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Call for Artists | Urgencies (2021)
URGENCIES (2021) is the second instalment of a biennial group exhibition at CCA Derry~Londonderry, which will take place from 16 January–6 March 2021. This exhibition is selected from an open call, seeking to take the temperature of what artists working today consider to be urgent, with each instalment charting shifting concerns and generations of artists over time.
This call seeks artists in the earlier stages of their careers based in Northern Ireland or with a connection to the region, who address urgencies through their work, to apply. The artworks will be selected by CCA’s Director, Catherine Hemelryk and artist Locky Morris. Applications can consist of existing work or proposals for unrealised work.
Each selected artist will receive an exhibition fee, transport and in the case of unrealised works, a modest production budget. CCA will support artists curatorially and help connect artists looking to work with community groups at CCA or offsite.
Applications should demonstrate how the work is urgent and relates to CCA in this location in Derry~Londonderry at this time in history. Consider including information on the presentation of the work, equipment supplied or required and – for unrealised works, performances and pieces working with communities – include practical considerations and outline costs.
Due to the expected high number of applicants, CCA unfortunately cannot offer feedback on any unsuccessful applications.
To apply please complete the application form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form and email it with a current CV to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org using the subject heading URGENCIES (2021) APPLICATION + YOUR NAME by 1 October 2020, midnight, or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6RG
Application Form Word doc | PDF
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Word doc | PDF
Urgencies (2019) Artists: Bronagh Gallagher, Denise McShannon, Doireann Ní Ghrioghair, Hamish MacPherson, Laura O’Connor, Michelle Hall, Myriad Carten, Niamh McConaghy, Paddy McKeown and Soft Fiction Projects (Alessia Cargnelli and Emily McFarland).
CCA Derry~Londonderry is the leading art space dedicated to supporting emerging visual artists from Northern Ireland and their international peers. CCA is located within the historic city walls of Derry/Londonderry, the second city of Northern Ireland which sits on the border with the Republic of Ireland. CCA is artist-centred with projects featuring Benjamin de Burca & Barbara Wagner, Soft Fiction Projects, Ciara Philips, Mitch Conlon,, Catriona Leahy, Darren Nixon and many more. CCA is a member of the Plus Tate Network; you can read more about CCA at cca-derry-londonderry.org.
Research threads through many areas of CCA’s activity. CCA supports research-based practice in various forms: from academic inquiry and critical discourse to the interests, enthusiasms and urgencies of diverse constituents.
In 2019–22 CCA is developing its support of research practice through establishing a series of Associate Researchers. CCA will support researchers by providing access to our archives and networks, with the potential to develop longer-term projects with CCA and will feature on our Research page. In return, Research Associates will present their practice at CCA, bringing new audiences to their work as well as providing the opportunity to meet with the other CCA Research Associates.
This call is for the second cohort of around 5 Research Associates (with at least 2/5 from NI). Following our pilot year the term for Research Associates will be two years and there will be opportunity to interact with previous and future cohorts.
As a Research Associate, you will:
– feature on the CCA Research web page with links to your research
– have an opportunity to present your practice to CCA audiences
– access CCA networks and archives, opportunities to travel and meet people
– have use of CCA Workshop/Library
– CCA will support Research Associates to secure funding for travel/accommodation to join a public Associates Meetup at CCA
– have CCA as a critical friend and potential testing ground for outputs and impacts beyond academia
CCA is welcoming applications from artists with research-based practices, PhD candidates and other researchers based anywhere in the world with areas of interest that have a relevance to our region or programmes, however, we remain open to other applications.
To apply please email a covering letter, current CV, website/links, up to 5 images and/or texts and completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form with the subject heading 2021 RESEARCH ASSOCIATES by 1 October 2020 to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Word doc | PDF
CCA’s 2020 Research Associates are:
Renèe Helèna Brown
Alessia Cargnelli
Ciarán Ó Dochartaigh
Borbála Soós
Katharina Stadler
CCA has an online shop stocking our range of artists’ editions, publications, posters and more. We are planning to expand our selection to include limited runs of guest publications from Northern Ireland and beyond. By featuring new and diverse work in CCA’s online shop, we will be able to bring our audiences’ attention to spectacular work using the book format by artists and others.
We are looking for great publications to feature for limited two-month runs, on a profit-share basis. These may include artist publications, exhibition catalogues, critical writing and more.
If you would like to have your title considered to be one of our guest features, please email us at info@cca-derry-londonderry.org for details using the subject GUEST PUBLICATION
CCA Supports is a multi-stranded programme of activity to support artists to develop their practice.
CCA’s Workshop hosts CCA events, meetings and workshops throughout the year. CCA is designating four days per month to artists, curators, designers and others to use the Workshop space for free during our regular opening hours of Tuesday–Saturday 12–6pm. The space can be used as a temporary studio, performance space, for meetings or more. The Workshop has tables, chairs, sofa, tea and coffee making facilities and a sink (note: there is no trap on the sink so make sure any hazardous chemicals such as turps are disposed of safely).
If you would like to use CCA’s Workshop Space please email your desired date/s, completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and a one-page covering letter telling us how you will use the space and how it will benefit your practice to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading CCA SUPPORTS WORKSHOP SPACE APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Volunteers (Ad Hoc)
CCA is looking for Ad Hoc Volunteers to get involved with various areas of CCA’s work including exhibition installation and research. Ad Hoc Volunteers are sometimes a one-off extra pair of hands for an event, or a few days or weeks, depending on the needs of the project and the circumstances of the volunteer. While this is an opportunity for Ad Hoc Volunteers, CCA will soon be recruiting for our 8-week volunteer programme in 2019. Keep an eye on our website for information on how to apply in the coming months, if you are interested in getting involved longer-term.
As a volunteer you will receive instruction and guidance from CCA staff and will be trained to museum standards in whatever the task requires. We are looking for keen individuals with a passion for contemporary art and willingness to get involved; a desire to learn; professionalism; approachability and a positive attitude; a polite and patient demeanour; and good communication skills with a broad range of people from the general public to arts specialists.
To become an Ad Hoc Volunteer please complete this form and return it with your current CV and equal opportunities monitoring form either by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Or by email. Mark application subject line AD HOC VOLUNTEER APPLICATION, to: info@cca-derry-londonderry.org
Application Form Word doc | PDF
Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form Word doc | PDF
CCA is looking for graphic designers to call upon over the coming years for various pieces of design work that may range from artist publications to stationery,GIFs or web design.
If you are a graphic designer and would like to show us your portfolio, please email your CV, completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and a one-page covering letter listing your skills, competencies, and achievements and names and contact details of two referees to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading GRAPHIC DESIGNER APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG
Call for Artist Educators
We are looking to increase our roster of artists to lead inspirational workshops to explore ideas in creative ways as part of our public programmes. We run artist-led workshops for local schools and more, introducing ideas and creative practices to a wide range of constituents.
If you are an artist based in Northern Ireland and would like to join our roster, please email your CV completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, and a one-page covering letter listing your skills, competencies, and achievements and names and contact details of two referees to info@cca-derry-londonderry.org with the subject heading ARTIST EDUCATOR APPLICATION or by post to:
Mel Bradley
Administrator
CCA Derry~Londonderry
10–12 Artillery Street
Derry~Londonderry
BT48 6TG