Waterloo Watercolor Group
The 2018 Fall WWG Member Juried Exhibit
North Hills Gallery, 2018
Juror: Alexis Lavine, NWS
When I select paintings for a show or designate the award winners, I look for certain qualities, including good design, personal expression, and a fresh take on whatever the subject might be. I think that a painting stands out from the rest, when the artist has found a new way of expressing its theme, whether it may be figurative, floral, architectural, landscape, or abstract. You might find it curious that I do not consider technical skill to be at the top of my list. We all know that getting watercolor to behave and cooperate is a challenge, but I believe that those other attributes are ultimately more important. And then there is the WOW factor. When I look at a painting and the word "Wow!" escapes my lips ... sometimes along with the thought, "I wish I had thought of that," or "I wish I could DO that," then I know that the WOW factor is seriously at work. And the WOW factor surpasses all!
http://www.alexislavineartist.com/galleries-of-available-paintings.html
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When I select paintings for a show or designate the award winners, I look for certain qualities, including good design, personal expression, and a fresh take on whatever the subject might be. I think that a painting stands out from the rest, when the artist has found a new way of expressing its theme, whether it may be figurative, floral, architectural, landscape, or abstract. You might find it curious that I do not consider technical skill to be at the top of my list. We all know that getting watercolor to behave and cooperate is a challenge, but I believe that those other attributes are ultimately more important. And then there is the WOW factor. When I look at a painting and the word "Wow!" escapes my lips ... sometimes along with the thought, "I wish I had thought of that," or "I wish I could DO that," then I know that the WOW factor is seriously at work. And the WOW factor surpasses all!
http://www.alexislavineartist.com/galleries-of-available-paintings.html
https://www.facebook.com/alexislavineartist
Location of exhibition: North Hills Gallery, 7050 Village Center Dr, Austin, TX 78731
Show Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-12, Sun 8:30-1.
Show Hours: Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri 9-12, Sun 8:30-1.
Calendar
Dates |
Notices |
Saturday, August 18, 2018 |
Online entry opens via WWG’s website. See specs in Requirements |
Saturday, September 1, 2018 at 5pm |
Deadline to submit entries for the show- up to 3 entries max |
Monday, September 10, 2018 |
Notification to artists of accepted paintings |
Saturday, September 29, 2018 at 10 am |
Deliver framed paintings to, North Hills Gallery. Jurist Lavine will review work and designate awards |
Monday October 1- Thursday October 4, 2018 |
Alexis Lavine workshop |
Sunday October 7, 2018 at 12:15-1:30 pm |
Reception at North Hills Gallery |
Monday, October 29, 2018 10am |
Strike, pick up paintings from North Hills Gallery |
Awards for Members’ Juried Exhibit
First $350
Second $250
Third $200
Eight Merit Awards
Second $250
Third $200
Eight Merit Awards
Entry Fee
Due with entry form: $30 for up to 3 paintings
Fees may be paid via WWG’s website’s PayPal or by
Checks payable to WWG and sent to Genevieve Holland, 8104 Asmara Dr, Austin, TX 78750
North Hills Gallery asks for a 10% donation of any sales which is handled by the artist
Fees may be paid via WWG’s website’s PayPal or by
Checks payable to WWG and sent to Genevieve Holland, 8104 Asmara Dr, Austin, TX 78750
North Hills Gallery asks for a 10% donation of any sales which is handled by the artist
Please Read Entry Requirements Carefully
All entries must be received through the submission form on the Waterloo Watercolor website. And not sent via email. The file should be a jpg, 1500 pixels on the longest side, and not to exceed 2 MB. Label file as YOUR NAME_TITLE_SIZE HxW (example: SandraCarlton_Masterpiece_H20xW15.jpg)
The exhibit is open to all WWG current members in good standing. To join or renew membership for 2018, go to waterloowatercolor.org under membership.
The exhibit is open to all WWG current members in good standing. To join or renew membership for 2018, go to waterloowatercolor.org under membership.
- Members may submit up to three paintings. Diptychs, triptychs or polyptychs are considered separate one entry only if they are contained within one frame.
- Paintings must be original in concept, not copies of work or photographs of others, not completed in a class or workshop.
- Paintings should have been completed within the last two years.
- Paintings must not have objectionable content to the venue or show chairs. WWG reserves the right to refuse any work that does not conform to the Entry Requirements.
- All accepted paintings must remain hanging for the entire duration of the exhibition. Buyers may pick up purchased paintings only after the exhibit closes. Sales shall be handled by the individual artist. Please inform the show chair of a sale.
- As an entrant, you are agreeing to the stated rules and requirements and give permission to WWG to photograph and display your accepted paintings on the WWG website and/or promotional materials.
Media Acceptable painting media include watercolor, gouache, acrylics, egg tempera and casein paints as well as watercolor pencils, crayons and water-soluble inks. Mediums, gels, gesso and other painting supplements may be used. Pastels, gold and silver leafing are acceptable as long as water-based media is dominant. No water-based oils. Collage is acceptable using hand-painted white papers painted with water-based media.
Substrates Acceptable papers/supports include cotton rag, oriental papers, synthetic paper (YUPO), and any kind of coated paper or board. No commercially colored or printed papers allowed.
Framing Requirements : Presentation is as important as the painting. Frames, mats, acrylic, backing and wiring must be clean, neat, secure and follow these guidelines:
- Mats, if used, must be white, off white, or pale neutral. One narrow colored liner may be used. Mats are recommended.
- Acceptable frames include metal or wood non-ornate frames in black, white, gold, silver, bronze, pewter, or dark colors and wood stains. Frames should be no wider than 2.5 inches.
- The maximum frame size is 42 inches in width due to venue space and weight.
- Every painting must be under acrylic (like Plexiglas). No glass due to safety and venue rules.
- Paintings must be wired from side-to-side with screw-in hangers. D-rings recommended. No saw-tooth hangers. When hanging, stretched wire should be 3" from the top of the frame.
- Labels from this prospectus should be placed in the upper left corner on the back of each painting.
Exhibitions will be juried by Alexis Lavine who will be knowledgeable in the WWG’s entry guidelines, and her decisions will be accepted as final. Every effort will be made to allow the juror to work without undue influence.
Due care will be used in handling the artist's work. WWG will not be responsible for the theft, loss or damage to works submitted.