ExhibitionJune 25–August 13, 2016The American Art Company1126 Broadway PlazaTacoma, Washingtonwww.americanartco.com

Entry Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dec. 15–Mar. 31Jury Selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . April 15–30Selected Artists Announced . . May 1Arrival Dates for Artwork . . . . . . May 30–June 10Final Jury/Award Selection . . . June 21Award Winners Notified . . . . . . June 22–24Departure Dates for Artwork . . August 17–30

EnterPage2 Specifications and Requirements Eligibility Entry Fee Deadline for Entries Your Commitment to Ship Artwork Specifications Permission and Copyright2 Selection Process3 Shipping3 Liability3 Sales3 Awards and Notifications3 Earning Signature Status3 Instructions for Submitting Entry Online4 Exhibition or Technical Questions?4 The American Art Company4 Juror: Michael W. Monroe5 NEW: Exhibition Entry Checklist

Colored Pencil Society of America • 24th Annual International Exhibition and Convention

PROSPECTUS

GoPage6 Convention Location6 Convention Week Schedule6 Registering for Events6 Cancellations 6 Convention Questions?6 CPSA Awards Banquet6 Artists’ Reception6 Dessert Buffet7 Workshops8 Stay With CPSA8 Airport and Transportation8 Mail-in Event Payment Form

ConventionJuly 26–30, 2016Hotel Murano1320 Broadway PlazaTacoma, Washingtonwww.hotelmuranotacoma.com Hotel Cutoff for CPSA Rate . . . . .July 3

Deadline for Online or Mailed Event Payments . . . . . . . .July 16

ENTER24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

2

SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSEligibility

Open to living artists 18 years or older, regardless of geographic location. Artists may submit a digital image of one or two different works, but only one piece per artist may appear in the exhibition. Entries must be submitted to the 24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition as instructed on the CaFÉ website at:

http://www.callforentry.org/

No preferential treatment for CPSA members.

Entry FeeNonrefundable entry fee: CPSA members $25 (covers one or two entries); non-members $35. Additional costs to accepted artists include shipping and handling costs (see Shipping information on page 3).

Deadline for Entries11:59 p.m. (Mtn. Time), March 31, 2016

Your Commitment to ShipBy submitting an entry you are making a commitment to ship your artwork, if accepted, to the CPSA exhibition. Please do not submit a piece that has been entered in another show or been sold (in hopes the owner will let it be shown). We discourage entering and then withdrawing your work because it is inconvenient for you. Each work not sent deprives another artist of the opportunity to be in the show. And remember, your work must actually appear in the show in order to count toward signature status.

Artwork Specifications• Media must be 100% colored pencil. Use of any other

media (watercolor, acrylic, oil, ink, etc.) or artist pre-pared surface disqualifies entry. Acceptable products for the International Exhibition can be found on our website (www.cpsa.org) under “Show Requirements.”

Acceptable additions: solvents (e.g., turpentine) and graphite pencil used under/between/over colored pencil layers.

• Artwork must be two-dimensional; matting with multiple windows (diptychs, triptychs) making a single presentation is acceptable. No collage or montage.

• Artwork must have been completed after March 31, 2013, and not previously hung in any CPSA International Exhibition.

• Concept, design, and execution of the artwork shall be solely that of the artist. No work copied from copyrighted or published materials. No collabora-tions (works executed by more than one artist). No images produced by drawing over a digital reproduction. No prints. No work copied from someone else’s photograph—even with permission.

• Framed size cannot exceed 32x40 inches. Mats must be white, off-white, tan, gray or black; frames should be simple in design (no ornately carved wooden frames).

• Artwork must be ready to hang by wire—no saw tooth hangers. If glazed, use plexiglas only. Absolutely NO glass or “clip on” frames.

• Information on submitted entry form regarding size and price cannot be changed. Artwork cannot be altered after submission of entry.

• CPSA, juror, and gallery reserve the right to disallow a work if it fails to meet the specified criteria.

