The MOST ESSENTIAL INFORMATION:
1. Be a MEMBER. OK to join on Artwork Drop-Off day. (But member status look-ups slow down the process! If you can find out BEFORE drop-off day it will be helpful. Email us! Or call Lisa!)
2. ONE (1) piece per artist.
3. Heed the 2' (two foot) rule !! Exceptions will not be made. It is unfair to the compliant artists!
4. DROP-OFF DAYS are July 26 & 27, 11am - 5pm. 6 or 7 is probably ok too.
5. After Tuesday will probably be too late!!
6. Opening is Saturday July 31, 5:30-8:30
7. Exhibition CLOSES August 28th
8. ARTWORK PICK UP DAYS are Sun 29, Mon 30 Tues 31 & Wed Sept 1
Sunday August 29th from 11:00AM to 5:00PM
Monday August 30th from 11:00AM to 6:00PM
Tuesday August 31st from 11:00AM to 6:00PM
Wednesday September 1st from 11:00AM to 6:00PM
The MAC | McKinney Avenue Contemporary Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Emily Cheek
The MAC | Membership & Gallery Coordinator
+1.214.953.1212
emily@the-mac.org
macmembership@the-mac.org
The MAC announces the 2010 Annual Membership Exhibition,
Border
DALLAS, Texas, March, 8-2010 The MAC announces its 2010 Membership Show theme: Border.
Border: [1]
bor·der /bor-der/ [bawr-der]
–noun
1. the part or edge of a surface or area that forms its outer boundary.
2. the line that separates one country, state, province, etc., from another; frontier line: You cannot cross the border without a visa.
3. the district or region that lies along the boundary line of another.
4. the frontier of civilization.
5. the border,
a. the border between the U.S. and Mexico, esp. along the Rio Grande.
b. (in the British Isles) the region along the boundary between England and Scotland.
6. brink; verge.
7. an ornamental strip or design around the edge of a printed page, a drawing, etc.
8. an ornamental design or piece of ornamental trimming around the edge of a fabric, rug, garment, article of furniture, etc.
9. Horticulture.
a. a long, narrow bed planted with flowers, shrubs, or trees.
b. a strip of ground in which plants are grown, enclosing an area in a garden or running along the edge of a walk or driveway.
c. the plants growing in such a strip: a border of tulips along the path.
10. Theater.
a. a narrow curtain or strip of painted canvas hung above the stage, masking the flies and lighting units, and forming the top of the stage set.
b. border light.
–verb (used with object)
11. to make a border around; adorn with a border.
12. to form a border or boundary to.
13. to lie on the border of; adjoin.
–verb (used without object)
14. to form or constitute a border; be next to: California borders on the Pacific Ocean.
15. to approach closely in character; verge: The situation borders on tragedy.
The MAC Board of directors requests all members to submit works of art in all media from visual to performance art and literary reading. This exhibition will open Saturday, July 31st with a festive Sweet Sixteen theme reception from 5:30 to 7:30pm. The exhibit will run through August 28.
This year’s Membership Exhibition is a celebration of the MAC’s sixteenth anniversary. Since its inception in 1994, The MAC has remained true to its mission of supporting freedom of creativity and promoting a dialogue between the artists and the audience. Over the last sixteen years, The MAC has exhibited work by more than three hundred artists.
Eligibility
All persons with memberships valid through September 2010 are eligible to submit a work. Entrants must be or become members of the McKinney Avenue Contemporary at the time of submission. Membership applications and information about Membership Benefits can be acquired at the MAC – 3120 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 752040 or www.the-mac.org. A One (1) Year Artist / Student Membership is $30.
Member Artist Submissions & Requirements
Each artist can submit only one (1) work either visual, performance art or literary reading, but could also participate in one (1) collaborative work.
Visual Art
Visual Art (2-D, 3-D and Electronic Media) cannot exceed 2 feet in any dimension and must be ready to install on date of delivery.
Performance Art / Literary Readings
Performance Art and Literary Readings will be presented during the opening reception.
Collaborative Works
Please contact the MAC to obtain the criteria for participation and guidelines for Collaborative Works. ( 214.953.1212 or emily@the-mac.org or macmembership@the-mac.org)
Submission Criteria
Work that does not comply with these requirements will not be accepted. The MAC will not refund membership fees to those that have not complied with the submission guidelines.
1. All works must be labeled with the following information:
- Artists first and last name
- Title and date of work
- Indication of top of image if necessary for visual art
- Work must have been produced within the 12 months prior to the show.
- Work must not have been previously shown at the MAC.
- Dimensions of work, completed size, not to exceed 2’ in any dimension.
- Work must be ready to hang
2. Caption Sheet
Include a copy of a caption sheet with your name, address and contact information at the top left of the page. Do not use any staples on caption sheets.
The Caption Sheet List should include:
- Title
- Date of Work
- Dimensions of Finished Work
- Medium
- Brief Captions or explanatory notes of work
- Price if the work is for sale
- Phone number of the artist
Drop Off Dates & Deadline
Drop off dates are the 26th and 27th of July. All entries must be received no later than Tuesday July 27th (11 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
Notification and Return of Work
The MAC will provide a time and date after the closing of the exhibition for all works to be collected. The MAC requests that artists who sell their work as a result of the show arrange separately for the delivery of the work to the buyer.
Liability
The MAC is not responsible for the loss or damage of works while in transit. MAC reserves the right to reproduce accepted works to Membership Exhibition on the MAC website and in any Membership Show advertising or collateral associated with the exhibition. Submission of work to the exhibit indicates acceptance of conditions stated above.
About the MAC
Established in 1994, The McKinney Avenue Contemporary (The MAC) is a nonprofit organization that stands as Dallas advocate for creative freedom offering the opportunity for experimentation and presentation of art in all disciplines. It supports the emerging and established artist roll in society providing a forum for critical dialogue with their audiences. This relationship is cultivated through education and innovative programming. The MAC cultivates this relationship through education and innovative programming. The MAC is a member of Dallas Art Dealers Association and The Uptown Association.
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Sponsors To The Exhibition:
Whole Foods Market
Leland Collier Electric Co.
Eatzis
Dallas Observer
Centaur Studios Fine Art Services
Special thanks to our wonderful volunteers: Lauren Baker, Stirling Barrett, LauraLee Brott, Bronwyn Conly, Steven Gonzalez, Kelsey Herzog, Holly Kissinger, and Berklee Morganto.
Most most sincere thanks as always to Judy Niven and Jen Gilson-Gilliam!
Thank you to our loyal friend David McCullough.
Thank yous to the MAC Committee: Our “Dear Leader” Liliana Bloch, Lisa “Hippie Brain” Hees, Stephanie “Miracle Worker” Webb, Leslie “Please recycle me” Connally and last but not least, our fabulous Board of Directors
The MAC is funded in part by grants from:
Cultural Projects Program
City of Dallas
Office of Cultural Affairs