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NYC4PA TREES 2021
Partridge in a pear tree
Apple doesn’t fall far from the tree
I think that I shall never see a poem lovely as a tree
There are references to trees in music, literature, proverbs, etc. But they are also an iconic visual as a standalone item next to the house in a children’s drawing or in groups of every size from oases to huge forests.
In the forest and the jungle they create whole environments. Standing alone on hillsides they create lovely shadows. Trees can be tall and straight like a winter pine or bend in the wind. Limbs and branches create wonderful patterns against the sky. A tree will support a tire swing for a child on a hot day; provide sturdy posts to tie up the pet pup or hold a hammock off the ground, as well as support a backyard laundry line. In winter snow covered trees create beautiful landscapes.
InFocus 2022
The committee is committed to having an in-person show and all safety guidelines and procedures will be followed. Masks will be required at all times. There will not be a reception party and winners will be announced at an online event. The InFocus Committee reserves the right to change the show to a virtual show.
Entries are to be submitted electronically for the jurying process via the web-based competition management system, Smarter Entry. Only photos that are accepted for display through the jurying process will need to be framed and delivered for exhibition.
Jurors
Entries will be juried from the web-based competition management system “Smarter Entry” to select the accepted works. The jurors viewing the accepted works after the entries have been received by InFocus will make awards. The InFocus Committee or the judges may disqualify accepted entries if they fail to comply with framing rules or vary significantly from the electronic version of the photo.
Categories
Photographs will be judged in six categories: Blue Zone - Natural Movement, Landscape, Man Made, Animals, Plants, People. Definitions of these categories and examples of each are available on the InFocus website at https://www.infocus-tcaa.org/categories-2022.html.
Each category may have both color and monochrome images. These categories may overlap. It will be your choice to pick the category you wish your image to be entered in. Submissions of original works of photographic art may include but are not limited to classic film and digital photography.
Awards
- Best of show -- $300 and ribbon
- Charles Moore Award Excellence in Photography -- $250 and certificate
- Blue Zone - Natural Movement -- $250 and a ribbon. Sonora Adventist Health may use this winning photo for one year for promotion.
- First place -- $150 and ribbon
- Second place – $75 and ribbon
- Third place -- $50 and ribbon
- Judges Choice -- $50 and ribbon
- Sponsors Award -- $50 and ribbon
- There will be an opportunity for the public to vote for the People’s Choice Award, Adult and Student winners. The winners will receive $50 and a ribbon.
Conditions of Entry
- The work must not have been entered in InFocus and won before.
- Entries are open to amateur and professional photographers ages 18 years and older.
- All entries must be images entered online via “Smarter Entry” through the following link: https://client.smarterentry.com/tcaa. Assistance with logging in to Smarter Entry and preparing images for submission are available on the InFocus website http://www.InFocus-tcaa.org.
- Images entered online into the “Smarter Entry” system may not have the author’s name or the name of the photograph displayed on the image.
- Each entrant may submit up to 6 photos. See the fee schedule below. Entry fees are not refundable.
- InFocus may use all digital images submitted to this competition for media purposes only.
- InFocus will request a high-resolution electronic image of the winning photographs for media purposes.
- Acceptance notification will be posted on the InFocus website http://www.InFocus-tcaa.org and notices will be sent by email no later than Tuesday, February 15, 2022. Note that accepted entries will be listed by name as entered into Smarter Entry. Use unique titles and note the names of your titles for reference when viewing the acceptance notification.
- For questions, email us at contests@tuolumnecountyarts.org. Or refer to the InFocus website at thttp://www.InFocus-tcaa.org for more detailed information.
Entry Fees
$30 for the first two images and $10 for each additional image entered. Entry includes a membership with Tuolumne County Arts Alliance (TCA) and all its benefits * (see www.mytuolumnecountyarts.org for details)
Commission
All works must be for sale. A 15% gallery commission applies to all sales with commission going to InFocus to improve future shows. On Saturday, March 19th, all works will be discounted by 15% to encourage sales and no commission will be charged. Total discounted sales price goes to the artist.
Timeline and Calendar of Events
- December 2, Thursday – Open Smarter Entry Competition at 6:00 a.m.
- January 24, Monday – InFocus competition closes to entrants at 6:00 p.m.
- February 15, Tuesday – On or before, notify photographers as to acceptance into competition
- February 15, Tuesday – March 4, Friday – Time for accepted entrants to frame/mat photographs
- March 4, Friday – Receive accepted entries from noon through 5:00 p.m.
- March 5, Saturday – Receive accepted entries from 9:00 a.m. through noon
- March 6 Sunday – VIRTUAL Reception 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ZOOM LINK COMING SOON
- March 10-13 – Show is open to the public from noon to 5:30 p.m.
- March 17-19 – Show is open to the public from noon to 5:30 p.m.
- March 19, Saturday – Sale day. All works will be discounted 25% to encourage sales
- March 20, Sunday – Show is open to the public from noon to 3:00 p.m.
- March 20, Sunday – Artists pick up their entries from 3:00 p.m. through 5:30 p.m.
Rules
- Accepted art must be the same as submitted online.
- Show administrators reserve the right to reject a photograph when delivered to the show site if the photograph does not appear to be the same as the digital photograph submitted online or the matting and framing is unacceptable.
- Every precaution will be taken to protect the artwork. However, InFocus and Tuolumne County Arts (TCA) will not be responsible for loss or damage to art entered in the show.
- Accepted works must be submitted in framed or finished condition. Plastic or “fast” frames are not acceptable. Canvas wraps, metal or glass prints are not required to be placed in frames.
- Photos must have picture-hanging wire firmly attached across the back. Wires must be taut and placed between 1/3 and 1/4 the height of the frame from the top of the frame. Sharp wire ends must be taped. Canvas, metal and glass prints need wires or acceptable hanging systems (see photos below). Saw tooth, styrofoam or alligator hanging systems are not acceptable.
- The maximum width of an image is 34 inches measured on the outside edge of the frame. The maximum overall framed size is 60 inches, which is determined by adding the outside-framed height, plus the outside framed width together. For example, a 16"x20" print in a frame might measure 19"x23" when measured from outside edge to outside edge. Add 19"+23" to determine the overall framed size which, in this example, is 42".
- Photos may not weigh more than 12 lbs.
- Works that have been selected for the show must be hand delivered to Angelos Hall during the check-in period. If you are unable to deliver or pick up on the designated dates please make arrangements prior to deadlines.
- InFocus and TCA are unable to accept works that are shipped.
- Accepted works must remain in the exhibit through the show closing date.
- Artists are encouraged to furnish an Artist’s Statement or Biography for our Artist’s Statement Binder.
- Works that have been hung in the show must be picked up on Sunday, March 20, 2022 at Angelos Hall between 3:00 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. or by arrangement. Bring your receipt to claim your photos. Photos that are not picked up during these hours will be taken to the Tuolumne County Arts office and may be picked up there by arrangement. Any photos not picked up within 14 days will be considered a gift to TCA and may be used at their discretion. TCA does not accept responsibility for any damages that might occur in transporting.
*The Charles Moore Excellence in Photography Award honors TCA supporter and nationally renowned photographer, Charles Moore, for an image that is most inspirational in the spirit of Charles’ work – his 1960s Civil Rights work, and Mother Lode photography. This image may be selected from entries in any category. Sponsored by H. Randolph and Betty Holder.
Field Assignment | Creating A Personal Shrine
Field Assignment | Creating A Personal Shrine
Altar, Shrine, Memento - These terms are often used interchangeably. They may be as simple as a tiny matchbox or a Sacred Circle — or as elaborate as the Taj Mahal. Altars and Shrines have been created in nearly every culture and place where humans have lived. On a very personal level, they may be about solitude, reflection, and memory, but they may also be whimsical or even gaudy. The trappings of mourning and loss are the external representations and expressions of interior dialogues, offering a tangible form to our thoughts and memories - NYX
Praxis Gallery seeks artwork from Artist Members using an “Altoids” tin box as the basis for a shrine containing artifacts, objects, photos, lens-based and collage art (just to name a few possibilities). All interpretations of this tin can shrine concept are welcome. Artists are asked to submit photos of their shrine by the deadline. Eighteen shrines (the physical object) will be selected to be shipped to Praxis for exhibit.
February 2022 Online Store
Artist will be responsible for Delivery/Shipping. The Gallery will invoice buyer/customer for shipping costs and Artist can submit a reimbursement form to be reimbursed for shipping (see "Members Only" page on our website to submit a form). We will notify you if an item has sold and it will be the artist’s responsibility to arrange delivery with the buyer.
