Art Specifications, Fees & Commissions...
To apply to our 2024 Smallworks Holiday Show, submit digital images by
Monday, October 28 for jurying to: Amanda Paoletti at amandapaoletti.asif@gmail.com
Commissions/Fees for Solo & Group Shows:
ASiF retains a 40% Commission (20% for ASiF Resident Artists) for gallery sales.
2024 Smallworks Holiday Show Art Specs…
Smallworks Holiday Show - Art Submission Criteria & Size Specs…
ASiF has high standards for finishing and framing of works.
Please read all art specifications that pertain to clean professional finishing and framing - front and back!
FEES & GALLERY COMMISSION...
$20 for up to 10 entries (no entry fee for resident artists)
Entry fees are for accepted entries only, to be paid upon art delivery to the gallery.
Reduced entry fee of $10 for small functional ware (things like functional pottery & jewelry).
No Entry fees for trunk show artists featured at the Holiday Open House Event.
A commission of 40% (20% for ASiF Residents) will be retained for gallery sales.
SIZE LIMITATIONS (For Smallworks Holiday Shows Only):
Two dimensional works must be no larger than 12.5 inches (in all directions) including the mat and frame.
Three dimensional works must be no larger than 432 cubic inches (example:6x6x12 inches)
Exceptions: Artworks measuring under 6 inches in one direction may exceed the 12.5 inch limit so long as they don't exceed a 50 inch perimeter total.
ORIGINAL ART WORK...
Original art work/imagery only. No use of other artist's images as printed, collaged elements. Exceptions: Vintage images acting as embellishment to original compositions. No giclee prints of original paintings, or fine art prints will be displayed on main gallery walls unless they are enhanced originals (contact Amanda for clarification). Photographs are by nature an exception to this rule. Artists are encouraged to offer giclee prints and or cards in print and card racks in the gift gallery.
NEW ART WORK...
Please only submit new art works. Works previously shown in gallery shows at ASiF will not be admissible.
SCULPTURAL / 3D WORKS...
In order to protect gallery furnishings, any sculptural works with abrasive bottoms to be displayed on pedestals, shelves or tabletops, will require felt, rubber or cork padding for their bottoms! Works which need assembly will require the artist's help for display in the gallery.
FRAMING & OTHER 2D SPECS (ALL SHOWS)...
For artists submitting two-dimensional works:
As always, framing, professional finishing and presentation is very important to the look and feel of our shows. For unframed canvases... please, no exposed staples on sides. Sides should be considered and finished in some manner unless it is an intentional part of the composition to be left unfinished. Collage work must use original imagery (see "original Art Work" section below) and covered with medium so collaged elements have an over all finished presentation.
Simple black frames are highly encouraged (works submitted in ornate frames or colorful, visually demanding frames that are difficult to combine with other art are subject to rejection at second in-person jurying).
Hanging wires are mandatory and should be attached in such a way that the frames seat flat against the wall.
No cheap store-bought frames with stands that don't seat flat against the wall when hung.
Backs must be clean and professional.
No warped canvases.
No sloppy cut, discolored or dirty mats.
Archival, acid free materials only
Professionally finished backings: no rigged or taped backs please!
Works must be for sale, dry and ready for display
Final selections for the show will be made once all works are received.
IDENTIFICATION:
Accepted artworks must be labeled with artist's name, medium and title. Artists are required to fill out a consignment entry form with all pertinent information, and follow instructions given on the form for labeling and delivering artworks. The original consignment form must remain in the consignment binder.
FEES & GALLERY COMMISSION...
$20 for up to 10 entries (no entry fee for resident artists).
Entry fees are for accepted entries only, to be paid upon art delivery to the gallery.
Reduced entry fee of $10 for small functional ware (things like pottery & jewelry).
No Entry fees for trunk show artists featured at the Holiday Open House Event.
A commission of 40% (20% for ASiF Residents) will be retained for gallery sales.
THIS IS A JURIED SHOW. ACCEPTED ARTISTS WILL BE NOTIFIED VIA EMAIL and furnished with a consignment entry form to be completed and delivered with artworks and entry fee in early November date TBA.
