The theme of the week seems to be “Eat Out” or at least “Show Out(side)” of your neighborhood.  Here is a great show in the North Suburbs of Chicago that is juried from an International pool of artists. 

There is a $35 entry fee; however, the Northbrook Public Library (sponsor of the show) does not take a commission on sales.  Woo hoo! 

I frequently expound the virtues of showing in more academic and/or public venues like universities and libraries.  These are opportunities for you to show in a respected space and often find a different audience.  Give it a try.  Here’s the call:

The Northbrook Public Library is seeking entries for its 8th annual international juried art show, “Without a Map,” to be held October 1 through November 15, 2010. A gala opening reception will be held October 1.

Artists 18 years and older, working in all 2-D and 3-D art media, are invited to submit digital entries. The exhibition is limited to original artwork created within two years of the entry date.

Artists should consider the theme, “Without a Map,” as embodying free-spiritedness, exploration, independence and an inherent desire to attain a goal.

The exhibit is open to the general public and artwork must be viewable for all ages.

Prizes include a $2,000 purchase prize as well as numerous other prizes.

Entry fee is $35 for up to three submissions.

Deadline for submission is May 31, 2010.

For a prospectus and entry form, visit www.northbrook.info/map.php .

For more information call 847-272-7074 or email artshow@northbrook.info.

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