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the Art Alliance }figure{ative Show 2021 Call for Entries!
February 15, 2021 – February 24, 2021
Call For Entries!
}figure{ative Show 2021
March 5–14 at the Art Alliance Art Center
virtual opening reception, Friday, March 5, 6–8pm
Juror, Steven Sherrill
Formerly “The Go Figure” show, this show has a 2-decade history showcasing artworks of the human figure by Central Pennsylvania artists. Entry to the show is not juried. All work must have the human figure as the dominant theme; clothed figures, nudes, and portraits are all invited.
Juror — Steven Sherrill
Steven Sherrill is a Professor of English and Integrative Arts at Penn State University. He has five novels and a book of poems in the world. Though primarily a novelist, visual art has always been an important part of his creative output, and intake. In addition to making hundreds of paintings (and most of those figurative in some way), Steven has interviewed Kiki Smith and James Rosenquist for Modern Painters; he has written for TATE Magazine and Art Review; and he has taught art writing and art practice at the university. Somewhere along the way painting reared its oily and colorful head. Since then, he has endeavored to live an art-centered life.
How to Enter
Eligible Work
2D and 3D work created in the last 5 years that has not previously won an award in an Art Alliance show is eligible. Reproduction prints are not acceptable. 2D work must not exceed 48″ in any direction. Work must be ready to hang with hardware on the frame or stretched canvas. The Art Alliance reserves the right to reject any entry.
Entry Process and Fee
Entry Fees:
$30 member; $40 non-member; $20 student (high school / college)
Each artist may submit one piece. The entry form & non-refundable fee are due by Wednesday, February 24, 2021 by NOON.
Preferred option: Pay online through our link below and you will receive instructions via email about the information you need to send us.
To Enter –– click here for a link to our payment system
UNDER SEARCH OPTIONS find the “Select Session” drop down menu and choose “Figure-ative Exhibition 2021” and then click the “Search” button.
OR if you prefer to enter via the paper form (click here for a PDF), fill out the form and mail or drop by the office. Please include a check or call our office with your credit card information, or click here to pay online.
Show Dates and Hours
The Exhibit will open by appointment only at the Art Alliance Art Center in Lemont on Saturdays, March 6 & 13, and Sundays, 7 & 14, 12–4pm.
Opening Reception
The opening reception will be held virtually the evening of Friday, March 5 from 6–8pm. Prize winners will be announced at this time.
Prizes and Judging
Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place will be awarded. In addition, Honorable Mention awards will be given to other notable works.
Sales and Conditions
Works may be for sale. The Art Alliance charges a 20% commission of the selling price for work sold at the show. The Art Alliance is not responsible for lost or damaged artwork.
Receiving and Retrieving Work
Appointments via Sign-Up Genius will be required for artwork drop off and pickup. A link will be mailed to you. Please choose a time. Work must be delivered to the Art Alliance on Wednesday, March 3, at the time you sign up for. Please complete and attach ID labels to your work. All artwork must be retrieved on Sunday, March 14 at the time you sign up for. The Art Alliance has no additional storage space for artwork, so please honor the pickup date.
Sitting for the Show
In order to make our shows open to the public, we need participating artists to “sit” with the exhibit. Please sign up for a time slot to sit with the exhibit after you receive the Sign Up Genius email invite.
Entry Process and Fee
Entry Fees:
$30 member; $40 non-member; $20 student (high school / college)
Each artist may submit one piece. The entry form & non-refundable fee are due by Wednesday, February 24, 2021 by NOON.
Pay online through our link below and you will receive instructions via email about the information you need to send us.
To Enter –– click here for a link to our payment system
OR if you prefer to enter via the paper form (click here for a PDF), fill out the form and mail or drop by the office. Please include a check or call our office with your credit card information, or click here to pay online.