MS01.01.01 - Box 02 - Folder 01 - General Correspondence, 1976 January - July

76 MAINE ARTISTS An Invitational Exhibition by the Maine State American Revolution Bicentennial Commission

LAURIE BUFFINTON coordinator

Advisory Committee Mildred H. Cummings Hugh J. Gourley Vincent Hartgen Adolph Ipcar Philip Isaccson R. Peter Mooz Mary-Leigh Smart

Mr. David Driskell 1601 Phillips Street Nashville, Tennessee 37208

Dear Mr. Driskell:

You are cordially invited to participate in the Maine State American Revolution Bicentennial Exhibition which will be held in the State capital in July and August, 1976. An advisory committee composed of those who are foremost in their knoledge of the arts in Maine have selected seventy-six painters, sculptors, and graphic artists to take part in the exhibition. These artists, chosen for the excellence of their work, are either full-time residents or spend a part of every year in Maine.

This exhibition will honor the artists whose creative energies have contributed so much to the State of Maine. It will also recognize the role the State has played in providing the inspiration and the atmosphere to nurture the creative spirit. It is the fervent expectation of the advisory committee that the exhibit held in the State Museum will be of the highest quality and will represent the finest work of Maine's leading artists.

Kindly return the enclosed card at your earliest convenience indicating that you have received the invitation and will be participating in the exhibit.

Sincerely, Laurie Buffinton [signature] Laurie Buffington Coordinator

77 Main Street, Rockport, Maine 04856 207-236-3679

76 MAINE ARTISTS An Invitational Exhibition by the Maine State American Revolution Bicentennial Commission

LAURIE BUFFINTON coordinator

Advisory Committee Mildred H. Cummings Hugh J. Gourley Vincent Hartgen Adolph Ipcar Philip Isaccson R. Peter Mooz Mary-Leigh Smart

PROSPECTUS:

Exhibiton dates: July 2nd - August 31st, 1976

Entry: Each artist may enter one work. While there are no size restrictions on the entries, please bear in mind that gallery space is limited. Paintings should be accompanied by the hardware necessary for hanging. Pedestals for sculptures will be provided if bases are not supplied by the artist.

Insurance: The insured value of the work submitted should be stated on the Registration Form. That form must be returned by May 1, 1976. Full insurance coverage will exist from the time of arrival at the State Museum until time of departure of the work.

Receiving: All works must be delivered to the State Museum by June 1. The Museum hours are from 9-4, Monday through Friday. Please contact Jane Radcliff or Steven Brook (Tel: 207-289-2301) for instructions upon arrival at the Museum.

Returning: Works will be ready for pick-up on September 1. It is hoped that all work will have been picked up within two weeks of the closing of the exhibit. The Museum is open from 9-4, Monday through Friday.

Transportation: Any artist who has questions concerning transportation should contact the exhibition coordinator (Tel: 207236-3679). Artists in the New York area will be notified at a later date of arrangements for shipping their works to the museum.

Sales: No sales will take place at the State Museum. The catalogue will state if the work is or is not for sale. Those interested in a purchase will contact the artist or the Gallery directly. Addresses will be included in the catalogue.

Catalogue: A black and white catalogue in which each work will be illustrated will accompany the exhibit. Each artist is requested to make a brief statement for the catalogue which will indicate the role that Manie has played in his work or his life. A space for the statement has been provided on the Registration only serve to enhance the show but will become a permanent document representing the arts in Maine in 1976.

Deadlines Reply Form due: Immediately Registration Form due: by May 1 Delivery of work to the Museum: by June 1

77 Main Street, Rockport, Maine 04856 207-236-3679

76 MAINE ARTISTS An Invitational Exhibition by the Maine State American Revolution Bicentennial Commission

LAURIE BUFFINTON coordinator

Advisory Committee Mildred H. Cummings Hugh J. Gourley Vincent Hartgen Adolph Ipcar Philip Isaccson R. Peter Mooz Mary-Leigh Smart

REGISTRATION FORM Please return this form by May 1, 1976

Please print or type

Name Address in Maine

Title of work Outside dimensions Framed with glass Yes No Value for insurance THIS work is is not for sale.

Brief statement about Maine which will appear in the catalouge: (Use other side if necessary)

77 Main Street, Rockport, Maine 04856 207-236-3679

[image alt text: Photo of an art piece depicting a scrambled image of a silhouette in black with only beige eyes, a blue nose, and beige lips being drawn. The words "ft. Johnson 1907-1907 13" are written on top of the silhouette, with lines drawn across the silhouette. On the top of the image, there seems to be a red tag, masking tape labeled the number four, a tag with the letter B with the numbers 25-37-27, and a tag labeled "SF0A."}

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Hello David Give me the details regarding this 'lecture.' When is it proposed? Is there some specific topic I'm to deal with or African American art in general? How was everything in Jackson? Did Jocquie come down? I thought that Aaron Douglas was going to be featured in April Ebony?

Allen (?)