Current Call to Artists:
“New Works”
Submissions now open through Saturday, April 4 at 4pm
Juried by Maine artist Daisy Greene
Daisy Greene
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| River Arts in Damariscotta invites artists to submit work for the upcoming juried show, New Works, an exhibition showcasing artists’ most recent work. Work must have been completed within the past 12 months.
River Arts is pleased to announce that artist Daisy Greene will serve as juror for New Works. Greene taught for many years at Round Top Center for the Arts in Damariscotta. She is known for her expressive paintings inspired by the Maine landscape, where bold color and strong composition blend elements of realism and abstraction. Greene says of her work, “When first asked to make a short statement about my work, my initial response was, I just paint. Yet, as I think about it and look for a common thread connecting my work, I realize there is more than just a painting. Perhaps my work is about a journey — a journey for the artist as well as the viewer. In each painting there is always a space to move into, a place for the light to take us … a mystery, an edge, but with a promise. Perhaps that is how I live each day — moving toward the light in mystery and promise.” New Works is open to all media, including original work in painting, sculpture, fiber, photography, ceramics, original printmaking, drawing, encaustic, pastel, glass and mixed media. Artists working in all styles and approaches are encouraged to apply. Artists may enter two pieces with a size limit of 24 inches in any direction, including frame, or one piece with a size limit of 50 inches in any direction, including frame. This show is open to members and nonmembers alike. The entry fee is $15 for members and $30 for nonmembers. Submissions may be delivered to the gallery now through the deadline of Saturday, April 4 at 4 p.m. For more information, visit riverartsme.org or call 563-6868. New Works will run from Tuesday, April 7 through Saturday, May 16. The public is invited to the opening reception Saturday, April 11 from 2 to 4 p.m.
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Submission Guidelines for all
River Arts Shows
- Work must be labeled with artist’s name, phone and show title.
- Wall pieces must be securely wired with picture wire. Please do not use string, fish line, or floral wire. Saw tooth hangers are not recommended.
- Works must be clean and dry. No wet paint or wet finish allowed.
- Diptychs are allowed but multiple piece works with more than two pieces will not be accepted.
- Wall pieces should not exceed 30 pounds.
- All pieces must fit the size limits described in the Call to Artists. No exceptions.
- All artwork must be original art of living artists. River Arts does not sell nor show reproductions. Giclée copies are not allowed.
- Works previously shown at River Arts should not be entered into juried shows.
Drop Off Artwork:
- Works should be delivered in person to the gallery during gallery hours up to the stated deadline. River Arts does not accept mailed submissions or emailed submissions.
- Entry Forms are available online or in the gallery. We do not mail out forms. Forms should not be altered and the current form for each show must be used. All forms MUST be completely filled out and signed.
- Entry forms, entry fees and artwork should be delivered at the same time in person at the gallery. Entry fees are non-refundable.
- Boxes, bags or packaging should not be left in the gallery.
Notification of Selected work:
- Selected List of Artists will be posted on River Arts’ Website and on Facebook. We will not be emailing or calling submitting artists with notifications.
Pick Up Artwork:
Artwork pick up is during regular gallery hours: Tues – Sat: 10 to 4
- Unselected Work may be picked up immediately following notification.
- End of Show: Selected Work should be retrieved in the final week of a show or as soon as the show ends.
- Work should not be left over the winter in our storage rooms. Please remove all artwork before you leave for the season. Thank you!
- Work left for more than 6 months at River Arts is considered abandoned and becomes the property of River Arts.
Sales:
- All submitted works must be for sale.
- River Arts retains 35% commission on all sales.
- Sales after the show comes down: River Arts depends upon commissions from sales to continue to thrive. Artists whose work sells as a result of showing at River Arts should remember to provide the commission to River Arts. Thank you.
- River Arts discourages buyers from negotiating prices so it is best to reasonably price artwork for sale. Prices should be based on your history of selling similar works.
- Payments to artists will be made promptly in the week after a show ends. This applies to all sales: Show Works, Bin Works and River Room Works.
Advertising:
- Works submitted to River Arts may be used in advertising on our Webpages, newspapers, Facebook, Instagram or others. If you wish to submit a photo image, please email jpegs to info@riverartsme.org. Please label jpeg file with artist’s first and last name. For example: Winslow Homer
- If you wish to have a page in our Bio Book, please send a one page word document (not a PDF) to info@riverartsme.org or bring in a printed page and we will add you to our book.
River Arts uses all possible care in handling and storing artwork. River Arts’ volunteers and staff will not be held responsible for damaged or lost artwork.