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AIA-ArtGroup
- Contact us
If
you are interested in becoming a member please read this before
submitting your request:
The Artistas Internacionales en Andalucia Group (AIA-Artgroup) is accepting applications
for new members for 2013.
We are a voluntary, self-governing group of artists, mainly painters
living and working in Andalucía,
where everyone is expected to be proactive.
We are arranging exhibitions mainly in Andalucía and we have good
coverage in press, Radio and TV.
In order to apply to join our group please read the requirements below,
download and complete the Application Form
and enclose 2 images of your work. Your application and images will be
viewed by a jury following which you may be asked to attend one of our meetings in order to make a short (5 minute)
presentation.
The Membership fee which is non refundable is € 60 per calendar year
commencing January 1st.
Accepted members must pay when accepted in order to participate in
pre-arranged exhibitions.
Requirements for member’s of the
Andalusian International Artists Group (AIA ArtGroup):
· an e-mail address
that is regularly read and responded to
· own web page
· master English language (optional)
· reasonably well defined and mature artistic style
· reasonable experience/exposure of their art
· references
· attend and take active part in majority of meetings
· expected to contribute to AIA-ArtGroup with a positive attitude
· actively work for opportunities for AIA-ArtGroup members to exhibit
· make a presentation to AIA-ArtGroup about his/hers art.
AIA-ArtGroup - FAQ
FAQ Update February
2013.
What
is the AIA-ArtGroup?
The Group, Artistas Internacionales en Andalucia is a private, voluntary, not for profit,
participatory, self help group of like minded artists.
What
happens with the membership fee?
The fee paid by
members is an annual non-refundable subscription that is spent only on
Group activities.
Does
the Group pay expenses for exhibitions run by members?
Expenses incurred in
running exhibitions or other activities under the AIA-ArtGroup banner
are the responsibility on those individuals participating.
For example, if an
opening necessitates paying to the Gallery €100.00 for wine, soft
drinks, crisps etc. then this expenditure will be recouped by an equal
contribution from each of the participating artists. Always enquire
before you start ordering.
In the case of joint
exhibitions (2 artists) the costs are a bit higher but are split 50% by
each of the exhibitors.
If printing is
required then that also must be shared by the participating artists.
Does
a Gallery not pay?
If a gallery is
running the exhibition and getting a high commission then they should
take the responsibility for printing and inviting clients, as well as
funding the reception. This will vary from location to location and
deals struck. Inquire before the event.
Can
we use our own price tags in AIA-ArtGroup sponsored exhibitions?
No. We should all
use the same price tags in joint and group exhibitions. Samples
supplied.
What
about our individual brochures and cards?
The events organized
via the AIA.ArtGroup should only use the AIA-ArtGroup brochure. All
artists are listed on the AIA Website and are contactable via the Web
site.
Can
I exhibit prints, sell cards of my paintings?
Only original
Artwork should be exhibited in AIA-ArtGroup sponsored exhibitions and
not prints or reproductions of any sort. (Photographic numbered and
signed limited edition digitally enhanced images excepted at this
time).
Can
I send out Press releases in my own name?
Yes. All exhibition
publicity should include mention of Artistas internacionales en
Andalucia, Group (www.aia-Artgroup.com). You would probably not be
participating unless you were a member of the AIA-ArtGroup.
Can
I bring along extra paintings in case there is room to hang them?
When it is specified
that a particular number of paintings only are required for an
exhibition then please do not try to sneak in extra, otherwise none of
that artists work will be accepted for that exhibition. We try to be
fair to all Members in AIA-ArtGroup exhibitions.
Does
the AIA-ArtGroup have any source of funding?
Artists are expected
to contribute a percentage of sales (now 5%) to the AIA-ArtGroup
central fund from sales arising from AIA-ArtGroup sponsored
exhibitions. This will always be clarified prior to an exhibition. The
AIA-ArtGroup at this time only has fees from Members and "hanging fees"
for exhibitions where circumstances dictate.
Who
can join?
The AIA-ArtGroup is
open to all visual artists working in all media with the exception of
video art, film, industrial design and interactive art at this time.
The process is that
all applicants must send an application form and a means of seeing
their work via the Internet (to include the possibility to view the Art
on webpage and sent by e-mail)
This then goes to an
internal jury for decision and the person is then invited to attend the
next meeting and if accepted, pay their fee.
We will then arrange
for them to be included on the AIA-ArtGroup (www.aia-artgroup.com) web
site.
They will be
circularized regularly as opportunities arise and they are expected to
bring something to the group also.
Artistic ability is
only one of the criteria that will be used as we are a self help group.
Attending meetings
(max 6 per year) of the AIA-ArtGroup is essential as is sharing the
workload.
If you have any
further questions then please ask.
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