AAP/ECCA "Mother & Child" Thematic Art Competition

ART ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES

EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ARTS

in cooperation with

Blue Matiz & Unang Letra Publishing ,Inc.

Calling all Filipino Artists

21 yrs old and above!

JOIN the

4th

AAP-ECCA

FIRST SEMI-ANNUAL

THEMATIC ART COMPETITION

Contest Theme for 2010 :

MOTHER & CHILD

PRIZES:

FIRST PRIZE ; Php 100,000.00 plus Trophy

SECOND PRIZE : 50,000,00 plus Trophy

THIRD PRIZE : 30,000,00 plus Trophy

FIVE HONORABLE MENTIONS : 10,00,00 plus MEDAL

SIZES of ENTRY

30x40 ,40x30

36x48 , 48x36

24x54 , 54 x24

ONLY

MEDIUM:

OIL or ACRYLIC on CANVAS,

WATERCOLOR on PAPER

ONLY

SUBMISSION : MAY 30,2010

8 PM til 5PM Only

at the ECCA Exhibition Center for Contemporary Art ,

Ground Floor, Chateau Verde Building ,

Valle verde 1(corner Atis and Kaimiti Streets) ,

Gate 2 ,C-5 , Pasig City

AWARDING & EXHIBITION will be on

JUNE 11, 2010 (FRIDAY) 6PM

at the GSIS MUSEUM

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2009 GSIS Painting Competition Call For Entries

THE 2009 GSIS PAINTING COMPETITION

The Government Service Insurance System in cooperation with the Art Association of the Philippines is inviting Filipino artists to join the 2009 GSIS Painting Competition. This year’s competition has an open theme. The artist is encouraged to explore his best in presenting and conceptualizing his artwork entry. It is through this competition that we hope to view and produce diverse interpretations of what’s inside an artist’s mind.

Please read all the mechanics, rules and regulations carefully. The GSIS shall be strict in the implementation of the guidelines set. Entries could be disqualified for technical reasons.

1. Official entry forms are available in all GSIS offices (Headquarters, Regional Offices and Satellite Offices) and Art Association of the Philippines Office (AAP), c/o Kanlungan Ng Sining, Rizal Park, Manila, starting February 16, 2009.

CATEGORIES & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

2. There will be two (2) categories for this year’s competition:

I. Representational (any style, realistic, stylized (distorted figure), representational cubism, etc)

II. Non-representationa l (abstract) i.e. purely non-representationa l, no-recognizable figures and objects.

3. The competition is open to all Filipino artists age 18 years old (by April 25, 2009) and above. Participants can submit one entry per category. Therefore, participant can submit one entry for representational and one entry for non-representationa l. There is no participation fee.

4. The theme is open.

5. Required size is 3 feet x 4 feet (horizontal or vertical excluding frame) with 10 kilos allowable maximum weight (including frame).

6. All entries must be ready for hanging (museum-wrap or box-type is allowed).

7. The medium acceptable is only oil on canvas, acrylic on canvas or watercolor. Entries using collage, decoupage, assemblage or use of non-pigment based materials like paper, board, plastic metal, etc. IS NOT allowed. The entry must hang on a wall to qualify. Appropriate support, and/or equivalent devices should be provided to ensure the proper hanging of the artwork (ready for hanging). [ For watercolor entries, any watercolor paper is allowed EXCEPT Illustration Board]

8. The entry must be dated not earlier than 2009, must be his/her original work, and must not have been exhibited before nor revised nor awarded a prize in another contest.

9. The entry MUST BE SIGNED but must be covered with masking tape prior to submission (to conceal artist’s identity). It must also be properly labeled at the back, indicating: Artist (Name, Address, and Contact Numbers) Title of the work, Medium, Size, Year and Price.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

10. All participants must be responsible for their entries. GSIS shall not undertake any pick-up or transportation of any artwork to or from any point of origin. WET PAINTINGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

11. Entry must be submitted at the GSIS Museum located at the GSIS Main Office, Financial Center, Reclamation Area, Pasay City (CCP Complex – Diosdado. Macapagal Ave) on APRIL 25, 2009 (SATURDAY) FROM 8:00 AM UNTIL 4:00 PM only.

12. Entry submitted before or after the stated date and time shall not be accepted. Mail forwarders coming from the provinces should be advised by the participants themselves that the entry will only be accepted on the said submission date. Participants from the provinces are also encouraged to group together so that bringing or shipping their entries to Pasay City will be cheaper.

13. During the submission, the entry must have the following:

A ] Completely filled-up and signed official entry form with one (1) 1 x 1 ID colored picture.

B ] Photocopy of ONE valid ID (for age verification) . The only acceptable IDs include: Current School ID, PRC License, Driver’s License, Official Company ID, copy of Passport, Postal ID, SSS ID, GSIS-E-card, Senior Citizen’s ID, Voter’s ID, NBI/Police Clearance, AAP Membership ID.

C ] 5” x 7” colored photo of the work with the following information written at the back: Artist (Name, Address, and Contact Numbers) Title of the work, Medium, Size, Year and Price.

D ] Notarized affidavit of the ENTRY FORM certifying originality of entry and subscription to the rules and regulations of the competition.

JUDGING, PRIZES AND AWARDING DATE

14. Announcement and awarding of winners will be on June 4, 2009 (Thursday) at 6:00 pm at the GSIS Theater, Pasay City.

15. Cash Awards for the winners shall be:

I. Representational
1st Prize - P 300,000.00
2nd Prize - 200,000.00
3rd Prize - 100,000.00
Five (5) Honorable Mention - P 50,000 each

II. Non-Representationa l (Abstract)
1st Prize - P 300,000.00
2nd Prize - 200,000.00
3rd Prize - 100,000.00
Five (5) Honorable Mention - P 50,000 each

ALL PRIZES ARE SUBJECT TO 20% TAX PER GOVERNMENT RULING.

16. All Prize Winning entries including Honorable Mentions, will automatically become properties of the GSIS and will be included in the GSIS Art Collection.

