Trompe L'oeil

Trompe L’oeil invites artists to create work centered around ideas of illusion, perception and reality.  A French phrase meaning ‘deceives the eye’, Trompe L’oeil is a theme in art, generally used to describe work that creates a true-to-life depiction of a real object, scene or being. These artworks question reality and the aesthetics of realism.  Trompe l’oeil forces the viewer to question what we see everyday and consider the boundary between the artist's world and our own.  

• Michael Kinsey, artist and designer, will be the juror for Trompe L'Oeil
• Submissions are welcome in all media including painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, mixed media, digital arts, sculpture and video. 
• AI generated art is not allowed.  
• All artworks must be submitted ONLINE for jurying.  Awards will be chosen by the juror in person when all works are installed at Art Center Sarasota. 

IMPORTANT DATES 

• Exhibition Dates: Thursday, December 5, 2024 - Saturday, January 18, 2025
• Online Submissions: Tuesday, Sept. 17 - Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024
• Notification of Acceptance: Artists will be notified by email of their submission status no later than Friday, November 8 by 5pm.
• In Person Receiving Days for Accepted Work:  Tuesday, November 19 - Wednesday, November 20, 10am-5pm.
• Shipping Accepted Work: Mailed Artwork must arrive between Monday, November 18 - Wednesday, November 20.  Any work that is delivered after this date will not be included in the exhibition.
• Award Winners Notified: no later than Wednesday, December 4 at 5pm.  
• Opening Reception: Thursday, December 5, 5-7pm.
• Artwork Pickup In Person: Monday, January 20 & Tuesday, January 21, 2025, 10am-5pm

JURIED EXHIBITION RULES & REGULATIONS - READ THIS DOCUMENT FULLY!
ABOUT THE EXHIBITION 

This exhibition is open to all artists to showcase their work at Art Center Sarasota (ACS). This show is open to all media types. The juror will see all requested information except the artist’s name and the price of artwork. The ACS Exhibition Department asks jurors to make all selections based solely on artistic merit with the exhibition theme in mind. In an effort to maintain best gallery practices, ACS implements the following rules and regulations for this juried exhibition. Observing the following points ensures your artwork is exhibited in the best way possible. We appreciate your support.     

ON CONTENT 

At ACS, we are committed to free exchange of ideas, and believe that art can (and should) expose us to different perspectives, new ideas, and the experiences of others. As a community-based art center, we also seek to be open and welcoming to all. We therefore reserve the right to not display art that contains hate speech; contains racist, violent or cruel images or symbols; encourages racism, violence or cruelty; contains pornographic images; or vilifies or demeans individuals or groups of people. Fortunately, we rarely have to reject art for these reasons. But we reserve the right to do so, at our sole discretion. Thank you for respecting these guidelines.     

SUBMISSION FEES 

All juried exhibitions require a NON-REFUNDABLE entry fee for each submission. 

• One Piece: $30 Members, $40 Non-members, $10 Student Members, $20 Student Non- Members
• Two Pieces: $40 Members, $55 Non-members, $20 Student Members, $30 Student Non- Members
• Three Pieces: $45 Members, $65 Non-members, $25 Student Members, $35 Student Non- Members

AWARDS: 

Awards will be selected by the juror in-person after the exhibition has been hung. All checks for awards will be mailed out to the artists at the close of the exhibition.

• 1st place: $500
• 2nd Place: $300
• 3rd Place: $200
• Merit (2) & Honorable Mention (4)

UPLOADING IMAGES TO SUBMITTABLE 

Submitted artwork images should be:

• high quality, at least 1mb up to 5mb
• 2D works should be cropped around the piece 
• 3D works should be placed in front of a solid background or photo backdrop
• Please indicate if framed or unframed
• Image format types are jpg and png and should be no larger than 3MB. 
• Video submissions: File formats allowed for upload: MP4, MOV, AVI, MPG.  

If you need assis­tance in submit­ting please contact the exhibitions department. We are here and happy to help get everyone's artwork seen by the juror no matter your technology level.     

ORIGINALITY & PRINTS:

All entries must be original work completed within the last three years and not previously shown in any ACS show.

