64 ARTS

64 ARTS is celebrating its 14th year as a national juried exhibition showcasing visual artwork from artists across the United States. The exhibition promotes the importance of the arts in the Warren County community and surrounding region.

The non-refundable entry fee is $30 per artist for up to three pieces of artwork (one image per piece). This exhibition is open to artists working in all mediums. Works must be original and created in the last two years. Works created under the direction of an instructor or derived from copyrighted images will not be accepted. Works previously exhibited at the Buchanan Center for the Arts will not be accepted. Hanging work may not exceed 40 lbs. per unit and are limited to 50" (including frame) in either direction. Three-dimensional work should not exceed 75 lbs. or 60" in any direction. All two-dimensional works on paper must be framed and under plexiglass. Glass is acceptable for works under 14" in any direction. Frames and mattes must be museum quality, clean, and in good condition. Wiring must be in good condition and substantial enough to support the weight of the artwork. Sawtooth hangers are acceptable for works 14"x14" or under only.

Entry deadline is June 1. Notification via email will be sent July 1. Artwork is due by August 27. The exhibition runs September 6 – October 28, with artwork returns November 1-11. Awards include Mary Jane Twomey Best of Show ($1,000), Lonnie Eugene Stewart Purchase Award ($1,000), and category awards of $300 each for Mixed Media, Sculpture, Works on Paper, Photography, Painting, and Ceramics. All accepted work is insured for up to $1,000 for the duration of the exhibition. All sales made during the exhibition are subject to a 20% sales commission. Artists are responsible for all shipping costs. Call tags or prepaid shipping labels for return shipping are required. Accepted works may be hand-delivered or shipped to 64 Public Square, Monmouth, IL 61462, ATTN: 64 ARTS. For questions, contact [email protected].