2024 Menagerie Entry Application

Menagerie is one of the Fine Arts Center’s most popular exhibits as it features a variety of different types of art created by many different artists from across the New River Valley. Menagerie does not have a theme, so art of any subject or theme can be submitted to the exhibit. We look forward to inviting NRV artists to participate in this community exhibit.

Eligibility

  • Menagerie is open to all artists currently living in the New River Valley who are 18 years or older.

  • Entered works must have been created in the past year and must be original, hand-crafted, and ready for display.

  • Mass-produced kit assembly other than that of their own creation will not be accepted.

  • All work represented by the FACNRV should be of the finest quality and representative of artists’ talents.

  • Oil, watercolor, fiber arts, photography, mixed media, sculpture, digital and other forms of art are all welcome. Please contact us if you have any questions. 

Artwork Requirements

  • All framed and other hanging artwork must be ready to hang safely with d-rings and securely with wire across the back. See here for instructions on d-ring and wire installation.

  • Exceptions will be made for pieces that are too heavy to wire across the back. In that case, pieces must have the appropriate hanging hardware installed.

  • No sawtooth hangers will be allowed.

  • Sculptures and other 3D work may be placed on stands, tables, or the floor.

  • The Center reserves the right to make decisions regarding the pieces to be shown. If the work cannot be safely displayed, it will not be accepted into the exhibit.

  • No Artwork may be removed before the close of the exhibition.

Entry

  • $5.00 for each entry for NONmembers. Members may enter for FREE.

  • There is a limit of five entries per person.

  • Entry fees may be paid by cash or check in person at the Fine Arts Center, by check via mail, or through our online shop by 11 p.m. July 27, 2024.

  • Fee waivers are available upon request.

Deadline

  • The deadline for all entries and payment of entry fees is 11 p.m. on July 27, 2024.

  • All entries must be submitted online through the FAC website.

  • Artists needing assistance with the online process should contact the Fine Arts Center before July 20 to schedule an appointment.

  • Artists will be notified of acceptance by Friday, August 2.

Delivery

  • All accepted entries must be delivered to the Fine Arts Center at 21 West Main Street, Pulaski, VA, between Wednesday, August 7 through Saturday, August 10, 2024, between the hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. 

  • The Center is open Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Exhibit Dates

  • Show Dates for the Menagerie Exhibit are Friday, August 16 through Saturday, October 5.

  • Artworks should be picked up between October 9-12 between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment.

Prizes

  • The Fine Arts Center is pleased to offer a $100 prize for the People’s Choice Award, selected by viewers of the exhibit.

Sales and Commission

  • Any and all exhibiting artists may offer their artwork for sale. Artists should provide the Center with the FINAL retail price, or the price it will be sold that includes the commission fee.

  • The Fine Arts Center will retain a consignment fee of 30% of the retail price from members and 40% of the retail price from nonmembers.

Reception

  • There will be a reception on Thursday, August 22 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Center. There will be light refreshments and a cash bar serving wine and beer. The public is invited and artists are encouraged to attend.

Liability

  • Although every care will be taken by the Fine Arts Center, we cannot assume liability for loss or damage for whatever cause. It is suggested that the artist wishing additional protection insure their works independently.

  • Submission of work to the exhibition shall constitute an agreement to comply with all conditions set forth in this call.

  • Permission to reproduce entries for publicity purposes is assumed unless otherwise noted on the entry form.

  • If artwork is not collected within 90 days after the show's conclusion on October 5 and the pick-up period of October 9th - 12th, it will be considered property of the Fine Arts Center, which reserves the right to sell or dispose of it at its discretion.

Your entries in this form, including your name, art titles, and descriptions will be used on all materials for the show. Please double-check your entries for accuracy before submitting this form.

After completing this form, please make payment arrangements (online shop), and send one photo of each entry to savannah@facnrv.org.

For more information, call 540-980-7363 or email savannah@facnrv.org.