HomeMy WebLinkAboutAcceptance Agreement for Display of Artwork in IPG - Claire RemsbergACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT:
DISPLAY OF ARTWORK IN INITIAL POINT GALLERY, MERIDIAN CITY HALL
This ACCEPTANCE AGREEMENT: DISPLAY OF ARTWORK IN INITIAL POINT
GALLERY, MERIDIAN CITY HALL ("Agreement") is made on the 2M day of 26r ,
2016 ("Effective Date"), by and between the City of Meridian, a municipal corporation
organized under the laws of the State of Idaho ("City"), and Claire Remsberg, an individual
person ("Artist"). (City and Artist may hereinafter be collectively referred to as "Parties.")
WHEREAS, the City desires that public art will be a component of Meridian City Hall
and to that end, the Meridian Arts Commission issued the Call to Artists attached hereto as
ExhibitA, seeking proposals for the display of artwork in Initial Point Gallery, an art gallery on
the third floor of Meridian City Hall, the address of which is 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian,
Idaho ("Initial Point Gallery");
WHEREAS, in response to the Call to Artists, Artist did submit a proposal, comprised of
the materials attached hereto as Exhibit B ("Proposal"), for the display of artwork in Initial Point
Gallery;
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2015, the Meridian Arts Commission ("Commission")
reviewed the responses to the Call to Artists, selected Artist's work for display based on the
Proposal, and recommended to the Meridian City Council that Artist's artwork, as depicted in the
Proposal, be displayed in Initial Point Gallery;
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on December 1, 2015, the Meridian City Council
adopted such recommendation and directed the Commission to work with Artist to establish a
display of Artist's artwork in Initial Point Gallery; and
WHEREAS, the Parties acknowledge that Meridian City Hall is primarily a place of
public business, that Initial Point Gallery is a public place, and that while the City seeks to
encourage artistic expression and public dialogue, the City must simultaneously ensure that
Meridian City Hall is a place where citizens, employees, and visitors of diverse ages and
perspectives feel welcome and comfortable;
NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency
of which is hereby acknowledged and agreed, and in consideration of the mutual promises and
covenants herein contained, the Parties agree as follows:
I. SCOPE OF SERVICES.
Artist shall personally deliver to Initial Point Gallery, on July 1, 2016, at such time as is specified
by the Arts & Culture Specialist, artwork which shall substantially conform to the description of
such artwork set forth in Exhibit B hereto. Artist shall be responsible for hanging such artwork
on July 1, 2016, at the direction of the Arts & Culture Specialist; shall allow the display of such
work in Initial Point Gallery from July 1, 2016 through July 28, 2016, in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement; and shall be responsible for removal of such artwork on July 29, 2016,
at such time as is specified by the Arts & Culture Specialist.
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II. COMPENSATION AND SALE OF ARTWORK.
A. No compensation. Artist shall display Artist's artwork in Initial Point Gallery at the
pleasure of the Meridian City Council. City shall not provide compensation to Artist for
services, work, and/or any activity undertaken pursuant to or related to this Agreement.
B. Sale of artwork. Artist may, at the direction of and in the manner established by the
Arts & Culture Specialist, passively offer the artwork on display in Initial Point Gallery
for sale. No price shall be displayed on or be proximate to any piece on display in Initial
Point Gallery. City personnel shall not facilitate in any way the sale of Artist's work; any
transaction related to the sale of artwork shall be handled solely by Artist. Artist
acknowledges the Commission's request that Artist voluntarily donate to the Commission
twenty percent (20%) of proceeds from any artwork sold due to its display in Initial Point
Gallery. Upon the sale of a piece of artwork on display in Initial Point Gallery, Artist
may remove such artwork from the Gallery, provided that Artist replaces the removed
piece with another piece of artwork within twenty-four (24) hours of such removal.
Artist shall coordinate the removal, replacement, and/or substitution of any and all
artwork with the Arts & Culture Specialist prior to such activity.
III. TIME OF PERFORMANCE.
Artist shall provide services described in this Agreement in a timely manner, as described
herein. Artist acknowledges and agrees that time is strictly of the essence with respect to this
Agreement, and that the failure to timely perform any of the obligations hereunder shall
constitute a default of this Agreement.