Pinelands 2022 Annual Juried Photographic Exhibition - Open Entry
The Pinelands Preservation Alliance (PPA) is pleased to announce “Pinelands” 2022 Juried Photographic Exhibition. The goal of this exhibit is to celebrate the New Jersey Pinelands, our Nation’s first National Reserve, with photographs that capture its natural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
We are honored to have renowned National Geographic photographer Michael Yamashita as our judge! Here is his biography – read his biography.
Over $2,000 in cash prizes will be awarded. Awards – Open (all ages): $1,000 for 1st Place Best in Show, $350 each for 1st Place Landscape, Flora & Fauna, Other categories.
All photographs submitted, whether juried into the show or not, will be displayed in a special online Pinelands Photography Gallery.
Image submissions can be black and white or color, but they must be taken within the boundaries of the New Jersey Pinelands National Reserve (see map).
This year, each image can be submitted into one of three categories of your chosing: (1) Landscape, (2) Flora and Fauna, and (3) Other (People, Towns, Architecture, Culture, History, Recreation, etc). Download the Full Prospectus for full details.
- All photographs must be made within the New Jersey Pinelands National Preserve (see map).
- A total of 6 images can be submitted per photographer.
- Black and white and color images depicting its landscape, flora, wildlife, communities and people will be accepted.
- The juried exhibit will be held in the beautiful renovated barn at the PPA Headquarters in Southampton, New Jersey.
- The PPA reserves the right to disqualify any image that doesn’t meet the contest rules or where the subject matter was not created within the Pinelands.
Important Dates
- Online Submission Opens: June 1, 2020
- Online Submission Closes: January 30, 2022
- Acceptance Notification: February 14 - 18, 2022
- Delivery of Accepted Work:
- Friday, March 18, 2022, 5-7pm
- Saturday, March 19, 2022, 10-noon
- Sunday, March 20, 2022, 10-noon
- Exhibition Dates: March 28 to April 30, 2022
- Online Gallery of All Photographs Opens: April 15, 2022
- Opening Reception: Saturday, March 26, 2022, 2-4pm. Awards will be announced at the reception.
- Pick-up Artwork:
- Sunday, May 1, 2022, 10-noon
- Tuesday, May 3, 2022, 5-7pm
Submission Details
All Files submitted should meet the following:
- JPEG format
- Files cannot exceed 8MB in size
- At least 2000 pixels on longest side
- A minimum of 180 ppi
- sRGB color profile
NOTE: If you do not know how to create these specifications, don't worry, just submit your photographs.
Help us protect the unique natural area of the New Jersey Pinelands. Please donate to or join the Pinelands Preservation Alliance. LEARN MORE HERE
Conversations with the Archive
For the call for Conversations with the Archive, we are looking for work using historical, familial, or found photographs (or ephemera) to create a new visual language or expression. This reconsideration of other people's photographs, whether it be from a family album or a dusty thrift store bin, allows the creator to appropriate, construct, edit, and sequence in order to create something entirely new--sometimes in conversation with the photographer's own imagery, or sometimes as an artistic expression using only appropriated imagery.
Our juror for Light is Aline Smithson. Aline Smithson is a visual artist, educator, and editor based in Los Angeles, California. Best known for her conceptual portraiture and a practice that uses humor and pathos to explore the performative potential of photography. Growing up in the shadow of Hollywood, her work is influenced by the elevated unreal.
n 2007, Smithson founded LENSCRATCH, a photography journal that celebrates a different contemporary photographer each day. She has been the Gallery Editor for Light Leaks Magazine, a contributing writer for Diffusion, Don’t Take Pictures, Lucida, and F Stop Magazines.
35-40 Selected images will hang in the SE Center’s main gallery space for approximately one month with the opportunity to be invited for a solo show at a later date. In addition, selected images are featured in the SE Center social media accounts (FB, IG, Twitter) and an archived, online slide show. A video walkthrough of each exhibition is also featured and archived.
Theme | THE STILL LIFE
Juror | Kimberly Witham
Still life photography, more so than other types of photography, such as landscape or portraiture, gives the photographer extensive leeway and precise control in the arrangement of design elements within a composition. Still life photography is a demanding genre, one in which the photographers are expected to be able to form their work with a refined sense of lighting, coupled with composition and design skills. The still life photographer makes pictures rather than takes them.
Praxis Gallery seeks the submission of photographic art that investigates the genre of the Still Life. Submissions may explore classical to conceptual aspects of the still life, photographing object arrangements that intrigue, engage or entertain the viewer. All genres, capture types, color and black & white, traditional, and non-traditional photographic and digital post-production processes are welcome for submission
Beyond the Frame
What is Beyond the Frame? Beyond the Frame is a unique and animated expression of your artistic self.
You can be a part of this virtual exhibition by making a 30-60 second video showcasing your art.
Entries are accepted Nov 4 thru Jan 31, 2021.
STEPS FOR ENTERING:
1. Click on the Beyond the Frame competition link
2. Check the I AGREE box under Agreement, then click CONTINUE
3. Pay the $10 entry fee via stripe. Then click Return to your account page to submit your entry
5. (Optional) Upload an artist bio in the Upload your Documents section
6. Upload the thumbnail of your video then enter the link to your video.
7. In the additional notes, please enter your email address. Winners will be contacted via your provided email for the mp4 file of the video if it is not readily accessible to download through your video link.
LOOKING FOR IDEAS?
Check out the videos below to get some ideas of what you can submit to Beyond the Frame!
Thank you for entering!
Expressions West 2022
CALL TO ARTISTS
Event Dates: 29 April - 24 June 2022
Entry Deadline: 31 January 2022
Opening Night Reception & Awards Ceremony – Friday, 29 April 2022, 5-7 p.m.
Coos Art Museum, 235 Anderson Ave, Coos Bay, OR 97420
CASH AWARDS:
1st: $1000, 2nd: $750, 3rd: $250, 4 honorable mention ribbons
Eligibility
Artists residing in Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming are invited to provide up to three submissions.
ELIGIBLE ART MEDIUMS: Allowed with the following criteria
Paintings - limitation of 48 inches by 96 inches - this includes the frame.
Drawings - limitation of 48 inches by 96 inches - this includes the frame.
Hand pulled prints - limitation of 48 inches by 96 inches - this includes the frame.
Mixed media - limitation of 48 inches by 96 inches - this includes the frame.
Sculptures - weight limitation of 50 lbs. and 48" inches by 96 inches.
Any and all themes of expression define the parameters of acceptable entries.
General Rules
Each artist can provide a total of up to three (3) submissions. There is a non-refundable fee of $30 for the first submis¬sion plus $10 for the second submission plus $10 for the third submission.
Artworks submitted must have been created within the last 2 years (2020 - 2022) with a framed size limitation of 48 inches by 96 inches and a weight limitation of 50 pounds – this applies to both free-standing and wall mounted artworks.
If you are submitting a work that is part of a series, the submitted piece MUST be unique and distinguishable from any of your other entries. Works that have previously been exhibited at Coos Art Museum are NOT eligible.
Artworks that are accepted must be the same as the images on the files entered NO SUBSTITUTIONS.
NOTE: If your work is a replica of another person's work - Title MUST contain notation of the original work and original artist. Example: "A Study of the Mona Lisa, by Leonardo DaVinci"
Deadline for submissions is 31 January 2022
Notice of acceptance will be sent by 18 February 2022
Cash Awards
First Place Award will receive cash prize of $1000.
Second Place Award will receive cash prize of $750.
Third Place Award will receive cash prize of $250.
Non Cash Awards
Four Honorable Mention ribbons will also be awarded.
Sales:
Works in the exhibition may be available for sale. 30% of any sale will go to Coos Art Museum. PLEASE PRICE YOUR WORKS WITH THIS IN MIND! Sales made from the Museum are final. Artist is to be paid three weeks from end of show. Your entry confirms all terms of this agreement.
Delivery and Pickup of Art Works:
Artists whose work is accepted must have artworks delivered to the Museum via carrier service at their own expense for arrival between April 11 and April 15, 2022. Hand delivered work will be received at the museum on Thursday and Friday, April 14 & 15, 2022 between 10 am and 4 pm and Saturday, April 16, 2022 between 1 pm and 4 pm. Coos Art Museum will not pay for return shipment of artwork. Artists must make pre-paid arrangements to have their work returned to them, or may pick up their work in person at the Museum on Saturday June 24 (4-6pm) and Sunday June 26 (10am - 12:30pm).
General Specifications:
Works must be ready for hanging and have a framed size of no more than 48 inches by 96 inches. All work must be labeled on the back with the artist’s name, address, and phone number. Labels must also show the work’s Title, Medium, Date of Creation, and (retail) value of the piece as set by the artist. Art is insured while in the Museum from April 15 through July 3, 2022.
