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AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY OF MINIATURE ART (NSW)

lex_torr — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:01:33 CDT

AUSTRALIAN SOCIETY OF MINIATURE ART (NSW) INC

2010 NATIONAL AWARDS EXHIBITION

The ASMA (NSW) National Awards Exhibition will be held at

EWART GALLERY
Workshop Arts Centre

33 Laurel Street, Willoughby,

Sydney, NSW, Australia 2068

Opening - Friday, 16th July 2010
at 6.30pm

Exhibition continues until Saturday, 31st July 2010
Open Monday to Friday 9.30am - 4.30pm, Saturday 10am - 3pm, Closed Sunday

Exhibiting Members of any branch of ASMA are allowed 4 entries. Non members are allowed one entry only.
Full details of the 'Conditions of Entry' are contained on the Entry Form

For those interested in submitting work for this exhibition, Entry Forms can be obtained by contacting
Lex Torr on 9449 3958 - weir@speednet.com.au or
Diane Sincock on 9144 3147 - davidsincock@optusnet.com.au or
from ASMA (NSW) website: www.asma-nsw.com

President: Diane Sincock

Website: http://www.asma-nsw.com
Email: miniatureart@asma-nsw.com

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Miniature Fine Art Show & Sale - Artistic Designs Gallery

rebeccalatham — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 20:55:55 CST

Exhibition Dates: May 3-29, 2010

Exhibition Title: Annual Miniature Fine Art Show

Organization: Artistic Designs Gallery

Venue: Artistic Designs Gallery, 152 E. Northfield Drive, Brownsburg, IN 46112

Gallery Hours: M-F 9:00 to 6:00 Sat. 9:00 to 4:00

Artists information:

*All art must be original

*Artwork may be no larger than 8x10

*Framing dimensions may be no larger than 12x14

*You may submit up to four pieces of your art.

Cash awards will be given for Best of Show and one to five awards in each media type dependent on the number of works entered. Media to be juried includes Acrylic, Drawing and Pastel, Mixed media, Oil, Opaque Watercolor, Transparent Watercolor, Print Making, Sculpture, and Unclassified.

Prospectus, Call Joe or Deb at 317-852-0252 or email joe@artisticdesignsgalleryinc.com

While Art is not unfamiliar to the people of the Midwest, Miniature Art is only just beginning to find it’s way into the hearts and homes of Hendricks County. The essence of Miniature Art, is that it is extremely detailed, exquisite in color and has a strong composition. These ‘tiny treasures’ as small as a postage stamp to just 80 square inches, sometimes defies what an artist can produce in such a small space. From a portrait of a dog that you ‘could just touch’ to miniature landscapes that require a magnifying glass to explore, these ‘tiny treasures’ live up to their name.

The world of Miniature Art comes to Hendricks County at Artistic Designs Gallery’s Second Annual Miniature Fine Art Show May 2nd thru May 31. Over 40 artists from across the United States and Canada including Indiana and Hendricks County will display over 120 pieces of Miniature Fine Art. An Opening Reception for attending artist is scheduled for May 2nd, noon til 6:00 and during gallery hours on Saturday May 3rd 9:00 til 4:00.

Today’s Artists painting in miniature, are not unlike other artist, who use many different media; acrylic, egg tempura, oil, pastel, and watercolor to name some of the most common. Miniature Art is a unique art form, minute in detail, tracing its roots back to the book paintings and illuminated manuscripts of the 7th century. Elizabethan England was noted for its miniature portraits on vellum and later on ivory. A very personalized form of art, it was easily carried in a pocket or a locket. The period of exploration and colonization brought miniature art to America’s shores where its European heritage soon reflected the influences of the New World and its challenges and freedoms.

Not unlike the art organizations in Indiana, Miniature Art Societies have been formed around the world. Some of the more well known are the Hilliard Society of Miniaturists in England, World Federation of Miniaturists in Australia, Cider Painters of America in Pennsylvania, Miniature Art Society of Florida in Clearwater, The Miniature Painters Sculptors and Gravers Society in Washington DC, New Mexico Miniature Arts Society in Roswell, and Northern California Society of Arts in Miniature in Mariposa.

Artistic Designs Gallery is proud to bring to Hendricks County these American Master Artists as well as the art of our own local artists.

Miniature Art Society of Florida Exhibition

rebeccalatham — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:56:16 CDT

SHOW: MASF Annual International Miniature Art Show

DEADLINE: October 9, 2009 - entry form, fee, and work due

DATE: January 16 through February 7, 2010

SITE: Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art - Tarpon Springs

COST: Domestic: $40 Members, $50 Non-members: Foreign: $50 Members, $60 Non-members. Artists pay for shipment to the Show, MASF pays for return of unaccepted and unsold works to artists domestic and foreign.

AWARDS: Approximately $12,000 for over 60 awards

RECEPTION: Artists and volunteers reception with buffet on evening before Show opening. Awards Brunch on morning of Show opening.

JURYING PROCESS: 1200 to 1500 entries are juried down to around 850 accepted works by a jury of 5 award winning miniature artists.

RULES: At least 18 years of age. Single point hangars with Velcro stability pad. Neatly covered backs. Fine art quality frames. 5 works maximum per artist. Works offered for sale. Limit of 1 “Not For Sale”. Details in Show Prospectus available on MASF website www.miniatureartsocietyofflorida.com

SIZE RESTRICTIONS OF IMAGES: Maximum inage size of 25 square inches. Maximum outside area inclusive of frame of 64 square inches.

