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• June 2 - July 15, 2012 Artwork Entries Due: May 6, 2012 (Postmarked by May 5) Global Online Preview Begins: May 25 @10am In Gallery Preview: May 30, 31 & June 1, 1-10pm Opening Reception & Artwork Sale: Sat. June 2, 6-10pm      $5 opening night admission      7:30pm raffle for buyer position #1-20      8:00pm all other buyers Global Online Purchasing Begins: June 5 at 10am Sold Out Artists' Names Revealed to Public: July 6 Purchased Artwork Pick-Up: July 15 - 17, 1-7pm **If you missed the 2011 pick-up days, please visit us during normal gallery hours (Wed - Sun 1-5pm)
• UPDATE (1/5/2012) Celebrity and Artist entries have arrived from Thich Nhat Hanh, Vietnamese Buddhist monk, teacher, author, poet and peace activist; Congresswoman Louise M. Slaughter; Andrea Barrett, novelist and short story writer; Tom Otterness, NYC-based sculptor; Lorenzo Fonda, LA-based film director; Danny Wegman, CEO of Wegmans; Eric Bellman, Artist; Jeff Tyzik, conductor, arranger, and trumpeter at the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra; The Right Reverend Jack McKelvey; Janet Lomax, journalist/news anchor at WHEC-TV 10 NBC; and Anne Kress, President of the Monroe Community College.
  UPDATE (7/15/2011) 6x6x2011 was a huge success! Nearly 7,000 people visited the exhibition and over 1,700 Artworks were purchased! THANK YOU FOR YOUR ARTWORK ENTRIES AND YOUR PURCHASES!
  
• 6x6 has grown into one of the most unique and recognizable art exhibitions in the US. 6x6x2012 is the fifth exhibition of thousands of original artworks, made and donated by celebrities, international and local artists, designers, college students, youths, and YOU. Each artwork will be 6x6 square inches and signed only on the back, to be exhibited anonymously. All artworks will be for sale to the public for $20 each to benefit Rochester Contemporary Art Center (RoCo). Artist names will be revealed to the buyer only upon purchase and all works will remain on display for the duration of the exhibition.
• LAST YEAR'S EXHIBITION
  
  
  
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Frequently Asked Questions:

• Q. What are the goals of 6x6x2012?
  A. 6x6x2012 will be the fifth year of the 6x6 exhibitions. Last year during 6x6x2011: Global, we expanded to 34 different countries and every US State! This year we hope to reach deeper into the global art community, especially our own. This includes obtaining artwork from more national and international celebrities, artists and award winners. We would also like to have significant participation from all 12 of Rochester's sister cities. Every year 6x6 has grown to be bigger and better than the previous years. The consistently high caliber of artworks each year has been astounding, and 6x6x2012 will be no different!

• Q.  How do I enter my artwork?
  A.  Complete both left and right side of the entry form for each individual artwork: www.roco6x6.org/6x6x2012_3pages.pdf
  (if possible, please edit the entry form using Adobe Acrobat) Mail or deliver your artwork before May 6, 2012 (Postmarked May 5) to:
  
  Rochester Contemporary Art Center
  137 East Avenue
  Rochester, NY 14604
• Q.  Do I need an art background to enter?
  A.  No. We want everyone of all ages and skill level to participate.
  
• Q.  Can I submit more than one piece?
  A.  Of course. The goal is to gather many pieces of original 6" x 6" works of art. Each person may submit up to 10 artworks.

• Q.  Can my piece be 3D (three dimensional)? A.  Only if it is lightweight. Please keep in mind that in order to install this exhibition our highly skilled and professional staff will only be using push pins. Q.  Can I submit a metal piece? A.  Please keep in mind that it will be hanging by thumb tacks/push pins. If your artwork is thicker than 1/4" please drill a hole into it to accommodate the pushpins.

