Small Works - Call for Artists

Small Works Call for Artists

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Great Lakes “Small Works”

2D – 3D Juried Exhibition

Oct 3 – 26, 2013

Download Your Copy of the Prospectus

Because of space, more image/payment info can be seen here than in printed prospectus.

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ELIGIBILITY

Open to anyone 18 years or older residing in any of the eight Great Lakes states.   These are Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

ENTRY FEE

The entry fee (non-refundable) is $25.00 for the first 3 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.

CASH PRIZES (total $1300)

Awards in the 2D & 3D Categories
1st Place – $250 / Each
2nd Place – $150 / Each
3rd Place – $100 / Each
People’s Choice Awards – $300

CALENDAR

- 09/01/2013:  Entry deadline (postmarked)
- 09/10/2013:  Notification of acceptance
- 09/29/2013:  Artwork delivery deadline
- 10/03/2013:  Exhibit opens
- 10/04/2013:  Artists’ reception (5pm to 7pm)
- 10/26/2013:  Exhibit ends
- 10/27/2013:  Pickup artwork (10am to 2pm)
- 10/28/2013:  Shipping back artwork begins

GUIDELINES FOR ENTRY

1.  2D work must be no larger than 12″ on either side, including frame, if framed.
2.  3D work must be no larger than 12″ on any side and weight 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.  Artists may submit up to 6 entries total, even if entering both 2D & 3D.

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 CD

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: Your name and the total number of images you are sending.
6. You should receive a reply within three 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

ALL ARTWORK ENTERED MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR SALE. The gallery will take 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

Carolyn Anne Davis McKeever holds an MFA from Eastern Michigan University, Ypsilanti, MI, Summa Cum Laude, 1976, and a BFA Wayne State University, Detroit, MI. She has been both a teaching and working artist throughout her career and has taught at Eastern Michigan University, Henry Ford Community College, Washtenaw Community College, Ann Arbor Public Schools and the Ann Arbor Art Association.
Carolyn’s media includes watercolor, pastel, ink, charcoal, oil, acrylic, photography and printmaking.  Her forty years of working / teaching includes graphic art experience and an ongoing involvement in environmental issues.
Her work has won awards and been exhibited nationwide. It can be found in both private and on-loan collections in Michigan, Missouri, California, Washington, South Carolina, New York and Arizona. Although she is retired, Carolyn is still very active in the art community around Ypsilanti and Ann Arbor, MI.