JUDGING: Each entry judged at least twice, once by medium and once by subject, for one of the over 60 awards by judges who are eminent artists.

SIZE OF SHOW: From 800 to 900 works.

UNIQUENESS OF THE SHOW: Largest Miniature Art Society sanctioned Miniature Art Show in the world. Always housed in an Art Museum or Art Center with museum style lighting and ambience.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE: All artists with accepted work receive formal letters of acceptance including listing exactly as it will appear in the Show catalog. Artwork of artists with no works accepted will be returned to artists promptly after jurying is completed.

RETURN OF WORK: Unsold artwork is returned in packaging in which it was received via US Postal Service or Federal Express promptly after Show closing.

SALES: All artwork is offered for sale (except those indicated as “Not For Sale” (see limitations above) at prices established by the artists. A sales commission of 30% of the established price is retained by MASF. An incredible 40% of the accepted artwork is sold during the Show.

DISPLAY OF WORKS: The artwork is displayed in 50 attractive 44 inch wide by 34 inch high fabric-backed panels which are hung on museum walls at eye height with museum lighting. Approximately 16 works are displayed on each panel. About 300 running feet of museum wall space is required for the 50 panels.

ADVICE OF PARTICIPANT IN THIS SHOW: Artists are encouraged to attend the Show, particularly over the opening weekend which includes the Collector’s Preview on Saturday, the Artist’s and Volunteer’s Reception Saturday evening, The Awards Brunch on Sunday morning and the Opening on Sunday afternoon. They are also encouraged to bring demonstration materials and samples of their work for sale at a demo table stay for the first few days of the Show and demonstrate. This is an incredibly effective way for collectors to become acquainted with the artists.

2519 McMullen Booth Road, Suite 510-252
Clearwater, FL 33761 USA

727.525.8251

admin@miniatureartsocietyofflorida.com
www.miniatureartsocietyofflorida.com

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Fells Point Annual North American Miniature Art Exhibition

rebeccalatham — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:52:06 CDT

THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS POINT

1716 Thames Street
Baltimore, MD 21231
Phone: 410 327-1272 www.fellspointgallery.org
blschatz@maxinter.net

Prospectus on website.

SHOW: Annual North American Miniature Art Exhibition

DATE: September 29 - October 31, 2009

DEADLINES:

Send entry form, check and shipped
art to receivers listed on the back of the
prospectus. Mailed art work due to your receiver by Sept. 5, (not to arrive before Aug. 25).
Hand delivered entries must be delivered to
THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS POINT between
Sept. 8, and Sept. 12, 2008. Hours of acceptance
are 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday to Sunday. Gallery is
closed on Monday.

SITE: THE ART GALLERY AT FELLS POINT, an artists' cooperative in the heart of historic Baltimore.

COST: (non-refundable) up to 3 entries.
Gallery members: $25.00
Non-members: $30.00 if delivered and picked up by the artist.
Shipped work: $40.00 (U.S.) which includes return postage for up to 2lbs. and insurance up to $200.

Additional insurance is the responsibility of the artist. Checks should be made out to: THE ART GALLERY AT FELLS POINT

AWARDS: In 2006, over $3,000 in cash, merchandise, and ribbons awarded to works in the following categories: Acrylic, Graphic Arts, Mixed Media, Oil, Prints, Sculpture, and Watercolor/Gouache. Awards, prizes, and ribbons will be given at the end of the show.

Monetary awards offered are:

Judge’s Choice: $ 500.00
Category awards:
First place: $ 150.00
Second place: $ 100.00
Third place: merchandise

RECEPTION:

RULES:

SHIPPED ARTWORK: should be in a sturdy
corrugated box and protected with bubble wrap or
rigid foam sheet. Do not use peanuts or wood
crates. Exhibition tags (in prospectus) should be attached to
back of work so that they will hang BELOW work
when it is on display. Please include receiver’s
initials on the label. Please include a SELFADDRESSED
RETURN LABEL.
All reasonable care will be exercised in handling the
art work submitted. THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS
POINT will not be responsible for loss or damage to
any work submitted. Sending a work of art to this
exhibition implies an agreement on the part of the
artist with the conditions set forth in the
prospectus.

SIZE RESTRICTIONS OF IMAGES: 2-d work image size no larger than 4"x6" (or 25 square inches). Frame size no larger than 6" x 8" (or 48 square inches). 1/6th rule applies. 3-d work limited to 8" in any direction, including base or pedestal.

RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND LIABILITY:
Entries not meeting any of the above conditions will
be rejected. The AGFP retains the right to
determine the suitability of work submitted for
exhibition. Submission of an entry implies:
* that the work submitted is original and does not
infringe upon any copyright,
* permission given to AGFP to reproduce works for
publicity,
* consignment of the artwork for the duration of
the exhibit, and
* a commitment on the part of the artist, should
his/her artwork be sold, to donate 30% of the sale to
THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS POINT. Donations
are tax deductible.

SIZE OF SHOW:

UNIQUENESS OF THE SHOW:

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

RETURN OF WORK:

All returned work will be sent by USPS Priority and
insured for $200. If you require more insurance than
$200, please enclose an additional check for the
appropriate amount and a note listing the amount of
insurance you require.

DISPLAY OF WORKS:

ADVICE OF PARTICIPANT IN THIS SHOW:

ELIGIBILITY: This show is open to all residents of North America 18 years or older. All fine art media except photography, copier reproductions, or computer generated imaged accepted. Artwork must be original.

