Presented by the
Washington Thoroughbred Foundation
in conjunction with the
Washington Thoroughbred Breeders Association
and Emerald Downs

Prospectus

“The Horse and a Whole Lot More”

ABOUT EQUINE ART 2008
    The contest, which was a popular event at the former WTBA Sales Pavilion at Longacres for sixteen years, is now in its seventh year since being resurrected through the efforts of the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders Association (WTBA) and Emerald Downs. Beginning in 2005, the art show moved under the auspices of the Washington Thoroughbred Foundation (WTF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and, as such, all sponsorships and/or other donations made to the art show are tax-deductible.
    The purpose of the show is to promote the horse and horse racing industry, as well as to support the equine artist. The show offers over $5,000 in prize money, $1,000 of which is dedicated to youth categories. It will be judged by a panel of distinguished artists and/or other knowledgeable individuals.

RECEPTION AND EXHIBITION DATES
    The show and sale will be open for public viewing on the track level at Emerald Downs from Thursday, July 10, through Sunday, July 13, 2008, during racing hours. Judging will take place on Wednesday, July 9. There will be a preview party and reception on the evening of July 9 at 7 p.m. All artists and their guests are invited to attend.

ENTRY CRITERIA

• The only criterion for each piece is that it capture the elements or essence of the horse, horse racing (but not limited to), the horse industry at large and/or all that surrounds the horse – “the horse and a whole lot more.”
• Only original equine fine art produced by the entering individual will be accepted (no prints, giclées or other reproductions, except as applicable for photography/digital and sculpture).
• All entries must be finished pieces – all paint, varnish, etc. must be dry. No greenware will be accepted.
• The Equine Art Committee reserves the right to accept or reject any piece at its discretion; however, the WTF, WTBA, Emerald Downs and the Equine Art Committee do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, disability, race, color, national or ethnic origin in any of their programs or policies.

SIZE LIMITATIONS

• Maximum size for two-dimensional art is 48" x 48" including frame. Maximum weight is 40 pounds.
• All two-dimensional art must be suitably WIRED for hanging.ITEMS NOT PROPERLY WIRED WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THE SHOW. This includes entries for all age categories.
• Maximum weight for sculpture is 40 pounds per item. Larger sculptures, such as life-size works, must receive approval by the Equine Art Committee prior to entry.
• All entries will be examined upon arrival.

ELIGIBILITY AND FEES

• Adult – $30 first piece, $20 each entry thereafter
• Intermediate (13 to 18 years) – $20 first piece, $15 each entry thereafter
• Pre-Teen (8 to 12 years) – FREE
• Children (7 years and under) – FREE
• Limited to three (3) entries per artist.
• Payment (US funds) must accompany entry to be valid.
• Entry fees are nonrefundable.
• There is no need to send slides or other represen-tation(s) of your artwork prior to delivery date.
• EARLY ENTRY IS ADVISED TO GUARANTEE YOUR ENTRY IN THE SHOW. The show is limited to 200 pieces total on a first come, first served basis. For early entry, send your completed entry form and payment to: Equine Art 2007, P.O. Box 1499, Auburn, WA 98071-1499 (checks payable to WTF).

RECEIVING DEADLINE

• HAND-DELIVERED entries will be accepted on TUESDAY, JULY 8 ONLY - NO EXCEPTIONS. NOTE NEW TIME: Hand-delivered entries will be accepted from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. ONLY.
• SHIPPED PIECES must ARRIVE BY (not post-marked by) MONDAY, JULY 7, but should not arrive prior to Thursday, July 3.

DELIVERY AND PICKUP

• Artwork entered in the competition/show must remain on exhibit until the close of racing on Sunday, July 13.
• Artists are responsible for delivery and pickup, including return postage, insurance (if desired) and packaging for mailed pieces (see Shipping).
• You must pick up your entry on Sunday, July 13, between 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Emerald Downs.
• Any remaining items may be picked up at Emerald Downs administrative offices after 9 a.m. on Monday, July 14.
• Any art not retrieved by Friday, July 25, becomes the property of the Equine Art Committee.

SHIPPING

• Do NOT use shipping “peanuts.” Bubble wrap (or foam for 3D art) are acceptable means of protection.
• Pack each piece separately. We will make every effort to re-use the packaging in which the piece(s) arrive. If your artwork is sold and needs to be shipped, we will ship it in its original container to the purchaser.
• Please make sure the return shipping address is legible on outside of package.
• The return of any artwork requiring shipping will be coordinated by the Equine Art Committee by Friday, July 25.
• You will be invoiced for actual shipping and insurance costs.* The Equine Art Committee expects to be reimbursed promptly. Your cooperation is appreciated.

