All accepted exhibition proposals must contain original work, which have never been exhibited by the Portage & District Arts Centre.
Deadline for this CALL FOR ENTRY has been extended to January 31, 2017. Submitted exhibition proposals are reviewed by PDAC’s Exhibition Committee and are considered for exhibition in our PDAC’s Main Gallery. Exhibitions are usually scheduled two years in advance.
In order to be considered by the Exhibition Committee, exhibition proposals must include the following:
- Brief Artist’s Statement (max 300 words)
- Artist Resume or Curriculum Vitae (max 2 pages)
- Recent Artist Biography (background information for promotional purposes)
- Proposal with brief exhibit synopsis, exhibit title and quantity of exhibition pieces
- CD or DVD with good quality jpegs of at least 10 artworks to be featured in the exhibition. Each jpeg must be titled, numbered and in the correct viewing orientation for easy review. All jpegs must be true and clearly depict the respective artwork. Please do not attach label stickers to the CD or DVD.
- Descriptive List: include jpeg number, title, medium, dimensions and date of work
- A stamped, self-addressed envelope for return of material
Hanging Requirement
PDAC utilizes a standard hanging-chain system for most two-dimensional artworks. A minimum of two (2)
gallery chains will be utilized for each work of art. Three-dimensional and/or sculptural works will be
secured in exhibit cases or displayed on the gallery floor with stanchions.
Wooden Frames
Two (2) eyelet screws, straphangers or D-rings must be installed on the back of the frame (left and right), 2”
from the top corners. We use S-hooks to fasten pictures to the chains.
Metal Frames
Please adjust wire mounts to the highest position on the back of the frame. Please have work prepared and
ready to install prior to its arrival. Artwork that is not ready for installation may not be included in the
exhibition.
NOTE: If awarded an exhibition, all artwork MUST be ready to install according to PDAC’s Installation
Requirements.
Please contact Paul Legris, Executive Director, Portage & District Arts Centre at: [email protected]
or 204-239-6029 if you have any questions or concerns regarding your entry.
