Artist Trading Card Swap
They are the little cards that have become a big deal:
Artist Trading Cards (ATC) are collectables, a brilliant idea born of the sports-theme trading cards. They were first created in Zurich in 1997 by M Vanci Stirnemann and have been spreading quickly since.The whole essence of these tiny works of art is about artists exchanging their works and getting exposed to many personal styles.
Artist Trading Cards, better known as ATC’s,
are masterpieces in miniature that you create and trade with others.
There really is only one rule.-Size: 2 ½ x 3 ½” cardstock. This is also the size of most playing cards, Other conventions that are followed:
-ATC's must be traded, never sold.
-On the back of each card the artist puts their signature and writes
part of all of the following information:
Name, contact information, date, title of the ATC and number (1/7, 2/7)
By definition, ATCs are made in small numbers, often no more that one of a kind. Unique ATC's are called original, sets of identical ATC's are called editions and are numbered as above. Sets of ATC's that are based on one theme but that vary are called series and are numbered also. An original may be copied for a series or edition, however, there should be additions to the card after making a copy.
To join a Stamp Thyme Swap.
Due October 23Leaves
November 27 Food and Drinks
Drop off 7 cards, originals. Series or 7 alike, numbered and signed on back with your contact information.
(Color copies are ok but each card must have one embellishment.) We assume that you will be in the next swap. if you cannot call 1 800 STAMP93 to let us know. Please make every effort to get your cards in on time. If yo miss the deadline, we will include your cards in the next swap.
Judy Fiddler has offered to be in charge of these swaps. She plans to have an event every month. Cards will be ready for pickup within one week of due date. She suggests a theme each time in order to facilitate the creative process, but if you have a brilliant idea and just can't wait, go ahead.
