooke (Hon) Secretary, 0409 820 694 (m), Email: secretary@pmas.org.au

- Calleen Art Award & Central West Regional Artists Award - Closing 5 March

Calleen Art Award & Central West Regional Artists Award - Closing 5 March Cowra Regional Art Gallery invites entries for selection into the 2010 Calleen Art Award ($12,000 acquisitive), the Central West Regional Artists Award ($2,000 non-acquisitive) and the Peoples Choice ($500 non-acquisitive). The Calleen Art Award is a nationally recognised award for an original artwork in any painting medium. The Central West Regional Artists Award is awarded to an original work in any painting medium or any drawing medium on paper. It is open to artists living and working in the Central West Region of NSW as defined by the local government areas of Bathurst, Blayney, Cabonne, Cowra, Forbes, Lachlan, Lithgow, Mid-Western Region, Oberon, Orange, Parkes and Wellington. Guidelines and application details online: www.cowraartgallery.com.au/awards

- Head On Portrait Prize - Call for Entries - due 14th March 2010

- DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION - Sunday 11pm (EDT), 14 March 2010 Head on Foundation invites photographers to submit images to the 2010 photographic portrait competition. Prizes will be awarded for the best 3 images. The selection of images will be done anonymously based on the power of the photograph rather than the celebrity of the subject or photographer. Further prizes will be awarded to images selected for 'The Critic's Award' and for 'People's Choice'. Finalists' work will be selected by National Gallery of Victoria Senior Photography Curator Isobel Crombie, Award winning Photographer Anthony Browell, picture editor and VU agent Isabelle Rouvillois and Head On curator Moshe Rosenzveig. The 'Critic's Prize' will be selected by photography critic Robert McFarlane. Total value of prizes is approximately $40,000. More information from http://headon.com.au/content/about-portrait-prize

- The Watermark Literary Society's program for 2010

The Watermark Literary Society's program for 2010 The Eric Rolls Prize – General Division - for prose fiction or nonfiction in the genre of natural history writing, not to exceed 6,000 words. First prize is $1,000 plus participation in the 2011 Watermark Literary Muster (17-20 June) including return economy air fare to Port Macquarie (or equivalent), accommodation in the Camden Haven for five nights and full Muster attendance including lunch each day and some other meals. Up to two highly commended entries may be rewarded at the discretion of the judges. Prize/s will be full attendance at the June 2011 Watermark Literary Muster including lunch each day and some other meals. Accommodation will be provided, however the commended writers will be responsible for their own travel arrangements. Applications Now Open - Closing Date June 30th 2010. More details at www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn,au The Mick Dark Watermark Fellowship for Emerging Nature and Environmental Writers - The Fellowship offers 3 weeks residency in the Camden Haven on the mid north coast of NSW with mentorship from Ian Templeman AM, poet, editor and publisher, and 3 weeks writing residency at Varuna in the Blue Mountains. The Fellow will be one of the writers invited to attend the 2011 Watermark Muster to read from work completed or in progress. Travel and accommodation will be paid. Applications Now Open - Closing Date March 1st 2010. More details at www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn,au The Eric Rolls Prize - High School Division (Lyne & Port Macquarie electorates only) - for prose fiction or nonfiction in the genre of natural history writing, not to exceed 1500 words. First prize is $100 plus participation in one day of the 2011 Watermark Literary Muster (17-20 June). Assistance will be given with travel. Up to two highly commended entries may be rewarded at the discretion of the judges. Prize/s for these will be attendance at one day of the June 2011 Watermark Literary Muster. Applications Now Open - Closing Date April 1st 2010. More details at www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn,au The Watermark Nature Study Storytelling Prize for primary schools in the Camden Haven - book vouchers will be awarded to the best storyteller in Years 3 & 4, with attention being given to presentation and to the observation behind the presentation. The Watermark Literary Dinner - Saturday July 24th - featuring renowned former ABC broadcaster and producer, author, oral historian and raconteur, Tim Bowden. More details at www.watermarkliterarysociety.asn,au

- Lillipilli Art and Craft Exhibition 2010 - Entries close 26th February 2010

Lillipilli Art and Craft Exhibition 2010. The 25th annual Lillipilli Art and Craft Exhibition will be held from Saturday April 10th 2010 to Sunday April 18th 2010 at the Norm Jordan Pavilion, Coffs Harbour Showground, Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour. There will be 23 sections, including students with total prizemoney of $13,000. Entry forms available from the Woolgoolga Gallery phone 66541054, The Book Warehouse, Harbour Drive Coffs Harbour, The Art Shop, Orlando St Coffs Harbour or phone Lyn 66547268 email tbaker23@bigpond.net.au Entries close 26th February 2010

