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ArtSpace Maynard Gallery Call for Proposals

GUIDELINES & SUBMISSIONS

ArtSpace Maynard invites artists in all media (except video) to submit proposals for one month solo or group exhibitions for the 2018-2019 season.

SCOPE AND INTENTION

Proposals should be for group or solo exhibitions and present a coherent theme. The proposed exhibit should be based on a unifying concept that is social, historical, philosophical, cultural, political or other. 

Exhibitions are limited to New England artists.

CRITERIA

Quality of work – Clarity and coherence of concept – Ability of artist/curator to complete the project

GALLERY SPACE

ArtSpace Maynard houses 80 studio artists, the Acme Theater and the ArtSpace Gallery. The ArtSpace Gallery is one of the largest and best nonprofit exhibition spaces in Massachusetts. The gallery is 1800 sq. ft., with 150 linear ft. of wall space, 16 ft. of built-in glass display cases and can accommodate large group exhibits. You are encouraged to view the space prior to submitting your proposal.  Gallery floor plans are available.

DUTIES OF SELECTED ARTISTS/CURATOR

  • For group shows there must be one point person or curator who will also attend a Gallery Orientation Session prior to their exhibition.
  • Develop postcards and have them proofed by ArtSpace for approval before ordering.
  • Postcards must adhere to USPS guidelines.
  • Order and mail post cards to their mailing lists.
  • Provide 1000 postcards to ArtSpace for mailing to ArtSpace mailing list.
  • Provide artist statements and print-ready images for publicity.
  • Deliver Artwork, Install and Remove Exhibit.
  • Prepare an opening reception with refreshments on the designated date.
  • Gallery sitting by artist or designee is required on Saturdays from 11am – 3pm.

ARTSPACE SUPPORT

  • Listing in Art New England or Artscope, local and regional media.
  • Preparing and distributing press releases.
  • Mailing and postage to the ArtSpace mailing list.
  • Gallery sitting Wednesdays through Fridays.
  • The gallery receives a thirty percent (30%) commission on the sale of artwork. but does not guarantee a sale of artwork.
  • ArtSpace offers limited insurance for loaned work.

PROPOSAL TIME LINE

 Proposal Deadline: May 14

Artist’s Notification: June 14

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

ArtSpace will be accepting electronic submissions only through CAFÉ Call for Entry

  1. Statement of Concept:  The statement must begin with an exhibition title and list of participating artists followed by a brief summary (2000 character limit, including spaces) of the intention of the show.  If it is a group show, elaborate as to how each of the artist’s work relates to the central concept.
  2. Resumes/CV: 1 to 2 pages for each artist.  For a group show, you will need to combine all resumes into one document before uploading it.
  3. Artist Agreement for Group Shows: You must have secured participation of all the artists in your proposal prior to submitting your application.
  4. Images: 20 images maximum (JPEG format, no smaller than 1920 pixels on the longest side, 72 ppi/dpi, 5 MB maximum file size)
  5. Application Fee:  $25.00 payable by Master Card or VISA on the CAFÉ Call for Entry website

CAFÉ CALL FOR ENTRY SUBMISSIONS

How to Apply FAQ: https://www.callforentry.org/faq.phtml
How to Prepare Your Images: https://www.callforentry.org/image_prep.phtml