Fine Under 5
Fine (Art) Under 5 ($500) November 8, 2024 – January 9, 2025 |Sonoran Arts League, Carefree, AZ
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Submission Process
Please ensure your photos accurately represent your work without frames.
Your 2D and 3D submissions, up to 3 will be reviewed and juried for inclusion in the show. Jewelers may submit 10 pieces. The Juror(s) will select (jury) all work and make the determination as to which works will be included in the exhibit. If necessary, 3D artists may submit up to two photos of their work for process.
Submit your original, high resolution JPEG image, maximum file size limit is 30 mb. Image files are automatically renamed using your last name, first initial and the title of the work. View more detailed information in the Image and Filename Specifications section below.
Artwork Requirements
- Must be the artist’s original work.
- The artist must own the sole copyright to art.
- No copy giclee prints allowed (photography & digitally produced prints are allowed as originals).
- Must be for sale (No NFS).
- Clearly labeled with the artist’s name, title of work & medium and price upon delivery and attached to the back of the artwork. Sticky notes are not acceptable.
- All 2-D wall displayed art must be wired.
Entry Fees
- Sonoran Arts League Members: $40 for up to 3 submissions.
- Jewelers may submit up to 10 pieces (sets are considered one piece) and should supply display materials.
To become a member, please visit the Sonoran Arts League Membership page.
Commission
Sales
The Sonoran Arts League will make payment of the sale price less the commission (30%) of all sold artwork directly to the artist. Checks will be available 10 days following the close of the show. With the sale of work, the artist is encouraged to bring in new artwork as approved by the League office as replacement for the sold piece.
Display Requirements
- Gallery Ready works include D-rings or screw eyes and wire for paintings.
- Pieces with saw-tooth hangers will not be accepted.
- No filament fishing line is acceptable, all mounting must be strong enough to support the weight of the artwork.
- For 2D artwork on canvases, artwork on canvases or panels must be gallery wrapped or framed if less than 1 ½” in depth.
- Maximum weight is 35 pounds.
- Maximum height 66 inches.
- For wall-mounted sculpture, if you require a system other than a standard picture hanger, the artist must provide the hanging system and must either mount the piece and/or supervise the hanging process.
- 3D work should fit on a pedestal of approximately 16” square.
Artwork Loan Agreement
Jurying Criteria Definitions
Questions
For questions about the entry process or the ShowSubmit website please see the Support section below.
Additional Notification Information
Notifications will be emailed and posted in your ShowSubmit account by the end of the day on November 1, 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 18, 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.