WARNING: Penalties for failure to comply with specifications include: • Immediate removal of offending work from show and

omission from TTP, CPSA website, DVD, etc. • Return of any money or goods awarded as prizes. • Forfeiture of signature status and merit awards.

Permission and CopyrightBy submitting an entry, the Artist grants permission for CPSA to use the accepted image in its newsletter, To The Point, on its website at www.cpsa.org, on the read-only DVD of artwork from the CPSA shows of 2016, and for brochures, promotional materials, and publicity about the show. Every effort will be made to maintain quality true to the submitted image, recognizing that the print or electronic medium may affect how the viewer receives the image. The Artist hereby certifies that he or she holds the copyright for this material and the copyright remains with said Artist. CPSA will display a notice that material must not be “downloaded” or copied, but will not be held responsible if artwork is copied. The Artist also certifies that the work submitted is original and does not infringe on any existing copyright. If artwork includes image of any person, artist certifies that a model release for such people has been obtained.

SELECTION PROCESSSelection does not guarantee artwork will appear in the show, as there are two major steps to the process:

Step 1: a) Juror selects artwork based on artistic merit

(April 15–30, 2016). b) Artists are notified of acceptance on www.cpsa.org

(May 1, 2016) and by postcard. (If work cannot be shipped, notify exhibition director immediately.)

Step 2: a) Artists ship selected work (arrival May 30–June 10,

2016). b) A final review verifies that work meets “Artwork

Specifications” and is of same quality depicted by digital image. Artwork not meeting specifications will be returned at artist’s expense.

ENTER24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

3

SHIPPINGAccepted artists are responsible for all shipping expenses to and from exhibition, plus a $45 cartage fee to cover handling of shipped work or a $25 fee for uncrated paintings hand-delivered to cartage company. Shipping instructions will provide additional details.

Artwork must be shipped in sturdy reusable cartons. Artwork arriving in unsuitable boxes will be returned COD and disqualified from the exhibition. This fee does not include insurance coverage. Extra shipping insurance is highly recommended.

Shipping instructions will be available May 1, 2016, on the CPSA website (www.cpsa.org).

After the exhibition closes, the cartage company repacks and ships unsold artwork back to artists. Please keep in mind there are about 120 works to be repacked, which takes place over a two-week period. Depending on your location and selected shipping method, allow about a month after the exhibition for your artwork to reach you.

LIABILITYEvery precaution is taken to protect the artwork. The American Art Company, Phoenix Art Restoration and Custom Framing, and CPSA are not responsible for any work delivered in damaged condition. The gallery will take all precautions for artwork on the premises and all work will be insured during the run of the exhibition.

However, artists should always insure their own work and are responsible for contacting their own insurance agent prior to shipping.

SALESAll artwork must be for sale. The gallery retains a 50% commission on any sales that occur during the exhibition. No change in price is permitted after submitting an entry. Artwork must be available for the duration of the exhibition.

AWARDS AND NOTIFICATIONSNumerous monetary awards and the CIPPY Best of Show award are presented each year at the convention awards banquet. Last year, cash awards totaled $16,400. Award winners will be notified by telephone between June 22 and June 24, 2016.

EARNING SIGNATURE STATUSCPSA members may earn signature status (the right to include the letters CPSA after their name) by having their art appear in three CPSA International Exhibitions within ten years. Any lapse in CPSA membership results in loss of prior acceptances and forfeiture of signature status.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING YOUR ENTRY ONLINEDeadline for Entries

11:59 p.m. (Mtn. Time), March 31, 2016

Entry StepsIMPORTANT: Please complete as much of the process in advance as possible. See checklist on page 5.

1. Go to the CaFÉ™ website at: http://www.callforentry.org/ and register well before the March 31 deadline. There is no fee for artists to set up an account, and if you registered previously, you should still be in their system.

