Call for Artists: 2021 Oregon City Festival of the Arts

Oregon City Festival of the Arts logo

For the fifth year, the Three Rivers Artist Guild is presenting an arts, culture and heritage event known as the Oregon City Festival of the Arts (OCFOTA) on August 14 and 15 2021. The Festival will again be held at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive & Visitor Information Center located outside at 1726 Washington Street, Oregon City, OR 97045. Hours of Operation are 10-5 each day. OCFOTA draws an attendance of approximately 2000 throughout the weekend. This event is free to the public.

As with so many events over the past year, things will be a little different.  We will be following COVID restrictions and the OHA guidelines very closely for Safety. This includes: An outdoor event with one entrance in and one entrance out, masks required and given to those who do not have them, hand sanitizers and gloves at every booth, maps and footprints directing traffic, and crowd monitors.

Your point of contact is Trieste Andrews at ocfota@threeriversartistguild.com.

This is a juried art show open to residents of Oregon and Washington State.  If interested, an application and a nonrefundable $25 jury fee application is due no later than June 10th, 2021. We have space for approximately 55 artists this year.

If accepted, the booth fee is $135. This includes your booth space (10’ x 10’) and marketing for the Oregon City Festival of the Arts.

Please note: This is an outdoor event on the grass. Although we make every effort to find the most level and suitable booth spaces, not all locations are perfectly flat. Also, there is no power available for the booths. Please note, we periodically experience inclement weather. The ground may be wet. Please be prepared for potential showers or wind.

No more than two artists may share a booth and art must be compatible.  Both must be juried in and send in separate applications and jury fees. You will share the booth fee of $135.

Important Dates to remember:

June 10, 2021: Jury fee and application due date.

June 15, 2021: Jury results sent to artists.

June 30, 2020: $135 booth payments due.

August 13, 2021: Friday Festival set-up

August 14 and 15, 2021: Oregon City Festival of the Arts

Application to jury and payment:

If interested, please fill out the application form, payment and digital images online at the following site. Please note that if accepted, your bio will be used for social media advertising. What you include in your statement is exactly what will be posted on Instagram and Facebook for marketing. Please make it approximately 100 words. The digital images are what we will be using for the jury process – so submit your best work!

To apply, please fill out the form below. Thanks for your interest and participation.


The form is now closed. Please apply next year!

Call for Artists – Spring Fling Festival

The Three Rivers Artist Guild will be holding a one-day block party Art Festival at the Singer Hill Café on May 8th from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TRAG is looking for 20 artists to participate.

There are no jury requirements. We will be accepting artists on a first come first serve basis.

The booth fee is $25 for the day.

Set up begins at 7 a.m. on May 8th. Festival opens at 9:30 a.m.

It will be held with strict COVID safety precautions. One way in and one way out with an open-air market in front of the gallery as you enter, spaces available on the side gardens, and booths in the Singer Hill Parking lot.

Two spaces are available as you enter the Festival from the Gallery doors. Seven spaces in the side garden area will accommodate a 3-sided table set up. Up to an 8 ft table in front and two side tables of up to 6 feet each. In case of inclement weather bring a protective covering. 12 spaces (3 rows of 4 booths each) are available in the Singer Hill Parking lot. This space will accommodate a 10 x 10 feet tented booth with 2 feet in between each one. Path will be marked for one way only through the booths.

If at all possible, we are asking artists to bring a small DIY project for the public. These can be as simple as a pair of beaded earrings, a bracelet or a coloring book picture. This is not a requirement, but we would appreciate your participation. If you can contribute, please make 25. Be sure to use what you have on hand and make it as inexpensive and simple as possible. Put them in individual bags for the public to pick up. These “DIY Stations” will be scattered throughout the Festival and offered to the public as a scavenger hunt.

Points to consider:

  • Sales and Wifi: There may be a possible connection to the gallery but this is not guaranteed. Plan your sales per your phone with square or have cash available. 
  • The gallery will NOT be able to provide you with change. 
  • You’re more than welcome to share any artist’s space with a friend. 1 fee for each artist area NOT 1 fee for each artist. 
  • Your booth needs to be always manned. TRAG will not be able to provide back-up for breaks. You can always make arrangements with your neighbor. 
  • If permitted by the City, Food trucks may be at the event. Bring a beverage and food as back-up.
  • Portable toilets will be on site
  • Volunteers will be available for set up and crowd monitoring.  

