Kamloops Arts Council

Annual Art Exposed Exhibition – Friday, March 8th to Saturday, March 16th, 2024

Please READ THOROUGHLY before you make submission. 

SUBMISSIONS

– Artists are invited to enter up to TWO ORIGINAL artworks, appropriately mounted or framed for exhibition, in either Established, Emerging, or Youth Artists category. Art may be in any medium, for example: painting, drawing, hand print-making, digital print-making, photography, fibre arts, ceramics, sculpture and mixed media.

<Submission Fee>
– Members: $25 for the first piece, $15 for the second piece (youth first piece $10, and second piece $15)
– Non-members: $35 for the first piece, $25 for the second piece (youth first piece $15, and second piece $20)

SIZE RESTRICTIONS – 4 feet wide or under INCLUDING the frame (if it’s framed)
Any artwork between 4 and 6 feet wide/long will be considered in an ‘over size’ category and will require an additional fee of $10.  NO Artwork over 6 feet wide/long is accepted. Sculptural pieces must not have a base over 4 feet by 4 feet or weigh over 50 pounds.

VOLUNTEERING: Many hands make light work; this exhibition would not be possible without you! Participating artists are required to sign up for volunteer.  Sign up sheet for volunteer time will be posted here later on. 

Deadline: February 15th, 2024 at midnight

SALES – All sales will be processed through KAC. A commission of 20% will be charged to KAC members, and 40% will be charged to non-members. Works not for sale must be marked NFS on the submission form. All works MUST remain on display until the end of the show. Visa and MC will be made available for buyers. All artwork for sale will be listed in our online shop on the KAC website. Cheques will be paid to the artists within 2 months following the closing of the show.

* Please inform us if the frame is not included in the price.

<ARTWORK CRITERIA>

– Is it ORIGINAL? Artwork that is a direct copy of another artist’s work and prints of the original paitnings are not permitted.

– Is it FINISHED? Only finished artworks are accepted. The surface must be completely dry.

– 2D artwork must be framed in a professional manner, unless it is not appropriate to do so. Framing is optional.

– A wire hanging system is required for 2D. D-rings with plastic wrapped hanging wired must be installed at the back of the piece. Pieces that do not meet KAC’s hanging requirement will NOT be accepted.

– Artwork must have been completed in the past 18 months. Artwork that has been previously exhibited at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre will NOT be accepted.

– Any artwork that requires difficult or delicate installation instructions (such as sculpture or stained glass) must be installed by the artist. If pieces require specific hardware, installation instructions, or a special display unit, they must accompany the piece. Sculpture should be mounted on a suitable base, if required.

INTAKE/ARTWORK DROP OFF – Thursday, Feb. 22th to Saturday 24th, Sunday 25th (1-4pm), and Tuesday, Feb. 27th
This will be done by appointment – Sign up sheet for drop off time will be posted here later on. 

IMPORTANT CRITERIA FOR ART DROP OFF:
1. All submissions are FINAL. Change of titles, prices, bio/statement are NOT ACCEPTED except spelling mistakes. Makes sure all information is correct.

2. Artwork drop-off by appointment 15 min per person. Please be on time.

3. All artwork must meet KAC hanging standards – D-rings with plastic wrapped hanging wire securely attached to the back of the artwork. Pieces that do not meet KAC’s hanging requirement will NOT be accepted.

4. All artwork must have an artist ID tag filled with information at the back. (Either in a zip-lock attached with a pin to the wire or directly attached with tape.)

5. Artist must initial the intake spreadsheet, checking spelling and information is accurate (no changes of price/title allowed – only obvious name/spelling mistakes) CORRECTIONS – NOTE corrections on the spreadsheet then make a note on a post it – attach the post-it to the artwork place artwork in a separate location from the rest of the intake artwork. PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY AND BE SPECIFIC.

6. Find your Title Card, Artist Biography and Artist Statement – place in ziplock bag with corresponding artwork – volunteer will place artwork in one of the galleries.

VOLUNTEERING: Many hands make light work; this exhibition would not be possible without you! Participating artists are required to sign up for volunteer. Sign up sheet for volunteer time will be posted here later on. 

Painting & prep – TBA
Painting wallboards and plinths (stands for displaying sculpture and 3D items), placing wallboards in the gallery and more.

Fact Checking – Making sure all information is correct; title cards matches the art works; the information on title cards are correct, information is correct on the online shop, etc….

