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Exhibition Opportunities & Call for Entries

LCAA's Nat'l Juried Exhibition 2010

Juror

Katharine T. Carter is president and CEO of Katharine T. Carter & Associates - a team of leading art experts providing comprehensive professional consulting to artists. As a practicing artist Carter had over 20 one-woman exhibitions in museums and leading college and university art galleries throughout the country. Her paintings have received attention from critics of national and international prominence such as: Donald Kuspit, William Zimmer, Robert Mahoney and others. She taught at Drew University, Rutgers and other universities in NY and NJ. Since 1985, Katharine T. Carter & Associates has secured over 500 one-person museum exhibitions for artist clients.

Eligible Works

All original work in all media is eligible for entry. Work previously shown in the LCAA galleries will not be accepted. Artwork must have been completed in the past three years. The exhibit is open to all artists 18 years or older.

Categories

Oil & Acrylic, Watercolor, Photography, Sculpture & Ceramics, Other Media (pastel, mixed media, etc.)

Awards

$3,000 in cash prizes will be awarded by the juror.

  • Best of Show - All Media - $500

  • First Place in each Category - $250

  • Second Place in each Category - $150

  • Third Place in each Category - $100

Deadline

All entries must be postmarked no later than April 3, 2010.

Entry Fees

Entry fee per piece - $10 LCAA members, $15 non-members.

Prospectus

The prospectus is available for download by clicking the brushstroke.

Click here for printable pdf file of the prospectus for the Nat'l Juried Show.

To receive the prospectus by mail, send SASE to the Lancaster County Art Association, 149 Precision Ave., Strasburg, PA 17579.

The National Juried Exhibition is sponsored by James S. Gibson of the Gibson-Luckenbill Group, RBC Wealth Management.

Lancaster Parking Authority’s

“Art on Orange”

Temporary Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition

Introduction

The Lancaster Parking Authority (LPA) is offering one artist or sponsoring organization the opportunity to display outdoor artwork in a highly visible city location. This is the first time Lancaster Parking Authority has offered an art exhibition opportunity and, if successful, the program could expand into an annual event.

Background

The temporary display of a single work of outdoor art will take place on W. Orange Street in front of the Prince Street parking garage, located in downtown Lancaster. The Prince Street Garage, which has 1,150 spaces, is used by commuters, visitors to Lancaster, and patrons of near-by shops and attractions such as Central Market and Fulton Opera House. The Garage features unique architectural elements including a cylindrical access ramp and a night-time LED display. The site is near the entrance to Lancaster’s Gallery Row which attracts thousands of visitors to the city for First Friday and the spring and autumn Art Walks. Selected artwork will be on display from April 1, 2010 to October 18, 2010.

Eligibility

This opportunity is open to professional artists or sponsoring organizations residing or located in Lancaster County, PA. The selected artist or sponsoring organization will be responsible for installation, insurance, maintenance and repair, removal of the artwork and the restoration of the site.

Lancaster Parking Authority is offering a $500 honorarium.

Scope of Work

One artist or sponsoring organization will be chosen for this project. The site, which benefits from some lighting, is on Orange Street. A concrete pad will be provided along with an identifying sign. The sign will be in a material and of a format selected by the Lancaster Parking Authority. Artist’s or sponsoring organization’s phone number or web-site address will be placed on the sign.

The selected artist will be expected to work with Lancaster Parking Authority representatives to coordinate installation and removal of the work. Artwork may be subject to various restrictions, for example: an artwork may not be placed in the street, may not impede pedestrian traffic or vehicular site lines, may not pose a safety hazard or may be required to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Media

Artwork shall be of a suitable outdoor media that is durable, permanent, presents no public safety hazards and can be easily maintained. Materials should be appropriate for the site.

ADA – (Americans with Disabilities Act) and Local Code Compliance

There is a requirement that the selected artwork shall not impinge on any ADA clearances or code compliances. The selected artist or sponsoring organization will coordinate with Lancaster Parking Authority to ensure correct and safe orientation.

Selection Criteria

  • Compatibility with the site, design, theme and function of the adjacent building.

  • Highly durable, safe, low-maintenance artwork that will withstand constant contact with the public.

  • Artistic excellence, innovation, creativity and originality, as demonstrated by submitted materials.

  • Appropriateness and relevance of style.

  • Quality of work.

Application Deadline

Friday, January 22, 2010

Application materials must be received by January 22, 2010. Applications received after January 22, 2010 will not be considered. Please send application materials to:

The Public Art Manager
City of Lancaster
120 N. Duke Street
P.O. Box 1599
Lancaster, PA 17608-1599

Selection Process

1) A seven-member panel appointed by the Lancaster Parking Authority, including a Lancaster Parking Authority representative, arts professionals and community members will review the proposals. The panel will select one artist or sponsoring organization for the award.

2) The Lancaster Parking Authority Board will be informed of the panel’s decision. Once the decision has been approved by the Lancaster Parking Authority, a contract will be executed.

The Lancaster Parking Authority reserves the right not to select any of the applicants.

Submission Requirements

Each artist or sponsoring organization may submit images of up to three completed sculptures or proposed pieces for consideration.

To apply, please submit the following:

  • One virus free CD with images in JPG format with a resolution no greater than 200 dpi, 600 x 800 pixels and formatted for the PC environment. All image files must be labeled as follows:

  • Artist’s last name_first initial_image number.jpg (example: smith_a_01.jpg) and correspond with an annotated image list.

  • Do not send PowerPoint presentations or digital videos; only send separate JPG images.

  • CDs must be clearly labeled with the artist’s first and last name.

  • CD’s not meeting these requirements will not be eligible for review

  • One copy - Image identification list indicating name, title, medium, dimensions (HxWxD) and price (if the piece is for sale).

  • One copy – A detailed statement describing the proposed method of installation for each work.

  • Installation information should include the size base required, what equipment will be used to accomplish the installation, any special requirements or assistance needed.

  • One Copy - Current resume (no longer than two pages).

Application materials will not be returned unless specifically requested and must be accompanied by a self addressed stamped envelope of the appropriate size.

The artist and/or sponsoring organization is responsible for TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM THE SITE, INSTALLATION, INSURANCE, MAINTENANCE, TIMELY REMOVAL of the artwork, and RESTORATION OF THE SITE. Artwork may be subject to various restrictions, for example: an artwork may not be placed in the street, may not impede pedestrian traffic, may not pose a safety hazard or may be required to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Insurance will be the responsibility of the selected artist or sponsoring organization.

Schedule

  • January 22, 2010 Application Deadline

  • Early February 2010 Selection Panel Reviews Applications

  • Late February 2010 Artist Notified

  • Early March, 2010 Contract executed

  • April 1, 2010 Artwork Installed

  • October 18, 2010 Artwork Removed

Information about the Lancaster Parking Authority can be found at:
www.lancasterparkingauthority.com

For additional information or questions about applying to Art on Orange please call Leslie Fordham, City of Lancaster 970-291-4740 or send an email to lfordham@cityoflancasterpa.com

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