Juror: Walt Padgett
Walt Padgett was born in North Carolina and grew up in Atlanta, Georgia. He pursued studies at Florida State University, earning a Bachelors, and Masters, of Fine Arts degrees in sculpture. In 1971, he joined Rogue Community College Grants Pass, Oregon where he taught over 30 years. In 1983/84, he made a two-month bicycle tour of Japan documenting the famous “53 Stations of the Tokaido” in a series of woodblock prints. He continues producing his own series of woodblock prints inspired by extensive travels. In 2008, he was awarded the Takanabe Town Mayor’s Prize for a woodblock print exhibited at the Takanabe Museum (Kyushu, Japan). Widely traveled, Walt has produced a large body of works in painting, sculpture and printmaking and is recognized in collections both nationally and internationally. He has taught workshops at Coos Art Museum and won several awards in our past competitions.
Coos Art Museum:
Coos Art Museum (CAM) is the cornerstone of visual arts on Oregon’s Southern Coast. Through collections, exhibitions and educational programs, we are building an arts and cultural community and promoting the appreciation, understanding and expression of visual art. CAM is the third oldest art museum in Oregon. In 1982, CAM membership acquired and remodeled a retired US Post Office building, a historical art deco structure built in 1937. Currently, CAM has six active galleries totaling 5,600 square feet of display space and a 625 piece and growing Permanent Collection of mid-20th Century and contemporary American art.
Important Dates:
January 31, 2022 - Deadline for submissions sent to Coos Art Museum.
February 18, 2022 - Notification of acceptance/rejection.
April 15, 2022 - Deadline for receiving accepted artwork.
April 29, 2022 – Opening reception 5-7 pm
June 24, 2022 - Hand retrieval of artwork from 4 - 6 pm.
June 25, 2022 – Hand retrieval of artwork from 10am – 12:30pm.
June 28 – July 3, 2022 - Artwork returned via couriers.
Visions of Self 2022
"Visions of Self" is the annual juried show of the Women's Voices, Women's Vision group of Yosemite Sierra Artists.
The show is open to all artists who identify as female, with work accepted in all media. No shipping required. The Visions of Self show will be virtual/online.
"Visions of Self" can include self-portraits or work depicting your environment, your emotions, or state of being. Work must be your own, created within the past three years.
Four prizes will be awarded for the show:
Best of Show: $200 + Ribbon
1st Place: $150 + Ribbon
2nd Place: $100 + Ribbon
3rd Place: $50 + Ribbon
Honorable Mention(s): Ribbon
Judges:
Sunny Bak, internationally renowned photographer. Sunny's work has been featured in Time Magazine, Details, Elle, Cosmopolitan, Women's World, and she achieved one of the top-10 covers of Newsweek.
Carolyn Hartling: accomplished artist in a variety of painting mediums. Carolyn was gallery manager of Timberline Gallery for over 15 years and has received many local and regional awards for her pieces, including first place in the annual Yosemite Renaissance show.
Dates:
Call for Entry: December 1, 2021 through January 31, 2022
Show runs online: March 1 through March 31, 2022
Fees:
YSA/YWA Members: $10 first entry, $5 each additional entry
Non-Members: $15 first entry, $5 each additional entry
There is a 5 entry limit per person.
For questions or more information, join our Facebook Group: Women's Voices, Women's Vision
2022 ANMPAS
ANMPAS is a photographic fine art show open to all artists that are residents of New Mexico.
Members' Exhibition M-Z
This is the 65th Annual Art League of Long Island Members' Exhibition. Due to the large response to this exhibit, it is split in half by alphabet. All entrants are entitled to exhibit one work. No image is required for registration. You will not be able to enter a photo of your work but you must enter the details of your submission in SmarterEntry. All entries will be exhibited. This year, Part I is A-L and Part II is M-Z. The juror for awards is Mary Cantone, owner of the William Ris Gallery. Please email JPEG (2MB or larger) of work for possible use in promotional materials to gallery@artleagueli.org. Advise photographer for photo credit. This exhibit is open to members only. See emailed announcement for admission code. Not a member? Not a problem. Call 631-462-5400 ext. 222
Please refer to prospectus for guidelines and dates.
Fresh Start 2022
VAGF members show Fresh Start will be held from March 1, 2022, through March 27, 2022.
Submission is for VAGF members only. Non-members may participate in the show by paying the membership fee online at https://www.vagf.org/about/membership/ prior to the submission deadline.
Free submission for up to three images.
Entries will be accepted in the categories of Painting, Drawing, Photography, Mixed Media, and Sculpture. The subject matter is open. All works must be the original concept of the artist and must not have been previously shown in VAGF shows.
If interested, submit your artworks as JPEG for consideration by Friday, February 4, 2022.
You will be notified of acceptance into the show between February 7 and 8, 2023. Accepted works must be delivered at the Frisco Discovery Center, 8004 N Dallas Parkway, Frisco TX 75034 on Sunday, February 27, 2022 between 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. and picked up on Sunday, March 27, 2022 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Artists Reception: March 13, 2022 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
All submitted works should be ready-to-hang with wire taut at the upper fourth of the frame. Saw hook hanging will not be accepted. All works on 1/2” - 1" canvases should be framed. All the works on 1 1/2" to 2” canvases need to have neatly painted edges if not framed.
If the sculpture is big and heavy and not designed to be displayed on the floor we encourage the artist to provide a pedestal for display of the artwork. Multi-unit works must be connected so that they can be hung / displayed as a single unit.
This is a juried show. There will be cash awards for top choices in various categories.
VAGF retains 30% commission from all sales generated through the show.
Members' Exhibition A-L
This is the 65th Annual Art League of Long Island Members' Exhibition. Due to the large response to this exhibit, it is split in half by alphabet. All entrants are entitled to exhibit one work. No image is required for registration. You will not be able to enter a photo of your work but you must enter the details of your submission in SmarterEntry. All entries will be exhibited. This year, Part I is A-L and Part II is M-Z. The juror for awards is Mary Cantone, owner of the William Ris Gallery. Please email JPEG (2MB or larger) of work for possible use in promotional materials to gallery@artleagueli.org. Advise photographer for photo credit. This exhibit is open to members only. See emailed announcement for admission code. Not a member? Not a problem. Call 631-462-5400 ext. 222
Please refer to prospectus for guidelines and dates.
2022 Works by Associate Members
Mar 4 - April 27, 2022
NEWS Gallery
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-4 pm
All exhibitions at the NEWS/PCA Gallery are juried. Three $100 Awards of Distinction will be given for all NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits.
Acceptances into NEWS Gallery Exhibitions do not count towards qualifying entries for Signature Membership status.
Important Dates - UPDATED
February 3 - Entries Due
February 10 - Accepted works posted on NEWS website
March 3 - Drop off, 12-2 pm
March 6 - Awards Reception, 2-4 pm
April 28 - Pick up, 12-2 pm
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Eligibility
- Artists must be an Associate Member of NEWS to enter this NEWS Gallery Exhibition.
- All work must be painted with aqua media including watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks, and painted on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photocopies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by the image submitted.
- All work must be for sale.
- No changes in pricing information may be made after acceptance.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- Art may be taken at time of purchases; a replacement painting is requested from the artist for the show.
- Artwork may not have been exhibited at PCA, but may have been exhibited in a past New England Watercolor Society exhibition.
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Notification of Acceptance & Awards
Accepted artists will be posted on our website two weeks prior to drop off.
All NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits will be juried for three $100 Awards of Distinction.Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED!
Size limitation of 24" width, not a fraction more, based on outside measurement of frame.Delivery of Accepted Work
All accepted paintings must include a NEWS@PCA form attached to the back. Download a NEWS@PCA form for accepted paintings from the NEWS website. Hand delivered artwork must be received during specified hours.
Shipped works must be received prior to drop off date, have a prepaid return postage label and a NEWS@PCA form in triplicate enclosed. Please ship works toNEWS Gallery
11 North St
Plymouth, MA 02360Sales
A 40% commission will be retained by NEWS to be split with PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated. No changes will be accepted. No Price On Request (POR) and no Not For Sale (NFS).
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the PCA following the show at the stated pick up date. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the shipper after the exhibition.
Subtlety
The Plymouth Center for the Arts in historic Plymouth, MA is pleased to announce its second members-only competition and exhibition of 2022.
In Gallery exhibit - February 16th through March 19th, 2022
Artists are invited to submit original artwork that displays their distinct vision and interpretation of the world around them.
This is an Open Theme, Non-Juried Show.
Categories: Painting, Photography, Drawing, Printmaking, Pastel, Mixed Media, Fine Crafts, Sculpture
PCA Exhibiting Membership is required for entry. Click here to join - https://plymouthguild.org/
Click "Read More" below for full prospectus
Entry fees are non-refundable.
