The AAG Figuratively Speaking Exhibition is in honor of AAG’s president, Tom Mura who is a proponent of figurative art and traditional life drawing open studios. Figuratively Speaking is open to all members of Arizona Artists Guild.
The figure is a prominent source of inspiration for artists since the beginning of time. Whether realistic or abstract, classic or contemporary, artwork will be considered for its creativity, expression and overall quality.
Be sure to read through the prospectus and contact Exhibition VP Tess Mosko Scherer with any questions, AritistsofAAG@gmail.com or 928-300-7185.
Important Dates
Exhibition Dates: April 16-May 16, 2023
Entry Dates: through March 26, 2023 | midnight
Notification of accepted/non-accepted work to artist: Monday, April 3, 2023
Drop Off Accepted Art Work:
Monday, April 10, 2023 | 8:00-12:00 during open studio
Wednesday, April 12, 2023| 10-11:00 am. Other hours by appointment, However, the show will be installed immediately following – all art must be received by 11:00 April 12, 2023.
Opening Reception and Award Ceremony: Sunday, April 16, 2023| 2:00-4:00 PM
Pick up artwork:
Tuesday, May 16, 2023 | immediately following the May General Meeting
Monday, May 22, 2023 | 8:00-12:00 during open studio
Wednesday, May 24, 2023| 1:00-4:00 during open studio
other times by appointment
Prizes
A total of $900 in prize money will be awarded!
$500 – Best in Show
$250 – Award of Excellence
$150 – Award of Merit
Accepted works will be chosen based on quality and the individual artist’s mastery of the medium and expression, without preference toward any particular school, style or technique.
Requirements for Submission
- Applicants must be a current Member of AAG, either Associate or Juried.
- Entries must be the original work of the applicant and created within the last two years.
- Artwork must not have been accepted into any previous AAG juried exhibitions.
- Members may submit a maximum of 3 works of art.
- All media are acceptable. Artwork must be created of quality materials. All materials must be completely dry. Clay must be fired. Dried, unfired paper-clay is acceptable.
- Two-dimensional art must be wired substantially for hanging (NO saw-tooth hangers). The wire should be no more than 1/4 of the way from the top and should have a slight bow. Gallery wrap canvas must be a minimum of 1 1/2” deep, painted on all sides and stapled on the back only. Mats must be neutral in color, clean, and professional in presentation.
- There is no minimum required dimension for artwork. The maximum width for two-dimensional artwork must not exceed 40″ including the frame. Maximum height is 75″. Three-dimensional works must not exceed 50 lbs.
- Any accepted artwork that is sold during this exhibition is subject to a 15% contribution to AAG.
- Artwork will not be released before the conclusion of the exhibition.
- Each piece should be labeled with the artist’s name, title, medium, price and phone number on the back of the piece.
- All entries are submitted online.
- All applicants must submit a brief bio or artist statement with their submission. 200 word maximum.
IMAGES:
Maximum of 2 MB file size per image.
Label each image with your last name and title. Example: smith_still life .
The quality of the photograph reflects the quality of your work.
Be sure to crop all backgrounds.
Do not include the framing in the photograph.
Entry Fees:
One Work: $30, Two Works: $35, Three Works: $40
Prospectus and Entry forms are available online at ArizonaArtistsGuild.net.
Entrants must apply and pay online. Entry fees are non-refundable.
Jurying Accepted works will be chosen purely based on quality and the individual artist’s mastery of the medium and expression, without preference toward any particular school, style or technique.
Jurors:
TBA
Direct questions to: ArtistsofAAG@gmail.com or call 928-300-7185
