GENERAL SHOW GUIDELINES:

‍‍The Gaston County Art Guild offers several juried and judged art shows throughout the year.  Details for each event may be found under our “Shows/Events” link.  This page serves as a guideline for ALL show entries.

Eligibility of artists will be offered to any artist 18 years and older.  “Members Only” shows will require current membership in the Gaston County Art Guild. 

Specifications of art will include the following:  

• 2-D and 3-D artwork must be completed within the last 2 years and not previously exhibited in a GCAG sponsored show.

• All artwork must be original and not created in a classroom environment.

• Photocopies and computer-generated art will not be accepted. 

• 2-D work must be wired on the back and ready to hang; string and sawtooth hangers will not be permitted. 

• Watercolors, pastels, photographs, prints, collages, and drawings must be protected by a protective medium/glaze OR placed under glass/plexiglass.

• If a mat is used, it must be a neutral color.

• Unframed canvases must be wrapped and not have side staples. 

All artwork must remain on display for the entire duration of the show unless sold to out-of-town buyers.

Liability:  

• All reasonable care will be given to entries, but the Gaston County Art Guild will not assume responsibility for loss or damage.

• Any unclaimed artwork will become the property of the Gaston County Art Guild unless other arrangements are made.

• By submitting the registration, artists agree that, if their work is the recipient of an award, the winning artwork image(s) may be used by the Art Guild/Award Sponsor for promotional purposes.

• The GCAG reserves the right to refuse any artwork.