The Fruity Show, an Art Doll exhibition, is calling for participants. Let your creativity loose with anything at all, from fabric, crayons, markers, glitter with the only rule that the doll has to have a fruit for a head. All artworks wil be exhibited at The Pigeonhole at Duxton Hill. The dateline for submissions ends 18 September 2011. For more information and updates, please check out Red Dot Workshop on Facebook. Thanks Sooz for the info. 
call for submission
05
Sep 11
Fruity Show – Call for Submissions
15
Mar 11
Call for Submission – Book Illustrators’ Gallery (BIG)
As part of the Asian Festival of Children Content ( AFCC) happening from May 26th to 28th, its organisers the Art House Singapore and National Book Development Council of Singapore (NBDCS) are inviting illustrators to contribute to the Book Illustrators’ Gallery (BIG), an exhibition showcase as part of the 3 day event.
Eligible illustrations include those which have been published in children’s books, audio/video products, comics/graphic novels, games, or are standalone works. Basic logistics like technical support and publicity will be handled by the festival, while the artist bears the cost of resizing the illustrations, sending and collection of their own artwork.
The deadline for entries ends on the 31st of March. A maximum of 5 pieces of artwork will be accepted. Please send selected artwork in the following format for consideration :
18
Jan 11
OOH Open House – call for entries
OOH Open House
OIC is proud to announce a mini art show in collaboration with A Curious Teepee- a tribute to the Bienalle’s theme of “Open House”.
We are looking for amazing illustrators who serves up fresh and tasty works. Share with us art that has savory wit, saccharin sweet using vivid palettes, generously sprinkled it with happiness and positivity!
We will be waiting with baited breath for your submissions.
Its a great way to kickstart of the awesome year that will be 2011!
Theme : “Open House”
Lets:
let your artwork breathe wholesome goodness.
Anything witty, fun and happy and dare we even say a little bit of kitsch!
Lets Not:
Look back into the deep abyss we call the dark side.
Not let those tormented souls and offensive religious art of any form be at this playground.
Size and Specifications:
210mm x 210mm – SQUARE FORMAT
Natural media and non-digital preferred
No sculpture or any 3D artwork please!
We love your drawings!
Deadline:
Email preview jpg for curation by 10th Feb 2011, 2359 hrs
Final artwork delivery by 14 February 2011 ( For selected artworks only- Place and details will be notified by email )
Where:
Selected Artwork will be showcased and be sold at Curious Teepee store at *Scape. More details on show dates/ sale procedures coming soon.
How to take part:-
REGISTRATION NOW
Open to all who loves drawing -artists, doodlers, illustrators, hobbyists, students, register here asap:
http://www.oicsingapore.com/event-rsvp.php?id=28
Email us a clear 560x560pixel jpg latest by 10Feb 2359hrs. Submission of jpg does not guarantee acceptance.
Email to >>>> info “at” oicsingapore.com
Subject “OOH Open House” artwork preview
13
Sep 10
OIC presents “WHITE FRAMES”
As part of our 4th anniversary celebration- we are inviting YOU to join in the fun by showcasing your work – HAND DRAWN and FRAMED in WHITE.
Your artwork will be shown and sold at MAAD Market ( 2nd Oct ) and OIC’s corner at The National Art Gallery event ( 9th – 10th Oct ).
Sales proceeds goes to the artist (OIC will take a handling fee to cover cost)
http://nationalartgallery.sg/openhouse/
How to take part:-
REGISTRATION
Open to all who loves drawing -artists, doodlers, illustrators, hobbyists, students, register here asap:
http://oicsingapore.com/event-rsvp.php?id=20
APPROVAL OF ARTWORK
Subject- Anything! Whatever makes you enjoy drawing- paint or draw that! ( usual disclaimer on indecency/ religious harmony and loving thy neighbour applies! )
Must be Hand Drawn art. Any medium. Maximum of 4 artwork can be submiited by each artist.
