 After a very successful debut event, the Lottery for the Arts is back for a second year! All artists are invited to submit entries that they wish to donate for this worthy cause. All proceeds from this event will support future programs and events at Roseville Arts! Blue Line Gallery.
WHAT IS LOTTERY FOR THE ARTS?
The
Lottery for the Arts is a fundraising event that provides art
collectors with an opportunity to aquire original works of fine art,
while supporting a non-profit organization and community of artists.
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EVERYBODY WINS!
Throughout the evening of the Lottery event, tickets are drawn at random. As each ticket is called out, the ticket holder chooses a piece of art from the gallery walls. At the end of the evening, each ticket holder goes home with a work of art valued from $175 up to thousands of dollars.
ARTIST BENEFITS
- Juried Exhibition: Approximately 150 pieces of art will be accepted by a jury of peers and committee members. The exhibit will be on display at the Blue Line Gallery, September 28 - October 8, 2010. Visitors will be encouraged to vote for their favorite piece of art.
- Online Gallery & Program: Accepted pieces will appear on Roseville Arts' website starting August 1, 2010. Each piece featured on the website will include: artist name; title, medium and retail value of artwork; artist statement; and link to artist website, blog, or facebook page.
- Electronic Invitations will be available to each artist to invite their patrons to view the exhibit, vote for their favorite artwork and participate in the Lottery (tickets $175 per couple).
- Artists Reception & $250 People's Choice Award: Private reception for the artists and major Roseville Arts donors will be held Thursday, October 7, 5:30 - 7pm. People's Choice Award will be announced at 6:30pm.
ELIGIBILITY
- Entries must be received by July 1, 2010
- Artwork must be original. Open to all media. Note: Reproductions (such as giclées) will not be considered.
- Artwork must have a minimum retail value of $175, (2D) framed and/or ready for hanging, (3D) freestanding, ready for display -- gallery will provide sculpture stands during the exhibit.
- Size limitations: Must fit through doors with clear entry of 94" h x 91" w. Height limit for all artwork is 108" (9ft). Weight limit is 75 lbs.
SUBMISSION
- Online (preferred) at www.rosevillearts.org/EntryForm_Lottery.html
- Mail or drop-off the entry form and CD of images & statements to:
Roseville Arts! Attn: Lottery for the Arts, 405 Vernon St Ste 100, Roseville CA 95678
Provide SASE for return of CD. Gallery hours: Tues - Sat., 10am-5pm
NOTIFICATION of acceptance/ denial will be sent out July 15, 2010.
ARTWORK DELIVERY
Hand delivery and shipping of accepted artwork is the responsibility of the artist. All accepted artwork must arrive to the gallery by Sept. 25. Scheduled delivery dates: Friday, Sept. 24 & Saturday, Sept. 25, 10am-5pm.
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Roseville Arts!
BLUE LINE GALLERY
405 Vernon St., Ste 100
Roseville, CA 95678
916.783.4117
www.rosevillearts.org
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