Art League of Leland's It's ALL Art is an annual juried exhibition and sale open to all artists 18 years or older, both ALL members and regional area non-members. We are excited to announce that Rhonda Bellamy will be our official juror for the 2024 exhibition.

MEET THE JUROR: Rhonda Bellamy

Rhonda is the founding executive director of the Arts Council of Wilmington/New Hanover County, celebrating its 10th year as the nucleus of Wilmington’s dynamic arts community. She was promoted to President/CEO in 2022. She is chair of Arts North Carolina, the statewide arts advocacy organization which calls for equity and access to the arts for all North Carolinians, unifies and connects North Carolina’s arts communities, and fosters arts leadership. 

Prior to full-time work in the arts, Rhonda was an award-winning news director/anchor/talk show host with 25+ years in radio, television, and print in the Wilmington market. Currently she is host and executive producer of “Around Town with Rhonda Bellamy” on WHQR Public Media. 

Rhonda will be selecting art submissions to participate in the show. She will also be awarding cash awards and special recognition awards. The categories for awards are 2-D, 3-D and Photography. 

IMPORTANT DATES & TIMES:

Call Opens: March 1, 2024 through April 11, 2024.

Notification of Accepted Art: by May 1, 2024.

May 8, 2024: Final list of all 2D and 3D bin work due from the artist. A link will be sent for an inventory form upon acceptance into the exhibition.

Drop off of art: May 29, 9:30 AM - 2 PM by appointment. A link for sign up to be sent upon acceptance into the exhibition.

Opening Reception & Awards: Wednesday, May 29, 2024 from 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM for exhibiting artists and their families. 

The exhibition event runs Thursday, May 30, 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Friday, May 31, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM ,  and Saturday, June 1, 10:00 AM – 4 PM .

Pick up artwork at Leland Cultural Arts Center: Saturday, June 1, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Art League of Leland members and regional non-members, 18 years and older, are eligible to apply.

There is a $30 nonrefundable entry fee for ALL Members for each category entered, $45 nonrefundable fee for nonmembers. 

Each artist may submit up to 4 pieces of original artwork for consideration by the juror. 3D artists may submit two images of each of four pieces to show multiple perspectives of the art work up to a total of 8 images (3D only)

Sales will be handled by ALL. A 20% commission fee will be retained by the Art League of Leland (ALL) on all sales. Taxes will be collected and paid by ALL. 

Those wishing to enter in more than one category will need to submit a separate application with images under a separate CaFE account and pay a separate fee.

2D Art can include Watercolors, Acrylics, Oils, Pastels, Alcohol Ink, Encaustic, Drawings, Collage,  Mixed Media, Fiber Art, etc.

2D Photography: including Traditional Fine Art Photography and Digital Conceptual Photography are allowed. Photography can be printed on traditional paper, metal or canvas.

3D art can include Pottery, Woodworking, Fiber Arts (i.e. Silk Dying, Weaving, Felting, and Art Quilting), Fused and Stained Glass, Sculpture, Metal Art, Mixed Media, etc.

Artwork must be for sale. 

Artwork including the frame may not exceed 36” in width or 50” in height. It is recommended that you consider a variety of sizes for the work you submit, as space is limited and submitting all large pieces may limit the number of pieces accepted into the show.

We encourage artists to submit fresh new work that has not been shown previously at the It's ALL Art annual exhibition.

Each artist may submit up to 4 pieces of original artwork for consideration by the juror. 3D artists may submit two images of each of four pieces to show multiple perspectives of the art work up to a total of 8 images (3D only)

A complete, final listing of 2D bin art and additional 3D "bin art" pieces must be submitted by May 8, 2024. A link will be sent for an inventory form upon acceptance into the exhibition.

Bin work will not be part of judging. Images do not need to be submitted for bin work.

2D ART WORK:

2D artists may submit 4 pieces of original artwork for consideration and jury award selection.

All 2D artwork must be professionally presented: framed or gallery wrapped. Gallery wrapped edges must be painted with the continuing image or with a fresh coat of gesso. 

