Art First

ART FIRST
Mission Statement
Art First is a new concept of Art Presentation event that aims for:
– Presentation of the Artists’ & Designers’ work to the general public, press & buyers
– Create a strong Network and exchange Information on the Art Industry
– To be one of the highest profile Art Platforms in Cyprus

ART FORMS: Painting l Visual Arts l Fine Art l Sculpture l Installation l Ceramics l Mosaics I Illustration l Photography l Arts & Crafts l Fused l Glass l Jewellery Design

CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/blurredmagazine/
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Tel. 24 253945 or 99516537 

Each artist can participate with:
– Exhibition Presentation on Wall Space
– Exhibition Presentation on Table Space
– Exhibition Presentation on Floor Space

The Organizer’s Statement:
Blurred Mission Statement:
Our mission is to create the most related and reliable news product in the industries of Fashion, Art & Design. We provide network, directory and exposure to the community of Fashion, Art & Design in order to add value to their work.

Means to achieve our Mission:
Blurred events: a variety of events in addition to promote Fashion Culture and exhibition of Art & Design ideas
Blurred magazine: a publication that aims to present Lifestyle, Fashion, Art & Design
blurredonline.com: a web site that operates as a news provider, directory & network in Lifestyle, Fashion, Art & Design

ART FIRST
DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT
NAME: ART FIRST
ORGANISER: blurred
DATE: Sunday 3 September 2017
TIME: 16:00 – 23:00
PARTICIPATED ARTISTS & DESIGNERS: 100
PLACE: Europe Square, Foinikoudes, Larnaca
KIND: Art Presentation & Exhibition – Artists can sell their creations
ART FORMS: Painting l Visual Arts l Fine Art l Sculpture l Installation l Ceramics l Mosaics I Illustration l Photography l Arts & Crafts l Fused l Glass l Jewellery Design
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE: Artists l Designers I Art Schools
INVITED: Media, Sponsors, VIP, Buyers & General Public
TOTAL ATTENDEES: 5000
ENTRANCE FEE: Free of charge

PROCESS OF PARTICIPATION:
PHASE ONE – APPLICATION PROCESS
Complete and send the application form. The application form is available upon request in Microsoft word format
PHASE TWO – REVIEW
Once the applicant has completed the application form this will be reviewed and the candidate will be notified by email whether the application has been accepted
Applicants may be asked to submit additional supporting information, which will be considered alongside the application to reach a final decision

PHOTOS: Provided for all the artworks and participants
VIDEO: Provided for the Event
INTERVIEW & PRESENTATION: Provided on request on blurredonline.com

BENEFITS OF ARTISTS & DESIGNERS:
– Right to sell their artwork and designs to the general public without any commissions
– Free entrance, open to the public at Finikoudes-Larnaca; one of the main spots in Cyprus near the town’s hotels, and next to the most popular road of the town! Estimated 10.000-30.000 people pass from there every Sunday
– A committee will AWARD the most creative artist of the event: a special interview and presentation will be made in the next issue of Blurred Magazine
– Opportunity to promote their artworks and designs to the general public
– Networking with other artists & designers of any art form for future collaborations
– Exposure to the media and press
– Identification with one of the biggest Art & Design events in Cyprus
– Distinguished guests from the artistic, political, entertainment and business sector will be present
– Support the Cypriot Artists and Designers community and promote the arts industry over the island & abroad.

BENEFITS OF ART SCHOOLS:
– Approach potential new students and inform them about their services.
– Networking with artists, designers of any art form for future collaborations.
– Students can be informed about the ongoing art industry of Cyprus.
– Students can showcase their work to the general public.
– Generate publicity and social media buzz. Huge media coverage.