Prospectus
Eligibility
The Curmudgeon Art Expo is an important opportunity for an underappreciated group (male Findlay Art League members and non- members over 18 years) to show the work they have created. All submitted work will be displayed unless improperly prepared for presentation. Members may enter up to four pieces of art. Nonmembers may submit up to three pieces.
Cost
A non-refundable entry fee of $20 enables members to enter up to four works and non- members up to three. Payment by cash, credit card, bitcoin, or check will be collected at Registration.
Entry Requirements
Entry Rules for the Curmudgeon Art Expo
Art work original in concept, not copied from any printed source (and not done by your visiting nurse) will be displayed. There are no size limitations or weight restrictions except anything too big for you/us to carry. All two-D artwork must be attractively and securely framed with paper pieces under glass or Plexiglas, and properly wired for hanging. Wire must be attached to the frame. No duct tape or saw tooth hangers. Entry forms must be filled out completely and legibly. Identification tags are to be attached to the back, upper right corner of 2D work and bottom of 3D pieces. No price changes, substitutions or withdrawals may occur during the show from registration through pick up.
Intake Requirements
Accepted art work must be ready to hang on the wall during the physical intake process. Identification tags are to be filled out legibly and completely and securely attached to the upper right hand corner on the back of the photograph when they are dropped off at the FAL.
Identification tags can be found by downloading the prospectus above.
No price changes, substitutes or withdrawals may occur during the exhibit from registration through pick-up.
Schedule
Dates of Show – January 10 to 27
Delivery of work to the Findlay Art League Friday, January 6, 4:00-6:30 pm
Saturday, January 7, 11:00 am–3:00 pm
Opening Reception
Saturday, January 14, 1:00-4:00 pm
Pick Up
Saturday, January 28, 12:00 – 4:00 pm and any day during open hours through February 2nd.
Liability
All reasonable efforts will be made to handle artwork with care. All works submitted are subject to the following liability waiver: Findlay Art League and their agents will not be held responsible for loss or damage to artwork for the duration of the exhibit. Delivering an entry to the exhibition shall constitute agreement with all conditions in the prospectus.
Awards
Best of Show – 72 oz. Geritol or $100
1st Place – 6 oz. Rogaine or $50
2nd Place – Men’s Centrum Silver or $25 3rd Place - 1 pair of support hose or $15 Merit Award–“Grumpy Old Man” socks
Judge: : Don Badertscher (a cool old coot)
Questions/Concerns
Paul Sears, Phil Gerstner Show Chairs 419-422-7847