17. Judges may decide not to award prizes if the entries do not meet certain artistic and competition requirements. All decisions of the board of judges SHALL BE FINAL.

OTHER PROVISIONS

18. The GSIS Museum reserves the right to use the name and photo of the artist and his/her entry for free in any broadcast, or print medium. The artist also grants GSIS the right to exhibit the entries as deemed fit. DUE TO LIMITED SPACE, NOT ALL ENTRIES WILL BE EXHIBITED. The GSIS reserves the right to decide which of the entries will be displayed during the competition exhibition. Likewise, the GSIS reserves the right to decide which of the entries will be included in the Catalogue of Entries.

19. During the exhibition proper, all none winning entries will be offered for sale to the general public subject to a 20% commission for the Art Association of the Philippines to support their programs and projects.

20. All possible care will be taken for the entries submitted. However, THE GSIS MUSEUM ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE TO THE ENTRIES BEFORE, DURING AND/OR AFTER THE COMPETITION.

21. ALL NONE WINNING ENTRIES MUST BE RETRIEVED BY THE PARTICIPANTS OR THEIR DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES STARTING JULY 1 UNTIL AUGUST 15, 2009 ONLY. UNCLAIMED ARTWORKS AFTER THIS DATE WILL BE DISPOSED BY THE GSIS MUSEUM ACCORDINGLY.

22. Officers of Art Association of the Philippines (AAP) are not allowed to participate in the said competition.

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3rd Semi-Annual Abstract Art Competition 2009

The Art Association of the Philippines in cooperation with Exhibition Center for Contemporary Art present The 3rd SEMI-ANNUAL ABSTRACT ART COMPETITION 2009.

RULES AND REGULATIONS
1. The competition is open to all artists who are Filipino citizens, 21 years old and above. AAP officers are disqualified from entering the competition.
2. The contest has an OPEN THEME. Only NON-REPRESENTATIONA L (abstract) paintings should be submitted.
3. Participants may submit only one entry each. Artwork size is 36"x48" or 48"x36" excluding frame. NO IRREGULARLY SHAPED PAINTINGS WILL BE ALLOWED.
4. Submission day shall be on February 7, 2009, from 10am to 7pm at the EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART, Ground Floor, Chateau Verde Building, Valle Verde I Gate II, C-5, Pasig City.
5. An entry is considered to be an artistic product of an individual. NO GROUP ENTRIES WILL BE ALLOWED. All artworks should be the original artistic creation of the participating artist. Non-compliance will result to disqualification or revocation of the award.
6. All entries MUST BE SIGNED. With a piece of paper posted at the back bearing necessary details such as ARTIST'S NAME, ADDRESS, CONTACT NUMBERS, ENTRY TITLE, SIZE, MEDIUM AND PRICE.
7. Each entry should be accompanied by a 5"x7" (5R) colored photograph of the artwork, with the same information as above written at the back of the photo.
8. The artist must submit a properly accomplished Official Entry Form with a 1"x1" photo and a Biodata or Curriculum Vitae. The artist's Affidavit shall be accomplished in the submission venue. Official Entry Forms are available at ECCA, AAP Kanlungan ng Sining, http://aapgroup. multiply. com/, aapartists@yahoogro ups.com and Pinoy-AAP@yahoogrou ps.com. Rules and entry forms may also be photocopied.
9. ALL ENTRIES SHOULD HAVE PROVISION FOR HANGING. WET PAINTINGS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
10. Artworks may be any pigment on ground, e.g. oil/acrylic on canvas, watercolor on paper, tempera on board, collage, found objects, and other mixed media. TARPAULIN OR DIGITAL PRINTS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
11. Entries with incomplete requirements will not be accepted.
12. Winners will be awarded as follows:
First Prize P 50,000 cash prize and trophy
Second Prize P 30,000 cash prize and trophy
Third Prize P 20,000 cash prize and trophy
7 Honorable Mention Awardees P 10,000 cash prize and medal
13. Entries will be screened by a panel of judges selected by the AAP and ECCA. All decisions of the Panel of Judges SHALL BE FINAL.
14. The announcement of winners and Awarding Ceremony will be on February 21, 2009 at the EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART. Retrieval of artworks will be from March 21 to April 21 2009.
15. ALL ENTRIES WILL BE CONSIDERED IN THE FORTHCOMING PUBLICATION "Contemporary Philippine Abstract Art". Outstanding paintings from the 2009 competition will be chosen by thejudges to add to the 2007 and 2006 finalists. ALL PAINTINGS INCLUDED IN THE BOOK WILL AUTOMATICALLY BECOME PROPERTIES OF ECCA.
16. SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES SIGNIFIES THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE COMPETITION AND THE CONSENT OF THE ARTISTFOR HIS/HER PAINTING TO BE PUBLISHED BY MR. MANUEL DULDULAO. IN HIS FORTHCOMING BOOK. ARTISTS WILL BE GIVEN A CERTIFICATE OF INCLUSION IN CASE THEIR ARTWORKS ARE CHOSEN FOR THE PUBLICATION.
17. AAP and ECCA shall NOT be held legally liable for any damages to the artwork as a result of the competition, or the failure of the participant to follow the rules and regulations.

For more information and details on the competition, you may call 496-0992 (AAP) or
671-2069 (ECCA). You may also visit the AAP Office/Gallery at the Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park, Km.0, Manila.

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Artbreak-Fastbreak! Invitation to Talented Filipino Artists

Calling all Artists who haven't been featured in a one-man-exhibit! Here's your chance to be included in a hi-profile group exhibit together with other outstanding artists. Cocktails, invitations and promotions will be shouldered by the organizers. All you need to do is come up with an impressive piece of work measuring 36 x 36 inches- box type (museum wrap or commonly known as wrapped around), no need to frame. Just make sure that the sides are neat and presentable.

