Application
Who Should Apply?
How to Apply
Schedule
Jury Process
Acceptance
Background
Exhibition Layout
Silent Auction
Publicity
Artist Attendance
Application
The application period for the 2010 Buckman Art Show & Sell has ended.
If you are an artist participating in the 2010 show, please click here to download and print instructions for applying and other essential information for artists about the Buckman Art Show & Sell.
Please print this document for your reference.
The application period for the 2010 Buckman Art Show & Sell has ended.
If you are an artist participating in the 2010 show, please click here to download and print instructions for applying and other essential information for artists about the Buckman Art Show & Sell.
Please print this document for your reference.
Who Should Apply?
We are looking for original artwork in a broad range of media—from painting to puppetry, ceramics to glass, jewelry to handbags, knitwear to mixed media. Established and emerging artists are highly encouraged to apply. This is a great place to show new work, or sell older work. Artwork must be produced by the artist applying to the sale.
We are looking for original artwork in a broad range of media—from painting to puppetry, ceramics to glass, jewelry to handbags, knitwear to mixed media. Established and emerging artists are highly encouraged to apply. This is a great place to show new work, or sell older work. Artwork must be produced by the artist applying to the sale.
How to Apply
The application period for the 2010 Buckman Art Show & Sell has ended. Please watch this space in the fall of 2010 for application instructions for the 2011 show.
The application period for the 2010 Buckman Art Show & Sell has ended. Please watch this space in the fall of 2010 for application instructions for the 2011 show.
Schedule
December 2, 4:30pm
Complete applications (printed or electronic versions) and application fees must be received at Buckman Elementary School by 4:30 pm.
December 12
Jury meets. Note: Jury will be postponed one week in the event of inclement weather.
December 18
Notification of acceptance will be mailed or emailed to artists. Photos of artwork by artists not accepted in the show are returned via SASE
January 5
Accepted artists must have reconfirmed their intent to participate via email or phone
February 9
Printed marketing materials (posters, postcards, handbills) available for pickup by artists at the Buckman Elementary School office (320 SE 16th Ave., Portland)
February 9
Packets containing space assignments, price tags, nametags, marketing materials (postcards and handbills) and tickets mailed to accepted artists
March 11 & 12
Artists deliver accepted artwork to Buckman Elementary School. The school will be open Thursday evening, March 11, from 6:30 to 9pm, and Friday morning, March 12, from 8 to 11am for setup. Layout assignments will be included in artist packets (see above)
March 12 & 13
Buckman Art Show & Sell
Friday, March 12 — 5–9 pm
($5 admission for public; children 4 and under are free; artist and one guest are free)
Saturday, March 13 — 10am – 5pm
($2 suggested donation; children 4 and under are free)
Friday, March 12 — 5–9 pm
($5 admission for public; children 4 and under are free; artist and one guest are free)
Saturday, March 13 — 10am – 5pm
($2 suggested donation; children 4 and under are free)
March 13
Show take-down from 5 to 7pm. School building will be locked at the conclusion of take-down
April 2009
Checks mailed to artists no later than 30 days after sale
Jury Process
All entries will be evaluated on the basis of four (4) images of artwork submitted by each artist. Submitted images should be representative of the work intended for sale at the event. The jury includes working artists and arts professionals.
If you are mailing or dropping off your application, please submit each photo in 35mm slide form or on CD (jpg or tif format, 300 dpi or higher). Please note: Artwork submitted digitally, either via electronic application or on CD, is most preferred for publicity purposes.
All entries will be evaluated on the basis of four (4) images of artwork submitted by each artist. Submitted images should be representative of the work intended for sale at the event. The jury includes working artists and arts professionals.
If you are mailing or dropping off your application, please submit each photo in 35mm slide form or on CD (jpg or tif format, 300 dpi or higher). Please note: Artwork submitted digitally, either via electronic application or on CD, is most preferred for publicity purposes.
Acceptance Notification
Artists’ will be contacted by mail or email about their acceptance status by December 18, 2009. (Artists who do not provide email addresses should provide correct phone contact information on their application for follow-up communications.)
Accepted artists must reconfirm their intent to participate by email or phone by January 5, 2010. Applications not accepted will be returned in the SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) provided by artists. SASE must be large enough and carry sufficient postage to accommodate application, photos of artwork, and any other materials submitted with the application. SASEs submitted with insufficient postage or improperly sized envelopes cannot be used.
Artists with unusable SASEs will be contacted and asked to pick up their artwork at the Buckman School office.
Applications remaining in the office after February 1, 2010 will be recycled.
Artists’ will be contacted by mail or email about their acceptance status by December 18, 2009. (Artists who do not provide email addresses should provide correct phone contact information on their application for follow-up communications.)
Accepted artists must reconfirm their intent to participate by email or phone by January 5, 2010. Applications not accepted will be returned in the SASE (self-addressed stamped envelope) provided by artists. SASE must be large enough and carry sufficient postage to accommodate application, photos of artwork, and any other materials submitted with the application. SASEs submitted with insufficient postage or improperly sized envelopes cannot be used.
Artists with unusable SASEs will be contacted and asked to pick up their artwork at the Buckman School office.
Applications remaining in the office after February 1, 2010 will be recycled.
Background
The Buckman Art Show & Sell showcases Portland’s vibrant and talented art community while raising much-needed funds for the city’s premier public elementary school with an arts-centered curriculum. Initiated by a team of dedicated parents and artists in 1991, this beloved community-wide event invites professional local artists to show their work in an energetic and family-oriented atmosphere. Opening night festivities kick off a weekend filled with artwork and performances by Buckman Elementary School Arts Focus students and artists from throughout the Portland area.