For help posting your artwork on Smarter Entry please contact us via the Help: Contact Support link on the Smarter Entry sign-in page. For help photographing your artwork please contact us via the Contact Us page on the PCA website. https://plymouthguild.org/contact-us
Delivery of Artwork to PCA: When: Sunday, Feb 13th, 2022 (4 – 7pm) Where: Plymouth Center for the Arts
Sales - All artwork for Members’ Shows must be for sale. A 30% commission will be retained on all Members’ sales. If an artwork is sold during a Members’ show, and the artist is not currently a member, Plymouth Center for the Arts will receive a 40% commission. Note: Plymouth Center for the Arts does not facilitate negotiation of the cost of an artwork between a buyer and a seller. If there is negotiation between the buyer and seller that does not include Plymouth Center for the Arts during the duration of, or as a result of, a Plymouth Center for the Arts show, the reduction in price of the artwork will be deducted from the artist’s share of the sale.
Liability - The Plymouth Guild, Inc. will not be responsible for fire, theft, loss or damage of any nature. Artwork is submitted at the artist’s risk.
Female Sight
Women ‘Camera Operators’ - Photographers & Female Sight
Guest Curator: Ellen Carey
As women “camera operators” (a 19th century term for photographers), aren’t we all struck by light?
Since the beginnings of photography in the mid-nineteenth century, women have had prominent roles as artists. The popularization of the medium in the first decades of the twentieth century met with a confluence of social forces, including art and activism, that expanded opportunities for women in both art and public life. Working in a range of styles, pioneering artists like Anna Atkins, Imogen Cunningham, and Berenice Abbott forged independent perspectives that changed how we picture the world. [CMOA]
Since the beginning, female identifying artists - especially women of color - have been underrepresented in the photographic gallery space. Praxis Gallery seeks the submission of photographic art created by or about women who identify as ‘image-makers.’ This open themed call invites submissions from all women, including trans women and femme/feminine-identifying, genderqueer, and non-binary lens-based photographic artists. All genres, capture types, traditional and non-traditional photographic and digital post-production processes are welcome for submission.
Expressions! 2022
2022 Expressions! Exhibit
March 26 – May 28 at Grand Theatre for the Arts, 715 Central Ave, Tracy, CA
Eligibility to enter:
- Open to artists over 18 years of age
- Work must be original and completed in the last 36 months
- Work must be conceived and created entirely by the entering artist
- Work shown in previous Tracy Art League exhibits is not eligible
- 2D work cannot exceed 30 x 40 including frame
- 3D work cannot exceed 30w x 20d x 60h
Conditions of Entry:
· Limit six entries per category per artist
· Entries must be wired and the wire ends taped for hanging
· $20 per entry/$15 per entry for Tracy Art League members
· Artwork to be hand delivered
· Grand Theatre Center for the Arts will process sales and remit payment to artist. A 20% commission is retained on all sales processed.
- Upon delivery of artwork, artists will need to complete a Waiver of Liability, COVID-19 Waiver and W-9.
File submission can be no greater than 8Mb.
One of the missions of the Tracy Art League is to educate school age children. Because of this, we are not accepting any works depicting whole/partial nudity or extreme violence.
Art work is accepted in the following categories:
- Sculpture & 3 Dimensional (weight limit 50 lbs)
- Oil and Acrylic
- Watercolor
- Pastel and Drawing
- Graphics and Mixed Media
- Glass
- Photography (photos must be ready to hang – mounted or framed)
Awards:
- Best of Show $450
- Five GOLD awards at $100 each
- Five SILVER awards at $75 each
- Five BRONZE awards at $50 each
Calendar of Events:
Jan 19 – Feb 16: Online entries accepted at www.SmarterEntry.com/CallsForEntry/TAL
Mar 14 10am – noon, 1pm – 5:30 pm: Receiving of accepted artwork
Mar 15 10am – noon, 1pm – 5:30 pm: Receiving of accepted artwork
March 26 Noon – 2pm Artist Reception
March 26-May 28 Exhibit open
April 23 Noon – 1:30pm Gallery Talk/Panel Discussion
May 31 10am – noon & 1pm-5:30pm Pick-up artwork
June 1 10am – noon & 1pm-5:30pm Pick-up artwork
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City of Tracy to issue Purchase Prize Award(s) up to $500 for inclusion into the City Art Collection, paid to the artist(s) in the amount of 80% of retail price.
All works insured at 80% of declared fair market value by the City of Tracy while on display at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts.
No early withdrawals: all works remain on display for the duration of the exhibition at the Grand Theatre Center for the Arts.
iPhonography Eighth Annual International Juried Competition
Historic Exposure
Mobile digital devices offer the opportunity for spontaneous photos, an intuitive artistic workflow and a multitude of easily available creative applications. We invite photographers of all ages to submit their best images for judging in a truly distinctive photography exhibition. The top five awarded images will be exhibited in our galleries located in historic downtown Plymouth, MA, in the heart of Plymouth Bay Cultural District.
General Information
Only images taken with a mobile devices (e.g. cell phone, tablet or Ipad) are eligible
This is an open competition with an open theme
Photographers of all ages may participate
Maximum entries per artist is 15
Entry fee: $15 for the first image, $10 for each additional entry
This is an open show, Plymouth Center for the Arts membership is not required
Important Dates
February 1 – 20 Upload images to Smarter Entry
February 21 – 26 Judging period, award winners selected
Monday, February 28 – Selected images and Awardees are published no later than 5pm, EST
This is a Juried Show
Based on the judge’s scores, the top scoring images will be chosen for display online
On-line & Onsite Exhibit
Selected images will be exhibited in our on-line gallery at ArtsPlymouth.org. The on-line exhibition will be viewable on the PCA website beginning Sunday March 7th.
Framed Award Winners will be presented at early spring members show Opening Reception on Thursday evening March 24th.
Only one award per winning artist
2022 Judge
Awards
Five awards: First place $100, Second place $75, Third place $50 and two Honorable Mentions
Ribbons and certificates will accompany each award
plus
Award Winning Images will be professionnally printed, matted, and framed (16X20) and exhibited in the Gallery.
At the end of the show framed prints will be shipped to the artists.
Art Center Exhibition
The five winning images will be printed, matted and framed for exhibition during the Art Center's early spring members’ art show opening, Thursday, March 24th. Following the gallery show, the top five framed prints will be packaged and shipped to the artists at the expense of the Plymouth Center for the Arts.
Light and Shadow 2022 Online Photography Exhibit
Cape Cod Art Center seeks submissions for "Light and Shadow" Photography Online Exhibition.
All photographers of any level are invited to submit to this open juried online exhibit.
The light and the shadows are the inspiration for this show. Is the source the sun, a light through a window or an artificial light? Think about what the light touches and what it doesn't.
Entries must be of original work, they cannot be a copy of another artwork; a magazine or newspaper photo, or any type of reproduction; the entry must be the artist's own composition. All artwork must be created within the past three years.
The jury may accept a maximum of two works from any one artist. Payment is non-refundable and does not guarantee acceptance.
Submissions are due by Sunday, February 20, 2022 at midnight.
Artist notification by email by Friday, March 4, 2022. (Please check your spam folder for results.) Exhibit will be on our website by March 4, 2022.
Mark Bowie will be judging this exhibit.
Cash prizes awarded for Best in Show, Second Place and two Honorable Mentions.
Image icon is by Jeffrey Dannay, "Monk and a Serpent", Photograph
March 2022 Online Store
Artist will be responsible for Delivery/Shipping. The Gallery will invoice buyer/customer for shipping costs and Artist can submit a reimbursement form to be reimbursed for shipping (see "Members Only" page on our website to submit a form). We will notify you if an item has sold and it will be the artist’s responsibility to arrange delivery with the buyer.
Abstract Photograph
The SE Center for Photography is looking for non-representational imagery, though it can be from found objects in nature, man made or figurative works. We're seeking images that do not attempt to represent external reality, but seek to achieve its effect using shapes, forms, colors, and texture. Black-and-white or color, analog, digital or antique processes, photographers of all skill levels and locations are welcome.
Our juror for the Abstract Image is Adam Finkleston. Adam Finkelston is an artist, publisher, and educator based in Prairie Village, KS. He has shown his art work in solo exhibitions in Kansas City, MO as well as group and juried exhibitions throughout the United States and internationally.
35-40 Selected images will hang in the SE Center’s main gallery space for approximately one month with the opportunity to be invited for a solo show at a later date. In addition, selected images are featured in the SE Center social media accounts (FB, IG, Twitter) and an archived, online slide show. A video walkthrough of each exhibition is also featured and archived.
