H2O
A National Call exhibition that features water, water, everywhere!  It has no taste, no smell, and no color, yet we can't live without it! 
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Exhibition Dates:
Application Deadline Midnight May 10 on CaFE                       
Juror Selections May 11 to 20
Notifications May 21
Drop off in person:  May 28, 29 or 31
Shipped art may arrive May 25-29)                             
Exhibition Opens June 3, 10 am-5 pm, ends June 26 at 4 pm
Reception June 3, 6-8 pm
Awards Presentation June 3 at 7 pm streamed on Facebook
Artists Talks June 26, 3-4 pm
Pick up June 29, 11 am-5 pm

​Juror:

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​Awards: 
  • Best in Show $500
  • Award of Excellence $350
  • Award of Merit $250
  • Most Creative $100
  • 4 Honorable Mentions $75 each
Special Rules: Must address water in some way, including watermedia, oceans, rivers, lakes, a glass of water, rain etc.  Broad interpretation encouraged.  
Interpretation ideas:  Waterscapes, still life with a glass of water, rain, an athlete with sweat, conservation of waterways, sea level rise, irrigation, clouds and more.

​Eligibility:  Open to artists age 18 or older who reside in the United States. 

Entry Fee:  $35 for up to three pieces (Entry Fee is non-refundable)
  • $30 for Artists Gallery Members (contact us for the discount code)
  • There is a jury process and not all three pieces may be accepted

To Submit: (Required)
  • Fill out the entry form by midnight, May 7 on CaFÉ™.   The Apply button above will take you there.
  • 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.  Statements are limited to 1000 characters.  The Art Center staff reserves the right to edit statements for clarity, length or typos.

​Commission:   
30% of sales retained by The Artists Gallery 
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, June 1, at 5 PM. (shipped art may arrive May 28-June 1). 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 Saturday and Sunday before. (CLOSED Monday 31)

Posters and postcards/handouts will be available at drop off. (Please share and post)

Opening Events:   (Updates on Covid-19 Protocol will be available before the event)
Exhibition Opens:  Friday June 4, from 10 am - 5 pm at the Virginia Beach Art Center
Awards presentation 7 pm, streamed on Facebook LIVE    (https://www.facebook.com/ArtCenterVB​)

​ARTIST TALKS (optional):  Sunday June 27, 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 June 29, 10 am-5 pm.  
Art may be taken home after 4 pm by those who participate in the art talk. (Please let us know)
No pick up before 4 pm on Sunday, June 27.

GENERAL RULES
  • This is a juried exhibition. 
  • Current original works only, not previously exhibited at VBAC 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, 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.
  • Image on gallery wraps must be extended around all sides of the canvas, no staples visible.
  • Works must be labeled on back with title, 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 EXCEPTIONS
  • Works requiring special installation must be cleared in advance.
  • All works will be on the website and for sale 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 the online exhibition and for promotional purposes.
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Submissions are being accepted through the callforentry.org
Artists who have never used CAFE before may find these tips helpful:
  • First create an artist account.  You’ll include your name, contact information, etc.  Proofread carefully, as this information is used to automatically populate the fields in your submission.
  • Second:  Upload your art into your artist portfolio on the site (again, proof it all carefully—it automatically populates for the submission.)
  • Third:  Find the call in CAFE by searching for H2O or Virginia Beach Art Center (By the way, "O" is the letter O, not the number.)
  • Fourth:  Follow the directions to apply.  Proofread everything carefully!
  • The last step will be a payment page within the CAFE website.  
​If you have questions, you can contact us.

If you have technical difficulty with setting up your information in CAFE, you should use their help/support link for guidance.