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We are pleased to welcome contemporary fiber artist Carol Watkins to EBCA.  Carol brings an interesting new approach to fiber arts to EBCA with her blen of digital technology and traditional needle arts. As Carol states, "I strive to create art that connects each of us to nature and the world around us.  I use art as my means of communication just as a writer uses words.  I hope to share my vision and awaken others love of nature through imagery created in fiberart."

You can read more about Carol Watkins and view her work here:  www.ebcacolorado.org/watkins

EBCA welcomes accomplished photographer Robert Castellino to our membership.  He specializes in wildlife and nature photography in addition to portraits.  Robert has been in Lafayette for a number of years, was hired by the Indian Peaks Golf Club to photograph their course and has developed a successful art career.  We are pleased to have him as an EBCA member.

You can read more about Robert Castellino and see his work here: www.ebcacolorado.org/castellino

5th ANNUAL EBCA HOLIDAY SHOW and SALE CALL FOR ENTRIES FOR ARTISTS

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Where:
The vacated Crawdaddy’s Toy shop at Forest Park in Lafayette, SE corner of Hwy 42 (95th st) and Arapahoe.
This 1700 sq ft space is brightly lit w/ wood floors and plenty of natural light.

When:
Dec 4,5,6 and possibly 11,12,13, in December. Hours approximately Friday 5-9, Sat and Sun 10-6.  Reception will be held Friday the 4th – food and wine.

Why:
This Annual Fundraiser gives our patrons a chance to shop under one roof.  20% of proceeds go directly to EBCA activities.  This is a very important source of funding for EBCA.  Over the years, sales have ranged from $7000- $12,000.  Gives, you the artists, a venue to sell Holiday priced artwork, and a chance to mingle with other EBCA artists.

Who:
All EBCA members and other artists and fine crafters working in all media can apply.  Only original art work will be considered.

What:
Our staff will hang the show like a Gallery- we have display cubes and tables.  Back stock is encouraged and storage is provided.
Artwork priced between $20 and $150 tends to sell best at this event.  Drop off and check in, and pick up times will be available.  EBCA handles all sales, charges at a central cashier.  Artists are asked to provide packaging for sold artwork.

APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED:  ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY November 6th.

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Fees:

• $10 Non-refundable Application fee by check made payable to EBCA for non-EBCA members.
• $100 Show Fee due upon receipt of acceptance.
• 20% Percentage of sales deducted from total sales by EBCA members,
• 30% percentage of sales deducted from sales by non-EBCA members.

** Participants are required to work approx 6hr. shift cashiering, wrapping, restocking, set up/clean up crew.

Included in your application fee is:

• Priemere East Boulder county Location, close to Lafayette, Louisville, Longmont, Erie and Superior, and Boulder.
• Beautiful postcard announcement – approx 10,000 to be printed.  Electronic pdf version for email invites.
• Press releases to newspapers, media, and organizations
• Posting on radio and news calendars
• Signage provided two weeks before sale starts
• Poster displays
• Listing on EBCA website
• General Liability insurance
• Wine at the reception

How to Apply:
email or mail the attached application and submit 3
digital images (jpeg format, less than 1 MB each, 300 DPI
resolution). Current EBCA members do not have to submit images.

Important Dates:
10/25 Application/images/ $10 non EBCA application fee due,$100 Participation fee for everyone
10/30 - All applicants notified of Jury decisions
11/9 – postcards and posters ready for distribution
12/3 – morningn 12/4 Sale set-up
12/4,5,6 SALE and reception
12/11,12,13 SALE possibly
12/21  checks sent to artists for sales


Each artists is required to work 6 hrs.
Each artist must provide an inventory sheet for all artwork.  This sheet will be provided w/ instructions upon acceptance.  All 2D work must have hangers taped to the back.

EBCA  retains the right to make all final merchandising
decisions.

PLEASE emaiL ARABELLA TATTERSHALL With questions

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We are pleased to welcome stained glass artist, Linda Ehlers, to EBCA.  Linda is based in Superior and has been workin in stained glass for over 20 years.  She brings a wealth of talent and a new medium to the group.  As Linda explains she got started as an artist, "In 1986, after graduating from college with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering in Massachusetts, I took up the art of stained glass as a hobby to give myself a break from math and computers."

You can read more about Linda Ehlers and view her work here:  www.ebcacolorado.org/ehlers