Deadline to Enter is April 1, 2024

We are using the same entry platform we have used for the last 5 years- artcall.org. Please click on the entry button to enter the show. You will need an artcall.org account to enter your work. If you are a returning artist, you will use your same login info.

The Annual Gala Exhibition is a fine arts benefit to celebrate years of providing accessible arts programming for artists, and our community. This exhibit coincides with a fundraiser and provides artists the chance to showcase their art work. The Arts Center is committed to presenting and promoting ‘excellence in arts.’
The Arts Center committees are preparing now for the Gala, and will post more details as they become available.

Juror: Sandra Reed, MFA, Professor of Art at Marshall University and a Distinguished Drinko Fellow has accepted the Art Juror position for our 23rd Annual Gala Exhibition. A love of drawing underlies the creative practice of Sandra Reed. Empowering students in their development as independent artists and citizens is integral to her identity as an educator. As an artist, Reed has investigated the academic traditions of figure and landscape painting and is currently working on mixed media abstractions. Reed has mounted eleven solo shows, including Selvage (April 2022), and participated in more than twenty-five group exhibitions.

Entry Fee: $25 members. $35 non members. Entry Fees are non refundable. Price includes up to 3 entries. If you are unsure of the status of your Artist Membership, please inquire. If you want to purchase your membership, visit our membership page.

Entry Requirements: Must be uploaded to the online art call before the deadline. There is no charge to create an artcall account. Read The Arts Center’s guidelines and requirements for exhibitions.
Art Work: Must be the original art created by the artist. Work previously exhibited at the Great Hall Gallery are not eligible for re-entry. Art work should be created within the last three (3) years. All mediums are accepted.
Read The Arts Center’s guidelines and requirements for exhibitions. < Read this!! It gives you more details about entering your work for this show.
Maximum size of work, including edges of artwork or frame, cannot exceed 72″ in any direction. Canvas does NOT require a frame. All art should have a wire hanging device across the back of the work. Without a wire we will not accept your art work.

Art Sales: Artists members of TAC will retain 75% from art sales during this exhibit. TAC retains a 25% commission for all art sold during this exhibition. Non member commission is 35%. We encourage artists to list their art for sale, but it is not a requirement. You have the option to list art as NFS, Not For Sale.

Important Dates:
Jan 15 Online Entry Opens for Submissions
April 1 Entry Deadline
April 5 Notification of Entry selections through art call email
April 22 Accepted and shipped artwork must arrive at the TAC Gallery between 10 am and 3 pm, or by appt.
April 26 Exhibition opens with a reception and fundraiser/benefit from 6 to 10 pm
June 12 Last day to view this exhibit
June 13 Pick up artwork from the Great Hall Gallery between 10 and 3 pm Or by appointment.

Shipping: Artists that want to ship their work, are 100% responsible to ensure the work is delivered by the above delivery date. It is also the responsibility of the artist wanting art shipped to them, to arrange pickup of artwork, or artist paid carrier shipping pickup. The artists must speak with the Director about appropriate dates for carrier pickup availability. TAC does not drop off art to shipping carriers. Please enclose your prepaid return label in the original shipment. Tips on Shipping artwork

Terms of Entry

-Entry is open to all Adult US Citizens
-Entering this exhibition indicates understanding and agreement on the part of the artist with the conditions stated herein. Work must meet exhibition guidelines to be included in the event. TAC may determine work ineligible if entry guidelines are not followed. Work delivered must correspond with the image(s) submitted to the juror.
-Images of accepted works may be used at the sole discretion of TAC for promotional purposes including, but not limited to: the invitation, programs, website, social media, or a subsequent year’s prospectus. Images will include attribution wherever possible.
-Work cannot be withdrawn before the end of the event unless special permission is made in advance.
-Your submission into any show means you agree to all of The Arts Center’s guidelines, requirements and more for all art exhibitions. Please read those guidelines.

Liability: Artwork will be handled with all possible care. TAC will not be responsible or liable for loss or damage from any cause whatsoever. Insurance, if desired, must be carried by the artist. Read The Arts Center’s guidelines and requirements for exhibitions.

Opening Reception: The reception coincides as a fundraiser event and includes dinner, desserts, drinks, a silent auction, live music and more. This is a ticketed event for the public providing engagement for artists, art and the community. Artists accepted into the art exhibit will receive free entry into the reception. More details soon.

Awards: 
Best of Show, First, Second, Third, Honorable Mention, P. Bonnes 3D Award, Peoples Choice Award
Cash accompanies certain awards. Best of Show is $600.