2024 | FRESH OFF THE EASEL | Registration & Full Information

COMPLETE REGISTRATION INFORMATION FOR
2024 FRESH OFF THE EASEL JURIED SHOW

Please enter a maximum of three art entries into our juried show competition. Accepted artists will be provided with graphic invitations to use for their personal Facebook, Instagram and email accounts. The show will be advertised online, in social media, in the local community newspaper/magazine and press releases sent to local publications. All accepted work will be posted on our website. All accepted work will be featured on our Facebook page at some point during the run of the show.

Please make sure to add ALL THREE EMAILS pam@dutchartgallery.net AND rebecca@dutchartgallery.net AND gwen@dutchartgallery.net to your contact list after entering and be sure to check your spam folder for the accepted/rejected artist email if you believe you did not receive it before contacting us. The accepted art list will also be posted on our website.

About The Dutch Art Gallery:

Celebrating over 50 years of providing custom framing tailored to fit your specific needs and showcasing original art from local to worldwide artists. Stop in to see monthly events and our annual national juried art show.

Finding and offering incredible, one-of-a-kind art from talented artists is a passion for owners Hans and Pam Massar. Pam, as well as her staff, can guide you in choosing the perfect framing option to fit your home or office for these original pieces or your own. Shadowbox framing for personal mementos is a specialty we offer. We also specialize in archival framing. From classic sophistication to a contemporary look, all types of framing styles are available plus the personal feeling of a family-owned business. Stop in with your project or just browse around the gallery. We look forward to seeing you.

Our 7,000 square foot showroom is conveniently located in Lake Highlands at 10233 E. Northwest Hwy #420, Dallas, TX 75238. We feature an array of original oil, mixed media, limited edition prints and a growing private collection. Open Tuesday through Saturday from 9:30am to 5:00pm

ENTRY INFORMATION:
To enter, please submit up to three art entries (one at a time) using our Submission Form by Midnight (CST), Sunday, October 6th, 2024 and pay the $55 NON-REFUNDABLE entry fee for consideration to participate in the juried art show and exhibition. Links to the Submission Form and Paypal can be found at the bottom of this page. Artwork must have been produced in 2023-2024 calendar years, nothing older will be considered. Only 2D original painting/drawing is being considered.

Please review the additional following requirements.

Physical Entry: Only 2D original painting/drawing. Accepted media include: oil, acrylic, colored pencil, watercolor, pastel, charcoal and/or mixed media. No Sculpture. No Photography. No crafts. If you are using a media not mentioned, please email us for verification that we are accepting it. Contact: Gwen@dutchartgallery.net.

Entry Fees. NONREFUNDABLE Entry Fee is $55.00 USD covers up to three entries. Pay via Paypal to pam@dutchartgallery.net or make check payable to Dutch Art Gallery paid by Midnight (CST), Sunday, October 6th, 2024. Button to pay fee is at the bottom of this page.

Online Registration Must Be Complete. Carefully read and respond to all fields in the entry form. Link located at the bottom of this page.

Name Your Art Entry. Name your file(s) correctly. This is crucial for our automated system. If you are using your phone to take photos of your work, you must be able to rename the files. This may require downloading the photos to a computer in order to rename them before submitting your entry.
ESSENTIAL! Name as follows:
Firstname-Lastname-title-of-piece-sizexsize-Media-on-Surface.jpg
Example: Jane-Doe-Once-Upon-a-Time-16×20-Acrylic-on-Panel.jpg

Image Specifications: Largest dimension at 1000px wide at 72dpi in .jpg format. We may contact you if a higher resolution photo is needed for print materials. If you submit an image much larger than 1000px, your entry may not go through. If you are having issues with submitting your entry, please double check the size of your image.

Art Entry Statement. • 270 CHARACTER LIMIT • Artist must include in the online registration a statement specific to each entered piece that gives insight about your creation process or the meaning behind the work. This information will be included on the website and on wall tags if your piece is accepted into the juried show.

A Maximum of Three (3) NEW Entries Per Artist Per Entry Fee of $55.00 USD. Entry fee is nonrefundable. Gallery Artists, please do not submit entries that are currently in your Dutch Art Gallery inventory. Also, work that has been previously entered in prior Dutch Art Gallery shows or exhibitions will not be accepted.

Art Entry Must Be Original Art Produced By The Artist Registered. Work done by a production studio, in classes or workshops, work from kits, commercial designs, and derivative work is prohibited. If it is not your own work, the entry will be removed. No refunds. Artwork must not be printed (on canvas, paper or any substrate) with layers of paint added. Digital art prints are not being considered for this show. Photography is not being considered for this show. 3D sculpture is not being considered for this show. Crafts are not being considered for this show.

Art Entry Meets Standard Framing Sizes. For example: 5×7, 6×8, 8×10, 9×12, 11×14, 12×16, 14×18, 16×20, 20×24, 18×24, 24×30, 24×36. Some square sizing is available. Ask us if you have a question on size. Art entry to be delivered WITHOUT FRAME. It will be framed at the gallery and if unsold, returned without a frame. You do have the option to purchase the frame at a discount if you wish, but this is not required. Contact: Gwen@dutchartgallery.net or phone The Dutch Art Gallery at (214) 348-7350.

Gallery Wraps. Gallery wrapped canvas will be acceptable at any size because framing is not required. Must have minimum depth of 1.25 inches. Sides must be painted–either extend the painting to the sides or painted a solid color (no white/gesso or blank canvas on sides). Please include proper wiring and hardware. If you are concerned about your size of your entry please do not hesitate to contact us. Contact: Gwen@dutchartgallery.net or phone The Dutch Art Gallery at (214) 348-7350.

