We invite you to enter up to 5 pieces of your original work and compete for cash awards totalling more than $5,000, including a $750.00 Best of Show award. You can compete in any of three divisions, Fine Art, Photography and 3D. 

This year’s show will be held at the Convention Center in Ocean Shores, WA, in conjunction with the Sand and Sawdust Festival June 28, 29 and 30th 2019. The deadline for entries is May 20, 2019. Single entry $20, up to three entries $45. You may enter two additional pieces for $10.00/ea. Please visit our website for additional information. 

Fine Art

Fine Art includes Oils, Acrylics, Pen, Pencil, Watercolor, Pastel, and 2 Dimensional Mixed Media. 

No digital or electronic media will be accepted in Fine Art.

Photography

Photography includes, film, digital and electronic media. 

All photography entries will be judged as one.

Three dimensional categories

The art is not flat like two dimensional arts. It is observed in terms of height, width and depth. 

Fiber art, wood carvings, leather work, metal, stained glass and sculptures

Judging

Accepted work will be judged by;

Marissa Laubscher, Project Manager
ArtsWA | Art in Public Places Program
Washington State Arts Commission

CONDITIONS 

• Awards will be judged from original works.
• Artists may not substitute another work for an accepted work nor withdraw the work once it is accepted.
• All entries must be for sale.  Associated Arts of Ocean Shores receives a 25% commission.
• All entries must be framed with wire hanger (no clips, no saw-tooth hangers).  Gallery wraps are permitted.
• Maximum/Minimum framed dimensions: at least 12” but not to exceed 52” horizontal and/or vertical.
• Entry fees are non-refundable.
• AAOS reserves the right to refuse, upon arrival, any piece of unacceptable quality. Art work that does not match the digital image will not be displayed. 
• Artists are responsible for all shipping costs

Application Requirements

Eligibility Criteria