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February 22, 2008

The Behance Network

Very cool networking site similar to LinkedIn, but for artistic types.

Behance Network :: Creative Portfolios, Projects, and Collaborations

The Behance Network is a platform for creative portfolios, projects and collaborations.

Represent your work professionally.
Build a dynamic portfolio of your latest projects, open to all or shared selectively.

Connect and collaborate in "circles."
Join or create groups of creative professionals, gathered around interests, to share content and ideas.

Discover job opportunities.
Behance's GigList features great work opportunities for creative professionals. Creative industry leaders are also able to mine the network for talent.

Share tips and industry knowledge.
Behance's Tip Exchange is a lively exchange of insights and helpful resources, all categorized and searchable.

Access resources that boost productivity.
The Behance ThinkTank features knowledge, interviews, and products for the creative professional community.


February 11, 2008

The Art List

A monthly newletter and searchable database listing upcoming art contests, competitions, and opportunities for visual artists and photographers. Unfortunately, you've got to pay for it. Fortunately, their main page has free press releases for available shows, and open calls.

THE ART LIST - Art Contests, Art Competitions, and Opportunities for Visual Artists and Photographers

For only $15 a year, you'll receive 12 months of access to TheArtList.com's website and art opportunities database. Our art opportunities database offers an extensive listing of over a hundred art opportunities, art contests, art competitions, and juried exhibitions for both visual artists and photographers.