INTERNATIONAL PRINT CENTER NEW YORK
 

NEW PRINTS PROGRAM

 
 

 

 

*CALL FOR ENTRIES *

The Artist’s Commentary: New Prints Summer 2008

Deadline: April 21st


Artists have always played an important role in the ever-changing social climate. The medium of printmaking, originally developed to disseminate images and ideas far and wide, has engendered an especially rich tradition of reactive art. Artists continue to exploit the growing possibilities of printmaking, using it as a vehicle to comment on and react to the world around them.

For New Prints Summer 2008 opening in late June, IPCNY seeks brand new print projects created in response to current world issues. The exhibition will present a wide spectrum of voices in an effort to disclose and examine the manifestations in printmaking during this singular moment in history.

In keeping with our mission to promote the greater appreciation and understanding of the fine art print, IPCNY presents a selection of new prints four times per year. Criteria for selection are:

  • Only original fine art (limited edition and unique) prints are eligible; reproductions of other artwork such as drawings or paintings are not acceptable.
  • Selections will represent a broad diversity of sources, geographical and otherwise.
  • Prints must have been completed within one year of the submission deadline.

THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE. Independent artists, workshops, publishers and dealers are all welcome to submit recently completed print projects

Please follow the guidlines below when preparing your materials:

  • Materials must be received by APRIL 21st
  • NO PHONE CALLS. The IPCNY staff is unable to answer questions over the phone.
  • Send images in digital format on a CD (no DVDs) labeled with the submitter's name. DO NOT SEND ORIGINAL ARTWORK. A maximum of five works per artist is allowed. There is no size limit.
  • IMAGE REQUIREMENTS:
    • Images must clear, professionally presented, and accurately represent the work.
    • Images must be in jpeg format
    • the largest dimension (length or width) should be 1000 pixels.
    • Image resolution must be set at 72 dpi.
    • Name each image as follows: artist's last name_first name_entry number. For example; smith_john_01.jpg, smith_john_02.jpg, etc
  • All submissions must contain an image list, included as a word document on the CD, as well as a hard copy printout. The list should be presented as follows:
    • Title the list document file: artist last_artist first.doc
    • The list must be headed with the name of the submitter and complete contact information: address, phone number and email address. Publishers, please include a new form for each artist and note on each how many artists you have submitted.
    • Each list entry should be numbered corresponding to the number on the digital images. The list should read:
      1. Artist's name (first last)
        Title, date completed
        Medium. Edition size
        Dimensions: Length by Width in inches: Plate size, paper size
        Printer
        Publisher
      2. Artist's name (first last)
        Title, date completed
        Medium. Edition size
        Dimensions: Length by Width in inches: Plate size, paper size
        Printer
        Publisher

Example:

  1. John Smith
    Love Song, 2007
    Lithograph with chine collé. Edition: 25
    Plate: 25" x 25", Paper: 30" x 30"
    Printed by Master Graphics
    Published by the artist
  • DO NOT ENLOSE BINDERS, FOLDERS, OR ANY MATERIALS OTHER THAN CD and image list.
  • Mail to:IPCNY, New Prints Program, 526 West 26th Street, # 824, New York, NY 10001

The Selections Committee, composed of six prominent members of the art community, will be announced in late May. All artists whose work has been selected will be notified by phone and/or email. A list of artists selected will be posted on IPCNY's website. If you have not heard from us by May 20th, please check the list of names on the website.

Artists and publishers whose work has been selected will be responsible for the framing and delivery of work to IPCNY by June 17th. IPCNY will cover the return cost of delivery within reason. Packaging must be provided by the lender for work being shipped outside of New York City.

With this 28th presentation, IPCNY continues its role as an ongoing venue for the rotating display of exciting new prints. We look forward to seeing your recent projects. Thank you.