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ENTRY DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSIONS: Friday, June 9, 2023
The substrate must not exceed the maximum size set forth in the prospectus. Be sure to read the prospectus carefully, as the acceptable size of the substrate changes depending on the gallery/museum edge.
2-Dimensional Size: Maximum size not to exceed 1,200 square inches (unframed).
Example: 30” height x 40” width = 1,200 sq. in. (7722 centimeters)
Paintings must be created on one singular flat substrate. The artwork is to be framed and wired for hanging. Multiples are unacceptable – i.e., diptychs, triptychs.
3-Dimensional Size: Maximum size not to exceed 75 pounds and must be able to be handled by one to two people.
Maximum entries three (3).
Artwork must have been created within the last three (3) years.
Each submission must be original in concept and execution: the reference, the drawing, the concept, and must have been self-created.
The artist retains copyright to his/her image(s). However, accepted images do become part of ARTS’ archives and may be used for ARTS’ promotional purposes.
All work must be for sale. No NFS. Any work entered that does not reflect the artist’s current pricing structure may be disqualified from the competition.
The artist will give a 40% donation to ARTS on any accepted artwork sold in the exhibition. This includes accepted artwork sold outside of the exhibit while the work is included in the exhibition or is a result of the exhibit.
Deadline: Friday, 11:59 PM, June 9, 2023- Electronic applications will be accepted through Friday, June 9, 2023.
Online Submissions: Maximum jury image file size is 5mb. Please upload a JPG or JPEG with a maximum width dimension of 2000px and a DPI between 300-350. To submit your electronic application and images, please go directly to: http://www.artsforruraltexas.o... and scroll to ARTS International 2023.
Local Submissions: Application and payment made in person are acceptable with digital images emailed to artists@artsforruraltexas.org
Jurying Fees: The jury fee for entries is: First work $35.00, Second work $15.00, and Third work $10. Electronic payment may be made by credit card or check. No e-checks will be accepted.
Decisions by the jurors are based solely on the quality of the work in the images submitted.
Upon receipt of the work, the jurors reserve the right to remove any work not accurately represented by the jury image.
All work must be for sale. No NFS. Any work entered that does not reflect the artist’s current pricing structure may be disqualified from the competition.
An artist who withdraws an entry after acceptance into the exhibition will not be eligible to enter any ARTS exhibitions for the next two (2) years.
Jury results will be posted on the ARTS website on Tuesday, June 22, 2023, at http://www.artsforruraltexas.org. Scroll to ARTS International 2023.
All accepted 2-dimensional artwork must be properly presented in professional and simple/competition framing or finished edges. All works will be equipped with appropriate hardware for hanging and installation. When framing deep-edged artwork (museum/gallery wrap canvas or panel), the frame must be of an adequate depth that the substrate does not extend beyond the frame. Floater frames are acceptable for paintings on museum/gallery wrap canvas or panel.
Gallery wrap canvas/museum canvas or cradled panels must be no less than 1 ½” deep. Canvas or panels that are 3/4” deep must be displayed in a frame.
All accepted 3-dimensional artwork must be properly mounted and ready for presentation.
Questions should be emailed to artists@artsforruraltexas.org or call 979-378-2113.
Shipping Deadline: Receipt of shipped artwork by July 3 through July 7, 2023
Delivery for Out-of-Town Artists: Ship accepted work with “Signature required for delivery” to Arts for Rural Texas, 1201 South Kessler, Schulenburg, Texas, 78956. Shipments must be received no later than Friday, June 30, 2023. Please carefully read all shipping instructions and handling fees below.
Delivery for Local Artists: Deliver uncrated artwork to ARTS Campus, 1201 S. Kessler, Schulenburg, Texas, from Tuesday, June 27 through Saturday, July 8, 2023, from 12 PM – 4PM.
No deliveries will be received on July 3rd or 4th, 2023.
Shipping Instructions and Handling Fees: Out of town artists should include a return shipping label with the artwork OR may email the label directly to ARTS. Artists who do not use an approved box listed below are required to remit a $35.00 fee prior to installation of the artwork. ARTS will waive the uncrating fee for artists who use a commercially manufactured artist’s/strong box such as a StrongBox™ byAirfloat Systems, or similar brands, like Masterpak, Uline, or a FedEx Premium Art Box (not a FedEx Large Frame Box). NOTE: Home Depot boxes are NOT included in the list of boxes for which the fee will be waived. Strong boxes will be returned to the artists at the conclusion of the show at the artist’s expense. PLEASE, NO WOODEN CRATES for 2-dimensional works! No shipping popcorn is allowed.
Shipments from OUTSIDE the US must be shipped “FREE DOMICILE” or will not be accepted.
Return for Out-of-Town Artists: Shipments will be prepaid by the artist prior to installation of the artwork and will be returned at the end of the exhibition. Return shipment payment will be made by putting a credit card on file with ARTS, by enclosing a check for return shipping, or by including a prepaid shipping label.
Return for Local Artists: Hand delivered artwork must be picked up at 1201 S. Kessler, Schulenburg, Texas, 78956 on Monday, September 18, 2023, or Tuesday, September 19, 2023, from 12 PM – 4 PM. Artists that do not remove artwork in the designated time will be charged a storage fee of $10 a day by Arts for Rural Texas.
All inquiries should be made through email at
artists@artsforruraltexas.org
ARTS 2023 International Invitational Awards:
June 9, 2023: Entry Deadline for Submissions
June 22, 2023: Jury Notification of Acceptance will be emailed.
June 23, 2023, Jury Notification of acceptance will be posted on the ARTS website (www.artsforruraltexas.org)
July3 through 7, 2023: Delivery of Accepted Work will be shipped to Arts for Rural Texas,
July 15, 2023, 3 PM – 5 PM Opening Reception for collectors, press, and exhibiting artists.
4 PM – 6 PM Open to Public
4:30 PM Awards Presentation: Announcement of Recipients of Awards
July 15, 2023, through September 16, 2023 - ARTS International 2023 Exhibition Dates
Sales donation is as follows: 40% to ARTS, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, and 60% to the artist for sold artwork. This includes accepted artwork sold outside of the exhibit while the work is included in the exhibition or is a result of the exhibit. All work that is submitted must be for sale. No NFS. Artwork must be priced in accordance with the artist’s current pricing structure.
Artists will be paid within 30 days of the closing of the exhibition. ARTS is responsible for the collection of funds and will collect and pay all sales tax.
ARTS (Arts for Rural Texas) will not be responsible for loss or damage of any artwork, no matter the cause. By submitting artwork to this exhibition, each artist will be deemed to have concurred with this agreement. Artists pay for shipping both ways. We suggest that you provide insurance to cover the full value of the artwork while in transit.
Arts for Rural Texas dba ARTS, Tomavik, LLC, Schulenburg ARTS Campus and those associated with the exhibition will not be responsible for loss or damage of accepted artwork. The gallery will promote the exhibition and host an opening reception. ARTS reserves the right to council the artist if the retail price is deemed to be inaccurate (too high or low) for the local market. An agreeable retail price will be determined by both parties.
