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VBAC Fundraiser
Call for Donations

​​VB Art Center Annual Fundraiser
We thank everyone who has donated!  There are now over 75 items in our auction!
REMEMBER--we don't need the actual pieces until delivery on Nov. 2nd.

Everything is online here:  
https://www.biddingowl.com/VirginiaBeachArtCenter

​Fundraiser Dates:
Submission Deadline: October 15                       
Notifications: October 17
Drop off: November 2, 11 am-5 pm
Online Auction begins: October 18 (
https://www.biddingowl.com/VirginiaBeachArtCenter)                               
In-Gallery Viewing:  November 5-13
Bidding Ends: Saturday November 13, 9 pm
Pick up of Purchased Items:  Sunday November 14, 12-4 pm
Pick up of Unpurchased Items:  Sun. Nov. 14 and Tues. Nov. 16

Items for donation may include original fine art, fine art prints (valued at $75 or more), vintage jewelry, high-end collectibles and small estate items.  If unsure, please contact us for advice.


Liability and Permission:
By submitting your donation, you understand and agree to the following:
  • You are transferring ownership of the item to the Virginia Beach Art Center.
  • The Virginia Beach Art Center and The Artists Gallery are not responsible and cannot be held liable for any damages to artworks/items during and after this exhibition. 
  • The Art Center will use images of the item(s) for marketing purposes.

Drop Off:
The drop off is Tuesday, November 2, 10am- 5pm.  No works will be accepted after Tuesday at 5 pm. If you cannot drop off on Tuesday, please arrange for an EARLY drop off the Sunday before.

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

Opening Events:   (Updates on Covid-19 Protocol will be available before the event)
Gallery Open:  Friday November 5, from 10 am - 5 pm 
Reception:  Friday November 5, 6-8 pm

PICK UP:
Pick up for purchased art will be on Sunday November 14th, 12 -4 pm.  
Art not sold may be picked up November 14th, 12-4pm or on the 16th, 10am-5pm.

CONTACT WITH QUESTIONS:  
exhibitioncoordinatorvbac@gmail.com

     ​VBAC Fundraiser
    ​Submissions have Closed

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    Submission

    FIRST ITEM:
    Max file size: 20MB
    Filename should be: lastname_title
    Title case (cap. and lower case letters), no quotation marks
    Example: Acrylic
    Example: 590.00 (no dollar sign)
    Example: 14 x 20 (no " marks, and a space between numbers and the x)
    Statement should be no more than 200 words. Example: Acrylic, 16x20, The world collapses around me, but I re-emerge from the rubble.
    SECOND ITEM: 
    Max file size: 20MB
    Filename should be: lastname_title
    Title case (cap. and lower case letters), no quotation marks
    Example: Acrylic
    Example: 590.00 (no dollar sign)
    Example: 14 x 20 (no " marks, and a space between numbers and the x)
    2-3 Sentence statement, limit of 200 characters. Please use proper punctuation--we copy and paste what you submit. Check your spelling.
    THIRD ITEM: 
    Max file size: 20MB
    Filename should be: lastname_title
    Title case (cap. and lower case letters), no quotation marks
    Example: Acrylic
    Example: 590.00 (no dollar sign)
    Example: 14 x 20 (no " marks, and a space between numbers and the x)
    2-3 Sentence statement, limit of 200 characters. Please use proper punctuation--we copy and paste what you submit. Check your spelling.
    If you have more than three items to donate, please refresh this page and enter your additional pieces.

    ​​We will publish the info that you have provided. Please check your prices and your statements for typos.
    ​Because of the file uploads, please be patient.  Count to 30.

    If the submission works you will automatically be redirected to a confirmation page.  Thank you so much for your donation!
Submit Donation
GENERAL RULES
  • This is a curated auction, not all works may be accepted.
  • All works must be free of copyright infringement. 
  • Artworks, mats and frames should be in good and clean condition.
  • Works must be labeled on back with donor name, title, artist, medium, price, 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.  No sawtooth hangers.   -NO EXCEPTIONS
  • Works requiring special installation must be cleared in advance.
  • All works will be on the auction website and for sale throughout the duration of the auction.
  • VBAC is a community gallery.  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 the online exhibition and for promotional purposes.

Visit the Virginia Beach ARt Center

Conveniently located in the ViBe Creative District near the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.
Contact Us:    

FRONT DESK: 757.425.6671

GENERAL QUESTIONS:

executivedirector@artcentervb.org

ART CLASS QUESTIONS:
create@artcentervb.org

POTTERY QUESTIONS:
pottery@artcentervb.org

EXHIBITION QUESTIONS:
exhibitions@artcentervb.org

THE ARTISTS GALLERY QUESTIONS:
​gallerymanager@artcentervb.org
Hours: 
Monday Closed
Tues.-Fri. 10am-5pm
Sat. 10am-4pm
Sun. 12pm-4pm
​Free parking, Free entry
Location:
532 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD.

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23451
(17th Street between Baltic and Mediterranean Aves.)

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Virginia Beach Art Center is a harassment-free environment and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, genetics, sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.  Art displayed in the building is the sole expression of the individual artist and does not reflect the opinion or position of VBAC or its board of directors, volunteers or staff.
The Art Center building is handicapped accessible.
​The Virginia Beach Art Center is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.  Donations to the Virginia Beach Art Center are tax-deductible.  The Art Center's financial statement is available upon written request from the Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs.
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​All artist images are copyright owned by the artist.  No content from this site may be saved, copied or reproduced without permission.
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      • Artist Call Mother Earth '23
      • Artist Call My Happy Place '23
      • Artist Call Name That Tune '23
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