Press Release for local newspapers, Front Porch Forum, etc.
Name of gallery:
Address:
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Release Date:
CELEBRATE VERMONT…A BIRD’S EYE VIEW
[town, state, date] ___gallery name_____ is proud to announce the opening of Celebrate Vermont…a Bird’s Eye View, a community celebration of the beauty of Vermont. This event involves local artisans, art galleries across the State, and local community members. Artisan painted birdhouses will be placed in our ___________gallery with information about the Vermont area and the artist who painted the birdhouse. These birdhouses will be on display during the month of September – November. A silent auction will take place from November 1-15th. You can see these birdhouses at: _______
Our gallery visitors will have an opportunity to vote for their favorite birdhouse. The winning birdhouse artist will receive recognition and a prize yet to be determined. Each participating artisan will receive a stipend for art supplies and a birdhouse – plus 30% of the birdhouse sale. 30% of total sales revenue will be focused on creating an art show scholarship for an emerging artist given by 802ARTsHouse. The remainder will be used internally by 802ARTsHouse in support of future promotional activity of shows and programs for its members.
