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CCEPTA~CE AGREEMENT; DISPLAY OF ARTWORK IN INITIAL POINT
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GALLERY 1VIERIDIAN CITY HALL ~"Agreement"} is made on the day of
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laws of the State of Idaho "Cit "}, and I~eato~n Sl~yles, an individual person ~"Artist"}.
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HEREAS the Cit- desires that public art will be a component of Meridian City Hall and to
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h nd the Meridian A~•ts Commission issued the Call to Artists attached hereto as ~xhtbr~ ~, seeking
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ro osals far the dis 1a of a~•twork in Initial Point Gallery, an ax~t gallery on the third floor of
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Meridian Cit Ha11 the address of which is 33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Naha ~"Initial Point
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WHEREAS in res anse to the Ca11 to Artists, Artist did subn~it a proposal, comprised of the
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materials attached hereto as Exhr'~r~ ,B ~"P~•oposal"}, far the display of artwork ~n Initial Point Gallery,
'WHEREAS, on Uctober 24, 2013, the Meridian Arts Commission ~"Commission"} reviewed
the res onses to the Call to Artists, selected Artist's work for display based on the Proposal, and
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iecon~mended to the Meridian City Council that Artist's artwork, as depicted in the Piopasal, be
displayed in Initial Point Gallery;
~V~IEREAS, at its regular meeting on Decembe~• 10, 2013, 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
~VHI+~~.EAS, the Parties acknowledge that Meridian City fall is primarily a place of public
business that Initial Point Gallery is a public place, and that while the City seeks to encourage artistic
ex ression and ublic dialogue, the City must simultaneously ensure that Meridian City Hall is a place
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where citizens, employees, anal visitors of diverse ages and perspectives feel welcome and
comfortable;
NO'W, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of
which is hereb acknowledged and agreed, and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants
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herein contained, the Parties agree as follows:
I, SCOPE OF SERVICES.
Artist shall ersonall deliver to Initial Point Gallery, on January 3, 2014, at x:00 a.m., or at such
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time and date as is mutually agreed-upon by the Artist and the Gallery Curator, artwork which shall
substantially conform to the description of such artwork set forth in ~~hibit ~ hereto. A.ttist shall
be responsible for hanging such artwork an January 3, 2014 at the direction of the Gallery Curator;
shall allow the display of such worl~ in Ynitial Point Gallery frarn January 3, 2014 to January 3 1,
201, in accordance with the teiins of this A.gieen~ent; and shall be responsible for removal of such
artwork an January 31, 2014, at 9:00 a.m., or at such tune and date as is mutually agreed upon by
the Artist and the Gallery Curator.
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II. COMPENSATION AND SALE OF ARTWORK.
ensation. Artist shall dis la Artist's artwork in Initial Point Gallery at the pleasure
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' ' n Ci Council. Ci shall not rovide compensation to Artist for services, work,
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and/or any activity undertaken pursuant to or related to this Agreement.
le of artwork. Artist ma , at the direction of and in the manner established by the Gallery
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r assivel offer the artwork on display in Initial Point Gallery for sale. No price shall
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shall not facilitate in an wa the sale of Artist's work; any transaction related to the sale of
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artwork shall be handled solel b Artist. Artist acknowledges the Commission s request that
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Artist voluntaril donate to the Commission twenty percent (20%) of proceeds from any
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artwork sold due to its dis la in Initial Point Gallery. Upon the sale of a piece of artwork on
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dis la in Initial Point Galle ,Artist may remove such artwork from the Gallery, provided that
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Artist re laces the removed piece with another piece of artwork within twenty-four (24) hours
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of such removal. Artist shall coordinate the removal, replacement, and/or substitution of any
and all artwork with the Gallery Curator prior to such activity.
III. TIME OF PERFORMANCE.
Artist shall rovide services described in this Agreement in a timely manner, as described herein.
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Artist acknowledges and agrees that time is strictly of the essence with respect to this Agreement,
and that the failure to timel erform any of the obligations hereunder shall constitute a default of
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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.
