Carnegie Hall’s 23rd Annual
2012 Season of Colors Juried Art Exhibition
Opening Reception Friday, September 7, 2012 5-7pm
Carnegie Hall is pleased to present the 23rd Annual Season of Colors Juried Art Exhibition. This year’s theme is “TUMULTUOUS,” defined as “uproarious, riotous, or turbulent."
Download the entry form
WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Any artist 18 years and older
WHAT IS ELIGIBLE? Two-dimensional works in categories of oil painting, drawing, watercolor, photography, mixed media and other painting mediums (including acrylics, charcoal and pastels) that reflects the theme. Works will be judged on the basis of originality, technical quality and thematic depth.
ENTRY SPECIFICATIONS: Up to three images may be submitted. Artists selected for inclusion in the exhibit will be represented by no more than two works.
- All works must be original and created within the last two years. Images or very slight variations of images previously exhibited at Carnegie Hall will not be accepted. Work copied from another artist’s painting, photograph, published image or work created under the tutelage of an instructor is not eligible.
- Entries must be framed (unless painting does not require framing) with screw eyes and wire hangers. Carnegie Hall’s picture hanging system cannot accommodate saw-tooth hangers.
- Judges reserve the right to disqualify any work not properly presented.
- Maximum size for judging is 40” x 48”
- Any work over 32” x 36” must contain Plexiglas and not glass.
- Accepted work must remain on exhibit until the end of the show.
HOW TO SEND: Accepted works must be shipped in sturdy, reusable crates or cartons. Please do not use Styrofoam peanuts or pellets. Return postage must be guaranteed. Artist name, address and phone number, along with title of work, medium and price must be attached to back of work.
Digital entries: The filename should be: artist last name_first initial_entry number. Label your CD with your name, as well as title, medium, and size for each entry. All entries must include an original or photocopied entry form. CDs will not be returned. A nonrefundable entry fee of $25.00 for up to three entries is required and must be submitted with entry material.
JUDGING CRITERIA: Works selected will reflect the theme “TUMULTUOUS”. Submitted works should reflect fresh and liberating interpretations of the artists' vision of tumultuous. Works will be judged on the basis of originality, technical quality and thematic depth.
ENTRY FEES: $25 for up to three (3) works. Cash, check, VISA® or MasterCard® accepted. Make Checks payable to: Carnegie Hall, Inc.
WHERE TO SEND: Please return entry form with payment, slides and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to:
Lynn Creamer, Artistic Director
Season of Colors, 105 Church Street
Lewisburg, WV 24901
QUESTIONS & CONCERNS: Please contact Lynn Creamer, Artistic Director at (304) 645-7917.
WHAT CAN YOU WIN?: Season of color awards
Best of Show - $300
Purchase Award - $300
First Place - $200
Second Place - $150
Third Place - $100
West Virginia Watercolor Society Award of Excellence - $150
AWARDS WILL BE PRESENTED FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2012
AT THE AWARDS RECEPTION.
Sales and Awards
Works should be priced for sale or labeled NFS (not for sale).
Carnegie Hall will process all sales of artwork and retain a 25% handling fee for each transaction. Carnegie Hall will collect 6% WV sales tax.
10. CALENDAR:
Deadline for all entries: Postmarked July 6, 2012
Notification of accepted works: Week of August 6, 2012
Deadline for receiving work: August 31, 2012
Awards Reception: Friday, September 7, 2012 (5 – 7PM)
Exhibition closes: Friday, October 27, 2012
Dates to pick up work: Monday, October 29 to Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Shipped works will be prepared and mailed by November 15, 2012