BYE Almanac: February 2024
BYE Almanac: February 2024
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Fine & Digital Art
Curating Collage Workshop 2024 - Until: February 18, 2024
A five-week virtual workshop focusing on art curation with an emphasis on collage techniques. Learn more
Mosaic Art: Beginner to Advanced (Online) - Starts: April 2, 2024
Online course offering modern mosaic techniques for all skill levels. Learn more
Sarah Maldoror: Tricontinental Cinema - Until: April 28, 2024
An exhibition at Wexner Center for the Arts, Ohio, celebrating women’s and African cinema. Learn more
CICA New Media Art Conference and Exhibitions 2024 - Submissions Close: February 9, 2024
Engage with new media art discussions and showcase your work. Learn more
Hong Kong International AR Art Fair 2024 - Submission Deadline: April 4, 2024
A digital art showcase in Hong Kong and virtually for artists to present their work. Learn more
The Lowry's Scratch Nights X Galleries Callout for Artists - Event Date: May 9, 2024
Opportunity for artists to present new work at The Lowry, Salford. Learn more
Onassis AiR – 2024–25 Residencies and Fellowships - Deadline: March 4, 2024
A residency program in Athens, Greece offering a monthly fee, research budget, housing, and travel. Learn more
Tulsa Artist Fellowship - Deadline: February 28, 2024
Offering $1.95 million in support for artists in Tulsa, Oklahoma, from 2025 to 2027. Learn more
Music & Audio
Studio's AI-Powered Online School for Musicians
An innovative platform offering personalized curriculums for musicians, leveraging AI with lessons from over 110 artists across genres for a flexible learning experience. Learn more
Saffron and Black Artist Database Workshops
Free online workshops for women, trans, and non-binary individuals focusing on music production, accessible to Saffron’s community members. Learn more
Music Festivals February 2024
A comprehensive list of music festivals happening in February 2024, with some providing live streaming for a global audience. Learn more
Best Music Festivals of 2024
Guide to the major music festivals of 2024, highlighting events with potential online streaming access for international attendees. Learn more
AMP Awards for Music & Sound 2024 - Entry Deadline: March 1, 2024
Competition celebrating excellence in music and sound for brands, inviting entries. Learn more
WKMS Battle of the Bands 2024 - Submission Deadline: February 29, 2024
A competition for bands to submit their original song for a chance to win prizes. Learn more
Ghana Music Awards 2024 - Deadline: February 29, 2024
Call for music submissions from artists who released music between January 1 and December 31, 2023. Learn more
Game Audio Network Guild
Job opportunities in the audio and game audio fields, including positions for composers, sound designers, and audio engineers. Learn more
MusicRow’s Job Board
A platform for job postings in the music industry, catering to various positions. Learn more
Ditto Music's Guide to Music Funding
A comprehensive guide providing a list of grants available for musicians globally. Learn more
Digital Music News on Grants for Musicians
Information on the availability and types of grants for musicians in 2024. Learn more
Villa Albertine Residencies and Grants
Exploratory residencies and grants for artists and creators, including opportunities in classical music. Still a lot of time left for most of their grants! Learn more
Creative Writing
The Art of Short Fiction: An Online Workshop - February 16 to March 15, 2024
A workshop dedicated to exploring short fiction through practical exercises and peer discussions. Learn more
Sackett Street Writers Workshops
Choose from a plethora of online workshops about everything creative and non-fiction writing. Workshops span anywhere from 6-20 weeks with industry professionals that help you learn how to write. Learn more
AWP Conference & Bookfair 2024 - February 7–10, 2024
The premier gathering for writers and literary enthusiasts in Kansas City, Missouri. Learn more
2024 Write-ins by Writers League of Texas - Throughout February 2024
Virtual writing meet-ups offering a supportive environment for writers. Learn more
Split Scream - Submission Deadline: February 14, 2024
Horror novelette submissions with $150 upfront payment and 40% royalties. Learn more
The de Groot Foundation LANDO Grants for Writers - Deadline: February 5, 2024
Grants focusing on works related to migration, immigration, or the refugee experience. Learn more
Matthew Strother Center for The Examined Life – Residency Programs - Deadline: February 29, 2024
A 10-day residency in Catskill, New York, emphasizing a low-technology environment for writers. Learn more
The Kerouac Project - Deadline: April 14, 2024
Six residencies annually for writers in Jack Kerouac's former home, including utilities and a $600 food stipend. Learn more
