The Columbus Metropolitan Library, Friends of the Columbus Metropolitan Library and the OAC's Online Visual Artist Registry Present Second Annual Juried Art Show
by Jami Goldstein
The Columbus Metropolitan Library, Ohio Arts Council and Friends of the Library have once again partnered to bring arts opportunities to artists and the public by presenting a juried art show at the Columbus Metropolitan Library Main Library. In 1998 the two organizations collaborated to create the Ohio Online Visual Artist Registry, a database that showcases the work of more than 700 artists from Ohio and around the world.
The Second Annual Online Visual Artist Registry Juried Art Show will feature original works of art by Ohio artists. Work will be selected through a blind jury process of distinguished art professionals.
The artwork will be displayed at The Columbus Metropolitan Main Library in the Humanities Fine Arts and Recreation Division from September 8-November 24, 2007. An award of $1000 will be given for Juror’s Choice. An award of $500 will be presented for People’s Choice. People’s Choice Award ballots will be accepted through November 10. The cash awards are provided by Friends of the Library.
The juried show is open to all living residents of Ohio 18 years of age or older. Entrants must be registered in the Ohio Online Visual Artist Registry. There is no entry fee. Up to six images may be submitted on CD or as slides. Work must be original and created within the past three years. Deadline to apply is July 13, 2007 Additional requirements apply.
For more information contact Kathy Signorino at the Ohio Arts Council, 727 E. Main Street, Columbus OH 43205-1796, 614/466-2613 or e-mail kathy.signorino@oac.state.oh.us.
The Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) mission is to promote reading and guide learning in the pursuit of information, knowledge, and wisdom.
The Friends of the Columbus Metropolitan Library’s mission is to promote library involvement in the life of the community and community involvement in the life of the library, by developing financial and human resources and sponsoring activities and programs.
The Ohio Arts Council is a state agency that funds and supports quality arts experiences to strengthen Ohio communities culturally, educationally and economically.
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