Call Detail
Works of Excellence
Entry Deadline: 3/27/23
Application Closed

Entry Fee (50 To Watch 2020): $35.00
Work Sample Requirements
Images | Minimum:Min. 4, Maximum:Max. 6
Total Samples | Minimum:Min. 4, Maximum:Max. 6
Call Type: Exhibitions
Eligibility: National
State: California
Event Dates: 4/27/23 - 5/27/23
Jury Dates: 3/28/23 - 4/1/23

WORKS OF EXCELLENCE 2023 PROSPECTUS

WORKS OF EXCELLENCE 2023 is a national exhibition highlighting some of the best mid-career and professional visual artists in the country running from April 27 - May 27, 2023 produced by The Studio Door in San Diego, California.  This is a new take on our popular biennial event 50 To Watch, which was previously postponed due to COVID.  The new exhibition is reimagined on a national scale.  The exhibition seeks artists to showcase the best of their recent body of work without having to fit a specific theme or style. 

 

EXHIBITION DATES 

April 27 - May 27, 2023

 

PUBLIC RECEPTION 

A public reception is scheduled for Saturday, May 20, 2023  -  6 PM - 9 PM.  

[Additionally, the gallery will have extended hours on May 4, 2023 for the monthly First Thursday Walk in ART, which is an event that takes place after dark in Mural Alley directly behind the gallery.  Live music, bar, food and vendors fill the alley.]

 

JURORS

Maria Mingalone, Executive Director of Oceanside Museum of Art

Megan Pogue, Executive Director of Timken Museum of Art

Sonya Sparks, Owner and Curator of Sparks Gallery

 

BEST IN SHOW

Each juror will select one artist for outstanding accommodation and that artist will receive a Juror's Award certificate and a check for $100. Exhibition catalogs will be available online and print-on-demand.
 

ELIGIBILITY 

Artist must reside in United States of America.
 

GALLERY & ON-LINE GALLERY 

There are two parts to the exhibition. 

In Gallery: Based upon the Juror’s scores, The Studio Door Galleriest will select works that will be shown in the gallery. 

On Line Gallery:  To assist artists who are unable to ship and understanding the limitations of physical space, the exhibit will also be featured in part online.

You have the option to declare “in gallery”, “on-line gallery” or both during the application process to assist our understanding of what is possible for your participation.  

All accepted works regardless of “in gallery” or “online gallery” are eligible for Best in Show.

 

CATALOG

All artwork selected, both gallery and online, will be included in the national exhibition catalog. 

 

USE OF IMAGERY

If your artwork is selected for this program, Artists grant The Studio Door permission to photograph selected works.  The Studio Door reserves the right to use art images for marketing and publicity without compensation.

 

ARTWORK PRESENTATION 

2-D artwork must arrive 'gallery ready' and 'ready to hang' and be presented professionally. Preferably, framed artwork should be in black wood or natural wood frame. 

Due to problems with shipping 2-D artwork, no glass - plexi only. 


 

CAFÉSUBMISSION PROCESS

All submissions for this show are handled through CAFÉ ™ (Callforentry.org).  Artists are required to sign up and create a profile on CAFÉ ™.  There is no charge for using this service.

 

IMAGE SPECIFICATIONS 

CAFÉ ™ provides 5 MB for the artist profile.  Image may be 1200 pixels or greater on the longest side. Anything larger will be resized.  Image may be JPG or JPEG only. Artist will upload images and information directly to their profile and reference when filling out the official call for submission.  

If you have problems uploading images, contact CAFÉ ™ directly. FYI, the most common problem is that the system will not accept images that are too small.

 

NOTIFICATION TO ARTISTS 

Artists will be notified by April 1, 2023. All artists who have submitted artwork will be notified by email. You may receive multiple notifications for acceptance into The Studio Door exhibition and on-line gallery. You will receive notification even if no artwork has been selected. If you do not receive notice by April 2, 2023, please check your email spam folder and contact The Studio Door. 

 

SHIPPING OF ARTWORK 

All shipped artwork must be received no later than Friday, April 21 2023. Unsold artwork will be shipped out of The Studio Door on May 31, 2023. 2-D work must be sent in reusable packaging with NO styrofoam packing peanuts. Glass or ceramic sculptures and other fragile works must be double-boxed and sufficiently padded to prevent damage in transit. The Studio Door is NOT responsible for damage caused in transit. Artists are responsible for the cost of shipping and arranging prepaid shipping labels with either UPS or FedEx. It is mandatory to include prepaid shipping labels with your artwork or to make the necessary arrangements with The Studio Door before the exhibition or your work will not be exhibited. 

