This national juried exhibition showcases visual artwork from artists across the United States and promotes the importance of the arts in the Warren County community and surrounding region.

The non-refundable entry fee is $30 per artist for up to three (3) pieces of artwork–one image per piece. This exhibition is open to artists working in all mediums. Works must be original. Works created under the direction of an instructor will not be accepted. Source material must be original and not derived from copyrighted images. Entries are limited to a maximum of three per entry fee, and must have been created in the last two years. Works previously exhibited at the Buchanan Center for the Arts will not be accepted.

Hanging work may not exceed 40 lbs. per unit and are limited to 50” (including frame) in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 75 lbs. or 60” in any direction. Care should be taken that images are accurate representations of your work. Accepted works that do not reasonably meet the quality indicated in the image will be refused. For questions about the exhibition or guidelines, please contact buchanancenter@mtcnow.net. For technical assistance with your entry, contact cafe@westaf.org. All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under plexiglass. Glass is acceptable for works under 14” in any direction. Frames and mattes must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition. Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for works 14”x14” or under only. Your work will be rejected if it is not properly prepared for hanging. If selected, instructions for submission of artwork will be forwarded to the artist. Recipients of monetary awards will be determined by the juror. Artists need not be present to be considered for a monetary award.

ACCEPTED DELIVERY/RETURN OF ARTWORK: Artists are responsible for the cost of ALL shipping. Call tags or prepaid shipping labels for return shipping are required to be included with each piece of artwork to ensure return. All shipped works will be returned in original containers with original packing. Do not ship your artwork using packing peanuts. Accepted works may be hand-delivered or shipped to the Buchanan Center for the Arts. Submissions must include artist name, mailing address, phone number, email address, title, year completed, dimensions, price, and presentation/installation instructions posted on the back of each piece. SHIP ARTWORK TO 64 PUBLIC SQUARE, MONMOUTH, IL 61462, ATTN: 64 ARTS.

LEGAL AGREEMENT: Liability: All accepted work is insured for up to $1,000 for the duration of the exhibition. The Buchanan Center for the Arts is not responsible for items damaged due to improper packing or from damages that occur in transit. Work will not be insured for more than the retail value.

Sales: All sales made during the exhibition are subject to a 20% sales commission. Work that is not for sale may be submitted, but the insurance value must be listed.

Declarations: The Buchanan Center for the Arts reserves the right to photograph works for purposes of documentation, education, and publicity. The Buchanan Center for the Arts is not responsible for work left over 30 days after the close of the exhibit. The Buchanan Center for the Arts reserves the right to reject any work that is not structurally sound or does not conform to the eligibility requirements. Submitting an entry form to this exhibition constitutes an agreement with all conditions of the prospectus.

Important Dates

Deadline for Entry: Saturday, June 1

Notification via Email: July 2-6, 2024

Delivery of Works: Artwork due by Saturday, August 31

Exhibition Dates: September 10-November 1

Return Artwork: November 5-9

Awards

Mary Jane Twomey Best of Show $1,000

Blick Art Materials Mixed Media Award $300

Blick Art Materials Sculpture Award $300

Harlow & Lila Blum Works on Paper Award $300

James Keefe Photography Award $300

John Ohler Works on Paper Award $300

Gary Willhardt Painting Award $300

Ceramics Award $300

Application Requirements

The non-refundable entry fee is $30 per artist for up to three (3) pieces of artwork–one image per piece. This exhibition is open to artists working in all mediums. Works must be original. Works created under the direction of an instructor will not be accepted. Source material must be original and not derived from copyrighted images. Entries are limited to a maximum of three per entry fee, and must have been created in the last two years. Works previously exhibited at the Buchanan Center for the Arts will not be accepted.

Hanging work may not exceed 40 lbs. per unit and are limited to 50” (including frame) in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 75 lbs. or 60” in any direction. Care should be taken that images are accurate representations of your work. Accepted works that do not reasonably meet the quality indicated in the image will be refused. For questions about the exhibition or guidelines, please contact buchanancenter@mtcnow.net. For technical assistance with your entry, contact cafe@westaf.org. All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under plexiglass. Glass is acceptable for works under 14” in any direction. Frames and mattes must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition. Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for works 14”x14” or under only. If selected, instructions for submission of artwork will be forwarded to the artist. Recipients of monetary awards will be determined by the juror. Artists need not be present.

Eligibility Criteria

The non-refundable entry fee is $30 per artist for up to three (3) pieces of artwork–one image per piece. This exhibition is open to artists working in all mediums. Works must be original. Works created under the direction of an instructor will not be accepted. Source material must be original and not derived from copyrighted images. Entries are limited to a maximum of three per entry fee, and must have been created in the last two years. Works previously exhibited at the Buchanan Center for the Arts will not be accepted.

Hanging work may not exceed 40 lbs. per unit and are limited to 50” (including frame) in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 75 lbs. or 60” in any direction. Care should be taken that images are accurate representations of your work. Accepted works that do not reasonably meet the quality indicated in the image will be refused. For questions about the exhibition or guidelines, please contact buchanancenter@mtcnow.net. For technical assistance with your entry, contact cafe@westaf.org. All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under plexiglass. Glass is acceptable for works under 14” in any direction. Frames and mattes must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition. Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for works 14”x14” or under only. If selected, instructions for submission of artwork will be forwarded to the artist. Recipients of monetary awards will be determined by the juror. Artists need not be present.

ACCEPTED DELIVERY/RETURN OF ARTWORK: Artists are responsible for the cost of ALL shipping. Call tags or prepaid shipping labels for return shipping are required to be included with each piece of artwork to ensure return. All shipped works will be returned in original containers with original packing. Do not ship your artwork using packing peanuts. Accepted works may be hand-delivered or shipped to the Buchanan Center for the Arts. Submissions must include artist name, mailing address, phone number, email address, title, year completed, dimensions, price, and presentation/installation instructions posted on the back of each piece. SHIP ARTWORK TO: 64 PUBLIC SQUARE, MONMOUTH, IL 61462, ATTN: 64 ARTS.