Christmas Village and Bavarian Holiday Fest Art Sales
Belmont’s Old City Hall | December 6 and 13, 2025
PROSPECTUS
ELIGIBILITY: This show is for Gaston County Art Guild members only.
Entry fee $25.00 per artist.
GUIDELINES: Complete the entry form on the Gaston County Art Guild website under Shows- Miniature Show- 2025. Remember to complete the form and pay the fee on that page. Please submit digitally by November 1st.
TAKE IN for hung exhibit is Wednesday, November 5th from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at the Main Branch, Gaston County Public Library at 1555 E. Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia.
OPENING RECEPTION: Thursday, November 13th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at the Library Conference Room (takes the place of the Art Guild's monthly meeting) at the Main Branch, Gaston County Public Library at 1555 E. Garrison Boulevard, Gastonia. Awards will be presented at 7:00pm.
JUDGE AND PRESENTER: Acclaimed NC Artist, Curt Butler. Curt is known for his large-scale paintings of abstracted landscapes, birds and figures.
PICKUP DATE: Friday, January 2nd 2026 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Art not picked up will be available to be picked up by appointment. Works not claimed will become the property of the GCAG. (Cam Tracy 704.616.2132)
SPECIFICATIONS: Members may enter 3 pieces. Painting, drawing, printmaking and 3-D are acceptable. No duplicates, computer generated art, or photographs accepted. Work must be original and completed within the last two years. 2-D work must be framed and wired for hanging. Works on paper must be protected with glass or Plexiglas. Maximum image size is 6 x 6 in. (36 sq. inches). Maximum outside dimension including frame is 13" x 13". Representational paintings must be 1/6 or less the actual size of the subject. 3-D work must be able to fit into an 8" cube and miniature in size.
AWARDS: Ribbons and 6 Merit cash awards will be given to the winners during the reception.
SALES: Work may be for sale. The Art Guild receives a 20% commission on sales.
LIABILITY: All reasonable care will be given, but neither the Guild nor the Library will assume responsibility for loss or damage.
PRINT LABELS: Please print and tape on back of your artwork. Questions? Email: info@gastoncountyartguild.org.