Call For Art, bicycle themed art exhibit
Call For Art
“Spoked! ”
A Juried Art Exhibition At:
Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery
2028 S. 12th Street
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 258-4299
www.SoulardArtMarket.com
Call to Artists:
The Soulard Art Market and Contemporary Gallery is calling for submissions to “Spoked!” a juried exhibition of local artists. Exhibition runs from September 4th, 2009 through October 2nd, 2009. S.A.M. is looking to represent a select group of artists in our Contemporary Art Gallery, to exhibit alongside our 15 resident artists.
Exhibition Theme:
In conjunction with the Tour of Missouri, which is a world-class cycling event, we are proud to announce our exhibition “Spoked”. We are seeking artworks that feature bicycling as a theme for inclusion in our show. Our gallery is on the race route and we have special hours and events planned that are sure to draw a crowd. The eyes of the world will be looking our way and we’re gearing up for the liveliest show this town has seen. Get crankin’!
Submission Guidelines:
-Submission is FREE!
- Artists may submit up to three original works for consideration.
- 2D artwork must be framed and ready for hanging (no saw tooth hangers please). Unframed “gallery wrapped” canvasses are acceptable.
- Sculpture should be no taller than six feet. Artists must provide their own pedestals, if needed.
-No video or ceiling suspended work will be accepted.
- All artwork for consideration must be submitted via JPEG/JPG image.
- File size for each JPEG/JPG cannot exceed 500kb and should be named as such: Artist’s Name_Artwork Title_Dimensions.jpg
(John Smith_Artwork1_16x20.jpg)
- Accompanying e-mail must include the following: Title/ Media/Measurements, Artist’s name, and contact information (e-mail address & phone number).
- Website address submissions will not be accepted.
-Send submission e-mail and JPEG/JPG(s) to: jury@soulardartmarket.com
- Late entries will not be accepted, no exceptions.
- Accepted artists must be willing to be filmed and/or must be willing and available to participate in any press interviews, documentaries, and/or photo releases. Artists must be willing to have their artwork filmed or included in any press releases, articles or other publications as seen fit by the show curators.
-Accepted artists must submit an operational costs fee of $30.
Awards:
-One accepted artist will be selected to receive the “Juror’s Choice Award”.
-The award will be presented to the recipient during a special ceremony at the Opening Reception.
-The winning artist will be recognized as the gallery’s “Spotlight Artist” with a featured space in the gallery during a future exhibition.
Sales and Commission:
-Soulard Art Market does not charge a commission on sales made during the exhibition. Artists will retain 100% of sales. Artists may list works as NFS.
Auction Donations:
-We are encouraging artists who submit to the show to consider donating bicycle themed artwork to a charity silent auction. All proceeds will go directly to the Big Brothers Big Sisters Amachi program which assists children of incarcerated parents.
-Each artist who donates an artwork valued greater than $100 to the auction will have his/her name entered into a drawing to receive 2 tickets (value $500) to the Tour of Missouri Gala- a black tie affair presenting the best 125 cyclists from around the world. The auction as well as the gala will be held on September 6th, 2009 at the City Museum.
-Artists interested in making a donation should include information about the donated works in the same manner as their other entries for the show. Donated works do not count toward your 3 piece submission maximum. We will hold the ticket drawing on August 31, 2009 and will notify the winner immediately. Thanks in advance for your support of this worthy cause.
Show Schedule:
– Submission Deadline: August 16th, 2009
– Accepted Artist Notification: August 22nd, 2009
– Drop off Accepted Works: August 27th & 28th, 2009 - 6 pm to 9 pm
August 29th & 30th, 2009 - 12 pm to 5 pm
-Opening Reception: September 4th, 2009 - 7pm to 10pm
-Encore Viewing Party: September 5th, 2009 - 7pm to 10pm
-Tour of Missouri Race & Special Events: September 7th, 2009 - 12pm to 6pm
-Art Pickup: October 3rd & 4th, 2009 - 12pm to 5 pm
Artwork not picked up by the deadline will be donated to charity.
About Us:
The Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery is a unique studio and gallery complex located in the historic Soulard neighborhood of Saint Louis, Missouri. Maintained by a core of fifteen professional artists, The Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery is a venture which strives towards making a difference...
In partnership with the gallery is Youth Education and Health in Soulard. YEHS is a nonprofit community-based organization that was founded in 1972 to develop needed services in order to save the historic Soulard neighborhood from being torn down and to prevent the displacement of low and moderate income residents of the area. YEHS also hosts summer employment/training, tutoring, and recreation for disadvantaged St. Louis youths.
