MASKS ~ An Art Show

Hardy & Nance Studios is pleased to announce our Call for Entries for "MASKS" an art event that will be on display Saturday, October 18th, 2025, from 5 to 10 pm. This call for entries is open to all artists in Houston and surrounding areas working in 2D & 3D media.

THEME:   2D & 3D mask related art or costumery (functional or decorative) (photography, paintings, & sculptures) that explore themes of identity, transformation, disguise, ceremony, tradition, secret society, uniform, celebration, cultural incorporation, and all the ways masks have been used for thousands of years and in contemporary applications. ("Unfinished/conceptual" submissions are also allowed)

MEDIUM: No loose glitter or confetti. If using these mediums, they must be completely adhered/sealed to the surface in a manner that it will not fall off or transfer to other artwork. No AI generated artwork will be accepted. No bodily fluids.

SIZE RESTRICTIONS: 2D wall hanging work cannot exceed 40 inches on any side (including frame if applicable). 3D stand alone work must fit through a standard doorway.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE:

Artists can submit images and information for up to 6 pieces no later than Tuesday October 7th, 2025 at 11:59pm. This is a curated show, so some pieces may not be chosen.

Image files no larger than 2MB. Images must be labeled Last Name, First Name, Title. (ex. Smith_John_Untitled1.jpg)

• All notifications of acceptance will be sent via email on/by October 9th, 2024.

ART SHOW FEE:

The entry fee for this show is $15 cash per accepted piece, due at drop off. If entry fee is not brought during drop off, we cannot accept art. Price breaks will be offered for multiple pieces.

There is no fee to submit images for consideration.

There is NO commission fee involved and therefore artists are required to handle all sales transactions whether in person or electronically. Be sure to have Square, Paypal, Venmo, or other application to take credit card sales. If an artist is unable to handle any sales transactions, Hardy & Nance Studios is happy to facilitate the sale on your behalf for a 20% stipend to cover processing & handling fees.

THE IMPORTANT STUFF:

1. All artwork must be original by the artist and cannot have been previously shown in the Hardy & Nance Gallery.

2. Size Restrictions:  2D wall hanging work cannot exceed 40 inches on any side. 3D stand alone work must fit through a standard doorway.

3. Medium:  Please no loose glitter or confetti. If using these mediums, they must be completely adhered to the surface in a manner that it will not fall off.

4. Hanging Hardware:  All artwork must be dry and ready for hanging. We prefer wall hung artwork to be wired, as this gives us the most options for hanging. (Sawtooth hangers, D-rings, key-holes, etc. are accepted if wiring is not possible and will damage the artwork or frame.) No loose paper. All paper must be mounted or framed.

5. Labeling:  All pieces should be labeled on the back with: Artist’s Name & Title of the piece.

6. Drop-off:  Accepted artwork needs to be delivered on Sunday, October 12th (2pm-5pm) & Monday, October 13th (5:00p-7:30p) WITHOUT EXCEPTION. Delivery accepted through Door G entrance.

7. Entry Fee:  $15 CASH ONLY per accepted piece. (Price breaks will be offered for multiple pieces!) There is not an ATM close to the studio so plan accordingly.

8. Pick-up:  All artwork MUST be claimed/picked up at the end of the show - October 18th at 10:00pm or Monday, October 20th: 5:00-7:00pm. Any art left behind will be considered abandoned and done with as H&N Studios sees fit.

• Curators reserve the right not to hang work that isn’t properly wired and/or does not meet the requirements as specified above, or for any unforeseen issue.

Please click 'Next Page' to fill out the Submission Form and Upload your images on the next page.

Please use the following format when labeling all files before uploading:   LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg (ex. Smith_John_BWLandscape.jpg)

* IMPORTANT * - DO NOT leave an empty space in the file name or it will not upload properly. Please use an Undersore _ in place of a space.

Please use the following format when labeling all files before uploading:   LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg (ex. Smith_John_BWLandscape.jpg)

Please use the following format when labeling all files before uploading:   LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg (ex. Smith_John_BWLandscape.jpg)

Please use the following format when labeling all files before uploading:   LastName_FirstName_Title.jpg (ex. Smith_John_BWLandscape.jpg)

If you experience issues with the form not submitting, please double check that all required fields are filled out and that your image files sizes are 2MB or less. The most common reason for the form error is because the file sizes are too large. You can use a free, online image optimizer to reduce file sizes.

If you have any questions, please email artcuratorhn@gmail.com or call 713-360-8503