Art Hop 2023

OVERALL AWARDS
Best of Show: $1000 / prizes

INDIVIDUAL AWARD CATEGORIES
First Place: Cash / prizes
Second Place: Cash / prizes
Third Place: Cash / prizes

CATEGORIES

2-D Representational: Subject matter is representational. Painting, watercolor, encaustic, acrylic, oil, mixed media, textiles, collage, gouache, ink, graphite, pastel, and printmaking (prints pulled by hand).

2-D Abstract: Subject matter is abstract. Painting, watercolor, encaustic, acrylic, oil, mixed media, textiles, collage, gouache, ink, graphite, pastel, printmaking (prints pulled by hand.)

3-D: Ceramics, sculpture, 3-D, assemblage, wood, metal, mixed media.

Photography/Digital: Original camera-generated photographic images, computer enhanced digital imaging, digital collage, digital design.

ATTENTION:
Artwork must have been created between January 1, 2020, through July 31, 2023. Earlier works will be disqualified. Works that were accepted to previous Art Hop calls will also be disqualified.

Because of health uncertainty and precautions, Art Hop may be subject to viewing restrictions, rescheduling, or cancellation.
Entry fees are non-refundable.

JUDGES:
2-D Representational: Anna Lisa Leal https://www.annalisaleal.com
2-D Abstract: Samantha Melvin https://www.samanthamelvin.com
3-D: Tom Garrett https://www.ltgphoto.com/biography
Photography/Digital: Caroline Walker https://carolinewalker.com/

2-D, 3-D, and Photo/Digital FEES:
$35 entry fee - For up to 3 artworks
$50 entry fee - for 4 or 5 artworks

Artists are limited to a maximum of 5 entries per submission.

During the first round of judging, all entries will be scored online via EntryThingy by each judge. Artists whose entries score well are invited to participate in the Art Hop exhibit and will receive instructions to hand-deliver or ship their work to Art Hop. The 1st round of online judging occurs in early August and a second round of in-person judging occurs just before the exhibit opens and will determine placements and cash awards. Awards are announced at the Art Hop reception ceremony.

With each submission:

FIRST - please determine the best category for your entries: (2-D Representational or 2-D Abstract or 3-D or Photography/Digital). IMPORTANT: EntryThingy software permits only ONE category selection per each paid artist submission.

SECOND (optional): You may include a description of the work. This is not mandatory but can make a difference if judges have questions or need clarification during judging.

ELIGIBILITY SPECIFICATIONS:
Artists must own the copyright of artwork submitted. Only original art will be accepted. NO reproductions or giclees.

Accepted artwork must be available for the duration of the 2022 Art Hop exhibit.

ARTWORK REQUIREMENTS

2-D, Photography/Digital, Wall Pieces Artwork Requirements:
Artwork should be no larger than 60 inches on any side. If artwork is framed, the frame must be included in the measurement. Each piece must be properly wrapped if shipped and ready to install with suitable hardware-preferably D-rings with wire. No saw tooth hangers or string, please. Artwork must have a professional presentation.

3-D, Ceramics, Sculpture Requirements:
3-D Floor pieces in any medium may be no larger than 48 inches on any side (not including pedestal) AND no heavier than 50 lbs. If a sculpture requires a pedestal, a pedestal should be delivered with the entry. We have a very limited number of pedestals available for 3-D presentation.

LABELING:
Each entry must be securely labeled on the back of the art with the title, artist's name, and phone or email address.

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR ARTWORK:
All artist entries are submitted and entry fees paid through EntryThingy. Only jpg or pdf files are accepted. Images must be a minimum of 200kb and a maximum of 10mb. Entry fees may be paid by credit card or PayPal.

*** IMPORTANT: Be sure to upload ALL images before clicking the submit button. When you finish uploading ALL art, click submit. You will be directed to a payment page and will not be able to return to make changes or add additional entries.***