All artists, established & emerging are invited to submit work for our annual unjuried open invitation exhibition, SPECTRUM.
The first 25 works of art submitted will be featured in a 3 week group exhibition from July 2 - 19!
The goal of this exhibition is to showcase the talented artists in our community working in a broad spectrum of styles, media & subject matter; to create an inclusive & level playing field for artists at varying stages of their careers; & to present a diverse & engaging art experience.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
The first 25 artists to arrive with 1 work of art will be accepted for the exhibition. Artists, bring your artwork to the gallery on the date & time outlined below for the opportunity to participate.
What to Submit: 1 original work of art in any media, style & subject.
Accepted artists will be asked to e-mail a 1 page artist bio/statement.
Where: Silk Purse Arts Centre, 1570 Argyle Ave.
When: Monday, June 29 between 4 - 5 pm.
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
a) 1 work of art per artist.
b) Work must be gallery ready: have appropriate mounting/hanging hardware ie: hanging wire, d-rings etc. Frames with easel backs will not be accepted.
c) Max Size:
Wall mounted artwork: 24” x 24” (including frame if work is framed)
Free-standing sculpture: height 24" diameter 10". (Due to spacial limitations we may not be able to accept all sculpture submissions)
d) Current WVCAC Membership.
e) $10 entry fee.
EXHIBITION INFORMATION
Installation & Uninstallation: Installation will be executed by the WVCAC. Artwork to be retrieved by artists on Sunday, July 19 at 4 pm.
Sales: The WVCAC will process all sales & take a 35% commission.
Promotion: The WVCAC will promote the exhibition in various online & print publications.
First Thursdays Art Walk: July 2 from 6-8 pm The Silk Purse will be open to the public for the Art Walk, a celebration of local artists, art spaces, public art, creativity & community.
Inquiries to Gallery Manager Steven Snider steven.wvcac@shaw.ca
