TAOS ART MUSEUM 5th ANNUAL GALA AUCTION

Thank you for your contribution to the Taos Art Museum and Fechin House. Please complete the form below and then click the SUBMIT button when you're done. Click here to review our 2009 Submission Policies.

The deadline for submission is Monday, July 6, 2009.

Photo of Artwork
Uploaded image must be in JPG format and at least 600 pixels wide.


Artist's Name


Title of Work


Medium


Retail Value
$

Minimum Reserve Price
$

Size, in inches (H x W x D)


Donor/Gallery Name


Donor/Gallery Address


City


State


ZIP Code


Phone


E-mail Address


Website Address


Artist Biography


YES, I would like to receive my artwork back if it does not sell.
By checking this box, I understand that if my work is accepted but does not sell, I will be responsible for picking up my artwork from Taos Art Museum (TAM) no later than one month following the event. I also understand that if I do not pick up my artwork or do not make special arrangements with TAM, my artwork will become the property of TAM. I understand that reasonable 'wear and tear' may occur in storing and transporting my artwork to and from the event venue.

As the donating artist/gallery, I would like to receive...
Click here to review our 2009 Submission Policies.

There will be a Best of Show prize of $500 for an artist!

All pieces will be juried and, if accepted, will be offered at either silent or live auction. The jurors will consider appropriateness, quality, and size (extremely large pieces are difficult to show in our limited space).

An artist can select a percentage of up to 25% of the purchase price for his or her share if the piece is juried into the silent auction and up to 50% if selected for the live auction. Last year many artists generously asked for very low percentages, wanting to cover their costs only. Many artists elect to donate the entire amount.

Artists may select a reserve or starting bid. We have found that too high a reserve discourages bidders, and we encourage you to consider a modest reserve.

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I understand that if my work is accepted, it will be displayed and presented for sale in an auction format. I understand that the artist's return applies only to artists or galleries who donate artwork, not private collectors. Unsold artwork will not be eligible for this offer. You will receive a percent of the total purchase price.


By clicking this SUBMIT button, I acknowledge that I understand and agree to the policies and conditions outlined above.

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Additional Information

All applicants will be notified by Wednesday, July 15, 2009.

What do I do if my artwork is accepted?
Artwork must be delivered to TAM by Wednesday, August 12, 2009.
Please drop off or mail your artwork to:
Taos Art Museum
ATTN: Art Auction Committee
227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte
Taos, NM 87571

How do I win Best of Show?
Our Gala attendees will vote the night of the event, Saturday August 29, 2009. The artist whose artwork gets the most votes, wins a $500 cash prize.

Do I need to have my work framed?
All donated artwork must be ready to display.

What if my artwork does not sell at the event?
Our participants are poised to purchase, but in the event that a piece of art does not secure its minimum bid, it will be returned to the artist. The artist must pick up their unsold artwork no later than one month following the event (or make special arrangements).

Do I have the option for a percentage return on my work?
Yes, as the artist or gallery donating artwork. In response to feedback from artists and gallery owners in the community, we have created the option of the artist or gallery can select a percentage of up to 25% of the purchase price for his or her share if the piece is juried into the silent auction and up to 50% if selected for the live auction. In the previous years many artists generously asked for very low percentages, wanting to cover their costs only. Many artists elect to donate the entire amount. We ask you to consider the greatest amount you can possibly afford to remain as a donation to TAM. Please note: You must complete a separate application form and include the retail value and minimum reserve bid for each piece of art submitted.

Can I let my collectors know about this event?
TAM is here to support you in helping us promote this event. We would be pleased if you would mail out invitations provided by TAM to your constituents (postage paid by TAM, limit 5 per artist/gallery). Please provide TAM with names and addresses of those you would like to receive an invitation for the Gala. We anticipate the possibility of having too many items for the number of collectors we can accommodate, so our selection committee will carefully assess the quality and suitability of contributions, and reserves the right to decline contributions at their discretion.

Who do I contact with questions?
Please contact Vera Flores, Event Director at 575.776.8342 or e-mail vera@taosnet.com.

Please note: If you earn $600 or more from the sale of your submitted artwork, it will be necessary for you to fill out a W-9 Form before receiving your payout.

To ensure participation as well as possible press, submissions must be received at TAM on or before Wednesday, July 6, 2009.

Online submission is preferred. You may choose, however, to use the form below. Simply print it out, complete it, and send it along with artist biography and a photograph of the artwork, to Taos Art Museum, ATTN: Art Auction Committee, 227 Paseo del Pueblo Norte, Taos, NM 87571.

CLICK HERE to download the TAM Art Donation form (PDF).