Deadline: October 15, 2007
PUNCH + SOIL
International Juried Exhibition
December 6-30, 2007
PUNCH Gallery and SOIL present an international juried exhibition taking place December 2007. Located in the Pioneer Square area of downtown Seattle in the Tashiro-Kaplan Building, both galleries provide tremendous exposure within the Northwest regional art scene.
Artists from any country may submit work in any medium. There is no limit to the number of entries. In addition to traditional 2-D and 3-D works, artists are encouraged to submit work in new media, video, sound, or installation. Complicated installation procedures may require the artist to assist with installation. Members of PUNCH and SOIL are not eligible to enter.
The juror, Eric Fredericksen, will utilize both spaces of these high-profile galleries to create two complementary exhibitions which present a diverse range of media and concepts from around the world.
Juror
Eric Fredericksen
Director of Western Bridge, Seattle, WA
Awards
Cash award(s) determined by number of entries will be distributed at the juror's discretion.
Entry fees
• $15 first two images
• $5 per additional image
Fees are nonrefundable and must be paid via PayPal (PayPal account is not required).
Sales
PUNCH and SOIL will retain a 30% commission on all artwork sales.
Size Limitation
Work must be able to fit through our front door (81"x40").
Insurance
Every precaution will be taken to assure that your work is handled with utmost care and respect during installation and throughout the run of the exhibition. However, it is the artist's responsibility to carry insurance for any of their works in the exhibition. PUNCH and SOIL will not be responsible for damage, theft or loss of any kind.
Questions
Need more info? Send us an email at art@punchgallery.org.
Visit the website: http://www.punchgallery.org/juried2007/index.html
Thursday, August 23, 2007
QUILT VISIONS 2008
Deadline: January 12, 2008 (RECEIVE)
QUILT VISIONS 2008
OCEANSIDE MUSEUM OF ART
November 9, 2008 -- January 15, 2009
OCEANSIDE MUSEUM OF ART
November 9, 2008 -- January 15, 2009
QUILT VISIONS 2008 is a juried exhibition of quilts celebrating the art of the quilt. Jurors will select the quilts from slides of work submitted for consideration. Preliminary selection will be fi nalized when the quilts are received for photography. A full color catalog of the exhibition will be published. Cash recognition awards will be presented.
JURORS
Don Bacigalupi is Director of the Toledo Museum of Art in Toledo, Ohio. He has an extensive background in post-War American art, popular culture and critical theory.
Judith Content is a full-time studio artist with more than 25 years experience. She has shown nationally in exhibitions such as Quilt Visions and the 2007 Quilt National. She is the President of the Studio Art Quilt Associates.
Mary Anne Jordan is Associate Professor of Textiles in the Textile Design Program at the University of Kansas, Lawrence. She has shown her work nationally in exhibitions such as the 2007 Quilt National and internationally. She received her MFA from Cranbrook Academy of Art.
ENTRY RULES
Enter up to three (3) cloth quilts by submitting the required materials.
Fee: $30 Quilt Visions Members; $70 Non-Members (fee includes a one year individual QV membership)
QUILT SAN DIEGO/ QUILT VISIONS encourages sale of quilts. QSD/QV will retain 40% commission on quilts sold during or as a result of QUILT VISIONS 2008.
Online Entry Form: http://www.quiltvisions.org/visions/entry-form.html
PDF Version: PDF Entry Form
Quilt San Diego/Quilt Visions
2825 Dewey Road, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92106
Phone/Fax: 619-546-4872
Email: visions@quiltvisions.org
2825 Dewey Road, Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92106
Phone/Fax: 619-546-4872
Email: visions@quiltvisions.org
CALL FOR ART: ALTERED BOOKS AT MINNEAPOLIS CENTRAL LIBRARY
Deadline: October 15, 2007
Altered Books at Minneapolis Central Library
Altered Books at Minneapolis Central Library
January-March 2008
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis Public Library announces a national call for U.S. artists to submit digital images of altered books for a juried exhibition January-March 2008 at Minneapolis Central Library's Cargill Hall exhibition gallery.
Juror: Betty Bright, Ph.D., former curator at Minnesota Center for Book Arts
The exhibition will be part of a city-wide series of workshops, exhibitions and programs capped by the annual convention of the Public Library Association, in Minneapolis, March 25-29, 2008.
