OPPORTUNITIES
TEXAS FURNITURE MAKERS SHOW
The 14th annual Texas Furniture Makers Show will be held Oct. 31-Nov. 30 at the Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, in Kerrville, TX. The exhibition showcases approximately 70 furniture pieces by Texas craftspersons in a formal gallery setting, with over $9,000 in prize money awarded. The entry deadline is Sept. 1. Entry forms and additional info will be available in July on the web site: www. kacckerrville.com or call: (830) 895-2911.
ESHERICK ‘birdhouse’ COMPETITI ON
The Wharton Esherick Museum in Paoli, PA hosts its 20th annual thematic Woodworking Competition/Exhibition. This year’s theme is Birdhouses, with the only requirement being that the piece be made of wood. Juried finalists will be exhibited at the museum (with the opportunity for sale), and cash awards will be presented. Entry deadline is July 1. For info, visit the website: www. whartonesherickmuseum.org, or call: (610) 644-5822.
HAWAI’I CRAFTSMEN
The Hawai’i Craftsmen host their 43rd annual Statewide Juried Exhibition, Oct. 10-Nov. 2, at the Honolulu Museum of Art School. The exhibit is open to all craft media by artists living on the islands. Jurying takes place in October. For info, visit the website: www. hawaiicraftsmen.org or call: (808) 521-3282.
CRAFT FORMS 2013
The Wayne Art Center in Wayne, PA is soliciting submissions for its 19th annual Craft Forms exhibition, Dec. 6-Jan. 25. This international juried event showcases American craft in all media, including wood, and over $4,000 in prizes and exhibition opportunities will be awarded. Entry deadline is Sept. 30. For info, visit the web site: www.craftforms.org/ or call: (610) 688-3553.
exploring language
The Sebastopol Center for the Arts in Sebastopol, CA presents ABZ etcetera, Sept. 12-Oct. 19. Open to all media, this juried show explores language—the use of letters, numbers, symbols, characters, text, books, and calligraphy, as well as images of graffiti, murals, and letter envelopes (Vermeer). Delivery date is Aug. 26. For info, visit the web site: www.sebarts.org or call: (707) 829-4797.
GREEN FURNITURE AWARDS
The 6th annual Green Furniture Awards recognize achievement in sustainable design, incorporating choice and sourcing of materials, production methods, efficient use of materials, and ways of disassembling and recycling. Over $13,000 in prize money will be awarded, with possibility for production. Entry deadline is Sept. 15. For info, visit the website: www.greenfurniture.se.
WORKS IN WOOD
The New Hope Arts Center in New Hope, PA hosts its annual Works in Wood, Nov. 9-Dec. 8. This annual exhibit features functional works, studio furniture, turnings, constructions, sculpture, and vessels. Entry deadline is Sept. 1. For info, visit the web site: www.newhopearts.org or call: (215) 862-9606.
NORTHWEST DESIGNER CRAFTSMEN
Northwest Designer Craftsmen is an organization promoting fine craftsmanship in a variety of craft media by artists residing in the Pacific Northwest. NWDC is accepting applications for new members through Oct. 1, with jurying taking place in November. For info, visit the website: www.nwdc-online.org.
national art competition
The Delta Center for the Arts in Stockton, CA hosts its 2D3D Works National Art Competition, Oct. 10-Nov. 7. The exhibition features work in all forms and media. Entry deadline is July 8, and cash awards will be presented. For info, visit the website: www. deltacollege.edu/div/finearts/dept/dca/gallery/call.htm.
ART INTER/NATIONAL
The Box Heart Gallery in Pittsburgh, PA hosts its 13th annual Art Inter/National Exhibition, Jan. 14-Mar. 14. This exhibit features artistic expression from all over the world in all media. Entry deadline is Nov. 1, and Best of Show will receive a solo show in 2015. For info, visit the website: www.boxheart.org or call: (412) 687-8858.
One Place For All Your Woodworking Needs
Serving the Professional Woodworker Since 1981
n Domestic & Imported Hardwood and Softwood n Wood Accessories n Mouldings—MDF & Hardwood n Plywood & Sheetgoods n Laminates n Over 65 Species of Veneer n n n n n n n Hinges, Drawer Slides Screws & Hardware Fine Hand Tools & Power Tools Finishing Products Adhesives & Abrasives Next Day Delivery Ample Parking
610 N. Santiago • Santa Ana, CA • T: 714-953-4000 • F: 714-953-0848
Store Hours: Monday-Friday: 7-5 • Saturday: 8-4:30
Woodworker West Page 18 July-August, 2013