IV. INSTALLATION.
A. Coordination with Curator. Prior to the installation, removal, replacement, and/or
substitution of the display in Initial Point Gallery or any portion or component thereof,
Artist shall coordinate any and all such activity with the Gallery Curator. Artist shall be
responsible for contacting the Gallery Curator between May 1, 2016 and June 1, 2016 to
confirm details regarding the installation, removal, publicity, and promotion of the exhibit.
Artist's failure to affirmatively contact the Gallery Curator as required by this paragraph
shall constitute a default of this Agreement.
B. Inspection of display. Prior to or after installation, the Arts & Culture Specialist and/or
the City may inspect and/or review the artwork proposed by Artist for display in Initial
Point Gallery to ensure compliance with all criteria set forth in the Call to Artists attached
hereto as Exhibit A, and the Application and Acknowledgements Form attached hereto in
Exhibit B, as well as to ensure that such artwork may be safely and appropriately
displayed in Initial Point Gallery. If the Arts & Culture Specialist or the City concludes
that the display or any portion or component thereof does not meet the criteria set forth in
Exhibits A and B, does not reflect artwork as described and depicted in the Proposal set
forth in Exhibit B, or cannot be safely and/or appropriately displayed in Initial Point
Gallery, the Arts & Culture Specialist or the City may require the immediate removal of
such artwork from Initial Point Gallery. Further, the Arts & Culture Specialist or the City
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may require the immediate removal of such artwork from Initial Point Gallery where
such removal serves the best interest of the City.
V. DISPLAY.
A. Original artwork. Artist warrants that any and all artwork provided by Artist for display
in Initial Point Gallery shall be, and is, original work conceived and created by Artist.
B. Photographs of artwork. City may photograph the artwork displayed in Initial Point
Gallery, as City may desire for purposes of advertising, marketing, and public
information. Where practicable and to the extent of City's authority, Artist shall be
acknowledged on each such photograph to be the creator of the original subject thereof,
provided that photographic reproductions of artwork shall not be identified as or
represented to be the finished artwork.
C. Use of Artist's name. Artist hereby conveys to City permission to use Artist's name for
purposes of advertising, marketing, and public information, without violation of Artist's
rights of privacy or any other rights Artist may possess under this Agreement, provided
that City shall not use Artist's logo, if any, for any purpose without the express, written
permission of Artist.
D. Use of City's name. City hereby conveys to Artist permission to use City's name for
purposes of advertising, marketing, and public information, without violation of City's
rights of privacy or any other rights City may possess under this Agreement, provided
that Artist shall not use City's logo for any purpose without the express, written
permission of the Mayor's Chief of Staff.
E. Removal of artwork by City. City shall have the right to remove Artist's artwork from
public display at any time and for any reason. Such removal may be temporary or
permanent in nature. Where such artwork is or is intended to be removed from public
display for longer than forty-eight (48) hours, City shall notify Artist in the manner set
forth herein. While it is intended that Artist's artwork will be displayed in Initial Point
Gallery for the period set forth herein, this period may be shortened by City for any
reason, without notice to the Artist.
F. Removal of artwork by Artist. Artist shall coordinate with the Arts & Culture
Specialist the removal, replacement, and/or substitution of any and all artwork prior to
such activity, whether such activity is necessary due to the sale of a piece or for any other
reason.
G. Simultaneous display. City may elect to display the work of more than one Artist or
Organization in Initial Point Gallery at any time, at the City's sole discretion. The
manner and arrangement of the display(s) in Initial Point Gallery shall be determined by
the Arts & Culture Specialist.
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VI. INDEMNIFICATION, WAIVER, AND INSURANCE.
A. Indemnification. Artist shall, and hereby does, indemnify, save, and hold harmless the
City and any and all of its employees, agents, volunteers, and/or elected officials from
any and all losses, claims, and judgments for damages or injury to persons or property,
and from any and all losses and expenses caused or incurred by Artist or Artist's servants,
agents, employees, guests, and/or invitees.
13. Waiver. Artist shall, and hereby does, waive any and all claims and recourse against
City, including the right of contribution for loss and damage to persons or property
arising from, growing out of, or in any way connected with or incident to Artist's
performance of this Agreement, whether such loss or damage may be attributable to
known or unknown conditions, except for liability arising out of the tortious conduct of
City or its officers, agents or employees.
C. Insurance Artist's responsibility. City shall not provide insurance to cover loss, theft,
or damage of artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery or to cover any activity
undertaken by Artist in the furtherance of Artists' rights or obligations described herein.
