Check out these calls for art with deadlines fast approaching! A chance to participate in shows across the country!

“Human-Being”, The Center for Fine Art Photography, Fort Collins, CO
Being human is complicated. Human + Being is an equally complex equation, the sum of these parts a richly textured experience unique to the individual but shared universally. Triumphant, tragic, absurd and the quiet significance in between, our stories unfold without cease. Explore the emotions and actions that define being human.
Fee: $35
Deadline: JANUARY 12, 2011
http://c4fap.org/cfe/2011HumanBeing/index.asp

“Nude Nite – Orlando” Orlando, Florida
Open to all Media. Nude Nite is a multi-media event celebrating the beauty of the nude through visual art, performances, burlesque, and installations. Nude Nite provides a full gallery sales staff at its events. Please also see the Tampa event March 3-5, 2011.
Fee: $20
Deadline: January 13, 2011
https://www.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=616&sortby=fair_name&apply=yes

Wide Open 2 Juried Art Show, Brooklyn, NY
The broad theme of “Wide Open 2” encompasses all the possibilities of knowledge and freedom and love …wide open spaces…arms wide open…eyes wide open…but as with all things, there is the inevitable opposite…wide open to attack …corruption …failure. What kind of fantasy is this? What does it really indicate? This juried show looks to explore this idea of “wide open” in all the hidden niches of our collective psyche.
Fee: $65
Deadline: January 17, 2011
http://artdeadline.com/artman2/publish/opportunities/WideOpen2.shtml

“Magic and the Brain”, Los Angeles, CA
Artists are encouraged to express their creativity to represent the relationship between the brain and magic.  Artists are encouraged to collaborate with individuals knowledgeable in neuroscience for factual detail and analysis, however their own interpretation of Magic and the Brain is acceptable without scientific validity. The objective is to highlight how deceptions of magic can parallel deception in our daily lives.
Fee: FREE!!
DEADLINE:  January 22, 2011
http://www.losangelesbrainbee.com/artcontest.html

“International Juried Art Exhibition”, A Gallery, Chelsea NY
The competition is open to all artists, national and international, working in all media. All forms of painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, graphics, digital and installation art, video, etc. are eligible. Entrants must be 18 years of age or older to apply. Wall mounted works must not be taller than 96″ no wider than 120″. Sculptural work must fit through a standard height, 36″wide entry door.
Fee: $30
Deadline: February 15, 2011
http://artdeadline.com/artman2/publish/opportunities/AGallery.shtml

The Viking Union Gallery is soliciting submissions for a Winter PostSecret themed exhibition “You’ve Got Secrets!”. Anyone and everyone is encouraged to submit one or multiple images/collages/works on a standard size postcard, and every single one will be included in the exhibit.

Secrets can be funny, serious, personal or random.
What is PostSecret?

The VU Gallery is also hosting a craft night with provided materials for your last chance to add a secret!
For more details, check out the Facebook event!
All submissions are due January 6 to the VU Gallery.

Check out these upcoming calls for art surrounding small artwork!

“Small Works, Big Presents”, White River Valley Museum, Auburn (near Seattle), WA
The White River Valley Museum and the City of Auburn Arts Commission are partnering to present a Small Works, Big Presents juried art show and sale and are seeking artist participation. Artwork submission is limited to a maximum frame dimension of 20” x 20”.  Artists of diverse mediums are encouraged to enter, but is limited to two-dimensional artwork.
Fee: $5 per work
Deadline: November, 7, 2010
http://www.auburnwa.gov/Assets/Parks/Small+works+brochure.pdf

“Neo-Kitsch: national small works showcase”, Arts West, Seattle, WA
Kitsch and camp are the new black if you haven’t heard, but more than just being the new “in” thing, ArtsWest Theater’s holiday show is A Tuna Christmas.  Nothing goes better with a fun night with the “24 citizens of the third smallest town in Texas,” than some little bits of sentimentality and the ‘thingamabobs’ from popular culture with a twist of cleverness and surprise.
Charles Krafft’s King of Kitsch is a fine example of neo-kitsch already accepted into the exhibition.  This small porcelain skull with a crown of Holland-style figurines in Delftware say collectible sweetness with a flourish of fun and wit.  Unlike your father’s kitsch, commentary on the masses is appreciated.
With this call we request small works 10” x 10” or smaller from 2D and 3D media, including nontraditional mediums.
Fee: $10 per work
Deadline: November 8, 2010
http://neokitsch.yolasite.com/

The 4th annual Tata Gala is seeking entries from illustrators, photographers, and designers, all in the name of supporting Breast Cancer Research. The final result will be a juried exhibition in Sarasota, FL and a “Best of the Breasts” show in New York, NY.

All work is due digitally by October 1st, 2010. This event looks like a lot of fun and all for a good cause, check out their website for all the juicy details.

The Lightbox Photographic Gallery in Astoria, Oregon is currently taking submissions for an upcoming Platinum show to accompany artist Ray Bidegain’s work, as well as alternative processes pieces! Take a look at their website for more information!

Platinum Deadline: July 15, 2010
Alternative Processes Deadline: July 21, 2010

Another great opportunity! Submitsubmitsubmit!