Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival

Two Deadlines: {ONLINE}

Jan 12, 2015
Jan 19, 2015 [late]


Chicago Botanic Garden Art Festival
Glencoe, IL
July 3, 2015 to July 5, 2015



This one-of-a-kind art festival brings botanic-themed and botanic-made photography, paintings, ceramics, cement, metal, fiber, wood, jewelry, and other pieces to the Chicago Botanic Garden.

Festival Eligibility
1. All artwork submitted to the jury process, displayed and presented for sale must be designed and executed by the accepted artist.
2. Artist certifies that jury images submitted represent his/her current original work.
3. Art collaborators that produce a single product may qualify as a single exhibitor. Such a team may not consist up to two people. If you enter as a collaboration, it must be clearly noted on the application and the collaborative effort must be clearly defined. Both artists must be present during all festival hours.
4. No work by apprentices or employees will be accepted.
5. Buy/sell vendors are strictly prohibited for all or part of an artist’s booth.
6. Artwork created from commercial molds, mass-produced kits, embellished objects or other commercial methods or artwork produced in studios involved in volume production will not be permitted.
7. Work made from ready-made items like clothing, glassware, furniture, etc. with painted, dyed or added embellishments will not be accepted.

Categories

2D – Original, two-dimensional work including graphite, charcoal, chalk, pastels, wax crayon, inks, and washes. All work must be framed and finished. 2D Artists must have panels in your booth.

3D Functional – Dimensional work that has a function – such as wearable fiber or wood furniture.

3D Non Functional – Art that serves an aesthetic not functional purpose. Generally “sculptures.”

Painting – Original, two-dimensional work created with pigment, including oils, acrylics, watercolor, egg tempura, etc.

Photography – Signed prints created by the artist from his/her own original negative or digital files that have been processed by that artist or under the artist’s direct supervision.

Jewelry – All jewelry, whether the work is produced from metal, glass, clay, fiber, paper, plastic or other materials, must be entered in this category. No commercial cast, molds or production studio work is allowed.


Jury and Selection Process

The jurors’ panel consists of jurors selected for their in-depth knowledge and experience. A diversity of backgrounds and skills including: working artists, educators, fine art and craft gallery owners, and museum directors/curators. It is the policy of the festival to select a new panel of jurors for each year to allow for a fresh perspective and to give applicants a fair chance for entry.

All applications are viewed anonymously. The artists accepted into each category are based on their total combined score of the jurors. The top scoring artists are invited to participate in the show.

The artistic work submitted by each artist is juried based on the criteria listed below:
• Body of Work: How well the images represent a point of view
• Artistic Theme: design, vision, creativity
• Technical Competence: technique, skill, degree of difficulty, mastery of materials used


Jury and Exhibit Space Fees

$35 Jury Fee (non-refundable)

$655 Exhibit Space Fee (half due upon acceptance)


Visit website for complete details including link to online application service: www.chicagobotanicgardenartfestival.com



Chicago Botanic Garden
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL 60022
Main: (847) 835-5440
Member: (847) 835-8215

2015 North Carolina Artists Exhibition

Deadline: January 12, 2015 {ONLINE}



2015 North Carolina Artists Exhibition
Raleigh Fine Arts Society
Duke Energy Center for the Performing Arts
Betty Ray McCain Gallery
Raleigh, NC
March 1 - April 23, 2015



Eligibility: North Carolina Residents

North Carolina residents ages 18 and over are eligible to submit two original works created within the last two years. Art exhibited in previous RFAS exhibitions are ineligible. All work must be the sole work and exclusive property of the artist.


Specification for Submitted Art Work

The maximum dimension of a single work, sculpture included, is 72 inches (including frame), and it should weigh no more than 200 pounds. Image size and frame size must be specified.


Purchases: All art must be available for purchase. RFAS receives a commission of 30%. Sale prices are firm


Entry Fee: $35.00. Payment will be accepted online using PayPal.


Juror: Herb Jackson, award-winning artist and a native of Raleigh, Professor of Art at Davidson College and former Chair of the Art Department.


Awards:

The Juror will present Honorable Mention awards, three $1,000 Juror's Choice awards, and a Grand Prize of $3,000. Art will not be separated into categories for judging.



Visit website for complete prospectus including link to online application: http://www.raleighfinearts.org/exhibit-prospectus

American Made Show 2015

Deadline: January 12, 2015 {ONLINE}


American Made Show 2015
(formerly Buyers Market of American Craft)
Walter E. Washington Convention Center
Washington. DC
January 16 - 19, 2015



Each new exhibitor for us is a valued partner in a long-term relationship. The American Made Show will only review work that is designed and produced in the United States or Canada.

The American Made Show offers lifetime tenure to its exhibitors, as long as you continue to participate in the show each year and your work remains consistent. You will automatically receive a new contract each year; return it by the deadline and you will be guaranteed a booth.

Rules/Regulations
Application Criteria

Applications reviews for the 2015 American Made Show begin May 1, 2014 and occur every 2 weeks thereafter as space allows. Applicants will be notified of their status by mail immediately following review. If accepted, contracts must be returned with deposit within 14 days to secure their participation. Booth selection for new exhibitors will begin on June 15, 2014, and booth confirmations will be mailed in July.

The American Made Show’s unique selection process for first-time exhibiting artists may seem a bit overwhelming. The information you provide helps us determine how much support and information you will need to be successful.

