​​In a Blue Mood
Art that includes anything from blue skies to down-in-the-gutter blues.  See artwork that reflects the many shades of a sometimes happy, sometimes somber color.

Exhibition Dates:  January 7-30, 2022
​AND, exhibition continued at Cape Henry Collegiate February 1-28, 2022

Dec. 28, 2021:      Application Deadline
Dec. 29-Jan 2:      Juror Selections Made
Jan. 3:                   Notifications (via email)
Jan. 4:                   Drop off 11 am - 5 pm                               
Jan. 7:                   Show Opens for Visitors 10 am
Jan. 7:                   Reception 6-8 pm
Jan. 7:                   Award Presentation 7 pm streamed on Facebook
Jan. 30:                 Artists Talks 3-4 pm​
March 1:              Pick up at VB Art Center 

Judge:  TBA 

Awards: 

• Best in Show $100
• Award of Excellence $75
• Award of Merit $50
• Most Creative $30
• 4 Honorable Mentions $25 each

Special Rules:    Artwork must contain blue as a dominant color OR some concept of "blue" in the subject matter.  All subject matter and media welcome.  

Interpretation ideas:  In addition to the color blue, art could convey having the blues, blues style music, and other plays on the word blue in the subject matter or title.  Broad interpretation is encouraged and should be reflected in the statement for each piece.

​Eligibility:  Open to Local/Regional Artists age 18 or older (must be able to drop off work in person)  

Entry Fee:  $30 for up to three pieces ($25 for Annual Supporters and members of The Artists Gallery)

• There is a jury process; not all pieces may be accepted
• Entry fee is non-refundable

To Submit: 

• Fill out the entry form on this page by midnight of the submission deadline. 
• You will need to upload a photo of each of your artworks. File name of photo should have your last name & title.
• Submit a description and statement about each piece, to be displayed with the work.  Statement should be 50-75 words (basically 2 lines in a standard word document).  The Art Center staff reserves the right to edit statements for clarity, length or typos.
• Pay entry fee by check (payable to VB Art Center) or PayPal/CC using button on the confirmation page.

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ATTENTION:  Read all rules below, but be aware of these common oversights:

• Presentation must be professional and not detract from the artwork.  
• Unframed pieces must have a professional finish, with clean lines and no visible staples on the sides of the canvas. 
• Hanging wires must be tight, and near the top 1/5 of the frame.
• Artwork must be for sale and on view for entire exhibition.
• PLEASE READ GENERAL RULES at very bottom.

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Commission:   
30% of sales retained by The Artists Gallery for Invitational Artists
25% of sales retained by The Artists Gallery for AG Artists

Liability and Permission:
By submitting your art, you understand and agree that the Virginia Beach Art Center and The Artists Gallery are not responsible and cannot be held liable for any damages to artworks during and after this exhibition.  You give us permission to use images of your artwork for marketing purposes.

Drop Off Art:
The deadline for drop off is Tuesday, January 4, 11 am to 5 PM. No works will be accepted after Tuesday at 5 pm. If you cannot drop off on Tuesday, please arrange with us for an EARLY drop off the Sunday before.
Affix a label on the back of artwork with Artist name and Title.

Posters and postcards/handouts will be available at drop off.

Opening Events:   
Gallery Open:  Friday January 7, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Virginia Beach Art Center
Reception: Friday January 7, 6-8 pm.  
Awards presentation 7 pm, streamed on Facebook LIVE (our page is Virginia Beach Art Center--Home of the Artists Gallery)

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​ARTIST TALKS (optional):  Sunday January 30, from 3pm to 4pm.  Artists are invited to an informal "Artist Talk"  to discuss their works with members of the public.  

PICK UP:
Art pick up is Tuesday February 1, 11 am-5 pm.  
Art may be taken home after 4 pm Sunday by those who participate in the art talk.
Absolutely no pick up before 4 pm on Sunday, Jan. 30th.

Questions/Contacts:
Virginia Beach Art Center
532 Virginia Beach Blvd. Suite A
Virginia Beach, VA 23451
exhibitioncoordinator@artcentervb.org
www.artcentervb.org

GENERAL RULES

• This is a juried exhibition. 
• Current original works only, not previously exhibited at VBAC Monthly Exhibitions. 
• All works must be free of copyright infringement. 
• One to three pieces can be submitted, but not all may be accepted.
• All entries will be displayed together, so they must be a cohesive body of work.
• Artworks, mats and frames must be in good and clean condition.
• Unframed canvas must have a professional finish that does not detract from the art.  No visible staples. 
• Works must be labeled on back with title, medium, price, artist name and phone number.
• Size and weight limitations:  Width of 2D works is limited to 50 inches and 40 pounds or less.  The base of 3D works may not be more than 36" square.  Any 3D works over 40 lb. must be installed and moved by the artist.  Any exceptions to these limitations will be made on a case by case basis.  Please contact the exhibition coordinator before submitting.  
• WIRE INSTRUCTIONS: All two-dimensional works must have a tight hanging wire, three inches down from the top of the frame.  Wire must be attached to the frame and not the backing/canvas.   -NO EXCEPTIONS
• Works requiring special installation must be cleared in advance.
• All works must be for sale and remain at the gallery throughout the duration of the exhibition.
• Artist will be notified of a sale.​
• VBAC is a community gallery.  The staff curates the show before judging occurs.
• All artwork should be suitable for viewers of all ages.
• While staff and volunteers take great care with the artworks, the Virginia Beach Art Center and The Artists Gallery are not responsible and cannot be held liable for any damages to artworks before, during or after this exhibition.
• ​Submitting your images is an indication that you give the Art Center permission to use images of the art for  promotional purposes.