Welcome to Arts In Central Park 2008
Decatur,
Illinois, hosts one of Central Illinois'
finest art show on the third weekend of September every year, Arts in
Central Park, a juried art show features:
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a beautiful location
in Central Park, with it's historic Transfer House and magnificent
fountain
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arts activities and
an art shop for kids
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live entertainment
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food booths
For the artists:
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hospitality room plus light dinner
Friday night
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assistance available for set-up and
take-down
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booth sitters for breaks each day
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guaranteed purchases by OVER 150 patrons
The festive atmosphere of Arts in Central
Park creates a pleasant and rewarding experience for both artists and
the public. You are invited to submit an application to join more
than 6 other artists for this wonderful summer tradition. All
media fine arts and fine crafts are eligible to jury.
Spaces
One 10’ x 10’ space is provided for each artist. Spaces
vary in clearance height due to trees. If you use a canopy, please
indicate height on the application so the committee can assign you a
suitable location.
Hospitality
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Complimentary coffee and refreshments will be provided
for the artists both days.
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Assistance is available for set-up and
take-down Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
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Booth sitters will be available
for breaks each day.
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Security will be provided
on Friday and Saturday nights.
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Lunch options include vendors on
the grounds and nearby restaurants.
Awards
Monetary awards and ribbons, determined by qualified judges, will be
presented for Best of Show and in each of the following catagories:
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Painting/Drawing
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Clay
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Jewelry
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Mixed
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Photography
Application Process
Complete the entire
application. Use the checklist to ensure that you have enclosed
everything. Applications must be postmarked by
June 2, 2008.
All new artists must
be juried in order to be accepted to the show. Returning
artists are juried once every five years. To jury, submit five
images on a CD that
clearly represent all art to be exhibited. Submitted art must be of work
completed by the artist in the past two years. Your artwork will be evaluated by a panel of jurors
for craftsmanship, originality, and design.
If your are a returning artist, please enclose a check
for $85. If you are a new artist to Arts in Central Park or
returning after several years, please
enclose one check for $100 ($85 for space fee/$15 non-refundable jury
fee) made payable to the Decatur Area Arts Council. Artists
not accepted will receive a refund check for $85.
Calendar
June 2 Postmark deadline for application (and CD images, if jurying)
June
25 Notification of
jurying results mailed to artists
Sept. 19
Artists/Patrons Preview Party 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Sept. 20-21 Exhibit
dates Sat. 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Guidelines
(The following
guidelines and policies are provided to ensure fairness to all
participating artists and to the buying public.)
Artwork for
jurying and inclusion in the show must be original. Assistance of commercial molds and
kits may not be used.
Framed and
unframed machine and photomechanical reproductions of original work may
be displayed on panels in booth space. Prints must be clearly
identified. No more than 1/3 of
display area may be devoted to prints. All work must be for sale.
No
t-shirts or purchased articles of clothing, bags, etc. with artwork on
them are accepted.
Artists shall only exhibit and sell works typified by
their juried material. The Arts in Central Park Committee will screen
booths during the weekend. If work is not consistent or rules have
not been followed, artists may be asked to leave. The committee’s
judgment is final. No refunds will be given.
Artists must be present
both days. No agents allowed.
Artists should plan to exhibit rain or
shine.
No refunds or cancellations will be given.
Artists have the
option of setting up early Friday for possible sales during the
Artists/Patrons Preview Party.
Pets are not allowed in Central
Park.
Sponsors
For additional Information please contact
Stella Carnaham
Administrative Director
Arts in Central Park
125 N. Water St.
Decatur, Il 62523
Telephone: 217-423-3189
Fax: 217-423-3194
e-mail: arts4all@decaturarts.org
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