TAC Call to Artists.

“Every artist writes his own autobiography.”
- Havelock Ellis​

Upcoming Call to Artists - Scroll down the page to see complete details:
 Chocolate August 2021  .  Autumn Leaves October 2021

Beginning May 31st, 2021 - make all art submissions at our new San Marco gallery location at 1225 Hendricks Avenue, Jacksonville, Fl 32207.

Call to Artists

.Visual artists are welcome to submit their work for our jury exhibitions. 
1. Fill out the artist application and return it to the designated Art Center location with your entry fee. 
2. Please either email or bring in the completed curating form. 
3. We also request that you provide an artist bio and picture to promote your art.   

Be sure to read the jury show details carefully before submitting your work, application, and fee.  You can pay for your artwork submissions at the gallery when you drop off your work.  Emails to info@tacjacksonville.org

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Exhibition Insurance

Insurance is the responsibility of the artist.  The Art Center does not accept the responsibility of theft, vandalism or damage caused by gallery patrons or staff during transfer for any reason including the mishandeling by carrier or failure of packaging to protect works in transit. Also not coverd is damage caused to work by a failure of the work itself or its mounting systems installed by the artist.

Juried Exhibition Information

• Artwork submitted must be original work by the artist, completed within the last 2 years not under academic supervision.  Mass-produced objects or craft kits are not accepted.
• 2D works must be properly framed or gallery-wrapped canvases, no staples on the sides, with all sides painted.
• All 2D work MUST be properly wired for hanging - preferably D-ring and wire (place 1/3 down on the sides with 1" from top of the piece).  Works with sawtooth hangers on frames and canvases will NOT be accepted.
• 2D Submissions of all mediums can be no larger than 3'X5' whether horizontal or vertical. 
• 3D works should be free-standing or able to fit on a gallery pedestal.
• Special Installations must be provided by the artist and approved by the Art Center.
• Artists 18 years and older residing in the United States are eligible to enter.  Cash awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place are given based on the number of entries received.  
• All work must be for sale.  The Art Center will take a 40% commission on all work sold by non-members.  Commission on works sold by members will be according to artist agreements per member status.
  
  

Upcoming Juried Exhibitions Call to Artists

Submission Dates:  Monday, October 4th - Friday, October 8th 12pm-5pm and October 9th 12pm-3pm *see submission guidelines below

​Theme: Songs have been written about autumn, the most popular written by a French composer after WWII is Autumn Leaves. When Autumn Leaves start to fall… should inspire artists to capture the red and gold of the season. The transition from summer to winter that can be seen in nature or in the change in wildlife as they adapt to the coming season. This is the time to capture the moment. Fall is a time of preparation and we hope you will take all the colors of the season to your canvas.
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 CDC guidelines to prevent the spread of Coronavirus.

• Please have your submission application printed and filled out, you can download it from the link above.  Complete it before coming to the gallery.
• Attached to the back of all submitted artwork, include the following information: Artist Name, Titles, Medium, Price, and Size LXW including frame when applicable.  This information will allow us to add your submitted work to our online gallery.
• Be sure to have all proper hardware attached to 2D artwork.  See the the "Juried Exhibition Information" above for complete details.  If you have questions please email us at info@tacjacksonville.com or call at 904-233-9252.
• Please make sure to wear a mask when dropping off your work with all paperwork complete before entering the gallery.
• You will be asked to let us video record a short interview about you and your artwork for show promotional purposes.  You may make your own video and contact the gallery to coordinate the method of delivery of the video file.  We do ask that everyone films their entire video in either portrait or landscape.  Your video will be featured on the  TAC YouTube Channel, TAC Facebook page, TAC Instagram, and TAC website.
• You will be given an information sheet to help you promote your pieces online, where to find your video, and have details about the awards ceremony and reception, and artist satisfaction survey. 

Reception Details: 
Autumn Leaves Reception Sunday, October 18th, 2pm – 4pm
The Art Center Cooperative, Inc will be hosting the reception both at our San Marco Gallery and online.  The exhibition will be highlighted on our website with both an online gallery and an exhibition store with all artwork available for online purchase.  

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE CDC GUIDELINES FOR THE RECEPTION:

• OUR GUESTS AND ARTIST WILL BE ASKED TO WEAR MASKS.  IF YOU DON'T HAVE A MASK ONE WILL BE PROVIDED.
• ​ ​We are following these city and state health guidelines to ensure everyone's safety.  The health and welfare of our members, volunteers, and visitors is our top priority. 

                        
*Submission Guidelines:  $20 for members and $25 for non-members for up to three pieces.  If you would like to submit an additional 2 pieces, there will be an additional charge of $5 per piece. You may pay at the gallery by check or credit card.

Pickup Date: November 29th & 30th   12:00 – 5:00 pm

Exhibitions Dates: October 11th  - November 27th, 2021 12pm – 5pm .  Your work will also be displayed and offered for sale on our website.  We will also promote it through all of our media channels. 

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