CALL FOR ENTRIES
Form & Function: Art for Living
Exhibition dates: December 4 - December 21, 2014
Application Deadline: November 7, 2014
Important Information:
Artists Notified: November 11, 2014
Art Drop Off: November 24 2014, 3-7 pm
Art Pick Up: December 21, 2014, 5-7 pm
About the exhibit:
Form & Function is an exhibition of unique, one-of-a-kind, handcrafted objects both aesthetic in form and utilitarian in nature. It is a juried exhibition showcasing the art and design of the best regional fine and applied arts including but not limited to basketry, ceramics, textiles, wearable art, glass, metal, furniture, jewelry, and toys. We are looking for work that crosses the boundary between art and craft, work that shows the aesthetic of making beautiful and interesting objects and explores the artistry of functionality. Accepted media: Clay, fiber, glass, wood, metal, and mixed media.
Juror: Kate Eilertsen
Kate Eilertsen is the Director of the Sonoma Valley Museum of Arts. Previous jobs include Acting Director of Visual Arts at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, Director and Special Projects Manager at UC Berkeley Museum at Blackhawk, and Director of Exhibitions at Harvard University Art Museums.
Entry Fees:
$25.00 for the first image, $5.00 for each additional image, five (5) images maximum. For Arts Benicia members, $20.00 for the first image; additional images are $5.00 each. JPEGs only.
How to Enter:
Email your submissions to: [email protected].
Email subject heading: "Form & Function Submission"
Provide complete contact information including: Name, Address, Phone Number, Email, and Website URL.
For each work submitted provide:
- Title
- Dimensions
- Value
- Media
- Brief Description
Images:
Up to FIVE jpeg images may be submitted.
Only digital images will be considered.
Please label your files as follows: Last name_Title.jpg
Send your high-resolution jpg files as email attachments.
ALL ENTRIES MUST BE RECEIVED BY November 7 IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED.
Jury Notification: All artists will be notified by November 11.
Delivery: Accepted work must be delivered to Arts Benicia on
Monday November 24 between 3-7 pm.
Location: Arts Benicia, 991 Tyler St. #114, Benicia, CA 94510
Forms and Payment: Your signed exhibitor contract, inventory form, and entry fees are due by November 24.
Shipping:
Artists are responsible for all shipping costs.
Sales:
Artists will receive 60% on the sale of their work.
Artwork pick up:
Unsold artwork must be retrieved from Arts Benicia on
Sunday, December 21, 5-7 pm.
If you cannot pick up your art work yourself, or arrange to have your work picked up by someone else on Sunday, December 21, please make alternative arrangements with Arts Benicia. Otherwise a late fee of $10/day will be applied to any work not picked up. To make alternate arrangements please contact Program Coordinator Mary Shaw: [email protected].
Important note: Arts Benicia will be CLOSED from
December 22-January 7, 2015.
Eligibility:
All artists are eligible; accepted media: Clay, fiber, glass, wood, metal, and mixed media.
Entry Fee Payment Options:
1. Online: Visit artsbenicia.org, click on "donate". Enter fee amount.
On the 2nd screen, type "Form & Function" into "Add special instructions" field.
2. Pay by check - mail to:
Arts Benicia
Form & Function
c/o Mary Shaw
991 Tyler St. #114
Benicia CA, 94510.
Make Checks payable to: Arts Benicia. Write "Form & Function"
in memo line.
3. Credit card: Call the office at 707.747.0131. Office hours are 12-5 pm, Wednesday through Friday. Messages will be responded to within two business days.
To become an Arts Benicia Member:
1. Online: Visit artsbenicia.org and click "join now".
2. Pay by check: Mail $35 artist membership fee to: Arts Benicia, 991 Tyler St. #114, Benicia CA, 94510. Checks payable to: Arts Benicia. Write "membership" on check. Please include full name, address, email, and phone number.
3. Credit card: Call the office at 707.747.0131. Office hours are 12-5 pm, Wednesday through Friday. Messages will be responded to within two business days.
Form & Function
Application deadline: 11/7/14
Artists Notified: 11/11/14
Work drop-off: 11/24/14, 3-7 pm
Exhibit opens: 12/4/14
Opening reception: 12/6/14, 7:00-9:00 pm
Family Art Day: 12/14/14
Artist talk: TBD (tentatively scheduled for 12/21/14)
Show closes: 12/21/14
Work pick up: 12/21/14, 5-7 pm
About the gallery:
Arts Benicia's pristine 2,000 square foot gallery is the focal point of a large artists' community based in Benicia's Historic Arsenal District. We leverage the talent and dedication of our member artists to serve the greater community, and we promote and advocate for the artists to the greater community as well.
Mission Statement:
"Arts Benicia's mission is to stimulate, educate and nurture cultural life in Benicia primarily through the visual arts. This community based non-profit organization provides exhibitions, educational programs, and classes that support visual artists and engage the broader community."
Questions?
Email [email protected] or call 707.747.0131. Visit artsbenicia.org for additional information.
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