Application

Artist Application

GREEN ART FESTIVAL

This unique, exciting, educational and timely event will promote artists and crafts persons while focusing on Recycled Art and the Green Movement in general.

Patchogue Arts Council, Inc.
PO Box 771
Patchogue, NY 11772

June 27^th 2009 (Rain Date June 28^th) GreenArtFestival@aol.com

Please print and fill out the “GREEN ART FESTIVAL” Artist Application completely and follow the Guidelines for Submission of Works and Proposals listed below for possible consideration. All submissions are due by APRIL 15, 2009.

� 1. Artists Contact Information
Contact Name:		Date:
Business or Professional Name:
Mailing Address:

City:	State:	Zip:
Tel:	Fax:
Cel:	Email:



How did you find out about the “GREEN ART FESTIVAL”?
The best way to contact: � Email � Phone The best time to contact if necessary: day_______ time _______
� 2. Artist Statement – Please provide a description of your past work [e.g., what are some of the reasons you’ve chosen the medium you work in, what are some themes in your artwork, etc.]

� 3. Define Space Requirement if chosen- The GREEN ART FESTIVAL is comprised of varying space opportunities; please check off the space you would be interested in if chosen. (If multiple Booths are required please note!) ___ 2’x3’ Table Space ($5) ___ 5’ x 5’ Booth ($25) ___5’x10’ Booth ($50) ___ 10’x10’ ($100) The artist will be responsible for set-up, breakdown and display, etc.- whatever is necessary to show their work. If you have special needs or assistance, let us know and we will try to help or pair you with someone who can. The table spaces will be provided but all larger booth spaces will be assigned empty lots allocated by the committee and artists must contain all elements of their work and display materials within given boundaries. If you have a need for electricity please advise and we will determine cost and feasibility once a total assessment is made. No storage space will be available beyond your allocated space.
� 4. Guidelines for Submission of Application – (Any incomplete applications will be disqualified) • Send digital images [150 dpi] that represent your past work (with a small description for each image -with medium, dimensions and year completed), a photo of yourself and a word document of your biography. • Print and fill out this application and mail with CD. (Must be signed below) • Send $5 Application Fee with above. • Send to The Patchogue Arts Council, Inc., GAF, PO Box 771, Patchogue, NY 11772. Photos and CD are non-returnable. • [Please submit no later than APRIL 15,2009.]
� 5. Guidelines to Participate ART WORK MUST BE AT LEAST 85% RECYCLED MATERIALS A. All artwork or crafts must be set up within the allocated confines of the assigned space. B. The GREEN ART FESTIVAL is an event open to the public all works must be appropriate for family viewing. D. The GREEN ART FESTIVAL reserves the right to refuse to display or to remove any work for any reason at any time. E. If there is a problem or question, please bring it to the attention of The GREEN ART FESTIVAL staff immediately. F. Normal safety regulations must be observed and compliance with all local and state regulations is mandatory. G. Artist will obtain tax or other permits as required by local or state authorities. H. Artist will not hold the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. it agents, or staff liable for failure to perform or fulfill its contractual obligation provided such failure is caused, occasioned or impeded by closure of site location due to any causes beyond its control. I. Artist agrees that the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. and or The GREEN ART FESTIVAL committee reserve the right to amend and/or add to the applicable rules pertaining to and governing this show at any time prior to the commencement of said event. Additions or amendments will be circulated to Artist in writing. The interpretation of all rules by The GREEN ART FESTIVAL committee shall be final. J. Failure to adhere to any of these rules could result in expulsion.
� 6. General Release and Acceptance of Guidelines to Display I have read the entire Artist Application and agree to abide by said guidelines. In addition, I expressly release the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc., the Village of Patchogue and the owners of the event site from any damage, injury or loss to any person or goods, which may arise from the occupations of said space or the participation in this arts event by the exhibitor. I also agree to hold the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. and owners of the event site harmless of any thief, loss, injury or damage by reason thereof. I further agree and understand that if the submissions of works or proposals are deemed inappropriate for this event or if space limitations occur that I will abide by the Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. decisions. Also if I receive an invitation to display in this event, and accept said invitation, I give permission to use any digital images or photos of my work or images submitted with this application for publicity purposes. My signature on this release constitutes acceptance of this release and guidelines to display. Signature: Date:

EXAMPLES OF GREEN ARTS & CRAFTS

Artist Invite

Best of Show Most Functional Piece Audience Favorite Best Use of PAC Greens

Artist Application