CALL FOR ARTISTS - 2026 MAC Members' Show
The Mobile Arts Council (MAC) will feature works by our Artist Members for the months of July and August 2026. Artwork can be 2D or 3D, as well as audio/video. Artists may submit up to two pieces of work that are no larger than 3'x6' in area total (combined). Artists with more than one entry are subject to have a piece juried out, depending on the number of entries received. All submissions must be digitally entered online by 11:59 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 1ST! This exhibition is made possible by the National Endowment for the Arts.
QUALIFICATIONS
2D works must be equipped to hang with a wire, sawtooth hanger, etc. (something that is compatible with our hanging system). MAC takes a 20% commission on all art sales. Works do not have to be for sale. All works entered must NOT have been on display at MAC previously. Works must remain on display through Friday, August 28th. In celebration of The United States of America's 250th anniversary, please submit at least one piece that demonstrates what American independence means to you.
DROP OFF
We will follow up with all applicants via email with juried results on Monday, June 15th. Artwork drop off will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, July 1st and 2nd from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at MAC's gallery @ Room 1927 (6 South Joachim Street).
ARTWALK
Artists are strongly requested to be present for the ArtWalk reception and awards ceremony on Friday, August 14th at 6:30 p.m. The show's opening reception will be during July ArtWalk on Friday, July 10th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
TAKEDOWN
Works must remain on display through Friday, August 28th. Take down will take place Saturday, August 29th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
PRIZES
Best in Show – $500 & winning piece featured in MAC 2027 exhibition schedule 2nd Place – $300 3rd Place – $250 Dempsey & Litchfield Award (painting, photography, or drawing specifically focused on the greater-Mobile area) – $200 Members’ Choice Award – $150 Honorable Mention – $75 Honorable Mention – $75
ARTIST INFORMATION
Images submitted must be high quality, centered, cropped appropriately, free from glare, and absent of anything that will detract from the artwork itself. We will follow up with all applicants via email with juried results on Monday, June 15th. If you have any additional questions, email Sydney Cramer at scramer@mobilearts.org.
Artist Name (First & Last Name)
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Artist Phone Number
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I certify that I am a member of the Mobile Arts Council? (Membership is required for participation.) Copy link for membership application: https://mobilearts.app.neoncrm.com/forms/membership
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I hereby certify that each entry is my original work, and that they are not copied from another artist, internet image, magazine or book illustration or other artwork that was not originally mine. I further give my permission for publication of this work for publicity and archival purposes only, both in print and on-line, with the understanding that I will be credited. The Mobile Arts Council is not responsible for loss, damage or breakage
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Entry #1
Only two entries per artist are allowed. All fields are required per entry.
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Price (put "NFS" if not for sale)
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Browse Files
Upload a clear high quality image of the artwork here. If photographing a 3/D image, please have a solid/neutral backdrop. If photographing a 2/D image, please make sure the picture is centered, cropped appropriately, free from glare, and free from anything that would detract from the artwork itself.
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Entry #2
Only two entries per artist is allowed. All fields are required per entry. (Put N/A in all fields if you are only planning on one submission.)
Title
Medium
Price (Put "NFS" if not for sale)
Dimensions (LxWxH)
Upload Image File
Browse Files
Upload a clear high quality image of the artwork here. If photographing a 3/D image, please have a solid/neutral backdrop. If photographing a 2/D image, please make sure the picture is centered, cropped appropriately, free from glare, and free from anything that would detract from the artwork itself.
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By signing here, I acknowledge all requirements and expectations as outlined in the Mobile Arts Council Solo Exhibition Agreement.
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