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Jericho Arts Council

P. O. Box 62, Bainbridge, NY 13733

www.jerichoarts.com

CALL FOR ARTISTS

Bainbridge Arts Trail -“Regatta Row 2018”

“Scenes of New York” In celebration of the 56th Annual General Clinton Canoe Regatta The Jericho Arts Council (JAC) is inviting you or your organization to help to bring out your Art in Bainbridge! JAC has teamed up with the Bainbridge Chamber of Commerce, Golden Artist Colors, regional businesses and artists to create Bainbridge Arts Trail - “Regatta Row 2018”. This will be an outdoor exhibition of 20 Artist designed, Adirondack style “End Tables” or“ Canoe Paddle Chairs”. Each piece will have canoe

paddles incorporated in the design. They will be exhibited on Main Street (Intersection of Routes 7 & 206) in historic downtown Bainbridge throughout May and then auctioned on May 26 at the Regatta to benefit the JAC. The iconic Regatta draws close to 15,000 people for Memorial Day Weekend and is the longest flat-water canoe race in the world, culminating at the finish line in Bainbridge! Artists and designers must submit an application by the deadline of Thursday, Jan 25 to be selected to create a unique table or chair, used as a canvas to decorate, carve or paint. We are looking for artists to interpret the theme: “Scenes of New York” ...in respect to the history,

landscape, architecture, etc from our Southern Tier to the Big Apple, and of course the Canoe Regatta. We hope you will tell stories, translate emotions, and inspire creativity & original thinking through your art. This is an opportunity for artists to get involved and bring creativity to the streets & to the public. On Opening Day, Sat. April 28, from 2 to 4 PM. A “Meet the Artist” Reception will be held and

Awards of Distinction will be given to artists for: Best in Show; Best Theme Representation and the Mayor’s Award. On Memorial Day Weekend a People’s Choice Award will be announced before the

auction. Supplies and Recognition for Selected Artists:

Table or Chair: Wood Adirondack style Paddle Chair or an End Table (20”) to use as a

canvas for art, decoration and/or carving. It may be modified structurally, but must be usable and safe.

Paint: Golden Artist Colors has traditionally & generously sponsored the finest paints for your use on the chair.

“Meet the Artists”: Celebrate the spirit of the iconic Regatta on Sat. April 28 by being on hand for the “Meet the Artists” networking event where locals and tourists experience art in the streets!

Public Relations: JAC Plaques on each piece with Artist’s name and title; Artist’s name and artwork locations listed on a map of the Bainbridge Art Trail – Regatta Row ; Artist bios on the

JAC website; Listing on the Chamber of Commerce/Regatta website; Press releases to the news media

Cash Awards: Recognize outstanding Artists with Awards for completed tables & chairs: Best in Show; Best Theme Representation; Mayor’s Award and a People’s Choice Award.

Stipend: Each artist will receive a minimum of $50 in appreciation of their time & talent. Deadline for Applying: Artists are welcome to apply individually or in groups/organizations Hard copy, emails or CD’s must be postmarked or delivered by Thursday Jan. 25, 2018 Mail to: JAC c/o 2 Juliand Street, Bainbridge, NY, 13733 or E mail: jacarttrail@gmail.com Applications: Go to Jericho Arts Council (JAC) website: www.jerichoarts.com Click on “Bainbridge Art Trail 2018”.

Results: Submissions will be juried and invitations to participate will be awarded on a rolling basis, by February 4, 2018 via e-mail or telephone. Additional Information Contact Us: jacarttrail@gmail.com Telephone: 908-347-0091

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Bainbridge Art Trail – Regatta Row

2018 Rules and Requirements While this is a community art fundraiser, each artist will receive at least $50 in appreciation of their donation of time &

talent.

1. Application: Artists must submit the application including a sketch or storyboard of their proposed design for

review by the JAC jury. Sketches do not have to be extremely detailed, but opportunity is enhanced with detailed

submissions. 2. Deadlines:

a. Application Deadline: Thursday, Jan. 25, 2018 – Application must be postmarked or delivered

b. Table & Chair Delivery: Wed,April 18. Art to be finished, dry and delivered to Bainbridge.

