IMPORTANT: We do NOT limit participationonly to works on a single theme. In general, out of 50-60 paintingsin each exhibition, only 25 - 30% fall within a certain theme. Theremaining works of art CAN be ANYTHING - landscapes, surrealisticthemes, birds and animals, social issues, photographs, portraits,ecology, themes from historical events, works inspired by poetry,literature and music, spiritual and religious themes, space travel,works related to one's cultural heritage, legends and mythology, andso on.
We also aim for a mixture of level ofartistic accomplishment: we like to show young, talented and aspiringartists along with more accomplished artists as well as someworld-known artists. That makes for an interesting and inspiringevent for artists as well as visitors. Contact us and join us for thenext event!
1) FOR SUBMISSIONS BY E-MAIL, 3 photosmaximum. By mail, you may submit up to 6 photographs or slides.Indicate your name, title of work, dimensions, medium, and sellingprice. All materials will be kept for our archives. You canalso visit the Museum ON SATURDAYS, 2-4 p.m. to show us yourworks for consideration. DEADLINE IS March 15,2004.
2) Please include a vita with yourapplication.
3) All paintings (oil, acrylics, mixedmedia), photographs or sculptures must be originalworks.
4) Artists selected to participate will beable to show their works on ONE or TWO display panels (48 x 84inches), which will accommodate from 1, 2 or 4 paintings,depending on size: (4) size 14x18, (2) size 18x36 or 36x18, or (1)36x48 inches. Oversize works subject to additionalcharge.
5) All artwork must be ready to hangand be delivered between APRIL 10-13, 2004,between 10 a.m.and 5 p.m. We will NOT accept any deliveries after April 13,2004.
6) All artwork must be accompanied bya label (in bold type) containing: artist's name, nationality and theyear of birth; title of the work; media and selling price.
7) The charge to painters is $ 60, plusone bottle of WHITE wine & a plate of appetizers PER DISPLAYPANEL. For sculptors, the same fee for 2 pedestals.
8) Artists are required to be at theMuseum on the opening evening on May 11, 2004 already at 5p.m. -- to meet the other artists and for photos, before theguests arrive. Artists will be introduced to our guests at 6:30 p.m.Each artist will have about TWO MINUTES to introduce themselvesand say a few words about their art.
9) Each artist will receive 30 post-cardinvitations PER DISPLAY PANEL to invite their friends. Weencourage you to bring as many friends as you like, but you areexpected to bring at least 12 guests PER DISPLAY PANEL.Reception is on the opening day, 6-8 p.m. Artists toarrive by 5 p.m.
10) The Museum of European Art willreceive commission of 25%, if a work of art is sold either by theartist or by the Museum during the exhibition. Works shown at theexhibition and sold by the artist within 3 months to someone whoattened the exhibition are also subject to the 25% commission. Wewill NOT be responsible for any possible damage or loss of anyof your works.
12) All visitors and artists will havethe opportunity to vote on their favorite work. Artists will receivecertificates for the top three works.The winner will be announced andshown at the next exhibition opening.
For more information, please contact:John Zavrel: zavrel@meaus.com
Please fill out this form, and mail itwith your photographs (or slides) and vita to John Zavrel, MUSEUM OFEUROPEAN ART, 10545 Main Streeet, Clarence, New York 14031. Telephone716-759-6078. By e-mail, zavrel@meaus.com
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