2. Prepare digital images of your artwork according to the CaFÉ™ specifications below (additional details available on their website and at www.cpsa.org). All images must be formatted to the following specifications in order to upload successfully into the system:

Dimensions: No smaller than 1920 pixels on the longest side. File Format: Save all images as BASELINE Standard JPEG. Do not save as a Progressive JPEG. Compression: JPEG files must be smaller than 5.0 MB. To see the file size, close your editing program, highlight the file and Get Info or View Properties. Color space: Save images in an RGB color space, preferably sRGB. File Names: JPG file names should be the artwork title with a .jpg file extension (e.g., Green Giant.jpg)TIP: Most photo labs can create a digital file to the CaFÉ™ specifications from your original artwork.

3. Upload your digital images to your CaFÉ™ account. Note: You may store up to 100 images and submit them to any event listed on the CaFÉ™ website. TIP: If entering an image appearing as “committed” to another show entry, either select “archive” to release it for this entry, or create a duplicate.

4. Apply to the 24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition call for entries on the CaFÉ™ website between December 15, 2015, and March 31, 2016. You will need to accept the agreement and enter all information requested on the entry form. Be careful to follow the instructions exactly. NOTE: Ignore the “Invitational Pass Code” checkbox. WARNING: If you are entering two pieces, be sure to submit both images at the same time. Once you have finalized your entry and checked out, there is no way to go back and make changes.

5. When you are satisfied with your entry form, proceed to “Checkout.” CPSA members should enter 2016 as the discount code to receive the lower member rate.

continued on page 4

ENTER24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

4

You can pay by credit card on the CaFÉ™ site or mail a check (payable to CPSA) to:

Kay Schmidt 165 SW Tualatin Loop West Linn, OR 97068

Check must be postmarked before March 31, 2016.

6. A list of accepted works will be posted on the CPSA website (www.cpsa.org) within 3 days of the jurying. Shipping information will be available May 1, 2016, on the CPSA website (www.cpsa.org). A confirmation postcard will be sent to each accepted artist.

EXHIBITION QUESTIONS?Arlene Weinstock, Exhibitions Director exhibitions@cpsa.org•424-248-9988

(9 a.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time, no collect calls)

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS?Arlene Weinstock, Exhibitions Director exhibitions@cpsa.org•424-248-9988

Ranjini Venkatachari, Web Systems Director webmaster@cpsa.org•425-891-7291

(9 a.m.–6 p.m. Pacific Time, no collect calls)

The American Art Company

Established in 1898, The American Art Company is the oldest gallery in the Northwest. This very classy

gallery is located in the heart of a vibrant and interesting older and rejuvenated section of Tacoma. It represents artists from Japan, Europe, and the United States, offering a variety of contemporary works on paper, paintings, sculpture, art quilts, expressions in wood, and baskets.

Location and Contact Information:The American Art Company 1126 Broadway Plaza Tacoma, WA 98402 253-272-4327 or 1-800-753-2278 www.americanartco.com

Hours, Admission, Parking:

• The gallery is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• No admission fee

• Angled street parking is available in front of the gallery and assistance will be provided for any loading or unloading needs.

• Directions: www.americanartco.com/directions/

Juror: Michael W. Monroe

Michael Monroe has been involved with the

contemporary American studio craft movement for over 50 years.

Prior to his current status as director emeritus of the Bellevue Arts Museum in Bellevue, Washington, Monroe served as its director. Previously he served as executive director of the American Craft Council and earlier was president of the Peter Joseph Gallery in New York City.

For twenty-one years, 1974–1995, he was curator-in-charge of the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s Renwick Gallery. Additionally he was professor of art and directed the Martin Mullen Fine Arts Gallery at the State University of New York, Oneonta.

Monroe has authored publications, served as juror for numerous national and international competitions in all media, delivered lectures and organized exhibitions focusing on and issues relating to contemporary American craft and design.

He received a Master of Fine Arts degree in Design in 1971 from Cranbrook Academy of Art in Michigan and in 1967 graduated with a BS degree in art education from the University of Wisconsin. In Chicago, he attended the American Academy of Art and the School of the Art Institute.

Please read this prospectus thoroughly and use this checklist to make sure you’re ready BEFORE you visit the CaFÉ website to enter the 24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition.

