Call for Artists inspired by the River

Call for Artists who create work related to, or inspired by the Schuylkill River
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The Schuylkill River in Manayunk and East Falls has long attracted artists and craftspeople. The beauty of the river has long been an inspiration. In addition to the many artists’ studios and galleries located in the area, one can often see artists sketching and painting along the River.

Our River communities attract artists because they celebrate the arts and are great places to live and do business. Destination Schuylkill River is exploring new ways to showcase the work of these artists, whether it’s through collaborative exhibitions or showcasing artists on the Destination Schuylkill River website.

Destination Schuylkill River will be holding month long joint exhibitions in Manayunk and East Falls. The exhibitions will feature work created by local artists inspired by or relating to the Schuylkill River. The Manayunk exhibition will take place at the Volo Coffee House and the East Falls exhibition will take place at Java Inc. Find out more about what Manayunk and East Falls are doing to help maintain the health of the River so that we can all continue to enjoy it. www.destinationschuylkillriver.org/ www.eastfalls-pa.com

Contact Annie Scott at ascott@manayunk.org if you'd like to get involved!
ELIGIBILITY:
This exhibition is open to all residents of the City of Philadelphia. Works must be original and can be derived from any medium. Source material must be original and not derived by copyrighted images. Entries are limited to a maximum of 2 per artist, of which only one may be chosen for the exhibition do to the limitations of the exhibition space.

SPECIFICATIONS:
All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under plexiglass. Glass is acceptable for pastels or for work under 14 inches in any direction. Frames and mats must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition.
Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Saw tooth hangers are acceptable for works 14” x 14” or under. Hanging works may not exceed 30 lbs. per unit, and are limited to
50” including frame, in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 50 lbs or 50” in any direction. Work should be delivered to the Manayunk Development Corporation/Schuylkill Project offices at 4312 Main Street, Phila., PA 19127 by 5:00pm on April 22, 2011.