Submission is November 14, Friday at the AAP office Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park. Tentative date of launching is November 24, 2008. Make sure to include title of work, name of artist, birthday, age and contact number attached at the back of the artwork. All artworks will be subject to screening to meet a high level of standard for the exhibit. Good Luck to everyone!

For more details please text or call Buds Convocar at 0920920 8149.

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61st AAP Annual Art Competition Call For Entries

The Art Association of the Philippines & The National Commission for Culture and the Arts
In cooperation with GSIS Museum present

The 61st AAP ANNUAL ART COMPETITION 2008

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Kindly read the rules and regulations carefully. The AAP shall strictly implement the rules published herein. All members/competitors are required to comply.

GENERAL RULES ON THE COMPETITION

1. The 61st AAP Annual Art Competition 2008 is open to all bona fide members.

2. Regular Members may join all five (5) categories.

3. Associate Members 16-20 years of age as of submission date may join only the Special Categories, namely Art Photography and Drawing.

4. MEMBERSHIP AND FEES:

a. Membership should be renewed on or before the date of submission by paying the annual dues. Non-members who wish to join should apply for membership first before they are allowed to enter the competition.
b. Regular Membership is open to artists who are: Fine Arts students, art enthusiasts and cultural workers 21 years old and above.
c. Associate Membership is open to artists 16-20 years old as of submission date who may be students, art patrons, art enthusiasts or cultural workers.
d. For bona fide members and applicants, please submit two (2) recent 1x1 photos for the AAP Identification Card.
e. For new members, please submit a comprehensive resume, two (2) recent 1x1 photos for the AAP Identification Card and fill up the AAP Bio Data.
f. Regular Membership Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos (Php 250.00) for both renewal and new membership.
g. Associate Membership Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos (Php 250.00) as well.
h. A participant may join several categories, provided that ONLY ONE ENTRY PER CATEGORY will be submitted.
. Entry Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos (PhP 250.00) per category.

5. ALL ARTWORKS SHALL BE FOR SALE. Artist prices are subject for review by the AAP Board. The AAP is entitled to a 30% share of the sale value.

6. An entry is considered to be an artistic product of an individual. NO GROUP ENTRIES SHALL BE ALLOWED. All artworks should be the original artistic creation of the participating artist. Non-compliance will result to disqualification of entry or revocation of title.

7. All entries must be SIGNED. Information to be written on the Entry Details Form and attached at the back of entry: artist's name, address, contact details, category, entry title and price. (Signatures of the artists will be covered with a masking tape to ensure impartiality during the judging)

8. Each entry should be accompanied by a 5 x 7 (5R) colored photograph of the artwork, with the same information as above written on the Entry Details Form and attached at the back of photo. You may also avail of the services of the AAP Official Photographer for a minimal fee.

9. Entries for the Painting, Mixed Media, Art Photography and Drawing Categories should be framed and have provisions for hanging. Pedestals are optional for entries to the Sculpture Category.

10. SUBMISSION DATE: NOVEMBER 22, 2008, Saturday, from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. Entries in the Painting and Mixed Media Categories are to be submitted at the GSIS Museo ng Sining at the CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, while entries for the Sculpture, Art Photography and Drawing should be submitted at the Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park, Manila.

11. All accepted entries would be featured on the 61st AAP Annual Art Catalogue 2008. However, due to limited exhibition space, entries will be pre-screened by a panel of judges. Only entries, which pass pre-screening, will be exhibited in the above venues.

12. All decisions by the Board of Judges are final.

13. PRIZES:
Major Categories (Painting, Sculpture and Mixed Media)

1st Prize Php 50,000 Cash + Trophy
2nd Prize Php 30,000 Cash + Medal
3rd Prize Php 20,000 Cash + Medal

Special Categories (Art Photography and Drawing)
Best Entry Php 10,000 Cash + Medal

Honorable Mention Awardees will be awarded with Plaques.

14. AWARDING: The Awarding Ceremony will be announced at a later date.

15. EXHIBITION: Exhibition will follow the Awarding Ceremony.

16. RETRIEVAL: Retrieval of non-winning entries will be from January 10 to February 10, 2009 in the same venue the entries were submitted. Painting and Mixed Media entries shall be retrieved at the GSIS Museo ng Sining, while Sculpture, Art Photography and Drawing entries shall be retrieved at the Kanlungan ng Sining. All entries not retrieved within the period shall automatically become property of the AAP.

17. AAP shall not be held legally liable for any damages to entries as a result of the competition or the failure of the participant to follow the rules and regulations.

18. Submission of entries signifies acceptance of the rules and regulations of the competition.

RULES ON ARTISTIC FORMAT AND SPECIFICATIONS

Painting
• Any pigment on ground e.g. oil / acrylic on canvas, watercolor on paper, tempera on board, etc.
• Dimensions: 30x40, excluding frame. Vertical or horizontal orientation.

Sculpture
• Three dimensional artwork in the round, using any material or technique
• Dimensions: Maximum of 4 feet or within the volume measure of 60 cubic feet. 100 kilos maximum weight.

Mixed Media
• Assemblage, collage, decoupage, relief panel with found objects, etc.
• Dimensions: 30x40 with maximum thickness of 6 inches from the wall. Vertical or horizontal orientation. 25 kilos maximum weight.

Art Photography
• Photographs should be original, unpublished and taken during November 2007-November 2008. The participant must be the original author and sole owner of his or her photo entry/is.
• Dimensions: 11"x17" or A3 Size. Vertical or horizontal orientation, full color or black and white printed on photo paper. Photographs should be framed and ready for hanging upon submission.
• Medium could either be film or digital, but no entries on disk or e-mail will be accepted.
• Alterations after exposure - digital darkroom, painting, airbrushing, paste-on or assembly are not allowed. Creative effects must be done in-camera at the time of exposure, such as multiple exposure, flash fill, light painting, filtration, etc.
• Creative effects or minimal digital manipulation such as enhancement of color and contrast is allowed, but paste-ups and collages are prohibited.
• Person(s) appearing in the photograph should have a signed release form supplied and kept by the artist.