B. Ins ection of display. Prior to or after installation, the Gallery Curator and/or the City may
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ins ect and/or review the artwork proposed by Artist for display in Initial Point Gallery to
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ensure com Hance with all criteria set forth in the Call to Artists attached hereto as Exhibit A,
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and the A lication and Acknowledgements Form attached hereto in Exhibit B, as well as to
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ensure that such artwork may be safely and appropriately displayed in Initial Point Gallery. If
the Caller Curator or the City concludes that the display or any portion or component thereof
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does not meet the criteria set forth in Exhibits A and B, does not reflect artwork as described
and de icted in the Proposal set forth in Exhibit B, or cannot be safely and/or appropriately
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dis la ed in Initial Point Gallery, the Gallery Curator or the City may require the immediate
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removal of such artwork from Initial Point Gallery. Further, the Gallery Curator or the City
ma re uire the immediate removal of such artwork from Initial Point Gallery where such
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removal serves the best interest of the City.
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V. DISPLAY.
' final artwork. Artist warrants that any and all artwork provided by Artist for display in
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Initial Point Galler shall be, and is, original work conceived and created by Artist.
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B. Photo ra hs of artwork. Cit may photograph the artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery,
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as Cit ma desire for u oses of advertising, marketing, and public information. where
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racticable and to the extent of City's authority, Artist shall be acknowledged on each such
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hoto ra h to be the creator of the original subject thereof, provided that photographic
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re roductions of artwork shall not be identified as or represented to be the finished artwork.
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C. Use of Artist's name. Artist hereby conveys to City permission to use Artist's name for
u oses of advertisin ,marketing, and public information, without violation of Artist's rights
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of rivac or an other rights Artist may possess under this Agreement, provided that City shall
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not use Artist's logo, if any, for any purpose without the express, written permission of Artist.
D. Use of Ci 's name. City hereby conveys to Artist permission to use City's name for purposes
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of advertising, marketing, and public information, without violation of City's rights of privacy
or an other rights City may possess under this Agreement, provided that Artist shall not use
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City's logo for any purpose without the express, written permission of the Mayor s Executive
Assistant.
E. Removal of artwork by City. City shall have the right to remove Artist's artwork from public
dis la at any time and for any reason. Such removal may be temporary or permanent in
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nature. Where such artwork is or is intended to be removed from public display for longer than
-ei ht 48 hours Cit shall notif Artist in the manner set forth herein. While it is
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intended that Artist's artwork will be displayed in Initial Point Gallery for the period set forth
herein, this period maybe shortened by City for any reason, without notice to the Artist.
al of artwork b Artist. Artist shall coordinate with the Gallery Curator the removal,
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re lacement, and/or substitution of any and all artwork prior to such activity, whether such
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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
0r anization in Initial Point Gallery at any time, at the City's sole discretion. The manner and
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arrangement of the display(s) in Initial Point Gallery shall be determined by the Gallery
Curator.
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.
B. 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,
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rowin out of or in an wa connected with or incident to Artist's performance of this
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A reement whether such loss or damage may be attributable to known or unknown conditions,
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exce t for liability arising out of the tortious conduct of City or its officers, agents or
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employees.
C, Insurance Artist's responsibility. City shall not provide insurance to cover loss, theft, or
lama e of artwork dis la ed in Initial Point Gallery or to cover any activity undertaken by
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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 res onsibility of Artist. Artist shall obtain all necessary insurance as maybe
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re uired in order to protect Artist s insurable interests for its rights and obligations described
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within this A reement, including, but not limited to, liability insurance, automobile insurance,
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worker's com ensation insurance, and/or insurance of the artwork to be displayed in Initial
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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 any term or
condition of this Agreement, violated any of the covenants, agreements, and/or stipulations of
this A Bement falsified an record or document required to be prepared under this
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A reement, engaged in fraud, dishonesty, or any other act of misconduct in the performance of
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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
A reement by giving written notice to the defaulting party of its intent to terminate, and shall
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s ecify the grounds for termination. The defaulting party shall have twenty-four (24}hours
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after receipt of such notice to cure the default. If the default is not cured within such period,
this A reement shall be terminated upon mailing of written notice of such termination by the
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terminating party.
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.
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.
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VIII. GENERAL PROVISIONS.
A. Relationshi of Parties. It is the express intention of Parties that Artist is an independent
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art and not an employee, agent, joint venturer, or partner of City. Nothing in this Agreement
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shall be ante reted or construed as creating or establishing the relationship of employer an
em to ee between Artist and City or between Artist and any official, agent, or employee of
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Cit .Both arties acknowledge that Artist is~not an employee of City. Artist shall retain the
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right to perform services for others during the term of this Agreement.
