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Call for Art

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Call for Art – Women’s Caucus for Art, Texas Chapter

 

**NEW EXTENDED Entry Deadline:                   August 9, 2024

 

Location:                                 

The Cloister Gallery

1117 Texas Avenue, in Reynolds Hall, Christ Church Cathedral.

Parking garage across the street on San Jacinto.

Artists can have parking validated at the Cathedral’s main reception desk. 

 

Opening Reception:

Wednesday, September 18, 2024, 5:30pm - 7pm

Acceptance Notification:

Monday, August 12, 2024

Artwork drop off date:

Monday September 16, 2024, 2:30pm - 3pm

Closing:

Friday, October 25, 2024

Artwork pick up date:             

Saturday, October 26, 2024, 2:30pm - 3pm

 

Exhibition Chair:                     

Megan Randall

megadorableart@gmail.com

713-689-8925

3660 Richmond Ave Apt 210

Houston, TX 77046

 

This exhibition is an invitation to reflect on our relationship with trees and how it shapes our journey through life. Arborea loosely translates into the Latin word for female tree. Trees nourish and protect, embody the cycle of life and the power of metamorphosis. Not merely providing oxygen, food, and shelter, but also acting as silent witness to our shared history, a reflection of humanity's own varied tapestry. 

 

Trees have long served as beacons, guiding travelers and offering refuge to those in need. Symbolizing life, growth, and spiritual connection, trees are emblems of resilience. Sites of communal strength. Inspiring joy and adventure in young hearts! But human nature has always impacted our dear trees. In their demise, trees give rise to the very structures of our bustling homes. And trees bear testimony to humanity’s darkest hours, unwilling hosts to acts of injustice. Yet, they also stood as beacons of liberty along the Underground Railroad, guiding the footsteps of those seeking a new dawn. 

 

What needs to be said about trees now? What are your closest connections to trees?

 

ELIGIBILITY

 

Entry to this show is open to both WCA-Texas Chapter members (provided dues are up to date) and promising artists looking to join WCA-Texas, who are not yet members. 

ENTRY FEE

 

In an effort to offset expenses and allow us to build a fund to subsidize dues where needed, we have decided to charge members $5 to enter this show. Non-members will be charged $30. The fee is nonrefundable. Entry acceptance is not guaranteed and will be determined by the curation team.

 

Entrants are encouraged to become members of our artist organization. Membership benefits include seminars, workshops, bookclubs, and leadership opportunities. Membership fees are $70. Students and subsidized rates are $55. Join here: nationalwca.org/wca-membership/ Be sure to select the Texas chapter when joining!

 

Entry for Arborea can be paid via our website Texwca.org, or send a check to Afi Ese, our treasurer,  at 9411 Lure Court, Ste. A, Houston, TX 77065

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS                

 

  • We’re excited to celebrate our theme. All selections for the show must support the theme. 

  • Abstract works can tie to the theme by use of an appropriate title. 

  • Artists may enter up to 3 works in 2D media. 

  • 3D media is not accepted for this show due to venue requirements. 

  • Works must be original and unsold. 

  • Works must not exceed 60 inches wide and not exceed 40 inches in height including the frame. 

  • Mats and frames must be professional quality and in good condition.

  • The frame must be securely and professionally presented. 

  • Each piece should be framed and wired for hanging and have a clean back since the panels are light-colored fabric. 

  • Nudity, as well as violent or sexual content, is not appropriate subject matter. 

  • Artwork maximum weight is 25 lbs. 

  • Works on paper must be under glass or Plexiglas. 

  • Because of the fabric background, adhesive-backed tags are not appropriate. 

  • Only wire -- no saw tooth, keyhole, or string hangers -- will be accepted.

 

DELIVERY OF ARTWORK

 

Drop off date:

Monday September 16, 2024, 2:30pm - 3pm

Drop off/ship location:

1117 Texas Avenue, in Reynolds Hall, Christ Church Cathedral

 

If shipping your work, you must notify Exhibition Chair Megan Randall  megadorableart@gmail.com

 

After notice of acceptance drop off or ship artwork to (name/address location). Artwork packed in shipping peanuts will not be accepted. Shipped artwork must arrive with a prepaid return shipping label. Without these labels, the work will not be accepted. Returning artwork will be shipped via FEDEX or UPS. A member, members, and/or volunteers of the WCA Texas Chapter will prepare and return ship the artwork. (exhibition location) staff do not provide this service. Work is not insured by the WCA or the (exhibition location). Complete and affix the labels to each work. See end of this document for labels. Include your completed paper entry form, and signed liability release. 