FRAMING: Wood or metal frames only. (No plastic or metal sectionals). Proper framing with wire and screw eyes required. Exception: one-piece molded fine-art miniature frames with metal hanging rings acceptable. NO SAW-TOOTH HANGERS.

***Please secure a small square of velcro "rough hook" to the back - centered on the bottom frame strip.***

SALES: All entries must be for sale, priced no lower than $75.00, and in $5.00 increments.

RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND LIABILITY: Entries not meeting any of the above conditions will be rejected. The AGFP retains the right to determine the suitability of work submitted for exhibition.
Submission of an entry implies:

*That the work is original and does not infringe upon any copyright,
*permission given to AGFP to reproduce works for publicity,
*consignment of the artwork for the duration of the exhibit, and
*a commitment on the part of the artist, should his/her artwork be sold, to donate 30% of the sale to THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS POINT. Donations are tax deductible.

SHIPPED ARTWORK: Should be in a sturdy corrugated box and protected with bubble wrap or rigid foam sheet. Do not use peanuts or wood crates. Exhibition tags (from the prospectus) should be attached to the back of the work so that they hang BELOW work when it is on display. Please include the receiver's initials on the label. Please include a SELF-ADDRESSED RETURN LABEL.

All reasonable care will be exercised in the handling of the art work submitted. THE ART GALLERY OF FELLS POINT will not be responsible for loss or damage to any work submitted. Sending a work of art to this exhibition implies an agreement on the part of the artist with the conditions set forth in the prospectus.

Gallery hours:
Tuesday - Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday and Sunday 10am - 6pm
Gallery closed on Mondays

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Miniature Painters, Sculptors, & Gravers Society of Washington D.C.

rebeccalatham — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 02:48:54 CDT

SHOW: 76th Annual International Exhibition of Fine Art in Miniature

DATE: Nov. 22, 2009 - Jan. 2, 2010

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.

Contact forinquiries:
Nancy Still
8220 Brucar Court
Gaithersburg, MD 20877-1101, USA.
Tel: +1 301 977 2190
E-mail: nancy@miniartsupply.biz

MPSGS.ORG

Secretary: Nancy Still

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Heartland Art Guild Miniature Art Show

rebeccalatham — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 03:31:21 CDT

HEARTLAND ART GUILD 5th ANNUAL

JURIED MINIATURES ART SHOW

June 29-August 1, 2009 (shipped work due June 20)SWAN RIVER MUSEUM, PAOLA, KS
Hours: 10-4 Monday-SaturdayInternational exhibition, open to living artists 18 & older
FEES / DEADLINES
$30 FOR 3 ENTRIES-HAND DELIVERED
$40 FOR 3 ENTRIES WITH RETURN POSTAGE
$45 FOR 3 ENTRIES FOR INTERNATIONAL

(Guild members can enter 5 entries, membership costs $15 a year)

AWARDS
BOS AND 3 MERIT AWARDS RECEIVE MONEY (amount depends on the number of entries)
4 HM AND 1 PEOPLES CHOICE AWARD

RECEPTION AND CHAMBER COFFEE
RECEPTION-JULY 7 1-3 P.M.

PAOLA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COFFEE--10 A.M.

JURYING PROCESS AND JUDGING
Judge for 2008 is JeanLuzdaer (

All work will be hung, but work not fitting the rules will not be eligible for awards. Notice of awards will be sent to the winners with their checks following the reception. Ribbons will be returned with the miniatures at the close of the show.

RULES AND SIZES
The 1/6 rule applies. All painting and drawing styles are welcome. No giclees or prints except hand pulled prints, s/n. No sculptures or photography. Maximum size of painting is 25 sq inches. Maximum size of frame to be 50 square inches. No plastic frames or easel backs allowed. No saw tooth hangers, use wire. See prospectus for more detail.

SIZE OF SHOW
First year we had 40+, the second year we had 60+

RETURN OF ARTWORK
All work will be packaged on the last day of the show and be mailed the first week of August.

DISPLAY AREA
The work is hung on the walls. There are no cases available for displaying items that cannot be hung on the walls. The area is inside the Museum and is closely watched by the volunteers.

SALES
All efforts will be made to sell, though we have had minimal success on sales in the past. Commission is 30% (20% for members of the HAG)

Show Chairs Phone Contact:
Jean Cook - 1.913.557.9112
Rita Beckford - 1.913.294.9467

For Prospectus send SASE to Jean Cook, 35357 W. 263rd Street, Paola, KS 66071or download from the Heartland Art Guild site atwww.artkc.com

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It's A Small World

rebeccalatham — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 03:03:14 CDT

IT'S A SMALL WORLD
Elder Street Gallery, 1101 Elder Street, Houston, Texas 77007, USA
Gallery hours: Mon-Tues, Thurs-Friday, Sunday 1-6 pm; Wed. Sat 3-9 pm
Artists' info: Deadline for submission of images Tuesday 30th June
Show Date Sept 19th-Oct 3

For submission rules contact: Terrence Boggs. e-mail: elderstreetgallery@gmail.com; Tel: 001 281-250-4889;
address as above

Canada - International Miniature Art Exhibit

karenlatham — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:21:20 CST

June 14th to September 6th 2009

Corporation du Presbytère Saint-Nicolas
1450, rue des Pionniers, Saint-Nicolas, Quebec, Canada G7A 4L6
(418) 835-4960 ext 4211

artmini.com

The city of Lévis welcomes you to its 5th edition of the

INTERNATIONAL MINIATURE ART EXHIBIT

from June 14th to September 6th 2009

It is with enormous pleasure that the organizing comity is inviting professional artists from around the world to participate in the 5th edition of our miniature art juried show. Located a few minutes south west of Québec city, two magnificent heritage buildings have been chosen for the exhibit: the Presbytère Saint-Nicolas and the Galerie d’art Louise-Carrier. Also, the "Centre d'artistes Regart", a contemporary art gallery, will present an exhibit of works created with miniature objects.

