Call for Exhibition Proposals
The Springfield Art Association requests exhibition proposals for their Gallery of Art’s 2011-2012 exhibition calendar.
The Springfield Art Association is the oldest visual arts organization in Central Illinois. Founded in 1913 to promote the visual arts, we now operate the Gallery of Art, the Michael Victor II Art Library, the largest art-focused library in the area; the School of Art and its art appreciation program, Art Outreach; and Historic Edwards Place, recognized on the National Register.
Our Exhibition space is approximately 1368 square feet with 150 feet of linear wall space that is 15’ tall. One moveable wall is also available.
We are requesting proposals from individual artists and groups in all media; however, we have limited resources for exhibition of video and computer-based works. Each exhibition will span around four weeks. All proposals will be juried and exhibitions awarded on merit of work. Individual artist may be paired with other artists for optimal gallery utilization.
The SAA provides: hanging and lighting services, all hanging hardware, text panels, labels and wall lettering in the Gallery. Layout and design of postcards with artist input, postcard printing, mailing to our Membership list and mailing of up to 50 cards for each artist, all PR to local press, an opening reception with wine and hors d’oeuvres. SAA insurance covers the work while it is in our possession. We take a 30% commission on all gallery sales.
Visiting artist workshops and /or residencies, in conjunction with exhibitions, are an option.
The artists are responsible for: shipping/delivery and collection of the work to and from the gallery and insurance during transit. Each individual artist will be charged $100 toward exhibition expenses. Groups of three or more artists will be charged $275.
Proposals should include:
Full contact information including mailing address, telephone and e-mail address for each artist.
A resume and artist statement from each artist
10-20 images (digital or slides) of each artist’s work with written descriptions including media and sizes
For group proposals, please include a statement or outline of the exhibition theme or what brings you together as a group.
All proposals must include a non-refundable application fee of $25.
Proposals will be accepted through July 31, 2010.
Proposals should be sent to:
Springfield Art Association
Attn: Betsy Dollar
700 N. 4th Street
Springfield, IL 62702
Please direct any questions to Betsy Dollar, Executive Director
director@springfieldart.org or (217) 523-2631
Artists will be notified of acceptance and potential exhibition dates by September 15, 2010.