To apply for Spring Fling, fill out the form below.

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Call for Artists: Fall Festival of the Arts 2021

       Call for Artists

Fall Festival of The Arts Mission

To connect, support, and present the thriving community of artists, studios, workshops, guilds, and galleries in our region; and to build awareness of the West Columbia Gorge as a Fine Art destination.

Fall Festival of the Arts 2021 combines 2 days of art events, Saturday, September 18th  through Sunday, September 19th, 2021.  The event has strong art, business, and community backing.  Musicians, local food and drinks, and local restaurants will be participating at and near the Festival site.

Fall Festival of the Arts 2021 takes place outside in the beautiful Glen Otto Park and two other sites within a block of the Park in Troutdale, Oregon; The Gateway to the Columbia Gorge.

Things to Expect:

  • Booths spread out over 3 sites with one way pathway to provide COVID safety and procedures. The additional 2 sites are one block from Glenn Otto Park
  • Planned and organized by Cascadia Art Association with Event Coordinator, Social Media Specialist, volunteers and professional artists. Members get a Booth discount.  www.cascadiaartsassoc.org
  • Strong Marketing Plan to Surrounding Region
  • Friendly Hospitality
  • Dedication to Meet Artist Needs to the Best of Our Abilities
  • Artist Break Tent
  • Free Parking
  • Assistance with Load In and Load Out
  • Early Setup available on Friday September 17th
  • Hotel Discounts with Participating Hotels
  • Silent Auction Fundraiser for Cascadia Arts Association
  • COVID Procedures
  • Refund Policy if Postponed, Canceled, or Virtual

APPLY FOR FALL FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS 2021 AT https://www.zapplication.org/

THROUGH APRIL 15TH

Contact:

Ellen Green
CAA Board, FFA21 Project Manager
Fallfestivalofthearts.artists@gmail.com
971-222-8844
 

Call for Artists: April/May/June 2021 Rotation at the Three Rivers Gallery & Gifts

Deadline to sign up for the January/February/March rotation is March 27th.

Call for Artists is now open for our April/May/June rotation at Three Rivers Gallery & Gifts located at 623 7th Street, Oregon City.

What you need to know:

  • This Rotation Period is for three (3) months
  • The fee to participate in the Rotation Period is $60.00.
  • 30% commission on all sold items (rotation fee and commission pay for our rent and gallery expenses).
  • All art must be juried in. All art must be original to the artists. 
  • Gallery hours are Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm.
  • Each Artist participating in the Rotation Period must work either one (1) full day, or two (2) half days each month. If you don’t feel comfortable working, your shifts will be covered.

Key Dates:

Art in and out – March 28, 29, 30 from 10 am till 2 pm
Next art in and out   – end of June, days to be announced later.

All accepted artists will receive a separate email with links to schedule art in and out and shifts at the gallery.

Safety Precautions

  • Customers are required to wear masks.
  • The Gallery has a table set up with one-time disposable masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. Disposable gloves are also available in other areas of the gallery. Only Customers wearing gloves will be allowed to touch artists’ items and look through bin prints and cards.
  • No customer will be allowed to try on any jewelry or clothing accessories.
  • A clear plastic barrier is installed at the cash register.

Sign up for the April/May/June rotation

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Call for Artists: Mar/Apr/May/Jun 2021 Rotation at the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce Gallery

The deadline to sign up for the March/April/May/June is March 12th.
 
Call for Artists is now open for our March/April/May/June rotation at the Chamber Gallery located at, 615 High Street #102, Oregon City.
 
What you need to know:

  • This Rotation Period is for three (3) months.
  • There is no fee to participate in the Rotation Period, and no commission paid on sales.  
  • Artwork may not be removed without the approval of the Chamber Gallery Committee.
  • Please see further details in the attached Exhibit Regulations.
     

Key Dates:

Art in and out – March 16, 2021, from 10 am till 2 pm.
Next art in and out   – The week of June 14, 2021, from 10 am till 2 pm

  To participate contact the Chamber Gallery Committee,   Vona Adams-Lawrence, 503-914-7622,   vonalee@comcast.net or  Diana Strom, 971-255-3945,  dianastromart@gmail.com

Again the deadline to participate is March 12th.

