1. Eligibility
1.1 This exhibition welcomes works from artists of diverse cultural backgrounds across all mediums, as long as they meet the dimensional and safety requirements listed in the submission requirements.
1.2 By submitting, the artist confirms they are the creator and owner of the work and have the legal right to submit it.
2. Originality and Rights
2.1 All submitted artworks must be original and created by the submitting artist.
2.2 The work must not infringe on any copyright, trademark, or intellectual property rights of others.
2.3 The artist retains full copyright to their work.
3. License to Display
3.1 By submitting, the artist grants the organizer a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to:
-Display the artwork for the purpose of judging and exhibition (digital or physical)
-Use images of the work in promotional materials related to the call, including social media, catalogs, and press releasese.
3.2 The artist will be credited whenever their work is used.
4. Submission Requirements
4.1 Size Requirements
2D Artwork (Painting, Drawing, Printmaking, Photography, Mixed Media, Fiber, etc.)
-Maximum height: 60 inches
-Maximum length: 60 inches
-Must be ready to hang with proper hardware (D-Rings, wire or secure alternative).
-Works on paper must be framed or mounted unless otherwise approved.
3D Artwork: Must be able to safely fit on a pedestal without falling, or sit directly on the floor. Stability of the artwork is paramount to the safety of our guests and our exhibit space.
4.2 Artists must submit the following for consideration:
1. High quality images (JPEG or PNG)
2. Artwork Details: Title, medium, dimensions, (HxWxD).
3. Artist Statement (100-200 words recommended)
4. Short Artist bio (50-100 words) describing the submitted artwork.
4.3 Late or incomplete submissions may be discqualified
5. Selection Process
5.1 Selection will be made by the organizer.
5.2 Decisions are final and cannot be appealed.
5.3 The organizer reserves the right not to select any works if submissions do not meet the required standards
6. Exhibition and Display Conditions
6.1 Selected artists agree to have their works exhibited in the format described in the open call.
6.2 Physical works must be delivered ready to install unless specified otherwise.
6.3 The artist is responsible for costs related to shipping, insurance or customs unless the call states otherwise.
7. Liability
7.1 The organizer and curator will take reasonable care but is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to submitted artworks.
7.2 Artists are encouraged to insure their works independently if required.
7.3 Artists assume all liability for the artwork, damage to the artwork, and any incidental injury caused by the artwork to the patrons of the gallery space during the run of the show.
7.4 Artists agree to hold harmless the Wallace Hall House, the Mansfield Commission for the Arts, and it's staff, curator Heidi Tournoux, along with any volunteers that are associated with this show.
8. Withdrawal & Changes
8.1 The organizer reserves the right to update or modify the exhibition details or timelines.
8.2 Artists may withdraw their submission at least one week prior to the opening of the exhibition, but must notify the organizers in writing to the curator or organizer at the email address listed on the first page of this artist call.
9. Fees
9.1 There is a $10 non-refundable submission fee for this exhibition.
10. Personal Data
10.1 By submitting, artists consent to the collection and use of personal date for purposes related to the call.
10.2 Data will not be shared with third parties except as required for exhibition or promotional purposes.
11. Sales & Commission
11.1 All artworks submitted for exhibition must included a retail sale price provided by the artist.
11.2 The artist agrees that the Mansfield Commission for the Arts will retain 30% of the final sale price as commission for any artworks sold during the exhibition, or as direct result of the exhibition (including sales 30 days after the exhibition's closing).
11.3 The artist will recieve 70% of the final sale price. Payments will be issued to the artist within a reasonable timeframe after the completion of the exhibition and confirmation of the payment from the buyer.
11.4 Prices cannot be changed after submission unless approved by the curator in writing.
11.5 Mansfield Commission for the Arts will manage all sales transactions with buyers and will collect applicable taxes if required by law.
11.6 Any shipping or transport costs for sold artworks are the sole responsibility of the buyer unless otherwise arranged.
12. Acceptance of Terms
12.1 By Submitting work, the artist confirms that they have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.