Artists around the world are invited to apply to Auckland Print Studio’s 4th International Artist-in-Residence program, to collaboratively produce a suite of hand-printed lithographs. Having printmaking experience is not a requirement, thus all artists are welcome to apply. The Residency is scheduled for 13th December 2013 through 19th January 2014 and lasts 5 weeks. Shared accommodation and all printmaking materials are included. Trips to some of New Zealand’s famous west coast beaches are also an integral part of the residency!

Read more about Auckland Print Studio 4th Artist-in-Residence Program on Contest Watchers.

The Pictoplasma Berlin Festival is currently open for submissions for 2014 and inviting animators to submit their works for possible inclusion in the official screening programs. The Festival is open for international animations, short films, motion graphics, and experimental work, focussing on stylish and fresh character-driven visuals and narratives. Selected works will become part of the 2014 Pictoplasma Characters in Motion screenings — an integral part of the Pictoplasma Conference and Festival. Next year will mark the 10th edition of Pictoplasma with a new program of animation screenings and special premiers showcasing the very best of today’s characters in motion, with selected work ranging from music visuals, motion graphics, narrative shorts, experimental animation, and everything in between…

Read more about Pictoplasma Berlin Festival 2014 – Call for Submissions on Contest Watchers.