There will be no jury process associated with this exhibit; this is an open invitation exhibit for Interior Alaskan artists 18 and older, Doyon Region. Works must be no larger than 12 inches in any direction; this includes the size of the frame or base. This exhibit consists of a buy, take, and replace model. All works on display must be available for purchase. A buyer will take the work immediately upon payment. Artists will be contacted and asked to bring a replacement when their work is sold. Replacements are not required but are preferred.
If you have a question about whether your work is suitable for entry, contact gallery@fairbanksarts.org.
ENTRY FEE:
Online Registration before Thursday, October 29 at 11: 59 p.m.: $5 per piece. Limited to five (5) entries. Current Fairbanks Arts members at the “Artist” ($75) level or higher receive a fee waiver on the third entry only.
Day of Registration on Sunday, November 1 from 12-4 p.m.: $6 per piece. Limited to five (5) entries. No fee waiver. Make checks payable to Fairbanks Arts Association.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
- Submitting an entry constitutes agreement on the part of the artist to all conditions in this prospectus. Work found in violation of these terms and conditions will be removed from the exhibition.
- Selected entries remain on view through 6 p.m., Saturday, November 28, 2026, unless purchased.
- Art will be removed from the gallery upon purchase. The artist will be contacted and asked to bring a replacement when their work is sold. Replacements are not required but are preferred.
- PLEASE NOTE: Due to the volume of sales during the exhibition, artists will not be provided with information about individuals who purchase their artwork.
- Entries will be handled with the utmost care and are insured against damage and loss for the duration of the exhibit. Fairbanks Arts is not responsible for minor wear resulting from normal handling.
- Artwork should be photographed or digitally copied before submission. If the artwork sells before being photographed or copied, Fairbanks Arts will release it to the buyer, not the artist. Fairbanks Arts Association retains a 35% commission on all exhibit sales.
- Fairbanks Arts is not liable for any damages from insufficient display materials or unsecured elements.
- Works will be considered Fairbanks Arts property if left in the care of Fairbanks Arts for more than 45 days after the determined pickup day, Sunday, November 29, 2026. During this period, three (3) attempts will be made to contact the artist (phone and email); if no communication is established during these attempts, the artwork is automatically considered abandoned and becomes Fairbanks Arts property without further notice.
- The Bear Gallery is located in the Centennial Center for the Arts, a Fairbanks North Star Borough facility within Alaskaland. This is a family-friendly facility that receives visitors of all ages from all over the world. As such, Fairbanks Arts Association retains the right to refuse the exhibition of artworks containing violence, inappropriate language, political, or religious motifs that are ill-suited for the borough facility. Artworks with discriminatory content will not be exhibited. If exhibitions contain nudity or profanity, a sign will be posted by the Gallery entrance alerting visitors of such instances. If you have questions or concerns about the content of your work being suitable for the Bear Gallery, please contact gallery@fairbanksarts.org.
- Disqualified artwork is not eligible for a refund on the artwork’s entry fee.
CODE OF CONDUCT:
- Fairbanks Arts Association does not discriminate against any individual due to age, gender, race, religion, skin color, national origin, sexual orientation, or ability.
- Individuals opting to participate in Fairbanks Arts Association-produced events and opportunities are asked to adhere to professional conduct that respects the dignity and safety of our diverse communities. "Professional conduct" is defined here as communicating with and behaving toward Fairbanks Arts Association staff, volunteers, contractors, and fellow event participants in a way free of harassment, intimidation, and/or discrimination.
- Violations may result in removal from the event and possible disqualification from future FAA events.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA:
- Entries are limited to five (5), must be submitted by the artist, and paid in full.
- Works must be no larger than 12 inches in any direction; this includes the size of the frame or base.
- Artists must be 18 years or older to enter and must reside in the Interior of Alaska, Doyon Region.
- Artwork submission is open to the following categories: painting, drawing, ceramics, print, sculpture, mixed media, photography, glass, jewelry, and fiber.
- Original/prints of original artwork only. Work must reflect the submitting artist’s unique creative effort.
- No kits. No imitations or exact reproductions of other artists’ original work; including masterworks and published works with no named artist. No uses of copyrighted characters (e.g. Disney). No fanart.
- No use of generative AI (e.g. Using prompts to create all or part of an image).
- Hanging hardware must follow the guidelines listed in “Hardware/Display Instructions.”
- Work must be professionally presented and ready for display at Intake: It has appropriate hardware, is touch-dry, stable, adhesives are cured, and does not shed, deteriorate, or produce odors.
- See “Terms and Conditions” for content guidelines.
- Artwork that does not follow prospectus guidelines is ineligible for exhibit. Please contact gallery@fairbanksarts.org or 907-251-8386, option 3, if you have questions about whether your artwork is eligible for exhibit.
HARDWARE/DISPLAY INSTRUCTIONS:
- All wall-hung artwork (excluding quilts) MUST have a secure metal wire hanger attached with metal hardware. Artwork with insecure hardware will not be allowed in the exhibition.
- If your work cannot be wired, consider using a display stand.
- Quilts and other soft wall-hung artwork must have 2 inch-wide velcro stitched across the entire top.
- Banned hanging hardware: Sawtooth, triangle, Command Strip, tape, string, loops. Using these will result in denial of entry, and any art accidentally accepted with this hardware will be disqualified from the exhibition.
- Bases/stands for 3D artwork must be stable and structurally sound.
- Unusual hanging mechanisms must be approved by Fairbanks Arts before Intake Day. Please email gallery@fairbanksarts.org or call 907-251-8386, option 3.
CALENDAR:
| Date |
Time |
Description |
| Thursday, Oct. 29 |
11:59 p.m. |
DEADLINE to complete online registration |
| Sunday, Nov. 1 |
12 - 4 p.m. |
Artwork Intake ($6 per entry) |
| Friday, Nov. 6 |
5 - 7 p.m. |
First Friday Opening |
| Nov. 6 - Nov. 28 |
12 - 6 p.m., Mon. - Sat. |
Gallery Open Hours |
| Sunday, Nov. 29 |
10 - 11 p.m. |
Artwork Pick Up |