A webpage and gallery guide will document the works. Media releases, electronic and printed materials will direct visitors to all exhibition venues.
Altered Books Definition: According to the International Society of Book Artists, an altered book is any book, old or new, that has been recycled by creative means into a work of art. An altered book can be rebound, painted, cut, burned, folded, added to, collaged in, gold-leafed, rubber stamped, drilled or otherwise adorned.
Submission Fee: $20 for up to 5 images on CD.
Note that this exhibition is open to working artists only. Students, for other exhibition opportunities related to the Altered Book Project contact Melinda Ludwiczak at mludwiczak@mplib.org
Exhibition works will be installed by professional art handlers and works will be insured by Minneapolis Public Library when they are received. Please direct questions to: Melinda Ludwiczak at mludwiczak@mplib.org or 612-630-6246.
For more information see: http://www.mplib.org/callforexhibitions.asp
http://www.mplib.org/AlteredBooks.pdf
Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis Public Library announces a national call for U.S. artists to submit digital images of altered books for a juried exhibition January-March 2008 at Minneapolis Central Library's Cargill Hall exhibition gallery.
Juror: Betty Bright, Ph.D., former curator at Minnesota Center for Book Arts
The exhibition will be part of a city-wide series of workshops, exhibitions and programs capped by the annual convention of the Public Library Association, in Minneapolis, March 25-29, 2008.
A webpage and gallery guide will document the works. Media releases, electronic and printed materials will direct visitors to all exhibition venues.
Altered Books Definition: According to the International Society of Book Artists, an altered book is any book, old or new, that has been recycled by creative means into a work of art. An altered book can be rebound, painted, cut, burned, folded, added to, collaged in, gold-leafed, rubber stamped, drilled or otherwise adorned.
Submission Fee: $20 for up to 5 images on CD.
Note that this exhibition is open to working artists only. Students, for other exhibition opportunities related to the Altered Book Project contact Melinda Ludwiczak at mludwiczak@mplib.org
Exhibition works will be installed by professional art handlers and works will be insured by Minneapolis Public Library when they are received. Please direct questions to: Melinda Ludwiczak at mludwiczak@mplib.org or 612-630-6246.
For more information see: http://www.mplib.org/callforexhibitions.asp
http://www.mplib.org/AlteredBooks.pdf
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
Arts By The River
Deadline: September 6, 2007
Arts By The River
Saturday, October 6, 2007
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Riverfront Business District in East Falls
(Ridge Avenue between Midvale Avenue and the Falls Bridge)
East Falls is proud to present its 2nd annual ARTS BY THE RIVER FESTIVAL. Last year's event drew an estimated 1,000 people from the Philadelphia region. As artists sign on this year, ARTS BY THE RIVER promises to be bigger and better!
Located along the Schuylkill River, East Falls is situated in a prime location with easy access to several major thoroughfares including Route 1, Kelly Dr., I-76 and City Ave.
The ARTS BY THE RIVER FESTIVAL is one of many events linked to the two-week long annual East Falls Fall Festival. Heralding the success of last year's Falls Fest, 2007's ARTS BY THE RIVER FESTIVAL is the kick-off event for this community-wide celebration, held annually since 1985.
DATE: Saturday, Oct. 6, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
LOCATION: Riverfront Business District in East Falls on Ridge Avenue between Midvale Avenue and the Falls Bridge.
2006's ARTS BY THE RIVER FESTIVAL featured glass blowing, textiles, fine art, painting and photography, as well as apparel and sculpture.
Providing the location and date is what we can do. What you can do is sign up and join us. We encourage and support both local and national artists as well as novice festival participants. Be sure to get in on the fun!
FEE: $100 for a 10' x 10' space
Artists are welcome to share space and scholarships available for emerging artists and crafts people.
To sign up, fill out this form: Vendor Sign-up Form -(In Adobe click on File - Send - Page by Email and type in email address: info@eastfalls-pa.com) you can also email it Send an email or send it by fax: 215-848-8085. Mail the check to the EFDC at 3654 Midvale Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19129.
Sunday, August 19, 2007
FACE VALUE: National Juried Exhibition
Deadline: September 20, 2007 (Postmark)
FACE VALUE, National Juried Exhibition
FINE ARTS GALLERY
Broward Community College, Davie, FL
November 1 - December 11, 2007
Eligibility: This National Juried Exhibition is open to artists 18 years and older who reside in the US. Work must be made within the last 2 years and made completely by the artist with no copyright infringements.