Insurance of the artwork; of the Artist's person, property, or interests; and/or of the
Artist's employees or agents shall be the sole responsibility of Artist. Artist shall obtain
all necessary insurance as may be required in order to protect Artist's insurable interests
for its rights and obligations described within this Agreement, including, but not limited
to, liability insurance, automobile insurance, worker's compensation insurance, and/or
insurance of the artwork to be displayed in Initial Point Gallery. Artist shall bear any and
all risks of, and actual, loss of, theft of, and/or damage to the artwork prepared for,
transported to, transported from, installed or hung in, and/or displayed in Initial Point
Gallery.
VII. TERMINATION.
A. Termination for cause. If City determines that Artist has failed to comply with or is in
default of any term or condition of this Agreement, violated any of the covenants,
agreements, and/or stipulations of this Agreement, falsified any record or document
required to be prepared under this Agreement, engaged in fraud, dishonesty, or any other
act of misconduct in the performance of this Agreement; or if either Party willfully or
negligently defaults in, or fails to fulfill, its material obligations under this Agreement;
the other Party shall have the right to terminate the Agreement by providing written
notice to the defaulting party of its intent to terminate, and shall specify the grounds for
termination. The defaulting party shall have two (2) calendar days, not including
Sundays or federal holidays, after the other party mails such notice to cure the default. If
the default is not cured within such period, this Agreement shall be terminated
immediately upon mailing of written notice of termination.
B. Termination without cause. City may immediately terminate this Agreement for any
reason at any time without prior notice to Artist.
C. Termination upon death or incapacity of Artist. This Agreement shall automatically
terminate upon the death or incapacity of Artist.
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D. Non -waiver. A waiver of any breach or default of any provision of this Agreement shall
not be construed as a waiver of a breach of the same or any other provision hereof.
VIII. GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Relationship of Parties. It is the express intention of Parties that Artist is an
independent party and not an employee, agent, joint venturer, or partner of City. Nothing
in this Agreement shall be interpreted or construed as creating or establishing the
relationship of employer and employee between Artist and City or between Artist and
any official, agent, or employee of City. Both parties acknowledge that Artist is not an
employee of City. Artist shall retain the right to perform services for others during the
term of this Agreement.
B. Compliance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Artist shall comply
with any and all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
C. Non -Discrimination. In fulfilling or exercising any right or obligation under this
Agreement, Artist shall not discriminate against any person as to race, creed, religion,
sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation or any physical, mental, or sensory disability.
D. Entire agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between the
Parties. This Agreement supersedes any and all statements, promises, or inducements
made by either party, or agents of either party, whether oral or written, and whether
previous to the execution hereof or contemporaneous herewith. The terms of this
Agreement may not be enlarged, modified or altered except upon written agreement
signed by both parties hereto.
E. Agreement governed by Idaho law. The laws of the State of Idaho shall govern the
validity, interpretation, performance and enforcement of this Agreement. Venue shall be
in the courts of Ada County, Idaho.
F. Cumulative rights and remedies. All rights and remedies herein enumerated shall be
cumulative and none shall exclude any other right or remedy allowed by law. Likewise,
the exercise of any remedy provided for herein or allowed by law shall not be to the
exclusion of any other remedy.
G. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is found by a court of competent
jurisdiction to be illegal, invalid, or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall
not be affected.
H. Successors and assigns. Artist shall not subcontract or assign any of Artist's obligations
under this Agreement that require or that may require Artist's artistic talent or expertise.
Artist may subcontract or assign obligations that do not require Artist's artistic talent or
expertise. All of the terms, provisions, covenants and conditions of this Agreement shall
inure to the benefit of, and shall be binding upon, each party and their successors,
assigns, legal representatives, heirs, executors, and administrators.
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I. Notice. Any and all notice required to be provided by the Parties hereto, unless otherwise
stated in this Agreement, shall be in writing and shall be deemed communicated upon
mailing by.United States Mail, addressed as follows:
Artist: City
Claire Remsberg Hillary Bodnar
P.O. Box 2523 Arts & Culture Specialist
McCall ID 83638 33 E. Broadway Ave.
Meridian ID 83642
Either party may change its respective mailing address by giving written notice of such
change in the manner herein provided.