Yes, my artwork is 100% colored pencil, two-dimensional, within a single frame or on a single surface. (See page 2)

Yes, my artwork was completed after March 31, 2013, and has not appeared in any previous CPSA International Exhibition. (See page 2)

Yes, my artwork is my own concept, design, and execution. Any reference photos not my own were used only to help compose my original concept. (See page 2)

Yes, my frame will meet framing requirements: 1) outside measurements do not exceed 32 x 40 inches (or 40 x 32), 2) it’s ready to hang with wire (not sawtooth hanger), 3) my mat is white, off-white, tan, gray, or black, 4) my frame is simple in design; and 5) if glazed, my artwork is behind plexiglas (not glass). (See page 2)

Yes, my image was saved as an RGB (preferably sRGB) Baseline (“Standard”) JPG and not a Progressive JPG. (See page 3)

Yes, my artwork image: 1) is no smaller than 1920 pixels on the longest side, 2) the image shows only my artwork and not the mat or frame, and 3) the file size is no greater than 5 MB. (See page 3)

If I am submitting two entries, I am ready to submit both at the same time. I have correctly prepared images of each. (See page 4)

CPSA Members Only: I know to enter “2016” as the discount code to receive the lower member entry rate, which covers up to the maximum of two entries.

My title uses standard capitalization (generally, first letter capitalized in each word with more than four letters) and my dimensions are in inches to nearest tenth and do NOT include mat or frame. Use the blanks below to record title, dimensions, and price (all artwork MUST be for sale).

Entry one: Title ___________________________________________________________________

Artwork dimensions: height ________width _______depth = 0 Price $_______________

Entry two: Title ___________________________________________________________________

Artwork dimensions: height ________width _______depth = 0 Price $_______________

Exhibition Entry Checklist

5

GO24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

6

CONVENTION WEEK SCHEDULETuesday, July 26

Day: CPSA national board meeting; DC ForumEvening: Show preview/forum dinner (CPSA national board and DC delegates only)

Wednesday, July 27Day: DC Forum/joint meeting; CPSA national board meetingEvening: Meet & Greet in Hospitality Suite

Thursday, July 28Day: Colored pencil workshopsEvening: Art Gala (view show entries, silent auction, door prizes)

Friday, July 29Day: Colored pencil workshopsEvening: Awards banquet (please, no children under 12)

Saturday, July 30Afternoon: Artists’ receptionEvening: Dessert buffet

REGISTERING FOR EVENTSYou must register online for CPSA events at: www.cpsa.org. Payment also may be made online or you may mail the form on page 8 with your payment.

Tip: To ensure you have a name tag ready for you at the convention, please register online even if you are not paying for an event.

Deadline for receiving online and mailed payments is July 16, 2016.

CANCELLATIONSThere is a $20 charge per person/per event for cancellations made prior to July 16, 2016. No refunds will be made after that date. Processing of refunds will occur two weeks after the convention ends on July 30.

CONVENTION LOCATIONHotel Murano1320 Broadway Plaza • Tacoma, Washington

Historic and modern merge together to create the unique boutique Hotel Murano boasting a 4 star Forbes rating. Tacoma is the epicenter of the American glass art movement and, honoring that heritage, Hotel Murano pairs luxurious guest rooms and well-appointed event space with a museum-worthy collection of glass art from around the globe. With a world-class art collection, delicious cuisine, full service spa, and beautiful Tacoma meeting rooms and event space, Hotel Murano is the perfect place to wake up inspired. You will be 2 blocks from the American Art Company where the CPSA International Exhibition is located. In Tacoma, there's something for every palate and every sensibility. Visit http://experiencetacoma.com/ to learn about the many historical districts, shopping, dining, museums, and outdoor activities. Many are located within a short distance of the Hotel Murano.

CONVENTION QUESTIONS?Debbie Hook, Conventions Director conventions@cpsa.org•937-685-3066

(9 a.m.–7 p.m. Eastern Time, no collect calls)

CPSA AWARDS BANQUETFriday, July 29Hotel Murano

6:00 p.m. social hour, cash bar; 7:00 p.m. dinner $55 per person (please, no children under 12)

Menu ChoicesPrime Rib—slow roast au jus with horseradish, potato, and seasonal vegetable

Dijon Chicken—breaded chicken breast with a tangy Dijon sauce, potato, and seasonal vegetable

Polenta Cake—with portabella mushroom, spaghetti squash, and rustic tomato sauce

Meals include: Side salad with two dressing choices, rolls with butter, water, tea, coffee, and dessert.

