"Inspired by" - Open Call
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2855 Coral Springs Drive Suite A, Coral Springs, FL 33065
“INSPIRED BY”
You inspire us. What inspires you?
The Coral Springs Museum of Art presents an exhibition demonstrating the artist’s individuality and creativity brought about by personal inspiration. This open theme, open media exhibition asks artists to complete the sentence: “My work is inspired by_____________."
Artists are invited to submit up to…
“INSPIRED BY”
You inspire us. What inspires you?
The Coral Springs Museum of Art presents an exhibition demonstrating the artist’s individuality and creativity brought about by personal inspiration. This open theme, open media exhibition asks artists to complete the sentence: “My work is inspired by_____________."
Artists are invited to submit up to two works to be considered for inclusion in this exhibition.
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION:
Works will be displayed in the Museum’s East Gallery. This is a juried exhibition. Works will be judged and recognized by Museum
Choice and People’s Choice.
Exhibition Dates: February 10-March 2, 2018
- Reception: Thursday, February 15, 2018 6pm
RECOGNITION
Museum Choice:
- Recipient will receive a solo show opportunity in the Kuhn Gallery of the Coral Springs Museum of Art.
- Image will be featured on the banner of the Museum’s Facebook page for duration of exhibition and announced on Museum’s E-Newsletter and Website.
- Recipient will receive one year Museum Membership at the Family Level.
People’s Choice:
- Announcement on Facebook and E-Newsletter.
- Recipient will receive a one year Museum Membership at the Family Level.
ENTRY FEE
A non-refundable jury fee of $40 will be charged for up to two pieces. All entries must be accompanied by entry fee. Fee includes
- Display within Coral Springs Museum of Art
- Complimentary artist reception.
- Potential for award recognition.
HOW TO ENTER
1) Electronic Entry
Email - museuminfo@coralsprings.org with JPEG of each entry. Fill out form below and submit payment. JPEG must follow within 24 hours in order for entry form to be accepted.
Deadline for electronic consideration
- Wednesday, January 13, 2018 5pm
- Notification - Friday, January 19, 2018
- Delivery of selected works - Saturday, February 3, 2018 12pm
2) Drop Off Entry at Museum
This is a “Same Day” Selection Process. Artists are required to return to the Museum between 3pm-5pm confirm acceptance and pick up unselected works. Phone calls will not be accepted.
Drop Off for consideration
- Saturday, February 3, 2018 10am -12n
- Pick up of Unselected Work - Saturday, February 3, 2018 3pm
CONTACT/LOCATION
Coral Springs Museum of Art
2855A Coral Springs Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33065
(954) 340-5000
MUSEUMINFO@coralsprings.org
www.coralspringsmuseum.org
ENTRY PAYMENT
$40 for up to two works may be made by credit card, cash or check. Checks made payable to the Coral Springs Museum of Art can be mailed or hand delivered to the Museum.
Online credit card payment for digital entry must be received by January 13, 2018.
Entry fee must accompany all entries to be considered for this exhibition.
SPECIFICATIONS
Original 2 & 3 dimensional artworks
Theme – Open Media – Open
2 Dimensional works - Original Works Only (No Giclees)
- Size: May not exceed 60” in any direction (including frame)
- Weight: May not exceed 30 lbs.
3 Dimensional works - Original Works Only
- Size: May not exceed 60” in any direction
- Weight: May not exceed 50 lbs.
2D SIZES, PRESENTATIONS & FRAMING
- No diptych or triptych, or other multiple works.
- Original works only - No giclees.
- Work maynot exceed 30 lbs.
- Work must be framed unless produced on 1½”gallery wrapped canvas.
- Frames must be free of damage or wear.
- All sides of gallery wrapped canvas must be finished.
- All work must be properly wired for hanging and should include screw eyes. Sawtooth hangers will not be accepted.
- Frames must be free of any plaques or signage.
- Artist name, title, medium and artist contact information including physical address, telephone and email address must be clearly labeled on the back of the work.
RESTRICTIONS
Works depicting violent, sexual, religious, or political content may not be considered.
PICK UP (LOAD OUT)
If displayed, artist must pick-up/remove artwork from the premises Saturday, March 3, 2018. The Coral Springs Museum of Art will assess a storage fee of $10 per day for works left beyond that date. The charge is to be paid by the artist prior to return of the work.
PRICING THE WORK
Selling price should include a 30% commission markup. Be sure entry form and label reflects the artist price plus 30% museum commission.
COMMISSION
A commission of 30% is kept by the Museum for works sold during the exhibition. Works should be priced accordingly by the artist.
ARTIST RESPONSIBILITY
Artist may not substitute another work for an accepted artwork, withdraw the work once accepted or remove the work during exhibition. No changes in title, value or selling price will be accepted after the selection process. Insurance is the responsibility of the artist. If the artist fails to provide property insurance, the artist assumes all liability.
PUBLICITY/ PRESS REPRODUCTION
The artist grants the Coral Springs Museum of Art and its legal representatives, agents, and assigns the full rights to incorporate images of said artwork on the website and social media. The artist also consents to the use of images of said artwork in any printed matter and advertising and marketing materials use to promote the exhibition. Jpegs of 300DPI
LIABILITY
Utmost care will be taken in handling artworks however the Coral Springs Museum of Art, any of its members, employees or board of directors will not be liable for loss or damage to any work submitted to this exhibition. The artist knowingly, freely and voluntarily waives any right or cause of action of any kind whatsoever arising as a result of loss, theft or destruction of or damage to the personal property placed upon the premises by the artist including but not limited to works of art or other materials from which liability may or could accrue the Coral Springs Museum of Art.
All entries must have Identifiaction tags on the back of the work. The tags are available to download at:
http://coralspringsmuseum.org/call-to-artists-inspired-by-exhibition/