Small Works

November 15 – December 14, 2024

Small Works showcases 2D and 3D works of art on a diminutive scale, 16 inches or less including any frame, in a variety of media. All works are required to be for sale as this exhibition is an invitation for visitors to find original art to love and to give as gifts during holiday season.

Awards: 1st-4th Place: $300, $200, $100, and $50; Honorable Mention Awards

Reception: Friday, November 15, 5 pm– 8 pm with Awards Presentation at 6:00 pm

Jurors: Northville Art House Exhibition Committee made up of volunteer artists, instructors, staff, and community members (8).

GUIDELINES

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Eligibility & Artwork Requirements: 

  • Artists, 18 and over, in the continental U.S., may submit a maximum of 4 original 2D and 3D works of art created in any media
  • No electronic/sound, video/film, or works created with artificial intelligence (AI) programs
  • Artwork must be created within the last 3 years, and not previously exhibited at the Art House.
  • The MAXIMUM size of all artwork including any frame is 16” in any direction.
  • Artwork is required to be for sale.
ENTRY INFORMATION

Fee: Non-refundable fees of $40 for non-members and $30 for Northville Art House members.

Deadline: Monday, September 9, 11:59 PM EST.

Terms and Conditions: Submissions to the exhibition shall constitute an agreement to comply with terms and conditions set forth in the call for entries, entry form and in the Art Exhibition and Sales Agreement.

 

Direct link: https://form.jotform.com/240926410841149

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE 

Artists will be notified of the committee’s selections by email on Tuesday, October 8.

ART DELIVERY

Artwork must be in excellent condition, ready for secure installation, and labeled with name and title before delivery. Works on paper must be framed. Canvases may be wrapped, framed, or have painted sides. All 2D work must be ready for hanging with hooks and a wire. Sawtooth hangers are not accepted. All 3D work must be free standing, stand on a pedestal, or hang with wire or rod. All costs, including packing, shipping, and liability for damage/insurance, are the artist’s responsibility. 

Delivery dates/times are as follows with prior times by appointment only. 

  • Sunday, November 3, 12 pm – 2 pm
  • Monday, November 4, 10 am – 1 pm

Shipped artwork requires a pre-paid return label as well as any unique instructions for installations. Email tracking number where possible. Dates/times as follows:

  • Monday – Friday, 10 am – 3:30 pm
  • On or Before Monday, November 4, 1 pm. 

For questions about artwork, installation methods, appointments, and shipping, email Ryan Kaltenbach, Creative Director at at exhibits@northvillearthouse.org or call 248.692.8368.

GALLERY HOURS AND RECEPTION

GALLERY HOURS: Tuesday – Thursday, 10 am – 5 pm, Friday – Saturday 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.

OPENING RECEPTION: Friday, November 15, 5 – 8 pm with light fare, and cash bar and awards presentation at 6:00 pm.

ART SALES 

A 35% commission will be charged on all art for sale. Artwork is required to be for sale. Payment 30 days following end of exhibition. W-9 Form (page 1) required.

ART PICK-UP
  • Saturday, December 14, 2:30 pm – 4 pm – following holiday event
  • Monday, December 16, 10 am – 1 pm

Artists may have a representative pick-up their work. Other times by appointment. Art not picked up after 30 days is considered abandoned and becomes Art House property.

Return Shipment: Artwork will be packed in the same or similar materials and shipped by Tuesday, December 17.

Questions? Email Ryan Kaltenbach, Creative Director at exhibits@northvillearthouse.org.

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