Maplestone Gallery ~ Call for Submissions

~ CURVES ~

Curves. Dangerous, flowing, swirling, rolling, undulating, fabulous curves! Soft sensuous curves juxtaposed against the sharp edgy materials of mosaics. Mosaics in any medium will be considered. There are no size restrictions. Two and three-dimensional works accepted.

Deadline for Entries is 8PM March 7, 2010

All types of mosaic art will be considered - from tiny gems to larger sculptural pieces. There are no material or size restrictions. In the interest of showcasing as many artists as possible, there is a maximum of three entries per artist. Of course, all work must be original to the submitting artist. Send us your best!


The deadline for submissions is 8pm EST March 7, 2010.
We will confirm our selections on March 10, 2010
Accepted artwork must be received by April 5, 2010

This is a juried show sponsored by the gallery.

Prize for Best in Show $250 Canadian

A non-refundable entry fee of $25 Cdn must be included with your submissions. The fee is the same no matter the number of entries.


Show runs April 10 to May 30, 2010


Maplestone Gallery
142 Mill Street
Creemore, Ontario
Canada L0M 1G0
Tel: (705) 520-0067 Cell: (416) 779-9264



Some Specifics:

1. A maximum of three entries per artist. The deadline for submissions is March 7, 2010.

2. The entry form or an email containing the entry information must be fully complete and submitted with a JPEG of the entire piece(s). One additional JPEG of each work showing detail may also be submitted. No more than two pictures for each work. The pictures should be identified with the name of the artist and the title of the work. Please no JPEGS larger than 2 mb. Entries must be submitted via email addressed to:

suzannesteeves@earthlink.net

3. Artists of the selected works will be required to sign a loan agreement.

If your work is selected:

1. Loan Agreement - Artists of the selected works will be required to sign a loan agreement. If you would like an advance copy of the loan agreement please email me.

2. Delivery - Shipping to and from the gallery and insurance coverage during shipping is the responsibility of the artist. Artwork must be received by the Gallery by April 5, 2010. We will accept hand deliveries at the gallery on April 3 and 4 between 10am and 4pm (other dates may be mutually agreed to). If shipping, all work should be in reusable boxes or crates. Return shipping and insurance must be prepaid. Please note, Maplestone Gallery will not be responsible for any loss or damage that occurs during shipping. If you are shipping from outside Canada I will send you an email with specific instructions (to help ensure a smooth transition through customs), in addition we will make arrangements in advance for return shipping.



3. The Art – All work must be delivered ready to hang or display. If your piece requires a pedestal or has other special display requirements these must be included with the art unless otherwise agreed to. In addition, the gallery reserves the right to reject any work that varies from the original submitted pictures.

4.Publicity/Promotion - Maplestone Gallery will have the right to reproduce the images and information supplied by the artist for advertising, promotion and media purposes. In addition, the gallery may take pictures of the art and use those for advertising, promotion and media purposes.

5. Commission - If the work is sold during the exhibition or within 30 days after the exhibition (as result of the exhibition), Maplestone Gallery will take a commission of 25%. Payments will be mailed to the artist within 10 business days of the sale of any work.

6. Insurance - While on exhibit in the gallery work will be insured by the Gallery. However, the artist is responsible for insuring the work during shipping to and from the gallery.

If you have any questions please email me at suzannesteeves@earthlink.net

Looking forward to our next show!!

Suzanne

MAPLESTONE GALLERY

CURVES – CALL FOR ARTISTS ENTRY FORM

DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: March 7, 2010

Please note that prices should include the gallery commission of 25%.


Artist: _________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________

City: ______________________Province/State:_______________

Country: _____________________ Postal/Zip ___________________

Phone:______________________

Email: _________________________________________________

Mosaic #1

Title: _________________________________________________

Dimensions: ______________________ Year Created: ______________

Materials: _________________________________________________

Artist’s Statement: (attach) Price: _______________________________

Mosaic #2

Title: _________________________________________________

Dimensions: ______________________ Year Created: ______________

Materials: _________________________________________________

Artist’s Statement: (attach) Price : _______________________________

Mosaic #3

Title: _________________________________________________

Dimensions: ______________________ Year Created: ______________

Materials: _________________________________________________

Artist’s Statement: (attach) Price: _________