Transforming the Elements: Earth, Water, Fire & Air

Deadline: March 7, 2008 (RECEIVE)

Transforming the Elements: Earth, Water, Fire & Air
Artisans Center of Virginia
Waynesboro, VA
May 15 – June 25, 2008

The concepts of earth, water, fire and air have both philosophical and intellectual associations. The elements are symbols which refer to properties that add to our experience by reminding us how we feel in the presence of nature. The very essence of our relationship to the elements is in harmony with the creative process, for it has a direct correlation to design, materials, color choices and most importantly, is linked to state of mind of the artist as creator.

Examples:
Earth - square, green, strength, abundance, stability
Water - circle, blue, emotions, wisdom, the soul
Fire - triangle, red, energy, inspiration, passion
Air - semi circle, yellow, intellect, communication

The exhibition seeks to feature artists who creatively articulate their connection to the elements.
Eligible Work:
Open to all artists residing in the United States. All fine craft media will be considered (please no “2D” fine art, photography or paintings). Conventional craft media can be combined with other materials including recyclables. Submissions must be original in design and should be work completed in the last 2 years.

Juror:
Mark Newport M.F.A., Head of Fibers – Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan

Awards: Best in Show - $750 First Place - $500 Second Place - $250

Fee: $25.00.
All entries must be “show ready” and complete.
Up to three submissions will be accepted per entry fee.

Sales commission rate is 60% artist-40% gallery. All work should be for sale and is insured while on the premises for 60% of the retail price.

Download prospectus for complete details: Elements-prospectus_000.pdf

Artisans Center of Virginia is the official state craft center of Virginia.

Artisans Center of Virginia
801 West Broad Street
Waynesboro, VA 22980
540-946-3294
ACV@ntelos.net
http://www.artisanscenterofvirginia.org/