Theme: All interpretations of the portrait and/ or self portrait.
Entries: Entries will be juried from professional slides, or JPG image files.
Entry Fee: A non-refundable entry fee of $35 must accompany the application and image entries.
Slides: 3 works via slides for $35
JPG files: 4 works for $35.
Media: All media will be accepted including small format digital and video as space allows. Works that are easily shipped/ hand deliveries are encouraged. All work must be ready to hang with professional wire and have specific installation instructions. Special equipment/installation must be provided by the artist. The Gallery does have pedestals of various sizes.
Awards: Cash awards and participation in future solo and/or group exhibition at BCC.
Juror: Brian Bishop
Sales: Broward Community College is a non-profit educational institution; therefore, no commission is taken from the sales; all sales are to be handled directly through the artist. Sale prices will not appear on the exhibition labels; however, there will be a price list available to gallery patrons during gallery hours.
Insurance: Insurance values must be provided for the works even if they are not for sale (NFS).
PROSPECTUS FOR THE EXHIBITION[.doc]
FACE VALUE National Juried Exhibition
Broward Community College
Fine Arts Gallery/Blg 3
3501 SW Davie Rd.
Davie, Florida 33314
For information about BCC Fine Arts Gallery, please visit www.geocities.com/bccfineartgallery/ or email bryan@broward.edu
FACE VALUE, National Juried Exhibition
FINE ARTS GALLERY
Broward Community College, Davie, FL
November 1 - December 11, 2007
Eligibility: This National Juried Exhibition is open to artists 18 years and older who reside in the US. Work must be made within the last 2 years and made completely by the artist with no copyright infringements.
Theme: All interpretations of the portrait and/ or self portrait.
Entries: Entries will be juried from professional slides, or JPG image files.
Entry Fee: A non-refundable entry fee of $35 must accompany the application and image entries.
Slides: 3 works via slides for $35
JPG files: 4 works for $35.
Media: All media will be accepted including small format digital and video as space allows. Works that are easily shipped/ hand deliveries are encouraged. All work must be ready to hang with professional wire and have specific installation instructions. Special equipment/installation must be provided by the artist. The Gallery does have pedestals of various sizes.
Awards: Cash awards and participation in future solo and/or group exhibition at BCC.
Juror: Brian Bishop
Sales: Broward Community College is a non-profit educational institution; therefore, no commission is taken from the sales; all sales are to be handled directly through the artist. Sale prices will not appear on the exhibition labels; however, there will be a price list available to gallery patrons during gallery hours.
Insurance: Insurance values must be provided for the works even if they are not for sale (NFS).
PROSPECTUS FOR THE EXHIBITION[.doc]
FACE VALUE National Juried Exhibition
Broward Community College
Fine Arts Gallery/Blg 3
3501 SW Davie Rd.
Davie, Florida 33314
For information about BCC Fine Arts Gallery, please visit www.geocities.com/bccfineartgallery/ or email bryan@broward.edu
REFINED: Abundance, International Jewelry Competition
DEADLINE: October 1, 2007
REFINED: Abundance
International Jewelry Competition
January 25 - March 7, 2008
REFINED is a biannual exhibition of jewelry and metalwork hosted by the School of Art at Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) since 1998. The exhibition is held in a 1332 square-foot gallery of the beautifully renovated The Art Center @ The Old Opera House, located at 329 E. Main Street in downtown Nacogdoches, Texas.
This year’s juried exhibition seeks to demonstrate the wide breadth of originality in the jewelry discipline throughout the world.
THEME: Abundance
The juror is seeking innovative responses to the concept of ‘abundance’ and its formal and conceptual manifestations in the medium of jewelry.
The theme should be understood in the broadest of terms, seeking to
accommodate a range of work–from flamboyant to a more quiet
expression–while responding to the theme conceptually or formally.
JUROR
Charon Kransen (the Netherlands) is an art dealer specializing in
contemporary art jewelry and the owner of Charon Kransen Arts (CKA) in New York City.
AWARDS
At least $1,500 will be awarded at the juror’s discretion.
ELIGIBILITY
This exhibition is open to any artists whose jewelry responds to the theme: abundance. All work must be original and completed within the last two years. Submitted works are open to a full range of processes and materials.