Installation – March 1 – 2, March 4 – 6
Hanging artwork in any of our galleries and the upstairs courtroom. These are two-hour shifts working in pair.

Opening Reception & Award CeremonyMarch 8th, Times TBA
General public, sponsors, the participating artists and their friends or family members will be attended. Assists KAC staff to run the reception.

Reception / Gallery sit – Welcoming and counting visitors during the duration of the show.

Strike / Artwork pick up – March 16th ( 4-5pm), March 19th – 23rd (10am – 4pm). Signing out artists when they pick up art pieces. All unclaimed artwork will become the property of the Kamloops Arts Council.

  • Note: If you do not see any emails from the KAC in your inbox, please check your junk folder.
  • Jurying is only to determine winners of each category. 
  • Click HERE to see The difference between an artist statement and bio. 

 

 

Submission Form 

Art Exposed Submission Form
Address *
Address
City
State/Province
Zip/Postal
Country
Are you a member of the KAC? *

Not sure if you're a member? Email admin@kamloopsarts.ca and we will check for you!

Maximum file size: 16.78MB

Are you on Social Media (ie Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Youtube, Pintrest, etc)? *

Are you an Emerging or Established Artist? Answering YES to 5 or more questions would place you in the Established Category:

I have professional arts and/or cultural qualifications/Post Secondary education.
I have attended formal art classes and workshops.
I have devoted significant time to arts practice (more than 3 years).
I have been recognized as a professional by peers
I have publicly exhibited my work (group or solo exhibition).
I have won prizes or awards.
I have been commissioned or employed on the basis of art skills.
I have earned income from my art.
I am a member of a professional association (or associations) as a professional artist.
I feel I have technical mastery and professional presentation of my work.
Check Applicable Box
Diversity Check Box (Optional, check all applicable)

Entries: Maximum 2 pieces. THESE ARE FINAL. No substitutions/changes will be accepted once submitted on this form. Please take the time to make sure you are satisfied with your title, price and artwork. REMINDER: Size Restrictions – Max 4 feet or under in width/length INCLUDING the frame. Anything between 4 and 6 feet wide or long requires an additional fee. Artwork over 6 feet wide/long is NOT ACCEPTED. 3D art must not exceed a 4 foot by 4 foot base, or weigh more than 50 pounds. PRICE: if not for sale, please put NFS.

Is the entry Wall Mounted (2D) or Free Standing (3D) *

Maximum file size: 16.78MB

Please include images of the artwork you would like to submit. Please label each image with ARTIST NAME / TITLE / MEDIUM / SIZE / PRICE. Please submit images cropped with no background, showing image only.
Wall Mounted (2D) or Free Standing (3D)
IMAGE(NOTE: artwork images will be uploaded onto KAC website and made available for purchase unless they are not for sale. Good quality image required – image only with no background.) Size maximum is total images uploaded in this form.

Maximum file size: 16.78MB

Please include images of the artwork you would like to submit. Please label each image with ARTIST NAME / TITLE / MEDIUM / SIZE / PRICE. Please submit images cropped with no background, showing image only.
Pricing Options - KAC Members 20% Commission on sales *
KAC NON-MEMBERS – 40% Commission on sales *
KAC Membership (Not Applicable if already an active member. Please make sure your membership is valid.)
Would you like one of our esteemed Jurors to Critique your work ($10)? Our jurors can offer gentle advice from a professional, and varied point of view that you may not have considered before to help you to grow and expand as an artist. These take place on Saturday March 9th, between 10am and 4pm.
Product
I certify that my submission is an original work of art, designed and created by me within the last 18 months. *
This artwork has not been exhibited in previous exhibits at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre *
I understand that all artwork must remain on display at the Old Courthouse Cultural Centre from March 1 - March 16, 2024 (We will be hanging art starting March 1) *
I understand that KAC reserves the right to use photographs of all submitted artworks for promotional purposes. *
I agree to a 20% commission (members) or 40% commission (non-members) on all displayed artworks sold. *
I agree to sign an artist contract for Art Exposed before the exhibit starts. The contract will be provided for all participating artists. *
I understand that by submitting I indicate that I have read and agree to ALL guidelines and rules and agree to provide all information and services. *
I am aware the Kamloops Arts Council is NOT RESPONSIBLE for any loss, theft or damage that may result from my participation in ART EXPOSED. *
I agree that any artwork not picked up within 7 days after the exhibit will become the property of Kamloops Arts Council. *
(we need to have all artwork gone by March 23 - there are exhibition installations scheduled the following week - galleries need to be empty)
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