Falmouth Art Center Open Juried Photography Exhibition- Spring 2022
Exhibition Details
Falmouth Art Center's Open Juried Photography Exhibition will be held at the Falmouth Center, Falmouth, MA from April 29- May 30, 2022. The Falmouth Art Center hosts a variety of juried exhibitions including the spring exhibition dedicated to photography. This year’s open juried photography exhibition will kick off the season for our 2022 juried shows. Photography will be hung in the art center’s main gallery, The Hermann Gallery, offering visitors to Falmouth Art Center the opportunity to view the selected images.
ENTRY IS BY WEBSITE UPLOAD ONLY: https://client.smarterentry.com/falmouthart
Visit https://falmouthart.org/ for more information about the Falmouth Art Center
Eligibility
Photographs must not have been previously exhibited in the Falmouth Art Center.
Artists may submit any number of original works.
Open to members and nonmembers.
Photography must not have been completed under instruction, in classes or workshops.
Any work exceeding 40 inches in either direction is less likely to be accepted.
All photographs must be framed and wired ready for hanging.
Any work normally glassed and exceeding 30 inches in either direction must be framed using an acrylic glazing (such as Plexiglas) only. No clamped glass, cardboard, paste on or saw tooth hangers.
Work not suitably framed may be rejected from the exhibit with no refund of entry fee.
No guarantee of acceptance with entry.
Fees
Non-FAC Member: $20 for the first entry and $15 for each additional entry
FAC Members: $15.00 for the first entry and $10 for each entry after the first
Members discount: Members will receive promo code via email to be used when registering.
Nonmember: $20.00 for the first entry and $15 for each entry after the first
If you would like to join FAC, please visit our website at
https://falmouthart.org/product/falmouth-art-center-membership/
Awards
$200 Best in Show
$100 each- four judge’s awards
Juror/Judge- Julia Cumes
Julia Cumes is a South African-born photographer based on Cape Cod, MA. She's passionate about storytelling and capturing real moments of human connection as well as expressive portraits. Her favorite projects are focused on women and girls and the struggles they face around the world as well as wildlife conservation and she has worked on stories with these themes both locally and internationally.
Calendar 2022 Photography Exhibit April 29- May 30, 2022
February 28 JPEGS due by 11:59pm on this date
March 2-11 Judge selects entries
March 15 Notification of acceptance. Notifications sent to artists by email from
Falmouth Art Center. Please check spam if you have not received notification. List of accepted works will also appear on FAC website.
April 22 Shipping deadline for receipt of works shipped to Art Center. All shipped work must be suitably packed and must include a prepaid return label and FAC entry label
April 26 9-4pm Receiving of hand delivered Accepted Works. 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth MA
May 6 5-7pm Awards Reception at Falmouth Art Center
May 31 9-4 pm Pick -up of artwork not sold. Shipped work to be packaged and sent within one week of the show closing
Delivery and Return information will be provided upon acceptance.
Entering Your Images
The entry form must be filled out in its entirety. List sizes up to the nearest inch. Submitted images must not include matting or frame. Crop the photos to include only the artwork. Be sure your images are right-side-up. Do not submit photographs with a visible signature.
Your image must be in JPEG format, at least 1920 pixels on the longest side and less than 8MB. ENTRY IS BY WEBSITE UPLOAD ONLY Visit https://client.smarterentry.com/falmouthart to enter online. If you have used Smarter Entry in the past you must log in as a Returning User at the bottom of the page. If you are new to Smarter Entry you must first register as a First Time User. After log in, choose FAC Spring 2019 Photography Show, then follow the steps for payment and upload. Please add Smarter Entry and Falmouth Art Center to your safe senders email list to ensure notifications are received.
Sales will be handled by the Falmouth Art Center
Commission to the Falmouth Art Center
30% for FAC members
50% for nonmembers
REGULATIONS By entering through Smarter Entry the artist agrees to the following: The Officers, Board of Directors and employees will use care in handling art work, but in no way are responsible for any damage that may occur in uncrating, moving or hanging art work. FAC reserves the right to reject any work which cannot be displayed in a safe and secure manner, (including poorly framed or wired work) or which does not fully reflect that which is portrayed on the jpeg. Accepted pieces may be used on our website in regards to this exhibit. Pieces will be listed for sale using the JPEG submitted. I understand that the FAC receives a commission on all sales.
Disclaimer/Legal ---
- The Falmouth Art Center assumes permission for photographing and reproducing entries unless otherwise stated.
- The Falmouth Art and anyone connected to it will take the utmost care of artwork submitted but is NOT responsible for damage, loss or theft of artwork. The Artist should obtain necessary insurance.
2022 - Untitled - OPEN CALL for DMV area Artists
NYC4PA THE HUMAN BODY 2021/22
THE HUMAN BODY
Lately there has been much focus on human body, in all aspects of our life, from the spiritual to the everyday. What can you show in public, what can’t you show? How do we decorate our body, from tattoos to nail polish? Should we fix a nose, a large tummy, and do we want to pierce our noses, ears, lips, navels? How long should we let our hair grow?
For this call the focus is on bodies – from head to toe, in and out of focus, as a well-lit image or silhouette, dressed or undressed.
Please no sexually explicit images; nudes are just fine.
WASH 2022 Membership Show
WASH Watercolor & Watermedia Artists!
44th Annual WASH Membership Exhibition
March 29 – April 16, 2022
Online show March 29 – July 31
Current WASH membership required
AWARDS
Best of Show - $200, 2 Awards of Excellence - $100 each
Plus other awards
RECEIVING DATES
Friday, March 11, 2 - 5 PM,
Saturday, March 12, 12 - 2 PM
WASH 2ND SATURDAY RECEPTION
April 9, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
REMOVAL OF ARTWORK
Sunday, April 16, 5:00 PM
and the following week
ENTRY FEES
$15 per entry or $40 for 3 entries
(non-refundable)
Limit of 3 entries per member
All paintings will be hung, space permitting, and all will be in the online show.
Current WASH membership required
MEMBERSHIP DUES
$60 for SFAC and $25 for WASH
Join through www.sacfinearts.org
Join us, show with us!
DEFINITION OF WATERCOLOR and OTHER WATER-BASED MEDIA
Any water-based medium, either trans-parent or opaque, is acceptable. These include: transparent watercolor, tempera, casein, gouache, watercolor inks and acrylic. Acrylic paint should be clearly diluted and transparent. Paintings done in a heavy or impasto manner are not eligible. Mixed media may be used, but water-based media must be predominant.
JUDGE OF AWARDS
Linda Erfle NWS, AWS, WW
Linda Erfle explores the essence of her subjects through the unifying elements of value, shape, edges and color; striving to convey how truly extraordinary the ordinary is which surrounds us. Possessing a long-time interest in art, Linda has had the opportunity to seriously focus on painting since the early 90’s, applying watercolor or oil to render paintings in a representational style.
https://www.lindaerfle.net/
2022 SWA Small Works National Competition
We welcome you to the 6th Annual Small Works National Competition. Please read the prospectus carefully for complete information. However, here are some quick facts:
Entries Close: March 25, 2022
Show Dates: May 4 to June 25, 2022
Entry Fees: 1st entry: $30; following entries - $20 ea.
Maximum size: including frame: 16 inches in any direction.
Deadline to receive in gallery: April 28, 2022
Cash Awards:
Best in Show $800
1st Place $300
2nd Place $200
3rd Place $100
Arkansas Artist $150
People's Choice Award $100
We welcome your entries. If you have questions you may direct them to our Juried Shows Committee Chairman, Sandra Thomas
email: skthomas1961@gmail.com
Farms & Fields 2022
Farms & Fields 2022 continues an annual tradition; this juried exhibition seeks to celebrate the variety and importance of agriculture in California’s Central Valley. The exhibition will coincide with the 2022 Stanislaus County Fair. As a theme, agriculture may include a wide variety of imagery— orchards, fields, produce, livestock, people, canals, buildings, machinery, and more. Artists from throughout California are invited to submit work that is influenced or inspired by any aspect of Central Valley agriculture.
Dates of the Exhibition: May 3 – July 23, 2022
Media: Oils & Acrylics, Photography & Digital Media, Prints, Drawings, Watercolors, Collage & Mixed Media, Textiles, Ceramics, Sculpture, Decorative Arts
Awards: Grand Prize $400, two Awards of Merit $100, four Honorable Mentions $50
Jurors: Penny Otwell, Artist, and Lisa McDermott, Director, Carnegie Arts Center
Submissions: The complete rules for entering can be found on the CAC website: CarnegieArtsTurlock.org. Works that have previously been exhibited at the Carnegie Arts Center will not be accepted. Entries should be submitted online through the CAC website via SmarterEntry.com. All entries must be received by 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 26, 2022.