Approximately 120 established and emerging artists and craftspersons presenting a range of media and styles will be selected for the 20th annual Buckman Art Show & Sell. Artists—both professional and Buckman students—receive 70% of their proceeds, with the remaining 30% directly supporting Buckman’s art education programming. Thanks to the outstanding work of local artists and volunteers, last year’s artist sales grossed more than $63,000!
In 1989, Buckman Arts Magnet Elementary School became Portland's only public school with an arts-centered curriculum. Students attending Buckman receive weekly drama, art, music, and dance classes that encourage artistic and academic growth. The Buckman Art Show & Sell provides an exciting opportunity for students to envision and develop their own creative futures.
The Buckman Art Show & Sell showcases Portland’s vibrant and talented art community while raising much-needed funds for the city’s premier public elementary school with an arts-centered curriculum. Initiated by a team of dedicated parents and artists in 1991, this beloved community-wide event invites professional local artists to show their work in an energetic and family-oriented atmosphere. Opening night festivities kick off a weekend filled with artwork and performances by Buckman Elementary School Arts Focus students and artists from throughout the Portland area.
Approximately 120 established and emerging artists and craftspersons presenting a range of media and styles will be selected for the 20th annual Buckman Art Show & Sell. Artists—both professional and Buckman students—receive 70% of their proceeds, with the remaining 30% directly supporting Buckman’s art education programming. Thanks to the outstanding work of local artists and volunteers, last year’s artist sales grossed more than $63,000!
In 1989, Buckman Arts Magnet Elementary School became Portland's only public school with an arts-centered curriculum. Students attending Buckman receive weekly drama, art, music, and dance classes that encourage artistic and academic growth. The Buckman Art Show & Sell provides an exciting opportunity for students to envision and develop their own creative futures.
Exhibition Layout
All artwork is presented in an informal gallery-style arrangement in the Buckman cafeteria and gym. Accepted artists will be assigned a location to best fit the artwork on view. Space assignments will be sent to accepted artists in a packet by February 9, 2010. Limited amounts of additional artwork for re-stocking during the event may be stored under tables or in designated areas in the school.
All artwork is presented in an informal gallery-style arrangement in the Buckman cafeteria and gym. Accepted artists will be assigned a location to best fit the artwork on view. Space assignments will be sent to accepted artists in a packet by February 9, 2010. Limited amounts of additional artwork for re-stocking during the event may be stored under tables or in designated areas in the school.
Donations for Silent Auctions
The Buckman Art Show & Sell includes a lively silent auction on Friday night. If you feel strongly about the necessity of arts education, and you wish to support Buckman’s arts-integrated educational programs, please consider donating a piece to be included in the silent auction! Artists may designate a minimum bid for donated pieces.
Donated artwork sold in the silent auction translates to 100% proceeds for the school, which can be used to preserve and expand the arts programs at Buckman, the city’s premier public arts elementary school, serving children from all economic and ethnic backgrounds from all over Portland.
We are very grateful for any artwork you wish to donate.
The Buckman Art Show & Sell includes a lively silent auction on Friday night. If you feel strongly about the necessity of arts education, and you wish to support Buckman’s arts-integrated educational programs, please consider donating a piece to be included in the silent auction! Artists may designate a minimum bid for donated pieces.
Donated artwork sold in the silent auction translates to 100% proceeds for the school, which can be used to preserve and expand the arts programs at Buckman, the city’s premier public arts elementary school, serving children from all economic and ethnic backgrounds from all over Portland.
We are very grateful for any artwork you wish to donate.
Publicity
The event is promoted through a media campaign, including postcards mailed to over 1,000 art enthusiasts, posters distributed about town, press releases and photos submitted to appropriate print media, PSAs submitted to electronic media, preview displays at the school, retail promotions, and the Buckman Art Show & Sell Web site (which lists all artists participating in the show).
Posters, handbills, postcards, and electronic flyers (e-blasts) will be available for participating artists to distribute to friends, family, clients, and neighborhood retailers. The printed materials will be available in the Buckman office by February 9, 2010, and the electronic flyers will be e-mailed to participating artists for forwarding to their mailing lists.
The event is promoted through a media campaign, including postcards mailed to over 1,000 art enthusiasts, posters distributed about town, press releases and photos submitted to appropriate print media, PSAs submitted to electronic media, preview displays at the school, retail promotions, and the Buckman Art Show & Sell Web site (which lists all artists participating in the show).
Posters, handbills, postcards, and electronic flyers (e-blasts) will be available for participating artists to distribute to friends, family, clients, and neighborhood retailers. The printed materials will be available in the Buckman office by February 9, 2010, and the electronic flyers will be e-mailed to participating artists for forwarding to their mailing lists.
Artist Attendance
Artists are encouraged to attend opening night at Buckman Elementary School.
Admission for artist and one guest is free.
While you are not required to be present, your presence at the event will likely increase your sales. If you cannot attend, please provide business cards, postcards, and/or a mailing list near your artwork so visitors may reach you after the sale.
Artists are encouraged to attend opening night at Buckman Elementary School.
Admission for artist and one guest is free.
While you are not required to be present, your presence at the event will likely increase your sales. If you cannot attend, please provide business cards, postcards, and/or a mailing list near your artwork so visitors may reach you after the sale.