2016 Sierra Art Trails artist Frances Shell displays her ceramics at Casto Oaks Fine Art and Wine in Mariposa
Sierra Sun Times file photo
Artist's Submission Deadline - May 10, 2017
April 27, 2017 - Hello artists, supporters, and friends,
This is a reminder that the application deadline for Sierra Art Trails 2017 is two weeks away!
This is the first year our application process is on-line only. We are working with Online Juried Shows to complete the application process. As a result, the application has changed from past years. Please follow the application instructions carefully.
Artists interested in participating must first create an account on OnlineJuriedShows.com, then fill out the application, submit five images of current work (created in the past 24 months) for jury consideration, and pay the $25.00 jury fee. Artists who are accepted must pay the $125 balance by June 1st 2017.
Here is the link to OnlineJuriedShows: http://onlinejuriedshows.com
Here is the link directly to the Sierra Art rails prospectus: https://onlinejuriedshows.com/Default.aspx?OJSID=10788
The prospectus can also be downloaded for review at: http://www.sierraarttrails.org/application/application2017.pdf.
If you are having trouble with the application, we will be offering assistance on May 4th and 5th. Jon Bock jonbock@sti.net and David Hoffman david@dhoffmanphotography.com will be available to answer questions or to demonstrate the process. Please make an appointment if you are interested.
2016 Sierra Art Trails artist Charlotte Hoffman displays her pastels in Mariposa
Sierra Sun Times file photo
The 15th annual SIERRA ART TRAILS Yosemite Foothills Open Studio Tour will take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday, September 29 through October 1, 2017.
Sierra Art Trails is a juried exhibit that takes place in homes, studios, galleries, and businesses in more than a dozen communities in Eastern Madera and Mariposa Counties. The show is the largest and most anticipated arts event in the area, featuring artists and artisans working in a wide range of media including painting, photography, jewelry, sculpture, fiber arts, woodcarving, ceramics, glass, and more. While the majority of participating artists are from the communities where the show takes place, outside artists are welcome as well!
Since our first exhibit in 2003, Sierra Art Trails has built a dedicated audience excited to attend year after year. In addition to visiting with the artists and purchasing works directly from the people who create them, visitors are encouraged to explore our communities, patronize our hotels and restaurants, and learn more about our area.
We are very proud of the support we receive from our advertisers and sponsors, and our communities. We are excited to have the support of Valley PBS, Visit Yosemite Madera County, KJWL radio, Sierra Telephone, The Fresno Philharmonic, the Madera and Mariposa Art Councils, and the many other businesses, organizations, and individuals that offer their support or participate in the event. We believe it is this collaboration that leads to our success.
As an artist, there are many reasons to apply. Participating artists are featured in the tour catalog, included in a month-long Preview Exhibit, and benefit from an extensive advertising campaign. While successful sales are important, the exposure alone is well worth the cost. Networking opportunities, offers to participate in other exhibits, and post show sales often result from participation in Sierra Art Trails.
Please join us for this exciting 15th anniversary event!
Sincerely, Jon Bock, President, Sierra Art Trails www.sierraarttrails.org
Source: Sierra Art Trails
