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Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Monday, August 30, 2010
Call for Artists: Zionsville Autumn Artscape Seeks Artists for Second Annual Art Fair
Event Date: Saturday, October 9, 2010, 10 am to 5 pm
The Zionsville Autumn Artscape is pleased to offer regional artists an opportunity to showcase their work in a historic setting. It also provides the public an opportunity to meet artists and view and purchase original art in a variety of mediums. Artists are requested to submit three images of their work plus one booth shot to Ray Cortopassi, Executive Director, Zionsville Chamber of Commerce.
Mail images on CD to the Chamber office at:
135 South Elm Street
Zionsville IN 46077
or email high-resolution images to the Chamber at info@zionsvillechamber.org with "Zionsville Autumn Artscape" in the subject line.
Images should be consistent in style and quality with the art that will be exhibited at the Autumn Artscape. Do not include the artist/business/studio name in the images. Booth Fee is $50.00. Please include check with application, made out to Zionsville Chamber of Commerce. Check will be cashed upon acceptance into the fair.
All work displayed must be made by the accepted exhibitor and must be original. Artists may display only work in the medium in which they juried. The Zionsville Autumn Artscape reserves the right to refuse exhibition of work not consistent with submitted images and application rules or guidelines. Booth space is 10 x 10 feet, located on pavement at the newly landscaped corner of Main Street and Pine Street. Artists must be able to provide a white tent (weighted, not staked) and be prepared for inclement weather.
The Zionsville Autumn Artscape is pleased to offer regional artists an opportunity to showcase their work in a historic setting. It also provides the public an opportunity to meet artists and view and purchase original art in a variety of mediums. Artists are requested to submit three images of their work plus one booth shot to Ray Cortopassi, Executive Director, Zionsville Chamber of Commerce.
Mail images on CD to the Chamber office at:
135 South Elm Street
Zionsville IN 46077
or email high-resolution images to the Chamber at info@zionsvillechamber.org with "Zionsville Autumn Artscape" in the subject line.
Images should be consistent in style and quality with the art that will be exhibited at the Autumn Artscape. Do not include the artist/business/studio name in the images. Booth Fee is $50.00. Please include check with application, made out to Zionsville Chamber of Commerce. Check will be cashed upon acceptance into the fair.
All work displayed must be made by the accepted exhibitor and must be original. Artists may display only work in the medium in which they juried. The Zionsville Autumn Artscape reserves the right to refuse exhibition of work not consistent with submitted images and application rules or guidelines. Booth space is 10 x 10 feet, located on pavement at the newly landscaped corner of Main Street and Pine Street. Artists must be able to provide a white tent (weighted, not staked) and be prepared for inclement weather.
Call for Entries: "First Come, First Hung" Exhibition at SullivanMunce Cultural Center
Saturday, September 25
$15 Entry Fee (free ages 17 and younger)
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center is pleased to announce the theme and dates for the 29th annual "First Come, First Hung" exhibition. The first forty artists through the doors on Saturday, September 25, 2010 will automatically be accepted into this exhibition that allows both amateur and the professional artists the opportunity to showcase their talent in a gallery setting.
This year's theme of "Halloween" is open to interpretation by participating artists. There is a $15 entry fee for adults and no fee for artists ages 17 and under. All types, styles and mediums are accepted - oil, watercolors, photography, sculpture, graphics, ceramics, stitchery, textiles, quilts, hand painted decorative items, etc. All work must be original and each artist is required to submit his or her own work in person. Only one submission per artist will be accepted
The largest acceptable size is 4' x 4'. All 2D artwork must be framed (with the exception of gallery wrapped canvas), wired and ready to hang. All works may be made available for sale. The artist receives 70% of the sale. Sold pieces must remain on display through the conclusion of the exhibit. Artists are asked to pick up their work on Saturday, October 31, 2010 from 1 - 4pm.
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center reserves the right to not accept entries that are offensive or distasteful. Popular Prize Awards of $50 in adult and youth categories will be presented by the SullivanMunce Cultural Center. Entry date is Saturday, September 25, 2010, 10 am - Noon. Opening Reception is Friday, October 1, 2010, 5 pm - 8 pm. Exhibition runs Friday, October 1 - October 31, 2010.
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center is located at 205 West Hawthorne Street in Zionsville, IN. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 317.873.6862 or visit www.sullivanmunce.org for more information.
$15 Entry Fee (free ages 17 and younger)
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center is pleased to announce the theme and dates for the 29th annual "First Come, First Hung" exhibition. The first forty artists through the doors on Saturday, September 25, 2010 will automatically be accepted into this exhibition that allows both amateur and the professional artists the opportunity to showcase their talent in a gallery setting.
