Thirty-seventh Annual Rock Island Fine Arts Exhibition—Call for Entries
March 5–April 21, 2013 (also open on the following Sundays: April 7, 14 and 21 from noon to 4
p.m.; closed for Easter holiday, March 29–April 3); catalog available as of April 5 reception
Co-sponsored by the Augustana College Art Museum and the Rock Island Art Guild
Eligibility
The exhibition is open to visual artists 18 years of age and older residing within an approximate
150-mile radius of the Quad Cities (excluding the metro Chicago/Cook County and Des Moines
areas). A total of two original works of visual art from all media are eligible, excepting video;
giclée reproductions are not considered to be original. Diptychs and triptychs will be counted as
one entry; portfolios, works in series or works not connected together in one frame will not be
counted as one entry. Works should not have been previously exhibited in the Rock Island Fine
Arts Exhibition.
Media that are two-dimensional and are installed on a wall may be no wider than 72 inches and
no taller than 96 inches, framed dimensions. Freestanding media must not exceed dimensions
of 30 inches height by 30 inches depth by 30 inches length. The weight limit is 100 pounds per
object. Two-dimensional entries must be framed and ready to be displayed. All works must be
identified with an appropriate label on reverse or underside. Please do not frame with glass
works that can be glazed with plexiglas; we cannot be responsible for glass breakage. Any
work requiring special installation procedures must be accompanied by clear instructions.
Juror
The 2013 juror is San Francisco Bay Area artist and writer Pamela Blotner. In her Berkeley
studio she creates sculptures and drawings reflecting on humankind's relationship to the natural
world: our beliefs, traditions and human responsibilities. In her writing and travels she examines
the survival strategies used by communities besieged by war and violence, and the ways in
which their artists respond and use visual art as a powerful tool and cultural touchstone to heal
and shape a culture and ensure its continued survival. Over the last 20 years, much of Blotner's
work has been informed by her experiences as an Illustrator/Mission Specialist on missions for
Human Rights Watch, Physicians for Human Rights, and the UC Berkeley Human Rights
Center. Blotner is an adjunct professor at John F. Kennedy University, a member of the faculty
of Pixar University at Pixar Animation Studios, a consultant to the Graduate School of Meridian
University, and an advisor to the board of Artist's Rescue Mission in Houston, Texas.
Awards
First Prize....……….$1,000
Second Place..….…...$500
Third Place.....………..$300 (Founder’s Award given in recognition of a Rock Island Art Guild
member; the 2013 award is dedicated to Mr. and Mrs. G. Pierson and Ruth Brauch)
Honorable Mentions ...$100
People's Choice....…….$50
Children's Choice.……..$50
$500 "Sally MacMillan Watercolor Award" given in recognition of the Rock Island Art Guild
founder, at discretion of juror
$500 Two-dimensional Award in Memory of Bernice and Stanley Harris, long-time members of
the Rock Island Art Guild
$500 Freestanding Entry Award in Memory of Zeivel Harris, long-time member of the Rock
Island Art Guild
Awards will be announced at the opening reception on Friday, April 5, at 5:40 p.m. A show
catalogue/brochure will be published and distributed to all participating artists as of this
reception.
Entry Procedure–Due Thursday, January 21, 2013
Preliminary jurying will be from digital images or 35mm. slides. Each artist may enter a
maximum of 2 works - 1 detail image of each entry allowed.
Digital: Send images only as a PC compatible, quality JPEG format on CD, with CD clearly
marked with permanent marker as to artist's name and title(s). Please do not provide images
bigger than 4 megabytes. Images should be in proper orientation for viewing, in the order of
listing on the entry form. We will not return your CD to you unless you include a CD-sized,
stamped self-addressed mailing container.
Slides: Write on the slide mount the artist's name, title/identification of piece, and the word "top"
to designate the way the image should be oriented.
No other materials than those listed above will be dispatched to the juror. This is a two-step
jury process; the final exhibition will be selected from actual work invited as a result of the slide
jurying. SELECTION OF ACTUAL WORK FOR FINAL JURYING DOES NOT GUARANTEE
SELECTION FOR EXHIBITION. Works submitted for final jurying must conform to the images
submitted.
Incentive to try to avoid late entries! Entries received or postmarked by January 11 should
include a $25 non-refundable fee for a maximum of two entries. The fee should be made
payable to the Rock Island Art Guild by check or money order. Entries postmarked or received
after January 11 should include a $30 non-refundable fee for a maximum of two entries. The fee
should be made payable to the Rock Island Art Guild by check or money order. Entries must
include: images, completed entry form, notification cards, entry fee, and self-addressed
stamped envelope for notification of acceptance, and return of images (return of CD must be
specifically requested). Send entries to:
Art Museum - RIFAE
Bergendoff Hall, 639 38th St.
Augustana College
Rock Island, Illinois 61201
Entries must be delivered to the above address by the end of the day, January 21, 2013.
Entries received later than that time may miss the dispatch of images to the juror.
For more information, assistance or additional entry forms, contact 309-794-7231 during
weekday business hours, or the address listed above. Prospectus also on Augustana College
(Rock Island) web site at augustana.edu/arts/art museum.