There is a non-refundable entry fee of $20 for the first piece, $15 for each additional entry for non-member artists; $15 for the first entry, $10 for each additional entry for members of the Carnegie Arts Center. Each artist may enter up to six (6) works. Members should use the promo code CAC when paying for entries; for information on becoming a member, visit our website: CarnegieArtsTurlock.org/join.
All artists will be notified by email by regarding the status of their entries on or before April 6. Award winners will be notified by email on or before May 5. View the full prospectus on the CAC website for details on delivering accepted work and reception plans.
April 2022 Online Store
Artist will be responsible for Delivery/Shipping. The Gallery will invoice buyer/customer for shipping costs and Artist can submit a reimbursement form to be reimbursed for shipping (see "Members Only" page on our website to submit a form). We will notify you if an item has sold and it will be the artist’s responsibility to arrange delivery with the buyer.
2022 NEWS Works by Signature Members
April 29 - July 6, 2022
NEWS Gallery
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-4 pm
All exhibitions at the NEWS/PCA Gallery are juried. Three $100 Awards of Distinction will be given for all NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits.
Acceptances into NEWS Gallery Exhibitions do not count towards qualifying entries for Signature Membership status.
Important Dates
March 31 - Entries Due
April 7 - Accepted works posted on the NEWS website
April 28 - Drop off, 12-2pm
May 1 - Awards Reception, 2-4pm
July 7 - Pick Up, 12-2pm
Eligibility
- Artists must be a Signature Member of NEWS to enter this NEWS Gallery Exhibition.
- All work must be painted with aqua media including watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks, and painted on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photocopies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by the image submitted.
- All work must be for sale.
- No changes in pricing information may be made after acceptance.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- Art may be taken at time of purchases; a replacement painting is requested from the artist for the show.
- Artwork may not have been exhibited at PCA, but may have been exhibited in a past New England Watercolor Society exhibition.
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Notification of Acceptance & Awards
Accepted artists will be posted on our website two weeks prior to drop off.
All NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits will be juried for three $100 Awards of Distinction.Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED!
Size limitation of 24" width, not a fraction more, based on outside measurement of frame.Delivery of Accepted Work
All accepted paintings must include a NEWS@PCA form attached to the back. Download a NEWS@PCA form for accepted paintings from the NEWS website. Hand delivered artwork must be received during specified hours.
Shipped works must be received prior to drop off date, have a prepaid return postage label and a NEWS@PCA form in triplicate enclosed. Please ship works toNEWS Gallery
11 North St
Plymouth, MA 02360Sales
A 40% commission will be retained by NEWS to be split with PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated. No changes will be accepted. No Price On Request (POR) and no Not For Sale (NFS).
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the PCA following the show at the stated pick up date. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the shipper after the exhibition.
10th ANNUAL OPEN FINE ART COMPETITION 2022
Call To Artists!
10th ANNUAL OPEN FINE ART COMPETITION
Reception May 7th, 2022 -Show continues through May 26
Categories 1) Water Media; 2) Oil; 3) Acrylic; 4) Three Dimensional; 5) Photography 6) Drawing & Pastel
Entry Fee - $15 –member fee and $20.00 – non-member fee per entry per piece (non-refundable) – limit 3 entries per artist.
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY - All artwork must be original fine art quality conceived and created solely by the entering artist. The majority of materials used in piece will determine the category. Artwork previously accepted into the EGFAC Open Fine Art Competition will not be accepted. EGFAC has the right to reject artwork that does not look like the digital image. All artwork must be framed and ready to hang with a wire, and no larger than 24”x36” including the frame. Unframed oils/acrylics accepted only if the painting extends around edges (gallery wrap.) All art must be for sale. The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will handle all sales from the exhibition and retain a 40% commission from all sales.
Awards
First Place in each category - $200; Second Place in each category - $100; Best of Show - $300;
TO APPLY
1) Apply Online – At WWW.elkgrovefineartscenter.org, click CALL TO ARTIST to see prospectus and application form. The application takes you directly to our online entry portal, Smarter Entry where you will pay fees and upload digital images. Note: 3-D entries should include 3 views (front, side, and back) of artwork.
IMPORTANT DATES
April 11 – Application Deadline
April 17 – Acceptance Notification – via email
April 29 and 30 - Receiving of Accepted Artwork 11-4pm, at the Elk Grove Fine Arts Center, 9683 Elk Grove Florin Road; Elk Grove 95624. Also bring your signed liability form upon delivery.
May 7 , Saturday 4-7pm Artist Reception – Category Award Winners will be announced and presented at the Reception on March 6th at 5:30 All participants and guests (family and friends) are encouraged to attend.
Show runs from May 7th through March 26th The exhibition is Free to the public.
The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center is open from 11 – 4pm, Wednesday through Saturday.
May 27 & 28 - Pick- up art work –from 11-4pm. All artwork must be picked up or a $5.00 holding fee will be charged per piece per day.
EGFAC will not be responsible for any lost or damaged art submitted to their Open Fine Art Competition. If there are too few applicants for a category, then EGFAC has the right to cancel the category and refund all entry fees. Placement and display of artwork is at the discretion of the curator at Egfac.
From Trash to Treasure
Re-purpose found objects, use recycled materials, and create awesome works of art. This OPEN show invites artists to use their ingenuity to sustainably create in any media.
Member discount available. Call 209-529-3369 for code.
NYC4PA DECAY CORROSION RUST 2022
DECAY, CORROSION, RUST...
I got a brand new pair of roller of roller skates,
you got a brand new key
So sang Melanie. Though we often focus on the new and shiny there is amazing beauty in the decayed, the corroded, the rusted and it can make images of those items so much more compelling and interesting.
Consider the textures and colors in an abandoned, dilapidated factory or prison, the rust on an old bike, contrasting plaster and lathing on a corroded wall and the myriad of possible captures in a junkyard. Neighborhoods, disparagingly called "run down", are treasure troves of "decayed" tumble down houses, "corroded" discarded toys, "rusted" cars, trash cans and so on.
Decay, Corrosion, Rust.... can take many forms; black and white, color, abstract - all photographic media are welcome.
Falmouth Art Center Summer 2022 Open Juried Exhibition
Falmouth Art Center's Summer 2022 Open Juried Exhibition will be held in the Falmouth Art Center’s Hermann Gallery July 1 – August 1, 2022. The Falmouth Art Center hosts a variety of juried exhibitions with the open juried summer exhibition being held during the height of the summer season on Cape Cod. Artwork will be hung in the main gallery, offering visitors to Falmouth Art Center an opportunity to view the selected images. Both 2D and 3D art work accepted. No photography for this exhibit.
ENTRY IS BY WEBSITE UPLOAD ONLY: https://www.smarterentry.com/falmouthart
Visit https://falmouthart.org/ for more information about the Falmouth Art Center
Awards
$200 Best in Show
$100 each- four judge’s awards
Juror:
Irena Roman
Eligibility
Art must not have been previously exhibited in the Falmouth Art Center.
Artists may submit any number of original works. Do not submit art that has been completed under instruction, in classes or workshops. No copying. No Photography for this exhibit.
Open to members and nonmembers. Members receive a discount. Please check your email notices from FAC with the discount code
Any art work exceeding 40 inches in width, including frame, is less likely to be accepted.
Please contact Falmouth Art Center if you require display unit for any 3D art
All 2D art must be framed and ready for hanging.
Any work normally glassed and exceeding 30 inches in either direction must be framed using an acrylic glazing (such as Plexiglas) only. Exception: Pastels exceeding 30 inches may be framed with glass. No clamped glass, cardboard, paste on or saw tooth hangers.
Work not suitably framed may be rejected from the exhibit with no refund of entry fee.
Entry does not guarantee acceptance.
Fees
FAC Members: $15.00 for the first entry and $10 for each entry after the first. To receive discount, members should use promo code received in FAC email notice
Nonmember: $20.00 for the first entry and $15 for each entry after the first. If you would like to join FAC, please visit our website at https://falmouthart.org/product/falmouth-art-center-membership/
Calendar 2022
Exhibition Dates Summer Open Juried Exhibition July 1 – August 1, 2022.
May 2 JPEGS due by 11:59 pm on this date
May 4-13 Judge selects entries
May 17 Notification of acceptance will be posted on FAC website. Notifications sent to artists by email from Falmouth Art Center.
