Deadline nearing! June 30 last day to submit application for Columbia Arts Plein Air Competition & Exhibit

Greetings Plein Air Painters! The deadline for applying to be featured in our September Exhibition is only 2 weeks away!!! Please read the submission details below so you can be included in this wonderful event. We look forward to another great year!

HOW TO APPLY
Unlike previous Pacific Northwest Plein Air application processes, this year’s will be conducted entirely online. All applications must be submitted by midnight (Mountain Time) on June 30, 2009. Columbia Center for the Arts will not accept applications directly. Applicants are asked to submit 6 digital images and an artist statement through http://www.callforentry.org. Please visit the website for complete instructions on how to apply. There is no fee to use this website. If you are new to CaFÉ, please allow yourself enough time to become familiar with the application system and requirements.

ELIGIBILITY
Any resident of the United States is eligible to apply. However, submitted artwork must have been painted on location in the Pacific Northwest: British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, or Montana.

LOCATION
The Pacific Northwest is Plein Air Painter Paradise. Each year, artists gather in the Columbia River Gorge to take in the stunning beauty of its black basalt cliffs, ribbon-like waterfalls, and lush fir forests. In November 1986, Congress recognized the unique beauty of the Gorge when it made it the nation's first National Scenic Area. In a very small area, there is a diverse range of climate zones for artists to paint. Nestled along the Columbia River, the town of Hood River sits between the two snow capped volcanoes Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. Only a 10 minute drive to the East takes you to the Transitional Zone where the Cascade Mountain Range meets the Desert. The High Desert and Deschutes River are 35 minutes further. To the West, visitors can wander the temperate rain forest and discover alpine lakes and streams. Portland is 1 hour West of Hood River and the scenic Oregon Coast is 2.5 hrs West of Hood River.

SELECTION PROCESS
Phase 1: Artists interested in being featured in the Plein Air Show in September need to apply by the June 30 midnight mdt deadline, and be pre-screened in order to be invited to the Pacific Northwest Plein Air Exhibition. During this initial review, a screening committee comprised of regional art collectors, artists, and arts professionals will evaluate the submitted images to determine if the artist will be invited to participate in the exhibition in September. Thirty artists will be selected based on the plein air images they submit. However, the submitted images are not necessarily pieces which are committed to the show; it is our expectation and hope that the selected artists will create new pieces specifically for the exhibition and participate in the hosted Paint Out Event. All artists who apply will receive electronic notification of the results of the screening process. Notification will be sent to the email address supplied when applying through CaFÉ.

Phase 2: The Artists identified by the screening committee will be featured in the September exhibition. Accepted artists are highly encouraged to participate in the paint out event during the week prior to the show opening. Submitted work does not have to be completed during the paint out. All artwork must be original in concept and executed by the artist within the last two years. Compositions taken from published material or involving copyright infringement issues will not be considered. No student work under supervision is eligible. No work previously featured in the Columbia Art Gallery will be accepted.
Artists may deliver up to 6 pieces, with the understanding that there may not be room for all entries in the show, at least 4 pieces will be shown by each accepted artist. Accepted artists will receive follow up instructions including a detailed prospectus and a site map of the Paint Out locations.

IMPORTANT DATES
April 28 - CaFÉ begins accepting applications
June 30 - Last date to submit application via CaFÉ Web site
July 15 - Notification e-mailed
Aug. 27 - Aug. 31 - Paint Out dates
Aug. 31 - Artwork to be delivered to the gallery no later than 5pm
Sept. 4 - Exhibition opens
Sept. 27 - Exhibition closes

AWARDS AND PRIZES
1st Place • 2nd Place • 3rd Place
Artists Choice • People’s Choice
Prize details to be announced at a later date. The juror for the 2009 Pacific Northwest Plein Air Exhibition is Ned Mueller. Ned is a respected member of the Plein Air Painters of America, a resident of the Pacific Northwest, and an exceptional judge for Plein Air painting.

SUBMISSION
Fine art media will be accepted in the following categories:
Oil • Acrylic • Watercolor • Pastel

DEFINITION
For this exhibition, at least 85% of the painting must be completed onsite and outdoors to be considered “Plein Air.”

SIZE
Artwork, including frames, shall not exceed 50 inches in either direction. Minimum image size 2” x 3”.