• Q.  I want to frame my 6x6 pieces, if I supply the hanging materials can I submit these works?
  A.  No. Because we have thousands of artworks to install we are only accepting works that can be tacked to the wall (some may be pierced, most will not be).
• Q.  Does 6" x 6" include a border or mat? Can my piece be smaller than 6 inches square?
  A.  The external dimensions of the piece should be exactly 6 inches square including border and mat. Smaller pieces may be mounted to 6" x 6" paper or board. Installation is based on a grid, artworks larger than 6" x 6" affect the efficiency of this method.
• Q.  Can I submit a series?
  A.  Of course. We cannot guarantee that the complete series will be installed together or in order, but we will try. Each person may submit up to 10 artworks. Please number the works if you want them in a certain order.
• Q.  How will the work be installed?
  A.  The work will be installed in the order in which it is received.
• Q.  Can I build a 6x6 video installation?
  A.  Yes, as long as the video is 6" x 6".
• Q.  May I cut a 6"x6" hole out of the gallery wall as my artwork?
  A.  No. You may, however cut a 6" x 6" square out of another gallery's wall and submit that as your piece. Gallery suggestions upon request.
• Q.  If my piece does not sell during the exhibition will I get it back?
  A.  No. Any works not sold by July 15, 2012 will remain for sale online. We reserve the right to sell works for less than $20.
• Q.  I submitted artworks in past year(s) that did not sell. Will you exhibit those again this year?
  A.  No. This year's installation will consist of all new artworks. Unsold artworks from 2009, 2010 & 2011 are available for purchase online, but will not be installed in 6x6x2012. Artworks from 2008 are still availabe upon request.
• Q.  Will all artworks be displayed?
  A.  Last year's exhibition consisted of over 4,400 artworks from 50 US states and 34 countries. SEND YOUR ARTWORKS EARLY!
• Q.  Are any artworks rejected?
  A.  Rochester Contemporary Art Center reserves the right to reject any artwork that we determine to be inappropriate or too difficult to install. However, after four years of 6x6 exhibitions we haven't once rejected a work.
• Q. What other restrictioins are there for the artworks?
  A. Please do not submit any works containing glitter. We have found each year that it impacts other works. Any art being submitted with unfixed charcoal or pastel must have a temporary cover sheet, for protection of both it, and the surrounding works. Please label sheet as such, it will be removed upon installation.
  
• Q. What happened to 6x6x2009 being the "second and final year" for this fun exhibition?
  A. We asked every visitor to 2009, 2010 & 2011 if we should have another 6x6 exhibition. Resoundingly, you answered YES!
• Q.  Where does the money from the "sale" of an artwork go?
  A.  All proceeds benefit Rochester Contemporary Art Center. This is a fun initiative that brings together a diverse group of people. It is also an important fundraiser that enables thoughtful contemporary art programming.
• Q.  Will the artists find out who purchased their artwork?
  A.  Not from Rochester Contemporary Art Center. The buyer receives a Customer Receipt (right half of the entry form) with the artist's name and contact information. The buyer may then contact the artist if they would like to. When submitting artworks, be sure to put some form of contact information (ex. a business card) if you wish to be contacted by the buyer of your artwork. Due to the scale of this exhibition we are not able to provide the buyer's information to each artist.
• Q: If my artwork sells, do I still retain copyright?
  A: Yes, the copyright belongs to the artist upon creation and remains as such regardless of the buyer.
  http://www.copyright.gov/circs/circ1.pdf
• Q. How does the Opening Reception Artwork Raffle work?
  Buyers must register for a buyer number when they arrive at the Preview Hours (May 30, 31 & June 1, 1-10pm) or Opening Reception (June 2, 6-10pm). If you would like to achieve an early buyer position to improve your chances of selecting your favorite artworks, you may enter a raffle for buyer position #1 - 20. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase on May 30, 31, June 1 & 2 for $5 each. On June 2nd at 7:30 buyer position #1 will be selected from the raffle bin and the winner will have 1 minute to mark their artwork purchases with unique stickers. After one minute has elapsed, buyer position #2 will be drawn, announced, and the winner will have one minute to mark their artwork purchases before buyer position #3 is announced, etc. Buyer position #1 may continue to select artworks after buyer position #2 is called, and so on. One minute after buyer position #20 is announced, all other buyers will be allowed to make their selections. Stickers (dots) for selecting your chosen artworks should be purchased ($20 each) prior to the start of the raffle.
  