June 24 Shipping deadline for receipt of works shipped to Art Center. All shipped work must be suitably packed and must include a prepaid return label and FAC entry label. Direction will be provided with acceptance letters
June 28 9-4pm Receiving of Accepted Works delivered to 137 Gifford Street, Falmouth MA
July 1 5-7 pm Awards Reception at Falmouth Art Center
August 2 9-4 pm Pick -up of artwork not sold. Shipped work to be packaged and sent within one week of the show closing.
Entering Your Images
The entry form must be filled out in its entirety. List sizes up to the nearest inch. Submitted images must not include matting or frame. Crop the photos to include only the artwork. Be sure your images are right-side-up.
Your image must be in JPEG format, at least 1920 pixels on the longest side and no more than 8MB. ENTRY IS BY WEBSITE UPLOAD ONLY to enter online. If you have used Smarter Entry in the past you must log in as a Returning User at the bottom of the page. If you are new to Smarter Entry you must first register as a First Time User. After log in, choose FAC Summer Open Juried Exhibit, then follow the steps for payment and upload. Please add Smarter Entry and Falmouth Art Center to your safe senders email list to ensure notifications are received.
Sales will be handled by the Falmouth Art Center
Commission to the Falmouth Art Center
30% for members
50% for nonmembers
REGULATIONS By entering through Smarter Entry the artist agrees to the following: The Officers, Board of Directors and employees of Falmouth Art Center will use care in handling art work, but in no way are responsible for any damage that may occur in uncrating, moving or hanging art work. FAC reserves the right to reject any work which cannot be displayed in a safe and secure manner, (including poorly framed or wired work) or which does not fully reflect that which is portrayed on the jpeg. Accepted pieces may be used on our website in regards to this exhibit. Pieces will be listed for sale using the JPEG submitted. I understand that the FAC receives a commission on all sales.
Disclaimer/Legal ---
- The Falmouth Art Center assumes permission for photographing and reproducing entries unless otherwise stated.
- The Falmouth Art and anyone connected to it will take the utmost care of artwork submitted but is NOT responsible for damage, loss or theft of artwork. The Artist should obtain necessary insurance.
Spirit of Flight 2022
The Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington welcomes you to participate in Spirit of Flight 2022. Submission is open to all photographers, and photographs need only reflect a "Spirit of Flight." The exhibit will go on display in the Museum's Great Gallery September 3, 2022 and will also be hosted virtually on our website.
The Museum's jury panel will select three prizewinning images from the show to feature in the Museum magazine, Aloft. Prizewinning photographers will also receive a free museum membership
WIDE OPEN SPACES 2022
WIDE OPEN SPACES - 2022
CALL TO ARTISTS!
Reception- June 4 - Show continues through June 23
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
- All artwork must be original fine art quality conceived and created solely by the entering artist.
- Artwork previously accepted into any EGFAC Competitions will not be accepted.
- EGFAC has the right to reject artwork that does not look like the digital image.
- All artwork must be framed and ready to hang with wire , and no larger than 40”x40” including the frame. Unframed oils/acrylics accepted only if the painting extends around edges. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs. Including the return shipping paid shipping label.
- All art must be for sale.
- The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will handle all sales from the exhibition and retain a 40% commission from all sales.
SHOW DESCRIPTION - WIDE OPEN SPACES -Nature and outdoors have inspired countless people, provoking deep thought, strong friendships, and a rooted bond with earth. Revisit or discover your love of nature. The human spirit needs Nature and in every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks.
JUDGE – Teresa Steinbach Garcia - A native Californian and a Design graduate of The University of California at Davis, Teresa Steinbach-Garcia works in a painterly realistic style.
Inspired by many, many artists, she combines her background in watercolor with pastels to capture the nuance of light and place, and interpret impressions of the man-made and nature-made worlds. Teresa worked in both The Graphic Design and Fine Art realm before devoting much of her energy to raising a family on 5 acres in the rural countryside of Wilton, California. With the kids raised she is devoting more time to teaching and exploring all things art. TSteinbachGarciaART.com
CATEGORIES - all mediums are accepted.
AWARDS - RIBBONS AND MONETARY AWARDS:
Best of Show- $100; 1st Place - $75; 2nd Place - $50;
ENTRY FEE - $15 member fee/ or $20 non-member fee per entry per piece (non-refundable) – limit 3 entries per artist. To enter go to www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org and click on call to artists.
IMPORTANT DATES
Exhibition Date – June 4 – June 23
Application Deadline – May 9
Acceptance Notification – May 15 via email
Receiving Accepted works at EGFAC – May 27 and May 28 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Artist Reception – June 4, 4-7pm,
Awards will be announced at reception at 5:30pm
Pick Up Art Works – June 24 and 25, 11am – 4pm
EGFAC will not be responsible for any lost or damaged art submitted to their Competitions. If there are too few applicants thaen EGFAC has the right to cancel the category and refund all entry fees. Placement and display of artwork is at the discretion of the curator of EGFAC.
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL COMPETITION 2022
ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL COMPETITION Call to Artists! - 2022
Reception- July 2nd- Show continues through July 28th
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY:
- All artwork must be original fine art quality conceived and created solely by the entering artist.
- Artwork previously accepted into any EGFAC Competitions will not be accepted.
- EGFAC has the right to reject artwork that does not look like the digital image.
- All artwork must be framed and ready to hang with wire, and no larger than 40”x40” including the frame. Unframed oils/acrylics accepted only if the painting extends around edges. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs. Including the return shipping paid shipping label.
- All art must be for sale.
- The Elk Grove Fine Arts Center will handle all sales from the exhibition and retain a 40% commission from all sales.
SHOW DESCRIPTION - ALL CREATURES GREAT AND SMALL is EGFAC’s annual animal themed show. Animals that fly, crawl, walk, or swim are all around us. We are asking you to capture the essence of an animal in a creative and expressive way.
JUDGE – Yvonne Bonacci – Yvonne was born and raised on a cattle ranch, in Elk Grove CA. Horses and art have always been her passion. It's no surprise horses and people are her favorite subject. Capturing a moment in time, through the use of light and color, is a goal in each of her paintings. Many of her works are done on commission. She has taught workshops in the community for over 25 years. She works in a variety of mediums, winning many awards over the years, including, Best Equine Award in WAOW (Women Artist of the West) National Exhibition, Outstanding Pastel in Bold Brush International Show, Best of Show, California State Fair Purchase Award, People's Choice Awards, Awards of Excellent, and Plein Air Painting Awards.
Yvonne was appointed to the Sacramento Metropolitan Arts Commission by the Sacramento Board of Supervisors; and was President of W.A.S.H (Watercolor Artists of Sacramento Horizons). Her paintings have hung at the California State Capital and Washington D.C.
She is Signature Member of WAOW (Women Artists of the West) and Colored Pencil Society of America, American Women Artist Associate Member of the California Art Club, NOAPS (National Oil & Acrylic Painters' Society) and OPA (Oil Painters of America).
CATEGORIES - all mediums are accepted.
AWARDS - RIBBONS AND MONETARY AWARDS:
Best of Show- $100; 1st Place - $75; 2nd Place - $50;
ENTRY FEE - $15 member fee/ or $20 non-member fee per entry per piece (non-refundable) – limit 3 entries per artist. To enter go to www.elkgrovefineartscenter.org and click on call to artists.
IMPORTANT DATES
Exhibition Date – July 2 – July 28th
Application Deadline – June 13
Acceptance Notification – June 19 via email
Receiving Accepted works at EGFAC – June 24 & 25 9683 Elk Grove-Florin Road, Elk Grove, CA 95624
Artist Reception –July 2 , 4-7pm,
Awards will be announced at reception at 5:30pm
Pick Up Art Works – July 29 & 30, 11am – 4pm
EGFAC will not be responsible for any lost or damaged art submitted to their Competitions. If there are too few applicants thaen EGFAC has the right to cancel the category and refund all entry fees. Placement and display of artwork is at the discretion of the curator of EGFAC.
2022 NEWS All Members Show - PCA Gallery
July 8 - Sept. 7, 2022
NEWS Gallery
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-4pm
All exhibitions at the NEWS/PCA Gallery are juried. Three $100 Awards of Distinction will be given for all NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits except the Board of Directors and Instructors shows.
Acceptances into NEWS Gallery Exhibitions do not count towards qualifying entries for Signature Membership status.
Important dates
June 9 - Entries Due
June 16 - Accpeted works posted on the NEWS website
July 7 - Drop off, 12-2 PM
July 10 - Awards Reception, 2-4 PM
September 8 - Pick Up Artwork, 12-2 PM
Eligibility
- Artists must be an Associate or Signature Member of NEWS to enter NEWS Gallery Exhibitions.
- All work must be painted with aqua media including watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks, and painted on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photocopies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by the image submitted.
- All work must be for sale.
- No changes in pricing information may be made after acceptance.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- Art may be taken at time of purchases; a replacement painting is requested from the artist for the show.
