ConGlomeration Art Show and Print Shop for 2012

Art by Kristin Kest

The ConGlomeration Art Show is an exhibition of science fiction and fantasy art in several media -- particularly illustrations and sculpture -- available free to all attendees of the convention. Our ad hoc gallery is one of the most respected and well attended art shows on the convention circuit, with professional artists from across the country submitting pieces for competition and sale.

FOR PARTICIPATING ARTISTS

We will accept both original art and limited edition prints for the Art Show. Limited edition prints must be editions of 500 or less. Open edition prints and limited edition prints of images other than those in the Art Show may be placed in the Print Shop.

Art by Steve Belledin

Art Show and Print Shop hours

• Friday 4 to 7 p.m.
• Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Art Auction

• Saturday 7 p.m.

In order to enter limited edition prints in the Art Show, original art must also be submitted. (Note: the original art does not have to be the same image as any of the prints.) For each piece of original art submitted, up to three different limited edition prints may be submitted (two pieces original art, up to six limited edition prints, 3 for 9, etc.) Decisions of the Art Show Director as to what constitutes original art will be final.

Sculpture by Scott Webb

Original Art: Work done in acrylics, oils, pen and ink, charcoal, etc. 3D Art; handmade pieces of any material. Hand-painted commercial castings will not be accepted as original art.

Digitally produced artwork submitted to the Art Show must meet the following guidelines and be labeled accordingly: Unique Image--Data Files Erased/Negative Destroyed; Unique Image--Data Files/Negative Archived; Limited Edition Print--Data Files Erased/Negative Destroyed

Prints: Any work using photo-reproduction (e.g. offset printing, etc.); hand-colored reproductions made using some form of photo-reproduction.

Mail-in art is accepted and encouraged. All mail-in art must be received by Monday, April 9, 2012 and must include completed paperwork, mailing labels and sufficient monies to cover any return postage. Send art to:

ConGlomeration Art Show
c/o Kyle Y. Thomas 
7222 Arnoldtown Road 
Louisville, KY 40214

All artwork must be submitted with bid and control sheets. When reserving space, let us know how many bid/control sheets you anticipate needing and they will be supplied. Any pieces in the Art Show receiving three written bids will go to the Art Auction. A 10 percent commission is charged for all Art Show sales over $20. There is no commission charged for Print Shop sales. Print Shop space is free for any artist entering the Art Show, otherwise tables are priced as below. There is no panel space for the Print Shop.

The Art Show will take all reasonable measures to safeguard the artwork submitted. However, we cannot guarantee the safety of any individual work. We strongly recommend that you insure all artwork. We will not reimburse artists for damaged, lost, or stolen artwork.

Art Show panels are 4'x4' pegboard with hooks and clips provided. All artwork should be matted for display. Print Shop prints are not required to be matted (but it is a good idea to do so!). Space will be provided to walk-in artists on a first-come, first-serve basis. Reserving space is highly recommended.

Prices for Table and Panel Space

• $10 per 4’x 4’ panel or 6’ round table
• $5 per 1/2 panel or 1/2 table

Payment (check or money order) must be sent with your reservation.

By submitting art to the ConGlomeration Art Show, you demonstrate that you agree to and understand the above terms.

Art Show Awards

Art Show awards are designed especially for the convention and look different every year. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Monochrome, 3-D and Best in Show.

Art Show Questions?
Contact Kyle Thomas, Art Show Chair.

Keep up to date on the latest ConGlomeration Art Show info by following the Art Show label.