The American Made Show will only review work that is designed and produced in the United States or Canada. Additional criteria include:
•You must design and supervise the work produced in your studio
•You are required to exhibit in person
•You must be a tax-paying resident of the U.S. or Canada
•You must supply high-quality digital images


Merit Awards Scholarship

This program gives emerging artists the opportunity to get their careers off the ground and enter the wholesale marketplace more quickly. Merit Award winners are responsible for the $750 booth deposit only – the remainder of their 10 x 10 booth is free.

A very limited number of Merit Awards are available. Acceptance to the American Made Show does not constitute receiving a Merit Award; an additional results letter will be issued to Merit Award applicants.

Criteria for selection:

1) Innovative design ideas

2) Creativity of work

3) Market viability of work

4) Artist must be NEW to the wholesale marketplace

You must complete the Merit Award portion of the application to be considered. Submission deadline for Merit Award: Monday, September 8, 2014.


Visit website for complete details including link to online application: http://americanmadeshow.com/



The Rosen Group
3000 Chestnut Ave
Suite 300
Baltimore MD 21211

Phone: 800.432.7238

Email: info@rosengrp.com

Buyers Market of American Craft

Deadline: January 12, 2014 (ONLINE)


Buyers Market of American Craft
The Rosen Group Inc.
Pennsylvania Convention Center
Halls D & E
Philadelphia, PA
January 18 - 21, 2014



General Information

Each new exhibitor for us is a valued partner in a long-term relationship. The Buyers Market of American Craft will only review work that is designed and produced in the United States or Canada.

The Buyers Market offers lifetime tenure to its exhibitors, as long as you continue to participate in the show each year and your work remains consistent. You will automatically receive a new contract each year; return it by the deadline and you will be guaranteed a booth.

Other amenities:

•Show floor divided by medium
•Freight & material handling services
•Free educational seminars
•Freight storage
•Extensive print advertising & direct mail for buyers
•On-site photography
•Fashion show for wearable fiber artists


Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis as space remains available.

The Buyers Market of American Craft additional criteria include:

•You must design and supervise the work produced in your studio
•You are required to exhibit in person
•You must be a tax-paying resident of the U.S. or Canada
•You must supply high-quality digital images


Booth Information

Your booth fee includes:
•8’ gray draped walls
•Chair
•Booth Sign
•Buyers Guide Listing
•Online Listing
•Free promotional stickers and brochures


2014 Booth Prices*

5x10 / 50 SF = $1325 (new exhibitors only)
10x10 / 100 SF = $2250
10x15 / 150 SF = $2850
10x20 / 200 SF = $3750
10x30 / 300 SF = $5565

Corners = add'l $250 each

*NOTE: Booth fees do NOT include electrical service (required), material handling / drayage, labor, decoration or mandatory floor covering (floor covering can be rented or supplied by artist).

New Exhibitors: A limited number of 5x10 spaces are available to artists new to the Buyers Market. These booths are located together in the center aisle of the floor; they are not divided by medium and do not participate in the Friday Jewelry Preview.

Review the downloadable Prospectus: http://issuu.com/americanstyle/docs/2014exhibitorprospectus

Visit website for more information: http://americanmadeshow.com

Apply Online via ZAPP: www.zapplication.org


The Rosen Group
3000 Chestnut Street, Suite 300
Baltimore, MD 21311
800-432-7238
info@rosengrp.com

I Wear My Heart On My Tee

Deadline: 12 January 2011 (RECEIVE) Or (EMAIL)

I Wear My Heart On My Tee
Town Hall Gallery
Hawthorn VIC
Australia
2 March to 26 March, 2011


Philosophy of the exhibition:

The humble t-shirt has come a long way from being just a simple undergarment. It now tells people how we feel, what we think and where we stand on issues. Often the t-shirt says more about us than what we speak verbally. Anything is possible on the t-shirt and owning them can be very addictive. For many of us, looking through our collection of t-shirts, we can see ones
that we wear at special times. There are also the t-shirts that are so old and full of holes that we should throw out but because of the memories they hold, we simply can’t. I wear my heart on my tee is a celebration of the t-shirt as an artists canvas and will showcase fun, kooky and inspiring design from Melbourne based artists/designers and fashion labels.

It is envisaged that the gallery will be plastered with hundreds of t-shirts, some shown on the walls, others folded and some on mannequins. The opening night will also see a small parade of t-shirts along with some performances, making it a night to remember.

Things you need to know: (truncated)
 All works to be for sale.
 Town Hall Gallery takes 20% commission on sales.
 Artists included the exhibition can provide up to 30 t-shirts each. These may be of various designs or of a few designs with a size range included (XS,S,M,L,XL)
 We are looking for submissions of t-shirts that would fit male, female and children.
 People will be able to purchase their t-shirts and take them home straight away, so artists will have the opportunity to replenish stock.
 Town Hall Gallery will be responsible for installing the exhibition, you just need to provide the work!
 Anything goes on a t-shirt! There is no theme, just great looking t-shirts!

Download brief/application form: Artist_brief_t-shirt_2011.pdf

For more information please contact:
Mardi Nowak, Curator
Ph: 03 9278 4775
Email: mardi.nowak@boroondara.vic.gov.au
www.townhallgallery.blogspot.com