National Association of Women Artists, Inc.
Online: thenawa.org
Petites Joies
A Celebration of Small Joys October 21 – December 31, 2024 |Online: thenawa.org
Deadline was October 1st.
Signature Members Only.
Deadline was October 1st. Signature Members Only. To enter, visit:
showsubmit.com/show/nawa-petites-joies
showsubmit.com/show/nawa-petites-joies
Still Life with an Orange and a Lobster Claw by Amber Dong
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Deadline for entry was October 1, 2024
In consideration of the display of my artwork, I hereby declare I am the owner and creator of the original artwork being submitted by me, both as the artwork’s physical manifestation and the copyright of artwork.
I accept full responsibility for any and all damages, loss, theft, and/or any other casualty of any kind in shipping artwork to a buyer, if the work sells. I hereby waive any and all claims against the National Association of Women Artist, Inc., as well as their employees, officers, directors and committee personnel. Nevertheless, for the purpose of this agreement, I agree that the stated value of the artwork shall be One ($1.00) Dollar, in the event of any loss or damage to the piece of artwork.
I agree to allow an image of my artwork being exhibited to be used without charge for advertising and/or promotion in the furtherance of the Exhibition, and for any purposes including without limitation traditional media, social media, website as well as public relations, prior to and/or after the Exhibition.
My work is available for sale at the price hereinbefore agreed. I agree that if my work is sold during the exhibition, NAWA will retain a commission of 30% percent, and pay me 70% percent of the selling price.
Point of release clause: the work on exhibition is considered part of the exhibition from point of acceptance of the exhibit as stated in the prospectus. I understand that my work may not be included if it fails to meet professional presentation standards (as determined by the Exhibitions Committee), including but not limited to: blurry photography, inclusion of type over the image, extraneous background included, frame included. NAWA retains the right of discretion to decide if artworks do not meet the requirements of our show standards, or contain any inflammatory or offensive materials.
Labels: NAWA a not-for-profit art organization, will not list anything other than the name of the artists, the title of the work, dimensions, medium and price on the labels.
In the event of a dispute with regard to this Waiver Agreement, we agree that all disputes must be adjudicated in a State Court in the County, City and State of New York (i.e., Manhattan), under the Laws of the State of New York, without regard to choice of Law rules.
Note: The use of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc.’s logo, without prior written permission is prohibited. The use of the registered Trademark Seal and the logo of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. for any personal or business use on any documents, postcards, invitations, and other promotional materials and communications is a violation of law. The letters NAWA may be used by signature members after their names, on all artworks, signifying their membership.
A Seasonal Online Exhibit
Petites Joies is an exhibit just in time for the holiday season that captures the beauty and joy in life's smallest details. We invite you to submit small-scale works that evoke warmth, delight, and the essence of "little joys." This exhibit is dedicated to showcasing the power of small creations, celebrating the simple pleasures that bring happiness and connection.
Eligibility
This NAWA juried exhibit is open to Signature NAWA MEMBERS only.
Awards
- NAWA First Place Award
- NAWA Second Place Award
- NAWA Third Place Award
- 2 Honorable Mentions
Entry fee
NAWA Signature members only
$35 for 2 entries (2 views allowed for sculpture)
$5 for one additional entry
$35 for 2 entries (2 views allowed for sculpture)
$5 for one additional entry
General Rules & Specifications
- Open to NAWA Signature members only.
- Maximum Size 12x12
- Unframed work is acceptable: specify framed or unframed.
- Accepted works cannot be substituted and must be available for the duration of the exhibition.
- ALL WORKS MUST BE FOR SALE. Price, title, dimensions of entered work cannot be changed.
- All works MUST be original - no reproductions or GICLEE PRINTS.
- Do not photograph your work in frames!
- Graphic violence and/or lewd sexual content prohibited. Nudes are acceptable at the discretion of the committee.
- Please note that any artwork that previously won a NAWA award is ineligible for submission to the current and future NAWA juried exhibitions.
- Short artist bio (150 word limit): Tell us how you started, your key achievements, etc. Please do not include your name in the bio, as this is included in blind jurying.
- Artist submitted work statement (150 word limit): Tell us what inspired you to create and/or your creative process for the art you submitted. Please do not include your name in the statement, as this is included in blind jurying.
Entering your images
- Entry form must be filled out in its entirety. List sizes up to the nearest inch. Works over maximum size will be disqualified. Submitted images must not include matting or frame. Crop the photos to include only the artwork. Be sure your images are right-side-up.