B. Com liance with law. Throughout the course of this Agreement, Artist shall comply with any
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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.
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:
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Artist;
.eaton Skyles
533 N. Grrove Way
Nampa, ID ~3b51
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Gallery Curator:
Dwight'~'illiams
Meridian Arts Commission
33 E. Broad ray Ave.
Meridian ID 83b42
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Emily Dane
Deputy City Attorney
33 E. Broadway Ave.
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notice of such change in the n~ar~ner herein provided,
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IN WITNESS 'V~HERECIF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement vn thls .~,,. Y
of , 2013.
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ACCEP'T'ANCE AGREEMENT
Exhibit A
Meridian Commission
Call for Artists: 2014 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 2014 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. Smolt, 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 2014 Initial Point Gallery Series must provide the following
materials and information to MAC in order to be considered for selection.
• Completed, signed Application & Acknowledgements form;
• Biography of the artist or informational statement regarding organization;
• Letter of intent;
• 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 18, 2013.
SELECTION PROCESS:
The selection of art for the 2014 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: 2014 Initial Point Gallery Series
33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID 83642
By a-mail: macC~meridiancity.orQ
Exhibit B
EARTH VISION OaRT (Skyles)
Meridian Commission
Application £t Acknowledgments: 2014 INITIAL POINT GALLERY SERIES
APPLICANT CONTACT INFORMATION
Check one: ^ I am submitting this application as an individual.
^ I am submitting this application for this organization: _
^ I am subr~iytingsthis applj,c~tion fpr an informal group:
Applicant:
Applicant E-mail:
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Applicant Phone:
APPLICATION OVER\
Check all that apply:
ve propose to fill one half of Initial Point Gallery with two-dimensional artwork.
ve propose to fill the entire Initial Paint Gallery with two-dimensional artwork.
ve propose to fill these display cases with 3D artwork:
24"Wx24"Dx42"H ^ 24"Wx24"Dx36"H ^ 24"Wx24"Dx30"H 24"W
Number of 2D pieces: Average size of 2D pieces: ~1 ~ ~
Number of 3D pieces: _ Average size of 3D pieces:
APPLICATION MATERIALS:
r`~~g'` Completed, signed Application @ Acknowledgements Form. (Informal groups: each artist must sign separate form.)
Biography of artist or informational statement regarding organization, no longer than one 8Yz x 11"page;
A letter of intent, describing:
a. 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
d. 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. Please name each image file with organization name or artist's
last name and the title of the work (e.g.: name.title.jpg). Materials submitted will not be returned. Damaged or
non-compliant CDs and/or images will not be considered. Images will not be accepted via a-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 (%<")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), far displaying three-dimensional artwork.
FIG. 3. 3D ART DISPLAY CASES
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS:
I, ,hereby acknowledge the following stipulations and agree that if this proposal is
selected for display at Initia Point 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
~AgrQee~ment between myself and the City of Meridian. I specifically acknowledge that:
L/ A. Before my work will be displayed in Initial Point Gallery, I will be required to enter into an Acceptance.
INITIAL 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
I IAL 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.
Any insurance of the artwork displayed in Initial Point Gallery shall be the sole responsibility of the
I iTla 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 sale by means of an
INInaL 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 Paint Gallery will be displayed for aone- to two-month
ITIAL period, this period may be shortened by the City of Meridian for any reason, without notice to the
artist or organization.
TA 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.
L G. Artwork submitted for display in Initial Point Gallery must be original works conceived and created
by the artist (or by artist members of the organization) submitting this application.
Meridian City Hall is primarily a place of public business and Initial Point Gallery is a public place. The
Ir 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 understa all of the foregoing stipulations and do agree to these general terms and
conditions.
Signature: print name: ~ i9lj,>
Date:
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: Initial Point Gallery
33 East Broadway Avenue
Meridian ID 83642
Thank you for your interest)
Meridian Commission
Artist Statement for Initial Point Gallery Show
After studying ceramic arts for 10 years in school, I have become inspired by many different cultures and
their ceramic forms, techniques and finishes. Following my visit to the Metropolitan Museum in NYC, I
became very Influenced by Greek forms and hand polished finishes using fine slips and terra sigillata. I
also have been very influenced by Native American work, Japanese porcelain and firings, as the plethora
of modern ceramic art. My favorite artists begin with Jun Kaneko, Richard Notkin and Van Gogh,
My work takes influence from all of these bodies of work, combining them into timeless forms and
finishes. I focus mostly on art with less interest in function; besides my ceremonial tea sets which are
fully functional. For the show I will be planning to do fairly medium to large scale pieces consisting of:
Ceremonial tea sets, wall plates, large scale vessels, and a large sculptural form, possibly a light fixture. I
will be using glazes and techniques that will combine different influences and flow together as a body of
work.