Delivery/Shipping
Shipped works may be sent in a reusable carton to arrive by Friday, February 15. We will not be
responsible for shipped works framed in glass. Artist is responsible for prepayment of costs for
return shipment. Hand-delivered works may be delivered on February 15 and 16 from 10 a.m.
to 4 p.m. to Art Storage (in the tunnel) in Bergendoff Hall, the building located at the northwest
corner of 7th Avenue & 38th Street, Rock Island. Visitor parking and a loading zone are located
at the east side of the building. Pick-up dates for hand-delivered works are Friday, April 26 from
10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m. to noon. Works not selected for final jury
may be picked up if prior special appointment is made with Augustana College. A $5 daily
storage fee will be charged for works not picked up by May 10. A driver's license or comparable
identification may be required before works are released.
Liability
Although all precautions will be taken, neither Augustana College nor the Rock Island Art Guild
assumes responsibility for the safety of work submitted. All works will be insured while exhibited
on the premises of Augustana College.
Sales
In the event an artist's work is sold, the Augustana College Art Museum will retain a 15%
commission, which includes the 8% sales tax paid through the college budget. The Rock Island
Art Guild will not receive a commission.
Agreement
Submission of an entry to this exhibition constitutes an agreement by the entrant to the
conditions set forth in this prospectus and for the reproduction of work for all non-profit
publications and publicity connected with the Rock Island Art Guild and Augustana College.
2013 Calendar Summary
January 11: discount for early delivery or postmark (images, forms, $25 fee)
January 21: entries due (images, forms, $30 fee; entries received after January 21 may be too
late)
February 4: preliminary notifications mailed
February 15 and 16: hand-delivered and shipped works received, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
March 6–April 21: exhibition, Augustana College Art Museum, Augustana College, hours are
Tuesdays through Saturdays noon–4 p.m. (also open on the following Sundays: April 7, 14 and
21 from noon to 4 p.m.; closed for Easter holiday, March 29–April 3)
April 5: opening reception, 4:30–6:30 p.m., awards announced at 5:40 p.m., catalogs made
available
April 21: Children's Choice and People's Choice Awards announced at noon; exhibition closes 4
p.m.
April 26 and 27: hand-delivered works pick up, Friday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.–noon
Entry Form: Due Thursday, January 21, 2013
Completed, legible form must accompany entries. All entries must have a listed
insurance value, even if not for sale (N.F.S.). Insurance value should not exceed artist's
price. E-mail addresses will not be shared.
2-d limit: 72 x 96"
3-d limit: 30 x 30 x 30"
Artist
Phone (
)___________
Address ________________________________________________________
State
Zip___________E-mail______________________
#1 -- Title
Medium
Insurance Value__________
Artist's Price (or N.F.S.)_________
Dimensions in inches (ht. x wd. x dp.)__________________________________
#2 -- Title
Medium
Insurance Value__________
Artist's Price (or N.F.S.)_________
Dimensions in inches (ht. x wd. x dp.)__________________________________
Preliminary Jurying Notice
Include this form with slide or digital image entries
Artist_______________________________________________
#1 -- Title____________________________________________
accepted
not accepted
#2 -- Title____________________________________________
accepted
not accepted
2012 Acknowledgments
We thank:
- Paul Lange Illustration Inc., for artistic services in designing the Call for Entries and Catalog.
- The Victorian Inn Bed and Breakfast, Rock Island, for accommodations for the year 2012 juror.
2012 Contributors
Benefactors— $500 and up
Deere and Company
Ms. Diane von Dresky
Mrs. Shirley Harris
Mrs. Isador Katz
Sustainers—$250 to $499
Bituminous Insurance Companies
Mr. and Mrs. Gary and Gloria Burlingame
Dr. and Mrs. Brian and Barbara Cady
Mr. William Hannan
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin and Jane Koski
Mr. and Mrs. Fred and Cindy Lukasik
Dr. and Mrs. Ralph and Jennifer Saintfort
Donors— $150 to $249
Mrs. G. Pierson Brauch
Mrs. Marcia Carver
Great River Productions
Mrs. Nancy Hass
Dr. and Mrs. Paul and Sue McDevitt
Mr. and Mrs. Italo and Joann Milani
Sexton Ford
Supporters— $100 to $149
Mrs. Jean Appier
Mr. and Mrs. Ron and Joyce Glassner
Mrs. Joan Larsen
Mr. Lionel Marcoux
Ms. Barbara Marx
Dr. and Mrs. Jeffrey and Jo Ellen Maurus
Judge Jeffrey O’Connor
Mr. and Mrs. David and Barbara Parker
Mr. and Mrs. James and Sandra Partridge
Dr. and Mrs. Timothy and Martha Schermer
Mr. George J. Schlenker
Mr. and Mrs. Tom and Holly Sparkman
Mr. and Mrs. Carl and Jacquelyn Stone
The National Bank
The Valley Construction Company
Mr. and Mrs. Douglas and Beverly Walker
Wheelan Pressly Funeral Home
Contributors— up to $99
Mrs. Rita Benker
Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin and Nancy Farrar
Mike Lawrence and Sherry Maurer
Mr. and Mrs. Bob and Kathy Lelonek
Mr. and Mrs. Stan and Christa Lohmeier
Mrs. Linda Pfaff
Mr. Rick Sandway
Ms. Emily Smith
Mr. and Mrs. Stephen and Corrine Smith