$ 5000
in prize money
will be awarded in the various categories.

Artists wanting to take part in the competition must register by
March 30th, 2009.

Registration and Contest Rules

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Miniature Art Articles and Resources on the Web

rebeccalatham — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 07:08:37 CDT

Richard Cosway

Nicholas Hilliard

"Surrounded with Brilliants": Miniature portraits in 18th-Century England - Bibliography

American Miniatures - a brief article

John Wood Dodge and the portrait miniature

Moses B. Russell: Yankee miniaturist

Masterpieces in Miniature: Italian Illuminated Manuscripts in the J. Paul Getty Museum

The History of Western Miniature Art

From Hand to Heart: The Art of the American Miniature Portrait by Peter J. Baldaia

Object Lessons: Miniature Worlds by Catherine Kelly

The Legacy of Nathaniel Rogers (1787-1844), by Natalie A. Naylor

The Art of John Henry Brown

Portraits in Miniature: Anna Claypoole Peale and Caroline Schetky

John O'Brien Inman: American Artist

Mrs. Moses B. Russell, Boston Miniaturist

Miniature Art Shows - United States

rebeccalatham — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 05:48:25 CDT

Annual Sulphur Springs Valley National Miniature Show

Spanish Moss Juried Miniature Art Show of the SE

rebeccalatham — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 05:46:59 CDT

The Spanish Moss Juried Miniature Art Show of the SE

Deadline -

Submissions delivered by post must arrive NO LATER THAN November 7th, 2008.

Submissions delivered in person will ONLY be received on November 10th and 11th, 2008.

(Prospectus link below)

Exhibit Rules

All entries are subject to the determinations of the Jury. The Jury has absolute discretion in interpretation

of rules and quality of work.

1. All entries must be original, and completed by living artists in the last two years.

Exceptions:

a. Reference material no longer under copyright: Any portrayal of historical figures, places or

things using as a reference another artist’s painting or photo, can be accepted if proper credit

is given to the original artist, but cannot compete for an award.

b. Reference material under copyright: A copy of the written permission from the copyright

holder must be attached to the entry form.

2. The following show standards will apply:

a. Image size not to exceed 80 square inches (for example, 8 by 10 inches.)

b. Frames – maximum size not to exceed 224 square inches (for example, 14 by 16 inches.)

Frame depth, including hanging hardware may not exceed 2 inches. Frames should be consistent

with fine art work, and will be considered part of the artwork and be juried for acceptance into the

show. Unframed canvas is required to be gallery wrapped and painted.

c. Each framed entry must be ready to hang with traditional hanging wires installed, or with

single point hardware, such as a single screw eye or a “D” Ring on the back top center of the

frame. Saw tooth hangars are not acceptable. Velcro pads will be affixed during the hanging

process to the center bottom of the back of each piece in order to maintain the works level.

d. Sculpture may not exceed 8” T x 8” W x 6” D and MUST BE EASILY WALL-MOUNTED.

Each sculpture must be individually boxed. Individually boxed sculptures should then be

combined into one box.

e. All work must be original (hand pulled by the artist.)

f. Jewelry, crafts, functional work or computer techniques will NOT be accepted.

3. No more than one “ Not For Sale” (NFS) per artist. Work listed as NFS will not compete for awards.

4. Price work in increments of $5.00 with a maximum price of $450. Remember to consider the 15%

commission for sales.

LIABILITY:

All entries submitted in accordance with this prospectus will receive the utmost care in handling and

security precautions. However, no responsibility will be assumed by the Society or its hosts, Sindoor, Inc.

and Dr. Java Coffee Company, for loss or damage to works while in transit or in their custody in

connection with or during the Show. It is understood that the sending of work in response to this prospectus

constitutes an agreement on the part of the sender to ALL conditions set forth in this prospectus.

PACKING: (Applies only to entries submitted by post.)

Wrap each work in a padded envelope or bubble wrap secured with rubber bands or string - NOT TAPE.

No Styrofoam peanuts. Pack securely in a sturdy carton strong enough for return mailing. No wooden

crates with the exception of sculpture. Each sculpture must be individually boxed and labeled with title and

artist’s name. Individually boxed sculptures may be combined into one large box. You must include a

postage paid return label to cover return shipping fees. We highly suggest purchasing insurance to cover

any mishaps that may occur in transit. Handling and repackaging costs are included in the higher entry fee

for items delivered by post.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF DELIVERY: (Applies only to entries submitted by post)

To receive this service, please enclose a stamped self-addressed post card. You may also enclose a request

to be contacted by email or telephone.

IMPORTANT - RECEIVING: (Applied only to entries submitted by post)

Please include a PRE-PAID, SELF-ADDRESSED RETURN LABEL with work.

Entry form, entry fee and biography must be enclosed with the artwork and sent to the appropriate address

below.

JURYING PROCESS:

Entries will be juried down to between 120 and 200 accepted works by a single juror who is an

internationally acclaimed artist.

