FL3TCH3R Exhibit: Socially & Politically Engaged Art

Intermational Deadline: September 3, 2014 - The Fl3tcher Exhibit' is an annual multi-national juried exhibit focused on socially and politically engaged art. Socially and politically engaged art has been integral in creative expression since the beginning of visual arts. This exhibition explores the current trends and trajectory in this field and these collective creative works hopefully serve as an avenue or agent for societal transformation and exposure of social and political points of view. The goal is to recognize and advance this endeavor by providing a venue for the exhibition of socially and politically engaged art. Furthermore, the exhibit’s proceeds after expenses will fund the Fletcher H. Dyer Memorial Scholarship for an art and design student.

ELIGIBILITY
The Fl3tcher Exhibit' is open to all artists and designers 18 years of age and older residing in the United States or any other country as long as entry fee is paid in U.S. dollars. All work must be original. Any work previously accepted to The Fl3tcher Exhibit' will be disqualified.

THEME
The theme of The Fl3tcher Exhibit' is focused on work with strong social and political content. Work entered in the exhibit should reflect current issues that affect contemporary culture and investigate societal and political concerns. Diverse media and approach to the theme are encouraged.

LOCATION OF 2014 EXHIBIT
Reece Museum, accredited by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM), on the campus of East Tennessee State University, Johnson City, TN.

JUROR
Elliot Earls is Artist-in-Residence and head of the Graduate Graphic Design Department at Cranbrook Academy of Art.

AWARDS
Best of Show $ 300.00
Two (2) Awards of Excellence $ 100.00 each
Appalachian Artist Award (TBA)
Other awards (TBA)

MEDIA, DIMENSION, & PRESENTATION REQUIREMENTS
All 2D, 3D and video art are eligible. Due to space and logistical considerations, large-scale and complicated installation is not encouraged. Work using materials that are hazardous to the health and safety of the public will be disqualified. Work must not exceed 6 ft. in any direction and preferably weigh under 30 lbs. All 2D work must be ready for hanging. Acrylic glaze is required for framed work, please do not submit work framed with glass. All 3D work must have stable base and installation instructions.

2014 FEES
A non-refundable fee of $30.00 is required for submission of up to three entries.

ENTRY & JURY PROCESS
The Fl3tcher Exhibit': Social & Politically Engaged Art multi-national juried exhibit accepts ONLY digital images on a CD.

Download complete .pdf Prospectus and Application, or contact FL3TCHER.exhibit@GMAIL.COM

The Fl3tcher Exhibit
P.O. Box 954
Johnson City, TN 37605

JURY NOTIFICATION
Notification of accepted entries will be sent via email and postal service if SASE is submitted starting September 26, 2014. The Juror’s decision is final.

SHIPPING & DELIVERY
All shipping expenses to and from the exhibit are the artist’s responsibility.

INSURANCE & SALES
Accepted entries will be insured ONLY during installation and exhibition at the Reece Museum. The artist is responsible for all insurance during transit and for shipping costs. All purchases of art work will be between artist and buyer and no commissions taken.