All 2-D art must have wire and be ready to hang on freestanding display panels. No eye rings or sawtooth hangers. The wire has to be short enough that it will not show when displayed. It also needs to have enough slack that it can be hung easily.

2D artwork will be hung by the ALL installation committee. The utmost care and professionalism will be taken to ensure the safe handling of artwork. Remember: Include the frame in your measurements.

2D BIN ART: 

Limit one bin per artist.

Bin art may include original 2D work and/or reproductions and must be labeled as such. Labels should be on the top right of the protective wrapping. Additional removable labels will be provided by ALL for sales purposes.

Each bin may contain a maximum of 15 pieces per category. Work must be contained within the bin and allow for easy access to the viewer. For example, a 1” thick canvas may necessitate a reduced number of pieces. Artwork will be removed from overcrowded bins to avoid damage.

2D art needs to be in a 24” wide (medium sized), black canvas floor bin provided by the artist for consistent display.

A name holder with a pocket for business cards will be provided by ALL for use at the exhibition.

2D bin artwork must be backed with foam core or mat board and protected by shrink-wrap or acetate bag.

3-D ART WORK:

3D artists may submit 4 pieces of original artwork for consideration and jury award selection. 3D artists may submit two images of each of 4 pieces to provide multiple views, for a total of 8 images.

Pottery must be hand-built or thrown. Pieces made from ceramic molds will not be accepted.

Upon acceptance, 3D artists will have the opportunity to add an additional 15 pieces for sale (bin art). These will be displayed on 8’ x 30” tables covered with black tablecloths. Some work may be required to be held under the table and placed out when sales occur to keep the display from being overcrowded. A designated Exhibition Ambassador will keep an eye on sales and displays.

Depending on the number of 3D artists and pieces accepted into the exhibition, table space may need to be shared and pieces limited for display at one time.  

Winning 3D pieces will be displayed on the main floor on pedestals.

Artists are requested to provide protective wrapping for their pieces (bubble wrap or paper) under the table to protect sold pieces for the buyer. Our show ambassadors will pull wrappings as needed for sales and replace work as pieces are sold.

Application Requirements

• All entries must be for sale.

• Unsold art must remain in show until designated time for pick-up. 

• Artists should register for a time slot to volunteer during the show. A link will be sent to sign up upon acceptance.

• Artist or designee must hand deliver artwork to the LCAC on the designated date/time. A link will be sent to sign up upon acceptance.

Shipped or mailed art will NOT be accepted.

 • All jurying is done anonymously. The juror’s decision on acceptance is final. 

• The ALL allows photographs to be taken during the event. The ALL maintains the rights to use photographs of the art and the event for future marketing or promotional materials. 

• Upon entering the show and by submitting payment, the artist agrees to the terms and conditions as outlined in this Prospectus. 

Eligibility Criteria

Open to all artists 18 years of age and older. Artists may submit ORIGINAL two-dimensional (2-D) work, three-dimensional (3-D) work and/or Photography (2-D).

EXHIBITED ARTWORK ELIGIBILITY

 • Artwork must be solely the creation of the artist. 

• Artwork must be original in conception, composition and implementation.

 • No kits, copies, collaborative works or workshop pieces will be accepted.

• No replicas, giclee reproductions or any modified, copied or imitated art will be accepted for jurying or hanging.

• The quality of the creation and design should be consistent with a fine art show. 

• No furniture or jewelry is allowed. 

• No erotic or violent themes will be accepted. 

• The artwork should not have been previously exhibited in the ALL annual exhibition and sale.

• Artwork requiring individual easels will not be accepted. 

• Weight of 2D art must not exceed 15 lbs. Weight of 3D work must not exceed 30 lbs.

• Upon check-in, 2D artwork must be ready for hanging on the display panels. 

• All artwork must be durable enough to be handled and moved. 

• 2D artwork is artwork which can be hung on exhibit panels. 3D artwork is artwork which is to be displayed on a table with a black tablecloth or display column.