FEE
Non-refundable $35 fee in U.S. dollars
SLIDES
Up to five entries will be accepted per $35 non-refundable fee with the maximum of three entries per person selected. Each entry may be represented by two slides.
DIGITAL ENTRIES
Up to five entries will be accepted per $35 non-refundable fee with the maximum of three entries per person selected. Each entry may be represented by two digital images. Digital entries may be submitted via CD/DVD.
SIZE LIMITATIONS
Each work cannot exceed 60 inches in any dimension.
CATALOGUE
A publication will accompany the exhibit.
LIABILITY
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) and the SFA Gallery are responsible for works only while they are on the property of SFA and will only insure works for Current Market Value. SFA does not assume liability for damage incurred or loss of work while in transit.
REFINED: Abundance events are free to the public and accessible to the physically challenged.
2007 REFINED Prospectus/Entry Form (PDF)
SFA GALLERY
The SFA Gallery at Stephen F. Austin State University presents significant exhibitions of regional, national, and international art to an expanding audience centered in East Texas. The SFA Gallery facilitates sales but takes no commission. The gallery does not profit from the entry fees of REFINED: Abundance. All monies collected pay for the entire exhibition, juror’s fees, awards, postage and catalogues. For more information, contact:
SFA School of Art
SFA Station
P.O. Box 13041 SFA,
Nacogdoches, TX 75962-3041
Tel. 936-468-1131
Fax. 936-468-2938
e-mail: refinedabundance@sfasu.edu
web: www.art.sfasu.edu
REFINED: Abundance
International Jewelry Competition
January 25 - March 7, 2008
REFINED is a biannual exhibition of jewelry and metalwork hosted by the School of Art at Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) since 1998. The exhibition is held in a 1332 square-foot gallery of the beautifully renovated The Art Center @ The Old Opera House, located at 329 E. Main Street in downtown Nacogdoches, Texas.
This year’s juried exhibition seeks to demonstrate the wide breadth of originality in the jewelry discipline throughout the world.
THEME: Abundance
The juror is seeking innovative responses to the concept of ‘abundance’ and its formal and conceptual manifestations in the medium of jewelry.
The theme should be understood in the broadest of terms, seeking to
accommodate a range of work–from flamboyant to a more quiet
expression–while responding to the theme conceptually or formally.
JUROR
Charon Kransen (the Netherlands) is an art dealer specializing in
contemporary art jewelry and the owner of Charon Kransen Arts (CKA) in New York City.
AWARDS
At least $1,500 will be awarded at the juror’s discretion.
ELIGIBILITY
This exhibition is open to any artists whose jewelry responds to the theme: abundance. All work must be original and completed within the last two years. Submitted works are open to a full range of processes and materials.
FEE
Non-refundable $35 fee in U.S. dollars
SLIDES
Up to five entries will be accepted per $35 non-refundable fee with the maximum of three entries per person selected. Each entry may be represented by two slides.
DIGITAL ENTRIES
Up to five entries will be accepted per $35 non-refundable fee with the maximum of three entries per person selected. Each entry may be represented by two digital images. Digital entries may be submitted via CD/DVD.
SIZE LIMITATIONS
Each work cannot exceed 60 inches in any dimension.
CATALOGUE
A publication will accompany the exhibit.
LIABILITY
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) and the SFA Gallery are responsible for works only while they are on the property of SFA and will only insure works for Current Market Value. SFA does not assume liability for damage incurred or loss of work while in transit.
REFINED: Abundance events are free to the public and accessible to the physically challenged.
2007 REFINED Prospectus/Entry Form (PDF)
SFA GALLERY
The SFA Gallery at Stephen F. Austin State University presents significant exhibitions of regional, national, and international art to an expanding audience centered in East Texas. The SFA Gallery facilitates sales but takes no commission. The gallery does not profit from the entry fees of REFINED: Abundance. All monies collected pay for the entire exhibition, juror’s fees, awards, postage and catalogues. For more information, contact:
SFA School of Art
SFA Station
P.O. Box 13041 SFA,
Nacogdoches, TX 75962-3041
Tel. 936-468-1131
Fax. 936-468-2938
e-mail: refinedabundance@sfasu.edu
web: www.art.sfasu.edu
CraftForms 2007
Deadline: September 20, 2007 (Postmark)
CraftForms 2007
13th National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Craft
Wayne Art Center, Wayne, PA
November 30, 2007 - February 1, 2008
OBJECTIVE
An international juried exhibition dedicated to enhancing the public’s
awareness of contemporary American craft while providing a venue
for established and emerging artists alike to share their functional
and sculptural creative endeavors.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to all professional artists working in clay, fiber, glass, metal,
wood and/or mixed media crafts. All artwork must be original and
completed within the last two years.
