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Gallery Schedule for March 2010 - December 2010 (opens to a new window)
The Crossroads Art Center Featured Artist Exhibition Spaces and Programming Policy

January 15th - March 19th

Indoor Artwalk & Open House - Friday, January 15th, 6:00 PM-9:00 PM Admittance to the Art Center is FREE! Guests will have time to view all of the featured art while enjoying a drink from the cash bar and food from Sticks Kebob Shop and The Melting Pot , a fondue restaurant. Come enjoy a night of art and fellowship Friday at the Crossroads Art Center Indoor Art Walk and Open House. Live music is by Quiet Step Ensemble.

Featured artists will be Andy Shield, Sally Lawson, and Carolyn Gabb ….as well as artists participating in Tuckahoe Artists Association Show and Susan Stuller’s Student Show. Of course we will also have local artists participating in January’s “All Media Show” and the Crossroads “Members Only” Show.

Show Dates: January 15th - March 19th

Henrico CASA will benefit from proceeds at the bar that night. We will also be hosting the 4th Annual Silent Auction to benefit Henrico Casa. 100% of auction benefits will support the CASA advocacy program for abused and neglected children.

Rhoda MacCallum Gallery
All Media Show

1st Place Lois Shipley "Finding Beauty Where You Can"

2nd Place David Everette "James River Fishing"

3rd Place Charlotte Tinnell "Pears"

Side Car Gallery – Susan M. Stuller NWS
Adult Student Show

Flower Painting by Student Lori Wilson

Studio One – Andy Shield

Andy Shield’s “Ballerina on Lake"

Caboose Gallery – Sally Lawson
Show Entitled: “A Time and a Place"

Gallery I – TUCKAHOE ARTISTS ASSOCIATION (TAA)

Painting by Sallie Thalhimer, Member of TAA
"Shenandoah Valley Sunrise"

Featured Artist Wall - Carolyn Gabb
Show entitled: "DIMENSIONALITY IN CLAY"

Crossroads Art Center Galleries

The Crossroads Gallery is showcasing an exciting schedule of art shows and events open to local, regional and nationally recognized artists. Our artists can expect a high standard of professional representation for their work at the Crossroads Gallery. Our clientele can also expect to be treated with gracious courtesy and respect for their particular tastes. All Media Gallery Shows are held every other month and are juried art shows where all medium types are accepted.

The Crossroads Art Center Exhibition Programming Policy

The Crossroads Art Center is dedicated in presenting quality artwork, and the conceptual integrity of exhibition proposals (as well as the particular scope or focus of CAC's exhibit schedule for that year) are the primary deciding factors in determining which artists are selected for exhibition. Submissions should be sent to Exhibitions Director, Jenni Kirby; Crossroads Art Center, 2016 Staples Mill Rd, Richmond, VA 23230 Fax 804-278-8951
The following types of exhibition opportunities are offered by CAC:

1) “ALL MEDIA” Shows selected by Jurors:
Monthly “All Media Show” exhibitions are juried by arts professionals such as museum curators, arts organization curators, art consultants, art critics, independent curators, art historians and accomplished artists. All mid-Atlantic artists are invited to submit their works to CAC through a Call for Entries procedure. The number of artists selected depends upon the juror's decision. Cash prizes are awarded. Anyone who wishes to receive a prospectus for upcoming juried shows may send his or her address to CAC at the above address or via email: Jenni’s email address: jennikirby@crossroadsartcenter.com.

2) Exhibitions Organized by Curators
See below.

3) Solo and Group exhibitions initiated by CAC Exhibitions Director
CAC’s Exhibitions Director curates solo or thematic group exhibitions each month. These exhibitions result from introduction to artist's work through slide submissions, studio visits; research in slide registries; visits to other galleries and arts organizations; attending lectures, panels, and special events; visiting university art departments; peer recommendations from other artists and curators; readings and other sources of inspiration.

Slide Submissions by Artists seeking Solo Exhibitions
CAC encourages artists to submit slides and other visual materials of recent work for consideration in solo exhibition programming. Submissions should include one or more sheets of recent slides, an artist resume, artist statement, any catalogs or press coverage, and a self-addressed stamped envelope (S.A.S.E.) with protective cardboard and sufficient postage to cover slide return.

Reviews of materials are now done throughout the year. CAC's Director of Exhibitions reviews the submissions and will respond to the artist through a letter or telephone call. This may require some waiting period as the annual programming is developed over a year in advance with an agenda for balance, range and inclusivity. Artists are welcome to check in on the decision making progress. Apologies for this lag time are herein offered.