- Artwork may not have been exhibited at PCA, but may have been exhibited in a past New England Watercolor Society exhibition.
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Notification of Acceptance & Awards
Accepted artists will be posted on our website two weeks prior to drop off.
All NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits will be juried for three $100 Awards of Distinction.Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED!
Size limitation of 24" width, not a fraction more, based on outside measurement of frame.Delivery of Accepted Work
All accepted paintings must include a NEWS@PCA form attached to the back. Download a NEWS@PCA form for accepted paintings from the NEWS website. Hand delivered artwork must be received during specified hours.
Shipped works must be received prior to drop off date, have a prepaid return postage label and a NEWS@PCA form in triplicate enclosed. Please ship works toNEWS Gallery
11 North St
Plymouth, MA 02360Sales
A 40% commission will be retained by NEWS to be split with PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated. No changes will be accepted. No Price On Request (POR) and no Not For Sale (NFS).
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the PCA following the show at the stated pick up date. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the shipper after the exhibition.
2022 NEWS Board of Directors Show
September 9 - November 2, 2022
NEWS Gallery
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-4pm
All exhibitions at the NEWS/PCA Gallery are juried. Three $100 Awards of Distinction will be given for all NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits except the Board of Directors and Instructors shows.
Acceptances into NEWS Gallery Exhibitions do not count towards qualifying entries for Signature Membership status.
Important Dates
August 11 - Entries Due
August 18 -Works posted on the NEWS website
September 8 - Drop off, 12-2pm
September 11 - Reception, 2-4pm
November 3 - Pick up, 12-2pm
Eligibility
- Open to NEWS Board Members Only.
- Artists must be an Associate or Signature Member of NEWS to enter NEWS Gallery Exhibitions.
- All work must be painted with aqua media including watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks, and painted on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photocopies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by the image submitted.
- All work must be for sale.
- No changes in pricing information may be made after acceptance.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- Art may be taken at time of purchases; a replacement painting is requested from the artist for the show.
- Artwork may not have been exhibited at PCA, but may have been exhibited in a past New England Watercolor Society exhibition.
Notification of Acceptance & Awards
Accepted artists will be posted on our website two weeks prior to drop off.
All NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits will be juried for three $100 Awards of Distinction.
Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED!
Size limitation of 24" width, not a fraction more, based on outside measurement of frame.
Delivery of Accepted Work
All accepted paintings must include a NEWS@PCA form attached to the back. Download a NEWS@PCA form for accepted paintings from the NEWS website. Hand delivered artwork must be received during specified hours.
Shipped works must be received prior to drop off date, have a prepaid return postage label and a NEWS@PCA form in triplicate enclosed. Please ship works to
NEWS Gallery
11 North St
Plymouth, MA 02360
Sales
A 40% commission will be retained by NEWS to be split with PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated. No changes will be accepted. No Price On Request (POR) and no Not For Sale (NFS).
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the PCA following the show at the stated pick up date. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the shipper after the exhibition.
2022 North American Open Juried Exhibition
November 2 - December 3, 2022
Hosted by Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street
Plymouth, MA 02360
PlymouthGuild.Org
Gallery Hours:
Wed - Sun, 1-5 PM
Sunday, 1-5 pm
Over $5,000 in Awards
Juror of Selection and Awards - Soon Warren, NWS, AWS, TWS
Important dates and times
| September 1 | Submission deadline (via Smarter Entry only) |
| September 16 | Accepted artists posted |
| October 20 | Shipped Works due |
| October 23 | Hand delivery of accepted paintings: 12 - 3 pm |
| October 28-30 | Workshop with Soon Warren |
| November 6 | Show Opens, Reception & Awards Presentation 2 - 5 pm |
| December 3 | Show Closes |
| December 4 | Pick up paintings 12 - 3 pm |
| Shipped work will be returned as soon after Dec. 3 as feasible | |
Eligibility
- Open to any artist age 18 and older residing in North America.
- All work must be painted with aqua media. These include watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photo copies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- No changes in pricing or catalog information may be made after acceptance.
- All work must be for sale.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by image submitted.
- Art work exhibited in past New England Watercolor Society exhibitions is not eligible.
Full NEWS submission rules can be found here.
Entry Fees
- Non-Members: $30 one entry, $35 two entries, $40 three entries
- NEWS Signature and Associate Members: $20 one entry, $25 two entries, $30 three entries
Signature/Associate discount code will be sent via e-mail and must be used to receive the discount.
Please be sure your member dues are paid for 2020. Otherwise you must pay the non-member entry fee.
Entry fees will be paid by credit card at the time of entering images.
Notification of Acceptance
Accepted artists will be posted on our website by September 15.
Delivery of Accepted Work
A handling fee of $50 will be required of shipped work. Detailed shipping instructions will be provided upon acceptance to the exhibition. Shipped work must arrive by October 23.
Hand delivered artwork must be received at the Plymouth Center for the Arts on October 25, 12 - 4pm. To facilitate drop-off and return of work, a complete list of accepted artists will be posted online so that cooperative arrangements for drop-off and pick-up can independently be made.
Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED! Note size limitation of 46" in any direction, based on outside measurement of frame.
Sales
A 40% commission will be retained and split between NEWS & PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated by the artists on entry. No changes will be accepted. No P.O.R., no N.F.S..
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the Plymouth Center for the Arts on December 4, 12 - 3 pm. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the artist after December 6..
Note: It is the obligation of artists to exhibit accepted works. Failure to do so wastes the opportunity of another artist to display their work or become eligible for signature membership.
NEWS and PCA reserve the right to photograph paintings or use digital images for publicity purposes.
2022 Brushes With Nature Exhibit
Nov 4, 2022- Jan 4, 2023
NEWS Gallery
Plymouth Center for the Arts
11 North Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
Hours: Wednesday - Sunday 12-4pm
All exhibitions at the NEWS/PCA Gallery are juried. Three $100 Awards of Distinction will be given for all NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits except the Board of Directors and Instructors shows.
Acceptances into NEWS Gallery Exhibitions do not count towards qualifying entries for Signature Membership status.
Important Dates
October 6 - Entries Due
October 13 -Accepted works posted on the NEWS website
November 3 - Drop off, 12-2pm
November 6 - Award Reception, 2-4pm
January 12, 2023 - Pick Up, 12-2pm
Eligibility
- Brushes with Nature is exclusively open to artists who participated in 2022 Brushes With Nature events. The submitted artwork must have been completed during one of the scheduled Plein air outings, or started in the field and completed in the studio. Brushes With Nature details
- Artists must be an Associate or Signature Member of NEWS to enter NEWS Gallery Exhibitions.
- All work must be painted with aqua media including watercolor, acrylic, casein, egg tempera, gouache and inks, and painted on unvarnished paper or synthetic paper such as Yupo.
- No photocopies, color laser prints, multiple prints, pastels or computer generated work.
- Work may not have been created in a class or workshop under a teacher's supervision.
- The Screening Committee has the right to refuse any painting that does not meet the stated specifications or is not accurately represented by the image submitted.
- All work must be for sale.
- No changes in pricing information may be made after acceptance.
- Art may not be withdrawn early.
- Art may be taken at time of purchases; a replacement painting is requested from the artist for the show.
- Artwork may not have been exhibited at PCA, but may have been exhibited in a past New England Watercolor Society exhibition.
Notification of Acceptance & Awards
Accepted artists will be posted on our website two weeks prior to drop off.
All NEWS Associate & Signature Members exhibits will be juried for three $100 Awards of Distinction.
Framing of Accepted Work
White and off-white mats only. All work must be framed under Plexiglas. Wires must be attached so that they are not visible when the work is hanging. No sawtooth hangers allowed. Mat, frame and glazing package must have a professional look and must be in "as new" condition. Work not conforming to regulations WILL NOT BE EXHIBITED!
Size limitation of 24" width, not a fraction more, based on outside measurement of frame.
Delivery of Accepted Work
All accepted paintings must include a NEWS@PCA form attached to the back. Download a NEWS@PCA form for accepted paintings from the NEWS website. Hand delivered artwork must be received during specified hours.
Shipped works must be received prior to drop off date, have a prepaid return postage label and a NEWS@PCA form in triplicate enclosed. Please ship works to
NEWS Gallery
11 North St
Plymouth, MA 02360
Sales
A 40% commission will be retained by NEWS to be split with PCA on all sales. Paintings will be sold at the price originally stated. No changes will be accepted. No Price On Request (POR) and no Not For Sale (NFS).
Return of Work
Work must be picked up at the PCA following the show at the stated pick up date. Shipped works will be repacked and returned to the shipper after the exhibition.