Gift Shop Application (for members only) DEADLINE EXTENDED to August 9, 2024
Juror for this show is TBA
Open to members of Mountain Artists Guild and non-members; Arizona artists in all media encouraged to apply; an online and in-gallery show. Please Note: All artwork must be delivered in person. If you have questions please contact Stefanie Culver at guild@mountainartistsguild.org
Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards
Pathways guide us as we navigate through the world. They can appear as well-trodden trails, garden paths, corridors, or roads. Often, pathways are tucked away in hidden corners—between buildings, down alleyways, or within urban environments. Many pathways might take you out into the world, some leading to places outside of urban settings, such as down to a creek, or, like Alice in Wonderland, to a whole other world. These places often hold countless untold stories, and as an artist, you get to tell their story.
A mental pathway might involve daydreaming, mapping out one's life journey, or simply drifting through a range of emotions.
This art show offers the chance to interpret your concept of a "pathway." Artists are invited to submit artworks in various media such as paintings, photographs, jewelry, and sculptures. Each artist can bring their unique approach to depicting "Pathways," making for a thoughtful and interesting exhibition.
Understand, I’ll slip quietly
away from the noisy crowd
when I see the pale
stars rising, blooming, over the oaks.
I’ll pursue solitary pathways
through the pale twilit meadows,
with only this one dream:
You come too.
-Rainer Maria Rilke
Online Application Deadline: Start anytime and up until 9PM on Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Show Dates: August 21 through November 2, 2024
Gallery In-take August 18 and August 19, 2024
Upon acceptance, you will receive an email with a link to make an appointment time. Artwork must be delivered in person - no shipping permitted. For Members only, if you cannot deliver in person at intake, please make arrangements with our Gallery Manager.
Entry Fees - up to 5 submissions per artist - Pay by credit card only
Members: $30.00 for the first 3 submissions; $6.00 for all other submissions (Members are guaranteed one acceptance to this show) Members agree to volunteer a minimum of 8 hours during the exhibition period or pay a "buyout" fee of $40, payable at The Guild.
Non-members: $45.00 for the first 3 submissions; $9.00 for all other submissions
Categories
1. Original Paintings (Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Water media, Pastel, Color Pencils, Inks, Etchings, Mixed Media Collage, etc.)
2. Photography (all types of photography mediums)
3. 3-Dimensional Objects (sculpture, pottery/ceramics, woodworking, stone carving, mixed-media objects, mosaics, fiber arts, tile work, glass art, etc.)
4. Jewelry (100% handcrafted, metal, minerals, gems, beads, polymer clay, leather)
All submissions will be juried and either accepted or not accepted into the Gallery Show for final judging. Members are guaranteed one acceptance to this show.
Prints of original paintings, giclees, and other printed items such as tote bags, pouches, towels, etc. should NOT be entered.
Participation Rules
1. Submissions must be entered online using the ArtCall.org website.
2. Artwork accepted into previous 2023 Mountain Artists Guild shows is not eligible for submission.
3. Artwork, in whole or in part, must be created solely by the artist.
4. Artwork, in whole or in part, must not infringe on any copyright.
5. Paintings or photographs of nudes or work inappropriate for family viewing will not be accepted.
6. Price your work to reflect the Guild's commission: Members- 25%; Non-members - 40% - All Artwork must be for sale.
7. Minimum canvas or frame size for paintings or photographs is 80 inches (ex: 8 x 10 inches); the maximum canvas or paper size is 1728 square inches (36 by 48 inches). Heavy sculptures and other heavy 3-dimensional objects must be easily movable by members and be standalone (not on a wall).
8. Paintings and photographs may be framed or unframed provided unframed images are on gallery wrapped canvas a minimum of 3/4" thick or on metal. Canvas 1/2" or less must be framed. Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards
9. Once the awards have been announced, accepted entries will be on display in the Web Gallery for 3 months. Artists who enter this show are responsible for handling (packaging) and shipping of items sold online. Artists in the Web Gallery show must inform the Guild if they sell their work so that the Web Gallery is kept up-to-date.
Submission Instructions
1. Images of artwork should have no background/frame visible; artwork under glass should show no reflections, and be in the appropriate orientation.
2. Images must represent the work accurately.
3. You may submit more than one image of paintings, photographs, 3-dimensional objects and jewelry to show different sides of the item or close-up detail. DO NOT SUBMIT different artwork in individual entries only photos for one piece.
4. If photographing 3-dimensional objects or jewelry, place them on either a white or black non-textured background.
5. Images should be in JPG, PNG, or PDF file format.
6. The maximum file size for uploading is 4MB. If your image file size is greater than this, use a photo or image editing program to reduce the size of the image before uploading.
7. Mountain Artists Guild reserves the right to reject artwork that is not photographed correctly and reflects poorly on the artist and the Guild.
Register Online at ArtCall.org - Need Help - see our Art Call Step-by-Step instructions
1. If you do not have an account on ArtCall.org, register and apply online: Ignore the request to create a portfolio web site should that message appear. Simply click on the ‘x’ in the top right of that screen to close it or click on ‘No thanks’.
2. If you already have an account, sign on with your username and password. If you forgot your password, request a new one.
3. Provide the details requested to set up an account.
4. Click on ‘Add new submission’ to pay by credit card. Decide on how many submissions you will enter before you pay. NOTE: No refunds will be made if you pay for more submissions than you use.
5. NOTE: If you want to add additional submissions after you paid for a specific number:
Awards Ceremony & Reception
August 23, 2024 5pm - 7:30pm
Location of Show and Other Information
Online for 3 months after awards announced
Mountain Artists Guild Gallery – at 228 N. Alarcon St., Prescott, AZ 86301
Terms and Conditions
Read the Terms and Conditions on the ArtCall.org website for this competition.
Questions?
If you have questions about this competition, contact: guild@mountainartistsguild.org or call 928-445-2510.
If you need help with submitting or photographing your work, contact: guild@mountainartistsguild.org or 928-445-2510.