INSURANCE
    It is suggested that all artwork be insured by the artist while it is in transit to and from Emerald Downs. While every precaution will be taken to see that no damage or theft occurs to the entries, neither the WTF, WTBA, Emerald Downs nor the Equine Art Committee will be responsible for loss or damage from any cause.
    The insured value is normally 65% of the retail price. This is suggested information; the method for determining an insured value is up to you.
    *The Equine Art Committee will automatically insure return-shipped pieces at 50% of the sale price listed on the entry form unless otherwise instructed by the artist.

SALES
    A retail price must accompany all entries and a 20% commission will be charged on all sold art.
    Every effort will be made to encourage sales, but it is strongly suggested that artists have their work reasonably priced.
    Work which is sold will remain on display until the close of the show. All sales during the run of the show will be handled by the Equine Art Committee.
    If you or someone else affiliated with you sells your artwork as a result of it being entered in the show, a 20% commission will be expected.

PRICING YOUR ARTWORK
    We will accept art valued at any price. We have found from past sales that some highly priced work does sell. Generally, however, the majority of the work that sells is priced under $1,000. When determining the selling price of your artwork, you should consider including the cost of insurance, shipping and packaging.

AWARDS
In 2007, cash prizes were given in the categories listed below. The Equine Art Committee thanks the sponsors who made these awards possible.

• Stanley A. Gillman Best in Show Award
• Angie Crockett Memorial People’s Choice Award
• Morrie and Joan Alhadeff Purchase Award
• Equine Art Purse Trophy Purchase Award in memory of Vivian F. McMurry
• Flying With Eagles Award for Oil and
• Riverbend Farm Award for Acrylic
• Vivian F. McMurry Memorial Award for Watercolor
• David & Elaine Parks of Fell Hill Farm Award for Objet d’Art
• Anishinabe Dream Horses Award for Mixed Media
• Jean G. Barclay Memorial Award for Pastel & Drawing
• Integrity Built Homes, LLC Award for Sculpture
• ESP Printing Award for Photography & Digital
• El Dorado Farms Intermediate Division Award (ages 13 to 18 years)
• Griffin Place Pre-teen & Children’s Division Award (If warranted by enough entries, this category will be broken into two categories – the children’s category for ages seven and under and the pre-teen category for ages eight to 12)
• Washington Thoroughbred Publication Award
• Equine Art Committee Poster Award

The committee anticipates similar award categories and cash prizes for 2008. However, we reserve the right to separate or combine categories or not to place awards if there is insufficient participation in any category.

DATES TO REMEMBER

Mid- to Late February
Prospectuses mailed and available

Monday, July 7
SHIPPED ART MUST ARRIVE AT EMERALD DOWNS (but should not arrive prior to Thursday, July 5)

Tuesday, July 8, 9 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
ALL HAND-DELIVERED ART ACCEPTED AT EMERALD DOWNS ON THIS DAY ONLY

Wednesday, July 9
Art will be judged
Preview party and reception at 7 p.m.

Thursday, July 10 - Sunday, July 13
Show is open for public viewing during racing hours on the track level at Emerald Downs

Sunday, July 13
Artists should pick up their art between 6:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. on the track level at Emerald Downs

Monday, July 14
Remaining art (that is not being shipped) may be picked up in the administrative offices at Emerald Downs after 9:00 a.m.
Return of shipped artwork will take place during this week.

Friday, July 25
Art that is not retrieved becomes the property of the Equine Art Committee, unless otherwise provided for.

For more INFORMATION:
If you need additional entry form(s) or more information, please contact the WTBA
    Phone: (253) 288-7878
    Fax: (253) 288-7890
    E-mail: maindesk@washingtonthoroughbred.com
    Web site: www.washingtonthoroughbred.com

Send Entry FORMS and FEES to:
    (Make checks payable to WTF)
    Equine Art 2008
    c/o WTBA
    P.O. Box 1499
    Auburn, WA 98071-1499

SHIPPING ADDRESS (for MAILED ART ONLY):
(See “Delivery and Pickup” and “Shipping” sections)
    Emerald Downs
    Attn: Equine Art 2008
    2300 Emerald Downs Drive
    Auburn, WA 98001

PDF-formatted Entry Form

Equine Art 2007 Award Winners

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