The following is information for artists who have been accepted for The Cheaper Show No. 10. This is a live document, details will be added as plans develop, please check back frequently.
If you have any questions please contact Kelin Kaardal: kkaardal@thecheapershow.com.
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INFORMATION FOR ALL ARTISTS
Original Artwork: Each piece needs to be original artwork. Unless they are photographs we will not show prints.
Art Hanging Preparation: Please ensure that all your work is ready to hang; including hooks, wire, etc. We have a small window for hanging the show and there will be 400 pieces, so we need to ensure that all of the work is prepped appropriately. If you have special requests, please attach a piece of paper to the artwork with clear instructions.
Artwork Requirements:
- Art is to be no larger than 36″ x 36″
- 2 to 3 pieces per person
- Artist must title and write their name on the back of each piece
- Artwork should be ready to hang
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ART DELIVERY / DROP-OFF DATES
- International Art Shipping Deadline: Friday, June 3rd (See address information below)
- Local Art Drop-Off Deadline: Sunday, June 12th
Local Art Drop-Off Location: We will be receiving all local art at our venue at Broadway and Kingsway. We encourage you to come down and meet the crew and the other artists.
If you are not able to drop-off your work on the designated day please contact Kelin Kaardal: kkaardal@thecheapershow.com.
- Date: Sunday, June 12th
- Address: 196 Kingsway (At 10th Avenue)
- Time: 1pm – 4pm
PLEASE WRITE YOUR NAME AND THE TITLE OF YOUR PIECE ON THE BACK OF OUR WORK
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INTERNATIONAL ARTISTS
International Art Shipping Deadline: Friday, June 10rd. This means that you should have your work in the mail by June 1st, at the very latest, to ensure that we receive it in time to hang the show as best as we can.
Shipping Costs: International artists are expected to cover the costs of shipping to Vancouver. If the work is not sold, The Cheaper Show will cover the cost of return shipping. We have been working hard to try and earn a sponsorship for shipping, but so far have had no luck. If things change we’ll let you know.
Shipping Declaration: IMPORTANT - DO NOT put a monetary value on your work when shipping, as this creates additional taxes & duties that we have to pay upon receipt.
Shipping Address: Our venue is open from 11am – 5pm, Tuesday – Saturday. If you are able to select a time of delivery when shipping your work, please choose a time that falls within our open hours.
Attention: The Cheaper Show No. 10
196 Kingsway
Vancouver, BC
V5T 3J2
Phone: 604-313-0160
Supplementary Documentation: Please include a separate document with your shipment including the following information for each piece of art:
- Title
- Size
- Medium
- Specific Hanging Instructions
- Return Address
Shipping Follow-up Email: When you put your work in the mail, please send an email to Kelin Kaardal:kkaardal@thecheapershow.com and provide the following information so we can track your delivery and make sure it’s received safely:
- Name
- Return Address
- Shipping Company/Method
- Tracking Number (if applicable)
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FRAMING SERVICES
We encourage all of you to mount or frame your work, as this will enhance the presentation of your art.
Plain Wood Frames, Vancouver, is offering a discount for Cheaper Show artists on their archival wood frames. All frames are available in ready-made and custom sizes, with or without a mat.
Local Artists: For more information and frame specifications contact Robert Fougere (robfou@gmail.com) or visitwww.plainwoodframes.com.
International Artists: If you are unable to frame your work before shipping it, you can ship your work to us and we will coordinate with Robert for pickup, framing and delivery to the venue. You must order and pay in advance, and can do so here: Framing Service. Please ensure that you include documentation with your work that tells us you have ordered framing services through Robert.
If you would like to take advantage of our framing services, your artwork must be received by Friday, May 27th.
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MEDIA OPPORTUNITIES
High-Res Images of Artwork: There will be many opportunities for press features in the coming months. As well, this year we are producing a limited edition art book that chronicles the growth of The Cheaper Show in parallel with the growth of the Vancouver art community.
If you would like to be considered for these and other opportunities, please send us high-res files of your work (these can be the same images as submitted for application in high resolution).
File Size: Files must be 300 DPI, and at least 7 inches wide (height variable).
Please send your high-res files to Kelin Kaardal by May 20th: kkaardal@thecheapershow.com.
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GUEST LIST AT THE SHOW
Each artist will have two guest list spots at the show. With 150 local artists, we need to keep this number limited. Guests will be permitted to skip the line-up and enter through the VIP door, but WILL NOT BE ABLE TO PURCHASE ART UNTIL AFTER 9PM.
Please understand that we are working very hard to make it fair for the hundreds and thousands of attendees that wait in line hours for a chance to purchase your art.
You must email your guest list names to us by June 17th. Email us your name along with your two guests’ names to — guestlist@thecheapershow.com
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BUYING ART AT THE SHOW
Again, for the sake of all our visitors, PARTICIPATING ARTISTS WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO BUY ARTWORK . This rule is in effect for all of our staff, volunteers and VIP guests. If you are interested in purchasing art, please find a friend that is willing to wait in line for you.
We appreciate your understanding with these new policies. With thousands of people coming to the show, it is important for us to make it accessible and fair for everyone!
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SALON VIP PREVIEW EVENING – FRIDAY, JUNE 24TH
On Friday, June 24th, we are hosting SALON, The Cheaper Show’s VIP Preview Evening.
We designed this evening specifically for you to engage and be seen by some of the top gallery directors, collectors, curators, ad agencies, writers, art directors, bloggers and design firms in Vancouver, Seattle and Portland. We are expecting 500+ guests whom we’ve sent customized invitations to. Our goal is to put you in reach of people that can really provide opportunities to you.
At SALON, all participating artists will be distinguished with a pin in order to promote interaction. We ask you to be on hand for interviews and to field questions that attendees may have about your work. This is your time to connect with people, you will find it beneficial to stand near your work and speak with people that express interest. Making a personal connection with a patron is the most powerful tool you can have when it comes to selling your work. We suggest having business cards on hand and a website/blog in order to promote your work.
Your artwork will not be for sale at SALON, nor will it be numbered until the day of The Cheaper Show so as not to give anyone the advantage of purchasing without seeking out the number of the piece at our live event.
In order to keep a strong focus on connectivity and to keep our numbers smaller, we are allowing each artist to bring one guest. Please send your guest’s name and your name to salon@thecheapershow.com before June 17th, 2011.
Event Details
- Time: 7pm – 10pm
- Presentation: 8pm
- All of you will be on the list, and we encourage you to get there promptly at 7pm or even a few minutes before hand.
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