SHOW: 75th Annual International Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature

DATE: Nov. 16 - Jan. 3, 2009

SITE: The Strathmore Mansion, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852

COST: ENTRY FEES (non-refundable) - Members in U.S. $ 20, Members outside U.S. $ 35, Non-Members (hand-delivered) $ 25, Non-Members (mailed) $ 40

AWARDS:
“Judges Choice” - $500
“Excellence in Miniature Art” - $250
“Best New Artist” $200

Category Awards: First - $150 Second - $100 Third - $75

AWARD CATEGORIES
Watermedia, Graphic Arts, Ivory/Ivorine, Portraiture, Oil/Acrylic, Collage/Mixed-Media, Still Life, International, Pastel, Sculpture, Landscape, Birds & Animals (new)

RECEPTION: We hold an artists' luncheon; pls contact us at info@mpsgs.org for add'l info and cost.

JURYING PROCESS: A whole day jurying process is made prior to judging. Several long-time members jury the entries to assure adherence to prospectus guidelines, the work is in the spirit of a miniature, and quality of art work and framing.

RULES:
Original works in any traditional media, prints from original plates, or sculptures will be considered for exhibition, providing they have not been previously exhibited at MPSGS shows. As a general guideline, the work should embody the spirit of a miniature. The frame or mounting should be in the same spirit. Up to three works may be submitted.

Crafts and art works produced by photographic, giclee, laser, or digital techniques will not be accepted.

Framed work must be submitted ready to be hung. Small rings for hanging are acceptable or fine wires attached to small screw eyes. Small Velcro patches are to be affixed on the back bottom corners (rough hook part). Frames should be in proportion to the work. Matted works should be covered with glass or rigid plastic. The backs of framed works should be neatly covered. **Sectional metal frames, plastic dollhouse, or photo frames with easel backs will not be accepted.

For numbered prints or cast sculpture, indicate edition number.

SIZE RESTRICTIONS OF IMAGES:
The overall area of the image must not exceed 25square inches (156 sq cm) (i.e., 5” x 5” or 3” x 8-1/3”). Outside dimension of frame must not exceed 56 square inches (360 sq cm) (i.e., 7” x 8”).

Sculptures may not exceed 8 inches (20 cm) in anydimension including the base. The work should standon its own if not mounted on a base. Sculpture not inthe spirit of a miniature will not be accepted.

JUDGING: We assure our judge is a well-respected and qualified individual in the field of art. After jurying of the show, the Judge spends a day to only select award winners.

SIZE OF SHOW: Generally over 800 entries received.

UNIQUENESS OF THE SHOW: The MPSGS is the oldest and most prestigious miniature society in the U.S. Our annual show draws the best miniatures worldwide, is held in a beautiful venue-Strathmore Mansion, and is very well attended.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE: We send a postcard noting acceptances/rejections, and include brief notes/suggestions for future entries.

RETURN OF WORK: Preferably in the same packaging as sent, by USPS and insured.

SALES: 65% of the sale prices goes to the artist. Sales are always brisk.

DISPLAY OF WORKS: In wall cases enclosed by plexiglass.

ADVICE OF PARTICIPANT IN THIS SHOW: Please be sure to adhere to all prospectus guidelines.

President (and contact for enquiries):
John A. Thompson
10681 Weymouth Street Apt 2A
Bethesda, MD 20814-4242, USA.
Tel: +1 301 897-5232
Fax: +1 301 897-2536,
E-mail:johnt42@yahoo.com


Prospectus

MPSGS.ORG

Secretary: Nancy Still


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