International Exhibition Ex-Libris “Myths and Legends”

 

In order to divulge the practice of the art of ex libris, Xylon Argentina and GADEL (Bookplates Friend People) call to participate in the International Exhibition of ex libris.

The aim of this exhibition is to display a view of ex libris in different parts of the world and have an insight into the work of various artists.

Artists of the speciality will assess the quality of the works submitted.

 

 

Rules:

 

  • The invitation is open and free, being able to participate argentine and foreign artists over 16 years old.

  • The theme to develop is “Myths and legends”, that may be local in each country, or regional for Argentina.

  • Each artist may participate with a maximum of 3 works, from which two prints of each should be sent, signed without framing or board. In the back the following information must be written in pencil: year of execution, technique, full name, address and the artist’s e.mail.

  • Each work must be accompanied with a small review or summary of which myth or legend the work is about.

  • There’re allowed traditional graphic techniques including screen printing and     computer design. No drawings or photocopies will be accepted.

  • The format of bookplates must not exceed 13 x 13 cm, and the paper shouldn’t exceed 20 x 15 cm.

  • The image, related to the myth or legend,must be accompanied by the inscription “ex libris”, as well as the name of the owner.

  • The prints should be addressed to:

 

Ex libris Myths and Legends / Xylon Argentina 

Bacacay 5060, Buenos Aires C1407EEJ, Argentina

 

  • And the deadline for the admission is August 30th 2008.

  • Works can also be personally delivered only on August 21st and 28th Thursdays and 15th, 22nd and 29th Fridays, from 17 to 20 hs at the same address.

  • The works will not be returned and will become part of the heritage of Xylon    Argentina and GADEL. The works received outside term will not be accepted.

  • A Jury will make a selection of works to be displayed according to their quality.

  • The exhibition will take place from November 5th to November 26th at the Fine Arts Museum in Quilmes, adhering to the proposal of El Caliú 30 Days International for the engraving diffusion.

  • The exhibition material will be disseminated to all Ex libris Societies belonging to FISAE (International Federation of Ex libris Societies).

  • Documentation will be sent to each participant.

  • Five works will be distinguished to be published on the official site of our Society (www.xylonargentina.com.ar).

  • Participation implies acceptance of these rules.

 

This exhibition is sponsored by the Culture Ministry of the city of Quilmes.

We also received the collaboration of Rollers “Queirolo”, “Copotelli” Press, Artistic Villalba, Inks “Weinstock”.