23rd Annual Outdoor Art Show August 28th & 29th, 2010

You are cordially invited to participate in the 23rd Annual Outdoor Art Show, sponsored by the Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce. The show will be held on W. Montauk Hwy. on the Green across from the H.B. Fire Dept.

Advertising coverage will consist of the New York Times Travel & Tourism Section, the LICVB & Hampton Visitor's Council Schedules of Events, and the Hampton Bays Annual Brochure of Events. Press releases to all local and regional newspapers, flyers, posters, & street banner.

Conditions

1. Original Fine Art: Oils; Acrylics; Watercolors; Prints; Mixed Media; Sculpture & Photographic Works are the ONLY acceptable creations. NO KITS, NO DEALERS. One (1) photograph of your display and three (3) photos of your artwork must accompany your application. Please include your name, address and phone number on each photo, and a SASE. These photos will be kept on file and will not be returned until the day of the show. You must have a tent & NYS Resale ID #.

2. Pre-Registration ONLY. If you decide to show work other than the works in your accepted photos and it doesn't meet the judging standards, you will be asked to remove the unacceptable work or leave without a refund!!!

3. DATES: Saturday & Sunday August 28th & 29th, 2010 (RAIN OR SHINE).

4. SHOW HOURS: Sat & Sun 10:00AM to 5:00 PM NO EARLY BREAKDOWNS. ALL Artists must remain until the close of show.

5. Registration Fees are for a 10'X10' space for $110 for both days. This is a two-day event. ONLY ONE ARTISAN per booth.

6. DEADLINE: July 1st, 2010 for registration. LIMITED space---Apply by January 15th, 2010 for $95 fee. All applications after Jan. 15th, 2010 will be $110 for the two (2) days. No refunds for cancellations after July 1st, 2010.

7. RAIN OR SHINE; Artists are to supply their own display; tables; tents (with tie-downs for windy weather); rain & sun protection advisable.

8. Set up begins at 7AM. Each artist is responsible for his/her own display. Artists must be set up by 9 AM. A security Guard will be posted for overnight, so you do not have to take down your tent. It is advised that you leave only displays, but remove artwork for the overnight.

9. Bathroom facilities will be available both days on the festival site.

10. Notification of Acceptance: Confirmation postcard or e-mail will include your numbered, reserved space.

11. Questions: Please feel free to call Chamber office at 631-728-2211.

Make checks payable to the Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce. Enclose Registration Fee and this form and required photos. Mail to Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce, 140 West Main St., Suite #1, Hampton Bays, NY 11946, ATTENTION: 2010 Art Show

ALL DECISIONS OF THE SHOW COMMITTEE ARE FINAL

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HB Chamber of Commerce Outdoor Art Show August 28th & 29th, 2010

Please return this form or a photocopy with fee for a 10'X10' space as soon as possible.

Name_____________________________________Address_______________________________________

City______________________________________State______________________Zip_________________

E-Mail____________________________________Website_______________________________________

Medium___________________________________________________Amount Enclosed________________

I will not hold the Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce liable for any loss or damage to works or self. You MUST sign this application. This contract is binding you to adhere to the rules and to stay the full day from opening until closing.

Signature______________________________________________________Dated___________________Phone # ( )________________________

Mail to: HB Chamber of Commerce, 140 W. Main St. , Hampton Bays, NY 11946

****Don't forget to include your photos, with your name & phone # on the back. Indicate top & bottom.

****If your style of medium has changed, please include photos of your new work.

Please indicate if this is your 1st year applying____Yes____No, or if you have been with us before. If not the first time, list the years___________

Do you wish the same spot as last time____Yes____No. If yes, what was the spot #_________last year in 2009. We will do the best to accommodate your request, however, decisions of the committee are final and a request does not constitute a guarantee that you sill be assigned the same spot. How did you hear about this show?__________________________________________________.

10/19/09 (revised date)

Hampton Bays Chamber of Commerce
140 W. Main Street
Hampton Bays, NY 11946
631-728-2211
www.hamptonbayschamber.com