* *Participation in FIREFLY GALLERY SHOW in BOSTON* Firefly s looking to be a presence in the community beyond our annual week in the woods. We feel strongly that there is more than enough creative energy in our community to sustain “the good stuff” year-round and to bring it home to share with others. **For the 2012 kickoff, we're holding a gallery-style art show in conjunction with SOS (Somerville Open Studios). This show will feature art created by the new Tin Grant recipients as well as previous Firefly art grant recipients in addition to our wonderful community of artists.** If you are a previous Firefly art grant recipient and/or otherwise interested in showcasing your art at the Firefly Gallery Show with SOS please email: sos@fireflyartscollective.org. Somerville Open Studios takes place Saturday May 5 and Sunday May 6, from Noon to 6pm The Firefly Gallery Show will have indoor space with beams that can be utilized for hanging artwork as well as an adjacent outdoor space which provides ample height clearance. **Deadline for submissions is April 6th** Some considerations to keep in mind when submitting your proposed piece: INTERACTIVE and PARTICIPATORY In keeping with Firefly Arts Collective’s Mission Statementhttp://www.fireflyartscollective.org/, we will only be considering projects that are interactive and participatory. SIZE Due to space limitations in the Gallery, we need to make sure there will be room for as many artists to show as possible. In order for us to do this, we ask you to please submit information about the size of your piece and specify if it can fit through a normal doorway when disassembled. EASY to ASSEMBLE/DISASSEMBLE and TRANSPORT Make sure it is easy to put together and take apart. Also think about how you will box up your project for safe transport. Transportation will be provided to and from the venues if you need it. DURABILITY Your installation will be set-up in a gallery that is open to the public. Make sure it is not too fragile or particularly dangerous. WEATHERPROOF Please make sure your installation is weatherproof or provide detail if it needs to be placed indoors during the show. NO FIRE We all know that we want it there, but sadly we cannot allow fire art to be part of this show. This is not our rule, but rather makes allowance for the venues that we must be compliant with. Again, we are sorry, and keep those wonderful art pieces for Firefly SAFETY CONCERNS Things with fast spinning objects with sharp edges that could inadvertently hurt a participant should generally be avoided. DAY and NIGHT VISIBILITY At Firefly, some art is made only to be viewed during the day and some only at night. Art for the Firefly Gallery Show MUST be effective and engaging during the light of day. Nighttime elements and visibility are encouraged as well. POWER NEEDS Power can and will be provided if you need it so please provide details per power needs. **Deadline for submissions is April 6th** Please email sos@fireflyartscollective.org with any questions! We’re looking forward to the submissions :) <3,* * * *Firefly *