WNAC seeks artists for their Artful Jewelry & Accessories Boutique Market - Scottsbluff Star Herald
SCOTTSBLUFF — West Nebraska Arts Center is seeking artists for a May exhibit.
The practice of jewelry making has evolved alongside humans for thousands of years and has progressed to an art form shown in museums and galleries across the globe.
The 2018 Artful Jewelry & Accessories Boutique Market is a juried, group exhibit that will showcase original, handmade creations of all kinds.
WNAC invites participants in the field of vintage and contemporary wearable art to highlight pieces that are not only decorative, but perhaps have a message to convey to viewers and buyers as well. Space allotted for each artist will be determined by the number of entries accepted. All displays, set up and tear down are the responsibility of the artist under the guidance and assistance of WNAC staff and volunteers.
The exhibit will open Thursday, May 3, with an Open House on Saturday, May 5, from 1-5 p.m. and will continue in the main gallery through June 16.
Open to artists 16 years and older. Artists must submit 3-5 (maximum 10) printed photographs or digital images of jewelry and accessories displayed in a creative way that depicts good detail of individual pieces as well as overall display concept.
Also required is a short bio/resumé and brief description of the work to be displayed, as well as the materials and process used.
Be sure to include name, phone number, mailing address and email address.
Submit to WNAC office or email lena@thewnac.com by Friday, March 30, at 5 p.m. No late entries will be accepted. No exceptions.
Once accepted, artists must set up a time and date in advance and be able to deliver their artwork and completed inventory to West Nebraska Arts Center between May 1-2.
Artists must bring own display units and set up everything at one time. WNAC will not provide display units for jewelry and accessories.
Notification to artists regarding artwork selected/not selected for exhibit will be Tuesday, April 3, via email and/or phone.
Artists whose work is juried into the 2018 Jewelry & Accessories Showcase pay $20 per artist.
Fees are due May 1 or 2 when artwork is delivered. Make checks payable to: West Nebraska Arts Center or WNAC.
Payment may also be made with cash or a credit card.
Artists must also be able to remove their unsold artwork and display units on Sunday, June 17, at 1 p.m.
For more information, check out our website at www.thewnac.com.