JUROR
Mark Richard Leach, Founding Director and Chief Curator,
Mint Museum of Craft + Design, Charlotte, NC
AWARDS
$3000+ in prizes to be awarded.
Group and/or solo exhibition opportunities.
ABBREVIATED CATALOGUE
All work accepted into Craft Forms 2007 will be illustrated in a fullcolor
abbreviated catalogue, listing artist, resident state, title, and
specific mediums. Catalogues will be available for all Craft Forms
2007 accepted artists.
ENTRIES
All works will be juried digitally. Slides will be scanned and converted
to CD images. Each artist may submit two entries. Each work may
be represented by up to three separate images.
ENTRY FEE
Make payable to Wayne Art Center.
Digital Entry: $30. Slide Entry: $40
CONDITIONS
All work must have been completed within the past two years and
may not have been previously exhibited at the Wayne Art Center.
Wayne Art Center reserves the right to reject entries that do not meet
the requirements.
SALES/INSURANCE
WAC will retain 30% commission of the sale price.
NFS or POR submissions will not be accepted. All work
will be insured while in the Wayne Art Center facility. WAC will not
be responsible for loss or damage to work in transit.
For complete details: Visit the CraftForms 2007 website
Download Prospectus [PDF, 268K]
CraftForms 2007
13th National Juried Exhibition of Contemporary Craft
Wayne Art Center, Wayne, PA
November 30, 2007 - February 1, 2008
OBJECTIVE
An international juried exhibition dedicated to enhancing the public’s
awareness of contemporary American craft while providing a venue
for established and emerging artists alike to share their functional
and sculptural creative endeavors.
ELIGIBILITY
Open to all professional artists working in clay, fiber, glass, metal,
wood and/or mixed media crafts. All artwork must be original and
completed within the last two years.
JUROR
Mark Richard Leach, Founding Director and Chief Curator,
Mint Museum of Craft + Design, Charlotte, NC
AWARDS
$3000+ in prizes to be awarded.
Group and/or solo exhibition opportunities.
ABBREVIATED CATALOGUE
All work accepted into Craft Forms 2007 will be illustrated in a fullcolor
abbreviated catalogue, listing artist, resident state, title, and
specific mediums. Catalogues will be available for all Craft Forms
2007 accepted artists.
ENTRIES
All works will be juried digitally. Slides will be scanned and converted
to CD images. Each artist may submit two entries. Each work may
be represented by up to three separate images.
ENTRY FEE
Make payable to Wayne Art Center.
Digital Entry: $30. Slide Entry: $40
CONDITIONS
All work must have been completed within the past two years and
may not have been previously exhibited at the Wayne Art Center.
Wayne Art Center reserves the right to reject entries that do not meet
the requirements.
SALES/INSURANCE
WAC will retain 30% commission of the sale price.
NFS or POR submissions will not be accepted. All work
will be insured while in the Wayne Art Center facility. WAC will not
be responsible for loss or damage to work in transit.
For complete details: Visit the CraftForms 2007 website
Download Prospectus [PDF, 268K]
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
Wilson HTM National Art Prize
Deadline: 1 October 2007 (RECEIVE)
Wilson HTM National Art Prize
The Wilson HTM National Art Prize is an acquisitive art award open to visual artists practicing in any media.
The primary Prize is acquisitive to the value of $10,000, with a $1,000 non-acquisitive Highly Commended runner-up prize and a $1,000 non-acquisitive People's Choice. The acquisitive prize will comprise a $5000.00 cash payment and an investment portfolio to the value of $5000.00.