Drawing
• Graphite, pen and ink, ball pen, charcoal, colored pencils on paper
Dimensions: 21 x 29 excluding frame. Vertical or horizontal orientation.

For details and inquiries, please call (632) 4960992 or text 09209208149. You may also drop by the AAP Office and Gallery, Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park, Manila. You may also post your questions at: http://groups. yahoo.com/group/aapartists/ or http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Pinoy-AAP/

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Deadline of Submission - Study for Mural Painting Competition

PRESERVING THE BEAUTY OF OUR ENVIRONMENT

Calling all "ART GROUPS" affiliated with the AAP. You are all invited to paticipate in the on-the-spot mural painting competition sponsored by the Lion's Club of Pasay. However there are only 7 slots available for the competition. The 7 groups who will qualify will have a guaranteed group-participation allowance of 10,000 Pesos. The "Grand Prize" Winner will get an additional 40,000 Pesos.

Each group must be composed of a minimum of 5 members to a maximum of 8 members. To qualify- a group must submit a colored study or comprehensive presentation of their planned mural design or composition (horizontal format only). This will become the basis of qualifying for the competition which will be held on September 28, Sunday at the Lion's Club of Pasay Clubhouse (directions and vicinity map will be provided later).

You may submit your proposed mural designs or compositions by posting them on this site,(at the photo album) or you may submit them at The AAP office, Kanlungan ng Sining at Rizal Park on or before September 22, Monday. They should include the "name of the group", complete names of the members, title of the mural and most importantly your contact numbers. You will be notified as soon as possible when your group is confirmed.

To those who will qualify, each group will be given a set of acrylic paints for "FREE" to be used in the competition. Groups will have the option of bringing their own special colors or their personal sets of acrylic paints to enhance their works. Painting tools such as paint brushes, pallete knives etc. must be provided by each group.

On the 28th registration will start at 7:00am, the contest will commence at 8:00am until 4:00pm. During the contest there will be unlimited supply of coffee for all the participants and lunch will be provided by the sponsors. Awarding will be announced at the end of the event and cocktails will be served during the program.

You may submit your study online at http://aapgroup.multiply.com under photo album. For more info you may text or call 09209208149 - Buds Convocar.

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JM Tejido's 4th Solo Exhibit: Ibong Adarna

IBONG ADARNA
4th solo exhibition of Archt. Jomike Tejido
Acrylic on hand-woven mat (BANIG) paintings
1/of Gallery, 2nd Flr. Serendra,
Bonifacio Global City,Taguig,
Metro Manila , Philippines

Open Viewing / Pre-selling starts on Monday, 1 Sept. 2008

You are invited to the reception on Tuesday, 2 Sept. at 7pm
Show runs until 12 Sept. 2008

IBONG ADARNA

The melodic tale of Ibong Adarna (Adarna bird) has enchanted the hearts of every Filipino through generations. Its origins can be traced back in the time of Spanish occupation in the Philippines , when this prominent type of poetry called korido had lyrical verses which exuded a rhythmic form of literature. Its basic story has numerous parallelisms from folklorists around the world, and embraces the universal theme of the triumph of good over evil.

This series re-illustrates this timeless Filipino tale to push its visual possibilities in the medium of modern Filipino abstract. JM Tejido’s signature acrylic on Hand-woven mats (banig) paintings take us weaving through the Kingdom of Berbanya, the princes’ perilous journey on Mount Tabor, finding the mystical Piedras Platas tree, and facing the creatures that abound the miraculous Adarna bird.

JMTEJIDO

Archt. JM Tejido He has held exhibitions in 1/of Gallery, Cultural Center of the Philippines , and Singapore among other group exhibits in Paris , Tokyo and Manila . His illustrative style of painting was a runner-up in the 16th NOMA Concours, a prestigious book illustrators’ competition in Tokyo , 2006. His work was also a finalist in the AAP abstract competition in 2007. He has illustrated over 25 children’s books, some of which he also authored, including Ang Pambihirang Sombrero and The Animal Myths series.

These paintings aim to become the pages of a timeless Ibong Adarna book in 2009 to be cherished for ages. See you on Sep. 2 :)

Jomike Tejido
Architect/ Artist
Tejido Architecture & Art
www.mikrokosmos.tk
www.jmtejido.multiply. com

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Art Association of the Philippines Anniversary Exhibit

The Art Association of the Philippines will be celebrating it's
anniversary on February 16, 2008 Saturday at the Kanlungan ng Sining
Gallery, Rizal Park. Artists who are interested to join may submit 1
art-work each. The size may either be 12 x 16 or 18 x 24 inches,
vertical or horizontal format. All art-works must be ready for hanging.
Unframed artworks must be in museum wrap presentation with painted or
clean sidings for proper mounting and must also be ready for hanging.

A piece of paper with the name of the artist,title, medium, size and
price of the art-work must be taped at the back of the painting for
proper labeling and identification of the work.

All paintings must be submitted at the Kanlungan ng Sining on or before
Feb.9, 2008

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AAP Upcoming Activities - February 2008

AAP CALENDAR of ACTIVITIES :

FEBRUARY 2008

February 13 - LAUNCHING
GSIS - AAP PAINTING COMPETITION
6:00 PM
GSIS Museum of Art
GSIS Finance Center ,CCP Complex Pasay City

Open to all Filipino artists 18yrs old and
above.

February 16 - AAP ANNIVERSARY EXHIBIT
6:00 PM Opening Exhibit
AAP Kanlungan ng Sining
Km.0 Kanlungan ng Sining Rizal Park Manila

February 23 - AAP ELECTION of 11 OFFICERS for 2008-2010
3:00 PM
AAP Kanlungan ng Sining
Km.0 Kanlungan ng Sining Rizal Park Manila

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AAP Submission of Entries - Extended!

SA MGA DIREKTANG NAAPEKTUHAN NG BAGYONG LANDO at MINA,

Nais po naming ipabatid na kami , ang buong pamunuan ng AAP ay nakikiisa sa inyong mga problemang dinaranas at dinadanas sa kasalukuyan.