J. City Council approval required. The validity of this Agreement shall be expressly
conditioned upon City Council action approving the Agreement. Execution of this
Agreement by the persons referenced below prior to such ratification or approval shall
not be construed as proof of validity in the absence of Meridian City Council approval.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the
Effective Date written above.
ARTIST:
Claire Remsberg
CITY OF MERIDIAN:
Tammy de WPe d; Mayor
S&�L
Jaycee Wman, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
CALL TO ARTISTS
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Meridian I Commission
Call for Artists: 2016 INITIAL POINT GALLERY SERIES
OVERVIEW:
The Meridian Arts Commission (MAC) seeks proposals for the display of two-dimensional and/or three-dimensional
artwork as part of the 2016 Initial Point Gallery Series, a series of one-month exhibitions in Initial Point Gallery. Initial
Point Gallery is located on the third floor of Meridian City Hall (33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho), and is open
to the public during City working hours. Initial Point Gallery provides 120 feet of total wall space for hanging two-
dimensional artwork, and four enclosed display cases for three-dimensional artwork. MAC requests that artists
voluntarily donate to MAC 20% of proceeds from sales of art displayed in Initial Point Gallery.
ELIGIBILITY:
Two-dimensional works displayed in Initial Point Gallery must be comprised of professional -quality, ready -to -hang,
original art; artwork on paper must be under glass or acrylic. Selectees must fill all or half of the gallery. Three-
dimensional works may be of any medium, but must fit within the four supplied display cases. No artwork will be
displayed which: cannot be safely hung or displayed using the gallery's equipment; requires unusual maintenance,
handling, or security; or is disruptive or likely to offend the sensibilities of the general public. Each piece to be
displayed will be evaluated for its compliance with these general requirements. Selectees will be asked to enter into
an Acceptance Agreement with the City setting forth specific conditions of display. Selectees and invitees may reapply
biennially and if selected again, 75% of the display must be artwork that has not been previously displayed in Initial
Point Gallery. Small, informal groups of 2-4 artists are encouraged to propose an exhibition including all artists' work.
PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS:
Artists or organizations wishing to display work in the 2016 Initial Point Gallery Series must provide the following
materials and information to MAC in order to be considered for selection.
• Completed, signed Application Et Acknowtedgements form;
• Letter of intent, including biography of the artist(s) or informational statement regarding organization;
• 250 -word informational paragraph about the artist or organization (for use in gallery publicity if selected);
• Five (5) digital images representational of the works proposed for display, on a CD (for organizations, each image
must be of a different artist's work); and
• $35 gallery maintenance fee (nonrefundable).
Details and forms are available at the City's website, http://www.meridiancity.org or upon request. Limited
assistance producing digital images may be available upon request. Materials submitted will not be returned.
DEADLINE:
All proposals must be received by MAC by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 16, 2015.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection of art for the 2016 Initial Point Gallery Series will be made by MAC. MAC will notify selectees by letter
sent U.S. Mail. In evaluating eligible proposals, the following factors will be considered:
• Quality of work;
• Appropriateness of subject and concept for a functioning government workplace;
• Consistency with City policy and community values; and
• Contribution to aesthetic and cultural atmosphere of Meridian City Hall.
RESOURCES PROVIDED UPON SELECTION:
The City of Meridian will provide selected artists/organizations with the following resources:
• Volunteers to assist artist/organization with installing and removing each piece of artwork;
• Track system for hanging 2D art and four enclosed pedestals for 3D art;
• Space for artist information and/or an information board; and
• Publicity of the exhibit through City contacts, local media, and other informational forums.
CONTACT MAC: By mail: Meridian Arts Commission
Attn: Hillary Bodnar
33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID 83642
By e-mail: mac@meridiancity.org
EXHIBIT B
ARTIST'S PROPOSAL
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Meridian Commission
Application £t Acknowledgments: 2016 INITIAL POINT GALLERY SERIES
APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Check one: ❑ 1 am submitting this application as an individual.
❑ 1 am submitting this application for this organization:
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Applicant:
Applicant E-mail:
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Applicant Phone:
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APPLICATION OVERVIEW:
Check all that apply:XI/we propose to fill one half of Initial Point Gallery with two-dimensional artwork.
❑ 1/we propose to fill the entire Initial Point Gallery with two-dimensional artwork.
