>>Proceed to the "Art in the Park" Application Form - 2010
>>Become a Member of the Lawrence Art Guild and receive a discount on show rates.
May 2nd, 2010 - 10:00am to 5:00pm
What: The annual juried outdoor exhibition of fine art sponsored by the Lawrence Art Guild, featuring work by many area artists and continuous musical entertainment, food vendors, and family fun. Over 10,000 people typically attend Art in the Park, Lawrence's premiere arts event.
Where: Located in South Park, 12th & Massachusetts, at the south end of beautiful downtown Lawrence.
When: Always the first Sunday of May. If rained out the event will take place on the following Sunday. Event is open to the public 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Rain or Shine. (Severe weather cancellation will be announced that morning on KLWN 1320AM radio and at 785-838-3662 by 8:00 am.) No Refunds.
Eligibility: Art In the Park is open to any artist 18 or older. Only original fine art is eligible and must comprise the majority of the work to be displayed. Reproductions must be identified as such. Not eligible for entry are macramé, crochet, decoupage, novelties, shell craft, mass-produced T-shirts, and any items made from commercial kits, molds, patterns, or books (even if modified). The Lawrence Art Guild reserves the right to refuse the display and sale of artwork that is not represented by submitted photos or prints, in which case the artist will be asked to leave the show without refund of entry fees. Two dimensional media that are eligible include graphics/printmaking, painting, digital, pastels, photography, and mixed media.
Photography: all prints must be from the artist's original negative or transparency, and processed by the artist or under his/her supervision. Two-dimensional work must be matted or framed.
Jewelry: each piece of jewelry must be comprised of a majority of hand-made components; commercially made beads must be kept to a minimum. Three-dimensional media that are eligible include ceramics, fiber, glass, jewelry, metal, sculpture, wood, and mixed media. A screening committee will judge the overall quality of artwork from the photos/prints submitted. The screening committee's decisions are final.
Photos/Prints: All artists must submit three (3) good quality photos (showing one work each) for each medium of art to be displayed; plus a drawing or photo of their booth set-up. Photographs must be of original art. Attach Jpgs (under 1 mb) with your name and artwork title, medium, and dimensions in the Title Field in the online application.
(NEW) BOOTH FEES AND ENTRY DEADLINES (All deadlines and entry fees will be strictly observed):
Use this online form only if you are paying with a credit card. If you are paying by check, you may only use the paper form linked on the right column(PDF Downloadable Version.)
EARLY BIRD ENTRY: MUST APPLY BY MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2010:
Guild members: $35.00, Non-members: $50.00 per booth space.
REGULAR ENTRY: MUST APPLY BY MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2010:
Guild members: $40.00, Non-members: $55.00 per booth space.
LATE ENTRY: After March 2, 2010, add $25 per booth space.
If two people are sharing a booth the fee is full price for one person and 1/2 price for each additional artist. Additional artists please use the paper application form linked on the upper right and send payment by check.
Senior Citizen booth (60 or older with ID): $5.00 discount per booth space.
All booth spaces are 10x10.
Additional booth space is same price as original booth space.
Display Panels: Artists are encouraged to bring their own display equipment but display panels are available for $15/set. Panels are comprised of two chain-link panels that provide an area 6 ft. tall by 10 ft. wide. One set only per booth. Due to limited quantity of panels, first come, first served.
The registration fee is non-refundable (unless not selected) and includes a processing fee of $5.00. An artist who is not accepted will have all but the processing fee returned.
A member must be a paid-up member to enter at the member rate. Artists may apply for Guild Membership at the same time by completing the Online Membership Form: Lawrenceartguild.org Membership Application.
Setup/Checkout: Artists may set up after check-in at the information table on the east side of the park, beginning at 8:00 a.m. (no earlier!). No electrical outlets are available. Artists must be present with their work. It will not be acceptable to have someone work for you, except for breaks. Ignoring this rule will result in the artist being asked to leave the show without refund of entry fees. Artists are responsible for collecting sales tax (7.89%) on all items sold. A 10% commission on sales will be collected by the Lawrence Art Guild, due at the end of the show. This 10% allows the Guild to make donations and grants to area artists and arts organizations, as well as pay for yearly expenses (advertising, honorarium fees) beyond that which the entry fees afford. Artists must check out at the Information table whether or not any artwork was sold.
Cash Awards: Artists' work will be judged on-site by a panel representing local artists and art organizations. Awards will be based on the overall quality of art displayed by each artist. Best of Show will receive $200, 1st in 3D- $125, 2nd in 3D- $75, 3rd in 3D- $50. The same monetary amounts will be awarded in the 2D category. Honorable Mentions will also be awarded at the discretion of the judges but carry no monetary value.
Liability/Agreement: The Lawrence Art Guild and the City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department accept no responsibility for loss or damage to any artist’s work exhibited at Art in the Park or photographs submitted for jurying. Submission of an entry constitutes permission to have one’s submitted photos/prints used, or art photographed, for publicity purposes and constitutes agreement with all conditions set forth in this prospectus. Artists are encouraged to provide their own insurance for their artwork.
Contact: For questions contact info@lawrenceartguild.org
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