Lalo na sa mga artists na nakabase sa Bicol region, Aurora, LA Union, Pangasinan, Baguio, Isabela, Iloilo, Davao, Ilocos Region at iba pang direktang tinamaan ng bagyong Mina.At sa LAHAT ng mga Alagad ng Sining na nalito, nagdalawang -isip, nawalan ng kumunikasyon at walang transportasyon ,at mga nag-isip kung ano na ang nangyayari sa kanilang mga mahal sa buhay na tinatamaan ng ng nasabing kalamidad.

Ang lahat ng ito ay hindi natin KAGUSTUHANG MANGYARI.

Sana ay maunawaan din ng mga kasapi na nakabase sa Metro Manila ang ibibigay nating EXTENSION sa ating mga KAPATID sa SINING.

MALUGOD PO naming tatanggapin ang LAHAT ng inyong ENTRY sa ISANG LUGAR na lamang. Please submit all your entries at AAP KANLUNGAN NG SINING , RIZAL PARK , MANILA starting Monday- NOVEMBER 26 u- up to Tuesday NOVEMBER 27 ,2007 from 9AM UP TO 7PM.

Tatanggapin po ang lahat ng PAINTING, MIXED-MEDIA, SCULPTURE, DRAWING, PHOTOGRAPHY ENTRIES ng LAHAT ng nais pang lumahok.

NAUUNAWAAN PO NAMIN KAYO ! DAHIL KAYO AY AMING KAISA , KASAMA at KAPATID sa SINING !

KITA-KITS PO!

PAKIPASA , IPABATID SA LAHAT,TULUNGAN PO KAMI SA ANNOUNCEMENT NA ITO.

MULA SA BUONG PAMUNUAN NG AAP,

Ang inyong lingkod,
FIDEL M.SARMIENTO
AAP- Pangulo

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60th AAP Annual Art Competition 2007

The ART ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES,
NCCA COMMITTEE ON VISUAL ARTS and
the GSIS MUSEO NG SINING
present the
60th AAP ANNUAL ART COMPETITION 2007

RULES AND REGULATIONS

Kindly read the rules and regulations carefully. The
AAP shall strictly implement the rules published
herein. All members/competitors are required to
comply.

GENERAL RULES ON THE COMPETITION

The 60th AAP Annual Art Competition 2007 is open to
all bonafide members.
Regular Members may join all five (5) categories.
Associate Members 16-20 years of age as of submission
date may join only the Special Categories, namely Art
Photography and Drawing.

MEMBERSHIP AND FEES:
Membership should be renewed on or before the date of
submission by paying the annual dues. Non-members who
wish to join should apply first.
Regular Membership is open to artists, Fine Arts
students, art enthusiasts and cultural workers 21
years old and above.
Associate Membership is open to artists 16-20 years
old as of submission date who may be students, art
enthusiasts or cultural workers.
For bonafide members and applicants, please submit two
(2) recent 1”x1” photos for the AAP Identification
Card.
For new members, please submit a comprehensive resume,
two (2) recent 1”x1” photos for the AAP Identification
Card and fill up the AAP Bio Data.
Regular Membership Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos (PhP
250.00) for both renewal and new membership.
Associate Membership Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos
(PhP 250.00) as well.
A participant may join several categories, provided
that ONLY ONE ENTRY PER CATEGORY will be submitted.
Entry Fee is Two Hundred Fifty Pesos (PhP 250.00) per
category.

ALL ARTWORKS SHALL BE FOR SALE. Artist prices are
subject for review by the AAP Board. The AAP is
entitled to a 30% share of the sale value.
An entry is considered to be an artistic product of an
individual. NO GROUP ENTRIES SHALL BE ALLOWED. All
artworks should be the original artistic
creation of the participating artist. Non-compliance
will result to disqualification of entry or revocation
of title.

All entries must be SIGNED. Information to be written
on the Entry Details Form and attached at the back of
entry: artist’s name, address, contact details,
category, entry title and price.
Each entry should be accompanied by a 5” x 7” (5R)
colored photograph of the artwork, with the same
information as above written on the Entry Details Form
and attached at the back of photo. You may also avail
of the services of the AAP Official Photographer for a
minimal fee.
Entries for the Painting, Mixed Media, Art Photography
and Drawing Categories should be framed and have
provisions for hanging. Pedestals are optional for
entries to the Sculpture Category.

SUBMISSION DATE: NOVEMBER 24, 2007, Saturday, from
9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Entries in the Painting and Mixed
Media Categories are to be submitted at the GSIS MUSEO
NG SINING at the CCP Complex, Roxas Boulevard, while
entries for the Sculpture, Art Photography and Drawing
should be submitted at the KANLUNGAN NG SINING, Rizal
Park, Manila.

All accepted entries will automatically be featured on
the 60th AAP Annual Art Catalogue 2007. However, due
to limited exhibition space, entries will be
pre-screened by a panel of judges. Only entries which
pass pre-screening will be exhibited in the above
venues.

All decisions by the Board of Judges are final.

PRIZES:

Major Categories (Painting, Sculpture and Mixed Media)

1st Prize PhP 30,000 Cash + Trophy

2nd Prize PhP 20,000 Cash + Medal

3rd Prize PhP 10,000 Cash + Medal

Special Categories (Art Photography and Drawing)

Best Entry Php 5,000 Cash + Medal

Honorable Mention Awardees will be awarded with
Plaques.

AWARDING: The Awarding Ceremony will be announced at a
later date.

EXHIBITION: Exhibition will follow the Awarding
Ceremony.

RETRIEVAL: Retrieval of non-winning entries will be
from January 10 to February 10, 2008 in the same venue
the entries were submitted. Painting and Mixed Media
entries shall be retrieved at the GSIS Museo ng
Sining, while Sculpture, Art Photography and Drawing
entries shall be retrieved at the
Kanlungan ng Sining. All entries not retrieved within
the period shall automatically become property of the
AAP.

