Artists call for propositions BIENNALE INTERNATIONALE DES

Artists call for propositions
BIENNALE INTERNATIONALE DES ARTS DU PAPIER Edition 2015
&
Fête du Livre d’Artiste et Papier
Paper artists are invited to submit proposals for the 2015 special edition of the Biennale.
The first venue will be in the UK - NEW BREWERY ARTS CENTRE
In The heart of the Cotswolds
CIRENCESTER GLOUCESTERSHIRE – 28 MARCH – 31 MAY 2015
THEME - Métamorphose-Memorie Profond – Transformation
(Title to be finalised)
Works in paper as the main medium, installations, sculptures, tableaux,( artists books for the
exhibition & the Fete de Livre de artiste et Papier), performance including video and sound
will all be considered , as well as research and paper works shops, demonstrations etc. Works
that address issues of nature and the environment will be particularly welcomed.
THE 2015 edition of the biennale will be a travelling exposition to 2 – 3 venues & countries
UK - FRANCE - and possibly TAIWAN.
Dates and exact venues of further exhibitions to be finalised
ALL works must be available from approx 20 MARCH 2015 – 31 JANUARY 2016
Please send in your applications proposals before the 30 July 2014
Exhibition Committee
[email protected]
Chaine de Papier
Le Mas du Tel
Pont d’Herault
30440
Sumene
FRANCE
www.biennialartpaperfibre.com
Formulaire de participation
THEME
Biennale Internationale des Arts du Papier 2015
& Fête du livre d’artiste
Métamorphose, Memorie profond, Transformation
Works in paper as the main medium , installations , sculpture, tableaux,
*livres d’artiste, video and sound which address the theme will all be
considered including research and workshop/ateliers.Works of all scales
from large installations to mini will be welcome.
LIEUX D’EXPOSITION :
New Brewery Arts Centre
Cirencester , Gloucestershire , England.
DATES :
du 28 March to 31 May 2015.
OTHER VENUES & DATES to be confirmed in France and further a field
*Fête du Livre d’Artiste et du Papier POP - UP GALERIE NBA
EXPOSANTS :
All art works using paper as the main medium.
CATALOGUE :
One copy of the basic catalogue (not the limited edition) will be
available free to each participant.
A limited edition catalogue will also be printed on Washi paper
from the Ateliers Papetier Arles de Benoit Dudognon with a
avant print reservation
JURY :
Helene Tschacher, l’IAPMA; Jan Fairbairn-Edwards, Chaine de
Papier; Charmian Pollok artiste invite ; representative NBA ; Jane
Ingram Allen artist papermaker Taiwan/USA
DEADLINE :
Forms to be received by 31 July 2014
NOTIFICATION :
All accepted artists will be notified by email by the 10 September 2014 .
After selection you will be asked to fill in the form from the NBA with
details of your works as well as sending in your participation fee.
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COMMISSION : New Brewery Arts will charge sales commission (at 40% plus VAT
at 20%) on the artists’ gallery sale price. This means that the artist receives 52% of the
sale price of any work sold .The Gallery/organisers take 48% of the sale price40%commission
plus vat on the commission.These rates will apply for all of the Biennale 2015 venues.
Cost of Postage ;
Cost of postage to the first venue NBA will be at the expense of the
artist. The return and cost to each venue will be the organisers (Chaine
de papier’s) responsibility. If you are sending from outside of the EU
please mark your parcel « NO Value » or » Less than 100€ » if this is
not marked your works may incurr import tax which will mean your
parcel will be returned to you.
PACKAGING:
The packaging is the responsibility of the artist.
For the return of your works the original packaging will be
used therefore it must be possible to open without damage.
ASSURANCE :
Insurance of your works when in transit will be the responsibility of the
artist. Your works will be insured during each exhibition .
Artists are strongly advised to obtain their own separate insurance as
these insurances usually cover only the cost of the materials and the
value must also be proved.
TIME LINE
DEAD LINE ENTRIES - 30 JULY -2014
NOTIFICATION SELECTION
- 10 SEPTEMBER - 2014
DEADLINE FOR WORKS TO ARRIVE AT NBA
21 MARS - 2015
EXHIBITION OPENING – 28 MARS – 31 MAI 2015
LIVRE DE ARTISTE et PAPIER EXPO POP-UP GALERIE
Two weeks from the 31th march 2015
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Formulaire participation
EXHIBITION & FETE DU LIVRE d’ARTISTE & Papier
OEUVRE1 ; Title
............................................................................................................................
Materials et techniques used..............................................................................
SIZE Height............cms Length....................cms Depth..........................cms
wall ; ceiling ; floor mounted ; pedastal etc ..........................................................
Performance : Installation :video/ : animation ; space required.................
.....................................................................................................................................
Price you require........................................................................................................
propose a work shop/atelier or demonstration.......................................................
TITLE........................................................................................................................
Oeuvre 2
TITLE...........................................................................................................................
Materials et techniques used..............................................................................
SIZE Height............cms Length....................cms Depth..........................cms
wall ; ceiling ; floor mounted ; pedastal etc ............................................................
Performance Installation :video/ : animation ; space approx required...............
.....................................................................................................................................
Price you require........................................................................................................
propose a work shop/atelier or demonstration.......................................................
TITLE........................................................................................................................
Oeuvre 3
TITLE..........................................................................................................................
Materials et techniques used..............................................................................
SIZE Height............cms Length....................cms Depth..........................cms
wall ; ceiling ; floor mounted ; pedastal etc ..........................................................
Performance Installation :video/ : animation ; space approx required................
.....................................................................................................................................
Price you require........................................................................................................
propose a work shop/atelier or demonstration........................................................
TITLE........................................................................................................................
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Artists are also invited to send in with their oeuvres samples of the paper and fibres used to
add to our on going collection of paper/fibre archives.
To participate you must complete the formulaire signed and dated.
If any information is missing we shall have the right to refuse your entry.
We the organisers ; « Association Chaine de Papier » , will hold the right to cancel at any
time in unforeseen circumstances the event and will reimburse your particiption fees.
I (The Artist) …………………………………… confirm that I agree with the conditions
imposed by the organisers Association Chaine de Papier
I accept equally that my images may be used for publicity for this and other events
organised by the association as well as for the catalogue.
I declare that the works proposed are my own work and in my possession.
I will in the event of my work being sold at one venue replace with a similar work for the
following venue.
Sign.................................................................dated..............................................
ADRESSE ……………………………………………………………..
POST CODE ……………………………………. COUNTRY ……………………
NATIONALITY
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Address e-mail ………………………………………………………………………….
Address site web……………………………………………………………………
Send by email before the 3Ist July 2014
With up to four images of medium quality approximately 2000x1500 pixels.
PLus artist statement and CV
to [email protected]
To be sent after selection :
(1)One image high quality for the catalogue
(2)Cheque 45€
(3) Reservation catalogue limited edition before print price of approx 100€
TO :
Jan Fairbairn-Edwards
Association Chaine de Papier
le Mas du Tel
Pont d’Herault
30440
Sumene
FRANCE
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