Tuesday, March 3, 2009
CALL TO ARTISTS: Renewal Art Show
Words Hannah Serrano
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2009 at 3:42 am
Call to artists
It is my honor and pleasure to be invited once again this year to jury the Renewal Art Show at the Warehouse in Norfolk.
The event’s organizers have announced a call to artists for submissions. The deadline is March 27.
I was a juror last year along with the esteemed Miss Ragan Cole-Cunningham of CAC and the infamous Captain Carl, “art patron extraordinaire.” It seemed oh-so-long ago; I was yet a young Arts & Culture Editor at Port Folio, eager to make use of my many years of devotion to art history.
In particular being involved with the show allowed me the chance to experience on a very acute level the fierce and quiet passion that unknown local artists have for their personal and professional work, the diversity of talent and perspective; and now I’m again ever-grateful to be bestowed it once more.
This year, my fellow jurors include regional artist Nancy Dooley and the exceptional Rick Nickel, ceramics professor at ODU. Rick was a recipient of a special jurors’ award last year for his dynamic sculpture of a Garden of Eden-inspired tableaux.
The show is an annual juried exhibit welcoming entries of all media and style. Artistic interpretation of the theme, ‘renewal,’ weighs as heavily into the judgment process as technical merit.
Last year’s show was extremely well-attended–packed, actually–and the live performance by local artist Cherie Roe was unforgettable. I’ve attended a great many art openings, and that one was on par with an exhilirating night in Chelsea.
I hope you will think about participating in this awesome show and submit your artwork; or at least that you will save the date of the show, April 24. It will be another blockbuster art event, I’m certain.
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ABOUT THE WRITER
did not go to journalism school. She studied art history rather. She was born in the Philippines, raised in Virginia Beach, and always loved words more than pictures but had a feeling she might be bad with deadlines. Nevertheless, after university Serrano moved back to the area and eventually became the Arts & Culture Editor at Port Folio Weekly. When the ship went down at PFW, she started 24SevenCities, which is now AltDaily, which is what you are reading now. If you like what's on this site, let her know by emailing hannah@altdaily.com. If you don't, forward your complaints to her partner Jesse Scaccia at jesse@altdaily.com.
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are they going to have sexy dancers again?
I don’t know what you’re talking about “sexy dancers.” George, did you get wasted and stumble into an art opening thinking it was a strip club again?
Anyhow, for those that are interested, here’s more about RENEWAL…
For a complete application please email artshows@symphonicforthecity.com
RENEWAL
A Juried Art Exhibit inspired by the cultural and spiritual themes associated with creation, resurrection and rebirth.
“THE WAREHOUSE” 1229 West Olney Road, Norfolk, VA
Friday, April 24, 2009
JUDGING
Works will be reviewed and selected for final jury by a selection committee and then finally judged and awarded by juror. Please note that work will be judged AS STRONGLY on its interpretation of the theme as it will be for its artistic and technical merit. Artists will be notified no later than 2 weeks prior to show date of acceptance or non-acceptance.
Cash Prizes for First, Second and Third Placements.
JURORS
Hannah Serrano, Editor/Publisher of 24SevenCitiesMagazine
Richard Nickel, Associate Professor of Art Education & Ceramics, Old Dominion University
Nancy Dooley, Artist
SUBMISSION GUIDELINES & ELIGIBILITY
Media: Only original works will be accepted. All media, styles and techniques are welcome. Please note that three dimensional works may only remain on display for opening night.
**Disclaimer**because of the public and multi-use nature of the space some artwork may be selected to show only for the opening reception and the following day and may not remain on display for the duration of the show.
Eligibility: Artists of all ages, levels of experience and personal/professional backgrounds are invited and encouraged to apply.
Entry Requirements: Artists are invited to submit up to 4 pieces. Please indicate on submission form if the pieces are to be considered as a series rather than individually. Space is limited and size may be considered in judging. All work must be READY TO HANG, or it will not be included in the show.
Jpegs or Tiffs are ideal and may be sent via email to: artshows@symphonicforthecity.com
Photos, cd’s and slides may be mailed to ART SUBMISSIONS P.O. Box 10456 Virginia Beach, VA 23450. If you would like your CD, Slides or photos back please send a SASE as well with proper postage in place.
If work is submitted on CD-ROM or electronically, send as tiff or jpeg files saved as: Last Name of Artist-Title.ext, for example: Jones-Beauty.jpeg or Jones-Beauty.tiff. Adobe Photoshop will be used to open these documents. Please list all included works on or in the CD case with number as on the hard copy entry form, artist’s name, title of work, media and dimensions.
Slides must be “in focus” 35 mm, 2 inches x 2 inches, non-glass. No thick slides. Entries must be clearly marked with top, front, artist’s name, title of work, medium, dimensions (HxWxD), and number as listed on the entry form. Additional slides of a single 3-D work may be sent at no extra charge. For greater chance of selection, please be sure that the slides are of professional quality, without dust or scratches.
Delivery & Pick-up of Work: Artists are responsible for the delivery and pick up of all artwork. We will not be accepting delivery, nor returning, accepted artwork by mail.
CALENDAR
SUBMISSIONS DUE: March 27th
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE: April 10th
DELIVERY OF ARTWORK: April 14th 6-8 pm, April 11th/18th,1-4 pm
OPENING RECEPTION: April 24th, 7 pm
SHOW REMAINS HANGING THROUGH: May 29th
CLOSING DISCUSSION: May 29th, 7 pm
REMOVAL OF ARTWORK: May 30th, 2-6 pm
*SELECTED WORKS AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL PIECES MAY NEED TO BE REMOVED BY: April 25th
ART SALES
If the artist so desires, a price will be listed on the name placard for your piece(s), however any sale of art must be done solely between the artist and purchaser. No one associated with RENEWAL will be responsible for the handling of any monies or sale of any art. Artists’ contact info will be available upon request at the opening.
MORE INFO
“RENEWAL ” is produced by independent arts patrons and organizations to provide a forum for art and expression in an alternative, non-limiting experience. Those sponsoring include Symphonic for the City, 24SevenCities Magazine, Create Magazine and MC7C. This juried exhibition will be held in an urban setting at THE WAREHOUSE which houses Symphonic for the City. Symphonic for the City holds no liability for any loss or damage to artwork. Further, all parties involved work hard to create an open, inviting community haven for artists and people of all socio-economical, political and religious backgrounds and hope this exhibit serves as a function to unify and inspire the public and all involved.
For further information please email artshows@symphonicforthecity.com
so is that a “no” on the sexy dancers?
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