JUDGING:

Each entry judged for a number of awards, to include Best of Show, Second Place, Third Place, People’s

Choice, and Honorable Mentions. Works listed as Not For Sale will not be judged for prizes.

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE:

Formal letters of acceptance will be provided upon request. Artwork of artists with no works accepted will

be returned to artists promptly after jurying is completed.

RETURN OF WORKS:

Items Delivered by Hand: Work hand delivered and juried out must be picked up on the November 14th

by 5 P.M. or face a $2 per day storage fee. Works accepted by the jury, but not sold, must be picked up on

December 3rd or face a $2 per day storage fee.

Items Delivered by Post: Works delivered by post and juried out will be returned to the artist postmarked

by December 3rd. Works accepted by the jury, but not sold, will be returned to the artist postmarked by

December 15th, 2008. All works will be returned in the same packaging they are received by means

prepaid for by the artist.

Fees (U.S. Currency) Delivered by Hand Delivered by Post

First Entry U.S. $15 U.S. $25*

Each Entry Thereafter U.S. $5 U.S. $15*

(Maximum of 3 Entries)

*Additional $10 covers repacking and handling of items delivered by post only. Artists must include a

self-addressed, prepaid return shipping label with their entry.

SEND ALL ENTRIES (U.S. and International – paintings and sculpture) to:

Spanish Moss Miniature Art Show

c/o Dr. Java Coffee House

5821 Old Shell Rd. Unit G.

Mobile, AL 36608

Make Checks and Money Orders Payable to Sindoor, Inc. (U.S. Dollars Only)

RSVP

While an RSVP is NOT required, out of respect we request that artists provide us with their intentions prior

to October 31st by emailing Kira Zielinski at: kira@drjava.com.

ADVICE OF PARTICIPANT IN THIS SHOW:

Artists are encouraged to attend the Show, particularly over the Opening Reception on Saturday, November

15th from 4-9pm. This is an incredibly effective way for collectors to become acquainted with the artists.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT: www.drjava.com/miniature

Or Contact: Kira Zielinski

850-723-6669 (cell)

kira@drjava.com

SUBMISSION CHECKLIST

1. Verify entry form is filled out completely and signed.

2. Check frame and image sizes.

3. Ensure work is ready to hang.

4. Include Biography.

5. Enclose Check or money order for entry fee payable to Sindoor, Inc.

6. Enclose self-addressed, pre-paid return label.

PDF Prospectus available here:h http://www.drjava.com/miniature/index.html

Cider Painters of America

rebeccalatham — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 02:53:24 CDT

The Cider Painters of America 26th Annual International Exhibit of Miniature Art

Oct 19th through November 29th

The Vgogh Gallery
281 Wyoming Ave
Kingston, Pennsylvania

Gallery Hours: Tuesday through Saturday 10-6

No entry fee for members; Non-members may exhibit with entry fee.
For Prospectus and questions contact CIDERPAINTERS@AOL.COM

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Mountainside Miniatures Exhibit and Sale

karenlatham — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 20:08:22 CDT

Mountainside Art Guild
Carolyn Tegeder
10729 W. Saratoga Pl.
Littleton, CO 80127
303-973-2679
http://www.mtnsideartguild.org/2008MiniProspectus.pdf

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Miniature Art Shows Dates and Deadlines Calendar - NEW

karenlatham — Sun, 15 Jun 2008 19:43:41 CDT

This link will take you to our new deadlines information calendar. It will allow you to easily browse through the year to find show dates and deadlines. You can develop your own Google calendar and add these dates to them right from this calendar. Your new personal Google calendar will include a search option to find these events even easier. Enjoy!

miniatureartshows.com calendar

New Mexico Miniature Arts Society Annual Juried Show

karenlatham — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 02:44:45 CDT

Deadlline: June 11, 2008

Title: The title of this event is the twenty-fifth annual juried show and competition. It is presented by the Roswell Fine Arts League and New Mexico Miniature Art Society. The show includes competition for standard and miniature sized works from anywhere in the USA or from league members anywhere they reside.

Dates: The show will run fro August 7-17, 2008

Site: The show is presented at the Roswell Museum and Art Center, in Roswell, NM

Cost: Entry fees are $30 for league members and $40 for non-members. This fee allows entry of 4 works. An additional three works may be entered for $10 per entry. Works may be entered in any of four categories (Standard size 2D, Miniature 2D, all 3D, and photo/digital).

Awards: The league will present more than $4,500 in awards.

Reception: the show will open with an evening reception and awards presentation on August 7.

Jury: The jury will meet and consider entries on June 21st. All standard and 3D entries will be juried from slides or CDs and miniatures will be juried from the actual art pieces.

Size: Standard 2D entries must not exceed 48 inches in either direction. Miniature 2d entries must not exceed 20 sq. inches. 3D works must not exceed 50lbs.

Size of show: The size of the show varies with the selection of the jury. Last year, the show included 178 pieces of art.

Notification of acceptance: After the jury selects art on June 21st, the notification is sent to all artists via mail not later than June 28th.

Returned work: All art is returned to the artist in accordance with the artists prearranged procedures.

Sales: All accepted work must be for sale. A commission of 25% will be retained on all sales.

Displays: The art show is displayed in the Roswell Museum and Art Center on cloth covered display boards
or museum pedestals for 3D art. Every possible step is taken to present the show in the highest quality environment.

The Roswell Fine Arts league was organized in 1981 and the New Mexico Miniature Art Society was organized in 1988 as an integral part of the league. We currently have about 115 members, including two members in the United Kingdom.