  All accepted artists will receive a separate email or call to schedule your time slot for the art in. Here is the link to the Hold Harmless Agreement, Wall Labels & Inventory sheet. https://www.threeriversartistguild.com/gallery/oregon-city-chamber-of-commerce-gallery/


  Oregon City Chamber of Commerce Exhibit Regulations

  1. Membership in Three Rivers Artist Guild (“TRAG”) is current.
     
  2. Both 2D artists and 3D artists are welcome to participate. This Gallery will not be manned by Artists, so we are unable to offer binned items, jewelry or cards.
     
  3. Art will be exhibited for two to three months, mirroring the TRAG Gallery rotation schedule duration, at Oregon City Chamber of Commerce, 615 High Street #102, Oregon City. Artwork may not be removed without approval of the Chamber Gallery Committee.
     
  4. The art does not need to be juried so we ask the artist to present appropriate subject matter. All artwork must be original and made by the submitting Artist. Depending on the dimensions and number of participants, Artists may submit between 3 and 8 pieces.
     
  5. All artwork must be ready to hang on the wall with appropriate wire and either framed or finished in a professional manner. On the reverse side of work, there must be the Artist’s name, phone number and other contact information along with the title and a price if for sale.
     
  6. Artists must provide a one-page Artist Statement with photo of the Artist, and a dozen business cards.
     
  7. The Chamber Gallery Committee, and/or Oregon City Chamber of Commerce has the right to accept or reject any artwork due to size limitations, content or quality.
     
  8. Art In/Out: Artists will be scheduled for a 20-minute appointment to bring their art in or pick it up, to maintain COVID gathering/social distancing restrictions. Masks are required. If you miss your appointment, alternate arrangements have to be made with the Chamber Gallery Committee, preferably prior to your appointment.
     
  9. Sales: If works sell, the Artist is responsible to coordinate with Buyer and keeps 100% of sale. Artist is responsible for shipping and billing. Artist will replace work with another comparable piece and provide all inventory information to the Chamber Gallery Committee.
     
  10. While every effort is made to safeguard the works, TRAG is not responsible for any missing or damage to artworks. All works are exhibited in public spaces which are locked during non-work hours.


    The Chamber Gallery Committee consists of:

    – Vona Adams-Lawrence, 503-914-7622, vonalee@comcast.net
    – Diana Strom, 971-255-3945, dianastromart@gmail.com

Calling All Photographers! Artwork for the new Food Cart/BrewHouse site in Oregon City!

Corner 14 is the new Food Cart/Brewhouse opening in 2-3 weeks on the corner of 14th and Washington in Oregon City. They asked TRAG to help with some artwork and decorating inside the brewhouse. It’s a great opportunity, and we are excited to offer TRAG’s artists’ work.

They are looking for black and white photos of both historic and current pictures of Oregon City. These can be both people and landmarks in the City.

What we need from you:  either a link to your websites or a jpg of the artwork you are submitting and your contact information.  TRAG will forward it on to the owner. The owner will then contact you directly for information on price and installation. TRAG is more than willing to help out in any way.

Time is of the essence since Corner 14 is planning on opening by the 3rd week of February. Please consider submitting as soon as you can!

Contact president@threeriversartistguild.com to apply or for more information. 

Call for Artists: January/February/March 2021 Rotation at the Oregon City Chamber of Commerce Gallery

The deadline to sign up for the January/February/March rotation is January 8th.

Call for Artists is now open for our January/February/March rotation at the Chamber Gallery located at, 615 High Street #102, Oregon City.

What you need to know:

  • This Rotation Period is for two (2) months.
  • There is no fee to participate in the Rotation Period, and no commission paid on sales.  
  • Artwork may not be removed without the approval of the Chamber Gallery Committee.
  • Please see further details in the attached Exhibit Regulations.

Key Dates:

Art in and out – January 19th,2021, from 10 am till 2 pm.
Next art in and out   – The week of March 16th, 2021, from 10 am till 2 pm

To participate contact the Chamber Gallery Committee,  Vona Adams-Lawrence or  Diana Strom. Again the deadline to participate is January 8th.

