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The Budget Gallery call for entries
OPEN CALL FOR ENTRIES Budget Gallery, San Francisco. "Start Where You Are" In conjunction with "SHINE!: San Francisco Art Walk" Saturday Nov. 20, 2004 4-7PM Deadline: Nov. 15th, 2004 http://www.budgetgallery.org
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Introduction:
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The Budget Gallery organizes gallery style art shows in the unused public spaces found in
urban areas. From empty walls to empty buildings, the Budget Gallery uses any space that is
available and highly visible during the day. Space is often prepared with white paint and
signage so work will be as professionally presented as possible. Pieces will be labeled with
the artists name, materials used, and asking price for the work. We host opening receptions
that are attended by hundreds of people forming a sort-of block party garage sale style art
show right on the sidewalk.
All pieces not sold by the end of the the opening reception stay up for the course of the week
with a price and contact phone number for interested buyers. The gallery is in co-opted
public space with no security. Any work not sold at the reception can be sold, stolen, or
vandalized during the rest of the show. Artists submit work with these inevitabilities in
mind. Most work sells at the opening, but some is always left. The Budget Gallery considers
vandalism a form of artistic collaboration, and theft is the highest honor of the Budget
Gallery.
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Call for entries:
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All work that meets guidelines will be accepted for the show - in line with the Budget
Gallery's belief that any art is better than the commercial advertising which typically
dominates public spaces. Work will either be purchased, stolen, or vandalized. Artists are
encouraged to make pieces for this show with these inevitabilities in mind. Ideal pieces
should catch the eye, capture the imagination, and invite extended viewing from passing
crowds. Art that addresses the issues of public space are especially encouraged, but again,
all work will be accepted.
Artists are encouraged to use the Budget Gallery as an opportunity to show work they may
not normally present in other venues. Masterpieces are not required. Work in media other
than the artists primary media is encouraged, along with older pieces, works in progress,
studies, and so on.
Work should be priced to sell to the general public. All pieces not sold at the opening will be
left on the wall for 1 week, after which they will be placed elsewhere. Those interested in
your piece will be instructed to remove it, take it home, and contact the gallery regarding
payment. Commission is arbitrary, optional, and decided by the artist. Work will not be
returned.
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Use the theme if it inspires you. If it doesn't, find something that inspires you and use that.
The theme is "Start Where You Are." Life is uncertain, the future is uncertain, the efficacy of
the Diebold voting machine is certainly uncertain. Though, as the theater of the world
around us carries on, whether into prosperity, absurdity, or tragedy, the importance of a
peaceful place from which to work becomes readily apparent. Coincidentally, that place is
always right here and right now.
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1. All work must have our entry form attached.
2. Work must be able to be hung on a wall or fence.
- It must be mounted on something hard - clipped to a piece of cardboard is ok, just no
loose paper.
3. Please avoid pieces larger than 40 inches by 40 inches or any piece heavier than 25
pounds. If your piece exceeds these dimensions, contact the Budget Gallery before
submitting your work.
4. Please deliver art with your preferred mounting hardware supplied. If no mounting
hardware is supplied, work will be hung in the most convenient way possible (Starting with
wood screws, then staples, twine, or tape).
6. Please submit a slide or digital photo of work (if possible) for our website.
7. If work is to be mailed, it must be received at 258 Monterey Blvd. Apt. D, San Francisco,
CA 94131 by Monday Nov 15th.
8. If work is to be dropped off, it must be delivered between 9AM and 9PM Monday Nov. 15th
at 258 Monterey Blvd. Apt. D, San Francisco, CA 94131.
9. If neither of these arrangements work, please email [EMAIL PROTECTED]
10. Remember that this is an outdoor show in San Francisco in November, so we can not
guarantee that your work will not get a little damp, despite our efforts against that.
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Submission:
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1. Download form, fill out, and attach to piece. Go to http://budgetgallery.org/pdfs/
2. Deliver work-Please see steps 7 and 8 in the guidelines above for details.
3. Email us with any questions [EMAIL PROTECTED]
4. Come have a great time at the show!
NOTE: This show will be held at a super secret location that will be revealed through email
and on our website one week prior to the show.
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About SHINE!
SHINE! is an Annual Art Event Series that positions the San Francisco Arts Community as the city's epicenter for Community and Culture-Building.
The San Francisco Arts Community consistently provides San Francisco with a rich, multi-cultural backdrop that both embraces and challenges current precepts of urban living and group dynamics.
SHINE! hopes to deepen and define San Francisco's role as a Cultural Resource while strengthening and celebrating The Bay Area's commitment to cooperative models and artistic milieu.
Currently, there are a number of newer Art Spaces, Alternative Art Spaces, Boutique/Art Spaces and homegrown businesses that only add to the cultural �stew� of San Francisco. SHINE! is thrilled to welcome these recent additions into its weekend-long program of events. Combining these newer spaces with venues that have established their commitment to Arts Culture, further illustrates SHINE!'s investment in developing networks of Community-based Art Activities that are inclusive in their philosophy and progressive in their vision.
The SHINE! Event Series hopes to bring into high focus:
The importance of Culture and Community-Building
A tangible ethos of neighborliness and cooperation
As well as highlight:
The productivity and positivity of the San Francisco Arts Community
We hope to achieve all of the these goals with integrity, Do-It-Yourself approaches, and a large dose of style and "Can-Do" spirit!
The SHINE! Event Series is Produced and Developed by Elliot Lessing, Executive Director of BUILD, with invaluable support from participating venues and the San Francisco Arts Community.
For more SHINE! info: Elliot Lessing, BUILD Executive Director. BUILD 483 Guerrero Street, SF, CA 94110 ph: 415.863.3041 e: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Scott Vermeire [EMAIL PROTECTED] www.budgetgallery.org
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