Ceramic Artist,
Keaton Skyles
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I became very interested in clay arts during my time at Nampa High. My sophomore year I learned the basic
techniques of pinch, slab, coil, and was immediately mesmerized by the wheel. It wasn't long before I was staying after
school to practice. I studied for 3 years in Nampa, and found time to take 9 semesters of upper division ceramics at BSU
while working on my degree in psychology, which I finished in 2010. In the spring of 2011 I started to..put together my
own studio In Nampa. Currently my main interests are Raku (an ancientlapanese tradition of removing "red hot"
pottery from a kiln at a temperature around 100D*c or 1830*f and reducing them until cooled in a sealed container with
combustibles, causing dazzling surface effects. I also pull pots at a slightly lower temperature and burn horse hair into
the surface (like the piece above), and/or other organic material. Porcelain is my favorite clay body which I make a lot of
functional work out of, cups, bowls, tea sets, jars and plates. Ceramics is a productive and usually relaxing hobby that 1
am working to excel in. I am also studying photography, enjoying my time behind the camera, chasing a sunset, or
searching for a great photo.
-It is always an honor to have my art a part of your daily environment. Handmade is the best made!
My studio and my main display are located at:
1927 N. Midland Ave. Nampa, ID -Front office at Hanson's Memorial.
I can meet you down thereon most days or you are welcome to stop by regular business hours. Mon-Fri 10-5
Knit Wits- (bowls, knitting bells, button/jewelry jars, teapots)
8850 West Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83704-8210
Bernen's- (Horse hair vessels, jewelryjars, etc)
2232 W Main St. Boise, ID. 83702
Thanks for the support, Hope to see you soon!
Contact:
Cell: 208-880-6060
Work: 208-466-3654
Keaton S~Cy~es
Ceramic Artist
19z7N. Midland Blvd.
Nampa, ID 83651
Phone: 208 880 6060
Email: ke ton~skules.us
keaton@skyles.us Etr~`°m
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Ceramic Arts: Keaton Skyles
Ceramic Arts: Keaton Skyles
I became very interested in clay arts during my time at Nampa High. My sophomore year I learned the basic
techniques of pinch, slab, coil, and was immediately mesmerized by the wheel. It wasn't long before I.was staying after
school to practice. I studied for 3 years in Nampa, and found time to take 9 semesters of upper division ceramics at BSU
while working on my degree in psychology, which I finished in 2010. In the spring of 2011 I started to_put together my
own studio In Nampa. Currently my main interests are Raku (an ancientJapanese tradition of removing "red hot"
potteryfrom a kiln at a temperature around 1000*c or 1830~f and reducing them until cooled in a sealed container with
combustibles, causing dazzling surface effects. I also pull pots at a slightly lower temperature and burn horse hair Into
the surface (like the piece above), and/or other organic material. Porcelain is my favorite clay body which I make a lot of
functional work out of, cups, bowls, tea sets, jars and plates. Ceramics is a productive and usually relaxing hobby that I
am working to excel in. I am also studying photography, enjoying my time behind the camera, chasing a sunset, or
searching for a great photo.
-It is always an honor to have my art a part of your daily environment. Handmade is the best made!
My studio and my main display are located at:
1927 N. Midland Ave. Nampa, ID -Front office at Hanson's Memorial.
I can meet you down thereon most days or you are welcome to stop by regular business hours. Mon-Fri 10-5
Knit Wits- (bowls, knitting bells, button/jewelry jars, teapots)
8850 West Fairview Ave. Boise, ID 83704-8210
Bernen's- (Horse halrvessels, jewelryjars, etc)
2232 W Main St. Boise, ID. 83702
Thanks for the support, Hope to see you soon!
Contact:
Cell: 208-880-6060
Work:208-466-3654
Keaton Sky~es
Ceramic Artist
1y27N. Midland Blvd.
Nampa, ID 83651
Phone: 2088806060
Email:Iceaton@sk IiLus
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