All accepted artists will receive a separate email or call to schedule your time slot for the art in and forms for the Hold Harmless Agreement, Wall Labels, and link to the Inventory sheet.

Oregon City Chamber of Commerce Exhibit Regulations

  1. Membership in Three Rivers Artist Guild (“TRAG”) is current.
  2. Both 2D artists and 3D artists are welcome to participate. This Gallery will not be manned by Artists, so we are unable to offer binned items, jewelry or cards.
  3. Art will be exhibited for two to three months, mirroring the TRAG Gallery rotation schedule duration, at Oregon City Chamber of Commerce, 615 High Street #102, Oregon City. Artwork may not be removed without approval of the Chamber Gallery Committee.
  4. The art does not need to be juried so we ask the artist to present appropriate subject matter. All artwork must be original and made by the submitting Artist. Depending on the dimensions and number of participants, Artists may submit between 3 and 8 pieces.
  5. All artwork must be ready to hang on the wall with appropriate wire and either framed or finished in a professional manner. On the reverse side of work, there must be the Artist’s name, phone number and other contact information along with the title and a price if for sale.
  6. Artists must provide a one-page Artist Statement with photo of the Artist, and a dozen business cards.
  7. The Chamber Gallery Committee, and/or Oregon City Chamber of Commerce has the right to accept or reject any artwork due to size limitations, content or quality.
  8. Art In/Out: Artists will be scheduled for a 20-minute appointment to bring their art in or pick it up, to maintain COVID gathering/social distancing restrictions. Masks are required. If you miss your appointment, alternate arrangements have to be made with the Chamber Gallery Committee, preferably prior to your appointment.
  9. Sales: If works sell, the Artist is responsible to coordinate with Buyer and keeps 100% of sale. Artist is responsible for shipping and billing. Artist will replace work with another comparable piece and provide all inventory information to the Chamber Gallery Committee.
  10. While every effort is made to safeguard the works, TRAG is not responsible for any missing or damage to artworks. All works are exhibited in public spaces which are locked during non-work hours.

    The Chamber Gallery Committee consists of:

    – Vona Adams-Lawrence
    – Diana Strom

Call for Artists: January/February/March 2021 Rotation at the Three Rivers Gallery & Gifts

Deadline to sign up for the January/February/March rotation has been extended to January 1st.

What you need to know:

  • This Rotation Period is for three (3) months
  • The fee to participate in the Rotation Period is $60.00.
  • 30% commission on all sold items (rotation fee and commission pay for our rent and gallery expenses).
  • All art must be juried in. All art must be original to the artists. 
  • Gallery hours are Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm.
  • Each Artist participating in the Rotation Period must work either one (1) full day, or two (2) half days each month. If you don’t feel comfortable working, your shifts will be covered.
  • If you sign up to work more than 1 day per month for each rotation, your rotation fee will be fully refunded in January. You have to pay the fee first, or your application will not be recorded as complete.

Key Dates:

Art in and out – January 1st, 2nd, and 3rd from 9 am till 2pm
Next art in and out   – March 25th, 26th, and 27th, 2021, from 9 am till 2 pm.

All accepted artists will receive a separate email with links to schedule art in and out and shifts at the gallery.

Safety Precautions

  • Customers are required to wear masks.
  • The Gallery has a table set up with one-time disposable masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. Disposable gloves are also available in other areas of the gallery. Only Customers wearing gloves will be allowed to touch artists’ items and look through bin prints and cards.
  • No customer will be allowed to try on any jewelry or clothing accessories.
  • A clear plastic barrier is installed at the cash register.

Sign up for the January/February/March rotation

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Capturing the Moment – Call to Portland Artists and Creatives

Submission deadline is Monday, Oct. 26, 2020 at 5 p.m. PST.

Capturing the Moment is a new call for artists and designers of all media to submit works created in this moment. ANY work that captures a creative response to the global pandemic, Black Lives Matter movement, racial justice protests, and/or the political environment of the moment. Submissions of all media will be considered – murals, paintings, photos, films, essays, poetry, performances captured on film or video, posters, stickers, t-shirt art, etc.

