12th Annual 2008 ArtWorks Festival

Eau Gallie Arts District
Highland Avenue
Melbourne, FL


Saturday, November 22, 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday, November 23, 10 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The 2008 Exhibitor Application

(321) 242-1456

2008 ArtWorks of Eau Gallie Festival will include the Jury Process

2008 Exhibitor Booth Fee Schedule - November 22nd & 23th, 2008

$160.00 Booth Fee
$50.00 Late Fee

ArtWorks of Eau Gallie Fine Art Festival is an extraordinary experience for the entire family. The community-oriented event features over 100 artists working en Plein Air. The unique requirement that each artist create works as they exhibit or demonstrate their techniques makes this an extraordinary show for both artists and patrons. The monetary awards have increased steadily since ArtWorks’ inception in 1996 to $11,850 for 2007. Patron purchase awards have increased annually with $4,000 awarded in last year’s ArtWorks.Simultaneous events occur at the Brevard Art Museum, Eau Gallie Public Library, local galleries, and the Brevard Porcelain Artists at the Eau Gallie Civic Center.

REQUIREMENTS

This is a "working artist" show. All artists must be prepared to either demonstrate
their method of work or be able to illustrate works in progress. “En Plein Air” is a French expression that means “in open air.” During the mid 1800’s artists painted outdoors to get the benefit of natural light. ArtWorks Art Festival provides a unique experience for the public to view artists painting outdoors as well as other artist/craftsmen demonstrating their expertise in order to expand our knowledge of what is involved in creating an artwork or craft object. Therefore, ArtWorks values the act of educating the public as much as providing outstanding artwork to be viewed. In addition to the awards given for excellence in art displayed
at the festival, our show gives a bonus award for the best demonstrator. The best demonstrator engages and educates the public in his/her demonstration.

VIEWING COMMITTEE

A viewing committee will tour the Festival area on Saturday and Sunday to ensure that all rules are followed. Any violation of these rules may result in expulsion from the festival and forfeiture of all fees.

ARTWORK

•All work must be original art created by the artist since 2006. Works that have won previous awards in this Festival are not eligible for awards in 2008 and should be labeled “Ineligible for Award.”

•Only original numbered prints such as lithographs, etchings and serigraphs may be displayed in the appropriate category. Limited or handmade prints and offset lithograph prints are allowed - one browse box per booth. The viewing committee will strictly enforce this rule.

•Work that is unacceptable to show includes, but is not limited to, artwork created from works of the masters, commercial reproductions, or products, copies, kits and all crafts defined as hobby work.

EXHIBITS

•Artists may only display work in the category in which their work has been accepted. All exhibited artwork must be accurately represented in the slides (digital images).

•Accepted artists must be in attendance during both days of the festival. No stand-ins or agents permitted (although assistants are permitted.)

•Artists will be provided with and must display a card showing their name, city of residence, category and space number.

•Ribbons and prizes from previous shows or publicity materials may not be displayed.

•Booth spaces are 12’ x 12.’ Tents are highly recommended but not required. Artists are
responsible for safety and security of their display/ booth.

•Booths may not be shared unless a two-person team producing an item is specified on the application.

•All exhibitors must abide by City of Melbourne rules in the festival area, i.e. service animals only.

•Artists are to collect and are responsible for Florida sales tax.

•Artists must leave their space clean after packing up on Sunday evening.

•Booth breakdown must not occur until 5:30 p.m.

•24 hour Festival security will be provided on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.

CALENDAR

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13
Postmark and / or hand-delivered deadline of application form, images, resume, fee, and SASE (Note: hand-delivered applications must be taken to ArtWorks of Eau Gallie, 1490 Highland Ave., Melbourne, FL 32935.)

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15
Notification will be mailed.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1
No refunds are given for cancellations after November 1, 2008.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21
Registration from 3 to 5 p.m. Booth set-up after registration. Champagne and Hot Dogs from 6 - 8 p.m.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22
Registration at 7 a.m. Booth set-up after registration.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22
ArtWorks, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23
Artist Award presentation and recognition reception, 9 – 10 a.m. Brevard Art Museum

ArtWorks, Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Patron vouchers may be redeemed at 3 p.m. at Brevard Art Museum Lobby.
Booth breakdown must not occur until 5:30 p.m.

info@artworksofeaugallie.org

Questions? Call the Brevard Art Museum (321) 242-0737