Secondary Guidelines (grades 9 -12)
checklist elementary guidelines

Guidelines for Exhibition: Frequently Asked Questions and Instructions for the Announcement Card Competition.

What kinds of work are accepted?
Original student work in any media, labeled on the front of the work with appropriate information. Labels provided for you to copy and attach to front of work, or prepare ahead and Download labels here. Unlabeled works will not be accepted. All possible precautions will be taken to ensure the safety of artwork, but it will not be insured and Hera is not responsible for damage, lost, or broken work.

How many pieces are accepted for the exhibition?
No more than ten entries per grade (9-12) from each High School.

Can students submit work independently of their school?
Yes, Limited to one entry per student.

When/Where do we submit the work?
Saturday, January 15th, 2005, from 10am-3pm, at Hera Gallery, 327 Main Street, Wakefield, Rhode Island, behind Phil's Restaurant.


Are there other ways of getting involved?

" Yes. Students interested in helping out with the show behind the scenes can contact the gallery at 789-1488 or email at info@heragallery.org.


Guidelines for Announcement Card Competition

Two students in grades 9-12 will be chosen by their teacher to compete in the Announcement Card Competition. The winning student, selected by the gallery, will have their artwork reproduced on professional quality, four-color announcement cards sent to 750 community members, artists and art institutions. The winning student will receive 25 cards for his or her own use.

There are no restrictions to the size or media of the submitted works.Teachers interested in submitting graphic design work need to contact Hera Gallery for size and resolution specifications.

Original artwork must be submitted by Wednesday, December 8th, 2004. Gallery hours are Wed-Fri (1 - 5), Sat (10 - 4).

Directions from Providence: Take 95 South to Route 4 to Route 1. Take exit for Wakefield. Continue through 3 traffic lights. Look for Hera on right just after Phil's Restaurant.
From Westerly and points South: Take Route to 1st Wakefield exit (1A). Stay on Main Street and look for Hera on the left just before Phil's.

Checklist/Schedule of Events

  • ASAP! Call- 789-1488 or email Hera Gallery info@heragallery.org to let us know if you are participating!
  • Wednesday, December 8th, 2004 Deadline for submissions if you are a high school participating in the Announcement Card Competition.
  • Saturday, January 15th, 2005 Drop-off work for the show at Hera between 10am- 3pm.
  • Saturday, February 5, 2005  Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony for Grades 9 - 12 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (awards at 8 p.m.) and for Grades K - 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and -- the artists' friends, family, and teachers are also invited -- come to Hera and enjoy the opening reception and awards ceremony
  • Saturday, March 5, 2005 Show ends.
  • Saturday, March 12, 2005 Pick-up work 10-4pm.

Note: the same person who dropped off the work should pick it up--in other words, if a teacher dropped off work, that teacher will pick it up, not the student or parents. If a student submitted work individually, that student must pick it up. Hera is not responsible for work left at the gallery, and will not retain it indefinitely. If necessary, please call ahead of time to make alternate arrangements to pick up work.

Questions? Contact Hera Gallery at 401-789-1488 or info@heragallery.org.

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