Fairfield, CT - Artists are still invited to submit one artwork for the Community Show at the Kershner Gallery in the Fairfield Library. The theme is Exploring Nature. All mediums of original art are eligible if they meet the show standards. Wall pieces must not exceed 36 inches in any direction and must be wired for hanging. Sculptures must not exceed 30”w x 30”d x 72”h including a pedestal. Video works must have all equipment supplied by the artist. All work must be appropriate for a public venue.
Entry forms will be available at the gallery and at http://fairfieldpubliclibrary.org/our-community/bruce-s-kershner-gallery/ The fee is $25 and the form, which includes the title, medium, size, and price, must be mailed with a check. Sending an image of the work is optional. See the form for mailing address.
Please note:The dates have changed, as the library is reopening after having sustained water damage.
Submission date by mail is now January 11. Work must be hand delivered to the gallery on Friday, February 1 at 9-11 am or 5-7 pm. Fairfield Library is at 1080 Old Post Road in Fairfield.
It is advisable to mail the entry form early since there is a limit to the amount of work the gallery can display and once that capacity is reached, later entries may be rejected. After 1/11, every artist who applied will be notified as to acceptance or not.
The show will run from February 4 to March 3 with a reception on Saturday, February 9 at 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
The Friends of the Fairfield Public Library will retain 20% of the sales price of works sold. Insurance coverage for each piece shown is up to $1000. Sold works will remain in the gallery until the show ends.
For questions, email bskgallery@gmail.com