Patricia Lubben Bassett Education Center
Roswell Museum and Art Center
100 West Eleventh Street
Roswell, New Mexico
http://www.rfal.org

The Roswell Fine Arts League (RFAL) was organized in 1981. The New Mexico Miniature arts Society (NMMAS) was organized in 1988 as an integral part of the RFAL. The goal of the RFAL/NMMAS is to provide programs that create opportunities for artist and art enthusiasts to exhibit, to educate and to explore means of developing artistic skills and knowledge. The annual juried show sponsored by the RFAL/NMMAS is one of the major programs designed to meet the goals of the league.

prospectus: http://www.rfal.org/files/Prospectus_08.pdf
entry form: http://www.rfal.org/files/Prospectus-Entry%20Form%2008.pdf

The

Roswell Fine Arts League/New Mexico Miniature Arts Society

Presents its

“Twenty-Fourth Annual Juried Show and Competition”

Standard and Miniature Prospectus

PLEASE READ THIS PROSPECTUS AND ENTRY FORM CAREFULLY

The Roswell Fine Arts League/New Mexico Miniature Arts Society presents its “Twenty-Fifth Annual Juried Show and Competition”

Standard and Miniature Prospectus

PLEASE READ THIS PROSPECTUS AND ENTRY FORM CAREFULLY!

The Roswell Fine Arts League/New Mexico Miniature Arts Society presents it’s Twenty-Fourth Annual Juried Show and Competition for Standard and Miniature Art to be held from August 7-17th 2008. This show will be held at the Patricia Lubben Bassett Education Center located within the Roswell Museum and Art Center, 100 West Eleventh Street, in Roswell New Mexico.

ABOUT THE RFAL/NMMAS

Roswell Fine Arts League (RFAL) was organized in 1981. The New Mexico Miniature Arts Society (NMMAS) was organized in 1988 as an integral part of the RFAL.

The goal of the RFAL/NMMAS is to provide programs that create opportunities for artist and art enthusiasts to exhibit, to educate and to explore means of developing artistic skills and knowledge. The annual juried show sponsored by the RFAL/NMMAS is one of the major programs designed to meet the goals of the league.

ABOUT THE JUDGES

Kim Wiggins, from Roswell, NM, is a nationallyknown artist whose works are housed in such collections

as the Anschutz Collection and the Museum of New Mexico. He is also listed in Who’s Who in American A
and Who’s Who in the World. He is represented by theAltermann Galleries in Santa Fe and New York.

Cecilia Stanford is a mosaic artist and sculptorfrom Silver City, NM. She is represented by such galleries
as the Blue Dome Gallery in Silver City and the ShidoniGallery in Santa Fe.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
The 2008 show is open to all RFAL/NMMAS

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

The 2008 show is open to all RFAL/NMMAS members, regardless of where they live. It is also open to non-members in all fifty states. Submitted work must not have been shown in previous RFAL/NMMAS shows. All work must be original, and not prepared under supervision of an instructor. Work must have been completed within the last two (2) years.

ENTRY DEADLINE

June 11, 2008

ARTWORK DEADLINE

Standard-July 29, 2008 Miniatures-June 11, 2008

JURY NOTIFICATION

June 28, 2008

ENTRY PROCEDURE

Return entry form with attached notification card, slides or CD's (for standard entries) original miniature works (for miniature entries), entry fee, $10.00 handling fee, return-shipping fee and SASE together in one package to the address shown under "How to Enter" in this prospectus. Entry package must arrive no later than the Entry Deadline date of June 11, 2008.

RECEPTION AND AWARDS

Thursday, August 7, 2008 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Roswell Museum and art Center (Show continues through August 17.)

QUESTIONS?

Bob Phillips (505) 623-3213 Richard Cibiak, RFAL/NMMAS Secretary (505) 625-8648 rcibak@aol.com (Please do NOT call the Roswell Museum for information)

HOW TO ENTER

Standard, 3D, and Photography/Digital Categories 1. Provide all information requested on the Entry Form with this prospectus. Be sure to circle the category in which you are entering each piece. Form MUST BE SIGNED. 2. Prepare only on slide for each 2D entry and up to 3 slides for each 3D entry. Slides must appear as shown below. This information must correspond to the entry form. (NOTE: High-resolution digital images on CD’s may be submitted in lieu of slides.) 3. For standard, CD and photo/digital entries, mail entry form/notification card, entry fee, slides (or CD’s) and SASE to: RFAL/NMMAS Show 2007 P.O. Box 2928 Roswell, New Mexico 88202-2928

HOW TO ENTER-Miniatures

1. Provide all information requested on the Entry Form with this prospectus. Be sure to circle the category in which you are entering each piece. Form MUST BE SIGNED. 2. Label each original with title or number that corresponds with entry form. 3. Miniature entries are juried from original works. For hand-delivery, call 505-624-2755 for arrangements. To mail, send entry form/notification card, original works, entry free, $10.00 handling fee, SASE and return shipping fee to: Betty Morgan 21 Lafayette Loop Roswell, New Mexico 88201-5267

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

1. Works must be originals, and may be in any medium. 2. Standard 2D must not exceed 48 inches in either direction, including frame and must be wired for hanging (no saw-toothed hangers). For works requiring glazing, Plexiglas should be used. 3. Standard 2D must not exceed 20 sq. in. (72 sq. in. framed). For works requiring glazing, Plexiglas should be used. 4. Works in all 3D categories can be standard or miniature size, not to exceed 50 lbs., and may be functional or non-functional. For works requiring glazing, Plexiglas should be used. 5. Photography/Digital Art may be any size, not exceed 48 inches in either direction, including frame. For works requiring glazing, Plexiglas should be used.

