Scituate Arts Association“Arts Alive!” Weekend: Plein Air Painting
Scituate Harbor & Environs
June 28 & 29, 2008
On June 28 & 29, the Scituate Arts Association invites artists of all ages-youths to seniors-and skills-novice to professional-to experience Plein Air Painting in Scituate Harbor and the surrounding environs including Lighthouse Point, Cole Parkway, the Marina area and Young’s Boatyard. Those who plan to paint are asked to provide their own sack lunch and water. There is limited access to water and restroom facilities in the area
Demonstrations by several local artists are planned at various times and locations. Registration will entitle participants to take part in a “Wet Paint Show” at Scituate Arts Association’s Front Street Gallery on Sunday, June 29 from 1:30-5 pm and to be eligible to receive an award. The public will have an opportunity to vote for their choice in “The People’s Choice Award.”
Advance registration is requested of participants. Applications are available online at www.scituateart.com, by e-mail to jcornacch@aol.com and phone 781-545-7613 - or stop by Front Street Gallery, 124 Front St., Unit #8 to pick up an application.
Rules for the Event:
1. Artists may choose to paint any subject or any scene, as long as it is located in or near Scituate Harbor and its environs.
2. Artists may register in advance and mail in to the SAA, PO Box 214, Scituate, MA 02066 or on Saturday, June 28 at the Front Street Art Gallery, 124 Front St., Scituate between 10 am and 2 pm. The event will be held rain or shine, so come prepared. In case of rain, additional plein air time will be allowed on Sunday until 1:30 pm with final hanging of the “Wet Paint Show” to be completed by 2 pm. Registration fee is $5.00.
3. After signing in, artists will be given directions to suggested painting sites and other useful information
4. Each work of art must be started and completed "en Plein air" (outdoors) at any time during the Scituate Arts Association’s “Arts Alive!” Weekend.
5. Each artist may submit one piece of work for the competition and sale.
6. Artwork will be judged by popular vote and a “People’s Choice Award” given.
7. Art completed "en Plein aire" should be delivered to the Front Street Art Gallery on Saturday, June 28 by 5 pm or immediately on opening on Sunday, June 29 at 1:30 pm.
8. The Scituate Arts Association reserves the right to refuse to accept any artwork that is not painted according to the rules or is of inappropriate subject matter.
9. People’s Choice Award will close at 4:30 pm on Sunday, June 29. Art pieces can be collected at the close of business on Sunday at 5 pm. Artwork not picked up by the artist or sold will be donated to a charity of the SAA’s choosing.
10. A 40% commission on the proceeds from the sale of artists’ paintings will be assessed by the Scituate Arts Association. Checks will be mailed to participating artists within two weeks of the event. No sales may be handled directly by the artist.
11. “People’s Choice Award” winner will be the featured artist in SAA’s summer newsletter and posted on our website.
12. The artist is responsible for insurance of his or her artwork. The Scituate Arts Association assumes no responsibility for theft, damage or liability. We will make our best effort to assure the security of the artwork once it is at the judging site.
Hosted by the Scituate Arts Association and our generous sponsor Harbour Insurance Agency
Scituate Arts Association PO Box 214, Scituate, MA 02066
Scituate Arts Association PO Box 214, Scituate, MA 02066
Plein Air Registration Form
Plein Air Artists, The Scituate Arts Association welcomes you!
Mark your calendar and plan to participate in the Scituate Arts Association’s “Arts Alive!” Weekend: Plein Air Art Event June 28 & 29, 2008
You will find inspiration in Scituate Harbor and the surrounding environs including Lighthouse Point, Cole Parkway, the Marina area and Young’s Boatyard. Art lovers will visit your venue, our gallery and provide great opportunity to purchase your original artwork.
Questions??? Visit our website www.scituateart.com, or e-mail jcornacch@aol.com , or call 781-545-7613or stop by Front Street Gallery to pick up an application.
Painting times: Sat, June 28 10 to 5; added time in case of rain, Sun, June 29 10-1:30 (must complete application on Sat; Gallery will be open regular hours on Sun.)
Wet Paint Show & Sale at Front St. Gallery, Sun, June 29, 1:30-5 People’s Choice Award at 4:30
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Plein Air Painting Competition
at Scituate Arts Association
Front Street Art Gallery, 124 Front Street, Scituate, MA
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Artist Name: First_________________________Last_______________________________
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I have read and accept the rules and conditions for the competition and sale
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Hosted by the Scituate Arts Association and our generous sponsors Harbour Insurance Agency
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