FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Where can I download a submission form?
DOWNLOAD SUBMISSION FORM HERE.

What's the submission deadline?
March 31, 2008 6:00 p.m.

Where will Allotropy take place (specific location)?
T-Square Building in Fountain Square 1315 S. Shelby St.
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How long the is the event (duration)?
Friday, May 9th from 5-11pm and Saturday, May 10th from 5-11pm. Two days only.

How long will the work be displayed?
Just the two days of the event.

I'm still working on the pieces I'd like to show in Allotropy 2008. Do the images I submits for jury selection need to be the exact images that are shown in Allotropy?
No, the images that an artist submits for jury selection do not need to be the pieces that will be shown in Allotropy 2008. They do need to be representational in type and style of the work you will display in Allotropy. So please don't submit images of paintings when you will be showing sculpture.

Is there a limit on the size of files we can submit? (like 1mb or lower?) High resolution images are preferred. 300 dpi JPEGs if possilbe. We'd also accept PDFs, or TIFFs. Please let us know if you have trouble providing any of these common formats.

In regards to the CD of slide-quality images: what format
should they be in?
JPEGs or PDFs or TIFF files would all be fine.

How would the name, title, size and media be included with each image?
We recommend simply naming the images with the title of the piece, but it that's too long of a title, simply number the images (1-10). Then on a separate text document included on the cd/dvd, create a master list, with your name, the title of each piece (plus, size, media, and date). Make sure that the master list makes it obvious which piece is what. if we can't determine which image is which - it may effect your chances of getting into the show.

If you need further clarification or have additional questions please email:
info@primarycolours.org

What do you mean "concise" artist statement?
Please include in your submission packet an artist statement (500 words or less) that describes your work and process of creating it. This is an important component of your submission. Please don't under estimate its value.

If I am selected into Allotropy 2008, what are the specific artist obligations?
Three important obligations for artist to know about participating in Allotropy 2008.

First is a show fee of $40 which is due before any work is hung for Allotropy. Primary Colours is a volunteer run not-for-profit organization. We do not take any money on the sale of artists' work. The artists' show fee will help Primary Colours offset some of the cost promotional costs.

The second obligation is just 4 hours of time. Primary Colours asks that all artists contribute 4 hours of time toward making Allotropy the best event it can be. Each artist is required to commit just 4 hours toward that goal. This can be done any number of ways, for example you may distribute flyers or poster around the city, or you could help clean-up the space before or after the event. When an artist receives an acceptance letter to Allotropy 2008, we will follow-up with a phone call or email where we'll discuss the available options. We are open to suggestion from artists as to how they can help better the event with their time, as long as its mutually agreed upon.

Third, all participating artists must attend Allotropy 2008 from beginning to end. Allotropy is a great opportunity for artist to sell their work and meet potential buyers. Allotropy inspires a wonderful dialog between supporters and artists. Primary Colours' mission is to foster a dialog, and we do so by creating events that help artist connect to the community.

What is the cost to artist for this event?
$10 submission fee - include with submission packet.
$40 show fee - due when pieces are dropped off.
Participating artists (plus one guest) will get free admission to Allotropy 2008.

Who will hang the work for Allotropy 2008?
Primary Colours will curate and hang the art work for Allotropy 2008. This year's Allotropy will be the nineth installment of what has become a signiture event for Primary Colorus. We have extensive experience curating and hanging quality art exhibitions. Our goal is to present the work in the best light (figuratively and literally). Primary Colours reserves the right to have the final say in what is hung and how. In the end we feel this is a benefit to artist.

Who is the jury for Allotropy 2008?

Mark Ruschman - Owner Ruschman Gallery
Lori Miles - Herron Graduate and active Artist
Brad Bernard - Visiting Artists, Mississippi

What's the deal with the "Best of Show" prize?
A "Best of Show" award will be selected amoung the participating Allotropy artists. The winner will be awarded $500. Additionally, the "Best of Show" prize will include feature on the Juxtapoze website, a one year IDADA membership, and profile on the Primary Colours website/newsletter. The winner will be selected by the Primary Colours board of directors.

What does Allotropy mean?

al·lot·ro·pe n. The phenomenon of an element existing in two or more physical forms. The existence, especially in the solid state, of two or more crystalline or molecular structural forms of an element. Example: carbon occurs in multiple forms such as charcoal, black lead, or as a diamond.

Why is Allotropy different than other shows or exhibitions?

Primary Colours Allotropy is a large-scale juried art event that combines a variety of artistic mediums with musical performances. It's a unique event that showcases some of the best contemporary art the Midwest has to offer.

To understand what Allotropy is, your have to understand what it is not.

It's not an art fair.
It's not a pay-to-play vanity exhibition.
And it's not just a party - though it is a good time!

Allotropy is unique in its focus on high caliber contemporary work. It's typically presented in under-performing real estate venues that benefit from improvements made by participants, as well as the added exposure to leasing prospects. Above all, the art comes first, selected for it's complexity, originality and skill of execution.

Why does Primary Colours do this event?

Its purpose is to create and sustain a thriving environment for the visual arts through unique exhibitions, workshops and special events, including Art vs. Art, The Home for Orphaned Art, Toys, and the Professional Development Series for artists.
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Information Last Updated: March 24, 2008