❑ I/we propose to fill 01 02 03 /)_54 of the display cases with 3D artwork / x31
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Number of 3D pieces: i Average size of 3D ieces: (711
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� Completed, signed Application Et Acknowledgements Form. (Informal groups: each artist mussY ign separate forffi. )
Biography of artist or informational statement regarding organization, no longer than one 8%z x 11" page;
5?( A letter of intent, describing:
a. v Artist /Organization/Group's vision for and/or theme of the proposed display;
b. ,Number, dimensions, prices, and medium or media utilized in the works to be displayed;
c. /Any publicity that the Artist/Organization/Group plans to undertake if selected; and/or
�. /Any atypical issues or challenges regarding hanging or display of the works proposed for display.
Up to five digital images of work representational of the artist's/organization/group's work on a CD, resolution of
300 dpi at a minimum size of 5x7", in .jpg format. Materials submitted will not be returned. Damaged or non-
C3/1.ompliant CDs and/or images will not be considered. Images will not be accepted via e-mail.
$35 gallery maintenance fee, check made payable to the Meridian Arts Commission. This fee is nonrefundable.
DISPLAY INFORMATION:
Initial Point Gallery is equipped with a track system for hanging two-dimensional artwork. Two-dimensional artwork
will be hung from cables, using hooks, and therefore must be equipped with two D rings (fig. 1) on the side rails on the
back of the frame (fig. 2). The inside of each D ring must allow a space of at least one-quarter inch ('/a") for insertion
of the hooks; any wire constricting this space must be removed. The D rings should be approximately a quarter of the
distance of the total frame height from the top of the frame in order to avoid slanting away from the wall. Wires,
eyehooks, and clip frames may not be used for hanging. Initial Point Gallery also provides four display cases, each with
different dimensions (fig. 3), for displaying three-dimensional artwork.
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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
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&I-S6 , hereby acknowledge the following stipulations and agree that if this proposal is
selected for display at Initial Po t Gallery, such display shall occur subject to these general terms and conditions, as
well as subject to other specific terms and conditions that shall be set forth in a separate, written Acceptance
Agreement between myself and the City of Meridian. I specifically acknowledge that:
WA. Before my work will be displayed in Initial Point Gallery, I will be required to enter into an Acceptance
ITL Agreement with the City of Meridian establishing the specific terms and conditions of the display of the
particular works displayed.
B. If my work is selected for display in Initial Point Gallery, the City of Meridian and its agents will
exercise professional care in handling and securing all artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery, but
cannot and will not assume liability for any loss or damage.
Ar� C. Any insurance of the artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery shall be the sole responsibility of the
artist. The City of Meridian shall not provide insurance to cover loss, theft, or damage of artwork
displayed in Initial Point Gallery.
D. While artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery may be passively offered for sate by means of an
informational table, board, or handout as provided or allowed by the City of Meridian, no piece
displayed in Initial Point Gallery may have a visible price tag.
E. While it is intended that each exhibit in Initial Point Gallery will be displayed for a one- to two-month
period, this period may be shortened by the City of Meridian for any reason, without notice to the
artist or organization.
F. The City may display the work of more than one artist or organization in Initial Point Gallery at any
' time, at the City's sole discretion.
G. Artwork submitted for display in Initial Point Gallery must be original works conceived and created
' a by the artist (or by artist members of the organization) submitting this application.
4� H. Meridian City Halt is primarily a place of public business and Initial Point Gallery is a public place. The
City seeks to encourage artistic expression and public dialogue, but must simultaneously ensure that
City Hall is a place where citizens, employees, and visitors of diverse ages and perspectives feel
welcome and comfortable. To this end, only artists and artwork meeting the eligibility standards
described in the Call for Artists and following the terms set forth in the Acceptance Agreement shall be
displayed in Initial Point Gallery.
I do acknowledge and understand each and all of the foregoing stipulations and do agree to these general terms and
conditions. I
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Signature: LPrint name: 1. j�-�, %1 S 1
` Parent Signature - If Applicant is Under 18:
Date: 2-1`
To propose an exhibition in Initial Point Gallery, please submit this form, completed in full, with the required
materials and fee, via U.S. mail, to:
Meridian Arts Commission
Attn: Hillary Bodnar
33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID 83642
Thank you for your interest!