Art Entry Must Be Available To Sell and reflect your current standard pricing. Paintings that do not reflect the artists’ pricing structure may be disqualified. The Gallery shall receive a commission equal to 50 percent (50%) of the retail price on each work sold.

Acceptance: All of the above items must be met to be considered for acceptance into this juried show. The initial jury process with the DAG Gallery Owners will review Art Entry Submissions for the above criteria. Be sure to provide the best lighting in capturing your Art Entry. Small thumbnails, rough or hard to see images will automatically be rejected. Entry fee is nonrefundable.

NOTE: If you are not familiar with juried shows, please read this section. There is no guarantee of acceptance upon entering a juried show. You may have one, two, none or all pieces accepted. Acceptance is solely at the discretion of the jury panel. Many factors come into play in this decision including the quality of the work, providing a broad range of styles and media, also a providing a broad range of subject matter. Due to the volume of entries, you will not receive a critique of your work whether accepted or rejected. Once the accepted work is hung in the gallery, the judges (two to three) will then evaluate the work for first, second and third places.

JURIED SHOW IMPORTANT DATES:

DECEMBER
24 | Sat | Last full day of show (gallery closes early and remains closed until January 2nd, 2025)

JANUARY
02-04 | Thurs-Sat | Painting Pick-Up. Local artists may pick up unsold work at Dutch Art Gallery and will not be subject to shipping charges. Unsold works will begin being shipped back to artists in original boxes. We are closed Christmas Day through Wednesday, January 1st.

UPON ACCEPTANCE:
Art Entry. Art entry may only be exhibited in the medium(s) in which they were accepted.

Goody Bag.
SPECIAL REQUEST: The first (around 25) patrons through the door on the official opening day on Saturday, November 9th receive a special gift bag that includes a miniature (no larger than 5″x7″) original artwork by our show artists. Though it is not required, we would ask that you donate ONE (more if you feel inspired) small original piece for the gift bags. This needs to arrive at the gallery by Wednesday, November 6th. Artists and artist’s family are not eligible for the gift bags.

Agree to Showcase Standard Framing Per Show Agreement. Artist agrees to allow Gallery to place frames on the Artist’s standard sized works (without glass) (5×7, 6×8, 8×10, 9×12, 11×14, 12×16, 16×20, 20×24, 18×24, 24×36) for display purposes with the understanding that all proceeds pertaining to said framing belongs to the Gallery. All framing on nonstandard sized pieces or on those requiring glass is the sole responsibility of the artist. All frames that do not belong to the gallery, standard or otherwise, MUST be approved through photo submission The Gallery offers custom framing at a discount to Artists should you choose to keep the framing for standard size works.

Delivery Of Work. Agree to pay for delivery and return shipping of your accepted work. Work MUST be received by Saturday, October 26th prior to 5pm (CST). Artists are responsible for international shipping damage/issues. Any return shipping will begin approximately January 2nd, 2025. If accepted, you will receive a Contract Form and Inventory Form to fill out and sign. A printout of each should be included with your work.

Paperwork to Include with Artwork Delivery. Index Card, Contract Form, Inventory Form and Artist Statement for each piece. Additional details will be provided in your acceptance email. Index card should have the following details: Title, Artist Name, Size, Framed or Unframed, Media, Retail Price (If non-standard size, frame price to be included separate from artwork price. Frame must be approved by Gallery.), and Artist Statement specific to each accepted piece that gives insight about your creation process or the meaning behind the work. Prices on online submission form, inventory form and Index cards MUST MATCH. Email us if you must change a price from your submitted entry amount upon acceptance. If you change a price, all paperwork must reflect that change when you deliver your accepted work. All forms must include your FULL ADDRESS where indicated, including State and Zip Code.

Acceptance Emails will be sent (barring unforeseen circumstances) approximately Thursday, October 10th end of day. Acceptance email will include a group listing of all accepted work. Artists not accepted will be emailed separately. Accepted entries list will be released on the website at approximately the same time. Promotional materials will be sent in a follow-up email.

Jury Panel Review. Score sheets will be used. Judges will score based on the following 3 categories: Creativity and originality of the work; Quality of artistic composition; Overall design and overall impression.

Opening Reception and Awards Ceremony on Saturday, November 9th, 11 am to 5 pm. Award Announcements at 2 pm. First approximately 25 guests will receive a goody bag with participating artist miniatures. Participating artists and their immediate family are not eligible to receive the goody bags.

NO PERSONAL PROMOTIONS W/ARTIST CONTACT INFORMATION WILL BE ALLOWED FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE RECEPTION.
Accepted artists will be provided with graphic invitations to use for their personal Facebook, Instagram and email accounts. The show will be advertised online, in social media and press releases sent to local publications. All accepted work will be showcased on our website and featured on our Facebook Page at some point during the run of the show.

Registration Fee and Art Entry Submission Form

Please pay your entry fee and fill out your registration of your entry below. Each entry will require a separate form.

NOTE: The fee covers for a maximum of 3 NEW art entries per artist. Artwork must have been produced in 2023-2024 calendar years, nothing older will be considered–you will be asked to verify this on the submission form. Entries must not have been submitted in previous Dutch Art Gallery Juried Shows. A written statement MUST accompany each entry. If your work is accepted, your acceptance email will include your contract, inventory sheet and delivery details. Thank you in advance and we look forward to viewing your entries.

Pay $55 Registration Fee

Art Entry Submission Form