September 1st marks the beginning a new membership year at Blue Ridge Arts Center and our Annual Members’ Show is the first gallery show of the new year. It is open to anyone who becomes a member or renews their membership. Each new/renewing member is invited to submit 1-2 original pieces of art executed by the artist within the last two years and not previously shown at Blue Ridge Arts Center. This show is FREE for BRAC Members! There is no theme or special requirements, we just want to see what our members have been up to and what they are creating!
This is an ‘open’ show – all submitted works will be displayed. Entries must be registered ONLINE no later than 5pm on Thursday, September 12, 2024. Artwork must then be dropped off at Blue Ridge Arts Center on Friday, September 13 (1-4pm) or Saturday, September 14 (Noon-3pm). Also consider, staying for our annual members’ meeting which starts at 3pm on Saturday.
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NEW! ARTWORK BACKSTORIES
We would like to give viewers a peek behind the artwork and a chance to appreciate it on a deeper level. Artists have the option to include a brief, 100-word (or less) backstory with each of their submissions. From those received, a selection will be posted with their related artworks in the gallery. All backstories will be included in a notebook available to visitors at the show.
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Eligibility
- Open to Blue Ridge Arts Center members (join or renew your membership when signing up for the show)
- Artists may submit 1-2 original works created in the last 2 years, which have not previously been exhibited in any Blue Ridge Arts Center gallery.
2024-2025 Membership Levels
- Individual Membership: $40
- Family Membership: $50
- Student Membership: $30
Membership fees are non-refundable and due at time of registration. Proceeds fund BRAC operating expenses.
Media
Any 2D or 3D media which meet the following criteria is welcome:
- Gallery-wrapped canvases which are over 1” thick, may be unframed, but all edges must be painted and canvas must be wired for hanging.
- All other 2D work must be securely framed and wired for hanging (no sawtooth hangers).
- 3D work must sit solidly on a pedestal/floor or be securely mounted & wired for hanging.
- Artwork must require no assembly
- Jewelry must be presented in a shadow box.
Exhibition Timeline
Online Entry Deadline:
Thursday, September 12 (5pm)
Artwork Drop Off:
Friday, September 13 (1-4pm)
Saturday, September 14 (Noon-3pm)
Show on Display:
September 20 – October 25, 2024
Opening Reception:
Friday, September 20 (5:30-7pm)
Closing Reception:
Friday, October 25 (5:30-7pm)
Artwork Pick-up:
Friday, October 25 (7pm)
Saturday, October 26 (10am-4pm)
No early pick-up is allowed. Artwork left longer than 30 days after designated pick-up becomes the property of the Arts Center.
Promotional Release
Artists grant BRAC and its successors the right to photograph their artwork for use in advertising BRAC both online and in print. Photos will not be sold.
Sales
Artists may offer their work for sale. BRAC will retain a 35% sales commission. Work must remain for the duration of the show. No early pick-ups.