15th Annual Book Arts Members' Show - 2023

15th Annual Members’ Show

SATURDAY July 15th, 2023 – August 19th, 2023

Main Gallery

It’s that time of the year for one of our most cherished events, the annual Members’ Show! We are continuously excited, intrigued & delighted by the artwork our community of members submits each year. We encourage all members to submit, and all forms of artwork & skill–from curious hobbyist to professional, any age–are welcome.

Membership at Book Arts supports ongoing educational programming in our studios & out in our community. If you’re not yet a member, consider joining our vibrant collective of artists & makers, and submit your artwork in the show!

An Opening Reception will be held July 15th, 2023 during BookFest!

Become a Member! OR Renew your Membership HERE!

Submit your artwork in the 15th Annual Book Arts Members’ Show:

Artwork submitted can be in any medium, not just limited strictly to the book arts. We welcome artwork created in our workshops as well!

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Member Information

Name*

First Last

Email*

Website/Social Media Handles

Voluntary. Please list any applicable website or social media handle (instagram, facebook) for members & visitors to learn more about your artwork.

Short Artist Bio (optional)

Upload Photo (Optional)

Max. file size: 256 MB.

Upload your choice of a photo of your studio space, headshot, or artwork! We'll be posting these on the Members' Show webpage so folks can get to know our Members!

Artwork Information

Members may submit only one (1) piece.

Artwork Title*

Artwork Medium*

Year*

Price or NFS (Not for Sale)*

Please remember all sold artworks subject to 70% artist/30% Book Arts commission split.

Artwork Size*

Please input exact or rough dimensions. If artwork is larger than 4', please contact [email protected] after submission to ensure adequate installation.

Special Hanging and/or Handling Instructions*

Framed pieces must be ready to hang. Unframed artworks will be hung via magnets. If your piece should be displayed on a pedestal or requires any special hanging/handling instructions, please say so here. Thank you!

ARTWORK DROP OFF DATES: Wednesday, June 28th – Friday, June 30th 11am-5pm (Saturday, July 1st - CLOSED) | Wednesday, July 5th – Friday, July 7th 11am-5pm and Saturday, July 8th 10am-2pm.

I understand artwork drop off dates listed above and will drop my piece off during these hours. Should I need an alternate drop-off time, I will contact [email protected]*

Yes

[Please note: Upon submitting this form, you will also receive an email confirmation with artwork drop-off & pick-up information. If you do not receive this email confirmation, your submission might not have gone through. Please email [email protected] with your info.]

Exhibitions supported by:

Book Arts is supported by: National Endowment for the Arts, the New York State Council on the Arts, Children’s Foundation of Erie County, the County of Erie, M&T Bank Foundation, Western New York Foundation, Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo, the Cameron and Jane Baird Foundation, the Margaret L. Wendt Foundation, Humanities NY

15th Annual Book Arts Members’ Show – 2023