Thank you for your interest in PAINT THE TOWN 2012 Cranford's Plein-Air Painting Event/Competition and Art Sale. This event will run from June 5th thru 10th. A summer get-away town for wealthy New Yorkers at the end of 19th Century, Cranford is characterized by Victorian homes, brick sidewalks, period street lights, historic buildings, a rich variety of parks, and a meandering river. You can readily access many ideal painting locations in or within walking distance of the downtown, with additional painting opportunities located within a short drive.
One day will be designated as an “Expanded Region” day. Transportation will be arranged for artists for one day to Manhattan or the Jersey Shore for a day of painting. Artists will have a 7 mile radius to paint in and around Cranford for the following four days.
Cranford is about 30 minutes southwest of NYC, directly accessible by train, bus, and of course car (conveniently located off the Garden State Parkway, not far from the NJ Turnpike). For those arriving to the region by air, Cranford is just a fifteen minute drive from Newark Liberty International Airport.
Prospectus for Paint the Town Plein Air Competition 2012
March 9th
Submission Requirements for Juried Entries
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Only digital images can be accepted and must be submitted by e-mail or on CD.
(No slides please.)
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Artists are required to submit 3 images of plein air paintings completed within
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Each submission must include artist's name, title of work, and medium.
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Must be at least 18 years of age to enter.
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Submission fee is $35.00, nonrefundable.
$1,500.00 First $300.00 First
$1000.00 Second $150.00 Second
$500.00 Third $75.00 Third
Honorable Mention
“Competition Artists” Choice Award
People's Choice Award
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Three plein air paintings are required to be completed during competition and submitted for judging.
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All submitted paintings must be framed and ready to hang.
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All paintings judged in the competition must be done on location during the competition. No photography may be used in the process.
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No sales can be conducted at artist easels during the entire six day event and all sales will be handled through a JCAS representative. Note: if someone approches you to purchase your work please let us know and we'll find a way to handle the transaction on the spot so you don't lose that sale.
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JCAS will collect a 30% commission on all work sold during this event.
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Artists' commissions for sold paintings will be paid within 30 days of event.
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Cash prizes will be awarded for competition winners.
Tuesday, June 5th
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Welcoming registration 3:00 to 6:00PM Cranford Community Center. 220 Walnut Ave, Cranford
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Canvases stamped.
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Three previously completed plein air paintings may be submitted at registration (framed and ready to hang). These paintings will not be eligible for judging and awards. Do not exceed 24x36 outside dimension framed. Works will be hung and available for sale during Sale Event.
Wednesday, June 6th thru Friday June 8th
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One day will be designated as an “Expanded Region” day. Artists may either visit Manhattan or the Jersey Shore. The other day's artists will be able to travel within a 7 mile radius of Cranford.
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Paint anywhere within the specified competition area. A map listing suggested locations will be provided.
Afternoon
Quick Draw 1:00 to 5:00PM painting session 1-3:30
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All competition artists are strongly encouraged to participate.
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Paint anywhere within the specified Quick Draw competition area from 1:00 to 3:30PM.
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Sales from 4-5pm
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Presale and Sponsor reception! All artists required to attend this ticketed event (spouse, partner, or friend are welcome).
Sunday June 10th
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1:00 to 5:00PM Public Show in the Event Gallery. All artists required to attend.
NOTES:
1. A more detailed schedule will be provided to artists closer to the event.
2. Guest housing available. Details to follow.
CD's of artwork can be mailed along with a check for $35.00 to:
JCAS
221 Orchard Street
Cranford, NJ 07016
JCAS is pleased to announce Joseph McGurl as our entries and awards judge for Paint the Town 2012. We feel that his expertise as a painter gives him a unique perspective as a judge for your entries and your competition paintings.
