Texas National Competition & Exhibition 2019

The Texas National Art Competition and Exhibition is open to all artists working in the United States. Works may be of any medium except video and performance. All works must be original and completed within the last two years. Works too old or too large will be disqualified. No previously submitted works will be accepted. All works must be available through the entire run of the show. Do not submit works that might be sold before or shown elsewhere during the exhibition timeframe.

Size limitations: Two-dimensional works cannot exceed 48" in height or width, including frame. Three-dimensional works cannot exceed 60" in height, 24" in width, and 24" in depth. If a separate pedestal is included, the total height must not exceed 60". Each crated or packaged work must not exceed 50 lbs. Entrants may submit up to three digital images of three different artworks, with each work represented by only one image. The entry fee is $35.00. Exhibition dates are April 13 – June 8, 2019. The juror is Michelle White, Senior Curator at the Menil Collection. Awards: 1st - $2,000; 2nd - $1,000; 3rd - $500; Honorable Mentions. Juror selections will be announced via email during the first week of March 2019.

Accepted works must be shipped at the artist's expense, properly and securely packed in a single reusable carton or crate (no Styrofoam peanuts), ready for installation. All 2-D works must have hangers or be wired for hanging. Plexiglas must be used instead of glass in framing. Works must arrive by March 29, 2019. Each reusable carton or crate must include a pre-paid return-shipping label with pre-paid insurance. Artists have the option to hand-deliver or pick up work if arrangements are made in advance. Any artworks without return shipping that are abandoned or not claimed by September 15, 2019, will become the property of Stephen F. Austin State University. The SFA Galleries maintain high security with a guard always present during gallery hours. The gallery facilitates sales but takes no commission.