Body of Work
The human figure is one of the most attractive - and most challenging - themes in art. Subjects may be clothed or not, active or in repose. See what forms our artists choose.  

 Exhibition Dates:  September 2- October 2, 2022

8/19               Application Deadline (midnight)                   
8/22-24         Standards Committee Selections 
8/26              Notifications: NEW! Check for "Accepted Artwork"                             button at the top of the page on Friday, 8/26.
8/30              Drop Off, Tuesday 11 am - 4 pm                              
9/1                 Open for Visitors, Thursday 10 am
9/2                 Reception Friday 6-8 pm
                        Award Presentation, 7 pm streamed on Facebook
10/2               Artists Talks, Sunday 3-4 pm
10/04             Pick Up, Tuesday 11 am - 4 pm

Judge:   Mark Miltz

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 include the human form. It does not have to be representational if there is a strong connection made in the artist statement.  Interpretation ideas can include but are not limited to:  figurative, body parts (hands, feet, face etc.), abstract with the suggestion of a figure, photographs of people, large crowds, individuals etc.

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Eligibility: 

• Open to Local/Regional Artists aged 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 in jpg format. File name of photo should be Last Name, First Name _Title of artwork.
• Submit a short 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.
• NEW! Be sure to enter your website and social media handles so we can tag you in our posts!
• Pay entry fee by check (payable to VB Art Center) or PayPal/CC using button on the confirmation page.
• NEW! It is the artist's responsibility to check back on this page for notification of acceptance to the show.

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Drop Off Art:

• The deadline for drop off is Tuesday, August 30th, 10 am to 4 pm.
• No works will be accepted after Tuesday at 5 pm. If you cannot drop off on Tuesday, please make arrangements with us for an EARLY drop off. 
• Affix a label on the back of 2D artwork or under 3D artwork with Artist name and Title.
• Exhibition posters and postcards/handouts will be available at drop off.

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 across, and near the top 1/3 of the frame.
• Artwork must be for sale and on view for entire exhibition.
• PLEASE READ ALL GENERAL RULES at very bottom.

​Commission:   

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

Artist Talks:

• ​Artist Talks (optional):  Sunday, August 28th, from 3pm to 4pm.  Artists are invited to an informal "Artist Talk" to discuss their works with members of the public.  
• Art may be taken home after 4 pm on Sunday August 28th by those who participate in the Artist's Talk.
• Absolutely no pickup before 4 pm on the last day of the show.

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

• This is a juried exhibition. 
• One to three pieces can be submitted, but not all may be accepted.
• Current original works only, not previously exhibited at any other Virginia Beach Art Center monthly exhibitions. 
• Virginia Beach Art Center is a community gallery.  All artwork should be suitable for viewers of all ages.
• All works must be free of copyright infringement.  It is the individual artist's responsibility to ensure that they are adhering to copyright requirements.  The Virginia Beach Art Center and The Artists Gallery are not liable for any copyright infringement issues that may arise.
• 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. 
• WIRE INSTRUCTIONS: All two-dimensional works must have a tight hanging wire, near the top 1/3 of the frame.  Wire must be attached to the frame and not the backing/canvas.   -NO EXCEPTIONS-
• 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. 
• 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.​
• 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 Virginia Beach Art Center permission to use images of your art for promotional purposes.