Call For Entries – PAC At the Atrium
The Pawtucket Arts Collaborative Announces Call for Entries for The Pawtucket Arts Collaborative at
The Atrium Gallery @ One Capitol Hill
August 13th THROUGH August 24th, 2012
Deadline for Entries: July 20th (postmarked)
Juror of Selection: GRETCHEN DOW SIMPSON
ELIGIBILITY:
This Juried Exhibition is open to PAC members only. All accepted work must be hand-delivered. No
shipped entries. ALL MEDIA is accepted. Original work only.
LIMITATIONS:
All entries must weigh less than 150 lbs and fit through standard sized doorframes. Maximum frame
size: 60” in either direction. Any work not properly prepared for installation will not be installed. Clips
and loop hooks are not acceptable. Pedestals must be supplied for 3D pieces. Work must be handdelivered
and not shipped. The Pawtucket Arts Collaborative reserves the right to reject work
that is deemed unstable, or unsuitable for display in a public gallery space like the Atrium gallery.
This is a public space, therefore ask that a great deal of discretion be exercised in the presentation
of works that contain nudity, or which touch on racial, ethnic or political issues. This is not a private
gallery, where the exhibition of any work would not be questioned. Exhibitors are asked to exercise
suitable discretion in the choice of works to display.
ENTRY FORM AND CD:
1) CD with 2 images. Include your name on the CD. Label images with title and medium. Images
should be no larger than 6” in any direction at 300dpi.
2) ENTRY FORM along with check to Pawtucket Arts Collaborative.
Artist’s Statement must be included describing your technique or concept of your piece. Please be
brief and do not exceed one paragraph.
3.) FEE: $15 for 2 entries. One or both may be accepted as space allows. Member’s dues must be
current. You may become a member by including an additional $35. (members’ dues) with your entry
fee. Make check payable to Pawtucket Arts Collaborative and mail entry form, CD and check to
PO Box 1467, Pawtucket, RI 02860. For more information: www.pawtucketartscollaborative.org
ACCEPTANCE & LIABILITY:
All artists whose work is selected for exhibition will receive instructions for hand-delivery in
the Acceptance Notice. Although the utmost care will be taken in handling works of art, PAC
and RISCA representatives will not be responsible for damage or loss, whatever the cause.
Submitting a work of art to this exhibition shall constitute an agreement on the part of the
artist to comply fully with the conditions and terms set forth in this prospectus as well as in
the acceptance form and PAC and RISCA policies/procedures. .
Insurance Arrangements:
The State of Rhode Island will provide insurance coverage for the artwork while it is on display. This
coverage will provide an aggregate limit of $25,000 with no restriction on individual piece valuation,
and with a $500 deductible. Coverage of the pieces in transit will NOT be the responsibility of the
gallery. In order to qualify for coverage, an inventory of the work to be exhibited must be provided.
Information on the name of the artwork, the name of the artist, the dimensions of the work, the
material (oil, watercolor, etc.) and the work’s estimated value should be provided by the exhibitor.
SALES:
A commission of 30% will be taken by the Pawtucket Arts Collaborative for any work sold during the
exhibit. All price inquiries will be direct to PAC. Sales are not allowed at the Atrium gallery. NO
POR (price on request). Your social security number will be requested if you win an award in
accordance with Internal Revenue Service requirements. No work received for exhibition may be
removed for any reason prior to the end of the exhibition.
Exhibition Calendar
Friday, July 20th- postmarked entries due
Wednesday, August 1- accepted entries will be listed at
www.pawtucketartscollaborative.org
Saturday, August 11, 10 am to 12pm- deliver of accepted work to Atrium Gallery
Thursday, August 16th 5pm -9pm- OPENING RECEPTION
Saturday, August 25th 10am-12pm- pick up work from Atrium Gallery
DIRECT ALL QUESTIONS TO: gallery@pawtucketartscollaborative.org
Pawtucket Arts Collaborative Announce Call for Entries for
The Pawtucket Arts Collaborative at
The Atrium Gallery @ One Capitol Hill