• Copies and reproductions of original works of art, whether embellished or not, are not eligible for submission to juried exhibitions. However, prints such as photographs, lithographs, woodcuts, engravings, etching, screen prints, and digital works are acceptable as long as they are labeled as such, and numbered as an edition.
• Open editions are not accepted.
• Please be mindful of copyright infringements – Be original!
• Artwork submitted must be finished and not in-process upon the time of submission.  All accepted artworks must be dry upon entry, if they are not, they will NOT be included in the exhibition.

DIPTYCHS & TRIPTYCHS

• A Diptych or Triptych is considered one submission of artwork and must be priced as one individual piece. It must be submitted, charged, and labeled as such.
• If framed, the frames must be uniform and included in dimensions.

MEDIUM

• All mediums are accepted.
• We highly recommend that photographs, prints and digital art be numbered in an edition.
• Open editions are not accepted.

SIZE

• Maximum size for 2D artwork is 60 x 60”, AFTER framing.
• Maximum size for 3D artwork is 48 x 48 x 48".
• If the work is over 30lbs in weight or requires special hanging materials the artist may be asked to provide those materials and assist in hanging the piece during our installation period.

TWO DIMENSIONAL ART

• Stretcher bars are the preferred method for hanging framed canvas works.
• No sawtooth hangers.
• Please state the surface the work is on, ie. paper/canvas/metal/board/etc., including photographs.
• All submitted artwork must be dry and ready to hang.
• Picture frame wire should not be above the frame. Picture frame wire is a multi strand wire.  Do not use monofilament.
• Screw eyes/D-rings and hanging wire MUST be attached firmly to the back of the piece with screws.
• All framed artwork with glass/plexi should be clean and scratch free. The mat if it has one should be clean and smoothly cut.
• Frames must be in good condition (no scratches, chips or loose corners).
• If the work is unframed, please provide a detailed description of the hanging method in the "Special Instructions" section of the application.  If accepted, please provide any special materials/tools required to hang/mount your work.
• Gallery wrapped canvas is acceptable, provided that no staples are showing and the edges are clean and free of smudges and smears that are not in keeping with the stylistic intent of the artwork.

THREE DIMENSIONAL ART

• ACS provides pedestals. However, the artist must provide a sculpture pedestal for oversized work and/or works with special display requirements.
• Please use the "Special Instructions" section to indicate weight if sculptures are more than 30lbs.
• Please use the "Special Instructions" section on the application to describe any necessary details of mounting or displaying your work or special requests.  These will be taken into consideration when installing, but may not be executable.
• Non-ACS Pedestals must have a broad base.
• Jewelry must be submitted on a display stand or form.

RECEIVING & SHIPPING OF ACCEPTED WORKS

• All entries shipped to ACS should include a return shipping label. It is the artist’s responsibility to pay for shipping to and from the Art Center.
• ACS Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 10am- 5pm, Saturday 12pm-5pm.
• Shipping address: Art Center Sarasota, Attn: Exhibitions, 707 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota FL 34236.

MISCELLANEOUS

• The Exhibitions Department must be notified in advance if an unconventional method of presentation or hanging is required. Policies of the host gallery will prevail.
• Should your artwork be accepted and it is discovered to not be in compliance with the rules and regulations, the artist will be notified to collect the work immediately.
• Placement of accepted artwork will be decided by the Exhibition Director, please do not ask to change its location. Once artwork is installed, it is in its final location and cannot be moved.
• Any artwork not picked up by the last day of artwork pickup will be charged $5 a day holding fee.  Artwork not picked up after 30 days becomes the property of Art Center Sarasota.

WITHDRAWAL 

Work accepted for an exhibition may not be substituted, nor will any be permitted to be withdrawn during the exhibition.  Artworks cannot be picked up before the end of the show due to press and advertising obligations.     

SALES

• All work on exhibit must be for sale. No POR (Price on Request) or NFS (Not for Sale) is permitted in a juried show unless specified in an exhibition prospectus.
• Artists who are ACS members receive payment of 60% of selling price.
• Artists who are Non-members receive payment of 50% of selling price.
• The artist is responsible for filing sales in accordance with State and Federal Tax regulations.
• All Artwork on exhibit at ACS must be sold on site or through the ACS website (when exhibits are online). Sales through third party dealers or entities are not permitted. Direct sale via the Artist is not permitted.

