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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Itty Bitty Art Show Call

TBA SPACE 1039 CALL FOR ENTRIES: Itty Bitty Art Show (due 03.11.11)

Itty Bitty Art Show
The world is big. Sometimes too big. We are all rushing and bustling about and never get to examine the small things that makes life so great. This is an exhibition of small works. Paintings, photographs, sculpture; you name it. If it’s itty bitty, we want it. Look up close, get personal– the time is now; otherwise you just might miss it.
In order to be considered for the exhibit, you must submit the following:

Entry Form (Download Here)
Entry Fee
Digital Images
Artist Statement

Eligibility: This juried exhibition is open to national and international artists (professional, emerging, and student).
Media/Genre: Open to works of all genres and media.

Two-dimensional Work: No bigger than 10×10 inches (including frame)
Three-dimensional Work: No bigger than 18x18x18 inches

Delivery & Return of Work: All work accepted for the exhibition must arrive ready to install. Work that is not ready to hang or that does not exhibit good craftsmanship may be omitted from the exhibit. Work that differs significantly from its entry image may be disqualified. Work can be hand delivered or shipped. Hand delivered work must be picked up from the gallery by the date specified (see Deadlines).

TBA Space 1039 is not responsible for work left beyond the date specified. Shipped work must be sent in a reusable container with return shipping prepaid. Work should be securely packaged, clearly labeled, and sent with a return shipping label. Work will be returned in the same manner as delivered, or via UPS/USPS.

Accepted work will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition.

Entry Fee: You may submit up to five (5) pieces for a non-refundable entry fee of $20. The entry fee may be paid online or with cash*, check, or money order (checks and money orders should be made payable to TBA Space 1039).
*Please do not send cash payments via mail.

Sale of Work: TBA Space 1039 will not take commission on the sale of artwork. Payment will be made directly to artists.

Images: TBA Space 1039 only accepts digital images for consideration. Images must meet the following specifications:
File Names: Artist’s last name followed by the entry number (i.e. Smith01.jpg, Smith02.jpg)
File Size: Images must be saved in a HIGH QUALITY JPEG format at 72 DPI and no smaller than 1000 pixels in any direction.

Deadlines:
Mar 11: Submissions Due by 11:59 CST
Mar 14: Notifications Emailed
Apr 4: Accepted Work Due to Gallery
Apr 8: Opening Reception
Apr 29: Exhibition Closes
May 5: Return of Work Begins (Pick-up/Ship)
May 20: Deadline for the Pick-Up of Work
To Submit via Mail: Please send all materials (via USPS or UPS only) to:

TBA Space 1039
Itty Bitty Art Show
1039 W. Grand Avenue
Chicago, IL 60622

Submit images using a CD/DVD and clearly label it with your full name and contact information. CD/DVDs will not be returned.

To Submit via Email: Email all materials to tbaspace@gmail.com. Include your full name in the subject line along with “Itty Bitty Art Show.”

Marketing: TBA Space 1039 reserves the right to use images of accepted works for promotional purposes. The gallery may request hi-res images of accepted work upon notification.

Liability: TBA Space 1039 will take the utmost care of your work. Insurance will not be provided for any artwork while on TBA Space 1039’s premises. TBA Space 1039 bears no responsibility and is not liable for damage to, theft of, or change in the condition of artwork while on the gallery premises or as a result of participation with the gallery. The gallery is not responsible for any damage occurred during shipping.

By submitting your payment online, 
you consent to all the conditions specified in the above guidelines. 
Incomplete submissions or submissions that do not comply
with the above guidelines will not be considered. Please click the Paypal button on the right hand side of the screen to pay for your submissions.

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