This exhibition is sponsored by the American Association of University Women, Grosse Pointe Branch. The purpose is to give artists 14 - 18 years old from Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties an opportunity to showcase their work and share their thoughts on issues affecting women.
Juror
Elizabeth Gauthier, painter, muralist and adjunct professor at CCS
Prizes
- Best of Show -- $200
- Second place -- $150
- Third Place -- $100
Eligibility
Participation is open to all artists, 14 - 18 years old living in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb counties, and past winners of the exhibition. Artwork completed using commercial kits, prefabricated models and hobby crafts are not eligible. Final acceptance is dependent on the juror and the American Association of University Women, Grosse Pointe Branch. AAUWGP reserves the right to disqualify any artwork submitted. There is no specific size limitations; however, gallery space will be considered during the jury process. Large installation pieces are not eligible.
Entry Fees
Each student may enter up to 3 pieces. The entry fee is covered by AAUWGP.
Image Submissions
Submitted images must reasonably show the nature and quality of the original art piece. Art pieces should be evenly lit without reflections when photographed. A submitted image must be a jpg file that is at least 600x600 pixels.
Submission Deadline
Entries must be in by end of day, Tuesday, Dec. 1.
Jury Results
Artists will be notified of jury results via the email they have submitted. Results will be emailed by the end of day on Thursday, Dec. 3. Jury results are automatically generated. PLEASE CHECK YOUR SPAM FOLDER IF YOU HAVE NOT RECEIVED A NOTICE BY Thursday, Dec. 3.
Accepted Work
Artwork must arrive at the exhibit space at The War Memorial, 32 Lake Shore, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, noon-3 pm on Saturday, Dec. 5. Two-dimensional pieces must be mounted on a rigid surface such as foam board to facilitate hanging or framed and wired for hanging. Artists are responsible for any special hardware. Clip-on and poster frames are not acceptable.
Liability
Entries will be handled with all possible care; however, AAUWGP, is not responsible for loss or damage. Because of limited storage, pieces must be picked up 10 am to noon on Saturday, Jan. 23, unless special arrangements have been made.
Gallery Sales
The artwork does not have to be for sale. If it is for sale, the purchaser will work directly with the artist.