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3rd National Louisiana Biennial

Multi-Media Juried Exhibition

Louisiana Tech University School of Design   /   Deadline: 12/08/14

Louisiana Tech University (LA Tech) is now accepting submissions for its 3rd National Louisiana Biennial. This is a multi-media exhibition. 2D, 3D, and video pieces exploring any theme are eligible to apply. Juror is Naima Keith, Assistant Curator of the Studio Museum in Harlem, NY.

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About Louisiana Tech University :

LA Tech offers a professional Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Communication Design, and Studio Art (Ceramics, Photography, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture), as well as a minor in Art History. We also have a graduate program in each of these areas, offering the terminal 60-hour Master of Fine Arts degree. The School of Art has been fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design since 1980.

The School of Art at Louisiana Tech University has two gallery spaces available to artists working in all media, including painting, printmaking, photography, digital, sculpture, ceramics, fiber, video, and installation works. Exhibiting artists are often invited to participate in our visiting lecturer program.

The mission of the galleries at The School of Art at Louisiana Tech University is to contribute to student and community learning through exposure to the work and philosophy of nationally recognized contemporary artists working in the visual arts.

For more info on our galleries, please visit www.design.latech.edu/
Visit http://artlatech.slideroom.com to submit.

Fees

$30 for up to 3 images, $35 for up to 5 images

Eligibility

- All entries must be created by the artist(s) submitting the work within the past 5 years. Artists must be 18 years of age or older.
- Monetary values for each work must be given for insurance purposes. Louisiana Tech University does not handle art sales. Any inquiries will be forwarded to the artist.
- Media is open, but work must be ready to exhibit. Artist is responsible for providing installation hardware (wall ready, wire, cleats, etc). Unusual hanging or installation methods must be approved. Video works need to be high quality DVD.
- Work should not exceed 60" in width or 84" in height (including frame).
- 2d work must not exceed 50lbs and 3d works must not exceed 100 lbs.
- Accepted artists must sign an Exhibition Contract.
- LA Tech reserves the right to reproduce submitted images for all media and publicity purposes.
- LA Tech reserves the right to reject work that differs from submitted images/videos.

Requirements

- No more than 5 entries are allowed.
- A non-refundable submission fee of $30 for up to 3 entries or $35 for 5 entries is required. Submission fees must be paid online at the time of entry.
- There will be two submission areas at artlatech.slideroom.com, allowing individuals to choose between submitting 3 or 5 images. Choose the submission that reflects the number of entries you wish to submit; artists cannot submit to both.
- Online entry must be complete to be accepted. Submission via http://artlatech.slideroom.com will serve as artist's signature and agreement to all terms and conditions. Accepted artists will also receive an exhibition agreement at a later date.
- Application materials must be received via http://artlatech.slideroom.com no later than 11.59 pm on Monday December 8, 2014
- Communication regarding acceptance will be done via email. Please do not call to inquire about submissions.

Delivery:
Artists are responsible for shipping both ways. Work must be packed in sturdy, reusable boxes with proper protection (at least 1 inch of proper packing material between box and artwork). Return shipping must be prepaid and enclosed with artwork or sent to the gallery at least 1 week prior to the closing of the exhibition. Do not use packing peanuts. Louisiana Tech University is not responsible for any damage incurred in transit. Shipping insurance is encouraged.

Awards

Best in Show - $500 + a solo exhibition at LA Tech in 2015/16
Juror's Choice - $300
2 Honorable Mentions - $100 each

Considerations

Exhibition Dates: January 20, 2015 - February 24, 2015
Submission Deadline: December 8, 2014
Acceptance notice: December 15, 2014
Deadline for drop-off/receipt of accepted works: January 12 - 13, 2015
Opening Reception and Juror Talk: January 20, 2015
Exhibition Closes: February 24, 2015
Pick-up and return shipping: February 26 - 27, 2015

Evaluation Criteria

Visit http://artlatech.slideroom.com to submit.
Visit http://slideroom.zendesk.com for online image/video prep help.

Suggested image settings for best possible quality and ease of viewing for juror:
- .jpg file format
- sRGB color profile
- 1024 x 768 pixels for image files
- 640 pixels on longest edge for video files
- 72 ppi resolution
- image submissions should not be larger than 5 mb per file
- video submissions should be .mov or .wmv file format not exceeding 5 minutes and no larger than 60 mb per file

Contact Information

Nicole Duet
La Tech U School of Design #1 Mayfield Ave
Ruston, LA 71272

P: 318.257.3681
W: https://design.latech.edu/galleries/
E: nduet@latech.edu