ABOUT THE EXHIBITION:

"Wrap It Up" is the final exhibition of the calendar year featuring bold work, fresh perspectives and art worth taking home. This lively showcase brings together both traditional and contemporary works to close out the year in style.

 

Artists are encouraged to create and price work with holiday gift-giving in mind.  For this special holiday exhibition, the minimum price point has been lowered to $250. We look forward to seeing your entries.

 

To help ease some of the pressures of the holiday season, artists may also submit works that have previously been exhibited at the Artists Center.

 

ELIGIBILITY & ENTRY

• Open to current Artists Council members only.

• One (1) artwork per member may be submitted. 

• Exhibition is non-juried.

• Entries accepted on a first-come, first-served basis:

  • First 110 two-dimensional (2D) artworks​

  • First 20 three-dimenstional (3D) artworks

• Artwork previously exhibited at the Artists Center is eligible.

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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 informtion below and continue to the end of this document to submit your entry.

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ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

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General Requirements:​

• Artwork must be original and available for sale.

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

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

• Artists must provide a written artwork description for exhibition materials.

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

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

• Wall-hung work must be no larger than 72” high x 48” wide, and no smaller than 12” x 12”.

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

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2D Artwork Requirements:

• Maximum weight:  50 pounds.

• Maximum framed dimensions:  72" high x 48" wide

• Works on paper must be protected by glass or Plexiglass

• 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.

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3D Artwork Requirements:

• Maximum weight: 150 pounds

• Maximum dimensions:  72" high x 36" wide x 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.

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Not 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 the 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.

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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 artists to personally edit their entries is included in the submission confirmation email (please save this email!!).

• Please verify everything before you submit your entry:

  • artwork title​

  • artist name

  • dimensions

  • pricing

  • media

  • artwork description

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IMPORTANT DATES

      

• Submission Deadline:                                                                                                      Thursday, November 19, 2026, 4:00 pm (PST)                                                                    Submissions may close early once capacity is reached!

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• Artwork Drop-Off:                                                                                                                Monday, December 7, 2026 -- 9:00 am to 11:00 am, at the Artists Center 

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• Exhibition Opens:                                                                                                                  Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 10:00 am

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• Opening Reception:                                                                                                           

       Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5:00 to 7:00 pm

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• Exhibition Closes:

      Sunday, January 10, 2027, 4:00 pm

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• Pickup of Unsold Works:

      Sunday, January 10, 2027, 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.

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Sold Artwork:​

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

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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 any damage to unclaimed work.

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

• Unclaimed artwork by be sold or donated to charity.

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

 

LIABILITY & IMAGE RELEASE

By submitting artwork, the artist acknowledges and agrees that he/she:

• Has read and accepted all conditions outlined in the prospectus;

• Grants permission for submitted artwork images to be used for promotional and marketing purposes;

• Is soley responsible for insuring his/her artwork;

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

 

QUESTIONS?

For membership information or exhibition inquiries: 

Email:  info@artistscouncil.com.

For more information about the Artists Council, please visit our website at www.artistscouncil.com.

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Click HERE to submit your entry to "Wrap It Up"!

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