Presented by the
Washington Thoroughbred Foundation,
Washington Thoroughbred Breeders & Owners Association
and Emerald Downs

Prospectus

“The Horse and a Whole Lot More”

Prospectus 2013 (PDF format)

Entry Form 2013 (PDF format)

ABOUT EQUINE ART 2013
    The purpose of the show is to encourage equine artists and to support the arts, in general, as an integral part of all horse-related sports. The annual WTBA art show was very successful at Longacres in the 1980s and ’90s. In 2013 it will celebrate its 14th year of continued growth and success at Emerald Downs.
    The show offers over $5,000 in prize money, $750 of which is dedicated to youth categories. It is judged by a respected panel of distinguished artists and/or other knowledgeable individuals.
    The art show is presented 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.

2013 DATES TO REMEMBER

Mid- to Late February
Prospectuses mailed and available upon request.

Tuesday, July 9
SHIPPED ART MUST ARRIVE AT EMERALD DOWNS
(but should not arrive prior to Monday, July 1).

Wednesday, July 10, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
HAND-DELIVERED ART ACCEPTED at Emerald Downs on this day ONLY.

Thursday, July 11
Art will be judged.
Preview party and reception at 7 p.m.
Awards presentation at 8 p.m.

Friday, July 12 - Sunday, July 14
Open to the public on the track level at Emerald Downs:
Friday 5 p.m.- 10 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 14, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Artists should pick up their art on the track level at Emerald Downs.

Monday, July 15
Remaining art (that is not being shipped) may be picked up in the administrative offices at Emerald Downs after 9 a.m.
Return of shipped artwork will take place during this week.

Friday, July 26
Art that is not retrieved becomes the property of the Equine Art Committee, unless otherwise provided for.

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.
Pieces that have previously been entered in the Equine Art Show are NOT eligible.
NEW for 2013: The Equine Art Committee has the final authority on category assignment.
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 25 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 size for three-dimensional art is 36" x 36" x 36". Maximum weight for sculpture is 40 pounds per item. Larger sculptures 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 representation(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 2013, P.O. Box 1499, Auburn, WA 98071-1499 (checks payable to WTF).

RECEIVING DEADLINE

HAND-DELIVERED entries will be accepted on WEDNESDAY, JULY 10, ONLY - NO EXCEPTIONS. (9 a.m. - 3 p.m. ONLY.)
SHIPPED PIECES must ARRIVE BY (not post-marked by) TUESDAY, JULY 9, but should not arrive prior to Monday, July 1. Shipped art should be sent to Emerald Downs, Attn: Equine Art 2013, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn, WA 98001.

DELIVERY AND PICKUP

Artwork entered in the competition/show must remain on exhibit until the close of racing on Sunday, July 14.
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 14, between 6:30 and 8 p.m. at Emerald Downs.
Any remaining items may be picked up at Emerald Downs administrative offices after 9 a.m. on Monday, July 15.
Any art not retrieved by Friday, July 26, becomes the property of the Equine Art Committee.

SHIPPING

Please 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.
UPS is the preferred method of shipping.
You will be invoiced for actual shipping and insurance costs.* The Equine Art Committee expects to be reimbursed promptly. Your cooperation is appreciated.
The return of any artwork requiring shipping will be coordinated by the Equine Art Committee by Friday, July 26.

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, WTBOA, 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 2012, 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
The Campbell Award for Oil
Dr. Donald & Beverly Turner and Ramer & Clare Holtan Award for Acrylic
Vivian F. McMurry Memorial Award for Watercolor
Doctor Pav Award for Mixed Media
Jean G. Barclay Memorial Award for Pastel & Drawing
Pegasus Thoroughbred Training & Rehabilitation Center Award for Sculpture
David L. Parks Memorial Award for Objet d’Art
A-One Ornamental Ironworks Inc.(Gordy Jarnig & Connie LeBrie) Award for Digital
Duane Hamamura Memorial Award for Photography
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 2013. However, we reserve the right to separate or combine categories or not to place awards if there is insufficient participation in any category.

Artists are invited to submit one 8 1/2” x 11” typewritten page that may include biographical information; a photo (optional); an artist’s statement, if desired, explaining your interest or involvement in art or equine art; and/or contact information. These will be made available to the public in a three-ring binder (not for display). Because of space limitations, we cannot accept or display business cards or other promotional materials.

Prospectus (PDF format)

Entry Form (PDF format)

Equine Art 2012 Award Winners

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

Send ENTRY FORMS and FEES to:
    Make checks payable to WTF.
    Equine Art 2013
    c/o WTBOA
    P.O. Box 1499
    Auburn, WA 98071-1499

SHIPPING ADDRESS (for ART ONLY):
Send entry forms and fees separately to address shown above.
See “Delivery and Pickup” and “Shipping” sections for more information.
    Emerald Downs
    Attn: Equine Art 2013
    2300 Emerald Downs Drive
    Auburn, WA 98001

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