Works chosen for the final selection process will be decided by the judging panel from slides, high resolution jpegs burnt to disc, or video/DVD footage submitted with the entry form. Selected artists (fi nalists) will be invited to submit works for final consideration by the judging panel for acquisition.
call 07 3215 0850
Fax +61 7 3215 0851
Email info@artworkers.org
Web http://www.artworkers.org
Wilson HTM National Art Prize
The Wilson HTM National Art Prize is an acquisitive art award open to visual artists practicing in any media.
The primary Prize is acquisitive to the value of $10,000, with a $1,000 non-acquisitive Highly Commended runner-up prize and a $1,000 non-acquisitive People's Choice. The acquisitive prize will comprise a $5000.00 cash payment and an investment portfolio to the value of $5000.00.
Works chosen for the final selection process will be decided by the judging panel from slides, high resolution jpegs burnt to disc, or video/DVD footage submitted with the entry form. Selected artists (fi nalists) will be invited to submit works for final consideration by the judging panel for acquisition.
The judging panel will consist of three people (TBA).
It is intended that the majority of work submitted by finalists will be documented in a catalogue of the Award. Invitation to submit a work for final viewing by the judges does not guarantee that the work will be included in the catalogue and exhibition, however it will remain eligible for acquisition.
The judges will nominate a Winner of the award and that work will automatically be acquired by Wilson HTM. The judges reserve the right not to select a Winner nor any work for acquisition.
The entry fee is $20 and is non-refundable.
The prize winners will be announced at the launch of an exhibition of finalist's work, in Melbourne in February 2008. The finalist's work will then tour to Sydney and Brisbane and will be supported by events in each city.
The Prize is open to artists who primarily reside within Australia. To download a copy of the entry form, click here.
Wilson HTM Investment Group are an investment house whose mission is to create prosperity for their clients, people and community. They have a philosophy of being active in the community in which they work, supporting cultural and sporting activities in numerous forms. Wilson HTM's sponsorship of this Prize fits within their corporate framework and seeks to support and promote the value of the arts within the broader community.
artworkers
1/381 brunswick street
fortitude valley q 4006
call 07 3215 0850
Fax +61 7 3215 0851
Email info@artworkers.org
Web http://www.artworkers.org
The Plastic Club: EXHIBITION OF FIBER ART
Two Deadlines/Delivery Dates:
Thursday September 27th, 6:00 to 9:30 PM
Saturday, September 29th, 11 AM to 3 PM
Saturday, September 29th, 11 AM to 3 PM
THE PLASTIC CLUB
October 7th to October 26th, 2007
OPENING RECEPTION: Sunday, October 14th, 2 to 5 PM
Open to all works made of fiber. Works must be original, designed and made by the entrant. Size is limited to 40 inches in any direction including frames, hangers, etc.
Free standing entries must be provided with a base. All work must be presented fully assembled and ready to exhibit.
Limited to 2 entries per exhibitor.
JUROR: LEWIS KNAUSS, Professor, Fiber Arts, Moore College of Art
ENTRY FEE: 2 pieces of work $15.00 (Members $12.00); 1 piece of work $10.00 (Members $8.00)
SALES/COMMISSIONS: The Plastic Club retains a 20% commission on sales. Not For Sale (NFS) is OK
PRIZES: First - $100.00; Second - $50.00; Third - $25.00; Honorable Mentions
PROSPECTUS & ENTRY FORM: Click for FIBER ART prospectus
THE PLASTIC CLUB
247 S. Camac St.
247 S. Camac St.
Phila, PA 19107
215-545-9324
215-545-9324
The Artist as Quiltmaker XIII
Deadline: September 15, 2007
Artist as Quiltmaker XIII
May 18 - August 2, 2008
FAVA's 13th Biennial Exhibition of Contemporary Quilts
Artist as Quiltmaker XIII
May 18 - August 2, 2008
FAVA's 13th Biennial Exhibition of Contemporary Quilts
OPENING RECEPTION
Sunday, May 18, 2008 2 – 4 PM. Free and open to the public.
Sunday, May 18, 2008 2 – 4 PM. Free and open to the public.
Curator: Gayle A. Pritchard, Artist & Author
Juror: David Walker
David Walker is nationally recognized as a leader in the art quilt movement. He is a nationally exhibited & published artist, workshop Instructor & member of the Art Quilt Network. His work is in numerous public and private collections and has been exhibited widely over the past 20 years.
