48th Annual Undergraduate Juried Exhibition 2016

The Western Carolina University Fine Art Museum invites undergraduate students enrolled at WCU to submit work created during the 2015-2016 school year. The entry fee is $10.00.

Submissions may include up to twelve images (JPG format, 300dpi, minimum 8 inches at tallest or widest point), up to twelve audio files, up to six video files, with a maximum of twelve total samples. Accepted media categories include painting, drawing, sculpture, ceramics, printmaking, book arts, new media, and photography. All artwork must arrive ready to display. Two-dimensional or wall-mounted works must be equipped with D-rings or have alternative display methods approved in advance by FAM Director Denise Drury ([email protected]). Three-dimensional work must be able to stand alone or fit the museum's standard pedestals. Graphic design and 2-D prints must be submitted framed and ready for display. Web sites must include all files needed to view the work offline. Motion graphics and video must be saved as QuickTime files. Site-specific work must include a reference such as a photograph, maquette, or other symbol.

The exhibition runs April 4-29, 2016. Accepted work must be delivered by noon on March 29. Notification of acceptance occurs March 11. The opening reception and awards ceremony is April 21, 5-7pm. Artwork pickup is available May 2-6, 10am-4pm during museum hours. Awards include cash prizes in each media category, a Chancellor's Award, College of Fine & Performing Arts Dean's Purchase Award, and Best in Show. The juror is J. Richard Gruber, Ph.D., former director of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. A 20% donation is requested on all sales of artwork during the exhibition. The Fine Art Museum carries insurance on artwork while on display and in transit.