“Spoked! ”
A Juried Art Exhibition At:
Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery
2028 S. 12th Street
St. Louis, MO 63104
(314) 258-4299
www.SoulardArtMarket.com
Call to Artists:
The Soulard Art Market and Contemporary Gallery is calling for submissions to “Spoked!” a juried exhibition of local artists. Exhibition runs from September 4th, 2009 through October 2nd, 2009. S.A.M. is looking to represent a select group of artists in our Contemporary Art Gallery, to exhibit alongside our 15 resident artists.
Exhibition Theme:
In conjunction with the Tour of Missouri, which is a world-class cycling event, we are proud to announce our exhibition “Spoked”. We are seeking artworks that feature bicycling as a theme for inclusion in our show. Our gallery is on the race route and we have special hours and events planned that are sure to draw a crowd. The eyes of the world will be looking our way and we’re gearing up for the liveliest show this town has seen. Get crankin’!
Submission Guidelines:
-Submission is FREE!
- Artists may submit up to three original works for consideration.
- 2D artwork must be framed and ready for hanging (no saw tooth hangers please). Unframed “gallery wrapped” canvasses are acceptable.
- Sculpture should be no taller than six feet. Artists must provide their own pedestals, if needed.
-No video or ceiling suspended work will be accepted.
- All artwork for consideration must be submitted via JPEG/JPG image.
- File size for each JPEG/JPG cannot exceed 500kb and should be named as such: Artist’s Name_Artwork Title_Dimensions.jpg
(John Smith_Artwork1_16x20.jpg)
- Accompanying e-mail must include the following: Title/ Media/Measurements, Artist’s name, and contact information (e-mail address & phone number).
- Website address submissions will not be accepted.
-Send submission e-mail and JPEG/JPG(s) to: jury@soulardartmarket.com
- Late entries will not be accepted, no exceptions.
- Accepted artists must be willing to be filmed and/or must be willing and available to participate in any press interviews, documentaries, and/or photo releases. Artists must be willing to have their artwork filmed or included in any press releases, articles or other publications as seen fit by the show curators.
-Accepted artists must submit an operational costs fee of $30.
Awards:
-One accepted artist will be selected to receive the “Juror’s Choice Award”.
-The award will be presented to the recipient during a special ceremony at the Opening Reception.
-The winning artist will be recognized as the gallery’s “Spotlight Artist” with a featured space in the gallery during a future exhibition.
Sales and Commission:
-Soulard Art Market does not charge a commission on sales made during the exhibition. Artists will retain 100% of sales. Artists may list works as NFS.
Auction Donations:
-We are encouraging artists who submit to the show to consider donating bicycle themed artwork to a charity silent auction. All proceeds will go directly to the Big Brothers Big Sisters Amachi program which assists children of incarcerated parents.
-Each artist who donates an artwork valued greater than $100 to the auction will have his/her name entered into a drawing to receive 2 tickets (value $500) to the Tour of Missouri Gala- a black tie affair presenting the best 125 cyclists from around the world. The auction as well as the gala will be held on September 6th, 2009 at the City Museum.
-Artists interested in making a donation should include information about the donated works in the same manner as their other entries for the show. Donated works do not count toward your 3 piece submission maximum. We will hold the ticket drawing on August 31, 2009 and will notify the winner immediately. Thanks in advance for your support of this worthy cause.
Show Schedule:
– Submission Deadline: August 16th, 2009
– Accepted Artist Notification: August 22nd, 2009
– Drop off Accepted Works: August 27th & 28th, 2009 - 6 pm to 9 pm
August 29th & 30th, 2009 - 12 pm to 5 pm
-Opening Reception: September 4th, 2009 - 7pm to 10pm
-Encore Viewing Party: September 5th, 2009 - 7pm to 10pm
-Tour of Missouri Race & Special Events: September 7th, 2009 - 12pm to 6pm
-Art Pickup: October 3rd & 4th, 2009 - 12pm to 5 pm
Artwork not picked up by the deadline will be donated to charity.
About Us:
The Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery is a unique studio and gallery complex located in the historic Soulard neighborhood of Saint Louis, Missouri. Maintained by a core of fifteen professional artists, The Soulard Art Market & Contemporary Gallery is a venture which strives towards making a difference...
In partnership with the gallery is Youth Education and Health in Soulard. YEHS is a nonprofit community-based organization that was founded in 1972 to develop needed services in order to save the historic Soulard neighborhood from being torn down and to prevent the displacement of low and moderate income residents of the area. YEHS also hosts summer employment/training, tutoring, and recreation for disadvantaged St. Louis youths.
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I just heard that on Sept 6, Soulard Art Market will be the "official" rest stop for the Trailnet bike ride. Over 300 people could potentiall wander into the gallery that day.
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