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1. Origin of Work

   1. All artwork must be original in design and personal execution within the past 2 years.

   2. Prints must be original and hand-pulled.

   3. Digital Prints must be professionally printed on acid free archival paper, signed, and framed.

   4. All pieces must be unpublished commercially. This does not prohibit artists from sharing images of their pieces on their personal social media accounts.
       

2. Theme & Color

   1. The theme of this show will be " Fort Ritchie" and what that means to you. This is a subject that is up to a lot of interpretation. Here are some prompts that may get you in the mood: What did it look like to walk the streets of Fort Ritchie during WWII? What would the fort look like if it was designed by a french gothic architect? How would it feel to see the gardens that were in front of lakeside hall? Abstract, explore, express.
      
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   2. Any on site research regarding property outside what is publicly accessible must be cleared through the Ritchie History Museum. The subject matter is not limited to buildings: however, due to safety concerns we will not condone, nor tolerate any unauthorized access to the buildings on Fort Ritchie. Inaccessible locations may be researched through the museum.
       

   3. We are looking for mostly 2D works using any medium you prefer.
       

   4. Imagery to avoid include specific religious symbols, symbols or imagery strongly or uniquely associated with one particular faith, and endorsements of businesses (e.g., prominent display of a business name).
      If used, the symbols and imagery must be within historic context and not the primary subject of the work.
       

3. Media, Size and Orientation

   1. All two-dimensional works in any non-digital media (paintings, drawings, hand-pulled prints, etchings, and collage) are acceptable.

   2. Digital Submissions must be professionally printed on high quality paper and framed.

   3. Three-Dimensional Works in any non digital media are acceptable

   4. The piece must not exceed 3 cubic feet
       

4. Entry Submission

   1. All accepted work must be DRY and finished at time of delivery.

      • Accepted work may be refused because it is wet. Unexpectedly wet paintings can be damaged during handling. Allow sufficient drying time for oil paints before the submission deadline.
         

   2. All accepted work must be framed and WIRED  to a professional standard, delivered ready to hang. Wire should be affixed to the frame using D-ring or strap hangers in one smooth line. Please make sure that the picture hanging wire used is an appropriate strength for the weight of your work. Framed work should be secured using offset clips and screws (works on canvas) or using points (flat works with backing board). ABSOLUTELY NO TAPE, DUCT TAPE, MASKING TAPE, OR OTHER UNSTABLE METHODS FOR SECURING WORK TO ITS FRAME.

      • Accepted work may be refused because of framing.

      • Unframed accepted work may be presented with finished, painted, gallery-wrapped edges, and wired for hanging.

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   3. Label each work on the back in the top right-hand corner with the following information:

      • Artist name

      • Title

      • Medium

      • Sale price or not for sale (NFS) indication with insurance value

      • Preferred phone number

      • Email address
         

5. Artwork Drop-off and Pickup

   1. Accepted artwork must be dropped off within the specified time as stated above, no exceptions.

   2. Pickup must occur during the Nisei Gallery's hours of operation within 2 weeks after the conclusion of the exhibition.

   3. Out of state work must be sent at the cost of the artist with a return label attached.

   4. Due to limited space, any work not picked up within 2 weeks after exhibition end will be donated to the Ritchie History Museum's Silent Auction with all proceeds going to the museum unless otherwise stated in the signed and submitted contract.

   5. The Nisei Gallery will not be held responsible for any damages to artwork that may incur during the shipping process and implore any shipments to be insured at the cost of the artist. 

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