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Ohio Printmakers: Celebrate Women! Honoring the Centennial of the 19th Amendment
Entry Deadline: 6/1/20
Application Closed

Entry Fee (Ohio Printmakers: Celebrate Women! Honoring the Centennial of the 19th Amendment): $35.00
Entry Fee (High School Students-HSEntry): $20.00
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum:Min. 1, Maximum:Max. 3
Total Samples | Minimum:Min. 1, Maximum:Max. 3
Call Type: Exhibitions
Eligibility: Local
State: Ohio
Event Dates: 8/4/20 - 9/19/20

Phoenix Rising Printmaking Cooperative in Columbus, Ohio is announcing an exhibit of all Ohio printmakers and book artists to honor the centennial of the 19th Amendment to the constitution of the United States. The 19th Amendment, ratified June 6, 1920 in Ohio, states: "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex." 

The printed arts have played a key role in the pursuit and success of social causes. During the women's suffrage movement in the United States, printers created a body of work that raised awareness, formed public opinion and helped to win the vote for women. Print as advertisement, art and political propaganda had the advantage over other mediums by using multiples of a work to address truth and justice. Posters, banners, postcards and handbills were created in print shops across the country. The suffrage movement used a variety of printed ephemera to address the cause in public spaces and publications.

In honor of the centennial of the 19th Amendment, printmakers and book artists in Ohio are invited to submit original artwork that highlights the history of voting rights for women. Artists are encouraged to seek inspiration from the contributions made by women in all areas of life and to interpret the theme broadly and creatively.

JUROR: Liz Chalfin, Founder and Director of Zea Mays Printmaking in Florence, MA https://www.lizchalfin.com
ABOUT THE JUROR:
Originally from Whittier, CA, Chalfin is a member of the Society of American Graphic Artists, the Boston Printmakers, the Monotype Guild of New England, The Los Angeles Printmaking Society, the Southern Graphics Council International and an Honorary Lifetime Member of the California Society of Printmakers. Her work is in numerous private collections and the permanent collections of the New York Public Library, the Boston Public Library, Bowdoin College Art Museum, Smith College Museum of Art, as well as The Portland Museum of Art, the DeCordova Museum and Scupture Park, The Hood Museum, Yale University, the University of Arkansas, Southern Graphics International Archive and many more. 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO JUNE 1, 2020!**
We understand that concerns about the spread of the coronavirus (COVID 19) and the State of Ohio directives have resulted in fine art studio facilities being closed on both college and high school campuses. In response to this disruption in studio access and the printmaking practices of students and instructors, Phoenix Rising Printmaking Coop has decided to EXTEND the "Ohio Printmakers: Celebrate Women" submission deadline to Monday, June 1, 2020.

NOTIFICATIONS OF JUROR'S SELECTIONS:
 Artists will be notified by email by July 1, 2020.

EXHIBITION DATES: August 4-September 19, 2020

EXHIBIT VENUE: Urban Arts Space (The Ohio State University), established in 2008, is a gallery and reciprocal learning space for students, faculty and staff of The Ohio State University, as well as the Columbus community at large. Located in downtown Columbus, City Center Gallery, located at Urban Arts Space, is focused on and dedicated to supporting emerging Ohio-based artists. The gallery is managed and programmed by a staff of Ohio State students who are guided and supported by a team of professional advisers.

OPENING RECEPTION: A reception will be held at the venue at a date to be announced. There will also be additional programming in the gallery which will draw a wide audience.

PRIZES AND AWARDS: The juror will select prize winners in each category: poster, handbill and artist book. There will also be one grand prize winner. The Grand Prize winning print will be featured on the cover of the exhibit catalogue.

ELIGIBILITY: OPEN TO PRINTMAKERS AND BOOK ARTISTS IN OHIO ONLY. All fine art printmaking mediums are welcome including relief, intaglio, lithography, silkscreen, monotype and letterpress. (No drawings, photographs or direct reproductions are eligible.) Artist books must include fine art printmaking in any of the techniques listed above and be constructed by hand. All artwork selected for the exhibition must remain as part of the exhibit for the duration of the show.

SPECIAL INFORMATION FOR COLLEGE STUDENT TEAMS: Up to three college students from one college program can apply as a team for a single $35 entry fee. Please see the details in the "Questions" section of the application. 

SPECIAL ENTRY INFORMATION FOR HIGH SCHOOL ART TEACHERS & THEIR STUDENTS: High school art teachers around the state of Ohio are encouraged to promote printmaking in their programs and to encourage students to interpret the importance of this centennial through art. A special rate of $20 applies to high school students. Teachers may enter the work of up to three students for a combined total of three prints entered for the $20 entry fee. (For example, enter 3 prints from one student  or one print each from three students for a combined total of 3 prints entered.) Each additional submission will be $10.

SIZE REQUIREMENTS & FORMAT:
Work may be submitted in three formats:
Poster size (18" x 24" image printed on 22" x 30" paper)
Handbill size (5" x 8" image printed on 9" x 12" paper)
Artist books that can be displayed on a pedestal, with or without a case. Case must be provided by the artist.
NOTE ABOUT DISPLAY: Prints wil be hung without mats or frames. Please deliver prints in a way that protects edges and corners. Book artists should include display information.

SALE OF PRINTS: Urban Arts Space (The Ohio State University) will retain a 30% commission on all works sold. Please price your work accordingly. 

QUESTIONS: Please email Phoenix Rising Printmaking Cooperative at info@phoenixrisingprintmaking.org The entire call for entry is available at http://phoenixrisingprintmaking.org although artists can only submit artwork via CaFE, https://artist.callforentry.org/festivals_unique_info.php?ID=7362

Phoenix Rising Printmaking Cooperative is dedicated to promoting the art of printmaking by providing a well-equipped studio, educational opportunities and an environment of mutual support, camaraderie and inspiration for artists and students, and the community. http://phoenixrisingprintmaking.org



 

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