AAP shall not be held legally liable for any damages
to entries as a result of the competition or the
failure of the participant to follow the rules and
regulations.
Submission of entries signifies acceptance of the
rules and regulations of the competition.

RULES ON ARTISTIC FORMAT, DIMENSION AND SPECIFICATIONS

Painting

Any pigment on ground – e.g. oil / acrylic on canvas,
watercolor on paper, tempera on board, etc.
Dimensions: 30”x40”, excluding frame. Vertical or
horizontal orientation.
Sculpture

Three dimensional artwork in the round, using any
material or technique
Dimensions: Maximum of 4 feet or within the volume
measure of 60 cubic feet. 100 kilos maximum weight.

Mixed Media

Assemblage, collage, decoupage, relief panel with
found objects, etc.
Dimensions: 30”x40” with maximum thickness of 6 inches
from the wall. Vertical or horizontal orientation. 25
kilos maximum weight.

Art Photography

Photographs should be original, unpublished and taken
during November 2006-November 2007. The participant
must be the original author and sole owner of his or
her photo entry/ies.
Dimensions: 11”x17” or A3 Size. Vertical or horizontal
orientation, full color or black and white printed on
photo paper. Photographs should be framed and ready
for hanging upon submission.
Medium could either be film or digital, but no entries
on disk or e-mail will be accepted.
Alterations after exposure – digital darkroom,
painting, airbrushing, paste-on or assembly are not
allowed. Creative effects must be done in-camera at
the time of exposure, such as multiple exposure, flash
fill, light painting, filtration, etc.
Creative effects or minimal digital manipulation such
as enhancement of color and contrast is allowed, but
paste-ups and collages are prohibited.
Person(s) appearing in the photograph should have a
signed release form supplied and kept by the artist.

Drawing

Graphite, pen and ink, ballpen, charcoal, colored
pencils on paper
Dimensions: 21”x29” excluding frame. Vertical or
horizontal orientation.

For details and inquiries, please call (632) 3030907
or drop by the AAP Office and Gallery, Kanlungan ng
Sining, Rizal Park, Manila. You may also post your
questions at Pinoy_AAP@yahoogroups.com or text
(0915)2787469.

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AAP 60th Annual Art Competition

The ART ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES
60th
Annual Art Competition
2007

SUBMISSION: NOVEMBER 24,2007

Sculpture, Photography and Drawing

Venue : KANLUNGAN NG SINING, Rizal Park Manila
Time : 9am to 7pm

Painting and Mixed-Media
Venue : GSIS MUSEUM , Finance Center Bldg. Pasay City
Time : 9am to 7pm

GET a copy of Rules @
AAP Office , Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park Manila
Gallery Genesis , 4th level Artwalk Bldg. A ,SM Megamall
starting October 10,2007

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Backdoor Ventures Sets 3rd Arts and Music Festival

It will be yet another feast for the senses as Backdoor Ventures presents
its ground-breaking roster of live performances and artists at the
*3rd Backdoor Ventures Arts & Music Festival & Trade Fair at the
Megatrade Hall 3
of SM Megamall from August 24 to 26*.

The event is the only one of its kind that fuses arts and music in the
context of a trade exposition catering to enthusiasts and promotes the
diversity and artistry of Pinoy art and music.

With over a thousand participating artists in the past two years, the third
edition of this event will set higher ground with its powerhouse lineup of
live musical and dance performances from different genres, stage plays, art
films, free workshops and art exhibits to give guests a complete art
experience.

The festival will showcase art materials, musical instruments, audio-visual
equipment and a wide array of art- and music-related products and
services catering to artists, art students, art enthusiasts, gallery owners,
hobbyists,musicians and music lovers.

"*The Backdoor Ventures Arts & Music Festival & Trade Fair* is a one-stop
shop for showcasing talent, creative expression, and product innovations
which appeal to a broad audience because of the universal reach of music and
the arts," says project director Jay Viriña.

Hundreds of artists and musicians will take part in this year's fest, which
includes art groups such as the Art Association of the Philippines (AAP),
the Saturday Group, Halili-Cruz School of Ballet, Printmakers Association of
the Philippines, UP Artists Circle, Neonescas, Romancing Venus and Teatro
Flamenco.

Participating bands are The Dawn, Pinikpikan, Kjwan, Kapatid, Stonefree,
Kadangyan, Sinosikat, Agaw Agimat, Nityalila, Project Ganymede, Greyhoundz,
Coffeereak Island, The Chongkeys, Bulol, Makatha, Dice & K9, Reklamo,
Matilda, Brigada, Riot, Cosmic Love, Check, Alakpa, Sruvaleh, Indio-I,
Niniskirt, Duster, Zip Code, Blue Sub, The Late Isabel, Syke, Gloc 9,
Bahaghari, Stick Figgas, G2 & the Bundoks, Unitiima, Good Leaf, Lahi,
Scarlet Tears, Purple Chickens, ERF, Ducks Entertainment, Mono Temple, FMD,
Syalam, and Quadro.

Solo artists such as Joey Pepe Smith, Noel Cabangon, Sofia, Kooky Tuason,
Miko Pepito, Julianne, and Wawi Navarroza, will also take part to make the
event a "Woodstock" assemblage of sort.

The event is supported by the National Commission for Culture and the Arts,
the AAP, MTV Philippines, GSM Blue, GSM Premium Gin, SM Record Bar, Argon
Animation, 88DB, Pepsi, Pulp Magazine, NU 107, JAM 88.3, Wave, XFM, Adobo
Magazine, and the Philippine Star.

"The fair is a family-oriented activity because there is something in store
for guests of all ages and artistic preferences. We also have special
activities for children to expose them to art and culture at an early age,"
Viriña added.

Interested parties can call 407-1602, 0916-7814785 or e-mail
backdoorventures@ gmail.com or log on to www.backdoorvent.multiply.com.