Email us a clear jpg by 28th Sept 2359hrs – so that we can curate the display and ensure quality control. We will reply promptly once accepted and give you info on where to sent your framed artwork. Submission of jpg does not guarantee acceptance.
Email to >>>> info “at” oicsingapore.com
Subject “White Frames”
SENDING FINAL ARTWORK
Size – WHITE frame of any design/ no bigger than A4 size/ self standing preferred.
Indicate name/ title/ price as shown above. ( price range should be from S$40 to S$400 )
Kindly frame your approved artwork and sent it to us at the address below.
Date:
Friday Oct 1st 2010, 12noon to 7pm only
Where:
Woods in The Books
( http://www.woodsinthebooks.sg/ )
58,Club Street
Singapore 069433
map- http://bit.ly/woodsinthebooks
Only artists whose artwork we have seen and approved via email will be accepted. We reserve the right to reject shoddy work as we see fit.
Return of Artwork & payment at Nov 6th at MAAD 3pm -5pm
1. Unsold work will be returned via self collection at MAAD as stated above.
2. There is a handling charge for artwork sold of 25% to help us cover cost. All sale poceeds/ money due to artists will be settled at MAAD as stated above.
Disclaimer – We will try our very best to handle all artwork with respect and care but we will not be liable for loss or damage due to unforeseen circumstances.
Taking part in this event means you have agree to the above terms.
Call Michael at 96806572 if you have any more questions. ( updated 27th Sept 2010 )
Tags: oicsingapore, ORGANISATION OF ILLUSTRATORS COUNCIL, OIC4th, organisationofillustratorscouncil, Singapore Illustrator, OIC anniversary, White frames
08
Sep 10
SilkAir Explorers
Got a travel story to share? Do just that and stand a chance to win one year’s worth of air tickets to travel around exotic Asian destinations for one full year. Create your travel journal on SilkAir Explorers and you could be on your way to a journey of a lifetime. What’s not to love about that? Here’s the link:
http://www.silkairexplorers.com/light/index.php
Join the contest & vote for each other too!
Kuanth, Sok Kuan, and Don’s work have been used by SilkAir to promote the event. See also one of the journals blown up to life size!!
SilkAir Explorer made life size
Or better yet, come and support us & spread the love!
Here are the dates:
• 10 -12 Sep: Marina Square, Marina Court (Kochi)
• 22-26 Sep: Vivo City, East Court (Kochi & Kathmandu)
• 7-8 Oct: Chevron House, Column Space (Kathmandu)
28
Jun 10
OIC 4th Anniversary roll-call
Deadline has been extended to 9th August 2010 2359hrs. If you want to submit more entries- you are most welcome to do so- we will pick the best entries. Please follow the instructions- don’t sent us file attachments! Use download links.
We have received many entries! Thanks for the overwhelming response! ( Added – 2nd August 2010 )
Calling all drawers, doodlers, hobbyists and illustrators in Singapore- pls sign up and participate!!
( Listed above are some examples as samples only )
We are stepping up the gears to celebrate our 4th Anniversary by kick starting an exciting project and roll-call.
If you love illustrating- we want to know you!!
Submit your artwork and be seen in this NEW OICsingapore’s latest project to make Singapore based illustrators seen and heard!!
This new platform will be scheduled for launch very close to our anniversary on 18th Oct 2010. More info coming soon.
About the new platform:
We will feature the artwork of as many good/ upcoming/ interesting illustrators as we can find in this roll-call
Each artwork will also feature links to the artists website and some useful info about the illustrators.
This new platform is an on going exercise and will provide many hits and publicity when launched.
