Information for Artists

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Schedule

Who should apply

We are looking for original artwork in a broad range of media—from painting to puppetry, ceramics to glass, jewelry to handbags, knitwear to mixed media. Established and emerging artists are highly encouraged to apply. This is a great place to show new work, or sell older work. Artwork must be produced by the artist applying to the sale.

How to apply

Please mail or deliver applications and materials to Buckman School by 4:30pm on November 21, 2008:

Buckman Elementary School
320 SE 16th Avenue
Portland, OR 97214

Steps to apply:

1. Fill out an application in 1 of 3 ways (deadline passed Nov 21, 2008)
   1. Use our online application OR
   2. Download and print a PDF version of the application OR
   3. Pick up a paper copy of the application at the Buckman School office
2. Be sure to include 4 photos of your artwork AND a photo and sketch of your display system (if using your own layout system ), as indicated in the application:
   • If you use the online application, simply follow the instructions to attach your digital images to the application.
     OR
   • If you are filling out a paper copy of the application (either the PDF or paper version you pick up in the office) OR if you don't have digital images, please make sure to include either printed versions and slides of your 4 images and display-system photo and sketch ( if any), OR a CD containing the 4 digital images and display-system photo and sketch (if any ).
3. Feel free to provide any additional printed or digital materials on CD—resume, portfolio, press clippings, etc
4. Please provide a self-addressed, stamped envelope large enough to hold any materials you want returned
5. Please make (non-refundable) application fee check payable to Buckman PTA: $15 for Buckman parents, $25 for all others. See below for explanation.

Please submit application (online or paper version) and any and all additional materials and fees to Buckman Elementary School (address above) before November 21 at 4:30pm. Entries received after 4:30 on November 21 will be marked late and may not be accepted.

About the application fee
The nonrefundable fee has been added to help cover the extensive printing and mailing costs associated with the event’s marketing, publicity, and application process. Your application fee will enable us to reach out to even more potential shoppers, increasing the proceeds for participating artists and further benefiting the school. We thank you for your support of Buckman Elementary School Arts Focus and for applying to participate in this wonderful fundraiser.

Questions regarding the artist application process? Trouble using the online application or downloading the PDF? Contact Heidi Steeves at artshowandsell@gmail.com.

Jury process

All entries will be evaluated on the basis of four (4) images of artwork submitted by each artist. Submitted images should be representative of the work intended for sale at the event. The jury includes working artists and arts professionals.

If you are mailing or dropping off your application, please submit each photo in 35mm slide form or on CD (jpg or tif format, 300 dpi or higher). Please note: Artwork submitted digitally, either via electronic application or on CD, is most preferred for publicity purposes..

Acceptance notification

Artists’ will be contacted by mail or email about their acceptance status by February 1, 2008. (Artists who do not provide email addresses should provide correct phone contact information on their application for follow-up communications.) Accepted artists must reconfirm their intent to participate by email or phone by February 11, 2008. Applications not accepted will be returned in the SASE provided by artists. SASE must be large enough and carry sufficient postage to accommodate application, photos of artwork, and any other materials submitted with the application. SASEs submitted with insufficient postage or improperly sized envelopes cannot be used. Artists with unusable SASEs will be contacted and asked to pick up their artwork at the Buckman School office. Applications remaining in the office after March 1, 2008 will be recycled.

Background

The Buckman Art Show & Sell showcases Portland’s vibrant and talented art community while raising much-needed funds for the city’s premier public elementary school with an arts-centered curriculum. Initiated by a team of dedicated parents and artists in 1991, this beloved community-wide event invites professional local artists to show their work in an energetic and family-oriented atmosphere. Opening night festivities kick off a weekend filled with artwork and performances by Buckman Elementary School Arts Focus students and artists from throughout the Portland area.

More than 100 established and emerging artists and craftspersons presenting a range of media and styles will be selected for the 19th annual Buckman Art Show & Sell. Artists—both professional and Buckman students—receive 70% of their proceeds, with the remaining 30% directly supporting Buckman’s art education programming. Thanks to the outstanding work of local artists and volunteers, last year’s artist sales grossed more than $63,000!

In 1989, Buckman Arts Magnet Elementary School became Portland's only public school with an arts-centered curriculum. Students attending Buckman receive weekly drama, art, music, and dance classes that encourage artistic and academic growth. The Buckman Art Show & Sell provides an exciting opportunity for students to envision and develop their own creative futures.

Layout

All artwork is presented in an informal gallery-style arrangement in the Buckman cafeteria and gym. Accepted artists will be assigned a location to best fit the artwork on view. Space assignments will be sent to accepted artists in a packet by February 10, 2009. Limited amounts of additional artwork for re-stocking during the event may be stored under tables or in designated areas in the school.

Donations for silent auctions

The Buckman Art Show & Sell includes a lively silent auction on Friday night. If you feel strongly about the necessity of arts education, and you wish to support Buckman’s arts-integrated educational programs, please consider donating a piece to be included in the silent auction! Artists may designate a minimum bid for donated pieces. Donated artwork sold in the silent auction translates to 100% proceeds for the school, which can be used to preserve and expand the arts programs at Buckman, the city’s premier public arts elementary school, serving children from all economic and ethnic backgrounds from all over Portland. We are very grateful for any artwork you wish to donate.

Publicity

The event is promoted through a media campaign, including postcards mailed to over 1,000 art enthusiasts, posters distributed about town, press releases and photos submitted to appropriate print media, PSAs submitted to electronic media, preview displays at the school, retail promotions, and the Buckman Art Show & Sell Web site (which lists all artists participating in the show). Posters, handbills, postcards, and electronic flyers (e-blasts) will be available for participating artists to distribute to friends, family, clients, and neighborhood retailers. The printed materials will be available in the Buckman office by February 2, 2009, and the electronic flyers will be e-mailed to participating artists for forwarding to their mailing lists.

Artist attendance

Artists are encouraged to attend opening night at Buckman Elementary School (admission for artist and one guest is free). While you are not required to be present, your presence at the event will likely increase your sales. If you cannot attend, please provide business cards, postcards, and/or a mailing list near your artwork so visitors may reach you after the sale.

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