SALES

 

The Cathedral collects 25% of the sale price including the sales tax. Sales over $600.00 require a W-9 IRS form from the artist. https://www.irs.gov/pub/irs-pdf/fw9.pdf. Sales are handled through the Christ Church Cathedral bookstore. A piece sold during the hours that the Cathedral Bookstore is open may be purchased at the Bookstore, and the Bookstore will collect sales tax from the purchaser and remit same to the State; the Bookstore will notify Harold and the Cathedral Liaison so the piece can be marked as sold. 

 

Under normal circumstances, the Bookstore will remit the balance of the sales price to the artist within 30 days of the closing of the exhibit. If a work is otherwise sold during the exhibit, the artist will notify Harold and the Gallery Liaison of the sale so the piece can be marked as sold. The artist agrees to pay the Cathedral 25% of the sales price within 30 days of the close of the exhibit. Sales that occur outside of Bookstore hours can purchase the art directly off our website, Texwca.org.

INSURANCE AND LIABILITY  

 

Every reasonable precaution will be taken to ensure protection and careful handling of work. The artist is encouraged to take personal insurance for their artwork. Both the Women’s Caucus for Art--Texas and the (exhibition location) are not responsible for any theft, loss, or damage to the artwork. 

PICK UP OR RETURN SHIPMENT OF ARTWORK  

 

Pick up date:

Saturday, October 26, 2024, 2:30pm - 3pm

 

Artwork not sold must be picked up by October 26, 2024. Any piece in an exhibit not picked up by a purchaser before or on the closing day of the exhibit will be in the possession of the artist, who will arrange with the purchaser for pick-up. Artwork not picked up as indicated by the times and dates shown will be taken home by a chapter member who will contact the artist to arrange pick-up soon after.

ENTRY PROCESS

 

Please read the full prospectus.. Complete labels as explained below. 

 

  • Complete entry form on our website, TEXWCA.org. .

  • Include good quality photography JPGs with sharp focus, under 5MB.
    Label the files with artist last name and title of artwork. “LastName_Title.jpg” 

  • Non-members pay $30 for up to three entries. Entries will not be considered without payment being received. If you are a member, please be sure your membership is current.

  • Fill out the labels and affix to the back of each entry. Include a copy of the agreement and the entry form with the artwork when shipped or dropped off. 

  • Entry into the call constitutes legal agreement to the terms and conditions of the exhibition, the Texas Women’s Caucus for Art, and Christ Church Cathedral.

 

LEGAL AGREEMENT

 

General:

  • I hereby certify that my art submission contains my original artwork and is not a reproduction of any published artwork, photographs, magazines, or any other creative materials protected by copyright laws. 

  • I will provide shipping information or remove my artwork in the time frame indicated in this form.

  • I understand that both the Women’s Caucus for Art--Texas and the Cloisters Gallery of Christ Church Cathedral are not responsible for any theft, loss, or damage to my artwork. The Women’s Caucus for Art–Texas and the Cathedral assume no liability for any damage or injury to the artist's works of art displayed on the premises of the Cathedral. However, if damage occurs to a work as a result of the gross negligence or intentional action of an employee or member of the Cathedral, the Cathedral will accept liability for reasonable resulting damages, but only to the extent that the Cathedral's insurance coverage is available and payable in regard to such damages.

  • I grant exclusive rights to both the Women’s Caucus for Art--Texas and the Christ Church Cathedral Cloisters Gallery to photograph my artwork for promotional purposes and to display my art without compensation to me. 

  • I agree to donate 25% of any sales to the (exhibition location) (please price your pieces appropriately to include this amount and any sales tax).

  • I understand that the WCA-Texas Chapter has the right to refuse any artwork.

  • My artwork content is family-friendly and does not include any political, profane, obscene, or offensive content.

  • My artwork will be delivered and collected as indicated above on the scheduled drop-off and strike dates.

  • My artwork will hang for the entire show and will not be removed prior to the strike date. 

Agreement:

 

With the submission of artwork to the Women's Caucus For Art - Texas, and Cloisters of Christ Church Cathedral show, I agree to all terms set forth in the prospectus. If the artwork does not meet the specifics of the entry and/or theme requirements, the artwork will not be accepted. I understand these requirements and the fact that the work will be shown to the public during the venue’s open timeframes.

Arborea Call For Art Prospectus
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