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2015 Prairie Photography Exhibit and Auction


Symphony in the Flint Hills, Inc. (SFH) announces its Call for Entry for its First juried Prairie Photography Exhibit and Auction. SFH is celebrating its 10th Anniversary with a theme of, “Grasslands of the World.” Photographers are eligible to submit up to two (2) images each.

Photography Requirements: Submitted image shall thematically or graphically reference the Flint Hills of Kansas or keeping with the 10th anniversary theme of “Grasslands of theWorld”. Finished framed or mounted work shall not exceed 36 inches in either dimension. Photography shall be framed or gallery-wrapped canvas with fully printed edges. Strap hangers with screws must be used to secure the wire hangers (no sawtooths, please).

Digital image in JPG format not to exceed 3000 pixels on the longest side, entry form and waiver must be submitted by February 28, 2015. Remember, this is the file from which your entry will be judged. Photographers will be contacted and provided additional instructions by March 15, 2015 if their image is accepted.

Pricing: All images selected for the event will be eligible for auction. Photographers are requested to set a retail reserve price; this will be the starting price for the Silent Auction. The artist will receive half (50%) of the total auctioned price, if sold, the remaining half (50%) is to be considered a donation to the SFH.

Photographers retains all copyrights to their work. SFH reproduction of images will only be done in conjunction with SFH promotions.

SFH Concert Tickets: Each photographer with selected entry/s is offered one free general admission ticket to SFH, with the option to purchase one additional general admission ticket at full value. If you accept this offer, you will be required to work at least one hour in the Prairie Art tent hosting the displayed artwork.

Liability and Responsibilities: Photographer retains liability for accepted artwork. SFH assumes no liability for the work submitted whether in transit or during its housing. By submitting work to this event, each photographer agrees to this statement.

Questions: Contact Louise Carlin, Symphony in the Flint Hills, Inc., Merchandise/Art Manager at 620-273-8955 or email louise@symphonyintheflinthills.org

Download the entry form.