- My Earth”The theme “My Earth” can go in many different directions, however your art should reflect your personal experience with the climate, the earth, and your environmental impact.The show will be held in Gallery B @ The Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing 2242 University Avenue W, St Paul, MN 55114.Submission Deadline – December 26th.
Art Acceptance notification received by December 28th.
Accepted artwork needs to be delivered to Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing 2242 University Avenue W, St Paul, MN 55114 on January 2nd and 3rd, 2025.
Reception date to be determined. Artists will receive a separate email with the reception date and information.
Submissions Must be Original Art. Artists may submit four pieces. The maximum size is 24”x24”. A triptych is considered 3 pieces. *Sculptural works are accepted if the base is no larger than 12” x 12”.
Art should be original and one-of-a-kind. Including limited edition prints that are numbered and signed, such as: photography, silkscreen, lithography, linocut and other relief printing.
AI Assisted art is welcomed but must be identified as such and needs to be numbered and signed.
Assisted = AI used as a tool with extensive input from the maker of the art.
AI Generated art is not accepted. Generated = AI drives the process with minimal input from the submitter of the piece. We believe and have proof that many AI platforms have not obtained permission to use the images on which their algorithms are based. For more information, see the following article from the New Yorker: Link“
Reproductions of original art are not accepted. *No use of trademarks/logos/ or copyrighted images.
All work submitted for this show must be ready to hang. If work needs framing, we encourage that it is framed at The Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing. As an ACW Member you’ll receive 25% off your framing. You can bring your artwork to The Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing and work with Khanh Tran, the owner and master framer. He will assist in creating the best framing options for your work. If Framing service is requested, the time frame must be scheduled prior to the drop off date of January 2nd.
NO Poster frames! Sawtooth hangers may be used only if secured properly. Gallery wrapped canvases with sides painted are acceptable. If your piece is already to be displayed, you’re not required to have it framed at The Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing.
The Dow Gallery and Picture Framing receives 20% of the sales sold through the duration of the show.
Artists, if needed, adjust your prices accordingly to accommodate the 20% commission fee.
Submission Checklist:
- Must be (or willing to be) an ACTIVE ACW Member Details: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/what-is-an-active-acw-member
*Image of Front of work (between 1000 to 3000 dpi on the longest side) jpg please, image of back of work that shows hanging mechanism and that your piece is framed. Most preferred is a picture wire across the back of the piece. Your work may be refused if the back of the piece is not professional and sturdy. - Size of work with the frame.
- Date Created
- *Artwork statement (About this specific artwork): See examples: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/acws-art-treasures-gallery/
*Please send the statement in the body of the email. Include your contact information. Statement doesn’t need to be long. A couple of short sentences or a paragraph are fine.
*All artworks must be delivered to The Dow Art Gallery and Picture Framing by January 2nd/3rd, 2025 (or before).
*Email submissions to jodijanzart@yahoo.com
*After being accepted your work will be posted on the ACW website. If you sell your piece before it sells through the ACW – contact info@arttochangetheworld.org immediately so it can be marked sold.
- Must be (or willing to be) an ACTIVE ACW Member Details: https://www.arttochangetheworld.org/what-is-an-active-acw-member