A PASSION FOR PIXELS June 20 through September 7, 2008 Reception: Sunday, July 27, from 1-4 p.m. Curator: Bruce Deitrich Price Exhibition Information A Passion for Pixels will be curated from an open call by Bruce Deitrich Price, an author, artist and critic who has extensively investigated the many manifestations of digital art. The exhibition theme will explore all facets of the medium. The curator is especially interested in work that emphasizes ways in which the computer is distinctive as an art-making tool. Artists are invited to submit one work for consideration. The curator welcomes both traditional and innovative approaches to this subject. Two and three dimensional work in all media will be considered. There are no size and weight limitations. If work exceeds six feet in any direction or weighs more than 50 pounds, artists should contact the Museum to confirm whether or not it can be accommodated in the galleries. Artists who need to install or assemble multi-part entries should also call ahead to see if space is available. There is NO FEE to submit work. Artists may submit only ONE work. The curator will make his selection from the works themselves. Work that is submitted via e-mail to the Museum will not be downloaded. Call (631) 224-5402 if you have questions concerning this policy. Selected work will be on view from June 20 through September 7, 2008. An artist's reception is scheduled for Sunday, July 27, from 1 - 4 p.m. Announcement cards (20) will be made available to all artists whose work is selected for the exhibition. Requirements & Restrictions All work that is to be hung on walls must be securely wired. Inappropriately presented work will not be accepted. The staff can not provide help carrying or setting up work . You must bring your own assistants and your own equipment. Please call if you have questions regarding this requirement. No work previously exhibited at the Islip Art Museum will be accepted. All registration forms and labels will be given to you when you bring your work to the Museum for consideration. You do not need forms prior to this time. Please bring printed instructions and/or photographs of finished work with you if your work requires special handling, installation or display. Participation is limited to artists 18 years of age or older. Liability We will not accept work valued more than $3,000. Work will be insured for the exhibition period only. By taking part in the open call, an artist agrees not to hold the Museum responsible for any loss or damage during the delivery, storage or curatorial process. The Museum staff will handle your submission with care but is not responsible for damage to fragile or poorly constructed items. Artists should keep in mind that their work may be moved frequently during the selection process. RECEIPT OF WORK Artist may deliver their work during the following times: 10:30am-3:30pm on Wednesday, June 4, Thursday, June 5, Friday, June 6, and Saturday, June 7. Selection Information Selection information will be available by telephone from 10am-4pm on Wednesday, June 11, and Thursday, June 12. Removal of Work Art work which is not accepted for inclusion in the exhibition must be removed during the following times: 10:30am-3:30pm on Wednesday, June 11, Thursday, June 12, Friday, June 13, and Saturday, June 14. Art work which is accepted for the exhibition must be removed on the following times and dates: Sunday, September 7: 4-4:30pm Monday, September 8: 10:30am-3:30pm, and Tuesday, September 9:10:30-3:30pm. Work selected for the exhibition may not be removed before September 7. PLEASE NOTE: Unless your work is selected, there is a $2 per day charge for storage of your work beyond the stated pick-up times. [ TOP ]