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FOLLOWING THE LIGHT

Call to Artists

Inhouse Exhibition & Online    June 5 - 28, 2020

​Without light, there would be no art and no life.  Light is so basic to our existence, but offers so many exceptional variations to explore in abstract or representational forms.
Interpretation of Theme:  We encourage broad interpretation of the exhibition theme.

​Delivery of Art: Happening now, but appointments are required for drop off.  Please enter online and then make an appointment to drop off starting NOW. Entry Deadline May 31st. Drop off deadline June 2nd at the Virginia Beach Art Center.  Entries must be completed online by May 31st. Artwork must be labeled with Title, Medium, Size, Price, Artist Name and Phone Number. NO EXCEPTIONS
Facebook Live Opening Reception:
Come join us on FaceBook Live for the Award Announcements with the Judge!  Tell your friends to join also!  Comment!... Share!...
-On www.facebook.com/ArtistsGalleryVB

-Friday June 5, 7 pm 
-Awards presentation 7:15 pm
-Located in the Brock Gallery at The Virginia Beach Art Center
-Tell everyone we are also open and the Exhibition will be up on the walls for Viewing, but they would have to bring their masks and view art apart.

Eligibility:  Invitational Artists and Cooperative Artists
Entry Fee: $25 for non-supporter/invitational    $20 for Co-op Members & Supporters.
-Cash, Check or PayPal payable to VBAC.
-Enter up to three pieces
 
Commission:   30% of sales retained by The Artists Gallery (non-members)
                         25% of sales retained by The Artists Gallery (co-op members)
 
Judge: Mark Atkinson, Vice-President & Creative Director of OTTO Design + Marketing
Website: www.thinkotto.com


Awards:  Sponsored by VBAC
  • Best in Show $50
  • Award of Excellence $35
  • Award of Merit $25
  • Most Creative $15
  • 2 Honorable Mentions $15 each
 To Submit: 
  • Fill out the entry form on the website by May 31st. 
  • You will need to upload a photo of your artwork. File name of photo should have your last name & title
  • Submit a description and statement about each piece, to be displayed with the work.
  • Pay entry fee by check (payable to VBAC) or PayPal using button above the entry form.
SUBMIT ART BY MAY 31ST Midnight.

By submitting your art, you understand and agree that The Artists Gallery and VBAC 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.

Contact: Vinnie Bumatay Phone: 757-425-6671   
Email: artistsgallery@artcentervb.org
Gallery Website:  www.theartistsgallery.org
VBAC Website:  www.artcentervb.org/followinglight
    
GENERAL RULES
  • This is a juried exhibition. 
  • Current original works only, not previously exhibited at VBAC/The Artists Gallery Monthly Exhibitions.
  • Works should be completed within the last 2 years. 
  • All works must be free of copyright infringement. 
  • One to three pieces can be submitted.
  • Artwork must be noted if it is Framed, Unframed or Matted.
  • Artworks, mats and frames must be in good and clean condition.
  • Works must be labeled on back with title, medium, price, name and phone number.
  • All works will be on the website and for sale throughout the duration of the exhibition.
  • Artist will be notified on a sale.
  • Artist will deliver art to the gallery by making an appointment on June 1,2,3 or 4.
  • VBAC is a community gallery.  The staff curates the show before judging occurs.  All artwork should be suitable for viewers of all ages.
following_the_light_prospectus.pdf
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J U D G E

WEBSITE
atkinson_bioresume_2020.pdf
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Deadline SUNDAY MAY 31ST Midnight

Select the Correct Entry Fee

    Do not leave any blanks.
    ​Enter N/A in the description box of the other entries if entering less than 3 pieces.


    S U B M I T​   IMAGES


    FIRST ENTRY

    Max file size: 20MB
    File Name: Artist's Last Name, Art Work Title


    SECOND ENTRY

    Max file size: 20MB
    File Name: Artist's Last Name, Art work Title


    THIRD ENTRY

    Max file size: 20MB
    File Name: Artist's Last Name, Title of Artwork




SUBMIT
Location
532 Virginia Beach Blvd.
​Virginia Beach, VA 23451
VBAC's building is handicapped accessible.


​Contact Us

757-425-6671
​
create@artcentervb.org
​

Hours: 
Monday Closed
Tues.-Fri. 10am-5pm
Sat. 10am-4pm
Sun. 12am-4pm
​Free parking, Free entry
Follow Us:
 ​Virginia Beach Art Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, and has a  harassment-free environment.  We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, or sexual orientation.  Art displayed in the building is the sole expression of the individual artist and does not reflect the opinion or position of the Art Center,  board of directors, volunteers or staff.
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