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Calling all artists for
West Lancashire Open Exhibition 2008
Do you have a flair for the arts?
Then why not apply to take part in the prestigious West Lancashire
Open Exhibition.
This year’s event will once again
take place at the popular Chapel Gallery in Ormskirk and runs from
19 July to 10 September 2008.
Now in its seventh year, the
high-profile exhibition is aimed at talented amateurs, students and
professional artists who would like the opportunity to show their
artwork to the public.
Application forms are now available
from the Gallery to give ambitious creative people the chance to
enter their works for possible inclusion in the exhibition.
Councillor Geoff Hammond, Portfolio
Holder for Community Services, said: "The Open Exhibition is a
hugely popular event with artists from all over the UK entering
work. Around 400 pieces were entered last year because people
appreciate the opportunity to showcase their works in the
attractive surroundings of the Gallery during the biggest
exhibition of the year.
"I would urge anyone pursuing a
career in art or those who have an interest in the subject to pick
up an application form for the chance to exhibit their work. I’m
sure that the end result will be a compelling showcase that
supports established working artists and aids those hoping to
develop a career, while offering encouragement to those who have an
interest in art."
Anybody is welcome to enter their
artwork and pieces ranging from painting, printmaking and
photography to sculpture and textiles. All media are
considered.
To enter the Open Exhibition
applicants must be over 16 years of age and can submit two original
pieces of artwork to be viewed by the selection panel.
The prizes are for 1st prize, £800,
2nd is £400 and third £200, with commendations also awarded. The
other category is the Peoples Prize, where residents who visit the
Gallery are invited to vote for their favourite works. The winner
is then given the opportunity of exhibiting at the Gallery and is
awarded a £150 exhibition fee.
The dates for submitting work are Friday 4 July and Saturday 5
July from between 10.00am and 4.00pm.
For an application form, please contact the Chapel Gallery on
01695 571328. Alternatively, pop into the Gallery, St Helens Road,
which is open from 10am to 4.30pm, Tuesday to Saturday. For further
information you can also visit our gallery pages or the gallery's own
website www.chapelgallery.org.uk
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