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PROSPECTUS

Artists Council 2025

“Fun + Games” Exhibition & Sale

Artists Center 

72-567 Hwy 111 in Palm Desert, California

May 28 through June 29, 2025

 

Let's dive into some fun with the final exhibition of the 2024-2025 season: "Fun + Games"! This playful showcase will highlight the whiimsical creativity of all our members. All mediums are allowed. Please read this prospectus carefully for important instructions.

 

TO ENTER:

  • Submit your artwork to this show by clicking HERE.

  • Up to 2 artworks per applicant will be accepted into the show; a second piece is optional.

  • Entry fee for this in-person show: $45 for 1 piece and $45 for the second entry. Fees will not be refunded after submission -- no exceptions!

  • Pay with a major credit card via the online application form accessible from the link above.

  • The show is non-juried, but only the first 110 artworks submitted will be accepted.

 

IMPORTANT DATES:

  • Submission Deadline: Thursday, May 8, 2025, at 4 pm. NOTE:  Submissions will close early if we reach the maximum number of 110 entries!

  • Drop Off: Tuesday, May 27, 2025, 9 am to 11 am, at the Artists Center (Please note that Monday is a holiday, so take-in for this particular exhibition is on a Tuesday!)

  • Show Opens: Wednesday, May 28, 2025, 10 am

  • Opening Reception: Thursday, May 29, 2025, 5:00 - 7:00 pm

  • Show Closes: Sunday, June 29, 2025, 4 pm

  • Pick Up of Unsold Works: Sunday, June 29, 2025, 2 pm to 4 pm (please be on time, as the building closes at 4 pm and won’t be open again until September!!). We also are planning an "End of Season Social" during the pick-up hours from 2 pm to 4 pm.

 

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

You must be a member of the Artists Council to enter. You will be able to join as a member, or renew an expired membership, inside the submission form (see the link above).

 

Artwork must be:

  • Wall-hung work must be no larger than 60” high x 48” wide, or smaller than 12” x 12”.

  • Three-dimensional artwork cannot exceed 150 pounds or 72” high by 36” wide by 36” deep and must be delivered ready for display.

  • Works that do not meet these size requirements may be rejected on intake.

  • Artwork is limited to 2- and 3-dimensional work. No video work can be accepted at this time.

  • The Artists Council does not accept AI-created artwork.

  • Unframed canvas must be gallery wrapped.

  • Works on canvas or other materials must be finished on the edges.

  • Make sure your work is clean and wiped down before dropping it off.

  • You can make online changes to your entry up to the submission deadline. To update your entry, click on the green OPEN FORM button found in your email confirmation of acceptance into the exhibition. We recommend you keep your confirmation available until after entires close, in case you want to make a last-minute change. 

  • Ready for hanging or installation and professionally presented.

 

Additional Requirements:

  • All works on photo paper must be protected by glass or Plexiglass.

  • Artwork must be ready for hanging with wire, sawtooth hanger, or cleat.

  • No fees will be refunded after submission.

  • Artwork cannot have been on display at the Artists Center in a previous show.

  • Artwork will hang for the entirety of the show, unless it is sold, and the buyer elects to take it with him/her at the time of purchase.


Drop Off:

  • Artwork must be delivered to the Artists Center in Palm Desert by the artist or his/her agent.

  • Artwork shipped to the Artists Center will not be accepted.

  • The Artists Council cannot provide special handling for artwork.

 

Pricing, Sales, and Pick Up:

  • Artwork must be available for sale.

  • Sale price must be between $250 and $8,000.

  • The artwork’s price must be the same as on your website or otherwise promoted.

  • Proceeds from any sale (excluding sales tax) will be split 50-50 between the artist and the Artists Council (to support programs and operations).

  • Buyers are responsible for picking up the artwork they purchase and for any shipping and all associated expenses for artwork after purchase. Sales tax will be added to the sale price and paid by the buyer. If the buyer is not in town to pick up his/her work on Sunday, June 29, 2025, the artist will be expected to assist with pick up and shipment/delivery.

  • The artist or his/her agent is responsible for picking up or shipping unsold works.

 

LEGAL AGREEMENT:

By submitting to the Artists Council’s “Fun + Games” Exhibition & Sale, the artist acknowledges and agrees that he/she:

  • Has read and agrees to all conditions of entry.

  • Releases rights for use of images of his/her artwork in any Artists Council promotional and marketing materials.

  • Is responsible for insurance for his/her artwork. Neither the Artists Council and its officers, directors, staff, or volunteers; nor anyone connected with the “Fun + Games” Show & Sale will be responsible for loss or damage to artwork, however caused. All exhibiting artists will be required to sign a liability waiver at the time of submission (online).

  • The Artists Council reserves the right to refuse any artwork that is not of acceptable quality, does not match the submitted entry image, or does not meet framing or finishing criteria, or any other requirements stated above.

 

QUESTIONS?

If you have membership or questions about the exhibition, please contact the Artists Council at info@artistscouncil.com. For information about the Artists Council, go to our website at artistscouncil.com.

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