**Artwork must be for sale or an additional $200 fee for exhibition only will be applied.

Submitted Proposals of Thematic Group Exhibitions
Curators may submit proposals of thematic group exhibitions that explore an idea in depth. CAC recommends that one individual serve as the project organizer (curator / artist / writer). This individual should not be one of the proposed exhibiting artists. Artistic quality, depth of research, budget feasibility, attention to administrative detail, and overall professionalism of the proposal are deciding factors in selecting exhibitions. Submissions should include: an exhibition goal statement; a list of artists with their resumes and current slides or videos; experience of project organizer (resume), budget, outline of project needs, and a self-addressed stamped envelope with protective cardboard and sufficient postage to cover return of submission.

CAC’s Director of Exhibitions will review thematic curatorial submissions and respond through a letter or telephone call. Consideration of submissions is ongoing. Again, applicants should be aware that the exhibition schedule is being developed almost two years in advance.

**Artwork must be for sale or an additional $200 fee for exhibition only will be applied.

Traveling or Shared Exhibitions
CAC also presents traveling or shared exhibitions of art that are organized by other institutions. An example is the Paper Cutters Guild of North America, in its traveling schedule; the guild was able to host a show in Gallery I. Other collaborations include co-organized exhibitions with other institutions and artist residencies in the schools or community.

RHODA MACCALLUM GALLERY

Usually this gallery houses the “All Media Show” which a Call For Entries is held for the second weekend of the month. The show will feature various local artists in all types of Media. Please see “Call for Entries” for dates to submit work. Gallery is 31’ x 36’ irregular shape, noncontiguous walls, lighting though out, partial hanging system, with a wall height of 10’. Click to see a diagram of the gallery. The gallery may be rented for a featured artist show for $1500.

SIDE CAR GALLERY

Gallery is composed of 3 walls all 21’ wide and 10’ tall, lighting through out, and a hanging system. Click to see a diagram of the gallery

CABOOSE GALLERY

Gallery is 21’ x 11’ 6” contiguous walls, lighting though out, no hanging system, with a height of 8’. Click to see a diagram of the gallery

GALLERY I

Gallery is 22’ x 26’ contiguous walls, lighting though out, no hanging system, with a height of 7’. Click to see a diagram of the gallery

Featured Artist Wall

The Featured Artist Space is an 8-foot wall beside the receptionist desk.

Exhibition Information 2010

Every Exhibitor will need to:
-    Sign & Return Contract with check to confirm show with in 30 days of receipt of contract
-    3 months before show email Show Title, 3-4 digital images (or send a CD) and your artist statement and/ or biography to CoOwner, Jenni Kirby (jkirby6@aol.com). These will be used to create press releases and postcards.
-    Coordinate delivery, hanging and removal dates with Gallery Manager (show must be hung by Thursday prior to opening night)

GALLERY SPACES - Exhibition Packages
Side Car Gallery, Caboose Gallery, Gallery 1
Basic Package - $200 Handling & Promotional Fee & 40% Commission
Deluxe Package – $400 Handling & Promotional Fee & 20% Commission
What do you get?
Handling Fee
-    Gallery Lighting, Space and Wall Prep, Use of Facility, Art Hung for you if needed Promotional Fee
-    Recognition on all Press Releases for month
-    Recognition on website for month
-    Included in Monthly Newsletter with distribution of 5000
-    Art featured on front of Monthly postcard, which is snail mailed to 1000 patrons,
and an extra 1000 that are distributed to other art places in the area. You will also receive 100 postcards for your use.

FEATURED ARTIST WALL - Exhibition Package
FEATURED ARTIST WALL ONLY – Beside Reception Wall
$200 Handling & Promotional Fee & 20% Commission
What do you get?
Handling Fee
-    Gallery Lighting, Space and Wall Prep, Use of Facility, Art Hung for you if needed Promotional Fee
-    Recognition on all Press Releases for month
-    Recognition on website for month
-    Included in Monthly Newsletter with distribution of 5000
-    Art featured on front of Monthly postcard, which is snail mailed to 1000 patrons,
and an extra 1000 that are distributed to other art places in the area. You will also receive 100 postcards for your use.
Featured Artist Wall - $200 fee and 20% Commission

Studio 1 - Exhibition Package
First Studio that you see as you walk in art center.
$625 for Two Months – This show hangings at the first of the month for 2 months. Handling & Promotional Fee & 15% Commission
What do you get?
Handling Fee
-    Gallery Lighting, Space and Wall Prep, Use of Facility, Art Hung for you if needed Promotional Fee
-    Recognition on all Press Releases for month
-    Recognition on website for month
-    Included in Monthly Newsletter with distribution of 5000
-    Art featured on front of Monthly postcard, which is snail mailed to 1000 patrons,
and an extra 1000 that are distributed to other art places in the area. You will also receive 100 postcards for your use.

A Few Suggestions:
Shamelessly self-promotion!
-Tell your friends and family about the show and opening. Phone them, email them, write them, and shout it from the rooftops.
-Create your own poster and/or brochure to distribute at your favorite hangouts (coffee shops, etc.)
Remember: More people viewing your work = greater sales potential!

The more marketing you do, the more successful your show will be!