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SUMMARY:Art & Soul - Artist Registration
DESCRIPTION:It’s almost time! The 15th annual Art & Soul of the Magic Valley artist registration will open January 1.\nPlan to enter your artwork for a chance at a piece of $50\,000 in prize money awarded to up to 98 individual artists. Get all the details\, how-tos\, 2025 changes\, and more below! \n\nArtist registration is open from January 1 until midnight on March 31\, 2025. \n  \nEnter work now for a chance at up to $50\,000 in prize money!\nThe Magic Valley Arts Council is pleased to announce the 15th annual Art & Soul of the Magic Valley\, to be held June 6 – 28\, 2025 in Twin Falls\, Idaho. We are seeking entries from artists around the world to participate in this community-wide event! \nArt & Soul of the Magic Valley is a major non-juried art competition held in Twin Falls\, Idaho\, from June 6 to June 28\, 2025. Artists worldwide are invited to submit one artwork for a chance to win up to $50\,000 in prize money. The competition is unique as all submitted artworks will be physically displayed in local businesses serving as pop-up art galleries. Winners will be determined by public vote during the event\, which attracts around 40\,000 attendees\, making it one of the most beloved art shows in the Western US. \nApply online here! – OPENS JANUARY 1\, 2025\nKey Information\n\nEligibility: Anyone is eligible to enter Art & Soul of the Magic Valley\, except the GRAND PRIZE WINNER from the previous year.\nEntry: Each artist or group may submit only one entry\, in one category. An entry may involve multiple pieces with a common theme (a series of work). Each entry will pay a one-time non-refundable entry fee. Any artist who withdraws from the contest after entering will be charged a  $250 fee in order to reimburse your sponsor and venue who have paid to host your artwork.\nVoting: with the success of the voting platform introduced last year\, we are pleased to announce mobile voting and self-voter registration will be available again this year! Voters must register while within 15 miles of the Magic Valley Arts Council headquarters. Once registered\, voters can cast one vote per piece\, and may vote for as many pieces as they wish.\nPrizes: Up to $50\,000 will be distributed to as many as 98 artists. Prizes include Grand Prize\, Second\, Third\, and Fourth overall\, as well as category-specific awards.\nCategories: Category for entry is determined by artwork medium. Magic Valley Arts Council reserves the right to edit artist categories if necessary.\nArtificial Intelligence: ALL AI must be disclosed upon entry\, and use of AI will be included on Artist Statement sheet for voter review. This includes Photoshop generative fill and/or using any AI image generation whether for reference inspiration or as part of the actual final work. If AI was used and not disclosed\, the artist will be automatically disqualified.\nWinner Selection: Winners will be determined by public vote and announced at the Awards Ceremony on July 11\, 2025.\nArtwork Sale: Artwork may be listed for sale\, with a 20% commission payable to the Magic Valley Arts Council for sales between May 1 and August 1\, 2025.\n\nThis event provides artists with an opportunity to showcase their work\, engage with a wide audience\, and compete for substantial prize money through a public voting process. \nMain Contest Rules:\n\nArtwork must be displayed in a registered contest venue. Venues will select the works they wish to display. Venue registration will open January 1 – more info here: https://www.magicvalleyartandsoul.com/submit-venue-form/\nEach entry must be sponsored by a registered sponsor. Artists are encouraged to find a sponsor – this can be anyone\, family\, friends\, local-to-you businesses\, art guilds that you may belong to\, or you may even choose to self-sponsor. The sponsorship fee is $100\, and the fee helps to offset the cost of entry for artists to keep this affordable for all to participate. Sponsors may register online here\, beginning January 1: https://www.magicvalleyartandsoul.com/submit-sponsor-form/ or they can call the Magic Valley Arts Council at #208-734-ARTS (2787) for more information.\nArtwork must be installed in Twin Falls\, ID by June 1\, 2025\, unless approved otherwise.\nArtist registration must be received by midnight on March 31\, 2025.\nVenue and sponsor matching agreements must be completed by May 10\, 2025.\nOnly original work is eligible; no kits or patterns will be allowed. All AI usage MUST BE DISCLOSED upon entry and this information will be made available to voters. If AI was used and not disclosed\, the artist will be automatically disqualified.\nArtist is responsible for transportation\, installation\, and removal of their entry\, unless otherwise coordinated with Magic Valley Arts Council. Some fees may apply.\nLiability\, security\, and meeting state and local codes are the artist’s responsibility.\nArtwork entered in previous Art & Soul contests is not allowed.