This year's theme of "Halloween" is open to interpretation by participating artists. There is a $15 entry fee for adults and no fee for artists ages 17 and under. All types, styles and mediums are accepted - oil, watercolors, photography, sculpture, graphics, ceramics, stitchery, textiles, quilts, hand painted decorative items, etc. All work must be original and each artist is required to submit his or her own work in person. Only one submission per artist will be accepted
The largest acceptable size is 4' x 4'. All 2D artwork must be framed (with the exception of gallery wrapped canvas), wired and ready to hang. All works may be made available for sale. The artist receives 70% of the sale. Sold pieces must remain on display through the conclusion of the exhibit. Artists are asked to pick up their work on Saturday, October 31, 2010 from 1 - 4pm.
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center reserves the right to not accept entries that are offensive or distasteful. Popular Prize Awards of $50 in adult and youth categories will be presented by the SullivanMunce Cultural Center. Entry date is Saturday, September 25, 2010, 10 am - Noon. Opening Reception is Friday, October 1, 2010, 5 pm - 8 pm. Exhibition runs Friday, October 1 - October 31, 2010.
The SullivanMunce Cultural Center is located at 205 West Hawthorne Street in Zionsville, IN. Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call 317.873.6862 or visit www.sullivanmunce.org for more information.
Thursday, August 26, 2010
Call for Artists: Holiday Arts & Crafts Ensemble
Saturday November 20
Canton, Michigan
Plymouth High School
8400 Beck Rd. 9 am to 4 pm
Deadline: when full
Sponsored by the Plymouth-Canton Music Boosters, a 501c3 organization
90 exhibitors
Canton is in the metro Detroit area, right here
Several years ago, with funds from the school district drying up that supported a nationally recognized band program, the parents rallied and started fund raising so their children could continue to be enriched by participation in the music program. Their drive to provide an excellent music program for their children is illustrated in their similar efforts to provide a quality craft show. The juried arts and crafts event is held annually to support the music/band programs at the Plymouth Canton Educational Park. A bake sale, raffle, concessions, and entertainment will also be available. All funds raised go to the band programs at all three Plymouth-Canton High Schools, including the nationally-acclaimed Plymouth-Canton Marching Band that ranked 7th in the Nation in 2007.
What does this mean for you?
a small quality event
low booth fees
easy in and out in one day
solid support by the community
resulting in a day well spent by you
Interested? click [here]
Canton, Michigan
Plymouth High School
8400 Beck Rd. 9 am to 4 pm
Deadline: when full
Sponsored by the Plymouth-Canton Music Boosters, a 501c3 organization
90 exhibitors
Canton is in the metro Detroit area, right here
Several years ago, with funds from the school district drying up that supported a nationally recognized band program, the parents rallied and started fund raising so their children could continue to be enriched by participation in the music program. Their drive to provide an excellent music program for their children is illustrated in their similar efforts to provide a quality craft show. The juried arts and crafts event is held annually to support the music/band programs at the Plymouth Canton Educational Park. A bake sale, raffle, concessions, and entertainment will also be available. All funds raised go to the band programs at all three Plymouth-Canton High Schools, including the nationally-acclaimed Plymouth-Canton Marching Band that ranked 7th in the Nation in 2007.
What does this mean for you?
Interested? click [here]
Call to Artists: 7th Annual Orlando Downtown Art & Living Expo
February 19-20, 2011
7th Annual Orlando Downtown Art & Living Expo
Orlando, Florida
175 Artists
Application Deadline: December 15th
February is one of the most wonderful months of the year in Florida with 76 degree temperatures and delightful sunshine weather. Each year the Art & Living Expo has grown and we have some exciting plans in store for our next edition.
This year's Expo will feature 175 juried artists on Robinson Street and North Eola Drive along Orlando's signature location Lake Eola Park. Because of its success we are growing again to accommodate the thousands of attendees and for more spacious artist locations.
Art Lovers of Central Florida have strongly supported the festival. So, to make sure we are presenting the Best Art Talent, we are rewarding you with more Art Awards:
Our jurist panel will consist of three independent judges selected through our event partner ArtistsRegistry.com and the Downtown Orlando Arts District.
What you can expect:
Jim Barton
407 592 0002
Orlando Downtown Art & Living Expo
7th Annual Orlando Downtown Art & Living Expo
Orlando, Florida
175 Artists
Application Deadline: December 15th
February is one of the most wonderful months of the year in Florida with 76 degree temperatures and delightful sunshine weather. Each year the Art & Living Expo has grown and we have some exciting plans in store for our next edition.
