Tuesday, September 6, 2011

OAL Visions of the Valley research information

 
Visions of the Valley

Fine Art Show & Sale
Jeremiah Joe Coffee
807 LaSalle Street
Ottawa, IL. 61350

SHOW DATE TBA

Eligibility
Visions of the Valley is open to both professional and amateur artists.  Original works in painting, graphics, sculpture, photography, wood, glass, metals, printmaking, ceramics, jewelry and mixed media are eligible.  NO kit crafts are allowed.  Artists may only exhibit in the medium(s) in which they are juried.  The Ottawa Art League reserves the right to refuse exhibition of work not consistent with submitted applications.

Jury Process
Artists must submit three (3) slides, photos, or a CD that accurately represents their current work.  If artists would like to exhibit in more than one category they must submit three (3) slides/photos in each medium.  Please do not send actual work.  Photos and slides should be labeled clearly with the artists name and medium.  Please enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope with proper postage for return of application materials.  Notification of acceptance will be mailed by March 10th.   No refunds after March 19th.  Artists who participated in 2010 need not be juried.

Requirements
Each artist is required to be in attendance during show hours.  The artist is required to display their original artwork.  Prints should be signed, numbered and marked limited edition.  Reproductions must be marked as such and should not comprise more than 25% of the display.  All work displayed for sale should have prices clearly marked.  All sales tax reporting will be the responsibility of the artist.  Ottawa City Tax is 7%.  It is recommended that you have a copy of your IBT number with you.

Set-up
Set-up is from 7-9am.  There are entrances in both front and back of Jeremiah Joe Coffee.  Artists are responsible for providing their own display.  Booth sizes are approximately six (6) feet deep and eight (8) feet wide.

Fees
Booth Fee $25      Non-refundable jury fee $5 
Ottawa Art League Members booth fee $20/no jury fee
If you would like a prospectus mailed to you please send your name & address to ottawaartleague@yahoo.com  or you may copy and paste the application form below.

Checks payable to: Ottawa Art League
Mail application, jury fee, booth fee, and SASE to:    
Carol Crane
507 Herbert
Peru, IL. 61354

Application
Name______________________________________
Address_____________________________________
City___________________State_______ZIP_______
Phone_______________________________________
E-Mail_______________________________________
Website_____________________________________
Media_______________________________________
Will you be bringing display screens______________________________________
Will you be bringing tables?___________________________________________

Disclaimer
Neither the Ottawa Art League nor its members, individually or as an organization, assumes liability for loss, damage, or injury as a result of theft, loss, fire, or accident involving exhibits of art.  Other than providing responsible volunteer supervision of the exhibit by members of the Ottawa Art League, no other responsibility for personal property of exhibitors, guests, or members is assumed by the Ottawa Art League, including our location host.  The Ottawa Art League will not be responsible for works left after shows close.
I have read the rules and agree to observe them.  I understand that I will be responsible for any damages I inflict on Jeremiah Joe Coffee Property.
Signature________________________Date__________

23rd Annual Youth Art Show
April  2012

Jeremiah Joe Coffee
807 LaSalle St. Ottawa, IL. 61350

Sponsored by the Ottawa Art League
Funded in part by the Illinois Valley Fine Arts Trust

The purpose of this Art Show is to promote an interest in the visual arts and provide an opportunity for youth to gain experience in displaying their art in a show.

Open to Middle School and High School Artists

Entry deadline TBA

Set-up begins at 8am and judging starts at 10am.

The Best of Show winners will be invited to display with the Ottawa Art League Members at their annual Members Only Fine Art Show being held this year in September.  Gift Certificates will also be awarded to the top places in each division.

Rules for entry
1.There is a two entry limit per student.  Artwork should be matted, framed or mounted.
2.Participants must be middle school through high school.
3.All art forms both 2D and 3D are eligible.  All entries must be original works; no tracings, computer art or reproductions will be judged.
4.Nudes and references to illegal substances will not be judged.

Each artwork will be judged individually based on originality, composition and technique.  An experienced art instructor will do the judging and all decisions made by the judge are FINAL.  Blue, red and white ribbons will be awarded to all work and a Best of Show in each division will be chosen.

For more information contact Carol Englehaupt at 815-357-1401 or

Mail entries to:
Carol Englehaupt
2370 East 2659 Rd.
Marseilles, IL. 61341
_______________________________________________________

Entry Form

Name__________________________________________________

School_________________________________________________

Grade__________________________________________________

TitleMediumSize

1.______________________________________________________

2.______________________________________________________

Disclaimer
Neither the Ottawa Art League nor its members, individually or as an organization, assumes liability for loss, damage, or injury as a result of theft, loss, fire, or accident involving exhibits of art.  Other than providing responsible volunteer supervision of the exhibit by members of the Ottawa Art League, no other responsibility for personal property of exhibitors, guests, or members is assumed by the Ottawa Art League, including our location host.  The Ottawa Art League will not be responsible for works left after shows close.
I have read the rules and agree to observe them.  I understand that I will be responsible for any damages I inflict on Jeremiah Joe Coffee Property.

Signature____________________________________Date__________

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