DEADLINE FOR ENTRIES

June 11, 2008 is the last day for applications for entry to be received. (Note: Both slide/CD entries and original artwork for miniature entries are due on this date. Jurying of the entries will take place on June 21. Notification of jury results will be sent by June 28, 2008. ENTRY FEES $30.00 for RFAL/NMMAS members ($40.00 for non-members) for four works. Up to 3 more entries may be submitted at $10.00 per entry. These works may be submitted in any of the four categories, (i.e. an artist might enter four works-two as standard 2D and one as Miniature 2D and one as Digital Art. Up to three more entries may be submitted and may also be placed in any of the four categories. Or an artist may submit all works in one category. The category for each entry must be checked on the Entry Form.) Entrants may join the league for a $20.00 (annual) fee, entitling them to enter from wherever they live at the “membership” rate. SHIPPING OF WORKS Miniature 2D-Shipped works must be prepaid and include entry fee, $10.00 handling fee, SASE and return-shipping fee. Miniature works must be received by June 11, 2008 for jurying. Mail to address listed in the “HOW TO ENTER” section. Do NOT send to post office box. Standard 2D, all 3D and Photography/Digital Art-Shipping and hand delivery instructions for accepted works will be sent upon notification of acceptance. Shipped works must be sent prepaid and include return shipping fees and a $10.00 handling fee. The last day for receiving accepted works is July 29, 2008. PRIZES AND AWARDS Judging will take place on August 6, 2008, in all categories. Approximately $4500.00 in prizes will be awarded. LIABILITY All entries will receive careful handling. However, neither the RFAL/NMMAS nor the Roswell Museum and Art Center can assume liability for slides or artwork. Insurance is the responsibility of the artist. Entry constitutes the artist’s agreement to abide by these liability stipulations, and the rules of the show.

HANDLING FEE There will be a $10.00 handling fee for all shipped work. SALES All accepted work must be for sale. A commission of 25% (15% to RFAL/NMMAS and 10% to the Roswell Museum) will be retained on all sales. RETURN OF WORKS Hand delivered items must be picked up no later than noon, (12:00 p.m.) August 18, 2008. All items not hand delivered will be shipped out on August 18, 2008 using the instructions and return shipping fees supplied by the artist.

END OF PROSPECTUS…

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Mondak Heritage Annual Miniature Art Show

karenlatham — Sun, 08 Jun 2008 18:01:40 CDT

18TH ANNUAL MINIATURE ART SHOW
November 18 to December 31, 2008

MonDak Heritage Center
120 3rd Ave, SE
Sidney, MT 59270

mdhc@midrivers.com
www.mondakheritagecenter.org

DEADLINE: November 10, 2008 Deadline for receipt of all artwork.
(PDF entry forms may be downloaded at the bottom of this page)

Pieces will be judged in by the following criteria: composition, originality, and artistic.

Awards

1st S300.00
2nd $200.00
3rd $100.00

Entry fees:

$10 for first piece
$6 for each additional piece

Show Timeline:

November 10, 2008 Deadline for receipt of all artwork.
November 18, 2008 Exhibition Opens. Awards announced
December 31, 2008 Last day of exhibition
January 15, 2009 All artwork will be sent back or needs to be picked up.

Eligibility:

*The following standard for miniature works will be applied: representation of the subject must not exceed
1/6 the actual size. This applies to all media.
Sculpture must not exceed 216 cubic inches (6x6x6).
Mats & frames should be in proportion to the work.
Image size for painting must not exceed 5" x 7".
Open to any and all artists. All work must be original. Copies, reproductions or work completed under instruction is not eligible.
Artists may submit up to five (5) works in any combination of the following categories: *watercolor *oil *acrylic *pastel *drawing *sculpture *mixed media

This is not a Juried Show.

Entry Preparation:

Each work must have the proper entry label attached.
Items intended for wall display must be framed and
ready for hanging.

Artist Bio:

Please include a Bio of yourself and your work with
all you contact information on the document; name,
address, phone and email.

Receiving:

Ship PREPAID, in a reusable container.
Please send to:
MonDak Heritage Center
120 3rd Ave SE
Sidney, MT. 59270

Hand delivered entries may be brought to the Center from 8 am to 4 pm Tuesday through Friday.

Returning:

Hand deliveries must be picked up by Tuesday,
January 15, 2009. If you are mailing your entries,
please include adequate return postage and insurance
(if needed). Stamps are not accepted. If funds are insufficient for return postage, we will contact you for the money before we ship the art. Please make check or money order to the MonDak Heritage Center. Entries will be returned & cash prizes awarded 10-24 days after the show closes. Please mark your form if you wish to have insurance on your package on the return shipment and include enough funds to cover it.

Sales:

A 15% commission will be retained on all art sales. The sale price indicated on the entry form should include the commission. Items that are sold will remain a part of the exhibition until its conclusion. Artist may
designate their works "Not For Sale" if they so
choose. Please mark that on the entry form and enter
the insurance value. All works must remain in the
show until the show closes. Checks for the art sold
will be sent within 30 days of show ending.