\nGrand Prize Winner is not eligible to enter the following year.\nArtwork may be listed for sale; a 20% commission fee applies for sales between May 1 and August 1\, 2025.\nEntries sold during the contest dates can be removed only at the close of the contest.\nArt & Soul reserves the right to use artist information and imagery for promotional purposes.\nRead full rules\, prospectus\, and FAQs here\n\nApplication Requirements\nPlease prepare the following information prior to completing the application. A photo of the finished work must also accompany the completed application. This photo will be used in the program\, on the website\, AND on the voting portal – please make sure it is a clear and accurate representation of the work being entered. \n\nFull name\nAddress (will not be posted publicly)\nCity / State / Country\nEmail Address (will not be posted publicly)\nPhone Number (will not be posted publicly)\nCategory of Entry\nAI Usage Disclosure\nArtwork Title\nDimensions\nInstallation Location (indoor / outdoor)\n\nSpecific Installation Requirements (if required – for example\, a metal plate to bolt a sculpture to\, large wall anchors\, ceiling-hung\, etc. Complicated installations must be completed by Artist.)\n\n\nPiece for sale? (yes / no)\n\nPrice of piece (keep in mind 20% commission retained by MVAC\, please price accordingly)\n\n\nArtist Statement (1000 max characters\, please keep it brief. The statement should talk about the piece\, the process\, and/or the artist.)\n\nApply online here! – OPENS JANUARY 1
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SUMMARY:Mastering Trees in Watercolor with Leslie Lambert
DESCRIPTION:Mastering Trees in Watercolor \nwith Leslie Lambert \nWednesdays\, February 19 – March 19 | 5-7pm \n$120 / MVAC Members \n$150 / Non-Members (membership begins at on $25/year! Click here to join or renew your membership and save.) \nRegister online below\, or call 208-734-ARTS (2787) to sign up! \n  \nDiscover the beauty and diversity of trees through watercolor. Whether you’re drawn to the elegance of a single towering oak or the rich textures of a forest\, this class will guide you through the techniques to paint the beauty of trees. You’ll learn how to create realistic bark textures\, render delicate branches\, and bring foliage to life with color and light. Perfect for artists of all levels\, this class will provide step-by-step instruction as you develop your skills in portraying one of nature’s most iconic subjects. \n  \nSuggested Supply List (alternatively\, you can buy a supply kit from the instructor for $75) \nPaints  \nAny professional brand of tube watercolor or Cotman Student Brand will work. \n\nWinsor Blue (also called Thalo Blue) or Intense Blue\nCadmium Yellow Light OR Winsor Yellow\nPermanent Alizarin Crimson\nPermanent/Quincradone Rose\nFrench Ultramarine Blue\nBurnt Sienna\nRaw Sienna\n\nPaper \nA full sheet (22×30”) of 100% cotton\, 140 lb cold press watercolor paper (I prefer Arches or Winsor & Newton brand). We will be doing the paintings on quarter sheets (11×15”) or smaller. \nBrush \n\nGood quality #6 round watercolor brush\n#12 round watercolor brush\nSynthetic Fan Brush\n\nPalette \nArt Masking Fluid (Winsor & Newton brand works best) \n  \nOther (items not included in the supply kit) \nWater container \nPaper towels/cloth \nPencil and eraser \nBoard large enough to hold a ¼ sheet of paper (foamcore works well for this) \nMasking tape \nScrub brush or child’s size toothbrush \nSpray bottle (light mist) \nTransfer paper (optional) \n  \nAbout the Instructor\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLeslie Lambert (also known as Leslie Redhead) is an award-winning artist\, teacher\, illustrator\, and author known for her dramatic watercolors. Her art focuses on the combination of spontaneity and detail that watercolor has to offer. She continues to explore the possibilities and pushes the medium beyond its limitations to achieve luminous and incredible results. \nLeslie’s paintings are in private and corporate collections worldwide. She has a Master of Education in Art Education and holds signatures with Northwest Watercolor Society (NWWS) and the Canadian Society of Painters in Water Colour (CSPWC). Leslie teaches painting and drawing at the University of Victoria in Victoria\, BC and conducts workshops in Canada\, the U.S.\, and Spain. She currently resides near Spokane\, WA. \nHer work is featured in Splash 10: Passionate Brushstrokes from the Splash: Best of Watercolor series\, Leslie Redhead: the life of an artist\, and Making It! Case Studies of Successful Canadian Artists. She is the author of Watercolor 365 and illustrator the children’s book\, Island in the Salish Sea by Sheryl McFarlane. Leslie is represented by Horizon Fine Art in Jackson Hole\, Wyoming\, Trail’s End Gallery in Chewelah\, Washington\, and the Kube Gallery in Fort Langley\, BC. \n\nRefund Policy: all ticket\, table\, or seat purchases are NON REFUNDABLE from date of purchase.
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