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Blue Line Arts is excited to introduce "Natural Elements." This show will facilitate an exploration of the intrinsic connection between art and the wonders of the natural world. We invite artists from all art practices to submit artworks that embody natural elements in materiality and conceptual interpretation.

This exhibition seeks to showcase a diverse collection of art that harnesses the raw beauty and profound influence of nature.

Whether your art is crafted from organic materials or delves into the conceptual realm of nature's essence, we eagerly await your submission.

1st place: $500

2nd place: $300

3rd place: $100

Important Dates 

Application deadline: Online applications must be submitted by 5:00pm PST on October 7th, 2023

Show dates: December 2nd, 2023 - January 13th, 2024 

Notifications: Results will be sent by 5pm PST on October 14th, 2023. 

Shipping deadline of work to Blue Line Arts: November 15th, 2023

Hand deliver work to Blue Line Arts: November 19th and 20th from 10am-3pm 

Opening Reception: Saturday December 16th, 2023 

Pick up unsold work from Blue Line Arts: January 14th & 15th, 2024 from 10am-3pm 

Application Requirements

Application requirements: Applicants must apply using the online application form, available through the Callforentry.org website.

There is a non-refundable $25 application fee for all applicants. 

 Image specifications: 

■ Between 1mb and 3mb in size 

■ Minimum of 1200 px on one side 

■ Images must be in JPG format. 

Eligibility Criteria

Eligibility

• Open to artists everywhere!
• All artwork must be original and completed within the last two years
• Artwork cannot have been previously exhibited at Blue Line Arts
• All 2-D works must be ready to hang with wire backing.  No sawtooth hangers.
• Accepted artwork that differs significantly from image in online submission will be disqualified.
• No accepted entry may be withdrawn or sold outside of the exhibition prior to the closing date.
• All artwork must be for sale.
• Blue Line Arts handles all sales transactions. Non-member artists receive a 50% commission from all gallery sales and members receive a 60% commission.
• Size limitations
  • Art must be able to enter through the doors with a clearance of 94”h x 91”w
  • Ceilings in the gallery are 10 feet high
• All artwork images must be renamed in the following format:
  • LastNameFirstName_ArtworkTitle
• The artist is responsible to pay for all shipping and should have a prepaid label from FedEx or UPS (No US Mail)  for return of artwork.