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Kirkland Lake Contemporary Art Committee
& the Museum of Northern History
th
8 Annual Juried Contemporary Art Exhibition 2015
The Museum of Northern History and the Contemporary Art Committee will host
the 8th Annual Contemporary Art Exhibition. Artists at all stages in their career are
eligible and all disciplines are welcome.
8th Annual Contemporary Juried Art Exhibition 2015
Theme: Ode to Joy
Exhibition Dates: April 3rd to April 30th, 2015
Jurors: Yun-Shan Lee (Taiwanese guest artist), Pat Hacking and Lydia
Alexander
Categories of Entry:
- 2 dimensional work maximum dimensions 60 inches x 60 inches in size
including frame.
- 3 dimensional work must be able to fit through a regular single
doorway.
- Performance (Music, Story Telling, Dance Theatre) – No longer than 5
minutes not including credits.
- Video Work – No longer than 5 minutes not including credits.
- Student entry (student entries will not be juried as a separate category)
Entry Rules:
1. An artist may submit a maximum of TWO entries in each category. All
work must be original, created by the entrant, no older than two years and
not previously shown at the Museum of Northern History.
2. All 2 dimensional works must be wired and properly prepared for hanging.
3. All 3 dimensional works must be presented ready for displaying.
4. The maximum finished dimensions accepted will be:
o 2D works approximately 60 inches x 60 inches including frame.
o 3D works approximately 32 inches wide (standard doorway).
o 15 pounds maximum weight for wall art
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5. Shipping of work to and from the exhibit is the sole responsibility of the
artist.
6. Items will be inspected upon arrival, then photographed and catalogued. Any
damage will be reported to the owner immediately. The MNH and
Committee assume no responsibility or liability for loss or damage that may
occur in transit or off of Museum property, or any damages which occur 48
hours after the exhibition and Museum insurance coverage ends.
7. Entries that are accepted must be on display from April 3rd to April 30th,
2015. They must be picked up no later than 4pm on May 2nd, 2015. After
that a ten dollar fee will be charged per day as the museum does not have the
space to accommodate excess artwork.
8. The exhibit is juried by digital images and video images. Do not send the
original artwork. Only representations of the work need to be submitted
and originals will be delivered if accepted. Digital files on CD must be jpeg
format, about 1MB in size and readable on a PC. For sculpture entries,
please submit at least 2 images per artwork.
9. Each entry must be received at the Museum of Northern History by March
7th, 2015
o NOTE: Do not submit original work at this time.
o We will not be responsible for loss or damage in the mail of the
material submitted.
10. The digital jurying will be the final selection for works accepted for the
show.
11. Successful entrants will be notified by phone or email.
12. Accepted works must be received by the Museum of Northern History
between 10am and 4pm no later than March 28th.
13. Sales: Should an artist choose to have their work for sale, a 25%
commission is deducted from the sale price. The Artist must include this
commission in the price they set and record that price on the entry form.
20% of sales will go to the Museum; the remaining 5% will go to the
Contemporary Art Committee.
Important Dates:
Entry Deadline:
Delivery of Selected Pieces:
Opening Reception:
Exhibition Dates:
Sat. March 7th, 2015 (digital submission)
Sat. March 28th, 2015
Sat. April 11th, 2015
Fri. April 3rd to Thur. April 30th, 2015
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The Contemporary Art Committee will also be hosting two fundraisers in 2015
Photography Demo & Artwork Intake
Artists may bring their pieces in to be photographed and submitted for the
exhibition. Dan Nadeau will inform artists on the best techniques to use in
photographing artwork.
Date: February 28th, 2015
When: 12pm to 1pm
Where: Museum of Northern History
Fee: $5 per person
Contemporary Art Gala
The Contemporary Fundraising Gala will be Semi- Formal and will include hors
d’oeuvres by Chef Anthony Dal Pai, and performances by James Taylor, the Pulse
Dance Studio, and Michael Rawley (Save the Lasalle). There will also be a Silent
Auction. Tickets are available at the Museum or from Committee Members. Cash
Only.
Date: Friday, March 27th, 2015
When: 7pm to 10pm
Where: Hockey Heritage North
Fee: $50 per person
Contact:
Museum of Northern History
2 Chateau Drive, P.O. Box 1148
Kirkland Lake, Ontario
P2N 3M7
Phone: 705-568-8800
Facebook: Museum of Northern History
Twitter: MNHChateau
Instagram: MNHChateau
www.museumkl.com
www.klcontemporaryart.com
Notes:
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MUSEUM OF NORTHERN HISTORY
CONTEMPORARY JURIED ART EXHIBITION
DEADLINE FOR ENTRY: March 7th, 2015
ARTIST INFORMATION
Artist Name:
Address:
City:
Postal Code:
Phone Number:
Email Address:
ENTRY #1
Category: 2D
3D
Performance
Video
Student Entry
Title:
Medium:
Size:
For Sale:
Yes
Price: $
No
*Insurance Value:
ENTRY #2
Category: 2D
3D
Performance
Video
Student Entry
Title:
Medium:
Size:
For Sale:
Yes
No
Price: $
*Insurance Value:
Signature:
Date:
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8th Annual Open Juried Contemporary Art Exhibition 2015
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8th Annual Open Juried Contemporary Art Exhibition 2015