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The submission deadline for the 15 Minutes Gallery has been extended to  May 7, 2009.

The 15 Minutes Gallery is currently seeking artists and innovators to showcase recent work in both traditional and new media. To celebrate the synergy that exists between the art and tech communities in Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Technology Council is partnering with the James Gallery to create this one-of-a-kind exhibition.

DETAILS: The exhibition will open at the 15 Minutes Gallery on June 18, 2009 and run through September 1, 2009. The opening event will feature live music, cocktails, hor’s d’ouvres — as well as speakers and presentations from some of Pittsburgh’s foremost art organizations and creative tech companies.

SUBMISSIONS: Participants are encouraged to submit artwork in any medium, including 2D, 3D and 4D, in any subject matter. Works that exemplify regional excellence and ingenuity will be selected for exhibition.

AWARDS + PRIZES: Exhibition participants will be eligible for the following awards:
Best in Show; Best BOT Award [best robotic work]; Art + Technology Award [best new media]; Fine Art Award [best traditional media]; One Pittsburgh Award [regional culture award]; and One World Award [global diversity award].

A $500 cash prize will be awarded to the Best in Show. All awardees will be granted the opportunity to participate in a Winners Exhibit at The James Gallery. All awardees, plus 5 additional Honorable Mentions, will be awarded extended consignment for one year at the Pittsburgh Technology Council’s 15 Minutes Gallery.

ELIGIBILITY: All individuals age 18 or older are eligible for submission. Participants currently residing in western Pennsylvania are preferred. Individuals may submit work on behalf of a business unit.

FEES: The entry fee of $25 [non-refundable check or money-order, payable to PHTC Services] includes up to 5 artwork submissions; All works of art in the 15 Minutes Gallery can be for sale to the general public, with 75% of the proceeds returning to the artist.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS: All entries should be submitted in electronic format, with a maximum of 10 MB each. No slides, printed reproductions or original pieces of artwork will be accepted for review. Each submission must be clearly labeled with its title and artist’s name. All submission materials become property of the Pittsburgh Technology Council. Submission materials will not be returned.

NOTIFICATION: Accepted participants will be notified via email or phone by May 15, 2009. A gallery/participant contract will be presented upon acceptance notification.

JUDGING: Submissions will be juried by The Pittsburgh Technology Council, The James Gallery and CREATE Lab.
Chosen work must be delivered to the gallery by Friday, June 5, 2008. All work must be delivered ready to display, including any accessories, electronics and/or hanging wires with museum quality framing or mounting. Advanced installation criteria must be executed by the participant in coordination with the gallery. The 15 Minutes Gallery will not be responsible for providing electronic equipment or executing installations. 2D artwork is limited in size to 70”x70.”The 15 Minutes Gallery will recieve a 25% commission on any work sold.

TO ENTER: Send a one-page artist statement [in electronic format] along with the Submission Form, $25 entry fee [payable to PHTC Services] and up to 5 submissions to the Pittsburgh Technology Council via mail or delivery, by May 7, 2009.

CONTACT: Direct alll questions and submission forms to:
Kim Chestney Harvey,  kharvey@pghtech.org, 2000 Technology Dr., ste. 100, Pgh, PA 15219