--- title: "The Deets: A National Exhibition of Intricate and Heavily Detailed Artworks" description: National juried exhibition of intricately detailed artwork in Norfolk, VA's historic Vault gallery; Best in Show award of $300. url: https://www.artsume.com/programs/fd3213c1-f2a9-4375-8f06-7b8ee8f120f7 type: program status: open createdAt: "2026-10-24" updatedAt: "2026-10-24" programType: Exhibition organization: d'Art Center organizationUrl: https://www.artsume.com/o/dart-center deadline: "2026-11-15" entryFee: 30 USD location: The Vault at d'Art Center, Norfolk, VA, United States isOnline: false compensationRange: Best in Show award of $300 --- # The Deets: A National Exhibition of Intricate and Heavily Detailed Artworks **Hosted by:** d'Art Center **Type:** Exhibition | **Location:** The Vault at d'Art Center, Norfolk, VA, United States | **Deadline:** November 15, 2026 | **Entry fee:** $30 ## About This Program ### Opportunity Summary **The Deets** exhibit will feature the art of meticulousness and showcase artworks that emphasize intricate detail, layered complexity, and exquisite finesse. From elaborate craftsmanship and subtle nuances to unexpected elements revealed upon closer inspection, these works invite viewers to slow down, look closer, and appreciate the artistry found in every mark, texture, and thoughtfully considered detail. This exhibition will take place in our smaller exhibition space, The Vault, to create a more intimate and close up experience for our patrons. The Vault is a historical bank vault within The Center, and gives artists an opportunity to exhibit their work in a unique space in the heart of Norfolk's Arts District (The NEON District). This will be a competitive call as this intimate space will only be able to accommodate about 25 works. Hang/pedestal ready art (including the frame if applicable) can not be longer/larger than 36 inches in its longest dimension. **Depending on artist involvement with installation, these stipulations may be waived by contacting the Gallery Director.** Wall hanging art must have a wire. If you have a question about if your work qualifies, please email abradley@d-artcenter.org. No phone calls please. This is an in person exhibition but this exhibition will also be featured digitally on d'Art Center's archive site. This is a juried exhibition, and it will be curated by d'Art's Gallery Director, Amanda Bradley. Award winners will be selected by a panel of d'Art Center's professional artists and staff members. ### Application Requirements $30 for 3 submissions, one image per artwork submission. **Image Submission Tips**: If you are submitting a 3D work, create a tile image for the submission so that other sides can be seen, or use the other image slots for detail images and label them as such. The $30 entry fee covers 3 entries. The minimum image submission requirement is 3 images. You do not have to submit 3 different works, but artists have the option to do so for the $30 fee: one image per submission. If you do not have three works to submit, use the additional image requirement slots for detail images, or just submit the same image 3 times. Each additional submission over 3 submissions is an additional $5, and artists can submit up to 10 works to be juried for the show. All entries and payments must be submitted via Call for Entries (CaFÉ). ### Limitations and Artwork Specifications If your work is selected: ALL WORK MUST BE HANG/PRESENTATION READY. Wrapped canvases that are not framed must have finished edges. All 2D artwork must have a wire for hanging. All 3D works that requires presentation other than standard pedestals must include those items with the works. Works that require special installation must come with clear instructions. Any works that require complicated specialized installation must be installed by the artist. Hang/display ready art (including the frame if applicable) can not be longer/larger than 36 inches in its longest dimension. Depending on artist involvement with installation, these stipulations may be waived by contacting the Gallery Director. We reserve the right to reject work for the exhibition that differs significantly from the submitted images and/or for craft issues. ### Eligibility Criteria This exhibition is open to all artists, 18 or older, residing in the United States. All work must be original and created without the aid of an instructor or kit. Work needs to have been produced within the last eight years. All styles and aesthetics are considered. The d'Art Center is a public non-profit art center open to everyone; as such, the content of submissions should be appropriate for all viewers. Work must be hang or pedestal ready. We reserve the right to reject work for the exhibition that differs significantly from the submitted images and/or for craft issues. ### Awards - Best in Show - $300 ### Gallery Commission d'Art Center commission on sales is 60/40 (60% artist, 40% d'Art Center). Works can also be NFS. ## Eligibility & Requirements - **Geographic Eligibility:** National - **Disciplines:** All disciplines - **Age Requirements:** 18+ years old - **Note:** This exhibition is open to all artists, 18 or older, residing in the United States. All work must be original and created without the aid of an instructor or kit. Work needs to have been produced within the last eight years. All styles and aesthetics are considered. The d'Art Center is a public non-profit art center open to everyone; as such, the content of submissions should be appropriate for all viewers. Work must be hang or pedestal ready. ### Additional Requirements - 3 to 10 images of work (minimum 3 images, up to 10) - Artist statement (555 characters or less, including spaces and punctuation) - Submission limit: 1 ## Compensation & Benefits Best in Show award of $300 **Includes:** Prize Best in Show - $300. Gallery commission on sales is 60/40 (60% artist, 40% d'Art Center). Works can also be marked Not For Sale. Payments are settled at the end of the month that the exhibition ends. ## Timeline - **Opens:** October 4, 2026 - **Deadline:** November 15, 2026 - **Program Start:** January 9, 2027 - **Program End:** February 6, 2027 ## Contact **Contact:** Amanda Bradley **Email:** abradley@d-artcenter.org ## How to Apply Apply at: https://artist.callforentry.org/agreetoterms.php?ID=18309