How to take part:
Register you name and info here to take part: http://www.oicsingapore.com/event-rsvp.php?id=12
Direct link for registration if you are totally new to OIC: http://www.oicsingapore.com/event-reg.php?id=12
Download the zipped folder below and follow the instructions. Please post questions in the comments section and we will revert asap.
http://oicsingapore.com/project/OIC_artistName_rev0709.zip Apologies for inconvenience caused ( updated 2010/07/12 )
Minimum requirements:
- This call for entries is open to all budding students/ hobbyist/ professional illustrators residing and practicing in Singapore.
- No age limit.
- You can submit maximum 3 entries per artist based on any combination of the listed themes.
Theme: Cute/ Fashion/ Action/ Surreal/ Cityscape/ Futuristic/ Others ( Pick a theme for each artwork ) You can submit as many as you want- we will pick the best 3 for now. That said we will try to showcase as many good artwork as we can. - New Artwork preferred.
- Artwork must be submitted as instructed and in the stated formats and sizes. Read the instructions.
We need to include 1 more size- 1024 x 1024 pixels. Template has been updated . Export your art was OPTIMIZED for web ( See this tutorial if you are not sure- http://inobscuro.com/tutorials/read/35/ ) .
Recommend web sizes for the 3 jpgs at 72dpi - ( small – less than 120k/ mid – less than 500k / big – less than 600k ) - Its is a good practice to make sure your original artwork is at least A3 size at 300dpi in case we manage to secure a space to do an exhibition to feature your work. ( added 2010/07/07 )
- Each artist must have a proper dedicated folio blog/ website of illustrated works ( tumblr/ blogger or wordpress or a website. No Deviant gallery please.) with contact info ( email address / hp number etc )
- Only selected works will be featured on our final “project” based on careful evaluation by OIC’s selection panel to ensure quality control. This clause is only added to assure participants we hope to uphold quality and good work.
- Closing date is 31st July 2010 2359hrs
- We are dropping the GREY bar and please keep your text to 1 LINE. ( added 2010/07/09 )
- Email your artwork DOWNLOAD links/ url to ( updated 2010/07/12 ) :
mailto: “for4th@oicsingapore.com”
subject: ” OIC RollCall 2010 ”
Thanks for taking part in this project.
Please spread the word and the good drawing vibes. Retweet and blog about this like mad 
!! thanks ( Updated 2010/07/04 )
01
May 10
Call for submissions from Singapore artists – Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Art prize
Mr. Jack’s great passion was making whiskey. He spent a long time crafting every drop, giving his whiskey a distinctive character that’s known the world over.
Now it’s your turn to share your passion.
Jack Daniel’s invites you to create a unique piece of art using one of our handcrafted single barrels. The barrel is your canvas, to do with what you will. Check out the attached short film. Let your imagination run wild. Then submit your concept to singlebarrelart@lynchburg.jackdaniels.com by 13th May 2010.
See more info here:
Jack Daniel’s Single Barrel Art Prize – share your talent !!! « Artprojx
This is a lead passed from Marcus Lim via NAC – Thanks Marcus.
07
Apr 10
Call for folio submission for TVC work
“AGENCY LOOKING FOR SINGAPORE BASED ILLUSTRATORS TO WORK ON A TELEVISION COMMERCIAL TO BE BROADCASTED ON NATIONAL TELEVISION!”
International agency looking at using illustrations to create an edgy commercial, something that has yet to be seen on television in Singapore.
This would a great opportunity and platform to showcase your talents.
This TVC is centered around people, sports and activities, at the same time we are not looking for wholesome clean cut style, something “edgy” is what we are looking for.
Example of “edgy ” – Take a look at this video from Animatrix “World Record”
We are currently exploring many different styles of illustrations so please do send us a few examples of what you can do!
Interested parties can drop us an email of a short write up about yourself and your portfolio of works. Do include your contact info ( hp number, email address, Website /Web Folio )
Please use http://www.mediafire.com/ or http://www.yousendit.com/ if you need to attachment sample files.
No file attachments above 1mb will be entertained.
Email: folio_submission@oicsingapore.com
Closing Date: 19th April 2010