Villa Albertine Residencies and Grants - Deadlines Vary, Early Deadline: February 25, 2024
Supports French-American artistic collaborations, including the Etant donnés grants for artistic projects. Learn more
Photography
Phlorography Online 2024 (PO24)
A comprehensive program dedicated to floral photography, featuring courses by Donna Eaton, Ellen Anon, Hazel Meredith, and others, designed to enhance skills and creativity in capturing the beauty of flora. Learn more
ExpertPhotography's Photography for Beginners
A beginner-friendly course led by Josh Dunlop, covering the essentials of photography across four modules, perfect for those new to the craft. Learn more
Out of Chicago LIVE! 2024 - February 9-11, 2024
An online global photography conference with over 100 sessions from more than 50 world-class photographers, offering a rich learning experience. Learn more
The Photography & Video Show 2024 - March 16-19, 2024
Taking place in Birmingham, this event features over 350 seminars and live demos, providing an opportunity to engage with industry legends and explore products from over 250 brands. Learn more
2024 International Photography Competition - February 5 until May 5, 2024
Hosted by the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, this competition invites global submissions across various categories, welcoming photographers worldwide. Learn more
NYC4PA Colors of the Commonplace - Deadline: February 11, 2024
A call for entries that emphasizes the impact of color in everyday objects, encouraging photographers to capture the ordinary in extraordinary ways. Learn more
“Into the Dark" - Free Entry $1000 Award - Deadline: February 6, 2024
An international competition inviting artists to explore the theme "Into the Dark" through photography and other mediums, featuring a grand prize of $1,000 with free entry. Learn more
Mountain Plains Contemporary Art Biennial - Deadline: February 8, 2024
An exhibition opportunity for artists in the Mountain-Plains region of the US, seeking submissions in all contemporary media, including photography, with $3,500 in awards. Learn more
Film and Cinematography
IMCINE Free Cinematography Workshops (2024)
Free online workshops covering film distribution and cinematographic language, ideal for film enthusiasts and aspiring filmmakers. Learn more
VFS Introduction to Cinematography
A eight-week online course from Vancouver Film School, focusing on camera and lighting techniques to enhance cinematography storytelling skills for beginners and intermediates. Learn more
Film/Video at Wexner Center for the Arts
Annual screenings of over 200 independent films, international cinema, documentaries, and classics, including filmmaker appearances. Learn more
Symposium of the 2024 FIAF Congress
Discussion on film archiving challenges and strategies in the Global South, occurring at the FIAF Congress in Bangkok. Learn more
kNOwBOX dance Film Festival 2024 - Submissions Open Until: June 1, 2024
Invites dance film submissions for awards, offering monetary honorariums and promotion opportunities. Learn more
2024 Nature Connection Pitch at Mountainfilm Festival
Grants for short documentaries on environmental stories, emphasizing diverse storytellers, with training for finalists and up to $25,000 in awards. Learn more
DePaul University Professional Lecturer Position
Seeking a lecturer in Cinematography/Lighting for Film & Television for the 2024-2025 academic year, focusing on diversity and inclusion in Chicago. Learn more
BFI Internship Program 2024
Internships at the British Film Institute, offering mentorship and networking opportunities for film enthusiasts and students. Learn more
Voice Theatre New York
Production personnel opportunities for its 2024 Season, including Stage Manager and Technical Director roles. Learn more
Creative Capital 2025 Awards Open Call - March 4 to April 4, 2024
They just announced the winners of this years edition, with a total of $2.5 million in grants to 54 artists for innovative projects in visual arts and film/moving image, with up to $50,000 per project, professional development, and community-building opportunities. Get ready to submit your work for next year’s edition! Learn more
Ford Foundation JustFilms Grants
Over $4.2 million to support 59 new documentary projects on social justice, backing content addressing critical social issues. Learn more
The Whickers Film & TV Funding Award 2024
Up to £100,000 for emerging filmmakers worldwide for director-led documentaries, plus a £20,000 development award for the runner-up. Learn more
Adobe Film & TV Inclusion Fund
Financial support to accelerate careers of underrepresented and emerging creators in film and TV, focusing on Latinx creators, people with disabilities, Asian Pacific creators, and more. Learn more
We hope you enjoyed our first BYE Almanac. We’ll see you again next month!