2026 Art Auction Entry Form

Art Auction Submission Form

Please complete all fields below. Participating artists will be announced on June 10 at kvie.org/artauction.
Artist's full name*
First and last name or how you prefer it written in promotional materials.
Artist's mailing address:*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Artist's phone number:*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Artist's email:*
example@example.com
Artist's website:
www.example.com
Artist's Instagram:
Include your handle so we can find you!
Artist's Facebook:
Include your handle so we can find you!
Name pronunciation (phonetic or rhyming cues are helpful):*
Preferred pronouns:*
i.e. he/him, she/her, they/them
I reside in CaliforniaNon-resident, but was born and/or educated in California
Artwork Information

We request that 2-D artwork is framed and ready to hang
Artwork title:*
Medium and materials:*
i.e. Oil on Canvas. Please submit only original artwork.
Dimensions:

2-D artwork must be 16" x 20" or larger in final size. 3-D artwork must be at least 12" in any dimension. 3-D artwork must be at least 12" in any dimension. Depth is only required for sculpture.
Dimensions*
Format (Inches) : Height x Width x Depth
Suggested retail value:*
Please base on history of past sales, if applicable.
Framing:*
Please select only one.
Gallery affiliations*
Please list all that apply and type "none" if non-affiliated.
ContemporaryFigurativeLandscapePhotographySculptureStill Life
Date completed:*
Must be within three years.
Upload photo of artwork (5MB limit): Preferred naming format: "Last Name_Title"*

Note: Accepted file formats include: jpg, jpeg, or png for images. Before proceeding here to upload, make sure your image is in one of these formats or your application may not be saved.
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Please provide brief statements about this piece.

If accepted, your artwork will be discussed on-air for approximately three minutes during the auction. Please provide information that will help the art expert speak about your piece alongside their own observations. Due to the limited time and conversational format, not all of your notes may be used, and the expert will highlight what is most relevant.
Statement #1: What inspired this piece of artwork?*
What inspired this piece, and what moment, idea, or feeling does it capture for you?
Statement #2: How was this piece created? Include materials, process, and anything unique about your approach.*
Statement #3: Share 1–3 highlights about yourself as an artist (background, exhibitions, awards, or what makes your work distinctive).*
Statement#4: Is there anything else that would help someone appreciate or understand this piece? (Optional)
Has this specific piece been exhibited publicly?*
If yes, where?
Please upload artist statement or resume (2 MB limit)

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How long have you been exhibiting art professionally?*
Has your art been in the PBS KVIE Art Auction before?*
Briefly list awards (may add details in your resume)
Any public exhibitions planned for October/November of this year?
Is your artwork included in any public or museum collections?
Voluntary Questionnaire

Northern California is rich in cultural diversity. PBS KVIE is committed to celebrating artists who reflect the community we serve. We invite all artists to voluntarily identify their gender and race/ethnicity by completing the questions below. Your answers to this Voluntary Demographic Questionnaire help us determine the success of our efforts. Your information will remain confidential and when reported will not identify specific individuals. Additionally, this information does not determine which artists are accepted into the art auction. Thank you for joining PBS KVIE in our commitment to diversity and inclusion!
How do you identify your gender?
If you selected another way, please share your preferred description.
What is your race/ethnicity?
If you selected Other, please share your preferred description.
PBS KVIE Art Auction Terms of Agreement
PBS KVIE reserves the right to refuse art at any time during the art auction process.

Due to FCC restrictions for on-air fundraising, revenue cannot be shared. Selected works are complete donations to PBS KVIE by the artist or private donor. If, for any reason the donated work is not auctioned, it will be retained by PBS KVIE and used for other charitable purposes. PBS KVIE takes all reasonable care in handling works of art; however, will not be held responsible for loss or damage. PBS KVIE reserves the right to photographically and electronically document any artwork accepted in the auction for use in catalogs, publications, publicity materials or for purposes deemed necessary to PBS KVIE Art Auction operations.

Handbook contains complete rules and guidelines and may be viewed or printed online.

Artists who win juror awards may have their name and town released to the media.

By submitting this form you hereby certify that all of the information submitted with this application is correct. You have read the PBS KVIE Art Auction Handbook and will accept and comply with the rules as written.
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Art Auction Submission Form

Artwork Information

Dimensions:

Please provide brief statements about this piece.

Voluntary Questionnaire

PBS KVIE Art Auction Terms of Agreement