- 2010 Regional Arts Australia Volunteer Awards program - Nominations will open on 19 February and close on 26 March 2010

2010 Regional Arts Australia Volunteer Awards program.Nominations will open on 19 February and close on 26 March 2010. Award will be presented in two categories: · Sustained contribution to the arts · Outstanding contribution to the arts The awards will be presented at Junction 2010 - connecting the future, Regional Arts Australia's national conference to be held in Launceston, Tasmania from 26-29 August 2009. So put the dates in your diary now so you don't forget to nominate after the busy Christmas and new year period. The Regional Arts Australia Volunteer Awards recognise, reward and encourage regionally-based artists and cultural volunteers who have made a substantial contribution to the arts in regional communities in Australia. Young people are particularly encouraged to apply. Enquiries: Jo McDonald Regional Arts Australia 08 8444 0428, 0423 290 436 email info@regionalarts.com.au Web: www.regionalarts.com.au

- Australian Refugee Film Festival Deadline 31 March 2010

Australian Refugee Film Festival Deadline 31 March 2010 - The Australian Refugee Film Festival is now Calling For Films. The 4th Annual Film Festival will screen during Refugee Week 2010 between the 20th and 26th June. The main screenings will take place in Sydney with 3 screenings planned at the moment, the festival will also be held in each capital city around Australia. Films need to be 10 minutes or less. The films also need to focus on the refugee experience either in the Australian or Global context. http://www.australianrefugeefilmfestival.org

- Hill End Artist in residence program 2010 - Artists are invited to apply for the 2010 season of residencies at Hill End - Applications close - Friday 11 December 2009

Hill End Artist in residence program 2010 - Artists are invited to apply for the 2010 season of residencies at Hill End. Applications close: Friday 11 December, 2009 A limited number of residency places in 2010 will be funded through the generous support of Arts NSW and the Department of Environment and Climate Change (Parks Services Division). The Hill End Artist in Residence Program aims to provide an opportunity for creative development in all areas of the visual arts in the unique environment Hill End and this region offers and at the same time to contribute to the long term cultural development and sustainability of the Village. The Residency Program is based in Haefligers Cottage and Studio and Murrays Cottage at Hill End. Applications forms: http://www.hillendart.com.au/ Contact: Sarah Gurich, Curator, Bathurst Regional Art Gallery on 02 6333 6555

- Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery - 500 Exhibition - Exhibition opens Thursday 3rd December closes Sunday 6th December 2009

Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery "500 Exhibition" The Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery Committee invites artists to enter the inaugural "500mm x 500mm x $500 exhibition" Exhibition opens Thursday 3rd December, closes Sunday 6th December 2009. Macleay Valley Community Art Gallery is located at 5 Kinchela Street Gladstone. Opening hours 10.30am to 4pm; these may be extended for this exhibition. " Entry fee to the exhibition is $10. " Artists are limited to 2 art works each, depending on sales and entries; artists may be able to replace works sold Application Forms can be obtained from " ENQUIRIES: Ph. 65663200 Mon to Fri 8.30am to 4.30pm " EMAIL: barbara.huntington@kempsey.nsw.gov.au

- WetlandCare Australia National Art and Photography Competition 2010 - Closing date for entries is 4th December 2009

WetlandCare Australia National Art and Photography Competition 2010 - Closing date for entries is 4th December 2009. To celebrate World Wetlands Day 2010, an international event proclaimed by the United Nations, WetlandCare Australia has organised an Australia-wide Art and Photography competition offering categories for children and adults. We are seeking works on paper exploring the theme of Wetlands, Biodiversity and Climate Change. Closing date for entries is 4th December 2009. The competition is acquisitive, with the winning works to be used by WetlandCare Australia to promote wetlands and the work of WetlandCare Australia. Entry forms are available at www.wetlandcare.com.au

- The Flame Awards 2009 are now open for entry

The Flame Awards 2009 are now open for entry! All the entry details and, for the first time, an easy-to-use online entry process are available online at http://www.abc.net.au/classic/flame/ All Australian schools are eligible to apply: primary, secondary, government and independent schools. This year the theme is: schools that SING! Judges will be looking for schools that use singing to develop their students' skills and engagement in music. This year the FLAME Awards have their biggest prize pool ever. $15,000 is up for grabs. Thanks go to Sydney philanthropists Robert and Elizabeth Albert for their generous support of the Awards this year.