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ARTIST APPLICATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

8th Annual Valley Artists Studio Tour

OVERVIEW

The public will be invited to visit local artists’ studios and purchase art during the weekend of October 6 and 7, 2012. This will be a ticketed event with proceeds going to local arts causes. Tour Hours will be from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on both days. An artists reception and sale will take place on Saturday, October 6 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. This event will allow the public to meet all of the artists while enjoying live music, refreshments and beverages. A group exhibition and sale will be open to the public the week prior to the tour.

All fine Artists are invited to submit their work for possible selection….

GUIDELINES
• All Artists must be residents of the San Fernando Valley.
• Artists will be selected based on photos submitted and a studio visit.
• Artists retain all proceeds from studio sale.
• Each Artist will make one piece available for sale at the group exhibit and will receive 70% of the sale price.
• Artist is responsible for all liability insurance, business licensing and sales tax.
• All submitted images are eligible for selection for use in publicity, promotional materials and on our website.
• There will be various promotional and publicity related events, as well as organizational meetings where Artist participation is expected. Artists will be asked to sell a minimum number of tour tickets, possibly 10.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

1. Properly completed application form (below).
2. A non-returnable CD or DVD containing at least 3 (6 preferred) images of your current work which represent what will be shown on the tour. Also include a photo of your studio and/or you at work.
3. JPEG images preferred (300 dpi/1800×1200 pixels or greater).
4. Your current resume or bio, with your exhibition history (both an electronic and printed version preferred).
5. All entry fees paid by two checks or money orders, made payable to:

• San Fernando Valley Arts Council/VAST
• Check #1: Jury Fee — $25 (non-refundable)
• Check #2: Acceptance fee — $125 (refundable if artist is not selected. Include a self- addressed stamped envelope).

NOTE: Application, CD/DVD, fees and resume/bio must be submitted by March 5, 2012 to: San Fernando Valley Arts Council, Post Office Box 571476, Tarzana, CA 91357
The selection committee will review all submissions, conduct studio visits, and make final decisions by March 20, 2012. Selected artists will be notified immediately thereafter. Late registrations may be accepted based on space availability, demand for specific mediums and price points.

For more information please contact: San Fernando Valley Arts Council
Phone: (818) 469-3380 or e-mail: sfvarts2@yahoo.com

ARTIST APPLICATION FORM
8th Annual Valley Artists Studio Tour

NAME: ________________________________________________________________________
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STUDIO ADDRESS: _____________________________________________________________
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Size: _____________________________Price Range:____________________________

ARTIST STATEMENT OR DESCRIPTION OF WORK: __________________________________________________________________________

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I understand that the San Fernando Valley Arts Council retains the right to use selected artworks and photos taken during event activities for publicity purposes.

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