Recent Works: A Juried Competition

Recent Works 2015 is a juried competition open to all artists age 18 or older who reside or work in Lake County, Illinois. Artists may submit up to two entries, with each entry consisting of 1-2 images. The entry fee is $20 for 1-2 pieces. Submitted entries must have been completed within the last two years and must be original work never before shown in the Robert T. Wright Gallery of Art.

All work must be original and completed within the last two years. Paintings may be in any medium and must be dry with hang wire attached to the back. Works on canvas with finished edges need not be framed. Prints, drawings, and photographs must be framed, under glass or plexi, with hang wire attached to the back; only black, metal, white, or non-ornate wood frames are permitted. Sculpture and ceramics may be free-standing or on a base; entries over 100 lbs require prior arrangement by calling 847-543-2240 or 847-543-2405. All work is limited to 74 inches in any direction. Multiple pieces (diptychs, triptychs, etc.) may be selected in part at the juror's discretion.

Accepted works must be delivered to the Wright Gallery in the Library on the CLC Grayslake campus on Monday, October 5th from 1-7 pm or Tuesday, October 6th from 9 am-4 pm. The exhibition runs October 9th to November 15th, with an opening reception on Friday, October 9th from 6-8 pm. Over $1,000 in cash awards will be presented based on the juror's selections, with purchase awards also available. The juror is Stephany Rimland, Assistant Professor of Art History at Harper College. Artists will be notified of acceptance on September 26th. Work for sale will be at the artist's valuation; a 35% commission will be retained by the gallery on all work sold. All accepted work will be insured with a maximum coverage of $3,000. Exhibited work must remain in place for the duration of the show and may be picked up Monday, November 16th from 1-7 pm or Tuesday, November 17th from 9 am-4 pm.