ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

Shaped by memory, emotion, and place, each artist's vision reimagines the familiar. Artworks submitted for the “My Point of View” exhibition should consider how personal vision transforms the familiar, inviting the artist, and in turn the viewer, to reflect on how their own experiences shape the way they see and understand the world.

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THE JURORS

Artworks for the exhibition will be selected by two outstanding jurors:

• Tracy Bartley

• Danny Sánchez

​Click HERE to see the juror bios.

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ELIGIBILITY AND ENTRY

• Open to current Artists Council members only.

• Artwork previously exhibited at the Artists Center is not eligible.​

• Two (2) artworks per member may be submitted. For this juried exhibition only the highest scored piece will be eligible for display.​

• Scores are determined based on the jurors assessment of the artists' response to the theme, artistic excellence, technical mastery, and originality of concept.

• Top-scoring entries (approximately 120 artworks) will be exhibited.

 

Entry Fee

• $45 per artwork submitted.

• Entry fees are non-refundable under all circumstances.

• Payment must be made online via major credit card through the application form.

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To enter this Exhibition & Sale, please read the information below, and then continue to the end of this document to submit your entry.

 

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

General Requirements

• Artwork must be original and available for sale.

• Sale price must be between $300 and $8,000.

• Sales proceeds will be divided 50/50 between the artist and the Artists Council.

• Applicable sales tax will be added to the purchase price and paid by the buyer.

• Artists must provide a written artwork description for exhibition materials.
  Describe your artwork carefully as it will be used by the jurors in their review of
  your entry and it will be printed in the exhibition listing available in the gallery.

• Artwork may be either 2D or 3D in any medium.

• If Artificial Intelligence (AI) was used in the creation process, artists must disclose
  its use during submission. AI usage will be noted on the artwork label

 

2D Artwork Requirements

• Maximum weight: 50 pounds

• Maximum framed dimensions: 72” high × 48” wide

• Works on paper must be protected by glass or Plexiglas.

• Artwork must be clean, undamaged, and professionally presented.

• Work must arrive ready for installation using:

  • Wire

  • D-rings

  • Sawtooth hangers or another secure hanging system

  • Contact the Artists Council in advance if you are unsure whether your
    hanging method is acceptable.

 

3D Artwork Requirements

• Maximum weight: 150 pounds

• Maximum dimensions: 72” high × 36” wide × 36” deep

• Artwork must be delivered ready for display.

• Artists are responsible for transportation and installation.

• Artists must ensure work fits through gallery access points.

• Oversized work may be rejected at intake.

• Up to two images may be uploaded for each 3D artwork submission.

 

Not Accepted
The following will NOT be accepted:

• Video works

• Ceiling-hung artwork

• Electrified artwork

 

EXHIBITION POLICIES

• Accepted artwork must remain on display for the duration of the exhibition.

• Artwork may not be withdrawn or substituted once accepted.

• Online pricing by artist must match the exhibition sale price.

• Each exhibiting artist is required to complete one 3-hour Artist Host volunteer
  shift during the exhibition.

• Exhibition placement and curatorial decisions are final

 

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Please review all submission information carefully before submitting.

• Artists may edit submissions until the submission deadline.

• No changes may be made after submissions close.

• Instructions for editing entries is included in the submission confirmation email.

• Please verify:

  • Artwork title

  • Artist name

  • Dimensions

  • Pricing

  • Media

  • Artwork description

 

IMPORTANT DATES

Submission Deadline
Thursday, September 3, 2026 — 4:00 PM PST
 

Artist Notification
Tuesday, September 21, 2026 by email
 

Artwork Drop-Off
Monday October 5, 2026 — 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
 

Exhibition Opens
Wednesday October 7, 2026 — 10:00 AM
 

Opening Reception
Thursday, October 8, 2026 — 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
 

Exhibition Closes
Sunday, November 8, 2026 — 4:00 PM
 

Pickup of Unsold Artwork
Sunday, November 8, 2026 — 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
No early pickup permitted.

 

ART DELIVERY & PICKUP
Artwork must be hand-delivered by the artist or an authorized representative to the
Artists Center, 72-567 Hwy 111, Palm Desert, California.

Delivery Policies

• Only accepted artwork may be delivered.

• No substitutions will be permitted.

• Shipped artwork will not be accepted.

• The Artists Center cannot provide special handling assistance.

 

The Artists Council reserves the right to refuse artwork that:

• does not match the submitted image.

• fails to meet presentation standards.

• violates exhibition policies.

• includes prohibited content.

• or does not comply with this prospectus.

 

Sold Artwork

• Buyers are responsible for artwork pickup, shipping arrangements, and all related
  expenses.

 

Unclaimed Artwork

• Unclaimed artwork will be held for a maximum of 30 days after the exhibition
  closes.

• Storage space is limited and unsecured.

• The Artists Council is not responsible for damage to unclaimed work.

• After 30 days, unclaimed artwork becomes property of the Artists Council.

• Unclaimed work may be sold or donated to charity.

• If sold, 100% of proceeds will support Artists Council programs and activities.

 

LIABILITY & IMAGE RELEASE
By submitting artwork, the artist acknowledges and agrees that they:

• have read and accepted all conditions outlined in this prospectus.

• grant permission for submitted artwork images to be used for promotional and
  marketing purposes.

• are solely responsible for insuring their artwork.

• release the Artists Council, Artists Center, staff, volunteers, and affiliated representatives from liability for loss or damage to artwork, however caused.

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QUESTIONS?
For membership information or exhibition inquiries:
Email: info@artistscouncil.com
For more information about the Artists Council:
Artists Council Website

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Click  HERE  to submit your entry.

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