AMP: Artists' Meeting Place and Resource Collective

The Art Fair and Gallery is an opportunity for visual artists from the local community to exhibit and sell their work in two curated gallery spaces and outdoor booths. This split presentation format allows artists to present their work, even if it they prefer not to display it in the curated gallery. Visual artists working in all mediums are encouraged to enter the event, though the gallery portion will favor two dimensional works such as paintings, photographs and fiber art.

2012 Theme: "Just California." John Steven McGroarty wrote his iconic poem "Just California" in 1933, describing the idyllic and natural beauty of the state of California. We know California is more than the "...light of leaping rivers, and the flash of popped plains." California has long thrived on its continual reinvention. We asked artists to investigate topics relevant to California: immigration, the impact of information technology on business and communication, California's tumultuous infrastructure, disastrous earthquakes and fires, racial panic, and unemployment. Explore their findings in the first ever Art Fair & Gallery at McGroarty Arts Center!

Application Descriptions

Vendor Artist Application: Open to any living artist who is at least 18 years of age. Eligible entries include all mediums, excluding video and installations. All work must be the original work of the applicant, suitable for a public venue and available for sale. One entry form per vendor.

Main Hall Gallery Artist Application: Open to any living artist who is at least 18 years of age. Eligible entries include all mediums, preferably 2- dimensional or low relief 3- dimensional work, excluding video and installations. All work must be the original work of the applicant, completed after January 1, 2009, and have not been shown at McGroarty Arts Center before. One entry form per artist, up to 5 works. All 2D works should be framed and must be completely prepared for hanging.

Small Works Gallery Artist Application: These are works that are UNDER 20 inches and are priced for $100 or less. Open to any living artist who is at least 18 years of age. Eligible entries include all mediums, preferably 2- dimensional or low relief 3- dimensional work, excluding video and installations. All work must be the original work of the applicant, completed after January 1, 2009, and have not been shown at McGroarty Arts Center before. One entry form per artist, up to 5 works. All 2D works should be framed and must be completely prepared for hanging. There will be a size requirement due to the nature of the space. Please check in for those details.

Please review each application carefully and submit the required materials where applicable by the deadline. Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.

Deadline: February 7, 2012 by 5pm. This is not a postmark deadline.

Email: monica@mcgroartyartscenter.org

from LA Culture Net