The Artist As Quiltmaker XIII is FAVA's 13th biennial juried exhibition of contemporary quilts. Considered one of the finest shows of its kind, it consistently attracts thousands of visitors from the U.S. and abroad. Distinguished past jurors have included Jan Myers-Newbury, Penny McMorris, Nancy Crow, Terrie Hancock Mangat, Judi Warren, Risë Nagin, Susan Shie and Clare M. Murray.
ELIGIBILITY: Artists living in the U.S. or Canada may submit up to three entries. Each artwork must be an original design and not created in a classroom or workshop setting. No copies nor variations of traditional or other artists works will be accepted. Artworks must be ready to exhibit, completed after December 2006, not previously exhibited at FAVA.
TWO-STEP SELECTION PROCEDURE
Round 1 – Initial Jury - From slide or digital entry
Round 2 – Final Object Jury - Details sent after slide jury
The juror will view submitted works in two blind rounds.
(Artists' names are concealed.) FAVA's standard practice differs from other exhibitions where jurors only view slides or digital entries.
ENTRY FORMAT: Entries will be judged from slides or high resolution digital files.
ENTRY FEE: Nonrefundable $25 entry fee
AWARDS: Cash prizes and awards determined solely by the Juror. Cash prizes will be paid to the artists by August 30, 2008.
PUBLICITY / SALES: Press material is widely distributed. FAVA reserves the right to reproduce images for the promotion of the show. Artists will retain copyrights on their work. Images of works accepted into the show become the property of FAVA. Sales will be encouraged; FAVA will retain a 30% commission. Payment for artwoks sold will be sent to artists by August 30, 2008. If a work is sold as a result of the FAVA exhibit within 60 days after the exhibit's close, the artist agrees to pay a 30% commission to FAVA.
SHIPPING: The artist is responsible for all costs relating to shipping and insurance of work in transit to or from FAVA for initial object jury. FAVA will cover shipping to and from the exhibit.
INSURANCE: Artworks must be submitted with a valid insurance value. Work is insured while at FAVA, however, FAVA cannot insure a work for an amount in excess of its fair market value and reserves the right to limit amount of insurance coverage on a particular piece. Proof of value may be required.
PUBLICITY / SALES: Press material is widely distributed. FAVA reserves the right to reproduce images for the promotion of the show. Artists will retain copyrights on their work. Images of works accepted into the show become the property of FAVA. Sales will be encouraged; FAVA will retain a 30% commission. Payment for artwoks sold will be sent to artists by August 30, 2008. If a work is sold as a result of the FAVA exhibit within 60 days after the exhibit's close, the artist agrees to pay a 30% commission to FAVA.
SHIPPING: The artist is responsible for all costs relating to shipping and insurance of work in transit to or from FAVA for initial object jury. FAVA will cover shipping to and from the exhibit.
INSURANCE: Artworks must be submitted with a valid insurance value. Work is insured while at FAVA, however, FAVA cannot insure a work for an amount in excess of its fair market value and reserves the right to limit amount of insurance coverage on a particular piece. Proof of value may be required.
EXHIBITION CATALOG: Exhibiting artists will receive a full color exhibition catalog, designed by an award-winning graphic designer. Additional catalogs will be available for purchase.
Download the prospectus and entry form: http://www.favagallery.org/AQM%20XIII/AQMcallforentries2008.pdf
Firelands Association for the Visual Arts
New Union Center for the Arts
39 S. Main Street
Oberlin, OH 44074
Firelands Association for the Visual Arts
New Union Center for the Arts
39 S. Main Street
Oberlin, OH 44074
440-774-7158
ABOUT FAVA
Founded in 1979, FAVA is an independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing public appreciation of and participation in the visual arts through exhibitions and related educational and community activities. FAVA presents a full season of invitational exhibits, regional and national juried shows, an annual members' show, and art classes for adults and children. Exhibitions are free and open to the public. In 1996 FAVA moved to a handsome 1874 schoolhouse, newly renovated as the New Union Center for the Arts.
Founded in 1979, FAVA is an independent not-for-profit organization dedicated to enhancing public appreciation of and participation in the visual arts through exhibitions and related educational and community activities. FAVA presents a full season of invitational exhibits, regional and national juried shows, an annual members' show, and art classes for adults and children. Exhibitions are free and open to the public. In 1996 FAVA moved to a handsome 1874 schoolhouse, newly renovated as the New Union Center for the Arts.
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