The Solstice Shoppe - Call for Entry

Shoppe Dates: November 20 – December 20, 2014
Exclusive Collector's Preview: Wednesday, November 19, 6-8pm; $5/person at the door
The Artist’s Den Gallery (upstairs) @ The Mayflower Arts Center
Gallery Hours: Wed-Thurs, 10-3pm; Fri-Sat, 10am-6pm

Concept:  "Affordable fine art holiday gifts handcrafted by local artisans." 
The Mayflower Arts Center seeks local artisans to consign holiday-themed work in our second annual Solstice Shoppe. We are looking for all media, all sizes, affordably priced for the holiday shopping season. There has never been a better time to buy fine art from local artists, to give as a gift or keep for oneself.
           
Deadline: Entries accepted no later than Friday, November 14 at 6pm
Entry Fee/Space Rental Fee:  None
Gallery Sales Commission: 40%
Pick-Up Work: At the close of business on December 20 or beginning January 7, 2015 during normal business hours.
                        
Entry Details:

•  Original 2D and 3D works of art may include: photography, art glass, pottery, painting, sculpture, textiles, jewelry, drawings/etchings, wood, or ceramic.
•  All 2-dimensional work must be either framed or display‐ready, including hanging and display hardware.
• Walls, shelves, and a limited number of pedestals will be provided by The Mayflower Arts Center. All other work‐specific displays (i.e., jewelry stands, table‐top easels) must be provided by the Artist. It would be helpful if you supply your own pedestals, tables, or stands for 3-dimensional work.
• Entries must include description and brief artist statement (complete the form below).
• Artwork will be displayed and consigned in The Artist’s Den for the duration of the event.
• Artwork must be delivered to the gallery ready for hanging. If artwork is being shipped, make sure it is insured and packaged appropriately. Artist is responsible for the shipping of any/all work to and from the gallery, including arrangements and costs.
• Although the utmost care will be taken when handling your work, the Mayflower Arts Center assumes no responsibility for loss, theft, or damage to works for this exhibit. Artist is responsible for insurance of artwork while on display at the gallery.
• The Mayflower Arts Center reserves the right to photograph work for publicity purposes.
• All artwork must be for sale. The Mayflower Arts Center will collect any/all funds from sales, including the collection handling, reporting of sales tax with said funds, less 40% commission, and paid to the artist within 15 days of close of show.
• Artist will be notified to replace all sold artwork with comparable work, so as to keep the Solstice Shoppe stocked during the event.
  

For questions, or more information, contact: The Mayflower Arts Center, 9 West Main Street, Troy, OH 45373, 937.552.5848, MayflowerArtsCenter@gmail.com.

If you prefer, you may download and mail in your Artist Den Consignment Agreement (PDF) to Mayflower Arts Center, 9W Main Street, Troy, OH 45373, attn: Solstice Shoppe Call for Entry.

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