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Is social media for self-promotion over? Creatives reveal their honest thoughts

Creative Boom

In 2022, social media increasingly sucks for sharing content and finding work. Have you noticed how different social media feels at the moment? It's perhaps not surprising Alex has seen a lack of involvement in his content because other creatives feel less involved in social media overall. Image licensed via Adobe Stock.

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Paul Catherall's illustrations spark a new series of modernist matchboxes

Creative Boom

Illustrated by London printmaker and artist Paul Catherall , the packaging design strikes a happy balance between our love of Brutalism and bold linocuts. Donned in Paul Catherall's iconic style, it's a type of architecture that the artist knows only too well.

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May 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

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Lisa Ericson, “ Chariot “ Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. 3,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Featured The Hopper Prize is accepting entries for Spring 2024 artist grants. Deadline: 11:59 p.m.

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November 2023 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

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Mural by Adele Renault Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. 3,500 Artist Grants | The Hopper Prize Featured The Hopper Prize offers two awards of $3,500 and four of $1,000. Thirty artists will be selected for a shortlist.

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Maiyashu's new picture book explores how people relate to their hometowns in a breathtaking way

Creative Boom

New York-based artist Maiyashu delves into the relationships between people and their hometowns in I Will Always Be Here , a stunning new picture book that balances fantasy, whimsy, and mature reflection. What do you picture when you think of home? A building, your bedroom, or even just a feeling?

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February 2024 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Illustration by Marija Tiurina Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. The Susannah Kelly Art Award Featured The newly launched Susannah Kelly Art Award offers three $2,000 grants for artists working in drawing, painting, and sculpting.

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August 2022 Opportunities: Open Calls, Residencies, and Grants for Artists

Colossal

Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. Artists across genres, disciplines, and technologies are invited to imagine temporary and site-specific projects installed at Faena Beach during Miami Art Week 2022. Open Calls.

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