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Introducing: THE SKYLARK PRIZE

The annual Skylark Prize will be awarded to an artist whose work has proven
to be innovative, while consistent in its quality for a period of at least
ten years.

Postmark Deadline for Entries: September 1, 2008.

Winners will be notified February 2009.

Exhibitions and Award Ceremonies will be held in Spring 2009.

Founded in 2007 in conjunction with The Art Fund Corporation, Skylark Press
works in partnership with artists and assists in building their careers
through communication tools such as catalogs, books, consulting services and
exhibition programs. Together with its partners, Sias International
University, Fabrik Magazine and Skylark Fine Art Gallery, Skylark Press is
pleased to announce the initiation of the international competition for the
SKYLARK PRIZE. The motivation behind the creation of the Skylark Prize
came from the realization that few competitions and awards are available to
mid-career level artists. The concept of the Skylark Prize is two-fold - To
honor and recognize the artist's work, and assist the artist in broadening
the market for his or her work.

The award, a sculpture, designed by internationally acclaimed artist Richard
Erdman, will be accompanied by:

. Fellowship: An exclusive 6 week fully paid Fellowship (including trips to
Beijing and Shanghai), at the prestigious Sias International University, in
Zhengzou, China

. Cash: Cash Prize of $2,000

. Exhibit: A solo exhibition at Skylark Fine Art Gallery in Los Angeles

. Catalog: A catalog produced for the artist by Skylark Press Five
Additional Prizes

The work of five additional artists will be chosen for a group show at
Skylark Fine Art Gallery. A separate catalog will be produced for these
artists.

CALENDAR

Postmark Deadline for Entries: September 1, 2008

Winners Will Be Notified February 2009

Exhibitions and Award Ceremonies will be held in Spring 2009

2008 SKYLARK PRIZE ENTRY FORM

Name

Address

City State Zip

Home Phone Cell Phone

E-Mail Address

SASE to return CD/Slides (SASE must be of adequate size and include
sufficient postage)

1 Title of Work, Medium, Completion Date, Dimensions (unframed, in
feet/inches), and Price

2 Title of Work, Medium, Completion Date, Dimensions (Unframed, in
feet/inches), and Price

3 Title of Work, Medium, Completion Date, Dimensions (Unframed, in
feet/inches), and Price

If submitting more than three works of art, please enclose a continuation
sheet with the requested information for the additional artworks. I
understand that the decision of Skylark Press and its jurors are final and,
if accepted, I agree to abide by the event's rules and regulations. Also, I
do hereby discharge Skylark Press and its partners and sponsors of and from
all matter of actions, suits, damages, claims and property while
participating in the 2008 Skylark Prize Competition.

ELIGIBILITY

The 2008 Skylark Prize Competition is open to all artists worldwide, age 18
and older. All works must be original. Entries in the following media
categories will be accepted: Painting, Drawing, Mixed Media, Digital Art,
Animation Art, Printmaking, Watercolor, Photography, Multimedia/ Video Art,
Ceramics, Sculpture, Installations. Two-dimensional work must not exceed 5
feet in width or 7 feet in height, and must be received ready for exhibition
with appropriate hanging hardware in place. Works on paper (including prints
and photography) must be framed and under Plexiglas (no glass).
Three-dimensional work must not exceed 7 feet in any direction or weigh more
than 160 pounds. Skylark Press will serve as the final authority on
eligibility.

ENTRY PROCEDURE

A non-refundable fee of (US) $35 enables each artist to submit up to three
works. Additional works may be entered at a cost of $5 each. The submission
of a bio, resume and artist statement along with the images is strongly
encouraged. Complete the entry fee portion of this prospectus and return
along with a check, money order or credit card authorization form for the
required entry fee payable to Skylark Press. Please also include a
self-addressed stamped envelope for mailing of the notification letter along
with any entry materials (slides/CD/DVD) you wish returned.

ENTRY FORMAT

Entries may be submitted in either slide or CD/DVD format and should conform
to the corresponding guidelines noted below. Submit all images listing your
entry in one format (slides or CD/DVD).

SLIDES

Slides must be standard 2" x 3" cardboard or plastic mounts, submitted in
plastic sleeves. Each slide must be clearly marked as follows:

. Entry number corresponding to the listing on the entry form

. Artist's name

. Title of Work

. Arrow indicating top of image

CD/DVD's

All entries submitted in digital format must meet the following
specifications:

. Image files must be submitted on a CD/DVD along with a hard copy of the
entry form.

. Files must be at least 2 MB in size, saved in JPEG or TIFF format.

. Include a reference sheet with thumbnail prints of the images on the
CD/DVD. Beside each thumbnail, note the artist's name, title and entry
number as indicated on the entry form.

. CD/DVD should be labeled with the artist's name, email address and phone
number.

ENTRY DEADLINE

Your complete entry package must be postmarked by September 1, 2008.

Entries should be sent to:

Skylark Press

2008 Skylark Prize Competition

269 S. Beverly Drive, Suite 1188

Beverly Hills, CA 90212

CONTACT:
Chris Davies
Phone: (310) 890-8833
chris@skylarkpress.com
skylarkpress.com

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