The Roberta Avonn Fiskum Art Gallery on the UW-Whitewater Campus is seeking the work of Whitewater Arts Alliance artists for their show that runs September 9 through the 25th. Whitewater Arts Alliance members are invited to show 2D and/or 3D, original work, which is due August 18. Anyone can become a member of the WAA by signing up for a yearly membership to not only enter the show, but to enjoy the yearly benefits of the organization. Individuals should submit the membership form alongside the show entry with relevant joining fee (see website for membership perks/details: www.whitewaterarts.org/membership.)
Kim Adams, Assistant Director of the University Center, said, “I am looking forward to continuing our collaborative relationship with the Whitewater Arts Alliance. There is so much talent to acknowledge and celebrate with the members’ exhibit.”
Jurors: • David Carpenter (www.instagram.com/david.carpenter) • Alberto Villalobos (www.albertovillalobos.com)
Participation Details: • Artists may submit up to four pieces for consideration. • Accepted artwork must be on display for the entirety of the exhibition. No early take down, no exceptions. • 2D Artwork: Work must be framed or mounted canvas. All pieces must be wired for hanging, so saw tooth hangers, no maximum size. Maximum piece weight of 100 pounds or less. Materials for non-standard installation methods must be provided by the artist of work 25 pounds or more. • 3D Artwork: Work must come with installation instructions. Pedestals are provided unless otherwise requested by the artist. Materials for non-standard installation methods must be provided by the artist. • WAA is happy to assist with sales of artwork. This show is COMMISSION FREE! Artists, however, are responsible for paying their own sales taxes (Wisconsin 5.5%).
Entry Submission Checklist/Details:➢ Entry Form (submit online, e-mail, mail, or a hardcopy to the Cultural Arts Center). ¿Quiere esta aplicación en español? Por favor llene en línea o envíe por correo electrónico a wwartsalliance@gmail.com. envíe en línea, correo electrónico, correo o una copia impresa al Centro de Artes Culturales➢ Up to Four Pieces worth of Artwork Images➢ Membership Form (if applicable)➢ Membership Fee (if applicable)
HOW TO SUBMIT APPLICATION: • Send all items via e-mail to wwartsalliance@gmail.com• Submit everything online at https://www.whitewaterarts.org/exhibit-call-for-art• Send through mail addressed to:
Whitewater Arts Alliance, P.O. Box 311, Whitewater, WI. 53190
If also applying for membership simultaneously, please include cash or check to the same address listed above, making checks payable to “Whitewater Arts Alliance.”
ARTWORK IMAGE GUIDELINES:
All participants will be juried using digital JPEG images. A maximum of 2 digital images per piece may be submitted. Digital images must be high quality JPEGs, limit size to 1MB. Images exceeding this size limit will not be considered. Submit all images either online, via e-mail, or mail. • File Format: JPEG Only• File Resolution: 72 ppi/dpi (standard web resolution)• File Size: 1 MB (maximum) Files exceeding this size will not be considered.• File Name: Should be read as “Last name _media_ entry title”
All letters of notification will be emailed by August 26th.
Dates and Deadlines: • July 18th – Submission Open for Entry• August 18th – Submission Deadline for Application by 11:59pm• August 26th – Letters of Notification sent via e-mail • September 1st – Work Drop Off to the Cultural Arts Center by 5:00pm. • September 9th – Exhibition Opening Reception from 3:30pm to 5:30pm. • September 25th – Exhibition Closes after 4:30pm• September 26th – Artwork Pick Up at the Cultural Arts Center from 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Roberta’s Art Gallery collaborates with the UW-Whitewater Department of Art and Design and the Crossman Gallery in developing exhibit ideas, co-sponsoring exhibits, sharing resources, and offering hands-on experience to student interns. The Gallery also collaborates with campus departments, student organizations and community groups in coordinating and sponsoring exhibits. In addition, Roberta’s Art Gallery provides experiential art related programs to students and the campus community.
The mission of the Whitewater Arts Alliance is to promote the visual and performing arts through an alliance of artists, individuals, educational resources, and organizations to promote creativity and diversity that will serve to educate and enrich the lives of the residents of the Whitewater community and surrounding areas.