3. Artist Selection - Jury: Jury will be members of the JAC and invited professionals. Selecting 15-20 artists, but

may vary. Selection is based on originality, artistic merit and ability to convey the theme.

4. People’s Choice Award: Public voting at www.jerichoarts.com and around town is open from April 28 to

May 25. One vote per person please. You are encouraged to use your social media to spread the word to friends and family to help you by voting online. Artist participation is optional in the online “People’s Choice Jury”.

Information on how to vote will be available on JAC website www.jerichoarts.com (Gallery) by April 28 (See Artist Choices # 2)

5. Theme: “ Scenes of New York” Interpret an aspect of life relating to anywhere from the Southern Tier to the Big

Apple: history, culture, nature, art, architecture and of course, the General Clinton Canoe Regatta

6. JAC Plaques: A plaque will be on each piece with the Title, Artist or Group name and Sponsor.

7. Function: Structure of table or chair may be modified, carved or decorated, but still safe and usable.

8. A "Family Style" Show: Artwork deemed offensive will be rejected at the discretion of the judges.

9. Sponsors: Designs should not focus on signage or the name of a sponsor, but can capture the essence of the

business through art. (See “Artist Choices # 3”).

10. Responsibility: All costs to paint or decorate the Table or Chair, including transportation to and from

downtown Bainbridge, are the responsibility of artists unless otherwise noted. (Paint will be provided) Application will imply agreement with this disclaimer. Tables & chairs, copyright and art upon them are the sole property of the JAC Gallery Committee. Each piece of artwork is the property of the JAC and may be used for promotion of the arts and auctioned or sold to help the promotion of the Arts in Bainbridge.

11. Auction: An online auction precedes the live auction to benefit the JAC and the Arts. The online auction starts

April 28 at www.jerichoarts.com. The live auction will be held on May 26 at the General Clinton Park Regatta Field.

12. Artist Timeline 2018:

a. Jan 25: Application and biography to be received or postmarked no later than Thur. Jan. 25, 2018.

b. Feb 4: Artist Selection is announced via e mail or phone. c. Mid Feb: Tables & Chairs available to selected artists for pickup based on the date application

was received. d. April 18: Artists complete and deliver table or chair to Bainbridge for top coating. e. April 25 : Table & Chair installation in Bainbridge & Media Conference (Regatta Row Committee

only). f. April 28: Regatta Row Art Fest opening “Meet the Artists” 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Artists are

expected to participate unless written notice to JAC is given in advance. Regional, multimedia press and the public will be invited.

g. April 28 to May 25: Public online auction bidding and voting opens for “People’s Choice Award”. Awarded at Live Auction, May 26. Please use social media to encourage voting and online bidding.

h. May 26: Chair Auction at General Clinton Regatta Field in the Chamber of Commerce Tent.

Application deadline is Thursday, January 25, 2018!!! Mail to :JAC c/o 2 Juliand Street, Bainbridge, NY 13733 Email: jacarttrail@gmail.com

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Artist Application Form

Bainbridge Art Trail – Regatta Row 2018

“Scenes of New York”

Application deadline is Thursday, January 25, 2018

Name of Artist or Group:__________________________________________________

Affiliated University (if applicable): _____________________________

Category of Applicant: Please check one o Professional Artist/designer O Organization/Group o College Student O Nonprofessional Artist/designer

Contact Person: ___________________________________________________________________________

Area Code + Phone Number :_________________________________________________________________

E-mail Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

Mailing Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Web Site (if applicable):______________________________________________________________________

Biography: Please attach a one paragraph biography on a separate sheet describing your experience related to the Arts or an Artist’s Statement. Organizations or groups may describe their reason for participation and if possible, the experience of key artists within the group.