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2nd Semiannual Abstract Art Competition 2007

2nd SEMIANNUAL ABSTRACT ART COMPETITION 2007

EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART
in cooperation with the
ART ASSOCIATION OF THE PHILIPPINES
present the
2nd SEMIANNUAL ABSTRACT ART COMPETITION 2007

RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. The Competition is open to all artists who are Filipino citizens, 21 years old and
above. AAP Officers are disqualified from entering the competition.

2. The contest has an OPEN THEME. Only NON-REPRESENTATIONAL (abstract) paintings
should be submitted.

3. Participants may submit only one entry each. Choices for artwork size are 3' X 4', 4'
X 3' OR 4' X 4' maximum, excluding frame. NO IRREGULARLY- SHAPED paintings allowed.

4. Submission Day shall be on September 1, 2007, from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm, at the
EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART, Ground Floor, Chateau Verde Building,
Valle Verde I Gate 2, C-5, Pasig City.

5. An entry is considered to be an artistic product of an individual. NO GROUP ENTRIES
WILL BE ALLOWED. All artworks should be the original artistic creation of the participating
artist. Non-compliance will result to disqualification or revocation of the award.

6. All entries must be SIGNED, with a piece of paper attached to the back of the entry
bearing necessary details such as artist's name, address, contact number/s, entry title,
dimension and price.

7. Each entry should be accompanied by a 5" x 7" (5R) colored photograph of the
artwork, with the same information as above written at the back of the photo.

8. The artist must submit a properly accomplished Official Entry Form with a 1" x 1" ID
photo and Bio Data/Curriculum Vitae. The artist's Affidavit shall be accomplished in the
submission venue. Official Entry Forms are available at the ECCA, AAP Kanlungan ng Sining
and Pinoy-AAP@yahoogrou ps.com. Rules and entry forms may also be photocopied.

9. ALL ENTRIES SHOULD HAVE PROVISION FOR HANGING. WET PAINTINGS WILL NOT BE
ACCEPTED.

10. Artworks may be any pigment on ground, e.g. oil / acrylic on canvas, watercolor on
paper, tempera on board, collage, found objects, and other mixed media. TARPAULIN OR
DIGITAL PRINTS ARE NOT ALLOWED.

11. Entries with incomplete requirements will not be accepted.

12. Winners will be awarded as follows:
First Prize P 50,000 cash prize and trophy
Second Prize P 30,000 cash prize and trophy
Third Prize P 20,000 cash prize and trophy
7 Honorable Mention Awardees P 10,000 cash prize and AAP medal

13. Entries will be screened by a panel of judges selected by the AAP and the ECCA. All
decisions of the Panel of Judges SHALL BE FINAL.

14. The announcement of winners and Awarding Ceremony will be on September 15,
2007 at the EXHIBITION CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART. Retrieval of artworks will be
from October 15 to November 15, 2007.

15. ALL ENTRIES WILL BE CONSIDERED IN THE FORTHCOMING PUBLICATION
"Contemporary Philippine Abstracts". Outstanding paintings from the 2007 competition
will be chosen by the judges to add to the 2006 competition finalists. ALL PAINTINGS
INCLUDED IN THE BOOK WILL AUTOMATICALLY BECOME PROPERTIES OF THE ECCA.

16. SUBMISSION OF ENTRIES SIGNIFIES THE ACCEPTANCE OF THE RULES AND
REGULATIONS OF THE COMPETITION, AND THE CONSENT OF THE ARTIST FOR HIS/HER PAINTING TO BE PUBLISHED BY MR. MANUEL DULDULAO IN HIS FORTHCOMING BOOK. ARTISTS WILL BE GIVEN A CERTIFICATE OF INCLUSION IN CASE THEIR ARTWORKS ARE CHOSEN FOR THE PUBLICATION.

17. The AAP and ECCA shall NOT be held legally liable for any damages to the artwork as
a result of the competition, or the failure of the participant to follow the rules and
regulations.

For more information and details of the competition, please call 6377875 / 6712069
(ECCA) or 3030907 (AAP).

You may also visit the ECCA, the AAP Office and Gallery in Rizal Park, Manila, and Pinoy-
AAP@yahoogroups.com on the web for inquiries.

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2nd AAP-ECCA Abstract Competition

2nd AAP-ECCA ABSTRACT COMPETITION

PAUNAWA AT PANAWAGAN !!!!


Sa lahat ng kasapi ng AAP at mga Alagad ng Sining Biswal,

Ibig pong ipabatid ng buong pamunuan ng AAP at ng ECCA na ang 2nd AAP-ECCA ABSTRACT COMPETITION ay gaganapin na sa buwan ng Hulyo,2007. Batay sa maraming kadahilanan ito po iniurong mula buwan ng Mayo ay itutuloy na sa Buwan ng Hulyo. Binigyan po namin ng sapat na panahon ang mga lalahok na makapaghanda ng mas mahabang panahon. Ang GUIDELINES and MECHANICS ng competition ay aming ilalabas sa kalagitnaan ng buwan ng Abril.

Ibig din po namin na pagtuunan natin ng pansin at bigyan ng sapat na panahon ang ating ilalahok sa GSIS-AAP 3rd PAINTING COMPETITION 2007. Sa Abril 28,2007 na po ang takdang araw ng paglsali sa naturang paligsahan. Mula ika-9 ng umaga hanggang ika-6 ng gabi ang ibinibigay na oras para sa sasali.
Lugar : GSIS Museum

MARAMING SALAMAT !
MABUHAY ang AAP !
MABUHAY ANG SINING PILIPINO !


Mula sa Buong Pamunuan

Fidel Sarmiento
AAP-Pangulo

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Exhibitions Philippine Independence Celebration in Europe

The Kunst Gallery, Batangueño Organization in Germany, the AAP and the Ambassadors in Europe join hands together to come up a series of exhibitions in line with the Philippine Independence Celebration in EUROPE.

