We invite artists to engage with cherry blossoms and plein air painting themes. Focus on the vivid colors, fine details, and the outdoor painting experience. We welcome all interpretations, from peaceful cherry blossom scenes to active plein-air landscapes.
Cherry Blossom Entries are welcome in all styles. Plein-air landscapes do not need to include cherry blossoms.
We look forward to showcasing the creativity and talent of Big Island’s artists in this exciting exhibition!
Exhibition Dates: February 1 – 25, 2024
Artwork Submission Deadline: January 28, 2024 Artwork must be delivered to the Firehouse Gallery.
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Key Details:
- Location: Firehouse Gallery, Waimea, Big Island, Hawaii
- $200 “Best in Show Prize”
- Entry Limit: Up to 3 artworks per artist
- Hanging Fee: $15 per artwork*
- Sales Requirement: All artworks must be for sale
- Commission: 50% to Waimea Arts Council (Discounts available for Council Members)
- Eligibility: Open to all artists residing on the Big Island of Hawaii
- Delivery: Artworks should be delivered to the Firehouse Gallery on or up to 10 days before the due date
Special Notes:
- Members Benefit: Participating Waimea Arts Council Members receive a discount on fees and pay commission in accordance with their Membership Plan.
- *No hanging fees for Participating Artists. Friends and Supporters pay $10.
- The gallery committee reserves the right not to hang artwork (poorly executed, not “affordable art,” inappropriate, etc..), in which case the hanging fee will be returned.
- Non-WAC members need to sign a waiver when dropping off Art
Artwork Guidelines:
- Submit up to three pieces (24”x36” max) enumerated #1, #2,#3 indicating your first choice, etc., in case space is limited.
- Wall art must have a hanging wire and a gallery tag on the back. Please attach the gallery slip securely to the back of the artwork.
- Email digital images of your work to photos@waimeaartscouncil.org for publicity/social media. Name your image files as follows: LastName.Title.Size.Medium.Price.jpg For example, if I had an 8×10 piece named Cherry Blossoms for $300, I would name my photo Konigsberg.CherryBlossoms.8×10.photo.300.jpg.
- Record your art on the show intake form in the bunkhouse.
Questions:
- Please contact Kathy Sprinkle, President@WaimeaArtsCouncil.org
If urgent: Text message to 808-746-1223
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