Accepted Application formats: Mail or delivery by Jan 25 to: JAC c/o 2 Juliand Street, Bainbridge, NY 13733

electronic files emailed to jacarttrail@gmail.com (preferred method of application) CD-ROM hard copies including photographs

Sketch: Show your design concept for either: Small Side Table: the top of the table Paddle Chair: the top view of 1 or both arms (Figure #3 the front view of the chair (Figure #4)

o You may draw directly on the blank Sketches provided or on separate paper (note the chair back will be staggered, as in Photograph A

o A “storyboard” may be submitted with samples of art, colors, material, textures, etc. (optional) Photos: Include 3 photos of any other artwork that shows your styles and diversity (groups are exempt) Questions: Send questions and your phone number to: jacarttrail@gmail.com

Summary All applications must include: Artist Application Form: Pages 3 and 4 including “Questions: Artist ‘s Choices” form and signature Biography: A paragraph describing your experience related to arts or an Artist’s Statement Photos/samples: Three photos of your previous work in any creative media (groups are exempt) Sketch or Plan of proposed design: Your concept for the table or chair

For JAC Use only: Application #

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Jericho Arts Council Artist Application (

Bainbridge Art Trail 2018 – Regatta Row

Application deadline is Thursday, January 25, 2018 Artist Choices: QUESTIONS

1. Artists may choose to receive their chair in these finishes. Please indicate which you prefer if you are selected.

a. raw wood, artist will prime their own table or chair with our primer b. primed

2. As part of the People’s Choice jury process can your design to be viewed on the JAC website for the public to vote?

YES OR NO

3. Sponsored by Business: Do you want to be considered to work with a selected business and interpret it through your art?

YES OR NO Agreement: Applications are property of JAC and will not be returned. If prearranged, applications may be picked up at the

Bainbridge Library. I agree to abide by these Rules and Regulations, and all attachments. I also agree to assume the risk of loss to my art, and other property of myself and my affiliates whether from breakage, damage, loss, theft, disappearance or any other cause

before delivery. I understand the Side Tables & Paddle Chairs and artwork on them are the property of the Jericho Arts Council Gallery

Committee and images may be used for promotion of the arts and chairs will be auctioned or sold. Further, I agree to indemnify and save the Event Organizers, The Jericho Arts Council and JAC Gallery Committee and all Sponsors and crew harmless from any and all claims, actions, damages, liability and expense, including attorney’s fees, in connection with loss of life, personal injury and/or damage

to property that may be done or suffered by reason of my fault or negligence in the performance of or negligence in the performance of

or failure to perform my responsibilities as stated in this application and enclosed Rules and Regulations, or occasioned all or in part by any act or omission by myself, my agents, volunteers or employees.

Printed Name______________________________________________________________________________

Signature_________________________________________________________________________________

Date_____________________________________________________________________________________

Thank you for submitting your application! Already, you are part of the stream of creativity that flows into

Bainbridge and the surrounding regions.

Thank you from the Jericho Arts Council Gallery Committee

“…The canoe is not a lifeless, inanimate object: it feels very much alive, alive with the life of the river. -

Bill Mason, Path of the Paddle

For JAC use only: Application #

5 Photograph A: Final design of Paddle Chair with Staggered Seat Back

6 IMAGES /Figures: Images 1 & 2 for artist reference only 1: Front View (Top of paddle is @ 40” high) Note the top edge of the chair back will be staggered, see

“Photograph A” 2: Top View (Seat is @ 21” wide) Image 3 & 4 to be filled in and submitted with application or else draw your concept on separate sheet. An overall quick sketch with a segment of detail is allowable : 3: Isolation of Paddle Arm (Arms are @ 6” wide) 4: Isolation of chair seat back Front View: Figure # 1

Top View Figure # 2

Front View

Top View

7 Paddle Arm for chair: Figure # 3 Note: Arm will be straight as in the style shown in “Photograph A” Sketch & Submit with Application or use a blank sheet

8 Front (approximate) view of chair seat back: Figure # 4 The top edge will be staggered, not diagonal. Refer to Photo A for actual shape of seat back. Sketch & Submit with Application or use a blank sheet

9 End Table: Top View (20” X 20” Top)