EXHIBIT

Calling all artists
for the 29th – 31st May Bank Holiday

Following the success of the Mentmore’s Arts Festival 2009, in St Mary’s Church and the Village Hall, which raised over £4000 for local charities – the organisers have been asked by many of the artists if they can book for 2010! The answer’s yes – we’re happy to make it a regular event in your calendar.

Book now for exhibition space in the Church and Village Hall

If you are a painter, sculptor, photographer or work in wood, glass or ceramics, this is a great opportunity to show and sell your work. Last year we had over 600 visitors and sold just under £5000 worth of art. If you book before 23rd April 2010 you will feature within our catalogue and on the website.

Can you help us attract more visitors?

Last year we attracted more visitors than ever, but still need to spread the word wider afield. To attract more visitors and potential buyers we’d like you to help us. We’ll supply you with posters, leaflets and invites to display and give to your family, friends and work colleagues.

Artists Master Classes – would you like to volunteer – ask for details

As well as our grand prize raffle, children’s art competition and refreshments served in the Village Hall and garden; this year we’re hoping to run a series of Master Classes in Still Life, Portrait and Landscape painting. If you would like to help run one of these classes throughout the weekend, for an 1 to 2 hour slot – please call us.

View Hall and Exhibition Layout

Set-up Day

Friday 28th May 12noon – 5pm is set-up day and all exhibits in the Church or Village Hall must be complete by 5pm at the very latest.

The Private View

Friday 28th May 7pm – 10pm we will hold a Private View (by invitation only) in the evening with wine and complimentary canapés.

• Each exhibitor in the Church and Village Hall will receive 6 invitations to distribute.
• Artists are advised to attend as this is an ideal opportunity to sell your art.
• Display posters either A4 or A4 size are also available

Exhibiting in Mentmore Village Hall

Mentmore Village Hall provides 14 wall spaces (4ft wide x 4ft deep – quote code REG:1 WALL) with pictures hung from the picture rail and on steel supports and 12 framed peg board stands (4ft wide by 4ft deep – quote code REG:1 PEG). Spaces can be reserved individually or up to a maximum of three. It is up to you how many exhibits your area can accommodate.

Exhibiting in St Mary’s Church

St Mary’s Church provides 20 exhibition spaces offering a unique mixture of framed peg boards. No fixtures other than those provided can be used anywhere within the church. Spaces can be reserved individually or up to a maximum of three. It is up to you how many exhibits your area can accommodate.

PLEASE NOTE:
All exhibition space (Church and Village Hall) is subject to availability. Where possible the organisers will allocate space as requested but this cannot be guaranteed.

External spaces

Additional outside pitches will be available in the churchyard, ideal for exhibitors with larger art and sculptures. Exhibitors may need to bring their own marquee or gazebo and be aware that all exhibits would need to be removed by 5pm each day as the organisers can not guarantee the security.

Please note: Commission is only applicable for those hiring external spaces if they use the MAF Credit Card facility

View Hall and Exhibition Layout