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2023 Juried Annual Prospectus

Jurors

Robert David Jinkins | Artist and Lecturer at the University of Wisconsin-Stout (Menomonie).

Gina Ward | Senior Marketing Specialist for Streamline Publishing, publisher of Fine Art Connoisseur Magazine and Plein Air Magazine (Sturgeon Bay).

Greg Vadney | Executive Director, Rahr-West Art Museum (Manitowoc).


Eligibility

Artists at all career levels from emerging to established professional, 18 years of age or older residing in Wiscosin,are invited to enter two-dimensional, original work. 


Submission Fee

Artists may enter up to two (2) works for a $30.00 non-refundable entry fee.


Calendar

Friday, August 11, 5pm | Entry deadline

Tuesday, August 22 | Email notification to artists

August 22 - September 9 | Artwork delivery.  Note: The museum is closed Sundays and on Labor Day. Works not received by 4pm on Saturday, September 9, 2023 will not be included in the exhibition. 

Friday, September 15, 5:30 - 7pm | Opening reception; remarks and awards at 6pm

Saturday, October 28 | Exhibition closes

October 30 - 31 | Artwork pick-up  Note: Works that include a return shipping label will be expedited within two (2) weeks of the close of the exhibition. 


Conditions of Entry

  • Original two-dimensional (hangable) art created by the artist within the past two (2) years in any media.
  • Artwork dimensions must not exceed 48” x 48," including the framing, and must not exceed 5" in depth.
  • Artwork must be a single unit; multiple item diptychs or triptychs are not eligible.
  • Artwork that has previously been exhibited in Door County may not be submitted.
  • In fairness to all entrants, artwork completed under the direction of a teacher during a class or workshop may not be entered.
  • Reproductions of originals in any form, including giclée fine art reproductions, are not eligible.

Entry Procedures

  • Visit https://millerartmuseum.org/ and follow the link to ArtCall to begin the submission process. New users will be required to create a profile with user login and password. Existing users need only login and follow the process for a new submission(s).
  • New users: Click the blue "+ Register" button at the top right of the prospectus page to begin the registration process (see image at right).
  • Existing users: Click the green "Login" button at the top of the prospectus page if you have already registered.
  • Artists will receive notification by email on Tuesday, August 22, 2023. 
Artists can click here for a tutorial for help with the submission process.

 

Images

  • Images should be direct-facing and cropped to exclude matting and framing or surrounding space.
  • Digital images should be submitted in .jpg format (resolution of 300dpi; minimum image length on the longest side: 540px and max length on the longest side: 4600px).
  • Images should depict color as accurately as possible and be sharply focused.
  • Images must be uploaded in the correct orientation.
  • All image files must be named as follows: John Smith_Poppies_pastel.jpg to reflect artist name, artwork title and medium.
Artists can click here for tips for photographing artwork for digital submissions.


Cash Awards

A total of $1,950.00 in cash awards will be presented at the opening reception: three (3) Special Merit Awards ($250 each), three (3) Juror’s Choice Awards ($200 each), the Gerhard Miller Award of Excellence ($500), and the Bonnie Hartmann Award for Outstanding Creativity ($100).


Selection Process

Digital .jpg images are projected on a screen and reviewed by a panel of jurors. Accepted artwork that is deemed not to be an original, is a copy or is not accurately depicted may be omitted by the curator at the time of installation. Artwork deemed not presentable for any reason, including improper framing, may be omitted from exhibition by the curator. 


Artwork Delivery & Pick-up

  • Accepted work must be delivered to the museum on the scheduled drop-off dates only. Packing materials must be removed at the time of delivery and retained by the artist.
  • Shipped work must include a pre-paid return shipping label and arrive in reusable packing materials. All packaging received from shipped artworks will be retained by the Miller Art Museum and used for return shipping. Important: All shipping costs are the responsibility of the artist.
  • Artwork must be delivered framed, gallery wrapped or otherwise ready to hang. No clips, magnets, or open matting or plexiglass will be accepted. Frames must be equipped with D-ring or picture wire. No sawtooth hangers, alligator clips or Z-bars will be accepted.
  • Artists must print and securely attach to the back of each work the proper identification label generated in the ArtCall platform.
  • Artwork may not be removed from the exhibition prior to the exhibition closing.
  • The Miller Art Museum retains insurance for all artwork while on the Miller Art Museum premises.
  • The Miller Art Museum is not responsible for any damaged incurred to artwork during shipping.
  • Artwork must be picked up from the museum on the scheduled pick up dates only. If special arrangements are needed or you are unable to pick up your work, please contact the curator to make special arrangements. 
  • Any artwork left in the possession of the Miller Art Museum after the scheduled pick-up dates will be disposed of at the Miller Art Museum's discretion after 30 days.

SHIPPING ADDRESS:

Helen del Guidice, Curator
Miller Art Museum Juried Annual
107 S. 4th Avenue
Sturgeon Bay, WI  54235

 

Sales

Artwork may or may not be for sale as each artist wishes. The museum retains a 40% commission on each sale; the retail price should reflect this commission. If you have an exclusive contract with a Door County gallery, any artwork sales will be transacted through that gallery; please list the gallery name and commission percentage during the submission process. For artists with exclusive contracts, please contact the curator.


User Responsibilities


Questions?

Helen del Guidice, Curator

P920.746.0707

Ehdelguidice@millerartmuseum.org


Register Now!

See entry procedures above. Begin by clicking the 'Register' button at the top right of the page. After registration has been completed, login and begin the process of submitting artwork(s).


Artwork: Top: Linda Marcus, Mending Walls, 2022, photographic print from a hand-sewn photo negative. Bottom: Aaron Boyd, Souls Train, 2022, watercolor and mixed media.