This year's Expo will feature 175 juried artists on Robinson Street and North Eola Drive along Orlando's signature location Lake Eola Park. Because of its success we are growing again to accommodate the thousands of attendees and for more spacious artist locations.
Art Lovers of Central Florida have strongly supported the festival. So, to make sure we are presenting the Best Art Talent, we are rewarding you with more Art Awards:
(1) $1,000 - Best of Show
(6) $500 - Awards of Excellence
(3) $250 - Judges Choice
(4) $100 - Awards of Merit
(6) $500 - Awards of Excellence
(3) $250 - Judges Choice
(4) $100 - Awards of Merit
Our jurist panel will consist of three independent judges selected through our event partner ArtistsRegistry.com and the Downtown Orlando Arts District.
What you can expect:
- The festival will also feature live entertainment, street performers, children and family activities in the Park with the Orlando Museum of Art and the Orange County Regional History Center and so much more.
- The Art & Living Expo will be strongly promoted throughout Central Florida, with newspaper, radio, social media and cable/TV promotion.
- Exhibitors will be allowed to drive up to their booth locations to unload and load. We will offer early set-up on Friday February 19 at 3pm or first thing Saturday morning of the event at 6am.
Jim Barton
407 592 0002
Orlando Downtown Art & Living Expo
Learn more about this event: www.downtownorlandoproperties.com
Monday, August 23, 2010
Exhibition Opening: Indiana Glass Arts Alliance 2010 Glass Arts Exhibition
Indiana Glass Arts Alliance
2010 Glass Arts Exhibition
Indianapolis Artsgarden
This juried exhibition showcases some of the best emerging and established glass artists from Indiana. This free event is open to the public from Thursday, September 2nd through Friday, September 24th at the Indianapolis Artsgarden located at 110 West Washington Street, Indianapolis IN. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Sunday, noon - 6:30 p.m. Artwork may be purchased.
Opening Reception for IGAA members & participating artists
Thursday, Sept. 2
5:30pm - 8:30pm
For membership information, call Judy Wells at 317.592.1755
2010 Glass Arts Exhibition
Indianapolis Artsgarden
This juried exhibition showcases some of the best emerging and established glass artists from Indiana. This free event is open to the public from Thursday, September 2nd through Friday, September 24th at the Indianapolis Artsgarden located at 110 West Washington Street, Indianapolis IN. Monday through Saturday, 9 a.m. - 9:30 p.m., Sunday, noon - 6:30 p.m. Artwork may be purchased.
Opening Reception for IGAA members & participating artists
Thursday, Sept. 2
5:30pm - 8:30pm
For membership information, call Judy Wells at 317.592.1755
Call for Artists: Artisphere
May 13-15
Greenville, South Carolina
West End Historic District
120 Artists
Deadline:
October 7 - paper applications
October 21 - online applications
Greenville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest corner of South Carolina, halfway between Atlanta and Charlotte. Is is one of those lucky U.S. cities impacted positively by high tech development where industries such as BMW, General Electric and Fluor are flourishing.
What to expect:
Proceeds are used to produce the annual arts festival and are also distributed back to local non-profit arts organizations as part of Artisphere's Volunteer Arts Partnership Program.
On the fence about applying? Visit: www.Artisphere.us
For a prospectus and more info, contact Liz Rundorff, Program Director/Artisphere, 864-271-9355, or liz@greenvillearts.com
Download the application: www.artisphere.us
Greenville, South Carolina
West End Historic District
120 Artists
Deadline:
October 7 - paper applications
October 21 - online applications
Greenville is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains in the northwest corner of South Carolina, halfway between Atlanta and Charlotte. Is is one of those lucky U.S. cities impacted positively by high tech development where industries such as BMW, General Electric and Fluor are flourishing.
What to expect:
- Since 2005 the Purchase Awards Program provided an average of an additional $17,500 in art sales
- An extensive advertising and publicity effort that publicizes the festival throughout the state and the Southeast region with media sponsors in print, radio, television and billboards. The festival will also be marketed through direct mail, social media and paid advertisements in tourist publications
- $10,000 in prize money
- a well-educated audience who have good jobs
- great time of the year for pleasant Spring days
- Artisphere is the centerpiece of Greenville's Arts Weekend
Proceeds are used to produce the annual arts festival and are also distributed back to local non-profit arts organizations as part of Artisphere's Volunteer Arts Partnership Program.
On the fence about applying? Visit: www.Artisphere.us
For a prospectus and more info, contact Liz Rundorff, Program Director/Artisphere, 864-271-9355, or liz@greenvillearts.com
Download the application: www.artisphere.us
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