• Q.  When can I begin purchasing works from 6x6x2012?
  A.  The on-site exhibition will open for previewing (no purchasing) on May 31, 30 & June 1 and sales will begin June 2 at 7:30 pm starting with the Buyer's Choice Raffle. Buying will then be open to all once the raffle ends. The 6x6x2012 Online Gallery will be available here for previewing starting May 21 and global online purchasing will begin June 5 at 10am.
• Q. How does the Online Gallery work?
  A. The 6x6x2012 Online Gallery will be available here for previewing starting May 21, 2012 and global online purchasing will begin June 5 at 10am. You may currently purchase from previous 6x6 exhibitions (orange & pink & blue). Donate $20 to help support Rochester Contemporary Art Center's ongoing programming. In appreciation of your support we will give you an artwork of your choice.
  
• Q.  I don't have a PayPal account. Can I still purchase online?
  A.  YES. When purchasing online, select "Donate via Paypal" You may then enter your credit card # (*You do NOT need a PayPal account).
• Q.  What is the process for purchasing online?
  A.  Use the colored navigation arrows on the left to view the artworks.
  
  Select your favorite artworks and click "Add to Cart."
  
  After checking out, you may choose to become a member (add membership)
  
  Choose shipping method: "I'll Pick Up" or "Please Ship to Me." ($5 for inside the US and $10 for International)
  
  Donate via Paypal with your credit card (*You do NOT need a PayPal account).
  
  After completing the checkout process and making your donation (major credit cards or PayPal) you will immediately receive an email confirming your selection and revealing the artists' name!
  
  Your artwork(s) from 2009, 2010 & 2011 will be shipped 2-3 business days after purchase. Artworks from 2012 will be shipped via USPS within 3-4 days of the close of the exhibition (July 15). Please allow 5-7 days for your artwork to arrive.
  
  We ship to all 50 US states and internationally
  
  If you need further assistance with the online selection and check-out process, call the RoCo office (585) 461-2222 (Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9am-5pm).
• Q.  How do I retrieve artwork I purchase from 6x6x2012?
  A.  Artworks from 6x6x2012 will remain on display until July 15, 2012. Artwork Pick-Up days are: July 15, 16 & 17. If you are unable to pick up your purchased works on these days, you have the option of paying an extra $5 to have the work mailed to you AFTER the close of the exhibition. Artworks will be shipped via USPS within 3-4 days of the close of the exhibition. Please allow 5-7 days for your artwork to arrive.
• Q.  I can't make it to the Pick-Up days. How will I obtain the pieces that I purchased?
  A.  When you buy any piece for $20 you have the option of paying an extra $5 to have the work(s) mailed to you AFTER the close of the exhibition on July 15, 2012. If you can't make it to the pick-up days, you must have the work shipped to you.
• Q.  I purchased artworks from the 2009 / 2010 / 2011 Online Galleries. When will they arrive?
  A.  When you buy any piece for $20 you have the option of paying an extra $5 to have the work mailed to you. This is the recommended pick-up/delivery method. Artworks will be shipped via USPS within 2-3 days. Please allow 5-7 days for your artwork to arrive. For pick-up orders, please retrieve your pieces during normal gallery hours (Wed - Sun, 1-5pm, Fri 1-10pm).
• Q. When can I browse and purchase artworks from 2009, 2010 & 2011?
  A. NOW. You can browse and purchase works from both 2009, 2010 and 2011 in the 6x6 Online Galleries. View "How does the Online Gallery work?" for more instructions.
• Q. Admission to the exhibition?
  A. Admission for the exhibition is $1 for non-members and free for members. General admission to the Opening Reception on June 2, 2012 from 6-10pm is $5 for members and non-members.
  
• Q.  Problems with the website?
  A.  The 6x6 Online Galleries work best with Internet Explorer 6+, Firefox 2+ and Safari 3+.
  
• Don't Hestitate!
  Throughout the exhibition (June 2 - July 15, 2012), purchases completed at RoCo will be immediately synchronized with those completed through this website. Please keep in mind that someone may be shopping in the gallery for the artworks that you would like to select online. If someone at RoCo buys an artwork that is in your cart before you completely checkout, you will be unable to finish the online transaction and unable to claim the artwork. If you find artworks that you like, don't delay! Each artwork is an original! Supporting RoCo is a good cause!