Eclectic Expressions- Juried Art Competition by The Mountain Artists Guild, Prescott, AZ

Description

Can You Imagine
Juried Exhibition for The Mountain Artists Guild, in Prescott, AZ

Deadline for entry is July 3, 2025

Gift Shop Application (for members only) DEADLINE is June 26, 2025
PLEASE NOTE: INTAKE DATES IS MONDAY, July 7, 2025

Juror for this show is TBA

Open to members of Mountain Artists Guild and non-members; Arizona artists in all media encouraged to apply;  an online and in-gallery show. Please Note: All artwork must be delivered in person. If you have questions please contact Stefanie Culver at guild@mountainartistsguild.org

Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards 

Can You Imagine
The Mountain Artists Guild invites artists to submit work for our upcoming Can You Imagine art show that embraces limitless creativity. This is an open-themed call for art—no boundaries, no restrictions. Whether your work is inspired by dreams, emotions, surrealism, abstraction, or the unknown, this is your opportunity to showcase the power of artistic imagination. Any subject, any style, any medium—if you can imagine it, we want to see it.
Step into a world where creativity knows no boundaries. "Can You Imagine?" is an open-call art exhibition inviting artists from all disciplines to explore the limitless realms of imagination. Whether your work features a dreamlike landscape, a surreal portrait, an abstract expression of emotion, or something entirely unique, this exhibition celebrates artistic freedom in its purest form.
Allow your mind to wander, break conventions, and bring to life what only you can envision. Any subject, style, or medium is welcome—if you can imagine it, we want to see it!
Dare to dream. Dare to create. Can you imagine?
Ideas to Inspire Your Creativity
Surreal Dreamscapes – Create a world that exists only in your mind—floating cities, glowing forests, or impossible landscapes that defy reality.The Emotion of Color & Form – Express a feeling without words. Use bold textures, abstract shapes, or unexpected color palettes to bring emotions to life.The Unknown & Unseen – Depict something beyond human perception—sound made visible, time frozen in motion, or an alternate reality hidden in plain sight.Nature, Reinvented – Reimagine the natural world by blending creatures, elements, or organic patterns in ways never seen before.
Let your creativity run wild—if you can imagine it, we want to see it!
Eligibility:
This exhibition is open to all artists, and all mediums are welcome, including painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, jewelry, fiber art, and mixed media. All submissions must align with the theme Can You Imagine and be original works of art.

Online Application Deadline: Start anytime and up until 9PM on Thursday, June 26 2025

Show Dates: July 9 through September 6, 2025Gallery intake: July 7, 2025Upon acceptance, you will receive an email with a link to make an appointment time. Artwork must be delivered in person - no shipping permitted. For Members only, if you cannot deliver in person at intake, please make arrangements with our Gallery Manager.

Entry Fees - up to 5 submissions per artist  - Pay by credit card only

Members: $30.00 for the first 3 submissions; $10.00 for all other submissions Members agree to volunteer a minimum of 8 hours during the exhibition period or pay a "buyout" fee of $40, payable at The Guild.Non-members: $45.00 for the first 3 submissions; $12.00 for all other submissionsCategories 
1. Original Paintings (Watercolor, Oil, Acrylic, Water media, Pastel, Color Pencils, Inks, Etchings, Mixed Media Collage, etc.)2. Photography (all types of photography mediums)
3. 3-Dimensional Objects (sculpture, pottery/ceramics, woodworking, stone carving, mixed-media objects, mosaics, fiber arts, tile work, glass art, etc.) 
4. Jewelry (100% handcrafted, metal, minerals, gems, beads, polymer clay, leather)
All submissions will be juried and either accepted or not accepted into the Gallery Show for final judging.
Prints of original paintings, giclees, and other printed items such as tote bags, pouches, towels, etc. should NOT be entered.

Participation Rules - Artists Agree to Abide by our Gallery Standards

1. Submissions must be entered online using the ArtCall.org website.

2. Artwork accepted into previous 2024 Mountain Artists Guild shows is not eligible for submission.

3. Artwork, in whole or in part, must be created solely by the artist.

4. Artwork, in whole or in part, must not infringe on any copyright.

5. Paintings or photographs of nudes or work inappropriate for family viewing will not be accepted. 

6. Price your work to reflect the Guild's commission: Members- 25%; Non-members - 40% - All Artwork must be for sale.

7. Minimum canvas or frame size for paintings or photographs is 80 inches (ex: 8 x 10 inches); the maximum canvas or paper size is 1728 square inches (example: 36 by 48 inches, 48" on the longest side including frame) Heavy sculptures and other heavy 3-dimensional objects must be easily movable by members and be standalone (not on a wall). 

8. Paintings and photographs may be framed or unframed provided unframed images are on gallery wrapped canvas a minimum of 1" thick or on metal. Canvas less than 1" must be framed. Please review our Gallery Standards here: Gallery Standards

9. Once the awards have been announced, accepted entries will be on display in the Web Gallery for 3 months. Artists who enter this show are responsible for handling (packaging) and shipping of items sold online. Artists in the Web Gallery show must inform the Guild if they sell their work so that the Web Gallery is kept up-to-date.

Submission Instructions 
1. Images of artwork should have no background/frame visible; artwork under glass should show no reflections, and be in the appropriate orientation.
2. Images must represent the work accurately.   
3. You may submit more than one image of paintings, photographs, 3-dimensional objects and jewelry to show different sides of the item or close-up detail. DO NOT SUBMIT different artwork in individual entries only photos for one piece.
4. If photographing 3-dimensional objects or jewelry, place them on either a white or black non-textured background.                                                                              
5. Images should be in JPG, PNG, or PDF file format.
6. The maximum file size for uploading is 4MB. If your image file size is greater than this, use a photo or image editing program to reduce the size of the image before uploading.
7. Mountain Artists Guild reserves the right to reject artwork that is not photographed correctly and reflects poorly on the artist and the Guild.
 Register Online at ArtCall.org - Need Help - see our Art Call Step-by-Step instructions
1. If you do not have an account on ArtCall.org, register and apply online:  Ignore the request to create a portfolio web site should that message appear. Simply click on the ‘x’ in the top right of that screen to close it or click on ‘No thanks’.
2. If you already have an account, sign on with your username and password. If you forgot your password, request a new one.
3. Provide the details requested to set up an account. 
4. Click on ‘Add new submission’ to pay by credit card. Decide on how many submissions you will enter before you pay. NOTE: No refunds will be made if you pay for more submissions than you use.
5. NOTE: If you want to add additional submissions after you paid for a specific number:

Enter your account again and click on ‘Add new submission’. 
Make sure you select how many new submissions you want to pay for in the ‘Pay for how many’ box. 
Click on Member or Non-member. You will not be charged the original entry fee again even though it looks like you will be. The system automatically calculates what you owe for the additional submissions. 
Select the credit/debit card you wish to use and click on ‘Submit payment charge’. NOTE: No refunds will be made if you pay for more submissions than you use.

Awards Ceremony & ReceptionJuly 25, 2025, 5pm - 7:30 pmLocation of Show and Other InformationOnline for 3 months after awards announcedMountain Artists Guild Gallery –  at 228 N. Alarcon St., Prescott, AZ 86301

Terms and ConditionsI have read and agree to the Terms and Conditions on the ArtCall.org website for this competition. See link at bottom of this page.

Questions?
If you have questions about this competition, contact: guild@mountainartistsguild.org or call 928-445-2510.

If you need help with submitting or photographing your work, contact: guild@mountainartistsguild.org or 928-445-2510.