The Ambassadors and Mr. Virgilio Cuison selected all the artists to be included in the Global Exhibit in London, Rome, Vienna , Berlin , Holand , Amsterdam and Brazil . This will be a month long tour exhibition.

This will be the start of a partnership between AAP and Kunst Gallery to promote Philippine art globally.

The artists chosen are:

LYDIA VELASCO
JANICE YOUNG
EDWIN WILWAYCO
FIL DELA CRUZ
RAPHAEL CUSI
JOEY IBAY
FRED RAMIREZ
PANCHO PIANO
ARIS BAGTAS
ROBERT DENIEGA
CAMILLE DELA ROSA
CHIE CRUZ
AL PEREZ
and FIDEL SARMIENTO

MORE EXHIBITIONS in the years to come !!

Mabuhay ang AAP !
Mabuhay ang Sining Pinoy !

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2007 GSIS Painting Competition

THE 2007 GSIS PAINTING COMPETITION
Sa Bansang Pilipinas,Kagandaha'y Likas

The Government Service Insurance System invites all interested Filipino students and artists to join the 2007 GSIS Painting Competition. This event, in cooperation with the Art Association of the Philippines, is also in line with the celebration of the 70th Anniversary of the GSIS and the National Heritage Month.

This year, the theme is Sa Bansang Pilipinas, Kagandaha'y Likas which focuses on the beauty of Philippine environment and its natural resources. The Philippines is also particularly known for its natural heritage such as the Chocolate Hills of Bohol, the Banaue Rice Terraces,Pagsanjan Falls, Hundred Islands, Tabon Cave, Underground River, Tubathaha reefs and the limestone cliffs of Palawan and other landscapes and seascapes. Through this competition, we hope to gather interpretations and renditions of beauty as seen by our artists.

Please read the rules and regulations carefully. The GSIS shall be strict in its implementation. Entries could be disqualified for technical reasons.

1. The theme of the competition is Sa Bansang Pilipinas, Kagandaha'y Likas.

2. The competition is open to all Filipino students and artists. They should be 18 years old and above.

3. Participants in the student category must present their current school ID and a photocopy of his/her ID upon registration with a certification from Head/Chairman of their School. Participants in the professional category must present one (1) valid ID upon registration.

4. Participants must attached one (1) 1 x 1 ID picture.

5. Only one entry per participant will be accepted.

6. There is no participation fee.

7. Application forms are available in all GSIS offices (Headquarters, District Offices and Field Offices) and Art Association of the Philippines Office (AAP), c/o Kanlungan Ng Sining, Rizal Park, Manila, starting February 26, 2007.

8. Required size is 3 feet x 4 feet (horizontal or vertical) with 10 kilos allowable maximum weight.

9. The medium acceptable is only oil on canvas, acrylic or watercolor in any style (representational). The entry must hang on a wall to qualify. Appropriate frames and/ or equivalent devices should be placed (ready for hanging).

10. All entries must be dated not earlier than 2007, must be his/her original work, and must not have been exhibited before or revised or awarded a prize in another contest.

11. Submission of artwork entries will be on Saturday, April 28, 2007 from 9:00 am until 6:00 pm. Entries submitted before or after the stated date and time shall not be accepted.

12. All participants must be responsible for their entries. GSIS shall not undertake any pick-up or transportation of any artwork to or from any point of origin. Wet paintings will not be accepted.

13. All entries must be properly labeled at the back, indicating:
Artist ( Name, Address, and Contact Numbers ) Title of the work, Medium, Size, Year and Price.

14 5 x 7 colored photo of the work must be submitted with the same information (as stated in # 13) written at the back.

15. All entries must be signed. But signature will be covered with a masking tape during the judging.

16. The GSIS Museum reserves the right to use the name and photo of the artist and his/her entry for free in any broadcast, or print medium. The artist also grants GSIS the right to exhibit the entries as deemed fit. Due to limited space, not all entries will be exhibited. The GSIS reserves the right to decide which of the entries will be displayed during the competition exhibition.

17 Judges may decide not to award prizes if the entries do not meet certain artistic and competition requirements. All decisions of the board of judges SHALL BE FINAL.

18 Announcement and awarding of grand finalists will be on Friday, May 25, 2007 at 6:00 pm at the GSIS Theater.

19 Cash Awards for the grand finalists shall be:

Professional Category
1st Prize - P 300,000.00
2nd Prize- 200,000.00
3rd Prize- 100,000.00
Five (5) Juror’s Choices- P 25,000 each

Student Category
1st Prize- P 150,000.00
2nd Prize- 120,000.00
3rd Prize- 100,000.00
Five (5) Juror’s Choices- P 20,000 each

All prizes are subject to 20% tax per government ruling.

20 All Prize Winning Entries will automatically become properties of the GSIS and be included in the GSIS Art Collections. The Jurors' Choices will remain properties of the artists.

21 All none winning entries will be offered for sale to the general public subject to a 30% commission for the Art Association of the Philippines to support their programs and projects.

22 All possible care will be taken for the entries submitted. However, the GSIS Museum assumes no responsibility for any loss or damage to the entries before, and/or after the competition.

23 All none winning entries must be retrieved by the participants or their designated representatives starting June 15 until July 31, 2007 only. Unclaimed artworks after this date will become properties of the GSIS.

24 Officers of Art Association of the Philippines (AAP) are not allowed to participate in the said competition.

A project of the Government Service Insurance System through the Administration Group and the GSIS Museum of Art in cooperation with the Art Association of the Philippines. For inquiries, please contact: Ms. Leslie / Ms Mayet at 891-6161 local 4859 or email Mr. Ryan Palad at ravpalad@gsis.gov.ph. Public Relations Facilities Department PRFD Office, GSIS Building, Financial Center, Reclamation Area Roxas Blvd. Pasay City. Or AAP Office/ Gallery Km. 0, Kanlungan ng Sining, Rizal Park, Manila, Philippines Tel. No. 3030907 or email Mr. Fidel M. Sarmiento at aapfidel@yahoo.com

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