Application

Application for the Season Beginning 2008

INTRODUCTION

The Burnett Gallery in the Jones Library is pleased to invite applications for its monthly exhibitions for the season beginning June, 2008. Since the founding of the Jones Library in 1921, the Burnett Gallery has offered area artists and craftspeople a public space in which to exhibit their work. Collectively, the exhibits aim to reflect a variety of media, styles, cultural viewpoints, and levels of artistic expression. Such shows have been part of the library's programs to encourage appreciation and understanding of art. Individuals or groups in Amherst and surrounding towns may submit applications.

THE SPACE

The Burnett Gallery is on the second floor of the Jones Library and offers about 70 linear feet of wall space and 600 square feet of floor space. Artists must familiarize themselves with the features and limitations of the gallery space before submitting an application. The Gallery provides hardware for hanging wall works, which must be suitably framed and wired. Nine pedestals (three with secure plexiglas covers) are available for three-dimensional work. A wall case on the first floor of the library provides space for an announcement of the show. Artists are responsible for installing and taking down their shows and for displaying their show announcements. A member of the Burnett Gallery Committee will inform you about publicizing and setting up your show.

HOW EXHIBITS ARE SELECTED

The Burnett Gallery Committee, composed of local artists and art supporters, reviews applications annually. Applications are available at the Jones Library across from the Adult Circulation Desk or online at www.joneslibrary.org beginning in August of each year. The next deadline for submission is 5:00 P.M. on Monday, October 15, 2007.

If you are offered a show, it may be jointly with one or more other artists, because there may be more qualified people requesting space than can be accommodated by solo exhibitions. For joint shows, the Committee tries to choose applicants who are artistically compatible.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Do not hesitate to ask questions. They should be directed to officers of the Burnett Gallery Committee. Currently, these are:

Adele Gladstone-Gilbert (chairperson); phone: (413) 253-2786; email: gilberta@oit.umass.edu

Please do not contact Jones Library office staff. They cannot answer questions about the gallery and will refer you to the above committee members.

EXHIBITION APPLICATION FORM

For the season beginning June 2008
DEADLINE: 5:00 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2007

Fill out the form online and print it.

Name of Exhibitor(s):

Day Phone:
Evening Phone:
Address:

Email:
Material or technique of artworks:

INCLUDE IN YOUR APPLICATION THE FOLLOWING SIX ITEMS:

1. This page with the printed information above.
2. 35mm slides of your artwork in a slide protector sheet. If slides are unavailable, color photographs or high quality color photocopies in clear sheet protectors are acceptable. CD's are also accepted. Items should be clearly labeled with your name, medium, and approximate dimensions of the artwork. Indicate the top of the artwork with a small red arrow. The number of slides to submit is as follows:
   • If you are a single applicant: 10 slides
   • If the application involves two persons: 8 slides each
   • If the application involves more persons: a total of 20-30 slides proportionately divided.
   • Indicate two slides or copies (for each exhibitor) or an additional CD copy that the committee may keep as a reminder of your work.
3. A brief, typed description of the work to be shown.
4. A brief, typed biographical paragraph. (whatever you care to say about yourself). A more formal résumé could also be included.
5. One signed copy of Terms of Exhibiting.
6. A self-addressed, stamped envelope for the return of your materials.

PLEASE NOTE ALSO:

• Burnett Gallery Presentations may be offered to help you complete your application and your artwork for showing. These workshops are free, and will be held in the Jones Library Large Meeting Room on the lowest level from 7:00 to 8:45 P.M. on dates to be determined.
• Do not send original artwork - copies only. Keep your eyes open for announcements of possible workshops on how to photograph your artwork.
• All materials for submission must fit into an envelope no larger than 10" x 13".
• Your materials must also fit into the self-addressed, stamped, return envelope.
• No handwritten statements will be accepted (except the fill-ins above).
• The quality of your application materials influences your chances of being considered for a show. Please keep this in mind as you prepare your application.
• If you are accepted to exhibit in the Burnett Gallery, you will be provided more detailed information and assigned a contact person to guide your preparations.

FINALLY:

Submit the application materials requested above (in person or by mail) to the Burnett Gallery Committee's mailbox in the Jones Library Office. The address is 43 Amity St., Amherst MA, 01002. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.

Artists will be notified of the jury's decision by December 31, 2007.

Again, do not hesitate to ask questions. They should be directed to the chair of the Burnett Gallery Committee (not the Jones Library office staff).

Please read & sign theTerms of Exhibiting