Prospectus:

Ah - the bodice ripper. Beautiful, fiery heroines and ruggedly handsome heroes with a steely gaze. Not only are they found in the pages of this perennial of romance literature, but they are oh-so evocatively captured on each and every cover. Often, the cover is more captivating than the story inside.

That is the challenge for this show - to create a cover for a romance novel. Heaving breasts and bulging biceps. Bare chests and flowing tresses. Knee boots, corsets, swords... whatever you think of when you think of romance novel cover art.

And don't forget the back cover of your bodice ripper. Create a brief synopsis of the epic tale of passion that your "front cover" tantalizingly illustrates and include it in your artist's statement.

Points to Note:

Entries do not have to be in book form. All entries must be original. A recreated cover of, or a cover created for a previously published work are not eligible for entry. All entries should be in line with cover art that could actually be published. If they wouldn't have it at the library, then it is not suitable. That means no nudity, no bits uncovered. Barely covered and provocative, yes... uncovered and explicit, no.

In addition to a story synopsis, a statement detailing the materials and process that went into creating your entry is required. It increases understanding of your work and significantly enhances the experience for the viewer. As texture or other small elements may be pivotal to the piece, detail shots are encouraged. All points of the prospectus should be met. If you have any questions regarding the prospectus and its requirements, please send them to edu@ebsqart.com.

Entry fee:

$7 per piece (limit 3 pieces per artist). Please PayPal your fee to info@ebsqart.com with "Bodice" in the subject heading. In the event that your piece(s) is ineligible for the show, your fee will be refunded in full.