Fascinations

The Abstract Art Collective (AAC) of Santa Barbara is seeking submissions from AAC members for Fascinations, an exhibition presented at the State Gallery, Youth Interactive, located at 1219 State Street in Santa Barbara. The exhibition is free and open to the public. Exhibition dates are September 29 – November 2, 2019, with an opening reception on October 3rd (1st Thursday).

Accepted media include paintings, drawings, hand-pulled prints, archival quality prints of work created digitally (no giclée copies of original artwork), photography, collage, fiber art, assemblage, and sculpture. Please note the AAC has limited venues that support 3D work or wall sculpture that protrudes further than 3.5 inches from the wall. Submission deadline is September 6, 2019 at 10:00 PM PST. Entry fee is $15 for each work submitted, with a submission limit of 2 pieces per artist. Artists will be notified of results September 15-16, 2019.

Size limits for 2D work are 30 inches horizontal and 36 inches vertical maximum, with artwork unable to protrude from the wall more than 3.5 inches. 3D work maximum dimensions are 16 inches x 16 inches, 3.5 feet vertical. Paintings must be back-wired with standard multi-strand picture wire. Frames and artwork must be clean and dust free. No unframed lightweight canvases less than 1 3/8 inch in depth, no staples on exposed edges, and no wet or tacky paint or topcoat. Unique presentations such as unframed paper, clips, and panels will be accepted on a case-by-case basis. The exhibition will be curated by Hugh Margerum. Prizes include 1st Place $100, 2nd Place $50, and 3rd Place $50, with all prizes and Honorable Mentions announced at the Opening Reception. The Youth Interactive Center will handle all sales and retain a 20% commission, with payment to the artist within 30 days following closing of the event. You display your work at your own risk. Eligibility: You must be an active member of the Abstract Art Collective.