This new call aims to reflect and record this time of change, uncertainty, loss, and hope. It will continue to serve and showcase some of the work emerging from artists and creatives at this moment in our history. Artist submissions selected for Capturing the Moment will be shared via RACC and the City of Portland communication channels including digital formats and social media accounts.

PDXCARES funding is dedicated to Black artists, Indigenous artists, and all artists of color who reside in the City of Portland.

Hampton Rodriguez, Bike, 2019, newspaper on canvas, 12 x7. Recent addition to Visual Chronicle of Portland

WHAT ARE WE “CAPTURING”?

  • RACC will purchase actual physical artworks/memorabilia of all media. (Framing will be provided by RACC, as appropriate.)
  • RACC will also purchase written works, digital images of works, digital recordings of performances, etc. to show/use through RACC & the City of Portland’s communication channels.

Only works created since March 2020 will be considered. Selected artists will receive up to $1,500 per individual. The overall budget for this initiative is $38,000.

A panel of RACC staff and BIPOC curators selected by RACC will review and curate artist submissions. RACC reserves the right to select works from artists and creatives who do not directly apply to this call, if appropriate.

ELIGIBILITY

This opportunity serves artists who reside in the City of Portland only. Funds may only be awarded for submissions from Black artists, Indigenous artists, and artists of color who meet the eligibility criteria.

Additionally, priority will be given to artists who have not received RACC Support Beam 2020 commissions or a 2020 Project Grant or are not already well represented in Portland’s Portable Works Public Art Collection.

Elijah Hasan, See It Through, 2019, Inkjet print, 11×14. Recent addition to Portland Visual Chronicle.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

All artwork for consideration must be submitted through RACC’s Opportunity Portal: racc.org/apply.

Artists must create an account, or log into their existing account. Instructions in the opportunity portal will guide you through the process. Incomplete submission forms cannot be considered.

Once you have started your Capturing the Moment submission form, you can save after each step and sign out. Your proposal will be saved as a draft you can continue to work on as needed. Complete all the tasks and hit “Submit.” Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions during the process.

Artists must include the following in their proposal:

  • Up to eight (8) works that “Capture the Moment,” including images, writing, or video. File size should be no larger than 5 megabytes. The .jpg format, PDF format, or links to video work online is preferred. Provide no more than two (2) images per artwork/item. For each submission, provide title, media, dimensions/length, date produced, and (if applicable) background or conceptual information.
  • Artist bio: A short paragraph that briefly describes your artistic practice (150-200 words).
  • Applicant demographics
  • Applicant W-9 form


QUESTIONS?   
Contact hnkent@racc.org

We’re Here to Help! Talk with the Program Staff. Ask questions and seek help early; last minute help can be in short supply.

If you have questions about the RACC application portal or if using the application portal presents a barrier to applying, contact Ingrid Carlson: icarlson@racc.org.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE

Monday, Oct. 26, 2020 at 5 p.m. PST.

FESTIVAL OF WREATHS 2020 – WE NEED ARTISTS!

FESTIVAL OF WREATHS 2020 – WE NEED ARTISTS!

In partnership with the Oregon City Rotary Club

OC Rotary Club has asked TRAG’s help in raising funds through the first annual Festival of the Wreaths. Rotary is asking for artists to partner with their members to create wreaths, or even just to hire one of TRAG’s artists to make a wreath. All materials will be paid for, and even the potential to pay an artist for their time in making the wreath.

Rotary International is an international service organization. The club’s stated purpose is to bring together business and professional leaders in order to provide humanitarian service, and to advance goodwill and peace around the world. It is a non-political and non-religious organization open to all. Their principal motto is “Service Above Self”. This motto is personified in the Rotary Club of Oregon City’s contributions to our community. They include volunteerism and contributions to the Cub Scouts, meals to Father’s Heart Ministries, the Homeless Resource Fair offering services to disadvantaged, annual distribution of dictionaries to Oregon City’s third graders, and supporter and supplier to Oregon City Head Start. All these contributions are supported by fundraisers throughout the year by the OC Rotary Club. However, COVID restrictions have circumvented these efforts for 2021, and Rotary is in dire need of unique and creative ideas of raising funds for these worthy projects.

If you would like to participate in this fun and meaningful event, please contact president@threeriversartistguild.com for more information. We will be matching artists with Rotary members and their ideas to support our community and those in need.

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