Statement
PONSHOP Studio and Gallery is excited to host “The Art Attack Show”, a juried art exhibition featuring artists participating in the 2014 Art Attack Event on September 13, 2014.
Eligibility
This exhibit is open to all two-dimensional artists in the Virginia Region who have registered as participating artists with the 2014 Art Attack Event by August 22, 2014. “Two dimensional” artwork is inclusive of mediums including but not limited to: painting, drawing, mixed media, photography, digital graphics, textiles, screen print and lithography.
Submission Requirements
All submitted works are to conform to the following Dimensional and Design Parameters: Frame dimensions ranging in size no smaller than 8” and no larger than 24” in width, no smaller than 10” and no larger than 30” in length (intermediate dimensions are acceptable). All work must be for sale. All entries must be original creations of the artist – no reproductions of others artwork.
Entry Specifications
The theme of “The Art Attack Show” is to celebrate the diverse styles and talents of the region’s visual artists taking part in this year’s Art Attack event. There are no thematic requirements in terms of the content of the artwork, although we ask that you submit work that best represents your style. PONSHOP offers their gallery as
All pieces are to be framed appropriately for gallery display: no gallery clips or saw tooth hangers. Canvas pieces, unless “gallery wrapped” must include a frame. All work must be equipped with hanging wire adequate to support the painting. Textiles intended for wall hanging must include a hanging system. Wet or unprofessionally presented artwork will be rejected.
PONSHOP retains 40% of all sales on works exhibited throughout the duration of the exhibit. Artists will be reimbursed within 30 days of the exhibition closing. Artists are responsible for acquiring insurance on their own artwork. Although PONSHOP will take great care in the hanging and display of artwork, the gallery will not be held responsible for items on exhibit.
Entry Procedure
Entry Fee: $10 flat fee for up to (3) digital submissions.
Step 1: Register as an Art Attack Recruit by emailing artattackfred@gmail.com with ‘2014 recruit’ in the subject line.
Step 2: Entry fee payment to be made at PONSHOP (cash/check/charge) prior to Friday, August 22.
Step 3: Email JPEG Submissions to: submissions@ponshopstudio.com with ‘Art Attack Show Submission’ in the subject line.
JPEG files to be at least 1000 pixels in the longest dimension and may not exceed 3MB each.
File name to include artist’s last name and title (ex. Smith_Red Apples).
Include Artist Name, Title, Medium, Dimensions (including frame) and Retail Price in body of email.
Delivery
Artists are responsible for transporting their work to and from the gallery. Artwork not retrieved after show closing will incur a storage fee of $10 per day
Calendar
Deadline for Registering as a ‘Recruit’ with Art Attack Fredericksburg for eligibility in “The Art Attack Show”: Friday, August 22.
Deadline for Digital Submissions: Friday, August 22 (6pm)
Notification of Acceptance: Tuesday, August 26 (6pm)
Deliver Accepted Work to PONSHOP: Monday, September 1 (10am-6pm)
Opening Reception: Friday, September 5 (6-10pm)
Exhibition Dates: September 5-28, 2014
Pick up of Work: Monday, September 29 (10am-6pm)