MeridiatnAC4om mission
Meridian Arts Commission
Attn: Hillary Bodnar
33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID 83642
Re: Statement of Intent
2016 Initial Point Gallery Series
Thank you for considering this application to submit our work in the Initial Point Gallery Series
for 2016.
a) This proposal outlines the work of two independent artists -- Claire Remsberg, painter;
and Kris Mannion, ceramic artist, working together as an informal group. The proposed
display combines 21) and 31) images around the literal and metaphorical theme of Art
that Nourishes: Contemporary Images of Food and Functional Forms for Dining.
Contemporary renderings of familiar fruits, vegetables and other subjects related to food
and eating are displayed with modern forms of functional table ware including dishes,
serving pieces, bowls and drinking vessels. The exhibit is composed with thoughts about
food and the dining experience as sources of artistic expression. Food is a universal need,
pleasure and creative joy. Images with food can be traditional, commercial, symbolic
and/or faddish. There is still much about food that is an untapped source for artistic
expression. Table settings have changed drastically in the last few years, with fewer
people sitting for a family meal, and more food eaten on the run. A formal setting that
was familiar to parents and grandparents is rarely used; but for those who feel the urge, it
is still important to create ambiance and aesthetic pleasure from the eating experience. It
is the artist's intent to honor presentation and fine table ware with her collection of
porcelain Graphic Elegance.
b) The work features approximately a dozen oil paintings on canvas and/or wood, with sizes
ranging from 6"x6" to 24" x 36" and priced from $75 to $780; and fifteen to twenty
pieces of porcelain ceramic dinnerware are available for display. The number of 31)
pieces will align with the available space in the display cases, and the number can be
finalized upon acceptance and consultation with curatorial staff. Ceramic work ranges in
price from $20 to $45.
c) Each artist will utilize her web site, membership in local art associations, and social
media to support publicity for the Initial Point Gallery Series.
d) There are no atypical issues regarding display with the exception that the size and number
of ceramic pieces is dependent upon the display resources of the gallery; it is planned to
use all 4 display cases, and up to 20 pieces will be available for selection.
Please find the signed application from each artist, a biographical statement on one page from
both artists, a CD with 5 digitals, and a $35 application fee.
Sincerely,
Kris M
Mannion Remsberg Letter of Intent
Kris Mannion, biographical statement:
Becoming a studio artist is a late in life career change. After years of work in human
services, my creative efforts turned to art, and led me to Boise State University at the age of 60,
where I obtained the Bachelor of Fine Arts in ceramics. Love of ceramics was a seed that
germinated years before academic study, under the tutelage of many fine studio artists in Boise.
The BFA was the culmination of 13 years of informal, than formal, study of ceramic art. I have
the honor of having been selected to show my work in a dozen juried shows since my first entry
into the art market, in 2010.
My current interest is the art of ceramic slip casting. The process is precise and labor
intensive, from the design and construction of original plaster molds, to the fine hand work
involved in finishing and glazing porcelain castings. My goal is to achieve a visual aesthetic
featuring clean lines and contemporary colors that are married to forms glazed with a texture that
is sensuous to the touch and delightful to hold. My current work is about communicating form
rather than telling a story.
I am a docent at the Boise Art Museum and a member of BOSCO, the Boise Open Studio
Artist Collective. Recent showings have been at Bricolage in downtown Boise and at Gallery
Fifty -Five in McCall. My work can be viewed on line and on Facebook, as well as in my Boise
studio.
Claire Remsberg, biographical statement:
Art is a personal journey and a sustaining force. A regular habit of drawing and painting
from life helps me to live in the present, capture special moments, and appreciate life's gifts.
Though my images tend toward the recognizable, it is essential for them to reveal
something beyond realism, with creative attention to intentional color, emotion, and an
underlying physical and pictorial structure. The artist's hand, a sense of play, and creativity must
be evident in each finished work. I paint from life whenever possible. The most successful
pieces are those that happen in joy, without struggle and from the heart.
My favorite media is oil paint, but I also enjoy watercolor, acrylic, printmaking and
drawing media. My recent explorations are combining drawing effects in paint, using acrylics
with oil, and painting on wood.
I spent my childhood mostly in Seattle, WA, and continue to grow to full ripeness in
Central Idaho, where I have lived since 1992. I studied Fine Arts and Industrial Design at the
University of Washington and continually seek to learn, share, teach and promote art in my
community. I eat, paint and practice architecture in McCall, Idaho and wherever else I can get
away with it.
Mannion Remsberg biographical statements