 

HAND-DELIVERY OF ARTWORK 

During weekend gallery hours on Saturday, April 22, 2023 (Noon – 6 PM) or by earlier appointment.  Large works or small installations should be scheduled as to not interfere with other exhibitions.

If your artwork is accepted for the on-line gallery ONLY, you do NOT need to deliver your artwork.

 

PICK-UP OF ARTWORK 

Artwork may be picked up Saturday, May 30, 2023 (Noon – 6 PM) during gallery hours.

Artwork left behind may be subject to a late fee of $50 per day and/or discarded by The Studio Door.

 

SALES OF ART 

50% of the sale will go to the artists and 50% of the sale will go to the Studio Door. Items sold must remain on exhibit for the duration of the show. The Studio Door will mail a check to the artist for any sold artwork within 30 days after the close of the show. 

 

ABOUT THE STUDIO DOOR

San Diego's premier art gallery is a unique art center located just minutes from downtown San Diego and Balboa Park. Since 2014, it has become known for its gallery of contemporary art, working artist studios, community events and the neighborhood’s expanding Mural Alley. It is a great destination for locals, tourist and art lovers. For more details visit the website at www.thestudiodoor.com

 

IMPORTANT DATES (SUMMARY)

    •    11/30/22       Call for Artists – Start Date

    •    03/27/23       10:59 PST • Call for Artists – Closing of Call

    •    04/01/23        Artists Notification Date

    •    04/21/23        Final Receive Date for Shipping

    •    04/22/23        Drop Off Artwork (local):  Noon – 6 PM

    •    04/27/23        Show Opens to the Public

    •    05/04/23        Preview Night in conjunction with First Thursdays Walk in Art

    •    05/20/23        Public Reception 6 PM – 9 PM

    •    05/27/23        Show Closes

    •    05/30/23        Artwork Pick Up Date

    •   06/30/23       Artist Commission Checks Deadline

 

QUESTIONS?

Forallweknow@thestudiodoor.com

If you would like to support this exhibition with a donation, or fund an award, please contact The Studio Door.  Please help get the word NON-REFUNDABLE ENTRY FEE 

An entry consists of four to six submissions of images plus an Artist Statement. Payment of $35.  Payments are processed through CAFÉ ™. 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  

March 27, 2023  - 10:59 PM PST 

Complete information including images of artwork must be submitted online with CAFÉ ™ before 10:59 PM PST to be considered by juror (Check your watch, that’s 1:59 AM EST and 11:59 PM MST).

ARTIST STATEMENT 

During the submission process, you will be asked to provide a statement about your body of work.  There is a maximum of 1,000 character limit (including spaces).  This is a required component of your submission.

ARTWORK MAXIMUM SIZE 

2-Dimensional Work: Height 7.5 feet, Width 4 feet - including frame 

3-Dimensional Work: Sculptural and small installation work is encouraged.  Works must be able to fit through an average doorway and not exceed 8’ in height.  If you are unsure if your work is size acceptable, please contact The Studio Door at forallweknow@thestudiodoor.com

 

Application Requirements

NON-REFUNDABLE ENTRY FEE 

An entry consists of four to six submissions of images plus an Artist Statement. Payment of $35.  Payments are processed through CAFÉ ™. 

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:  

March 27, 2023  - 10:59 PM PST 

Complete information including images of artwork must be submitted online with CAFÉ ™ before 10:59 PM PST to be considered by juror (Check your watch, that’s 1:59 AM EST and 11:59 PM MST).

ARTIST STATEMENT 

During the submission process, you will be asked to provide a statement about your body of work.  There is a maximum of 1,000 character limit (including spaces).  This is a required component of your submission.

ARTWORK MAXIMUM SIZE 

2-Dimensional Work: Height 7.5 feet, Width 4 feet - including frame 

3-Dimensional Work: Sculptural and small installation work is encouraged.  Works must be able to fit through an average doorway and not exceed 8’ in height.  If you are unsure if your work is size acceptable, please contact The Studio Door at forallweknow@thestudiodoor.com
 

Eligibility Criteria

ELIGIBILITY 

Visual Artists working and residing in the United States of America.

CATEGORIES ACCEPTED 

Fine Art: Painting, drawing, photography, printmaking, assemblage, collage, mixed media, fiber art, artist book, ceramics, stoneware, stain glass and sculpture.  Oversized jewelry that can be defined as fine art is acceptable for this show.

This exhibition does not accept performance art. 

Video, film, installation and works requiring an external electrical source require gallery approval.  If you want to be considered, please contact The Studio Door at forallweknow@thestudiodoor.com before submitting to this call for artists.

Submissions must be the artist’s original work.

All artwork must be available for sale.