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ORIGINAL WORK ONLY.
NO LIMITED EDITION PRINTS
OR REPRODUCTIONS.
NO PRODUCTION OR FUNCTIONAL POTTERY
Mass reproductions of images
produced on a commercial printing press or via computer generated
processes such as giclee and imported goods are
not acceptable; neither is production or functional pottery
or production sculpture.
Any exhibitor who does not display work similar to that which was juried
will forfeit participation in future shows and will be required to
remove work that is not representational of materials submitted/juried.
The sale of Art Cards is permitted providing the space allocated
for the sale of cards in the artist's booth is limited to 5% of total
booth space.
Note:
Hand pulled prints such as mono-prints, etchings, linocuts, wood block
prints, lithographs, hand produced silkscreen are not classified as mass
produced items for this show providing the edition remains relatively
small - under 100.
APPLICATION
REQUIREMENTS
Each new artist must submit ...(if you have
been a participant in a previous show you will only need to
submit the application form with your cheque)
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A signed and fully completed application
form
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You may submit your website address
instead of photo prints. If you do not have a
website a minimum of 4 snapshot size photo prints of the
artist's work must be submitted either my mail or via
email (wowweb@telus.net). Each submission must include
the the title, the medium, and the artist's name and
address.
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A self addressed, stamped envelope for
return of prints. Mail to Shirley Dickie 1603 B Burgess
Rd. Courtenay BC V9N 5R8
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A cheque or money order for the full
amount of the fee for booth space(s). Made payable to
the Town of Comox.
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A very short biography.
SIZE & COST OF BOOTH SPACE
Christmas Show
booths are as
follows:
28 - 8' x 10' booths @ $100 + GST
6 - 4' x 10' booths @ $50 + GST
2 - 8' x 8' booths @ $80 + GST
6 - 8' x 16' booths @ $160 + GST
Display materials are the responsibility of the artist. Each
exhibitor must clearly display a sign bearing their name.
To
ensure a visually balanced show, the organizing committee will
allocate space based upon receipt of applications.
No
reserved spaces are available.
Please Note:
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All artists must
supply their own lighting and display materials.
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Lights must be
white halogen or regular incandescent white bulbs.
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No Chistmas lights
or decorations are allowed.
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Depending on booth
size total wattage of lights in each booth space varies.
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Details will be
provided when application is accepted.
Summer Show
Cost of each 12' x 12' booth space is $110 + GST before
July 1st 2010 or HST after July 1st 2010.
You may purchase more than one space.
Worried about what to do
about a booth for the show...see .Booth
Samples here.
SET UP
Exhibitors must show for both days. Take down is not allowed
prior to the end of the show on Sunday.
Spaces will be
clearly marked and numbered. ( Each exhibitor is assigned a
space and will receive notification prior to the show in their
acceptance package. ) Exhibitors are responsible for their own
display materials.
Summer Show
Only
Exhibitors
will be allowed access to the display area only on the morning
of the show. No set up is allowed in Marine Park prior to
Saturday morning.
It
is recommended that exhibitors provide an umbrella or canopy as
shaded areas are extremely limited in the park. Electricity is
not available.
OVERNIGHT SECURITY FOR SUMMER SHOW
Summer Show Only
On site security will be
provided by a professional security company from 5 pm Saturday
evening to 7 pm Sunday morning. Participating artists, at their
own discretion, may leave their work in their display area.
Please note that the Show cannot be held responsible for any
damages that may occur due to weather or any other
uncontrollable circumstances. Artists wishing to protect
themselves from these kinds of circumstances should consider
insuring themselves through their own insurance company.
SHOW
HOURS
Christmas Show Hours
Set up
times not yet available
Open to public
10:00 am to 4:00pm
Exhibitors are required to keep their displays set up until
closing. Dismantling displays early is not permitted as it may
be discouraging for those exhibitors who may be making a last
minute sale.
Summer Show Only
Open to public
10:00 am to 5:00pm
Set up of displays
7:30 am to 9:30 am Saturday Morning.
LOCATION
Christmas
Show Only is held in
the Comox Recreation Centre located on Noel Avenue in Comox.
Summer Show Only
in Marina Park is located in the Comox Harbour area. Access to
the exhibition area is via Wilcox Street.
NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE
New
applicants will receive notification of their status of
acceptance by email. If an exhibitor's application is not
accepted, they will receive a full refund.
IN CASE OF INCLEMENT WEATHER
Summer Show Only
The show goes on rain or
shine.
Exhibitors are advised to bring protective coverings to
place over and under displays in the event of rain. Should heavy
rain or wind conditions occur, exhibitors remain on site at
their own risk.
PARKING FACILITIES
Parking is
available for exhibitors close to the exhibit area.
SALES PROCEDURES
All exhibitors are
responsible for their own sales. No telephones are available so
exhibitors accepting credit cards must make their own
arrangements for authorization.
ACCOMMODATION
For information on
hotels and restaurants contact the Comox Valley Tourist Bureau.
CANCELLATIONS
/ Refund Policy
Refunds
will be available ... less a $15 administration fee ... if
notice is given in writing before July 8, 2009.
After the
8th of July, 2009 deadline - no refunds will be given.
RULES
By submitting an
application exhibitors agree to abide by the rules of the
Original Only Fine Art Show. Exhibitors also agree to comply
with any reasonable request by show officials with regards to
displays and conduct. Exhibitors also agree to the use of their
photos and bios for promotional purposes only.
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Contact
General Information
Joe
Smith
joesmith@shaw.ca
webmaster
Shirley Dickie
wowweb@telus.net
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