Originality:
- Material must be original to artist and not derived from any published or copyrighted images, or work done under instruction in a classroom. Completed in the last 3 yrs, sculptures completed in the last 5 yrs. Class projects, of the artist’s own design, are acceptable.
- No reproductions (prints, giclees) except digital productions.
- Work may be shown only once in an HCA open or member show.
- Work may not be removed from the Live Artfully Boutique to be shown in an exhibit.
- Themes are suggestions only.
Size:
- Maximum size for paintings is 7’ x 7’.
- Any entry weighing over 50 lbs will be accepted at the discretion of the receiving committee and the artist must be available to assist with placement of the piece the day the show is hung.
Framing:
- You may use glass in framed pieces under 22 x 28
- We require Plexiglas on all framed work over 22 x 28
- Unframed canvas need to be museum wrapped with painted edges.
- All photographs are to be framed under glass or Plexiglas or printed on museum wrapped canvas or metal.
- All framed pieces should be wired, with wire ends wrapped with tape.
Wire should be securely attached to the back of the frame with screw eyes, one third down from the top of the frame. - Saw tooth hangers, fishing line or chains will not be accepted.
- Name, address and phone number must be written on the back of all art.
- Mats, glass and Plexiglas need to be clean and free of scratches.
- Any entry not meeting these requirements will not be accepted.
Fees:
- The entry fees are non-refundable and do not guarantee artwork will be accepted.
Fee Schedule:
- One Piece: $20 members, $30 non-members.
- Two Pieces: $30 members, $50 non-members.
- Three Pieces: $35 members, $65 non-members
- Diptych: $25 Herrig Center for the Arts members, $40 non-members
- Triptych: $35 Herrig Center for the Arts members, $60 non-members
- Diptych and Triptych must be in matching frames and similar orientation.
Withdrawal:
- No work accepted for an exhibition may be substituted or withdrawn during the exhibit.
Sales:
- Artwork sold will remain in the galleries until the published pick up date. The artist will receive 65% of the sale price.
Pick Up Deadline:
- All work must be picked up on the designated pick up date.
- Any artist who leaves work at the Herrig Center longer than 7 days after the pick up date will be charged $5 per day per piece.
Statement of Responsibility:
- The Herrig will do everything possible to protect the work of the artists. The artist needs to understand that the Herrig cannot be responsible for loss or damage.
- All work will be hung at the discretion of the Exhibition Committee. Herrig Center for the Arts reserves the right of final presentation.
- The judge will be responsible for choosing art for the exhibit and the award winners. Artists will be notified by phone or email if their work is not accepted.
Open and Member Shows:
- Maximum of three entries per person.
Awards:
- There must be a minimum of five (5) pieces in any award category to receive a cash award.
