Fine Art Portfolio Program.

“Birds of a feather flock together. Here is where we gather.” 

“ Art is considered to be a universal and also diverse medium and mode of human cultural expression. It is an expression and impression of a variety of human emotions inhabiting society. Art is a human activity where an individual being consciously communicated himself/herself by functional means of certain external signs, hands conveying heartfully the feelings to others about that he/she lived through, and that other people are impacted by these feelings and also subjectively experience them.” 

“ The International Fine Art Artists Portfolio program ” is a project designed by Indie Birds. The aim and goal of this project are to be committed to updating portfolio information and categories related to Artists pursuing diverse fine art careers. This ensures a broad platform designed for all the artists and entrepreneurs to suggestively seek and create opportunities through the relevant access and availability of the professional portfolios. Irrespective of their free subscription and access to the book. 

  • Each artist is expected to send a write-up of 250 words summarizing his artwork and its contemporary relevance.  
  •  Each of the artists could post at least 10 of his best artworks such as painting, sculpture, print media, photography Etc, in High definition and resolution quality with the necessary references and date of publication ( if published ) as an essential part of their portfolio at indiebirds.com.  
  • Every artist is supposed to notify his email, Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram handles and other contact details. So this entire project has been organized and automated by Indie Birds. 

We are equipped with a panel of highly qualified art critiques. We thoroughly check each and every artist’s independent art work/s and the selected artists’ portfolios will be published in  “International’s Fine Art Portfolio book.”  

  • The deadline for the submission is Sunday, 19th June 2022 11:59 PM (IST). If the applicant has failed to submit his artwork then a late submission fee of $100  would be levied per submission. The payment link would be automatically activated as soon as the deadline time has been exceeded. 
  • The final date of the book publication will be announced.  The artworks and the relevant portfolios will be published on the website.
  • The International Portfolio book would be published in volumes each book consisting of 100 independent artists’ profiles and portfolios.   
  • Indie Birds Website would also serve as a platform of Art Hub for further seeking of project employment and freelance opportunities. 
  • The artist is also generously requested to Gift his memorable artwork which symbolizes a sentiment of remembrance heartfully.
  • The memory of the artist would be kept alive as a display exhibit in the Indie Birds Museum. 

All artists are requested to sign the consent and release for the “Use of Likeness” Agreement along with their portfolio as part of the application process.

The above details are a referral to the Fine Art Portfolio Program. So we also request all artists, media and other individuals to volunteer, contribute and collaborate in this art program. 

Media license

Please include a signed copy of the Indie Birds  Media License Agreement with your media submission. This agreement verifies that you own the photos and/or Artworks, allows Indie Birds to use your photos or video in print and digital formats, and confirms you have the proper model releases. A new agreement must be completed and submitted with each batch of photos or Artwork you submit to Indie Birds.

Use of Published Photos and Artworks.

Credit

Artists are credited for each photo published. Although Artists retain copyright, by submitting photos to Indie Birds, Artists are assigning Indie Birds the right to use the photos in current and subsequent printings of the publication in which they appear, whether in print or digital format.

Published work

When photos / Artworks are published in International Fine Art Portfolio Artists receive a copy of the issue featuring their work. For other publications, Artists receive tear sheets of the pages on which their photos/ Arts appear. Indie Birds will forward Artist’s requests from other publications to use their photos. Submitting copyrighted images to Indie Birds does not preclude Artists from publishing the same images elsewhere.

Application & Submission Rules

Submission Rules:

  1. All Artists from any location can apply.
  2. The Image must be clear with a clean white background unless the background is part of the work.
  3. The work will be posted on both the website and the viral Instagram page.
  4. The work will remain on the website’s archive.
  5.  By submitting you give consent to lines 3 and 4.
  6.  Artists featured in the past 2 online exhibitions can not submit until 1 year from when they were featured.
  7. Use Dropbox or Wetransfer to upload all your files. Send us the Link in a Single Mail.

Eligibility:  All artists, India, Nepal & Europe residents are encouraged to apply! Works from all visual mediums are welcome. 

Entry:       Free.

  • The deadline for submissions is Sunday, June  19th  at 11:59 Pm (IST) 2022.
  • Submission after deadline Entry Fee: $100 per Artist / Per Submission.
  • Indie Birds invites Artists to submit high-quality photos that give meaning to their specific submission. 

Please use the guidelines below to ensure that the photos and Artworks you submit are contextually and technically high-quality.

  • Indie Birds accepts high-resolution photos in JPEG, TIF, or EPS formats.
  • Media Submission Limit 10 Artworks per Artist.
  • International Fine Artist Book is part of the Indie Birds Project at indiebirds.com.  
  • International Portfolio Fine Art Book which is marketed to art galleries, designers and architects worldwide.  
  • All professional fine art media are welcome to apply for presentation in the International Fine Art Portfolio Program.
  • Send photos/Artwork to indie @indiebirds.com. If you are submitting several photos or Artwork, we suggest using a file-sharing service, such as Dropbox, or WeTransfer.
  • On the email subject line put your name – online submission and in the email body please write the following:
  • For Each Art Work.
  • Artist Name_____________________
  • Artist Website Link___________________
  • Instagram Handle____________________
  • Title of work submitted ___________________
  • Medium ______________Dimensions______________Year  _______
  • Attach A write up of 300 words summarising your art work and its contemporary relevance.

Please include a signed copy of the Indie Birds Media License Agreement with your media submission.

FAQ’s

I missed the deadline, can I still submit my work?

You can submit after the deadline with an entry fee of $100 per Artist, per submission. However, we are accepting all entries for free for a limited period.

I submitted my artwork, will I be featured?

Not all submissions are featured on the site. If you are chosen, it can take several weeks after your submission is shown.

Will I be notified if I’m not selected?

Yes, we will let you know if your work wasn’t selected.

Can I submit it more than once?

Sure, but only if you have something new to submit. Duplicate submissions will be ignored.

Can I submit it on someone else’s behalf?

Yes, but only after getting their permission. We may require proof of the artist’s consent before we feature their work.

What file types are acceptable?

Please ensure your files end with .jpg, pdf, eps, ai, .gif or .png.

I Want to Gift an Artwork to Indie Birds where do I send it?

Please contact us on indie birds Social Media Handles.

How Can I Contribute?

You can contribute to us by Spreading the word & Donating some amount. Every Penny Helps/Counts.

How do Collaborate with Indie Birds?

We love to Create, Collaborate and Explore! If you have any questions for us or a project in mind or for a Collaboration, Drop us a Hello at Chat Box.

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