Liability:

All reasonable care will be given to objects in the custody of MonDak Heritage Center. Works are
insured upon receipt at the Center and until they are taken back to the Post Office, to return to you. The
Heritage Center will not assume responsibility for loss or damage in shipment of the submitted work. The Center is a secure alarmed facility that remains locked during non-business hours. Each work is carefully inspected during unpacking. Damages incurred during shipping will be reported to the entrant immediately so you may file a claim. It is understood that the sending
of works to the exhibition is an agreement on the part of the sender to all the conditions set forth in these
rules and guidelines.

"Small in Nature" ANNUAL MINIATURE ART SHOW

karenlatham — Fri, 30 May 2008 14:05:05 CDT

August 5th – 30th, 2008

ANNUAL MINIATURE ART SHOW
"Small in Nature"

**SEE PROSPECTUS IN ATTACHMENTS SECTION AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE.**

The"Small in Nature" Annual International Miniature Art Show, featuring works representing all the continents but Antarctica (maybe next year...); in the Oceanside Gallery.

OCEANSIDE COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL
133 McMillan Street, PO Box 1662
Parksville, BC, Canada V9P 2H5
Ph: 1.250.248.8185

Gallery hours: Mon-Sat 10am-4pm

Artists info: Open exhibition.

Deadline for entry forms: July 11th 2008
Deadline for work: July 31st. 2008.

Contact for entry forms: OCEANSIDE COMMUNITY ARTS COUNCIL Box 1662, Parksville, BC Canada V9P 2H5 Telephone: (250) 248-8185; Fax: (250) 248 - 8156
E-mail ocac@shaw.ca
Website: www.oceansideartscouncil.com

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Miniature Art Shows - Canada

karenlatham — Fri, 30 May 2008 13:46:47 CDT

Canada - International Miniature Art Exhibit

"Small in Nature" ANNUAL MINIATURE ART SHOW

The Renaissance Art Gallery Annual National Miniature Exhibition

karenlatham — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:42:04 CDT

stschantz@suddenlink.net
(304) 525-3235
www.tristateartsassociation.org

(no update for 2008)

Miniature Exhibition Invitation

The Renaissance Art Gallery, an artist cooperative in Huntington, West Virginia, is pleased to present its Seventh Annual National Miniature Exhibition
Eligibility: The exhibition is open to all North American residents 18 years or older. All fine art media except copier reproductions accepted. Artwork must be the original and have been completed in 2006-2007.
Number Of Works: Up to 3 pieces of work for each submission. All submitted works will be hung.
Size: Two-dimensional work image area no larger then 4x6 or 24 sq in. Frames no larger then 6 x 8 or 48 sq in. Three-dimensional work limited to 8 inches in any direction, including the base or pedestal.
Framing: Wood or metal frames only (no plastic). Proper framing with wires and screw eyes required. Exception: one-piece molded fine-art miniature frames with metal hinging ring accepted. No Saw-toothed Hangers.
Fees: (Non-Refundable) Delivered and retrieved by the artist: $20.00 (US) per submission. Shipped work: ($30.00 (US) per submission. All shipped work is to come with return postage prepaid. Insurance is the responsibility of the artist. Make check payable to The Renaissance Gallery.
Shipped Artwork: Entry form, check and shipped artwork are to be sent to:
Fern Christian 5481 James River Road Huntington, WV 25704
Packaging must include a sturdy corrugated box, and artwork must be protected with bubble wrap or rigid foam sheet. Do not use packing peanuts or work crates. Exhibition tags should be attached to the back of framed work in the upper right corner and on the bottom of three-dimensional work. Please include a self-addressed return label.
Deadlines: Artwork(s) entry forms and fee must be postmarked by October 15th for shipped work. Hand delivered work be received by the gallery on October 20th thru 21st during normal gallery hours, 12:00-4:00 pm. All awards will be announced at a reception at the gallery Sunday November 4th. Exhibition will run through December 8, 2007. Pick up for work will be Saturday, December 8, 2007, during gallery hours 12-4:00 pm with all shipped work returned the following week.
Juror of Awards:
John Allen Thompson artist – Miniaturist, Currently serving as president of the Miniature Painters, Sculptors and Gravers Society of Washington, DC (MPSGS) Graduated Bachelor of Science from Southern Illinois University in 1963, Master of Science 1964, Corcoran School of Art – Certification 1989. Mr. Thompson is a member of the Hilliard Society of Miniaturist, Somerset, England, the American Art league of Washington DC, the Miniature Art Society of Florida and has many other accomplishments and affiliations to numerous to mention here
Awards and Prizes: Awards in excess of $600 will be given. Awards of Excellence, Merit awards and Purchase awards will be given as well as prizes in merchandise.
Rights, responsibilities and liability: Entries not meeting the above conditions will be rejected. The Renaissance Gallery retains the right to determine the suitability of work submitted for exhibition.
Submission of entry implies:

Submitted work is original and does not infringe on any copyright
Permission is given to The Renaissance Gallery to reproduce work for publicity
Work is consigned for the duration of the exhibit unless special arrangements is made prior to the exhibit
The artist commits to donate 20% of each sale to the Renaissance Gallery, all donations being tax deductible.

All reasonable care will be exercised in handling the submitted artwork. The Renaissance Gallery will not be responsible for loss or damage to any submitted artwork. Sending artwork to this exhibit implies the sender agrees with the conditions set forth herein.
You can email for a prospectus at gallerywv@yahoo.com or follow the link to a PDF at the bottom of this page.

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Miniature Art Forums

karenlatham — Sat, 24 May 2008 20:26:58 CDT

Joining a forum is a perfect way to actively compare notes in depth on shows, materials, and to get personal critiques in a group setting.

http://www.wetcanvas.com/forums

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