ICPL Art Purchase Prize 2007
The Library is seeking original artwork for inclusion in Art-To-Go, a collection of framed posters and juried, original artwork available for loan to Library cardholders.
Who May Enter
Any artist age 18 or over who lives, works, or exhibits in the Iowa City/Johnson County area and who has participated in at least one juried show is eligible. In order to foster new talent, previous winners must sit out two years before entering again.
How To Enter
Each artist may enter TWO artworks. Submit one slide of each original artwork, accompanied by the entry form. Put your name, entry number and the word "top" on the top front of each slide mount (see additional slide preparation guidelines). For return of the slides, include a stamped self-addressed envelope.
The Library will begin accepting slides September 1, 2007. The deadline for slide submission is October 12, 2007.
Entry forms may be downloaded online with the slide preparation and framing guidelines found with the entry form, or they can be picked up at the Library, The Art Mission, Artists Concepts, Ltd., Arts Iowa City, Galleries Downtown, Chamber of Commerce, Dick Blick, Hudson River Gallery, Iowa Artisans Gallery, City Hall, Iowa City Recreation Center, Senior Center, UI School of Art, and University Camera.
Criteria For Entry
Any two-dimensional or low-relief media are acceptable, including drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, collage, paper/fiber/textile, and mixed media. Original art only!
The framed work must be no smaller than 12" x 12" and no larger than 36" x 36". All artwork (including oil paintings) must be framed with Plexiglas ONLY and be ready for hanging with wire (no sawtooth hangers). Frames must be sturdy and suitable for transport to the offices and homes of library card holders. Archival or "museum" quality materials must be used for printing, mounting and matting. (see additional framing guidelines).
Pricing
Artwork should be priced under $500, as the committee hopes to acquire several pieces for the total available funds of $2,200.
Selection
Judging is a two-step process. The Library Art Purchase Prize Committee will view slides on October 23. Finalists will be asked to bring their FRAMED artwork to the Library on October 29 for the final jurying. Unframed work will not be considered. Artists not chosen as finalists will be notified by mail. Final judging will occur the afternoon of October 30, and artists may pick up their artwork between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. that evening, at which time they will be notified of the Committee's decision.
