Map It - National Call for Artists

National Call For Artists: Map It

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“Map It”

August 1-24, 2013

Entry Deadline:
July 01, 2013

Download Your Copy of the Prospectus

National Call for Artists

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Are you a map lover?  Do you love to incorporate maps / globes / map concepts in your artwork creations?
If so, then this is the “Map It” theme juried exhibit for you….
This will be both an online and a gallery exhibit.

ELIGIBILITY

Open to anyone 18 years or older residing in the United States.

ENTRY FEE

The entry fee (non-refundable) is $25.00 for the first 2 pieces of artwork and $5.00 per piece after that, not to exceed 6 entry pieces total.  Fee is payable either by check, made out to Riverside Arts Center, or online via Credit Card or Paypal.  (Further Instructions Below)

CASH PRIZES (total $2000)

1st Place – $800
2nd Place – $600
3rd Place – $400
Honorable Mentions – $200 (total)

CALENDAR

- 07/01/2013:  Entry deadline (postmarked)
- 07/09/2013:  Notification of acceptance
- 07/28/2013:  Artwork delivery deadline
- 08/01/2013:  Exhibit opens
- 08/03/2013:  Artists’ reception (5-7pm)
- 08/24/2013:  Exhibit ends
- 08/25/2013:  Pick up Artwork (10:30am-2pm)
- 08/26/2013:  Shipping back artwork begins

GUIDELINES FOR ENTRY

1.  2D work must be no larger than 72″ on either side.
2.  3D work must be no larger than 72” by 30” around and weigh no more than 40 lbs.
3.  Work must be completed within the last two years and not previously exhibited at Riverside Arts Center. No work under the supervision of an instructor is allowed.  Works may be executed in any medium.
4.  All work must show/contain a map of something in some form.

DIGITAL IMAGES

1.  All entries will be juried via digital images.
Artists may submit one image for each 2D piece;   2 images for each 3D piece.
2.  Images should be 300 ppi in JPG format and no larger than 6” (1800 pixels) on the longest side. (Images may be used for PR)
3.  Image file name is to be in the following  Format:  Title-Medium-Size
Size:   H x W for 2D      H x W x D for 3D     (no inch marks)
Example:   ArtTitle-oil-5×6
Example:   MyArtTitle-found-objects-6x8x10
Note:  This means to actually change the file name of the image.  Do not send images with camera file names; change them to the above format.

IF ENTERING IMAGES VIA MAIL

1.  Label outside of CD with artist’s name
2.  Make sure images on CD follow the above instructions for Digital Images.
3.  Mail CD, Entry Form (download here) and Check to Riverside Arts Center c/o Gallery Directory.
4.  CDs will not be returned.

IF ENTERING IMAGES ONLINE

1. This is a two step process, first the online payment (or the mailing of your check), then sending the images via email. Click the “Pay Now” button below to begin the online payment process.
2. Upon completion of payment, copy the payment transaction number and paste it into an email, or type into the email the Check # you have sent.
3. Attach your images to the email and in the body portion, type in all the requested information as shown in the entry form of the prospectus (name, address, phone, title, media, price, etc). Email, with images, to: rac.gallery.images@gmail.com. (Note: this email is for entry purposes only and will not be used for on going communications)
4. Depending on the number of images you are sending and the capacity of your email, you may need to send more than one email.
5. Subject Line:  Type Map It, Your name and the total number of images you are sending.
6. You should receive a reply within four days with confirmation of receipt and discussion if there are any problems with the image send.
Pay the $25 Entry Fee Online Via Credit Card or Paypal.

Number of Entries

ARTWORK DETAILS / SHIPPING

- Entries must be ready for presentation.
- Hanging work must be wired. All work must be labeled with artist name, work title, media and price.
- Artwork being shipped in for the exhibit must contain prepaid labels for return shipping. This could dictate which shipping method you use.
- Use packaging that can be reused for return, have everything well labeled.

SALES AND LIABILITY

IT’S NOT REQUIRED THAT ARTWORK IS FOR SALE. The gallery will receive a 30% commission on all sales. All accepted artwork will be handled with professional care, and every precaution will be taken to assure protection of artwork. Riverside Arts Center is not responsible for loss or damage of artwork.

ABOUT THE JUROR

Barbara Brown began her artistic sojourn many years ago while working with textiles. This eventually became a bridge to her career as a paper and book artist.
Barbara has been an artist member of WSG Gallery since 2004 and curates Beyond Words: A Celebration of Book Arts each year. She has had work in book shows around the country and in special collections at the University of Michigan Harlan Hatcher Graduate Library, the University of Michigan School of Art and Design Library, and the Library of Michigan in Lansing.
She is on the faculty of The Hollanders School of Book and Paper Arts in Ann Arbor where she has also been a guiding member of four summer residencies, the Rudolf Steiner High School of Ann Arbor, and, most recently, an adjunct instructor at the University of Michigan School of Art and Design. She was the recipient of the 3rd Annual Kerrytown Community Book Award given at the 2008 Kerrytown BookFest.