Assumption College, Emmanuel d'Alzon Library

Call for Artist Submissions

The Emmanuel d’Alzon Library of Assumption College is looking for artists to exhibit their work in the D’Alzon Arts Series. D’Alzon Arts exhibitions feature local or regional artists by displaying their works in the Library’s reference area. Artists may submit an exhibition proposal, as outlined below, to the Library for consideration. Both solo and group exhibitions will be considered. Contact:

Dawn Thistle, D.A.
Director of Library Services
Emmanuel d’Alzon Library
Assumption College
500 Salisbury Street
Worcester, MA 01609
Telephone: 508-767-7272
E-mail: dthistle@assumption.edu

About the D’Alzon Arts Series

Since the fall of 2000, the Library has presented the D'Alzon Arts Series. Each academic year there are monthly poetry readings and several art exhibitions, all free and open to the public. Conceived as a complement to the Assumption College HumanArts Series, which features concerts, readings and lectures by nationally and internationally renowned musicians and authors, the D'Alzon Arts Series celebrates the work of local or regional artists and poets, often featuring Assumption students and faculty.

Recently featured artists have included Nancy Flanagan, Arnie Edinburg, Barry Hanshaw, Judith Ferrara, John Gaumond, Lora Brueck, Elizabeth Meyersohn and Sara Frankel. Poets have included David Thoreen, John Hodgen, Jonathan Blake, Gertrude Halstead, Jim Beschta, Robert Cording and Gray Jacobik.

Check the Library's website for the current schedule: http://www.assumption.edu/dept/Library/events/dalzonartssched.html

Exhibition Proposal

Artists wishing to exhibit their work at the d’Alzon Library should submit the following information to the contact address listed above. E-mail submission is preferred.

Artist Resume: A current artist resume is required for each artist participating. This should include contact information, art education, solo and group exhibitions, awards and grants and any other relevant information.

Artist Statement/Exhibition Description: This statement should describe the theme of the show, the type of work (style, media, technique), any theoretical or historical background as well as the specific works to be included in the exhibition.

Slides or Photos: Artists should include several slides, photos or images of recent work for consideration. If it is not possible to e-mail or send slides or photos, artists may send a URL for a web site (dthistle@assumption.edu) or arrange to bring representative work to the College for consideration. Contact Dawn Thistle (508-767-7272) to arrange an appointment.

Exhibitions

Art Work: Any visual art will be considered (drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, sculpture, mixed media, and multi-media). All work must be original.

Display Area: The exhibition space consists of approximately 1000 square feet. Framed work will be hung from our hanging rod system. There are 38 rods available for use. We will work with sculptors to acquire pedestals necessary for display. Free standing sculpture and mixed media work will also be considered. Multi-media may be projected dependent on a pre-determined schedule.

Framing: All 2-dimensional work displayed must be framed, or otherwise able to be hung from the hanging rods. (Exceptions may be made in special circumstances.)

Commission: Assumption College will expect a 10% commission from all sold works. Sold works must remain in the exhibit for its duration. Sales transactions will the responsibility of the artist.

Opening reception/Gallery Talks: The Emmanuel d’Alzon Library will host an opening reception at a time most appropriate for the Assumption College academic community. A brief Gallery Talk is expected of all artists in order to promote the arts as part of a liberal arts education.

Public relations: The Emmanuel d’Alzon Library and Assumption College will promote D’Alzon Arts exhibitions via Worcester-area media outlets. The Library will produce or order exhibition postcards, dependent on availability of funds.

Duration of the Exhibition: Each exhibition lasts for approximately six weeks. The Library reserves the right to determine exhibition length.

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