ARTISTS’ RECEPTIONSaturday, July 30The American Art Company

4:00–6:00 p.m.

DESSERT BUFFETSaturday, July 30Hotel Murano

8:00–10:00 p.m.

GO24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

7

Instead of adding layers of colored pencil, this

workshop presents a technique for stripping value away from the drawing surface to expose the hidden layers retained by a textured surface. Tracy Frein calls this process “Drawing by Subtraction.” You will not only enhance your knowledge of value, but rediscover and use a range of values to visually define objects, create contrast, and render intricate details of light and shadow. You will practice a variety of additive and subtractive methods to express observed tones while explor-ing the “eraser” as an art medium. Working both sides of the drafting film creates the depth that gives the illusion of distance.

Although color can be very life-like, it can also be distracting. Tracy chooses to work in black for dramatic purposes and to capture a mood in a moment. It also allows him to concentrate on the forms, values, and shadows of the face. Drafting film, with its translucent properties, also allows you to achieve luminous results using the full range of the colored pencil medium. Whatever your style, this workshop will inspire you to celebrate your subject matter in a unique manner and expand your work to reveal a compelling story.

This workshop is about expanding your horizons to apply colored

pencil in three dimensions. It offers an unusual project for creating a work of art using colored pencil and mixed media on a 5" x 5" Ampersand claybord box. Kendra will discuss subject matter, compositions for drawings, application of colored pencil to the image transfer, and artistic ideas for the completed boxes.

The two stages of the project include how to transfer an image that serves as a base for the colored pencil drawing and how to apply colored pencil to the images on the box. You will learn how to transfer black and white images onto drawing paper to be used in place of a detailed line drawing.

You will then complete two small image transfers and colored pencil drawings to be affixed to the top and inside bottom of the box. And finally, Kendra will guide you through the options for decorating the sides of your box with acrylic painting and/or collage and provide instructions about how to assemble and varnish the boxes at home.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Tracy Frein is a CPSA member who has been active in DC 107– Chicago, including a stint as its president. Tracy spent over 30 years as a commercial artist in the field of package design and worked on some very recognizable consumer products. At the Des Moines Register, Tracy took advantage of the art supplies at his disposal to develop his art skills. He left the newspaper in 1978 to study art at the University of Kansas, working as a production artist to pay his way. His degree enabled him to start his own art production business in Chicago where he still lives.

Tracy’s artwork has appeared in many exhibitions in the Chicago area and he has received numerous awards. CPSA members will remember his Award for Distinction in the 2015 CPSA International Exhibition, honorable mention in the 2015–2016 ArtSpectations show, and his Best of Show in the Spring 2015 ArtSpectations show.

SUPPLIES

Attendees will receive a link to the exact supply list on the CPSA website with their emailed registration confirmation. The instructor will provide Duralar that is prepared for the workshop. Items to bring will include black Prismacolor Premier, Verithin, and Art Stix, several types of erasers, a chamois, a foam core drawing surface, tortillons, masking tape, and drafting brush. Warning: For those sensitive to solvents, an odorless mineral spirit will be in use during the workshop.

ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR

Kendra Ferreira, who has a 5-year merit CPSA signature and CPX signature status, holds a BFA from Massachusetts College of Art in Boston. Initially attracted to graphic design, Kendra worked at a newspaper and printing company for several years before pursuing her art full time. She works primarily in colored pencil as well as in printmaking, pastel, and watercolor.

Kendra is a founding partner of Beach Studios in Middletown, RI, where she teaches classes in drawing and painting. Her award-winning artwork has hung in exhibitions throughout the U.S., been published in four books, and featured in two colored pencil magazines. Her work has appeared in several CPSA exhibitions and won an Award for Outstanding Recognition in the 2007 CPSA International Exhibition.

