Artist Invitational Competition

ARTIST AGREEMENT & WAIVER OF LIABILITY Originality: In consideration of the opportunity to display my work to the public, and other good and valuable consideration, the adequacy and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, I, the undersigned artist, certify that the art that I am submitting is my original art and that I am the author and creator of such art. I acknowledge that the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, Inc. (SPPC) reserves the right to accept or deny any submission with or without cause. Promotion and Publicity: I grant SPPC permission to publish in all media my name, artwork, and location for use in promotion through print media, television, and the internet. I further allow SPPC to release such information to other persons and entities. My name will be attributed to my pieces that are shown by SPPC or other persons or entities. Responsibility: I understand that SPPC does not assume responsibility for loss or damage to my artwork(s) or the loss or damage to frames or glass, no matter how sustained. Reasonable safety and electronic security precautions are in place to ensure added protection of my work. I also understand that SPPC strongly recommends that I carry my own personal property insurance. Artwork remains in the gallery until the end of the exhibit: I understand that if my artwork is accepted for the show that the work may not be removed from the exhibition until the pick up date described in the Call for Artists. It is my responsibility to notify SPPC in writing or by email of a third-party pick-up of artwork at the conclusion of the exhibition. Artwork accepted by the Selection Committee, if sold prior to the exhibit, must be placed in the show. Replacement pieces are not accepted. Sales of Artwork: I am responsible for all sales transactions and the collection and filing of applicable sales tax. I agree to give the SPPC a 20% commission of all sales. I acknowledge that I have read and understand all terms contained in the description for this Call for Artists and the Artist Agreement and agree to be bound by the terms and stated expectations. Waiver of Liability: Once I submit this form electronically or by paper copy, I (the artist), my heirs, successors, and assigns, shall indemnify and hold The Sands Point Preserve Conservancy, Inc., Nassau County, and the Incorporated Village of Sands Point and appointed officers, volunteers, employees harmless from any and all claims, costs and liabilities for any artwork damage, personal injury, death, or other property damage which is the result of handling and displaying the artwork at the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy. Our partners’ employees or contractors are likewise held harmless from any and all claims from the artist, heirs, successors or assigns from any artwork damage, personal injury, death, or other property damage, and related costs and liabilities, which is the result of handling and displaying the artwork.