PRESENTATION
Artwork must be professionally framed, wired and ready for hanging. Required details include: Wire in good condition, flat D-rings used on frames, cleaned up canvas edges without visible staples. No work will be accepted with screw-in eye hooks or metal tooth hangers. If you don’t know what these are - please ask and we will be happy to explain.

Separate unconnected pieces may not be entered as one unit. When displayed together, they need to be within the 50” size limitation or they will be displayed as separate artwork.

SALES
Work must be FOR SALE and priced with intent to sell.
• 60% to the artist
• 40% commission supports Columbia Art Gallery, a non profit community art gallery

SHIPPING
If you live outside the local area and wish to ship a piece to or from the show, all packaging, shipping, insurance and related costs are the responsibility of the artist. Artist is to provide all packing material (box, foam, label) for artwork that will be mailed back to artist after the show. Artist will also make arrangements in advance to cover shipping costs.

EXHIBITION DELIVERY AND PICK UP
All hand-delivered artwork must be delivered to Columbia Art Gallery prior to or on Monday, August 31 between 12:00 and 5:00 pm. You may also ship artwork in advance to arrive prior to or on Monday, August 31, 2009 to Columbia Art Gallery, 215 Cascade Street, Hood River, OR 97031.

All artists will fill out an Artwork Submission form for artwork entries that includes: Artist Name, Title of Work, Size and Price. This list is your receipt for entries, and must be presented when picking up any and all work.

Please pick up all unaccepted entries.

Accepted entries, regardless of whether they are sold, may not be removed until close of show. All unsold works must be removed promptly at the end of the show to make room for the next show. Art not picked up within 60 days after the close of the show will become property of the Columbia Art Gallery.

INFORMATION
We have tried to ensure that the application information and instructions are clear and complete. Please consult the CaFÉ Web site for information about how to prepare digital images or complete an application. For technical support, contact CaFÉ at cafe@westaf.org Monday through Friday, between 8:30 am and 5 pm Mountain Time. For questions about eligibility and other requirements, contact Columbia Art Gallery at gallery@columbiaarts.org or 541-387-8877 x 115. All questions should be made attention to Cathleen Rehfeld, Show Curator.

2009 Pacific Northwest Plein Air Painting Exhibition Call for artists

Plein Air Painting 2009 in Hood River Oregon

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CALL FOR ARTISTS! Posted: 24 May 2009 05:42 PM PDT 2009 Pacific Northwest Plein Air Painting Exhibition Columbia Center for the Arts Event Dates: 8/27/09 - 9/30/09 REQUIREMENTS for jurying process, entry deadline is June 30, 2009 HOW TO APPLY Submit 6 Images online for the jurying process at www.callforentry.org Jury Fee (Pacific Northwest Plein Air Show): $25.00 Unlike previous Pacific Northwest Plein Air application processes, this year’s will be conducted entirely online. All applications must be submitted by midnight (Mountain Time) on June 30, 2009. Columbia Center for the Arts will not accept applications directly. If you are new to CaFÉ, please allow yourself enough time to become familiar with the application system and requirements. Applicants are asked to submit 6 digital images and an artist statement throughwww.callforentry.org. Please visit the website for complete instructions on how to apply. There is no fee to register and use this website. ELIGIBILITY Any resident of the United States is eligible to apply. However, submitted artwork must have been painted on location in the Pacific Northwest: British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, or Montana. LOCATION The Pacific Northwest is Plein Air Painter Paradise. Each year, artists gather in the Columbia River Gorge to take in the stunning beauty of its black basalt cliffs, ribbon-like waterfalls, and lush fir forests. In November 1986, Congress recognized the unique beauty of the Gorge when it made it the nation's first National Scenic Area. In a very small area, there is a diverse range of climate zones for artists to paint. Nestled along the Columbia River, the town of Hood River sits between the two snow capped volcanoes Mt. Hood and Mt. Adams. Only a 10 minute drive to the East takes you to the Transitional Zone where the Cascade Mountain Range meets the Desert. The High Desert and Deschutes River are 35 minutes further. To the West, visitors can wander the temperate rain forest and discover alpine lakes and streams. Portland is 1 hour West of Hood River and the scenic Oregon Coast is 2.5 hrs West of Hood River. Fee: $25.00 (Pacific Northwest Plein Air Show) Event Dates: 8/27/09 - 9/30/09 Entry Deadline: 6/30/09 Pacific Northwest Plein Air 2009 :: Fifth Annual Paint Out and Gallery Exhibition held at the Columbia Center for the Arts, Hood River, Oregon. Located in the heart of Oregon's National Scenic Area. Show Reception and Awards Friday September 4, 2009 6-8pm, open to the public.

The Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour May 2 & 3

On Saturday and Sunday, May 2 and 3, 2009, thirty eight artists of the Columbia Gorge will open their studios to the public. This will be the region’s third juried Open Studios Tour. Scroll down for ticket purchase locations.

See Artists in their Natural Habitat - their studios.
The array of artwork produced by Gorge artists is incredible. The tour will feature original works by artists living and working in the region. Participating artists will open their work spaces for the public to view how and where they work, and to ask the artist directly any questions about their work, but for two days only. Visitors will have the chance to stop at the studios of their choice any time between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Through Gorge Artists Open Studios, tourists will enhance their knowledge of art and culture in the Columbia Gorge, and view and purchase artwork not available in galleries.

Art Media (3 locations)
Downtown Portland
902 SW Yamhill Portland, OR 97205
503.223.3724

www.artmedia.com
Southeast
10317 SE 82nd
Portland, OR
Beaverton, OR
2710 Cedar Hills Blvd.

Frame Central (4 Locations)
6639 Macadam Ave.
Portland, OR 97201
503.245.1000
www.Frame Central.com
Southeast
11384 SE 82nd Ave. Portland, OR
503.353-0388
Northwest
3565 NW Yeon, Portlnad, OR
503.219-9222
The Pearl
Corner of 13th & NW Davis

503.546-9087
Powell’s Books
10th and W. Burnside
Downtown Portland, Art Section
1.800.878.7323

www.powellsbooks.com
COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE
Stevenson, WA
Skamania Lodge, WA
Skamania Lodge
Goldendale, WA
Golden Art Gallery
103 East Main Street
Downtown Goldendale, WA
509.773.5100

Golden Art Gallery
Maryhill Art Museum
35 Maryhill Museum Drive
Goldendale, Washington 98620
509.773.3733

Maryhill Museum
Hood River, OR

Columbia Art Gallery
15 Oak Street
Hood River, OR 97031
541.387.8877

Columbia Art Center
Waucoma Books
212 Oak St.
Hood River, OR 97031
541.386.5353
Waucoma Books

The Dalles, OR
Inn at The Dalles
Inn at The Dalles
Klindt’s Booksellers
315 East Second Street
The Dalles, OR 97058
541.296.3355

Klindt' Booksellers
The Dalles Art Center
220 E 4th Street
541.296.4759
The Dalles Art Center
Westwind Gallery
E. Second St. (next to Petite Provence)
Fly Shop of The Dalles
E. Second Street (near Petite Provence)

Fly Shop of The Dalles
Mosier,OR
Ten Speed Coffee
Ten Speed Coffee
White Salmon , Washington
Collage of the Gorge
143 E Jewett Blvd
White Salmon, WA 98672
Collage of the Gorge
Inn at White Salmon

Columbia Center for the Arts Plein Air Workshops: Camille Przewodek and Randall Sexton

(A message from Catherine Kiewit):

Columbia Center for the Arts is really excited to bring two wonderful instructors to Hood River this summer.
Here is the link to information on our website: http://www.columbiaarts.org/education.html
Below is a description of the workshops---please spread the word!...there are just a few spaces available.

Discover a New Way of Seeing Color
Instructor: Camille Przewodek http://www.przewodek.com/
Here's a chance to work in the stunning summer light of the Columbia River Gorge. Camille will teach the structure of landscape —what one should leave in and out, with a focus on expressing the big masses, light key and aerial perspective with color. The instructor will be doing demonstrations throughout the workshop, have intimate conversations with students about their vision and work as artists, and will share her remarkable understanding of color and light.
· June 22 —26
· $650
· Deposit of $325 due by May 1

Methods for Plein Air Painting
Instructor: Randall Sexton http://www.rcsexton.com/
Explore the panoramic views, lush landscape, and waterfalls of the Pacific Northwest in this 4-day intensive workshop. Instructor Randall Sexton is one of the premier contemporary California landscape painters. Randall is an absolute gem, delightful to work with and highly sought after as an instructor. His hands-on approach to teaching involves sharing his technique and knowledge while remaining focused on the individual needs of each student.
· July 20 —23
· $520
· Deposit of $260 due by June 1

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