ELIGIBILITY
Open to all US artists over the age of eighteen. Only original work created, conceived, and executed entirely by you, the artist, after April 1, 2018 and not previously shown in an Allied Arts Association Juried Show will be considered. Work from commercial kits, tutorials, copies, or done under instruction is ineligible.
CONDITIONS
Allied Arts makes the following conditions applicable to all artists entering art for exhibition:
1) Allied Arts reserves the right to photograph exhibited art for publicity purposes.
2) All art must remain on exhibition throughout the designated show schedule.
3) Allied Arts charges a 35% commission on sales. Items may be indicated as Not for Sale (NFS).
4) Prior to installation, the juror and Allied Arts reserve the right to reject pieces that are too fragile, oversized, or in poor condition.
5) Allied Arts cannot assume responsibility for loss or damage during shipment to or from the exhibit.
6) Allied Arts retains the right to cancel this show.
ENTRY INSTRUCTIONS
Following the below instructions allows us to represent your artwork at its best, provides a level playing field for all entries, and makes our job easier in keeping track of entries. Please read these instructions carefully.
Entries must be received by May 1, 2020.
Email the following information to alliedjuriedshow@gmail.com (this is a must for all entrants).
Your name, address, phone number, email address, and Allied Arts membership status.
For each item you are entering:
include the title, medium, size, and price.
In addition, add “NFS” if not for sale; however, still include a price as we need the value for insurance purposes.
Include a digital photo of each item. Change the name of the image file to: the first letter of your name plus your last name, and a number if you are submitting multiple entries (for example, jsmith1.jpg). Artwork submitted must match the entry image. 3D pieces are allowed 2 photos; 1 overall and 1 close up. Files should be named jsmith1a.jpg and jsmith1b.jpg.
Format
Save the files in JPG format.
File Size
Files should be less than 5 MB. Images should not
exceed 1200 pixels in the longest dimension.
Color
Images should be in color.
Editing
We may edit images to meet these specifications.
Photos
In March the gallery assists with photographing artwork.
Please call (509)9439815
to schedule a time slot.
MEDIA
Entries may include any traditional media: watercolors, oils, acrylics, mixed media, drawings, ceramics, fibers, metals, photographs, prints, jewelry, wood, glass, non-traditional materials (separate or in combination with above).
FRAMING
Two-dimensional work must be wired for hanging. No sawtooth hangers or clip-on frames are permitted. Unframed canvases must be gallery wrapped with at least 1 1/2-inch deep stretchers and staple-free edges. Drawings, watercolors, prints, and photographs require glass or acrylic unless alternative methods are used to protect the artwork, and, if shipped, must use acrylic. Wet paintings or frames, and artwork with protruding nails, tacks, or other sharp objects will be rejected.
SIZE AND WEIGHT
Dimensions of two-dimensional pieces (frames included) may not exceed 72 x 72 inches. Three-dimensional pieces must fit through the entry way to the gallery, which measures 3 1/2 x 10 feet. Pieces must not weigh more than 150 pounds. No exceptions unless previous arrangements have been made with the Juried Show Chairman.
FEES (NON-REFUNDABLE)
$12 per entry for members; $15 per entry for non-members. Multiple units, when priced as a single unit will be judged as one entry. Artists who submit three paid entries may submit a bonus fourth work without a fourth entry fee. No more than four works/sets may be submitted.
Entry fees must accompany entries:
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In Person: Bring check, cash or card to the gallery during normal gallery hours
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By Mail: Send check to: The Gallery at the Park ATTN: Annual Juried Show
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Online using a credit card or PayPal.
