John Eggerton from Ducks Unlimited visited us again on Sat Nov 22. He brought a print of this year's Sponsorship Print Winner- our own Barb Girouard! The prints look fantastic Barb! Well done!
John explained that the artists get to keep their original painting, but gives up only the copyright for paper prints to D.U. for one year.The artists may sell canvas Giclees of the image at any time.
There are 2000 paper prints made to give to people who donate to D.U. thus the Sponsorship Print. 12 of the 2000 prints will have a Remarque, or a small painting (acrylic or watercolor) on the bottom of the artist's print) that relates to the big print. The size is about 2"x3"These special Sponsorship prints will be auctioned because they have a mini original on the print and are more valuable. The artist will receive 100 AP( artists proofs) to sell once the year is up.
There were 86 entries this year, including some from students from very well known artists ( RB). All entries are sent to Ontario to see if they will be chosen for the Merchandise catalogue. John will deliver one as soon as it is available.
Changes for 2010
The Provinces will no longer have individual sponsorship prints. the top three picks from Alberta will be sent to Ontario and three National Sponsorship prints will chosen. One entry will be chosen as the D.U National Artist. There will be the regular procedure for the Merchandising Catalogue.
John uses Priority Printing for all the D.U. prints. If you are interested seer Ann Bussy. They are located at 107th Av and 178st in Edmonton.
This is a unique and wonderful opportunity to get National Recognition for your art! all the info, Forms and subject categories are available at Hidden Talent. The submission date is early July! Lets keep the brushes busy and see what happens!!!