SALES OF WORK PRIVACY POLICY 

ACS will ask the purchaser if they would like to share their information with the selling artist. If they agree, ACS will pass that information along to the artist, if not no information of either party will be shared.   

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY 

Art Center Sarasota will insure the work for the duration of the exhibition period. The Artist (Consignor) and the Consignee (Art Center Sarasota) agree that all claims, whether for full or partial damage, will be based on the Insurance Value, and that the Consignee (Art Center Sarasota) shall be liable only up to such Insurance Value (and only to the extent of the Consignee’s insurance coverage). It is mutually agreed upon that any right of subrogation is hereby waived by the Artist.    

DISCLAIMER / PHOTO RELEASE 

Exhibiting artists consent to the use of their name and the artworks image(s) for purposes of promotion and advertisement by ACS. The artist waives any claim, including any claim for invasion of the right of privacy or copyright, against ACS, its directors, officers, employees, and agents. 

QUESTIONS?

If you have any questions about submission requirements, please contact:

Christina Baril at 941-365-2032 or christina@artsarasota.org.   

2024 Holiday Art Festival

Art Center Sarasota is excited to host our 2024 Holiday Art Festival!  Artists from all disciplines are encouraged to apply.  Please read this document carefully!

The 2024 Holiday Art Festival will take place in The Sam & Sally Shapiro Sculpture Garden on Saturday, December 14 & Sunday, December 15, 12pm-5pm.  In the event of rain, an alternate day will be Monday, December 16.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• The Atomic Bazaar will also be taking place during the Festival dates at the Municipal Auditorium which is sure to drive extra traffic to the Art Center!
• Applications are open from Tuesday, August 20 - Sunday, November 10, 2024.
• Artists will be notified of acceptance no later than Friday, November 15, 2024.
• All artwork must be for sale and prices must range from $25 - $500. 
• Artists have the option to rent a “table” or a “tent” space.  Artists interested in a tent space MUST BRING THEIR OWN 10’x10’ TENT.

Table fees:

• General: $75/one-day and $100/both days
• Student: $35/one-day and $60/both days

Tent fees:

• General: $100/one-day and $150/both days
• Student: $50/one-day and $75/both days

LOGISTICS

• Setup will take place from 10am-11:30am on each day with breakdown between 5-6pm.  
• Tables/tents may be left overnight.  There will be security on site through the Atomic Bazaar event.  Art Center Sarasota is not responsible for any theft or damage to items left overnight.  Vendors may break down their spaces overnight if desired.
• Available table spaces will vary slightly in size, but all will accommodate one 6-ft table. The art center has a limited number of tables available to rent for a fee of $10.
• Artists are welcome to bring easels, display boards, or other display options for their artwork as long as they fit within the designated space and do not infringe on the space of neighboring vendors. 
• Limited power is available. There is no access to water.
• Table/Tent fees are non-refundable.
• The art center will not be taking a commission on your sales.

For consideration, please upload the following information:

• 8-10 photos of artwork of your primary medium for sale
• Current Bio/CV
• One square image to be used for promotions
• Select preferred date or dates for participation
• Please indicate any special needs for your table/tent in the Additional Information section
• If selecting the student rate, please upload your Student ID

Table and Tent assignments will be provided once all vendors have confirmed their participation, no later than Wednesday, December 4. 

We encourage all vendors to make their booths the best representation of themselves, their artwork and ACS. Aesthetically pleasing booths and friendly vendors attract guests and create a delightful experience. Consider your table/tent as a unique opportunity to engage customers not only with your products and process, but also to encourage them to explore and shop at other vendors. 

For any questions about the Holiday Art Festival, please contact Christina Baril, Director of Exhibitions, at 941-365-2032 or christina@artsarasota.org.

DISCLAIMER / PHOTO RELEASE 

Exhibiting artists consent to the use of their name and the artworks image(s) for purposes of promotion and advertisement by ACS. The artist waives any claim, including any claim for invasion of the right of privacy or copyright, against ACS, its directors, officers, employees, and agents.