SUPPLIES TO BRING

Attendees will receive a link to the exact supply list on the CPSA website with their emailed registration confirmation. The workshop fee covers the cost of the 5" x 5" Ampersand Box Kit to be given out at the workshop. Some items to bring include Chartpak Colorless Blender marker, Grafix Double Tack mounting film, white Stonehenge paper or Strathmore Bristol vellum paper, colored pencils, eraser, #2 drawing pencil, pencil sharpener, X-Acto knife, 2" soft flat brush, and small plastic container. Warning: For those sensitive to solvents, Chartpak blenders contain a solvent and will be used during the workshop.

Workshop: Drawing by Subtraction—with Tracy Frein

Workshop: Colored Pencil Goes 3D—with Kendra Ferreira, CPSA, CPX

GO24th Annual CPSA International Exhibition and Convention

8

STAY WITH CPSAHotel Murano 1320 Broadway Plaza Tacoma, WA www.hotelmuranotacoma.com

Special CPSA RateKing or 2 Doubles (1–2 occupancy): $139 2 Doubles (3 occupancy): $149 2 Doubles (4 occupancy): $159 All rates subject to state, local, and tourism taxes. To reserve your room call the hotel at 866-986-8083. Be sure to ask for the special CPSA rate. Please register early, as rooms at the CPSA rate are limited.Check-in: 3:00p.m.•Checkout: 11:00 a.m. Pacific time

The last day to receive the special room rate is Sunday, July 3, 2016.

Parking: Self-parking on site $16 daily / valet parking on site $22 daily. Rates are subject to change.

Amenities: Complimentary high-speed wireless Internet; 24-hour room service, fitness room, and business center. For a complete list visit the Hotel Murano website at www.hotelmuranotacoma.com

AIRPORTS AND TRANSPORTATIONSea-Tac International Airport (about 24 miles from hotel)

17801 International Blvd. Seattle, WA 98158206-787-5388www.portseattle.org/Sea-Tac

Ground TransportationPlease make your own arrangements with any of the private transports in the Seattle/Tacoma area. Check websites for options.

• Shared Ride Service Discounts for round trip / booking more than 1 rider. Capital Aeroporter: www.capair.com/tacoma Shuttle Fare: www.shuttlefare.com

• Taxi Companies http://seattletravel.com/transportation/seattle-taxis/

• Public Transportation Sound Transit: Requires approximate .4 mile walk to bus; one transfer, and .2 mile walk to hotel. www.soundtransit.org/tacomalink

Mail-In Event Payment FormAll registrations must first be made (and may be paid) online at:

www.cpsa.orgTo pay by mail, send this form with check payable to CPSA in U.S. funds to:

Kay Schmidt 165 Tualatin Loop West Linn, OR 97068

Name____________________________________________________________________________________

Street Address______________________________________________________________________________

City______________________________State/Province____________Zip/Postal Code___________________

Country__________Email______________________________________Telephone_____________________

Mark registered events being paid:

Thursday Frein Workshop: ______members @ $90; ______non-members @ $105

Friday Frein Workshop ______members @ $90; ______non-members @ $105

Thursday Ferreira Workshop ______members @ $100; ______non-members @ $115

Friday Ferriera Workshop ______members @ $100; ______non-members @ $115

Banquet ______ persons @ $55/ea Qty: ___Beef ___Chicken ___Vegetarian

Total enclosed for all registered events (payable to CPSA in U.S. dollars)

24th Annual CPSA Convention

PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY

MAIL-IN EVENT PAYMENT FORMYou must register online for CPSA events at www.cpsa.org. It's best to pay online when you register, but you may mail the form below with a check for your payment.

Tip: To ensure you have a name tag ready for you at the

convention (required for admittance to events), please register online even if you are not paying for an event.

Deadline for PaymentCPSA must receive mailed or online payment no later than July 16, 2016.

Mail-in payments must be received by July 16, 2016

$

Print name(s) below of other attendee(s) for whom you are paying, or who will attend free events with you:

________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________