- Image must be a JPG image 1500px or larger. Files will be automatically resized to the correct specifications. You do not need to resize your image.
- Files will be automatically renamed using your Name, Title of work, Medium, Size and Price. You do not need to name your image files.
- Artwork must meet professional web standards. Blurry or poorly lit images will be disqualified.
Please see Image and Filename Specifications below for more information.
Sales
- NAWA receives 30% commission on all sales. Artist will receive 70%.
- NO CHANGES may be made on price, title, or any information after submission.
- All work must remain available for the duration of the entire exhibition.
Work must be for sale; NFS is not allowed.
Contact
For questions about NAWA or this Prospectus, contact [email protected].
For questions about the entry process or this website please see the Support section below.
For questions about the entry process or this website please see the Support section below.
Entry Agreement
The entry application & payment will serve as the entrants’ agreement to all conditions (including the waiver below) set forth in this prospectus. Entries will be disqualified for failure to follow these instructions.
Waiver
I, the undersigned artist, hereby declare my intention to exhibit my artwork as described in my entry form, on the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. website, www.thenawa.org, and to hold available for sale submitted artwork until the specified end date on the prospectus.
In consideration of the display of my artwork, I hereby declare I am the owner and creator of the original artwork being submitted by me, both as the artwork’s physical manifestation and the copyright of artwork.
I accept full responsibility for any and all damages, loss, theft, and/or any other casualty of any kind in shipping artwork to a buyer, if the work sells. I hereby waive any and all claims against the National Association of Women Artist, Inc., as well as their employees, officers, directors and committee personnel. Nevertheless, for the purpose of this agreement, I agree that the stated value of the artwork shall be One ($1.00) Dollar, in the event of any loss or damage to the piece of artwork.
I agree to allow an image of my artwork being exhibited to be used without charge for advertising and/or promotion in the furtherance of the Exhibition, and for any purposes including without limitation traditional media, social media, website as well as public relations, prior to and/or after the Exhibition.
My work is available for sale at the price hereinbefore agreed. I agree that if my work is sold during the exhibition, NAWA will retain a commission of 30% percent, and pay me 70% percent of the selling price.
Point of release clause: the work on exhibition is considered part of the exhibition from point of acceptance of the exhibit as stated in the prospectus. I understand that my work may not be included if it fails to meet professional presentation standards (as determined by the Exhibitions Committee), including but not limited to: blurry photography, inclusion of type over the image, extraneous background included, frame included. NAWA retains the right of discretion to decide if artworks do not meet the requirements of our show standards, or contain any inflammatory or offensive materials.
Labels: NAWA a not-for-profit art organization, will not list anything other than the name of the artists, the title of the work, dimensions, medium and price on the labels.
In the event of a dispute with regard to this Waiver Agreement, we agree that all disputes must be adjudicated in a State Court in the County, City and State of New York (i.e., Manhattan), under the Laws of the State of New York, without regard to choice of Law rules.
Note: The use of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc.’s logo, without prior written permission is prohibited. The use of the registered Trademark Seal and the logo of the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. for any personal or business use on any documents, postcards, invitations, and other promotional materials and communications is a violation of law. The letters NAWA may be used by signature members after their names, on all artworks, signifying their membership.
Additional Notification Information
Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on October 11, 2024.
You may view the notification in your ShowSubmit account by logging in and clicking tapping the Notifications at the top right of the screen, or in your Entry History (Accepted works will be notated by a green check.)
If you do not receive your email, login and view the notification in your account. We cannot respond to inquiries regarding the status of notifications.
Note: Entries made prior to 2023 may not display the View Notification link.
Image and Filename Specifications
- Submit your original JPEG image files.
- Crop out all parts of the photo that are not the actual work; do not show mat, frame, etc, only the work itself.
- Image must be displayed right side up.
- You do not need to resize your image files.
- You do not need to rename your image files.
Additional Entry Information
- You will pay for your entry by credit or debit card using our secure checkout system.
- After your entry is submitted and paid for, you may log back in to review your entry, edit artist and image information, and add or substitute images up until the entry deadline (October 1, 2024.)
- Entry fees are not refundable and must be submitted and paid by the entry deadline.
- Entries cannot be accepted or changed after the deadline. Incomplete entries will be disqualified.
Support
For questions about the entry process or this website please contact ShowSubmit Support at [email protected]. We will get back to you between 9am and 6pm Eastern Time, Monday to Friday. You can also view the Support Center, Entry Guide, or our FAQ.