Rockwall Art League 19th Annual Fine Art Show
Date and Time
Friday Sep 27, 2019 Sunday Sep 29, 2019
September 27-29, 2019
Requirements and Restrictions
Take in is September 26, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Pick-up is September 29, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Location
Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club Conference Center At The Shores (2600 Champions Way, Rockwall, TX 75087)
Fees/Admission
Entry Fees: Entry fees are non-refundable; payment is made online with registration.
Members: $15.00 per entry or 3 entries for $40.00 (Dues for 2019 must be current)
Non-Members: $20.00 per entry or 3 entries for $55.00
How to Enter
Go to www.smarterentry.com to enter. Follow the directions on the Site Login Page to create a new profile unless you already have a profile set-up.
Entry Deadlines
Entries and fees must be received by midnight on September 15, 2019
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Sales: RAL will handle all sales. A 20% donation to RAL will be deducted from ALL SALES.
Website
Contact Information
Questions: Kirk Buchanan ? kirkbuchanan@gmail.com
Karen Frederick - karen.frederick@inwoodbank.com
Description
Rockwall Art League 19th Annual Fine Art Show
Show Prospectus
2019 Show Calendar of Events
September 26 from 4:00 pm – 6 pm, take-in for entries at the Rockwall Golf and Athletic Club, Conference Center, At The Shores, 2600 Champions Way, Rockwall, TX 75087
September 27-29 Show exhibit on display. Judging will be the morning of September 27th before the show opens.
Friday, September 27: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Opening reception: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 28: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Artist reception and awards: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday, September 29: 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Pick up artwork 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Awards
Best of Show: $500.00
In each category: 1st Place: $200.00, 2nd Place: $100.00, Honorable Mention: Ribbon
Please Note: 4 or more artists must be entered in a category for prizes to be awarded. All awards will be given at the discretion of the judge. The judge’s decisions are final.
Artists may qualify for only one award per category, but may win awards in multiple categories
Categories
- Oil
- Watercolor
- Acrylic
- Photography
- Drawing
- Sculpture* No Jewelry in this show.
- Mixed media
Entry Fees: Entry fees are non-refundable; payment is made online with registration.
Members: $15.00 per entry or 3 entries for $40.00 (Dues for 2019 must be current)
Non-Members: $20.00 per entry or 3 entries for $55.00
How to Enter
Go to www.smarterentry.com to enter. Follow the directions on the Site Login Page to create a new profile unless you already have a profile set-up.
Entry Deadlines
Entries and fees must be received by midnight on September 15, 2019
NO LATE ENTRIES WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Eligibility
All judged artwork must be original, produced in the last 3 years. All works must be original. “Original” means that if a painting is based on photos, the photos were taken by the artist or the artist has written permission from the photographer to use the photos. Compositions based on published material or other artists’ work are NOT considered original and are not eligible. Work completed in a workshop or class is not eligible. Artwork must not have been entered in any previously judged RAL shows. This does not include RAL Member Exhibits.
The RAL Fine Art Show Committee reserves the right to refuse acceptance into the show of any artwork if not in compliance. Their decisions are final. Unless notified BY Sept. 21, your artwork is accepted for the show as long as it meets the prospectus guidelines.
Requirements and Restrictions
Take in is September 26, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Pick-up is September 29, 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
- A storage fee of $10.00 per day will be charged for any art not picked up by the deadline.
- Artist will be responsible for art delivery and pickup, on dates specified.
- All artwork must be hand delivered to show venue and picked up. No shipments accepted.
- Due to space limitations, a maximum of 3 judged entries is allowed for each artist, even if they choose to enter in more than one category.
- All members in the show must serve as show docent for one shift minimum.
- Art content must be family friendly, as it will be displayed in a community facility.
Size limitations:
2D Hanging works: Maximum framed size is 36” in width and 45” in height. Artwork not in compliance with size restrictions will not be accepted. All entries must be dry, framed, or gallery wrapped, ready to hang and properly wired. No saw tooth hangers accepted for hanging. Gallery wrapped or cradled artwork with finished edges must be a minimum of 1” deep. Less than 1” must be framed.
*Sculpture: Must not exceed 24” in width or depth, nor 36” in height plus pedestal. Total height with pedestal must not exceed 72” (6 feet). Standard pedestal size of 12.5” x 12.5” will be provided. Artist should provide their own pedestal if sculpture requires something larger. This is an indoor show and no sculpture requiring special apparatus to move will be accepted. Wheeled dollies or carts are acceptable, but sculpture weight should not be in excess of 100 pounds. Sculpture must be original, created by the artist, of original design or cast from molds from an original, created by the artist. No third party created ceramic green ware, plates; other objects painted or decorated by the artist are considered original sculpture. Hand thrown pottery or ceramics, by the artist are acceptable. Some items may fit into other categories depending on medium used.
LABELS:
RAL labels will be provided, and are the only labeling or information allowed on judged pieces.
Items not for sale must be marked NFS. No POR (Price on Request) listings. Artwork must remain on exhibit for the entire show. By entering this show, the artist gives RAL permission to display images for publicity or promotion.
Sales: RAL will handle all sales. A 20% donation to RAL will be deducted from ALL SALES.
Liability
Artists should carry their own insurance. Reasonable care will be taken with all artwork. The Rockwall Art League and/or other sponsoring agencies assume no responsibility for the safety or security of your art.
Check List
□ Artwork complies with size restrictions
□ Artwork has been created in the last three years.
□ Prospectus and entry information is located at: www.rockwallartleague.org
□ Photograph each piece of artwork. Rename the digital image with your name and artwork title for each photograph. Submit your images as JPG files not greater than 4MB. The longest side should be 1,280 pixels for best viewing quality. Photos are for submission verification, but may also be used for Art Show Promotional materials.
□ Complete online entry with digital photos and submit with payment at SmarterEntry.com
□ Print out copy of your completed entry for your records.
□ Membership must be current to receive membership rate for entry.
Questions: Kirk Buchanan – kirkbuchanan@gmail.com
Karen Frederick - karen.frederick@inwoodbank.com
